New Baby, Dayhome, crazy days ahead!

Oh geez have I ever turned into a pathetic blogger. Things have been crazy in our neck of the woods. We found out that I was pregnantin June, but I am the type that keeps pregnancy pretty hush-hush until its obvious. I am now 24 weeks and I think 3 days along and getting big, nervous and a little bit excited. Since my youngest isn't even a year yet these babes will be very close in age...about 14 months apart...YIKES! Anyways this is or last baby. 4 is what we wanted and 4 is what we were given. Oh and its another GIRL, so 2 girls and 2 boys!
I also opened a Day Home. I needed to do something and a day home seemed like the perfect fit for our lifestyle. I currently have one little guy in my care and have had a ton of calls, so far so good! Anyone out there have any tips about running a wonderful dayhome let me know.

I also opened my own Etsy shop and have sold nothing online yet. I have been making banners for awhile now. My girlfriend started making them and I am following in her footsteps and started making them as a hobby. If your interested let me know. I am currently taking orders locally for Christmas so if your interested for Christmas decorations or gifts let me know.

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Broken Computer ***Sigh***

Yes its true. I dropped my laptop and broke my screen. I am still sad about it. It is currently getting fixed but there may also be something wrong with the hard drive but I really am hoping not since I never saved anything that was on my hard drive.
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Other then that life is going by as usual. I will share my big surprises tomorrow with all of you. One of them is my first giveaway so stay tuned.

Oh Where Oh Where Oh Where have you been?

Well after taking a unannounced summer break I am back and ready to get bloggin. We did tons of fun stuff this summer like camping and relaxing at our family cabin. My older boys even got to take a trip to Disneyland with Grandma and Grandpa.

But its back to school already. Grade 1 and 4 year old preschool here we come!

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Stay tuned as I have a giant surprise to announce sometime this week!

Camping

I am really not a huge fan of camping.

It is a chore to pack a bunch of clothes, food, bottles, plates, untensils, etc.

I get dirty, and my kids gets filthy. We smell like campfire, and the outhouse is almost unbearable!

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We had a fun camping adventure. Middle Man pooped his pants because he was scared of the outhouse, L cried constantly since she is teething, My husband took his dirt bike for a ride and got about 5km(not sure what that is in miles) out and his bike broke down, so he had to push it back...needless to say he was missing for quite some time. Jay he had fun. He rode a miny quad for about 48 hours straight, In his attempt to perfect his driving he hit someone's brand new camper, an outhouse, and cut his throat when he hit a tree.

I served my family hotdogs for breakfast, lunch and dinner and I ate different varities of bread...YUM.

I can't wait to head out again soon!

Jay riding the quad

L wondering why I am giving her stawberries in a mesh bag...ewww Mom!

Middle Mans first quad attempt with daddy


Quading with his big bro...much better!

Mmmm...Addictive

Yes I have been missing for a week or more.

June is a busy month filled with Preschool grad, kindergarten excitment, teething wonders, me falling down the stairs and landing on my tailbone and then peeing my pants...you know all that good stuff!


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My Addictions as of June 18th-2009

1. Diet Pepsi/Diet Dr. Pepper

2. Farm Town on Facebook!

3. Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburg Penguins! ( I really don't have like 50 picture's of him on my computer)

4. Lettuce Wraps, anyone have a recipe?

5. Rain, we don't get it alot so its been nice.

Ps. Here's hoping my tailbone is not broken...I heard the Dr. has to stick a good old finger up the rear to find out, really looking foward to it!

Van Etiquette

I drive a van.

I never thought I would.

2 years ago we traded in our little Honda CRV for a Van. My husband was all into the whole van scene.

As soon as I got into the drivers seat I felt like I needed to hike my pants up to my chest and have enormous underwear lines.

I felt at least 20 years older.

There is definitely etiquette that you need to follow when driving a van.

1. First you must never have the music up loud enough to be heard by other drivers or passerbys.
2. You can't race other drivers; not that I would ever do anything like that...
3. Never try to look cool while driving, you will just embarrass yourself, and last but not least
4. Do not remove the seats in the rear of the van and try to take a nap in a parkade; it is not a camper, and you will almost likely suffocate.

This is me about 2 years ago. Posing with the van.

Major Crush

Yes I am majorly crushing on this boy! Someone give me a cold towel!

Mom Central Blog Tour

I have been selected as one of the Canadian Bloggers to participate in the

"Mom Central Comes to Canada"

blog tour.

Mom Central is giving Moms the change to Win 1 of 5 Canon Power Shot Cameras

Mom Central is a one-stop online resource dedicated to providing busy moms with smart household and parenting solutions.

As Mom Centrals founder Stacy DeBroff puts it, "I wanted to create a resource for busy Moms - a place where Moms can trust they'll find helpful information they need to make their lives easier."·

At Mom Central, you'll find information on everything from toddler toys and baby-proofing to household finances and green living. ·


Check out Mom Central here: www.momcentral.com.

The Best Part about Mom Central is the

Mom Central Testing Panel

This is where Moms get to test out the latest and greatest products and services and have their voices heard by companies who care about their opinion. Moms can get involved today by clicking here to register for the Canadian Mom Central Testing Panel. If you sign-up during the month of June, you'll be entered into the draw to win 1 of 5 awesome Canon PowerShot cameras.

Spring Days

Pleease please please let me watch a movie(I said No since it was already past 8pm on Sunday) This is a post crying picture.

She loves eating her toes

So focused on her toys

I found this picture taken with my camera...what a cutie

Pondering

Pondering Thoughts

Why is my 'rich' neighboor such a snob? Is it because her family has more money then mine? what is the reason?
I don't understand why people can be so mad and grumpy all the time.

Whats with Eco friendly toilet paper? Whats the difference, I cant tell the difference.

Does being angry more often come with age?

They called the city on us because the wind carried a bag and a bottle onto their driveway, did it happen, yes, but why?

Why can't I fall asleep easily anymore?


Is fitting with someone via cell phone while shopping a new trend?

Check this out

Check It Out

This is an awesome giveaway from Heidi.

Check out her blog Tiles By Design

And enter the Giveaway!

Love Affair

When I opened my front door last Saturday morning I felt the warm air hit my face, and then something BIG and BLUE caught my eye. It was the most amazing thing I had seen for some time. I ran out the front door still in my pajamas. I greeted my new friend with open arms. I peeled off the plastic bag, and quickly pulled out the brochure. My city finally decided to start a curb side recycling program. And I was given a giant BLUE bin to fill with everything I could find...laundry soap bottles, big formula cans, bags, etc. My BLUE bin is getting fuller and fuller by the day and I am stoked.

Wow Thanks...

I was away from blogging for a few days due to a teething little monkey and a few other issues. When I logged in a few days ago I discovered I had been awarded with 3 awards by 4 wonderful fellow bloggers!

I received this award from Shell at Stuttering Shell.

Thanks Shell I love your blog!

I received this award from 2 different people!

Jessica at Mommy Nightowl and

Jen at My not so Hurried Life.

Thanks ladies you rock!

I received this award from Rae Ann at Critical Mass
Thanks I love your blog and
Although I don't like sushi I love this award!

Glue Alternatives

Ketchup and Pancake mix are a great alternatives to glue.

Instructions:

~ Spill ketchup/pancake mix on counter
~Leave the house without wiping counter off
~Come back home 3 hours later
~And you have glue
~For fun try to get it off your counter

Hunk...I mean The Hulk

This is the Hulk pictured below. He is a fictional comic book character that turns into a huge man with super strength. When he gets super strength he turns green.


My boys love him. They have seen Hulk movies and cartoons, and own a few hulks of their own. The funny thing is they call him the Hunk. Yes the hunk. Its not a word used much anymore but I remember when I was growing up a hunk was a good looking boy. J started saying this when he was little and Middle Man got it from him. I heard them playing today and its hilarious. I just don't have the nerve to tell them yet, its just too cute!

A Girl and her Nipple

(Yeah I thought the title was pretty clever myself)

I picked Gerber brand bottles for my daughter whom is formula feed before she was even born. I chose them for the sole purpose that they fit on top of these perfectly:

These are single serving glass bottles that worked well for our hospital stay and the first few days at home.

This is the size of the first nipple that L Bean used. She was fine with it. It wasn't too small or too big, and this is the first thing she had in her mouth, obviously seeming normal to her.

This above nipple came in the second pack of bottles that I bought. I didn't notice that it was a bit smaller then the first one...(who measures nipples?) L Bean seemed fine with it.


This is the nipple size that came with the third pack of bottles that I bought. When I went to wash these I saw a noticeable size difference. What is this nipple for? An ant? Seriously it is so tiny. Needless to say L Bean thinks size does matter when it comes to her and her nipple!

Tagged

Tag Your It

Rules:

1. Mention the person who nominated you.

2. List six unimportant things that make you happy.

3. Tag six blogs, state the rules & notify them with a teeny comment on their blog.

I was nominated by Moody Mommy of Confessions of a Moody Mommy

My Six unimportant things that make me Happy:

1. Saturday mornings, complete with homemade waffles, and laughter!

2. Cuddling with my husband at night, beneath are warm blankets.

3. When summer turns into fall. I love the colors and the smells.

4. Summer bbqs, sitting outside on our deck with a few friends and talking the night away.

5. Treating myself to new clothes or decorative items for the house.

6. Going to live theatre shows! Love them!

I am not going to tag anyone this time...if you want to play along feel free to.

My How You've Grown

What L Bean is up to:

-Eating a lot!

-Jumping in her jolly jumper.

-Using her hands to hold and grab toys.

-Plays strange with everyone but Mom, Dad, and Brothers.

-Prefers if your a stranger you don't look at her, or speak to her.

-Loves her brothers, always smiling at them.

-Drools all the time.

-Trys to sit up when laying down.

-Drinks Soy Milk and her tummy feels better.

-Gives dirty looks.

-Likes to stare and smile at herself in the mirror.

Blogger Buddy & Zombie Chicken

I was awarded with these two awesome awards thanks to

Mama of 3 Munchkins!

Seriously check out her blog, she is awesome!

Thank-you so much I am really honored that there are people out there that actually take the time to read my blog.

The Zombie Chicken Award

This award means:"The blogger who receives this award believes in the Tao of the zombie chicken - excellence, grace and persistence in all situations, even in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. These amazing bloggers regularly produce content so remarkable that their readers would brave a raving pack of zombie chickens just to be able to read their inspiring words. As a recipient of this world-renowned award, you now have the task of passing it on to at least 5 other worthy bloggers. Do not risk the wrath of the zombie chickens by choosing unwisely or not choosing at all…"

I have to choose 5 blogs that I love to pass these awards too, those blogs are:

1. With An Angel On My Shoulder

2. Table for nine

3. Chronicles of Momnia

4. Words From A Busy SAHM

5. Closing Time

Check these out!

I was tagged

Crazy EightsRules:



Mention the person that tagged you:

I was tagged twice by: Michelle @ Table for nine &

Moody Mommy @ Confessions of a Moody Mommy



Complete the lists of 8's.

Tag 8 blogger friends, go tell them you tagged them...



8 Things I am looking forward to:



1. My husband finishing school
2. Going on a vacation
3. Buying a new vechile
4. Spring (not here yet)
5. Losing weight...its coming along
6. Buying new clothes (when I lose weight)
7. Spending time @ the lake in the summer
8. Paying off debt



8 Things I did yesterday


1. Stem cleaned my carpets.
2. Watched hockey
3. Watched the Wrestler
4. Had waffles for supper
5. Vacuumed the upstairs
6. Exercised
7. Took care of sick J who has the flu
8. Changed lots of diapers



8 Things I wish I could do:


1. Be motivated to exercise
2. Go on a weekend getaway with my husband
3. Enjoy doing laundry
4. Buy as many clothes as I wanted
5. Make middle Man quite screaming (Ahhhhh)
6. Become a better cook
7. Help more people in need
8. Read more then I do



8 Shows I watch:


1. House
2. Intervention
3. News
4. CSI
5. Spider Man
6. Deigo
7. Scobby Doo
8. Batman



8 Favorite fruits


1. Strawberries
2. Blue Berries
3. Peaches
4. Kiwi
5. Oranges
6. Apples
7. Pears
8. Grapefruit



8 Places I would like to travel:


1. Eastern Canada
2. Mexico (Love it)
3. Scotland
4. Thailand
5. Ukraine
6. Bahamas
7. New York
8. South Africa



8 Places I have lived:



1. Calgary, Alberta Canada
2. Vancouver, BC Canada
3. Calgary
4. Calgary
5. Calgary
6. Calgary
7. Calgary
8. Calgary



8 People I'm Tagging


1. The Lunch Lady's Babblings
2. I Heart Stella & Dot
3. With an Angel On My Shoulder
4. Stuttering Shell
5. Mama of 3 Munchkins!
6. GottaLoveMom
7. Mom Balance
8. I'm still standing