I've been thinking...

I often think of things that I would really rather be then a nurse. Not that I don't love being a nurse, but I've tried other things but always go back because it is what I am. The thing I guess I would like to be is a realistic romance novel writer. I guess it would go like this: And as he gazed deep into her amber eyes he kissed her fiercely. He suddenly straightened as he heard the familiar sound of tiny feet running across the floor and cries of "Daddy why is the door shut" come from the other side of the locked bedroom door.
I guess I would probably never sell a book but it would be satisfying to write what really happens in most parents bedroom. This would also confirm my husband's belief that there is a hidden alarm that wakes up children when the mid line of the bed has been crossed and the first kiss has been started. They suddenly awaken with nightmares, the need to potty, or wake up ready to spend time with the parents and watch Saturday morning cartoons from mom and dads bed. But, really we wouldn't have it any other way! I guess we will have to see what I really wanna be next year!

Well, the kids are asleep...

My kids are finally down for a nap and I have tried to sleep but baby Lila has other plans. I really believe that child has a never ending party going on in there but her days of partying are numbered! We go Thursday to set a date for her big arrival. Jasmine is getting anxious and now will not leave my side for fear that Lila will fall out at any time. Which makes for an interesting time taking a shower or doing anything that requires a door shut. So now all showers are interrupted at least 4-5 times with her checking to make sure she doesn't miss Lila falling out. Boy is she going to be surprised at the hospital when she can't go across the hall for the doctor to cut baby Lila out (which is how her big sister is describing it to her). This should be interesting!!!!

Blessed most definitely

I guess that I have never been someone to become wrapped up in the holidays and become emotional during this time of the year because I am usually working a good part of the holiday season. This year is different and I guess it is because I have taken some time to stop and enjoy the simple things like just eating breakfast each morning with the my kids. I am blessed and getting to spend these holidays with family and my kids while they are out for school. I guess the third time is the charm, with baby Lila I'm learning to slow down.

pics long over due

jasmine with her best friend Landry



big girl Kirstin

Ruby Falls christmas

Looking at the walls,,,,,,

Well after a long week at work I am now on maternity leave after my husband left work early to meet me at my doctors appointment. Baby Lila Jennifer should be making her presence know in about 4 more weeks. We are all getting so excited about the arrival of a new bundle of joy. So now I am spending my time getting the house in order and looking at these walls everyday. The kids are very excited and I guess it couldn't have come at a better time since school is out and I can be with them more. I'm trying to be better and update some pics of the family on my site, I really do have pics i just haven;t figured out to import them on our new computer. Merry Christmas to all!

Birthday wisdom

This past week I celebrated my **st birthday and feel that I need to slow down a bit. I am not wonderwoman nor do I want to be any more? Anybody else feel that way other than me? I am realizing that I can not fix it all nor should I be worried about trying to. I heard a song the other day that sums up how we all live and it really made me do inventory. "Whenever you you call in the dead of night wherever you call please don't fight these hands that are holding you". I guess that is what I do I try go hard to go it alone I fight the hands that are holding me. Ever thought the radio station watches your life and plays just the right song or has just the right bible leason or sermon for what is going on with you? This year made me think of a lot. I'll leave you with wisdom from my toddlers that they share with me when I leave them for the day.
Before you leave home:
Always change your pullup
Take extra pullups in case of emergency
Pee pee real good so don't have to go on the way
Pack a chocolate snack
Pack a juice pouch
Give good kisses
Drive superfast and be fareful (careful for those without toddlers)
Don't get all daddys kisses
Eat all your food
Always bring us back a surprise because we have been really good without you!

And as a mother we think they don't listen to what we say! Have a good one and remember there is someone holding us and just let him do it!

Oh, the weather outside is... well snow

I could not believe it today when it snowed a good part of the day but it did. My kids were so excited but soon they were annoyed they could not get on the swing set at Nanny's house. I don't know about anybody else I am ready for Spring and the kids have spring fever. Every time we get in the van they think that we going on vacation to the beach. It makes me wish for the warm breezes that roll in off the ocean and my kids laughing and playing in the sand next to me. 11 weeks and counting until the clan exits the mountain for a week of sun and fun and we can't wait. Now we just have to work hard till then. If anyone likes yard sales we are having a blowout to fund the trip April 17,18th at the 4 way stop. Have fun till then.