Everything is fine June 11, 2008

I’m sorry for not telling y’all that I was taking a break.  Ok well I wasn’t planning on it, it just kind of happened.  I finished my spring semester with 3 A’s and 2 B’s–go me.  Now I’m taking a summer school class and it’s been going pretty well at least I think it is but I won’t know until I get my grade back for my first test.  This means come fall I’m only taking 12 hrs instead of 15 and by the end of November I will officially be done and graduating.  AND YES I’M UBER EXCITED ABOUT IT!  However, in January I’ll be back in school working on my post-bacc for early education, but hey I don’t care I’ll have a bachelor’s degree which has taken me some time. 

The kids are great–Sweet Pea starts kindergarten in Aug and I can’t believe it; Monkey is still his usual exploring self getting into everything and anything he can.  I did try to potty train but no luck; I plan on trying again in about a month.  Oh and we finally broke the habit of him sticking his hands down his diaper so that right there is a HUGE PLUS.

I do have some new news that you may be surprised about….  I have a new passion and it’s quilting; that’s another reason why I haven’t been blogging.  This is something I wanted to do last summer but never got around to it and so this summer I decided that nothing was going to stop me.  I bought a new sewing machine and couldn’t believe how expensive they can be.

This is my machine a Janome Hearth Truth, I’m not sure how to do a whole lot but I’m having fun trying.  A couple of weeks ago I took a wreath of hearts quilt class and I’m almost done with it; all I have left is the border, backing, and binding, oh and of course the actual quilting.  It sounds like a lot but I think the most time consuming will be the machine quilting part.  And as of now I’m taking a beginning piecing class that is teaching me how to make some basic blocks.  When I’m done with my projects I will be sure to post them on here.

I’m sorry I didn’t let y’all know that everything was fine-thanks Tracy for asking!  I’ve missed blogging and getting to read what’s going on with everyone else.  I’m going to try and make my rounds some time this week.

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.

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!**

Thanks for the advice March 12, 2008

I want to thank everyone who gave me their opinion on the things I listed to get Sweet Pea.  As cute as the Littlest Pet Shop is I did worry about all the small stuff since Monkey still puts things in his mouth like his nightlight.  He unplugs it and then has figured out how to unscrew the light bulb and then puts one or the other in his mouth–what am I going to do with him!  So now I have to wait until he’s asleep before I can plug his nightlight in; seriously Sweet Pea was never like that. 

Ok back to the toys issue.  The one thing I never thought of was American Girl dolls, I’ve heard of them but never thought to get her one so thanks Jess.  Also I was thinking of getting her a couple of Barbie dolls.  Alright last question–am I making this harder than what it should be?

What do y’all think of this March 11, 2008

**I know many of you had said that you can’t see the picture-sorry.  See if you can click on it and maybe it will take you to the website.  http://www.camillesboutiqueshop.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=23&products_id=63

 I don’t remember when I first saw this but I think it’s really cool.  To look at more of these just google kreative kids plush backpacks and a whole variety will pop up.  Anyway it’s a plush rolling backpack w/a detachable cat and on the back of the cat is a zipper for the kids to store stuff in.  This also comes in as a regular backpack.  So my question is do you think she would like this and would it be useful (either in a backpack or a rolling backpack).  When I showed Sweet Pea she said she wanted to use it for school but I’m not sure.  Again I would appreciate some input–and thanks Burg for your comment.