Yay!

The parties went very well. My Pampered Chef party was lots of fun and the kids' birthday party was wonderful. My house was packed with family and the kids got lots of clothes and toys. Then, I got sick. I had and kind of still have a chest cold with a really annoying cough. Now Scott has it, but worse than I did. And Eric is sneezing with a runny nose. He has his 9 month check up tomorrow and I don't think he is going to get his shots. We are also going to get Cameron's picture taken cause it's his 4th birthday tomorrow! I cannot believe that 4 years ago at this moment he was in my belly. And now look at him. It's amazing. It makes the 30 hours of labor worth it. So...onto bigger and even better news- my sister is pregnant, which is awesome cause I'm going to be an auntie and now we can be mommies together. She had her ultrasound yesterday and guess what? There's two babies in there! Twins! That's just so freaky to me. My sister is pregnant with twins. Wow! I already started shopping for stuff for the baby (when I thought there was just one) and planning the shower. Now I have to start buying two of everything. Devanie, I'm going to need your help! You're the best at getting the most for your money and at planning baby showers! Help!

CRAZINESS!!!!!!!!

Scott and Cameron building my new hutch.
I CANNOT BELIEVE THEY ARE DIGGING UP OUR STREET THE DAY BEFORE OUR PARTY! I AM LIVID! I finally accepted the fact that our street wouldn't be paved in time for the party, but all dug up? Are you kidding me?! Errrrrrrrrrrrr. Onto other things, today is my Pampered Chef party and tomorrow is the kids' birthday party. We have a lot of work to do today. My wonderful husband bought me a new hutch for our dining room so we still have to get rid of the old one and the microwave cart. Then we can clear all of the junk off of the dining room table. Then we need to conquer the kids' rooms and the family room. That should be fun. Right now Jenny's wearing her Cinderella dress and "glass" slippers, Cameron is giving me a play by play on what is going on outside, and Eric is sitting up all by himself being as cute as usual.

Sick as a Dog

So yesterday wasn't a good day. It all started when I was awoken at 6:30am by the sound of my dog, Murphy, barking uncontrollably. I got up and discovered that he vomited all over the kitchen floor. Upon futher investigation, I found bits and pieces of a plastic wrapper. Then, I realized just what my hungry little cocker spaniel had gotten into- a 12oz. bag of semi-sweet chocolate morsels. So we all know that that much chocolate can kill a dog. I quickly called my mom who told me to call the emergency vet clinic. They told me to give him hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting. Now that was difficult, but with Scott's help, I did it. Scott called our regular vet who didn't seem too concerned, but told us to keep an eye on his heartrate. So all day I worried about my furry little lad. He's okay now, but still very hyper and irritable. And very hungry since he hasn't eaten all day. And ofcourse, my lovely children thought they would add to my madness by being out of control all day. But I try to find the positive in each day. Yesterday I found a new favorite toy. You all know how I swear by the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser? Well, try the Pledge Duster Plus! That little thing is awesome. I actually enjoyed dusting! Imagine that. Usually dusting makes me sneeze like crazy, but this duster thing catches all the dust so it doesn't fly all over the place. And as an added bonus, it comes with a mini Pledge spray attached to the handle, so you just spray and dust with one hand! Cool, huh? That was my day pretty much. Cleaning up vomit and dusting. Today is a new day and so far it hasn't been too bad. :) "Organize yourselves; prepare every needful thing; and establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God..." D&C 88:119

My Little Pumpkins

Yesterday was Jenny's birthday, so after we went to the mall to get her picture taken and buy her a present, we went pumpkin picking at a farm. It was a beautiful day and the foliage was breathtaking. The kids had a really good time too. We got a bunch of pumpkins and some mums. Oh, and in case you're wondering, at the toy store Jenny picked out Barbie and Tanner for her birthday present. It's really cool.

::YAWN::

I never thought I would say this. I'm tired of shopping. All day yesterday and all day today we shopped. We got a lot of things we need (and some things we don't need) and we had a good time together as a family, but I'm pooped. I just want to lay around in my pjs with a mug of hot chocolate right now. But I can't. Scott is at work now and I have to work on the house. I think we're trying to get too much done before the party. I mean, cleaning is one thing, but rearranging furniture and switching bedrooms is just a little much. But we already started so we can't just stop or there will be no room for anyone. So I must go to clean some more and move more things that are heavier than I am. ::yawn:: ::sigh::

Yummy!

Here are my Oatmeal Butterscotch Chip Cookies! They are very good, but very sweet. I think I'll only make these when I want to go into sugar shock. They are really good with a tall glass of milk. Yum!

What's wrong with me?

So I've been on this baking kick lately. The last time this happened I was pregnant with Cameron, but I know I'm not pregnant so I don't know what it is. I just know that I'm baking. I've been baking chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, pumpkin bread, cupcakes, sugar cookies, and I'm starting to get a little bored. So today I'm going to try a variation of my oatmeal chocolate chip cookie. The oatmeal butterscotch chip cookie. I'll let you know how it turns out. I have so much to do today. Vacuuming, cleaning the kitchen, folding laundry, homework, and I have to list some items on Ebay. My list is getting a little skimpy. And the most important thing of all- I need to figure out what I'm going to get Jenny for her birthday which happens to be tomorrow! She wants so many things and I'm just trying to figure out what she will actually play with that doesn't cost a fortune. I am totally over-thinking this. I don't want her to be disappointed, but I don't want to spend $50 on a baby that she is just going to throw around and draw all over. And Scott isn't really helping. He doesn't know what to get a little girl. I'm sure he'll have some good ideas for Cameron in two weeks so I won't have to worry about that. It's hard being a mom.

OUCH!!!

So this is what happens when you give a three year old a new mattress with no railing... A trip to the ER at 1:00 in the morning to get three staples. And a mess to clean up. Anyone know how to get blood out of clothing and/or carpets? Cameron's such a trooper though. I think he took the ordeal better than I did. Needless to say, there's a railing on his bed now.

The Big Girl Bed

On Friday, Jennifer got her big girl bed. Scott took Cameron's bunk beds apart and we bought new mattresses. Then Jenny and I went to the store and bought Princess sheets and comforter and a new pillow. She's excited about the new bed and about being in the same room as her brother. I think it will work out well for the both of them.

Hey, Goo-goo!

I looooooove when Eric wakes up from a long nap and his cheeks are all pink and warm. He's so cute! He's been such a stinker today though. I think he's teething, but I've been saying that for months now so who knows. I can't really complain though cause he's a super-good baby and if he's cranky once in a while, so what?

Jenny calls Eric "goo-goo." It's so cute. She'll just come up to him and say, "Hey, goo-goo." He smiles and reaches out to her. They have really bonded over the past few months.

Both Cameron and Jennifer have birthdays this month and they know exactly what they want.

Cameron's Wish List

Garbage truck

Firetruck

Diego stuff

Helicopter

Construction cones

Jennifer's Wish List

Baby Alive

Littlest Pet Shop

Barbie and Tanner (the dog that poops)

Loving Family Doll House Accessories

Doodle Bear

The Little Mermaid

Anything Cinderella

Mommy's Wish List

CLOTHES!!!

Cameron is such a boy and Jenny is such a girl and I, well, I am such a mom.

Aren't they the cutest things you've ever seen? We really need to move down south.

This is Eric's 8 month picture. It's a few days late, but I think it still counts. Isn't he adorable?

Are you ready?

I'm so excited! I finally have a blog! I've wanted to do this for so long because I love writing and journaling. So here it is...the beginning of my electronically documented life...Today I decided that we stay home after the disastrous experience at Target yesterday. Usually, the kids are good when we go out, but yesterday, not so much. I think it was cause it was a holiday and the store was super-crowded. Anyway, I forgot most of the things I needed and left in a really bad mood. Meanwhile, Scott passed out while giving blood. So much for trying to do something good. He's still feeling weak and insists he'll "never do that again." So today I am focusing on catching up on laundry, cleaning the house in preparation for Cameron and Jenny's birthday party, and homework. Yes, I have homework for school. Lovely, huh? Oh and I have to get the party invitations out too. So no time for play today. Even if I wanted to go out I couldn't cause they closed our street for the neverending roadwork they're doing. Who likes waking up every morning to the sounds of excavators pounding into the pavement in front of your house? Not I. I shall post more random thoughts like these everyday. Please comment so I know you feel my pain or joy! Love you all!