Yesterday was quite the day -
Started at midnight with Lexi puking on and off all night which resulted in literally 8 loads of laundry to be done in the morning.
Had to call in sick but still had 4 conference calls I had to attend to with both kids home.
Brooke fell down the stairs while I was yelling at her to go clean her room.
Washing machine overflowed though I don't blame it - I'd be pissed at me too.
Picked Brooke up from school, brought the little red wagon thinking it would be nice for her to get a ride with Lexi - turns out they were dragging their hands under the wagon and when I felt a bah-bump and turned around to see what I rolled over it ended up being Brooke's hand which now resembles a scuffed up eggplant.
Day wound down with another round of vomit and one set of sheets ready for the laundry which currently lay putrifying in the laundy area.
I'm so glad I'm at work today!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Monday, March 09, 2009
Two things to recommend
I watched a cool movie last night - Deception with Hugh Jackman. It was a thriller but it kept your attention and who doesn't like looking at Hugh, really?
The other thing to recommend is REDBOXes http://blog.redbox.com/. On Wednesdays you visit the site and they have a code for a free Redbox rental for that night. Good deal! I think it may only be through March so take advantage!
This weekend the girls and I went on a mini-vacation with Sha to beautiful Foxboro, MA. Why you might ask? We went to the travel show at Gillette stadium and then used Marriott points to stay at a hotel nearby. It was really a blast! The pool was awesome and we just goofed around and had a good time. The kids loved filling the ice buckets at the ice machine and going to the little mini-market for supremely over-priced treats. A great way to kick the winter blues!
The dilemma this week is whether to try to get Alexis out of Cherubs and into a Montessori type of setting in the Fall. Of course organized mothers have already made this decision and applied within the listed dealines (which were January if you can imagine). Thankfully the economy is in the bleeper and the Montessori schools are still looking for applicants. The issues are the commute to the schools, the schedules (some are half day others are weird hours) and the money (of course). I think she would love it there but that's sort of like saying I'd love a BMW. Or is it? Also, if she Montessori's now will she be bored out of her mind when she matriculated back into public school? I don't see us forking over $10,000 every year when we pay taxes for public school. The justification right now is that we are paying for daycare anyway why not pay for a better educational experience? As usual it's all a blur and will sort itsefl out somehow. Stay tuned....
The other thing to recommend is REDBOXes http://blog.redbox.com/. On Wednesdays you visit the site and they have a code for a free Redbox rental for that night. Good deal! I think it may only be through March so take advantage!
This weekend the girls and I went on a mini-vacation with Sha to beautiful Foxboro, MA. Why you might ask? We went to the travel show at Gillette stadium and then used Marriott points to stay at a hotel nearby. It was really a blast! The pool was awesome and we just goofed around and had a good time. The kids loved filling the ice buckets at the ice machine and going to the little mini-market for supremely over-priced treats. A great way to kick the winter blues!
The dilemma this week is whether to try to get Alexis out of Cherubs and into a Montessori type of setting in the Fall. Of course organized mothers have already made this decision and applied within the listed dealines (which were January if you can imagine). Thankfully the economy is in the bleeper and the Montessori schools are still looking for applicants. The issues are the commute to the schools, the schedules (some are half day others are weird hours) and the money (of course). I think she would love it there but that's sort of like saying I'd love a BMW. Or is it? Also, if she Montessori's now will she be bored out of her mind when she matriculated back into public school? I don't see us forking over $10,000 every year when we pay taxes for public school. The justification right now is that we are paying for daycare anyway why not pay for a better educational experience? As usual it's all a blur and will sort itsefl out somehow. Stay tuned....
Monday, February 02, 2009
Clarification
I am still posting to Blogger!! I just update pics on Facebook more regularly so check there once in a while but I'll try to be better about pics on Blogger.
So today I am in a Zen like state about everything. I went swimming this morning and it cleared all of the cr*p. We had a superbowl party last night and I was in a funk because of lack of sleep and the impending Monday morning schedule change. Now that it's Monday I'm fine but thinking about it was bumming me out. Isn't that always the way? Thinking of something is much worse than the actual doing of it.
In more interesting news - Brooke lost her first tooth!! She was so excited she called all of the grandparents and danced around showing Lexi, me and Daddy for hours. It was one of those moments that makes you smile inside at how beautiful your children are. Lexi of course is wondering when anything is going to happen for her and not Brooke all the time. Thankfully her b'day is coming up so we can shower her with attention for a week - what? A birthday isn't a week, it is where I come from!
So today I am in a Zen like state about everything. I went swimming this morning and it cleared all of the cr*p. We had a superbowl party last night and I was in a funk because of lack of sleep and the impending Monday morning schedule change. Now that it's Monday I'm fine but thinking about it was bumming me out. Isn't that always the way? Thinking of something is much worse than the actual doing of it.
In more interesting news - Brooke lost her first tooth!! She was so excited she called all of the grandparents and danced around showing Lexi, me and Daddy for hours. It was one of those moments that makes you smile inside at how beautiful your children are. Lexi of course is wondering when anything is going to happen for her and not Brooke all the time. Thankfully her b'day is coming up so we can shower her with attention for a week - what? A birthday isn't a week, it is where I come from!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Facebook and Wii
I've not been posting lately to the blog because I've found a new medium: Facebook. It's much easier to post pictures there than on the blog so if you are interested in seeing pictures more regularly from the Vallier family join Facebook and befriend me and John. It's easy, I know people are reluctant but it's the new wave so jump on.
In that technological theme we got a Wii for Christmas which is awesome. We've been playing it non-stop to get over the winter doldrums. I had wanted the Wii fit which has yoga, aerobics, balancing, etc. but it wasn't really in the budget UNTIL...I sold my treadmill on Craig's List for $250, I then bought the Wii fit from someone on Craigs list for $110 when it's retailing for $150 where available on the internet. Pretty cool. And we got to go out to dinner. And the stupid treadmill is not clogging up the bedroom. So another thing I recommend highly is Craigs List if you have things you want to get rid of. The deal is the person has to come pick it up and bring cash. I guess sometimes people try to negotiate but that's up to you. Both people I dealt with were normal people who just wanted (or didn't want) what was listed.
Final recommendation - The Wayward Bus, John Steinbeck. Just reading it, love it of course. That man can write.
In that technological theme we got a Wii for Christmas which is awesome. We've been playing it non-stop to get over the winter doldrums. I had wanted the Wii fit which has yoga, aerobics, balancing, etc. but it wasn't really in the budget UNTIL...I sold my treadmill on Craig's List for $250, I then bought the Wii fit from someone on Craigs list for $110 when it's retailing for $150 where available on the internet. Pretty cool. And we got to go out to dinner. And the stupid treadmill is not clogging up the bedroom. So another thing I recommend highly is Craigs List if you have things you want to get rid of. The deal is the person has to come pick it up and bring cash. I guess sometimes people try to negotiate but that's up to you. Both people I dealt with were normal people who just wanted (or didn't want) what was listed.
Final recommendation - The Wayward Bus, John Steinbeck. Just reading it, love it of course. That man can write.
Friday, December 19, 2008
Honest to God
I am sitting here minding my own business waiting for the snow to start, kids playing nicely, when Brooke comes over and asks, (and I kid you not), "When mommies and daddies have babies how does the baby get in there?" No matter how cool you think you are or how prepared you assume you will be this question sends your mind racing with all the possible ways you could screw this answer up and guarantee a therapist $250 an hour for many years.I think I did alright even though my answer elicited a step back and an "ewww" from Brooke. Fine with me. I wasn't graphic so don't worry my conservative friends. I tried the basic when two people love each other business but she wasn't having any of it so I had to explain about the sleeping together part, again, "But how does it actually get in there?" So I had to explain Mom & Dad parts and used a seed reference while trying to stifle my giggles at the thought of having to explain this. She finally walked away and is back to playing again so I think I can return to breathing.....for now.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Done!
I'm done with the book. A select few will be getting copies this month and, depending on their feedback, I'll be hunting for an agent. If I could write full-time it would be a dream come true but better make sure the book doesn't suck first, huh?
Brooke and Lexi are doing well, loving their advents calendars and all the hoopla up to the big day! Brooke already got a skateboard and Lexi got a Yo Gabba Gabba dancemat (if you don't know what that is count yourself lucky) from Santa. We went to Carol's holiday party this past weekend and had a great time!
Winter in N.E. makes for some seriously long, boring, tv-watching days which no one wants to read about but I'll try to pay more attention to the everyday cutieties (funny things the kids say) so that I can blog more often! The problem is their conversations are getting longer and Mommies memory is getting shorter - not too good for relating the stories five days later.
Brooke and Lexi are doing well, loving their advents calendars and all the hoopla up to the big day! Brooke already got a skateboard and Lexi got a Yo Gabba Gabba dancemat (if you don't know what that is count yourself lucky) from Santa. We went to Carol's holiday party this past weekend and had a great time!
Winter in N.E. makes for some seriously long, boring, tv-watching days which no one wants to read about but I'll try to pay more attention to the everyday cutieties (funny things the kids say) so that I can blog more often! The problem is their conversations are getting longer and Mommies memory is getting shorter - not too good for relating the stories five days later.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
The Mommy saga continues
John has a trade show today and tomorrow so he's out of town.
I got up today at 4:45am to catch the train.
I had to make sure I was sitting at a computer at 8:30 so that I could sign the kids up for gymnastics or else all of the spots would have been taken (it's happened).
I walked from my office to Downtown crossing to Ashburton (on the hill) to Downtown Crossing to Ashburton and then back to my office in shoes that are not comfortable.
I was explained to, in no uncertain terms, of my location in the hierarchy of EHS IT (Hint: It is NOT at the top)
Brooke has a cough that is keeping her (and me) up all night.
Alexis got bit by a tick and the site is all red.
I have a dentist appointment tonight - arranged for a sitter for an hour.
I have a code drop tomorrow (culmination of a years worth of work) and I have to drop the kids off at their respective schools in the morning meaning I have about 10 minutes to drive 10 miles to catch the train which gets me to work at 10am (3 hours late).
I have 2 meetings scheduled Thursday afternoon after my normal hours which I'll call into on the train (hoping we don't hit any dead spots).
I wonder why I'm tired all the time.........
I got up today at 4:45am to catch the train.
I had to make sure I was sitting at a computer at 8:30 so that I could sign the kids up for gymnastics or else all of the spots would have been taken (it's happened).
I walked from my office to Downtown crossing to Ashburton (on the hill) to Downtown Crossing to Ashburton and then back to my office in shoes that are not comfortable.
I was explained to, in no uncertain terms, of my location in the hierarchy of EHS IT (Hint: It is NOT at the top)
Brooke has a cough that is keeping her (and me) up all night.
Alexis got bit by a tick and the site is all red.
I have a dentist appointment tonight - arranged for a sitter for an hour.
I have a code drop tomorrow (culmination of a years worth of work) and I have to drop the kids off at their respective schools in the morning meaning I have about 10 minutes to drive 10 miles to catch the train which gets me to work at 10am (3 hours late).
I have 2 meetings scheduled Thursday afternoon after my normal hours which I'll call into on the train (hoping we don't hit any dead spots).
I wonder why I'm tired all the time.........
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
8 years!
John and I just celebrated our 8th anniversary (November 4th). By celebrated I mean we ordered take-out Chinese food with the kids. People always ask "What are you getting?" when a 'holiday' or milestone comes along, so here's my list:
What I'm getting is a happy and secure home for my children.
What I'm getting is a husband who loves me dearly though I am most definitely difficult to love at times.
What I'm getting is a lot of snoring (sorry had to work that in there honey).
What I'm getting is a man who isn't afraid to follow his dreams and take a chance.
What I'm getting is someone who loves family, would prefer to stay home than go out and who will play dress up with little girls when the need arises.
What I'm getting is comfort and security and love every day.
What I'm getting is worth a lot more than another piece of jewelry that I can stuff into the back of the jewelry drawer; though I wouldn't be adverse to a trip to Mexico at 10 years........
What I'm getting is a happy and secure home for my children.
What I'm getting is a husband who loves me dearly though I am most definitely difficult to love at times.
What I'm getting is a lot of snoring (sorry had to work that in there honey).
What I'm getting is a man who isn't afraid to follow his dreams and take a chance.
What I'm getting is someone who loves family, would prefer to stay home than go out and who will play dress up with little girls when the need arises.
What I'm getting is comfort and security and love every day.
What I'm getting is worth a lot more than another piece of jewelry that I can stuff into the back of the jewelry drawer; though I wouldn't be adverse to a trip to Mexico at 10 years........
Monday, November 03, 2008
Halloween
Halloween was a great time! Brooke was Hannah Montanta (though she quickly morphed into Miley Cyrus when the wig got too much for her). Lexi was a skeleton which was a great outfit because it was warm, easy to put on and inexpensive!
We went to Linda's house for pre-trick-or-treat party with all of the neighbors. It was really a great time. Some pretty creative costumes on the kids AND parents.
On Saturday we went to farm day and manned the Marshfield Kids at Plan booth. John took the kids around the fair and I helped sell some t-shirts. Afterward we went to a BBQ at one of the committee members houses which was great. Overall a really fun weekend!Friday, October 17, 2008
September and October
So I haven't blogged in awhile with pictures so this is going to be loaded with pics and not many words!
Here we have Brooke's first day of Kindergarten (she was getting off the bus).
Her friend Victoria takes the bus as well, but isn't in the same class.
On the days I work at home Lexi has taken up Java coding and going some basic QA stuff for me. It's great but she's already looking for a raise.
My mother-in-law, Anne, (who may kill me for posting this picture) comes and plays with Brooke on Thursday afternoons. They have a routine where they make tea (real!) and have snacks. On this particular day they did make-up and hair!
All was going well. Brooke was off to her first kindergarten birthday party. I decided to take the girls to the park ahead of time to blow off some steam. Let's just say monkey bars. It's a fracture (buckle fracture) and not a "break" but still required the rest of the day (Sat.) at the dr. office and hospital.
So there we have it for now but it's only mid-October. It's been absolutely beautiful in New England lately. I hope to post more pics this weekend of our trip last weekend to World's End.
Here we have Brooke's first day of Kindergarten (she was getting off the bus).
Her friend Victoria takes the bus as well, but isn't in the same class.
On the days I work at home Lexi has taken up Java coding and going some basic QA stuff for me. It's great but she's already looking for a raise.
My mother-in-law, Anne, (who may kill me for posting this picture) comes and plays with Brooke on Thursday afternoons. They have a routine where they make tea (real!) and have snacks. On this particular day they did make-up and hair!
All was going well. Brooke was off to her first kindergarten birthday party. I decided to take the girls to the park ahead of time to blow off some steam. Let's just say monkey bars. It's a fracture (buckle fracture) and not a "break" but still required the rest of the day (Sat.) at the dr. office and hospital.
So there we have it for now but it's only mid-October. It's been absolutely beautiful in New England lately. I hope to post more pics this weekend of our trip last weekend to World's End.
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