Birth-to-the-day!

I'm usually not one to post ugly pics and poke fun at myself, but I was trying to take a silly self pic and Rocky was making me laugh.

Then he told me not to post it.

But he's not the boss of me.

And it's my birfday.

Here's to 31!

I thought I'd compile a list of 31 random and not so random things about me:

1.  I LOVE Paradise Bakery's Lemon Zester cookie.

2.  I start my day with a Diet Dew.

3.  I wish I had long lushish hair.

4.  I used to want 6 kids.

5.  As the number of kids I do have grows, the number I want reduces.

6.  I could eat chips and salsa for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

7.  I could clean your house all day long, but I HATE cleaning my own.

8.  I like driving big cars.

9.  But I loved both my mini vans.

10. I wear a size 9 shoe, wide width cuz I have fat feet.

11. I HATE to run, but LOVE the way it changes my body.

12. Kamber is the only baby I've nursed.

13. I pump my milk and donate it to a friend.

14. I enjoy clipping coupons and seeing how much stuff I can good for a small amount of money.

15. I've turned into a diaper snob and really just like Huggies and have figured out a way to pay the same as I would for the store brand diapers.

16. I always write in cursive.

17. I enjoy taking naps and plan most of my days so I can.

18. My favorite alone time involves a bubble bath and a good book.

19. I LOVE watching TV and I have a lot of shows that I record and it drives Rocky crazy.

20. I don't like clothes shopping at all.

21. I bought 95% of our Christmas presents with coupons.

22. I sleep with my feet sticking out of the covers.

23. I have an obsession with all holiday decor and dishes.

24. I don't have any decorating sense.

25. I love making baby jewelry.

26. I didn't find out what I was having and I wasn't sad that I had a girl when I thought I was having a boy.

27. I love hanging out with my mom and sister.

28. Love being tan.

29. Love all my girlfriends.

30. Enjoying cooking and trying new things, but I try to figure out how to do it in a short amount of time.

31. Love being a wife to Rocky and a mom to Todd, Kylee and Kamber.

Well, there ya have it.

In my younger married years I thought 31 was so old.

Now that I'm there I don't feel that way at all.

Though my feet hurt at the end of everyday and I pee my pants every time I laugh or do a jumping jack.

I still feel young, even if I don't look 21 anymore.

I have a lot of life to live and fun to have with Rocky and the kids.

Happy birthday to me!

Artist

I am not an artist.

When Todd was little he always wanted me to draw sharks.

Then he'd be mad because my version did not look like his

version of a shark.

Today I drew this little diddy for my preschoolers.

They thought it was the best drawing they had ever soon.

They even said I was the best drawer.

Clearly, Todd had no idea what he was talking about.

Back with the Stack!

Got me a new-old do.

I say old because I've cut my hair like this many times, but the past year or so I've kept it a little longer and lighter.

And I'm sticking with dark and a little light.

Much easier and cheaper up keep.

Here's the short stack.

The back is so cute!

And here's the flip short stack.

Love me a hair cut for sure!

Thanks Amanda, since my regular hair dresser and SIL decided to up and move to Texas.
And would someone please remind me to wear some lip gloss.
Man I'm looking washed out!

Prego Pic---by Todd

Upclose and personal here at 30 weeks today.

10 more to go!

Can't wait!

Three Oh

My babe totally surprised me with a 30th birthday shindig!

There was lots of food.

Lots of drinks...soda's ya know.

And Rock Band baby!

I got my very own cake with 30 candles on it.

Don't hate.

I know I look hot.

Thanks Rocky for thinking of me on my big day.

Thanks to all my friends and family who came to celebrate with me too.

It was tons of fun!

That's what birthdays are all about!

More Disneyland

And why did we come to Disneyland?

To see Mickey of course!

And take self portraits with the kids.

Take cute pictures of the kids.

Ride in Mickey's firetruck and meet pretty princesses.

Take a trip to a small world and get sick spinning around in giant tea cups.

And go on our favorite ride Buzz Light year and shoot targets.

Then we headed to the beach for Heidi's wedding.

Stay tuned!

No Suga! All Spice!

2 views of my new do.

Love it!

Thanks Amanda.

Lanscaper for hire!

My backyard was out of control!

My SIL Lacey always does her lawn, so I decided to bust out my inner Lacey and mow it myself.

Before

During

Photo compliments of Todd, my aspiring photographer.

After

Since I won't be doing preschool next year I think I'll landscape instead.

Just kidding!

And this is why I love my camera!

Before we headed home tonight we stopped at our neighborhood Alby's for a fantastic deal on soda.

Those 24 packs make pretty sweet seats for my kids in the cart.

Then we headed home...down the long stretch of road out to BFE, where we live.

Some days I wonder why we chose that since there is really one way in and one way out.

While I was taking my test the kiddos swam and swam at my mom's house.

They were exhausted!

These two cuties CRASHED the minute was left TB.

Can you see the drool on Ky's chin?

She was so out!

And this one whined about being cold.

Good thing we teach our kids about problem solving because he tucked his legs in his shirt and then drifted off to sleep.

While they were visiting the Sand Man I was in a stand still due to an accident.

With the kids asleep and nothing to do...

I whipped out my camera and started to play.

First I'm happy that the kids are asleep.

Then I'm sad that I have no one to talk to.

(Doesn't Kylee look cute all conked out?)

As you can see, I got over it real quick and just started being silly.
Can you see the hangy ball in my throat?!?

GROSS!

Then I got hungry...and thirsty.

It was a drag being stuck, but I manged to enjoy myself.

Maybe a little too much!

Night all!

I'm finally home!

Birthday Bash

My birthday was so much fun. Friday night Rocky and I went to Texas Roadhouse with my family and his parents. I got to ride the saddle. Yee-Ha! But I forgot my camera. Dang it!

Saturday night I went out with a bunch of my girlfriends. We laughed and ate and got a delish Pazzookie!

Thanks girls for making my 29th

so great!

As per Tradition

This is what the big 29 looks like in the morning.

Nothin' but the best look of just waking up.

I also realized I must be getting closer to 30.

I have never had dry or cracked feet.

Yesterday I noticed a crack on my toe and my heals getting dry.

Must have pedi's now weekly.

Right?

Make sure to tell my husband.

Have a great Friday!

I am

jumping for joy!

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Next stop...student teaching!

Down time~~~good for me!

Todd all comfy at his spot on the laptop.

Kylee all comfy at the desktop.

(Forgive the clutter at my desk. I'm still a work in progress!)
Good thing we have 2 computers here.
My kids have been LOVING playing Nick Jr.
I've been loving it because I've been able to get so much done.
Like a total overhaul in my bedroom Friday!
Now, I don't condone playing the computer all day,
but this day~~~heck yes!
They are not much for helping me organize my closet and folding laundry.

For my viewing pleasure

My sink and my table have been clean for 5 whole days. That's huge for me! It's been really nice coming downstairs in the morning without ciaos staring me in the face. My days have been a little smoother. So, now that I got that part down...I moved onto my bedroom.

I did not take before pictures because my laundry took over my room. I did get everything folded and put away. Imagine my surprise when I found all my kids socks I knew I had somewhere! I also decluttered the night stands, organized my closet and went through our clothes. 2 bags of trash and 2 bags for donation. A also realized I drink a lot of bottled waters. I tossed about 15 empty bottles that made their home under my bed. This may be a little TMI, but I feel like a new women I wanted to document my success.

Step One-Baby Steps

Anyone who knows me knows I have a hard time keeping up with my dishes and my laundry. I was 100% overwhelmed on Saturday as my kitchen table, counters, sink and the mountain of laundry in my room was about the swallow me. I didn't know where to start. I was seriously about to leave and ignore the problem. My mom stepped in and came over to help me. When I let my house go for even a minute I have a hard time finding a starting point. My friend gave me a book called "Sink Reflections" by Marla Cilley AKA The Fly Lady. I started reading it on Friday morning and when my mom came over she told me I need to do the Fly Lady. That was my cue ~~~baby steps~~~shine the kitchen sink. That's where we started and that's what I have continued to do each night before I go to bed as per The Fly Lady has asked me to do. I know she wrote the book just for me. So far it has helped motivate me to keep it up. I'm still a work in progress, but I'm hoping I can keep it up and maybe my crazy life won't feel so crazy. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

Snug as a Bug

Confession: This makes me a little baby hungry. Just a little. Don't be gettin' any ideas.

Kylee hated baths, but as soon as we bundled her up in a towel she was happy as could be. Todd was the same way. They must be related!

Ta Da

Rocky surprised me with a karaoke machine for our anniversary! I had recently mentioned how fun it would be for the kids...AKA me. We have had so much fun singing crazy songs and having a good time!Kid fun!

Daddy and Toddy fun!

And most of all...I get to let go and sing my heart out!
Don't worry girls! I'll be having a girls night real soon. Brooke is my guest of honor with a front row seat. Just her and my karaoke machine!

My favorites to jam out to are Mr. Brightside and Behind these Hazel Eyes.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Is anyone Black Friday shopping? Where are the best deals?

Tagged~~again.

This one's for you Keri! 6 facts about me.

1. I am freakishly paranoid about having a dirty bathroom. I also think it smells weird and would be embarrassed is someone thought so too. I clean it at least once a day. And I'm talking cleaning out the toilet and all!

2. I watch a lot of TV. The writers strike didn't bother me at all because I just started watching shows I never did before. A few new favorites are Grey's Anatomy, Ghost Whisperer, Numbers, House, and Ugly Betty. Sunday one of my favorite shows returns to Lifetime; Army Wives! I'm so excited! All I gotta say is thank goodness for DVR!

3. I hate it when I take my kids to play at the park, the pizza place, pretty much anywhere and other kids are not being watched. I'm on my kids like white on rice! Maybe too much. There have been many times other kids have hit, pushed, tripped,stole toys from my kids and there is not a parent around. I usually have to pull my kids away from them and tell them to stay away from those kids. If my kids do something to another kid you bet your bottom dollar I'm right there to stop it!

4. I love to buy pens. I can't help myself. What in the world could I possibly need 100 pens for? If I see a good deal, I buy them. I love colored pens and sharpies the best!

5. I love holiday home decor. Even the little holidays like St. Patties I deck my house out. I love it! Don't you worry...4th of July is well in swing over here!
Speaking of home decor, I also love festive serving platters, plates, cups, any kind of dishes.

6. I am addicted to coupons and good deals! I have tons of PB, granola bars, fishy crackers, cake mix, cereal, paper towels, hot pockets, cheese. If there's a good deal to help me save money on my groceries I'm all over it! I gotta do something to make up for the HUGE gas bill we have now. $4.07/gallon?!?! That's NUTS!

I tag Jaime Jack, Shawna White and Heather Gray. Get on it girlies!

New do's.

My SIL Tiffany cut my hair. It's short and I heart it!

Kylee wanted to be like mommy and gave herself a hair cut.

Isn't it lovely?

I was not too thrilled.

I'll only take another 3 years to grow it out.

Don't worry. We had the chat that only Aunt Tiffany and mommy get to cut her hair.

I think we had it a little too late.