Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Heard Around The House

Well, in this case, we were at a restaurant. Little Bit said something to me, and I answered her. It was a simple, brief conversation and we both got what we needed and/or wanted out of it and were satisfied that the conversation was over. Hubby looked at us and said, "Huh?" - meaning he wanted to know what we were talking about. Without skipping a beat, Little Bit (who is just 3 y/o) said, "Nothing you need to worry about, Dad." Of course, Hubby and I looked at each other and broke into laughter 'cause it was just that perfect. Little Bit smiled knowingly, as if she intuitively understood that she'd said something just right and that we were laughing at her. She was very pleased with herself. Ok - so maybe you had to be there - but it really was funny. Wow - the first edition of "Heard Around The House" of 2010! Can you believe it? TTFN JMS PS: Uncle Dave - hope all goes well today! I'll be thinking about you and praying for you! Love you!

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Quick Update

Little Bit has goop in her eye, and though it has not definitely been diagnosed as pink eye, she is on an antibiotic drop. Kiddo is obsessed with his hair. I cannot figure it out - but if his hair doesn't sit EXACTLY FLAT on his head - he literally flips out. Whining and tears and shaking - the whole bit. When I towel-dry his hair after bath-time, he can barely stand it if I don't immediately brush it flat. Is this some kind of OCD thing? Do I ignore it? Do I try to make him understand that it is just hair, and at some point, some day it will stick up in odd ways no matter how hard he tries? I'm kind of at a loss with this. He's constantly running his hand over his head to make sure it's all where it is supposed to be... Hubby is good...though he seems quite preoccupied. It's getting quite close to a date I know he tries not to think about, yet here it is again. I wish he'd talk to me. I might not be able to fix it, but I can always listen. I've got the beginnings of Bronchitis...again. This is the 3rd time since November. Luckily, though - I didn't wait until I was really really sick to go to the doctor. I was proactive (mostly) and went only after I realized that my voice wasn't coming back on its own and this wasn't just a tickle... Now I'm on a good, strong antibiotic and have instructions from "Doc" to take it easy. Take it easy. Yeah. Right. As if that's going to happen? I've got entirely too much to do between now and Saturday when my Mother-in-Law comes for a visit. I'm very excited to see her, but I don't want her getting to my house and deciding she needs to clean. I want her to relax and have fun with her grandchildren. (Oh, and the grand-dog, too. Nalla loves Nani!) TTFN JMS

Friday, April 23, 2010

Thought I'd share

We had Take Your Child To Work Day at my office yesterday.
 
Here's me and Kiddo.
 
TTFN
JMS

Monday, April 19, 2010

Monday Randomness

Hi! It's Monday. As if you didn't know! ***** Have you tried those Pepperidge Farm Baked Naturals Cheese Crisps? So awesome! Have you see the new Clash of the Titans? So awesome! ***** I'm back on my FlyLady kick. If you don't know about FlyLady - got to http://www.flylady.com and check her out. Also, I've started my FlyLady Journal - and if you want to follow my "Reclaiming My House" escapades - you can read the journal at http://ladyonafly.blogspot.com. ***** Well...I guess that's it for today. I really don't have much to say at the moment. I guess that could change in about 15 minutes... Love you all! Thanks for sticking with me even when my posting frequency sucks! TTFN JMS

Wednesday, April 07, 2010

Major Milestone & Budding Artist

So, we've had a major (well, in my eyes, anyway) milestone happen at our house overnight. Little Bit - who, as I've mentioned at least twice now that I know of, is potty training - slept the entire night in "big girl underwear" and woke up this morning completely dry! The very first thing she did when she woke up was to get on the potty and do her business...and she was SO excited! We're very proud of her! And something else noteworthy (again, in my eyes, anyway) is the fact that Kiddo is making his own thank you cards for the folks who came to his birthday party. He's drawn landscape scenes, dinosaurs, flowers, sunshine and is only about 1/3 of the way finished with them. I can't wait to send them out! Hm...that's got me wondering. What do you think about Kiddo's cards being on my Etsy site? Do you think anyone would want them? He really is pretty amazing for a 6 year old artist. Of course, that might be a biased opinion. And, of course, I would give him any and all of the "proceeds"... TTFN JMS

Tuesday, April 06, 2010

in just spring... (my little nod to ee himself)

I'm off to see the wizard... (Hmmm...where did that come from, I wonder? And why oh why is it the very first part of this post? Maybe we'll never know.) You know what I do know, though? I haven't posted since March 16th! I now Little Bit is now 3 years old, Kiddo is officially 6 years old, I have a good full-time job that is solid and time consuming, a part-time job (Avon) that is fun and makes me feel good, I haven't crafted anything in weeks and weeks which depresses me slightly, my house is a mess as usual, my kids are perfect, hubby us awesome, and things are basically good. This is good news. I'm sitting here somewhat in awe of the fact that even though I'm tired and there are definitely things weighing on my mind right now, I feel pretty darn good. Some things I'm thinking about that I want to mention; in no particular order:
  • K&NM & family have finally found a little house to rent and will be moving in May. This is awesome, fantastic and exciting news and will hopefully be the beginning of a new and more prosperous chapter of their lives. Prayers for them, however, are always still welcome.
  • HB is now a year older, having had her 28th birthday on March 31st. Happy Birthday HB! You'll always be my bean!
  • CG is also now a year older - but I think she'd probably kill me if I mentioned her age so I'll just say Happy Birthday big sister! You are always in my heart!
  • My friend EB and I will be hosting a Premiere Jewelry / Avon Party sometime in June... Those interested need to contact me for an invitation - otherwise, keep your eyes open for details!
  • Spring is here and along with it, hopefully, warmer weather.
Anyway - I guess that's it for now. I'm going to leave you with a picture of Kiddo & Little Bit (who is potty trained, now - btw) on Easter Sunday.

TTFN JMS