Okay, so I've had a lot on my mind lately. I didn't want to worry anyone else, because I had enough of that for myself.
I've been really worried about Maddie. She's been exhibiting a lot of symptoms for diabetes, the worst of which is the frequent urination. Even her teacher has commented on it. I have blamed it on a lot of things, but the truth is, I was a little worried. She also has lost 7 pounds since August. She drinks A LOT of water, which never worried me until coupled with the rest of the symptoms.
Anyway, Joel and I took her to see a pediatrician today and they did a UA and checked her out and she's clean. Not even a bladder infection, which was my second consideration.
The reason for her weight loss is actually more benign than I had expected. First of all, even after losing 7 pounds, she is still technically considered "overweight." So, seeing as how in the last two months she has started school full time and is therefore more active and eating less during the day, a 7-pound loss of "baby fat" in this age could be considered normal.
As far as her constant peeing, it is probably mostly psychological. There isn't a physical reason for it, anyway. She may just have a teeny tiny bladder. Either way, she's going to be just fine.
and tonight...when I lay my head down on my pillow, I should have no problems falling asleep :)
Monday, November 30, 2009
Friday, November 27, 2009
Tryptophan Hangover
Yesterday was a good Thansgiving. In the morning Joel went hunting with one of his friends who is a bow hunter. Joel wasn't actually hunting, he was simply tagging along. He said they had a good time and almost caught another deer. The kids and I had a fun morning just playing games and such. During the morning we were listening to the radio and this song came on, which brought back some memories. When Dylan was just a baby (like less than 6 months old) he would get so excited. I can remember him in his little bouncy chair and he'd get that thing a-rockin' like crazy. Good times. Maddie thought this story was hysterical, because Dylan doesn't dance, but that was the closest he's ever come.
I worked yesterday, which originally didn't seem like such a bad idea because it's time and a half; however, I forgot that on an American holiday (i.e., Thanksgiving) most American, English-speaking doctors take the day off and let the garblish non-English primary speaking doctors work. I had some dictations yesterday that nearly brought me to tears because I could hardly understand them. Lucky for me, 5:00 came soon enough and I was OUT of here. Joel picked me up and we went over to his parents for their very first Poulsbo Thanksgiving in many years. Maddie ate a TON of food. She had three helpings of mashed potatoes, two helpings of turkey and two helpings of cranberries. My girl loves turkey day.
That's just about all for us. I told the kids that if they're still feeling okay they could go over to Mam's house today and spend the night if they wanted. They missed out last week cause they weren't feeling well. Plus today, tomorrow and Sunday are days filled with absolutely nothing so maybe that will give them something to do that doesn't involve boredom.
I worked yesterday, which originally didn't seem like such a bad idea because it's time and a half; however, I forgot that on an American holiday (i.e., Thanksgiving) most American, English-speaking doctors take the day off and let the garblish non-English primary speaking doctors work. I had some dictations yesterday that nearly brought me to tears because I could hardly understand them. Lucky for me, 5:00 came soon enough and I was OUT of here. Joel picked me up and we went over to his parents for their very first Poulsbo Thanksgiving in many years. Maddie ate a TON of food. She had three helpings of mashed potatoes, two helpings of turkey and two helpings of cranberries. My girl loves turkey day.
That's just about all for us. I told the kids that if they're still feeling okay they could go over to Mam's house today and spend the night if they wanted. They missed out last week cause they weren't feeling well. Plus today, tomorrow and Sunday are days filled with absolutely nothing so maybe that will give them something to do that doesn't involve boredom.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
A real thankful list
This is a "real" thankful list. Only slightly sarcastic in parts. I promise.
I am thankful for Dylan. He's a constant in my crazy world. He's predictable. He's honest (mostly). He's book smart and also a smart ass. He's funny, but he doesn't mean to be. He has almost zero sense of humor. To hear him laugh means something really bizarre just happened that probably wasn't that funny to begin with. He has a little obsession issue. I don't know where he gets that from...(ehh....never mind). He was the reason my life changed. The person I was before he was placed in my arms and the person I was after were two totally different people. Looking into that little man's eyes was a life-altering moment. I sometimes even today have moments where I look at him and my heart catches. I can't believe he's real and I can't believe he's mine.
I'm thankful for Madelyn. She's a breath a fresh air. She is funny. Not in the "not that much" way but truly hilarious. She makes me laugh until tears roll down my cheeks. She's the exact opposite of her brother in every way possible. She's not the smartest or most athletic kid you'll meet, but she's unique. She's beautiful. She's caring. She's imaginative. She's Maddie. To know her, is to love her. She came to us at a time that was completely unexpected and yet absolutely perfect. She was the glue that fit the puzzle of our family....and I'm extremely grateful to her and to God for giving us the gift of Maddie.
Joel. You know that old saying "for better or worse?" Well that is 100% true. He puts up with a LOT from me. Yes, I put up with a lot too, but I'd rather be me putting up with him than him putting up with me any day, lol. I'm so thankful for him. He's been off work for a few weeks and rather than moping around the house making our lives miserable he's been putting on a happy face and taking one day at a time. I've had some pretty low moments in the last year and Joel steps up for me every time. He's such a great father. Our kids adore him. Just the other day Maddie was getting in trouble for something and Joel was having a "chat" with her and she looks devastated like she was going to cry. All of a sudden he leans over and kisses her cheek and she just beams and throws her arms around him.
Mom and Dad. I am truly thankful that I have parents that live nearby. That take my kids off my hands for mental health reasons. That spoil them rotten when I can't. That are there for me when I need them. I do appreciate them both and I probably don't say it enough. Thank you.
Rachel. This could take awhile. I really don't know how I lived without her. Whenever something happens, whether it be funny, sad, ironic, stupid, whatever - I have the need to tell her. She still, after all this time, has really no idea how much her friendship means to me. She thinks she does, but she doesn't. If a day goes by without a phone call, text, email, whatever - I get BFF withdrawals. I am not joking. No worries though, cause it rarely happens. We need more BFF days. :)
Michelle. There was a once upon a time when Michelle and I were that ^, but that was lost. I am really grateful to have her back in my life again. I really love the woman she has become and the life she has made for herself and our renewed friendship means a great deal to me.
Tara. Over the last year or so she's become a little more special to me than just a sister. She is someone I can count on for just about anything, even last minute things like helping me sell my tickets to Craig's List crazies. From her I can get advice about just about anything that I know will be good. She's an amazing cook. She's a great mother and on many occasions I have talked to her about kids because she's raising those two girls to be beautiful, respectful, kind women. I wish I had just a fraction of what she has. Thanks for showing me the kind of person I need to be and being there for me.
Karla and Roger. I have very limited experience in the in-law category, seeing as they're the only ones I've ever had - ha ha; however, they are beyond a doubt the greatest of all in-laws. They're quiet and keep to themselves mostly, but that's not why I love them so much. They raised my husband, which based on what I've heard, was not an easy task... They just recently in the past year moved just 2 miles from us and I'm grateful for that. Extra babysitters! Roger and Karla are fantastic grandparents. Joel really admires his parents. I have to give them props for that.
Obviously I couldn't call out every single person individually in my life. That would take forever. So, if you're not on the list, it's not because I am not thankful for you, it's because my kids are hungry and bugging me to feed them.
I am thankful for Dylan. He's a constant in my crazy world. He's predictable. He's honest (mostly). He's book smart and also a smart ass. He's funny, but he doesn't mean to be. He has almost zero sense of humor. To hear him laugh means something really bizarre just happened that probably wasn't that funny to begin with. He has a little obsession issue. I don't know where he gets that from...(ehh....never mind). He was the reason my life changed. The person I was before he was placed in my arms and the person I was after were two totally different people. Looking into that little man's eyes was a life-altering moment. I sometimes even today have moments where I look at him and my heart catches. I can't believe he's real and I can't believe he's mine.
I'm thankful for Madelyn. She's a breath a fresh air. She is funny. Not in the "not that much" way but truly hilarious. She makes me laugh until tears roll down my cheeks. She's the exact opposite of her brother in every way possible. She's not the smartest or most athletic kid you'll meet, but she's unique. She's beautiful. She's caring. She's imaginative. She's Maddie. To know her, is to love her. She came to us at a time that was completely unexpected and yet absolutely perfect. She was the glue that fit the puzzle of our family....and I'm extremely grateful to her and to God for giving us the gift of Maddie.
Joel. You know that old saying "for better or worse?" Well that is 100% true. He puts up with a LOT from me. Yes, I put up with a lot too, but I'd rather be me putting up with him than him putting up with me any day, lol. I'm so thankful for him. He's been off work for a few weeks and rather than moping around the house making our lives miserable he's been putting on a happy face and taking one day at a time. I've had some pretty low moments in the last year and Joel steps up for me every time. He's such a great father. Our kids adore him. Just the other day Maddie was getting in trouble for something and Joel was having a "chat" with her and she looks devastated like she was going to cry. All of a sudden he leans over and kisses her cheek and she just beams and throws her arms around him.
Mom and Dad. I am truly thankful that I have parents that live nearby. That take my kids off my hands for mental health reasons. That spoil them rotten when I can't. That are there for me when I need them. I do appreciate them both and I probably don't say it enough. Thank you.
Rachel. This could take awhile. I really don't know how I lived without her. Whenever something happens, whether it be funny, sad, ironic, stupid, whatever - I have the need to tell her. She still, after all this time, has really no idea how much her friendship means to me. She thinks she does, but she doesn't. If a day goes by without a phone call, text, email, whatever - I get BFF withdrawals. I am not joking. No worries though, cause it rarely happens. We need more BFF days. :)
Michelle. There was a once upon a time when Michelle and I were that ^, but that was lost. I am really grateful to have her back in my life again. I really love the woman she has become and the life she has made for herself and our renewed friendship means a great deal to me.
Tara. Over the last year or so she's become a little more special to me than just a sister. She is someone I can count on for just about anything, even last minute things like helping me sell my tickets to Craig's List crazies. From her I can get advice about just about anything that I know will be good. She's an amazing cook. She's a great mother and on many occasions I have talked to her about kids because she's raising those two girls to be beautiful, respectful, kind women. I wish I had just a fraction of what she has. Thanks for showing me the kind of person I need to be and being there for me.
Karla and Roger. I have very limited experience in the in-law category, seeing as they're the only ones I've ever had - ha ha; however, they are beyond a doubt the greatest of all in-laws. They're quiet and keep to themselves mostly, but that's not why I love them so much. They raised my husband, which based on what I've heard, was not an easy task... They just recently in the past year moved just 2 miles from us and I'm grateful for that. Extra babysitters! Roger and Karla are fantastic grandparents. Joel really admires his parents. I have to give them props for that.
Obviously I couldn't call out every single person individually in my life. That would take forever. So, if you're not on the list, it's not because I am not thankful for you, it's because my kids are hungry and bugging me to feed them.
Put some boogie in it
I have lots to do and here I am at the computer. I'm not procrastinating either. I swear.
I must be sick in the head because I'm seriously considering putting up Christmas decorations this weekend. I have never in my whole entire life had the desire to voluntarily look at red and green and sparkly lights in November. Like I said, sick in the head. Actually, I think it's the anticipation of boredom. I'm looking ahead to Friday and Saturday and noticing that we don't have anything to do. Maybe we could spread the cheer out for two days so I don't have to listen to the "I'm BORRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEEDDD" statement.
Yesterday I got some free gas. No, I didn't do the pump and run thing, that would be ridonkulous. My lovely dad brought it to me from his wrecking yard. He filled up my car and about 1/4 of Joel's truck. As my dad says "It pays to own a wrecking yard." He does, not me, but it pays to be his daughter and the mother of his grandkids (probably mostly the second part, but whatever).
Anyway, I should stop procrastinating. I have some baking to do and I have to run a few errands with Mr. and Mrs. Coughs-a-lot.
I must be sick in the head because I'm seriously considering putting up Christmas decorations this weekend. I have never in my whole entire life had the desire to voluntarily look at red and green and sparkly lights in November. Like I said, sick in the head. Actually, I think it's the anticipation of boredom. I'm looking ahead to Friday and Saturday and noticing that we don't have anything to do. Maybe we could spread the cheer out for two days so I don't have to listen to the "I'm BORRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEEDDD" statement.
Yesterday I got some free gas. No, I didn't do the pump and run thing, that would be ridonkulous. My lovely dad brought it to me from his wrecking yard. He filled up my car and about 1/4 of Joel's truck. As my dad says "It pays to own a wrecking yard." He does, not me, but it pays to be his daughter and the mother of his grandkids (probably mostly the second part, but whatever).
Anyway, I should stop procrastinating. I have some baking to do and I have to run a few errands with Mr. and Mrs. Coughs-a-lot.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Knock it off already
I am so flipping tired of all the colds/flus and germs floating around here. I never thought I'd say this, but I am truly glad the kids have a 5-day weekend. Dylan and Maddie BOTH have colds now. I think in the last 2 months we've had maybe 5 days total where everyone was completely healthy. Maddie stayed home yesterday and Dylan should have, but he had some important things going on at school these two days that he couldn't miss. They're both due for a few days of rest and relaxation. Dylan has saved up his money from his job to buy a new video game, so I'll let him do that. For Maddie I'll probably let her rent a movie or something. They just need to chill for awhile and get better. By the way....this would be the best invention ever....
Lysol, vitamin C and Kleenex are our new best friends. Oh yea, not to mention these
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Team Edward
First of all...New Moon was way beyond my expectations. I was very excited to see this movie (duh) having read the series a few times (multiple) and being just a slightly bit "obsessive" at times. I did have some fears that the movie would not be as good as the book. Twilight wasn't and so I resigned myself to the fact that there is no way that the movies will ever be as good as the books. I felt like while watching Twilight I was watching a rushed, dumbed down version of the book. Don't get me wrong, I still loved the movie and had I not read the book, I would have loved it still. So, anyway, I was just excited to see the book play out on the big screen. I wasn't disappointed.
There's an ongoing argument with fans about the whole Team Edward and Team Jacob thing. I don't get the whole Team Jacob thing for several reasons, none of which I'm going to start on right now.
What bothers me was the grown women screaming for Jacob in the movie theater. He takes off his shirt and one woman yells "take it all off!"
Um...icky. Here's why this makes me feel icky. Taylor Lautner is 17 YEARS OLD. After about 5 or 6 times of listening to the same row of grown women hooting and hollering over jailbait I had the sudden urge to yell "PEDOPHILE!" I didn't. I figured I'd get jumped by a bunch of Team Jacob fanatics outside the theater if I did. Even the character of Jacob is only supposed to be 16 years old. I don't find Taylor Lautner attractive, but clearly some people do, which means they probably are just looking at his chest. If you do and are over the age of 18, try to keep the thoughts in your head until February when he turns 18. Public displays of underage affection makes me feel like I need a shower.
Can you imagine if say...Miley Cyrus was on the screen and there was a row of grown men hooting and hollering for her????? Can you say "arrested?"
I'm not saying I don't like Jacob or even Taylor Lautner. I love the character of Jacob and how he fits into the series and the scenes with him and Edward are intense. Taylor Lautner is a good actor and I really appreciated his work in Shark Boy and Lava Girl after 100 times of seeing it (thank you, Maddie). I feel like the people who are "Team Jacob" are like those people who watch a football game knowing how it's going to turn out, and root for the loser anyway. You know, like Seahawk fans.
There's an ongoing argument with fans about the whole Team Edward and Team Jacob thing. I don't get the whole Team Jacob thing for several reasons, none of which I'm going to start on right now.
What bothers me was the grown women screaming for Jacob in the movie theater. He takes off his shirt and one woman yells "take it all off!"
Um...icky. Here's why this makes me feel icky. Taylor Lautner is 17 YEARS OLD. After about 5 or 6 times of listening to the same row of grown women hooting and hollering over jailbait I had the sudden urge to yell "PEDOPHILE!" I didn't. I figured I'd get jumped by a bunch of Team Jacob fanatics outside the theater if I did. Even the character of Jacob is only supposed to be 16 years old. I don't find Taylor Lautner attractive, but clearly some people do, which means they probably are just looking at his chest. If you do and are over the age of 18, try to keep the thoughts in your head until February when he turns 18. Public displays of underage affection makes me feel like I need a shower.
Can you imagine if say...Miley Cyrus was on the screen and there was a row of grown men hooting and hollering for her????? Can you say "arrested?"
I'm not saying I don't like Jacob or even Taylor Lautner. I love the character of Jacob and how he fits into the series and the scenes with him and Edward are intense. Taylor Lautner is a good actor and I really appreciated his work in Shark Boy and Lava Girl after 100 times of seeing it (thank you, Maddie). I feel like the people who are "Team Jacob" are like those people who watch a football game knowing how it's going to turn out, and root for the loser anyway. You know, like Seahawk fans.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
TWO DAYS
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
What happens Friday???
...here's another reason to drool.
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
TWO DAYS UNTIL FRIDAY
What happens Friday???
NEW MOON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
...here's another reason to drool.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Downer
I suppose I should update. I don't really have much exciting to write about. I've been working a lot lately. Joel's laid off for the time being so I'm trying to get as much hours in as possible to make up for it, even though it doesn't even come close to making up for. I was planning on working a full 40-hour week this week until I got an email this morning asking everyone to stick to their schedules due to a work shortage. Super.
Dylan is sick again. It seems to be starting the same way the Swine did, with a really bad cough. He's also been dizzy and tired a lot lately. He hasn't had any fever that I've noted though. The swine still scares me because nobody really knows how bad it could be, how bad the complications could get. The kid who died in Grays Harbor really freaked me out, so I'm keeping a close eye on him.
Other than all that happy news, nothing exciting to report here.
Of course, there's always this....
I have to apologize to Rachel in advance, because I may squeal a few times when I see ^^ that.
Dylan is sick again. It seems to be starting the same way the Swine did, with a really bad cough. He's also been dizzy and tired a lot lately. He hasn't had any fever that I've noted though. The swine still scares me because nobody really knows how bad it could be, how bad the complications could get. The kid who died in Grays Harbor really freaked me out, so I'm keeping a close eye on him.
Other than all that happy news, nothing exciting to report here.
Of course, there's always this....
I have to apologize to Rachel in advance, because I may squeal a few times when I see ^^ that.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Let's give thanks Karla-Style
I am thankful that my children are not homeschooled.
I am thankful that my 12yo has a "twelvitude" otherwise he'd be a perfect child.
I am thankful for my sarcasm because otherwise I'd be in a padded cell by now.
I am thankful for the sun shining through my windows so that I know it's time to wash them.
I am thankful for soap operas that remind me that I may not be rich, but at least I don't have a split personality or have been killed 3 times and suddenly brought back to life.
I am thankful for my roof because without it, my house would be wet.
I am thankful for my car tires because without them, my feet would be tired.
I am thankful for tacos. They're pretty gosh darn delicious.
I am thankful for my DVR. Live TV sucks.
I am thankful for Californication and Tosh.0. The highlights of my week. Seriously.
I am thankful for bedtime.
I am thankful for days when Maddie wakes up in a good mood.
I am thankful for hummus. I'd like to take a bath in it.
I am thankful for carrots. The only vegetable Dylan will eat without complaining.
I am thankful for satsuma oranges, which are tiny little balls of heaven.
I am thankful for the internet. Without it, my house would be so clean they'd have to make a show just for me.
I am thankful for Thursdays. We call them Grandpa days because he comes and picks up the kids every Thursday for a few hours. Thursdays RULE. Guess what today is?
I am thankful that my 12yo has a "twelvitude" otherwise he'd be a perfect child.
I am thankful for my sarcasm because otherwise I'd be in a padded cell by now.
I am thankful for the sun shining through my windows so that I know it's time to wash them.
I am thankful for soap operas that remind me that I may not be rich, but at least I don't have a split personality or have been killed 3 times and suddenly brought back to life.
I am thankful for my roof because without it, my house would be wet.
I am thankful for my car tires because without them, my feet would be tired.
I am thankful for tacos. They're pretty gosh darn delicious.
I am thankful for my DVR. Live TV sucks.
I am thankful for Californication and Tosh.0. The highlights of my week. Seriously.
I am thankful for bedtime.
I am thankful for days when Maddie wakes up in a good mood.
I am thankful for hummus. I'd like to take a bath in it.
I am thankful for carrots. The only vegetable Dylan will eat without complaining.
I am thankful for satsuma oranges, which are tiny little balls of heaven.
I am thankful for the internet. Without it, my house would be so clean they'd have to make a show just for me.
I am thankful for Thursdays. We call them Grandpa days because he comes and picks up the kids every Thursday for a few hours. Thursdays RULE. Guess what today is?
Monday, November 09, 2009
Thankful
Friday we watched Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs and I have to say it was one of the best kids I've ever seen. We all enjoyed it. Maddie ate an entire bag of popcorn by herself. Holy crow, that girl can eat when she wants. We had to force down a bowl of clam chowder at dinner but she didn't waste any time with that popcorn.
On Saturday we had an unexpected guest...MARIN!!! She came to play with Maddie for a few hours and it was such a relief. For a few hours I didn't have to hear "Mom, I'm so bored."
After we dropped Marin off I dropped the kids off with my dad and stepmom. They had been invited to my great Aunt Madalyn and great Uncle Norman's house for dinner and wanted to bring the kids. They're quite elderly and I lectured the kids on being on their best behavior over there. I figured we had a 50/50 chance of good behavior, but you never can tell with these two. Madelyn has never met Madalyn. The fact that they have the same name is simply a coincidence. I didn't grow up around great Aunt Madalyn much, even though I knew of her, and I never knew her name was spelled so similar to my Madelyn.
Anyway, the kids were on their A-list behavior apparently. Polite, kind, carrying on conversations with them like they were friends. I was very proud of them and so was my dad apparently because he took them out and bought them toys and let them spend the night. Yay for me!! Joel and I had Azteca and then rented "I Love You Man" and hung out. It was an okay movie, not nearly as funny as I expected it to be.
Yesterday the kids got to hang out with Riley and Jordan all afternoon. They both had been looking forward to it for a long time. So I had several hours of working with no interruptions. I literally went 5 straight hours without getting out of my chair. It wasn't comfortable, I'll be honest. My back hurt so bad last night from sitting for so long. When Joel called to say they were on their way home I realized the whole house was dark except for my computer screen. I never started the fire he wanted me to start. It definitely made my long day go by faster. Thanks again Tara. Next time they want your girls to come to our house.
On Saturday we had an unexpected guest...MARIN!!! She came to play with Maddie for a few hours and it was such a relief. For a few hours I didn't have to hear "Mom, I'm so bored."
After we dropped Marin off I dropped the kids off with my dad and stepmom. They had been invited to my great Aunt Madalyn and great Uncle Norman's house for dinner and wanted to bring the kids. They're quite elderly and I lectured the kids on being on their best behavior over there. I figured we had a 50/50 chance of good behavior, but you never can tell with these two. Madelyn has never met Madalyn. The fact that they have the same name is simply a coincidence. I didn't grow up around great Aunt Madalyn much, even though I knew of her, and I never knew her name was spelled so similar to my Madelyn.
Anyway, the kids were on their A-list behavior apparently. Polite, kind, carrying on conversations with them like they were friends. I was very proud of them and so was my dad apparently because he took them out and bought them toys and let them spend the night. Yay for me!! Joel and I had Azteca and then rented "I Love You Man" and hung out. It was an okay movie, not nearly as funny as I expected it to be.
Yesterday the kids got to hang out with Riley and Jordan all afternoon. They both had been looking forward to it for a long time. So I had several hours of working with no interruptions. I literally went 5 straight hours without getting out of my chair. It wasn't comfortable, I'll be honest. My back hurt so bad last night from sitting for so long. When Joel called to say they were on their way home I realized the whole house was dark except for my computer screen. I never started the fire he wanted me to start. It definitely made my long day go by faster. Thanks again Tara. Next time they want your girls to come to our house.
Friday, November 06, 2009
Blowin' in the wind
That was quite a storm we had last night. Our power went out at 6:30-ish. We were so not prepared. I had to find flashlights and candles and then I couldn't find a lighter to light them. Suck.
It didn't come back on until 4:30 this morning. Dylan hates it when the power is out. He doesn't like to admit it but he's scared. He watches Ghost Hunters and stuff so he gets a little freaked out. The boy sleeps with his lights on, so you can only imagine how scary it is for him when he can't. He's probably going to be mad that I told you that, lol.
Maddie LOVES the power being out. I don't understand why. I think she's just trying to be opposite of Dylan as usual.
Yesterday was Thursday, which is my favorite day of the week because it's the day my dad comes and gets my kids and spends time with him and my husband takes me out to dinner (usually). Well we had big fancy plans to go to Wok On Fire since we had a coupon but Joel was trying to get out of it all day. So, I finally compromised and let him off the hook and we had Chungs Teriyaki take out, which was a good compromise on my part :P
If you could, please take a minute to read Jessica's blog and send some positive thoughts/prayers her way for her daughter. Thanks
That's about it for today. I am still battling this stupid cold and I hate it. It's not bad, it's just incredibly annoying.
It didn't come back on until 4:30 this morning. Dylan hates it when the power is out. He doesn't like to admit it but he's scared. He watches Ghost Hunters and stuff so he gets a little freaked out. The boy sleeps with his lights on, so you can only imagine how scary it is for him when he can't. He's probably going to be mad that I told you that, lol.
Maddie LOVES the power being out. I don't understand why. I think she's just trying to be opposite of Dylan as usual.
Yesterday was Thursday, which is my favorite day of the week because it's the day my dad comes and gets my kids and spends time with him and my husband takes me out to dinner (usually). Well we had big fancy plans to go to Wok On Fire since we had a coupon but Joel was trying to get out of it all day. So, I finally compromised and let him off the hook and we had Chungs Teriyaki take out, which was a good compromise on my part :P
If you could, please take a minute to read Jessica's blog and send some positive thoughts/prayers her way for her daughter. Thanks
That's about it for today. I am still battling this stupid cold and I hate it. It's not bad, it's just incredibly annoying.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Cooking dislikes
Whoever created this item:
Is a bloody genius. Seriously.
I love using my crock pot. I would use it every day if I could. The trouble is, I hate to clean it. Hate is the wrong word. I loathe it. Then I found these beautiful items.
Another thing I hate to do in the kitchen is peel potatoes. If I didn't think instant potatoes tasted like something that came from another planet, I wouldn't do it at all. Joel doesn't mind it so I can sometimes lure him into the evil duty, but usually he's made himself scarce by that time to avoid the cursing and potato-hatred slurs.
And last but not least....I hate, hate, hate shredding cheese. I will spend the extra money to buy it preshredded, but sometimes I don't have it available so I have to shred it. Hate.
Is a bloody genius. Seriously.I love using my crock pot. I would use it every day if I could. The trouble is, I hate to clean it. Hate is the wrong word. I loathe it. Then I found these beautiful items.
Another thing I hate to do in the kitchen is peel potatoes. If I didn't think instant potatoes tasted like something that came from another planet, I wouldn't do it at all. Joel doesn't mind it so I can sometimes lure him into the evil duty, but usually he's made himself scarce by that time to avoid the cursing and potato-hatred slurs.
And last but not least....I hate, hate, hate shredding cheese. I will spend the extra money to buy it preshredded, but sometimes I don't have it available so I have to shred it. Hate.
Monday, November 02, 2009
Breaking the rules
Today I had an epiphany of sorts.
One of my biggest struggles with Maddie is getting her to eat breakfast. She's not really a morning person (understatement) so getting her up and ready for school is a big enough struggle, let alone actually getting her to eat breakfast. On the weekends she sometimes doesn't eat anything of substance until 10:30 or 11:00.
So this morning I thought.....I'll feed her lunch for breakfast. She loves lunch. The lunches I pack her aren't the same. A sandwich or cheese and crackers is not her favorite lunch. So I decided to make her some spaghetti noodles and green salt for breakfast. Guess what......SHE ATE IT. Happily, I might add.
Who made up the stupid rule about having breakfast for breakfast??? That's ridiculous. Probably a breakfast communist or something.
One of my biggest struggles with Maddie is getting her to eat breakfast. She's not really a morning person (understatement) so getting her up and ready for school is a big enough struggle, let alone actually getting her to eat breakfast. On the weekends she sometimes doesn't eat anything of substance until 10:30 or 11:00.
So this morning I thought.....I'll feed her lunch for breakfast. She loves lunch. The lunches I pack her aren't the same. A sandwich or cheese and crackers is not her favorite lunch. So I decided to make her some spaghetti noodles and green salt for breakfast. Guess what......SHE ATE IT. Happily, I might add.
Who made up the stupid rule about having breakfast for breakfast??? That's ridiculous. Probably a breakfast communist or something.
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