Thank You Ohio, and Hello Ina!

Remember my post about the guy on death row in Ohio who thought that he deserved to appeal because he was too fat? Well, they executed him. You have to read the whole story about him, but I just wanted to say, "Thank You Ohio". Now there's one less rapist and murderer that the taxpayers are having to foot the bill for.

I got an e-mail this morning from Ina Garten. I realize it was one of those mass e-mails, but still, it was from Ina. You know Ina, the Barefoot Contessa, LOVE her. She has just come out with a new cookbook, I ordered a signed copy-don't tell Chandler.....he might actually think that was a frivolous purchase, what does he know.....

So, I'm back to water aerobics. I have started at Lifetime Fitness. It's a very nice facility, the teachers are great, and I'm having a lot of fun. That was the final piece of the puzzle to getting my life back on track. The final piece, but what a big piece it was.

One of my friends, Leigh is having a baby soon. I know she reads this blog from time to time, so I can't tell you what I got her, but buying all those baby things can be quite dangerous....I'm not sure, but I think they make my clock tick, you know what I mean? To this day I can't go in Babies R Us, I'm certain they pump some kind of smell in that place that makes me get baby fever again. Don't worry though, I remain strong, that and my husband's been "fixed".....

I'm off to read my little one a bedtime story, have a good day......

Uh, Hello...We Would Like A Refund.....

You have got to be freakin kidding me! AIG execs took a week long retreat to a very expensive spa in CA just days after the bail out and used $440,000.00 of our money to do it. We have people losing their homes, and they thought it would be a good idea to play golf, and go to the spa.....This is just jaw dropping. I think at the very least they need to be fired. I wish they could have criminal charges pressed against them, I feel like that's stealing money. It's kind of like the person who's on the PTA board at the local school taking out of the kid's fund. I know the economy is worrying everyone, but the silver lining here is that it will help us learn how to be more thrifty and simplify our lives. After all the most important thing in life is people, not things...

Back In The Saddle Again

We got back Saturday, late morning. Since that time it has been non stop medicine, groceries, laundry, floors, dishes, and kids. Did you notice I left out sleep? That's because there's been none. J is doing great. He was in quite a bit of pain when they wheeled him into recovery, they kept him on morphine for about the first twelve hours, and since then he has been taking hydracodone for the pain. Chandler and I have been so tired. He came home at night to take care of Meg and Annabelle (the weiner dog), and I stayed at the hospital w/ J. We were at Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas. As you already know, I was so nervous! I have to say-they were awesome! They really put my nerves to ease, walked me thru everything, and I knew they were taking care of my child as if he was there own. I can't say enough good about them.

Last night I actually got to sleep until 430 this morning, so I'm feeling pretty rested. It will be good to get back to normal, and get the house back in order. Plus, it's definitely Fall. I love Fall-it's my favorite season. That helps motivate me to cook, and get things done. Tonight is herb roasted chicken, sweet potato mash, and steamed broccoli-my kind of comfort food......

The Time Has Come

I've been freaking out to say the least for the last couple of days. Obviously I knew that J's surgery was coming on, but had no idea how fast. I got a call Monday afternoon that he is scheduled for this Friday. That's fast.

I have been completely tied in knots over the whole anesthesia thing. It's weird-I know, but here's what I've learned thus far: when your child is going thru this, you feel like the only mom on the universe with these feelings. Not sure why...but even though friends of mine have been thru this and tell me it will be fine, I just think, "really? do you understand that I just said anesthesia?" I'm crazy - I know. Once he wakes from the procedure, I know a lot of my anxiety will be gone.

I have also made the decision that I am know blocking negative thoughts from my brain, and I am only going to be positive.....until I slip that is....

The Sun Shone On Me Today

I woke today with a decision. A decision that life is too short to be so stressed. I realize that there will be difficult decisions, and hard days, but we will get thru them. So, I decided I'm not going to lay down and let this roofing company get the best of me. We're suing them. I also signed that permission slip for the field trip, and am moving forward for J's surgery.

I went to the market today, opened my sun roof, and played my music. A little sunshine and a good tune is a surefire cure for what ails. Happy Friday!

The Stress Is Getting The Best Of Me

I have to get all this off my chest. I am so stressed I feel like I'm walking around in a daze, because I can't deal with all this stress!

Where do I start?

First, moving is a stressful thing to begin with. Selling the old house, getting a new one while living with your parents, who by the way don't do well with children....

Second, I think this house might cursed. I swear to you that anything that can go wrong, has. Anything that should work, doesn't. And you know the inspectors that we paid hundreds for, aren't responsible....

Third, hail storms are not fun. We had to get a new roof, and the roofers that we so painstakingly chose have decided to completely screw us. They have not finished the job, and are now billing us for the substandard work, and additional projects that have not been completed. Oh, and did I mention they are threatening to sue and have put a lien on the house?

Forth, I wish Jacob didn't need surgery. My son was born with a minor birth defect. He now has to have surgery to give him functionality of his right hand. I'm terrified of the anesthesia. I wish we didn't have to do this.

Fifth, why does Megan have to be so difficult? I have a child that is bound and determined to run the show. She has the idea that she's the adult, and her father and I are just idiots. Of course I feel like this is my fault-where did I go wrong?

Sixth, I miss my dog. I hate that Norman had pain before I had to put him down. Maybe I should have helped him sooner. I miss his presence.

Seventh, why am I seen as the one who can be difficult? Megan's school has sent home a permission slip for a field trip, great sounds like fun, right? Wrong! They will only allow her to go if I sign away all liability protecting the district, teachers, employees, or other persons involved in the trip. What's to protect Megan?

Eighth, there's a report of people who are casing our neighborhood and breaking into homes. Need I say more on this topic?

I think I'm going to hide under the covers.....

I Was "That" Mom

One of my good friends went out of town to visit her mother who had just moved into a new home. She asked me to keep an eye on her children while she was away. She has a 17 yr old, 14 yr old, and a 12 yr old. No big....They are all really good kids, and amazingly self sufficient. Sounds like a breeze, huh? Well, you would have thought I was the one in charge of all managing the Waltons. I found myself driving the minivan like a mad woman on a mission. I never realized it could be so nimble.... I don't know where my brain went on vacation, but I hope it had a good time. Not only did I forget my haircut appt on Saturday, but I also forgot to take the youngest to speech class on Monday morning. What's better, I didn't realize I forgot the Mon appt till I was already running late, had the dog with me, no make up on, and my kid didn't have shoes on. Oh, and did I mention I left the directions to the facility at home too? There's something about having more than two children to keep up with that throws me in a tail spin. I had them for five days, and managed the swim practice, birthday parties, soccer practice and games, speech class, getting them ready for school, lunches, and homework. Needless to say, I was so glad when the Eagle finally landed :-).

On a completely different topic-have you heard about the two high school kids in Flower Mound? They ran across the football field last Fri night at the game, one dressed like a gorilla, the other a banana. Can you believe the school pressed charges, and made the kids spend the night in jail????? They then wanted to send them to the alternative school with all the thugs. What is up with you people? Have we gotten to a point where jokes are unacceptable? Get a grip!

Speaking of getting a grip....There's a 72 yr old man in Southlake who has been keying Hummers. He has been caught on tape, confessed and turned himself in. He now faces two yrs in prison. When asked why he did it, he said it was because of environmental reasons. Apparently they use 4x's the gas than other vehicles. Now, I'm a big environmentalist, but even I know that's going too far....He did make me feel better about myself though :-)........