I'm about to tell you about the strangest dream I had last night, and before you ask, no I am not pregnant or currently trying to be pregnant, so this was not a crazy-lady hormone induced dream.
Last night I woke up with a pounding heart after dreaming that Brad Pitt and some other actor, who was his next door neighbor (who doesn't have a name in this dream), both had their identities stolen. Then, just as the news was breaking that they had their identities stolen, their houses both blew up (with a great crowd watching). Brad escaped, but his next door neighbor got blown up inside of his house.
Yikes.
Although there are very clear possibilities for why I had such a dream. You will remember that Matt's identity got stolen back in November. Now my identity has been stolen, and I've been receiving credit cards from numerous retailers, the most interesting being a store called "Palais Royal" that I have never heard of.
The blowing up of houses part has probably more to do with the news that came out yesterday about Kim Jong-un who wants to take out Austin, Texas with his nuclear missiles.
While neither of these things is actually bothering me that much, you would probably agree with Matt who said, "Wow. That's some deep-seeded anxiety."
Whatever. And that, my friends, is why I wear a night guard. Have a happy Saturday/Easter Weekend!
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
a reason for you to judge me
I'm giving you a reason to judge me today. This is more commonly known as "confessions."
Today I have just one.
Happy Tuesday!
Today I have just one.
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Dear Pinterest, Thank You
Thank you, Pinterest.
If it was not for you, all pregnancy announcements and gender revelations would be rather boring and uneventful. How did we do it before we released the color balloons and baked the cakes with the pink and blue insides?
If it was not for you, I wouldn't have gone to a party yesterday where at least 50% of the girls were wearing mint and coral, with matching bubble necklaces.
If it was not for you, I would have long since forgotten the mason jar, and I definitely would not have been drinking out of one with a pixi straw... like I have done at least a handful of times in the last year.
If it was not for you, my kiddo's 3rd birthday party would not have been nearly as awesome... as I wouldn't have ever thought to make white chocolate candies that resemble bacon and eggs, and I definitely would not have made that awesome doughnut cake.
If it was not for you, I definitely would have had less variety at my dinner table this past year or so. I also would have never tried those roasted Brussels sprouts.
Surely I have much, much more I ought to thank you for, Pinterest, but my kids just woke up, so I will have to do it later.
If it was not for you, all pregnancy announcements and gender revelations would be rather boring and uneventful. How did we do it before we released the color balloons and baked the cakes with the pink and blue insides?
If it was not for you, I wouldn't have gone to a party yesterday where at least 50% of the girls were wearing mint and coral, with matching bubble necklaces.
If it was not for you, I would have long since forgotten the mason jar, and I definitely would not have been drinking out of one with a pixi straw... like I have done at least a handful of times in the last year.
If it was not for you, my kiddo's 3rd birthday party would not have been nearly as awesome... as I wouldn't have ever thought to make white chocolate candies that resemble bacon and eggs, and I definitely would not have made that awesome doughnut cake.
If it was not for you, I definitely would have had less variety at my dinner table this past year or so. I also would have never tried those roasted Brussels sprouts.
Surely I have much, much more I ought to thank you for, Pinterest, but my kids just woke up, so I will have to do it later.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
I must never go to sleep early again.
It seems like lately when I make the responsible choice to go to sleep early, like before 10, I almost ALWAYS find myself awake in the middle of the night. Just unable to sleep. I would much rather go to sleep at 2 AM and wake up at 7 AM, than go to sleep at 10PM and wake up at 3AM. Of course the best option would be to go to sleep at 10PM and wake up at 6AM, but that didn't happen last night.
Usually after tossing and turning for an hour or more, I give up.
Unfortunately I think I will be sorry I didn't sleep today because it is a TWO BIRTHDAY PARTIES + an EASTER EGG HUNT kind of day. Me and my lack of sleep are going to embrace it ALL my friends.
And because I will need a lot of prayer mixed with a little humor to make it today, I thought I'd share some humor with you.
Usually after tossing and turning for an hour or more, I give up.
Unfortunately I think I will be sorry I didn't sleep today because it is a TWO BIRTHDAY PARTIES + an EASTER EGG HUNT kind of day. Me and my lack of sleep are going to embrace it ALL my friends.
And because I will need a lot of prayer mixed with a little humor to make it today, I thought I'd share some humor with you.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Boys
My boys are growing more rambunctious by the day. Henry, who has always been mild, is at a new phase where he just won't sit still. Sam was cray cray since the moment he was born. They both love to scream unintelligible words at each other. Then, just today, even Matt started making the Tarzan-esque noises with them. I'm feeling very outnumbered these days.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Why I might need to change my 30 before 30 list.
As you know, I have a love-hate relationship with my dentist. They love me because I pay their salary plus bonus. I hate them because they shame me into feeling like the worst person on planet earth, and I pay their salary plus bonus, and they bug me all the time to please make an appointment. Hate might be a strong word, but see the texts they keep sending me?? I am rebelling.
Anyway, I have been avoiding the dentist because I'm pretty sure I have a broken filling, and I haven't been interested in spending an arm and a leg to make that right. It doesn't hurt. (I know this makes perfect sense, right?) Plus, like I said, I am also avoiding the shame. Do all dentists make you feel like a bad person or is it just mine?
The very first line on my 30 before 30 list is to go to the dentist and leave without a cavity, and while I have been flossing and consumed a record low in the candy dept. since June, I highly doubt that this will actually happen. I do believe in miracles.
Anyway... I'm also in the market for a dentist. If you like yours, let me know!
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| I just saw that "reply STOP to opt out" line. I need to do that!!! |
The very first line on my 30 before 30 list is to go to the dentist and leave without a cavity, and while I have been flossing and consumed a record low in the candy dept. since June, I highly doubt that this will actually happen. I do believe in miracles.
Anyway... I'm also in the market for a dentist. If you like yours, let me know!
Monday, March 18, 2013
recent downloads
Well, I'm sharing my life with you here on this blog. (Yet again.) Part of that includes my awesome taste in music. (I'm being sarcastic.)
Note to world: If the band doesn't come on the radio, I probably haven't heard of them. Also, even if they do come on the radio, chances are, it will take me half a year before I hear the "latest" hits because I am a cool mom who lets my kids watch Elmo while I drive.
You might judge me, but all your kids are jealous.
Two songs I like right now and just one line from each.
Jason Mraz. "I won't give up."
Favorite line?
When I look into your eyes
It's like watching the night sky
Or a beautiful sunrise
There's so much they hold
I like that line for obvious reasons. (Note: remember who has the "best eyes.") Sorry, can't help the sarcasm.
(Case in point. When I told my sister that I liked this "new" song, her response was, "That's old." I was like, "You mean like a few years old, or what?" She meant a couple months. Although, I'm pretty sure Jason sang this song when we went to his concert at the backyard last summer, so I should have known.)
Hillsong. "I surrender."
Favorite line(s).
"I surrender, I surrender
I want to know You more
I want to know You more..."
Okay, doesn't seem like much there, but add some music and it comes alive. Mainly I like this line cause it's my heart.
You're welcome.
Also, I took a nap yesterday, which is always the end of me when it comes to sleeping through the night. That's why this post was written at 3 AM. Happy Monday!
Note to world: If the band doesn't come on the radio, I probably haven't heard of them. Also, even if they do come on the radio, chances are, it will take me half a year before I hear the "latest" hits because I am a cool mom who lets my kids watch Elmo while I drive.
You might judge me, but all your kids are jealous.
Two songs I like right now and just one line from each.
Jason Mraz. "I won't give up."
Favorite line?
When I look into your eyes
It's like watching the night sky
Or a beautiful sunrise
There's so much they hold
I like that line for obvious reasons. (Note: remember who has the "best eyes.") Sorry, can't help the sarcasm.
(Case in point. When I told my sister that I liked this "new" song, her response was, "That's old." I was like, "You mean like a few years old, or what?" She meant a couple months. Although, I'm pretty sure Jason sang this song when we went to his concert at the backyard last summer, so I should have known.)
Hillsong. "I surrender."
Favorite line(s).
"I surrender, I surrender
I want to know You more
I want to know You more..."
Okay, doesn't seem like much there, but add some music and it comes alive. Mainly I like this line cause it's my heart.
You're welcome.
Also, I took a nap yesterday, which is always the end of me when it comes to sleeping through the night. That's why this post was written at 3 AM. Happy Monday!
Saturday, March 16, 2013
I've been holding out on you...
Since I haven't been writing, I probably didn't tell you that at the beginning of the year, I tried to potty train Henry and then gave up because his anxiety about going #2 in the potty caused some issues, to put it nicely. Read: We had to force the kid to poop.
Anyway, I am sure the experience has scarred him for life because two days ago after lunch, Hen and Sam were playing and I heard him say to Sam, "I know it hurts Sam, but it's going to hurt a lot more if we have to give you a suppository." Word.for.word.
This is what you've been missing out on since I've been gone.
Oh, and this...
Matt and I took our weekly date on Thursday night this week. We decided to eat in the Domain, mainly because both of us needed to get some fresh air and wanted to walk around beforehand. Soooo, as we are walking, we come upon Anthropologie, which I am sure you will agree, is not a store that you just pass by.
So we walk into Anthropologie, and I am admiring the clothes, and then I point to a shirt and say, "I like this." Matt says, "Yeah, I like that." Then, Matt points to this little black "button" on the side seam of the shirt and says, "Are these really 'in' right now? They are on all the shirts."
Ummmm... yes, babe, security sensors are really in style right now.
Hahaha. So funny. We'll blame it on a crazy week at work. Or maybe that's just how he is. :)
Enjoy your Saturday!
Anyway, I am sure the experience has scarred him for life because two days ago after lunch, Hen and Sam were playing and I heard him say to Sam, "I know it hurts Sam, but it's going to hurt a lot more if we have to give you a suppository." Word.for.word.
This is what you've been missing out on since I've been gone.
Oh, and this...
Matt and I took our weekly date on Thursday night this week. We decided to eat in the Domain, mainly because both of us needed to get some fresh air and wanted to walk around beforehand. Soooo, as we are walking, we come upon Anthropologie, which I am sure you will agree, is not a store that you just pass by.
So we walk into Anthropologie, and I am admiring the clothes, and then I point to a shirt and say, "I like this." Matt says, "Yeah, I like that." Then, Matt points to this little black "button" on the side seam of the shirt and says, "Are these really 'in' right now? They are on all the shirts."
Ummmm... yes, babe, security sensors are really in style right now.
Hahaha. So funny. We'll blame it on a crazy week at work. Or maybe that's just how he is. :)
Enjoy your Saturday!
Friday, March 15, 2013
More pictures
Since I haven't posted like all year, I figured I'd round up some stuff on my phone for you. I know, I know, you're all dying because I haven't been around.
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| Train rides at The Domain are becoming more frequent. I feel less ashamed everytime. |
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| Sam LOVES bubbles. |
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| Blurry Pic of Henry's donut cake and his pajama bday party! |
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| I actually made these white chocolate "bacon and egg" candies. Pinterest, yes. |
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| Look at those chunky legs and that sweet face. |
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| We took our first family bowling trip. We all played about as good as Henry. |
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| Boys like wrestling. |
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| Sam already had one haircut, but he's in desperate need of another. I love these overalls. |
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| Making his mommy proud. |
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| Cray cray boy. |
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| Sign of a good week: TWO birthday cakes. |
8 and 9 out of 30
Oh my gosh! I can't believe it's March and I have only posted THREE times this whole year. Today is a new beginning. I am coming back, friends.
Get excited! I completed two more items on my 30 before 30 list! For our SEVENTH anniversary, we went to Uchi AND afterwards went to Gordough's... yes, all in the same night.
Reasoning... we aren't cool and don't make it south of Town Lake very often, so we figured we'd kill two birds with one stone while we were already down "south."
Note, if you are going to go to Uchi, I totally recommend what we did - going EARLY on a Monday night. We waited for 30 minutes! It was dreamy. Oh, and definitely lived up to expectations.
Get excited! I completed two more items on my 30 before 30 list! For our SEVENTH anniversary, we went to Uchi AND afterwards went to Gordough's... yes, all in the same night.
Reasoning... we aren't cool and don't make it south of Town Lake very often, so we figured we'd kill two birds with one stone while we were already down "south."
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| On the patio at Uchi. I'm sporting the black shirt I've owned for 9 years. |
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| Because you aren't cool unless you take pics of your food. |
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| I love donuts. |
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| We got the "Son of a Peach Donut." |
Note, if you are going to go to Uchi, I totally recommend what we did - going EARLY on a Monday night. We waited for 30 minutes! It was dreamy. Oh, and definitely lived up to expectations.
Saturday, March 9, 2013
eventful last couple of weeks
And by "eventful" I mean, Henry turned 3, and Matt and I celebrated our 7th anniversary!
Henry had a "Pancakes and Pajamas meets Planes and Trains" birthday party, and I took the record for creating the longest party theme ever. Here's the latest with Henry...
Funny things he says/does:
Henry: Is that your coffee?
Me: Yes.
Henry: Is it disgusting?
Me: You would think so.
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Hen: Is the sun going down?
Matt: Yes.
Hen: Is it going to the other side of that place?
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Usually when we make a suggestion for him (something we know he likes), he replies, "That sounds like a great idea!"
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Often if I overreact to the kids, I will apologize and often tell Henry that "Mommy needs Jesus." The other day, I began my apology, and Henry, trying to finish my speech for me said, "Jesus needs mommy." Well, no, not quite, but we're close.
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The other day we were getting ready for school, and he goes, "I'm so cute!" We thought we'd start the narcissism early in this family.
Other notable stuff:
Kid is OBSESSED with trains. He could play trains all day, everyday. He is also obsessed with batteries... his favorite game is putting new batteries in toys that "don't work." But he tries to trick us into thinking his toys are out of batteries. I'm considering selling and/or hiding every toy in our house that requires batteries.
He is FULLY capable of being potty trained, but if I am super honest, I have just been so lazy about it. I honestly think if I just put him in undies, he'd do fine. Maybe I'll try it... we will see.
Also, when he has an idea or wants to tell us something, he sticks his pointer finger up in the air while he is talking. Hard to explain, but pretty funny.
He takes awhile to warm up to people, but he is now pretty comfortable with his teachers at MDO, preschool, Bible Study, etc... and he has turned into a chatterbox with them. He remains to be a little shy... he was SO excited for his friends to come to his birthday party, but then when they got there, he almost started crying, and then when everyone had left he said, "My friends all left!" But not in a sad or disappointed tone... more in like a "YES, I can finally relax!" tone.
He is also a homebody. He would be happy staying at home ALL DAY, EVERYDAY, and he whines almost every single morning when I tell him where we are going. (We have morning activities Mon-Thurs plus church on Sunday, which we make it to about 75% of the time.) He always has fun once he gets to school, etc.
Maybe I'll post pics soon. Next post will probably be a Sam 15 month update. That's my dying blog for ya.
Henry had a "Pancakes and Pajamas meets Planes and Trains" birthday party, and I took the record for creating the longest party theme ever. Here's the latest with Henry...
Funny things he says/does:
Henry: Is that your coffee?
Me: Yes.
Henry: Is it disgusting?
Me: You would think so.
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Hen: Is the sun going down?
Matt: Yes.
Hen: Is it going to the other side of that place?
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Usually when we make a suggestion for him (something we know he likes), he replies, "That sounds like a great idea!"
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Often if I overreact to the kids, I will apologize and often tell Henry that "Mommy needs Jesus." The other day, I began my apology, and Henry, trying to finish my speech for me said, "Jesus needs mommy." Well, no, not quite, but we're close.
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The other day we were getting ready for school, and he goes, "I'm so cute!" We thought we'd start the narcissism early in this family.
Other notable stuff:
Kid is OBSESSED with trains. He could play trains all day, everyday. He is also obsessed with batteries... his favorite game is putting new batteries in toys that "don't work." But he tries to trick us into thinking his toys are out of batteries. I'm considering selling and/or hiding every toy in our house that requires batteries.
He is FULLY capable of being potty trained, but if I am super honest, I have just been so lazy about it. I honestly think if I just put him in undies, he'd do fine. Maybe I'll try it... we will see.
Also, when he has an idea or wants to tell us something, he sticks his pointer finger up in the air while he is talking. Hard to explain, but pretty funny.
He takes awhile to warm up to people, but he is now pretty comfortable with his teachers at MDO, preschool, Bible Study, etc... and he has turned into a chatterbox with them. He remains to be a little shy... he was SO excited for his friends to come to his birthday party, but then when they got there, he almost started crying, and then when everyone had left he said, "My friends all left!" But not in a sad or disappointed tone... more in like a "YES, I can finally relax!" tone.
He is also a homebody. He would be happy staying at home ALL DAY, EVERYDAY, and he whines almost every single morning when I tell him where we are going. (We have morning activities Mon-Thurs plus church on Sunday, which we make it to about 75% of the time.) He always has fun once he gets to school, etc.
Maybe I'll post pics soon. Next post will probably be a Sam 15 month update. That's my dying blog for ya.
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