I thought I posted this yesterday. I'm sorry.
Just a quick shout out to my little man! Happy Birthday Justin! Thank you for bringing such happiness to our lives!!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Friday, November 26, 2010
Black Friday is no time for Thanksgiving!
Every year, I bundle myself in a scarf and gloves, zip up my coat and trek out into the madness of Black Friday shopping, armed with an armful of ads and a cup of hot chocolate.
This year was going to be slightly different. I had to work, which means I had to be out of the stores by 6:00 am and I would shopping by myself, which I have never done. Even under those conditions, I was willing to face the madness.
I should have known by the start of my morning (it's funny to even call it morning since I was at Walmart by 12:15 am) that it wasn't going to be an ideal experience.
It started with the lack of parking. I had to park at a nearby store and the only spot available was right next to a snow bank which meant I couldn't open my driver's side door. I had to crawl over the middle console and exit out the passenger door. "It's all good" I thought to myself. "At least I don't have to wait outside in the cold."
With my hands in my pockets, I walked with determination to the store doors, plotting out my strategy for the deals I most wanted. That was when my boots found a patch of black ice and my knees came crashed to the ground. And before I could even retract my hands from their cozy pockets, my body lurched forward and into the ice my face went as the passersby continued on, not even offering a neighborly, "Are you okay?". It wasn't quite the awakening that I was looking for, but what can you do?
I knocked the dirt and ice off my face and pants and stood strong, ego and knees a bit bruised by otherwise still determined.
When I reached the store doors, there was not a shopping cart in sight and the lines where already wrapped around the store. Oh dear.
"That's okay. I'll be able to move throughout the aisle with more ease and I won't be able to splurge because I can only buy what I can carry." I told myself.
As I walked through the store with my arms filled with toys and pajamas, resembling poor little Gus Gus with his cheese pile, I was pushed and shoved and literally cattled to move by carts of INSANE people. At one point, someone actually took some of the pajamas right out of my pile that was IN MY HANDS!
My stride had lost it's confidence as I made my way to the back of the line. And I stood quietly and patiently, trying to maintain my composure as I continued to get shoved. I had finally had enough. I looked down at my measly pile of goodies and thought, "forget it. I'm outta here." So I set aside my pile and walked out the doors with nothing but a small tear in my eye.
I came home, kicked off my shoes and got back in bed, defeated. When my alarm went off, I wiped the eye make-up out from under my eyes and called it good.
This year was going to be slightly different. I had to work, which means I had to be out of the stores by 6:00 am and I would shopping by myself, which I have never done. Even under those conditions, I was willing to face the madness.
I should have known by the start of my morning (it's funny to even call it morning since I was at Walmart by 12:15 am) that it wasn't going to be an ideal experience.
It started with the lack of parking. I had to park at a nearby store and the only spot available was right next to a snow bank which meant I couldn't open my driver's side door. I had to crawl over the middle console and exit out the passenger door. "It's all good" I thought to myself. "At least I don't have to wait outside in the cold."
With my hands in my pockets, I walked with determination to the store doors, plotting out my strategy for the deals I most wanted. That was when my boots found a patch of black ice and my knees came crashed to the ground. And before I could even retract my hands from their cozy pockets, my body lurched forward and into the ice my face went as the passersby continued on, not even offering a neighborly, "Are you okay?". It wasn't quite the awakening that I was looking for, but what can you do?
I knocked the dirt and ice off my face and pants and stood strong, ego and knees a bit bruised by otherwise still determined.
When I reached the store doors, there was not a shopping cart in sight and the lines where already wrapped around the store. Oh dear.
"That's okay. I'll be able to move throughout the aisle with more ease and I won't be able to splurge because I can only buy what I can carry." I told myself.
As I walked through the store with my arms filled with toys and pajamas, resembling poor little Gus Gus with his cheese pile, I was pushed and shoved and literally cattled to move by carts of INSANE people. At one point, someone actually took some of the pajamas right out of my pile that was IN MY HANDS!
My stride had lost it's confidence as I made my way to the back of the line. And I stood quietly and patiently, trying to maintain my composure as I continued to get shoved. I had finally had enough. I looked down at my measly pile of goodies and thought, "forget it. I'm outta here." So I set aside my pile and walked out the doors with nothing but a small tear in my eye.
I came home, kicked off my shoes and got back in bed, defeated. When my alarm went off, I wiped the eye make-up out from under my eyes and called it good.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
The Lizard
So last night before the "big storm" I had to go to the store for our last minute Thanksgiving preperations for tonight. It's our Pre-Thanksgiving with my parents today! Yumm!
While we were driving I had the radio on and the newscasters kept talking about this "horrible blizard". And I urged the kids to cooperate with me at the store (which they did VERY well) so we could hurry and get home before the storm hit. Next thing I know Ciara says, "Mom! I'm so afraid of the lizard! Is the lizard here yet!?"
Poor thing!
While we were driving I had the radio on and the newscasters kept talking about this "horrible blizard". And I urged the kids to cooperate with me at the store (which they did VERY well) so we could hurry and get home before the storm hit. Next thing I know Ciara says, "Mom! I'm so afraid of the lizard! Is the lizard here yet!?"
Poor thing!
Furt
So I've been trying not to post too many Glee themed posts. But after last night's episode I just can't help myself!
Last night was one of the best episodes to date! When there was word of "the worst storm in ten years with possible black outs", I panicked! No! Not on Glee night!
But thankful (just one more thing to add to my list of things I'm thankful for!), the power stayed on all night and I was able to get my Glee on!
Last night's storyline revolved around the marriage of Kurt's dad and Finn's mom (hence the episode title - Furt). And the episode tied in the bullying storylines very nicely! I was glad to see the gang team up to protect Kurt. And Finn's "Just The Way You Are" made me cry!
The wedding was one of the best I've seen on TV! I loved the kids "gleeing" down the aisle to "Marry You"! And I laughed so hard as the happy couple "gleed" along with them! And the vows were very touching!
And believe it or not, I'm actually going to miss Sue as principal! She was great! She was caring and supportive all while still being Sue! Amazing writing!!
Another excellent episode! Thank you Glee!
Last night was one of the best episodes to date! When there was word of "the worst storm in ten years with possible black outs", I panicked! No! Not on Glee night!
But thankful (just one more thing to add to my list of things I'm thankful for!), the power stayed on all night and I was able to get my Glee on!
Last night's storyline revolved around the marriage of Kurt's dad and Finn's mom (hence the episode title - Furt). And the episode tied in the bullying storylines very nicely! I was glad to see the gang team up to protect Kurt. And Finn's "Just The Way You Are" made me cry!
The wedding was one of the best I've seen on TV! I loved the kids "gleeing" down the aisle to "Marry You"! And I laughed so hard as the happy couple "gleed" along with them! And the vows were very touching!
And believe it or not, I'm actually going to miss Sue as principal! She was great! She was caring and supportive all while still being Sue! Amazing writing!!
Another excellent episode! Thank you Glee!
Monday, November 22, 2010
Horse Poo
Saturday, Misty came over with a trailer of horse manure for our gardens. The kids were about confused on why she would bring us poo.
Katie asks, "What kind of poo did Misty bring?"
I answered, "Horse poop."
She gets this funny little look on her face as her eye brows furrow with confusion. "What do you do with horse poop?"
And my sweet little Justin chimes in without skipping a beat to answer her, "You throw it at the neighbors."
I just busted out laughing! He said it so innocently, like it was a matter of fact.
Katie asks, "What kind of poo did Misty bring?"
I answered, "Horse poop."
She gets this funny little look on her face as her eye brows furrow with confusion. "What do you do with horse poop?"
And my sweet little Justin chimes in without skipping a beat to answer her, "You throw it at the neighbors."
I just busted out laughing! He said it so innocently, like it was a matter of fact.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Classic Skating
One of Katie's friends, Malachi, has been inviting her to go skating with him almost every week since they met in 1st grade. I am still a very protective parent and I don't want to just allow her to go without me knowing the parents. So I've become friends with his mom, Natalie. She's really nice and we have a lot in common. She started inviting all of us to go skating with them for about a year now. Not only is her son in Katie's class but her daughter is in Justin's class. So the kids are all friends.
So what's the problem? They go on Tuesdays. As most of you know, I don't like to do anything during the week. AND Tuesday is GLEE NIGHT! Hello!!
So when I finally admitted this to her, she laughed and offered to take the kids so I could have a kid-free Glee night. Although I know her better now, I'm still just not comfortable with them going without me. But this week Glee was not on and the kids have been BEGGING to go. So I agreed...under one condition. They had to let me put their hair in pony tails. I didn't want the girl's hair in their face the whole night.
Justin immediately said, "But my hair's not long enough."
I just couldn't help myself. I started to play with him. "Of course it is. EVERYONE has to wear pony tails in order to get into the skate rink. Even the boys."
His little sweet eyes pondered that statement for a few seconds. "So if I don't wear a pony tail, I can't go?"
"That's right." I know...I'm so mean.
"And ALL the boys wear them?"
"Yes - or they aren't allowed in. Do you want to go or not?"
So he agreed! I was shocked. I didn't expect him to fall for this joke. So I HAD to keep playing. He stood there like a good little boy and let me put the tiniest little pony tail on the top of his hair. It was the funniest thing I had ever seen! I just busted out laughing! That's when the tears started to roll, but he still was willing to wear it in order to go skating.
I didn't let him cry for very long. Just long enough for me to get a pic and then I told him the truth. That Mommy was just teasing and I'm sorry I made him sad. I removed the pony tail and kissed his sweet little face. I still feel bad, but I also still think it's funny that he LET me put that pony tail in his hair.
We grabbed the kids scooters and joined our friends. I hadn't been skating since I was a teenager. And I've never been rollerblading. I tried it once, but I just couldn't get it. So I was glad to see that most adults were actually on good ol fashioned roller skates! Woohoo! AND I'm happy to report that I did not fall! That doesn't mean I didn't do the balance wave with my arms flinging in the air, but I was always able to catch my balance.
The kids had a GREAT time! And surprisingly, so did I. We stayed til close, which is only 9:00 but that's pretty late for us to be out on a school night. The kids are already begging to go again.
So what's the problem? They go on Tuesdays. As most of you know, I don't like to do anything during the week. AND Tuesday is GLEE NIGHT! Hello!!
So when I finally admitted this to her, she laughed and offered to take the kids so I could have a kid-free Glee night. Although I know her better now, I'm still just not comfortable with them going without me. But this week Glee was not on and the kids have been BEGGING to go. So I agreed...under one condition. They had to let me put their hair in pony tails. I didn't want the girl's hair in their face the whole night.
Justin immediately said, "But my hair's not long enough."
I just couldn't help myself. I started to play with him. "Of course it is. EVERYONE has to wear pony tails in order to get into the skate rink. Even the boys."
His little sweet eyes pondered that statement for a few seconds. "So if I don't wear a pony tail, I can't go?"
"That's right." I know...I'm so mean.
"And ALL the boys wear them?"
"Yes - or they aren't allowed in. Do you want to go or not?"
So he agreed! I was shocked. I didn't expect him to fall for this joke. So I HAD to keep playing. He stood there like a good little boy and let me put the tiniest little pony tail on the top of his hair. It was the funniest thing I had ever seen! I just busted out laughing! That's when the tears started to roll, but he still was willing to wear it in order to go skating.
We grabbed the kids scooters and joined our friends. I hadn't been skating since I was a teenager. And I've never been rollerblading. I tried it once, but I just couldn't get it. So I was glad to see that most adults were actually on good ol fashioned roller skates! Woohoo! AND I'm happy to report that I did not fall! That doesn't mean I didn't do the balance wave with my arms flinging in the air, but I was always able to catch my balance.
The kids had a GREAT time! And surprisingly, so did I. We stayed til close, which is only 9:00 but that's pretty late for us to be out on a school night. The kids are already begging to go again.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Family Movie Night
Last night was Family Movie Night at the school. They didn't do any parties or parades during the day, but they invited the kids to dress up in costume for a Halloween Family Movie Night.
My kids were so excited!
It took us almost 2 hours to get ready! Don't ask me why! I only did make up and hair for the girls and I kept it pretty simple but somewhere between the ironing of the costumes and getting out the door - I was glad I planned early.
When the kids were all done up, I asked them to stand by the wall and smile so I could send a picture to their daddy. This is what I got!
My kids were so excited!
It took us almost 2 hours to get ready! Don't ask me why! I only did make up and hair for the girls and I kept it pretty simple but somewhere between the ironing of the costumes and getting out the door - I was glad I planned early.
When the kids were all done up, I asked them to stand by the wall and smile so I could send a picture to their daddy. This is what I got!
I think they planned that! What do you think? LOL
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Rocky Horror
Over many years I have heard many RHPS stories! I remember watching the show when I was a teenager and thinking everybody was INSANE! I'm not sure if I even got through the whole thing. I just don't think I "got it".
With buying and LOVING the Glee CD and really enjoying the tribute episode, I thought I should give it another shot. So I rented it from the library yesterday, sent the kids downstairs (for those that were worried) with their library movie and sat down to give RHPS another shot.
This time around, I found the humor in it. And I realized it is just one big spoof. LOL I don't think I understood that the first time around. Sometimes it takes me a while. LOL
I don't think it will be added to my movie collection (yet), but I was at least able to enjoy it. Tim Curry is just awesome! What a crack up! And BTW - The Glee versions of the songs - much better! Please don't through hot dogs at me!
What I got the biggest kick out of though was the special features on the DVD. You can actually watch the movie with participation prompters! HAHA! A little pop-up type subtitle appears in the corner: "Throw rice now", "Don your party hat", "Throw your toast". Too funny!!
ALSO - you can watch the movie along with a live audio taping of one of the midnight showings. This was a little more frustrating than enjoyable. There are so many chants and such that it's nearly impossible to hear the actual movie and I couldn't understand MOST of what the audience was saying. But boy howdy! They could sure cuss!
All I gotta say is WOW! You guys were crazy! NOW I understand why Nana felt it was appropriate to do the Ninja Rap in the middle of the theater! I miss you Nana! I love you mucho mucho! XXoxoxOXOOXOXOxooxoxOXXxoxoxOXoXooXoOXoOXoOXOXox
With buying and LOVING the Glee CD and really enjoying the tribute episode, I thought I should give it another shot. So I rented it from the library yesterday, sent the kids downstairs (for those that were worried) with their library movie and sat down to give RHPS another shot.
This time around, I found the humor in it. And I realized it is just one big spoof. LOL I don't think I understood that the first time around. Sometimes it takes me a while. LOL
I don't think it will be added to my movie collection (yet), but I was at least able to enjoy it. Tim Curry is just awesome! What a crack up! And BTW - The Glee versions of the songs - much better! Please don't through hot dogs at me!
What I got the biggest kick out of though was the special features on the DVD. You can actually watch the movie with participation prompters! HAHA! A little pop-up type subtitle appears in the corner: "Throw rice now", "Don your party hat", "Throw your toast". Too funny!!
ALSO - you can watch the movie along with a live audio taping of one of the midnight showings. This was a little more frustrating than enjoyable. There are so many chants and such that it's nearly impossible to hear the actual movie and I couldn't understand MOST of what the audience was saying. But boy howdy! They could sure cuss!
All I gotta say is WOW! You guys were crazy! NOW I understand why Nana felt it was appropriate to do the Ninja Rap in the middle of the theater! I miss you Nana! I love you mucho mucho! XXoxoxOXOOXOXOxooxoxOXXxoxoxOXoXooXoOXoOXoOXOXox
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
More Happy Glee Day
As if my Gleek jokes weren't enough to celebrate my new favorite day of the week..here is some extra special news!!
A GLEE CHRISTMAS CD!!
Can I get a Woot Woot??!!
The CD is scheduled to be released on 11/16! I can hardly wait! A Christmas themed episode is scheduled for 12/07 named Yuletide, however it has not been confirmed if all the songs on the album will be from the episode!
A GLEE CHRISTMAS CD!!
Can I get a Woot Woot??!!
The CD is scheduled to be released on 11/16! I can hardly wait! A Christmas themed episode is scheduled for 12/07 named Yuletide, however it has not been confirmed if all the songs on the album will be from the episode!
- We Need A Little Christmas (Jenna Ushkowitz, Amber Riley, Chris Colfer)
- Deck The Rooftop (Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Naya Rivera, Kevin McHale, Heather Morris, and Jenna Ushkowitz)
- Merry Christmas Darling (Lea Michele)
- Baby, It’s Cold Outside (Chris Colfer and Darren Criss)
- The Most Wonderful Day Of The Year (Chord Overstreet, Mark Salling, Kevin McHale, Lea Michele, Chris Colfer, Jenna Ushkowitz, and Heather Morris)
- Last Christmas (Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Amber Riley, Kevin McHale, Mark Salling, Jenna Ushkowitz, and Chris Colfer)
- God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (Lea Michele, Amber Riley, Naya Rivera, and Jenna Ushkowitz)
- O Christmas Tree (Matthew Morrison)
- Jingle Bells (Cory Monteith, Mark Salling, and Kevin McHale)
- You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch (k.d. lang and Morrison)
- Angels We Have Heard On High (Amber Riley)
- O Holy Night (Lea Michele)
You Might Be A Gleek...
Happy Glee day! Don't forget to tune in tonight for The Rocky Horror Glee Show! Woot Woot!!
So I was bored the other day and I needed something to cheer me up so I sat down and started writing "You Might Be A Gleek" jokes. A few of them are actually funny!!
You might be a gleek if you are considering switching satellite providers because your current provider doesn't subscribe to Sue's Corner.
You might be a gleek if you eagerly set up your next dentist appointment in hopes that you too can have a Britney daydream sequence.
You might be a gleek if you have signed up for Asian Summer Camp and you are not Asian.
You might be a gleek if you have searched Amazon to see if you could buy an Acefellas CD.
You might be a gleek if you now prefer to karaoke Proud Mary while sitting in a wheel chair.
You might be a gleek if you think that Clariton D is a vitamin.
You might be a gleek if you are disappointed every Sunday when Single Ladies does not play over the sound system when watching the kicker prepare for his field goal.
And of course, You might be a gleek if you are actually writing "You Might Be A Gleek" jokes.
HaHa - More to come. If I ever open my Glee blog, I'll have to include these!
So I was bored the other day and I needed something to cheer me up so I sat down and started writing "You Might Be A Gleek" jokes. A few of them are actually funny!!
You might be a gleek if you are considering switching satellite providers because your current provider doesn't subscribe to Sue's Corner.
You might be a gleek if you eagerly set up your next dentist appointment in hopes that you too can have a Britney daydream sequence.
You might be a gleek if you have signed up for Asian Summer Camp and you are not Asian.
You might be a gleek if you have searched Amazon to see if you could buy an Acefellas CD.
You might be a gleek if you now prefer to karaoke Proud Mary while sitting in a wheel chair.
You might be a gleek if you think that Clariton D is a vitamin.
You might be a gleek if you are disappointed every Sunday when Single Ladies does not play over the sound system when watching the kicker prepare for his field goal.
And of course, You might be a gleek if you are actually writing "You Might Be A Gleek" jokes.
HaHa - More to come. If I ever open my Glee blog, I'll have to include these!
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