Jun 22, 2010

He's a BIG BOY!

Today is Tuesday, only the 2nd day of the week!
I woke up this morning with a tickle in my throat and my ears hurting.
BTW- Branden and Ian are getting sick too!
I think we need meds to get rid of this mess :(

Ian slept til 7:20 this morning, so I had to wake him up.
He was not a happy camper, he really wanted to sleep a little longer. He also did not want to change into his clothes for daycare. However, he got over it and started to play before his Daddy was ready to go. My little man is getting so big. Branden called me this morning and said "Ian walked into daycare, into his class, sat down in the floor and started playing with the other kids". Wow! where have the past 19 months gone? Is he really not a baby anymore?

Today was a good day a work. I got some GREAT news from MCC! Turns out that I have been accepted into the LPN Program, which makes me very happy! Classes start in August and I can't wait.



Monday

Well,yesterday was definately Monday!
I did not want to get out of bed and to beat it all...I think I am getting sick!
I went to work and worked until 5pm.
When I picked Ian up from daycare, he was sitting in the floor with a book.
My little man loves to read books!
We gathered his pictures and headed home.
Ian had a brownie and milk for snack
Daddy was just in time! Daddy came home and spent a little time with Ian before he had his afternoon nap. I decided to cook supper. I made Hamburger Helper, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob and peas. Uncle Craig joined us and then it was playtime. Ian and Daddy played outside while I cleaned up the kitchen. They came in and Ian splashed in the tub a little while, got his pj's on and then we watched his favorite show. Where has the day gone? It was bedtime for Ian.He waved bye bye to the Backyardigans and headed to his room. He pushed in his movie and reached his arms out ready for bed. He watched a little TV and he was out like a light! For some reason, my husband thinks he will be able to play in a tourney at Mytle Beach on 7/9/10, so I spent the rest of my night looking for a hotel to ease his mind. I honestly do not think he will be able to play, but I can handle a beach trip! After all of that, I was exhausted....off to bed I went.
Night Night :O)

Jun 21, 2010

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY BRANDEN!
Today was a very busy day for all of us. Branden got up bright and early and went to Hinkle to trim the hedges for Craig. Ian and I got up a little later and headed to Hardees for breakfast. We ordered our food and took Daddy a large sweet tea. Then we were on our way to Grandma Liz's house to eat our breakfast with her. A little while later, we went to the grocery store and started lunch for Daddy. We made his favortite meal for Father's Day. He was surprised! After eating, we went home and Ian gave Branden his card with included a $25 giftcard to Home Depot. Ian was really excited about passing out gifts, so he also decided to give him the things that he made for his daddy at daycare. He placed each item in Branden's lap for him to view. Once Branden looked at the pictures, he laid them on the couch. However, Ian put them back in Branden's lap for him to view again! He was sooo cute! Ian also told him daddy "Happy Father's Day" or atleast something that sounded like it!


Look at all of this stuff!

Saturday-Here we go again!
We were up bright and early, after Sabrina called to say "I am turning on your road, are you up?" Whose idea was this yard sale anyway? lol
We got EVERYTHING set up and then it was SALE, SALE SALE!
We made a total of $380.00 which made my day!
We also made a donation to Goodwill b/c that stuff was not coming back in my house!
Today was a good day....all we need now is REST!


Friday was the first day of the yardsale and I was running on 3 hours of sleep! Branden and Zach helped me get the tables set up and helped to move the stuff outside. Ian slept til 9:30, so I decided to keep him at home with me. He had a blast playing with all of the toys he never played with....until they were in the yardsale and splashing around in his pool!
Overall, today was a good day! I made over $100.00 at the yardsale and got to spend time with the family. I loved my day off :O)



Thursday was my last day of work for the week!
Once I left there was a long list of things to do.
I picked up Ian from daycare, went to walmart, went by Hinkle Street, and picked up supper before returning home. Branden was busy too! He mowed both Hinkle and our yard, he also got tables and racks from Diane's for the yard sale.

After all of that, we still had our normal routine of playtime, bathtime, pajama time and THE BACKYARDIGANS!

However, Tonight was a little different, Zach stayed the night with us to help me in the morning. Throughout the night, Ian must have had some bad dreams! He woke several times and would not go back to sleep. Finally, I got up and sat with him in the living room, finally at 3am I put him back in his crib and turned on his movie- he fell fast asleep!

Jun 16, 2010

What happened to the clock?

Today is Wednesday, June 16th and the slowest day ever!
I can remember looking at the clock a million times today.
At one point in time, I though it was 2pm....but it was actually 11:36.
What is the world is going on?

Finally, the clock struck 5 and I was outta there!
I was happy to go home to my hubby and little boy :O)
Tonight was a busy night for us.
Ian and I went to McDonalds while Branden showered.
Branden and Ian went to Brayden's game, but not before picking up Uncle Craig!
Surprise Guys! No one was at the field.
Apparantely, Burkley had given them the wrong date.
The game is acutally tomorrow night.

While the boys were away....Mommy DID NOT play!
I was busy pricing yard sale items for Friday and Saturday.

When the boys returned, I gave Ian a bath, got him in his PJ's, and tucked him into bed.
Now, that that's over....time to sit down and have some popcorn with my hubby.
A little TV time and then off to bed....I am exhausted.
Good Night!

Just one more!

Tuesday was a stressful day for me!
I went to work and took 1/2 day of vacation, so I could attend the LPN Meeting.
I left work a little later than I should have and then was stuck in traffic on 109.
This did not look good, considering I had to be in Troy by 1pm.
Well, I made it to the college (on 2 wheels) just in time!
I filled out paperwork and waited for my trial schedule. Unfortunately, I did not have one because I am on the alternate list (#1 on the list). This sucks!
After speaking with the LPN Instructor, I learned that I could have a spot in the day class, but this is NO GOOD! I have to work for a living :O(
After taking a few deep breaths and begging for a spot in the hybrid class, she said that she would try to move some people around b/c I was the only person on the alternate list to attend all mandatory meetings. I am crossing my fingers and toes on this one!

After leaving the college, I picked up my Ian bug and we headed home.
I prepared dinner and waited on Branden to come home.
Ian, Branden, Uncle Craig and I had BBQ Chicken, corn, mac & cheese and stove top which was very yummy! After dinner, it was time for a bath, and pajamas.
Ian did not want to go to bed....so he put up a fight, but Mommy and Daddy WON!

I went to bed wondering if I will be accepted into the LPN program.
I don't like putting my life in someone else's hands! Why does someone else get to determine my fate? My queston to MCC is "Don't you have room for just one more?"

I did What?

Monday, June 14th was an exhausting day for Ian and I.
Daddy and I went to work and Ian went to daycare.
When we returned home, Ian and I both laid down for a short nap and slept a little longer than planned. We both slept through dinner, bath time, pajama time and THE BACKYARDIGANS.
That's right....We slept until 6:15 Tuesday Morning.
Daddy (Branden) must have been bored out of his mind...What in the world did he do without Mommy and Ian aggravating him? My bets are on.....watched Baseball! lol

Well, I guess there is only one way to say it. What a day, What a day!

Jun 9, 2010

Another Day Another Dollar!

Sunday=Oh, no!
It's Sunday and I feel like I haven't accomplished anything this weekend!
My house is clean...with the EXCEPTION of my kitchen.
We are using the kitchen as the storage area for the yard sale stuff...which is driving me BONKERS! Yeah, I know I guess I am a little anal and OCD, but that's me!
Anyways...we slept til 10am again today. I am kind of liking this :O)
We got up, had our showers and then were off to Grandma's for lunch.
Loved the Meatloaf, potaotes, mac & cheese, green beans and cherry dump cake! Thanks Granny! After eating, Mom and Nathan came by for a little while and then it was back to gathering yard sale stuff and cleaning. Ian, Daddy and I played a little and then it was pajama time and time for The Backyardigans! We tucked Ian in and then it was time for my show...I love Army Wives! Show's over and now time to set the clock.
Do I really have to go to work tomorrow?


Smile It's Saturday!
Well, Branden and I got to sleep in today! I couldn't believe that Ian slept until 10am.
Once we were up, we decided to have breakfast at Denny's. Apparantley, everyone else had the same idea! That place was packed and seriously unorganized! After breakfast, most of the day was spent by gathering stuff for the yard sale next weekend and doing the usual stuff around the house. On top of that, we went to Wally world and was easily distracted by all of the wackos in T-ville! Do these people not look in the mirror before leaving home?

FRIDAY=Time by the pool!
Today is Friday and I am only working til 11am.
I was a short day at work, but I am glad it's over!
On my way home and off to the pool with Steffie ;O)
We relaxed by the pool for a few hours and then picked Ian up from daycare....Back to pool we went! Ian bug enjoyed the sun and the water. Daddy was off work and it was time to go home. We had dinner plans with Burk and Jenn. They were cooking us dinner! However, Branden and I were the ones that ended up cooking. How does that work?lol
At least we got to spend time with family! The boys hung out and the girls gossiped inside....Imagine that!

Thursday
Well today is the day that Branden has a follow up appt for his finger....I hope all goes well!
It's good news from the doc, but he has another follow up in a couple of weeks!

Wednesday=Whoo Hoo!
Only 2 more days til Friday :O)
I had some bad news today...from the bank! NO GOOD!
Why is it....When you think things are starting to turn around, something else happens to throw a monkey wrench into your plans???
I have 2 options...I can stress about it or I can make a Margarita!
I prefer to use this quote "When life gives you limes, make Margarita's"
The work day is over and I really don't feel like cooking- so I called Mom. She made pork chops, tatortot casserole and mac & cheese. We went to eat!
However, when I was there I had to work on her computer and show her how to send an email....but atleast it's working and she is HAPPY!
Time to go home to be with my 2 favorite guys!
Once I arrived Branden had already given Ian a bath...Thanks Hunny!
So, it was playtime for me! Ian and I played baseball, folded clothes and then watched his favortie show! I think I will buy him a whole DVD set of The Backyardigans, since they are his favorite! Ok- Its Night Night time...Love you Ian, Mommy and Daddy will be here in the morning when you wake up! Sleep tight!
Whew...time for me to take a HOT bath, relax and try to get my mind to slow down.
A little TV and then off to dreamland

Tuesday=Wishing it was Friday!
Wow! This week has been a nightmare :(
Work was still pretty hectic, not to mention I am surrounded by some real DA's!
Oh, Lord please let me get through this day! Believe it or not.....I SURVIVED!
Once I got to daycare......My baby's smile and hugs made it all better!
I LOVE YOU IAN....YOU ARE MY LIFE AND REASON FOR EVERYTHING!
Well it was Hot Dogs for supper tonight. Mom made homemade slaw and she and Nathan
joined us for dinner. Ian loves his (Nat) or Nathan. When they arrived Ian ran to him with hugs and wanted him to play baseball with him and push him on his four wheeler. BTW- Uncle Craig came to pick up his to-go order (3 Hot dogs wrapped with double aluminum foil). He thinks I am a little OCD! What you think?
Bath time for Ian, then pajamas and THE BACKYARDIGANS and coloring time!
Sweet Dream for Ian!
Branden and I snuggled while watching "America's Got Talent". I love little moment like these!
After all, "It's the little things in Life, that make it all worthwhile".
On that note, I would like to say CONGRATULATIONS to Brett Kennedy for Graduating from Trinity High School tonight! Everyone is SO proud of YOU! Knowing that you can make your dreams come true...gives me HOPE in making mine come true too!

It's Monday again!
Unfortunately, I am not a Monday or morning person :(
Back to work today with lots to do....including fixing EVERYONE else's mistakes!
I realize that I am one of the lucky one's b/c I have a job....but some days I really want to give up and got to college full time. If only I was rich! lol
Finally it was Five o'clock and time to get my baby. Once I arrived at daycare, I was greeted with hugs and kisses! This really made my day! :O)
Ian and I stopped by Hinkle to see daddy (he was mowing the lawn) and then stopped at Uncle Craig's to invite him to dinner. Finally, we were on our way home to make Spaghetti.
I prepared dinner and Ian thought it was really funny! He banged on some pots and pans and pretended to cook "just like Mommy".
BTW- I didn't think Ian would eat spaghetti, so I made him corndogs and greenbeans. However, I learned that he LOVED it and ate most of my plate! SURPRISE!
After Dinner, it was bath time. Branden gave him a bath and got him ready for bed. Everyone knows what came next.....The Backyardigans, of course! At the End of the show, Ian told them bye bye and night night and we tucked him in. (Branden and I always do this together, and I personally think that is special)
Branden and I were exhausted and I had a little friend to vist me, so we were off to bed with no hanky panky! lol
Good Night, Love you!

Jun 7, 2010

Sunday=Lots of sleep for Ian

It's Sunday!
Branden and I slept in late today. Ooops....Sorry Nana!
We were awakened at 11am by a phone call from Nana, saying "I will be taking the girls home soon. What time are you coming to get Ian?"

Branden left the house to pick up Ian, and I headed to the shower.
When Branden got to Nana's, Pawpaw and Ian were reading a book.
Pawpaw told Ian, "I think I hear your daddy", and all Branden heard was the sound of little feet running across the floor. He was greeted with a GREAT BIG hug and a kiss from his little man!

Once the boys returned home, I got lots of hugs and kisses!
We played a little and then we left home and headed for the grocery store.
BTW-My child is just like his Daddy. If there is food around...he will eat it!
Ian had to have a brownie b/c he saw me put them in the cart.

Whew....I am glad that is over! Once we returned home, it was nap time for Ian.
He watched his new movie (Monsters Inc) and fell fast asleep!

While Ian was sleeping, Mommy prepared dinner.
Roast with potatoes, carrots and onions which had to cook for 3 hours.
Around 5pm, Uncle Craig had dinner with us and then it was bathtime for Ian.
After splashing in the tub and pajama time, Ian watched BASEBALL with Daddy and then headed to back to bed. I think the girls wore him out this weekend......He is EXHAUSTED!

Branden and I shared a bowl of popcorn and then it was time for Army Wives!
I headed to the bedroom for my show and the hubby stayed in the LR to watch more BASEBALL! Gotta Love it!
Gheez......I wonder who Ian gets his "Love for the game" from?
I think it could it be his Daddy!

Shows over and Lights Out!

Jun 6, 2010

Great deals, Sunshine and Birthday wishes!

Saturday, 6/5 started really early. Mom and I went to yard sales around 7am and we found some really good deals! Gymboree, Children's Place and Gap clothes for Ian= $1 each......That is a GREAT price. Not to mention, I bought him his first pair of Jordan's (His daddy's favorite shoes, which I think are BUTT ugly), but if it makes them happy....it makes Mommy happy!

Later that day we took Ian to Uncle Scottie's to swim. We were joined by Andy and Kaylin. We had a good time, but the kids had a BLAST sliding down the slide into the pool and jumping from the deck. My Ian bug stood between the ladder (on the deck) and continuously said "jump, jump, jump". I guess he wanted to make sure he said it over and over so, we would be prepared to catch him!

Pool time was over and it was time for Ian to go to Nana's. Branden took Ian to Nana's while I stayed at home and got ready for the evening. When Branden was leaving Nana's, Ian followed him into the kitchen and said "Daddy, no!" when Branden opened the door to leave. He said that it broke his heart. :(

Once Branden came back home we got ready and headed to Winston-Salem.
We met April, Chad, Bre, Brandon, Dave and Amanda at Texas Roadhouse for dinner and then headed to Johnny & June's for April's 31st birthday....I mean 21st.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY APRIL!
Even though there was some DRAMA with Brandon and Bre, Branden and I still had a good time! We both realized that we are very lucky...and we are SO glad that our relationship is NOT full of DRAMA! I honestly don't know how some people do it! BTW- My legs are killing me from breaking it down on the dance floor. We won't be doing that again for a really long time!

Jun 3, 2010

Oh, how I love 4 day work weeks!

Feeling Friday?
Today, is Friday and I am really feeling it!
It was only a 4 day work week, but I am so glad that it is over.
To start the day off- I was a couple of minutes late to work (3 to be exact). I think I was stuck behind every school bus in the whole entire Nation! I guess I should've gotten up a little sooner :O) Today was very slow at work...I started to count my fingers and toes just to make sure that they were still there. Once the clock hit 5......I was outta there!
I picked up my Ian bug and then went to Contours and Colours (where Branden was getting his hair cut). Then we headed home and laid Ian down for a nap. It was Jerry's Hotdogs for dinner and then I headed to Old Navy with Mom. I bought Ian size 2T clothes, which made me realize that "my little boy is growing up". Is it time for another one? My hubby says YES! :p

Thursday=Pay day!
Whew...today is payday, I am soooo exicted to pay another bill (sarcasm)!


Wenesday at Work= Webinar Wednesday!
Today was just like any other day at work, meaning it was HECTIC and BUSY for ME!!! On top of all of that, apparantely I am the go to girl for everything! Sabrina and I participated in a Webinar for our new "INFOR Document Management System"...How exciting was that! lol
However, the girls and I did get a kick out of it b/c for some unknown reason- my title on the webinar was Customer Service Manager. On a Serious note....... I do not BS enough for that title!
Due to the webinar, I only took a 30 minute lunch which also gave the the opportunity to leave at 4:30 instead of 5 o'clock! Thank you Jesus..I couldn't have stayed another minute.
I had my eyebrows waxed and then called the hubby to see what was for dinner.
Mommy and Daddy had tacos and Ian had "chicky nuggies".

Note to self: Milk and tacos do not go well together!


Well, it's back to work for me today!
Today is Tuesday, June 1st and it was really hard for me to get up after the long and relaxing weekend. Today was a very busy day at work, so I was outta there at quitting time! I picked Ian up from daycare and then we were off to the grocery store. It's Manwich for dinner at my house tonight! :O) After dinner we had our usual routine of bath, pajamas, cartoons, story time and bed.