So. I have ADD like whoa and am currently self medicating with stimulants because that makes me able to focus and be productive. On the downside, it also makes me a little manic sometimes after a while, or if I do it too much. So today they kids have played with their djembes, we've played in the pool outside with beach toys and soaked the corn and ( Read more... )

Tonight while tucking Ollie into bed he put his hand on my head and said, "love you Mama ( Read more... )

Today we are in the middle of a terrifying storm system. My 8am appointment to see the doctor got canceled yesterday afternoon in anticipation of the storm's ugliness and when we woke up this morning there was a 1/2" crust of ice over everything outside. It's raining outside now and immediately freezing upon impact. Adam went out to rent some ( Read more... )

I like to move it- from the madagascar soundtrack? Oliver loves that song. When he hears it he instantly starts dancing, stomping his feet, and spinning. I just kept that song on a loop and taught Emily how to wiggle her hips like I do when I dance, it was awesome. I can't dance all that well, but I've got enthusiasm to spare and hips like none ( Read more... )

I'm in a good mood. Today I'm going to break out the tutus and dance with the kids for a while. My mum got Emmy a cute little skirt that's ruffled at the edges and looks kind of like a tutu without the fluff so we'll both be sillied-up. I finally got an eye exam on Wednesday so my glasses should be ready for me by next week, Wednesday at the latest ( Read more... )