So this is how it's going to be

Last week (Thursday I think) I was yelling throughout the house to get kids dressed and ready for school on time. We were all rushing around and running out of time. (By the way, putting on snow clothes takes way more time than expected.) I was just yelling and yelling and getting more and more stressed as time ticked away and the boys weren't doing what I asked. Then Seth had to use the bathroom right when it was time to go and of course it had to be #2 so that took some time. After I got them both dropped off at school (Ryker was 10 minutes late) I just breathed a heavy sigh and thought to myself, "So this is how it's going to be...I only have 18 more years of this."

I am loving Seth's reaction to Christmas this year. It is evident that he is a little bit older. He understands more and is getting so excited. He talks about Christmas everyday and is keeping track on our countdown calendar. He also understands the ramifications of being naughty and getting put on Santa's naughty list. However, he is tattling on Ryker all the time and threatening him that he won't get a lightning mcqueen from Santa if he keeps being naughty.

Another funny thing is that he has gone around the house rearranging all of my nativities so that everyone can see Jesus. This results in a little baby Jesus with a circle of people around him. So from the outside you can't see Jesus, just a bunch of people's backs. You have to look down from the top to be able to see Jesus. Now they all look creepy and cultish with a bunch of people standing around in circles. It's cute though.

apparently

I wrote a little while ago about Seth's new word being apparently. Well, Ryker quickly caught on and is now using the word apparently. He is even using it correctly. eg. "These pants say 5t on the tag. Apparently they are not mine." That is a direct quote from Ryker.

Too smart.

Pop

On November 8th Pop suffered from a severe hemorrhagic stroke. It was awful and left him paralyzed on one side and absolutely incoherent. He could sometimes open his eyes and occasionally squeeze your hand but I believe that was all reflexes. He suffered infections, herpes, water blisters, and a high grade fever for 3 weeks in the neuro ICU. We actually thought we were going to lose him and prepared for that. Fortunately, when his breathing tube was removed, he in fact did not choke and die he actually took breaths on his own and proceeded to snore. I guess he was sleeping through the whole thing. Thank heavens he did not pass away. Now he is doing rehab in the hospital. He has been moved out of the ICU and into a regular hospital room where he is doing well with his therapies. He is even starting to say words and definitely is more coherent. I am so glad we didn't lose him and just hope he rehabs well.

A few other things

I forgot to mention with my last post that Kam got her cast off. She healed remarkably well and they said in a few months you won't even be able to tell where the break was. However, now that she has the cast off whenever she stands her right leg turns outward like it is still in the cast. It is the cutest thing ever.

Oh, and, Ryker can write his own name, Seth's name, and Preston's name. He can also write almost all of the numbers from 1-10. He is talented when it come's to writing. How do I get him to understand that writing is just for paper and not all over the walls, table, counter, etc.?

Kids and things

I have been really lazy with the blogging lately. I wish I had time to sit down everyday and just jot down a few things but I just don't. (Damn that facebook)

Just wanted to share a few things:

Seth counted to 100 for the first time the other day. He counted out loud and I only had to help him with 30 and 50. I was so proud.

Ryker surprised us the other day with how observant he really is. We pulled up to Erika's house to drop of the kids for a few hours and Ryker says from the back of the van, "Oh, they got a new door." Upon Erika opening the door I asked her if she got a new door. She replied, "No. I just painted it but I didn't think anyone would notice." I set the record straight that I did not notice but that it was Ryker that pointed it out. We couldn't believe that he would notice something as small as a door simply being a different color.

Kamryn still doesn't have any teeth. I thought for sure she would cut some while we were on vacation because they were right at the top but now it looks like they have gone down. Why???

Apparently

Seth's new word this week is apparently. He is even using it correctly. There is just something intellectual about a 5 year old saying apparently.

Kam's broken leg

Yep, that's right, Kamryn has a broken leg. At least that is what the doctors think. Her leg was really hurting her last Thursday so I took her to the doctor and they took x-rays. Turns out her soft tissue is too swollen to see what is going on so they put her in a splint and we go to see an orthopedist on Wednesday for them to do more x-rays.

How did it happen you all ask?... Older child holding her and then putting her down not quite right. Her legs folded underneath her but 20 lbs is heavy on a little baby leg. Word to the wise, there is no reason for a child younger than 10 years old (and even 10 is pushing it) to pick up and carry the baby.

She will heal and all will be fine. I will update you on Wednesday.

I had a great time going to lunch today with my lady friends and wonder why we don't do that more often.  (of course the answer is kids, work, errands, and busy lives in general)

Anywho...we had a great time and I am glad Em could come over and visit for a while.  She is the only thing I miss about West Jordan.  It sure would be nice to live across the street from her now that we both stay home and we could just lay around and watch our kids play.  But I guess I will just drive to her house and she to mine and hopefully our friendship will continue to flourish.

I used to love summer

I have always been a summer lover.  The hotter the better.  I love laying in the sunshine and going to the pool.  I could spend all day working in my yard and soaking up the sun but this summer was very different.

After I had Kam it seems as if my body opened all of it's sweat valves.  This summer was just way too hot.  I barely spent any time outside and only golfed one time.  It took all I had in me to set up the kids pool just so I could lay in it and cool off.  I feel like I was sweating all day and all night.  And if you know me you will know that sweating and I are not friends.  I hate the feeling of perspiration, I hate that my skin gets all flushed, and most importantly I feel like it contributes to my acne.  (My skin looked shitty all summer too!)

I had the air conditioning turned to about 72 all summer and I would still sweat in the house.  I would take a shower just to wash off and then I would start sweating again as I was getting dressed.  It was absolutely frustrating.  Stupid hormones.

Now I guess I love fall.  Man it has been great with highs of only 75 degrees.  Maybe I should look forward to winter and just become one of "those people"!

Gratitude journal

So I recently started a job and I have been a little bit negative about it.  Mainly because I was looking for something really part time and it has turned out that I am working about 30 hours a week which is almost full time.  Anyway, I have decided to write about this in my gratitude journal because even though I am working more hours than I expected I am in fact grateful to have a job.  There are many out there who are out of work and can't make ends meet so I am grateful for the newly added income to our household.  It is all about blessings in disguise.

New job

It is hard to have started a job.  On 3 occasions now I have made plans and then have had to cancel them as I have realized that I have a job that I have to go to.  (Sorry Michael, I won't be making it to your BBQ unless the post office decides to let me have a Saturday off.)

However, tonight was the first night I found myself actually looking forward to going to work.  Mail is funny.  The things people write and the stupid things people do.  I will admit that time goes by fast and I don't get bored.  I'll take the pay too.  It's not that bad having a job.  I am sure that December will suck and I am not looking forward to that but my goal is to have all Christmas shopping done so I can just focus on enjoying the holidays while working my ass off!

I am glad that it is really easy and I am pretty good at it.  (I am not bragging, an idiot could do this job)  Since I am just a step above an idiot I suspect I will be there for a while...

Pure honesty of children

Here I am again telling a funny story about the honesty of children...

This takes place about a week ago.  I wake up to the whispering of children.  I throw on some pajamas and come out into the hall as I hear Seth saying, "Ryker be quiet so we don't wake up Mom."  I poke my head around the corner just as they are going down the stairs and Seth gets upset at Ryker because he was too noisy.  I innocently ask, "Were you trying to surprise Mom?"  Seth immediately replies, "No.  We were trying to sneak capri suns before breakfast."

How could I not let them have capri suns after that?  I chuckled at how honest he was despite the fact that he knew he shouldn't be having capri suns at breakfast.

Turning 30

Well, I celebrated my 30th birthday today.  It is kind of weird to think I have been around for 30 years.  I don't feel old by any means and I am already prepared for my thirties to be the hardest 10 years of my life.  I will be raising my children while my metabolism is changing and my hormones are going out of whack.  I think I am geared up for survival mode to just make it to 40 where I hear things get better as children get older and there is more sex with your spouse.

Speaking of sex, Joe took me to Wendover for my birthday weekend for a child free, sleeping in, drinking beer weekend.  It was supposed to be filled with sex (at least that is what I thought).  We got out there Saturday night and both were so tired we just went right to sleep.  Since we went to sleep so early we got up early (no sleeping in).  We went golfing, got really drunk, had some sex, went and saw Larry the Cable guy and had a good time.  Then I got heat stroke...I guess beer all day on a hot day outside golfing isn't exactly hydrating.  So I was sick all night and all day today.  Needless to say - on my birthday (child free) weekend I only got lucky twice.  :(

I got wonderful gifts for my birthday and I really had a great time.  Sure beats just going to the state fair for my birthday.  

I also got two new tattoos for my b-day and they look great.  I got Ryker's handprint right next to seth's on my back and I also got the namaste "ohm" symbol on my forearm.  They were fun.  Man, tattoos are addictive.  I already can't wait to get another!

I sure do love Joe.  He did a great job making sure I had a wonderful birthday.  He bought me the most beautiful charm bracelet with a cute little flip-flop charm on it (he went to Jared!).  They kids got me 2 dozen roses.  It was wonderful.  He was so romantic and sweet, it just reminded me how much I love him.  Turning 30 is hard for a lot of women but it was great for me!

Pure honesty of children

I am telling this story simply for memory sake and to make you laugh.  Some of you have heard this before and if you have, read it again because it will still make you laugh.

This story dates back to last summer when I was pregnant with Kamryn and I was in the bathroom getting ready for the day.  Seth came in to the bathroom as he usually does while I am getting ready and was sitting on the toilet chatting with me.  He mentioned that my belly was getting huge.  I explained to him that when there is a baby growing in mommy's tummy her belly gets bigger and bigger.  I further explained that it will continue to grow because Kamryn was inside and she was growing bigger and bigger.  Seth looked at me with a puzzled look on his face and then frankly asked, "Mom, are you growing a baby in your butt too?"

I about died laughing and at the same time was completely mortified.

back online

Well, I am sorry to upset you all but I started my blog and then poof my computer took a crap...booooo. Now I have my new computer up and running so I can really start this blog.

Actually, I am lying a little bit because I have had this computer up and running for over a week but at the same time I started a new job and have not had the time to blog. But oh the stories I have to tell...so stay tuned and I will type more tomorrow. For today I have to sign off yet again and get ready to go to work.

3 day weekend yay!

Disclaimer

This is my first post to my blog so I am writing a disclaimer. This is my personal space to tell stories, vent frustrations, and vocalize wonderment. My posts may include people that surround me so read with caution. I advise you to steer away if you get your feelings easily hurt. Whereas this is not my intent you control your reaction which I cannot be responsible for!
However, you may also enjoy reading because some funny stuff goes on around the household of a domestic goddess...