Well, my darling daughter has decided to share her illness with me! I started feeling yucky on Wednesday and still feel yucky today (Saturday). Thank goodness no one else has felt very bad. Drake has a little bit of a cough but nothing to bad. Steve seems to be feeling fine.
I got a cool new gadget in the mail this week. As you may or may not know, I'm a Bzz Agent on BzzAgent.com It is a company that sends out products to try and you are to spread the buzz about the product. Well, I got a Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner. I was feeling yucky when it came in so Drake put it together for us. Needless to say it is pretty easy to install. I could tell when I got up the next morning that it had run. I could smell the cleaner. It wasn't overpowering, just there. I thought the shower looked brighter but don't know if that was b/c they cleaned out some of the extra stuff in the shower.
After everyone was done with their morning shower, Drake wanted to be the one to push the clean button. It made me laugh that it had a warning alarm before it started spraying, like "Hey, get out quick! I'm gonna blow!" Well, after Drake closed the shower door he climbed onto the side of the tub so he could watch it spray. It looked just like it does in the commercials. I'll keep you posted on how well it cleans.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Tuesday
I've actually been busy since the last post.
Last Thursday was Valentines Day. It was a nice day. I woke up to 3 wrapped presents all for me on the kitchen table. WOW!! It was a shock. I mean, I suspected I would get a little something but not 3 big presents. Thats more than I got for my birthday. Well, I got two pairs of jeans (needed), a fleur de leis necklace (wanted), and a lovebug in a box (loved). It was great! The kids each got a goodie bag sent to them at school and Steve had a goodie basket at home.
I sent cups and plates for Drakes Vday party. Being in 6th grade there was no way that I was invited to attened. That would be so uncool! Lucky for me, Jilly still wants me around. So I went to her party and didn't even have to bring anything.
Jilly ended up sick during the party. I tooke her home after the party and she went down hill from there! I'm pretty sure she had viral bronchitis. Poor thing was coughing up a storm. She stayed sick all weekend. But she is finally about done coughing. Thank Goodness!! For those of you who know me well, you know I don't do well without a full nights sleep, and a coughing kid doesn't lend itself to sweet dreams. Thank God for my dear sweet hubbie!
Saturday Drake had to go to karate to help another kid earn his blackbelt. One of the instructors was earning his 3rd degree black belt. Man oh man was that a site to behold!! They brought in some fighters from another town. Not just regular fighters but professional and semi-professional fighters. They did not hold back! My eyes were popping out of my head. I hate to say this but it was AWESOME to watch. Poor Garic (the 3rd degree) ended up dislocating his shoulder.
Here is a video of one round that Drake fought. He is in the red shirt & Jilly is the kid yelling in the background.
Well, dang!! I can't get the video to attach. Sorry!!
Well, thats enough for now. This week is full of basketball games. Woo Hoo!
Last Thursday was Valentines Day. It was a nice day. I woke up to 3 wrapped presents all for me on the kitchen table. WOW!! It was a shock. I mean, I suspected I would get a little something but not 3 big presents. Thats more than I got for my birthday. Well, I got two pairs of jeans (needed), a fleur de leis necklace (wanted), and a lovebug in a box (loved). It was great! The kids each got a goodie bag sent to them at school and Steve had a goodie basket at home.
I sent cups and plates for Drakes Vday party. Being in 6th grade there was no way that I was invited to attened. That would be so uncool! Lucky for me, Jilly still wants me around. So I went to her party and didn't even have to bring anything.
Jilly ended up sick during the party. I tooke her home after the party and she went down hill from there! I'm pretty sure she had viral bronchitis. Poor thing was coughing up a storm. She stayed sick all weekend. But she is finally about done coughing. Thank Goodness!! For those of you who know me well, you know I don't do well without a full nights sleep, and a coughing kid doesn't lend itself to sweet dreams. Thank God for my dear sweet hubbie!
Saturday Drake had to go to karate to help another kid earn his blackbelt. One of the instructors was earning his 3rd degree black belt. Man oh man was that a site to behold!! They brought in some fighters from another town. Not just regular fighters but professional and semi-professional fighters. They did not hold back! My eyes were popping out of my head. I hate to say this but it was AWESOME to watch. Poor Garic (the 3rd degree) ended up dislocating his shoulder.
Here is a video of one round that Drake fought. He is in the red shirt & Jilly is the kid yelling in the background.
Well, dang!! I can't get the video to attach. Sorry!!
Well, thats enough for now. This week is full of basketball games. Woo Hoo!
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
02/13/2008
It's been nearly a week since I last posted. One would think that something interesting would have happened in that time span, but alas, no such luck in my home.
We met Steve's folks in Canadian TX on Sunday. We were taking them our "ole Bestsy" pick-up and Don's tools that we borrowed for some project or another. So we picked the half-way spot that had good food. Nothing like planning around where to eat. Does everyone do this or just me? I'm glad we did because my lunch was GREAT! I had BBQ ribs and cleaned every scrap from my plate. So, if any of you are going through Canadian TX you should stop at the Cattle Exchange resturant.
What else have we done this past week....hmmmm??
I'm on the hunt for a WII game system. We told Drake that if he paid his $100 or so we would make up the difference. He was thrilled with that idea until we discovered they are still impossible to find. I thought that since Christmas is over they would be available. Well, they aren't. Now I have to call different stores everyday to see if they got any in that day. I'm even friendly with the UPS man in Weatherford and he said he'd call me if he delivered any to Wal-Mart. How great is that!! So, if anyone out there has a WII they want to get rid of call me!
I hope to have more to write about next time.
We met Steve's folks in Canadian TX on Sunday. We were taking them our "ole Bestsy" pick-up and Don's tools that we borrowed for some project or another. So we picked the half-way spot that had good food. Nothing like planning around where to eat. Does everyone do this or just me? I'm glad we did because my lunch was GREAT! I had BBQ ribs and cleaned every scrap from my plate. So, if any of you are going through Canadian TX you should stop at the Cattle Exchange resturant.
What else have we done this past week....hmmmm??
I'm on the hunt for a WII game system. We told Drake that if he paid his $100 or so we would make up the difference. He was thrilled with that idea until we discovered they are still impossible to find. I thought that since Christmas is over they would be available. Well, they aren't. Now I have to call different stores everyday to see if they got any in that day. I'm even friendly with the UPS man in Weatherford and he said he'd call me if he delivered any to Wal-Mart. How great is that!! So, if anyone out there has a WII they want to get rid of call me!
I hope to have more to write about next time.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Thursday
Yesterday Jillian won her first karate sparring tournament. She beat all the other 7 and 8 year olds in her class. I had to laugh at this becasue just the other day she had complained that she didn't like to spar. When I asked her why she didn't like it she said that it was boring. That she didn't get to hit anyone, only touch them. It seems her older brother has toughened her up quite a bit. None of that sissy shadow boxing for her! She wants a full on UFC style battle!! Ahhh Daddy's little girl!!
I'm really proud how well she does at karate.
She also lost a tooth yesterday. We tried to convince Drake that it was punched out during karate and that she didn't even cry. After a wide eyed "Really?", we laughed and told him the truth. But for a second there I think he feared for his future bullying.
I'm really proud how well she does at karate.
She also lost a tooth yesterday. We tried to convince Drake that it was punched out during karate and that she didn't even cry. After a wide eyed "Really?", we laughed and told him the truth. But for a second there I think he feared for his future bullying.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Wednesday
Nothing very exciting has happened so far this week. We are waiting to hear about the CMO contest. They said "on or about" Feb 7th. So I've been checking the e-mail like a mad women all week long.
I was able to teach my very into name brands son a lesson in savy shopping. He needed new jean this past weekend. Well, of course he wanted to go to the mall and buy $50 jeans. He needed to look cool ya know. So, I told him we had to go to the thrift stores first. He pitched a big fit over this idea. I understand that thrift stores aren't something kids brag about but if I'm paying that is where we start. Mainly because the is NO WAY I'm going to buy big dollar jeans for a 12 year old.
He went with me and looked. He was pouting the whole time until....... I hit the mother load! Apparently I found a pair of Hurley jeans. This is a top brand for "skater" kids. Also a brand that I would never ever buy. I've also found a pair of Etinnes shoes and some cool concert t-shirts.
After this shopping trip I made him say those dreaded words that every kids hates! "You were right Mom." It was a whole lot easier to say with a cool pair of jeans in his bag!
So now I've won another convert over to the treasure hunt of thrift store shopping! YEA!!
I was able to teach my very into name brands son a lesson in savy shopping. He needed new jean this past weekend. Well, of course he wanted to go to the mall and buy $50 jeans. He needed to look cool ya know. So, I told him we had to go to the thrift stores first. He pitched a big fit over this idea. I understand that thrift stores aren't something kids brag about but if I'm paying that is where we start. Mainly because the is NO WAY I'm going to buy big dollar jeans for a 12 year old.
He went with me and looked. He was pouting the whole time until....... I hit the mother load! Apparently I found a pair of Hurley jeans. This is a top brand for "skater" kids. Also a brand that I would never ever buy. I've also found a pair of Etinnes shoes and some cool concert t-shirts.
After this shopping trip I made him say those dreaded words that every kids hates! "You were right Mom." It was a whole lot easier to say with a cool pair of jeans in his bag!
So now I've won another convert over to the treasure hunt of thrift store shopping! YEA!!
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Open Forum?!?
I've always been very happy that my kids seem to be really open with me. They have always talked to me about their problems, hopes, dreams, etc...
I've always been closer in this area to Drake than to Jilly. I think that we are just a lot a like in personality. I know, poor boy!
Well, as I've said before, he is growing up. As you parents out there already know, growing up brings along all kinds of new and interesting questions. When you have an open forum relationship this can put you in a tough spot. I NEVER EVER would have talked to my parents like Drake talks to me. Don't get me wrong. I'm glad he comes to me but I'm also SHOCKED that he comes to me.
I've had everything asked from "Did you do drugs?" to "What are cramps girls talk about?" WOW! Talk about thinking before you answer!! Again, this is me, his mom, that he is asking this to!! You would think that he would be more comfortable talking to another male but NOOOO!
So those of you out there with small children. Think about this next time you have family share time!! Or the next time you foster those close open talking sessions. Get ready!! Your day wil come and you will have to think fast on your feet to come up with an appropriate answer.
For those of you who have been in my shoes, say a prayer that I answer correctly. And how come you didn't warn me?
For those of you who have missed out on this great relationship with your children, I'm sorry for you and jealous all at the same time!
I've always been closer in this area to Drake than to Jilly. I think that we are just a lot a like in personality. I know, poor boy!
Well, as I've said before, he is growing up. As you parents out there already know, growing up brings along all kinds of new and interesting questions. When you have an open forum relationship this can put you in a tough spot. I NEVER EVER would have talked to my parents like Drake talks to me. Don't get me wrong. I'm glad he comes to me but I'm also SHOCKED that he comes to me.
I've had everything asked from "Did you do drugs?" to "What are cramps girls talk about?" WOW! Talk about thinking before you answer!! Again, this is me, his mom, that he is asking this to!! You would think that he would be more comfortable talking to another male but NOOOO!
So those of you out there with small children. Think about this next time you have family share time!! Or the next time you foster those close open talking sessions. Get ready!! Your day wil come and you will have to think fast on your feet to come up with an appropriate answer.
For those of you who have been in my shoes, say a prayer that I answer correctly. And how come you didn't warn me?
For those of you who have missed out on this great relationship with your children, I'm sorry for you and jealous all at the same time!
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Tuesday
I think I should have named my blog something different. I'm not real good at writing something on a DAILY basis. I guess we will just have to get over that. Won't we.
I was looking through some pictures the other day and really noticed how much my kids have grown. Its strange when they get to that age. You know, when you see that it won't be long and they will move out and become an adult. I know, they are only 12 & 8, but its hitting me lately.
Just look at these pictues.
This is from February 2007
This is from September 2007
Look at the change in just those few months. I know it is a strange choice of picture but that is when I noticed it.
It took me an hour just to post this much today. I got sidetracked cleaning up the "My Pictures" area of my computer. I think my son has a Gabillion pictures of cartoon characters and skateboarders on my computer!!
I was looking through some pictures the other day and really noticed how much my kids have grown. Its strange when they get to that age. You know, when you see that it won't be long and they will move out and become an adult. I know, they are only 12 & 8, but its hitting me lately.
Just look at these pictues.
This is from February 2007
This is from September 2007
Look at the change in just those few months. I know it is a strange choice of picture but that is when I noticed it.
It took me an hour just to post this much today. I got sidetracked cleaning up the "My Pictures" area of my computer. I think my son has a Gabillion pictures of cartoon characters and skateboarders on my computer!!
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