Okay, so I did go out at midnight to get the book. It was very exciting and I didn't even get to start reading it until 12noon on Saturday. I took me until Wed. to finish...that part I was sad about. I am however very pleased with it. That's all I am going to write about it. If you would like to talk about specifics....call!!
I received wonderful wishes and great presents for my birthday. It was a very happy day and one filled with reminders that I am loved ( and liked!) So I was (and am ) grateful for all I have.
Mary has hit those "terrible" twos...She is quite the contrary one now. It is very funny but quite annoying all the same. She has started singing. She just decided this morning to bust out "twinkle, twinkle, little star" The WHOLE song too!! We were quite impressed. At dinner, she started counting all of the glasses...albeit only up to number 3, but seeing as we never really discussed the order and all, she got it right!!!
Grandma babysat last night (Sat.) so that Paul and I could enjoy dinner with his colleagues for the "passers" dinner. (YEA!!) It was a nice time for us and we are looking forward to the trip to Chicago in Nov. I believe I have accomplished my goal of having 3 dates with my husband this summer. I am also excited because we have another date coming up next weekend when we go to Tucson!!
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
I am having a dilemma. When should I get the new Harry Potter book? At 12:01 saturday or wait until later in the morning? I see the benefits of getting it at midnight...having it for when I wake up...but I will be tempted to stay up and read....then there is the decision to stay up until mid-night. Since I am usually ready for bed by 9pm this could pose a problem. Well, getting up early might seem to be the simple answer, ya know,early to bed etc etc. The only problem there is ....I can sleep. I don't think there is a simple answer....I will probably just wait and see how I feel Fri. evening.
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Swim...
We spent this past weekend in Tucson...I have to say it was just a taste for our vacation coming up where we'll get to spend more time.....cannot wait!!
The reason we were there was because Houghton had a swim meet there. It was really nice and we got to use our canopy/tent thingy. I worked out great and kept us out of the sun...a great investment.
Houghton did really well...probably his best meet to date!! I am soooo proud of him! He even got going early ....warm-ups started at 6am both days!! By Sunday, he was dragging!!
He swam the 100m breast, 100m free, 50m free, 50m breast, 50m back, & 50m fly
He got DQ'd on the 100m breast because when he dove in, his first stroke was freestyle but other than that once he switched to breast he swam 100m of breaststroke "legally" it was awesome...he has struggled with that .....he really worked hard! He also got DQ'd on the 50m backstroke because on the start his feet were up too high on the edge of the pool (something his coaches never addressed) and I thought the ref's should have excused but oh well.
He gained time on some of his events but those were on Sunday when he was just pooped!!
He was soo excited that Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Julia and Tio Rene were all there....and Mary too! She's a good cheerleader (Just like her Nina!)
I was also exhausted...Mary didn't sleep well in the hotel and I still had to be up to get Houghton to warm-ups and to get a good spot for the canopy! On Sunday I also had to drive back...fortunately we got done way earlier than I expected!
The reason we were there was because Houghton had a swim meet there. It was really nice and we got to use our canopy/tent thingy. I worked out great and kept us out of the sun...a great investment.
Houghton did really well...probably his best meet to date!! I am soooo proud of him! He even got going early ....warm-ups started at 6am both days!! By Sunday, he was dragging!!
He swam the 100m breast, 100m free, 50m free, 50m breast, 50m back, & 50m fly
He got DQ'd on the 100m breast because when he dove in, his first stroke was freestyle but other than that once he switched to breast he swam 100m of breaststroke "legally" it was awesome...he has struggled with that .....he really worked hard! He also got DQ'd on the 50m backstroke because on the start his feet were up too high on the edge of the pool (something his coaches never addressed) and I thought the ref's should have excused but oh well.
He gained time on some of his events but those were on Sunday when he was just pooped!!
He was soo excited that Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Julia and Tio Rene were all there....and Mary too! She's a good cheerleader (Just like her Nina!)
I was also exhausted...Mary didn't sleep well in the hotel and I still had to be up to get Houghton to warm-ups and to get a good spot for the canopy! On Sunday I also had to drive back...fortunately we got done way earlier than I expected!
Well, we survived the 4th. I worked most of the day while the kids played with grandma! We went to watch fireworks and some neighbors were having some of their own (illegal) fun...which scared Mary. I was not hopeful for the big show but she did really well and even enjoyed them (much to my relief)
She (and Houghton) spent their first 2 days at Ulli's house (the sitter) Mary jumped right in like she's been there from the get go. I do think having her older brother there helps. She even watched "Mary Poppins" today...something that wasn't "Finding Nemo" She then decided that we'll all be "____ Poppins" ie: bubbie poppins, mommy poppins it was quite cute!
This time tomorrow....Paul will be home. I cannot wait....I was not cut out to be a single mom!!! I don't think I will allow him to be apart from us for that long again!!!
She (and Houghton) spent their first 2 days at Ulli's house (the sitter) Mary jumped right in like she's been there from the get go. I do think having her older brother there helps. She even watched "Mary Poppins" today...something that wasn't "Finding Nemo" She then decided that we'll all be "____ Poppins" ie: bubbie poppins, mommy poppins it was quite cute!
This time tomorrow....Paul will be home. I cannot wait....I was not cut out to be a single mom!!! I don't think I will allow him to be apart from us for that long again!!!
Sunday, July 01, 2007
A conversation...
Grandma: "We're gonna go shopping"
Mary:"Shopping, Shopping, shopping..."
Houghton: "Huh, why"
Grandma: "No, not really"
Mary: "No shopping, no shopping, no shopping..."
Mary:"Shopping, Shopping, shopping..."
Houghton: "Huh, why"
Grandma: "No, not really"
Mary: "No shopping, no shopping, no shopping..."
Saturday, June 30, 2007
Canada Day
This is in Honor of Drew and Kathy and kids who now reside in Toronto...Happy Canada Day everyone....click on the link to do the puzzle!
Updates...
Ok, here goes...
Paul found out that his passport would arrive in time for his trip & he PASSED his latest exam, all on our 9th wedding anniversary. I'd say that was a good day!
As of today, Paul is in Budapest. They are 9 hours ahead so he's probably still sleeping or just waking up right about now. ( I am getting ready for bed!) They have a pretty detailed itinerary so it's fun to check and think about what he's doing. Houghton likes it too. We've been keeping track on where Paul is with google maps....I think Houghton understands it a little better when he can see just how far away dad is. As far as Mary knows Daddy is either at work (what she says) or on the airplane (what I tell her)
Houghton had swim practice today and he did well. He's getting ready to swim with the older kids (7-8 yrs) but probably not until the fall when school starts.
Funny story though, when leaving practice Mary was quite upset and wanted to go in "Daddy's car". I took a minute but I realized that parked next to us was a Mazda 3....just like Daddy's (different color) Mary was very upset that she could not get into that car....usually when we have taken both cars...Mary prefers to ride with Daddy.....I don't think she really understood that it wasn't our car!!!
It was a little sad though. I am already missing Paul. I have a hard time being alone in the house at night...I hear all the noises and probably make some up too. I do enjoy having the whole bed to myself though! I am nervous about all of the logistics of working and taking care of the kids by myself. I don't know how single mothers do it! I am really thanking my lucky stars that I have Paul and he really is a great participant in parenting.
I hope that I can get things done around the house while he's gone. I really am realizing that I do take his help for granted sometimes. I hope that I can remember that when he comes back!!
Today I took the kids to church with my mother....It was Mary's first time in church since Christmas (I think) I do know now why that is....she has no inside voice at all....and when she doesn't get her way she screams. Our cathedral is very traditional and any noise at all echoes very loudly!! I really had a hard time concentrating but fortunately my mom was there so Mary was content to stay with her. Houghton on the other hand was a little squirmy but was interested in following along, I did enjoy showing him the ropes! I also explained to him that he is now old enough that when school starts he will be going to ccd classed (sunday school) during the week so he will be able to go to mass. He seemed sad but curious about the changes. I just hope that having to help him learn will also further my understanding as well.
Our new priest for the church presided over mass tonite...he was very well spoken, seemed a little nervous but did very well, I am looking forward to introducing myself to him and welcoming him to the parish...he seems really nice. He was just ordained in June. I figured he must have made an impression since he was appointed to our church which is the cathedral for the diocese and also where the bishop resides....
Back to the "updates"...
Houghton has a swim meet next weekend in Tucson. We are going (as well as mom and Glen) thank goodness since we have to be there at 6am Sat. morning. We are staying at Julia's hotel (La Paloma) which will be a mini vacation too!! I am looking forward to it! Julia and Rene will be staying Sat. as well, so we'll be able to spend some time with them! The kids love to see their "Nina & Nino" as well as Bela!! (she gets to stay at the hotel too!!)
Paul found out that his passport would arrive in time for his trip & he PASSED his latest exam, all on our 9th wedding anniversary. I'd say that was a good day!
As of today, Paul is in Budapest. They are 9 hours ahead so he's probably still sleeping or just waking up right about now. ( I am getting ready for bed!) They have a pretty detailed itinerary so it's fun to check and think about what he's doing. Houghton likes it too. We've been keeping track on where Paul is with google maps....I think Houghton understands it a little better when he can see just how far away dad is. As far as Mary knows Daddy is either at work (what she says) or on the airplane (what I tell her)
Houghton had swim practice today and he did well. He's getting ready to swim with the older kids (7-8 yrs) but probably not until the fall when school starts.
Funny story though, when leaving practice Mary was quite upset and wanted to go in "Daddy's car". I took a minute but I realized that parked next to us was a Mazda 3....just like Daddy's (different color) Mary was very upset that she could not get into that car....usually when we have taken both cars...Mary prefers to ride with Daddy.....I don't think she really understood that it wasn't our car!!!
It was a little sad though. I am already missing Paul. I have a hard time being alone in the house at night...I hear all the noises and probably make some up too. I do enjoy having the whole bed to myself though! I am nervous about all of the logistics of working and taking care of the kids by myself. I don't know how single mothers do it! I am really thanking my lucky stars that I have Paul and he really is a great participant in parenting.
I hope that I can get things done around the house while he's gone. I really am realizing that I do take his help for granted sometimes. I hope that I can remember that when he comes back!!
Today I took the kids to church with my mother....It was Mary's first time in church since Christmas (I think) I do know now why that is....she has no inside voice at all....and when she doesn't get her way she screams. Our cathedral is very traditional and any noise at all echoes very loudly!! I really had a hard time concentrating but fortunately my mom was there so Mary was content to stay with her. Houghton on the other hand was a little squirmy but was interested in following along, I did enjoy showing him the ropes! I also explained to him that he is now old enough that when school starts he will be going to ccd classed (sunday school) during the week so he will be able to go to mass. He seemed sad but curious about the changes. I just hope that having to help him learn will also further my understanding as well.
Our new priest for the church presided over mass tonite...he was very well spoken, seemed a little nervous but did very well, I am looking forward to introducing myself to him and welcoming him to the parish...he seems really nice. He was just ordained in June. I figured he must have made an impression since he was appointed to our church which is the cathedral for the diocese and also where the bishop resides....
Back to the "updates"...
Houghton has a swim meet next weekend in Tucson. We are going (as well as mom and Glen) thank goodness since we have to be there at 6am Sat. morning. We are staying at Julia's hotel (La Paloma) which will be a mini vacation too!! I am looking forward to it! Julia and Rene will be staying Sat. as well, so we'll be able to spend some time with them! The kids love to see their "Nina & Nino" as well as Bela!! (she gets to stay at the hotel too!!)
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