Finally!

On Tuesday, Colter finally decided to roll over. I knew he could do it if he wanted to. He did it twice on Tuesday evening. On Wednesday evening, I wanted to make sure it wasn't just another fluke, so I tortured him some more. I put him on his tummy at least 5 times, and each time he rolled over. Yeah! The next awaited milestone? Crawling. However, I think he may just skip that and go right to walking. He loves to stand. You go BABY!! Mommy is proud!

I have another busy weekend ahead of me. More of the same, but Tanner also conned me into letting Wes spend the night on Saturday. On Sunday, I am going to go meet Nathaniel. I can't wait to hold him and get lots of pictures!

Paula and Nathaniel are doing great. Sam (the big brother) got to hold him and was not to willing to give him up. I think I am going to buy her an economy size bottle of aspirin and some calgon. She is going to have her hands full with her two little guys. Ouy. I am warning the world now. In about 15 years, you may want to move far far away or stay indoors. Our boys will probably be tearing up this side of the state and wearing a major path between here and Sioux Falls. I think I will stock up on some of that aspirin myself. My brain hurts just thinking about it!!

It sounds like we will finally be able to get a tan on our legs this weekend. I hope ya'll enjoy it!

Jokey Smurf

Al played a very mean trick on me yesterday. The only thing that kept me from choking him out, is that he cannot keep up his charades for much more than 10 seconds. I have been sweating bullets, wondering if the young couple that has been looking at our house is going to buy it. We have a time limit as to how long we have to sell it, and I am a bit of a worry wart. I swear, this past week, I have expressed my concerns about 1000 times. I am sure I have just about drove Al to the point of jumping from a bridge.

When I woke up yesterday, Al came in and told me that the couple had called and said they decided that they wanted to look around some more. My heart dropped and then he said, "No, I'm just kidding. They want it!" I didn't know whether to punch him or hug him. Now, I will sit here and fret about whether or not the bank will give them the money. I guess I should not worry about it too much. I don't see why they wouldn't. If for whatever reason they didn't, we have someone else who wants our house. I need to take a chill pill.

Here is a little glimpse of our future.....

Just a teaser! That's all for now!

Congrats Paula & Wakey Jakey

Nathaniel Dale has arrived!!!

I don't know all of his official stats, but he was born last night. Paula was induced yesterday afternoon and I received a text message with Nathaniels picture around 11:30. Sorry. I am not going to share. I think Paula should do the honors.

Congratulations gang! I can't wait to meet the newest member!

What? Shortage on cleaning supplies? My dreams have come true!

After my vent yesterday, I thought I would keep it a little more low key today! My weekend was filled with much more than Tanners visiting friend. I have been cleaning and tossing non stop since last Friday. We have been trying to get the house ready to sell. We do have a young couple interested in buying it, so I am going to keep my fingers crossed. They have been over a couple of different times to look at it, and the gal's mother came yesterday. Hopefully mom liked it, because she is going to co-sign. If we don't hear anything promising by the end of the week, beginning of next week, then we are going to have to list it. We need to sell it fast! We do have something up our sleeves, but I will not elaborate any further until everything is official. I am going to keep you all in suspense. ;o)

My Mother-n-law was kind enough to come over on Monday and help me do some cleaning. I was grateful and I think Colter probably was too. I could tell that he was going through mommy snuggle withdrawals. Monday night he was so tired, but would not go to sleep. He is so easy to get to sleep normally. I finally brought him into the bedroom with me and let him lay with me for about a half an hour. I guess that is all he wanted, because fussy britch immediately turned into happy talk, smack mom and pull her nose boy. I finally decided to lay him back in his crib, and he went right to sleep. I felt horrible for not giving him as much snuggle time as usual, but also great when he confirmed just how much he loves and needs me.

Al has also been super busy trying to fix on the house, and finish a couple of small unfinished projects. He also has a project in the garage that needs to be done before we sell. Yesterday when I got home from work, he was hammering and nailing away. It was not the best sleep I have ever received, but I am getting used to that. That is a good thing, because I am sure there is much more of that to come. I told Al not to worry to much about the house, I will do my best to get it in order. I really hope he does not burn himself out. I reminded him again, that he needs to "just say no" to people, and worry about himself for a little while. I really do kind of like him, and I would like him to stick around a little longer. :o)

Tanner has been busy too, but not like us. He has been busy trying to be invisible so that we don't make him busy. He is like a magician. If the words clean or help are uttered, he does a great disappearing act. Typical 11 year old. I was never that way, right mom?! ;o)

Keep your fingers crossed for us. If you don't, you will never find out the secret. I hope ya'll have a super fabulous Wednesday!!!

Religion

I am going to vent a little here. I am certainly not trying to offend anyone, so if I do, I am sorry. I feel this is a very personal issue, and everyone has the right to choose what they want to believe. As long as you are not hurting anyone, why should it matter? I am probably asking for it, but here I go anyway.....

A few years ago, there was a boy close to Tanner's age that moved into the neighborhood. I was tickled, because there has never been any kids in the area for him to play with. My excitement did not last long. I soon learned that Tanner's little friend is a hardcore bible banger. Now, there is nothing wrong with that, unless you are causing someone else agony. Tanner wanted to go with his friend to "Wednesday night", so I let him. I didn't see any harm in that. A little church would not hurt him. It started to become a regular thing, and I thought it was good for Tanner. Little did I know.

One day, Tanner told me that his new friend had said that I needed to wear more clothing. It was 100 degrees out, and I had on a tank top and short shorts. So what? I just shrugged it off. Then, Tanner tells me that his friend said it was very bad for him to have this large inflatable Budweiser race car hanging from his ceiling. I thought to myself, it must be because he is home schooled. He just needs to get out more. Right. Apparently one day when his friend was over, he saw a beer bottle on the table and made some comment to Tanner. About a week or so later, Tanner went with his friend to "Wednesday night" again and he came home and was really embarrassed. I asked him what was wrong and he told me that the teacher had asked him some question. I can not remember the exact question, but it had something to do with family. His friend, told the Sunday school teacher that he came from a bad family because they drank beer. This enraged me. Not only was Tanner embarrassed, but I think some of the things this kid was telling him, he was actually starting to believe. I had had it, and I told Tanner that he did not have to play with him any more if he didn't want to. If his friend came to the door again, he could just tell him that he was grounded or something. I then had to explain to him that he did not come from a bad family and that it was okay for people to have an occasional beer. Everyone in his extended family has had a beer from time to time, it is not that big of deal. I had to tell him not to believe everything he hears, especially when it came from that boys mouth, or from anyone in his family. All of this because of one stinking beer bottle.

Tanner's friend did come back to the door. When Tanner got done talking to him, he came in and said that his friend left crying. I asked him what he said to him, and he told me that he told him he couldn't play with him anymore because of what he said about his family. Oh boy, here we go. I admit, I thought it was a good thing that the boy knew he crossed the line, but I also knew that I would probably be getting a phone call from the parents. And they were the obvious ones to blame for their child's ridiculous thinking. I was some what right. I actually got a knock on the door, from his dad. His dad was apologizing for what his son had said, and that they did not judge people like that. Right. Where was he learning these things then? I chatted with "dad" for a bit, and then we agreed that it was okay if the boys still wanted to play together. I thought that may be he would talk to his son and educate him on what is okay to say and not to say. It was painfully obvious that he did not. Soon this boy was telling Tanner that he should not be going trick or treating because it was the devils holiday. Oh my. More and more followed, and I think I had finally convinced Tanner to let everything his friend say go in one ear and out the other. I was so relieved when Tanner came home one day and told me that his friend was moving to Texas to build a large boat. It gave me a huge chuckle. I knew these people were over the top, but now they were going to build the ark. Thank you Jesus!!

I thought my days of anguish were gone. Not so much. Tanners little friend was back in town this weekend for a visit. He came to the house and Tanner and him took off for the afternoon. When Tanner got back, I asked him if he said any bible banging things to him. Stupid question. I all ready knew the answer. He asked, If he still went to "Wednesday night"? Did he go to Sunday school? Did his family go to church? Since this was not enough, the mom also asked Tanner if his family went to church. She thought we were going to start and why we hadn't.

FYI--Not that it is any of their business, or anyone else's for that matter, but I am in the process of becoming a member of a church here in town. Yes, I was raised in a church and I do believe in god. I do not think that you have to go to church on a regular basis to be accepted by god. Didn't he send his only son, to die on the cross to forgive our sins? Apparently, he loves all of us, not matter what we do. I have not murdered anyone or caused anyone great harm. I would like to think that god is proud of me and thinks I am a good soul. Only he knows how I truly feel and I see no need for me to have to prove it to someone else.

I told Tanner that he does not ever have to answer someones questions about religion. Of course, I also had to give him a little of my super advise.... I told him next time, tell them you worship the devil. Of course he wouldn't, but we got a good laugh. And no, we do not worship the devil!


If you are the type of person who is very religious, super! Shout it out! Just don't freak out on other people. If you are not, well, that is super too. It is your right. Your religious beliefs will not offend me, as long as you are not judgemental of mine.

Sorry for the long post. Hope everyone had a super nice weekend, without wet basements. GOD BLESS!

Freaky Friday

Nothing real exciting has happened at our house this week. Leaving me with not a whole lot to write about. But I just have to post something. Hence the following.


I am sure everyone has some strange phobias. At least I hope they do. I don't want to be the odd ball here. As you know, I love to joke and laugh. (If you didn't know, here's your sign.) I am going to share with you some of the off the wall things that I am scared of. I would love if you would too.

1. The shower drain--I can't get to close to it, it really creeps me out.



2. Toothbrush germs--I buy a new one frequently, because I am afraid of what may be on it.




3. Airplanes and Choppers--When ever I hear one flying over the house, I fear it will crash into it. I must have watched Labamba to many times.

4. Semi's--If I have to pass one on the interstate, I floor it. I once had a trucker playing leap frog with me, and he had a cow bell attached to his rig. Every time he would fly up on me, you could hear it ringing. He would pass and then slow down. Soon, I would have to pass him again. It was almost like a bad horror flick. Every seen Joy Ride?--CREEPY



5. The King--He is one scary guy. I cannot look when I see him on TV. I would never want to wake up to him standing outside my window with a breakfast sandwich. I am surprised children are not having nightmares because of him.

I know that there are more that I will think of later, but these are the main ones. So, what are your strange phobias?

Laugh Baby!

I was trying to catch Colter laughing at me, but by the time I got the camera, he was not laughing as hard. That is how it always goes. It is still cute though. Enjoy!

Spring has sprung

A couple of weeks ago, Al and I had to go to our local shopping stores for bum wipe, or something of the nature. I got really excited when I saw they were putting up there green houses. I am not sure why, but Al was not sharing in my excitement. He made some comment and shook his head.

Yesterday, Al was in need of a new beard trimmer, so he asked me to go get him one. I was not real pleased, but I knew it would be best if I picked it out. I also had some time to kill. Besides, I needed to get my high quality H2O, because I have not had any applicants yet. (Shakes fist in the air.) On my way to the store, I noticed something very exciting. I started bouncing in my seat, pointing and saying "Oooo! Oooo! Oooo!" The green houses now had flowers, trees, bushes, etc. Fortunately, I was by myself, so I saved Al the agony of "just looking." He will have many, many more chances to do that! Unfortunately, I think all of the passing motorists thought there was a nut bag behind the wheel. (Keep your thoughts to yourself.)

Despite the allergies, I absolutely love this time of year. Yesterday when I woke up, I let the dogs out. When I opened the door, I could smell the grass. I love that smell. Call me crazy, but it means spring is here. I also love the smell of fresh cut grass. I cannot wait for all of the wonderful smelling flowers, fires in my burner, grilling and eating outside, smores, relaxing to the sound of the water fall on my pond, etc. The list could go on forever. I didn't get to enjoy it much last year, because I was a big fat pregnant woman, who couldn't see her feet, let alone touch them. I had actually tried to do some weeding and yard work, but it was way to uncomfortable, not to mention, HOT! The one thing I could do, was EAT outside. And I was VERY good at it.

I am so looking forward to enjoying it as much as possible this year. Here's to spring and all the cheer it brings. Happy spring Ya'll!

To much excitment

Not to much has been happening at our house lately. Hard to believe, I know. Tanner, Colter and I made a quick trip to Sioux Falls this weekend. I had to get formula because the stores were not open on Easter. You may want to catalog that away for future reference, in case you didn't see it on a previous post, or if you happen to be moronic like me. Apparently, it is a holiday that is taken pretty seriously. It is really about some guy they call Jesus, not the Easter bunny. Okay, I am only kidding people. I really do know what it is all about, but I really didn't think everything would be closed. Mainly because of all the stink people make about prayer in schools, etc. I just thought those people would be offended if they couldn't shop because of the Lord. Apparently, Walmart did not want to offend any one, because they were still open.

When I shop, I power shop. I am not much for browsing, unless its a day with friends. I get in, get out, and get home. I talked Tanner into eating at Johnny Carino's, but I was thinking he would not enjoy it like I do. I was delightfully surprised when he announced that he thought that that should be the only place we ever eat at again. Super! Now I can eat there whenever I want. I am so happy. The only thing that would make me happier, is if someone could give me the recipe for Johnny's skilletini, with chicken. And may be the bread and oil concoction.

The only other thing that was exciting this past weekend, was my lovely allergy war. Well, I am not sure it is exciting, but it certainly got my heart pumping. On saturday, I became really concerned that something was seriously wrong with me. My eye swelled way up, and it hurt like heck. One by one, these zit looking things started popping up on my face. Every time I would look in the mirror, there would be a new one. It almost looked like a rash. The crazy thing was, they were only on the side of my super swollen eye. They almost formed a circle around my eye. Very strange. (Insert twilight zone music here.) By the time I thought may be I should see a Dr, the clinic was going to be closing. So, I decided I would wait and see what happened. Thankfully, my eye is much better. I still have some of the rash, or whatever it is, but it is not as bad as it was. I think I may be on my way to recovery, or not. Did I ever mention I am stubborn?

So as you can see, I had a very exciting weekend. The life of a super star always is. :o) I hope everyone had a way more exciting weekend.

Too much lovin?

Do you think it is possible to give your child to much lovin? I sometimes wonder if I Colter thinks "I wish this crazy woman would quit kissing me all the time." I would be willing to be that some days, I literally kiss him 100 times. Do you think he will become a sissy if I keep it up?

TGIF ya'll! Looks like we may have a nice weekend, complete with muddy messes. Have a Fabulous Friday!

Not it

The house we looked at was not the one. It was not worth the asking price and in need of some major fixes right away, that would not be cheap. It was not a complete loss, because it actually got the ball rolling for us. We have checked into a few other houses, but nothing has screamed out to us. We are going to continue to look and hope that "the one" will pop up.

After looking at a few places yesterday, we decided our house may be worth more than we originally thought. So we are going to get it appraised and research all of our options. We have also thought about adding on, but that is something we will have to check into and decide what will be right for us. We both have agreed that what ever we decide, it will be our "forever". We want to make sure we choose wisely. No impulse. I am still very excited and hope that I will not have to wait for too long. I can stay sane for a little while longer. I am sane right? What? I heard that! Where are you? :o)

"Move" forward

I am having a whirlwind of emotions right now. Mostly excitement. I am afraid I am setting myself up for disappointment. Today, we are going to look at a house. We have been talking about getting a bigger house some day, but I didn't think that we would be getting serious about it so soon. It all started, when out of no where, we had a couple of people ask us if we would be interested in selling our house. We started thinking may be we should at least look and see what is out there. One of them caught our eye, and sounds like it is exactly what we want, but we have yet to see what kind of work it will need. We definitely want a big old fixer upper, but something you can actually live in during the process. Hopefully this will be it, and everything will fall into place.

Please forgive me for rambling on, but I am just so excited. Every room in this house is larger than what we have now. It also has a dining room and a family room, which we do not have. The best part? It has more than one bathroom. I may actually get to have one for myself. Praise the Lord! It has a large yard and good storage for Al's junk. I really hope that the potential we think it may have is there. I guess we will find out tomorrow.

I really do like the house we live in, but it is just way to small for us. We need more space and storage. Now that Tanner is bigger, and so are we, it really gets annoying when we are tripping over each other all the time. I really go mad when I am cooking. I usually have Colter in the kitchen in his highchair. Then Tanner comes along and has to hang out because there is food. Soon Al comes in and wants to talk. And, of course, the dogs have to be where we are, so they join the party too. All of this in a 9 1/2 x 11 kitchen. Every time I have to go to the sink, cupboard, etc, everyone has to play musical chairs, without the chairs. And it is at their own pace. Not the, "run like heck because the food is burning and so are my hands game." It never fails that when I need to use the bathroom, so does someone else. And you ladies know that women who have given birth, do not have much time to waste.

Our house is really not for a family, but rather a young couple starting out, or an older couple whose kids are grown. If we were to move, this new house would give us over 1000 more square feet. I am not sure how I will furnish it with my very limited midget sized furniture. I am sure it will also look pretty bare for a while. Anyone have some furniture they want to get rid of? :o) So much to think about, whew.

If it is not what we are looking for, then I hope something else comes along. If it is, then I guess I will have to throw a huge house warming party!

Have a wonderful Thursday!

CHILL! CHILL!

I know you are all upset because I have not posted for a few days. Your lives have not been the same. You can't sleep, eat right or talk properly. You have the shakes and can't concentrate. Its like your head is foggy. You are going through major withdrawals. I am like a drug that you cant live without. You want too, but you can't. As hard as you try not to come here, you just can't help yourselves. I make you feel too darn good. When I am gone, you feel miserable. Well, I am back. You know that pesky little fly that has been buzzing around your head all day? That is really me. You can swat and swat, I will just keep coming back. You might as well face it. You can not escape me. mmmwwwhhhahahahahahah.

I hate when I am out of commission. It is no fun feeling lousy. Not to mention, when I start to function again, I feel like I am "out of the loop". After over a week of debate on whether or not I had a cold or if it was JUST my allergies, I finally had to do something. I was having a very bad Monday, so I decided I would try some of the over the counter claritin. If that did not work, I would bite to bullet and go to the clinic on Tuesday. The claritin has seemed to help a lot, however it is not as good as my prescription allergy meds. I really do not know why it is necessary to go see the Dr every year to get a your prescription "renewed". I am positive now that it is allergies. I cannot for the life of me understand why they have been causing me such grief when it has been cold again. I will also add that they have never been this horrible. I guess what they say about the worst allergy season must be true.

I am going to warn you that right now I look like a freak of nature. Please do not be frightened if you see me. Tough on my good days, I know! :o) My eyes are blood shot. I squint because they burn. There is this sticky slimy substance, oozing out of them. Sometimes a stream of tears are running out of them. My nose is crusty and scabbed over from all the wiping. It also doesn't help that when it itches, I try to rub it right of my face. I am also stuffy, but can still manage to have a drip escape from time to time, without warning. My lips are dry and cracked from all the mouth breathing, and it tastes like I have been eating from the cat box. It most likely smells like it too. YUCKY! On top of all of this, I have an enormous zit right in the middle of my forehead. I never get zits there! Why oh Why?!

So, after all of that, I am glad I still have my sense of humour. Al wouldn't notice if I lost a leg, but he certainly noticed the zit. :o) He decided that my name was not appropriate for the time being, so he gave me a new one. He thought "Shamalia, the Arabian dot woman" would be a more appropriate name. Then he said, "May be it is not Arabian, but something else." I would have to agree with him on that. I don't think that is right, but I couldn't tell you what is. It is a shame, but I am glad that I am not the only ethnicity illiterate person in the world. I gess I didint receev a veri guud edjumukayshun. Mey bee I shuld go bak tu skule.

Thanks to all of you for the birthday wishes and making it a good one. I had a very good time, even if I was sawing logs by 8pm.

Just a little tip for future reference, almost all stores in Sioux falls are closed on Easter. Save yourself the headache of driving around to all of the doors on the stores to read the hours. And the humiliation of being the laughing stock of the employee's when they review the tapes the next day. I hope everyone had a good Easter!

I don't learn. Another attempt to be a photographer!

May need an Intervention

I have to admit that I have a blogging problem. Recently, at work, I hit rock bottom. I have been in denial about being addicted to blogging. I had to face the harsh truth this past week. At work, we have to keep a log of everything that happens. Someone had called for some information off of a log from earlier in the week. I gave them the information and went about my business. Without realizing it, on my own log, I entered that so and so had called for information off of Monday night's BLOG. The next day when I arrived at work, there was a copy of my log in my basket with that entry highlighted. That is when I realized that I have a real problem. I may need an intervention. :o)

20-10

A few years ago, if you would have asked me what my plans were for this day, I would have told you I was going to party like a rock star and then put a bullet in my brain. Not literally, but that is how I felt about meeting this "milestone". I was dreading it. I just thought for sure, my life would be over. What would there be to look forward to? Nothing, just getting older and older.

Fortunately, my outlook has changed drastically in the last year. Yes, I am still not thrilled to be 20-10, but it is definitely a lot easier to swallow. Obviously, you know where this is going, since I can not ever seem to shut up about it. It may help if you stick a fork in your eye, so the pain of reading this is alleviated a little. :o) Having a child has definitely made me look at things a lot differently. It has made me feel like I actually have a purpose in life. I was an acting Mom before, but now I actually get to be Mom. I have been lucky enough to be given the love of my life, who goes by the name Colter.

I love my stepson to pieces and cannot imagine my life without him. I can be very blunt about things, because I feel honesty is best. I would be lying if I said there is no difference in being a stepparent and being a parent. Tanner would also be lying if he said there was no difference between his mother and I. His love for his mother, is as it should be. She can do no wrong in his eyes. He loves her unconditionally, no matter what she pulls. It may irritate me, but it has also taught me a good lesson. As much as I would like to be the perfect mom, my son will still love me even if I am not. No matter what, Tanner and I will always have a special bond, it is just a different kind.

Instead of partying like a rock star tonight, I am going out for supper with my kids, my brother and his family. Unfortunately, Al has to work. It is not quit what I imagined years ago, but I will still enjoy it. I really don't care if I get any gifts. Of course, it is nice to receive one, but what really makes my birthday special is when people remember it. Paula and I usually try to get together ever year for both of our birthdays. There have been times that we could not. But over all the years, she has never once not called me to wish me a happy birthday. I certainly hope I have never forgot one of hers. My brother & sister-n-law, my parents, and my mother-n-law never forget either. Thanks to all of you who remember me and make my day special!!

I also have to thank Kerrie. Thank you Kerrie! I came into work today and she had decorated the office. That certainly started my day off with a huge smile. Someone also bought a cake, all though I am not 100% sure who yet. I even had a trio of guys come and sing happy birthday. That was a hoot. Have I ever mentioned that I work with the greatest bunch of people ever! I have met some very amazing people here. It is nice to know that there are still people out there with a heart and that you are not just another number on the time clock.

I hope ya'll are as lucky as I feel today! Have a great weekend everybody!

senseless question to ponder

You can thank Kerrie for this one.

Why do you think that it is called a cowlick when you have some hair that stands up and won't lay flat?

Was there some farmer out feeding his cattle one day and he was licked? Causing his hair to stick up?

Request

I have another request for prayer from all of you. I am sure most of you can recall me talking about my side kick, Paula. Paula and her boyfriend Jake, will be having their second child in about 3 weeks. Their family has recently received some terrible news. Her "father-n-law" has been suffering from esophageal cancer, and has now been told that he only has a couple of weeks to live. They were hoping to induce, so that "Grandpa" could meet his grandson, but her Dr said they won't do it until she is almost 29 weeks. It is a very devastating time for everyone, especially Jake. He has had a very rough year, and I can't imagine how he will get through this. It is suppose to be a happy time for them, and now they have this thrown on their plate. I guess it is true that "god giveth and he taketh away." Like I have said before, god has a plan an reason for what he does, but sometimes it is hard for us to understand. Please pray for god to give Paula and Jake's family strength to get through this devastating time.

Thanks everyone!

Paula, Jake, Sam, and baby~ I love you so much! I know their is nothing I can say to take away your pain, but I am here. Always and forever, never judging and always with open arms. I would walk on the sun for you! As long as I am still on this earth, there will always be someone out there that is crazy about you. If even for a moment, I hope I put a smile on your beautiful faces today. Love ya!

Lounging

Nothing too exciting happened at the homestead yesterday, as these pictures clearly depict.

The boys were just lounging. What is lounging you ask? I had to ask myself that very same question, so I looked it up at dictionary.com and this is what it said....

lounge , lounged, loung·ing, noun

1.
to pass time idly and indolently.
2.
to rest or recline indolently.
3.
to go or move in a leisurely, indolent manner; saunter
4.
to pass (time) in lounging.


Who would have thought such a thing exists? I hope to try it one day!

Have a great day!

Man Compliments

Do you ever feel like the things you do go unnoticed? You can clean and clean and the second you turn around, someone makes a mess in that exact same spot. Its like they either didn't see you standing there slaving your life away, or they just wanted a clean spot to make a new mess. May be you have been running around with your head cut off all day, and now its time to sit down for supper. You think, "Finally, I can relax for a moment." Wishful thinking. Now the dogs need to pee, your kid needs something signed, your husband can't find the pepper, the baby needs his poopy diaper changed, and the cats need water. After all of those things are done, everyone else is done eating. You sit down, eat a couple of bites of your cold food and the baby starts crying because he is bored and wants something new. Welcome to Motherhood. It requires patients, love, understanding, strength, the ability to multitask and most of all, MOM. After all the hair pulling and loss of sanity, it is still the greatest job on earth. Ironic isn't it?

Just when I start to wish I could spontaneously combust, someone finally notices. My hubby has been pretty good about thanking me for various things lately. Yesterday, he said something that made me feel good. Al was playing with Colter and he was getting fussy if Al didn't do what he wanted. After a while, Al handed him back and said something like, "He is a handful. I don't know what I would do if anything ever happened to you." I don't know if he meant it to be a compliment. In my translation, (which I know is much different than man language) it meant... I am so amazingly lucky to have such a wonderful, beautiful, brilliant, magnificent woman in my life. Okay, so that was a little over the top, but you get what I was aiming for. It also meant, I don't have to worry about him offing me for my life insurance policy anytime soon! :o)

Cheers to all of you wonderful, beautiful, brilliant, magnificent Moms and Women! May the cleaning fairy visit all of your houses today, and may you receive recognition for it. Have a glorious Tuesday!

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