Our Weekend

Wow, what a weekend! I am exhausted. Friday, I got off work early and started working on the laundry room and downstairs bathroom. Matt finished it when he got home.

Saturday, we started painting the kitchen. Matt's cousin and family came to visit and I now have baby fever, but don't get your hopes up anytime soon. So we finished the kitchen today! It was a very involved process because so much trimming was required. I am working on the artwork for the kitchen as you will see in the pictures below, however, I am not artsy and do not think that this will work. If you have any great suggestions, let me know. The weekend has definitely been tiresome and this week at work is very big for the center. We are being examined for our national accreditation at work so keep us in your prayers. It means that we could get some necessary funding to provide some much needed services for the kids. The before picture of the kitchen was actually taken when our house was being built because it is the only one I have of the actual kitchen (without anyone in it) because I forgot to take some before pictures. My attempt at artwork is a little off..

not your baby

After a long, drawn out battle of who will last longer and be meaner, Sweet Pea hit where it hurts. She has been in a mood to say the least and tonight was worse than others this week. She decided that she wanted to play longer, not brush her teeth, and not go to bed. After attempting all of the other tried and true methods (negotiation, threatening, time out, etc...), I resorted to a pop on the bottom, which I don't often do with her and never do with Pumpkin Pie. Following the wail of tears and screams, the following pitiful words came out: "I'm not your baby anymore and I really mean it this time. I'm not going to be your baby ever again." Once she calmed down, she did change her mind and decided that she would be my baby again. We apologized and currently a new argument is resulting because she thinks she deserves television time. I, on the other hand, think it is bed time. Any wagers on who will win?!

toys

A coworker of mine brought her son to work with her today. He requested to see what was in the closet in her office. She responded by telling him that he has seen it before and knows what is in it. He then questioned why the closet is there and she explains that it is there to allow kids who do not have a lot of toys or are going through a bad time, to cheer them up, etc...and they get a toy after they come to talk. He then asks, "Mommy, if I talk to you, can I get a toy because I don't have a lot of toys?" She, of course, laughs and tells him that he does have a lot of toys. I have to say that he is a cutie and put some thought into that attempt to manipulate.

To Beagle or not to Beagle?

We have a family decision to make! For all of you dog owners, we are trying to decide whether or not to invest in a Beagle that will be born soon. I want a dog that can go inside and outside but I am a neat freak and am very concerned about how I will react to the things that go along with having a dog. I am hoping that everyone will give their advice and ups and downs to having a dog. Thanks so much for your help in our decision.

Happy Father's Day

It has been a nice weekend! Friday night, we relaxed. Saturday, some friends came over and I really enjoyed the time just hanging out. Today, we went to my grandparents'! My Papaw is not doing well so keep him in your prayers. I know it is a matter of time before his body finally just gives out. He has been like a dad to me so it will be really hard to lose him.
On a happier note, Sweet Pea has my attitude for sure. My brother jokingly asked her where his present was for Father's Day. Sweet Pea replied, "Well your not a father." It wasn't just what she said but the tone that she used and the attitude that she said it with. Matt says that he feels like he is talking to me a lot of times when he argues with her. I guess I am training her up right!

suck up

Sweet Pea is a suck up! She is very good at it and she knows how to earn brownie points for later. Tonight, after her shower, she comes into my bedroom. She lovingly states that she is going to wear my favorite pajamas on her. I thanked her and she immediately states that I am supposed to ask her which ones are my favorite. So, I ask which of her pajamas are my favorite. Her reply: "The ones with the hearts on them because I am always in your heart." Now if that doesn't make your heart melt...

Before she goes to complete her bed stuff, I stated feeling yucky because I had been sweating. Sweet Pea comes up and sniffs me. She then says, "Mmmm, you smell so good that I could eat you for breakfast." I don't know where she comes up with it but I do know that Pumpkin Pie is sitting back, watching, and learning.

Just want to say thanks to all those that called, sent messages, etc...for my special day. It really makes a gal feel loved.

Whopper

Our children were playing together this evening, pretending to go fishing. Pumpkin Pie comments, "I caught a whopper." A few minutes later, from the back of the car, comes a sweet little voice: "Daddy, is a whopper bigger than a Bass?" My husband attempts to refrain from laughing before answering this question. I have to say her sweet Uncle Tad, who is kind enough to take us out on his boat, would be sadly disappointed in her lack of Ictheology. (Look that one up Tad)