My brain is lost somewhere. Between Friday and Tuesday I have been to a store 3 times due to my absent mindedness. Yet, even tonight I sit here having forgotten to write “laundry detergent” on my list (I only have enough left for one load-I need a constant stock of detergentfor my perpetually growing mound of dirty laundry) and will have to go again tomorrow for another quick trip to a store. Which I hate shopping. Just now I put all the clothes in the dryer, threw in softner sheets, closed the door and walked away. Fortunately I only got half way down the hall before I remebered I did not turn it on and I don’t have one of those dryers that turns itself on. *Heavy sigh* If I only had a brain. I used to have one. I just don’t know where it has gone. Anyone up for a visit to OZ? Now where did I put those ruby slippers…probably somewhere over the rainbow.
Sugar and spice and everything nice/Snips and snails and puppy dog tails April 28, 2008
We had an ultrasound last week and the baby is without a doubt a girl! My daughter is very excited-my son still not quite understanding when I asked what he thinks about a baby girl coming to live with us said “A baby…ok, yeh.” I know when joyous parents showed me their grainy ultrasound pics, all proud, I would smile and say “Sure I can see the face-looks like a cutie.” I know people indulge me now-but I still must show them:
To the left is a full body shot-baby facing forward. At the time she was laying on her back facing up. I know I can see little toes to the left of that pic (she is in the typical fetal position.) To the right is a profile shot-my Uncle wanted to know if her nose was in the air. They said everything looks good and she is about 2 lbs 2 oz at this point. Still due end of July.
That evening my neice had her baby boy. I haven’t met him yet but I am looking forward to meeting this handsome little man:
Welcome to the family li’l guy!
Humbled April 27, 2008
I know of someone who is going through a very difficult time right now. This person doesn’t have anyone to hold their hand through this crisis which I find very disturbing. They are very confused and having to make major, life altering decisions on their own. I absolutely can not even imagine this and it completely humbles me to know that I have so many people in my life that I know if I were the person going through this, not only would I have a strong hand to hold but I would be carried though the situation. In a life crisis such as this one I know I would never be alone. If you will…Remember my friend in your thoughts and prayers and kiss and hug everyone who loves you unconditionally.
Passion April 19, 2008
Three-toed sloth with baby (Bradypus variegatus)
I am not talking about the passion between lovers, perhaps that would be an interesting topic for the future. I am talking about the complete, all consuming passion some people have for certain things. I was watching an animal documentary the other day and was more fascinated by the man’s total passion for the creatures than the animals themselves. I mean he was completely over the moon about getting to see a sloth defecate. I was glad event itself was edited out and felt a little bad for the poor thing. I know what it’s like to have one’s bathroom privacy invaded, let alone the fact they only get to do this every 7-10 days. I digress. Passion is one of the reasons I enjoy broadway (although I rarely get to go) and musicals and plays so much. It is so exciting to see these people living their passion. I am as entertained by their love for what they do as with the music, acting and story. Aside form being passionate about one’s family it amazes me when someone finds their own personal passion and then has the determination to follow their heart.
On Monogamy April 16, 2008
I have two times tried to comment on my best friends blog with no success so I am going to respond to something she mentioned here. It made me think her #76 of 100 things about me (BTW way to go I started one of these long ago but never finished-kudos to ya kiddo.) You can read the entire thing here if the link works. She said something to the effect that she believes if you are in say for an example a sexless marriage, you still love the person and have kids, maybe it’s ok not to get a divorce, perhaps cheating is ok and I respect that as her opinion. However, I don’t agree. I think if you really love that person you will do as much as you can to work it out-counseling, a sex therapist-whatever you think might correct the problem. Sorry but if there isn’t any sex at all there’s a problem unless there never was much sex but if you have kids there must have been a little. In any case if you knew the sex was bad to begin with-that’s on you-thinking marriage would make it better-you need a slap on the head. Marriage is tough. Society is tough on marriage in many ways but one is the extreme overall acceptance of cheating. It doesn’t shock me anymore to find out someone had or is having an affair. The thing is, deception is not the way. Creating an illusion to your spouse and kids that it’s all ok is harmful to everyone. I hate to tell ya-the majority of spouses can tell when you are cheating no matter how sneaky you think you are-they know, might be painfully looking the other way, but they know. I did think for a short short moment that maybe, just maybe, if both parties are in agreement then it might be ok to live this way-but not for the kids. Kids are so much smarter than you give them credit for-they’ll figure it out or see something or hear something and then what? They will be shattered. Now they know their parent is a cheat, a liar, not living up to their commitment-when they thought everything was peaches and cream. They will see the pain the other spouse is going through. Divorce is awful but staying together for convenience sake or because you say you still “love” your spouse is just as awful. You might still care about them and love them on some level but at this point if you’re thinking of an affair this love is probably more of an affection for someone you feel comfortable with. I honestly believe if you really love your spouse but are no longer happy you should let them go…let them try to find happiness too. Is it fair to go outside the marriage while the other person is totally loyal and commited because the think that you are? I call it greedy, wanting to eat your cake and have it too. Sure, I know people who have had affairs-I don’t condemn them-I just don’t have any respect for their actions. This is wishful thinking on my part but I would like to see the acceptance of this swing the other way. One of the reasons I think gay marriages should be legal-I believe in commitment and family. Everyone should have that right-but it should not be entered into lightly.
A Wee Bit O’ Humor April 13, 2008
I got this link in an e-mail labeled: Finally, a nice picture of the top 3 candidates together…..http://www.politicalreps.com/uploaded_images/whoareyouvotingfor-793258.jpg
Your Apology is Insufficient April 6, 2008
“Your Apology is Insufficient” this is a line I heard on Power Ranger’s (my daughter loves this show.) I wanted to document this statement and file it away in case I need it in the future.
Side note: in case you’re interested in the Power Ranger’s, currently there are many to choose from, they rival the number of CSI/CIS’s.
Melt my heart April 2, 2008
So just a little update on the car situation-at present we do not have any-however we did find out it was an off duty (probably drunk but we’ll never know) police officer that hit our car. Luckily his pleas to cover this up fell on deaf ears. Also we are lucky enough to know someone that has connections in that district to get us this info as I have been told it takes 3 or more weeks for the insurance cos to get the police report. So I can sort of rest a little easy that we will get our $ back but looking for 2 cars-totally stinks.
My daughter starts softball next week-I am looking forward to seeing how she will do- it will be her first team and her cousin will be on the team with her-a bunch of 5 year olds-should be interesting.
Speaking of 5 year olds and well we’ll add in 2 year olds…lately around here seems like I am in constant debate and negotiations with these young people. They sure do keep me on my toes. Seriously, when people say motherhood is the toughest job in the world-they ain’t kiddin’. It is also the most rewarding job one could ever hope to have. On my worst day last week my son came up to me, leaned on my knees, looked up with his big baby blues and said “you’re a pretty mommy.” I might be helping to mold them but I am putty in their hands.
