Be Prepared.

We're working with Riley AGAIN on sleeping in his own bed. He keeps saying that he doesn't like his room because it's too scary, so Daddy convinced him that sleeping with a (carrot shaped) bat would help protect him. [I've tried to convince him that there is nothing to be afraid of and that mommy wouldn't let anything hurt him, but the boy has an incredible imagination!] We've had to do the 'tough love' approach with bedtime; telling him it's time for bed and that we aren't discussing whether or not he's sleeping in his own bed. He is giving us less hassle but he still gets pretty upset and hearing him tear up and say, "I'll see you in the morning mommy" absolutely breaks my heart! I know it's for his own good but it's hard! This parenting thing is tough! :-)

The Simple Woman's Daybook - September 14th Edition

FOR TODAY...

Outside my window...is a gorgeous day. Clear blue skies and bright sun!

I am thinking...how blessed I am to stay home with my kids and how excited I am about the Mary Kay training I've been in!

I am thankful for...my husband who works hard so that I can stay home.

I am wearing...pink sweats, a gray t-shirt and bare feet!

I am remembering...how cuddly my kids were when they were tiny babies.

I am creating...a blanket and birthday card for my nephew Aiden!

I am going...to be running lots of errands today.

I am reading...A Season of Ice, Think and Grow Rich and Come Before Winter.

I am hoping...that Kanye West will humble himself and apologize!

On my mind...booking, practicing, reading...I'm very much in business mode this morning!

Noticing that...Brenna's hair looks especially red today.

Pondering these words..."The words we choose today can either build up or tear down."

From the kitchen...lots of dishes that need done today!

Around the house...a few projects that need finished.

One of my favorite things...listening to Riley and Brenna interact with each other, even though she can't talk yet.

A few plans for the rest of the week...lots of planning, playing and fun!

From my picture journal...
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The Pooping Spot

Brenna has been hiding when she does her business (which I hear is a sign of getting ready for potty training - YEAH!) Her favorite spot is the little couch in her brother's room. These pictures are from two seperate days when I caught her in her 'pooping spot'. Nice of her to do it right by brother's bed...I think it's payback for all the times he's knocked her down for getting into his trains! I love how in the second picture she has a book in her hand - because who doesn't like a little light reading while taking care of business?

Spreading His Wings

Riley starts preschool on Tuesday. On Sunday, we went to the preschool for the 'meet and greet' and he got to meet his teacher Mrs. Jeanne. He loved being there, loved playing with the fake food (which I made a mental note of for Christmas!) and is so excited about going back. I was completely fine registering him and was very excited to go to the meet and greet. But once we got there it hit me like a ton of bricks. My baby boy is growing up. Soon he's going to have his own little friends and spending time with mommy won't be as cool. So I cried. At the preschool meet and greet.

My job as his mom is to prepare him to be a responsible adult. I want to give him strong roots so when the day comes, he can confidently spread his wings and begin his own life. I understand my purpose in his life and that I'll always be his mommy, I'm just not sure I'm ready for him to grow into my big boy. :-)

Fun-Fun-Fundraising!

Riley's preschool is doing their fundraiser! Being the SuperMom that I am, I want to raise as much as possible. I've scanned the brochures - let me know if you'd like me to email the images for better viewing! Check it out! If you want anything, I can guarantee hand delivery by the cutest 3 year old this side of the Mississippi! (And maybe his 1 year old helper too!) It has to be turned in by 9/11. For my out of town friends, payment can be made at the time of delivery.

Day One

I don't think I've kept it a secret that I struggle with my weight. There are two sides to my 'self-esteem' - I really am comfortable with my body...

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