A Good Weekend May 6, 2008

I know it’s been awhile and I’m sorry it’s just that I’ve been busy, oh and yesterday our internet was acting up.  Anyway we had a really good weekend, kind of crazy and busy but fun.  Friday night was Sweet Pea’s dress rehearsal because you know it’s recital time again.  Then Saturday she had a soccer game; they got stomped but her and another girl scored a goal so at least that was something.  Then later on that evening was her recital.  Now if you remember last year we had a bit of a problem and she ended up not doing her first dance but did the second.  Anyway this year was much, much better; she did both dances.  No drama and she did so well and of course I was very proud of her.  As for doing dance next year I told her she didn’t have to and it would be ok with us but she said she had so much fun and she really likes it and is going to do it next year. 

A Birthday Celebration April 29, 2008

This past Sunday we had Sweet Pea’s 5th birthday party.  I honestly can’t believe she’s 5 and will be starting kindergarten.  I know I say stuff like that every year but I really can’t believe it because it feels like it was only yesterday when I first brought her home.  As for her party everything went well; it rained a little bit that morning and it was actually cold.  But by the time the party got going it turned out to be beautiful and the kids were able to play outside.  Her party was The Backyardigans and I even found a place that makes the cake to go with it-Walmart.  She ended up getting the Biggest Littlest Pet Shop and some accessories, craft stuff, clothes, Disney Princess stuff, a bike, oh and moon sand. 

Also this year we asked David’s dad if he could build the kids a swing set and that was up and running for the party–it’s really a gift for both kids.  Anyway the kids were playing on the swing because the ladder wasn’t set up yet to get on the slide.  He’s almost done all that’s left is the ladder because he had to add some rails yesterday; anyway as soon as it’s done I’ll be posting some pictures of it.

Mama Ewww! April 25, 2008

I know I’ve mentioned before that Monkey likes to stick his hand down his diaper; I guess he has an itch or like most men just likes to do it.  Anyway we’ve been trying to break him of it but now I’m more than determined.  A couple of weeks ago he hurt his hand somehow and came up to me so I could kiss it–well luckily before I did I noticed a faint smell.  I looked at his hands and at first I thought he had dirt under his fingernails; well it wasn’t it turned out it was poop.  Now as gross as that was it’s not as bad as my next story.

Ok so last week I’m sitting in the kitchen watching t.v. when Monkey comes up to me and he says “Mama ewww!”  I look down and he has poop all over his hands and not the dry stuff either.  Oh man I wanted to puke but I picked him up and rushed him to the bathroom to rinse of his hands and then I changed him and gave him a bath.  Now I have told everyone (family and nursery workers) that if they see him sticking his hands down his pants to tell him NO!  Because let’s be real that is just disgusting and gross and I’m tired of finding surprises in his fingernails or all over his hands.

Mama, Help Me! April 22, 2008

If I’ve told y’all this story then I apologize if not then great.  Not to long ago Monkey and I were out shopping for Sweet Pea (she was home w/David).  Anyway I’m sure I’ve mentioned before that Monkey does not like to shop, he hates it but I make him tag along because you know I can’t exactly leave him at home even if he does scream like a banshee at times.  Ok well we’re looking around Target and his patience (what little there is) is now running thin and he’s tired of looking around; oh and he’s also mad because I have him strapped in so he can’t make a jump for it.  Anyway he’s getting mad and can’t unbuckle himself and what does he do–he starts screaming “help me, help me!  Mama, help me!”  Ummm can we say embarrassing, and if you’re wondering why here it goes.  First off my son is white w/blondish-brown hair and I’m Hispanic so I have a nice dark tan like all year w/black hair and brown eyes.  So I’m thinking great people are going to think I took this kid even though when look at his face and mine we look the same, and luckily I had pictures in my purse to prove that he really is mine.  Eventually he stopped but not before a couple people laughed while others kind of looked at us like what a little brat.  Either way I can totally laugh about now and I did then when we left just at the time it was a bit annoying.  All I know is that he says “help me” all the time and he uses it right but that doesn’t mean I want him constantly screaming it.  Oh well I guess I’ll just have to teach him something else to say like “I want out!”

A Thousand Apologies April 21, 2008

I’m so sorry that I haven’t blogged or visited anyone in forever.  I’m at the end of my school semester and I’m making sure that I end everything well.  I’ve registered for a summer school class so I don’t have to take 15hrs only 12 in the fall.  As for all of us we’re doing well–Sweet Pea’s birthday is this Thurs. and her party on Sun.  Then in a couple of weeks is her dance recital, oh and soccer has started up so we’ve been doing that too.  Anyway I’m back with a couple of funny/gross stories to share so keep looking back. 

As for today I registered Sweet Pea for Kindergarten–seriously where has the time gone.  I can’t believe in August she’ll be starting school and I’ll just have one at home with me.  She came with me even though she didn’t get to look around but she liked what she saw especially the playground.  They told me before school starts her teacher will have a meet and greet thing and she’ll get to meet the other kids in her class, see her classroom, and look around the school.  That should be exciting for the two of us.  Ok well off to run some errands and sorry I haven’t been around.  I look forward to catching up with everyone!

Heels Dug In April 2, 2008

Yesterday was Tuesday which means I’m taking Sweet Pea to ballet.  Surprisingly she didn’t complain the whole time she got dressed and seemed to be ok with going.  Usually her response is “it’s too hard”, “it takes forever”, or “it’s boring.”  Like I said everything was fine even in the car and then we walk through the door–the moment we do she hit the brakes.  I ask what’s wrong and she say she’s not going in to dance because she doesn’t like it and thinks it’s boring.  So of course I tell her I didn’t drive all the way out here for her not to dance and that she needed to go in there.  Well I try to get her in the room and she straight up dug her heels in the ground and said “I’m not going in there!”  So then I gave her two options: 1. sit in the classroom and watch or 2. sit with and watch; either way we weren’t leaving until class was over.  Well after 5 min of her pouting in the back of the classroom she finally decided to join her class.  I really don’t know what to do and this is the worst she’s ever been.  My sister thinks that I should take her out but if I do am I sending the wrong message.  I mean she’s about to 5 do they really know what they like to do and won’t they find reasons to complain (not all the time, but you know what I mean).  Anyway her recital is in May and she’s just going to have to tough it out until then.  Any suggestions would be helpful.

The Truth March 26, 2008

On Sunday morning our Pastor played a very interesting video, of course that was when I had to get up so I missed it.  However David said it was really good and found it on youtube.  Anyway I thought I would post it and see what y’all thought about it.

Good Morning Everyone March 24, 2008

I hope all of you had a happy Easter.  As for us the day started out great but by the afternoon Sweet Pea started to run a fever; turns out she caught Monkey’s cold.  We had a big lunch with the family and then we went out and hid the eggs.  I really enjoy watching them hunt for eggs and the excitement of seeing what kind of candy was hidden inside.  They looked so cute all dressed up yesterday that I’m going to have to post a couple of pics.

 Can you tell that his hair is spiked?  I finally went and had his hair cut on Saturday so he wouldn’t look all shaggy.

 And here is my darling little Sweet Pea; she didn’t want to take any pictures but I’m glad she let me take a couple of her.

As for a family picture well we didn’t get around to it but I need to and soon.  I’ll be making my rounds today to check out how everyone else is doing.

My 1yr. Bloggiversary March 20, 2008

Not only is today the official first day of Spring, but it’s also my 1yr. anniversary here on my little blog.  I can’t believe it’s already been 1yr.  When I first started this I wasn’t really sure what to write about and sometimes I still feel like that.  I also didn’t expect to meet some really amazing women, and I’m glad I did.  It’s so comforting knowing that there are other moms out there who are going thru the same things that I am.  You know your two yr. old son putting everything in his mouth, or thinking that he should become the next daredevil.  And let’s not forget that as sweet as little girls can be deep down they can be diva’s.  I just know that if I didn’t have a blog to escape to I would go crazy because I need adult conversation even if it is only on here.

Also today my little Monkey is FINALLY feeling better.  Monday we decided to go to the beach to play in the sand and he started to not feel well but he was having a good time.  Anyway it started getting cool so we packed up and started heading home.  Alright so half-way home I hear this sound, I look back and poor Monkey had threw up all over himself.  This is the first time either one of my kids has thrown up in the car-honest.  And I felt so bad for him and luckily I had a spare outfit.  Oh and I don’t remember who posted this a long time ago (maybe Tracy or MGM), but cleaning puke out of a car seat is dis-gus-ting.  Other than that we’ve been doing really well and I think all is back to some type of normal.

**Hopefully it’s as a beautiful there as it is here.  Enjoy the day!**

Horton Hears A Who March 15, 2008

Last night we went to go see the new Dr. Seuss movie and I thought it was great.  Sweet Pea loved it and of course now she wants the book and can’t wait for the movie to come out so we can buy it.  Monkey was surprisingly good during the first half and then the second half he kept going from me to Mimi, and then to Grumps.  And of course during the last 20 min he decided to chill out and watch.  I can’t believe I actually went because that meant taking Monkey and the last time I took him he was terrible, but David was working late last night and I really wanted to go, and I’m glad I did.  Ooo before I forget I have to tell you the previews I saw: Nim’s Island-I’ll pass; Kung Fu Panda-It’s going to be hilarious; Wall E-Can’t wait to see this latest Pixar movie; and Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaur; I really like the first two and I think this one will be good, oh and it said that it will be coming out in 3-D too.

Oh and before I forget no one has left me any rude comments about me getting a ticket but you know how some people can be so that’s why I said don’t leave one.  Thanks for leaving me your stories and comments.