Mama2Brenna

Bring It On Home

2006-06-01T12:22:00.000-04:00

Artist/Band: Little Big Town
Lyrics: Bring It on Home

You've got someone here
Wants to make it all right
Someone to love you more
Than I have right here
You've gotta bring it on and I'll hold you tight
A hand to lead you on through the night right here
I know your heart can get
All tangled up inside
But don't you keep it to yourself

When your long day is over
And you can barely drag your feet
When the weight of the world
Is on your shoulders
I know what you need
Bring it on home to me

You know I know you
Like the back of my hand
You know I'm gonna do
All that I can right here
Gonna lie with you
Till you fall asleep
When the morning comes
I'm still gonna be right here
Yes, I am
(Ooooooooooooo)
So take your worries and
Just drop them at the door
Baby, leave it all behind

When your long day is over
And you can barely drag your feet
When the weight of the world
Is on your shoulders
I know what you need
Bring it on home to me

Baby, let me be your safe harbor
Don't let the water come
And carry you away
When your long day is over
And you can barely drag your feet
When the weight of the world
Is on your shoulders
I know what you need
Bring it on home to me
Oh, bring it on home
Oh, bring it on home to me
Home to meOh, bring it on, bring it on home to me
You've got someone here wants
To make it all right
Someone who loves you more
Than life right here

Michelle Stafford....

2006-05-23T20:49:00.000-04:00

...is truly gorgeous....so it was a total shock for me when a friend of mine likened me to her....of course this likeness I feel is closer to me 8 years ago than today....but there ya have it...quite a wonderful compliment....
THANKS!! you know who you are....M

More Lyrics....

2006-05-21T15:56:00.000-04:00

Artist/Band: Rascal Flatts
What Hurts The Most

I can take the rain on the roof of this empty house
That don’t bother me
I can take a few tears now and then and just let them out
I’m not afraid to cry every once in a while
Even though going on with you gone still upsets me
There are days every now and again I pretend I’m ok
But that’s not what gets me

What hurts the most
Was being so close
And having so much to say
And watching you walk away
And never knowing
What could have been
And not seeing that loving you
Is what I was tryin’ to do

It’s hard to deal with the pain of losing you everywhere I go
But I’m doin’ It
It’s hard to force that smile when I see our old friends and I’m alone
Still HarderGetting up, getting dressed, livin’ with this regret
But I know if I could do it over
I would trade give away all the words that I saved in my heart
That I left unspoken

What hurts the most
Is being so close
And having so much to say
And watching you walk away
And never knowing
What could have been
And not seeing that loving you
Is what I was trying to do

What hurts the most
Is being so close
And having so much to say
And watching you walk away
And never knowing
What could have been
And not seeing that loving you
Is what I was trying to do
Not seeing that loving you
That’s what I was trying to do

Over The Hedge

2006-05-20T22:14:00.000-04:00

What a cute, cute movie...Brenna got to see her very first movie theater movie today...she did sooo well...sat on Mimi's lap almost the whole time. She didn't say but a couple of words...Of course she didn't get some of the humor, but I thought it was funny...she ate popcorns and drank from a HUGE cup...and she was smitten by the big screen...can't wait to take her to the free movies during the week...She's gonna love it!

101 things about me

2006-05-19T20:49:00.000-04:00

101 Things to know about Me!!

1 I absolutely adore my baby girl…she is the love of my life
2 I go by my middle name because my Mother didn’t like the way Michelle Angela flows
3 I was born overseas in Okinawa—we lived there for 18 months
4 My first plane trip was when I was 18mos—we were moving from Okinawa to Kansas
5 I lived in Kansas for about 18mos
6 Then we moved to North Carolina for another 18mos
7 Then we moved to Germany…I lived in Germany for about 6 years, in three different places
8 I LOVED Germany, and being in school with other kids who’s parents were also in the military
9 I kissed my first crush when I was 5…
10 …she was a girl… and I loved her…
11 We played together all the time—her Mom was my child care provider
12 It was there that I also had my first boy kiss…
13 he had just eaten Pringles, so now I think of that when I smell plain Pringles—yuck
14 I have had more girlfriends as a kid than I have as an adult…
15 I like it that way…
16 I remember getting excited about getting my military ID when I turned 10
17 I knew I was “gay” at age 2 when my Great Aunt Rachel and I had “something” in common—I just knew
18 My Mom claims she never knew I was a lesbian…never had any clue about it
19 My Mom and I used to be soo very close…
20 I miss my Mom—and the way things used to be between us…
21 My Dad and I have never been close…
22 I knew my Mom was going to divorce my Dad before he knew…they never got divorced
23 My Mom and I left for Georgia January 1991…I drove to GA (12hs) by myself (following my Mom)
24 I met the first “love” of my life (in 1991)…
25 he is gay too…
26 he is my Male soulmate…and we are still very close
27 I cried everyday I was away from him…
28 We got married (in 1994—ages 19 & 18) for college grants, and then never applied for them…lol
29 We always wanted to have a child, but I’m glad we never did…I could never share my baby(s)
30 We got divorced in 1998—and we are still very close—thank god
31 My Dad was in the military for 20 years, which is why I was born in Okinawa
32 I came out my last semester in college—April 1997
33 Yay me…9 whole years as an OUT lesbian
34 I still carry one of my Mother’s secrets with me—don’t know that I’ll ever tell…
35 I love my parents very much which is why I feel so hurt about stuff…
36 I always feel the need to explain myself completely…that’s not a plus
37 I almost fear authority—also not a plus
38 I blame my parents for this one…
39 I refuse to raise my children how I was raised—This is definitely a ++PLUS++
40 I know I’m a great Mother/Mama/Mommy—my daughter lets me know so
41 Did I say I LOVE LOVE LOVE my baby girl…
42 I have a few medical issues that caused me 2 years of emotional turmoil while ttc—two whole years…
43 I have PCOS, migraines, asthma, chronic allergies, and a Latex allergy
44 I had perfect teeth before I got pregnant
45 Since being pregnant, I have had three fucking root canals…and no I’m not happy about it
46 I want to have another baby…we’ll start ttc’ing Summer 2006—wow…that’s close
47 I have OCD and ADD
48 I am a perfectionist…Type A personality all the way
49 I get so overwhelmed at times, I don’t know where to begin…
50 I got my driver’s license on my 16th birthday—passed both parts the first time
51 I went into labor and never freakin believed that it was true labor…
52 I was scheduled to be induced the following week
53 I labored for 30+ hours, pushed for 4 hours—loved every minute of it…
54 …can’t wait to do it again!!
55 I kinda want another girl, but am ready for either a girl or a boy
56 I’m addicted to my computer…
57 I love designing web pages…
58 I’m a loner, although I truly wish I wasn’t…
59 I can count on one hand the truest friends I have in life…
60 I hate reading unless it’s something that interests me…
61 I’m a Registered Nurse and I really love that about myself
62 I have a foul mouth…although I can control it and do when I have to
63 Brenna has one half sibling—that I know of--that she may not ever meet, although I’m not opposed to it
64 I wouldn’t mind meeting the donor if given the chance
65 I don’t really fit into many categories…I’m sooo not a cookie cutter grrl
66 I love fingernail polish
67 I love getting massages…although I’ve only had three
68 I love pedicures, although I’ve only had one…
69 I love photography, but I’m not that great at it…
70 I would love to be more creative…
71 and thinner too…PCOS is to thank for that one…
72 I used to have gorgeous hair…naturally wavy, thick and people would stop me and tell me
73 thanks to PCOS, I’ve been losing my hair since I was 16…
74 I’m only NOW able to even admit it or talk about it….and I hate that it’s an issue for me…
75 I hate shaving my legs—sometimes…
76 I think I’m a boring person…
77 I attended The Visual and Performing Arts Program in my Junior and Senior years in high school
78 I was also in the Maryland State Choir—got in my first audition!!
79 I spend waay too much time in the bathroom…lol
80 I love brushing my daughter’s hair
81 I blow my nose many times a day…it’s a must for me…lol
82 I wouldn’t mind going back to college—for psychology or microbiology
83 I’m a clutter bug who hates to throw stuff away
84 I’ve moved—OMG—23 times in my life
85 I think I’m finally settled for a little while at least
86 I don’t have too many plans beyond the next say 5 years—I don’t know why
87 I’m a list writer—chronically
88 I love Diet Sierra Mist on ICE AND the new Diet Dr Pepper Berries and Cream
89 I have clippers and a file where ever I go
90 I’m not much for the beach—I hate sand
91 I love swimming in a pool though
92 I love going on vacation with family
93 I’d like to try parasailing one day
94 I can’t fly a kite nor can I juggle
95 I hate shopping, but I love spending money…
96 One can never have too many purses or shoes
97 I am a germophobe—in a major way…I hold my breath when someone coughs or sneezes around me
98 I kill spiders with my bare feet…
99 I have secrets no one will ever know
100 I like myself and am proud of my accomplishments
101 I want my own home again…I truly miss that family time…

Broken Road

2006-05-17T23:29:00.000-04:00

"Rascal Flatts - Bless the Broken Road"

I set out on a narrow way many years ago
Hoping I would find true love along the broken road
But I got lost a time or two
Wiped my brow and kept pushing through
I couldn't see how every sign pointed straight to you
Every long lost dream led me to where you are
Others who broke my heart they were like northern stars
Pointing me on my way into your loving arms
This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you

I think about the years I spent just passing through
I'd like to have the time I lost and give it back to you
But you just smile and take my hand
You've been there you understand
It's all part of a grander plan that is coming true
Every long lost dream led me to where you are
Others who broke my heart they were like northern stars
Pointing me on my way into your loving arms
This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you

Now I'm just rolling home
Into my lover's arms
This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you.

Hope Floats

2006-05-17T23:06:00.000-04:00

To Make You Feel My Love

When the rain is blowing in your face

And the whole world is on your case

I could offer you a warm embrace

To make you feel my love

When evening shadows and the stars appear

And there's is no one to dry your tears

I could hold you for a million years

To make you feel my love

I know you haven't made your mind up yet

But I would never do you wrong

I've known it from the moment that we met

There's no doubt in my mind where you belong

I'd go hungry, I'd go black and blue

I'd go crawling down the avenue

There ain't nothing' that I wouldn't do

To make you feel my love

The storms are raging on a rolling sea

And on the highway of regret

The winds of change are blowing wild and free

You ain't seen nothin' like me yet

There ain't nothin' that I wouldn't do

Go to the ends of the earth for you

Make you happy make your dreams come true

To make you feel my love

TMI Tuesday

2006-05-09T12:14:00.000-04:00

TMI Tuesday May 9th, 2006 stolen from Monkey

1. After a night of great sex, who do you tell? How much? no one really...

2. Should prostitution be legal? why shouldn't it...if someone wants to pay someone else for sex and both parties agree--where's the problem?

3. On a scale from 1-10, how selfish are you? You'd have to ask everyone who knows me...but I think I CAN be pretty selfish at times...

4. Name something you haven't tried, but have been thinking about trying. Pilates--maybe??

5. If you could have sex with any celebrity, who would you pick and why? (and don't think of this question as cheating… you aren't attached at the time, k?) Giving thought to it now, there's a couple, but I haven't ever really thought about it...

Bonus (as in "optional"): Have you ever dyed your pubic hair or shaved it in a pattern? no…

A lunch out...

2006-05-04T09:40:00.000-04:00

Brenna and I will be going to lunch with my all-time-best-(male)-friend in the world...TIM!! It really ahs been too long since we got together...I wish Brenna knew Tim better...we're gonna have to schedule more frequent play dates...lol Not sure where we'll go for lunch...we're meeting in our usual spot...and then make a decision from there...
Since I've been dieting, I haven't had many carbs, so I'm kinda craving Chinese...I'll see if he's up for it....
I'll check back in later.....M

Monday's 5

2006-05-01T21:18:00.000-04:00

Stolen from Monkey...

5 things I like about myself...

1. I'm a good Mommy
2. I love my smile
3. I have nice eyes
4. I love my singing voice
5. I am intelligent

SO there ya go....M

It was so lovely...

2006-04-30T14:33:00.000-04:00

We are back...and we had a wonderful time...Awesome time at Sakura's--Japanese rest where they prepare the food right in front of you...Then got settled in at the hotel and watched ghost whisperer...had some dessert...an apple crisp with ice cream and a reese's peanut butter pie--YUMM!! then relaxed in the jacuzzi...ahhhh soooo nice...gave eachother back and feet massages, had candles going, it was simply lovely....We called Brenna to tuck her in, and she told us all about her day...so sweet...
We got up the next day, went to Ruby Tuesday's--which is where we had our first "date"--we actually sat and talked for about 4 hours on our furst date--then went home....lovely and simple...Tammy gave me a really pretty gold bracelet, and was very touched by all the effort I put into our getaway...we were well rested when it was all done....

Excited...

2006-04-28T09:29:00.000-04:00

I'm so excited...I'm going shopping for some candles, flowers, and oils for our little getaway tonight...It's local, but it seems to be a nice room...it has a jacuzzi--YES!! sore, achey muscles no more....
It's all been pretty behind the scenes, which is a first for me--I'm not really the romantic type...Booked the room, prepare the room, check in, packing the bags, I'm doin it all baby... ;o)
I will of course check in after the fact and let you all know how it went....
Later....M

Stuff Portrait Fridays

2006-04-27T15:51:00.000-04:00

I wan’t you to remember what you learned a few weeks ago and use them this week.
1. Something Big -- Uncle Fred
2. Something Small -- Brenna
3. Half of Something -- Brenna at half her current age
Remember, PERSPECTIVE. It may be small to you, but get on the floor and take the picture and see how big it looks. GET CREATIVE!! Think outside the house box.Half of something can be taken ANY way. Actually, all of these can be taken any way you want.

Number 1 and 2:

Number 3:

My Baby, the Sweetheart

2006-04-26T10:04:00.000-04:00

This morning, as with most mornings, I was checking my blood sugar... Brenna happened to see me doing it this morning...She noted the small dot of blood on my finger and said, "Whatcha doin Mama? Gotta Booboo?" I told her I was checkin to see how sweet I am this morning... and she insisted on kissin Mama's booboo...so I'm reading my magazines while she's watching Blue's Clues...and she walks back over to me and says, get this, "Your booboo better, Mama?" Oh my gosh, how totally sweet of her...25 mos old...and already concerned about others...I never even gave two thoughts more about it after I cleaned my finger and she gave me a kiss...and she asked me about it again later...how kool is she?? She's a natural-born caregiver....awesome!!

The Sky Is Falling, The Sky Is Falling...

2006-04-24T10:24:00.000-04:00

OMG!! WHen it rains it hails??!! This morning I was brutally awakened by the pop of thunder or was it a lightening strike?? Not sure...but it was ferocious!! Brenna didn't stir after her initial jolt, but I held onto her to protect her...the room lit up time after time as the lightening was drawn across the sky--were the gods mad?! who knew after such an awakening if we were at war or what!!
Anyway, the sky literally dropped out...the rain was torrential at best, and hail balls landed with a fury...what's more...the oddity of it all rested easy with me as it left as abruptly as it came...and now the sun is shining and all of those who weren't awakened by it's appearance would never be the wiser as all the evidence has melted...

Gotta share...

2006-04-21T09:45:00.000-04:00

The other day I was sitting at my computer...I was talking to Brenna, and out of nowhere she asks me, "What's that...hind you...that's a baby hind you..." I turned around thinking I'd find one of her baby dolls...nope, nothing...I guess she had seen her soon to be brother or sister...her presence around me...It's happened before, I've heard others tell of things like this where the child sees baby spirits and the like...so I am hopeful we are doing the right thing...and there's a baby on his or her way to us....Brenna has already put in her order for a girl...so who knows...lol

What kind of soul am I?

2006-04-20T20:28:00.000-04:00

You Are a Dreaming Soul
Your vivid emotions and imagination takes you away from this worldSo much so that you tend to live in your head most of the timeYou have great dreams and ambitions that could be the envy of all...But for you, following through with your dreams is a bit difficultYou are charming, endearing, and people tend to love you.Forgiving and tolerant, you see the world through rose colored glasses.Underneath it all, you have a ton of passion that you hide from others.Always hopeful, you tend to expect positive outcomes in your life.Souls you are most compatible with: Newborn Soul, Prophet Soul, and Traveler Soul

SPF that qualifies as an HNT too...lol

2006-04-20T20:00:00.000-04:00

I've never done an HNT before, but since my wife was feeling froggy, I obliged...lol
Here's my SPF: my initials: AMM

TMI Tuesday--late again!

2006-04-19T23:02:00.000-04:00

1. Birthday spankings or birthday kisses? why can't I have both??

2. Sitting on Santa/Easter Bunnys lap…fun or creepy? i'm thinkin creepy…

3. Once you start drinking at a party, do you usually get drunk or stop at tipsy? Diet Sierra Mist on the rocks keeps me sober all night...

4. On a scale from 1-10, how passionate are you? I'd say a 7, there's always room for improvement...

5. Have you ever seen a burlesque show? nope…
Bonus: Have you ever been to an adult themed tupperware-type party like this? nope, a lingerie party-yes...but I've always thought about hosting them....

Brenna's doc's appt...

2006-04-19T16:12:00.000-04:00

YAY...no shots till she's 4....well, except for the flu vax and Hep A vax...
She did a beautiful job today with the doctor...no crying, no fears, no tears...it was a great visit...
Her weight/height are right where they should be and her developmental milestones are right on track...
Doc was happy....I am happy, and Brenna is too....
More later....

I'm a bit confused....

2006-04-18T22:56:00.000-04:00

....as to why people feel the need to lie...is it drama they're looking for?...their lives aren't rich enough they feel the need to create meaning?...I'm just not sure why people say one thing and act completely differently...
If ANYONE has ANY input, feel free....thanks

Easter Day

2006-04-16T20:33:00.000-04:00

Wow....what a day....a looong day, and I'm sooo tired! We woke up--me at 6:30, B at about 8:30...foolishly I laid back down after putting the finishing touches on B's Easter basket and signing cards for everyone...
I woke up so drowsy, ugh...anyway...had a light breakfast--biscuits and eggs--and then colored Easter eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt and Aunt Trish's house...that was fun...Brenna got a prize for finding the most eggs--14 total--woohoo!! attagrrl...so she picks E-Ms, as she calls them (MnMs) and has them eaten already...she has more candy than any one person should, and she got some great stuff--Dora doll, several outfits, DVDs, a muscial chickie, and a few other tidbits of stuff...it was like Christmas and Birthday allover again...and yes, feels like it's back to back...
Anywho...came back home...B took a nap while I vacuumed out my car, banged out the dirt and dust from the floormats, and gave it a full detail.
I did a damn good job on my lil SUV...lol
Now, I'm tired...and I hope to be going to bed soooon......

Mums the word...

2006-04-13T23:26:00.000-04:00

Hidden message...definitely...I've made a vow to not be so outspoken for various reasons...not sure if it's gonna work, it's sooo doubtful...but my way, my truth is too harsh for some...so, mum's the word....

In other news...this whole build out thing has gone not as far as we thought it would...we've made some compromises, and I cannot believe I'm posting this....well, especially not this early...and mum's the word for all who do read...shhhhhhh....don't say anything, it's nothing definite yet...but Tammy gave the go ahead for me/us to start ttc again...of course I HAVE to get my diabetes on track, and I am going to schedule an appointment to meet with an RE as soon as his schedule allows--to discuss US...and what that means...Brenna will of course come with us as proof positive that we are great parents and she is a well-adjusted, happy, healthy kid...We will definitely discuss my PCOS and what worked and did not work at all that last time ttc...so I still cannot freakin believe I'm saying this...Tammy said start tomorrow if you can...she's all for this happening....I am almost too shocked to say anything, and almost to stunned not to....

Thanks for reading...and remember....sshhhhhhhhhhhhhhh ;o) *wink*

TMI Tuesday--a day late

2006-04-12T11:00:00.000-04:00

1. Have you ever had sex in a hammock? ummm...NO…a waterbed was hard enough...lol

2. Do you think alcohol enhances a sexual experience, or diminishes it?I'd have to say diminishes it...

3. Have you ever stolen anything from a place you were employed? yeah…I hate to say it, but yeah

4. Have you ever jello/mud or otherwise "wrestled" while others watched? I wish...haha

5. Have you ever let someone else wash you while you were perfectly capable of doing it yourself? absolutely…

Doc's appt

2006-04-12T10:43:00.000-04:00

Well...my A1C went up from 7.7 to 8.8--should be less than 6.0...not so great
My LFTs went up on both by about 35-36 points...not good...so the medication I just bought the day before for $50 I now can't use...it has Metformin in it, which is increasing my LFTs...and of course Federal law prohibits the return of medication once it's left the pharmacy, soooooo... that's not so great either...lol
I'm going to be tested for Hep A and C--I'm vaxed against Hep B and I test immune....that's a plus!!
Since I have no insurance and can't get DPBs on this current plan, I may have to start insulin in the interim b/c it's supposed to be cheaper...so we'll see...I'm not opposed...I was on it while pregnant, and it's really no big deal...so if it's cheaper, and makes me feel better....well....that's an easy one.....
So send your thoughts and prayers along if that's what you do...I'd sure appreciate it....M

Yepcezwo...itemg

2006-04-11T00:04:00.000-04:00

I know you must be wondering WTF has gone wrong with Michelle?? It's those darned spam prevention codes...ahhhh I got a laugh outta the first one...just funny--I'm easily amused, I guess...
I'm really tired right now and heading off to bed...Doc's appt tomorrow as a f/u on my A1C (diabetes)...I also had a Hep test, liver function studies and UA for spilled proteins...we shall see...Anywho, he said they were all "decent" except for the A1C--whihc is somewhat elevated--uhhh yeah, it is--I can tell by how tired I am...I am soooo hoping it's not insulin for me...although I'd probably feel better...Ic annot afford all the pills, they can be out-fucking-rageous, and with no insurance, well it doesn't take a rocket scientist...
I am hoping my parnter will be getting insurance say in August--insurance that does cover DP--YAY!!!! We'll see on that one too...
We finally got our vacation week scheduled...can't wait...B's gonna have a blast on the go-karts and at the water park...as will her Mommies....
I guess that's about it for now...I will bbl.....M

Stolen from Monkey

2006-04-09T09:38:00.000-04:00

answer me straight… stolen from Monkey who stole it from Cinders

The Rules:1. You can only say YES or NO!2. You are NOT ALLOWED to explain ANYTHING unless someone messages you and asks!

Taken a picture naked? : yes
Made out with a member of the same sex? : yes
Danced in front of your mirror? : yes
Told a lie? : yes
Gotten in a car with people you just met?: yes
Been in a fist fight? : yes
Had feelings for someone who didn't have them back? : yes
Been arrested? : no
Left your house without telling your parents? : yes
Ditched school to do something more fun? : yes
Slept in a bed with a member of the same sex? : yes
Seen someone die? : yes
Kissed a picture? : yes
Slept in until 3? : no
Laid on your back and watched cloud shapes go by? : yes
Played dress up? : yes
Fallen asleep at work/school? : no
Felt an earthquake? : no
Touched a snake? : yes
Ran a red light? : yes
Had detention? : yes
Been in a car accident? : yes
Pole danced? : no
Been lost? : yes
Sang karaoke? : yes
Done something you told yourself you wouldn't? : yes
Laughed until something you were drinking came out your nose? : no
Caught a snowflake on your tongue? : yes
Kissed in the rain? : yes
Sang in the shower? : yes
Got your tongue stuck to a pole? : no
Ever gone to school partially naked? : no
Sat on a roof top? : no
Played chicken? : no
Been pushed into a pool with all your clothes on? : yes
Been told you're hot by a complete stranger? : yes
Broken a bone? : no
Mooned/flashed someone? : yes
Forgotten someone's name? : yes
Slept naked? : yes
Blacked out from drinking? : yes
Played a prank on someone? : yes
Felt like killing someone? : no
Made a parent cry? : yes
Cried over someone? : yes
Had sex more than 5 times in one day? : yes
Had/Have a dog? : yes
Been in a band? : no
Drank 25 sodas in a day? : no
Shot a gun? : no

So addicted...

2006-04-09T07:32:00.000-04:00

...to this blog crap...lol
I'm awake, early on a Sunday morning, and no one else is stirring...and this is all I can think to get into...haha
Anyway, the sun is shining, but it's a crisp 32 F()ck!#& degrees outside...sposed to get up to the high 50s...I really wanna take B Easter Egg hunting today...nest week is fine, but will be in all the confusion and chaos of Easter dinner and stuff...We're setting up a mini one here at the house, but no one else will be here for B to search with... ;o( Ok, so she won't mind--more for her right...lol
I've gotten almost all B's Easter/two year pics out--except for a special delivery gals pics--you know who you are grrlie...lol but to family...Easter cards and pics out...what a task, but gives me something to buzz around doing...I'm your dysfunctional almost, well not really typical Type-A Bitch, so no, a two year old's antics aren't enough to keep me occupied...
HA...I need a chill pill...I was told yesterday one day I will regret rushing through life...It's so hard for me to stop and smell the roses, when I'm multi-tasking to make sure everything gets done...can ya relate--honk that horn if ya can...
Anyway, I'd like to slow down on somethings and speed it up on others... Life is never perfect, and that's a hard pill to swallow when you're a not so typical Type A perfectionist.
Well that's enough from this peanut gallery for now...I know I'll post again later when Miss B wakes up....

Sunday 6

2006-04-08T23:44:00.000-04:00

Ok...so my baby just turned 2, I'm not sure how she'd answer these questions...so I'll answer them first how I think she'd answer them if she was say 3 or 4...then I'll write in her responses tomorrow when she wakes up...

"Random!"

1. What planet do you live on?
What's a planet, Mommy?

2. What happens if you don't eat all your dinner?
I won't get any 'nacks' (snacks) later

3. What happens when you are sick?
I sleep a lot and watch toons and take 'messin' (medicine)

4. What makes a rainbow?
Dora and Boots make rainbows...rainbows on you car, Mommy

5. Do you know everything there is to know?
Yes...and Mommy too

6. What do you want to be when you grow up?
I'm a big girl, Mommy...what's growed up?

This was the scene yesterday while it was raining...

2006-04-08T13:08:00.000-04:00

...and Tammy wonders why the bed always looks a mess...I know she doesn't get to see this everyday, so I took some pics to reveal B's methods...enjoy.....

Lovin the women in my life...

2006-04-07T22:04:00.000-04:00

Just wanted to post a pic of our love

No more rain, please

2006-04-07T21:43:00.000-04:00

I was really hoping it wouldn't rain all day...I want to take B for her first Easter Egg hunt this weekend...they say they'll have them rain or shine, but I'm not lookin forward to muddy shoes, socks, pants, arms, hair, yada yada...
We shall see...sposed to rain tomorrow, but not Sunday...so hopefully a light rain Saturday so it will dry up a bit by Sunday...FXFXFX
Post pics when it happens.....M

SPF...on Thursday

2006-04-06T01:19:00.000-04:00

Gonna do this a day early...
http://www.randomandodd.com/

Let’s get to know your camera, okay?
This Friday’s theme…Take me off AUTO!
1. Macro: take a picture of something ‘close up’. Don’t use your zoom, make sure you have good lighting and make sure you’re steady. If you have to, set your camera down on something and then take the picture.
2. NO FLASH: try swiching the flash off and taking pictures of your stuff without it. It may take a lot of pictures to get the right shot, but open the windows and find artifical light to get it to work.
3. Perspective: get up high or down low…either way, change the perspective of your picture..tilt the camera sideways. Change the layout of the picture. Instead of having the subject framed perfectly in the middle of the picture…move it to the left or the right.
You all hate it when I make you think of out of the box. This is one of those weeks you’re going to hate me, but it’s really not that hard. Find your favorite subject and follow the rules.

Proud Aunt Moment

2006-04-05T18:35:00.000-04:00

YAY!!! Props to my neice...honor role with a 3.1 GPA!!! THis is most excellent news...she's done really well with keeping her grades up and I am VERY PROUD of her!!!

Mama and B

2006-04-05T15:19:00.000-04:00

A picture of Mama and B....

Yes it worked...finally I figured out this darned blog!!

A Picture's Worth...

2006-04-05T15:06:00.000-04:00

...a thousand words...

Boredom at it's best...

2006-04-04T11:06:00.000-04:00

Yeah, so I'm a bit on the bored side today...Brenna's watching Dora, so I just thought I'd take some pics of my tatoos--8 in all, and counting...
Enjoy...post a comment if ya'd like....M

The TotLot

2006-04-03T10:34:00.000-04:00

I finally got a response of sorts email regarding this great group called the TotLot...All ages and they do so many different types of activities... And they have both working and SAHMs...which is great for when I do get back to work...another post another time...lol
Can't wait to get started...meeting the kids and bringing B to play...
I wasn't quite sure how she'd do, but the other day we went to a friends for dinner and playtime, and she did beautifully...she shared and played and just seemed so comfortable, like she just belonged there...It made me so proud and happy...our friends commented several times that she is so well-behaved, especially for a two year old...So I haven't ruined her completely by not having her interact with children so much...she does play with cousins and friends, so it's all right after all...lol
So today is just quite a few errands to run...Walmart, Toys-R-Us, and then it's off to writing thank yous and a get well card for BIL's Father...
Be back later.....M--and I found my stamps...YAY!!

Barbie Jeep 101

2006-04-02T22:53:00.000-04:00

Well B FINALLY got her Barbie Jeep--it's her big birthday gift from me and Mimi...yeah, I know...it's only 10 days late...between getting sick, recovering, bad weather, and a business trip, we finally had a decent day weather-wise and were able to give B her gift...she liked it, she drove it a bit, but when we put the pillow behind her to help her sit up closer to the pedal, she got a lil miffed and wanted to get off...
She did get back on when she thought no one was watching, but she wouldn't drive it...
So here's a pic I managed to snap while she was first riding...

2006-04-01T23:53:00.000-05:00

I started this blog with a post from the Portrait Stuff Fridays blog...I will try and keep up this blog...I've been doing actually pretty well on the other site, bit I'm liking this format better as I can add pictures....not even sure who will read this blog...haven't shared the link yet with anyone....
So enough for now...gonna head off to see if I can list 101 things about me...we shall see...I'm sure there's enough about me to post...may be a couple of days till I'm back on and posting...M

2006-04-01T23:35:00.000-05:00

Hey...entry is a bit late, but the three things we were asked to capture were, three words to describe the lady who runs Stuff Portrait Fridays, me making a crazy face--and it's an ugly one, and a present I would give to her...so here they are....lol