Fall is FINALLY here! :P I am so excited, too. The past few days have been wonderful and the highs have only been in the 80s. :-) This time of year is the best for me because I always seem to be really on the ball when it comes to my writing. I guess it has something to do with the inspiration the changing of the seasons gives me...I don't really know. I do know I"m looking VERY forward to pumpkin spiced lattes from Starbucks, making autumn crafts with Noah and Haleigh, and being able to go outside at 4pm without feeling like a melting Popsicle.
Also, I found out today that me and Caleb got accepted for Diamond Dash 2011, so here's to winning some $15,000 bling! Although, I'd probably try to sell it so we can pay off our car...oh the joys of growing up. *grin* Getting ready to get off of here and get in some one on one time with Bug. Haleigh decided she only wanted to sleep for 45 minutes earlier while Noah was napping, so she is asleep again now. Ciao friends.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Monday, August 29, 2011
Sleepy
Got woke up by our rude neighbors this morning at 4am. I honestly wasn't really that upset about it because it's not worth my time or energy to get mad at something that isn't going to change. But so help me, if they start waking my babies up, then I'm going to have to say something. They blast their music until at least 11pm most nights and it is so loud. We normally have to end up turning off our TV and heading to bed because we can't hear what's going on, on the television. Then, they are up at weird hours every night, last night was 4am, making a ton of racket, yelling at each other and running back and forth across their apartment. It is seriously annoying, especially since I am normally up around 6ish.
We went ahead and signed another one year lease here because we LOVE the apartment complex. Almost everyone here is really nice and the grounds are beautiful. Plus, we can't beat what we are paying in rent, which leaves plenty of money to save and spend on our babies. I shouldn't complain at all because at least we are our of "ghetto salem". That's what I used to call our old apartment, haha. There was so much drug activity and violence on that street so I'm so thankful to God to be where we are now....just a bit confused at people's rudeness. :-(
But, I'm putting that aside and forgiving and moving on. Today I'm taking the kids for a walk as soon as Halebop wakes up. We found a new walking trail out near Black Dog Salvage in Roanoke which is really nice. The only problem is that a large portion of it isn't shaded so we will have to go early mornings or wait until it starts to cool off a bit. I hope everyone has a blessed day and is doing well.
We went ahead and signed another one year lease here because we LOVE the apartment complex. Almost everyone here is really nice and the grounds are beautiful. Plus, we can't beat what we are paying in rent, which leaves plenty of money to save and spend on our babies. I shouldn't complain at all because at least we are our of "ghetto salem". That's what I used to call our old apartment, haha. There was so much drug activity and violence on that street so I'm so thankful to God to be where we are now....just a bit confused at people's rudeness. :-(
But, I'm putting that aside and forgiving and moving on. Today I'm taking the kids for a walk as soon as Halebop wakes up. We found a new walking trail out near Black Dog Salvage in Roanoke which is really nice. The only problem is that a large portion of it isn't shaded so we will have to go early mornings or wait until it starts to cool off a bit. I hope everyone has a blessed day and is doing well.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Vagueblogging
Which I am choosing to do, lol. There are certain details that I will keep to myself about yesterday evenings events.*grin* I will say that last night was a BLAST and it was so nice getting to feel like an adult again. I actually went entire evening without using the word "potty" so I feel quite accomplished. :-) This morning Caleb and I got up, took our time getting ready and headed to Hardees and Starbucks for biscuits and coffee...YUMMY. Then, we went for a 2 mile walk, which I was proud about. We totally could have lounged around the house all day being lazy but what fun would that have been, right? We were close to The Grandin so we stopped in and watched The Help, which was A-MAY-ZING. Seriously one of the better movies I've seen in a while. Then, I went to pick the kids up from my parents and had a great time snuggling and getting in my baby lovings. :-) I seriously missed them so much when they were gone, but I got a much needed break, for which I am VERY thankful.
Well, it's off of here now to head to bed as I am quite exhausted.
Well, it's off of here now to head to bed as I am quite exhausted.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Party Time!!!
Today I will be reintroduced to society...at least that's how it feels, haha. My parents are watching the kids tonight and I'm going out partying with a large group of friends. First we're hitting up Bdubs and then heading downtown for some clubbing. I haven't done that in YEARS! So, even though I will probably be exhausted by 11 tonight, I'm going to push through the sleepiness and have an awesome time. And the great news is that I get to sleep in as late as I want tomorrow morning; as long as our rude neighbors aren't being loud at 5am.
Ok, well, off of here now to play with my babies. Even though I'm so excited to have a night out, I'm going to miss those little boogers like CRAZY! Hope all of you have a great Friday.
Ok, well, off of here now to play with my babies. Even though I'm so excited to have a night out, I'm going to miss those little boogers like CRAZY! Hope all of you have a great Friday.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Sesame Street Saved My Life
I know, I know. I shouldn't use the TV as a babysitter. But Noah absolutely LOVES Sesame Street so it's an hour out of my day when I can get breakfast cleaned up and get started on the laundry. As a parent, we learn to utilize every tool available, and I have to admit, a bit of bribery with that big yellow bird has come in handy more times than I can count. Meltdowns are erased when I threaten to take away Elmo if a certain little boy doesn't behave and that makes for a much smoother day. Upon saying that, we watch very little television in our house. Normally, the kids and I are out for at least two walks a day, hanging out at the library or making frequent trips to my favorite place...STARBUCKS!
Recently, though, I have felt quite alone most of the time. It's hard for me when I go for walks and see girls hanging out with their friends and I sometimes feel like I am pretty alone. It's hard enough being a stay at home mom, but then feeling like you're going through it without a friend to vent your frustrations to is just really difficult. I know that things will get better and I always do my best to have a positive outlook. Yesterday was really hard, though, because I got another rejection letter in the mail for a job I had applied for. It feels like no one cares that I have a Bachelor's degree, because I've spent the last two years "out of work". Well, for anyone who is a stay at home parent, you will agree that just because we are "out of work" doesn't mean we aren't working. Sheesh. So yeah, that's my little rant of the day.
Well, it's off of here to start this day. Praying that God keeps the toddler tantrums to a minimum today and that we are able to get out of the house for a while without it raining too much.
Recently, though, I have felt quite alone most of the time. It's hard for me when I go for walks and see girls hanging out with their friends and I sometimes feel like I am pretty alone. It's hard enough being a stay at home mom, but then feeling like you're going through it without a friend to vent your frustrations to is just really difficult. I know that things will get better and I always do my best to have a positive outlook. Yesterday was really hard, though, because I got another rejection letter in the mail for a job I had applied for. It feels like no one cares that I have a Bachelor's degree, because I've spent the last two years "out of work". Well, for anyone who is a stay at home parent, you will agree that just because we are "out of work" doesn't mean we aren't working. Sheesh. So yeah, that's my little rant of the day.
Well, it's off of here to start this day. Praying that God keeps the toddler tantrums to a minimum today and that we are able to get out of the house for a while without it raining too much.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Let me start this post by admitting that I used to have a horrible bad habit...I bit my nails. But then, when I got pregnant with Noah, I had no desire to do that, what so ever. Perhaps it was because the prenatals I was taking made them grow super fast, and they finally looked pretty. I haven't bit my nails for TWO WHOLE YEARS!!! But tonight, that all changed.
I watched Final Destination in 3-D and now all I have left in place of my nails are sad little stumps. I blame this totally on Caleb of course as he forced me (kicking and screaming) into the theater to watch that terrible movie. Can you keep a secret? I actually was excited to go but don't let him know that, hee hee hee. *grin* It was pretty good and I was impressed that they didn't overuse the 3-D but my nerves were totally shot.
Then, we got back home to a screaming Halebop (she missed her mommy and daddy) but was fine as soon as she was in Mama's arms.
All in all, it was a great evening. The day was stressful but getting to go on a date with hubby was so much fun...and much needed. And we're even more blessed because my parents are watching the kids Friday night and all day Saturday so hubby and I are heading out to Bdubs to party it up...drinks and fun with friends! Night everyone!!!
I watched Final Destination in 3-D and now all I have left in place of my nails are sad little stumps. I blame this totally on Caleb of course as he forced me (kicking and screaming) into the theater to watch that terrible movie. Can you keep a secret? I actually was excited to go but don't let him know that, hee hee hee. *grin* It was pretty good and I was impressed that they didn't overuse the 3-D but my nerves were totally shot.
Then, we got back home to a screaming Halebop (she missed her mommy and daddy) but was fine as soon as she was in Mama's arms.
All in all, it was a great evening. The day was stressful but getting to go on a date with hubby was so much fun...and much needed. And we're even more blessed because my parents are watching the kids Friday night and all day Saturday so hubby and I are heading out to Bdubs to party it up...drinks and fun with friends! Night everyone!!!
Earthquake?
So, I've been reading about the earthquake that just happened on Facebook. Apparently, EVERYONE felt it except for me, lol. Maybe I was just too busy running around playing with the kids to really notice it. Or maybe it's because the neighbors upstairs run around and make a ton of noise and ruckus everyday, that I just didn't notice it. Somehow, I feel a bit left out, lol. Anyways, that's my random post of the day.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Growing up Way Too Fast
So, Noah is officially 19 months old as of Saturday...BOO! :-( In 8 days, Bop turns 5 months. I just can't stand it somedays...my kids are growing up WAY TOO FAST! I have new pictures of them but I haven't uploaded them to the computer yet, but as soon as I do, I will post an update. Right now it's off of here to fix Noah some breakfast, as he is a very cranky little boy until he gets his belly full, which reminds me so much of his Daddy, it's not funny. :-)
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Perfection
Today was a great start to the weekend. The weather was beautiful today and being able to spend it with my family made everything perfect. :-) Caleb worked this morning but when he got home we headed to Bellacino's for lunch (YUMMY) and then went out to Bubblecake for dessert. The kids had taken naps early and were in pretty good moods so we headed downtown to do some shopping. It really was a perfect day and I'm so thankful for it. Now, it's off of here to take a quick shower and then get the little ones ready for bed.
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