Our Princess in PigTails

Funday Friday.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:32:00 +0000

K’s school is having a Literacy Awareness day complete with PJ parties, Popcorn parties, and lots of stuffed animal fun. She has been talking about this day for some time now, and I am so glad its here. I just hope it lives up to her expectations, because she can hardly wait to get to school.

She loves to read and is doing quite well at it. I hope that love of literature continues. One of my favorite classes in college was my British Lit class. And now, I am hooked on reading on my playbook, just wish they had kid books so we could read them together. Still nothing beats an actual book.

Cheers to Friday Funday and lots of reading!

Loves.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:00:00 +0000

1. K loves to sing lullabies to the dogs as they sleep. Its so very cute.

2. We all love to play Angry Birds. Everyone is good at the game but ME.

3. K would love this backpack. Hint. Hint.

4. I would love it if Winter made up its mind. Either cold or mild, not this back and forth stuff.

5. Love that today might bring us good news.

6. Love thy Husband, the noisy neighbors not so much.

7. Love the new the look of this place? Yeah, me too.

8. I love that K has a teacher that put an effort into teaching. It really makes a difference.

9. I love Scentsy, its about that time to change to Spring scents!!

10. I have found a new love for reading on my playbook. My hubs and his cc are not loving all the extra charges. Oops. A book a day is getting expensive.

A mini version of myself.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:51:00 +0000

Have you ever argued with yourself? Does each day sometimes leave you speechless and shaking your head wondering what to say? Yeah, that’s me, when it comes to parenting. K is my mini me. Take this convo for example, just the other day.

K: “You are disgusting irresponsible and this madness of a manic has to stop before you drive me crazy. I'm telling Sarah.”

Lord, some days are hilarious. How did my parents survive?

Cold weather cutie.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:43:00 +0000

No school for K today, which means she has had a good little break from school activities and is probably going to be bored at home. Let’s hope I can keep her busy and still have my sanity left.

Happy Monday!

What has K been up to?

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:35:00 +0000

Reading at school. Learning new words. Learning how to put them together in sentences. My baby is no longer a baby. She talks big, her actions and personality are even bigger. Where has time gone? She should still be our little baby who sat in her bumbo seat watching Big Bird, or who would only get a good nights sleep in the swing, or had to be rocked in the bathroom with the water running constantly in order to calm her down. Ah, time. It never stands still.

Her conversations are getting more in depth, more witty, and down right hilarious.

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K: (eating dinner) Looks like I got me some bad company in here.

Me: What? What company?

K: Bad company as in this. (shows me her foot) I dropped ketchup on it.

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K: Some day, I wanna meet Peter Pan and fly away with him. He makes flying look so cool.

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K: Mom, you know what?

Me: What K?

K: You make the best snow ice cream ever. I’ve been waiting my whole life for the best snow ice cream. And you finally made it!! I’m so happy. You’re the best.

Me: Ah thanks, K. It is pretty good. (although I think it’s the worst ever)

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K: (while playing with her Alvin and the chipmunks set) Oh, Alvin, I love you. You wanna know why? Because you are the best dancer ever. You saved my life by dancing. Now kiss me Alvin.

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Lord help us. We are going to have a long life ahead of us with this one. Never a dull moment.

Yesterday was plain awful.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:32:00 +0000

You can say that again.

I don't need anything
Anything
Anything
I don't need anything
But you.

That was then, this is TODAY!!

image credit here.

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good.

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Thank you to all my friends and family who gave me good support yesterday, especially all my FB friends. It really felt great knowing there were people who believed in me, when I fell off my pedestal of personal strength. You guys are the best and definitely know how to make a pity party feel positive.

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Finally, we might be getting a good snow. A snow that might be enough to produce snow ice cream, we are soo excited and patiently waiting its arrival Friday Night. We’ve been having really cold spells, but not much white stuff. Its been a bummer. K really wants to make a snow slide or make a snowman, up until now, she’s only managed a snow angel and that was just barely.

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In other news, no news on the good chance job I went to on Tuesday. I made it to round 2, let’s pray I make it to round 3. I hope I find out soon. It would be a perfect fit for me, I just hope they see the qualities I can bring to the corporation. I really want this JOB!!

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Have a great Thursday everyone!!!

P.S. J, don’t forget the eggs. K is counting on them to bake her cake. No tears please. Thanks, love your wifey.

Winter.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:20:00 +0000

It brings smiles, snowpants, rockstar boots, and plans for a snowman.

Yikes…

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:03:00 +0000

I’m here. I’m alive and well, I just have nasty headaches that make me want to close my eyes and never move. Its been keeping me away from the computer for long periods of time, and has hindered my design schedule, but oh well, nothing I can do, except take my sorry aching I never want to open my eyes body to the chiro. Snap. Crackle. Pop. Hopefully I will feel better.

Don’t care how, I want it NOW!!

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:13:00 +0000

I want the world
I want the whole world
I want to lock it all up in my pocket
It's my bar of chocolate
Give it to me
Now!

I want today
I want tomorrow
I want to wear 'em like braids in my hair
And I don't want to share 'em
I want a party with room fulls of laughter
Ten thousand tons of ice cream
And if I don't get the things I am after
I'm going to scream!

I want the works
I want the whole works
Presents and prizes and sweets and surprises
Of all shapes and sizes
And now
Don't care how
I want it now
Don't care how
I want it now

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Many of you know that I left my job in Nov for many reasons one of them being a promising job in the near future. Turns out that promise wasn’t in my deck of cards in life. They keep going back and forth about it all, and frankly it’s a little frustrating. This person wants to hire me, this person wants to hire someone less qualified for less money. Ugh. Its between them now, I can’t do much more. And frankly, I don’t want a job I have to convince people I’m the best choice, people who don’t want me there to begin with. That’s not the best foot forward for starting with a new company. So, I’ve been back to looking, applying, interviewing.

I just want a job. I want to provide for my family again. I want adult interaction without Spongebob or My Little Pony in the background. I want to get out of this rental townhouse, even though its home and its great, I want my own home, with my own responsibilities. When will that become my reality again?

I have faith I will find it, but when? I have skills, I have talents, and I have the personality. Hire me please. These feet need to find cute dressy shoes again.

Don’t care how, I WANT A JOB NOW!!!

Playin’ with the playbook.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 14:59:00 +0000

Mommy and Me- Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:01:00 +0000

Our Christmas Story.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 15:13:00 +0000

It took us almost two weeks to prepare for our Holiday and guests. It was definitely well worth it. My parents came in on the 24th early, after a full week vacation in Belize. They were tired, but happy to see K, and to finally arrive at our house. It was hard to get K to wait for gifts. She kept asking, my parents kept napping, and finally we let her into the loot that was under the tree.

She loved opening all her gifts, and that definitely gave her something to do for the rest of the day. Everyone loved their gifts, I hope

The Woody doll has a mind of its own. Its suppose to talk when pressed on its stomach or when the string is pulled. It does that ; however, it also just randomly talks whenever it wants. Its creepy, yet comforting.

But, mine, well there’s a story. See, all I told Santa (J) is that I wanted a tablet of some kind. I knew the IPad was too expensive, and frankly I did not want it, I feel I have already conquered the iphone why get a bigger version. So I said, I don’t care what kind (Playbook or Acer or anything), I just want a tablet, where I can read, do some small internet stuff (facebook, email etc). I really had my mind set on the Acer but I wasn’t getting too picky, I just wanted something. He kept him-hawing around about it, what he might have got, what he didn’t get, how he waited too long to get anything etc. I figured by this point getting a tablet was a long shot, but I could use my money to buy one, so I kept my hopes alive and kept researching Boxing Day Sales. I kept telling my mom I really don’t think I got anything because there was only one present for me under the tree. Little did I know, that there were a lot for me under there, they just didn’t have my name on them. Santa is sneaky and knows I will peak. lol.

With my pile of gifts arranged, I had strict orders on what to open first, next, last etc. I open this box first. It had a picture of a tablet, and it said choose one, Blackberry Playbook or Acer Iconia. I immediately got defensive (instead of grateful I know how rude of me), and went off saying how could J do this, not get me anything, now I have to go buy my gift myself on boxing day etc. I said to J, you are the worst Santa ever. Everyone started laughing completely knowing what his plan was, I still had on clue. So I opened up my next one, which was a photo of a case, that said coming next week. Lovely. I have a tablet I have to go buy on one of the busiest shopping days of the year, and a case for it coming next week. Santa loves me I’m sure. Then I get to one that is heavy. I open it. It’s the Acer. I scream with delight and immediate apologize to J and tell him thank you. Then I open the next one, and it’s a Playbook. He instantly went from the worst Santa to the best Santa in a matter of minutes. You see, he got both, a while ago while they were on sale and let me choose which one I liked better. He then took the other one for himself which he hasn’t put down this whole vacation. It was a genius move and I was outwitted by J once again, never to outlive the worst Santa ever comment. Never in my wildest dreams, did I think I would get one, let alone the opportunity to choose. Never underestimate Santa. Ever!!

So which one did I pick? I picked the Blackberry Playbook. It’s a bit less bulky, and more like the tablet experience I wanted. The Acer is just as equally great, but to me its more like a handheld PC rather than the Ipad or Playbook experience I was after. The Acer has way way more apps, which is great for J and all the Android users out there, but in the Spring Blackberry is opening up its markets to Android apps so we should have more of a selection soon. We have already come to love our tablets. We are addicted to listening to the Chicago Police scanner at night. It gives us great entertainment and adrenaline rushes.

I hope you all had a great Christmas, and will have a safe but fun New Year’s. May all your dreams and blessings be yours.

Holiday frustrations.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:40:00 +0000

So much to do, so little time.

A date night.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:52:00 +0000

Or should I say J’s company Christmas party.

It was fun, and it was really nice to get out just the two of us. Its hard to believe we have been together for 13 years. 13 years ago, around this time, we just met on the internet and were starting our friendship. Look at us now. Time flies when you are having fun in life.

While we were partying it up, the workers were fixing our hot water tank. We came home to hot water and a house that was still standing, just as we left it.

By this time next weekend, our company will be headed this way. I can’t wait to see my parents, even though I just saw them in October. I wish I could see my brother and SIL for the holidays, but I understand the reasons for them staying back in KS. Soon, they will have a baby girl, I’m so excited! The only person more excited than me is K!!!

While I am slaving away this week getting the house ready, my parents will be relaxing in Belize. Then will turn right around and jump in the car to drive here. Yes. I know they are crazy!! Hopefully they have safe travels and a good time.

Tis the Season.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:05:00 +0000

I will be taking a brief break to enjoy the holidays with the family. See you all in the new year! Have a great Christmas Season with the ones you love.

Winner winner…

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:21:00 +0000

I love to color. I find it relaxing and super fun, even as an adult. I am very proud of Miss K for continuing the tradition. She loves to color and just yesterday won a coloring contest at school.

This was her entry.

and this is her prize, a tote full of crayola stuff. She couldn’t be more excited.

Bad water karma.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:02:00 +0000

Apparently, the water gods did not like me complaining about scheduling showers. The next day I went to shower and poof, ice cold water. Busted water tank was leaking water all over the basement. After rearranging our storage unit, I mean basement, they will be putting in a new tank and pipe today. Two days is just too long without hot water. I would have never made it in the olden days, I would have died for sure.

The cough its still there. My voice still sounds like a transgender, but we are all sleeping better so hopefully we have passed the ickyness. Tomorrow is J’s company Christmas party. I have my outfit, I hope everything looks okay together. Guess I should try it all on. I’m kind of excited to get a night out minus diva princess.

Specialist appt. went well yesterday. I must get my reserves back to normal for the next 8 months, then we will tackle the cysts and the infertility issues. My iron is too low and its too risky to start that treatment now, but once the reserves are there and my body is back to normal (was it ever normal) then we can go with that route. It was comforting to know not all hope is lost in that area.

I did manage to get a little pamper session yesterday. Aesthetics by Rachel hosted a giveaway on her FB page and I won. So I treated myself to a manicure and an eyebrow wax. Nothing like breaking your eyebrow wax virginity with a little pain. How do people find that enjoyable? I seriously think it hurt more than my foot tattoo. I love the results, the eyes watering and contacts floating around everywhere during the process not so much. She does amazing work and is in the local area. You should check her out!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:36:00 +0000

Minus this horrible cold and lingering cough. The ickies could go away forever and I would not miss them one bit. Other than that, I love this time of the year. In a few weeks, our tiny house will be filled with family and love and I couldn’t be more excited. Well, the washing of the walls, the waxing of the floors in preparation and the scheduling of showers due to one bathroom I could live without , but yeah know who’s complaining, it comes with the visitations.

I have most of my wrapping done (just lacking two presents) and all my shopping done (minus the grocery lists). Things are trucking along here quite well. Santa should be proud. Does that mean extra gifts for Momma? Just bring cough medicine, that’s all I really want or need.

Having a SIL who is a model pays off.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:59:00 +0000

J’s sister is a model. She has been doing it her whole life and has made these great friends who are photographers. She had a baby mommy shoot yesterday and asked K and I to jump in on the fun. I am extremely grateful. I haven’t had K’s pictures done since she was a baby. These turned out amazing. He took over 300 and these are just a few. Head over to my fb page to see the rest.

Thanks Auntie for the fun!!

K dressed up as Snowflake, Mrs. Claus’s helper.

Today.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:48:00 +0000

Be thankful for all your blessings, no matter how great or small. Hug your love ones. Say I love you and thank you, for there might not be a next time.

From our house to yours:

What did you say??

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:15:00 +0000

I have been slacking when it comes to writing down the great conversations we are having with Miss K. Here are some of the recent ones. Hope you enjoy!!

She was in the bath, swimming, when she suddenly let out a bubble storm in the water. She smiled, laughed, then turned to me and said,” Hold tight everyone. I’m starting the engines.” I died. Literally laughed so hard I almost peed myself. Where she heard this in regards to having gas in the bath tub I have no clue, but it was hilarious! Definitely my child.

This morning, we ran into so much traffic it was rather frustrating. I kept getting angry and said a few not so nice words. K pipes up and says, “I hope you know I am telling Sarah (our elf on the shelf) when I get home. She will tell Santa you don’t get a good report card for today. Remember she is watching and hearing you.” Yes, kid thanks for the reminder.

She is fascinated with babies in tummies lately. I guess having an Auntie who just had little baby A a few months ago and having my SIL on my other side prego will do that to her. She wants to see baby R (my brother and SIL in KS baby) right now. When I told her just Jenn and TJ were coming, baby R would not be seen this year. She got sad and said, “Well, I guess I will just have to see her through Jenn’s belly. Jenn does have a big belly to see her in right?”

“Mom, I wish you would have named me Selena Gomez. Its much cooler name than Kenley Smith.”

“I love Justin Beiber. I am a super fan.”

Home.

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:44:00 +0000

What a roller coaster ride yesterday was. All the details were on facebook. Easier to update everyone there instead of texting ppl with a phone that was dying. 14 hours in the ER. 6 attempts at finding my veins. 4 blood draws. 3 nurse changes. 2 units of donor blood. Thank you donor. 1 blessed girl who realized how important friends family and health are.

Never going to take that for granted again.

Loving life….

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:09:00 +0000

Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas, even if the weather is mild. We are gearing up the house and ourselves for our holiday visitors. I cant wait to see the family and I know this is going to be a great Christmas. Life is good these days. I don’t miss my work. And I wake up with a sense of relief and contentment that I made the right decision. Something I haven’t felt in a awhile. All is well and I couldn’t be happier. Things are going great and I don’t want it to end!! Have a great week. I will return to normal blogging once I catch up on my design work and home life. I know you all have missed me and the princess.

Happy Birthday to the Hubs!

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:25:00 +0000

Happy 30 something birthday to my better half, J.

Baby A with her godfather/uncle J.

I love you more and more each day. Thank you for taking the journey of life with me.

Monster High Halloween

noreply@blogger.com (Tara) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:06:00 +0000

Happy Halloween from our werewolf to yours!!