Today Lauren was in the car telling me how her teacher took her temperature in school today. She said she did not feel well (and actually does not look good) and they put the thermometer under her tongue. When they took it out it said "cancer".
Wow. My father in law just passed this summer from cancer. It isn't a word any 4 year old should know. I have to say it scared me a little. However, I wish it was that easy to detect. A lot of my loved ones might be around if it was.
Monday, January 28, 2008
January 27 No more jewerly parties!
Anyone who knows me know I am not a fan of home demonstration parties. Even Pampered Chef.
I mean, I like the food but I hate feeling like I have to buy something, especially when I am broke and it is nothing I need.
Michele strikes again. She somehow talked me into attending a jewelry show with her. I have been to 2 others with her both at her house. The first was attended by 2 other people. Frankly I have no idea what she sold. The last was recently at her house. I was able to sneak out without a purchase but did get some looks.
Well. Michele picks me up and off we go. We pull into an empty driveway (well the hosts car was there). In a party where 30+ people were invited only 5 attended. Needless to say I am now the owner of a new pair of silver earrings.
I mean, I like the food but I hate feeling like I have to buy something, especially when I am broke and it is nothing I need.
Michele strikes again. She somehow talked me into attending a jewelry show with her. I have been to 2 others with her both at her house. The first was attended by 2 other people. Frankly I have no idea what she sold. The last was recently at her house. I was able to sneak out without a purchase but did get some looks.
Well. Michele picks me up and off we go. We pull into an empty driveway (well the hosts car was there). In a party where 30+ people were invited only 5 attended. Needless to say I am now the owner of a new pair of silver earrings.
January 25
I overslept. Matthew has been joining us in bed. He wakes up almost every night and screams at the door. I can't sleep through it, so he usually wins and get an express pass to our bed.
Today I heard someone calling mom. I woke up and realized I was 40 minutes behind my already tight schedule. But the weird thing is no one was calling me. Everyone was asleep.
I ran to school and called in late. My meeting was waiting for me and we just chatted.
Later that day, we took the kids ice skating. They had a great time even though some spent more time at the snack bar.
Michele asked me to go out with her Friday night. I agreed and found out it was to a pole dancing class. http://www.asensualyou.com/
Luckily some staff members were going out to a local bar and I could have a few drinks first.
Well needless to say, I wasn't appropriately dressed. I forgot my stripper shoes and left my shorts in the car. I did do the walks but did not make it to the pole. Maybe next time!
It was a scream. My mom is bugging me to go, but I don't know if that is a sight I want to see!
Today I heard someone calling mom. I woke up and realized I was 40 minutes behind my already tight schedule. But the weird thing is no one was calling me. Everyone was asleep.
I ran to school and called in late. My meeting was waiting for me and we just chatted.
Later that day, we took the kids ice skating. They had a great time even though some spent more time at the snack bar.
Michele asked me to go out with her Friday night. I agreed and found out it was to a pole dancing class. http://www.asensualyou.com/
Luckily some staff members were going out to a local bar and I could have a few drinks first.
Well needless to say, I wasn't appropriately dressed. I forgot my stripper shoes and left my shorts in the car. I did do the walks but did not make it to the pole. Maybe next time!
It was a scream. My mom is bugging me to go, but I don't know if that is a sight I want to see!
January 19- The Wedding.
Well, it was great. Lauren was a hit. She looked beautiful and did great. She did have to excuse herself from the alter to pee! She took pictures like a champ and in the cold even.
She tired at cocktail hour. We decided to get a room so I was able to take her there. She fell asleep 10 minutes before she was introduced. I was able to talk her into going to down but she ran to me when she saw me. She even asked if MomMom could pick her up.
After she left Mike and I ad a great time. It was over at 10 so we raided the Bridal Suite.
It was nice to sleep away from home- without the kids. I didn't sleep great but it was just what I needed.
Lauren is a lot like me. She doesn't like a big fuss made over her. She get embarrassed. It is funny when you see qualities of yourself in your children.
January 18- Rehearsal Dinner
Lauren and Michael are in our best man’s wedding tomorrow. Tonight was the rehearsal and dinner. I must say it was very nice. Lauren was nervous but did walk down the aisle. She turned around to look and me and ran when she saw Mike. Dinner was at the William Penn Inn. We stayed until 10 pm and Lauren was excellent. Mom and Dad stayed with Matthew. I love to eat a meal without jumping up and down.
January 20- 21
Now that the wedding is over it is time to relax. Or at least try to. I took the kids to the mall on Monday with Michele and Nate. Lauren kept telling everyone the king was dead. I reminded her it was MLK and why it was so important to remember his birthday. It is so great that kids don't see color. I really hope as each generation grows the fight won't be as hard.
January 14th- My Baby is 2!
Matthew's birthday was today. He is getting so big. I was able to get out of a class trip to the Franklin Institute for the umpteenth time and spend lunch with him. Of course I drove 45 minutes there, stayed for a half hour and drove 45 minutes back. After school, I took him and Lauren to the mall for our annual Build a Bear. Each kid has a BB born on each birthday. Matthew had no interest and Lauren wanted to dress the bear in every outfit in the store. We took a ride on the merry go round as well. We ate at home and sang again- with an ear left over from his cake yesterday. I started making the kids cakes when I was home with Matthew and vowed I would always do it. I am quite happy with how it turned out
Overall it was very nice. I start remembering back to when he was born and how much I miss being home. But overall I am happy he is healthy and happy.
Happy Birthday Matthew.
Bloggin ain't easy
I really want to keep up this blog but the last 2 weeks have been hell. Then each night when I go to blog, I think, "Ugh, I have so much to write"
So I am going to start backwards and try to catch up to the 14th- Matthew's b-day!
I am determined to keep up with this since I already blew my resolution with the Pepsi.
So I am going to start backwards and try to catch up to the 14th- Matthew's b-day!
I am determined to keep up with this since I already blew my resolution with the Pepsi.
Sunday, January 13, 2008
***Breathe***
What a week.
My baby will be 2 years old tomorrow.
It was a whirlwind of a weekend. I picked the kids up from school on Friday and took Matthew fr a haircut. He started to scream when we sat down, but was great fro the rest. Not a tear.
Saturday we had a very small Kiddie party for Matthew. Emily was sick and could not attend, but Nate and Lindsey came. It was very cute. The kids played for a while.
After the party Lauren and I ran to the library. She loves to read! We came back and started Matthew's cake and dinner for the family on Sunday.
This morning we got up and took the kids to get their picture taken. I t was work but we got some great shots.
The family came over for dinner this afternoon. Overall, it was a great weekend.
I am feeling a little stressed. I have a lot to do at work this week, but I am excited I get to take some time for my big boy tomorrow.
My baby will be 2 years old tomorrow.
It was a whirlwind of a weekend. I picked the kids up from school on Friday and took Matthew fr a haircut. He started to scream when we sat down, but was great fro the rest. Not a tear.
Saturday we had a very small Kiddie party for Matthew. Emily was sick and could not attend, but Nate and Lindsey came. It was very cute. The kids played for a while.
After the party Lauren and I ran to the library. She loves to read! We came back and started Matthew's cake and dinner for the family on Sunday.
This morning we got up and took the kids to get their picture taken. I t was work but we got some great shots.
The family came over for dinner this afternoon. Overall, it was a great weekend.
I am feeling a little stressed. I have a lot to do at work this week, but I am excited I get to take some time for my big boy tomorrow.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Were did the week go?
It has been a very long and busy week. Monday is Matthew's birthday. He will be 2! Having a few kids over to celebrating this morning and tomorrow for dinner.
I have a lot to do. **deep breath**
I will be back!
I have a lot to do. **deep breath**
I will be back!
Sunday, January 6, 2008
It is all about attitude
I had a really nice weekend. Yesterday we went to get the tux for Brad's wedding (our best man).
On the ride home Michael called his mom and asked if she could watch the kids so we could grab dinner. It was nice to have an hour to eat in peace.
Today was a lazy day. I slept in. We took the kids into town to pick up a few things. My mom called and asked if Lauren wanted to go out with her. They were gone most of the day. Matthew slept for some and I tried to get some schoolwork done.
I then took Matthew out for a walk then played outside. I rode on his bike as he pushed me down the hill. We laughed and laughed. It was nice spending some time just the two of us. Yesterday Lauren and I went to the library. She could have stayed all day.
I have decided each day should be like this. What makes me happy. I didn't do too much but it was the first weekend in a while I did not feel stressed and felt really happy. It has been a while but I like it.
On the ride home Michael called his mom and asked if she could watch the kids so we could grab dinner. It was nice to have an hour to eat in peace.
Today was a lazy day. I slept in. We took the kids into town to pick up a few things. My mom called and asked if Lauren wanted to go out with her. They were gone most of the day. Matthew slept for some and I tried to get some schoolwork done.
I then took Matthew out for a walk then played outside. I rode on his bike as he pushed me down the hill. We laughed and laughed. It was nice spending some time just the two of us. Yesterday Lauren and I went to the library. She could have stayed all day.
I have decided each day should be like this. What makes me happy. I didn't do too much but it was the first weekend in a while I did not feel stressed and felt really happy. It has been a while but I like it.
Saturday, January 5, 2008
Powerball
My palm was itchy today so I bought a Powerball ticket- well, ok , 2 tickets.
I cannot remember if an itchy right palm means coming into money or handing over money.
So either I win $63 million or I am out $2.
Wish me luck.
I cannot remember if an itchy right palm means coming into money or handing over money.
So either I win $63 million or I am out $2.
Wish me luck.
I Hate Being Responsible
Why does it seem that everyone is pregnant?
I have come down with a bad case of baby fever. Is it because Matthew will be 2? That was the age Lauren was when I got pregnant again.
Before I got married, Michael and I talked about having only 2 kids. I was fine with that. I had Lauren in March of 2003. I went back to work when she was 6 months and had no problems. I liked work and balanced it well. I wanted my children close in age so we planned Matthew in 2005. We decided to start to try for a January baby thinking there would be no way we would get pregnant right away. We discussed that if I was to have a January baby I would stay out under September.
Right after Matthew was born, I knew I wanted another. My experience with him was so different: the nuchal cord and my purple baby being rushed to the NICU, the bilirubin blanket at home that kept me in one spot with a screaming baby, our first trip to CHOP at 4 days old, then the seizures, hospital visits, apnea monitor, cardiologists, the not knowing, the still not knowing.
Even after all this I said I wanted another. Maybe because of this I wanted another. I do not know.
I am not sure where Mike stands. We both agree it is getting easier and we like being able to do things and go places again. We can barely afford daycare now. We are looking at some relief next year with Lauren starting Kindergarten. We would like to move. This house is so small and barely have room for us. We would like to sleep. Going back to work this time was heartbreaking, could I do this again? I am 35 and will be 36 this year. I would want to do this soon.
But he did not say no.
I cannot seem to get rid of the kid's clothes. I still have all my maternity clothes and cannot seem to get rid of them. I tried. I want my big preggo belly. I feel like someone is missing.
The responsible me says not now, maybe never. I hate being responsible.
I have come down with a bad case of baby fever. Is it because Matthew will be 2? That was the age Lauren was when I got pregnant again.
Before I got married, Michael and I talked about having only 2 kids. I was fine with that. I had Lauren in March of 2003. I went back to work when she was 6 months and had no problems. I liked work and balanced it well. I wanted my children close in age so we planned Matthew in 2005. We decided to start to try for a January baby thinking there would be no way we would get pregnant right away. We discussed that if I was to have a January baby I would stay out under September.
Right after Matthew was born, I knew I wanted another. My experience with him was so different: the nuchal cord and my purple baby being rushed to the NICU, the bilirubin blanket at home that kept me in one spot with a screaming baby, our first trip to CHOP at 4 days old, then the seizures, hospital visits, apnea monitor, cardiologists, the not knowing, the still not knowing.
Even after all this I said I wanted another. Maybe because of this I wanted another. I do not know.
I am not sure where Mike stands. We both agree it is getting easier and we like being able to do things and go places again. We can barely afford daycare now. We are looking at some relief next year with Lauren starting Kindergarten. We would like to move. This house is so small and barely have room for us. We would like to sleep. Going back to work this time was heartbreaking, could I do this again? I am 35 and will be 36 this year. I would want to do this soon.
But he did not say no.
I cannot seem to get rid of the kid's clothes. I still have all my maternity clothes and cannot seem to get rid of them. I tried. I want my big preggo belly. I feel like someone is missing.
The responsible me says not now, maybe never. I hate being responsible.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Resolutions- so far so good.
Ok, Ok, it is only Jan 3, but and am focusing on me more.
I need to lose weight, but decided to start small. I have given up soda. Soda is my crutch. When Matthew was newborn and had all his health problems, I used to drive to Superfresh and buy a Pepsi and a pack of Pepridge Farms Milano Cookies (mmmm) and sit in the parking lot and eat the whole bag. I finally gave up the cookies (they are sinful and are cushioning my ass now) but had a hard time with the soda. NI was not even diet soda. The last few months have been stressful at work. Before Christmas break I was drinking 2-3 16 oz bottles a day. I polished off the last of a 12 pack over break and resolved not to have any in the New Year (I did have one on NYD but does that count?)
So 2 days and no soda. Do I feel accomplished? No, I have a splitting headache. Caffeine
withdrawl is a bitch.
I have left work by 3:30 yesterday and today. I finished listening the The Kite Runner audio cd as well. I have more time with the kids and feel calmer and less stressed.
I hope it lasts. I feel like I was a good mom today for the short time I got to spend with the kids .
Lauren and I made guacamole and now she is doing a puzzle. She is so smart and loves to cook.
Hoping the Matthew sleeps through the night tonight. He is cutting molars and just wants to be held. He has taken to laying on Michael or me like we used to hold him when he was a baby. I can't say hate it, but he is not the 10 lb baby he used to be.
I need to lose weight, but decided to start small. I have given up soda. Soda is my crutch. When Matthew was newborn and had all his health problems, I used to drive to Superfresh and buy a Pepsi and a pack of Pepridge Farms Milano Cookies (mmmm) and sit in the parking lot and eat the whole bag. I finally gave up the cookies (they are sinful and are cushioning my ass now) but had a hard time with the soda. NI was not even diet soda. The last few months have been stressful at work. Before Christmas break I was drinking 2-3 16 oz bottles a day. I polished off the last of a 12 pack over break and resolved not to have any in the New Year (I did have one on NYD but does that count?)
So 2 days and no soda. Do I feel accomplished? No, I have a splitting headache. Caffeine
withdrawl is a bitch.
I have left work by 3:30 yesterday and today. I finished listening the The Kite Runner audio cd as well. I have more time with the kids and feel calmer and less stressed.
I hope it lasts. I feel like I was a good mom today for the short time I got to spend with the kids .
Lauren and I made guacamole and now she is doing a puzzle. She is so smart and loves to cook.
Hoping the Matthew sleeps through the night tonight. He is cutting molars and just wants to be held. He has taken to laying on Michael or me like we used to hold him when he was a baby. I can't say hate it, but he is not the 10 lb baby he used to be.
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Back to Work
Today at lunch, we talked about the 2 most depressing holidays for teachers... Labor Day and New Year's Day. Not one teacher relaxed yesterday. At th very least we were anxious. State testing will be here in 57 days and our school is under a ton of pressure.
Here is a common conversation I have about my job
Ms X: Hi, Christy what do you do?
Me: I am a teacher.
Ms X: That's great what do you teach?
Me: Special ed
Ms X: That is wonderful. What grade?
Me: Middle school. Right now 5th and 6th grade.
Ms X: Whoa. That is challenging. Where do you teach?
Me: Philly
Ms X: oh (concerned)- what part?
Me: North Philly.
Ms. X: Ohhh. God Bless you.
I believe every child has the right to a good education, no matter where they live. I just don't know if I can do it anymore. The hour commute each way kills me. The kids were talking about who was locked up and who was shooting guns off at midnight. One kids laughed and said he hit the floor- did not know if it was a firecracker or gunshot. I worry for them.
It may be time to move on.
I missed the kids today. They spent the day with my MIL today so I feel better. Tomorrow is back to school for them. That means...lunches. Ugh!
Lauren is becoming so helpful. She loves to help cook. She even made her lunch. This week she asked me if she could cut Matthew's toenails. I told her no. She then quickly replied that she needed to because his toes were "all jacked up". Apparently those words have come out of my mouth she tells me. One of the benefits of working in the inner city.
Time to finish up the kids baths. Then going to take an Excedrin pm and snuggle up with them.
Here is a common conversation I have about my job
Ms X: Hi, Christy what do you do?
Me: I am a teacher.
Ms X: That's great what do you teach?
Me: Special ed
Ms X: That is wonderful. What grade?
Me: Middle school. Right now 5th and 6th grade.
Ms X: Whoa. That is challenging. Where do you teach?
Me: Philly
Ms X: oh (concerned)- what part?
Me: North Philly.
Ms. X: Ohhh. God Bless you.
I believe every child has the right to a good education, no matter where they live. I just don't know if I can do it anymore. The hour commute each way kills me. The kids were talking about who was locked up and who was shooting guns off at midnight. One kids laughed and said he hit the floor- did not know if it was a firecracker or gunshot. I worry for them.
It may be time to move on.
I missed the kids today. They spent the day with my MIL today so I feel better. Tomorrow is back to school for them. That means...lunches. Ugh!
Lauren is becoming so helpful. She loves to help cook. She even made her lunch. This week she asked me if she could cut Matthew's toenails. I told her no. She then quickly replied that she needed to because his toes were "all jacked up". Apparently those words have come out of my mouth she tells me. One of the benefits of working in the inner city.
Time to finish up the kids baths. Then going to take an Excedrin pm and snuggle up with them.
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
What will they do in 2010?
Went to my mom's for dinner today. She had the table beautifully set, with a set of 2008 eye glasses on each plate. I got my first pair in 1997 in Times Square. Now I see them everywhere. How will they design them 2010? For 1997 you looked through the top of the 9s. It was a smooth transition to the 2000s. 2010? Will they stop making them? Will the 1 be placed between your eyes? I'm stumped.
Overall it was a nice day. I slept in until 8:30. It was the first day all week I slept in and Michael did not work. Then he took the kids to his mom's and I got a few hours to finish the wash and my lesson plans for the week.
It was the first day I feel I relaxed since vacation started and now it is over. Oh well. I am lucky I get the time I do to spent with the kids even if they keep me on my toes.
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