Our Christmas was wonderful. The morning was very peaceful, although Kenzie's excitement was enough for 10 kids. (Faith was at egg donors this year for Christmas morning) Thalan once he started opening presents he didn't want to stop so he played in the wrapping paper.
I know what your thinking where are the pics. You all know me though they are not on the computer yet. Sorry. Work has consumed me, and this is the first time I have been on the computer.
The whole week before Christmas everyone EXCEPT me has been sick in my house with the stomach bug. I don't know how it has passed me, I just think God knows my family and my job need me healthy and is giving me a break.
Santa gave me an Ipod nano and I have not gotten the chance to play with it yet, I can't wait. He even had it engraved. I definitly have the best Santa ever. Plus he got me wii fit plus, Love it and goodbye baby weight. (more then a year later)
So how do I explain to my 3 1/2 yr. old Santa only comes once a year? So she stops asking me everyday why he didn't come again. Nomatter how we put it she just doesn't get it and is so upset, it breaks my heart. If she only knew that if he did it would break the bank.
I love Christmas. This year I had what seemed like no time because I was working so much. Next year I am hoping to be more organized and decorate more. For now I have toys and toys, and clothes to organize. Yuck.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Happy 1st birthday ! 12-16-09
I tried to write this yesterday as that was his birthday , but it woulsn't let me log on. I think it was for the best I was just to emotional.
Thalan right after his first bath.
Thalan and daddy 4 months old.
Thalan this Halloween.
I can not believe how much he has changed!
Thalan James was one yesterday.
One can you believe it, I feel like just yesterday I was writing his birth story.
Thalan right after his first bath.
Thalan and daddy 4 months old.
Thalan this Halloween.
I can not believe how much he has changed!Thalan James was one yesterday.
One can you believe it, I feel like just yesterday I was writing his birth story.
My little big man from the beginning. My baby forever.
He is a tough guy that is for sure. He took off crawling at a mere 5 months and was walking by 9.
Thalan has always been so happy, even when he fuses he would seem to smile.
I am truly amazed how different he is from Kenzie, from my pregnancy up to know. I am excited and to be honest a little scared to see the differences grow as they do.
I woke yesterday at 5 am to find myself not being able to sleep anymore. After hubby left for work, the tears came, and I think they were both happy and sad. One such a small number with so much behind it. The baby time is gone though , everyday he grows more independent of me and that is why I am sad. I am so happy for him to be able to play and be happy with his sisters, and cousins. Happy that he has his life ahead of him to explore.
I kind of just wished the time went a little slower.
To my Thalan James. I love you buddy.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
snow days
I woke up early this morning feeling like a child wondering if the snow really did fall and if we could be snowed in all day.
It did and I really needed it. I miss having a day in PJ's with the kids, we spend our days running in 10 different directions and by the end of it I still miss them. Not today.
Today we are watching movies, making some homemade presents, rice Crispy treats, and relaxing. Hopefully we will be able to get out in the snow and play to but it's supposed to rain so I am not to sure.
One of the greatest memories as a child was playing in the snow with my brothers and sister. Coming in for hot coco and watching cartoons we always missed because we were in school, playing board games, and well for me reading my favorite book.
Now I have my own children to look forward to having a snow day but I still feel like a kid oh well. :)
It did and I really needed it. I miss having a day in PJ's with the kids, we spend our days running in 10 different directions and by the end of it I still miss them. Not today.
Today we are watching movies, making some homemade presents, rice Crispy treats, and relaxing. Hopefully we will be able to get out in the snow and play to but it's supposed to rain so I am not to sure.
One of the greatest memories as a child was playing in the snow with my brothers and sister. Coming in for hot coco and watching cartoons we always missed because we were in school, playing board games, and well for me reading my favorite book.
Now I have my own children to look forward to having a snow day but I still feel like a kid oh well. :)
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
My friend is having a giveaway :)
It ends today so hurry and enter while you can.
About three years ago i was blessed with getting to know Janet. In the past three years she has been busy raising her two beautiful children with her wonderful husband. In that time she started a business for her self. I can not even describe how wonderful everything she makes is. To be honest she amazes me, she makes so many things Hair bows, baby legs, wall hangings, winter hats, tutus, and more importantly she loves what she does and makes them to perfection so everyone is happy.
here is the link:http://dimplesdots.blogspot.com/2009/12/december-giveaway.html
Its so simple, to enter but please don't forget to mention my name when you enter.
Thanks and good luck, Connie
About three years ago i was blessed with getting to know Janet. In the past three years she has been busy raising her two beautiful children with her wonderful husband. In that time she started a business for her self. I can not even describe how wonderful everything she makes is. To be honest she amazes me, she makes so many things Hair bows, baby legs, wall hangings, winter hats, tutus, and more importantly she loves what she does and makes them to perfection so everyone is happy.
here is the link:http://dimplesdots.blogspot.com/2009/12/december-giveaway.html
Its so simple, to enter but please don't forget to mention my name when you enter.
Thanks and good luck, Connie
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Sisters
A week ago Tuesday Faith was supposed to go somewhere with her mom. Needless to say she was very excited, and then came home at the usual time because at the last minute they didn't go. Well, when I talked to Sean before I got home from work he said she was fine, but I didn't believe it. Soon enough I walked in the door and she ran to me hugged me and tears came streaming down her face.
We talked and in the end I feel as though I consoled her as much as I could. She turned to me though and said "I guess I should know by now all she does is lie why do I even care" I told her that it is OK to care, because she is her mother and no matter what her mother does she does love her it's OK to be sad when your feelings are hurt. That is when Faith told me to stop , stop trying to make the hurt go away that I can only protect her so much.
This came out of my 8 year old. I cried , I couldn't hold back the tears, but then Faith said she was sorry. I held her and told her my tears weren't because I was hurting , they were because I couldn't take her pain I couldn't protect her from everything. We hugged and cried and then kenzie walked in saw us and commented, mommy I didn't do it, I didn't make sissy cry.
That got us laughing a little and we got ready for bed. I tucked the girls in and heard them chatting for about 20 minutes before they both fell asleep. Thinking wow soon it will be hours that they are up talking about everything.
The next morning came and Kenzie told me that Andraya is not aloud to hurt faith no more. That is makes her angry that she made her sissy cry and she is going to yell at her and if she ever does it again she will hurt her back. Faith looked at me and said she's right mom and she is mad but tell her not to yell at my mother.
This time it will be easy Kenzie never sees Andraya. In the future though as the girls get older I don't know how to stop this battle. Kenzie loves Faith and defends her to the end with everybody, my sister would do the same even up until now. I love how they love each other and would give their all to protect each other.
This morning though when Faith was getting ready for school, Kenzie said "sissy if you need me call daddy's cell phone I will not let her hurt you anymore" Faith hugged her and said told kenzie she loved her. The subject was dropped. I on the other hand walked away hiding my tears because we can't protect her, we can't take away the pain that is caused by her egg donor of a mother. The woman that sees no wrong in anything she does to this child all because she is to selfish to see beyond her self.
Everyday I get through by reminding myself that Faith will become stronger because of all of this and as long as we are her for her when she needs us to be she will be ok.
Am I right?
We talked and in the end I feel as though I consoled her as much as I could. She turned to me though and said "I guess I should know by now all she does is lie why do I even care" I told her that it is OK to care, because she is her mother and no matter what her mother does she does love her it's OK to be sad when your feelings are hurt. That is when Faith told me to stop , stop trying to make the hurt go away that I can only protect her so much.
This came out of my 8 year old. I cried , I couldn't hold back the tears, but then Faith said she was sorry. I held her and told her my tears weren't because I was hurting , they were because I couldn't take her pain I couldn't protect her from everything. We hugged and cried and then kenzie walked in saw us and commented, mommy I didn't do it, I didn't make sissy cry.
That got us laughing a little and we got ready for bed. I tucked the girls in and heard them chatting for about 20 minutes before they both fell asleep. Thinking wow soon it will be hours that they are up talking about everything.
The next morning came and Kenzie told me that Andraya is not aloud to hurt faith no more. That is makes her angry that she made her sissy cry and she is going to yell at her and if she ever does it again she will hurt her back. Faith looked at me and said she's right mom and she is mad but tell her not to yell at my mother.
This time it will be easy Kenzie never sees Andraya. In the future though as the girls get older I don't know how to stop this battle. Kenzie loves Faith and defends her to the end with everybody, my sister would do the same even up until now. I love how they love each other and would give their all to protect each other.
This morning though when Faith was getting ready for school, Kenzie said "sissy if you need me call daddy's cell phone I will not let her hurt you anymore" Faith hugged her and said told kenzie she loved her. The subject was dropped. I on the other hand walked away hiding my tears because we can't protect her, we can't take away the pain that is caused by her egg donor of a mother. The woman that sees no wrong in anything she does to this child all because she is to selfish to see beyond her self.
Everyday I get through by reminding myself that Faith will become stronger because of all of this and as long as we are her for her when she needs us to be she will be ok.
Am I right?
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Busy, busy.
Wow I can not beleive it's December 1st.
Before I start on that though, let me go back.
Thanksgiving was wonderful. We went to Seans Grandparents with the kids and it was so peaceful. I made the sides and Gram did the turkey. God bless her and Gramp, at 84 &94 they are both still going strong. I don't know where we would be without them, they both give us so much support that it really gets us through. I love them as though they are my own grandparents and can't think of life without them .
On to Dec. and I know this month is going to fly by, we are so so busy.
Starting this weekend. Here is my Saturday schedule.
10-12 girls have dance
1:45-2:45 Faith has basketball
4:30-6:30 kenzie has her fisrt friend at school birthday party.
Then when we come home I think we are going to decorate the tree. (If I get it up before then)
This is about the same for every Sat in Dec, except its a different birthday party after basketball.
One being.......
My little big mans first birthday. I can not believe it's been a year. My baby doesn't even look like a baby anymore, he looks like a little boy. He will always be my baby though.
Then a week later it's Christmas, my favorite holiday, EVER. I definitely need to start buying new decorations though. My mom always had our house done up like it was a gallery. I know it took years of collecting but still. One day my house will look like a Christmas gallery too:)
Here's off to a busy month let's hope I find the time to blog.
Before I start on that though, let me go back.
Thanksgiving was wonderful. We went to Seans Grandparents with the kids and it was so peaceful. I made the sides and Gram did the turkey. God bless her and Gramp, at 84 &94 they are both still going strong. I don't know where we would be without them, they both give us so much support that it really gets us through. I love them as though they are my own grandparents and can't think of life without them .
On to Dec. and I know this month is going to fly by, we are so so busy.
Starting this weekend. Here is my Saturday schedule.
10-12 girls have dance
1:45-2:45 Faith has basketball
4:30-6:30 kenzie has her fisrt friend at school birthday party.
Then when we come home I think we are going to decorate the tree. (If I get it up before then)
This is about the same for every Sat in Dec, except its a different birthday party after basketball.
One being.......
My little big mans first birthday. I can not believe it's been a year. My baby doesn't even look like a baby anymore, he looks like a little boy. He will always be my baby though.
Then a week later it's Christmas, my favorite holiday, EVER. I definitely need to start buying new decorations though. My mom always had our house done up like it was a gallery. I know it took years of collecting but still. One day my house will look like a Christmas gallery too:)
Here's off to a busy month let's hope I find the time to blog.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
My Marriage
Sean and I have been together for well just about 5 years. Although it seems like yesterday we just meet.
I am amazed on how far we have become
individually,
together,
as parents,
as partners,
and to be honest everyday I am in disbelief how I have someone that completes me so well.
Maybe your wondering why I am writing this.
I realized last night that I just wouldn't be with out him.
What Con?
Five years later and your just realizing this!
No I knew it but to be honest last night I felt it.
While we were talking and he was wiping away my tears and put all the pieces back together for me. As I went to sleep and felt relief my husband not only understand me but he gets me.
I woke up this morning knowing that today is a new day and no matter what happens he is here for me and in so many ways it makes me feel better.
I am amazed on how far we have become
individually,
together,
as parents,
as partners,
and to be honest everyday I am in disbelief how I have someone that completes me so well.
Maybe your wondering why I am writing this.
I realized last night that I just wouldn't be with out him.
What Con?
Five years later and your just realizing this!
No I knew it but to be honest last night I felt it.
While we were talking and he was wiping away my tears and put all the pieces back together for me. As I went to sleep and felt relief my husband not only understand me but he gets me.
I woke up this morning knowing that today is a new day and no matter what happens he is here for me and in so many ways it makes me feel better.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
A Saturday of thought.
For the first time in about two minths, I have a Saturday to relax and take mommy time. Thalan is still home with me while the girls are at Gram's but being that he is such a good boy I can not complain.
So much has been going on latley and I realized today that I have not taken any time to process any of it.
So I am thinking it all through. Not having a fight in my mind about any of it, just writting it all down in a notebeeok so I can see the actions I have to take.
There is a life lesson here beneath all the crazy surroundings.
It's not just to take life one day at a time....
Or even one moment at a time...
It's to remember to breath through all the moments and remember that life is what you make it.
To smile even when you are sad...
Let others give a helping hand....
Don't be afraid to stand for what you believe....
And most of all be thankful for life itself...
I love my life, and I am proud of who I have become through the years. I know i am strong and when I am not feeling as strong as I think I should be I am thank ful for my wonderful husband.
So much has been going on latley and I realized today that I have not taken any time to process any of it.
So I am thinking it all through. Not having a fight in my mind about any of it, just writting it all down in a notebeeok so I can see the actions I have to take.
There is a life lesson here beneath all the crazy surroundings.
It's not just to take life one day at a time....
Or even one moment at a time...
It's to remember to breath through all the moments and remember that life is what you make it.
To smile even when you are sad...
Let others give a helping hand....
Don't be afraid to stand for what you believe....
And most of all be thankful for life itself...
I love my life, and I am proud of who I have become through the years. I know i am strong and when I am not feeling as strong as I think I should be I am thank ful for my wonderful husband.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
A big Family
Coming from a big family has taught me many things through life, and to be honest I am still learning. Having a family of five isn't huge but it is not small either ,to be honest I think it's perfect.
Some things I have learned:
Family is always there when you really need them, even if they are not the ones you speak to everyday.
Nomatter how upset you are with anyone in your family if you were raised right if they need you they are there.
Some body that is close enough to your family to call your parents mom and dad will always be family.
There is no difference in siblings even if you have a differnet mom or dad.
Presents don't really matter it's the love that is shared when your together.
There are always going to be times when someone is upset with another, but in the end life is to short to hold a grudge.
Having children of my own has made me realize that life is more precious everyday. Nomatter what is going on, or how bad a day could be the truth is as long as you have family surrounding you life is never that bad at all.
I hope in raising my kids I can show and teach them the things I have learned and learn more from them as well.
Some things I have learned:
Family is always there when you really need them, even if they are not the ones you speak to everyday.
Nomatter how upset you are with anyone in your family if you were raised right if they need you they are there.
Some body that is close enough to your family to call your parents mom and dad will always be family.
There is no difference in siblings even if you have a differnet mom or dad.
Presents don't really matter it's the love that is shared when your together.
There are always going to be times when someone is upset with another, but in the end life is to short to hold a grudge.
Having children of my own has made me realize that life is more precious everyday. Nomatter what is going on, or how bad a day could be the truth is as long as you have family surrounding you life is never that bad at all.
I hope in raising my kids I can show and teach them the things I have learned and learn more from them as well.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
A little late..
Happy Halloween!!!
The kids had two day s of halloween this year and recieved enough candy for two months. Friday we had Kenzie's Halloween party at school ,which was very cute. I love seeing little kids dressed up. Friday night faith had a Halloween party at a friends house which was great. Thalan kindof just went along for it all, but I have to say he was and is the cutest tigger ever.
Here is Faith with her Vampire pumpkin that she painted at the party.
Here is Kenzie in the little parade at school. She was a musketeer princess.
Thalan James bouncingat me to grab the camera. Love this pic even though it's blury.
The kids had two day s of halloween this year and recieved enough candy for two months. Friday we had Kenzie's Halloween party at school ,which was very cute. I love seeing little kids dressed up. Friday night faith had a Halloween party at a friends house which was great. Thalan kindof just went along for it all, but I have to say he was and is the cutest tigger ever.
Here is Faith with her Vampire pumpkin that she painted at the party.
Here is Kenzie in the little parade at school. She was a musketeer princess.
Thalan James bouncingat me to grab the camera. Love this pic even though it's blury.
A little late but better then never.
Looking foward to next Halloween already. I got pumpkin carving kits on sale yesterday 75% off. I have loved Halloween sense I was a kid, and it's just as great as an adult.
Follow my Blog .... pretty please
I think I need more motivation,to be honest it's a little sad sometimes to see that I only have three followers.
So I am asking you all to follow my blog, ask your friends and send outthe word. I will folow you if you follow me:) Even though I may follow you already and this is why I am asking.
Does anyone have any helpful hints on how to get more followers. Please let me know.
So I am asking you all to follow my blog, ask your friends and send outthe word. I will folow you if you follow me:) Even though I may follow you already and this is why I am asking.
Does anyone have any helpful hints on how to get more followers. Please let me know.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Halloween weekend with a broken camera:(
Okay I know I am not the best at posting pictures everyday like some people do, and believe i want to. I really do. Know though, I can't. My camera broke:( UGH! Right before the holidays, what to do. So for Halloween i will buy a disposable one I guess, they now make digital disposables which is great. But I really need a new camera and I don't think it is in the budget. Hmm maybe I can tell hubby it is an early Christmas present. We will see...
So Halloween plans are as follows....
Thursday Faiths school Halloween party, which I just found out about last night and I will be seeing if I can escape from work to go?
Friday kenzies halloween party at school then Faith has a friends Halloween party friday night. They are both so excited and to be honest I am too.
Then Saturday they both get to dress up for dance in costume, I think it will be so cute seeing all the little ones dressed up.
Saturday night friends and family are gathering here so we can all go trick or treating together.... I am sooo excited. I want to dress up but don't have any good ideas.
So that is it, then well Sunday it's back to work. I am soo looking fowards to this weekend.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!!!
So Halloween plans are as follows....
Thursday Faiths school Halloween party, which I just found out about last night and I will be seeing if I can escape from work to go?
Friday kenzies halloween party at school then Faith has a friends Halloween party friday night. They are both so excited and to be honest I am too.
Then Saturday they both get to dress up for dance in costume, I think it will be so cute seeing all the little ones dressed up.
Saturday night friends and family are gathering here so we can all go trick or treating together.... I am sooo excited. I want to dress up but don't have any good ideas.
So that is it, then well Sunday it's back to work. I am soo looking fowards to this weekend.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Being Selfish!
I know once a bluse moomn I update on the kids. Truth be told I wish I took my time everyday and just wrote an update. Then again as the truth has it , I just don't have the time.
I am not writting to let you know that all the kids are wonderful, and they are. To tell you there latest accomplishments because they do have so many, but to whine a little.
To start:
I love my life , I do. My three amazing beautiful children fill my life with so much joy that it makes me wonder how I got so lucky. Each one of them and I have such a wonderful realtionship. Sean and I are incredibly happy living our lives for our children sneeking in moments of daddy mommy time which is usually spent catching eachother up on the kids or work.
I have been promoted at work to assistant manager. I am so proud of myself for climbing the ladder so fast. I started at Dunkin in June and took time off from November to May for MY little big guy. The started again in May and I am now an assistant manager a place where it usualy takes people years.
So now I am a full time working mom that is scared at the same time is so excited for the life that I am living everyday.
Faith: My beautiful third grader who is little girl trying to find her way and becoming stronger everyday as an individual.
McKenzie: My preschooler who is so big and so smart but still so little and learning more everyday.
Thalan James: My angel from above who has taught me better then anyone in this world that there is always a reason to smile.
Working as much as i do I am sad and miss my family. Sometimes it makes me very bitter. To know that I am missing out on things that they do when I am gone. I know in my heart that this is what I have to do for them that I need to listen to myself when I explain myself to them when they question why mommy has to go. That without mommy working we can't do special things like dance or go on vacations to exciting places. I usually leve out the pay the bills part:)
Faith hates when I am not here when she wakes up or goes to bed. So I have changed my schedule so it's only tops twice a week she wakes to no mommy, and never goes to bed without mommy kisses. Kenzie just cries and begs for me not to go, because my little Connie can not handle the mommy leaving. Thalan whines when I say goodbye and hand him off. Then again when I am driving home I smile just thinking about the hugs I get when i walk in the door.
I am scared though , scared that I can not handle juggling both and that something might fall and break.
Then what happens?
I am not writting to let you know that all the kids are wonderful, and they are. To tell you there latest accomplishments because they do have so many, but to whine a little.
To start:
I love my life , I do. My three amazing beautiful children fill my life with so much joy that it makes me wonder how I got so lucky. Each one of them and I have such a wonderful realtionship. Sean and I are incredibly happy living our lives for our children sneeking in moments of daddy mommy time which is usually spent catching eachother up on the kids or work.
I have been promoted at work to assistant manager. I am so proud of myself for climbing the ladder so fast. I started at Dunkin in June and took time off from November to May for MY little big guy. The started again in May and I am now an assistant manager a place where it usualy takes people years.
So now I am a full time working mom that is scared at the same time is so excited for the life that I am living everyday.
Faith: My beautiful third grader who is little girl trying to find her way and becoming stronger everyday as an individual.
McKenzie: My preschooler who is so big and so smart but still so little and learning more everyday.
Thalan James: My angel from above who has taught me better then anyone in this world that there is always a reason to smile.
Working as much as i do I am sad and miss my family. Sometimes it makes me very bitter. To know that I am missing out on things that they do when I am gone. I know in my heart that this is what I have to do for them that I need to listen to myself when I explain myself to them when they question why mommy has to go. That without mommy working we can't do special things like dance or go on vacations to exciting places. I usually leve out the pay the bills part:)
Faith hates when I am not here when she wakes up or goes to bed. So I have changed my schedule so it's only tops twice a week she wakes to no mommy, and never goes to bed without mommy kisses. Kenzie just cries and begs for me not to go, because my little Connie can not handle the mommy leaving. Thalan whines when I say goodbye and hand him off. Then again when I am driving home I smile just thinking about the hugs I get when i walk in the door.
I am scared though , scared that I can not handle juggling both and that something might fall and break.
Then what happens?
Friday, October 9, 2009
Update with pictures.
So here are some newer pictures of the kids, I know bad mommy they are from last month. This was the first day of school for both of the girls. Yes the outfits match but that was them not me and at least they are different colors:) Thalan just waking up was the cutest Sean put him to bed with no shirt and when I went in to get him I was like um can you say Sean JR. HAHA. My little big man.
The girls are doing great in school.
Faith at the moment is working on a big project about the Moon. Is excelling in Math and reading chapter books almost quicker then I can supply them. She's funny because she knows mommy will never say no too buying books, I am truley amazed by how far she has come.
Kenzie amazes me by what she knows and gets to show off in school. They give the kids pictuers and do things like tell them to circle objects that start with a certain letter or color everything with a certain letter this color. She does them all perfectly and we are so proud.
Thalan, as I call him my little big man is just that. Sence birth he has always been right on target for clothes, that is until a week ago ans nothing 9 months fit him anymore. He now is in 12 months at 10 months which is fine by me, but holy cow I swear he was in 9 months for only a week. His second top tooth is just pushing itself through and my boy loves to eat, I already am scared of my grocery bill in years to come. lol.
Sean and I are good. They recently opened the walkway in Highland. Click here to learn more about it. If it doesn't rain this weeken hopefully I will get to walk it with the kids.www.walkway.org and his store is busier then ever. I on the other hand am beiong promoted to assistant manager in my store.
So as usually we are busy. Life is good though really good.
I am not sure why this pictures are a little fuzy sorry.
The girls are doing great in school.
Faith at the moment is working on a big project about the Moon. Is excelling in Math and reading chapter books almost quicker then I can supply them. She's funny because she knows mommy will never say no too buying books, I am truley amazed by how far she has come.
Kenzie amazes me by what she knows and gets to show off in school. They give the kids pictuers and do things like tell them to circle objects that start with a certain letter or color everything with a certain letter this color. She does them all perfectly and we are so proud.
Thalan, as I call him my little big man is just that. Sence birth he has always been right on target for clothes, that is until a week ago ans nothing 9 months fit him anymore. He now is in 12 months at 10 months which is fine by me, but holy cow I swear he was in 9 months for only a week. His second top tooth is just pushing itself through and my boy loves to eat, I already am scared of my grocery bill in years to come. lol.
Sean and I are good. They recently opened the walkway in Highland. Click here to learn more about it. If it doesn't rain this weeken hopefully I will get to walk it with the kids.www.walkway.org and his store is busier then ever. I on the other hand am beiong promoted to assistant manager in my store.
So as usually we are busy. Life is good though really good.
I am not sure why this pictures are a little fuzy sorry.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
quick update.
Even though I know you all can I can't believe how long it's been sense I posted last. Sorry.
Just a quick update. Still have to put pics on the computer:(
Faith in 2 weeks will be a 3rd grader, and in 3 weeks will be 8 years old! It's so crazy. She was excepted into the Leap program for school, which I think will be so good for her. I am also looking into signing the girls up for dance. Faith will be in a hip hop class which I know she will love.
Kenzie is going into pre-school :( I am happy for her but I can not believe I am school shopping for her already. She is only going 3 days a week, but I think that will be a good start. She is very excited but sad she can not take the bus with sissy yet. The pre-school is through our church and I have heard excellent things about the program. She is growing up so fast.
Kenzie will be taking a kinder dance class, she loves to dance and it will be cute to watch her.
Thalan James is 8 1/2 months old already. He is not only crawling and cruising but trying to walk. I have to say that I am not pushing it though;) I am holding onto him being a baby. Maybe a little to much though. I realized yesterday that I ahve not given him an ounce of table food and it never even crosses my mind. I guess it's because he only has his two bottom teeth and by this time Kenzie refused to eat baby food and had a mouth full of teeth. His Baptism was wonderful it did rain allday but it didn't matter. At the end the sun was shining!
All three kids are so different, which is fine by me it makes me realize that I am blessed in so many different ways when it comes to my own kids. It makes me a better mom.
Sean and I are great, working working and oh ya more work. This weekend we have a date to go out early for our Anniversary. Still not sure what we are going to do but I am excited to spend some time with him alone!
I'll beback to update more with pics soon.
Just a quick update. Still have to put pics on the computer:(
Faith in 2 weeks will be a 3rd grader, and in 3 weeks will be 8 years old! It's so crazy. She was excepted into the Leap program for school, which I think will be so good for her. I am also looking into signing the girls up for dance. Faith will be in a hip hop class which I know she will love.
Kenzie is going into pre-school :( I am happy for her but I can not believe I am school shopping for her already. She is only going 3 days a week, but I think that will be a good start. She is very excited but sad she can not take the bus with sissy yet. The pre-school is through our church and I have heard excellent things about the program. She is growing up so fast.
Kenzie will be taking a kinder dance class, she loves to dance and it will be cute to watch her.
Thalan James is 8 1/2 months old already. He is not only crawling and cruising but trying to walk. I have to say that I am not pushing it though;) I am holding onto him being a baby. Maybe a little to much though. I realized yesterday that I ahve not given him an ounce of table food and it never even crosses my mind. I guess it's because he only has his two bottom teeth and by this time Kenzie refused to eat baby food and had a mouth full of teeth. His Baptism was wonderful it did rain allday but it didn't matter. At the end the sun was shining!
All three kids are so different, which is fine by me it makes me realize that I am blessed in so many different ways when it comes to my own kids. It makes me a better mom.
Sean and I are great, working working and oh ya more work. This weekend we have a date to go out early for our Anniversary. Still not sure what we are going to do but I am excited to spend some time with him alone!
I'll beback to update more with pics soon.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
please!!!!!!
I know this sounds really silly, and i hate to ask but please pray for good weather tomorrow. It is Thalan's Baptism and we are having his party at a recreation park with about 50 close family and friends. I would just love to see everyone be able to have a good time on a beautiful day enjoying life instead of under a pavilion complaining about the weather.
I know whatever happens is in Gods plan and being that it is his and Thalans Day tomorrow I feel almost selfish but to be honest its been a rough week, so I need a nice day of sunshine too.
I know whatever happens is in Gods plan and being that it is his and Thalans Day tomorrow I feel almost selfish but to be honest its been a rough week, so I need a nice day of sunshine too.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Short and Sweet
I always have long post. So here is to trying to be short and sweet.
Sometimes life is trying
a never ending battle
Until you realize...
Take it one day at a time.
There is always a new day to start fresh,
a reason to smile,
a reaon to let go of the past
The past meaning all the yesterdays,
those thing swill never change though.
The future holds all of the tomorrows,
this is what we create
Life is beautiful everyday of it.
Regardless.
Sometimes life is trying
a never ending battle
Until you realize...
Take it one day at a time.
There is always a new day to start fresh,
a reason to smile,
a reaon to let go of the past
The past meaning all the yesterdays,
those thing swill never change though.
The future holds all of the tomorrows,
this is what we create
Life is beautiful everyday of it.
Regardless.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
My Guardian Angel: Gabriel
Okay okay,blame it on Facebook. I took the Who is your Guradian angel quiz and the answer was Gabriel. I feel as though it wasn't just the quiz something brought me to take it, it has been posted for me to take for days, so why today why tonight, why now. WEll, in reading more about Gabriel I understand.
AND....
I am amazed. I am amazed that a gurdian angel can do so much, and that in reading into the meaning of them can touch your heart in such a way. I am so glad that my Faith has not left me in the years. I hope that showing our children our Faith will guide them as well as it has us.
Who is Gabriel:
Gabriel"Strength of God"; "The Divine is my strength"; "God is my strength" The only Archangel depicted as female in art and literature, Gabriel is known as the "messenger" Angel. She is a powerful and strong Archangel, and those who call upon her will find themselves pushed into action that leads to beneficial results. Gabriel helps hopeful parents with conception or through the process of adopting a child. Gabriel is helpingto open your third eye if it's closed and your spiritual vision is therefore blocked. If you wish to receive visions of Angelic guidance regarding the direction you are going in. If you wish to receive prophecies of the changes ahead. If you need help in interpreting your dreams and vision. Gabriel helps anyone whose life purpose involves the arts or communication. She acts as a coach, inspiring and motivating artists, journalist and communicators and helping them to overcome fear and procrastination. Gabriel also helps us to find our true calling. Ask for Gabriel's guidance if you have strayed from your soul's pathway, if you wish to understand your life plan and purpose. She can also help if you can find no reason for being or if changes are ahead and you need guidance. Gabriel is helping your body if it's full of toxins and needs purifying and if your thoughts are impure or negative and need clearing and cleansing. Gabriel is also very helpful for women who have been raped or sexually assaulted and feel dirty as well as being under psychic attack or if you feel that you have absorbed someone else's problems. Brings message that our sexuality is connected not only with body but also with soul. Is a sacred gift. Teaches that you have a holy law to deattach from people that bring negative energy to you by saynig NO
AND....
I am amazed. I am amazed that a gurdian angel can do so much, and that in reading into the meaning of them can touch your heart in such a way. I am so glad that my Faith has not left me in the years. I hope that showing our children our Faith will guide them as well as it has us.
Who is Gabriel:
Gabriel"Strength of God"; "The Divine is my strength"; "God is my strength" The only Archangel depicted as female in art and literature, Gabriel is known as the "messenger" Angel. She is a powerful and strong Archangel, and those who call upon her will find themselves pushed into action that leads to beneficial results. Gabriel helps hopeful parents with conception or through the process of adopting a child. Gabriel is helpingto open your third eye if it's closed and your spiritual vision is therefore blocked. If you wish to receive visions of Angelic guidance regarding the direction you are going in. If you wish to receive prophecies of the changes ahead. If you need help in interpreting your dreams and vision. Gabriel helps anyone whose life purpose involves the arts or communication. She acts as a coach, inspiring and motivating artists, journalist and communicators and helping them to overcome fear and procrastination. Gabriel also helps us to find our true calling. Ask for Gabriel's guidance if you have strayed from your soul's pathway, if you wish to understand your life plan and purpose. She can also help if you can find no reason for being or if changes are ahead and you need guidance. Gabriel is helping your body if it's full of toxins and needs purifying and if your thoughts are impure or negative and need clearing and cleansing. Gabriel is also very helpful for women who have been raped or sexually assaulted and feel dirty as well as being under psychic attack or if you feel that you have absorbed someone else's problems. Brings message that our sexuality is connected not only with body but also with soul. Is a sacred gift. Teaches that you have a holy law to deattach from people that bring negative energy to you by saynig NO
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
The Riley Gang!
Having my own children makes me not only appreciate my mom more but all mothers. Its a never ending job, always rewarding in some way but tiring regardless.
Faith is going to be 8 in two months and I look at her every day and wonder where that little girl went. She really is growing up to fast. She has made it to level 5 in swimming lessons and absolulty loves it. She has already told me that when she is old enough she wants to do the training that they offer to become a lifeguard. I think she would be great at it, she is so good at teaching things and explaining things to other people.
*** Faithism*** Faith is a infomercial queen and always has been. When she was 4 she drew on her tv with markers and told me if I had Kaboom it would come right off! Then of course there is ever toy possible that ou get all this stuff mom for less then $20! Right before we moved I got out of the shower and she told me about the hangers that create more space and oh how it is such a good deal if you order now (then she rattled the number off) you get a set free. Here is the phone. I couldn't help but laugh. Then yesterday I came home from work and she handed me a napkin and said Please please. I looked at the napkin to find a 1 800 number for bendaroos. Then she went on a 5 minute repeat of the commercial on everything you can do with them and how much fun they would be! So I told her I would talk to daddy and she came back with oh I already did and he said to talk to you! I laughed and I am now looking into buying them but they sell them at the store so maybe I will go that route. She cracks me up, one day she will be running an AS seen on TV store!
****Kenzisms****My little one has had a hard time adjusting to everything that has gone on the past 6 months and is regressing in certain aspects. She has become very whiny and only wants mommy and really only mommy, which is cute when I am not trying to get anything accomplished. She has started talking like a baby sometimes when she is upset which is like nails on a chalkboard to me, sometimes she won't even speak she will just whine and piont. I am sure it is just a phase but I am worried about her. She still asks to go back to our old home, to live. Last time I passed the street we did live on she cried for 10 minutes. So sad.
She is doing ok in swimming she is in level 2 but has a hard time keeping her face under to swim which I understand . I almost think that they should have a easier program for the little ones. But hey she is learning alot and I am grateful.
So last night Kenzie told Thalan she was going to tell him a bedtime story. I almost peed laughing. This is it:
One day there was a magical princess and her dog Tobi they were playing in the yard lalalalala. Tobi chased a cat into the forest where it was dark and spooky, the princess was scared. Next thing you now there was monsters and dragons with sharp teeth and a hot mouth and a growl like this roooaaarrrr! The princess said please be quiet and then the monsters brought her and tobi home!
I recieve so many compliments on how polite Kenzie is and always has been sense she could talk, its always please or thank you. So to hear her put it in a story was great.
*** My little big guy*** Thalan James is getting to big for mommies comfort. I know, I know they all grow up but being that he is my last I really want to hang on to this baby time. He has started to crawl or what looks like crawling but really is scooting I have to get it on camera. He is trying to pull himself up, next thing you know he will be running. He will always be my baby though.
I think Thalan is allergic to Strawberries! The other day I gave him Apple,stawberry and banana baby food for breakfast along with his cereal. Next thing you know my poor boy has the worst diaper rash ever and is pooping 6 + times for two days straight! I can't think of anything else it could be. So for now no more strawberries.
I have been thinking that he has been teething sense he was 4months old (kenzie got her first two teeth then) he drools, runny nose, chews on everything. But nothing yet. Well, the other day I felt in there and there is a bump, you can see that it is white but its not through yet. The funny part about it is he wants nothing to do with anyone checking his mouth. He pushes your hand away, will clamp his mouth shut, get squirmy, and makes a sport out of not letting you in. Little poop head!.
Even though all of this going on he has still been a super sleeper and has only been a little cranky.
Oh I almost forgot: So Thalan is on the floor playing and the girls are watching Tv. I went into the Kitchen to make lunch. I hear them Laughing and saying no to Thalan. The little buger was sitting up withthe wipes box imbetween his legs ripping them out and laughing like crazy. They shouls make the boxes childproof! And no I couldn't fiund the camera so no pics I know bad mommy.
Well until next time. Take it One day at a time. Enjoy life,and as I tell Faith be a duck.
Faith is going to be 8 in two months and I look at her every day and wonder where that little girl went. She really is growing up to fast. She has made it to level 5 in swimming lessons and absolulty loves it. She has already told me that when she is old enough she wants to do the training that they offer to become a lifeguard. I think she would be great at it, she is so good at teaching things and explaining things to other people.
*** Faithism*** Faith is a infomercial queen and always has been. When she was 4 she drew on her tv with markers and told me if I had Kaboom it would come right off! Then of course there is ever toy possible that ou get all this stuff mom for less then $20! Right before we moved I got out of the shower and she told me about the hangers that create more space and oh how it is such a good deal if you order now (then she rattled the number off) you get a set free. Here is the phone. I couldn't help but laugh. Then yesterday I came home from work and she handed me a napkin and said Please please. I looked at the napkin to find a 1 800 number for bendaroos. Then she went on a 5 minute repeat of the commercial on everything you can do with them and how much fun they would be! So I told her I would talk to daddy and she came back with oh I already did and he said to talk to you! I laughed and I am now looking into buying them but they sell them at the store so maybe I will go that route. She cracks me up, one day she will be running an AS seen on TV store!
****Kenzisms****My little one has had a hard time adjusting to everything that has gone on the past 6 months and is regressing in certain aspects. She has become very whiny and only wants mommy and really only mommy, which is cute when I am not trying to get anything accomplished. She has started talking like a baby sometimes when she is upset which is like nails on a chalkboard to me, sometimes she won't even speak she will just whine and piont. I am sure it is just a phase but I am worried about her. She still asks to go back to our old home, to live. Last time I passed the street we did live on she cried for 10 minutes. So sad.
She is doing ok in swimming she is in level 2 but has a hard time keeping her face under to swim which I understand . I almost think that they should have a easier program for the little ones. But hey she is learning alot and I am grateful.
So last night Kenzie told Thalan she was going to tell him a bedtime story. I almost peed laughing. This is it:
One day there was a magical princess and her dog Tobi they were playing in the yard lalalalala. Tobi chased a cat into the forest where it was dark and spooky, the princess was scared. Next thing you now there was monsters and dragons with sharp teeth and a hot mouth and a growl like this roooaaarrrr! The princess said please be quiet and then the monsters brought her and tobi home!
I recieve so many compliments on how polite Kenzie is and always has been sense she could talk, its always please or thank you. So to hear her put it in a story was great.
*** My little big guy*** Thalan James is getting to big for mommies comfort. I know, I know they all grow up but being that he is my last I really want to hang on to this baby time. He has started to crawl or what looks like crawling but really is scooting I have to get it on camera. He is trying to pull himself up, next thing you know he will be running. He will always be my baby though.
I think Thalan is allergic to Strawberries! The other day I gave him Apple,stawberry and banana baby food for breakfast along with his cereal. Next thing you know my poor boy has the worst diaper rash ever and is pooping 6 + times for two days straight! I can't think of anything else it could be. So for now no more strawberries.
I have been thinking that he has been teething sense he was 4months old (kenzie got her first two teeth then) he drools, runny nose, chews on everything. But nothing yet. Well, the other day I felt in there and there is a bump, you can see that it is white but its not through yet. The funny part about it is he wants nothing to do with anyone checking his mouth. He pushes your hand away, will clamp his mouth shut, get squirmy, and makes a sport out of not letting you in. Little poop head!.
Even though all of this going on he has still been a super sleeper and has only been a little cranky.
Oh I almost forgot: So Thalan is on the floor playing and the girls are watching Tv. I went into the Kitchen to make lunch. I hear them Laughing and saying no to Thalan. The little buger was sitting up withthe wipes box imbetween his legs ripping them out and laughing like crazy. They shouls make the boxes childproof! And no I couldn't fiund the camera so no pics I know bad mommy.
Well until next time. Take it One day at a time. Enjoy life,and as I tell Faith be a duck.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
One day at a time.
Well, considering yesterday I was in battle mode I wanted to write how excited I am about today.
I have off from work from both jobs and I am going to spend all day with the kids. I think we will go for a walk on the rail trial and then head to the pool. Sean is working most of the day so I probably won;t get to many pictures but i wanted you all to know that I am not letting my anger consume me.
One day at a time. It really is the only way to live.
Happy 4th of July!!!!!!
I have off from work from both jobs and I am going to spend all day with the kids. I think we will go for a walk on the rail trial and then head to the pool. Sean is working most of the day so I probably won;t get to many pictures but i wanted you all to know that I am not letting my anger consume me.
One day at a time. It really is the only way to live.
Happy 4th of July!!!!!!
Friday, July 3, 2009
The never ending battle.
I have to get this out becaue it is consumming me and I feel as though I am going to explode..I try to keep this off my blog but decided it was time to vent and here I am.
A lot has been going on lately with Faith's mother. I fear for Faith most of all. Right after mothers day Faith was in tears telling me her mother told her to lie to us about where they were living. We have a rule in our house that we never get in trouble for telling the truth only when we lie because it hurts people. So she tells me where they are staying and that she is sleeping on a mattress in a laundry room and because of all the noise she can hardly sleep but when she told her mother she was unhappy she was told there was nothing that could be done about it. Faith tells me she doesn't understand why mommy has bought a laptop and a car if she has no money for a place to live. So I reassured her and told her that I am sure mommy has a plan, and that it will all work out to give it time. Well, Sean and I knew summer was approaching and that means she is supposed to get more time with Faith, but Thankfully this time has to be agreed upon. So Sean wrote to her mother 2x stating that because of the living arrangements he will not agree to any more sleep overs but she can have more time if she wants during the day or in the evening. With this he got 2 letters back stating that he can not change the court order that he visitations is Mon-Wends. and every other weekend. So when the last letter came and she said that she will be picking Faith up anyway we then called our lawyer again and said please break the court order down for her. Please explain what Sean has been maybe she'll understand it from you. Well, last Monday came and they show up 2 hours earlier then they said they were and it starts. The girls were in the bedroom playing so I stayed inside at first then jay stopped by thank god, to drop something off so i told her to go inside with the kids. I walk over to the truck where she and her boyfriend are and Sean is outside of it to hear this nonsense. She feels like Sean is telling her what to do, and that he is keeping Faith from her,that he is out of line with the way that he talks to her. As he told her this is not him telling her what to do it's the courts and he is not agreeing because of these reasons. This fell on deaf ears, and all she kept coming back with is respecting her. This is not about her this is about Faith. (something she will never get) She said she is taking us back to court, please do I beg. Not that we said this but really please show the courts how great of a mom you are,how much you support Faith,how many times you call when she is sick,why you are always late picking her up or dropping her off, and WHY she is sleeping on the floor in a laundry room. I try to say something and she put her hand up (honestly it's the only time Sean yelled) because she has no right telling me to shut up,um hello I am raising your kid because you cannot be bothered. Anyway I decided not to open my mouth not for her sake but Sean's because I would of never shut up because I will never understand how a mother can act this way. In her very last letter she said that her and Sean need to communicate better about Faiths emotional well being. She always says she wants to be friends with him...ugh.. why can't she understand that it's not about her. When the beginning of school came and she insisted on picking Faith up Sean and I both asked if this was about more time with Faith then we will work it out and she said no this is about proving a point that we are following the court order. She could of had Faith on Tues and Thursdays but no she can't be bothered.
When i was younger and dreamed of being married with children I never dreamed of this. I fell in love though, not only with Sean but with Faith. She was the sweetest little thing and was like sunshine walking into a room. I adored her and all the time we spent with her, so did my family. I always told Sean that I did not want to take her moms place though, I want to be what Faith wants me to be and that's it. Well, the day before Sean and I got married Faith looked at me and said i am so happy that you are going to be my step mom can I call you mommy now. I cried. By this time I realized that she needed someone to pick up her moms slack she was living with us and she was like my own but still needed so much to be taught to her in order to grow up and be a respectful adult. So that is what I do.. I treat her just like I treat Kenzie and Thalan, I love her just as much even though I feel like it is more because she needs more sometimes. When people ask I have 3 kids, 3 wonderful children. I would die for them all, I will do whatever I have to for them all.
I will never understand how someone can have a child and not be given the the instinct it takes to be a mom. She will blame it on being young, my mom and BF were young too sorry that is no excuse they are wonderful moms and have always done what is right by their children. It makes me mad that she is only a face for things like the first day of school. I was on the PTO, so that made her join because it was a competition to her in some way. She sits in the truck for all of Faiths softball games, she prays with her at night when she sleeps over but tells Faith she will not come to her communion because she doesn't believe in what I am teaching her. She doesn't do anything as far as supporting her in her daily needs for school, or call when she is sick. This will always be blamed on Sean and I. Even the fact that we are teaching her not to lie...Everyday is a new well my mother said to tell you... my mother said .... we listen and let go. Faith tells me everything because I have always told her there is no need for her being in the middle of adult nonsense and she does,sometimes on Tuesdays she waits up for me to get home form work just to hug me and kiss her goodnight and then the next day I get the mommy we need to talk, I reassure her and do my best to work things out for her with Sean. Being a step mom has been the hardest thing I have ever done but I wouldn't change it for the world. I feel sorry for the people in this world that don't love there stepchildren or their own. I feel sorry for the kids out there that are like Faith and trapped in this awful situation. Faith has made me a stronger person and a better mother then I could ever hope to be. She is my everything.My Faith Marie.
A lot has been going on lately with Faith's mother. I fear for Faith most of all. Right after mothers day Faith was in tears telling me her mother told her to lie to us about where they were living. We have a rule in our house that we never get in trouble for telling the truth only when we lie because it hurts people. So she tells me where they are staying and that she is sleeping on a mattress in a laundry room and because of all the noise she can hardly sleep but when she told her mother she was unhappy she was told there was nothing that could be done about it. Faith tells me she doesn't understand why mommy has bought a laptop and a car if she has no money for a place to live. So I reassured her and told her that I am sure mommy has a plan, and that it will all work out to give it time. Well, Sean and I knew summer was approaching and that means she is supposed to get more time with Faith, but Thankfully this time has to be agreed upon. So Sean wrote to her mother 2x stating that because of the living arrangements he will not agree to any more sleep overs but she can have more time if she wants during the day or in the evening. With this he got 2 letters back stating that he can not change the court order that he visitations is Mon-Wends. and every other weekend. So when the last letter came and she said that she will be picking Faith up anyway we then called our lawyer again and said please break the court order down for her. Please explain what Sean has been maybe she'll understand it from you. Well, last Monday came and they show up 2 hours earlier then they said they were and it starts. The girls were in the bedroom playing so I stayed inside at first then jay stopped by thank god, to drop something off so i told her to go inside with the kids. I walk over to the truck where she and her boyfriend are and Sean is outside of it to hear this nonsense. She feels like Sean is telling her what to do, and that he is keeping Faith from her,that he is out of line with the way that he talks to her. As he told her this is not him telling her what to do it's the courts and he is not agreeing because of these reasons. This fell on deaf ears, and all she kept coming back with is respecting her. This is not about her this is about Faith. (something she will never get) She said she is taking us back to court, please do I beg. Not that we said this but really please show the courts how great of a mom you are,how much you support Faith,how many times you call when she is sick,why you are always late picking her up or dropping her off, and WHY she is sleeping on the floor in a laundry room. I try to say something and she put her hand up (honestly it's the only time Sean yelled) because she has no right telling me to shut up,um hello I am raising your kid because you cannot be bothered. Anyway I decided not to open my mouth not for her sake but Sean's because I would of never shut up because I will never understand how a mother can act this way. In her very last letter she said that her and Sean need to communicate better about Faiths emotional well being. She always says she wants to be friends with him...ugh.. why can't she understand that it's not about her. When the beginning of school came and she insisted on picking Faith up Sean and I both asked if this was about more time with Faith then we will work it out and she said no this is about proving a point that we are following the court order. She could of had Faith on Tues and Thursdays but no she can't be bothered.
When i was younger and dreamed of being married with children I never dreamed of this. I fell in love though, not only with Sean but with Faith. She was the sweetest little thing and was like sunshine walking into a room. I adored her and all the time we spent with her, so did my family. I always told Sean that I did not want to take her moms place though, I want to be what Faith wants me to be and that's it. Well, the day before Sean and I got married Faith looked at me and said i am so happy that you are going to be my step mom can I call you mommy now. I cried. By this time I realized that she needed someone to pick up her moms slack she was living with us and she was like my own but still needed so much to be taught to her in order to grow up and be a respectful adult. So that is what I do.. I treat her just like I treat Kenzie and Thalan, I love her just as much even though I feel like it is more because she needs more sometimes. When people ask I have 3 kids, 3 wonderful children. I would die for them all, I will do whatever I have to for them all.
I will never understand how someone can have a child and not be given the the instinct it takes to be a mom. She will blame it on being young, my mom and BF were young too sorry that is no excuse they are wonderful moms and have always done what is right by their children. It makes me mad that she is only a face for things like the first day of school. I was on the PTO, so that made her join because it was a competition to her in some way. She sits in the truck for all of Faiths softball games, she prays with her at night when she sleeps over but tells Faith she will not come to her communion because she doesn't believe in what I am teaching her. She doesn't do anything as far as supporting her in her daily needs for school, or call when she is sick. This will always be blamed on Sean and I. Even the fact that we are teaching her not to lie...Everyday is a new well my mother said to tell you... my mother said .... we listen and let go. Faith tells me everything because I have always told her there is no need for her being in the middle of adult nonsense and she does,sometimes on Tuesdays she waits up for me to get home form work just to hug me and kiss her goodnight and then the next day I get the mommy we need to talk, I reassure her and do my best to work things out for her with Sean. Being a step mom has been the hardest thing I have ever done but I wouldn't change it for the world. I feel sorry for the people in this world that don't love there stepchildren or their own. I feel sorry for the kids out there that are like Faith and trapped in this awful situation. Faith has made me a stronger person and a better mother then I could ever hope to be. She is my everything.My Faith Marie.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Update on Faith Kenzie and Thalan.
Wow, I can not believe summer is here. I wanted to update everyone on the kids so here I go.
Faith: Although she missed the last couple days of school because of a nasty virus she had, she is better now and back to her old self. She did great on her report card. On the standard testing she scored above average over all and the only thing that really needs improvement is her langauge skills.Which in school that means her sentences and grammar need work. Which Sean and I had been aware of this. Alot of it is not the fact that she can not do it because we know and have seen that she can.It is the fact of her not really wanting to be bothered. No biggie though, we will work with her. She has so many strong qualitied in school. Especially Math, when it comes to that she is just like daddy. Last night she was telling me times tables and that is not even something she learned in school yet. Next time I go to the dollar store i am going to get her flash card so she can practice when she wants.
Yesterday started swimming lessons and she said she enjoyed them I was at work so I can not really say how it went although daddy said it was ok.
Faith is absolutly admired by Kenzie and Thalan. When she walks into a room both of thier faces light up and it is so fun to watch them all interact. I can not believe that she will be 8 in a few short months, a third grader. Watching her grow up has been a blessing in my life that not many realizes I just hope she does.
Kenzie went for a well child check up last Friday. She is 38 pounds and 39 1/2 inches tall. Which puts her at 90% for height and 60% for weight. She was always such a chunk, now she is just growing up. The doctor is always amazed about how smart she is:here is a small bit of thier conversation:
Dr: Hi! How are you today?
Kenzie: I am good, the sun is shiny and I am going to play on the playground with my friends today.
Dr: Wow that sounds like fun. Can I ask you a couple questions?
Kenzie looking very serious: Um ok,what?
Dr: what is your name?
Kenzie : You know Kenzie Irene Riley and this is my mom Connie and my baby brother Thalan James.
Dr: your right, do you want to look at pictures with me and tell me what you see.
Kenzie got so excited.
They went through a book that has numbers letters colors, shapes and animals in it.
Kenzie took it on her lap and said i will read to you: She then proceeded to go through the whole book. She still gets brown and black confused and that made her upset, but as the Dr. said her getting them confused is normal her getting upset is like she puts to much on herself already.
( she gets that from me..oops)
Kenzie then had her physical and received a clean bill of health EXCEPT::: she needs to see an ENT, her tonsils are huge just like Faiths were and considering the fact that she snores the Dr. want to be safe then sorry. Great.
While Thalan was getting his physical Kenzie sand to her little brother, the Dr. loved it. We went from twinkle twinkle,bah bah black sheep, abc's,little miss miffit, and old McDonald.
The Dr. also said that us putting Kenzie in preschool is a great idea.. my baby girl is growing up.
When I asked her about the terrible threes, she said to give it time. That most people say that 3 is worse then 2. It is the terrible threes and I can not wait until it is over to be honest. She is not bad really but will test you when possible, and will get her self into trouble if given 5 seconds! Plus oh did I mention she is emotional like mommy as well. This makes her fits worse because its not just a fit it is a pity party. I just keep reminding Sean and myself it shall pass it is only a stage. Well, not the emotional stuff please pray for us when she is a teen.
kenzie started swimming lessons too, it didn't go great and required daddy getting in the water but i think with time it will get better, or at least I hope.
Thalan James is always so hungry why we are there, that during kenzies check up he ate and was asleep by his. The Dr. was amazed though by how happy he woke up even though she was poking at him. He now weighs 18 lbs, and is 27 inches long. Everyone comments on how big he is and maybe because he was so tiny for so long but he is not even in the 50% for weight for hieght though he is in the 75%. At six months he fits into 6 months clothes which I find cute. He is eating baby food like a champ, all I can say is my poor grocery bill in a few years:) He rolls and squirms everywhere. He will sit up but not really unsupported yet. He wants to crawl but just can't get it all the way which by the way is fine with me. Sorry he is my last so I would like to keep him little forever. When she asked how he slept and I told her he was a awesome sleeper that at night he usually sleep for 11-12 1/2 hours she smiled and said that is great you deserve it. Remember she has been kenzies Dr. forever so she knows I have spent the past 3 years sleep deprived. he recieved 2 shots, which in turn mad him miserable for 2 days with the poops. poor little guy. being that he is rarely cranky it was a sad thing to see.
So overall my kids are well, perfect. Not that I really needed a report card or a Dr. to tell me this.
My kids are my life, and I am blessed to have them.
Sorry no pics they will be coming soon.
Faith: Although she missed the last couple days of school because of a nasty virus she had, she is better now and back to her old self. She did great on her report card. On the standard testing she scored above average over all and the only thing that really needs improvement is her langauge skills.Which in school that means her sentences and grammar need work. Which Sean and I had been aware of this. Alot of it is not the fact that she can not do it because we know and have seen that she can.It is the fact of her not really wanting to be bothered. No biggie though, we will work with her. She has so many strong qualitied in school. Especially Math, when it comes to that she is just like daddy. Last night she was telling me times tables and that is not even something she learned in school yet. Next time I go to the dollar store i am going to get her flash card so she can practice when she wants.
Yesterday started swimming lessons and she said she enjoyed them I was at work so I can not really say how it went although daddy said it was ok.
Faith is absolutly admired by Kenzie and Thalan. When she walks into a room both of thier faces light up and it is so fun to watch them all interact. I can not believe that she will be 8 in a few short months, a third grader. Watching her grow up has been a blessing in my life that not many realizes I just hope she does.
Kenzie went for a well child check up last Friday. She is 38 pounds and 39 1/2 inches tall. Which puts her at 90% for height and 60% for weight. She was always such a chunk, now she is just growing up. The doctor is always amazed about how smart she is:here is a small bit of thier conversation:
Dr: Hi! How are you today?
Kenzie: I am good, the sun is shiny and I am going to play on the playground with my friends today.
Dr: Wow that sounds like fun. Can I ask you a couple questions?
Kenzie looking very serious: Um ok,what?
Dr: what is your name?
Kenzie : You know Kenzie Irene Riley and this is my mom Connie and my baby brother Thalan James.
Dr: your right, do you want to look at pictures with me and tell me what you see.
Kenzie got so excited.
They went through a book that has numbers letters colors, shapes and animals in it.
Kenzie took it on her lap and said i will read to you: She then proceeded to go through the whole book. She still gets brown and black confused and that made her upset, but as the Dr. said her getting them confused is normal her getting upset is like she puts to much on herself already.
( she gets that from me..oops)
Kenzie then had her physical and received a clean bill of health EXCEPT::: she needs to see an ENT, her tonsils are huge just like Faiths were and considering the fact that she snores the Dr. want to be safe then sorry. Great.
While Thalan was getting his physical Kenzie sand to her little brother, the Dr. loved it. We went from twinkle twinkle,bah bah black sheep, abc's,little miss miffit, and old McDonald.
The Dr. also said that us putting Kenzie in preschool is a great idea.. my baby girl is growing up.
When I asked her about the terrible threes, she said to give it time. That most people say that 3 is worse then 2. It is the terrible threes and I can not wait until it is over to be honest. She is not bad really but will test you when possible, and will get her self into trouble if given 5 seconds! Plus oh did I mention she is emotional like mommy as well. This makes her fits worse because its not just a fit it is a pity party. I just keep reminding Sean and myself it shall pass it is only a stage. Well, not the emotional stuff please pray for us when she is a teen.
kenzie started swimming lessons too, it didn't go great and required daddy getting in the water but i think with time it will get better, or at least I hope.
Thalan James is always so hungry why we are there, that during kenzies check up he ate and was asleep by his. The Dr. was amazed though by how happy he woke up even though she was poking at him. He now weighs 18 lbs, and is 27 inches long. Everyone comments on how big he is and maybe because he was so tiny for so long but he is not even in the 50% for weight for hieght though he is in the 75%. At six months he fits into 6 months clothes which I find cute. He is eating baby food like a champ, all I can say is my poor grocery bill in a few years:) He rolls and squirms everywhere. He will sit up but not really unsupported yet. He wants to crawl but just can't get it all the way which by the way is fine with me. Sorry he is my last so I would like to keep him little forever. When she asked how he slept and I told her he was a awesome sleeper that at night he usually sleep for 11-12 1/2 hours she smiled and said that is great you deserve it. Remember she has been kenzies Dr. forever so she knows I have spent the past 3 years sleep deprived. he recieved 2 shots, which in turn mad him miserable for 2 days with the poops. poor little guy. being that he is rarely cranky it was a sad thing to see.
So overall my kids are well, perfect. Not that I really needed a report card or a Dr. to tell me this.
My kids are my life, and I am blessed to have them.
Sorry no pics they will be coming soon.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
What I think,how I think Part 1.
As days come and go there are always things that I think about, some happy,some sad, some things out of the blue. I am going to let you into my mind a little bit, tell me what you think......
I am so grateful..
to have 3 wonderful kids that are happy and healthy...
to have a loving husband that supports me unconditionally...
to have my family and all of my husbands that nomatter what is going on in life they are always here ....
to have friends that are here when I am happy or sad.
To those who know me know that I worry(enough for an army of people)!
I worry about everything there could be to worry about but I have also learned...
That what doesn't kill us makes us stronger....
God will not give you more then you can handle.......
Everyday is a new beginning to let go of the things I can not
control....
There is always a reason to smile....and it's contagious:)
When life becomes frazzled or a day doesn't work out as planned it is ok to be upset just do not let it consume you.......
I hate when my children are upset because of me, if given a punishment for bad behavior or told to do something they do not want to...
Everyday I remind myself I am thier mother, not just an everyday friend it is up to me to guide them and raise them to know and handle life..
When they become upset over something like picking up there room or being told know I remind myself that they will not hate me forever but thank me later for life lessons taught at this time.
Children are so fragile but prove to be very strong and are amazing!
Mommy time outs work!
Nomatter what life brings me I am ready, nomatter what happens I will get through. Being sad is energy that could be used to see the good in something and make someone smile.
I am so grateful..
to have 3 wonderful kids that are happy and healthy...
to have a loving husband that supports me unconditionally...
to have my family and all of my husbands that nomatter what is going on in life they are always here ....
to have friends that are here when I am happy or sad.
To those who know me know that I worry(enough for an army of people)!
I worry about everything there could be to worry about but I have also learned...
That what doesn't kill us makes us stronger....
God will not give you more then you can handle.......
Everyday is a new beginning to let go of the things I can not
control....
There is always a reason to smile....and it's contagious:)
When life becomes frazzled or a day doesn't work out as planned it is ok to be upset just do not let it consume you.......
I hate when my children are upset because of me, if given a punishment for bad behavior or told to do something they do not want to...
Everyday I remind myself I am thier mother, not just an everyday friend it is up to me to guide them and raise them to know and handle life..
When they become upset over something like picking up there room or being told know I remind myself that they will not hate me forever but thank me later for life lessons taught at this time.
Children are so fragile but prove to be very strong and are amazing!
Mommy time outs work!
Nomatter what life brings me I am ready, nomatter what happens I will get through. Being sad is energy that could be used to see the good in something and make someone smile.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Rain rain go away!
RAIN!!!!
At night when I am going to sleep I love listening to the rain, don't we all. It is very soothing and I really feel asthough it helps me sleep better.
There are some days when I wish it would rain just so I have an excuse not to leave my house and I can stay in PJS all say.
Now let me say RAIN RAIN GO AWAY!!!! Every day off I have it rains and not just a sprinkle it pours! So there is no enjoying the fresh air or going for long walks with the kids, playing on the playground until Kenzie and I both want to drop.
Don't get me wrong we will make the best of it, we will read, and watch movies, and color plus lets not forget play with barbies and little people for hours. I thought the days of being stuck inside were over I was wrong. Blah
Sorry for whinning I just had to get it out.
At night when I am going to sleep I love listening to the rain, don't we all. It is very soothing and I really feel asthough it helps me sleep better.
There are some days when I wish it would rain just so I have an excuse not to leave my house and I can stay in PJS all say.
Now let me say RAIN RAIN GO AWAY!!!! Every day off I have it rains and not just a sprinkle it pours! So there is no enjoying the fresh air or going for long walks with the kids, playing on the playground until Kenzie and I both want to drop.
Don't get me wrong we will make the best of it, we will read, and watch movies, and color plus lets not forget play with barbies and little people for hours. I thought the days of being stuck inside were over I was wrong. Blah
Sorry for whinning I just had to get it out.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
I am such a proud mommy!
Life with three kiddos is probably the most rewarding life God could of given me. All three of them make me so proud everyday that when I go to bed at night I thank god that I am so blessed. Every morning I wake up with a smile wondering what new adventure will come.
Thalan Jamed is 6 months old today! My little big man is getting to big to quick. He is honestly the happiest baby ever and can brighten up anybody's day. He loves to eat babyfood, and loves his highchair. Before and after he eats he plays in it. He also started to roll over and is trying very hard to crawl. He is not only sleeping through the night but he sleeps for about 12 hours a night! Thursday he has his well baby apt. so I will be posting soon about that as well.
My girl Faith Marie! Almost 8 going on 18 already. The other day we got a letter from the sschool telling us that Faith has been 1 out of 15 selected to be tested to go into a gifted program called Leap(learning enrichment academic program) in her school. She will be tested this week and then we will find out if she will be in it or not. Regardless of if she gets into this program I am very proud of her. As you all know Faith has gone through alot in her 7 years of life and has come out stronger from it all. The school year is almost over and I can not believe she will be in 3rd grade next year. I am glad that she has adjusted so well to her new school and that she loves Highland. If you ask her why she will tell you the lunch is better and the playground is awesome. Isn't lunch time everyones favorite?
My girl McKenzie Irene is potty trained! Even at night time she refuses to use diapers. I did what everyone told me to do and just kept putting underwear on her and let her have accidents. Well, my day off last week was spent cleaning up pee but it more than paid off because by the next day she was pulling them down. it has almost been a week and only a few accidents. Sean and I also found a pre-school that we wil be enrolling Kenzie in to start in the fall. It is at our church Sacred Heart and from what I have heard the program is amazing. She will be going three days a week for full days. She could go 5 days a week but maybe next year she is only three and I think going three days a week will be a good transition at first, then she can start 5 days next year and will be more then ready for kindergarden.
Thalan Jamed is 6 months old today! My little big man is getting to big to quick. He is honestly the happiest baby ever and can brighten up anybody's day. He loves to eat babyfood, and loves his highchair. Before and after he eats he plays in it. He also started to roll over and is trying very hard to crawl. He is not only sleeping through the night but he sleeps for about 12 hours a night! Thursday he has his well baby apt. so I will be posting soon about that as well.
My girl Faith Marie! Almost 8 going on 18 already. The other day we got a letter from the sschool telling us that Faith has been 1 out of 15 selected to be tested to go into a gifted program called Leap(learning enrichment academic program) in her school. She will be tested this week and then we will find out if she will be in it or not. Regardless of if she gets into this program I am very proud of her. As you all know Faith has gone through alot in her 7 years of life and has come out stronger from it all. The school year is almost over and I can not believe she will be in 3rd grade next year. I am glad that she has adjusted so well to her new school and that she loves Highland. If you ask her why she will tell you the lunch is better and the playground is awesome. Isn't lunch time everyones favorite?
My girl McKenzie Irene is potty trained! Even at night time she refuses to use diapers. I did what everyone told me to do and just kept putting underwear on her and let her have accidents. Well, my day off last week was spent cleaning up pee but it more than paid off because by the next day she was pulling them down. it has almost been a week and only a few accidents. Sean and I also found a pre-school that we wil be enrolling Kenzie in to start in the fall. It is at our church Sacred Heart and from what I have heard the program is amazing. She will be going three days a week for full days. She could go 5 days a week but maybe next year she is only three and I think going three days a week will be a good transition at first, then she can start 5 days next year and will be more then ready for kindergarden.
My princess!
So as you can see I have alot to be proud of. I am so blessed to have a wonderful husband and three great kids. I am very excited about this summer. There already is alot going on. The girls are going to have swimming lessons. Thalan is being Baptized. We are taking a family vacation to Hershey Park. We will also be spending alot of time at the pool.
So as you can see I have alot to be proud of. I am so blessed to have a wonderful husband and three great kids. I am very excited about this summer. There already is alot going on. The girls are going to have swimming lessons. Thalan is being Baptized. We are taking a family vacation to Hershey Park. We will also be spending alot of time at the pool. Thursday, June 11, 2009
potty trained??????
Ok, I know you see the question marks, so let me tell you why they are there!
Kenzie has gone almost a full week with no diapers during the day! She is so super about going potty and we are so very proud of her accomplishment.
The problem is if she has underpants on she has accidents. She will realize that she is peeing and run but when she gets to the potty she is not only upset she is wet and so is my house. To be honest it may sound gross but I am more worried about her then the house.
My question is why? We have been putting her in pull ups forever it seems like but even the cool sensation ones have no effect on her. It seems to me that pull ups are to close to a diaper maybe, but underwear? Could it be that she forgets when she is dressed that she does not have a diaper on being that she was use to having one. So we let her run around the house naked from the waist down (she has been living in sundresses and nightgowns), and a few times a day I do put underwear on her but that is when the accidents happen.
WHAT DO I DO???? Any comment is helpful please guide me I am lost!
Kenzie has gone almost a full week with no diapers during the day! She is so super about going potty and we are so very proud of her accomplishment.
The problem is if she has underpants on she has accidents. She will realize that she is peeing and run but when she gets to the potty she is not only upset she is wet and so is my house. To be honest it may sound gross but I am more worried about her then the house.
My question is why? We have been putting her in pull ups forever it seems like but even the cool sensation ones have no effect on her. It seems to me that pull ups are to close to a diaper maybe, but underwear? Could it be that she forgets when she is dressed that she does not have a diaper on being that she was use to having one. So we let her run around the house naked from the waist down (she has been living in sundresses and nightgowns), and a few times a day I do put underwear on her but that is when the accidents happen.
WHAT DO I DO???? Any comment is helpful please guide me I am lost!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Back to work!
Well, I am officially back to work.
It's only a few nights a week and it's not that bad.
As a mom I have a job 24 hours a day, which my children take full advantage of some nights. It's endlessly rewarding everyday as I watch them grow,learn and interact with each other. The best part of the day is not only when they say I love you but when you look at them and they are truly happy. I love being a mom and I am so thankful that I have 3 wonderful children to bless me with their love everyday.
Going to work outside the house is sad but still rewarding. I miss bedtime which is always a valued time with me and the kids. Being the last I love you and kiss of the day makes me go to bed smiling. The kids are with Daddy though and they really enjoy the alone time with him. Hearing my name and not mommy just for a few hours is nice although I do feel guilty for saying that. Being able to balance work and children and lets not forget about Sean isn't always easy but it always works out. Sean is such a wonderful husband and father and has made it kind of easy for me. Working is almost like a refresher to step out of it for a little bit and take a breath. Last night I came home and daddy had everyone in bed we talked without getting interrupted and went to sleep. I felt like an adult. Please don't tell my children.
I love my life and my family I love that God has blessed me with such joy.
It's only a few nights a week and it's not that bad.
As a mom I have a job 24 hours a day, which my children take full advantage of some nights. It's endlessly rewarding everyday as I watch them grow,learn and interact with each other. The best part of the day is not only when they say I love you but when you look at them and they are truly happy. I love being a mom and I am so thankful that I have 3 wonderful children to bless me with their love everyday.
Going to work outside the house is sad but still rewarding. I miss bedtime which is always a valued time with me and the kids. Being the last I love you and kiss of the day makes me go to bed smiling. The kids are with Daddy though and they really enjoy the alone time with him. Hearing my name and not mommy just for a few hours is nice although I do feel guilty for saying that. Being able to balance work and children and lets not forget about Sean isn't always easy but it always works out. Sean is such a wonderful husband and father and has made it kind of easy for me. Working is almost like a refresher to step out of it for a little bit and take a breath. Last night I came home and daddy had everyone in bed we talked without getting interrupted and went to sleep. I felt like an adult. Please don't tell my children.
I love my life and my family I love that God has blessed me with such joy.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
May 2 2009 My girls big day!
Saturday turned out to be a great day. The weather was beautiful, the communion ceremony was wonderful, and our first BBQ/party at our new house was a hit.
I have to admit that I cried several times during the day just because my girls are growing up so fast. First thing in the morning when they woke up Faith wished Kenzie Happy Birthday and Kenzie came back with oh Happy Communion day to you sissy. So we all got ready and headed to church. In the Church while looking at my 3 children who were more then well behaved I felt truly blessed and honored to say that yes, they are mine. It's funny how people realize you have 3 kids and look at you funny. (That's a whole different post though) Then we were leaving the church the girls were walking hand in hand to the car, and I just couldn't believe that this much time has really passed. As many of you know Faith was 3 when Sean and I started dating so it hit me a little hard.
Anyway we came home and started getting ready, Sean had to go back to work but I had more then enough hands to help. Thank goodness.
Here is the cake my mom made Kenzie. Yes, it's a real Barbie and the dress is the cake. She did such a great job.
My girls with their cakes.
My favorite man and my little guy. Even he looked grown up with his Khakis and button down shirt.
My girls. I will cherish this moment forever, they looked incredibly cute.
Our family picture, there is a better shot but I couldn't find it in the file, I will post it as soon as I do.
May 2, 2009 will always have special memories. Thank you to everyone that came and shared our day. To those of you who couldn't be here we were thinking about you.
I have to admit that I cried several times during the day just because my girls are growing up so fast. First thing in the morning when they woke up Faith wished Kenzie Happy Birthday and Kenzie came back with oh Happy Communion day to you sissy. So we all got ready and headed to church. In the Church while looking at my 3 children who were more then well behaved I felt truly blessed and honored to say that yes, they are mine. It's funny how people realize you have 3 kids and look at you funny. (That's a whole different post though) Then we were leaving the church the girls were walking hand in hand to the car, and I just couldn't believe that this much time has really passed. As many of you know Faith was 3 when Sean and I started dating so it hit me a little hard.
Anyway we came home and started getting ready, Sean had to go back to work but I had more then enough hands to help. Thank goodness.
Here is the cake my mom made Kenzie. Yes, it's a real Barbie and the dress is the cake. She did such a great job.
My girls with their cakes.
My favorite man and my little guy. Even he looked grown up with his Khakis and button down shirt.
My girls. I will cherish this moment forever, they looked incredibly cute.
Our family picture, there is a better shot but I couldn't find it in the file, I will post it as soon as I do.
May 2, 2009 will always have special memories. Thank you to everyone that came and shared our day. To those of you who couldn't be here we were thinking about you.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
My baby girl really isn't a baby anymmore!
This is early because I know I am going to have no time on Saturady to do it. May 2 is almost here and although it is a happy day it is almost just as sad to see my baby growing up so fast. McKenzie Irene Riley is going to be 3 and has been telling the whole world because she is so excited. Where did my baby go? The cute little bald chunky baby who has always been so advanced for her age, who now is more then half as tall as her big sister and has lost almost all of her chunkiness and has long curly hair that she refuses to let me do anything with. :) My Kenzie, I could use a million words to describe her but I will try to sum it up in ten
1- beautiful
2-emotional
3- polite
4-loving
5- whiny
6-imaginitive
7-shy
8-opinionated
9-helpful
10-caring
McKenzie finds love in basically anything, well except for meat that is. She is a great little sister and a wonderful big sister. She loves to read, dance, and sing. Her newest thing is telling jokes which is funny because she makes them up as she is telling them. her first word being momma I knew she would always be a mommas girl but I have to be honest she is just as much a daddy's girl who will even ask to watch baseball. Most days Faith will tell the world that she is her best friend and everyday when she talks to Thalan his whole face lights up with happiness.
Here is Kenzie at Christmas time a little older then 2 1/2!
Here she is 2 playing at the park.
Her 1st birthday! She still loves chocolate.
Just born! Why does this day seem so long ago.
1- beautiful
2-emotional
3- polite
4-loving
5- whiny
6-imaginitive
7-shy
8-opinionated
9-helpful
10-caring
McKenzie finds love in basically anything, well except for meat that is. She is a great little sister and a wonderful big sister. She loves to read, dance, and sing. Her newest thing is telling jokes which is funny because she makes them up as she is telling them. her first word being momma I knew she would always be a mommas girl but I have to be honest she is just as much a daddy's girl who will even ask to watch baseball. Most days Faith will tell the world that she is her best friend and everyday when she talks to Thalan his whole face lights up with happiness.
Here is Kenzie at Christmas time a little older then 2 1/2!
Here she is 2 playing at the park.
Her 1st birthday! She still loves chocolate.
Just born! Why does this day seem so long ago.
She will always be my baby, but please don't tell her that because when i say it she corrects me and says no mommy I am your big girl! The first time she corrected me I cried.
I feel so blessed to be a mom, to 3 beautiful children everyday is a new adventure and although some of those day are spent so tired I can't tell you what day it is I get through it with them becaue of them.
Friday, April 17, 2009
We did it!
We are officially moved into the house and it is our home.
Now what to do with all these boxes! just kidding, but wow is there alot of work to be done unpacking everything and finding just the right place for it all. None the less it feel like home more then opur apartment ever did eventhough we will always cherish the momories of starting our family there.
Faith's first day in her new school went great. She made new friends and likes her new teacher. She says that Robert Graves is ahead of Highland in what they are learning so she is a step ahead which I think is so much better then being a step behind and feeling lost.
Kenzie slept in her big girl bed last night all night with out any issues. This is so exciting for us because she really hasn't slept in her big girl bed sense we got it, she always slept on the couch and with her sleeping issues I just couldn't fight it. I am so proud of her!
Thalan is getting so big, but my poor baby has been bounced around with different people watching him the past couple days I think it is a little overstimulating. He is a trooper though.
Sean and I well we are TIRED!!!!!!! One day I will sleep and wake up and feel as though I have slept until then Whatever.
Ok I have to start my day. I'll post pictures soon. Promise.
Now what to do with all these boxes! just kidding, but wow is there alot of work to be done unpacking everything and finding just the right place for it all. None the less it feel like home more then opur apartment ever did eventhough we will always cherish the momories of starting our family there.
Faith's first day in her new school went great. She made new friends and likes her new teacher. She says that Robert Graves is ahead of Highland in what they are learning so she is a step ahead which I think is so much better then being a step behind and feeling lost.
Kenzie slept in her big girl bed last night all night with out any issues. This is so exciting for us because she really hasn't slept in her big girl bed sense we got it, she always slept on the couch and with her sleeping issues I just couldn't fight it. I am so proud of her!
Thalan is getting so big, but my poor baby has been bounced around with different people watching him the past couple days I think it is a little overstimulating. He is a trooper though.
Sean and I well we are TIRED!!!!!!! One day I will sleep and wake up and feel as though I have slept until then Whatever.
Ok I have to start my day. I'll post pictures soon. Promise.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Busy Busy
Ok, with 3 kids I think I will never be not busy but this past weeek has put me to the test, and the final is tomorrow. I shall past even if it kills me.
Faith is returning to school today. It will be a sad day for her to day goodbye to the friends that she has made over the pst couple years, but she is very excited to move foward. She is such a trooper.
Kenzie is feeling so much better but she still has a horrible cough and the Dr. had me start nebulizer treatments.
Thalan has a cold Thank God it's not pnemonia, but none the less a cold for him with a cough and boggies is uncomfortable. Although he is still the happiest little guy around.
Ok, now today is the final day for packing, the big move is starting tonight, and by tomorow this apartment will be empty and our house will be more then full. It's crazy but even though we are gaining living space we are loosing space as well. We will survive. I am not complaining at all though I love the house and can not wait to make it my home.
So I am going to run, my mommy time is up and it's time to get my butt in gear for my very busy day.
Oh and happy late Easter. We had a nice day but to be honest it didn't feel like Easter. Not sure why.
Faith is returning to school today. It will be a sad day for her to day goodbye to the friends that she has made over the pst couple years, but she is very excited to move foward. She is such a trooper.
Kenzie is feeling so much better but she still has a horrible cough and the Dr. had me start nebulizer treatments.
Thalan has a cold Thank God it's not pnemonia, but none the less a cold for him with a cough and boggies is uncomfortable. Although he is still the happiest little guy around.
Ok, now today is the final day for packing, the big move is starting tonight, and by tomorow this apartment will be empty and our house will be more then full. It's crazy but even though we are gaining living space we are loosing space as well. We will survive. I am not complaining at all though I love the house and can not wait to make it my home.
So I am going to run, my mommy time is up and it's time to get my butt in gear for my very busy day.
Oh and happy late Easter. We had a nice day but to be honest it didn't feel like Easter. Not sure why.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
It never ends!
I just wanted to say sorry for vanishing. Life has been crazy and getting crazier by the moment.
Quick catch up:
About 2 weeks ago Sean found a house for rent in Highland that ended up being perfect for what we are looking for so we will be moving the 15th of this month. I will post pictures as soon as I take them haha. Faith will be changing schools, but she is very excited to be honest. the house is a 3 bdrm with a enclosed deck, and a laundry room. There is a playground and a pool and we will be closer to Sean's work which will save us a ton in gas!
April 2nd Faith had her tonsils out. She is a trooper though and doing great, much more then I ever expected. No really she was eating real food by Saturday and talking by Sunday. She took pain medicine a total of 3 times. Get this her tonsils were so big the Dr. had to put stitches in her mouth to close the gaps!
Yesterday Kenzie had a fever that wouldn't break only for it to keep escalating. I called the Dr. made an appointment and was overcome with worry for my little girl that just didn't feel good. I would ask her if anything hurt naming various things and she would say no mommy I just really sick. She had a slight cough, and a runny nose and I was like hmm maybe bronchitis?I took her temp before we went to the Dr. and it read 104.4 I almost lost it with worry. Um no my baby girl has PNEUMONIA! Yes, you read that right, I don't know how or where it came from but the Dr. said that if she wasn't drinking she would have admitted her to the hospital. Being that she was so lethargic and she had such a high temp that wouldn't break. By the way it isn't gone but not as high as it was. Her and I haven't slept sense Sunday night and hopefully we are on the road of recovery with her having the right medicine.
OK I have to run because she needs me I will let you know how she is doing.
Quick catch up:
About 2 weeks ago Sean found a house for rent in Highland that ended up being perfect for what we are looking for so we will be moving the 15th of this month. I will post pictures as soon as I take them haha. Faith will be changing schools, but she is very excited to be honest. the house is a 3 bdrm with a enclosed deck, and a laundry room. There is a playground and a pool and we will be closer to Sean's work which will save us a ton in gas!
April 2nd Faith had her tonsils out. She is a trooper though and doing great, much more then I ever expected. No really she was eating real food by Saturday and talking by Sunday. She took pain medicine a total of 3 times. Get this her tonsils were so big the Dr. had to put stitches in her mouth to close the gaps!
Yesterday Kenzie had a fever that wouldn't break only for it to keep escalating. I called the Dr. made an appointment and was overcome with worry for my little girl that just didn't feel good. I would ask her if anything hurt naming various things and she would say no mommy I just really sick. She had a slight cough, and a runny nose and I was like hmm maybe bronchitis?I took her temp before we went to the Dr. and it read 104.4 I almost lost it with worry. Um no my baby girl has PNEUMONIA! Yes, you read that right, I don't know how or where it came from but the Dr. said that if she wasn't drinking she would have admitted her to the hospital. Being that she was so lethargic and she had such a high temp that wouldn't break. By the way it isn't gone but not as high as it was. Her and I haven't slept sense Sunday night and hopefully we are on the road of recovery with her having the right medicine.
OK I have to run because she needs me I will let you know how she is doing.
Friday, March 27, 2009
What a week!
I am fnally am almost 100% back to my ol self.
Last Wendsday I started with a cold and it slowly got worse. Every day I would wake up and would feel worse. Then on Saturday I was putting away groceries and moved wrong and through my back out. Oh the pain. Thank goodness everyone that could help me did. I felt so horrible though for not being able to be the wife or mother I usually am.
Anyway I never got to post certain things and wanted to update you all.
Sunday night Sean had to work so it was just the kids and I. Being hurt I couldn't do anything I had planned so I improvised. While the baby took a afternoon nap the girls and I played wildlife bingo. I wish I could of caught all the giggles in a jar, we had such a blast. Kenzie caught on really quick, at one ppoint when it was her turn to pick a card Faith asked her what is was and she said "um.. it is a stinky squirrel" then showed us the card it was a skunk we laughed so hard I was crying. I thought it was the cutest thing.
After dinner we sat and watch Igor on demand. By this time Thalan woke up and we all cuddled on the couch and ate popcorn together while we watched the movie. Faith afterwords looked at me and said "I guess it does pay off just to be yourself." She is so grown up.
Thalan had his 3 month checkup on Tuesday. My little guy is now 13lbs 8oz and 23 3/4 inches long. The docter said he is absolutly perfect. I seem to think so too but I am a bit partial. He is starting to laugh and has the deepest little laugh.
It feels good to post, and now that I am on the mends for better health!
Last Wendsday I started with a cold and it slowly got worse. Every day I would wake up and would feel worse. Then on Saturday I was putting away groceries and moved wrong and through my back out. Oh the pain. Thank goodness everyone that could help me did. I felt so horrible though for not being able to be the wife or mother I usually am.
Anyway I never got to post certain things and wanted to update you all.
Sunday night Sean had to work so it was just the kids and I. Being hurt I couldn't do anything I had planned so I improvised. While the baby took a afternoon nap the girls and I played wildlife bingo. I wish I could of caught all the giggles in a jar, we had such a blast. Kenzie caught on really quick, at one ppoint when it was her turn to pick a card Faith asked her what is was and she said "um.. it is a stinky squirrel" then showed us the card it was a skunk we laughed so hard I was crying. I thought it was the cutest thing.
After dinner we sat and watch Igor on demand. By this time Thalan woke up and we all cuddled on the couch and ate popcorn together while we watched the movie. Faith afterwords looked at me and said "I guess it does pay off just to be yourself." She is so grown up.
Thalan had his 3 month checkup on Tuesday. My little guy is now 13lbs 8oz and 23 3/4 inches long. The docter said he is absolutly perfect. I seem to think so too but I am a bit partial. He is starting to laugh and has the deepest little laugh.
It feels good to post, and now that I am on the mends for better health!
Friday, March 20, 2009
It's spring!
Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring!
Some pictures of my girls enjoying the snow, it was cute how they both would get excited about the smallest amount of snow. This storm wasn't tiny though it was the last big one we got.
Some pictures of my girls enjoying the snow, it was cute how they both would get excited about the smallest amount of snow. This storm wasn't tiny though it was the last big one we got.
Finally, spring is here. Although I can do without all the rain I am so excited because being cooped up this winter made it definitly seem to go by slower. Although Thalan was the best reason in the world to stay in all winter.
My start of my to do list for spring:
Loose weight
Go through the girls clothes from winter and last summer
Go through my clothes
Spend alot of time outside with the kids.
Learn how to make Jewerly
Well, that's the start if my list hopefuly it won't grow to much:)
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Everybody loves Thalan!
So I thought I share some pictures. Nobody fall over, Sean was the one who put them on the computer. Going though them I realized how cute these ones are. Thalan is so loved and everyday the girl ask to hold or play with baby brother. It melts my heart. I can't believe he's 3 months old already.
Daddy and his boy.
Faith has always been a great big sister.
Kenzie adores her baby brother. She holds him everyday and I can not wait to see them really play with eachother.
Thalan is getting so big, and is such a happy baby. Even though it is hard trying to catch a smile on camera.I am going to get more pictures up soon. I didn't want to share them all at once:)
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
laziness????
So I am messing with this blog, wondering so many things.
First of all my laziness...Yes, I am a mom to three and I am busy but I still need to find time.
I find myself on the computer very little these days but when I am, I am usually catching up on everyone else's blog silly me.
Pictures of my wonderful children.. everyone wants them where are they oh on my camera.. yes all 258 of them. Maybe they will be recieved by the time the kids graduate from college. haha.
Organization of my life, home, is just not a possibility. I try no really I do but I can't seem to get out of my own way. I blame space, and time and well anything I can but truth be told I am a procrastinator and I don't think I will ever be organized.
Plus there are so many things I want to do... I love to be crafty and I really want to learn how to make jewerly and maybe even sell it. That is only one out of probably 5 things on my crafty side I want to do, if I make the list you might laugh.
At the end of the day I think about what I really should do the next to change some of these things then by the time I am falling asleep I think oh Connie one day at a time. Words to live by but maybe not enough push:)
I am blessed to have my family, and friends and I guess my laziness doesn't really matter as long as I am happy which I am.
First of all my laziness...Yes, I am a mom to three and I am busy but I still need to find time.
I find myself on the computer very little these days but when I am, I am usually catching up on everyone else's blog silly me.
Pictures of my wonderful children.. everyone wants them where are they oh on my camera.. yes all 258 of them. Maybe they will be recieved by the time the kids graduate from college. haha.
Organization of my life, home, is just not a possibility. I try no really I do but I can't seem to get out of my own way. I blame space, and time and well anything I can but truth be told I am a procrastinator and I don't think I will ever be organized.
Plus there are so many things I want to do... I love to be crafty and I really want to learn how to make jewerly and maybe even sell it. That is only one out of probably 5 things on my crafty side I want to do, if I make the list you might laugh.
At the end of the day I think about what I really should do the next to change some of these things then by the time I am falling asleep I think oh Connie one day at a time. Words to live by but maybe not enough push:)
I am blessed to have my family, and friends and I guess my laziness doesn't really matter as long as I am happy which I am.
Friday, January 16, 2009
a month old already
I can not believe a month has passed already. I never even posted Thalans birth story. Its been so busy and I don't see it slowing down.
December 16th came and I thought I had one more day. Nope wrong. I went for my pre-surgical testing went to grams to play with Kenzie before my last pre natal appointment next thing you know I am at the hospital having my baby boy!
The whole weekend before i felt him move around but not as much as he usually did. When I told my midwife this she immediatly hooked me up to check things out. His heart beat was great-- still nop movement. So she sent me downstairs for an u/s and came with me to try and keep me calm. Still he had a great HB but no movement. My midwife went and talked to the Dr. who decided she didn't want me waiting until morning to have my c-section. It was going to happen that night. I started freaking out, they were honest and said they thought he was fine but weren't sure.So I went back to grams called Sean and my mom set everything up for the kids and grams and went to the birthing center.
I get there and sit in the parking lot crying and praying that my little boy was really ok. I get inside and the nurses were great and very supportive. Sean came with my sister and my midwife came in to check on me and said the Dr. will bne here soon. So my parents got there, and my Sil arrived and we all waited it seemed like forever. Then it all went so qiuck. The Dr. came in around 6:30 then the anesteiologist came in and we signed all the papers and they got Sean scrubs and oked my sister, mom, and sil all to watch the c-section. They took me in got me prepped Sean came in and things were ok. So my Dr. is explaining everything to me and we are all talking like we are out to lunch. She says ok Sean stand up he's coming. Then it all got a little scary. He was stuck and not only did they have to make my incision bigger but they had to vaccum him out. Sean turned white and she kept talking to us.Then it came he cried and well so did I. They got him out and he peed all over them, and wow did he scream, until Sean started talking to him as they were wrapping him up. I couldn't stop crying I just kept asking if he was ok. So the nurse brought him over to me and let me kiss him before he went for his first bath. He was, and Sean went with the nurses to go wash him up and weigh him. My sister stayed with me while they tied my tubes. Then I was taken to my room and was able to hold my little boy.
Thalan James was born December 16,2008 7lbs 4 oz and 19 inches long.
The girls are great with him, and he is a wonderful baby. Kenzie has adjusted way better then we expected and Faith is such a big help.
I am breast feeding but I have been suplementing with formula because he lost to much weight in the hospital. Then didn't gain any by his first appointment. Well at his next weight check he only gained back what he lost and being 3 weeks old at the time the Dr. was concerned. She examined him and realized he has a short frenulum.(the piece of skin underneath his tongue) which is making it so he can not latch properly not only to me but the bottle as well. So this past Tuesday we took him to the ENT and had it cut and he is doing great. Now I just have to get my milk supply up.
So we are adjusting well, I think:) Breastfeeding is the most challenging thing ever and considering its been so cold we don't go out to much yet but I am treasuring it while I can.
I am really going to try to post more. Its my mommy time. HAHA.
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