Mama of 2 P's in a Pod

I did a lot of thinking this weekend, mostly about how to improve the lives of those I love, and how to make life at home consistent, loving, caring, nurturing and a safe haven from the rest of the world. It was during this thinking I realized that it truly starts with me. I've heard that theory "if mama ain't happy, nobody is!" and never really thought much about it. As a mom and a wife, its just been a natural process of taking care of everyone else. So the problems of clashing with big P will have to start changing with ME. The getting my family to eat healthy (ok the P's have this down but Kris and I do NOT) starts with ME. The consistent-routine part, starts with ME. That feels like a lot of pressure sometimes, but I have the opportunity to be my best for my family and in turn, have them be their bests for themselves. (WOW, lots of really bad typing and grammar issues here) But I think the point is there. I've written many posts about losing weight, findi...

It's been one of those weeks where I needed a little pick up - and I got one...my hubby brought me flowers to work. A nice surprise! Maybe the first of many nice moments! I am looking forward to date night tomorrow night and possibly a few nights away together later this month. Thank you baby for the sweet surprise!

The time has come when I have to go back and finish up a few classes so my degree from Washburn will be just that - a degree. Of course, I'm working out the kinks with the dean of students to determine just what it is I need to get going! I've been told so many different things, so I had to go straight to the source of help, at least I hope. But what this means is I that much closer to being a teacher! WOOHOO! I will either apply to get an emergency license within the next month OR I will get finished with WU and start a restricted teaching license program. So we'll see. BUT how exciting!! I felt right at home when I went with Parker to get screened for the school district we are in's preschool program and its weird, I pictured myself doing high school. So we'll see which direction I'm taken in but I am very excited about the possibility! A little anxious too, having dreams of not getting my homework done!

I think big P misses the warm weather the most. She is just itching to get her hands on bugs and dirt and really longs to just run and run and run. Maybe, she'll share some of that running attitude with mommy! Little P is right there with sissy staring out the back door at the snow that decided to make its way back into Kansas this weekend. They have a friend now, her name is Big A, and she has two little sisters who adore the big girls. She stares out her door too for the P's, and if they are out, I kid you not, Big A is out in two minutes! The time it takes to get either her mommy or daddy to agree. Its such a sight to see and such a wonderful feeling, watching these kids just wanting to enjoy their backyards with a friend. I will definitely have to break out Kris' camera and take pictures of them later this week when the snow melts and yes it's 75 degrees. Gotta love this Kansas yo-yo called weather! Speaking of Little P, she decided to give herself a homemade haircu...

I did something a little outside my character last weekend. A friend of mine, Carrie who is such a talented photographer, wanted to do a Boudair session. And I volunteered! I wanted to do some fun pictures for Kris for Valentine's Day with some of his firefighter stuff. So, we spent a good part of last Sunday afternoon laughing our butts off! I had a great time and felt super sexy and still do, thank you Carrie! I am HORRIBLE at keeping surprises a secret when it comes to my husband, and he is too. Most Birthday or Christmas presents end up being given a week before the big days, that's just how we roll I guess. So, I showed what she has finished editing so far and he LOVES them! Here's a couple to show off the talents of Mrs. Carrie Rolin!

Little P has this way of just looking at you or touching your hand or giving you a hug that makes everything seem OK. Things have been great, working on unpacking and organizing the house, dealing with the daily routine, trying to keep it routine, getting "promoted" at work while seeing two co-workers leave. The usual kind of stuff, well minus Kris getting 8 teeth extracted last week kind of usual. He is doing remarkably well by the way, even taking time to thank me for being helpful, supportive and a good wife...sigh =) But Little P will still find some way to nudge her sweet little body in for a surprise hug, a sweet touch and a cute little look and for those I'm forever grateful. She has always been my saving grace and its good to feel ok! Also ok, Bit P, despite a few moments of sass and attitude that only a 5-year-old can pull off, she is truly coming into her own. Her analytical mind is constantly going...whcih can be rough at bedtime but we're working on it. I...

Boy, time creeps away from me. I didn't realize that I hadn't blogged about the joys of Christmas and big P's 5 th birthday. Then again, we did just move and that has taken up a lot of my time and energy. I don't normally make a New Year's resolution that really has any power or meaning behind it. Partly because I've never really seen the point and partly because I've never been good at it. This year however, is much different. We are starting a new year in a new home with new outlooks. While we have so many blessings to count, we do have some things we as a family and we as individuals (Kris and I) have to change in order for us to succeed in our new journey. So, while I try not to make resolutions, and try to just focus on being "better", sometimes a definition of what "better" is, is truly needed. I have found myself in a corner of the room where I never expected to be. I am more negative than positive, never express my true opinions ...