KERI SCORESBY! When Tyler pulled the name, I said, "That's seems fitting."
"Funny," he said. "I was thinking the same thing."
So here is to you Keri, for being a great friend (Your Bajios gift cert. will arrive shortly) . Thank you everyone for your comments. I try to remind myself that this blog is for me and my family and that I don't need the comments, but who am I kidding...I love comments. So keep 'em coming and have a great week.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Over or Under?
It is time for me to tell you my funny story, and although Tyler claims it is HIS funny story, I was the one laughing.
When we were first married, we lived in a tiny apartment (most of you know what I mean). It had the endearing qualities that you find in many old establishments. Ours had the joy of a really small water heater, so whoever showered first got the only hot water. This was really good for getting someone out of bed. If you heard the shower go on, you would jump out and shower with your spouse so you didn't get a cold shower later. I am sure it brought us closer together early on in our marriage. Then again, Tyler and I have never been a squeamish couple.
The bathroom we had was very tiny and the toilet was very close to the tub (Tyler could not sit with his legs straight in front of him, he had to sit at a bit of an angle), and there was a heater vent right under the toilet paper, adding to the overall claustrophobia of the room.
I joined the marriage being a firm toilet paper 'under' girl and Tyler was an 'over' guy. He didn't seem set in his ways, so I was sure that I could convert him in time. But the darn heating vent was in the wrong place. It was hard to grab the toilet paper from under the roll. Tyler had mentioned this a few times, but we only had the one bathroom and if I was going to train him, I had to remain strong. But eventually even I was getting annoyed at the toilet paper vs. heater.
One day, I was doing my hair and Tyler had just finished peeing in the toilet (once again, not a squeamish couple). He must have been thinking about the toilet paper problem because he told me again that it would make more sense going over. I was ready to give in, and so I said, "Fine, if you want the toilet paper to go over the roll, we can try it like that for a while." Well Tyler thought--there's no time like the present--so he reached down and immediately switched the roll around. He was very proud of himself and so he reached down, took a good yank on the toilet paper and said, "Now, isn't that better?"
Well, the holder had not locked in properly and the whole roll popped out, right into the toilet that Tyler had just peed in. I just about died laughing. I tried to control the tears as I said, "Yes, your way is much better." I think he was a little chagrined as he fished it out, but I thought it was hilarious. And the roll stayed over the rest of the time we lived there. In fact, I was converted. I am now a toilet paper 'over' girl. Which makes me sad, because there really are fewer 'unders' out there and I feel like I have deserted the cause, but I truly think it is easier to grab the paper when it rolls over, and I have my darling husband who showed me the way.
Friday, February 22, 2008
Stupid Birds
I really wanted to blog more about Ivory's birthday and then I wanted to blog my funny moment that Keri challenged us to do, but I can't say that I am in the right mood for cheerful blogging.
I took my kids to the doctor today (finally). It was obvious they were all sick in one way or another, but since I already had Ivory's well visit scheduled for today, I decided to wait it out. And let me tell you, we did not go a moment too soon. Ivory probably has a sinus infection and certainly a ear infection in one ear. From the way she is coughing, I would guess that her throat is not feeling too great either. The doctor didn't run a culture on her because she prescribed amoxicillin and that takes care of strep as well as ear infections.
June has Scarlet Fever. It sounds like she has some terrible disease, but before you gasp in despair, apparently it isn't that bad. She turned kind of red the other day (a mom notices these things). She just looked flushed and her chest was kind of red too. I talked to my mother and she mentioned that it might be Scarlet Fever. Yes, my first thought was, my child is going to die...she has Scarlet Fever...didn't people die of that on Little House on the Prairie? Well, I still don't know much about Little House on the Prairie, but I know a lot more about Scarlet Fever. It is basically strep throat with a rash--that's it. I don't think many people know this because every one I tell looks at me with confusion or sympathy (don't worry everyone, June will not die of Scarlet Fever). I really should just say that she has strep throat because that is what it is anyway, and no one can really see the rash but me, but I have to admit I kind of enjoy the reaction when I say SCARLET FEVER!! It's probably the dramatic side in me. I really didn't think she had strep because she hasn't complained about her throat, but she tested positive. I think Ivory is more likely to have the same thing, but hopefully it won't matter with the gallon of amoxicillin I brought home. Which brings me to child number three.
Robyn was feeling better (I thought). She certainly has more energy, but when the doctor checked her ears, she has a raging infection in one. The doctor even had me take a peek myself. Now, I'm not sure what I am looking for, but I know your ear shouldn't look purple (it looked really painful). So, add one more order of amoxicillin to the list.
Oh, and about the stupid birds. I was sitting here getting ready to write this post and I could hear birds chirping. I looked outside, but all I could see was snow and I was wondering what stupid birds have not figured out that winter has not let go yet. I finally figured out that the girls had left open the Disney Fairies site in another browser and that was what I was hearing. That made me feel a bit better and now there is even sunshine outside. So, hopefully things will look up and I will get back to cheerful blogging. After all, I have a whole fridge of pink liquid that should make everyone a lot happier in this house.
I took my kids to the doctor today (finally). It was obvious they were all sick in one way or another, but since I already had Ivory's well visit scheduled for today, I decided to wait it out. And let me tell you, we did not go a moment too soon. Ivory probably has a sinus infection and certainly a ear infection in one ear. From the way she is coughing, I would guess that her throat is not feeling too great either. The doctor didn't run a culture on her because she prescribed amoxicillin and that takes care of strep as well as ear infections.
June has Scarlet Fever. It sounds like she has some terrible disease, but before you gasp in despair, apparently it isn't that bad. She turned kind of red the other day (a mom notices these things). She just looked flushed and her chest was kind of red too. I talked to my mother and she mentioned that it might be Scarlet Fever. Yes, my first thought was, my child is going to die...she has Scarlet Fever...didn't people die of that on Little House on the Prairie? Well, I still don't know much about Little House on the Prairie, but I know a lot more about Scarlet Fever. It is basically strep throat with a rash--that's it. I don't think many people know this because every one I tell looks at me with confusion or sympathy (don't worry everyone, June will not die of Scarlet Fever). I really should just say that she has strep throat because that is what it is anyway, and no one can really see the rash but me, but I have to admit I kind of enjoy the reaction when I say SCARLET FEVER!! It's probably the dramatic side in me. I really didn't think she had strep because she hasn't complained about her throat, but she tested positive. I think Ivory is more likely to have the same thing, but hopefully it won't matter with the gallon of amoxicillin I brought home. Which brings me to child number three.
Robyn was feeling better (I thought). She certainly has more energy, but when the doctor checked her ears, she has a raging infection in one. The doctor even had me take a peek myself. Now, I'm not sure what I am looking for, but I know your ear shouldn't look purple (it looked really painful). So, add one more order of amoxicillin to the list.
Oh, and about the stupid birds. I was sitting here getting ready to write this post and I could hear birds chirping. I looked outside, but all I could see was snow and I was wondering what stupid birds have not figured out that winter has not let go yet. I finally figured out that the girls had left open the Disney Fairies site in another browser and that was what I was hearing. That made me feel a bit better and now there is even sunshine outside. So, hopefully things will look up and I will get back to cheerful blogging. After all, I have a whole fridge of pink liquid that should make everyone a lot happier in this house.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Totally Two
Two already! Poor Ivory has had a runny nose for four weeks now. She must be so tired of the tissue monster by now (i.e. her mother chasing after her with kleenex), but she is still such a trooper. She had a little cough when we went to take pictures, but she posed so cute for each one. I was totally the proud mother. And you can see how absolutely adorable they turned out. She really isn't a baby any more. It almost makes me cry to look at her pictures. I just love the stuffing out of her. We haven't had her birthday celebration yet (we'll see if I can organize three sick kids and feel good about feeding them cake tonight) but I wanted to put a little tribute to my Ives on here. Happy Birthday little lady! You are remarkable!
Monday, February 18, 2008
One Hundred!!
Happy Presidents' Day, but even more than that, Happy 100th post on my blog! Can you believe that I am there already? This is a special moment for me. I have been wanting to do something fun for my 100th post and I have been thinking about it for a while.
So...I'm going to give away a $20 gift certificate to someone's favorite restaurant. You obviously have to leave a comment letting me know what your favorite restaurant is and that will give me your name to enter in the drawing. If you have been reading this blog, but have never commented, this is your time.
Enjoy your holiday! And here is to the next 100 posts, may they be just as entertaining as the last 100.
I'll do the drawing in a week, so get your comments in. Thanks everyone!
Friday, February 15, 2008
Deal or No Deal
I think I have worked out all my bad vibes and I want to apologize to Valentine's Day. V-day, you are still an over-priced, over-advertised holiday, but your motives are pure. I read a few other blogs and realized I want to find a few fun things to do with my family (I liked the idea of homemade cinnamon rolls on V-day morning...of course I would add pink icing). Just small stuff to create lasting memories for the girls. And flowers of course.
Tyler likes to buy me flowers for Valentine's Day. But he is appalled at the prices during this season (yes, they jack the price WAY up just for those poor lads who feel the need to say 'I love you' with flowers). My sister-in-law got married during this lovely month and spent almost all her wedding money just on the floral arrangements because of the exhorbant costs.
Tyler has decided that flowers the day after will be just as appreciated as flowers, the day of. But the devious stores have thought of this ploy, so naturally the prices don't go down right away. I imagine they hold on for a good two to three days to catch all the stragglers and especially the poor men who forgot to get flowers in the first place and are now going to pay in several ways (not just with a checkbook). Tyler came home and told me that he was going to get flowers for me, but $46.00 for a dozen roses was just not in our budget right now, but he still loved me. I conceded that was a wise choice. But later that evening, we were shopping around at Sam's Club and they had two dozen roses for $6.92. Hmmm, it doesn't take a genius to figure out which was a better deal. So, my roses did not come from some underhanded flower shop that would probably throw in some baby's breath and ribbon for FREE!! Instead I just got beautiful flowers. I think I know where we are shopping next year.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
You're the One That I Love...oooh..oooh..oooh
Happy Valentine's Day to everyone out there. I am in a really foul mood so this is perhaps not the best time to be confessing my undying love to my spouse, but since he is so lovable, I will probably get through it without saying one nasty thing.
This post is obviously dedicated to the man of the my dreams. 8 1/2 years ago I met him for the first time in a place that doesn't exist anymore (they tore the building down) and I had no idea that this man would change my life forever. He makes life worth living. Is every day perfect? No. But I would willingly take the bad with the good to be with this man. And the bad really isn't that bad. We hardly quarrel and when we do it is usually about something stupid (like how to spell a word). He makes me laugh every day. He had given my three gorgeous children and another on the way. He is the best father and he helps me all the time around the house. He puts up with my highs and lows and he makes me feel beautiful. He is a spiritual man who leads our family in the gospel. Oh, and did I mention that he is extremely handsome? These are all very general things, but if I had the time I could write down hundreds (at least I hope I could, since he has done that for me many times).
I'm not sure how I feel about this holiday at the moment. Seems like a lot of unnecessary hype. After all, I love Tyler every day. I don't need someone to tell me that I should remember, because he is constantly reminding me through his actions. I hope he knows how special he is to me; how empty life would be without him. I love you honey! Happy Valentine's Day (and all that).
This post is obviously dedicated to the man of the my dreams. 8 1/2 years ago I met him for the first time in a place that doesn't exist anymore (they tore the building down) and I had no idea that this man would change my life forever. He makes life worth living. Is every day perfect? No. But I would willingly take the bad with the good to be with this man. And the bad really isn't that bad. We hardly quarrel and when we do it is usually about something stupid (like how to spell a word). He makes me laugh every day. He had given my three gorgeous children and another on the way. He is the best father and he helps me all the time around the house. He puts up with my highs and lows and he makes me feel beautiful. He is a spiritual man who leads our family in the gospel. Oh, and did I mention that he is extremely handsome? These are all very general things, but if I had the time I could write down hundreds (at least I hope I could, since he has done that for me many times).
I'm not sure how I feel about this holiday at the moment. Seems like a lot of unnecessary hype. After all, I love Tyler every day. I don't need someone to tell me that I should remember, because he is constantly reminding me through his actions. I hope he knows how special he is to me; how empty life would be without him. I love you honey! Happy Valentine's Day (and all that).
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