Friday, August 29, 2008
help me
Oy vay! Last night was so dead at work. I had one of those 5 hr energy drinks, assuming of course that it would be a busy night...man what a waste of an awesome energy rush! I was gogogo for nearly the whole 5 hours, problem was I had nothing to do. So this morning I am very tired, and I work again tonight. I am looking forward to tonight though, cause when one night is dead the next it is busy. I shall post tomorrow and let ya'll know if that still stands true, lol.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
It is Thursday...too bad it's not friday!
So...not much plans so far for the holiday weekend. The date Luis and I were supposed to go on a little while ago never happened-my parents ended up seperating instead-long story. Saturday the stage is set, we are going out to dance and laugh the night away, kid and worry free. Tonight however, I work. And tomorrow night as well. I am going out to do a bit of shopping first though, on my own, uninterrupted. A rarity, but necessary, seeing as I never get to buy clothes that fit or make-up that is the right color when a child is tugging at my pant leg or crying to be 'uppie'. I am looking forward to it like you wouldn't believe! I need some new make up and a stop and the lingerie store (grabbing something for the big date!) and Guess is still having their really awesome 50% off sale-that is the only way I can afford that store. SO wish me fun and luck in finding what I am looking for.
Thankfully my week has slowed down a bit for me, I have FINALLY caught up with the laundry and thanks to Luis, the housework too. He has been awesome-ly helpful on nights I work, making sure I do NOT come home to a dirty kitchen...or bathroom. The latter took some encouragement and kind words to get him to step up.
I had an awesome weekend last weekend, hard to top. I finally got to meet one of his sisters, Cristina. I was thrilled to find she was not at all how Luis had described! She was sweet and warm, open and caring. Gabriella fell in love right away, gracing her with the longest hug I think she has ever given. Hunter warmed up, but it was her son Cristopher that he fell in love with-a new buddy and cousin. Luis and I had a really great visit with them, it was sad it was so short. But in a few weeks we will get together again, and I am looking forward to it.
What else is new? Oh, today is my baby brother's 17th birthday-now that makes me feel old. Nicholas is starting to grow up and mature into a fine young man. I was a little worried, I must say, for the longest time he was not showing any signs of independance or desire to detatch himself from our mother. But he has started and it is great to watch him grow-you would never know now that we hated each other growing up!
Thankfully my week has slowed down a bit for me, I have FINALLY caught up with the laundry and thanks to Luis, the housework too. He has been awesome-ly helpful on nights I work, making sure I do NOT come home to a dirty kitchen...or bathroom. The latter took some encouragement and kind words to get him to step up.
I had an awesome weekend last weekend, hard to top. I finally got to meet one of his sisters, Cristina. I was thrilled to find she was not at all how Luis had described! She was sweet and warm, open and caring. Gabriella fell in love right away, gracing her with the longest hug I think she has ever given. Hunter warmed up, but it was her son Cristopher that he fell in love with-a new buddy and cousin. Luis and I had a really great visit with them, it was sad it was so short. But in a few weeks we will get together again, and I am looking forward to it.
What else is new? Oh, today is my baby brother's 17th birthday-now that makes me feel old. Nicholas is starting to grow up and mature into a fine young man. I was a little worried, I must say, for the longest time he was not showing any signs of independance or desire to detatch himself from our mother. But he has started and it is great to watch him grow-you would never know now that we hated each other growing up!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
We have moved!
So now my blog is here at blogspt. A big move from Wordpress. I am sure you are wondering why. I found wordpress better in the ways of posting, but for layouts and stuff it sucked. So I weighed the pros and cons and decided to move. So after having sat here for an hour moving as many of my posts as I could handle, welcome to my new and improved home!
I have been slacking lately again. I know you'll forgive me. I never sleep anymore, it sucks. Between work and family, I am out of 'me time'. I still have yet to add in all my links and move my pictures over, but I will get there. Austin's birthday is fast approaching, school starts next week (YAY!!!) I have no time for any of my sewing projects, and I have picked up extra shifts at work, I am saving to buy myself a new car.
My toddler is in full swing of the terrible twos. His attitude is adorable-ly rotten! He is too cute to stay mad at for long, but man he is a stinker. Gabriella is still a little Diva in so many ways, and I know it is my fault, I do spoil her. Austin has really calmed his attitude down lately, let us hope it stays that way when school starts. More will come later, I am off for a nap!
I have been slacking lately again. I know you'll forgive me. I never sleep anymore, it sucks. Between work and family, I am out of 'me time'. I still have yet to add in all my links and move my pictures over, but I will get there. Austin's birthday is fast approaching, school starts next week (YAY!!!) I have no time for any of my sewing projects, and I have picked up extra shifts at work, I am saving to buy myself a new car.
My toddler is in full swing of the terrible twos. His attitude is adorable-ly rotten! He is too cute to stay mad at for long, but man he is a stinker. Gabriella is still a little Diva in so many ways, and I know it is my fault, I do spoil her. Austin has really calmed his attitude down lately, let us hope it stays that way when school starts. More will come later, I am off for a nap!
Yuck yuck yuck.
That is how I am feeling right now. I have had a nasty infection as I said before I am sure and the pain is indescribable. Terrible, like no pain I have ever felt before. SO I went yesterday to my doctor...I got the antibiotics...and while I am sure they will work...I am still in mega major terrible relentless agonzing exhausting pain. My tummy is so sick I have been bound to the bathroom all day, thanks to the meds and Tylenol. My mouth STILL hurts so bad I haven't eaten a real meal in days, I am dehydrated because it hurts to drink. Oh, and I am exhausted from mommyhood, and my job. Oh and lucky me, I get to work again tonight-thanks so much Jani for going to Cuba-not!
Gabriella was up alot last night, but she slept in till 8:30 this morning which was nice. We are slowly starting to wean her off the breast. She takes formula in a bottle once a day now, and soon we will re-introduce the dreaded sippy cup-she is not a fan. I am ready for this. I am not sad anymore about her taking a bottle before bed or when I am at work. I am proud of her for feeling ready. In a few weeks we will up it to two bottle feedings every day, then eventually to three, and so on and so forth. I figure by the end of September she will be done nursing, and shortly thereafter, ready for whole milk. My big girl. She is on chunky baby foods now, which so far so good, she eats them, some with a funny face though. SHe likes her Gerber puffs and her O's, and some treats from my plate too of course. I love her so much, it is so awesome having a daughter.
My boys are funny creatures. Normally Hunter is my good, obedient listener, and Austin is my goes-his-own-way-does-his-best-to-NOT-listen boy. Today they switched roles on me. This will get interesting I'm sure.
Gabriella was up alot last night, but she slept in till 8:30 this morning which was nice. We are slowly starting to wean her off the breast. She takes formula in a bottle once a day now, and soon we will re-introduce the dreaded sippy cup-she is not a fan. I am ready for this. I am not sad anymore about her taking a bottle before bed or when I am at work. I am proud of her for feeling ready. In a few weeks we will up it to two bottle feedings every day, then eventually to three, and so on and so forth. I figure by the end of September she will be done nursing, and shortly thereafter, ready for whole milk. My big girl. She is on chunky baby foods now, which so far so good, she eats them, some with a funny face though. SHe likes her Gerber puffs and her O's, and some treats from my plate too of course. I love her so much, it is so awesome having a daughter.
My boys are funny creatures. Normally Hunter is my good, obedient listener, and Austin is my goes-his-own-way-does-his-best-to-NOT-listen boy. Today they switched roles on me. This will get interesting I'm sure.
I WON!
I won three auctions on ebay!!! I am such a firsttimer!
One set will become my first quilt, another will be a mail bag style purse for myself, and the other will be a quilt for Gabriella. I can't wait to get started! I am so inspired by these fabrics, it's crazy. Some friends of mine reccommended these designers to me, Alli and Nomiand I am so thankful. Nothing is better than sitting at my sewing machine and stepping on that pedal with a new project between my fingers. The stress of my day, the kids complaining all melts away as my excitement to complete a project takes over. A wonderful feeling it is to hold up something you have made with your own hands and exclaim "I did it!". It helps to have an awesome hubby who takes just as much pride as you do in your accomplishments. I have neglected my sewing lately, not for lack of inspiration but rather lack of energy and time. I have a diaper bag that is halfway through getting all the pieces of fabric cut. Okay almost halfway...okay okay a third of the way...don't I feel sheepish! And to be honest I am more excited over the quilt that I will soon be starting, simply b/c I have never done one before.
Well it is off for me...I have a terrible infection in my left upper and lower jaw and ear and the pain is overwhelming. Off to the doc I go at 2pm today.
One set will become my first quilt, another will be a mail bag style purse for myself, and the other will be a quilt for Gabriella. I can't wait to get started! I am so inspired by these fabrics, it's crazy. Some friends of mine reccommended these designers to me, Alli and Nomiand I am so thankful. Nothing is better than sitting at my sewing machine and stepping on that pedal with a new project between my fingers. The stress of my day, the kids complaining all melts away as my excitement to complete a project takes over. A wonderful feeling it is to hold up something you have made with your own hands and exclaim "I did it!". It helps to have an awesome hubby who takes just as much pride as you do in your accomplishments. I have neglected my sewing lately, not for lack of inspiration but rather lack of energy and time. I have a diaper bag that is halfway through getting all the pieces of fabric cut. Okay almost halfway...okay okay a third of the way...don't I feel sheepish! And to be honest I am more excited over the quilt that I will soon be starting, simply b/c I have never done one before.
Well it is off for me...I have a terrible infection in my left upper and lower jaw and ear and the pain is overwhelming. Off to the doc I go at 2pm today.
The most wonderful time of the year
Getting ready yet??? Back to school shopping has hit, the fever has struck, us moms are stoked, not too much longer and the kids go back to school! I am excited, this will be AUstin's SK year, hopefully healthier than his JK year, and more fun (and better attendance too). And a friend I met at work is enrolling her daughters there this year too, so hip hooray, I will no longer be the only mom under thirty. I finally cracked three moms in Austin's class group, so at least a few were talking to me by the end. What snobs there are in WHitby...if you don't own your house and have 2 cars (both newer than my old beast), and dress expensive...I dress nicely, better than most do my age. And I am a good mom. But try telling the snob squad of E.A. Fairman that!
I am upset we are stuck with Mrs. Turner again this year. I did not find her to be a great teacher, she relies heavily on parents to do her job. I find she is too in to looking pretty than int o her students. I feel she judges kids, and finds things to pick about. Like my son being energetic and opinionated. He never talks back, but he does speak up when he is in disagreement, as I taught him to be. He is creative and loves art, not too crazy on gym class, and hates sitting still. But he was 4, his first year in, I didn't expect perfect behaviour. Apparently she expected him to sit still always, speak when spoken to type child. NOT my kid. And the funny thing is, she thinks he's a handful! Like I said, just wait till she gets Hunter. Now that is one strong willed, independant, adorably funny, pushy and bossy little boy. She'll see, and then she will miss Austin. She seemed to have it out for the poor kid.
On a pleasant note, we are rid of Braedon this year too! He was an SK in the JK class who is a bully and instigator. Because of him a few moms stopped coming early and letting their kids play, seeing as he is rotten and always the first kid there. And the supervising play yard teacher does not watch the kids, she is too busy chatting with other parents. He and Austin butt heads quite a bit. At first Austin went along with whatever the boy told him to do. Then when he realised that he was getting in trouble b/c of Braedon he decided to stand up for himself. Well that caused the little punk to try and physically bully him. I stop now to say this kid is about 60 lbs, and Austin is about three inches shorter, and only 37 lbs.
So next weekend it is back to school shopping for me, and the planning of Austin's fifth birthday party. He wants a pirate theme, complete with treasure hunt. We'll see!!!
I am upset we are stuck with Mrs. Turner again this year. I did not find her to be a great teacher, she relies heavily on parents to do her job. I find she is too in to looking pretty than int o her students. I feel she judges kids, and finds things to pick about. Like my son being energetic and opinionated. He never talks back, but he does speak up when he is in disagreement, as I taught him to be. He is creative and loves art, not too crazy on gym class, and hates sitting still. But he was 4, his first year in, I didn't expect perfect behaviour. Apparently she expected him to sit still always, speak when spoken to type child. NOT my kid. And the funny thing is, she thinks he's a handful! Like I said, just wait till she gets Hunter. Now that is one strong willed, independant, adorably funny, pushy and bossy little boy. She'll see, and then she will miss Austin. She seemed to have it out for the poor kid.
On a pleasant note, we are rid of Braedon this year too! He was an SK in the JK class who is a bully and instigator. Because of him a few moms stopped coming early and letting their kids play, seeing as he is rotten and always the first kid there. And the supervising play yard teacher does not watch the kids, she is too busy chatting with other parents. He and Austin butt heads quite a bit. At first Austin went along with whatever the boy told him to do. Then when he realised that he was getting in trouble b/c of Braedon he decided to stand up for himself. Well that caused the little punk to try and physically bully him. I stop now to say this kid is about 60 lbs, and Austin is about three inches shorter, and only 37 lbs.
So next weekend it is back to school shopping for me, and the planning of Austin's fifth birthday party. He wants a pirate theme, complete with treasure hunt. We'll see!!!
Great News!
The best! Raven (my cousin) is coming to town this weekend!!! I am so excited, we are great pals. Well, we used to be alot closer, but we both lead hectic lives. Today was the first time we had talked on the phone in...I can't remember the last time actually. We haven't seen each other even since Easter. I hate that she lives in Buffalo. Anyways we had a great chat, she'll be here on Saturday, and my kids are thrilled too. Gabriella is going to just love her (and vise versa) and Hunter is no longer such a putz around people he doesn't know that well, so he and her will get along great too. Austin adores her, they are best buds those two. She is great with kids. That is my awesome news. Well, that and I got a new cell phone!!! I got the LG Venusand I am in love with it-watch out world, I am getting technological on your ass!
Pooped
It has been a wee bit since I have posted much about my life. So I figured it's time, lol.
Work is a lot of fun, I can't stress that enough-I see some crazy nut jobs that just get me in stitches of laughter, some retards that are just the icing on the cake that is my job...did I mention my job is really easy? The only reason I am tired is because I work till 2:30 in the freakin morning!
My kiddos are doing wonderfully, thanks for asking. Gabriella just learned to pull herself up to standing-and she isn't even 9 months old yet! She is so quick, such a fast learner-I am sure she will walk by her birthday and be potty trained by next summer. Which is my goal by the way. I am going to start training Hunter this winter, my goal start date for him is January 1st. For Gabriella I think I will start March 1st. I think after watching her older brother for 2 months she will pick it up fast. So the exciting thought of being diaper free by next June is totally awesome, and I am sooo looking forawrd to it! Austin is stoked to be starting school again next month, I can't believe he will be five years old soon. He is mouthy and bossy, like any other 4 year old, but he is too ahead of his age sometimes in thought process-okay, alot of the time. It is like arguing with a 14 year old, I mean come on, the kid is already mastering the art of negotiation for crying out loud.
Luis is doing well, he is busy with work as usual, but I just love my nights with him, and weekends too. This Monday past was so nice, we cuddled up on the couch for a few hours and watched our kids play. It was so relaxing to just be in his arms and enjoy the moment. We are always so busy that those moments are so treasured by us. We did have a fun weekend going out and doing stuff too, but there is nothing like that feeling....ahhhh, love.
Other news in my life, my mom and step dad split up. According to her this weekend it was permanent. According to her today, maybe not, maybe just a seperation until he changes-yeah right, like that is going to happen. I wish I could say I think itwill, or I believe it is possible. But I have talked to him before about this all, and he has no desire to change. None whatsoever, even if it costs him her. He is so selfish that guy. Plus he is 63, and I am a firm believe that you can't teach an old man new tricks-just isn't going to happen. He flat out does not care about their relationship or her feelings or anything anymore. I am so nice, right? Nope, just honest. I feel for my mom, I wish her luck health and happiness-but none of those things will happen if she is with him.
And now I bet you are wondering, geez, this girl complains she has no time, is super busy, why is she still prattling on, wasting cyber space.....heehee because I can. Because these stolen moments that I take to sit here and type relieve my stress and tension. I honestly don't know what I used to do before my blog...I kept it all in I think, which is not good at all. I like getting it out. I got a new cell phone, a cool LG Venus, just wait till I figure out how to blog from it!
Work is a lot of fun, I can't stress that enough-I see some crazy nut jobs that just get me in stitches of laughter, some retards that are just the icing on the cake that is my job...did I mention my job is really easy? The only reason I am tired is because I work till 2:30 in the freakin morning!
My kiddos are doing wonderfully, thanks for asking. Gabriella just learned to pull herself up to standing-and she isn't even 9 months old yet! She is so quick, such a fast learner-I am sure she will walk by her birthday and be potty trained by next summer. Which is my goal by the way. I am going to start training Hunter this winter, my goal start date for him is January 1st. For Gabriella I think I will start March 1st. I think after watching her older brother for 2 months she will pick it up fast. So the exciting thought of being diaper free by next June is totally awesome, and I am sooo looking forawrd to it! Austin is stoked to be starting school again next month, I can't believe he will be five years old soon. He is mouthy and bossy, like any other 4 year old, but he is too ahead of his age sometimes in thought process-okay, alot of the time. It is like arguing with a 14 year old, I mean come on, the kid is already mastering the art of negotiation for crying out loud.
Luis is doing well, he is busy with work as usual, but I just love my nights with him, and weekends too. This Monday past was so nice, we cuddled up on the couch for a few hours and watched our kids play. It was so relaxing to just be in his arms and enjoy the moment. We are always so busy that those moments are so treasured by us. We did have a fun weekend going out and doing stuff too, but there is nothing like that feeling....ahhhh, love.
Other news in my life, my mom and step dad split up. According to her this weekend it was permanent. According to her today, maybe not, maybe just a seperation until he changes-yeah right, like that is going to happen. I wish I could say I think itwill, or I believe it is possible. But I have talked to him before about this all, and he has no desire to change. None whatsoever, even if it costs him her. He is so selfish that guy. Plus he is 63, and I am a firm believe that you can't teach an old man new tricks-just isn't going to happen. He flat out does not care about their relationship or her feelings or anything anymore. I am so nice, right? Nope, just honest. I feel for my mom, I wish her luck health and happiness-but none of those things will happen if she is with him.
And now I bet you are wondering, geez, this girl complains she has no time, is super busy, why is she still prattling on, wasting cyber space.....heehee because I can. Because these stolen moments that I take to sit here and type relieve my stress and tension. I honestly don't know what I used to do before my blog...I kept it all in I think, which is not good at all. I like getting it out. I got a new cell phone, a cool LG Venus, just wait till I figure out how to blog from it!
Ayiyiy!
I am sooo tired! I love my new job, it is verrrry entertaining to say the least. It is nice to get out and see other adults, and to feel like I am contributing to our family's well being. Luis and I have even had more passion lately, I may be tired more yes, but refreshed at the same time, I guess because I am getting time out now to be a woman and not just a mother. I like the people I work with even, save for one or two. But I tell ya, doing two eight hour nights in a row...that puts me at 23 hours awake and going going going, 3 hour of sleep, then 23 hours going going going, then FINALLY I get to sleep again. Hence the title of this post.
I am lucky though today my mama came over to play with the kids and give me a break-I got to zone out and sprawled on my couch after a nice hot shower. Tonight I am so going to bed at 8pm. And Thursday night she is taking the boys for a joint sleepover so that Friday I can sleep when GG sleeps (Thursday being my next shift, lol). PLUS, awesome woman she is, she is going to come over after the kids all go to bed on Saturday night and Luis and I are going on a date!!!
I am lucky though today my mama came over to play with the kids and give me a break-I got to zone out and sprawled on my couch after a nice hot shower. Tonight I am so going to bed at 8pm. And Thursday night she is taking the boys for a joint sleepover so that Friday I can sleep when GG sleeps (Thursday being my next shift, lol). PLUS, awesome woman she is, she is going to come over after the kids all go to bed on Saturday night and Luis and I are going on a date!!!
Thanks Heavens it is Thursday
Cause I am soooo looking forward to going to work tonight. I am at the end of my rapidly fraying rope. Yesterday was nothing but stress. And then today, after a night of tossing and turning, I get up to Hunter-Gabriel-child from hell. He is up to his usual spitting out of milk EVERYWHERE. I am so sick of the smell of milk and having to scrub my floor all day and change him into 50 different outfits and an extra load of wash because of it! I have chastised, yelled, time outed, spanked...I don't know what else to do. I don't get WHY he does it, cause the moment i catch him he sits on his bum and starts wimpering, cause he knows he is in trouble. I am frustrated with that.
And then for days now I have had someone* tell me, more than once, that they could do a much better job raising my kids, and that my kids would never act up if said person* was the one raising them. This from someone who only had TWO kids-that were 7 years apart! I laugh out of frustration, and think to myself "ha, I remember what you were like, you never played with me, never did much of anything with me once my baby brother was born! You never had patience, so don't preach at me." The other half of me is arrogant and thinks "yeah right lady, let's see you do what I do all day long, let's see if you can survive 3 kids under 5 years old. "
I do my best most of the time. But then comes one week every six weeks where I have had enough. I don't want to hear crying and complaining and the 'i wants' and 'he did this and he did that....' I don't want to change another diaper, or soothe a screaming kid. Sometimes, as much as I do love my kids very much, I want to run away. Not forever, just for a vacation. I want to sit on a sandy beach and worry about nothing but tan lines. I want a bottomless drink and to watch the sun rise and set in quiet. I want to sleep in till noon, and wake up to a mani pedi and a facial, wihile being served fruit by a half naked exotic excessively almost illegaly gorgeous muscle man. I love my children. That is the mantra I repeat in this, my week of hormonal hell. I will feel better in a few more days. For now....let me be miserable in peace please, let me make it through my misery without comments from those who as much as they care are really clueless indeed.
And then for days now I have had someone* tell me, more than once, that they could do a much better job raising my kids, and that my kids would never act up if said person* was the one raising them. This from someone who only had TWO kids-that were 7 years apart! I laugh out of frustration, and think to myself "ha, I remember what you were like, you never played with me, never did much of anything with me once my baby brother was born! You never had patience, so don't preach at me." The other half of me is arrogant and thinks "yeah right lady, let's see you do what I do all day long, let's see if you can survive 3 kids under 5 years old. "
I do my best most of the time. But then comes one week every six weeks where I have had enough. I don't want to hear crying and complaining and the 'i wants' and 'he did this and he did that....' I don't want to change another diaper, or soothe a screaming kid. Sometimes, as much as I do love my kids very much, I want to run away. Not forever, just for a vacation. I want to sit on a sandy beach and worry about nothing but tan lines. I want a bottomless drink and to watch the sun rise and set in quiet. I want to sleep in till noon, and wake up to a mani pedi and a facial, wihile being served fruit by a half naked exotic excessively almost illegaly gorgeous muscle man. I love my children. That is the mantra I repeat in this, my week of hormonal hell. I will feel better in a few more days. For now....let me be miserable in peace please, let me make it through my misery without comments from those who as much as they care are really clueless indeed.
GODDAMMIT!
Oh what a day what a day. I am so stressed out today.
My retard neighbour downstairs complained to my landlords about my kids noise. My kids are 4 and almost 2 and 8 months old. Anyways. My landlords called me today to tell me to buy a new carpet to help with the noise and to keep my kids quiet or I will have to move...are you fucking kidding me??? First off, they can't do that. Second, this is news to me! I told thebroad, if my kids are running too much and it bothers you, come tell ME so that I can help them keep it down to a dull roar. Nice of me eh?
So I went downstairs and tore her a new one. She told them we are up pounding on the fllors till 10pm. BULLSHIT, only 1 night in 1 year did that happen-this past Saturday b/c I had out of town guests with children here. I called her on it.
Then I called landlord and tenant people./ See the carpet in the main room was making my kids sick. I had asked them to remove it and replace it. Deborah refused, said they couldn't afford it. Yeah, well I can't afford $300 in medication every month. So we asked Dave on Canada Day weekend and he said fine go ahead, just put down rugs until they can afford to replace it all. No problem, Luis said he would do it the next day.
NOW the dumb bitch is trying to say her hubby never said that, he said we had to wait till he talked to her. NOT RUE! He said FINE since it was going to cost them nothing right now. Stupid liar went and told his wife a different story cause she got mad at him. Anyways he has been here at least 3 times since it was removed and said nothing negative, just that it looked and smelled so much better. My kids have been healthy ever since it has been gone.
So now that there is noise I called landlord and tenant people and THEY said to file a form, THEY HAVE to replace it, THEY CAN"T evict us do to children running and playing, and THEY HAVE to reimburse us for the area rugs.
Anywho then I called them back, but only to tell them that I went downstairs and wokred it out with the girl. Well Deborah answers and starts telling me I 'destroyed her property' and that I had no right, it doesn't matter if the carpet made my kids sick, that is NOT their problem, when in actuality, yes, it is! That if it was making my kids sick I should just move. AND that they want ME to pay for the replacement of the carpet.
PURE BULLSHIT. SO now I have to go tomorrow and file the papers, I already printed them out and filled it all in. But I think this is ridiculous. And I am mad-don't try to screw me. I have been so easy going, especially about the bathroom, which the floor in there is so rotten now that when you step on it your feet sink in. Oh and did I mention the patch job he did over the moldy wall??? Just wait!
My retard neighbour downstairs complained to my landlords about my kids noise. My kids are 4 and almost 2 and 8 months old. Anyways. My landlords called me today to tell me to buy a new carpet to help with the noise and to keep my kids quiet or I will have to move...are you fucking kidding me??? First off, they can't do that. Second, this is news to me! I told thebroad, if my kids are running too much and it bothers you, come tell ME so that I can help them keep it down to a dull roar. Nice of me eh?
So I went downstairs and tore her a new one. She told them we are up pounding on the fllors till 10pm. BULLSHIT, only 1 night in 1 year did that happen-this past Saturday b/c I had out of town guests with children here. I called her on it.
Then I called landlord and tenant people./ See the carpet in the main room was making my kids sick. I had asked them to remove it and replace it. Deborah refused, said they couldn't afford it. Yeah, well I can't afford $300 in medication every month. So we asked Dave on Canada Day weekend and he said fine go ahead, just put down rugs until they can afford to replace it all. No problem, Luis said he would do it the next day.
NOW the dumb bitch is trying to say her hubby never said that, he said we had to wait till he talked to her. NOT RUE! He said FINE since it was going to cost them nothing right now. Stupid liar went and told his wife a different story cause she got mad at him. Anyways he has been here at least 3 times since it was removed and said nothing negative, just that it looked and smelled so much better. My kids have been healthy ever since it has been gone.
So now that there is noise I called landlord and tenant people and THEY said to file a form, THEY HAVE to replace it, THEY CAN"T evict us do to children running and playing, and THEY HAVE to reimburse us for the area rugs.
Anywho then I called them back, but only to tell them that I went downstairs and wokred it out with the girl. Well Deborah answers and starts telling me I 'destroyed her property' and that I had no right, it doesn't matter if the carpet made my kids sick, that is NOT their problem, when in actuality, yes, it is! That if it was making my kids sick I should just move. AND that they want ME to pay for the replacement of the carpet.
PURE BULLSHIT. SO now I have to go tomorrow and file the papers, I already printed them out and filled it all in. But I think this is ridiculous. And I am mad-don't try to screw me. I have been so easy going, especially about the bathroom, which the floor in there is so rotten now that when you step on it your feet sink in. Oh and did I mention the patch job he did over the moldy wall??? Just wait!
Twas a good night
but today I am exhausted!!! I had my first night of work last night. I did well in tips, I had a great night, late as it was for me. By the time I got home and unwound it was 3am! But the money was really good. The guys were pretty good too, better behaved than I expected. And the best part of all? I came home to a VERY clean house. FInally! Luis FINALLY pitched in around here. On the weekends when I do my big clean he helps out, but not overly much. He just makes himself look busy, know what I mean? Last night he did it all, except for laundry and a few other things. Now mind you Austin was in bed when I left, and Hunter and GG were only going to be up for another hour at most. So he did it all while they were asleep-if I had it that way I could get it all done that fast too!
THOSE People.
ARRRRRGGGHHHH!
Whew, feels great to get that off my chest. Wondering what has me all irritable? An American. One of those Americans.
I find nothing as irritating as self righteous Americans who always think that they and their points of view on the way this world works is right. I am sick of Americans who think that their way of life is perfect. Hellloooo can we say 'George Bush'??? Need I say more?
On a message board I belong to we were discussing healthcare. There are few Canadians and MANY Americans on this board. Most had the common courtesy to ask questions about our healthcare. Others made judgements. WHich I was offended by but did not voice that. Part of me was dying to say this:
"Stupid American, we are nieghbours, we up here are taught about you guys down there, but you guys know nothing about our way of life!"
But I knew better. That was just the irritated me talking, best to tone it down and not speak out of anger. So I posted my true opinion on healthcare here vs. there. That is all. I stated that it was MY opinion, meaning not me trying to say who is right and who is wrong. Well don't you know it, miss Mighty Britches got 'offended'. Puh-lease. Get over it! I am ALLOWED to disagree with you, I am ALLOWED to state my opinion. And OF COURSE she is jumping on me-she didn't once jump on an opinionated American! ALl because what-she works in healthcare over there so she is offended??? On what grounds, you retred, read it again I said nothing offensive! But of course, I kept my next reply polite. I was in another thread about the same subject and THAT was when I got offended. THis broad has talked to ONE person, who gave a totally disillusioned point of view, and that is ALL she had to back her opinion up. Get real! That's it??? And it wasn't even valid!
Again, this attitude coming from a someone whose country is always at war with somebody, a country who won't stand for being invaded and having their own killed, yet day after day send their own overseas to kill and be killed-for SEVEN YEARS! A country where you go broke trying to keep your family healthy. I mean come on, all is well in the upper, maybe even middle class, but what about the middle-lower and lower classes??? How are they supposed to stay healthy AND out of debt. Be realistic. And what our doctors over here are somehow worse than in the USA b/c we have free healthcare??? How often here I ask you, do you hear of malpractise suits? And in the USA? I rest my case.
SOME people need to stop being so foolish. At least I have been in the US, been in their hospitals, and am educated enough on the topic at hand to make a valid argument, and an informed opinion. SOME people have no business even speaking. And really, if I had wanted any shit from you, I'd have squeezed your head!
Oh and by the way:
George Bush.
Need I say more?
Whew, feels great to get that off my chest. Wondering what has me all irritable? An American. One of those Americans.
I find nothing as irritating as self righteous Americans who always think that they and their points of view on the way this world works is right. I am sick of Americans who think that their way of life is perfect. Hellloooo can we say 'George Bush'??? Need I say more?
On a message board I belong to we were discussing healthcare. There are few Canadians and MANY Americans on this board. Most had the common courtesy to ask questions about our healthcare. Others made judgements. WHich I was offended by but did not voice that. Part of me was dying to say this:
"Stupid American, we are nieghbours, we up here are taught about you guys down there, but you guys know nothing about our way of life!"
But I knew better. That was just the irritated me talking, best to tone it down and not speak out of anger. So I posted my true opinion on healthcare here vs. there. That is all. I stated that it was MY opinion, meaning not me trying to say who is right and who is wrong. Well don't you know it, miss Mighty Britches got 'offended'. Puh-lease. Get over it! I am ALLOWED to disagree with you, I am ALLOWED to state my opinion. And OF COURSE she is jumping on me-she didn't once jump on an opinionated American! ALl because what-she works in healthcare over there so she is offended??? On what grounds, you retred, read it again I said nothing offensive! But of course, I kept my next reply polite. I was in another thread about the same subject and THAT was when I got offended. THis broad has talked to ONE person, who gave a totally disillusioned point of view, and that is ALL she had to back her opinion up. Get real! That's it??? And it wasn't even valid!
Again, this attitude coming from a someone whose country is always at war with somebody, a country who won't stand for being invaded and having their own killed, yet day after day send their own overseas to kill and be killed-for SEVEN YEARS! A country where you go broke trying to keep your family healthy. I mean come on, all is well in the upper, maybe even middle class, but what about the middle-lower and lower classes??? How are they supposed to stay healthy AND out of debt. Be realistic. And what our doctors over here are somehow worse than in the USA b/c we have free healthcare??? How often here I ask you, do you hear of malpractise suits? And in the USA? I rest my case.
SOME people need to stop being so foolish. At least I have been in the US, been in their hospitals, and am educated enough on the topic at hand to make a valid argument, and an informed opinion. SOME people have no business even speaking. And really, if I had wanted any shit from you, I'd have squeezed your head!
Oh and by the way:
George Bush.
Need I say more?
The best day in 2008!
Adrienne came yesterday! And it was indeed the best day of 2008 so far. We had our 'yearly' visit. It was so much fun. I ran to hug her when they got here. We played outside for a few, the boys had been cooped up in the van for awhile, so they needed to blow off some energy. Then it was juice and snack time. They played really well and Hunter woke up from his nap early to join in the fun!
Then they had lunch and after which we took them back outside-no way were they getting to eat freezies indoors, lol. So the four boys had a blast, Adrienne and I sat with Gabrielle (and Luis too!) and watched, snapping pictures and taking videos of as much as we could. We Bush bashed and discussed politics and doctors, lol, us style, no holds barred. We watched Luis be a Cuban Merri-Go-Round for the boys. Poor Canadian entertainment-the best kind! They got soaked in the pool and Spongebob sprinkler-best 12 bucks I ever spent, I have to say. Luis soaked me with the hose, but he was no match for Adrienne. The boys were caked in mud and grass, so in they went for a group shower. Then they dried off and played, watched movies in the boys' room, and had dinner. Luis cooked for us all, he was so sweet to play host so I could just enjoy hanging out with my best friend. We had an awesome steak dinner by the way, followed by MORE coffee, some buttertarts, and of course, topped off with Vex. Which of course made me giggle. My boys went to bed, as did GG and then A's boys and I mastered the DoddlePro-which I rock at, have to brag. Her boys crash and I mean CRASHED.
It was an awesome day, great memories, and a great time. I miss her already, and she has been gone for 13 hours!
Then they had lunch and after which we took them back outside-no way were they getting to eat freezies indoors, lol. So the four boys had a blast, Adrienne and I sat with Gabrielle (and Luis too!) and watched, snapping pictures and taking videos of as much as we could. We Bush bashed and discussed politics and doctors, lol, us style, no holds barred. We watched Luis be a Cuban Merri-Go-Round for the boys. Poor Canadian entertainment-the best kind! They got soaked in the pool and Spongebob sprinkler-best 12 bucks I ever spent, I have to say. Luis soaked me with the hose, but he was no match for Adrienne. The boys were caked in mud and grass, so in they went for a group shower. Then they dried off and played, watched movies in the boys' room, and had dinner. Luis cooked for us all, he was so sweet to play host so I could just enjoy hanging out with my best friend. We had an awesome steak dinner by the way, followed by MORE coffee, some buttertarts, and of course, topped off with Vex. Which of course made me giggle. My boys went to bed, as did GG and then A's boys and I mastered the DoddlePro-which I rock at, have to brag. Her boys crash and I mean CRASHED.
It was an awesome day, great memories, and a great time. I miss her already, and she has been gone for 13 hours!
Sinking in...
In 9 sleeps my baby boy turns 2 years old. Two, already. It still feels like last month I was off to the hospital to have him. I sat last night and went through his 1st year scrapbook album. He has grown and changed so much. It breaks my heart. He is still my little love, with his lovey blanket in hand almost all the time. He talks alot, most of it I understand though there is still toddler babble. I will be sad when he loses the toddler babble, it is one of my most favorite stages. I love to sit and listen to all his little stories that he loves to tell me. His favorite show is In the Night Garden, he LOVES all things pasta, he does NOT like avacados at all, or raisins. He loves to give hugs and kisses. He makes the coolest facial expressions-he has so many, more than most adults. He is strong willed and independant. And he melts my heart and makes me so happy. I can be so sad and down and one smile from him and I am whole. I love my little miracle boy so very much.
I was on another blog today...
One that I am a frequent haunter of. The woman's name is Heather Bailey and I can't get enough! I love her blog, I love her fabric lines...the list goes on. I would love an afternoon tea with her and permission to pick her brain. Anyways, she used this quote today and it made me stop and think:
"To laugh often and love much; to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children; to earn the approbation of honest citizens and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to give of one's self; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to have played and laughed with enthusiasm and sung with exultation; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived - this is to have succeeded."-- Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)
Wow. Doesn't that just take your breathe away? It really made me stop to think-infact I read it over a few times. My favorite part is "to have played and laughed with enthusiasm and sung with exultation".
My goal tomorrow is exactly that.
Change
Lots of stuff going on in my world lately. My baby boy now sleeps on the bottom bunk and Austin on the top-yup, we got them bukbeds, and they couldn't be happier. Gabrielle is a fulltime crawler and sitter who gets all over the house on her own now-I have even lost her a few times, her fav place to hang is UNDER the bunkbeds!
Luis and I are doing well, we still have our spats, but we are over it before bedtime-we never go to bed angry or apart. I am getting out and walking every morning with my nieghbour Cynthia which is great for me and the kids. My bestest bud is coming to town on Saturday and I am DYING for Saturday to come, it just isn't coming fast enough! Our home is getting in shape too, I am no longer being a pack rat and am purging all my junk I have collected over the years. I sound so old, 'over the years'. You'd never know I am only 23. My hair is no longer blonde, I went back to dark dark dark. It suits me better now, and Luis loves it, so that's all that matters-he has to look at it, not me, lol.
My sewing is a hit, I have my webstore up now, I am very proud of myself. I have secured a table at two craft shows this fall so let's hope I sell lots and make some extra cash. I want to go to Niagra Falls for my birthday so I am going to put the money towards that. I have never seen the Falls.
I really should be in my kitchen right now. I am going to go through my cupboards and purge I have decided-that will be my big job today. Luis has to work late this week so I need tokeep busy. I still miss him like we are a new couple. He is my best friend, my partner in crime, so it sucks not having him around as much. But the money he is making is nice, it will be put toward debt, our wedding, and maybe a trip to Ontario Place with the kiddos.
Well my friends, I must sign off for the day. Or at least for now. Time to get to work in the ktichen while Hunter is asleep and outta my hair! He is so much like his daddy it's not funny.
Luis and I are doing well, we still have our spats, but we are over it before bedtime-we never go to bed angry or apart. I am getting out and walking every morning with my nieghbour Cynthia which is great for me and the kids. My bestest bud is coming to town on Saturday and I am DYING for Saturday to come, it just isn't coming fast enough! Our home is getting in shape too, I am no longer being a pack rat and am purging all my junk I have collected over the years. I sound so old, 'over the years'. You'd never know I am only 23. My hair is no longer blonde, I went back to dark dark dark. It suits me better now, and Luis loves it, so that's all that matters-he has to look at it, not me, lol.
My sewing is a hit, I have my webstore up now, I am very proud of myself. I have secured a table at two craft shows this fall so let's hope I sell lots and make some extra cash. I want to go to Niagra Falls for my birthday so I am going to put the money towards that. I have never seen the Falls.
I really should be in my kitchen right now. I am going to go through my cupboards and purge I have decided-that will be my big job today. Luis has to work late this week so I need tokeep busy. I still miss him like we are a new couple. He is my best friend, my partner in crime, so it sucks not having him around as much. But the money he is making is nice, it will be put toward debt, our wedding, and maybe a trip to Ontario Place with the kiddos.
Well my friends, I must sign off for the day. Or at least for now. Time to get to work in the ktichen while Hunter is asleep and outta my hair! He is so much like his daddy it's not funny.
Drama
There has been some recently. Thankfully not directly affecting me, but rather indirectly. You see, just a few months ago a couple moved in downstairs. WIll shall call them Joe and Jane.
Joe and Jane would fight every so often, the loud yelling kind of fights. No big deal, everyone goes through that stage. Then on Saturday Joe lost his cool over something small. He blew up at Jane. After a half hour of screaming at her he threatened to hit her-and then left. Jane came up to chat withmee, I went down to get her, figured she may need a shoulder and an ear. Joe came back. Jane made arrangements with a friend to go there for the night, but had to go downstairs to get her shoes and purse. We agreed if it got loud I would come down and help her exit.
It got loud. Very loud. And then I heard Joe hit her. More than once and very hard. I ran downstairs and rang the bell. He was swearing at her and hitting and she was hollering in pain. She came to the door but he wouldn't let her leave. She asked me to call the cops, I warned him I would-he didn't care, said go ahead. Cocky SOB. So I ran upstairs and dialed 911.
They came in 5 minutes, thank god, cause the moment I came back upstairs the fighting started all over again. He was arrested. He spent a few nights in jail in Lindsay. I never hated the guy. I was put off when I was talking to him a few times and he threatened to hit any kid that touched his car. But I never had anything against him. I have no respect for men that hit women. And I think he should get jail time. He is out on bail and as it turns out he has had 6 years worth of 911 calls on him, all of which were played at his bail hearing. So much against him that his bail is 10, 000 dollars and his parents had to post them selves as assurance. He can't go anywhere but to work and from work without them. I do feel he is a danger to women, he has hit quite a few and has no remorse. He is manipulative and is very good at hiding his dark side from others. He is a text book case of the guy that starts of sweet, isolates you from friends, gets your family on his side and against you, all the while you suffer emotional and mental abuse. Then the physical abuse starts. One day I would not be surprised if he killed someone.
Women beware of Barry Bryans.
Joe and Jane would fight every so often, the loud yelling kind of fights. No big deal, everyone goes through that stage. Then on Saturday Joe lost his cool over something small. He blew up at Jane. After a half hour of screaming at her he threatened to hit her-and then left. Jane came up to chat withmee, I went down to get her, figured she may need a shoulder and an ear. Joe came back. Jane made arrangements with a friend to go there for the night, but had to go downstairs to get her shoes and purse. We agreed if it got loud I would come down and help her exit.
It got loud. Very loud. And then I heard Joe hit her. More than once and very hard. I ran downstairs and rang the bell. He was swearing at her and hitting and she was hollering in pain. She came to the door but he wouldn't let her leave. She asked me to call the cops, I warned him I would-he didn't care, said go ahead. Cocky SOB. So I ran upstairs and dialed 911.
They came in 5 minutes, thank god, cause the moment I came back upstairs the fighting started all over again. He was arrested. He spent a few nights in jail in Lindsay. I never hated the guy. I was put off when I was talking to him a few times and he threatened to hit any kid that touched his car. But I never had anything against him. I have no respect for men that hit women. And I think he should get jail time. He is out on bail and as it turns out he has had 6 years worth of 911 calls on him, all of which were played at his bail hearing. So much against him that his bail is 10, 000 dollars and his parents had to post them selves as assurance. He can't go anywhere but to work and from work without them. I do feel he is a danger to women, he has hit quite a few and has no remorse. He is manipulative and is very good at hiding his dark side from others. He is a text book case of the guy that starts of sweet, isolates you from friends, gets your family on his side and against you, all the while you suffer emotional and mental abuse. Then the physical abuse starts. One day I would not be surprised if he killed someone.
Women beware of Barry Bryans.
me mosaic
I got this from a friend's blog. You answer the questions and then follow the steps at the end. I wanted to make a 'me mosaic' too!
1. What is your first name? I searched Krissmas
2. What is your favorite food?Right now I love Buttertarts!
3. Now the original question was "what high school you attended", but I chose to change it to "Where did you go to school?" St. Stephen's
4. What is your favorite color? Everyone knows it is pink
5. Who is your celebrity crush? oooo Johnny Depp
6. Favorite drink? Strawberry daquiris
7. Dream vacation? I would love to go to Cienfuegos Cuba where Luis is from
8. Favorite dessert? CUPCAKES!!!
9. What did you want to be when you grew up? A photographer.
10. What do you love most in life? my babies
11. What is one word to describe you? Zen.
12. Your flickr name. OK, so I don't have a flickr name. I just searched De Soto since that is what my married name will be soon enough-a combination of Luis' and my last namesAnyway, if you'd like to make your own "me mosaic", please do so!! It was lots of fun! Here are the directions, pretty much copied and pasted from Kimmie's blog:a. Type your answer to each of the questions below into Flickr Search.b. Using only the first page, pick an image.c. Copy and paste each of the URLs for the images into fd’s mosaic maker. (You'll probably need to open this in a separate window so you can go back and forth.)
1. What is your first name? I searched Krissmas
2. What is your favorite food?Right now I love Buttertarts!
3. Now the original question was "what high school you attended", but I chose to change it to "Where did you go to school?" St. Stephen's
4. What is your favorite color? Everyone knows it is pink
5. Who is your celebrity crush? oooo Johnny Depp
6. Favorite drink? Strawberry daquiris
7. Dream vacation? I would love to go to Cienfuegos Cuba where Luis is from
8. Favorite dessert? CUPCAKES!!!
9. What did you want to be when you grew up? A photographer.
10. What do you love most in life? my babies
11. What is one word to describe you? Zen.
12. Your flickr name. OK, so I don't have a flickr name. I just searched De Soto since that is what my married name will be soon enough-a combination of Luis' and my last namesAnyway, if you'd like to make your own "me mosaic", please do so!! It was lots of fun! Here are the directions, pretty much copied and pasted from Kimmie's blog:a. Type your answer to each of the questions below into Flickr Search.b. Using only the first page, pick an image.c. Copy and paste each of the URLs for the images into fd’s mosaic maker. (You'll probably need to open this in a separate window so you can go back and forth.)
The Big Boy Bed
So it happened.
Yesterday Luis spent the day re decorating our boys' room. Austin is in a twin and Hunter had his crib in there, they had their dresser and ALL their toys. But we hadn't really done anything with their room yet. So Luis painted the bottom third of the wall this awesome shade of blue I picked out and we put up a nice sprt themed border. I got new bedding for Austin all sporty, and we got them a clock and some pictures. Now we had been tossing around the idea of when to get Hunter in a big boy bed. Yesterday I decided was THE day. So I demo'd his crib.
Now here I shall inform everyone just how heartbroken poor Luis was. See I have been through this, with Austin, months and months of bed training with him. This is Luis' first time. It was too sweet how sentimental he got. And I figured since Austin is gone till Thursday this is the perfect time to start the process.
Last night I put Hunter to bed in Austin's bed, seeing as it is familiar and I put a Fisher Price rail up for safety. He got right out and knocked on his door upset. I layed him back down and assured him he was okay, that he was a big boy. 3 minuteds later he was bawling for me. So I grabbed my knitting and went and layed next to him. He was nervous for sure, but not too much. He didn't toss and turn and talk or even try to get out. He simply layed there watching me knit. Exactly 30 minutes later he was fast asleep. He still hadn't even rolled over or anything. I waited another 10 minutes and I left the room. I convinced Luis he was oksy and safe and he came in to check on him. Poor guy was up every hour checking on him. Hunter did so well, he slept right throught till 7:45 this morning.
Now today naptime arrived. We had already been for our morning walk and play at the park so he was tired. I took him in, the shoes and sock came off and I lay him in the big boy bed. I told him softly that he must go to sleep and NOT get out, that he was a big boy now. Ten minutes went by and I hadn't heard a peep. I snuck in to peek at him and he was fast asleep, and he literally had not moved an inch from where I had lay him down.
Magically it has happened. My baby boy has become a big boy, a baby no longer. In 24 days he will be 2 years old. I watch him sleep and it amazes me, how this sweet boy has changed my life, brought me so much happiness and joy. He has grown so much from a screaming infant who did nothing but cry for months into a beautiful loving soul. He is one of my best friends. I thank my lucky stars everyday that I get to be in his life, that I get to watch him grow and learn.
Yesterday Luis spent the day re decorating our boys' room. Austin is in a twin and Hunter had his crib in there, they had their dresser and ALL their toys. But we hadn't really done anything with their room yet. So Luis painted the bottom third of the wall this awesome shade of blue I picked out and we put up a nice sprt themed border. I got new bedding for Austin all sporty, and we got them a clock and some pictures. Now we had been tossing around the idea of when to get Hunter in a big boy bed. Yesterday I decided was THE day. So I demo'd his crib.
Now here I shall inform everyone just how heartbroken poor Luis was. See I have been through this, with Austin, months and months of bed training with him. This is Luis' first time. It was too sweet how sentimental he got. And I figured since Austin is gone till Thursday this is the perfect time to start the process.
Last night I put Hunter to bed in Austin's bed, seeing as it is familiar and I put a Fisher Price rail up for safety. He got right out and knocked on his door upset. I layed him back down and assured him he was okay, that he was a big boy. 3 minuteds later he was bawling for me. So I grabbed my knitting and went and layed next to him. He was nervous for sure, but not too much. He didn't toss and turn and talk or even try to get out. He simply layed there watching me knit. Exactly 30 minutes later he was fast asleep. He still hadn't even rolled over or anything. I waited another 10 minutes and I left the room. I convinced Luis he was oksy and safe and he came in to check on him. Poor guy was up every hour checking on him. Hunter did so well, he slept right throught till 7:45 this morning.
Now today naptime arrived. We had already been for our morning walk and play at the park so he was tired. I took him in, the shoes and sock came off and I lay him in the big boy bed. I told him softly that he must go to sleep and NOT get out, that he was a big boy now. Ten minutes went by and I hadn't heard a peep. I snuck in to peek at him and he was fast asleep, and he literally had not moved an inch from where I had lay him down.
Magically it has happened. My baby boy has become a big boy, a baby no longer. In 24 days he will be 2 years old. I watch him sleep and it amazes me, how this sweet boy has changed my life, brought me so much happiness and joy. He has grown so much from a screaming infant who did nothing but cry for months into a beautiful loving soul. He is one of my best friends. I thank my lucky stars everyday that I get to be in his life, that I get to watch him grow and learn.
the feeling that I felt today. A year ago this morning I was leaving the hospital after a looong night with my girl whom I lovingly refer to as Lala, the name my son gave her. She gave birth to her sweetheart daughter Jaquelle after hours of labour and pain. I came back later in the day to see her again-I was in love. You see Ihave never been there for the birth of someone else's baby-Heck, I slept through the birth of my own. So it is amazing to sit with that child in your arms a year later and think "wow, I was outside your door the moment you joined us, the moment you took your first breathe I was with the crowd in amazement, waiting for your first cry. And now a year later I hold you in celebration of your birth, of the wonderfully amazing things you have learned and accomplished in your first year of life."
The feeling of love and protectiveness astounded me. Who knew I could feel this way about a child other than my own? I was overcome with emotion and reminded myself not to cry. Her mama was my best friend, my sister for so long, and though we have grown apart as we start our own families...I feel the love for the piece of her I see in her daughter. Happy Birthday Jaquelle, I will always be here to look out for you, you have stolen my heart.
The feeling of love and protectiveness astounded me. Who knew I could feel this way about a child other than my own? I was overcome with emotion and reminded myself not to cry. Her mama was my best friend, my sister for so long, and though we have grown apart as we start our own families...I feel the love for the piece of her I see in her daughter. Happy Birthday Jaquelle, I will always be here to look out for you, you have stolen my heart.
Today is going to be hot and sticky, but the morning is so nice. Gabrielle and I snuggled together as we watched the sun warm up our street, cup of yummy coffee in hand-courtesy of my sweet Luis, who gets me a pot brewing when he wakes up-and my favorite little girl in my arms. It doesn't get any better people.
Then I went on Upside Down, my favorite message board, and my best friend posted the sweetest little poem I have read yet. And the line that caught me good was "You are too Blessed to be Stressed". How true is taht. I stress out easily, I have lots of stressful issues in my life, things that are not in my control. This weekend I have decided that I am going to paint that saying on the wall across from my bed, so I wake up and fall asleep to it. Maybe it will help, maybe not, but I know it will put a smile on my face every time.
Thanks Adrienne.
Then I went on Upside Down, my favorite message board, and my best friend posted the sweetest little poem I have read yet. And the line that caught me good was "You are too Blessed to be Stressed". How true is taht. I stress out easily, I have lots of stressful issues in my life, things that are not in my control. This weekend I have decided that I am going to paint that saying on the wall across from my bed, so I wake up and fall asleep to it. Maybe it will help, maybe not, but I know it will put a smile on my face every time.
Thanks Adrienne.
Rain rain go away...
Or hurry up and come and cool us off! I have been waiting all day for the rain to start, to kill off the humidity that drives me to the edge of sanity where I dangle so dangerously close to falling off. Cranky am I as I sweat with the heat wave and die pathetically of an unquenchable thirst.
The rain came. The rain was gone 15 minutes later and left the world even hotter than before.
Wicked weather proves to create a wickedly hormonal wench on the rampage. My patience for stupidity was never great and now even less as parts of my mind start to snap, the part that had tact and kept my mouth close as it should be for some things has loosened up its properly tight grip and verbal diarrhea pours out of me like a raging river to the sea, unstoppable and powerful. I anger so easily and as my haughty temper flares, the bitch in me rears her ugly head and the things that come out would put satan herself to shame.
I let a woman feel and carry the brunt of that anger today. I was shameless and remain so. Drunk of the feeling of rightful indignation led me to let a woman know exactly what is though of her and for good reason. A woman who has taunted myself and many with nast remarks and piousness. No, it is not I who should feel shame. A person such as that needs to be brought to humility, and while there are those out there who did infact find my words and terms to be arrogant and cruel need to take a second look around, from another perspective. Long have we sat back and allowed a foolish woman say her piece time and time again, cut people down, pass judgement where it was never her place to, act cruely towards those underserving it. A woman who, for no reasons but her own, is obviously bitter and resentful, obviously did not have the proper upbringing, and whose children will most likely though unfortunately grow up to resent her. One who judges everyone around her but is to afraid to point that judgemental finger at herself, to lay that unrelenting scrutizing eye on her own life and choices. So no, I have no shame for what I said. Truly I do not believe I was so terrible, not an ogre of any sort, rather an honest person who for a time may be reviewed as a witch yet so be it. It has been printed, spoken of sorts, and cannot be undone. Hopefully the point was recieved.
The rain came. The rain was gone 15 minutes later and left the world even hotter than before.
Wicked weather proves to create a wickedly hormonal wench on the rampage. My patience for stupidity was never great and now even less as parts of my mind start to snap, the part that had tact and kept my mouth close as it should be for some things has loosened up its properly tight grip and verbal diarrhea pours out of me like a raging river to the sea, unstoppable and powerful. I anger so easily and as my haughty temper flares, the bitch in me rears her ugly head and the things that come out would put satan herself to shame.
I let a woman feel and carry the brunt of that anger today. I was shameless and remain so. Drunk of the feeling of rightful indignation led me to let a woman know exactly what is though of her and for good reason. A woman who has taunted myself and many with nast remarks and piousness. No, it is not I who should feel shame. A person such as that needs to be brought to humility, and while there are those out there who did infact find my words and terms to be arrogant and cruel need to take a second look around, from another perspective. Long have we sat back and allowed a foolish woman say her piece time and time again, cut people down, pass judgement where it was never her place to, act cruely towards those underserving it. A woman who, for no reasons but her own, is obviously bitter and resentful, obviously did not have the proper upbringing, and whose children will most likely though unfortunately grow up to resent her. One who judges everyone around her but is to afraid to point that judgemental finger at herself, to lay that unrelenting scrutizing eye on her own life and choices. So no, I have no shame for what I said. Truly I do not believe I was so terrible, not an ogre of any sort, rather an honest person who for a time may be reviewed as a witch yet so be it. It has been printed, spoken of sorts, and cannot be undone. Hopefully the point was recieved.
It is wayyyy too early for this...
After countless cups of coffee I am still not awake. What is wrong with me??? I have plenty to do, clean the bathroom, Austin's second last day of school, going to the OC at 2pm to watch Barney Live-which actually I am even excited about-lots of diaper changing and playing...gah SOMEBODY wake me please!
Yesterday was a day that I am glad is over. We waited for what seemed an eternity at the good ol' doctor's office, to find out the boys are almost all better and sweet Gabrielle is all better. Hooray! M ymom on the other hand is having heart palpitations and high blood pressure, which worries me to no end. Seeing as her brother passed away last summer from a sudden heart attack...well that and her other physical problems, I am worried. It doesn't help me fall asleep, that is for sure.
So today will be more fun than yesterday, of course it will be once I get my ass in gear. It is 7:36am and I STILL haven't got my make up on. Come on fire!
Yesterday was a day that I am glad is over. We waited for what seemed an eternity at the good ol' doctor's office, to find out the boys are almost all better and sweet Gabrielle is all better. Hooray! M ymom on the other hand is having heart palpitations and high blood pressure, which worries me to no end. Seeing as her brother passed away last summer from a sudden heart attack...well that and her other physical problems, I am worried. It doesn't help me fall asleep, that is for sure.
So today will be more fun than yesterday, of course it will be once I get my ass in gear. It is 7:36am and I STILL haven't got my make up on. Come on fire!
Ignorant People Annoy the Snot Out of Me!
Yes, yes they do. I am so sick of reading or listening to people jump to their own conclusions on something they can't possibly know the whole truth about and then judge judge judge. And then most likely the very next day post something they call 'Christian'. It drives me bananas. First, you really should not judge another persons actions I know, and I am not judging (which would be me calling these people stupid retarded self righteous pig headed ugly on the inside hypocrites, you know, if I were judging, which I am not, I am giving an opinion here people!) But come on, how intelligent is it really to read something put out by the MEDIA-and we all know how they like to spin things- that even the media states is an obvious accident, then sit there and accuse and judge. SOme people you would just like to knock down off their high horse. But Karma is a bitch, and these people just better say their prayers that it skips them on its next trip around.
Happy Friday Friends
Here is a joke to end off your week and start your weekend with-enjoy ;)
I took my dad shopping the other day to buy some new shoes. We decided to grab a bite at the food hall. I noticed he was watching a teenager sitting next to him. The teenager had spiked hair in all different colors: green, red, orange, and blue. My dad kept staring at him.
The teenager would look and find him staring every time. When the teenager had enough, he sarcastically asked, 'What's the matter old man, never done anything wild in your life?'
Knowing my Dad, I quickly swallowed my food so that I would not choke on his response, knowing he would have a good one.
And in classic style he did not bat an eye in his response.
'Got drunk once and f*ked a peacock. I was just wondering if you were my son!
I took my dad shopping the other day to buy some new shoes. We decided to grab a bite at the food hall. I noticed he was watching a teenager sitting next to him. The teenager had spiked hair in all different colors: green, red, orange, and blue. My dad kept staring at him.
The teenager would look and find him staring every time. When the teenager had enough, he sarcastically asked, 'What's the matter old man, never done anything wild in your life?'
Knowing my Dad, I quickly swallowed my food so that I would not choke on his response, knowing he would have a good one.
And in classic style he did not bat an eye in his response.
'Got drunk once and f*ked a peacock. I was just wondering if you were my son!
Come on girls we need your help!
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Thank god the day is done.
Thank you lord. I am so tired. Rounds of medicines are done for the day. No more nosewiping and bum changing. My day of mommyhood has come to a close. Man am I happy! Granted there is still a kitchen to clean, diapers to wash and legs to be shaved...yes, it's that time again, get out the weedwacker...but hey, it is quiet. There is no one tugging on my leg. I have a few hours before Luis is due home and hey, I could even leave the dishes for tomorrow, can't I? I can relax...damn it-should have grabbed a bottle of wine today, silly me, it would go great with a hot bubble bath and a good book. Speaking of which I have not read a good book in ages. Not like I have alot of time to read but still, it would be nice to have one handy. Off I go then, enjoy the peace while I can.
going...going...cloth!
We went cloth for Gabrielle this past weekend. One for cost two for environment, and three, b/c I really wanted too. When I had my first DS, Austin, I never considered it. I thought it to be a thing of ancient times, and what a mess why bother! With Hunter I never considered it, again shrugged off the thought with a 'that is sooo back in the day' and 'who has time for diaper laundry'. Well now on to baby 3 and it is cheaper in the long run, and 1 load of diaper laundry every day to every other day-no big deal! Not nearly as gross as I thought, they come clean easily, little to no staining-how come I didn't do this before??? And Gabrielle has had no rashes, no complaints, she is just as comfy as with Pampers.
Sick Babies
Wow. I never thought I would have 3 asthmatic children. I never thought I would have sickly kids that are always sick. I never thought I would have to give my children so much medication, so many different kinds...I don't like giving them any at all really.
All three are asthmatic. All three need lots of meds when they are sick, and some they have to stay on to keep under control. I finally got some much needed sleep last night. I still don't feel energized, a pot of coffee and breakfast and I am dragging ass again today. And the poor little ones are finally appearing to be on the mend, less coughing, less mucus, less snot, less crying.
All three are asthmatic. All three need lots of meds when they are sick, and some they have to stay on to keep under control. I finally got some much needed sleep last night. I still don't feel energized, a pot of coffee and breakfast and I am dragging ass again today. And the poor little ones are finally appearing to be on the mend, less coughing, less mucus, less snot, less crying.
THE dress!
Yay! I went out last night to a store called Val's WITHOUT kids, left them with daddy, and I had a blast. It is a store that carries all designer, and I never thought I would buy anything. I was trying on dresses that were La Sposa, And every other top name out there...$3000, $4000...man ridiculous. Then I found the Alfred Angelo collection and I was just looking at his stuff in a magazine and thought WOHOO! THe women had no clue I couldn't afford this shit and it was a blast feeling like a princess. THen I saw a room...with a sign that said SALE. SO I went in and...stuff was under $2000! Then I went to a rack of my size and I saw it. An Alfred Angelo spaghettii strap A line ball gown, no train, crystal beading around the bust and on straps...gorgeous...took my breath away, it was perfect...AND SO WAS THE PRICE-$99.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yup I just got a designer gown worth over $600-oh yes I did-for $111.60something with tax!Mom and Nana are stopping by today and when they do I will try it on and have them take pics. It is a bit big and needs to be altered, but better big and take it in then too small and I gain weight!
Yup I just got a designer gown worth over $600-oh yes I did-for $111.60something with tax!Mom and Nana are stopping by today and when they do I will try it on and have them take pics. It is a bit big and needs to be altered, but better big and take it in then too small and I gain weight!
An Amazing story
Click the link below to read an amazing birth story...makes you believe in miracles, let me tell ya. I am so happy for this family. Welcome to the world Baby Durga!!!
http://www.11alive.com/news/health/story.aspx?src=nletter-news&storyid=116616&catid=13&source=nletter-%%__AdditionalEmailAttribute1%%
http://www.11alive.com/news/health/story.aspx?src=nletter-news&storyid=116616&catid=13&source=nletter-%%__AdditionalEmailAttribute1%%
The excitement builds-yay vacation!
I am so excited about leaving tomorrow! I can hardly stand myself. This will be my first trip to the US by myself (well with G too of course). I have never driven it alone, never at all actually, seeing as I always have been the passenger. This so rocks. And this is G's first sleepover trip anywhere at all, her first out of towner. I will take lots of pics and be posting them. It will be at least 3.5 hours in travel there, assuming there is no traffic, no construction and no waiting at the border. I am dropping H off to my little brother ealry tomorrow morning cause Luis has to work on a deck, but he will pick H up around lunch, so I got that all arranged. And A will be at his dad's for the weekend, he leaves tonight so that is easy peasy. Now Luis only has one kiddo to worry about as do I.
So now I have to finish cleaning the house, which really I just have to finish laundry and the kitchen and then clean the bathroom...
So now I have to finish cleaning the house, which really I just have to finish laundry and the kitchen and then clean the bathroom...
Caribbean Meat-Filled Pastries
The Pampered Chef ®Caribbean Meat-Filled PastriesRecipe
Pastry
3 log (3.5-4 oz/105-125 g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) sugar
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
1/2 cup (125 mL) chilled butter
2 eggs, separated
3/4 cup (75 mL) ice-cold water
Filling and Sauce
1 medium onion, chopped
2 serrano peppers, seeded and chopped
3 large cloves garlic, pressed
4 oz (125 g) bulk pork sausage
1/3 cup (75 mL) dried pineapple, diced
1/4 cup (50 mL) pimiento-stuffed green olives, sliced
1/4 cup (50 mL) toasted plus 2 tbsp (30 mL) untoasted pine nuts, divided
2 tbsp (30 mL) prepared chutney
1 cup (250 mL) sour cream
1 tsp (5 mL) curry powder
1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine flour, sugar and salt in Stainless (6-qt./6 L) Mixing Bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk egg yolks and water in Easy Read Measuring Cup; slowly stir into flour mixture, mixing until dough forms into a ball. (Add additional water, 1 tbsp/15 mL at a time, if necessary.) Form dough into 6-in. (15 cm) disk and wrap tightly; refrigerate while preparing filling.
Heat (10-in./25 cm) Skillet over medium-high heat until drop of water sizzles. Cook onion, peppers and garlic 1-2 minutes or until tender. Place half of the pepper mixture into Small Batter Bowl; set aside for sauce. Add sausage to Skillet; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles using Mix 'N Chop. Combine sausage mixture, pineapple, olives, 1/4 cup (50 mL) toasted pine nuts and chutney in Classic Batter Bowl.
Cut dough in half and roll out to within 1 in. (2.5 cm) of edge of well-floured Large Grooved Cutting Board. Without pressing plunger, cut out nine circles using Cut-N-Seal™. (Gather and roll scraps, if necessary.) Transfer circles to sheet of Parchment Paper. Repeat with remaining dough. Scoop filling onto dough with Small Scoop. Fold dough in half. Position Cut-N-Seal™ over edge; press down to seal. Arrange pastries on Large Round Stone; brush with egg whites. Chop 2 tbsp (30 mL) untoasted pine nuts; sprinkle over pastries. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden. Remove from oven.
For sauce, add sour cream, curry powder and salt to pepper mixture in Small Batter Bowl. Serve with pastries.
Yield: 18 pastries
Per serving: (1 pastry and 1 tbsp/15 mL sauce): Calories 150, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 5 g, Sodium 240 mg, Fiber 1 g
Cook's Tip: If desired, 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped, can be substituted for the serranos.
Golden raisins can be substituted for the dried pineapple, if desired.
If desired, a 12-oz. (340 g) package of 10 biscuits can be substituted for the homemade dough. Split biscuits in half horizontally to make 20 circles. Roll lightly and fill evenly with filling. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with chopped pine nuts. Bake 12-14 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
© The Pampered Chef—CANADA, Ltd
Pastry
3 log (3.5-4 oz/105-125 g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) sugar
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
1/2 cup (125 mL) chilled butter
2 eggs, separated
3/4 cup (75 mL) ice-cold water
Filling and Sauce
1 medium onion, chopped
2 serrano peppers, seeded and chopped
3 large cloves garlic, pressed
4 oz (125 g) bulk pork sausage
1/3 cup (75 mL) dried pineapple, diced
1/4 cup (50 mL) pimiento-stuffed green olives, sliced
1/4 cup (50 mL) toasted plus 2 tbsp (30 mL) untoasted pine nuts, divided
2 tbsp (30 mL) prepared chutney
1 cup (250 mL) sour cream
1 tsp (5 mL) curry powder
1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine flour, sugar and salt in Stainless (6-qt./6 L) Mixing Bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk egg yolks and water in Easy Read Measuring Cup; slowly stir into flour mixture, mixing until dough forms into a ball. (Add additional water, 1 tbsp/15 mL at a time, if necessary.) Form dough into 6-in. (15 cm) disk and wrap tightly; refrigerate while preparing filling.
Heat (10-in./25 cm) Skillet over medium-high heat until drop of water sizzles. Cook onion, peppers and garlic 1-2 minutes or until tender. Place half of the pepper mixture into Small Batter Bowl; set aside for sauce. Add sausage to Skillet; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles using Mix 'N Chop. Combine sausage mixture, pineapple, olives, 1/4 cup (50 mL) toasted pine nuts and chutney in Classic Batter Bowl.
Cut dough in half and roll out to within 1 in. (2.5 cm) of edge of well-floured Large Grooved Cutting Board. Without pressing plunger, cut out nine circles using Cut-N-Seal™. (Gather and roll scraps, if necessary.) Transfer circles to sheet of Parchment Paper. Repeat with remaining dough. Scoop filling onto dough with Small Scoop. Fold dough in half. Position Cut-N-Seal™ over edge; press down to seal. Arrange pastries on Large Round Stone; brush with egg whites. Chop 2 tbsp (30 mL) untoasted pine nuts; sprinkle over pastries. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden. Remove from oven.
For sauce, add sour cream, curry powder and salt to pepper mixture in Small Batter Bowl. Serve with pastries.
Yield: 18 pastries
Per serving: (1 pastry and 1 tbsp/15 mL sauce): Calories 150, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 5 g, Sodium 240 mg, Fiber 1 g
Cook's Tip: If desired, 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped, can be substituted for the serranos.
Golden raisins can be substituted for the dried pineapple, if desired.
If desired, a 12-oz. (340 g) package of 10 biscuits can be substituted for the homemade dough. Split biscuits in half horizontally to make 20 circles. Roll lightly and fill evenly with filling. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with chopped pine nuts. Bake 12-14 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
© The Pampered Chef—CANADA, Ltd
Color Palette
After much discussion and searching, Adrienne and I have settles on Azalea for sure as the main color. Now for my contrasting color I like canary, honeydew, and orange of some sort. So those are on the table and up for discussion. We will do a shopping blitz over the year to find the perfect dresses, affordable and wear again types. Also all three of my girls are different body types, so their dresses will match in color but all be different styles. I want the dresses to compliment their shapes and look great on them. Lilies are definately in the flowers, I want some orchids too. Cala Lillies are my bouquet, miniature ones that are white and pink and one of my accent colors (when I decide what that color will be!).
Next on my list of things to do:
Find a caterer I like-give deposit
Find a good florist-Nana is doing my arrangements and centerpieces with me, but bouquets will be pre-made at the florists
book my photographer for sure and give deposit
locate a good place to rent:tables, chairs, tent/canopy, etc.
Next on my list of things to do:
Find a caterer I like-give deposit
Find a good florist-Nana is doing my arrangements and centerpieces with me, but bouquets will be pre-made at the florists
book my photographer for sure and give deposit
locate a good place to rent:tables, chairs, tent/canopy, etc.
Crash!
Luis was in an accident.
He left for work at 6am. He should have been at Ray's to pick him up 10 minutes later.Ray called me at 7:00am asking where he was, complaining they were late and he was to meet the builder in 5 minutes grrr.I panicked. I told him he left over an hour ago. Ray panicked. TOld me to go driving and find him (Ray lost his lisence).I got the kids up and in the car and left. I went the way Luis showed me that he takes.Luis wasn't there.As I turned up the hill toward Ray's I see flashy lights in my rearview.My stomach lurched. I got to Ray's tols him to get in I knew he was in an accident and don't want to go alone.
I get to the flashy lights...there is my car. My car with the smashed front driver's bumper. THere is Luis talking to a cop. My tired hard working Luis. I was already crying (I have a severe anxiety problem among other things) and started to cry harder.I get out and go over to him. Apparently he was making a right turn at the intersection, his light was green, and the old guy ran a red going straight and hit Luis.THe old guy says HIS light was green and he was going straight and that LUIS turned right on red (Still legal) but didn't look and LUIS was speeding.
NO WAY!I know my car. If you speed on a right turn two things can happen-a) you spin out and hit the pole, or it shoots you in the other lane.AND if Luis 'sped' out in front of him, he would have hit the BACK of my car, NOT the front. Luis had to be slowly turning right in order to have the guy hit my front driver's side bumper. SO the old guy is a liar!!!
BUT b/c Luis was the one turning that automatically puts him in the wrong. And the cops wouldn't check the camera (we have cameras over every intersection here).WE HAVE NO INSURANCE!But luis handed our expired car over and then talked the cop to the point of getting arrested but they never noticed my insurance was NIL and void. THANKD FRIGGIN LORD.So Luis got off with $110.00 fine. But if this old guy turns around and tries to make a claim WE ARE FUCKED. Ray lit a smoke and I grabbed one of James' out of the car and lit up. I had two drags that is it. But at this point I was crying, mad, relieved, scared, and so much adrenaline was pumping through me I could hear my blood rush in my ears, so either smoke, or puke and pass out.Luis went to give me hell but Ray jumped in and told him to back off, I had a bad scare, leave me alone.
NOW...the night before Papa died I knew he was going to, I had a dream my stepdad died. A bad Omen. The next morning I woke to a call before 7am-come ssay goodbye.A few nights before my Uncle Jim dropped dead I had a dream that Roger died again. I wake up to a before 7am phone call-Jim died.Night before last I was rubbing Luis' back and had the worst daynightmare-my mom died (person close to me) and looked down at Luis and thought 'I love him so much'.When I woke up this morning at 6am he was just leaving and I had an awful feeling in my stomach. The phone rang right at 7am...
Is that creepy or what?
He left for work at 6am. He should have been at Ray's to pick him up 10 minutes later.Ray called me at 7:00am asking where he was, complaining they were late and he was to meet the builder in 5 minutes grrr.I panicked. I told him he left over an hour ago. Ray panicked. TOld me to go driving and find him (Ray lost his lisence).I got the kids up and in the car and left. I went the way Luis showed me that he takes.Luis wasn't there.As I turned up the hill toward Ray's I see flashy lights in my rearview.My stomach lurched. I got to Ray's tols him to get in I knew he was in an accident and don't want to go alone.
I get to the flashy lights...there is my car. My car with the smashed front driver's bumper. THere is Luis talking to a cop. My tired hard working Luis. I was already crying (I have a severe anxiety problem among other things) and started to cry harder.I get out and go over to him. Apparently he was making a right turn at the intersection, his light was green, and the old guy ran a red going straight and hit Luis.THe old guy says HIS light was green and he was going straight and that LUIS turned right on red (Still legal) but didn't look and LUIS was speeding.
NO WAY!I know my car. If you speed on a right turn two things can happen-a) you spin out and hit the pole, or it shoots you in the other lane.AND if Luis 'sped' out in front of him, he would have hit the BACK of my car, NOT the front. Luis had to be slowly turning right in order to have the guy hit my front driver's side bumper. SO the old guy is a liar!!!
BUT b/c Luis was the one turning that automatically puts him in the wrong. And the cops wouldn't check the camera (we have cameras over every intersection here).WE HAVE NO INSURANCE!But luis handed our expired car over and then talked the cop to the point of getting arrested but they never noticed my insurance was NIL and void. THANKD FRIGGIN LORD.So Luis got off with $110.00 fine. But if this old guy turns around and tries to make a claim WE ARE FUCKED. Ray lit a smoke and I grabbed one of James' out of the car and lit up. I had two drags that is it. But at this point I was crying, mad, relieved, scared, and so much adrenaline was pumping through me I could hear my blood rush in my ears, so either smoke, or puke and pass out.Luis went to give me hell but Ray jumped in and told him to back off, I had a bad scare, leave me alone.
NOW...the night before Papa died I knew he was going to, I had a dream my stepdad died. A bad Omen. The next morning I woke to a call before 7am-come ssay goodbye.A few nights before my Uncle Jim dropped dead I had a dream that Roger died again. I wake up to a before 7am phone call-Jim died.Night before last I was rubbing Luis' back and had the worst daynightmare-my mom died (person close to me) and looked down at Luis and thought 'I love him so much'.When I woke up this morning at 6am he was just leaving and I had an awful feeling in my stomach. The phone rang right at 7am...
Is that creepy or what?
An Amazing Woman
Please click the link at the end of this post and read the whole story.
I think what this woman is doing is awesome, and she should be rewarded for the wonderful gift she is giving those babies. Wow. I wish there were more open minded women like her in this world.
http://yesboleh.blogspot.com/2008/05/chinese-policewoma...ps-quake-effort.html
I think what this woman is doing is awesome, and she should be rewarded for the wonderful gift she is giving those babies. Wow. I wish there were more open minded women like her in this world.
http://yesboleh.blogspot.com/2008/05/chinese-policewoma...ps-quake-effort.html
Wedding Bells
The time has arrived! Luis and I set the date for our wedding...it was supposed to be next month...but do to things out of our hands it couldn't be. SO we discussed it and we have set a new date. Our wedding day will be June 14th, 2009. Same date I had chosen only it will be on a sunday and in '09 instead of a saturday in '08. I am thrilled. So preperations are under way. I am going to Buffalo this weekend and will be trying on THE dress. I have my heart set on this dress, let us hope it looks good on me. I am also on the countdown to getting my tummy in shape and my hair the right color and length, my skin the right tan...so much to do! I am pretty sure of the photographer I am going with, but anyone with suggestions on caterers please drop me a line! I plan on making all the centerpieces and favors myself, to my specifications...I have an image in my head and I am a woman who actually knows what she wants! It is about time, our wedding day will be after our 4 year anniversary!
Check the links section for the link to our wedding website!!!
Check the links section for the link to our wedding website!!!
Can you steal my sunshine
It is a beautiful day. Truly a great day. I visited with my favorite couple friends and their girls, we ate the best burgers ever, I mean it, and just enjoyed a really sunny day. Now the babies are napping, the house is already cleaned up and I may just catch a few winks myself before I get supper ready. My kids had a blast, it was nice to see my Austin playing with his best friend Autumn-it is secretly my hope that he one day marries that girl-they are a good match in personality. And I adore her and her family, lol. And Hunter was not left out as I pften fear he will be being my social anxst boy. He had fun too, he ate lunch like a champ...wish him luck hopefully he will start eating regularly again and put on some weight. I couldn't have asked for a better day!
Life is Better With Friends
My great news-my bestest buddy is coming over tomorrow with her family! They used to live across the street from me but moved to Kingston right after I had my daughter. I am stoked, I have seent hem 2 times since they moved and both visits were too brief. I have the afternoon planned, bbq for lunch (her hubby gets the honors, since mine is working), and fun banter and chatting while all the kids play in the yard. Let us all take a moment to pray that the weather rocks so we can have a great day outside. Nothing better than your best friend, some virgin daq's and kids playing while vegging out in the backyard. So yay to me, and pictures will be coming tomorrow night, guaranteed.
Quick Chicken Primavera Risotto
The Pampered Chef ®Quick Chicken Primavera RisottoRecipe
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 oz/175 g each)
Salt and coarsely ground black pepper
Basil Oil or olive oil
1 lemon, cut in half crosswise
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large garlic clove, pressed
2 pkg (250 g each) original or roasted chicken flavor pre-cooked rice
1 each medium carrot, peeled and zucchini
2 plum tomatoes
2 - 2 1/2 cups (500-625 mL) chicken broth
2 oz (60 g) grated Asiago cheese (1/2 cup/125 mL)
2 oz (60 g) mascarpone cheese or cream cheese (optional)
1/4 cup (50 mL) snipped fresh basil
Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. (1-cm) thickness using flat side of Meat Tenderizer; season with salt and black pepper. Lightly spray (12-in./30-cm) Skillet with oil using Kitchen Spritzer; heat over medium-high heat 1-3 minutes or until hot. Arrange chicken and lemon halves, cut sides down, in Skillet; cook 6-8 minutes or until center of chicken is no longer pink, turning chicken once.
Remove from Skillet. Slice chicken into 1/2-in. (1-cm) pieces using Chef's Knife and set aside.
Spray same Skillet with additional oil. Cook onion and garlic pressed with Garlic Press over medium heat 4-6 minutes. Add rice; juice lemon halves into Skillet using Citrus Press. Cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until juice is completely absorbed into rice.
Cut carrot into julienne strips using Julienne Peeler. Slice zucchini using Crinkle Cutter. Seed and dice tomatoes. Add vegetables and 2 cups (500 mL) of the broth to Skillet; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer 4-5 minutes or until broth is slightly thickened. Remove from heat; stir in chicken, Asiago cheese, mascarpone cheese, if desired, and basil. Stir until cheeses melt and sauce is thickened (adjust sauce consistency with additional broth, if necessary).
Yield: 6 servings
Per serving: Calories 280, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 24 g, Sodium 1180 mg, Fiber 3 g
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 oz/175 g each)
Salt and coarsely ground black pepper
Basil Oil or olive oil
1 lemon, cut in half crosswise
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large garlic clove, pressed
2 pkg (250 g each) original or roasted chicken flavor pre-cooked rice
1 each medium carrot, peeled and zucchini
2 plum tomatoes
2 - 2 1/2 cups (500-625 mL) chicken broth
2 oz (60 g) grated Asiago cheese (1/2 cup/125 mL)
2 oz (60 g) mascarpone cheese or cream cheese (optional)
1/4 cup (50 mL) snipped fresh basil
Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. (1-cm) thickness using flat side of Meat Tenderizer; season with salt and black pepper. Lightly spray (12-in./30-cm) Skillet with oil using Kitchen Spritzer; heat over medium-high heat 1-3 minutes or until hot. Arrange chicken and lemon halves, cut sides down, in Skillet; cook 6-8 minutes or until center of chicken is no longer pink, turning chicken once.
Remove from Skillet. Slice chicken into 1/2-in. (1-cm) pieces using Chef's Knife and set aside.
Spray same Skillet with additional oil. Cook onion and garlic pressed with Garlic Press over medium heat 4-6 minutes. Add rice; juice lemon halves into Skillet using Citrus Press. Cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until juice is completely absorbed into rice.
Cut carrot into julienne strips using Julienne Peeler. Slice zucchini using Crinkle Cutter. Seed and dice tomatoes. Add vegetables and 2 cups (500 mL) of the broth to Skillet; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer 4-5 minutes or until broth is slightly thickened. Remove from heat; stir in chicken, Asiago cheese, mascarpone cheese, if desired, and basil. Stir until cheeses melt and sauce is thickened (adjust sauce consistency with additional broth, if necessary).
Yield: 6 servings
Per serving: Calories 280, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 24 g, Sodium 1180 mg, Fiber 3 g
Mmmm...Jerk Chicken Nachos
The Pampered Chef ®Jerk Chicken NachosRecipe
6 cups (1.5 L) tortilla chips
3 cups (750 mL) diced or shredded cooked chicken
8 oz (250 g) shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend (2 cups/500 mL)
2 tbsp (30 mL) Jamaican Jerk Rub, divided
1 small yellow or red bell pepper or combination
1 lime
2 tbsp (30 mL) snipped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (50 mL) sour cream and 1 tsp (5 mL) additional Jamaican Jerk Rub (optional)
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange tortilla chips in a slightly overlapping layer on Large Round Stone with Handles.
In Classic Batter Bowl, combine chicken, cheese and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the rub; mix gently using Small Mix ‘N Scraper®. Sprinkle chicken mixture evenly over tortilla chips. Bake 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted; remove from oven to Stackable Cooling Rack.
Meanwhile, dice bell pepper with Santoku Knife. Cut lime in half crosswise. Juice half of the lime using Citrus Press into Small Batter Bowl; add remaining rub and bell pepper and mix well.
Snip cilantro in mincing cup of Herb Keeper using Kitchen Shears. Slice remaining lime half using Ultimate Mandoline fitted with v-shaped blade; cut slices in half using Utility Knife.
Spoon bell pepper mixture over nachos; sprinkle evenly with cilantro. If desired, combine sour cream and additional rub in resealable plastic bag; trim corner to allow sour cream to flow through. Pipe sour cream mixture over nachos. Garnish with lime slices.
Yield: 12 servings
Per serving: Calories 190, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 15 g, Sodium 320 mg, Fiber 1 g
Cook's Tip: Use the Classic Batter Bowl to measure tortilla chips easily. Discard broken chips.
This recipe can also be prepared on the Large Par Pan, if desired.
© The Pampered Chef—CANADA, Ltd.,
6 cups (1.5 L) tortilla chips
3 cups (750 mL) diced or shredded cooked chicken
8 oz (250 g) shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend (2 cups/500 mL)
2 tbsp (30 mL) Jamaican Jerk Rub, divided
1 small yellow or red bell pepper or combination
1 lime
2 tbsp (30 mL) snipped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (50 mL) sour cream and 1 tsp (5 mL) additional Jamaican Jerk Rub (optional)
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange tortilla chips in a slightly overlapping layer on Large Round Stone with Handles.
In Classic Batter Bowl, combine chicken, cheese and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the rub; mix gently using Small Mix ‘N Scraper®. Sprinkle chicken mixture evenly over tortilla chips. Bake 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted; remove from oven to Stackable Cooling Rack.
Meanwhile, dice bell pepper with Santoku Knife. Cut lime in half crosswise. Juice half of the lime using Citrus Press into Small Batter Bowl; add remaining rub and bell pepper and mix well.
Snip cilantro in mincing cup of Herb Keeper using Kitchen Shears. Slice remaining lime half using Ultimate Mandoline fitted with v-shaped blade; cut slices in half using Utility Knife.
Spoon bell pepper mixture over nachos; sprinkle evenly with cilantro. If desired, combine sour cream and additional rub in resealable plastic bag; trim corner to allow sour cream to flow through. Pipe sour cream mixture over nachos. Garnish with lime slices.
Yield: 12 servings
Per serving: Calories 190, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 15 g, Sodium 320 mg, Fiber 1 g
Cook's Tip: Use the Classic Batter Bowl to measure tortilla chips easily. Discard broken chips.
This recipe can also be prepared on the Large Par Pan, if desired.
© The Pampered Chef—CANADA, Ltd.,
New Designs on the Way!
Hooray! After a lengthy trip to Fabricland yesterday, I have new designs to work on!!! Currently in the works are:
diaper bag, stroller cozy, nap mat, paci pod, change pad
Very exciting. As soon as they are finished they will be up on the website in an album called Hip Mama. Pics will be up and they will be for sale themselves or you can pick any fabric you want and I will custom make one just for you.
Let me give a word to the wise though. NEVER take 3 kids to Fabricland!!! What an expeience, to put it nicely. My oldest was antagonizing his brother, if not that then hollering and taking off on me (of which he does know better, I swear it was a full moon). Then my middle child (the younger brother) was whining and hollering...both were VERY impatient. My baby girl was awesome as per usual. And the staff was horrendous! THe young girl that helped me with the cutting was really great I have to say. But I stood at checkout, the ONLY checkout for 15 minutes!!! No one came up to ring me through! Can you imagine how much fun that was? Anyways, I lived to tell the tale. Make sure you check the website soon!
www.freewebs.com/lovechildcreations
diaper bag, stroller cozy, nap mat, paci pod, change pad
Very exciting. As soon as they are finished they will be up on the website in an album called Hip Mama. Pics will be up and they will be for sale themselves or you can pick any fabric you want and I will custom make one just for you.
Let me give a word to the wise though. NEVER take 3 kids to Fabricland!!! What an expeience, to put it nicely. My oldest was antagonizing his brother, if not that then hollering and taking off on me (of which he does know better, I swear it was a full moon). Then my middle child (the younger brother) was whining and hollering...both were VERY impatient. My baby girl was awesome as per usual. And the staff was horrendous! THe young girl that helped me with the cutting was really great I have to say. But I stood at checkout, the ONLY checkout for 15 minutes!!! No one came up to ring me through! Can you imagine how much fun that was? Anyways, I lived to tell the tale. Make sure you check the website soon!
www.freewebs.com/lovechildcreations
Bins Bins Bins!
How do you keep your recyclables and garbage organized in your home?
We use our outdoor shed for our blue box, our green compost bin, and I have a white tall and narrow rubbermaid bin in there for cardboard and paper only. I put tin and glass and plastics in my bluebin, seeing as our trucks don't have categories, they dump it all in the same spot. So OUTSIDE we are organized...inside is a different story. I have my countertop compost bucket that I HATE. It takes up way too much space. Then there is my big garbage can that I love, bright orange, lol. But as for my recyclables....well they get put on top of the microwave, onto the counter, on the floor by the door, anywhere, until I have the time to walk them outside at the end of the day. My kitchen is the entry to our home, so there is very little room for clutter let alone extras of anything. I am trying to find some bin that is appealing to the eye, functional and a decent enough size for my kitchen to put all thesse things in. This stuff is taking over what counter space I do have!!! Any suggestions or ideas? It needs to have a lid to keep the babies out, it can't be round like a garbage can, because then I wouldn't be able to fit certain items in it, and I would like it to have a removeable insert so that I can carry it out to my recycling center outside.
We use our outdoor shed for our blue box, our green compost bin, and I have a white tall and narrow rubbermaid bin in there for cardboard and paper only. I put tin and glass and plastics in my bluebin, seeing as our trucks don't have categories, they dump it all in the same spot. So OUTSIDE we are organized...inside is a different story. I have my countertop compost bucket that I HATE. It takes up way too much space. Then there is my big garbage can that I love, bright orange, lol. But as for my recyclables....well they get put on top of the microwave, onto the counter, on the floor by the door, anywhere, until I have the time to walk them outside at the end of the day. My kitchen is the entry to our home, so there is very little room for clutter let alone extras of anything. I am trying to find some bin that is appealing to the eye, functional and a decent enough size for my kitchen to put all thesse things in. This stuff is taking over what counter space I do have!!! Any suggestions or ideas? It needs to have a lid to keep the babies out, it can't be round like a garbage can, because then I wouldn't be able to fit certain items in it, and I would like it to have a removeable insert so that I can carry it out to my recycling center outside.
Welcome to the Throne
Welcome to my blog. First let me introduce me. I am a stay at home/work at home mama to 3 gorgeous kids, a loving wife and a busy woman! I started a few ventures of my own recently, for a few reasons. First, I needed a hobby, something to do for just me, on my own. I also needed some extra spending money of my own, and a feeling of pride and accomplishment. Being a mom is a hard job, I agree with that statement, and while it is rewarding as well...it is hard to feel like you have accomplished something sometimes. And I also needed something to get me out of the house and some social activity regularly.
So I now have my own Pampered Chef business and I am just starting 'Lovechld Creations'. What is that you ask? Well I am a crafty person, so it is a combination of things, from dresses and outfits that are handmade by me for little girls, to hair accessories, to items for mommy or nursery. SInce I am still in the starting stages I am trying to make as many sample items as I can and post them on my website, and from there you can order with your own fabric choices, ribbon choices, etc.
Why am I blogging is another good question. I need an outlet, to get my opinions out, to brag about my creations and my children, and also to track my own progress in my efforts to better myself as a mother, wife, and woman.
So I now have my own Pampered Chef business and I am just starting 'Lovechld Creations'. What is that you ask? Well I am a crafty person, so it is a combination of things, from dresses and outfits that are handmade by me for little girls, to hair accessories, to items for mommy or nursery. SInce I am still in the starting stages I am trying to make as many sample items as I can and post them on my website, and from there you can order with your own fabric choices, ribbon choices, etc.
Why am I blogging is another good question. I need an outlet, to get my opinions out, to brag about my creations and my children, and also to track my own progress in my efforts to better myself as a mother, wife, and woman.
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