Archive for November, 2006
November 5, 2006· Filed under Family
I always hate asking for favors but I love returning them. Two years ago my husband and I took a weekend away for our anniversary. We have three kids (at the time they were 8, 6 and 2) who are a handful on any given day, so I really felt bad asking anyone to take them for the weekend. My brother and his wife (who had a one year old at the time) offered to take all three.
The kids had a great time and we really appreciated our time away. I was nervous but they did such a great job of making me relax and I knew the kids were well cared for.
Ever since that weekend, I have been reminding my brother that we need to return that favor (now that they have two kids (3 and 18 mo.). They need a weekend away and this weekend provided them with the opportunity. I was so happy to return the favor. I wanted them to have that same chance to relax and know that their kids were well cared for, having fun and spending time with their cousins.
So, here I sit with three of them beside me on the couch and two still in bed. Time to gather my energy as we get ready for a fun-filled day of play.
November 3, 2006· Filed under Blog Carnival, Family
MomGadget’s main mom, Gayla, has taken over the reins at SuperNannyRules.com. Considering Gayla has twins, I think she is definitely up for the task. For her first BlogCarnival there, she has asked some of us to share some of our great parenting moments.
I have watched Super Nanny a few times and there have been a few times where my kids have watched it with me. I find it very interesting to get my kids’ take on what they are seeing and find out if they agree with Super Nanny’s methods. There have even been a few times where I have asked my 4 year old, “What would Super Nanny do if she saw you acting this way?” Her response was that she would have to go to the “Thinking Pond” also known as the “Time-out Couch” in our house. But I also have Super Nanny to thank that now, after this little gem has finished her 20 minute screaming fit in the Thinking Pond, I have to go have a “discussion” with her about the whole thing. What was wrong with “are you done crying, if you are, you can come out now”?
Other reactions from my little rule following queen included a comment about a child who wasn’t taking care of their stuff. “Queenie” said that it was a good thing that the child did not live at our house. I asked why. Her response was that there is not enough room on my shelf for all the child’s stuff. I have an impound shelf in my office. Things like GameBoys, iPods, American Girl Dolls and other toys that should be taken care of often find their way into impound. Sometimes they get impounded because their owner couldn’t behave. The wheeling and dealing that has taken place over getting things out of impound has been pretty funny.
I have had my fair share of bad mommy moments over the years (three kids will do that to you), but I think over all, Super Nanny would say we were okay. Granted, there is a lot I can learn from her still, but I think I could teach her a few tricks, too!
November 2, 2006· Filed under Family, Organizing, Recipes
I feel like October’s theme in my brain was procrastination. For some reason I just got into this funk and couldn’t manage to accomplish anything without it being last minute.
So, November is going to be different. I am going to try to be more prepared, more efficient and be more proactive. Three things I want to do:
- Get back on the Flylady wagon.
- Menu planning and weekly cooking on Sundays.
- Try South Beach diet.
What are your goals for the month? Feel free to share them with us. We can come back December 1st and see how we did.
November 1, 2006· Filed under Blog Tipping
The first of each month is Blogtipping Day and since we are all still experiencing a sugar high, I’ve decided to focus on a recap of yesterday – sorry Easton, not using the “proper” style this time.
I hope everyone takes the time to go blogtipping today and we’ll see you next month!
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