Pammisue's Life, Laughs, & Loves

2011-08-03T19:12:00.001-07:00

Skating Pictures

2011-05-07T16:45:00.000-07:00

Miranda has a lil friend Celia that she skates with. They were the only two in their level. Miranda was excited to share the podium with her and Celia was good about it too.

Its tough to get Gold when there are only two of you.

Gold and Silver

Ice Skating Competition Spring 2011

2011-05-07T16:40:00.000-07:00

Lil skater girl. She did Great for her competition. She was asking for more events and wanted to keep skating when it was all over. She got Gold for the music program and a silver for the elements. Im just happy she had a good time and wants to keep at it. especially since we just got her some very expensive "real" ice skaters skates.

Bonjour! Ava Hat

2011-03-30T07:57:00.000-07:00

I have been working on my first try on following a crochet pattern. After one huge failure. (bad pattern) and taking apart my first hat (count the stitches it makes a difference). Miranda put on her new pink sparkly hat and the first thing out of her mouth is "bonjour" and then some fake french jibberish after. She wore it to school and was still in France. I wonder if she will still be french when she comes home.
I am now working on the rose to adorn the hat with. I may even attatch it to a hair clip so she (or I) could wear it in her hair or on the hat.

Pattern for hat from http://hooked-on-crochet.blogspot.com/2006/09/new-cap-designs.html

What are you thankful for?

2011-03-24T11:59:00.000-07:00

Days of beautiful spring weather with snow days thrown in between really mess my spring dreams up. I am thankful for sooo many things. What are you thankful for?

My Sweet hubby and our lil family.

Parents who have stayed committed to each other.

Testimony of Christ unconditional love for me.

The cutest lil daughter in the "WHOLE WIDE WORLD"

Pedis with the girls.

These are a few of my favorite things to be thankful for. I pray that we remember the lil things especially when there are so many with so little especially after some of the devastating happenings in the world as of late. God watches over all of his children and loves each of us. He will provide and succor those who need his comfort.

Times are a changin.

2011-03-11T08:19:00.001-08:00

It's about time for me to post news of my life changes.

First a huge change in my work status. I teasingly say I'm "retired". I am no longer employed at Goddard school as an infant room teacher. Oh I miss my sweet babies and teacher friends. Miranda misses them too she loved seeing the babies each day and gave all 14 of them kisses every morning before she went to school.

I am relieved to be able to get so many things cleaned up at home. I've already cleaned the house, organized my closet, who knew I had so many clothes, and sorted out Mirandas clothes. No wonder she complained about underwear being to tight she was wearing ones that were 3 sizes too small. Sorry about that "lil chica".
This week I have been working on the basement. I have found any entire craft store down there. I'm excited to start on some of these crafts, once I get this house in order. I also have bunches of stuff to take to also to sell. Now onto the huge selection of Christmas decorations. The hard part is deciding what to keep and what to throw away and donate. May the organizational gods be with me. One other thing that I have noticed right away was Miranda's attitude and my patience with her. She told me "your such a nice mommy now". I guess having more energy and peace and quiet in the day time gives me more to give to her. Even her behavior at school has improved.
As I keep going I'll try to remember to photo document my progress.

Here's to loving being a "domestic goddess".

Holiday Pagent at Goddard

2010-12-20T16:25:00.000-08:00

Here is the lil "Holiday Pagent" I did at work with my babies. Its not much but what else could i do with the babies. We played on their cuteness.

New Do for a Stylish Girl

2010-12-13T15:00:00.000-08:00

We have been talking about going shorter with Miranda's hair style and she always said "NO". The other day however she took the scissors to her cute long pony tails and when I found out she said she wanted her hair cut. I thought ok lets do this while she is game. So I asked her how short and told me as short as when she was 2. I showed her how short that was in pictures and she got very excited. We took the plunge and yes I miss her long pony tails and even felt a little sad but she LOVES it and her friends love it and we have no remorse. I guess it was the right time. She does however look older than her sweet young 6 years old.

Mirandas first skating competition

2010-11-08T19:35:00.000-08:00

Miranda has been skating for a few months now. She finally has gotten to the basic skills level. She feels good not wearing her helmet and likes to skate for the whole lesson time. She was invited to her first competition and she was very excited to participate. She was hoping to win "the big trophy" just a lil bit of an overachiever but she instead won bronze in her music event and silver in her skills event.

Miranda, her coach and lil friend Celia. heir dresses were a gift for Mirandas birthday and Celia borrowed it. they look so cute.

I think her favorite part is the outfit, hair and makeup.

Proud little medalist.

Well she kept calling 3rd place last place which it technically was but they only put 3 in each category so everyone gets at least a bronze.

Happy 6th Bday Mirandas

2010-08-23T19:30:00.000-07:00

Miranda's First Skating Lesson

2010-06-21T19:01:00.000-07:00

Miranda asked for a pair of ice skates for Christmas so sweet Uncle Pete got her a nice pair. We signed up for lessons in May and this is a video of her first lesson. Now I try to be a sympathetic mom but I have to truley restrain myself from laughing at her antics. I cant always tell if its a show or if she is being real. Anyway she is still taking lessons. She still moves the same speed but she concentrates on NOT FALLING. she has also figured out that if you are slow enough the group will return to the side of the rink you are on and you dont have to g all the way and back before they move onto something else. hmmm too smart i think. ill get more footage as she improves. it may be awhile. teehee.

Funny Moments Pres Monson

2010-06-13T06:26:00.000-07:00

Funny General Conference Moments

2010-06-13T06:24:00.001-07:00

Dancing at Dorney

2010-06-11T19:19:00.000-07:00

Inspired by Nie Nie

2010-05-05T19:15:00.000-07:00

I have been following Nie Nie's blog for a few months now. She has inspired me many times as she works through her challenges and recovery. I am grateful for her testimony. Here is her mormon message. It is so inspiring.

Good bye Sweet Ralphie

2010-04-20T17:51:00.000-07:00

I have been putting off writing this post. I am still struggling to get over the loss of our sweet lil dog, Ralph. We had to put him down last week unexpectedly. He was diagnosed too late with diabetes that had already started to shut down and damage his other organs.
The toughest part is not having him greet me when I come home or waking up not having him there to let out. his spot on the couch where it is indented looks empty without him. I could go on in all the ways hes made my life better. (tears are now falling). I miss you Ralph I hope you are enjoying chasing those heavenly bunnies. We love you and thank you for blessing our lives with you lil puppy dog spirit.

Easter Eggs Hunting 2010

2010-04-06T17:09:00.000-07:00

We had our family easter eggs hunt and easter dinner last saturday. The older boys (aka Easter bunnies) hid the eggs (dropped them on the lawn) and the younger ones picked them up. We were lucky enough to have a friend let us use their nice big back yard. It was alot of fun.

Peighton, Abram, Grace, Miranda, Tucker

Abram

Miranda

Grace

Tucker

Peighton

Miranda

Easter Poser

Abram and Miranda

Peighton and Miranda

Look who can read.

2010-02-25T15:33:00.000-08:00

Miranda brought home this book from the school library. She told me she was going to read it to me and then proceeded to read it to me. Shock and amazed I had to document this major mile stone. Great job Miranda you lil smarty.

Snow day blues, Summer wishes

2010-02-11T09:55:00.000-08:00

After much convincing Miranda went outside in the snow to play.

Doris & Miranda

Doris and Miranda had a snowball fight across the driveway. It was pretty cute because neither of them could throw far enough to reach the other side.

We have been snowed in for the past two days with 16 inches of snow. Too bad we have to go out and shovel. When I say "we" I really mean "me". Joe is out of town. ohh the life of a sales mans wife. I do have good neighbors who came by with their snowblower and finished it up for me. So the "we" is back in play. The snow plow guy even took pity on me and moved the snow from the road that blocked my driveway. (shhh, don't let anyone know he did it though).

After Miranda got finished playing she had the realization that snow is cold and began to drama cry. You would have thought she was just rescued from mount everest and had frost bitten toes. She now is running around the house in her "summer" clothes and has stated that she will NEVER go out in the snow again. I still think Arizona would be the perfect place to live even in the hot summers.

Ya, that's more like it. Think warm thoughts.

One Heart Bulgaria Charity for Orphans

2010-02-06T18:03:00.001-08:00

Winter Olympics here we come.

2010-01-23T15:34:00.000-08:00

Since my Christmas elves video has expired I thought I should put up a new jibjab video. I cant wait for the olympics to start. Here is a lil preview of the ice skating competition. Tee-hee.

Personalize funny videos and birthday eCards at JibJab!

First Lost Tooth

2010-01-10T18:40:00.000-08:00

It finally came out. Miranda had been working on it for a week or two. She has three others loose so she will have a gaping hole right in the front. The tooth fairy gave her $2. She wasn't sure she wanted to give her tooth up but when she saw the cash she was happy to. In her words "I love money".

Nails painted by Daddy

2010-01-03T17:54:00.000-08:00

Miranda loves getting her nails done and Daddy did his best to paint them pink for her.

Photo Shop Magic

2010-01-03T16:01:00.000-08:00

I was getting pretty frustrated while designing my holiday card this year. It first of all was late getting out and I could not find a family picture that we all looked good in. I decided to try to work some photoshop magic.

Original picture

I was looking in the wrong direction and the background didn't look very nice.

Here is the edited photo for the card. I cut out and moved my eye balls to look ahead and shaded in the background. I look a lil surprised but I think it will work. Not to shabby.

Christmas Wishes

2009-12-21T19:47:00.000-08:00

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

Grandparents Lovin

2009-11-29T08:53:00.000-08:00

Grandma & Grandpa Fitzsimmons

Grandma Fernandez

We love living close by our family. Especially our parents.

Miranda has been able to get to know her grandparents and loves spending time with them.

We love you Grandma Erva, Grandma Sally and Grandpa Cliff

Walt Disney World 2009

2009-10-30T19:14:00.001-07:00

We just got back from a fun trip to Disney World. We ate great, played hard, and made wonderful family memories. Miranda is already putting her money in the piggy for her next trip (not as soon as she wishes).

Entering the "Working Mom" Force

2009-10-17T13:23:00.000-07:00

We decided last week that I needed to see what I could do about getting a job. I was not feeling positive about finding anything seeing how so many are out of work now and are struggling to find new jobs. So after I got over the dread I laced up my boots and hit the pavement. Now I am a very religious person and truley feel that we can be guided and directed to where we need to be. I fasted and prayed to find an employer and work place that would be best for me and especially a situation where Miranda would still be able to have her needs met. I wasn't fully convinced that I needed to be a "working mom" but I feel if I do the work then I'll get to where I need to be. So I went over to the community center where I used to work and let them know I was looking, no promises. I took a scentsy sampler over to one of my past customers who wanted to order. After I did that I thought hey let me go over to this pre school close by and apply. Now I had applied with them 2 years before but was onlly looking for part time work and had called about 6 months ago as well to see if they had anything. My neighbor works there and we have discussed it as well. So I thought no harm if I tried it one more time. I went in and my neighbor was in the office and the other director ( I was not aware my neighbor was the assistant director). They told me that they had a teachers position open and were interviewing. So I took the application home filled it out and decided to return it that afternoon. I also needed to get a copy of my school credits. so I went to the college and got a copy as well as seeing if they had any positions open. They only had a temp position open and it was part time. So I returned my application to the first school and was told to go get my clearances done. I called the next day (by my neighbor) for an interview on wed. ok. I went in with all my clearances and even a few referral letters I knew they'd ask me for. The interview went great. I thought to myself. Now if I don't get this job it will be because Heavenly Father has other plans for me. I did everything I could. So that afternoon. I get a call from the owner offering me the job and asking if I could start the next day. (they new I would be gone this next week). So on thurs I started my orientation and friday was my first day. Miranda goes to the kindergarten after care. She said she didn't miss me so I'm taking that as a good sign. I get to teach the 1year old class. I'm excited to get to decorate my classroom and plan my lessons. I feel this is where I need to be and I am truly blessed. "Lead me guide me walk beside me help me find the way"

Graduated to the School Bus

2009-10-09T13:31:00.000-07:00

The final milestone on Miranda's way back to walking is riding the school bus to school. Yesterday she finally did it. She actualy did it sooner than I thought she would. Miranda insisted on leaving for the bus stop early (it would have been at the crack of dawn if she had it her way). When we got there she was all smiles her lil neighbor friend took her under her wing. She holds Mirandas hand on and off the bus and even walked her to class. I had nothing to worry about. She had her lil angel with her. I asked her when she got off the bus from school if she like it and if she wanted to ride it again tomorrow. Her response was a huge "yes". The evil mommy in me used the bus as a threat for her to get out of bed faster today. Hey if you can't get out of bed you will miss the bus. I am very proud of her. Her physical therapist even said she only needs to see her one more time next week.

Boo-tiful Skirt (and Girl)

2009-10-05T13:31:00.000-07:00

I had this great fabric from the material girls quilt shop in Utah that I needed to make a skirt for Halloween with. I knew if I didn't do it this week Miranda would not get to wear it much before the holiday. So today she gussied herself all Halloweenish for school to kick off the Halloween season. What a cute model.

Goals Calander

2009-10-05T13:06:00.000-07:00

I love to make lists and pretty paper to put my lists on. Here is what I am using to set my daily goals for the week. Each topic and day has a column. I put exercise, household, menu, scripture study, and crafting as topics at the top. I left it so I can change them put depending on what I need to focus on. then I put the specifics. like if I want to do pilates for that day or get my laundry done. Its a fun way to organise my day and to keep improving in important areas. Now to add my disclaimer. I don't always get my goals accomplished and we all know that life happens that way. But if I at least have my focus planned out I wont (hopefully) sit on the couch with a box of mallamars wasting the day away on my computer. Heres to dreaming.

Birthday Bike Test Ride

2009-10-05T10:50:00.000-07:00

We have been waiting till Miranda is strong enough to ride her new bike. She got it from her wonderful brother for her birthday. Unfortunately she also broke her leg that same night and has not been able to ride it. Now that she is walking we decided it would be fun to take it for a spin. She did pretty good and I have to tell you it is a great bike and much easier to ride than her hand me down.

Hand Bag Happiness

2009-09-27T18:23:00.000-07:00

Here is my cute handbag I finished today. I cant wait to use it tomorrow when I go shopping. How stylish I'll be. I should make one for Mirand so we match. Tee-hee. Of course she would have to have one in pink.

Cast Off, Horray

2009-09-27T18:17:00.000-07:00

Yipee. Miranda got her cast off. She had such a great attitude about having to be in a cast. She is still weak and has to get her leg muscles stronger. She starts therapy on Tuesday. She has graduated to a walker for school but still is not walking or putting weight on her leg.

"I'm so dizzy me head is spinning"

2009-09-19T06:36:00.000-07:00

Miranda is finding new ways to entertain herself with her broken leg. She can get going pretty fast with her spin. Hey at least shes happy right. It takes alot to keep this girl down. 3 more days and I hope were done.

Wallace Tether Ball Champ

2009-09-19T06:27:00.000-07:00

This is my brothers dog playing tetherball. I'm sorry for how many times I say it's hysterical, but it is. You can also hear my brother telling his stories in the background. (he always has good stories). We had so much fun n our trip to Utah this summer. Miranda asked to go to Utah on sunday. She said "I miss Uncle mike and my cousins". I'm so glad she will have memories of family fun.

Lady Bug Wishes

2009-09-16T10:32:00.000-07:00

I have been trying to think of a name for my website and i'm leaning towards something with either lady bugs or bees, beehives in it. I had some pics of Miranda in her lady bug dress that I made and I was messing around with photoshop. there is so much I don't know how to do yet. I am trying to learn more about website design and about graphic design so here is one of my pieces. I added the lady bug and the effects. I like how artsy it looks. What do you think. Do you have any photo editing tools you like to use?

Born in the wrong time.

2009-09-13T17:55:00.000-07:00

I always thought I was born in the wrong era. As for Joe maybe he should stay in the here and now. I may have to tweek his a bit more.

Lurking for new friends

2009-09-13T14:44:00.000-07:00

I have been lurking around various blogs today. so many neat and wonderful stories. I even found a women who also had her child break their leg on the trampoline. same place as Miranda did just before school started I told you trampolines are evil. (click link to see more proof)
I found some great up-cycling(http://theoldpaintedcottage.blogspot.com/) and some inspirational blogs as well. They are each on my blog list to follow. Ive also decided I need a fairy godmother. any volunteers?

Happy Birthday Hubby

2009-09-10T07:24:00.000-07:00

Birthday Cakes from WiddlyTinks.com

I have to wish my sweet hubby a happy birthday. I always tease him about how much older he is than me. But I have to admit he has been through stages of life I have yet to experience and he shows me how to get through them. He also teases me that I am going to be the one in the wheel chair and he will push me. I don't care whos pushing who as long as we are together pushing each other to keep going and to be strong. Your my rock Joe. I love you!

Computer Overdose

2009-09-08T18:51:00.000-07:00

I am Addicted to my new computer. I know the floors need cleaning and the toilet has that lovely line that is going to reach up and grab me next time I sit down. But I can't help it. I honestly got on the computer at noon just to get my bills and budget updated. It is now 9pm and I still am on this drug with a keyboard and I am getting the deer in the headlight stare from looking at the screen too long. Hey didn't I have a child I was supposed to care for today? (I did feed her). well I may have to ground myself from this evil device tomorrow and hide the "crackberry" too. But at least my blog looks cute and my Ipod is full of great music and even some books. Don't they have support groups for this. Oh yeah thats what Relief Society is for. Talk about inspiration. Tee-Hee.

Miranda saying of the day

2009-09-08T18:24:00.001-07:00

While coming out of school. Miranda dramatically places the back of her hand on her forehead and says" I had so much fun at school today I have a headache". Oh the trials of a 5 year old.

10 Years and Counting

2009-09-05T08:33:00.000-07:00

I am so proud of lil family. This week Joe and I celebrated 10 years together.

I tease that our secret to staying together so long is that he travels so much its more like 2 years together. But seriously he is missed when he is not home and we wish we could live closer so we can be together more often. I do want to be sure to share how thankful I am for being blessed with a loving sweet husband who takes his role as a provider very seriously and works so hard to help others as well. Thank You Joe. Your loved more than you know and I hope I can be better at conveying that to you.

New Catalog Yipee

2009-09-01T19:11:00.000-07:00

I'm hooked again. Scentsy has given us another wonderful new catalog FILLED with amazing new items. Like: Travel tins, Mid sized warmers, New designs for plug-ins, and nose tingling new scents. They make me want to tell everyone about it (so excuse me if I'm Scentsified for a while). I'd love to give you a catalog and let you sniff away on those new scents. Come see my Scentsy site.

Weekend as a "City Gal"

2009-08-30T17:21:00.000-07:00

We had a great time seeing the sites of NYC. We even took in a show. "Mary Poppins" (my favorite fictional character). Even Joe enjoyed the show. Miranda clapped and cheered after each number and Uncle Pete was caught singing along with a few of the songs. It rained off and on butMiranda was prepared with her pink umbrella.

Do we blend in?
Big Brother in training. I can't wait for her to call and tell him "Lets go shopping". He'd probably take her too.
Meet Charissa. Miranda's new doll. I think they look a lot alike.
We had a fun birthday shopping trip at "American Girl Doll Place". Miranda researched which doll she wanted on the internet and grabbed her as soon as we went in to the store. It was a lil girls dream store.

The day was too long for the poor lil city girl. Time square and no place to take a nap.

First day of school cast and all

2009-08-30T17:15:00.000-07:00

Miranda is all ready for her first day of kindergarten. Unfortunately she didn't get to ride the bus but once she has her cast off we will make it a special day. Her teacher is Mrs. McCauley and she even has a friend from church in her class.

All of this parent talk is BORING. When you ask Miranda about her first day of school all she can say is it was "Boring". (almost said with a sing song voice). She liked the rest of the week much better.

Trampolines are EVIL!!!

2009-08-28T08:00:00.000-07:00

I have tons of pictures to show you from Mirandas birthday, our weekend in NYC, and the first day of school. BUT I have gotten distracted because "Trampolines are EVIL". Monday night Miranda had family over for birthday cake and gifts. She got a beautiful "big girl" bike from her brother and was waiting for dinner to be over before she opened her other gifts. She and her cousins went out to pass time on the trampoline. Next thing I know she is crying on the trampoline and I run out to get her. Apparently there was some slipping and landing on each other, littlest (miranda) ended up on the bottom. I thought she'd feel better soon but she kept it up and seemed to be getting more upset. Of course we all had our opinions and felt she may be dramatising. So Joe and I took her for a ride in the direction of the ER. We still weren't sure she was really hurt. She calmed down in daddy's arms and even fell asleep. So we decided to go back home. She was coaxed to open her presents and was excited to eat cake as well she played with some of her spoiles. Still she would not stand on either legs. No swelling and no pain when we touched her. So I gave her some pain meds. and she went to bed, at 2am she woke up in pain and I moved her to the couch she still kept her leg bent to ease the pain. Tue morning I gave her a bath and took her to the minor Emergency center. They took x-rays and low and behold. "SHE BROKE HER LEG". She has a beautiful purple cast and toe nails polished to match. She also has a small wheel chair to use for school. As you can see she isn't fazed one bit by all of this. She is amazing and plays contently. No fussing. (so far, this is only day 4 I wonder when she will get bored with all this.)

Cake Day

2009-08-18T16:52:00.000-07:00

Today was "Cake Day". Miranda and I worked all afternoon on her cake. It was my first time using fondant. Miranda rolled it and kneeded the colors in. She called it "playdough frosting". I think she did a super job mixing those colors. We have a chef in the making.

Flowers for Conor

2009-08-18T07:47:00.000-07:00

We went to visit Grandpa & Grandma as they were RVing in Hershey. Conor, Tucker & Isaiah (her cousins) had been staying with them. So the older boys took off on their bikes for a ride to the pool with Grandpa. As they were riding down Conor's shoe slipped off the peddle and into the spokes of his wheel. He of course went flying. We thought he'd been done in. Luckily he had minor scrapes and his bike was fine as well. Miranda was concerned and felt she could cheer him up with some "wild" flowers (what we call weeds) . He wasn't impressed but she didn't care. It's the thought that counts.

Let The Celebrations Begin

2009-08-16T12:24:00.000-07:00

I wasn't sure we were doing a birthday party for Miranda this year but she had already told her friends. She chose 3 girls to come to an afternoon cupcake party and is having family over another night. Not only is she having these "small" parties but we had plans on staying in NYC for the weekend with the "Fernandez Gang". Which has grown to over 20 people. So we thought a show would be nice (wow they are expensive and tough to get). So she gets to go to "American Girl Doll Place" and choose her own doll. I think she will get enough excitement!!! The perks of being an only child.

Under Consruction

2009-08-13T18:55:00.000-07:00

I've been wanting to go to a 3 column layout so I finally found a site to do it for me. I did have to set my stuff back up but it kept my postings. So I'll keep adding as I go and rearranging. I have some summer postings in the works hopefully I'll get them up soon.

Scary Mary

2009-07-28T17:54:00.000-07:00

I love Mary Poppins but this gives me the creeps.

Tote Bag Diva

2009-07-26T17:28:00.000-07:00

We had a sewing class at Relief Society the other night. It was fun to learn some of the basic sewing ticks. Miranda loved getting a church tote bag out of it. Our instructor gave me an A+. if only I got grades like that as a teenager trying to sew a three armed sweatshirt. It got my creative juices flowing. I may have to had a pocket and maybe even some ruffles. tee-hee.

Climbing Toys

2009-07-16T19:19:00.000-07:00

Uncle Mike & Cousins

2009-07-16T19:07:00.000-07:00

We were able to visit my brother Mike and his family this past weekend. We had so much fun. It was great to chat and catch up with everyone. Miranda loved jumping all over Mike and the boys. They carried her around and humored her when she wanted to hold hands and give kisses. She also learned a few wrestling moves. If you wonder why she looks like she is posing in every picture it' s because she is. If she saw a camera pointed in her direction she'd strick a pose. I hope we can get out again realy soon.

Mother & Daughter Pedi's

2009-06-11T09:38:00.001-07:00

While Miranda & I were visiting Joe in Cape Cod it rained a lot. So we decided to go get Miranda her first Pedicure. She was so excited. The whole time she giggled and smiled. At one point she leans over to me and whispers "this is awesome". All the women in the shop were watching her enjoy her pedi. One of the technicians said "I wish my mom would have done that with me when I was little". They even painted lil lady bugs on her toes to match her dress. She only smudged it a lil. She is still showing everyone (even total strangers) her lady bug toes.

cape cod

2009-06-11T07:58:00.000-07:00

We decided to visit Joe as he worked in Cape Cod last week. Unfortunately it rained most of the time. We did find one afternoon to enjoy a walk on the beach. Miranda and I mostly did girly stuff like shopping and even got pedicures. It was fun to be away. I don't know how Joe can drive so much. I am still recovering. Here is a little scrapbook of our trip.

Joe showed Miranda how to eat a lobster. She was not even interested a lil in tasting it. Good, she'll be a cheap date.

We Hope to go back to Cape Cod on a sunny day. There are so many things to do there. I just need to forget how long the ride felt. It was nice having the time as a family.

Scentsy Sale 50% off My Scentsy Stock

2009-05-28T18:47:00.000-07:00

Pre-School Graduation

2009-05-27T18:48:00.000-07:00

Oh my how they grow. It seems like it was just 4 years ago I was holding my sweet lil baby girl in my arms. Now she is graduating. Thank goodness it's just from pre school. Miranda loved St Stephens school and her sweet teachers.

Miranda's Teacher Mrs. Hyman & Mrs. Barger

Anthony, Miranda's Brother, drove all the way from Brooklyn, NY just for her Graduation. What a sweet brother.

The Pre School Graduate, Miranda is all ready for Kindergarten. She is so proud of herself. We are proud of her too.

Motherhood is a gift.

2009-05-14T18:53:00.000-07:00

Even though I have a beautiful child now I remember going through the trials of infertility. Yes we "can't" have more children of our own (so they say). One day we hope to have more children in our family. We are great full for our lil miracle, Miranda. My heart goes out to all of those struggling with infertility.

My New Obsession

2009-05-12T13:54:00.000-07:00

I have been obsessed with sewing skirts. I still have bunches of fabric and Miranda chose more at he fabric store yesterday. I think I'll have to pace myself so the house doesn't fall apart. Here are some of my recent creations.

Why can't more men send flowers?

2009-05-07T17:34:00.000-07:00

I thought this was a great play on words. bu the question is still out there. hint hint Joe.

Panademic Prep. Kit

2009-04-28T13:10:00.000-07:00

Panademic prep. (better safe than fluey)

Fom the American Red Cross.

Supplies: vitamins, prescription meds, cough and cold medicine, fever and pain relievers (ibuprofen or acetaminophen), anti-diarrhea medication, soap, bleach, hand sanitizer, paper towels, tissues, thermometer, box of disposable gloves, at least 1 high quality surgical mask, electrolyte drinks and baking soda. I would throw in toilet paper for good measure. Look for sales and you can do this for so reasonable.
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I chose a bucket, because I had buckets. You can use anything you want to keep the supplies in. I hope these supplies save me from kicking the bucket. Bucket it up girls.
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It took about 5-7 minutes to assemble it. Watch a fruit of the loom commercial, or put the kit in the bucket. It's a tough choice, I know.
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If the flu virus hits your household: keep everyone's personal items separate/Avoid sharing computers, pens, papers, clothes, bedding utensils, etc./ Disinfect door knobs, switches, handles, toys, and common shared touched areas./ Disinfectant: 1 gallon water to 1/4 c. bleach/ It's okay to wash everyone's dishes and clothes together. Use detergent and very hot water. Wash hands after handling dirty clothes./ Wear disposable gloves when in contact with or cleaning up body fluids./ One person should be the caregiver. Wear a mask if care giving./ Always wash hands vigorously for at least 15 seconds. Nails included. Use paper towels to dry hands if possible.
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*Electrolyte drink: 1 qt. water/ 1/2 tsp. baking soda/ 1/2 tsp table salt/ 3 to 4 tbsp. sugar/ 1/4 tsp salt substitute/ Mix well and flavor with lemon juice or sugar free Kool-Aid. Can you say yummy.
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Have extra food and water on hand always. It is just a good idea. If you are afflicted, you aren't going anywhere for awhile.
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For more information: www.redcross.org
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This is a thought: we need to have these things on hand in our homes because we will not be able to share needed items as easily, because of the spreading of the flu. It wouldn't be like borrowing sugar for a cake.

Ballet Costume Fitting

2009-04-22T15:42:00.000-07:00

Miranda had costume fitting for her recital in June. She calls it the "Fire Bird" costume after the ballet. It was cute to watch the girls do their routine for us. Miranda was winking and blowing kisses the whole time but still managed to stay caught up.

Easter Dress

2009-04-13T18:51:00.000-07:00

Easter pictures with an attitude.
Don't let her fool you.

I love taking pictures of Miranda. She poses and poses. I need a faster camera since she is on to the next pose before I get the picture.

New Fabric (Merging Blogs)

2009-04-08T19:51:00.000-07:00

Miranda & I went fabric shopping the other day. this is dangerous because She thinks she needs to buy any and all of the fabrics with princesses, barbie, tinkerbell, or any thing pink. I actualy was lucky to limit it to these 5. I also bought embelishments to go with the fabric so the bill got up there pretty fast. I'm hoping to have it done for our trip to Disney in Sept. We hope. I'm supposed to be working on craft show stuff too so I better get busy.

Princess Dress (Merging Blogs)

2009-04-08T19:50:00.000-07:00

I didnt have the time today but did it anyway. I started Miranda's pricess dress. I like it but I am not sure if its looking too costumey. I may take off the white ruffle on the top and add floral lace on the sides at the hip where the under skirt shows. I wasn't going to put the yellow piece down the fromt but I made the bodice too small so I thought it would dress it up with the center panel. I have to finish sewing it all together. It is still half pinned together. It will be fun to see her wear it to Disney world.

Follow up: I have decided to make it a skirt and top. I may even make some capris to match. I had it finished but the sleves were too tight and cut into her lil arm pits. So I am reworking it. Pictures coming soon.

Inspiration (Merging Blogs)

2009-04-08T19:49:00.001-07:00

My mind is filled with fun things to make. These are a bunch of girls clothes I am hoping to make similar items for Miranda to wear. We just got bunches of cute fabric that miranda picked out and embellishments to match. I have been dying to set aside some time to get started. Deciding what to make is almost half the fun. Dreaming of twirling skirts and ruffles. its a good thing I have a little girl to dress up. I wouldnt know what to do with a boy.

I love looking for inspiration on Etsy.com. I am amazed and inspired by the many crafty people. I will try to give credit to those talented people.

This skirt is so cute and puffy. I love it when a little girl looks like well a little girl. Its made by Bananfana.

Made by Gocksfrocks . These are some cute pants. I love the ruffles. The nice thing about these is that a kid can grow into them and wear them as capris as they get older.

I love the cute lil apron and the bold colors.

I love to attatch a skirt to a tshirt. This is fun with the multi fabrics. I can see lots of twirling.

Cute Skirts. I have a soft spot for apron skirts. I made one for miranda in a pink cord. I got the inspiration from this cutie. made by Gockfrocks.

I love this patchwork skirt. I have alot of scrap fabric that would be adorable in a skirt like this.

These cute outfits are made by hullabaloo botique. I love the fabric and the cute pants to match.

Craft Brain Storm (Merging my Blogs)

2009-04-08T19:45:00.000-07:00

Brain storm a coming batter down the hatches its a doozie.
recipe box. menu planner chart. digi scrapin cards
fhe box with activity cards ( digi scraped). similar to the recipe box.
princess dress.
princess skirt and top
tinker bell skirt or pants outfit
I am a child of god church bags
name banner with chip board
hair bows
baby doll bassinets
baby doll blanket
baby doll bag and diapers
snot rags
baby doll carrier
aprons
dominoes pins & tutorial
modge podge eggs
table runners
out side floral arrangments
hand bags sewn
home made by labels

Do Re Me

2009-04-08T19:08:00.000-07:00

My friend Marie posted this on her blog. This is a family fav song at our home. Its one we always sing to Miranda at bed time. Joe actually knows all the words, thats amazing in itself.

At The Rainbows End

2009-04-02T18:45:00.000-07:00

Almost at the rainbows end. This past year Joe and I have had a lot on our plate. He is still traveling 4-5 days a week. We finally sold our rental property, our tenants moved out last Sept. After paying 3 out of 9 months of rent. We then remodeled and painted. Our wonderful neighbor purchased the house for his mother and has moved her in. Now that we have money from the sell of the house we are finally putting in new carpets, it only took 5 years and getting rid of my poor cat that nobody wanted (except Miranda) She was a very naughty cat. My carpets are proof of that. We also are getting our fence fixed and repainted. My brother has been out of work so he is doing it for us. We finally got me a new car. The old one had 254,000. miles on it. Anthony is enjoying it's last days. Our next project is to get a shed, clean out the garage and basement (not on my list of a good time)and even getting a deck and landscaping in the back yard. Everything we have been wanting to do since we moved here. Oh and the big one. We are going to Disney World and staying at the Disney Caribbean resort. (I do have to admit we got a fantastic deal.)Please don't think I'm bragging. I am counting our blessings. I feel stronger and a moving desire to lift the burdens of others. I feel renewed in my desire to be a better wife, mother and yes homemaker. I also feel the overwhelming desire to be a better christian. The rain is slowing but as we all know there will be more. I am thankful for the warm sunshine of life today. It gives be courage to face the storm clouds I will have to face another day.

Temples

2009-03-25T19:27:00.000-07:00

Disney Trip

2009-03-18T19:33:00.000-07:00

We have been talking about going back to Disney World since our last trip there in Dec 07. Every time Miranda finds any coins in the house she picks it up and says" this is for our trip to Disney, or this is Disney money." I have found her collecting the change out of my purse to put in the big bank as well. So now that we sold the rental property and have our bills paid off and cards paid off, we are serious. We aren't sure if were using holiday inn points or if we will say at a Disney resort. The clock is ticking our tentative date is May 1-5. We have to decide this week so we can find good air fare. Now that is a story in its own. But we do have points to redeem.

Book Drawing

2009-03-16T17:40:00.000-07:00

I have entered in a drawing to win a set of books from Annette Lyon at mormonmommyblogs.blogspot.com you can enter too. I am thinking Ill have to order it if I dont win.

Win the entire set of four books. value of $65.

Bulgarian Charity

2009-03-13T17:28:00.000-07:00

Some of you may know that I served my church mission in Bulgaria. One of my comanions there runs a charity for Bulgarian Orphans. She was also featured in LDS Living magazine this month. I thought it would be nice to show you their recent video of their current trip to Bulgaria.

Hidden Veggies

2009-03-13T10:55:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Jamie for posting a comment on my blog responding to my need for recipes I have found 3 new cookbooks. Deceptively Delicious, Sneaky chef for kids and for your man. All of these books are written to hide veggies in regular meals and desserts. I've tried 3 so far. Last night we had pink pancakes, with beet juice & apple sauce mixed in. They were gobbled down. We tried grilled cheese sandwiches with carrots puree snuck inside. Not our fav the puree was too mushy. But at dinner we had mashed potatoes with cauliflower mixed in. Yummy. I am planning on trying brownies with spinach snuck in. Hmmm how will it taste. An adventure I am excited to try.

Come What May and Love It

2009-03-11T20:17:00.000-07:00

Tonight I was blessed to be asked to go to a long time family friends home to give them much needed hair cuts. Both the husband and wife are older. She is bed ridden and has disabilities relating to a stroke a number of years ago. I know when I go over it will not be a short visit. However each time I go I feel enriched from their example of eternal love. He cares for her so sweetly feeding, changing, and caring. The bed is perfectly made so she wont get sores or be uncomfortable. He cares for her so sweetly and dearly. I usually bring Miranda with me, when I dont he asks me to bring her next time. It was so cute how she gives him hugs and kisses and holds her hand and gives her kisses. A couple hours after we left I got a phone call from him thanking me and telling me how much it meant to him for us to come over and how I am teaching Miranda so well. She melts his heart. He even volunteered to watch her for me if I ever need his help. He is a wonderful example of "Come What May and Love It" .

Pearls of Great Price

2009-03-11T18:12:00.000-07:00

A man filled with the love of God is not content to bless his family alone, but ranges through the whole world, anxious to bless the whole human race. Joseph Smith Jr.

I love this talk by Pres Utchdorf, "Happiness our Heritage. I was wondering if I need to put off my desires to create but when I listen to this message it says to me that God has given me that desire and it is a blessing to have these abilities. I can bless others with my talent.

Princess Dresses to Make

2009-03-06T11:37:00.001-08:00

I am going to make Miranda some princess dresses for our future trip to Disney world. We went shopping for fabric and Miranda chose a cute Disney princess fabric with Cinderella, Snow White, Ariel, and Belle on it on a blue fabric. I got a yellow with small flowers to match it as well as a nice daisy lace to trim it. I thought I could make the skirt in the blue as well as the cap sleeves. The bodice and under skirt will be in the yellow. It should turn out cute. We picked out some other fabrics too but I want to get this dress going and done first. Wish me luck.

Similar to this one from etsy, but with the princess fabric.

Give me your hungry, your poor and your recipies!!

2009-03-05T07:20:00.000-08:00

I am trying to compile a collection of easy and tasty meals. I am not the greatest cook but I can follow recipes pretty well. The only issue I have is I do Not like most vegetables, but I think if I find some good ways to cook them and give them a better flavor I may be able to turn around. i have tried broccoli MANY times it does not taste good and onions are a HUGE issue. So if you have any good recipes suitable for a small family that you have found is for the general audience please share it with me. If you do I will put it on a special decorative recipe card I Digitaly scrapbooked and give you a copy for your files.

Miranda Quotes

2009-03-03T12:55:00.000-08:00

I have to confess I find it quit difficult to keep a straight face when Miranda comes out with her cute comments. Some require great control especially when I should be correcting her. But hey, "Out of the mouth of babes".

One day she asked for "Bagel candy" = life savers.

She has given both Joe and I labels. I'm her "Twin", and Daddy is her "Buddy". Oh Ralph, the dog is her Buddy too. She will not budge. I can not be her buddy.

This one is especially sweet. First thing one morning Miranda comes running in to me and says "Mommy, I feel Jesus in my heart."

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One night we were eating dinner and I hear a very adult sounding voice say, "So Mommy, hows the laundry?"

We have been trying to keep Miranda in her own bed at night. She gets lonely and tries to convince us that she needs to sleep in our bed. One night she is not only tired but daddy is out of town. I am in bed and she comes to me crying. "Mommy I need to sleep in your bed, it is so "cute," I need to sleep in the cute bed."

I have flashes of Miranda being a teenager. She informed me on the way home from preschool that her and Devin "broke up". AHHHH.

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I have a lil fashionist on my hands. She asked me the other day. "Do I look FABULOUS or STYLISH? I replied she looks both fabulous and stylish. I was then instructed to pick one not both.

Rachel's 2nd skating number

2009-02-25T13:05:00.000-08:00

This is Rachels 2nd skating number at her competition on feb 14th. Her grandma Jonie made the costume. Rachel choreographed both of her skating numbers.

Rachel Skating

2009-02-25T08:25:00.000-08:00

I wanted to share a great video of my niece Rachel. She is an amazing and dedicated ice skater. We were able to go see her competition on Feb 14th and cheer for her. She took 1st in both her numbers and also took 1st in the all around. What a woman. I tease that I wont have Miranda start skating because I don't want to freeze all the time while watching her. But if she could be half as dedicated and talented as Rachel it would be worth it to keep the skating bug alive in the family.

Miranda's Cooking Show

2009-02-18T19:28:00.000-08:00

Miranda loves to make her own PB&J sandwiches. She was playing cooking show (she plays it with daddy) So I got the camera out and she put on her show. Rachel Ray watch out. Future Cooking star on her way. I was trying to help her but she informed me that I couldn't talk. Disney Channel has a short cooking show that she is getting her tips from.

Queen of My Castle

2009-02-17T17:01:00.000-08:00

I have the nesting bug. I have to admit I enjoy making lists, planning my attack on my chores, making beautiful schedules, and compliing recipeies. I have found a bunch of fun websites and creative women who enjoy many of the same things.

http://controllingmychaos.blogspot.com/ I love her recipeie cards and digital scrapin ideas. she exposed me to shabby princess.com

http://rocksinmydryer.typepad.com/shannon/

http://virtuallyorganized.com/blog/

http://mealplanningmommies.blogspot.com/

http://tipjunkie.blogspot.com/

All of these women have inspired me to fall in love with homemaking. Hey even cleaning can be enriching and I can be creative too.

Here is my "Mega job chart", I am working on actually doing all of it when I'm supposed too but it is set up so if I do miss a task I can make it up during the week or next week.

I also made a menu planner hoping it will inspire me to cook more substantial meals and be better when grocery shopping.

New Car Yipee

2009-02-07T17:40:00.000-08:00

Yes we finally got a new car. Joe has been needing to get a new car since his work requires a new car every 4 years. We have been stalling but the day has come. I inherit the ford escape and Joe gets this beauty. Its a Jeep liberty. It took all day at the dealership and finally at 6pm we got it all finalized. one of the best things is we got it at 0% financing. yipee. Now I have to get the ford cleaned up and serviced and get my sad bonniville a new home. It was an amazing car after 254,000 miles still actually runs.

Lips are for kissing

2009-02-06T14:18:00.000-08:00

I was told when Miranda was a baby that I "kissed her too much". I would say in response that "I'm getting the kissing in now cause one day she wont let me give her kisses". So now that she is four years old she is a very "Kissy" child. We have taught her that we don't kiss on the lips. She refers to lip kisses as "married kisses". I hope she doesn't learn other wise. tee-hee. Well in this video miranda has applied my lipstick. (quit well I might add) and is blowing many kisses. I am trying to be stern because she put my lipstick on but I think she knows that she and her kisses are too cute and is not phased.

Circus Elephant

2009-02-01T11:04:00.000-08:00

Miranda had her school Circus program on Friday. She was an elephant with her friend Russell. She has been practicing and practicing. My favorite part was the cute yarn tale tied to her pants. She makes a great elephant sound as well. Grandma, Grandpa, And Aunt Vicky all came to the circus. We even got popcorn.

Baby Hungry

2009-01-21T13:40:00.000-08:00

I am sooooo baby hungry. I don't know what it is lately. Every time I see a new baby I have to do everything I can to not pick her or him up and cuddle. I know most moms would not be thrilled with me "stealing" their child (especially if they are complete strangers at the grocery store). I was even mashing up my brown bananas for the freezer and thought, "This would make great baby food". I do hope to either get pregnant (difficult but not impossible. see miranda), adopt (money not saved for that yet), or do foster care again (who knows if we would get a baby and if we are staying in PA). So until we decide or He makes another miracle happen I will have to make faces at other peoples babies and remember "In the Lords time". PS if anyone needs a "BABY sitter" I just may be available especially if they are under 6 months old tee-hee. I just love when they cry and all they want is to be held. I think it is the satisfaction after they stop and as they cling tightly as if their whole world was the closeness of your body. And the sweet smell of their baby skin. Ok I need to stop I may be fantasizing a bit, but I warned you "I am baby hungry".

Gwen "The Cat" Adopted

2009-01-14T16:24:00.000-08:00

We used to have this cat, Gwen. I got her at a shelter almost 13 years ago. She was always the "scardy cat". She did not like children, or pretty much anyone. She was a attached to me but if it was not on her terms she wouldn't let you come near her. Early on she started a bad habit of not using her litter box. It even got to the point that my parents wanted her out of the house. My poor unsuspecting husband (then Fiance) took her in. He spoiled her with tuna and seemed to do well. Until we got married and left for our honeymoon. She pooped and urinated in his recliner (of course Joe's favorite seat in the house) The recliner was never the same again. We thought we got rid of the smell but could smell residual pee (we were really just grossed out that she used it as her litter box). We set it out by the trash and some poor unsuspecting fool took the chair home. We kept dealing with her bad behavior until we moved to New Jersey in 2003. The apartment conveniently would not allow pets. So I had her at my moms for a while (I think she lasted 2 weeks at most) then I found a cat shelter who would take her. They tried everything to get her to eat. she got very sick and the vet wanted to put her down. the shelter refused and moved her to the flower shop hoping she would cheer up. She now was being fed tuna and had masters domain over the shop. The other cats did not like her and anytime someone came in she would throw a "HISSSY" fit. She also rubbed hair on all the flowers. Did I mention she was the hairiest cat on the earth. I then got a call after this went on for about 4 months to come get her. So now I have to keep her in the apartment and hope we don't get in trouble. When she came back she was a much nicer cat and tried to use her litter box. She did like the fact that she did have the run of the place since Ralph, "the Dog", was at my moms. so now 4 years later and another move she has gotten worse about using the litter box. I decided with much prodding from my husband to find her a home. I tried local spca's, cat shacks, even online. No such luck. So after 2 years of trying we get Joe's friend Ted to take her as a stray to his local shelter in maryland. this was about a year and half ago. I have been checking their website to see if she was up on it. she was at first under an alias 'Oscar White" and recently was put up again as "snowball" last month. Today I went on and she is listed as ADOPTED. I sure hope she behaves. P.S. Miranda was asking Santa for him to bring Gwen back and still tells me to go get her because she is part of our family.

Pink Cord Apron Skirt

2009-01-12T13:29:00.001-08:00

I have been having fun making Miranda some skirts that actualy cover her legs. This one is pink cord with floral trim and apron. I will be happy to custom make something similar for your lil princess.

Miranda's First Filling

2009-01-10T16:26:00.000-08:00

Miranda had her first filling. It was a small speck but needed to be taken care of. She goes to a dentist that I persoanlly am jelous of. He only works on kids. She had a pink "gigle gas" nose that smelled like bubble gum. She watched "lilo and stitich" on the tv mounted to the ceiling. It was a quick visit, 15 min.

As you can see she is comfy in the chair. She asked me if she could go to the dentist again today. I am glad she loves to see the dentist. It helps that she gets prizes and a balloon when she's done. I'm happy she's happy.

Heavenly Father helps me not be sad.

2009-01-08T18:46:00.000-08:00

Miranda loves to make up songs, she can't help but dance as she sings. Let me translate "My Jesus, when you cry, Jesus feel love in your heart, when your balloon pops and Heavenly Father makes us not sad." Isn't ralph, the dog, cute in the background.

God Bless America

2009-01-08T18:36:00.000-08:00

Miranda has learned all the words to "God Bless America". We sing it a lot at home but she also sings it a lot at school. Im not counting on her winning American Idol.

Who needs "Merry Maids"

2008-12-16T14:09:00.000-08:00

She does dishes!

She cleans & cooks!!!

She vacumes and does laundry!!

I have been tempted to give "Merry Maid" a call. But I instead have put my child to work. The high spots are missed but hey it free!! I found her today cleaning the toilet without being asked. Hmmm, what would child labor laws say? Unfortunately her cleaning moods are sporadic, like her mothers. I'll take what It can get. She is a good mommies helper.

Merry Christmas

2008-12-07T18:54:00.000-08:00

I am so proud of my christmas card. A friend of Joe's took some great pictures of Miranda and I just had to use it for our card this year. Especially since she has gone anti photos this past month. Happy Holidays to you all. We love and miss you and have fond memories of our faraway friends.

Exercise Dreams

2008-11-25T16:05:00.000-08:00

I just ordered this cool new heart moniter/watch. I am excited to get it and start using it while I exercise. I have slacked off with my exercise program but I am looking forward to getting back into the swing of things and get my tendonitis undercontrol. I am setting a goal to exercise 3-5 days a week. wish me luck.

Fun Hairstyles

2008-11-19T10:58:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite things about having a girl is doing her hair. We recently discovered some blogs with creative hairdos. This was one of the fun ones. Its cute to see her in the salon chair and ask "Do I look Fabulous?" .

Officialy a "Mean Mommy"

2008-11-18T12:35:00.000-08:00

Today is the day that I can now be labeled as a "Mean Mommy". I have been struggling with Miranda's back talk and defiance in everything I say to her. It has been heavy on my mind and I have been more strict with timeouts when she acts this way lately. Today it hit the fan. We were on our way to dance class. No prior infractions before we left. I asked her which"short cut" should we take. It is a lil game we play when there is more than one route to our destination. So I turn down the road and she begins to scream at me and cry while telling me I must turn around and go the other direction. I am not happy with her communication skills and tell her we can take that way home. She still not being happy starts spitting at me and yelling and thrashing in her seat. ( I am waiting for her head to spin and have pea soup spewed out of her mouth) At this point I pull the car over and tell her we can go home or go to dance but I am not moving the car until she stops throwing her fit. We start on our way again after a few minutes. She is still upset and complaining but more calm. When we get to the dance studio I let he know we need to take 5. She does ok for the first few minutes but then starts carrying on. It continues to escalate so I tell her. "Ok, lets go home. Your not behaving and we are not going to dance with this attitude" I pull out of the parking lot, much to her dismay. As we pull out I see my friend and her daughter and let them know we are going home. So on the road we go (its a 20 min drive home). Miranda flips and takes her seat belt off. I pull over. take her out of the car and tell her she can get in the car if she stops yelling and puts her seat belt on. still crying to go back to dance we get buckled in and on the road again. The drama continues, the crying escalates to yells. we pull over again, I get her out of the car. (her car seat come out to since she has a death grip on it.) I tell her she cant ride in the car if she is yelling, mommy will get in an accident. She gets back in the car. We wait till she can stop crying and telling me we MUST go back to dance. 5 min later we head for home. We eventually make it home. Was it worth the fight? YOU BET IT WAS!!! We sit on the couch and cuddle. She tells me she is ready to talk about it and with out any tears we talk about how its not ok to yell at mommy and If mommy says no it means no. She gives be a big hug and a kiss, and tells me she is sorry. I asked her later on if we are supposed to yell at mommy and she said very sternly "Oh no".

Garage Sale Land

2008-11-13T08:33:00.000-08:00

How much garage sale stuff does one women need?

The other day I was sorting through Mirandas room and Joe peaked in. It was then that he realized he got "carried away" with his garage sale finds. my only response from beneath the pile of "polly pockets" was "Ya Think".

I am now sorting through the basement, its pretty scary. If I dont surface in a few days come looking for me. I got lost in garage sell land.