(Untitled)

[joymattingly]

I just now uploaded the June photos on our gallery--  http://gallery.jacksonfusion.com/

We've been busy here.  Van's been growing, Dan's been working, and I've been doing laundry.  The usual.  I was considering training for a half marathon but I couldn't swing the 5/7 day schedule.  I

Comments

[sadiejones]

i think maybe Van has been trading out his Baby Einstein DVD's for Constructive Interference..... hence his omage to slip...fall...STAY :)

sometimes i wish i could try not to think about leaving in a week.... doesn't work very well though. i sure am glad you are coming with me though, even if it is just for the first 24 hours!

[joymattingly]

well it was in the DVD player this morning!! so perhaps you're right.

cool photos

[danimal234]

Hey Joy,

Cool photos--you didn't mention the skunk though.

re: babysitting, I think Sadie has spoiled y'all a bit--aunties tend to do that.

re: part time work, I think that working in the Y is a great idea, hopefully they can be flexible about your schedule.

Re: cool photos

[joymattingly]

yes, Sadie spoiled us and nothing against LA, but I was shocked to pay $40 just to *leave* the house! I just wasn't prepared for it.

And the Y seems like a good fit. They are looking for front desk workers for evening and weekends, which sounds perfect!

Busy Mommy

[mackenzie1017]

Love the update. I can't believe Van is potty training already. Eliot hasn't even started yet. Once we get in the new house, it's a priority. He'll have his own bathroom

Re: Busy Mommy

[danimal234]

Hi Mackenzie,

Just curious, as LA babysits sometimes and has been paid from $10-$19 an hour. In fact, one lady was surprised that what LA asked for was so low. On the other hand, my parents were surprised at how much she was paid. They did the co-op thing....

What seems a reasonable rate to you?

Thanks-Dan

Re: Busy Mommy

[sadiejones]

thought i could weigh in on this discussion since i have been babysitting in Boulder for the last 8 years..... as a mature adult babysitter with 13 years experience, i charged $12 for one kid and $15 for 2-3 kids.

just FYI

Re: Busy Mommy

[joymattingly]

Potty training sounds so advanced for what's going on here, but I suppose that's what it is. He's been pooping in his sleep the last couple of days which wakes him up, so the potty training and the napping haven't been going so well the last couple of days. I had a Mom in my Mom's club whose daughter was potty trained at 4 months, so I thought what the hell, I've got the time. Plus, I've heard it's harder to potty train with boys and my Mom friend mentioned that it's easier to get them started before they are mobile! And I thought isn't that the truth!! I've got boy nephews and they aren't known for sitting still

Babysitting...

[fairyprincess75]

You know Joy, I'll babysit Van for free too! :) I might even try to stay in town some!

Re: Babysitting...

[joymattingly]

anytime you want to take my baby to Malaysia, you let me know. I'm sure he'd love it. The people watching would blow him away.

and thank you for being willing to babysit Van for free. I guess that's just the way it goes for us "Elaborates"!!!

Aunt Jen

[anonymous]

Van sounds like a busy man!!! Potty training and eating are big business for a 9 month old. I applaud your efforts to try and potty train him --tell me if it works for you--you still have 2 nephews that need to be potty-trained. BTW, if you lived closer, I would babysit. Sorry, I had to say it!!!! Hee, Hee!!!

We cannot wait to see you in August and see how Gavin and Van interact now that Gavin is pulling up and cruising. Also, Judson seems to be priming for the NFL as he tackles Gavin on a regular basis. We will see if he does the same to Van.