He's been in Japan long enough...
Day 9 and I've had enough.
In truth, things are going very well, it's just today thats been a bit crazy. Liz has decided that she doesn't need to listen...blatantly ignores me and gives me major attitude. Isn't that supposed to start when she's 13??? Of course, she's also moody as all get out and that's not supposed to start for another 11 years either.
Hunter is getting somewhat better - after his meltdown a couple of days ago. You know, I watch the nanny shows and say a prayer of thanksgiving that my kids aren't like that. Wednesday night...my kid was like that. He hit, pulled hair, scratched and kicked....ME. He was pissed and letting me know it. We had quite the time that night. I also watch those nanny shows and blame the parents....ok, so what does that say about me? OUCH - that was a punch in the face!
Tanner is Tanner - a baby that needs 24/7, but he's doing very well. Starting to sleep longer at night too, so that's a big plus!
Ok, done venting....
Saturday, August 27, 2005
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
They've got me....and they know it!
Ya know, I was always going to be one of those moms that had it all together. Perfect house, perfectly behaved kids....you know...the ideal life. Then I got married and realized that life CAN be ideal, as soon as you realize that "ideal" doesn't mean "perfect". It's ideal for me b/c I love my husband and kids and they are all I need. OK, sidetracking over...see what's happened to me??? LOL
Anyway - back to having perfectly behaved kids...whatever. Don't get me wrong, my kids are wonderful. Knowing many "high maintenance" children and watching the nanny shows with the out-of-control...parents...er kids...(no, parents works there too), I know that I've really got good kids. They listen, relatively well. They are very polite and respectful. But why is it "Mom" that they test???
They've figured out that I will give in if they just keep going. Absolutely MY FAULT! WHY do I do this?? Usually b/c it's easier, or I'm busy with T, or....there's a multitude of excuses that I've tried to use to justify it to myself. AGH!!! I know that I'm doing them a disservice, I sometimes am just too tired or ??? to stop.
I've tried to do better with H's tantrums - and, in fact, they are getting fewer - and less...what's the word...aggressive (maybe). L is learning from him to just keep pushing Mom and see what happens (she knows that its usually nothing).
Well, I'm gonna put extra effort into being consistent. My kids need this. I want them to learn the easy way - not the hard way (like I apparently am :) ).
So, since I'm really working hard on this now, T will be an angel, right. ROFLMBO...I can dream!
Notice that I LOVE "....." - great way to 'run-on' a sentence!!!
Done rambling....only 11 more days until J gets an earful of this stuff! LOL
Anyway - back to having perfectly behaved kids...whatever. Don't get me wrong, my kids are wonderful. Knowing many "high maintenance" children and watching the nanny shows with the out-of-control...parents...er kids...(no, parents works there too), I know that I've really got good kids. They listen, relatively well. They are very polite and respectful. But why is it "Mom" that they test???
They've figured out that I will give in if they just keep going. Absolutely MY FAULT! WHY do I do this?? Usually b/c it's easier, or I'm busy with T, or....there's a multitude of excuses that I've tried to use to justify it to myself. AGH!!! I know that I'm doing them a disservice, I sometimes am just too tired or ??? to stop.
I've tried to do better with H's tantrums - and, in fact, they are getting fewer - and less...what's the word...aggressive (maybe). L is learning from him to just keep pushing Mom and see what happens (she knows that its usually nothing).
Well, I'm gonna put extra effort into being consistent. My kids need this. I want them to learn the easy way - not the hard way (like I apparently am :) ).
So, since I'm really working hard on this now, T will be an angel, right. ROFLMBO...I can dream!
Notice that I LOVE "....." - great way to 'run-on' a sentence!!!
Done rambling....only 11 more days until J gets an earful of this stuff! LOL
Monday, August 22, 2005
More Japan experiences
Got a call from Jeremy this afternoon. It was 5:00 a.m. his time. He couldn't sleep - and since we missed his call yesterday, he called again.
He had a good first day of training.......that just makes me laugh. He's training on the 2200-F (I believe) and he was actually one of OR even the first one(s) to install it - months ago at MSU. So, this is all review him. One more thing that makes me pretty sure that this trip is just a "thanks for all your hardwork" thing....which is great! They took the trainees out to lunch to an Italian restaurant. I'm finding out that their Italian is not like our Italian! LOL. He said that they started with this "loaf" of tofu, mushrooms and trout (which was in the center of the loaf, uncooked). He said he about got sick. Jeremy has probably never had tofu, hates mushrooms and found out he's not too fond of raw fish. LMBO! The entree' was noodles and red sauce with salmon (uncooked, of course!). He, being the respectful person that he is, at it all gone like a good boy! LOL. EWWWW....
He may be going on a tour this weekend to Mt. Fuji...I can't wait to hear about that!
He's still suffering from jetlag...poor baby!!!
Til the next phone call!
He had a good first day of training.......that just makes me laugh. He's training on the 2200-F (I believe) and he was actually one of OR even the first one(s) to install it - months ago at MSU. So, this is all review him. One more thing that makes me pretty sure that this trip is just a "thanks for all your hardwork" thing....which is great! They took the trainees out to lunch to an Italian restaurant. I'm finding out that their Italian is not like our Italian! LOL. He said that they started with this "loaf" of tofu, mushrooms and trout (which was in the center of the loaf, uncooked). He said he about got sick. Jeremy has probably never had tofu, hates mushrooms and found out he's not too fond of raw fish. LMBO! The entree' was noodles and red sauce with salmon (uncooked, of course!). He, being the respectful person that he is, at it all gone like a good boy! LOL. EWWWW....
He may be going on a tour this weekend to Mt. Fuji...I can't wait to hear about that!
He's still suffering from jetlag...poor baby!!!
Til the next phone call!
Finally: 50 things about my daughter
1. Her name is Elizabeth Jeanette
2. She is named for her grandma (Jeanette).
3. She is two years old.
4. She talks very plainly and nonstop.
5. She is potty training herself.
6. She has beautiful blonde curly hair.
7. She has gorgeous blue eyes and long curly lashes.
8. She adores her dad.
9. She adores her brother, Hunter, even more.
10. She will be lost when he goes to school.
11. She's a little jealous of Tanner.
12. She's pretty tall for her age.
13. She's my "whiner".
14. In direct contrast to her brother, she LOVES cheese.
15. She'll pretty much eat anything.
16. She loves salad - well, actually salad dressing...LOL (Ranch)
17. She loves Blues Clues
19. She loves to sing: You Are My Sunshine and Jesus Loves Me are her faves.
20. She carries on conversations with herself...already!
21. She used to say that she was a "3-year old boy named Hunter".
22. She had a paci until she was 20 months.
23. She's a very messy eater.
24. Her favorite daddy is 'mom'.
25. She likes sweets - but not alot at one time...
26. She dresses herself everyday - and has some interesting choices.
27. She can put on her own shoes - and has been doing that for some time now.
28. She's going to go to pre-school next year (two 1/2 days a week).
29. She loves books.
30. She loves Tanner's toys and thinks she should be able to play in them (swing, bouncy, walker).
31. She looks just like I did when I was her age.
32. She's very sweet.
33. She loves to hold Tanner....for about 2 seconds, and then "I'm done!".
34. She's got a beautiful smile.
35. I love her with every part of me.
Ok, I've been at this for about 4 days off and on and came up with 35. She is only 2 years old, so I'll add more as she gets older...
These last 15 are from Dad!!!
36. She is very smart.
37. She loves dolls (but insists on taking all their clothes off).
38. She sleeps with a baby (stuffed animal) every night.
39. She says “I want some money,” when she hears change in daddy’s pockets.
40. She gets very grumpy without a nap.
41. She has to tell mom everything.
42. She will fall asleep in the car if the tip is over 20 minutes.
43. She has known her ABC’s since she was 17 months old.
44. She does not like class or children’s church.
45. She has already learned she can get whatever she wants from dad.
46. She in not a big fan of bath time.
47. She loves to run around the house naked.
48. She likes to wear her brother’s underwear.
49. She needs a hug and kiss before bed every night (and so do I).
50. She is my most favorite little girl in the whole world.
2. She is named for her grandma (Jeanette).
3. She is two years old.
4. She talks very plainly and nonstop.
5. She is potty training herself.
6. She has beautiful blonde curly hair.
7. She has gorgeous blue eyes and long curly lashes.
8. She adores her dad.
9. She adores her brother, Hunter, even more.
10. She will be lost when he goes to school.
11. She's a little jealous of Tanner.
12. She's pretty tall for her age.
13. She's my "whiner".
14. In direct contrast to her brother, she LOVES cheese.
15. She'll pretty much eat anything.
16. She loves salad - well, actually salad dressing...LOL (Ranch)
17. She loves Blues Clues
19. She loves to sing: You Are My Sunshine and Jesus Loves Me are her faves.
20. She carries on conversations with herself...already!
21. She used to say that she was a "3-year old boy named Hunter".
22. She had a paci until she was 20 months.
23. She's a very messy eater.
24. Her favorite daddy is 'mom'.
25. She likes sweets - but not alot at one time...
26. She dresses herself everyday - and has some interesting choices.
27. She can put on her own shoes - and has been doing that for some time now.
28. She's going to go to pre-school next year (two 1/2 days a week).
29. She loves books.
30. She loves Tanner's toys and thinks she should be able to play in them (swing, bouncy, walker).
31. She looks just like I did when I was her age.
32. She's very sweet.
33. She loves to hold Tanner....for about 2 seconds, and then "I'm done!".
34. She's got a beautiful smile.
35. I love her with every part of me.
Ok, I've been at this for about 4 days off and on and came up with 35. She is only 2 years old, so I'll add more as she gets older...
These last 15 are from Dad!!!
36. She is very smart.
37. She loves dolls (but insists on taking all their clothes off).
38. She sleeps with a baby (stuffed animal) every night.
39. She says “I want some money,” when she hears change in daddy’s pockets.
40. She gets very grumpy without a nap.
41. She has to tell mom everything.
42. She will fall asleep in the car if the tip is over 20 minutes.
43. She has known her ABC’s since she was 17 months old.
44. She does not like class or children’s church.
45. She has already learned she can get whatever she wants from dad.
46. She in not a big fan of bath time.
47. She loves to run around the house naked.
48. She likes to wear her brother’s underwear.
49. She needs a hug and kiss before bed every night (and so do I).
50. She is my most favorite little girl in the whole world.
Sunday, August 21, 2005
News from Japan
So, Jeremy called this morning at 3:15 a.m. I had just gotten up with Tanner (who just wouldn't settle down and go back to sleep). So, as I'm headed in the living room the phone rings. I guess Tanner just wanted to talk to Dad.
It was 4:15p.m. for Jeremy - he had just gotten back to his hotel from spending the day out and about with the guy from St. Louis. He purchased some souvenirs for me and Hunter (well, Hunter's gift is also for Jeremy), he still has to find something for Liz. He got me a scarf and a bookmark. The scarf sounds so pretty, I can't wait to see it!
He's having a good time. They went to "elecronic city" (I think is what he called it). Just blocks and blocks of electronic stores (so, Amy B...this is why you had that mental picture! LOL). He ate breakfast at a Denny's type place - just the usual eggs/bacon/toast type place - but one thing that is different - everything comes with a salad. He must not have known this b/c he told me it had Italian dressing - so not what he would have ordered. The guy that is from St. Louis told him that he's only eating at McDonalds - so Jeremy was a bit disappointed. I told him to just go eat on his own.
Well that's all for now. I'm glad that he's having a great time. And I can't wait until he calls again.
It was 4:15p.m. for Jeremy - he had just gotten back to his hotel from spending the day out and about with the guy from St. Louis. He purchased some souvenirs for me and Hunter (well, Hunter's gift is also for Jeremy), he still has to find something for Liz. He got me a scarf and a bookmark. The scarf sounds so pretty, I can't wait to see it!
He's having a good time. They went to "elecronic city" (I think is what he called it). Just blocks and blocks of electronic stores (so, Amy B...this is why you had that mental picture! LOL). He ate breakfast at a Denny's type place - just the usual eggs/bacon/toast type place - but one thing that is different - everything comes with a salad. He must not have known this b/c he told me it had Italian dressing - so not what he would have ordered. The guy that is from St. Louis told him that he's only eating at McDonalds - so Jeremy was a bit disappointed. I told him to just go eat on his own.
Well that's all for now. I'm glad that he's having a great time. And I can't wait until he calls again.
Saturday, August 20, 2005
50 things about my son...
I saw someone else's blog with a list like this and thought it was a great idea! I'll have to make Lizzie's list next.
1. His name is Hunter Harrelson.
2. Harrelson is a very special family name.
3. He is 4 years old.
4. He has one sister and one brother.
5. He absolutely adores both of them.
6. He's an excellent brother.
7. He starts pre-school in September.
8. He sang his first special at church when he was 3 (All My Praise - Selah).
9. He loves going to Sabbath school.
10. He's very social.
11. He's been talking - VERY WELL - since he was about 20 months.
12. He LOVES his daddy.
13. He hates cheese.
14. He's blonde and blue eyed.
15. He looks just like my side of the family.
16. He FINALLY potty trained at 3.5 years.
17. He LOVES dinosaurs.
18. He loves playing in the water.
19. He loves to swing - high.
20. He tells me, "Mom, I love you.", all the time.
21. He's very polite.
22. He loves watermelon.
23. He has fillings already. (dental)
24. He wears his hair "buzzed" (just like daddy).
25. He loves to wrestle with dad.
26. He likes Sir Mixalot (b/c of Shrek and Scooby Doo2).
27. He doesn't like getting his hands dirty.
28. He likes to look at bugs, but not touch.
29. He LOVES Animal Planet.
30. He's very observant.
31. He loves fishing with his dad.
32. He loves McDonalds - nuggets and fries only.
33. He has an infectious laugh.
34. He's got a major sweet tooth.
35. He was not "planned out", but unprevented...
36. He was 3 days late.
37. He weighed 9 lbs, 5 oz.
38. He takes a water cup to bed.
39. He's only had one ear infection.
40. He had RSV at 5 months.
41. He had a milk allergy until just past 1 year.
42. He had a paci until he turned two.
43. He just became brave enough to climb trees.
44. He makes friends everywhere he goes.
45. His hair gets curly when it grows out.
46. He's very protective of his sister.
47. He's just started throwing major tantrums.
48. He knows that I'm the "easy" parent. (watch it, Amy & April!!LOL)
49. He's absolutely amazing.
50. I love him with every part of me.
1. His name is Hunter Harrelson.
2. Harrelson is a very special family name.
3. He is 4 years old.
4. He has one sister and one brother.
5. He absolutely adores both of them.
6. He's an excellent brother.
7. He starts pre-school in September.
8. He sang his first special at church when he was 3 (All My Praise - Selah).
9. He loves going to Sabbath school.
10. He's very social.
11. He's been talking - VERY WELL - since he was about 20 months.
12. He LOVES his daddy.
13. He hates cheese.
14. He's blonde and blue eyed.
15. He looks just like my side of the family.
16. He FINALLY potty trained at 3.5 years.
17. He LOVES dinosaurs.
18. He loves playing in the water.
19. He loves to swing - high.
20. He tells me, "Mom, I love you.", all the time.
21. He's very polite.
22. He loves watermelon.
23. He has fillings already. (dental)
24. He wears his hair "buzzed" (just like daddy).
25. He loves to wrestle with dad.
26. He likes Sir Mixalot (b/c of Shrek and Scooby Doo2).
27. He doesn't like getting his hands dirty.
28. He likes to look at bugs, but not touch.
29. He LOVES Animal Planet.
30. He's very observant.
31. He loves fishing with his dad.
32. He loves McDonalds - nuggets and fries only.
33. He has an infectious laugh.
34. He's got a major sweet tooth.
35. He was not "planned out", but unprevented...
36. He was 3 days late.
37. He weighed 9 lbs, 5 oz.
38. He takes a water cup to bed.
39. He's only had one ear infection.
40. He had RSV at 5 months.
41. He had a milk allergy until just past 1 year.
42. He had a paci until he turned two.
43. He just became brave enough to climb trees.
44. He makes friends everywhere he goes.
45. His hair gets curly when it grows out.
46. He's very protective of his sister.
47. He's just started throwing major tantrums.
48. He knows that I'm the "easy" parent. (watch it, Amy & April!!LOL)
49. He's absolutely amazing.
50. I love him with every part of me.
Friday, August 19, 2005
So unmotivated...
There are pros & cons to dh being gone. Pros: I don't have to cook "real" meals. And I can choose my own routine...this is also a con. Since he won't be home for a while - I don't have to worry about the house. I usually try to have it at least straightened (if I don't have it totally cleaned), but since he's gone...it's so hard for me to care!! I need motivation!!
So I sit here, checking my email, checking my blog, yada yada yada....I could be doing so much...
Way more cons than pros....I miss him so much already!
So I sit here, checking my email, checking my blog, yada yada yada....I could be doing so much...
Way more cons than pros....I miss him so much already!
My 100 Things...
Adding my list of 100 things about me. These were so hard to come up with, but after I finally posted them to my group, I kept thinking of more I could have added!
I was born Amy Elizabeth
I was born in Claremore, OK
I lived in Conroe, TX until I was 8.
Then I lived in Claremore, OK until I was 19.
I married when I was 19.
I lived in KS for 5 years
I’ve lived in MI for 3.5 years.
I was married in 1996.
I looked like a little Indian baby when I was born – very black hair, very dark skinned.
I am very fair skinned and STILL **naturally** blonde!
I was home-schooled for three years.
When I went into public school (6th grade), I didn’t know my times tables.
I sang in my school talent show – and won.
I stunk at basketball.
I played clarinet in band until 9th grade.
I was a “goody two shoes” in jr. high and high school.
I’m still a “goody two shoes”.
Therefore, I’m a pretty boring person! J
I sang at my high school graduation
I studied sign language for 7 years.
I’ve forgotten a lot of it! L
I was the president of my church youth group for several years.
I won most spirited camper at youth camp.
I was asked to sign in front of the mayor of Claremore.
I met my husband at church conference.
After initial attraction, I couldn’t stand my (now) husband for two years.
After meeting again (those two years later), we were inseparable.
We got engaged 4 months after we started dating.
I almost hyperventilated on my wedding day.
My first real date was with my husband.
We didn’t consummate our marriage on our wedding night.
I’ve worked in a day care.
I’ve worked as a receptionist.
I’ve worked as a marketing assistant.
I only went to one year of college.
I am a SAHM.
I have three children.
My husband is my best friend.
I’m totally in love with my children.
I praise my kids all the time.
I believe in spanking.
I’ve learned that my kids aren’t going to be perfect like I planned!
I’ve also learned that that is OK!
Other than having my children, I’ve never been in the hospital.
I wear glasses.
I can’t see a darn thing without my glasses.
I have terrible teeth.
I drive a minivan
I have a bad back
I have TMJ. (jaw problems)
I didn’t have even a taste of alcohol until after I was married.
I didn’t get my ears pierced until I was 21.
I still very rarely wear earrings.
I love Mexican food.
I hate meringue.
I’m not a good housekeeper (just ask my husband!)
I don’t enjoy cooking.
I’m not a pet person.
I have bottle-fed calves.
I hate needles and am 7 years overdue for a tetanus booster.
I love action flicks.
I LOVED chick flicks until I got married. Now, they’re just ok.
I’m a good listener.
I LOVE the Phantom of the Opera (production and recent movie).
I think I could act a little if ever given the opportunity.
The car I learned to drive was a Ford LTD – big yellow boat.
Was an accessory to a forest fire when I was around 7.
I watch soaps.
I can swim, only to save my life…I’m no fish!
I’m living proof that *nearly A*’s can sag. LOL
I’m my daughter’s favorite “daddy”.
I love to read.
I love to buy books off Ebay.
I love pecan pie.
I am starting to look just like my mother.
I never knew my paternal grandfather.
I shared a room with my three brothers for most of my childhood.
Except for one time when I was about 4-5 and until I married, I always lived in trailer homes.
After almost 9 years of marriage, I still don’t own my own home.
After almost 9 years of marriage, I’ve NEVER ONCE been mad enough at my husband to even consider leaving him.
Divorce will NEVER be an option for me.
I refuse to let my kids CIO (cry it out).
I always rock my babies to sleep.
I believe in co-sleeping and would love to just have a family bed. (I’d def. get more sleep that way!)
My favorite TV show is Law & Order SVU
Never had a speeding ticket.
My dream family vacation would a Disney cruise.
I used to want to be Laura Ingalls Wilder.
I love clouds.
I would love to learn to line dance. (shh)
I love anything to do with lighthouses.
I have tons of Inspirational Romance books.
I knocked my toe nail off while riding a bike when I was 7.
I can’t smell – unless very very strong odor – and then can’t tell if it’s a good or bad smell.
I hate for my toes to be pulled.
I crack my knuckles all the time.
I hate spending money.
I want to lose weight, but am totally unmotivated.
I just want my kids to be happy.
When my kids are sick, I give them anything they want.
I was born Amy Elizabeth
I was born in Claremore, OK
I lived in Conroe, TX until I was 8.
Then I lived in Claremore, OK until I was 19.
I married when I was 19.
I lived in KS for 5 years
I’ve lived in MI for 3.5 years.
I was married in 1996.
I looked like a little Indian baby when I was born – very black hair, very dark skinned.
I am very fair skinned and STILL **naturally** blonde!
I was home-schooled for three years.
When I went into public school (6th grade), I didn’t know my times tables.
I sang in my school talent show – and won.
I stunk at basketball.
I played clarinet in band until 9th grade.
I was a “goody two shoes” in jr. high and high school.
I’m still a “goody two shoes”.
Therefore, I’m a pretty boring person! J
I sang at my high school graduation
I studied sign language for 7 years.
I’ve forgotten a lot of it! L
I was the president of my church youth group for several years.
I won most spirited camper at youth camp.
I was asked to sign in front of the mayor of Claremore.
I met my husband at church conference.
After initial attraction, I couldn’t stand my (now) husband for two years.
After meeting again (those two years later), we were inseparable.
We got engaged 4 months after we started dating.
I almost hyperventilated on my wedding day.
My first real date was with my husband.
We didn’t consummate our marriage on our wedding night.
I’ve worked in a day care.
I’ve worked as a receptionist.
I’ve worked as a marketing assistant.
I only went to one year of college.
I am a SAHM.
I have three children.
My husband is my best friend.
I’m totally in love with my children.
I praise my kids all the time.
I believe in spanking.
I’ve learned that my kids aren’t going to be perfect like I planned!
I’ve also learned that that is OK!
Other than having my children, I’ve never been in the hospital.
I wear glasses.
I can’t see a darn thing without my glasses.
I have terrible teeth.
I drive a minivan
I have a bad back
I have TMJ. (jaw problems)
I didn’t have even a taste of alcohol until after I was married.
I didn’t get my ears pierced until I was 21.
I still very rarely wear earrings.
I love Mexican food.
I hate meringue.
I’m not a good housekeeper (just ask my husband!)
I don’t enjoy cooking.
I’m not a pet person.
I have bottle-fed calves.
I hate needles and am 7 years overdue for a tetanus booster.
I love action flicks.
I LOVED chick flicks until I got married. Now, they’re just ok.
I’m a good listener.
I LOVE the Phantom of the Opera (production and recent movie).
I think I could act a little if ever given the opportunity.
The car I learned to drive was a Ford LTD – big yellow boat.
Was an accessory to a forest fire when I was around 7.
I watch soaps.
I can swim, only to save my life…I’m no fish!
I’m living proof that *nearly A*’s can sag. LOL
I’m my daughter’s favorite “daddy”.
I love to read.
I love to buy books off Ebay.
I love pecan pie.
I am starting to look just like my mother.
I never knew my paternal grandfather.
I shared a room with my three brothers for most of my childhood.
Except for one time when I was about 4-5 and until I married, I always lived in trailer homes.
After almost 9 years of marriage, I still don’t own my own home.
After almost 9 years of marriage, I’ve NEVER ONCE been mad enough at my husband to even consider leaving him.
Divorce will NEVER be an option for me.
I refuse to let my kids CIO (cry it out).
I always rock my babies to sleep.
I believe in co-sleeping and would love to just have a family bed. (I’d def. get more sleep that way!)
My favorite TV show is Law & Order SVU
Never had a speeding ticket.
My dream family vacation would a Disney cruise.
I used to want to be Laura Ingalls Wilder.
I love clouds.
I would love to learn to line dance. (shh)
I love anything to do with lighthouses.
I have tons of Inspirational Romance books.
I knocked my toe nail off while riding a bike when I was 7.
I can’t smell – unless very very strong odor – and then can’t tell if it’s a good or bad smell.
I hate for my toes to be pulled.
I crack my knuckles all the time.
I hate spending money.
I want to lose weight, but am totally unmotivated.
I just want my kids to be happy.
When my kids are sick, I give them anything they want.
Japan
So, it's 10:30 a.m. and we've already been to the airport, gotten pancakes from McD's and I've checked in with my Yahoo group. Jeremy's off to Japan today. He left the airport this morning (Friday, 8/19) and will get to Tokoyo (ok, so I've spelled that two different ways now just this morning, I wonder which is the right way??) on Saturday afternoon - Japan time. He's going to be tired losing a day, he'll be tired!!!
I am very happy and excited for him. This is considered "training' for him, but really he could be the one doing the training! This is actually more of a - "you've done a great job, thank you for your hard work" trip. I'm very proud of him. I really hope that he enjoys himself, as this is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
On the other hand, I am slightly jealous that he gets to be bachelor in another country! When do I get my "thanks for your hard work" trip LOL. OH yeah, in 18 years, right? Ok, just having a small pitty party - excuse my vent!
Thankfully, I've got lots of friends that have offered to help with the kids and even just offered their home so we can get out of the house every now and then.
Ok, signing off.
I am very happy and excited for him. This is considered "training' for him, but really he could be the one doing the training! This is actually more of a - "you've done a great job, thank you for your hard work" trip. I'm very proud of him. I really hope that he enjoys himself, as this is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
On the other hand, I am slightly jealous that he gets to be bachelor in another country! When do I get my "thanks for your hard work" trip LOL. OH yeah, in 18 years, right? Ok, just having a small pitty party - excuse my vent!
Thankfully, I've got lots of friends that have offered to help with the kids and even just offered their home so we can get out of the house every now and then.
Ok, signing off.
Thursday, August 18, 2005
Trying this again...
So, I started "blogging" a while back. OK, I think I posted once. But I've noticed more and more bloggers in my yahoo group and I certainly can't be left out.
Hopefully, I'll post once a day - what about? Who knows! Maybe just that I'm having a boring day and needed something to do - or maybe that one new thing that my infant learned to do.
Anyway - that's it's for now, as my infant has decided he needs me....and of course, housework is always calling my name.
Edited to add: that one thing that my infant has learned to do? Cry like I'm killin' him until I pick him up - and then - poof, he's fine! GRRR.... what have I created?
Hopefully, I'll post once a day - what about? Who knows! Maybe just that I'm having a boring day and needed something to do - or maybe that one new thing that my infant learned to do.
Anyway - that's it's for now, as my infant has decided he needs me....and of course, housework is always calling my name.
Edited to add: that one thing that my infant has learned to do? Cry like I'm killin' him until I pick him up - and then - poof, he's fine! GRRR.... what have I created?
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