I'm not sure how many years I've attempted to participate in NaBloPoMo (National Blog Posting Month) where you post at least once a day every day. I've never made it 100%. Until the year that I never really mentioned it, and just started posting every day. 30 posts, on 3 different blogs -which counts, since I'm writing all of them. I really should do this a few times a year, it makes me write about things other than birthdays and holidays.
Sometimes there doesn't seem to be much change in my life in 30 days, but I probably can't say that for this November. Hyrum turned 3. Justin turned 31. Thanksgiving. Kate finally decided that walking was easier and faster than crawling -or midget walking (on her knees) and started really saying "mama", "dada", "no, no, no" and "bye, bye".
My mom had a back surgery, and then two weeks later she was back in with meningitis and a wound infection (hopefully leaving tomorrow). We had friends move from the ward into their new home, and he lost his job a day afterwards.
We had a nephew born, who we STILL haven't even seen. Between holidays and sick kids, and traveling out to Tooele, we haven't been very good cousins.
I was released from my church calling with the Young Women's and went to Relief Society for the first time in who knows how long.
We voted and I earned and received my Young Women's medallion. We were all sick (at least once) but managed to stay away from the doctors. Although, she was nice enough to call in an antibiotic for me for a sinus infection.
It's been a good and busy month, and I suspect I'll say the same for December.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
THANKFUL
I saw something mention something like this on facebook yesterday. Thought I'd give it a go.
100 Things I'm Thankful For
(in no particular order)
1- I can play the piano (and organ)
2- We have affordable health insurance that allows me to see doctors I trust and go to facilities I feel comfortable at.
3- I've been to New Zealand. It is just that beautiful.
4- I like to exercise.
5- Central heating. That goes back to New Zealand. Most people don't have it there, and the missionaries certainly didn't.
6- Our new Dyson. It's awesome. And and I'm equally grateful we didn't pay full price for it.
7- Friends. Past and present.
8- I have a hair dresser who does a great job with my hair and color and understands that I don't ever get to her when I should.
9- The Red Sox. I like watching them play and I like having 'a team'.
10- Humidifier's. Both for my kids and for me. Even though I hardly ever get one in my room. I guess we need three of them.
11- A husband who works hard and makes wise financial choices -for the short and long term.
12- Laptops. Oh, I hope never again have to rely on a desktop.
13- My Christmas tree. I loved it last year and can't wait to put it up again. I just need to convince Justin it's time.
14- My kids.
15- I like to read. I've enjoyed being in a book club this last year or so and reading a lot of books I wouldn't have otherwise.
16- Online shopping. It's convenient, cheap, and I get to open boxes for weeks to see what I've got. Even though it's not for me.
17- We live close to family.
18- We don't have to do yard work. We have to pay for other people to do it, but it's nice to not do it.
19- I have a testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
20- I graduated from college.
21- Google reader.
22- Radio from Hell and podcasts.
23- Lasik eye surgery.
24- Season passes to local attractions. It's so nice to have a few places in the valley that we can as often as we want and for a short amount of time.
25- This blog. It's an awesome way to journal and track our lives. I love the books I make each year too.
26- Our cars. They're not fancy, we need a bigger one, but they're reliable and paid for. Those are the best kind.
27- Justin's job(s).
28- Good parents (including Justin's) that can offer support, advice, and a free dinner every now and then.
29- My kids aunts and uncles.
30- We live close to mountains.
31- Our right and ability to vote for our elected officials.
32- Those Wilton cake classes that Justin convinced me to take with Erin. I didn't want to do it at first, but I'm glad that I did.
33- Cake (and other kids of baking) blogs. So I can make frosting that tastes better than the Wilton cake decorating frosting.
34- My iPhone.
35- My kids have their own bedroom.
36- My gym membership.
37- My health.
38- I'm an Aggie.
39- I'm a morning person.
40- DVR
41- My sister.
42- Being able to stay in touch with friends and family with technology -facebook, emails, and blogs.
43- I am willing to try new things to eat. There aren't a whole lot of things that I refuse to eat -or tried once, never to try again. I think it really limits you if you made up your mind about food when you were 13.
44- Credit cards. As long as you're smart they're awesome. It also allows you to buy things online, which is also awesome.
45- Texting. Sometimes you don't need to have a conversation.
46- Good oral hygiene. I hate going to the dentist now, so I'm glad that I don't have a lot of problems in this area.
47- I don't work outside the home. This is a double edge sword, as well as a topic that seems always up for discussion lately, but I'm glad it hasn't been a necessity so we can have food on the table.
48- Good surgeons. My mom is waiting in pre-op as I write this, so hopefully he's a good one.
49- Jan. She's my esthetician. I love talking to her and she keeps my eyebrows looking great.
50- Our video monitor. Oh, it's awesome. We got it as a gift, so I can easily say this, but it really is worth the money.
51- I married someone who likes to travel. I didn't know I liked to really travel until my trip to Boston and New York. Turned out I loved it. We'll go places again -once our kids our a bit older.
52- Google. Isn't great when you don't know the answer to something and can just 'Google It"?
53- Tall sizes. Especially in jeans.
54- Frozen dinners. Either ones I've made myself or bought from the store. Sometimes I just don't feel like making dinner.
55- Cell phones in general. What did we do without them?
56- My mom is crafty. I'm really not, but sometimes I need crafty stuff at my house. So I'm glad that my mom likes it and can help.
57- My christmas movie, Love Actually. It just makes me happy, especially the Portuguese proposal scene. So does watching Reverse the Curse of the Bambino.
58- Sleep. It makes everything better.
59- Children's books. I have quite a collection, and I even let my kids read a few of them.
60- An unstressful holiday season. It's taken a few years of marriage, but I think we have come to a few compromises and since my shopping is done, it should be relaxing.
61- A dishwasher.
62- Clorox wipes.
63- Massages. I only get a few a year, but they're heavenly.
64- Our trip to New York in May and California in February.
65- Smart and healthy kids.
66- The four seasons. It might get a little too hot in the summer and a little too cold in the winter, but I like the variety.
67- Digital camera's. It makes documenting your life and your children's so much more convenient.
68- My crock pot and crock pot meals.
69- GPS on my phone.
70- The men and women who have sacrificed and chosen to serve our country in the military at some point in their lives.
71- The gigantic marshmallows you can get for the campfire. They're awesome because you can eat the toasted, caramelized part over and over again as you re-toast it. And one is enough for the whole night.
72- Naps. The ones my kids usually take and the occasional one I get.
73- I live in a warm home, have access to clean water and have never gone hungry because I didn't have food available.
74- I wanted to and was able to deliver both of my kids without an epidural.
75- Public libraries.
76- Indoor plumbing, central heat and air, washing machines, electricity and most every other modern day convenience
77- My callings in church. Mostly. I really like teaching, so I'm glad I'm still doing that. And it will be nice to not have the weekly obligation with the youth, but I miss the young women.
78- All of the people over the years who have served me in the church, especially my youth leaders and my bishoprics in my student and single wards.
79- The unknown. I don't think I would like knowing everything that is going to happen and when.
80- Going to the gym in the morning, it's my favorite time to go.
81- My big shower and garden tub.
82- Camera's on cell phones.
83- Direct flights.
84- Words with Friends and Hanging with Friends. Especially Hanging with Friends, because I can actually win that one.
85- My kitchen-aid mixer.
86- My Toms shoes finally got comfortable. I thought I was the only person on the planet that didn't like them, it just took a week or so of wearing them in. Now I love them.
87- Locally owned stores. I feel good when I shop from them.
88- Close parks.
89- Double strollers. Well, this is more of a love/hate relationship, but I would have been lost for the first 6 or 9 months without it.
90- Ibuprofen
91- Happy kids. Most of the time.
92- I have a testimony of the gospel and enjoy serving in the church.
93- The iPad. Mostly for Hryum.
94- The smell of melting butter, roasting garlic, and any umber of yummy things baking.
95- Scarves.
96- Schedules and routines. It reduces anxiety.
97- Good movies with good acting, writing and directing. They are few and far between, and often do not make much money.
98- Christmas music.
99- My husband works from home often. It allows me to run to the store during naps or do other quick errands during his lunch sometimes. It sort of makes up for all the time he's away from home.
100-I could come up with 100 things I am thankful for. It's quite an accomplishment for a pessimist like me.
44- Credit cards. As long as you're smart they're awesome. It also allows you to buy things online, which is also awesome.
45- Texting. Sometimes you don't need to have a conversation.
46- Good oral hygiene. I hate going to the dentist now, so I'm glad that I don't have a lot of problems in this area.
47- I don't work outside the home. This is a double edge sword, as well as a topic that seems always up for discussion lately, but I'm glad it hasn't been a necessity so we can have food on the table.
48- Good surgeons. My mom is waiting in pre-op as I write this, so hopefully he's a good one.
49- Jan. She's my esthetician. I love talking to her and she keeps my eyebrows looking great.
50- Our video monitor. Oh, it's awesome. We got it as a gift, so I can easily say this, but it really is worth the money.
51- I married someone who likes to travel. I didn't know I liked to really travel until my trip to Boston and New York. Turned out I loved it. We'll go places again -once our kids our a bit older.
52- Google. Isn't great when you don't know the answer to something and can just 'Google It"?
53- Tall sizes. Especially in jeans.
54- Frozen dinners. Either ones I've made myself or bought from the store. Sometimes I just don't feel like making dinner.
55- Cell phones in general. What did we do without them?
56- My mom is crafty. I'm really not, but sometimes I need crafty stuff at my house. So I'm glad that my mom likes it and can help.
57- My christmas movie, Love Actually. It just makes me happy, especially the Portuguese proposal scene. So does watching Reverse the Curse of the Bambino.
58- Sleep. It makes everything better.
59- Children's books. I have quite a collection, and I even let my kids read a few of them.
60- An unstressful holiday season. It's taken a few years of marriage, but I think we have come to a few compromises and since my shopping is done, it should be relaxing.
61- A dishwasher.
62- Clorox wipes.
63- Massages. I only get a few a year, but they're heavenly.
64- Our trip to New York in May and California in February.
65- Smart and healthy kids.
66- The four seasons. It might get a little too hot in the summer and a little too cold in the winter, but I like the variety.
67- Digital camera's. It makes documenting your life and your children's so much more convenient.
68- My crock pot and crock pot meals.
69- GPS on my phone.
70- The men and women who have sacrificed and chosen to serve our country in the military at some point in their lives.
71- The gigantic marshmallows you can get for the campfire. They're awesome because you can eat the toasted, caramelized part over and over again as you re-toast it. And one is enough for the whole night.
72- Naps. The ones my kids usually take and the occasional one I get.
73- I live in a warm home, have access to clean water and have never gone hungry because I didn't have food available.
74- I wanted to and was able to deliver both of my kids without an epidural.
75- Public libraries.
76- Indoor plumbing, central heat and air, washing machines, electricity and most every other modern day convenience
77- My callings in church. Mostly. I really like teaching, so I'm glad I'm still doing that. And it will be nice to not have the weekly obligation with the youth, but I miss the young women.
78- All of the people over the years who have served me in the church, especially my youth leaders and my bishoprics in my student and single wards.
79- The unknown. I don't think I would like knowing everything that is going to happen and when.
80- Going to the gym in the morning, it's my favorite time to go.
81- My big shower and garden tub.
82- Camera's on cell phones.
83- Direct flights.
84- Words with Friends and Hanging with Friends. Especially Hanging with Friends, because I can actually win that one.
85- My kitchen-aid mixer.
86- My Toms shoes finally got comfortable. I thought I was the only person on the planet that didn't like them, it just took a week or so of wearing them in. Now I love them.
87- Locally owned stores. I feel good when I shop from them.
88- Close parks.
89- Double strollers. Well, this is more of a love/hate relationship, but I would have been lost for the first 6 or 9 months without it.
90- Ibuprofen
91- Happy kids. Most of the time.
92- I have a testimony of the gospel and enjoy serving in the church.
93- The iPad. Mostly for Hryum.
94- The smell of melting butter, roasting garlic, and any umber of yummy things baking.
95- Scarves.
96- Schedules and routines. It reduces anxiety.
97- Good movies with good acting, writing and directing. They are few and far between, and often do not make much money.
98- Christmas music.
99- My husband works from home often. It allows me to run to the store during naps or do other quick errands during his lunch sometimes. It sort of makes up for all the time he's away from home.
100-I could come up with 100 things I am thankful for. It's quite an accomplishment for a pessimist like me.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Thirty-one
He has a mortgage, 2 kids, a retirement plan, and life insurance.
He owns businesses, has an MBA, and student loans.
He travels for business, pleasure, and on active military orders (no baggage fee's on that one).
He takes meds for high cholesterol and plays basketball once a week.
And at 31, I think it's safe to say he's finally an adult (and he's caught up to me).
Happy Birthday, honey. We love you!
He owns businesses, has an MBA, and student loans.
He travels for business, pleasure, and on active military orders (no baggage fee's on that one).
He takes meds for high cholesterol and plays basketball once a week.
And at 31, I think it's safe to say he's finally an adult (and he's caught up to me).
Happy Birthday, honey. We love you!
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Out to dinner
Tonight we're headed to Ruth's Chris Steak House for dinner with Justin's family. Just the adults. Hyrum and Kate are going to sleep over at Scott and Denise's -which will be a first for them. And my mom and dad are waiting in pre-op. (For the 2nd time in 2 weeks).
I bet we end up having the best food tonight.
I bet we end up having the best food tonight.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Happy THANKSgiving
I haven't mentioned much about Thanksgiving this year. The kids and I attended the Richmond Thanksgiving last Saturday. Denise's family usually gets together the Saturday before the big day for their feast. Justin had a drill weekend, but we went anyway. It was a nice dinner and Hyrum spent the entire afternoon playing with Grandpa Lafeen, so he was in heaven.
Justin's mom was in California -their tradition on their 'off' years and we went to Greg and Sally's for the Hardcastle dinner. I had to bring a salad of sorts -I decided to step outside the box (at least for the Hardcastle's) and roasted brussel sprouts -along with onion and bacon. Lisa makes it a lot but I think it was a little strange for most everyone there. Hyrum once again played almost the whole afternoon. He may have worn out Nacole and Paige, but they were good sports about it.
I was horrible with my camera both nights, sorry, no pictures. Plus, I'm working on a 'thankful' post, so hopefully I'll get that done soon.
Justin's mom was in California -their tradition on their 'off' years and we went to Greg and Sally's for the Hardcastle dinner. I had to bring a salad of sorts -I decided to step outside the box (at least for the Hardcastle's) and roasted brussel sprouts -along with onion and bacon. Lisa makes it a lot but I think it was a little strange for most everyone there. Hyrum once again played almost the whole afternoon. He may have worn out Nacole and Paige, but they were good sports about it.
I was horrible with my camera both nights, sorry, no pictures. Plus, I'm working on a 'thankful' post, so hopefully I'll get that done soon.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Happy Veteran's Day
Late in posting, but we celebrated Veteran's day by getting a free meal. There were a few options to choose from, we went with TGI Fridays this year. I dressed the kids up in their Navy gear.
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Release
It's been bitter sweet, mostly bitter, but now a little sweet. It will be nice to not have the Tuesday night activities, but I'll miss the girls and miss the women I served with terribly. I thought I would have a really hard time getting through the day, but it turns out when you're busy for the entire 3 hours of church (I taught in Young Women's, taught in Gospel Principals, spoke in sacrament meeting and played the organ) you can hold it together pretty well.
Plus, you know that feeling you get when you're released from a calling? Kind of calm, because you don't currently have any responsibilities, a little excited and perhaps anxious, wondering what and when you're next calling will be. I don't even get that. I'm just going from 3 to 2. But, I guess I'll take what I can.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
You will be missed
I haven't posted much about the Red Sox this year. Really bad start to the season, decent run, and then a sad goodbye to Terry. Not much I wanted to remember on the old blog I guess.
And now, this guy? Papelbon may have been a little on the crazy side, but man, he could close a game. I got to seem him pitch in 2005, which he won. Sad. Maybe baseball isn't my sport. I get too attached to the players.
And now, this guy? Papelbon may have been a little on the crazy side, but man, he could close a game. I got to seem him pitch in 2005, which he won. Sad. Maybe baseball isn't my sport. I get too attached to the players.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Great day to be born
That's what my new nephew thought anyway. His mom had a scheduled C-section for 1pm this afternoon, but he wasn't taking any chances. Marime's water broke at 3 am and he arrived shortly after. Welcome Konner Marley Gough! I'll post a picture when I get one.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Recognition
I've been in the Young Women's presidency since we moved into our ward, about 3 1/2 years ago. We have a pretty small ward (where everyone has 2-3 callings) so we pretty much just have a presidency -no advisers or teachers and we've had a few different personal progress leaders that have come and gone. It's not like we have a lot of girls either... right now we have 5 or 6 that come regularly, which is the most we've had the whole time I've been with them.
It seems like every time we've been in between personal progress leaders I've tried to take the lead, and in the process, I had completed about half of the leaders requirements to earn their medallion. (Sorry, this post is full of 'mormon lingo' so it might not make much sense to people not involved in the church.) When our last personal progress leader had her baby a few months ago I took a look at my book and decided that I wanted to earn my Young Women's Medallion by completing all of the requirements.
I did it a hundred years ago when I was a youth, and received not one, but 4 different necklaces because the program was set up differently back then. The final medallion looked like this
This past Tuesday (unbeknownst to me) at our Stake's Young Women's in Excellence (yes, we do it on a stake level, most of the wards in the area are as small as ours) I was awarded this medallion for completing the new Young Women's program.
I loved Young Women's as a youth growing up. I loved my leaders, the lessons, the weekly activities, Girls camp and the activities we had with the Stake and Young Men. Most of those experiences along with attending seminary, definitely laid the foundation for my testimony of the gospel and our church. I have loved working the the girls, and the leaders. I don't think I had ever been apart of a presidency before, and I absolutely loved the association with the women I have worked with over the years.
We have to speak (the Young Women's presidency) in church this Sunday and I've been reading and re-reading the theme that we recite each week.
WE ARE DAUGHTERS of our Heavenly Father, who loves us, and we love Him. WE WILL “STAND as witnesses of God at all times and in all things, and in all places” (Mosiah 18:9) as we strive to live the Young Women values, which are:
Faith • Divine Nature • Individual Worth • Knowledge • Choice and Accountability • Good Works • Integrity • and Virtue
WE BELIEVE as we come to accept and act upon these values, WE WILL BE PREPARED to strengthen home and family, make and keep sacred covenants, receive the ordinances of the temple, and enjoy the blessings of exaltation.
What an awesome thing for our Young Women to believe in. I shared this on Kate's blog, but one of the first weeks I had her in class with me and we were standing together as women reciting this theme, I was overcome with emotion and the knowledge that I was holding a daughter of God. I hope that Kate develops a love of the Young Women's program and it will also lay a strong foundation for her testimony which I hope will be strong enough to keep her close to the Lord and happy the rest of her life.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Vote
It's Election Day! Here in Midvale, Utah we only have two issues on our ballot. Board of trustees (I personally know on of the guys running, and he's a good one) and City Council. We had an earlier election to narrow the the council race, the guy I voted for didn't make it. So, it's sort of a choice between two not so great candidates in my opinion. But, at least it's a choice.
For all of those who like to complain about the current state of affairs and those running the show please go and vote. It will take 5 minutes to at least mildly educate yourselves on the candidates and make an informed decision.
Also... and this is just a little pet peeve of mine, if you don't vote AND you're not involved in your community -keep your opinions to yourself! Yes, the constitution gives you the right to voice your (uneducated) opinion, but I just hate hearing it. Do something about it. There are clubs, organizations and even political offices that you can get involved in. Take it from someone who knows, it doesn't take too much time to get involved.
For all of those who like to complain about the current state of affairs and those running the show please go and vote. It will take 5 minutes to at least mildly educate yourselves on the candidates and make an informed decision.
Also... and this is just a little pet peeve of mine, if you don't vote AND you're not involved in your community -keep your opinions to yourself! Yes, the constitution gives you the right to voice your (uneducated) opinion, but I just hate hearing it. Do something about it. There are clubs, organizations and even political offices that you can get involved in. Take it from someone who knows, it doesn't take too much time to get involved.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Not so hard
I have 42 (not including neighbors) people on my shopping list from the end of September to the middle of January. We have A LOT of birthdays in the winter months, and 3 of those are my kids and husband (which not only requires extra gifts but then you have to also include a party (or two) along with it.)
That's kind of a lot. And, I'll brag for a moment and say that I'm pretty much done. I have to finish getting a couple of things for 2 people and place one more order online for a couple more.
Justin? He has one person on his list.
Me.
Why is that so difficult? Justin tends to wait until the last minute to purchase gifts and overspend on said gifts. I've loved a lot of gifts (new palm pilot when I was working, trip to see Kathy in Arizona) but I have to stay in a budget and buy dozens of gifts, and I do it.
This year I told Justin that I DID want a gift to open on Christmas morning (he learned that the hard way one year) and he could only spend $20.
To help him out, I created a 'board' on pinterest.com for gifts under $30 that I wouldn't mind receiving. Any one else is welcome to use this board as well. (And even start your own -but don't expect to get anything from it from me this year, I'm finished shopping).
That's kind of a lot. And, I'll brag for a moment and say that I'm pretty much done. I have to finish getting a couple of things for 2 people and place one more order online for a couple more.
Justin? He has one person on his list.
Me.
Why is that so difficult? Justin tends to wait until the last minute to purchase gifts and overspend on said gifts. I've loved a lot of gifts (new palm pilot when I was working, trip to see Kathy in Arizona) but I have to stay in a budget and buy dozens of gifts, and I do it.
This year I told Justin that I DID want a gift to open on Christmas morning (he learned that the hard way one year) and he could only spend $20.
To help him out, I created a 'board' on pinterest.com for gifts under $30 that I wouldn't mind receiving. Any one else is welcome to use this board as well. (And even start your own -but don't expect to get anything from it from me this year, I'm finished shopping).
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Reasons to stay married
For those of you who really know me, you know I'm not much of a romantic. I don't like sappy movies or books, I'm not much for mushy loves songs or poems. Not that I don't love my husband and I know that he loves me, but I probably will never be the one displaying excess amounts of public affection.
But, there are a lot of practical reasons why once you're married -you should stay that way. Especially once you have kids.
Church is definitely a big one. This week I'm a single mom. We were sick all weekend, but woke up feeling fine and I know that no one else would be there to play the organ. (An alterntaive title to this post might be 'Reasons to not pay for piano lessons for your child"). I wanted to be there for Young Womens, (the first hour) and I was pretty sure someone was expecting me to teach during the second hour (they did) and I had to play the organ during the third hour. Luckily a friend offered to take Kate during my lesson, because Hyurm uncharacteristically refused to go back to nursery, and attended Sunday School with me. Where he provided more than his fair share of distraction for me and the class. Another few friends luckily offered to take my kids while I played the organ too, so we somehow survived. And the best things is? I get to do the exact same thing in two weeks. Yay.
Money. I don't know about you, but we're barely making it as it is. I mean, we're not struggling to put food on the table or make our mortgage payment, but between our savings, paying of school loans, insurance, long term planning and putting gas in the car, there isn't a lot of wiggle room. How in the world do you people pay for all of that AND another apartment. Crazy.
Sanity. Seriously, to all of you single parents out there (for whatever reason) you have my admiration. I find my sanity shaken to the core when I have nothing to do or anyone else to talk to except for kids. all. day. long. This isn't really the case usually, it was just because we've been sick and I didn't want to risk anyone ELSE getting sick, I didn't even open my door on Saturday. It was just me and the kids all day long. At one point I thought I was nearly out of diapers and was going to call someone to bring me some. Then I realized that would never actually happen, looked in the laundry room and found a couple (hundred) more. We were safe, and I didn't have to leave the house. Don't worry, this coming week I have at least one or two babysitters coming and I'm planning on taking the three of us to the gym a few times too. I'm sure once the snow melts I'll even go to the grocery store -not that I really cook much when Justin's gone. But I'm sure we'll be out of the banana's I bought on Thursday sometime later tonight.
That's all. That's a short list of my practical, not-so-romantic reason's why I'll stay married to Justin.
Oh, and I sorta like the guy too!
But, there are a lot of practical reasons why once you're married -you should stay that way. Especially once you have kids.
Church is definitely a big one. This week I'm a single mom. We were sick all weekend, but woke up feeling fine and I know that no one else would be there to play the organ. (An alterntaive title to this post might be 'Reasons to not pay for piano lessons for your child"). I wanted to be there for Young Womens, (the first hour) and I was pretty sure someone was expecting me to teach during the second hour (they did) and I had to play the organ during the third hour. Luckily a friend offered to take Kate during my lesson, because Hyurm uncharacteristically refused to go back to nursery, and attended Sunday School with me. Where he provided more than his fair share of distraction for me and the class. Another few friends luckily offered to take my kids while I played the organ too, so we somehow survived. And the best things is? I get to do the exact same thing in two weeks. Yay.
Money. I don't know about you, but we're barely making it as it is. I mean, we're not struggling to put food on the table or make our mortgage payment, but between our savings, paying of school loans, insurance, long term planning and putting gas in the car, there isn't a lot of wiggle room. How in the world do you people pay for all of that AND another apartment. Crazy.
Sanity. Seriously, to all of you single parents out there (for whatever reason) you have my admiration. I find my sanity shaken to the core when I have nothing to do or anyone else to talk to except for kids. all. day. long. This isn't really the case usually, it was just because we've been sick and I didn't want to risk anyone ELSE getting sick, I didn't even open my door on Saturday. It was just me and the kids all day long. At one point I thought I was nearly out of diapers and was going to call someone to bring me some. Then I realized that would never actually happen, looked in the laundry room and found a couple (hundred) more. We were safe, and I didn't have to leave the house. Don't worry, this coming week I have at least one or two babysitters coming and I'm planning on taking the three of us to the gym a few times too. I'm sure once the snow melts I'll even go to the grocery store -not that I really cook much when Justin's gone. But I'm sure we'll be out of the banana's I bought on Thursday sometime later tonight.
That's all. That's a short list of my practical, not-so-romantic reason's why I'll stay married to Justin.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
A rough start
Justin is out of town for a week. He's spending the weekend in Michigan working for the Navy and then heading to Toronto until Friday for Oracle.
We celebrated by staying up all night Thursday with Hyrum throwing up every 20 minutes or so. Friday morning was a blur and then I started feeling sick that afternoon. By the time we dropped Justin off at the airport I knew it wasn't going to be pretty. I had the misguided notion that a shake would calm down my stomach (I hadn't eaten anything except for some greek yogurt at breakfast). I was wrong. It came back up later that night.
So far, we seem to be on the upswing and luckily Kate is still doing great. Which is good, I suppose if she starts throwing up we won't be long from the ER. As for Justin, he's currently feeling very sick on a Navy base in Battlecreek. I warned him not to eat anything... but it didn't sound like he believed me.
It's been a rough start for our week without our dad.
We celebrated by staying up all night Thursday with Hyrum throwing up every 20 minutes or so. Friday morning was a blur and then I started feeling sick that afternoon. By the time we dropped Justin off at the airport I knew it wasn't going to be pretty. I had the misguided notion that a shake would calm down my stomach (I hadn't eaten anything except for some greek yogurt at breakfast). I was wrong. It came back up later that night.
So far, we seem to be on the upswing and luckily Kate is still doing great. Which is good, I suppose if she starts throwing up we won't be long from the ER. As for Justin, he's currently feeling very sick on a Navy base in Battlecreek. I warned him not to eat anything... but it didn't sound like he believed me.
It's been a rough start for our week without our dad.
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