Busy day ahead...

So, in order for me to actually function, I need to make lists. If things are not written down, they do not exist and therefore do not happen. For instance, my kids will tell you that I have missed early release from school pick-up times on several occasions. We also have a SERIOUSLY delayed tooth fairy. I am not sure she has ever made it here on the first night a tooth is under a pillow. Both of these instances are small things, which is why they probably do not get put on any list, hence, they are forgotten and do not happen!
I have not made today's list yet but it will consist of, Brownie Pool Party 10-12, Birthday shopping with Brian and Meme 11-1, Livie's party 2-4, Boys off to Red Sox game 3:30-late, Randy's party 6-?, decorate Randy's cake before Randy's party, make lots of sandwiches for tomorrow (Brian's Beach Birthday), and hit the store for tomorrow's party supplies(beach party 11-6, family party 6-?). Now, I will have made this "to-do" list but now, as you can see, I have to also make a grocery list. I will have to put "make grocery list" on my "to-do" list or that, too, will not be done. It seems funny, and it is, but it's my reality!
So, I am off to do my lists...... I hope I don't forget anything, or anybody. One or both is very possible these days....

Kellie

The Sun came out??

I didn't think it was possible that my skin could be whiter than it was this winter but here I am; a blinding shade of ghost-white.... close to that burning white flame from welding that you shouldn't look directly at because it will burn your retinas. The sun will be out again for a second day in a row and I might actually be able to enjoy it this afternoon!
My mom is taking Brian birthday shopping today. I will be tagging along as the two of them are still getting to know each other. I am sure it will go fine. :)
Anyway, That's today's babble..... enjoy the sun! It looks to be a pretty decent weekend weatherwise! :)

Kel

news flash!

OK... so yes, I am blogging TWICE in the same day but only to share with you an article that I do live by. My dear husband, Phil, forwarded it to me and it is PERFECTION. It's only fair that I share it with you (the one person who will actually read this blog!)
http://www.wired.com/geekdad/2009/07/everything-i-know-about-parenting-i-learned-from-mythbusters/

Print this one out! Make several copies and wallpaper your living room with it. I am sure Adam won't mind. ;)

Kellie

Happy Thursday!

It's Weight Watchers weigh-in day for me and my awesome Thursday morning crew. I thought I had been good this week but my at-home scale says otherwise. We'll see.... the WW scale is the truth teller. :)
Boy #2 (Brian) spent a second night with his friend at their lakehouse. He called and left me a phone message and said he had alot of fun stories to tell me.... in addition to calling me "mom". More on that at another time... perhaps a blog devoted to it. Brian moved in with us this past January. That's all I will say for now. :) I do love and adore that boy....
Girl # 2 (Kara) had her friend spend the night last night. I DETEST sleepovers but we have them here often. The rule is only one extra kid can sleep here on any given night.
Boys #1 and #3 are off to summer school today again.... doing well.... thank God!
Girl #1 is leaving to look around Boston with her bff for the day. Stay safe and make good choices, captain!
Ok, which one am I missing... OH.... Girl #3, aka, Princess Sara, who will be 4 next week. LOVED the Hannah Montant movie yesterday. I actually think the boys even enjoyed it a little. I admit, I cried! I am PMS, however so that explains THAT.
Ok... I'm off to weigh-in. WIsh me luck!

Kel

3 minutes to spare...

SO i have to pick up one child in 3 minutes. Here's the blog:
boy #3 grounded for staying up late when he has a bedtime now due to summer school.
Boy #1 not grounded but will be cleaning the basement since he stayed up as well, just not as late...
Boy #2 is with a friend, who he gets in trouble with and today is no exception. Prank call to me and to his stepfather. Mine was harmeless, the other was not.
Girl #1 the bf is here so I cannot leave them alone for 5 seconds. I am not old enough to be a grammy.
girl #2 woke up at 9:30 and we be seeing the Hannah Montana movie at the $3.50 theater this afternoon. All grounded people will be coming with. :)
Girl #3 needs to be picked up where she will cry because she cannot play with Wyatt and Thea 24/7/365.
Husband #1 did a budget spreadsheet where I refused to look at it. He made coffee to travel with today other than DD coffee.

Just another day in paradise...... with more rain forecasted! oh yay!

Kel

another fun day!

It's raining again! Thank God! The mushrooms in my yard were starting to shrivel!

So, I was awaken by the city street pavers this morning pounding on my front door. I need to pull my car in the driveway further because the asphalt eater was on its way! Have you ever have your road chewed up and paved? Well, it's nothing short of a 3.5 Earthquake only louder and for hours on end. Lots of fun.

Nothing too major to blog about today. The boys were great. Church softball ACTUALLY played last night with no rain-out and the Blackflies won! Yay team! Nice homer, Brian! (from what I hear) I wasn't able to make it to the game. Kara had a party and then I forgot that Melissa Thone was pitching me some Cutco knives. I tried to just give her a check for HER and not buy knives but she wouldn't go that way so I bought two knives. I will be displaying them under glass in my home when they arrive.

I am in the midst of planning birthdays; Brian this Sunday and Sara on the 20th. Not to mention the several birthday parties between now and then and cakes to be made! I just had a request for Dolphin cake.... i'll research that......

I am at work at the moment... leaving soon. told the kiddos to pick up the basement. We'll see if 3 hours was enough time for them to get off the couch and move....

and yes, Phil..... I bought you some Splenda. I had a coupon. :)

Kel

OK..... so I forgot I had a blog! Not to mention, there are six kids PLUS running amuck at any given time in my life. Forgive me, for I have sinned... it has been 2 months since my last blog.

I can't back track. Everyday, is an adventure, which is why I should blog an entry EVERYDAY. Short-term memory loss.... and I don't want to ever forget these fabulous days of teenager-hood! (*cough*).

I have survived (barely!) the first two weeks of summer vacation! yay me! More importantly, the lovely children have survived!

Two are off to summer school, two are off to weight training for football, one is at a physical for college, and four are still asleep. Hold up.....that's nine kids! oh wait, my dear Fru-Gal, Robin, has lent me two of hers..... and one of the boys off to summer school is ALSO weight training. ok, clearly I need more caffeine this morning.
The list for the day is longer than usual. Hectic weekend bumped my routine. I must be honest; my routine is only routine for about 36 hours at MOST and then several wrenches get thrown into it and "shoes" keep falling..... often people wait for "the other shoe to drop", alas, it rains shoes at my house. Gotta roll with it; when life gives you shoes, make sure they at least are cute. :)

Purple trashbags today, Softball tonight, work tomorrow, next three weekends are all birthday weekends.... no rest for the weary.

Keep the frugal feast coming, Suz and Robin! I need them!

MamaOnTheLoose