Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
Update
I have a few extra minutes so thought I'd add a little here since I'm not sure when I will have time again before July 4. We had a great time in Asheville. From there, we drove down to Lake Lure. Took the boat tour and saw where Jennifer Gray came down the staircase in "Dirty Dancing," also location of the scene where Patrick Swayze lifted her out of the water.
We took 64 over to 441 (the scenic way) on the way back. It's a really winding road but the view is worth it. It passes right beside Bridal Veil Falls so of course we had to stop there a moment and take a photo standing behind the waterfall.
Had a great evening with Thirtysomething and the gang Saturday evening. An excellent meal and the girls behaved beautifully. (Not sure what their Mom threatened them with but it worked.)
Saw "Jersey Boys" at the Fox yesterday afternoon and son #1 treated us to an excellent dinner at Ecco afterwards.
Today was fairly quiet. Started with a walk in the park before I saw the optometrist after lunch. After that, we walked up to the Margaret Mitchell House. Wound up walking back in the rain. Having a wonderful time and trying to decide what to do next!
We took 64 over to 441 (the scenic way) on the way back. It's a really winding road but the view is worth it. It passes right beside Bridal Veil Falls so of course we had to stop there a moment and take a photo standing behind the waterfall.
Had a great evening with Thirtysomething and the gang Saturday evening. An excellent meal and the girls behaved beautifully. (Not sure what their Mom threatened them with but it worked.)
Saw "Jersey Boys" at the Fox yesterday afternoon and son #1 treated us to an excellent dinner at Ecco afterwards.
Today was fairly quiet. Started with a walk in the park before I saw the optometrist after lunch. After that, we walked up to the Margaret Mitchell House. Wound up walking back in the rain. Having a wonderful time and trying to decide what to do next!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Things I Never Thought I'd Say to My Children
Just a few of my favorite(?) things I never pictured saying to my children (during my pre-kid years, of course):
Stop smacking your sister with the banana peel.
Don't play with the dog's boobies, that's not nice, she doesn't like it.
Yes, that's poo-poo. That's right, it's bleah, we don't eat it.
We don't put peas into our ears.
We put food in our mouth, not (insert whatever is appropriate at the moment: toenails, trash, etc.).
Don't sit on the dog while you're wet and naked, you'll get fur in your behind.
And that's just a list from this week so far!
Stop smacking your sister with the banana peel.
Don't play with the dog's boobies, that's not nice, she doesn't like it.
Yes, that's poo-poo. That's right, it's bleah, we don't eat it.
We don't put peas into our ears.
We put food in our mouth, not (insert whatever is appropriate at the moment: toenails, trash, etc.).
Don't sit on the dog while you're wet and naked, you'll get fur in your behind.
And that's just a list from this week so far!
Losing my mind
Okay, enough! I'm seriously getting sick of cleaning up other people/animal's messes right now. I know it's part of life and I'll get over it, but I would love for something that I clean to just stay clean for a little while!
DH didn't get home until 10 last night, for the second night in a row, so he hasn't seen the girls since Sunday and they're missing him. Potty training is not going so great right now, with little one announcing that she's gone to the bathroom after the fact. One of the dogs threw up in the van this morning and the other one shed all over the rest of it, despite the towel I laid down for her. Little Bit also decorated herself with an ink pen she discovered in one of the pockets of the van, on the way to pick up big sis from Vacation Bible School, so that was a lovely sight to bring in so all the other parents and teachers could see how capable I am. Oh, and she was covered in dog fur, too, from loving all over aforementioned canine. Did I mention DH also brought in a bunch of stinky Tupperware containers as well last evening, after I had already cleaned the kitchen and started a load of dishes?
We're plugging along with potty training, however frustrating it may be short-term. It's the right time, I just have to have patience...and lots of spare underwear. Fortunately, it does have its funny moments. Yesterday evening she came to the table and her panties were stuffed with something in the front. Turns out it was a huge wad of tissue. When I asked why she put it in there, she said that it was "In case I have to sneeze!"
DH didn't get home until 10 last night, for the second night in a row, so he hasn't seen the girls since Sunday and they're missing him. Potty training is not going so great right now, with little one announcing that she's gone to the bathroom after the fact. One of the dogs threw up in the van this morning and the other one shed all over the rest of it, despite the towel I laid down for her. Little Bit also decorated herself with an ink pen she discovered in one of the pockets of the van, on the way to pick up big sis from Vacation Bible School, so that was a lovely sight to bring in so all the other parents and teachers could see how capable I am. Oh, and she was covered in dog fur, too, from loving all over aforementioned canine. Did I mention DH also brought in a bunch of stinky Tupperware containers as well last evening, after I had already cleaned the kitchen and started a load of dishes?
We're plugging along with potty training, however frustrating it may be short-term. It's the right time, I just have to have patience...and lots of spare underwear. Fortunately, it does have its funny moments. Yesterday evening she came to the table and her panties were stuffed with something in the front. Turns out it was a huge wad of tissue. When I asked why she put it in there, she said that it was "In case I have to sneeze!"
Monday, June 15, 2009
Adventures in Potty Training
Well, Mom is having a grand ol' time showing her houseguest the sights of Atlanta and I'm potty training a two-year-old. Not hard to figure which is more fun, although I would venture to guess my life is pretty exciting right now, living in a perpetual state of anticipation.
Actually, I'm ready to get this stage done. She's ready, we're back from the beach, she's starting preschool in August, so it's the perfect time. I figure my house is already a mess from dog number two shedding his coat, so why not add a little excitement to the mix?
More updates later.
Actually, I'm ready to get this stage done. She's ready, we're back from the beach, she's starting preschool in August, so it's the perfect time. I figure my house is already a mess from dog number two shedding his coat, so why not add a little excitement to the mix?
More updates later.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
This & that
Every time I go out without my camera, I miss a good shot! This morning it was a squirrel who looked as though he was drinking from a Starbucks cup. Darn! Might could have sold that one to Starbucks for a PR poster.
I rode with two ladies from my PPC Sunday School class to a low country boil at McDonough last evening. The couple there hosting it drives all the way to Buckhead just to attend this church. Now that's devotion!
I had a good time even though I didn't eat any of the gigantic shrimp, etc. Having everything I eat taste like sausage just isn't my thing but I really didn't go for the food anyway.
It's time to get a move on though. Need to finish dressing, drying my hair, and get out the door in about half an hour to get to church on time. Just counting the hours now.
I rode with two ladies from my PPC Sunday School class to a low country boil at McDonough last evening. The couple there hosting it drives all the way to Buckhead just to attend this church. Now that's devotion!
I had a good time even though I didn't eat any of the gigantic shrimp, etc. Having everything I eat taste like sausage just isn't my thing but I really didn't go for the food anyway.
It's time to get a move on though. Need to finish dressing, drying my hair, and get out the door in about half an hour to get to church on time. Just counting the hours now.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Was it 1 or 2?
I got a third injection in my back yesterday. Or was it the fourth? Can't decide if getting two at the same time counts as one or two times. Should be two. It hurt twice as bad after the feeling started coming back.
It's fairly early but I'm heading out soon to get a few things done. Thought I'd walk down to the green market in the park to see if they have any more of that wonderful organic goats cheese like I bought last week. From there, I'm not too sure. I have some last minute grocery shopping but haven't made up my mind if I should do it today or tomorrow after church. I'm supposed to go to a low country boil this afternoon and I don't want to be totally exhausted.
Counting down. One more day!
It's fairly early but I'm heading out soon to get a few things done. Thought I'd walk down to the green market in the park to see if they have any more of that wonderful organic goats cheese like I bought last week. From there, I'm not too sure. I have some last minute grocery shopping but haven't made up my mind if I should do it today or tomorrow after church. I'm supposed to go to a low country boil this afternoon and I don't want to be totally exhausted.
Counting down. One more day!
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