We've (and when I say we've, I mean the kids) have gotten through 2 big accomplishments in the last few days.
One is that Josh is now fully potty trained. We had been putting Josh in diapers for bedtimes (nap and at nighttime), mainly because we were lazy. I didn't want to deal with the bed-wetting, getting up in the middle of the night again, and washing sheets, comforters and whatever else got wet. I know, it was just plain and simple laziness. He had been dry during naps, so those went first and then he'd been dry for a while at nighttime too. So, we figured there was no better time to do it then now - with Brad being home and all. And I'm proud to say that Josh is now fully potty trained. He had been going without a diaper for a while now during his naps, but just last week we started putting him in underwear at night too. And yes, he did have a few accidents - but I think those are over (but of course, I just jinxed myself and he'll pee in his bed tonight). So yay!
The second is that Maddie is off the bottle! Whahoo!! I was sick of the mess with bottles. The ones that she had been using were starting to leak and then she'd carry them all over the place upside down - ugh, what a mess! So I threw all of them away, and now she is on sippy cups. She's not drinking quite as much milk as she was before, but I don't think she's really noticed that she isn't getting a bottle anymore. Now, if we can just get rid of the binkie...yeah, right! Baby steps, baby steps!
5.20.2009
5.17.2009
Farm Days
Ok, this isn't working for me and I'm getting really frustrated. So this is how this post is going to stay. The pictures won't move and I can't copy and paste my post at the top, so look at the pictures and read the post at the bottom. Errrr!
Well Josh had Farm Days at school on Thursday where we walked over to the local high school and had a field trip. There were baby chicks, chickens, turkeys, goats, horses, a pony, a day old calf, and lots and lots of tractors. Josh had a blast and it so fun to see all of his little classmates interact with each other. I volunteered that day to help out (which is another added benefit of Brad being home, because he was able to watch Maddie while I did this). There were enough volunteers to each have 2 children, and it worked out perfect. After the kids got a chance to see all of the animals, we headed over to the local playground to let the kids burn off some energy. Then we headed back to school where the kids ate a snack and did show and tell. It was really nice to be able to see Josh interact with the kids when he didn't know I was watching him. It felt really great to be able to do that. I also got a chance to talk with a few of the other mothers, and that was great too! Here are a few pictures of his day.
Well Josh had Farm Days at school on Thursday where we walked over to the local high school and had a field trip. There were baby chicks, chickens, turkeys, goats, horses, a pony, a day old calf, and lots and lots of tractors. Josh had a blast and it so fun to see all of his little classmates interact with each other. I volunteered that day to help out (which is another added benefit of Brad being home, because he was able to watch Maddie while I did this). There were enough volunteers to each have 2 children, and it worked out perfect. After the kids got a chance to see all of the animals, we headed over to the local playground to let the kids burn off some energy. Then we headed back to school where the kids ate a snack and did show and tell. It was really nice to be able to see Josh interact with the kids when he didn't know I was watching him. It felt really great to be able to do that. I also got a chance to talk with a few of the other mothers, and that was great too! Here are a few pictures of his day.5.16.2009
Mother's Day
Well this is really late, but posting on Mother's Day is still important to me. It was fairly laid back, but good nonetheless. Brad took Josh with him to the store and the kids got me a beautiful bouquet of yellow tulips - very pretty, a card, and some milk duds (my favorite candy). I also have an IOU for a pedicure. So hopefully I can cash that in sometime soon! I can't wait, I haven't had a pedicure in such a long time. But I also wanted to wait until the weather got a little warmer, so I didn't waste it (which now, that weather is here).
There was no breakfast in bed or jewelry, but Brad did take care of the kids for a huge part of the day. He also did the dishes and some laundry, so I really didn't have to lift a finger. The night was also followed by going out to dinner and getting ice cream after that. It was a really nice and relaxing day, and I'm so thankful to have such a great family.
There was no breakfast in bed or jewelry, but Brad did take care of the kids for a huge part of the day. He also did the dishes and some laundry, so I really didn't have to lift a finger. The night was also followed by going out to dinner and getting ice cream after that. It was a really nice and relaxing day, and I'm so thankful to have such a great family.
5.15.2009
Catch Up Post
Well I don't even know where to start. It's been a while since I've written anything. I have tons of stuff to write, but not enough time to do it. A lot has happened since I last wrote. It's hard to even focus on what to write - my mind is racing and doesn't know which way to go. Well, and it could be that I've had a migraine today and I should probably be in bed right now.
First off, I've started working out again. I've taken all of my measurements, written down how much I weigh (all of which I will not be sharing) and have been using the elliptical for 30 minutes 3 times a week. I hate working out, but it is a must after having kids. I used to be one of those lucky few who didn't really need to work out or had to watch what I eat. But alas, after having kids those days are long gone. I'm trying to get rid of the mommy pooch and control my mommy booty - and booty it has become! Like I said, I hate working out - but I feel so much better after I have. Now I just need to work on what I eat. It is so hard to control what I eat and how much I eat. I need to stop drinking pop and also work on portion control. I don't want to starve myself. But not drinking pop anymore, and drinking cry.stal li.ght has helped me so much in the past.
Let's see what else - well we've gotten a couple of bids on our yard. We've got so much land, we're not quite sure what to do with it. A big problem for us is that we can't get irrigation where we live. So all of the water that we use - for the yard and inside the house - comes off of our well. So we won't be able to have a ton of grass, but there will be plenty. Brad had thought about doing it himself (since he does have so much time on his hands), but decided against the headache. We did get a bid that is reasonably priced for sprinklers and hydroseed. We wanted to get sod, but that would have killed the budget! So I will take some before and after pictures and post those when everything starts to happen - which will probably be next week! Yea!
I have a lot more to say, but will write different posts on Mother's Day and Josh had Farm Days at school as well.
First off, I've started working out again. I've taken all of my measurements, written down how much I weigh (all of which I will not be sharing) and have been using the elliptical for 30 minutes 3 times a week. I hate working out, but it is a must after having kids. I used to be one of those lucky few who didn't really need to work out or had to watch what I eat. But alas, after having kids those days are long gone. I'm trying to get rid of the mommy pooch and control my mommy booty - and booty it has become! Like I said, I hate working out - but I feel so much better after I have. Now I just need to work on what I eat. It is so hard to control what I eat and how much I eat. I need to stop drinking pop and also work on portion control. I don't want to starve myself. But not drinking pop anymore, and drinking cry.stal li.ght has helped me so much in the past.
Let's see what else - well we've gotten a couple of bids on our yard. We've got so much land, we're not quite sure what to do with it. A big problem for us is that we can't get irrigation where we live. So all of the water that we use - for the yard and inside the house - comes off of our well. So we won't be able to have a ton of grass, but there will be plenty. Brad had thought about doing it himself (since he does have so much time on his hands), but decided against the headache. We did get a bid that is reasonably priced for sprinklers and hydroseed. We wanted to get sod, but that would have killed the budget! So I will take some before and after pictures and post those when everything starts to happen - which will probably be next week! Yea!
I have a lot more to say, but will write different posts on Mother's Day and Josh had Farm Days at school as well.
5.06.2009
I'm on Strike!
Well as my fac.eboo.k page states "I'm on strike". As most of you know, Brad has been home for a while now, and things are starting to get a little testy! We are T minus 20 days until he goes back to work, and so far our total fight count is 2. And I'm not talking 2 little ones, no it's been 2 huge fights.
It's frustrating on both ends. Now that he's home, he knows what I go through EVERY day! I do all the cooking, cleaning, mopping, sweeping, laundry, dishes, taking care of the bills, balancing the checkbook, and that doesn't even include taking care of 2 kids.
So today, we had a fight because he is off helping a friend build a fence. Yes, it's good because it keeps him busy. Yes, you should always help friends. But what he says to me is, "don't get too used to me being home" - ok, well I won't. And since when has he ever taken care of both kids, and kept up everything I do? Umm...let's think, never! Men, just don't get it sometimes. And sometimes I wonder - what would it be like to be a daddy? Oh, so easy. From where I stand, it's go to work, come home and maybe help out a little while I make dinner. And I'm a stay-at-home mom. I can't even begin to imagine what it would be like as a working mother. You have all of jobs that I do, plus a working job on top of that. Sheesh!
So, I'm on strike. No doing the dishes today, laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cooking, etc. And hopefully no one just stops by, because it's a mess!
It's frustrating on both ends. Now that he's home, he knows what I go through EVERY day! I do all the cooking, cleaning, mopping, sweeping, laundry, dishes, taking care of the bills, balancing the checkbook, and that doesn't even include taking care of 2 kids.
So today, we had a fight because he is off helping a friend build a fence. Yes, it's good because it keeps him busy. Yes, you should always help friends. But what he says to me is, "don't get too used to me being home" - ok, well I won't. And since when has he ever taken care of both kids, and kept up everything I do? Umm...let's think, never! Men, just don't get it sometimes. And sometimes I wonder - what would it be like to be a daddy? Oh, so easy. From where I stand, it's go to work, come home and maybe help out a little while I make dinner. And I'm a stay-at-home mom. I can't even begin to imagine what it would be like as a working mother. You have all of jobs that I do, plus a working job on top of that. Sheesh!
So, I'm on strike. No doing the dishes today, laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cooking, etc. And hopefully no one just stops by, because it's a mess!
5.03.2009
Date Night
So my friend, Ashlee and her boyfriend Jeff were making a trip to Tri-Cities from Seattle and our house is on the way - so they decided to stop by and see our house on Friday night. They stayed for dinner and it was nice getting to catch up and talk with other adults! And the kids loved it too!
Then on Saturday night Brad and I drove down to Tri-Cities and went out to dinner with them and then hung out at Ashlee's brother's house afterwards. It was nice to go out to dinner again and nice to not have to pick up food off the floor, think of things to do to keep the kids busy - you know, what usually happens at a dinner with adults - great conversation, drinking, etc. Sorry that was a really long sentence.
After dinner, which probably lasted 2.5 hours!! Yikes. We headed to Chad's house and played ping pong - oh, the good old days. It was so refreshing to have a night "out on the town" without the kiddos and be with friends. Grandma and Grandpa watched the kids, and they did great. We didn't end up leaving Chad's until 10pm!!! I know, I know. It was a really late night for the kids and I felt a little guilty for keeping them up so late, but it was only one night - and they did fine the next day as well. We didn't get home until midnight, but the kids fell asleep instantly in the car and it was a quite ride home. We probably would have stayed the night in Tri-Cities, if Maddie was a little older. She still sleeps in her crib - so maybe next year :)
So here's a toast to good friends, great date night, and to having babysitters!
Then on Saturday night Brad and I drove down to Tri-Cities and went out to dinner with them and then hung out at Ashlee's brother's house afterwards. It was nice to go out to dinner again and nice to not have to pick up food off the floor, think of things to do to keep the kids busy - you know, what usually happens at a dinner with adults - great conversation, drinking, etc. Sorry that was a really long sentence.
After dinner, which probably lasted 2.5 hours!! Yikes. We headed to Chad's house and played ping pong - oh, the good old days. It was so refreshing to have a night "out on the town" without the kiddos and be with friends. Grandma and Grandpa watched the kids, and they did great. We didn't end up leaving Chad's until 10pm!!! I know, I know. It was a really late night for the kids and I felt a little guilty for keeping them up so late, but it was only one night - and they did fine the next day as well. We didn't get home until midnight, but the kids fell asleep instantly in the car and it was a quite ride home. We probably would have stayed the night in Tri-Cities, if Maddie was a little older. She still sleeps in her crib - so maybe next year :)
So here's a toast to good friends, great date night, and to having babysitters!
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