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I must have the worst contest entry luck in the world. I just don't win. Which is fine, for the most part. I have learned not to get my hopes up.
One thing that I did win was a coloring contest when I was 6 or so- I won second prize, and a Barbie.
I digress. I entered a giveaway on Newlyweds on a Budget and I WON. Take that luck. I WON.
When I opened my email to see a message from Kari, I squealed a bit (I am easy to please and easily excitable). This is thrilling because a) I think the blog is so adorable and b)I have found a new etsy shop to spend way to much money and time on. Two very awesome things.
Universe, Bring It. I am a winner! In the words of Charlie Sheen WINNING
The best things in life are free
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
But they take a lot of time and effort- thankfully, some of the effort is just so so much fun.
Last night we had so much fun. I missed my pole dancing class and that was a bummer- but catching lighting bugs with the kids until 9:30 was so fun. We also played tag and duck duck goose.
When I was little catching lightning bugs was one of the things I looked forward to most.
My mom would find a container and poke some air holes in it and my friends and I would run around the neighborhood catching the fireflies until the jar glowed like a lantern.
At some point the mothers would yell for the kids to come home and we would fall unceremoniously to sleep.
Having the time yesterday to run around and play with my kids was one of the highlights of my week, month even. It was just such a great night. I wish I could explain it.
Peas was playing duck duck goose and was giggling so much she could hardly get the words out. When she would get a lightening bug she would cradle it in her hand and ask it politely to light up.
Pixie, too young to really understand, was determined to take part. She sat in the circle and ran around shrieking with glee. She was thrilled to look at the lightning bugs, fascinated by their glow.
Stinky ran around like I have never seen him. Catching lightning bugs with cat like reflexes.
Princess- what can I say about her? She is growing into be such an amazing kid. She helped Pixie get lightning bugs and played duck duck goose. She is a wonderful kid.
Last night we had so much fun. I missed my pole dancing class and that was a bummer- but catching lighting bugs with the kids until 9:30 was so fun. We also played tag and duck duck goose.
When I was little catching lightning bugs was one of the things I looked forward to most.
My mom would find a container and poke some air holes in it and my friends and I would run around the neighborhood catching the fireflies until the jar glowed like a lantern.
At some point the mothers would yell for the kids to come home and we would fall unceremoniously to sleep.
Having the time yesterday to run around and play with my kids was one of the highlights of my week, month even. It was just such a great night. I wish I could explain it.
Peas was playing duck duck goose and was giggling so much she could hardly get the words out. When she would get a lightening bug she would cradle it in her hand and ask it politely to light up.
Pixie, too young to really understand, was determined to take part. She sat in the circle and ran around shrieking with glee. She was thrilled to look at the lightning bugs, fascinated by their glow.
Stinky ran around like I have never seen him. Catching lightning bugs with cat like reflexes.
Princess- what can I say about her? She is growing into be such an amazing kid. She helped Pixie get lightning bugs and played duck duck goose. She is a wonderful kid.
In or Out
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
The kids love to play outside. This is good. Keeps them active, wears them out etc.
But the in and out of the house is driving me nuts.
My mom used to yell at me to stay in or stay out but the constant in an out was making her batty. I scoffed. Now? I am right there asking my kids to please pick- in or out. If the baby gets out or the dog gets out there are issues, and the kids are not the best at being mindful as they zip in an out 25 times.
Aside from that it really does get grate on me. Opening and closing, feet pounding. My shoulders tense. My fingers curl. for the love of all that is holy... pick: in or out. Then stay there.
/end rant
But the in and out of the house is driving me nuts.
My mom used to yell at me to stay in or stay out but the constant in an out was making her batty. I scoffed. Now? I am right there asking my kids to please pick- in or out. If the baby gets out or the dog gets out there are issues, and the kids are not the best at being mindful as they zip in an out 25 times.
Aside from that it really does get grate on me. Opening and closing, feet pounding. My shoulders tense. My fingers curl. for the love of all that is holy... pick: in or out. Then stay there.
/end rant
A blog... interrupted......
Saturday, June 25, 2011
A few days ago my attention was caught by a blogger who crashed a wedding as part of her "list" before moving out of state(I wonder what else is on that list?).
Now, I understand Wedding Crashers made this type of thing seem really appealing, and that is fine. For the most part-it is not a big deal as long as the crasher does not take a seat away from a guest.
However, this blogger took it too far, not only did she crash a wedding at a private venue, she posted photos of the couple and their event.
The groom found out about it and coolly chastised her in a comment. Leaving the not so subtle hint that they found this intrusive and an invasion of privacy. (If she, at this time, had taken down the photos and apologized it would have been -end scene- but she did not. She elected to deny doing anything wrong, and refuse to remove the photos.
It turned out that this event was a celebration of love and life while remembering a recently passed family member. Instead of respecting the sacred and private nature of the event, she mocked it. Calling it a blink in her life. A day that so many hours and so much money was spent on, and so much meaning and love was attached too, was brutally minimized.
By refusing to acknowledge her errors she ticked off a lot off people and manged to portray herself not as a spontaneous fun loving person, but a selfish woman, unconcerned with anyone but herself.
Here is a super funny aside, she posted the photos of the couple, made her captions entirely about herself, and then at the bottom, reminded readers to NOT USE HER PHOTOS WITHOUT PERMISSION. Really? Wow.
The other note- is that- her writing style was 'grammar interrupted' it was irritating and bothersome. Capitals are your friends. ... can easily be overused.
I mean, we had some crashers at out wedding, but we were fine with it.
Now, I understand Wedding Crashers made this type of thing seem really appealing, and that is fine. For the most part-it is not a big deal as long as the crasher does not take a seat away from a guest.
However, this blogger took it too far, not only did she crash a wedding at a private venue, she posted photos of the couple and their event.
The groom found out about it and coolly chastised her in a comment. Leaving the not so subtle hint that they found this intrusive and an invasion of privacy. (If she, at this time, had taken down the photos and apologized it would have been -end scene- but she did not. She elected to deny doing anything wrong, and refuse to remove the photos.
It turned out that this event was a celebration of love and life while remembering a recently passed family member. Instead of respecting the sacred and private nature of the event, she mocked it. Calling it a blink in her life. A day that so many hours and so much money was spent on, and so much meaning and love was attached too, was brutally minimized.
By refusing to acknowledge her errors she ticked off a lot off people and manged to portray herself not as a spontaneous fun loving person, but a selfish woman, unconcerned with anyone but herself.
Here is a super funny aside, she posted the photos of the couple, made her captions entirely about herself, and then at the bottom, reminded readers to NOT USE HER PHOTOS WITHOUT PERMISSION. Really? Wow.
The other note- is that- her writing style was 'grammar interrupted' it was irritating and bothersome. Capitals are your friends. ... can easily be overused.
I mean, we had some crashers at out wedding, but we were fine with it.
The Tornado Sirens Are Not Used For Musicality
Friday, June 24, 2011
When tornado sirens sound- go to the basement. This is elementary right? We all learn this in grade school.
It is not specifically the tornado that is the concern but the debris it picks up and tosses like a Nerf ball- except a lot more dangerous.
Tuesday the sky got black way to early. Wind gusted like I had never seen (or felt) Lightening flashed. It was surreal.
The noise was deafening. It would not have been surprising to see a cow a la Twister fly by (even though there are no cows with in a mile or so of here)
But, there were people who did not listen to the warnings and were hanging out... Dude. Nothing may happen and that is great- but heaven forbid something does happen, it is better to be somewhere with some modicum of protection.
This is confusing- some towns do not sound sirens for "Tornado Warnings" for a radar indicated tornado- they wait until a tornado is spotted before sounding them. On Tuesday, one town that was hit by a tornado did not sound the sirens...as the tornado was not spotted. Visibility was poor, and the tornado was rain wrapped. This has the potential to end tragically- and if the tornado the other night was stronger it very easily could have had a sad ending.
Other municipalities do sound their sirens for radar indicated tornados, which in my opinion is a lot safer of a choice. Regardless- if there is a tornado warning- get in the basement.
This means that as a resident you should know under what circumstances your municipality sounds the sirens and be aware of a safe place to go.
It is not specifically the tornado that is the concern but the debris it picks up and tosses like a Nerf ball- except a lot more dangerous.
Tuesday the sky got black way to early. Wind gusted like I had never seen (or felt) Lightening flashed. It was surreal.
The noise was deafening. It would not have been surprising to see a cow a la Twister fly by (even though there are no cows with in a mile or so of here)
But, there were people who did not listen to the warnings and were hanging out... Dude. Nothing may happen and that is great- but heaven forbid something does happen, it is better to be somewhere with some modicum of protection.
This is confusing- some towns do not sound sirens for "Tornado Warnings" for a radar indicated tornado- they wait until a tornado is spotted before sounding them. On Tuesday, one town that was hit by a tornado did not sound the sirens...as the tornado was not spotted. Visibility was poor, and the tornado was rain wrapped. This has the potential to end tragically- and if the tornado the other night was stronger it very easily could have had a sad ending.
Other municipalities do sound their sirens for radar indicated tornados, which in my opinion is a lot safer of a choice. Regardless- if there is a tornado warning- get in the basement.
This means that as a resident you should know under what circumstances your municipality sounds the sirens and be aware of a safe place to go.
I'll take pain for $200, Alex
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Stinky gets sick fast. When he does get sick he does not mess around. He also loathes medicine. Chewable or liquid- I cannot even get him to take children's Tylenol with out vomiting after. This goes for the super tasty bubblegum antibiotics as well. Last time he was on it we had to get several refills because he kept vomiting.
This time as we sat in the room with the doctor, discussing our options about medication for his positive strep test. He could chose the bubblegum medicine that so many kids clamor for or he could have a shot.
Get this. He willingly chose the shot. A kid. Chose a shot. I should not be surprised. This is the kid who chooses a Tylenol suppository over the cherry stuff.
He is a strange one.
Stinky cried a little during the shot, but he was fine shortly after. He commented getting into the car that he did not have to take any more medicine now.
Fair Enough.
So much to say so little time
We had tornados in our area the other night. We were very lucky and escaped with no major damage.
Stinky has strep throat
and much much more stay tuned
Stinky has strep throat
and much much more stay tuned
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