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2010-05-02T16:33:00.001-07:00

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Easter

2009-04-14T07:36:00.001-07:00

On Friday we colored eggs, Saturday we hunted eggs with the Easter bunny and Sunday Emma had to wear a ridiculous dress that I got one picture before she had a blow out and it had to go in the washer! All in all it was a nice weekend!

2009-04-02T10:25:00.000-07:00

Today I had to take my 5 yes 5 yr old to the doctor. Seems easy enough, he had a sore throat and fever. I figured it was strep ((because that would have made him the third victim in our house so far) thought they'd swab him and out the door we'd be.
When the nurse tried to swab his throat he went bananas! We had to hold him down and when she would try to stick the swab in his mouth he would clam up then yell, repeat over & over. I knew when he bit the swabs in half it was gonna get ugly. -And it did, and embarrassing and then the baby started crying and that's when I started to sweat, literally. They never did get the swab and he finally came out from under the chair when we told him we going home. I was so embarrassed and Why do they keep those rooms so hot???
Did I mention my 4 yr old is having his tonsils out tomorrow, yah, lookin' forward to that!

mini makeover

2009-02-03T14:36:00.000-08:00

This is my mini makeover. The before picture was taken after I had started kind of dragging everything out trying to figure out what to do but you get the idea. I still need a window treatment and to get new night stands but it's a little better.

One of "those days"

2009-02-03T14:02:00.000-08:00

Monday was one of "those days". It started off fairly uneventful and then I had to take a child in to the doctor. That wasn't a big deal either until I was checking in and they had lost him in the computer and I had to stand there for 10 minutes and give her all of our info AGAIN. So once that was over I headed to the waiting area where it was packed with sick people and I wanted to pull my shirt up over my face but thought that might be kind of rude so I chose not to. The time was ticking and about 35 mins. later I started thinking "oh, I have to pick up my child in about 15 minutes"! Just as I was about to leave they called us and we quickly saw the doctor and headed to check out. That's when it all went down hill. Apparently the lazy receptionist lady did not catch the name correctly and put us under someone else. (moron) sorry. So, I was going to have to stand there forever again and give her more info. She was in no hurry and I was nice the first time to her so I said I had to go and I'd pay 'em later yada yada...
I race over to pick up at school and then remember that I need to call the scout leader since she was having an outing for My child and she was expecting him any second and now he can't attend because he has "pink eye", and my cell was dead! UGGHH!!
Then I am hurrying to the pharmacy to pick up his script and I get pulled over! To add insult to injury my license had expired and I wasn't wearing my seat belt!!! When he asked for my insurance I knew I was going to jail but luckily it was in there! He had mercy on me and only wrote me up for the seat belt.
Then I make it to the pharmacy and they don't have his script because it's under some other kids name!!! Then I remember the name of the other kid and they check for it and I explain to the pharmacist how the office screwed up and I was able to get it. I think ok lets just pay and get out of here. Which would have been fine until she tells me my debit had expired!!!!!! Luckily I had a credit card (I realize as I am leaving the store) and was able to get the meds.
By the time I got home I was kind of in a fog..now I remember why I don't get out much!

2009-01-14T07:32:00.000-08:00

The little guys

2009-01-14T07:25:00.000-08:00

My little sweetheart!

blah day....

2009-01-13T16:48:00.000-08:00

Today I was feeling kind of blah. I decided to clean my house and put away my Christmas decor that had been sitting on my dining room table forever! Then a friend called and wanted to come by and take some pictures of Emma with her new camera. I promptly got to work and cleaned up some before she arrived. Wow funny how you can suddenly be so motivated! She took a bunch of pictures of "Baby E" and they turned out so cute! I am thankful for great friends!

Little Bitty Boomer Sooner...........

2009-01-08T09:44:00.000-08:00

GO SOONERS!!

2009-01-07T08:42:00.000-08:00

I just have to say that I am so happy to have other people in blog land that are like me. My husband thinks I am crazy because I am always re-arranging and painting something or altering it somehow. - But since I have been blogging I have discovered a whole culture of people like me!!! I'm addicted to looking and getting ideas. I love to make my home..oh hhmmn I wonder what the kids are doing?........oh I guess they decided to make their own cinnamon toast!!

AAAHHHH....

2009-01-05T18:15:00.000-08:00

Can I just express that I was a little bit ready for everything to die down, after the holidays?! Like the kids going BACK TO SCHOOL. I don't function well when it's a free for all everyday! Today I started de-cluttering and trying to get my house clean. Every year after Christmas I want to clean and project on my house. I have a long list of "to do's" or "want to do's" to my home. Anyway, it will be nice to get back to normal. Right now I could scream! I have one child who is consumed only with what he is doing himself so he keeps asking me "where is my lego magazine?" and another who harasses me when I get on the computer to "print him out something" and one who is looking for a blue crayon and then I hear an occasional cry from the baby....But I will finish this post if it kills me. It's like the phone and P.C. are signals for the kids to seek you out and harass you. Okay sorry there's my momentary rant!

New Years Goals.....

2009-01-05T17:55:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year, ya know when everyone sets their resolutions or goals...yep I have a few, hundred running through my head! -But I'm going to make maybe 3. I used to get crazy and make these ridiculous lists but I narrowed it down to just a few things that are really important to me. I hope I can accomplish these or at least die trying!
On New Year's Day I was at the mall and went into "Franklin Covey" (the genius behind "7 habits of highly effective people/parents"etc.) I love him and his planners. I am a sucker for self help, sad I know but I love the stuff. I'm always looking for that better system etc. Anyway...I picked up a cute new planner and a book on getting organized. (one of my goals I am always working on) In the book it mentions the 80/20 rule..that there's some stuff you can let go, the "stuff" that isn't as important, and to narrow things down to what really matters.
Now, if I could just remember where I set that book down....

WILD AND CRAZY NEW YEAR'S PARTY......

2009-01-02T09:55:00.000-08:00

2008-12-27T14:15:00.000-08:00

Wow I can't believe that Christmas is here and gone. This was probably the weirdest Christmas I have had with my kids and I feel disappointed! I always have jammies for the kids so they can look cute when we take pictures on Christmas morning but not one was taken nor video taped!!! I have a little princess that I dressed up so cute but again I didn't take a picture of! (family did get some pictures) Isn't it amazing that one little person can change a whole house! WOW! Our kids had a great time and I guess I will just have to remember this one which I think I will!!! - And I think I will start getting ready now for next year!!!

My little Thanksgiving blessing......

2008-11-30T23:34:00.000-08:00

Emmaline

Crayon keeper

2008-11-20T17:29:00.000-08:00

I love this, I posted way back about these but I think these are such a cute idea. I tend to have some dilapidated crayon box that always opens in my bag and dumps out the crayons, I guess that's why I think they are so useful and stylish! Available at: Lil B Designs

2008-11-20T06:49:00.000-08:00

Okay, so I realized I hit a new low the morning when my 3&4 yr. old said "we're hungry".....and I proceeded to hand them the box of Pepridege farm cookies (that I had been working on) at arms reach of the couch and said "have some". They were thrilled! There eyes lit up as to say Really??
I am hooked on these things lately! My husband keeps wondering why He is gaining weight as well! Hhhmnn....

2008-11-14T08:36:00.000-08:00

Almost Thanksgiving..........

Since I've been in my nesting mode I thought I would do a little tweaking on my blog and at least make it more color coordinated for the season. I like Thanksgiving a lot and have a lot to be thankful for but somehow it seems to me like the day that kicks off the Christmas season! I think it's because I am thankful everyday (try to be) and I cook meals all the time the for the fam...and football is on all the time already.
So the days activities aren't too different for me! It usually happens something like this...My mom makes most the food I might bring some burnt or undercooked dish to contribute, and after keeping our kids out of the way for what seems like forever to them, we'll sit down to a beautiful table and start to eat and that lasts about 15 minutes, then the guys get tired of craning there neck to see some game and excuse themselves.Then people start to slip into comas just after dessert! This year we won't be having many family members coming so I hope I can start some type of fun tradition like games or going and doing something as a family.

Trip to the Pumpkin Patch....

2008-10-29T08:09:00.000-07:00

This past weekend we took the "little boys" to a pumpkin patch. They had a great time! There were animals to feed and a hay ride, and pumpkins of course!Now that I am putting these pictures up I realize that I didn't take a picture of them with the pumpkins of all things!
I'm telling you this pregnancy has taken a toll on my mind! Hopefully everything will go back to normal..right!?

Haunted Houses...

2008-10-21T19:17:00.000-07:00

TYLER
ALEX
JAXON
JESSE

2008-10-12T16:00:00.000-07:00

Cutest baby shower ever!!

2008-10-12T15:44:00.001-07:00

And I was lucky enough for it to have been mine!! My girlfriends are so creative and thoughtful. I couldn't believe the level of attention to detail. It was such a sweet pink party and I wanted to just soak it all in! Thanks girls!!

2008-10-06T18:33:00.000-07:00

So what are your halloween plans?
I am soo excited it's on a Friday this year!
My 3yr old wants to be a rhino to go
along with his obsession of them.
It will be fun to figure that one out...

2008-10-06T18:17:00.000-07:00

I glanced at the wall as I was coming down the hall and saw my shadow,
Not so small!!
the epitome of a preggo....sighed and
thought still 8 weeks to gooo!?
Feeling so big and tired and all I decided to rest or I just might fall,
my balance lately is just not what it used to be.
As I relaxed, I reflected on how
blessed I am and that I've neglected to enjoy..
these moments, with my daughter inside, and enjoy the kicking and poking or at least just try!
I am so excited to meet this little miracle and kiss her tiny sweet face and most of all hold her close with a warm embrace.
wondering what she will look like and how she will be.....
I can't wait to see!

2008-10-04T19:25:00.000-07:00

I started working on birth announcements for "Emma" and had this great card I was going to use for inspiration. ( it had layers and pockets and stitching & ribbon etc..) Then after a few attempts I thought forget it and made some basic cards with ribbon and they were pretty cute but by the time I had decided to put everything away the card was down to just a postcard style with some ribbon, writing ( from the computer) and a picture to be placed in it. Oh if I just had the patients.... But hey at least this child gets them made for her. The first out of 5! ( I did have some for no.2 but never sent them out!)

2008-09-23T06:59:00.000-07:00

Still pretty Plain Jane!!! AGGHHH.... I decided I would kind of go with the shabby chic look. Instead of buying a new crib to use this Last time, I am going to get a cute bed to put in the room and I will be able to use it as well! - So why is it that some people find these great treasures when they go "junking" but I tend to find junk!? I bought a cute white poster bed for a bargain but after moving it twice in the room it fell apart!! Yeahhh......

2008-09-23T06:56:00.000-07:00

I can't wait to start working on my projects for Pink Christmas!!

2008-09-09T15:10:00.000-07:00

I know, it's not quite here yet but I love fall so I always decorate a little early!

AAAaahhhh.......

2008-08-19T20:45:00.000-07:00

This picture describes how I feel now that the kids are back in school!!!

2008-08-14T18:45:00.000-07:00

It's almost that time again....Yep you know!!! I feel a little bad saying I am ready for school to start but I am tired of trying to entertain lately! I'm sure I'll be a little sad the first day though. And I'm just plain tired! I have been trying to organize and de -clutter lately so we can start off the school year organized. I think the first day I will drop the kids off (but one) and head to the pool!!!!!

2008-08-11T20:05:00.000-07:00

So here is the bed I picked for the princess. Not exactly "Posh tots" but a budget friendly version! I think it will be sweet!

2008-08-11T20:01:00.000-07:00

Maybe it's just an addiction to caramel. Along with the popcorn I love this candle that Bath and Body Works make: "creamy caramel"
Today with the weather being dark and rainy it made me think of fall and that is when I have to have these candles in my house.

2008-08-11T19:50:00.000-07:00

I think I'm an addict. I am hooked on caramel popcorn, it's like I can't get enough. I started out just eating when others like My mom or friend made it but then I started wanting it bad enough that I started making it. A lot! -And this stuff (I consider) is kind of a pain to make. You know, pop, mix, pour, coat, spray,dump, bake, stir, bake ,stir, repeat. I'm more of a make, bake, eat. But for some reason I am willing to make this stuff! Every time I eat it I say "uugh that is it I am not eating any more" and usually go into a sugar coma!Yet i keep doing it!

2008-08-07T07:54:00.000-07:00

Here is the light I picked for the nursery. It is pretty much what I was looking for except the brown beads wouldn't work. So I tweaked it a little.

2008-08-07T07:50:00.000-07:00

I took off the brown beads and added pink glass beads with the little toe shoes. I don't think this picture does it justice, it is really cute.

2008-08-07T07:25:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it's already time to get school supplies!!! We picked up the basics the other day and the kids filled their bags. Alex is three and filled one as well. He thinks he is going to school.
I always get a little anxious this time of year thinking, did we do enough this summer? Did they read enough? Now that Tyler is starting pre-K I am stressing about ABC's!

2008-08-03T17:26:00.000-07:00

I started making these binders as an attempt to be more organized. I made one each for the three boys in school and one for myself as a family one. I put a calendar then tabs for school, sports, spiritual, scouts, projects etc.. So now when the kids bring any kind of paper home I can just file it away in the right section then go through it daily or weekly. It was funny the other day I was looking for some info for one of the boys and was going crazy looking for it, and guess where it was?Yep actually where it was suppose to be! Imagine that!

2008-08-03T12:49:00.000-07:00

On another note, I had no idea there are so many "shades" of pink! I have fabric I want to use so I thought I'd just run to Lowes and get some paint that matches, no problem. Yah, apparently there are a million different pinks! Princess pink, light pink, poetic pink... just to name a few. Between that, looking for a crib and being overwhelmed by all the misc. things like adorable clothes and such, I was worn out. -And I am a pretty hard core shopper! You'd think this was our first baby!

2008-08-03T12:42:00.000-07:00

Wow, I really missed my oldest son this past week...yet at the same time I can't believe how fast it went! He was a little grumpy when he got back, mostly due to a cold and lack of decent sleep but it is nice to have him back! My husband couldn't get over how dirty all the boys were when they arrived back! He immediately washed our son's clothes and put his tennis shoes outside! It was kind of funny! I felt sorry for their leader having been out there with them all week! What a trooper.

scout camp

2008-07-26T15:12:00.000-07:00

Our oldest is getting ready to head off to scout camp! He is not the most excited but I think he will have a good time. (Too bad it's 101 degrees) It will do him good to rough it for a week. I'm sure he will really appreciate things when he comes back! My husband & I had different thoughts as to what he "needed" like I was worried about all sorts of snacks & drinks etc.. My husband kept reminding me he's going to a campsite not out alone in the wilderness! I will miss him he's my main go to guy!

My project

2008-07-25T06:31:00.000-07:00

My husband is driving me a little crazy right now. He wants to help decorate the baby's room! At first I thought it was cute that he was just excited, until he went with me to the fabric store! Yes he actually went to the fabric store. I couldn't believe it. I started to worry thinking he is taking this too far! I am sure he will burn out when it comes to details and say do whatever you want. Maybe? Anyway, I love the look of this room, very princess like. I just have to re-create it! The sad thing is my craft room is too awful to even show a picture of right now! Let's just say I have my work cut out for me..or "us". -oh boy.

2008-07-22T15:15:00.001-07:00

Did I say I was having a girl? Still can't believe it!

The jury is in!

2008-07-22T15:06:00.000-07:00

Well, I didn't think it was possible but I am actually having a Girl!!!!!!
I still can't believe it!

while I was working...

2008-07-21T12:00:00.000-07:00

While I was busy working inside the boys were likewise outside, in the mud!

I thought what the heck what's a LITTLE mud. Then of course murphy's law stopped by, the phone rang and I had to run an errand and be there fast! So I went to find them and this is where they were. note picture:

They told me they were stuck because the slide was too hot to go down! I wondered where they were the couple of times I glanced outside! They were covered like they had bathed in mud! Needless to say I pulled out the garden hose!

Driving the old fashioned way...

2008-07-19T15:44:00.000-07:00

So, this morning we got up and drove to Dallas to pick up our 9yr old son. He was visiting a friend in Houston so we met half way. It's not that it's that bad of a drive but we went the old fashioned way. Meaning in my husbands "car" and with no dvds! Wow, our kids are like machines. They didn't bat an eye from the time we left to the time we arrived home. Then we all started getting a little delirious from boredom. Can you relate to the 3yr old that NEVER stops making noise, if so, then you know what I mean! Happy=noise Sad=noise Mad=definitely noise! Books and coloring books just aren't what they used to be! One nice thing was that my husband was completely shocked as to how fast kids can trash out a car. That was a highlight for me!!
Happy travels.

2008-07-17T09:56:00.000-07:00

I know this is getting old but I can finally start to sink my teeth into a new project after Monday! That's when I have my ultrasound. - And they better be able to tell, I'm not leaving there until they tell me!!! Also, I have a new obsession with "Paper Trey Ink" Love it! My new site to stalk everyday!

2008-07-11T08:27:00.000-07:00

I love this nursery!

(designed by:Wendy Bellissimo)

2008-07-10T16:40:00.000-07:00

I'm going to attempt
at making these.
(From Martha Stewart)
We'll see if they come close
to hers!

2008-07-10T16:26:00.000-07:00

Okay, ya know how I said I wanted to start making those charts "work"? Well I made this one in May and although the kids have had to do chores, (barely) it appears that the "helping hands" haven't moved once! I have placed the chart on the TV screen, fireplace doors, wall in the den, above the fireplace & in the kitchen! Ya they haven't moved. Maybe...operator error?
(disclaimer: some of those chores aren't daily)

ahh... the joys of children

2008-07-10T12:41:00.000-07:00

This is ammo for an airsoft gun. You put them in your Gun, not in your nose! My 3yr old has been known to put things in his nose occasionally but he hasn't done it for a while. I thought he learned his lesson. Nope, after us trying to get it out ourselves and a trip to the after hours clinic, we ended up at the ENT specialist. ( he was VERY kind to squeeze us in and take it out.)
Did I mention it would be nice to have a girl this time!

2008-07-10T07:08:00.000-07:00

This is a goal I have to create
a space like this before school
starts again. Every year I say
"I'm going to be more organized
this year".

Uugghh..

2008-07-09T16:18:00.000-07:00

Right now I am sitting here with my 4 yr old laying across my lap. I want to SCREAM!
Don't get me wrong I love my kids but they can drive me crazy sometimes! This child has turned into a little monster ever since I have let him start playing on the computer. Now I have to fight him to use it! I tried to pawn the kids on my husband when he walked in from work but nooo.. they are on me like Glue!

2008-07-07T07:21:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone had a happy 4Th last week! I had a good time but I have to say this pregnancy has been a little different. My husband keeps saying to himself " I thought pregnant people were supposed to be sweet and nice". I guess I have been grumpy lately!

2008-07-03T08:37:00.000-07:00

Is this background too busy?

2008-07-01T18:51:00.000-07:00

I am looking forward to "Pink Christmas". This is the first time I've done it and I think it will be a fun project!You donate $15 and that goes to a family in need. Then you are assigned a "secret sister" and you make a handmade gift. (It doesn't have to be too fancy) You send the gift in time for Christmas, and you receive a special something made just for you also. If you want to know more check it out at:
everythingispink.blogspot.com

2008-07-01T18:42:00.000-07:00

It's that time again!

I love Independence Day! Our family gets together with my family at my parents house and have an old fashioned 4th. There's homemade ice cream, (most times!) BBQ, swimming and lots of fireworks. I have really grown to love this tradition. The Veterans share their stories and we discuss a little politics. This year I hope we can make it to the parade. We never get up early enough to find a parking spot!

2008-07-01T18:06:00.000-07:00

It took me a couple of days of typing off & on and then by the time I finished I just wanted to throw something together for the binder. It turned out ok. The main thing is that it is so much easier to look through my recipes now and they have the sheet protectors to save them. As I was looking through them I started thinking hhmm I should cook this or that sometime!

The suspense

2008-06-26T20:30:00.001-07:00

I am assuming the baby's a boy and I think I might even have a name but I just want to know for sure!! My DR. tried to see if he could tell but he couldn't say for sure. He said " well I don't see anything there or sticking up but I just can't say..." No pressure or anything the poor guy. I mean he's talking to a lady with 4 boys I am sure he didn't want to make a mistake! Let's just say the suspense is starting to kill me a little here people!

Bored...

2008-06-25T06:01:00.000-07:00

I was just as bad as the kids yesterday! They were bored and I was too. I was actually thinking there's nothing to dooo. (as I look around my house I could spot a few things but thought nah) My oldest has been gone for a week and he is the ring leader for the little guys. I miss that kid! Anyway, My 4 yr old was moping around and my 3 yr. old was asleep so I asked him if he wanted to make cookies. His eyes lit up and was so excited. note: including my little ones in cooking is something I'm not good at. I'm a "germ-a-phobe" (however you spell it) and a little OCD sometimes. We started making cookies and it went really well, he thought it was so fun. Then he looked at me and said "I'm happy now Mom". Just out of the blue. It was sweet.
Now for my ADD moment: I came across my recipe book and decided I was going to re- type all of them and make a cute binder for them. Talk about boredom! We'll see if I finish. note: this is not my box, it's too organized!

2008-06-24T08:19:00.000-07:00

This is a jean pocket purse. Martha Stewart made them earlier this year and I thought they were so cute. Just take pockets and sew them together and embellish. I just added ribbon and iron on transfers. Just the right size for a beanie baby or other fun little accessories. My son is giving it as a birthday gift for a little girl.

2008-06-18T06:30:00.000-07:00

Also....in conjunction to that post: I might sound cold but it was pretty bad. I guess they were trying to prove to the kid that they didn't care if he screamed, he still had to sit there. I get it. - But come on that lesson was at our expense! According to "Super Nanny" LOL they should have just taken him out because he was choosing not to sit there and behave. I have to say I agree!
ok there's my rant.

Rudeness...

2008-06-14T08:04:00.000-07:00

This morning I went to the craft store to pick something up. When I go I always kind of look around leisurely since I have no kids with me usually! As soon as I walked in, I started hearing a kid crying. (maybe18mos. or 2yrs.old) I felt bad for the parents although I couldn't see them. I noticed that the kid kept crying. At this point it was a little annoying.(also, at this point me or my husband take our child out of the store since we are embarrassed. ) I heard the mom yell at another kid and thought man, she must HAVE to be in here for something, until I see her and her husband walking down the isles with their 3 kids! Just taking their time in no hurry! UUUGGHHH
That is soo rude! They literally were looking down every isle like they were deaf or something. By this time I had a headache and wanted to say "why don't you spare us and leave"? As I was checking out everyone in line was annoyed with them and the manager was going to say something. The poor cashier looked at me and said "they've been here since we opened".

2008-06-11T19:26:00.001-07:00

Must have for the summer! www.wrapables.com

A day at the zoo..

2008-06-09T19:06:00.000-07:00

Shawn's company picnic was at the zoo this year. How sweet of them to pick the zoo in 90 degree heat! The kids had a good time but it was hot. I think I griped about every 5 feet of walking. I feel kinda bad, now that it's over. As soon as it was over we headed for my parents and straight for the pool! I think that was the only thing keeping us going for the last hour of the picnic!

2008-06-05T20:04:00.000-07:00

This picture might seem strange, so let me explain. I am what I call the "fridge friend".
I am the friend that gets all the stuff in the fridge or pantry that the current moving away friend needs to get rid of. I didn't think too much about it until I noticed it was becoming a pattern! All my friends move away. The sad thing is that I think I have actually started to kind of keep up my guard (for lack of better words). I don't even realize I'm doing it but I think I am. I kind of keep myself from getting to close to people because I know they are going to move away eventually. I am probably short changing myself from a lot of good friendships so I should work on it. - But it is sad when you get close to people & your the one left behind EVERY stinkin' time!
I am always grateful for the friendships though.

2008-06-05T19:54:00.000-07:00

Ok, so here we go. I can hear the thunder as I sit here at the computer while I briefly think maybe I should get off of here, nah. We are going to have 80 mile an hour winds. Hopefully everything will be ok. Although the I have to say that I think at some point I will have to deal with a tornado. I mean come on this is Oklahoma. I am just grateful that I haven't yet.

2008-05-26T20:53:00.000-07:00

I am thinking that some day I will discover the many or mini hidden talents of myself. By so doing I figure I have to really try to do some things to find out. Here are some I thought of (yes some of these are embarrassing to admit amid my Mormon culture sistas but what the heck)
Here goes:
canning
baking bread, seriously this is going to be a challenge I screw it up with a machine!
cooking/from scratch better & new ideas
sewing ok in my defense my machine is vintage and would be better used to look at on a shelf
scrapbooking/cardmaking
staying on task
being organized
being more creative with my family
making the cute charts that I make actually work!
really studying the scriptures better
more service
laundry I hate putting it away
photography taking more & better pics
teaching my kids piano - which means I need to brush up
learning new songs on piano
having consistent fun FHE's
playing with my kids
being more patient yes that's a talent for me, anyways!
getting to know people
jewelry making
gardening
keeping in touch with others
acting on promptings quickly

I'm sure I am forgetting some but I think this is a good start!

This is why you have a nap schedule..

2008-05-26T20:33:00.000-07:00

Everyone knows how it is on Sunday, your tired and relaxed and there is not much to do but rest anyway. So we had some ice cream just before 6pm ( yes I think that was considered dinner sad I know) and then we were just sitting around talking in the family room and next thing we know Alex and Tyler had fallen asleep. The sad thing is I was just so happy to have them asleep, I just let them snooze. What were we thinking? So yes of course they wake up and are ready to roll until the wee hours! My poor husband was up with Alex until 3:30 am! After watching a couple of movies on the couch Al was finally starting to get quiet and then it happened....
BANG!!! A really loud storm started! So of course we are up checking the weather since you never know if your house is going to be blown away, and the kid is wide awake again! You know you live in Oklahoma when your 3yr. old says "oh tornado" with a scared look on his face!
Sweet Dreams!

Summer is here!

2008-05-26T07:36:00.000-07:00

I am so ready for summer. I am just as happy about it as the kids! I know.. I know they will get on my nerves a bit but I am still ready!
I hope I can relax and just enjoy the kids this summer so I don't have to feel the guilt when school encroaches on us that I didn't do enough fun things with them!

Mothers Day..

2008-05-14T10:32:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone had a great mother's day! Mine was pretty good! The guys took care of dinner for me and the clean up. I had something more like glazed baby carrots and white linen table cloths in mind but that's alright.

It was nice not to have to do anything -even if it was a cook out dinner on paper plates! It was the most beautiful day. Sunny and no wind. That's a big deal in Oklahoma!
All in all it was nice!

2008-05-10T19:39:00.000-07:00

I want this too! I have enough kids to actually make it a charm bracelet!

available at: emmyandally.com too cute! now can someone just tell my husband?

Top 5 "M" Day gifts....

2008-05-09T15:32:00.000-07:00

A nanny for the day.....

someone pushing

your face in a contraption,

MOM SPIT, yeah ya know..instead of using the real thing to get rid of those milk or kool-aide stains use this. Believe me the kids will appreciate it as well!

No.4 FULL NIGHT OF SLEEP, No.5 the BATHROOM TO YOURSELF!

Baby Ticker - The Baby Countdown Pregnancy Ticker

2008-05-06T09:10:00.001-07:00

Baby Ticker - The Baby Countdown Pregnancy Tickergreat free widgetsWidgetbox

2008-05-01T20:05:00.000-07:00

I am really happy that my 4yr got into the Pre-K Program at the school I wanted! He is soo ready to go! I used to be kinda sad when the boys got to this stage but now I am happy for them! (& me)

2008-04-28T08:36:00.001-07:00

I am feeling a little guilty about the fact that I look at other people's blog, and you know who you are Stephanie :) and I see how you are taking your kids places and having fun! I should do that some time huh! Maybe that is why they are getting into weird things around here. Maybe they are trying to tell me something! So that is my goal this week, if it kills me I will get them out for some fun!

2008-04-25T21:26:00.000-07:00

It's already started. When I am PG I start nesting early. I look around my house and see so many things I need to get finished, then start to panic and think I only have 7 mos. to get all this done. Then proceed into my drive my husband crazy mode. I don't know why I get this way. One added bonus is that my husband who hates home improvement, has to step it up! :)
He doesn't want me doing certain things so now is the time to "cash in" -if you will!
My living room is driving me nuts. I know what I want, the hard part is I can't afford what I want. So now I will be posting some before and afters soon!

2008-04-25T20:39:00.001-07:00

"The Infinite honor of being a wife..."

"I am not a homemaker because I had too little ambition or education to make anything else of myself. No—I am a homemaker because God has given me the infinite honor of being a wife, and I delight in employing every ability that He has equipped me with in this glad career." ~Mrs. Lanier Ivester

2008-04-24T07:09:00.000-07:00

Well, let's just say everything has gone to pot around my house lately! I am pretty much stationed on the couch unless I have to get up. My four year old has been dubbed secretary and official "can you go get mommy"... boy. Poor kid. He'll survive. I knew it was bad when my mom came by and asked if she could come clean my house! And I heard my husband saying to the kids "ya know I have other things I need to do besides just going around and picking up after you guys". I could hear the Hallelujah chorus!! Maybe he's seen the light!

2008-04-21T23:46:00.001-07:00

I guess it is so true what they say about being clumsy when your pregnant. I headed out the door for my first pre-natal visit (and it was already Monday so I had that going against me) and I was running just a hair late. So I am flying down the turnpike and I get off at my exit and wouldn't ya know the street is all blocked off. Did I mention that I was running on fumes and my car is a gas guzzler, So I was praying I would make it. Then I was still driving a little fast and came up to a traffic jam and had to slam on my brakes (I actually heard screeching) and just tapped the big fancy truck in front of me! AAOHH just a little bleep. So I pulled up the curb and was rummaging through the glove box only to find my expired insurance card and I glance at my car and think this is so embarrassing. My car was a freaking dump! My mom always says you can tell what a person's house looks like by how they keep their car! Ya it's true my house is a dump right now too! So anyway thank goodness all the damage was on my car. So I hopped back in and prayed to make it just to the DR. office. Later that night.....I pull up at target and open my door only to every so slightly bump the car next to me! ARE you kidding me? So I look at the car and there is just a smudge of white paint. I am assuming it's from me. So I think aw great. So I get back in the car and move across the parking lot! Was that bad? Then I go home and forgot to put the garage door down until a minute ago. It is 1:30 am. Could I just start this week over again?

So.......I'd like to place my order......

2008-04-13T21:46:00.001-07:00

I'll take one of these please! Our little bundle of joy should arrive late Nov. or early Dec.!! Yay!! I've only told a few girlfriends so far because I am still so early but I am excited. Yes I will accept a boy as well! I am partial to little guys since we have four already. little boys are so sweet, but I would love to have a daughter as well!

My new "thing"......

2008-03-27T08:40:00.001-07:00

so, I am always looking for a "new thing" to make money and I decided to start something! It's called Cookie Lee. It is affordable fashion jewelry with crystals and mostly silver. All the pieces have a LIFE-TIME warranty! I am so excited. I love fashion and jewelry so I think this will be fun!
Did I say the jewelry is affordable? Okay just making sure!

I love these Keys.

2008-03-22T15:14:00.000-07:00

This picture is from : http://www.romantichomes.com/current.html

New finds...

2008-03-22T14:55:00.000-07:00

It needs a little tweaking but I found this light at a thrift store for 8 bucks! Then I found these silver spoons for $1.00 and 15 plates for $7.50. Not bad. I think I will put them above my cabinets and alternate them. I have black walls with white wainscoting and white wood. We'll see how it turns out. Amazing what you can do for 20 bucks!

Egg Hunt...

2008-03-22T13:57:00.001-07:00

Every year our neighborhood has an egg hunt. The boys met the Easter Bunny and hunted eggs. They had a great time. Here they are resting in deep thought.

HAPPY EASTER!

2008-03-22T13:54:00.000-07:00

I love these nests, not just for Easter. I think these are so cute. So easy to make. I just picked up some eggs and grabbed stuff I had around the house. The nest is a garland and I cut some off to make it.

2008-03-19T20:15:00.000-07:00

SPRING.....there is popcorn popping on the tree!

2008-03-18T22:27:00.000-07:00

Why is it the ONE day I didn't style my son's (9yrs) hair and let him pick out his clothes it happens to be freaking PICTURE DAY!!!? What are the odds? I am sure "Party Mom" was there and she probably just shook her head....I hope she wasn't around when my friend forgot to pick him up for me! I know......I will pay for the therapy.

At what point is enough?

2008-03-18T21:28:00.000-07:00

Okay so lately I have been feeling a little guilty. Ya see we had a dog named Jet he was a good little dog and he loved the kids. He just had a few bad really bad habits. Like running out of the front door and down the street. I looked like an idiot trying to chase him. And eating off the table when we weren't looking........ ya there is no telling...don't even go there but I drew the line at marking his territory on my dining room chair! UGGHHH! So one day I just said "that's it he's gone" and took him to the animal place, ya know where they "try their hardest to find them a home" Then the lady tells me that If he passes the behavioral test he can go up for adoption". After I have signed him over she says "IF" I mean IF what the heck does that mean? So I am torn with guilt and I keep seeing his little beety black eyes and am losing sleep. The kids are ok with understanding "he's going to a new good home". My 4 year old is still wondering where I took him that day and our 9 year old is the one who misses him the most. He is our little Steve Erwin ( they even have the same Bday) but I think he will survive, considering it took him 2 days to notice he was gone!

Doodle Caddy- a crayon and notebook roll up tote by Blossom Toys. (Loove it!)

2008-03-18T20:52:00.001-07:00

Must have for toddlers this season

2008-03-18T20:45:00.000-07:00

love the look of Pottery Barn...like the price of Walmart better. Here is my knock off version. my basket was 5.50 and about 8$ to fill.

2008-03-18T16:52:00.000-07:00

2008-03-18T16:34:00.000-07:00

These are my new favorite things!! I went on a beauty binge......worth every penny. http://www.infrashine.com/http://www.bareescentuals.com/

Rainy day...

2008-03-18T16:16:00.000-07:00

So, another rainy day. Yes, it's spring break but our weather has been crummy! The boys love to play outside but it has been cold and rainy. And I wonder why people go to Florida?

I'm taking back our bed

2008-03-18T15:30:00.000-07:00

2008-03-18T15:07:00.002-07:00

As I look at the alarm clock to see the time, I dislodge my son’s arm from underneath me and my husband asks if I can move my other son’s knee from poking him in the back. I am sooo tired and don’t want to get up. I hit a new low when I said to my hubby “can’t my (older) son just make his lunch himself?” Pathetic, I know. My 3-year old and 4-year old have been sleeping with us off and seems like more “on” lately. Our 3-yr old thinks he is entitled to sleep with us and the 4 –yr old sneaks in at some random hour. Did I mention that I HATE daylight savings? I mean who cares what time it is when it is dark. Our sleep has been so crazy lately. I had an idea that I would use a cot in our room and whoever came in would sleep on it. It started off a little shaky when our son thought it was his new bed. So at least one of them was out of our bed, but I knew something was wrong with this picture when I woke up one morning and the kids were both in our bed and my husband was on the cot! I am kicking the kids out. Starting tonight….I am locking the door!

2008-03-18T15:07:00.001-07:00

Starting this week I am going to tackle my pantry and disect it to improve it. My mom is going to help me. Mom is like a special agent in organizing so she will kick butt. I love to be organized, but I stink at knowing how to do it. Guess it’s the add that gets me sidetracked. I remember when I was a kid I would get distracted looking at something I found while cleaning my room and started playing with whatever it was that had been missing! Needless to say I didn’t get much cleaning done. I will post a before and after of “The Pantry”.

2008-03-18T15:03:00.000-07:00

Easter is almost here..

2008-03-18T15:00:00.000-07:00

I can’t believe Easter is almost here. I am so thrown off that it’s in March. My DH and I were at Wal-mart and he suggested that we get those pre-made baskets. I don’t mean to be offensive but I hate those things! He picked some huge one that had a big truck in it. Not what I had in mind for an Easter basket. Maybe because I don’t have a girl, but I love to put together each one individually for the kids, with stuff that they like. I know, it’s probably a touch of OCD but I can’t help it. I am obsessed with Pottery Barn and dang it I am going to make my knock off version of whatever it is I am doing!

Sooooo here's my blog

2008-03-18T14:02:00.000-07:00

I thought it was about time that I started a blog since it seems everyone has one. Not that I have an exciting life or anything close to one but I figured what the heck. I know too many SAHMs that are bored so I thought hhhmm it might be fun.
Long story short I am a SAHM of 4 yes 4 boys. I know, what were we thinking? And yes I want more, maybe just 1 and no we are not trying for ”that girl”. Although I really really hope we have one! And yes I am Mormon so ya know, we are going for the “Mormon Power Look” as my brother puts it. Just kidding. We enjoy having children and the joy and crap that they bring! Soo, it’s Spring Break for my 13 and 9 year olds. So I figure I am in for some chores, bickering, taxi driving, fast food, hearing I’m boored wrapped up with a desperate attempt to redeem myself by doing something fun on the last day with a dollip of guilt thinking “I should have planned stuff to do” on top! - Oh well