Pretend Baby Bumps

When you were kids did you stuff balls in your belly and pretend it was a baby bump?

Or how about water balloons in your bra?

I've done all of the above.

That's why when my kids and their buddies were playing this week, I couldn't help but giggle and think back about when I was little. It always amazes me that kids always play the same silly games no matter what generation they are from.

What other games did you play as kids that you see your own children playing?

Shoe Diva 2

My little shoe diva was at it again this weekend. It's a huge decision to decide which shoes to wear.

This morning the choice was sparkly flip flops from the Gap. I'm feeling good about a morning without tears regarding our shoes.

Then it comes...

These shoes FREAKING kill my feet, I don't know why I continue to wear these.

In this situation, I just looked at her and turned back around as if I didn't hear. No tears were shed, however Morgan is going to have one long day ahead.

Get the shoes here

Bath Time Rules

Bath time in my opinion should be relatively uneventful. Get in, wash up, Get out.

However, this is never the case in my house. Logan was in the middle of his typical shower routine, when I had to go in and tell him it was time to get out.

I was obviously surprised to see him doing a hand stand in the shower. After my moment of shock, I simply ask - Why boy why?

Mom, I'm rinsing the soap off my butt.

I can't believe I actually have to implement a bath time rule:

No handstands in the shower!

Shoe Diva

Morgan is in what I like to call a shoe rut. She is not satisfied with her options for shoe wear.

So as a surprise I did manage to sneak a bargain pair of sandals home to her.

They are black gladiator style shoes that zip at the heel....Morgan was in love.

This surprise quickly ended as a tear filled disaster - the shoes are too big.

Mom, I want to wear these to school (pouty lip, tear stained cheeks and all). Kennedy isn't going to get to see how pretty I am. I want you to go and get me a new pair now. (Which wasn't going to happen because this was the last pair and at 4 bucks, that's what you get)

Babe, Mommy can't get you a new pair, we will just have to save them and grow into them.

With camel tears now...Moooooom, I NEED TO SHOW EVERYONE AT SCHOOL!

Morgan, it will be OK we can pick out a new pair of shoes.

The light bulb has gone off...Really, Mommy. Can I get a new pair tonight?

Of course Daddy brings her home lastnight with a second new pair of shoes.

Fast forward to this morning....

Another tear filled disaster....They don't fit like she expects, they slip a little.

Mom, I want to wear these to school (pouty lip, tear stained cheeks and all). Kennedy isn't going to get to see how pretty I am. I want you to go and get me a new pair now....Can I get another new pair tonight.

HELP ME! If I have to have a third morning with tears about our shoes, I'm going to scream.

How do you avoid the shoe/clothing battle in the morning?

Get the shoes here

To Be Young And Fearless

Over the weekend, my kids were able to spend lots of time playing with their friends. I was so happy to see them spend lots of time at the house just being kids. No activities, no chores...just play time.

It had been a long day and apparently my Morgan had enough. She left her friends, sat down on the couch and started watching a movie.

Her friend wonders where she is and finds her on the couch. Morgan, aren't you going to play with me?

She ignores as if she can't hear.

Morgan, play with me. Please.

She still ignores.

Morgan, if you don't play with me, I'm going home.

No more ignoring...just a simple...

BYE!!! (Kinda like a don't let the door hit you in the a#%)

WOW...how do kids get away with that. As an adult I would never do that. Don't you sometimes wish you can just say and do what you want and don't have a care in the world what anyone thinks?

AHHHHH...To be young and fearless again

Who's The Boss?

Are you the boss in your house? Do your children fear you, and have the utmost respect for your authority?

Mine don't. I've come to terms with it...I figured I should stop thinking otherwise. That was until my girl witnessed me getting aggravated with Logan. I can tell the child 10 times to stop doing something, or to do something and he will continue to carry on as if he has potato's in his ears.

Then it happens. My girl says the golden statement...

When will Logan learn not to cross Momma?

At least one child get's it...There is hope yet.

Happy Weekend

Can you believe the weekend is here already? Happy Friday - Happy April fools day. No good jokes up my sleeves, but maybe I'll come up with something before the day is over.

I'm still anxiously awaiting Spring weather, but it looks like all I'm getting is low 50's this weekend. I'll keep my head up and try to enjoy time with the kids and a date night tomorrow

Have a fabulous weekend!

If you are feeling silly, try some of Martha Stewart's awesome pranks.

April Fools!

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