Friday, November 30, 2007
Blog material just FALLS into my lap
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Oh, and Santa
In the span of 5 minutes
2. The Politician managed to lock us out of the shower/potty area of our bathroom. And we don't have a key to that doorknob.... And an after-hours locksmith is somewhere north of $100, and I know this because I have had to use their services before.
Ya'll, I can't make this shit up. It's just that crazy at the Sasha house.
SHIT (So Happy It's Thursday)
Last night The Politician was helping me sort laundry out of the dryer, and he saw his Christmas PJs that he had worn for the picture the night before (yes, I did laundry again, told you I love it!). He said, "Hey, I think I'll wear those again tonight because I actually looked pretty cool in them last night."
Rebecca, you can probably get a better deal on the shoes anyway ordering directly from Piperlime yourself. They have free shipping and free returns, and of course since you are a Bargain Boardie, I am sure you are registered w/ ebates and can get a little rebate there. If you aren't..... see my link below! (I'm shameless, aren't I?)
Oh Rebecca, I just looked and they are out of 6.5s at Piperlime! I haven't sent them back yet, but I would need $53.75 (what my mom paid- $50 plus tax) plus whatever it would cost to ship them to ya. Leave me a comment and let me know!
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Just a few things
By George, I think we got it!
Things just work better when you don't push it. We spur-of-the-moment decided to put the Christmas card PJs on the kids after baths last night. They were in good moods, so we stuck them in front of the tree and I snapped about 20 shots. Above is the best one, and I think we'll just consider it done and use that pic. They are both happy, clean, and pretty damn cute if I do say so myself. If we tried again, it would just be a nightmare and I'd have to do a "Merry Freakin' Christmas" card because they'd be so pissed off and would certainly cry.
So, done! Now I just need to decide how to have them printed up......
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
So what do you think?
I switched the laces from blue to brown and I think I like them better. They are kinda retro, which I am not, but I think they are cool. But what do YOU think? I don't want to be all nerdy and weird and a dork to boot, so just let me know if this is a bad fashion decision. Still have time to find something else for mom to give me for Christmas!
School pics
Holy crap, I just figured out how to get this copyrighted pic on here!!!! Of course, I'm not trying to do anything illegal, just show you guys how precious my little hellions are. The pic turned out pretty cute, especially since it's was taken at school. Phew, that was hard work, but I learned something new today, so go me!
On another note, I totally played the Santa Card yesterday, and told The Politician that it's very important to be good because Santa is watching and really wants him to be a good boy before Christmas. I stayed away from "If you are bad, you'll get no presents!" but I guess I implied it.... He was being rascally this AM and after I got on to him, he said, "So Santa is watching?" "Yep, buddy, he sure is...... Better etch that in your memory."
So I guess after Christmas, it's the Easter Bunny I can use?
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Right now Mr. Sasha is....
And we just discovered that she also unrolled the entire roll in the other bathroom, although she stopped short of putting it in the bowl and left it in a nice pile on the bathroom floor.
And I probably kept her bottom half dressed about 45% of the time today.
The Politician is Just Like Momma
I was telling Mr. Sasha this story, and he said that P said this to him on Friday: "Daddy, please move that orange away from me, the smell is making me gag."
I myself absolutely cannot stand the smell or taste of bananas (except for banana Laffy Taffy), although I have NEVER said that out loud or in front of P. Somehow, he's picked up on it though, and I feel terrible about that.
So go ahead and give me the "My kid won't eat fruit and it's all my fault" bead for my Bad Mommy Vest.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
OMG Ya'll
Midday, I switched to Dora Easy Ups, and that was a huge mistake because she can take those off even faster.
I have terrible visions of her pee-peeing all over my furniture so I've spent the day chasing her around trying to re-dress her. Anytime I mention the potty, she sweetly says "No......" so I don't think it's potty-training readiness causing the nakedness. I think she just wanted to be nekkid. And difficult. And contrary. And cause me to say, "Yep, this baby-making factory is officially shut down."
Calgon.....
Shopping (shoe success) and parties
Now, this wasn't a bargain, but The Politician loves My Friends Tigger & Pooh, so when I saw this DVD, I had to get it for him, and of course I gave it to him yesterday, because it's a Christmas movie, and you can't really give a Christmas movie as a Christmas gift. I think he's watched it no less than 5 times already. Score 1 for momma.
I found The Holiday for $3.98 at Target! That was actually for me and not a gift, so I don't guess I was off to a very good start! I swear I've only seen about 4 or 5 movies since P was born in 2003, but this movie and also Love Actually were on my list to pick up this year.
Last night was my niece's 4 year old birthday, OUTSIDE at 6:30 pm, and even though it was 80 degrees last Sunday, winter is finally here so it was below 40 last night. We bundled up the kiddos and continually wiped snot from their noses. They really did have a good time though, but the cake may have had something to do with that.
Thursday, November 22, 2007
8 Interesting/Random Things About Me
1. I must wear socks in bed because I cannot have my bare feet touching the sheets.
2. I can tap dance and remember how to do all the times steps, the buffalo, pull backs, wings etc.
3. I suck at history- don't know who fought in what war, etc. I also pay no attention to politics. I figure there are plenty of people out there taking care of it for me. Please don't judge me.
4. I am a math whiz. Love me some algebra.
5. I love wearing my contacts and my eyes actually feel better with them in. When I take them out, my eyes are very dry and hurt and I have to put drops in them about 5 times during the night.
6. I cannot wear lipgloss because it bleeds so bad into the lines around my mouth.
7. I must blowdry my bangs before I do anything else to get ready in the AM because I have a cow lick that makes them crazy if they dry on their own even just a little bit.
8. I absolutely love doing laundry. Best chore ever, seriously. Sometimes I want everyone to change their clothes just so I can start the washer.
I tag my dearest Kate, who I certainly did not mean to leave out last tag. And I also tag Hello Darling, whom I adore and she might just be my BFF if we lived closer together.
Oh, and a very Happy Turkey Day to you all. May you eat too much and get to take a big nap today.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Seems like
Monday, November 19, 2007
Break Time
I give you money and send you into the grocery store to pick up 5 items. You can only pick one thing from the following departments.. what is it?
1. Produce: grapes
2. Bakery: Lofthouse cookies
3. Meat: pork tenderloin
4. Frozen: Phish Food Ice Cream
5. Dairy: Raspberry low fat yogurt
Let's say we're heading out for a weekend getaway. You're only allowed to bring 3 articles of clothing with you. So, what's in your bag?
1. jeans
2. short sleeve T
3. Saucony tennis shoes
If I was to listen in on your conversations throughout the day, what 5 phrases or words would I be most likely to hear?
1. Probably.....
2. Actually....
3. So.....
4. Really?
5. So how's that going for ya?
So, what 3 things do you find yourself doing every single day, and if you didn't get to do, you probably wouldn't be in the best mood?
1. drink a nice cold can of Coke while I am getting ready in the AM
2. check my yahoo email
3. hug my kiddos
We're talking a 3 hour block with nobody around. What 5 activities might we find you doing?
1. running on my treadmill
2. reading Us Magazine
3. shopping at Target
4. blogging/reading other blogs
5. painting my fingernails (I haven't done this in 4 1/2 years!)
We are going to the zoo. But, it looks like it could start storming, so it'll have to be a quick visit. What 3 exhibits do we have to get to?
1. baby Gobi monkeys
2. fish
3. elephants
You just scored tickets to the taping of any show that comes on t.v. of your choice. You can pick between 4, so what are you deciding between?
1. Oprah's Favorite Things (It's on tomorrow, and the only day of the year I watch her!)
2. The Office
3. Ellen
4. American Idol
You're hungry for ice cream. I'll give you a triple dipper ice cream cone. What 3 flavors can I pile on for ya?
1. Phish Food
2. Smores
3. Cookies and Cream
Somebody stole your purse/wallet…in order to get it back, you have to name 5 things you know are inside to claim it. So, what's in there?
1. green comb
2. little black notebook with password hints
3. Blackjack
4. anti-bacterial hand sanitizer
5. bottle of Imodium from recent stomach virus
You are at a job fair, and asked what areas you are interested in pursuing a career in. Let's pretend you have every talent and ability to be whatever you wanted, so what 4 careers would be fun for you?
1. Nail tech
2. Being Kristin on Eonline
3. Attorney
4. Music talent scout
If you could go back and talk to the old you, when you were in high school, and inform yourself of 4 things, what would you say?
1. Never drink and drive
2. You are damaging your skin with all that sun worshipping and tanning bed visits!!!!!
3. Respect your parents a little more
4. Don't turn your head upside down and spray the hairspray all around your face and cement it with a blow-dryer
If anyone cares to continue this... I tag Hello Darling and In the Mind of a Thirtysomething Mom
I think I may gain my 10 pounds back this month
Bite-size, waffle-shaped pretzels
Hershey's Kiss or Hershey's Hug
M&M's candy
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Crazy Saturday
Mr. Sasha talked to The Politician this morning, and he assured him that he was up for running the Lil Gobbler Dash so Mr. Sasha brought the kids up to the race site after I was done. I thought it was going to be a go, but P got a little stage fright and only made half a dash..... oh well, we'll try again later.
I just got back from dinner with some sorority sisters I don't get to see very often, and it was awesome. I had two Italian Margaritas, so so so good. Lots of reminiscing about crazy days and crazy things we did and all the times the fuzz let us go with just a warning rather than drag us in. I just took half a phenergan as a precaution against insomnia- I need some sleep! One of these days I know I will run out of excuses and also run out of phenergan....
Check out my awesome header made by Jennifer on my birth board! I love it and it is exactly what I had in mind. Thanks Jennifer!
One quick add: I live in a part of the country where it's not uncommon to run both your A/C and your heater in the same day... we are talking about 30s and 40s at night and 80+ during the day. Today was one of those days. Nuttiness I tell you. I wore a short sleeve T, jeans, and wedge sandles to dinner. On Nov 18. Hmmph.
Oh, today I went to Target to search for shoes to wear with my new jeans, and I came up empty handed. First of all, before I began my search, I should have totally told you that I have broken both pinky toes in the past (yes, due to alcohol, shut up) and I have a rough time with the really pointy shoes..... Help please?
Friday, November 16, 2007
Ebates Holiday Bonus Offer
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Stopping by the office for a bit
20 bucks you are wondering what's up with the above pic- well, it's a darn good thing I am numbed by Lexapro, because old-Sasha would have simply freaked out when she saw that SCORCH MARK ON HER POTTERY BARN BEDSPREAD. New Sasha just said, "Huh, what the hell? And how can I fix that?"
All I can figure is that on Wednesday morning when I was frantically cleaning before the cleaning lady came (yeah, yeah, I know) my curling iron must have still been hot when I set it out of the way and on my bed. That's all I can come up with...
Two super nice ladies on the bargain board suggested that since it is patchwork to begin with, I can just have a new patch sewn on that section, and as luck would have it, I do have an extra sham I am not using, so that will work perfectly. Except I don't sew....
Anyway, I was super-proud of my reaction and how I didn't lose it. I love modern medicine!
Tonight Mr. Sasha and I are taking advantage of Parents Night Out at our church and going out to dinner and using my gift card to Salt Grass that I won in the dessert contest with my rockin' creation. And tomorrow is the Turkey Trot and hopefully I can beat 30 minutes again, although I'm not counting on it since I haven't been able to run in almost 3 weeks because of the mysterious stomach issues and the subsequent cold that I caught. Then a bday party for The Politician to attend, Girl's Night Out with some sorority sisters.... A fun weekend ahead, and surely there will be some blog material in there somewhere....
Thursday, November 15, 2007
News
We went to the TG dinner at the school the kids go to, and the assistant director stopped me and said The Wild Child has bitten FOUR times this morning! Three DIFFERENT kids.... I am just sick at my stomach. I don't know what to do. I think they are going to suspend her, and I think that's probably the right thing for them to do. I just don't know how we are going to swing it.....
She said she would see how she does this afternoon and tomorrow and then decide......
I just went from top of the world to bottom of the heap in 10 seconds flat.
Two Step Round The Christmas Tree
It's my own damn fault, but The Politician is all into the Christmas spirit and we'll be listening to the above album for the next six weeks. This album was purchased by a very drunk me after a Suzy show in 2000 in Annapolis in a little bar I can't remember the name of and re-found last Christmas and played a million times because P loves "Two Step Round the Christmas Tree".
I'm not a huge country fan, although I live in an area of the country that means that type of music is pretty unavoidable, and truth be told, I'm OK with that. Actually, I'm a mean line dancer, if you can picture that. I'm stellar at the Tush Push, although it's been a few years. And, to tell you even more, I actually wore Rockies and Ropers quite a bit since we frequented C&W bars in college.
It's really quite a good album, and we've got the cutest little family tradition where we pump our fist in the air on the "Cotton-eyed Joe" part of the two-step song. Go here to listen to a snippet and I think you'll like it too.
In the spirit of ClemsonGirl, here's some lyrics for ya: (Can someone tell me how to do single spacing?????)
Cause a Western girl, can't be still
And a silent night is not for me
Roll back the rug so we can
Two step 'round the Christmas tree
Get In Your Car Right Now
- 1 box Duncan Hines Deluxe yellow cake mix
- 1 stick butter (I use Parkay)
- 3 eggs
- 8 oz block of cream cheese (I use Philly 1/3 less fat)
- 1 box powdered sugar (I think it's 16 oz- but it's the box, not the bag)
- glass pan (this is very important- must be a glass pan)
Combine: 1 egg beaten, 1 stick melted butter, and cake mix. Pat stiff dough in 9X13 pan that has been sprayed w/ Pam.
Combine: cream cheese, 2 eggs, and entire box of powdered sugar. Pour this over dough.
Bake at 350 degrees 30-40 minutes, until top is golden brown. I let them cool and then store them in the fridge.
If you don't make this for your Thanksgiving dinner, you'll be sorry.... you'll be sitting there at the table, thinking, "Hmmm... I wonder what I'm missing since I didn't make Sasha's Neiman Marcus Bars? I totally should have gone for it! This pumpkin pie is really nothing special...."
Seriously, just do it. You can thank me later.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Is Anyone Keeping Count?
When I was dropping The Wild Child off, I heard teacher #2 say to teacher #1 "Do you want to mention...."
Teacher #1: Yes, her shoes are way to small. Her toes are getting smashed and are very red when she takes her shoes off. They are just way too small.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Stellar start to the day, ya'll
So I call Mr. Sasha, who I must tell you was totally fab about the whole thing. He came up here, and after I so sweetly reminded him of the "rightsy tightsy, lefty loosey" rule, he put the spare on and off we went to Sam's. And here we are two tires (the other front one needed to be replaced also) and $180 later.
So that's all I got for you right now. Except to tell you that The Wild Child is behaving oh-so-well. Yesterday was a banner day- the assistant director found The Politician's spare blanket that was missing for 6 weeks and I saved a bundle at CVS and even met a bargain board mommy there. Random.
Hope this day turns around. I have to time for crap today!
Monday, November 12, 2007
Fun Lunch Hour
So now that she's 22 months old, things are back to normal and I feel like I am at the weight I want to be. So I headed over there... and walked out with some Paige Premium Demin boot-cut jeans. ClemsonGirl, I really need your help! I need to get them hemmed (read: get 15 inches hacked off), and I need to figure out shoes before I can do that. My fashionability is all on your back. Specs: I like somewhat of a heel since I am only 5'2"....... I just don't look right in flats. Smooches for your help!
Note: I did edit this- the original pic I posted was not the correct style, and it made it look like I might think I have the abs of an 18 year old, which I assure you I realize I do not. I am totally not into rocking the muffin top, don't worry.
Just call me
Also, he was giving me a Spanish lesson yesterday and telling me that he wanted to put on his "pantalonas", which I am 100% sure I didn't spell correctly, but he appeared to be talking about his pants.
And hey, does anyone want (need!) to apply for a Gymboree Visa? I've had mine for a few years, only to get the 5% discount on their clothes, and I also use that card exclusively to gas up, and I use the rewards to buy clothes on the clearance rack. They so kindly sent me a $25 off $50 coupon last month and I used it to buy The Wild Child bee-u-tiful Christmas dress in red plaid.
Anyhow, they are evidently offering a $20 sign up bonus if you sign up and use my referral code: 100 035 040. Here's the app:
http://www.gymboreevisa.com/cgi_w/cfm/credit/gymboree/refer_a_friend.cfm?ics_src=54000
In the spirit of full disclosure, I would also get a $20 bonus... but it's the holidays, and don't you just feel like giving?
Sunday, November 11, 2007
My kids say the funniest things
Also, today The Politician started saying, "If you don't mind, I'd like to....." and "If you don't mind, why don't we...." and on and on. I bet he has said that 10 times today. I'm super glad he's being polite, but WTH?
Crazy kids......
Friday, November 9, 2007
Ebates Double Bonus Offer
It's Double Bonus time, which means you and I BOTH get $10 if you sign up through this link and make a purchase through ebates. I have gotten over $120 back since I signed up.
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Let me know if you have questions! It's super easy and you still buy from all the stores we love, like Gap, Old Navy, Sephora, etc.
Woo Hoo!!!!
Note from The Politician's teacher: "The Politician had a difficult time listening to his teachers today and was very hyper."
Yeah, yeah, you just got a taste of my every day. I'm always wondering why he is so good for the teachers (aside from the mashed potato incident) and so disobedient for me. Good to hear he's spreading it around. You go ahead and work on that, cause I'm not having much luck at home.
Last night before PTO I ran by TRU and picked the extras (nursery, washing machine, sink) for the Rose Petal Cottage for WC for Christmas. I'm going back today because they were out of the free baking set when you buy the cottage itself, and since I'm all about the free, I didn't buy the cottage yet to see if they get more baking sets today. It looks precious, but Mr. Sasha is going to be all kinds of pissed off at me because you gotta put the shit together. Who am I kidding- I'll end up doing it, just like I did The Politician's train table when I was 1 week away from delivering WC. He may be pretty to look at and a great football player and salesman, but he sucks at putting stuff together.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Good news!
Political Funny: This AM I was drying my hair in the bathroom and I heard Mr. Sasha talking to The Politician, who had just woken up, in our bedroom. I also saw the lights go out in our bedroom, which usually happens when P walks into the room, because he doesn't like bright lights in the AM.
Mr. Sasha: Politician, go ahead and go to the bathroom and Momma will help you wash your hands and brush your teeth.
P: No, Daddy, my eyes aren't ready to go in there yet!
As for me, I just got back from a super-exciting (really!) meeting about a music festival that I am helping organize here in our town. I am so pumped because I so miss the music scene. Since we became parents, our nights out have disappeared, and that just sucks because you used to be guaranteed to find me on wherever there was live music and beer on Saturday nights. But those days are long-gone...... Anyway, the festival I have been dreaming up for the past few years is actually going to happen. Only this is we have too many chiefs--- we had to make some executive decisions this morning and just get it done.
And tonight I have a PTO meeting and then dinner out with two moms I have gotten to know through the school- fun! I miss my social life, and it's been nice to meet some new people and make some new friends. And drink a little beer.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Politicial Funnies
"The Politician had a happy day, but was sent to the office for putting mashed potatoes in his hair and his friend's hair at lunch."
Also, I was telling Mr. Sasha all about my Christmas card picture plans, which involved the cutest PJs from Baby Gap that I got for a great price with yesterday's special discount and free shipping, ebates, and using a $10 reward certificate (rose for WC and green for P). I so badly want to do the "Sorry Santa, we tried to be good!" pic with them eating Santa's cookies in their Christmas PJs looking sheepish.
The Politician was horrified, and said, "No, Momma, that would hurt Santa's feelings! I don't want to do that picture!"
And all the explaining (It's just a joke! Santa will think you are hilarious!) couldn't convince him, so it looks like we'll be back to the 'ole two kids sitting on the fireplace picture. Me and my grand ideas.....
I'm Healed!!!!!
I finally feel back to normal!!! Yay! The doctor who prescribed the Lexapro called back me yesterday to see how I was feeling. He agreed with the nurse smoking crack who didn't think it was the Lexapro making me sick. He thinks it may have been food poisoning. And since I have no idea what I ate two Mondays ago (fried cheese? Taco Bell? Lean Cuisine pizza?) I guess we'll never know.
Just to tell you how good I feel, this is what I've eaten this morning:
- can of Coke
- Halloween pack of Skittles
- Halloween pack of Nerds
- 100 Calorie Nutty Bar
- Yeast Roll
So, yeah, back to normal. But that was a long damn 2 weeks. And I didn't lose a pound. WTF?
WC update: Yes, she bit again yesterday. I emailed the parent of the child I thought it was (since she was telling on herself and saying his name when I would say something about biting). The mom was very kind and said she understood that some kids just do this and thanked me for emailing her. When I picked up the kids after work yesterday, she stopped me in the parking lot and invited us over for dinner! So that felt good that they totally don't hate the Sasha family and aren't campaigning for that 1 week suspension that I am holding my breath waiting for.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Stripping yet again
She had taken off:
- Robeez
- socks
- PJ bottoms
- diaper
Someone told me that they used to put their child's diaper on backwards with the tabs in the back so they would have a harder time getting it off. We'll try that tonight and see what happens.
And I'm guessing it's about time to start potty-training since Saturday night I couldn't keep a diaper on her just running around the house.
I'm totally not ready for potty training- I don't mind diapers at all because there's no mess factor. The Politician reluctantly potty trained at age 3 and that was fine with me, because it only took a week since he was older and understood what was up.
Of course, I just bought 4 giant boxes of diapers at Target when I found a good deal. I should have known better......
Monday, November 5, 2007
What A Day
So I've been chasing WC around tonight reciting passages from the above literary classic.
When I got there to pick her up today, turns out she had just bitten her friend A about 10 minutes before because he was on the rocking horse she wanted to get on. Holy crap! We just can't catch a break. The assistant director was awesome and told me how nice it was that Mr. Sasha and I are very concerned about the situation and want to be proactive. She assured me that they know this is a stage that will pass. She also offered the above book for me to take home for a few days.
And...... I totally think she's getting it! As soon as she sees the book, she says "No no bite!" So cross those fingers, toes, and whatever else you got and let's see how tomorrow goes.
Health update: Turns out my brilliant brain flash was not so brilliant. The nurse at the hospital hotline I called didn't seem to think that was the cause- she said I've been on the meds for too long to just now have this reaction. Then she got all crazy and said I needed to go to the dr tomorrow and TAKE A SAMPLE IN A ZIPLOCK. Plus I needed to keep it in the fridge before I go, you know, to preserve it. Lady was smokin crack right there at the hospital- that just ain't happening.
And I'm also definitely not pregnant. To cover all my bases, I stopped at the pharm and picked up a test, that in about 2 seconds registered negative. Cool. Cause the alternative would not be cool, although it would be blog fodder, it might be the death of me. And Mr. Sasha. So phew.
Oh no....
Anyone have any experiences with this? I have emailed three friends who might know, and put in a call to the nurse of the dr who prescribed it, but alas, no one is available to help me!
I'd hate to have to stop taking it, but my lord, I just can't feel like this anymore.......
Cross Your Fingers
Thanks to the ladies on the bargain board, I understand the situation a little better and understand that it just may be necessary to keep her out of the classroom for a bit to try to break the cycle, and to show the parents of the bitten kids that they are trying to do something about it.
But that doesn't help this working mom figure out child-care coverage for that week.....
So let's just hope today's the day that her behavior improves.
Saturday, November 3, 2007
Here ya go
Friday, November 2, 2007
OMG, has it been 15 years?
Thankfully, I am feeling a little better this AM. I was a little worried that I planned this damn thing and wasn't going to get to go. Not sure I'll be drinking any beer- that sounds absolutely terrible right now, but that could be because it's only 10 AM.
I'll try to post a funny pic in a bit if I can get my friend K to do some blurring on it.