Weigh In

Welllll, I didn't lose 3 lbs. I lost 4!!! yeah for me! It's so much easier to stick to when you see it working.

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ's

What a difference a few Z's can make! I was a little sleep deprived yesterday and luckily for me (and my family) I got a great nights sleep and today has been really great. I can't even think of too many reasons why, it just has been. Went to Costco and spent way too much money. Saved a lot too though. I really hate unloading on Costco days. It really helps to have a man around the house at these times. That's why I 'm lucky to have Bo. No really. He loves to help carry things in and won't stop till the last item is in. He is the best. I even organized my pantry. That is no small task! I love seeing everything all lined up. Some times I walk in there just to look at it. Another thing I love, this may sound weird, but I love having a full tank of gas. I don't know, maybe it's just me, but I always drive away saying "ahhhh". I even got a little nap today. Katy has been a total grouch, no wait, she's laughing, crying, laughing, crying....girls! Yesterday Bo was hugging? her sort of. I said "why are you hugging her like that?" He said "Cuz she's my friend." After their naps today, she went from total tantrum (has a bruise on her head to prove it), to giggling and tackling her brother. All within about 45 seconds. It's amazing that even at one year, sometimes she just needs a nice long soak in the tub to make things all better.

Glade went to Salt Lake today to look at some equipment. It's weird to think he was in another state. When he got home, we went to the gym together. I love being there. Had to leave early to go pick up Whit. Bummer.

Brooklyn and Dalin have spent approximately 7 hours in the last two days getting there room clean and laundry put away. Unbelievable. They really shouldn't be allowed to room together, but my options are limited.

I heard from my cousin Windi today who lives in Germany. This whole blogging thing has been really great for catching up with people. I really love reading everyone Else's. Is that weird? Everyone's lives are so different, yet so much the same.

My kids got their report cards and YEAH, pretty darn good. Dalin can't seem to spell to save his life, but other than that they all did really well. That's always a relief. One more semester and then it's summer! I'm only excited now cuz I'm ready to stop getting up early and stop doing homework and stop having a bedtime and stop driving and stop getting calls from the principal. About two weeks after they're home, my story will be different.

Yesterday I drove by the ball fields to take Whitley to volleyball and was a little sad I didn't have anyone playing this year. I don't miss the chaos of it all, but I miss being there. Last year was SO fun watching Stephen. They actually know what they are doing and make real plays, it was great. He broke his arm the week before tryouts, so he is sitting this one out and I just plain missed sign ups for Brooklyn. She was really good too. Ahhh, the memories. Thanks Mom and Dad!

Gonna go have a nice relaxing shower WITH my full bottle of conditioner!

By the way, tomorrow is my big weigh in...I gotta make those 3 lbs!

Here are some pics of why they have been in their room for so long. Pictures don't even do it justice! what you don't see is everything under the bed and behind the closet door. They filled an entire garbage back with actual garbage!

Who You Are

Well, today has been a really crappy day. I won't elaborate, no one cares to hear that stuff, but I will say this: The Lord knows each one of us and knows what we need and how to speak to us. My friend Camille testified of that to me today. My heart goes out to her and her family as they mourn the loss of a dear man. As I have let the daily grind get to me today, a wonderful song brought tears to my eyes and reminded me of the big picture. If you have never listened to Women of Destiny, I HIGHLY recommend it. So instead of boring you with my day, here are the lyrics to a song that lifted me up just a little when I needed it.

Who You Are

I know you wonder if you'll ever have a day
When the kids stay calm, the laundry's done, and the dishes
are put away.
And sometimes you feel like your days are spent and gone
And the question running through your mind is what have I
gotten done?
And when you finally have a moment to slow down
At the end of your day
I know Father would say

Believe in what you're doing
Believe in who you are
Hold tight to the truth that you're a daughter
of God
Believe in who you're becoming
Believe in who you are.

It may seem simple-all the little things you do
But the lives you touch matter so much
And there's no one else like you.
And Father needs you to stand tall and faithful
To be all you can be.
Oh, if you could see what He sees, you'd...

Believe in what you're doing
Believe in who you are
Hold tight to the truth that you're a daughter
of God
Believe in who you're becoming
Believe in who you are

When it's hard to believe in yourself
And you feel like you're beginning to doubt
Remember...

He believes in what you're doing
He believes in who you are
Don't lose sight of the truth that you're a daughter
of God
That He believes in who you're becoming
He believes in who you are.

Hilary Weeks

boys will be boys?

So I have had a really productive, nice day. Good day at the gym, the scale is being nice. Tidied up my house, had a nice lunch with my little ones. Was just laying down for a nice nap when the phone rings. Not good. It's the school. One of my boys has been in a fight and has to be picked up. This is a fairly new situation for me. Both boys tell the same story. They were just messing around and the other kid (with admitted anger management problems) freaks out and pops my son once on the chin and again in the eye. Mine swings back and now the teacher gets involved. Both boys give identical stories and are sent home. My first thoughts are extreme frustration for having to deal with this in the first place. You know better! Then as the details come out I start to wonder if I should be too upset at all. Fighting is always wrong, but what are the instincts of getting popped in the face? I don't know, never been there. He definitely made some bad choices in who he chose to play with and what activity they were doing. (5 kids all pushing each over) So now what? I honestly don't know. Right now he is weeding my garden. Is a black eye and fat lip enough? Help!!

A Quiet Afternoon

Do you hear that? Nope, me either. Two sleeping babies and one very quiet house...aaahhh! Had a great work out this morning. Did you think I meant at the gym? No, I took those two sweet sleeping babies to the MALL. It used to be so easy, you know, when the baby just layed in the stroller and slept and the 2 year old was cute and agreeable. Not so much anymore. Bo doesn't want IN a stroller, he wants to ride ON the stroller. Katy, she will be a skateboarder. She's only happy if she is standing in the stroller. Luckily I had my trusty sidekick to help out. Good Ol' Mom. Even with the two of us, its still tricky. I let them play in the play area for awhile. They had a great time. I took lots of pictures hoping to get that ONE cute picture you can't live without. Didn't happen. Sure glad the film is free!
Went and ate lunch, stayed within my points, that was good. Found some FABULOUS deals at the children's place. Call if you care. I also picked up a really cute bag I have been eyeing at bath and body works for months now. My mom's good friend runs it so he got me a smokin deal. Then I had to brave the book store. Chelsey has to read this book for school that I'm not very happy about. Its quite gruesome. I really want to say something to the teacher. Not sure if that is appropriate or not. Gonna have to check with Chelsey. By that time, Katy had pooped twice and Bo lost a little sticker that he was determined to go find. I was really done by that point. I just kept thinking "breathe and walk fast!" Both were asleep in the car before we left the parking lot.
Funny for the day. Driving in the car, I looked at Bo and told him his face was dirty and we should wash it. He says "well you choked me on the counter!" (as he grabs his throat) What?!? I never did that! I protest. He insisted I had. I assure him I would have never choked him. He says, "like this, (bends way over with his arms out to the side). OOOhhhhhh, I get it now. When I wash his face in the sink, I lean him over kind of hanging by his belly, you know. He hates that and I guess calls that 'choking'. Whew!

Monday, crazy Monday

Slow start to our week. One of those "move, move!" mornings. Had a great workout at the gym. The scale was looking really good on Friday, not so much today. I hate the weekends. 3 lbs this week, that's the goal. I worked extra hard today and even ate good. Came home from the gym, aahhh, nice hot shower. Shaved legs, clean hair, oh wait...NO CONDITIONER! Anyone who knows me knows I can not NOT have conditioner. I shook and banged and shook some more. I could hear it in there. I squeezed out every last slimy drop. Not enough. (sigh) Thank goodness for children's leave in conditioner. Did some laundry, played puzzles with Bo, had a nice little nap and resumed the craziness.
Took Brooklyn to tumbling, thought "I'll just run to walmart and pick up some conditioner and a few other things, I have an hour" Ha! Couldn't find a fly swatter. No one there knows where they keep them. I went from one end of the store to the other and then, there they were. Bottom shelf of the insecticides, makes sense. Now I was really pushing time and was counting on a quick check out. Ha! I decided to check my self out. The lady in front of me just had to pay, great! Now if only she could figure out how to use the debit machine! Grrrr. I was really late now. I ran, literally, with my cart down to the bank. Just a deposit please. Oh sorry, your money market was closed out. What?!?!? I guess on Saturday, the lady at the bank had a conversation with herself and decided that's what I wanted to do. "It'll just take a second to reopen it" Ha! So I zoomed, oh wait, it's 5:30, I drove really slowly back to tumbling where I was now 20 min late. Did I mention that Chelsey had called 40 min ago saying she was ready to be picked up? Went and got Chelsey and her 3 friends, delivered them to their homes and now it is 6:05. Did I mention that my entire family was coming over at 6? Luckily I let things go quite easily and decided they could just show up to my not clean house and enjoy my not ready dinner. Isn't that what family is for?
The night went really well. We grilled out and put together 72 hour kits. I hope my kids grow up with memories of being prepared and it becomes a natural part of them. Looking forward to a good night's sleep!

Clarification

It seems that some of you are under the impression that I ACTUALLY bought those shoes. No way!! Just wanted to show the absurdity. I am now trying to bling my own shoes, that I'm sure, will be cuter than those!