I had a a wonderful kid free weekend!
Friday afternoon I spent hanging around the house. I addressed our Christmas cards and will hopefully get them in the mail this week. I also did a little online Black Friday shopping. The kid's are done, the ex's gift from the kids is out of the way and the only people I have left to buy for are getting gift cards. Friday night I went out to dinner and then a movie.
Saturday I had a coffee date. It was really nice to have an adult conversation for once. I really enjoyed myself.
Sunday the kids came back and we had family over for 'Light Up Night.'
Onto this week:
Monday - I have Anatomy lab and class today. Thank goodness there is only one class left! DR and Lindsey will both have school. No plans for the evening.
Tuesday - I have my final in Med Terms. YAY! I am so glad that this class is over with! Linds & DR both have school and then we'll have story time in the evening.
Wednesday - I have my last Anatomy class and it'll be our final. DR has a doctor's appointment in the afternoon for a check up and Lindsey will be in school. She has a field trip this day to one of our local university's to watch a Christmas play. She's excited to go! :)
Thursday - Lindsey has school and DR and I will be home relaxing. Well, more than likely cleaning, doing laundry and grocery shopping. Maybe we'll hit Target as well.
Friday - I have my Medical Assisting evaluation in the morning and then DR has a dentist appointment in the afternoon. Lindsey of course has school.
Weekend plans: Saturday - The kids and I are going to Breakfast with Santa in the morning and I have no idea what we will be doing in the evening. Maybe we'll go see the lights at Oglebay or put the Christmas tree up. Sunday - Church in the morning and then Linds will be in our local Christmas parade with the church in the afternoon. She is really looking foward to it!
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Single Mama
I think we all need to be reminded this at times. I sure as heck know that I do!
I was feeling blue the other night just over the stupidest thing. I don't even know how to explain it or put it into words, but whatever I was thinking had me feeling down.
I look at my life now and I truly am so much happier than when I was married. I'm actually setting and accomplishing goals in my life that mean something to me, instead of always feeling let down or put down.
In other words, I really shouldn't have been feeling blue over what I was thinking. My ex cheating on me and then later walking out on the kids and I truly was the best thing for us. The kids and I have survived and thrived because of it.
This song came on the radio the other night and it reminded me that I need to be more grateful rather than feel let down, because I am The Strong One here.
The Strong One By Clint Black
When God made woman I wonder sometimes
If it was a flower he had in mind when he made her
A touch as gentle as a butterfly
A kiss so sweet it could stop time forever
God gave man a chance to be the kind of strength a woman needs
He was suppose to be the one to carry that load
CHORUS:
But there she goes
Baby in her arms
World on her shoulder when her day starts
Working a job that don't pay much
but she thanks God it's enough
There she is
on her own two feet
He walked out
but she's still got dreams
Tries to laugh when she feels like crying
Nobody'd blame her if she quit trying
But she's got a heart that gives and gives
Now you tell me who the strong one is
Tonight's the first night in a while
She put on her makeup wearing a smile
She's going out
And everything was all planned out
but the fever that the baby's got now
It's all shot down
She gives up what she wants to do for what she has to
That's what a momma does
She'll be there like she always is
when the sun comes up
CHORUS:
And there she goes
Baby in her arms
World on her shoulder when her day starts
Working a job that don't pay much
but she thanks God it's enough
There she is
on her own two feet
He walked out
but she's still got dreams
Tries to laugh when she feels like crying
Nobody'd blame her if she quit trying
But she's got a heart that gives and gives
So you tell me who the strong one is
And there she is on her own two feet
He walked out but she's still got dreams
Tries to laugh when she feels like crying
Nobody'd blame her if she quit trying
But she got a heart that gives and gives
So you tell me who the strong one is
You tell me who the strong one is
Lyrics from ALLYRICS.NET
I was feeling blue the other night just over the stupidest thing. I don't even know how to explain it or put it into words, but whatever I was thinking had me feeling down.
I look at my life now and I truly am so much happier than when I was married. I'm actually setting and accomplishing goals in my life that mean something to me, instead of always feeling let down or put down.
In other words, I really shouldn't have been feeling blue over what I was thinking. My ex cheating on me and then later walking out on the kids and I truly was the best thing for us. The kids and I have survived and thrived because of it.
This song came on the radio the other night and it reminded me that I need to be more grateful rather than feel let down, because I am The Strong One here.
The Strong One By Clint Black
When God made woman I wonder sometimes
If it was a flower he had in mind when he made her
A touch as gentle as a butterfly
A kiss so sweet it could stop time forever
God gave man a chance to be the kind of strength a woman needs
He was suppose to be the one to carry that load
CHORUS:
But there she goes
Baby in her arms
World on her shoulder when her day starts
Working a job that don't pay much
but she thanks God it's enough
There she is
on her own two feet
He walked out
but she's still got dreams
Tries to laugh when she feels like crying
Nobody'd blame her if she quit trying
But she's got a heart that gives and gives
Now you tell me who the strong one is
Tonight's the first night in a while
She put on her makeup wearing a smile
She's going out
And everything was all planned out
but the fever that the baby's got now
It's all shot down
She gives up what she wants to do for what she has to
That's what a momma does
She'll be there like she always is
when the sun comes up
CHORUS:
And there she goes
Baby in her arms
World on her shoulder when her day starts
Working a job that don't pay much
but she thanks God it's enough
There she is
on her own two feet
He walked out
but she's still got dreams
Tries to laugh when she feels like crying
Nobody'd blame her if she quit trying
But she's got a heart that gives and gives
So you tell me who the strong one is
And there she is on her own two feet
He walked out but she's still got dreams
Tries to laugh when she feels like crying
Nobody'd blame her if she quit trying
But she got a heart that gives and gives
So you tell me who the strong one is
You tell me who the strong one is
Lyrics from ALLYRICS.NET
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving!
Today I'm thankful for all the many gifts I've been blessed with...two very happy and healthy children, a wondefully supportive family, and all my friends, whether online or in real life.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Can you guess???
The kids went with their dad last night. The man was actually early to pick them up AND he's bringing them back later than I thought. I'm amazed!
Anyways, I had packed the kids and Lindsey has these two Tinkerbell nightgowns that she LOVES! One was from last year (it's pink) and then I bought her a new one this year (it's blue). I made sure to pack both knowing full well which would be the first one she picked out to wear.
I called them last night to tell them good night and I asked if they were in their PJ's. Lindsey said yes and I told her 'Let me guess...you're in your BLUE Tinkerbell nightgown.'
She goes, 'YES! How did you know that mom? Can you see me?'
I said, 'No, I just know my daughter and knew that would be the first one you would wear.'
She then goes on to ask, 'Well, then what kind of underwear am I wearing?'
Anyways, I had packed the kids and Lindsey has these two Tinkerbell nightgowns that she LOVES! One was from last year (it's pink) and then I bought her a new one this year (it's blue). I made sure to pack both knowing full well which would be the first one she picked out to wear.
I called them last night to tell them good night and I asked if they were in their PJ's. Lindsey said yes and I told her 'Let me guess...you're in your BLUE Tinkerbell nightgown.'
She goes, 'YES! How did you know that mom? Can you see me?'
I said, 'No, I just know my daughter and knew that would be the first one you would wear.'
She then goes on to ask, 'Well, then what kind of underwear am I wearing?'
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Thankful-11/24
Today I'm thankful for a much needed and well deserved mommy break. The kids will be with their dad for the next 5 days and I am going to enjoy my time off and I'm going to hope they will enjoy their time as well.
I really don't have too many plans...I have class tomorrow, turkey day will be spent with family, and the weekend I will be doing nothing but relaxing. I do have a date on Saturday though so I'm excited! :) The kids will be back on Sunday just in time for a family dinner and 'Light Up Night.'
I really don't have too many plans...I have class tomorrow, turkey day will be spent with family, and the weekend I will be doing nothing but relaxing. I do have a date on Saturday though so I'm excited! :) The kids will be back on Sunday just in time for a family dinner and 'Light Up Night.'
Monday, November 23, 2009
Your Wish Has Been Granted...
DR's wish has been granted and I took him to stinkin' Cablea's this afternoon. UGH...I hate that place!
The sad thing...he would ask me questions and I could actually answer him.
I do not hunt.
I do not fish.
I do not camp.
I don't hike.
I HATE those types of things, yet I could answer all his questions.
Why???
Because my ex husband is a walking encyclopedia of useless information and some of those useless things stuck inside my head. And gee...he always thought I never listened to him.
Anyways, he and I had a good time walking around. I have some pics that I will post in a bit but my battery to the camera is charging.
The sad thing...he would ask me questions and I could actually answer him.
I do not hunt.
I do not fish.
I do not camp.
I don't hike.
I HATE those types of things, yet I could answer all his questions.
Why???
Because my ex husband is a walking encyclopedia of useless information and some of those useless things stuck inside my head. And gee...he always thought I never listened to him.
Anyways, he and I had a good time walking around. I have some pics that I will post in a bit but my battery to the camera is charging.
Monday, Monday
This weekend was a long one!
Friday night Lindsey broke down again about having to go with her dad. UGH! It makes me feel like such a horrible parent and I feel such guilt. I calmed her down though and reassured her of all her fears. I'm hoping she's a little more excited now that it's almost time to go. I had her pick out a few things to take with her and that made her feel a little better.
I also tried explaining things to my jackass of an ex-husband but it just goes in one ear and out the other. @@ Why do I even bother? I guess I'm just hoping that one day it will finally click and that he will get it.
Friday night we went to Wheeling's Christmas parade. We all had a good time. DR was a little overwhelmed at first. He had fallen asleep in the car and I had to wake him up when we got there. He really had no idea what was going on and was in a stupor for the first 20 minutes or so. Finally, he got into it and was diving left and right to get candy. The kids were sitting on the curb and they got handfuls of candy shoved into their bags. It was enough to fill out Halloween bowl back up! LOL
Saturday the kids and I went with my dad and uncle to a local college's playoff football game. The kids had fun and DR really enjoyed it. The team won and my dad is already talking about going to the next one. Uh...no thank you.
Sunday we all went to church, watched the Steelers play a really crappy game and then went out to dinner. Mmmmm...Bella Via my most favorite place! I did laundry during the day and pretty much have the kids packed and ready to go. I just need to add shoes and toiletries.
But, onto this week...
Monday - I have Anatomy class and lab and the kids have school. I have a test in both lab and class that I am not looking froward to. Nothing is sinking in at this point and I just want the quarter to be over! No plans for tonight other than me getting my Medical Terms workbook done.
Tuesday - The kids have school and both with be having their Thanksgiving Feasts today. I have class in the afternoon and a test to boot! At least I get to leave early since I have a doctor's appointment. Once I'm done I'll pick up the kids and then we'll be waiting at home for their father to come pick them up. I need to check with him on the time frame and make sure it's still the same.
Wednesday - Ahhhhhhhhhh...I get to sleep in! The kids will be with their dad and I don't have Anatomy until noon. Ahhhhhhhhhhhh!
Thursday - HAPPY THANKSGIVING! I'll be heading to my grandma's for dinner with the family.
Friday - I don't know if I should Black Friday shop or not? I haven't been since I was pregnant with either Lindsey or DR. Either way, it's been 5 years! I'm pretty much done though and at this point the things I do buy would just be filler items. Plus, looking at the ads online there isn't much that I really want or need. Maybe I will skip it and SLEEP IN! Do you see a pattern here? LOL What, I'm making up for the times I couldn't sleep or the kids getting up early or waking me up in the middle of the night or getting up for school and all of the other times I've missed sleep. ;)
Weekend plans: Saturday - No clue as of yet. Maybe get together with the best friend and do a girls night out. We haven't had one in awhile! Sunday - The kids will be back today. No clue on the time though. We'll have family over in the evening for 'Light Up Night' with another HUGE turkey dinner. YUM!
Friday night Lindsey broke down again about having to go with her dad. UGH! It makes me feel like such a horrible parent and I feel such guilt. I calmed her down though and reassured her of all her fears. I'm hoping she's a little more excited now that it's almost time to go. I had her pick out a few things to take with her and that made her feel a little better.
I also tried explaining things to my jackass of an ex-husband but it just goes in one ear and out the other. @@ Why do I even bother? I guess I'm just hoping that one day it will finally click and that he will get it.
Friday night we went to Wheeling's Christmas parade. We all had a good time. DR was a little overwhelmed at first. He had fallen asleep in the car and I had to wake him up when we got there. He really had no idea what was going on and was in a stupor for the first 20 minutes or so. Finally, he got into it and was diving left and right to get candy. The kids were sitting on the curb and they got handfuls of candy shoved into their bags. It was enough to fill out Halloween bowl back up! LOL
Saturday the kids and I went with my dad and uncle to a local college's playoff football game. The kids had fun and DR really enjoyed it. The team won and my dad is already talking about going to the next one. Uh...no thank you.
Sunday we all went to church, watched the Steelers play a really crappy game and then went out to dinner. Mmmmm...Bella Via my most favorite place! I did laundry during the day and pretty much have the kids packed and ready to go. I just need to add shoes and toiletries.
But, onto this week...
Monday - I have Anatomy class and lab and the kids have school. I have a test in both lab and class that I am not looking froward to. Nothing is sinking in at this point and I just want the quarter to be over! No plans for tonight other than me getting my Medical Terms workbook done.
Tuesday - The kids have school and both with be having their Thanksgiving Feasts today. I have class in the afternoon and a test to boot! At least I get to leave early since I have a doctor's appointment. Once I'm done I'll pick up the kids and then we'll be waiting at home for their father to come pick them up. I need to check with him on the time frame and make sure it's still the same.
Wednesday - Ahhhhhhhhhh...I get to sleep in! The kids will be with their dad and I don't have Anatomy until noon. Ahhhhhhhhhhhh!
Thursday - HAPPY THANKSGIVING! I'll be heading to my grandma's for dinner with the family.
Friday - I don't know if I should Black Friday shop or not? I haven't been since I was pregnant with either Lindsey or DR. Either way, it's been 5 years! I'm pretty much done though and at this point the things I do buy would just be filler items. Plus, looking at the ads online there isn't much that I really want or need. Maybe I will skip it and SLEEP IN! Do you see a pattern here? LOL What, I'm making up for the times I couldn't sleep or the kids getting up early or waking me up in the middle of the night or getting up for school and all of the other times I've missed sleep. ;)
Weekend plans: Saturday - No clue as of yet. Maybe get together with the best friend and do a girls night out. We haven't had one in awhile! Sunday - The kids will be back today. No clue on the time though. We'll have family over in the evening for 'Light Up Night' with another HUGE turkey dinner. YUM!
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