Not for young eyes/ears

We were out Friday night, running an errand. While waiting for an appointment, Sweet Pea was playing with an animal puzzle. She was pretending that the animals were real and having me talk with each one. She brought over a parrot puzzle piece and pretended that he was pecking me on the shoulder. I commented, "He's pecking me." Sweet Pea replies, "Don't worry, his pecker isn't that big."

You do the math!

Matt and I were conversing with Pumpkin Pie tonight regarding a concern that she has. Pumpkin Pie commented that she trusts me more than she does her dad. Of course, her dad asks her what makes her trust me more than him. She replies, "Mom's a therapist; you work at (insert company name here). You do the math!" I attempted to hold in my laughter, but my eyes started watering. Matt did not find it amusing. I, on the other hand, could not be more proud that my daughter holds my job (which makes quite a bit less than my husband) at a higher standard than her dad's. She really is improving on the kiss butt factor.

Busy, busy, busy!

This week has been so hectic thus far... sorry for not posting more. Sweet Pea has been in a foul mood this week and I almost guarantee that if I charted it, I would be able to identify a cycle (every four weeks, she seems to go through a moody phase). Pumpkin Pie is doing wonderful right now, except for the minor things that all kids go through. We recently had a discussion about the name brand clothing and how clothing does not make a person pretty. It makes me wonder if I have encouraged her to be shallow but then I think, nahhh, she's a kid! Of course, I also couldn't take any of the blame for any "faults". I'm still working on getting the pictures ready for the kitchen and will post a picture of them when I get them done.
On a happier note, we completed our examination for our accreditation at work today. I'm so thankful to have that done. However, we will not know how we did (done, just for Shannon) for several weeks.

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.