In Keeping With Tradition...

I answered these same questions back in 2010 and in 2009 and in 2013...

So, why not do a 2014 version?

Outside my window... Since the view is the same as when I last answered this, I am just going to change this question to "outside my house." 1) Bennett is still in love with his Bubble Mower. I think that's the best $20 I have EVER spent!  2) I love the hanging basket I received for Mother's Day.  3) These two hooligans keep each other entertained!

I am thinking... I am getting nervous about putting Bennett in a day care center when I go back to work in August. He's only been to at home places in the past, but with his speech, we need to get him to a service that will work with him on specific needs a bit more. I KNOW it will be a good thing in the end, and it will be easier for the school district/Birth to 3 to come in and work with him...but still. I am his Mama and I worry about things! Like, if he doesn't feel well, I feel terrible he won't have a couch to rest on and just snuggle up and watch one of his favorite shows ... or ... what if he's thirsty but the caregivers don't know? Yes. I am already worrying. Lord help me.

I am thankful for... the choice I made to become a teacher. Not only do I love my job...but the big job perk is getting to be a stay at home mom for part of the year. I love being able to spend my days with Bennett and getting to take him to the park, library, or where ever else we feel like going! All this time with him is precious and I don't take any of it for granted. I'm also appreciative for the nice long break I get from my job. Yes, I do LOVE it. However, it's pretty demanding and down right stressful at times. I missed work for about a week after school was over, but now that I've adjusted...I could get used to this not working thing! ;)

From the kitchen... Chris and I are working on eating better. We've always eaten pretty healthily, but we both would like to lose some weight. Of course. Some of our staples lately are: grilled chicken, zucchini, TONS of red onion, tomato, and lettuce. We COULD make better choices here and there. Like, ahem, skipping M&Ms and ice cream a little more. 

I am wearing... a smaller size pair of capris than last year at this time (woo hoo, just had to throw that in there), a super ugly old wear around the house only tank top (I must start dressing cuter) ... and just like last time ... fake sparkly earrings.

I am creating... The only thing I can think of is this: a more organized home! Organization is a real struggle for me. I don't know why. I LOVE being and feeling organized - it just isn't always reality! 


I am going... We MIGHT try camping this summer. Now that Bennett's had his first hotel stay, we are more confident to try camping. 

I am reading... Nothing at the moment! 

I am hoping... That my dentist trip will fix my problem on Wednesday! I have what I call a "stupid MF-ing" tooth. I first cracked it. Not even sure how. Then I had to get a crown. NOW I need root canal. The pain is SO bad - much worse than I can remember from being in labor! Can't wait til Wednesday!

I am hearing... My little monkey coughing a bit in his crib during nap. He's been a bit under the weather the past few days. Runny nose and fever in June? No likey!

Around the house... I am sloooowly getting rid of items we no longer need or use. I love the Buy/Sell/Trade Facebook group I use. Has really helped earn a few extra  bucks and clear some space in this house.

One of my favorite things... This is really silly, but I LOVE it. Bennett will say, "MOM!" and I will say back, "BENNNNNNETTTTT!" And then repeat. Like 10 times.  "MOM!"  "BENNNNNNETTTTT!"   *giggles all around*   "MOM!"  "BENNNNNNETTTTT!"   *giggles all around* "MOM!"  "BENNNNNNETTTTT!"  

A few plans for the rest of the week... Today we are going to tour a day care and Bennett's haircut. Tomorrow is Bennett's speech and hopefully the pool. Wednesday is my dentist appt and I get my hair done. Thursday I hope we make it to play group. Friday is the 4th - we are unsure of our plans just yet, but we will be going to Chris' parents one of those days. Hopefully more fireworks - little man loved them!