Happy Halloween!
Happy Last Day of October.
Happy last day of my favorite month of the year.
It's fixin' to be a BUSY day! Halloween party at 10:15, Dentist at noon, trick or treating at 6. Add in the fact that I do have Hannah today, too and you have Busy! Thank goodness for husband who is gonna watch all 4 kids while I go have some pleasant deep cleaning done on my teeth. Oh the joys!
I am sure to have a zillion pics from today and the busy weekend. My new camera is awesome, so I am sure I will take more than my fair share.
Have a safe night!
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Out for Delivery
Yay! My new camera will be here TODAY. I am beyond excited. I have been using a 35mm for a month now.
I just can't wait to try 'er out.
Let's just hope she works as well as I am hoping.
I just can't wait to try 'er out.
Let's just hope she works as well as I am hoping.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The Library
We have lived in our house almost four years. We have been to the library, but never to the programs they offer. The problem is before school started, we weren't the earliest risers on the block. All the programs start sometime between 10 and 11. Prior to September, we were lucky if we were out of bed by 10 or 11.
So, now that I am up at 7am and the girls are up shortly after, we put Em on the bus and the little girls and I hit the library. I am thrilled with the programs they offer. Most of the time we just hit story time at 10am. This week, though, they have had many different offerings. We went to a puppet show, a Halloween party with Trick or Treating and today we even took Em to Afterschool Explorers for school age kids. While she was in her program, Elle, Cece and I colored, read and did puzzles for an hour in the kids room.
I am very pleased with our library and I am thoroughly impressed that we use the resources as much as we do. The girls ALL love going- even little Cece. I couldn't be happier to be living where we are! :)
(okay- well. I lied- maybe about 10 more acres, a few cows and chickens and a big tractor in the barn and I could be A LITTLE happier.)
So, now that I am up at 7am and the girls are up shortly after, we put Em on the bus and the little girls and I hit the library. I am thrilled with the programs they offer. Most of the time we just hit story time at 10am. This week, though, they have had many different offerings. We went to a puppet show, a Halloween party with Trick or Treating and today we even took Em to Afterschool Explorers for school age kids. While she was in her program, Elle, Cece and I colored, read and did puzzles for an hour in the kids room.
I am very pleased with our library and I am thoroughly impressed that we use the resources as much as we do. The girls ALL love going- even little Cece. I couldn't be happier to be living where we are! :)
(okay- well. I lied- maybe about 10 more acres, a few cows and chickens and a big tractor in the barn and I could be A LITTLE happier.)
Emotional
Why on earth am I such an emotional basket case?
I was watching Deal or No Deal tonight. It was a great show. Well, the woman on there won the one million dollars and I sobbed. I couldn't control it. I had to get up and get a tissue it was so bad!
I have always been very emotional, but I swear becoming a mother made me all the more. I cry at EVERYTHING.
Geez Louise. Good thing I have some good waterproof mascara, huh?
I was watching Deal or No Deal tonight. It was a great show. Well, the woman on there won the one million dollars and I sobbed. I couldn't control it. I had to get up and get a tissue it was so bad!
I have always been very emotional, but I swear becoming a mother made me all the more. I cry at EVERYTHING.
Geez Louise. Good thing I have some good waterproof mascara, huh?
Monday, October 27, 2008
Daisies
We had our first Daisy meeting tonight and while I was scared to death about being a Leader, I think I might actually enjoy it. It was a big thing for me to take on this challenge. I tend to be more of an introvert and spend my days at home with my family (can you even believe that???) I used to be very outgoing, but the longer I am a SAHM, the harder it is for me to get out. I challenged myself to do this and so far so good.
We had five girls total show up today, but I think I have 3-5 more prospects. I am thrilled since only two weeks ago it was Emily and me. Whew. Thank goodness we have a troop. I am excited to get to know "my girls" and see where things take us this year. I have informed everyone that this is my learning year and to bear with me, so wish me luck!
The best part is when we were walking out of the meeting, after she had helped me clean up all the chairs and tables, Emily grabbed my hand and said, "I am so glad that you are going to be my Leader forever. Thank you Momma, I had so much fun with my friends."
Yep! This is gonna be so worth it! :)
We had five girls total show up today, but I think I have 3-5 more prospects. I am thrilled since only two weeks ago it was Emily and me. Whew. Thank goodness we have a troop. I am excited to get to know "my girls" and see where things take us this year. I have informed everyone that this is my learning year and to bear with me, so wish me luck!
The best part is when we were walking out of the meeting, after she had helped me clean up all the chairs and tables, Emily grabbed my hand and said, "I am so glad that you are going to be my Leader forever. Thank you Momma, I had so much fun with my friends."
Yep! This is gonna be so worth it! :)
What a super weekend!
We had the best weekend! Saturday Jay's brother, sister in law and nephew came out bright and early. The Mommas went shopping for the morning, we hit up two Mom to Moms and Marshalls, Target, and Taco Bell. :) The Daddies stayed behind with all the kids and had some bonding time. Jay doesn't spend nearly enough time with his brother, so it was much needed. I think thats what happens when four kids get thrown in the mix.
After BIL and SIL left, we got the kids ready to head over to my parents house for dinner. They got home from Denver late Friday and we hadn't seen them in TWO WEEKS! My sister and her husband came over as well. My parents made a spectacular meal and we sata round and visited. Then we got the kids in their costumes and headed over to the farm.
We met friends at the farm who we hardly see these days- darn that Kindergarten! A great time was had by all- even Jay, the LONE husband. He says he likes hanging out with all the chicks. But, in a house full of girls, I think he is just used to it. :) Thanks ladies for inviting us. We had a super time and apparently the best part of both of the girls' day was the egg hunt in the straw. :)
Sunday we laid low. We were going to go to Greenfield Village just Jay and I, but after we saw the $60 price tag, we decided to wait until the spring when hopefully money won't be so tight. Instead, we did a little camera shopping isnce my digital died a while back. (thats why I haven't updated any pics lately) We went to three stores and played with them all then came home and ordered one online. I can't wait to get it! Should be here Wed. or Thur. in time for Halloween. Yay!
After dinner, the girls had baths and bed and Momma and Daddy watched the Sunday night line up. Nice relaxing evening. Love it!
After BIL and SIL left, we got the kids ready to head over to my parents house for dinner. They got home from Denver late Friday and we hadn't seen them in TWO WEEKS! My sister and her husband came over as well. My parents made a spectacular meal and we sata round and visited. Then we got the kids in their costumes and headed over to the farm.
We met friends at the farm who we hardly see these days- darn that Kindergarten! A great time was had by all- even Jay, the LONE husband. He says he likes hanging out with all the chicks. But, in a house full of girls, I think he is just used to it. :) Thanks ladies for inviting us. We had a super time and apparently the best part of both of the girls' day was the egg hunt in the straw. :)
Sunday we laid low. We were going to go to Greenfield Village just Jay and I, but after we saw the $60 price tag, we decided to wait until the spring when hopefully money won't be so tight. Instead, we did a little camera shopping isnce my digital died a while back. (thats why I haven't updated any pics lately) We went to three stores and played with them all then came home and ordered one online. I can't wait to get it! Should be here Wed. or Thur. in time for Halloween. Yay!
After dinner, the girls had baths and bed and Momma and Daddy watched the Sunday night line up. Nice relaxing evening. Love it!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
It's so nice to be home
The day started at 7:01 am when my alarm went off. Emily requested pancakes for breakfast. I made a quadruple batch so I froze a few dozen.
Em and I were at the bus stop at 8:40. From there I came home and got Elle and Cecelia fed and dressed.
At 10:15, the little girls and I were at the library for a puppet performance.
At 11:20 we were at the gas station.
We actually came home and ran two loads of laundry. Waited for Em at the bus stop and grabbed her, threw the kids in the car and made it to my mom and dad's by 1:15 where we met my sister, Lisa, and helped her mow their lawn. Girls rode around in their jeep, then played ball and ran around like little maniacs. Cece spent the entire time I mowed the front lawn in her backpack carrier.
At 3:20 we left my mom and dad's and headed home. Threw in one more quick load of laundry and had a snack.
At 4:20 we left the house again headed for the carwash- my "baby" was mighty dirty and needed a bath.
At 4:30 we arrived at our friends house for playdate.
At 7:20 we got home and had a fast dinner. The girls brushed teeth, we read stories and by 8:45 they were tucked in. I sat with Cecelia and rocked until she fell asleep. Watched Private Practice and here I sit. I am exhausted and so ready for bed. It's been a long, fun filled day. :) Tomorrow promises to be just about as busy.
Em and I were at the bus stop at 8:40. From there I came home and got Elle and Cecelia fed and dressed.
At 10:15, the little girls and I were at the library for a puppet performance.
At 11:20 we were at the gas station.
We actually came home and ran two loads of laundry. Waited for Em at the bus stop and grabbed her, threw the kids in the car and made it to my mom and dad's by 1:15 where we met my sister, Lisa, and helped her mow their lawn. Girls rode around in their jeep, then played ball and ran around like little maniacs. Cece spent the entire time I mowed the front lawn in her backpack carrier.
At 3:20 we left my mom and dad's and headed home. Threw in one more quick load of laundry and had a snack.
At 4:20 we left the house again headed for the carwash- my "baby" was mighty dirty and needed a bath.
At 4:30 we arrived at our friends house for playdate.
At 7:20 we got home and had a fast dinner. The girls brushed teeth, we read stories and by 8:45 they were tucked in. I sat with Cecelia and rocked until she fell asleep. Watched Private Practice and here I sit. I am exhausted and so ready for bed. It's been a long, fun filled day. :) Tomorrow promises to be just about as busy.
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