tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34107571861626989412024-03-13T10:20:43.626-07:00On our Hill-SideThe Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.comBlogger193125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-1529228863447714642014-07-11T09:18:00.001-07:002014-07-11T09:19:36.913-07:00Dear Show-and-Tell:Oh, my dear show-and-tell. It's that day of the week again...Friday! Yay for Fridays! Except this morning, while still snuggled warmly in my bed and completely zonked out, I faintly hear the sounds of my toddlers running through the house. Usually this sound is followed by them barreling through my bedroom door, proudly announcing at the top of their lungs, "Supwise! We awake!" Not this morning though. Oh no. This morning, I was snapped out of my cozy slumber by the sound of my garage deadbolt being unlocked, and quickly followed by the electric noises of my garage door being raised! When we asked why they being 4 and 2 years old, were going outside, immediately after waking up, Tristan replied..."I had to get my dump twuck for show-n-tell, Daddy! And, put watta on it 'cause it's dirwty!" <br />
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On Fridays, this child is fully dressed, fed, teeth brushed with shoes on his feet before I can get out of the shower! Tristan is strong-willed, let's just be honest, and wants everything to go his way and the way he sees it should. So, when he realized that his truck was dirty this morning, and he had been planning since yesterday to take his dump truck for show-and-tell, he had to get it clean! He spent about 20 minutes cleaning his truck...sprawling napkins from one end of my garage to the other. <br />
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Then, my dearest show-and-tell, thank heavens I only have a 20 minute drive to daycare because my child gave me a headache worrying me constantly, then entire way, about his dirty truck!<br />
Tristan: "Mommy...My twuck is still weally dirwty!"<br />
Me: "I think it will be ok. It's really not that bad."<br />
Tristan: "Yes it is. I'm not going to take it to show-and-tell. I want something else."<br />
Me: "We're already on our way. Search the car for something else then."<br />
Tristan: "I don't want to take something else. I want to take my twuck."<br />
Me: "Well, take your truck then."<br />
Tristan: "But, it's too diwrty!"<br />
Me: "Then, don't take anything."<br />
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Finally a break to take a breath.<br />
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Tristan: "Mommy...Miss C won't like my diwrty twuck in her class."<br />
Me: "Tristan, I really think it will be ok."<br />
Tristan: "Well, if Miss L comes to get me, she won't let me have my diwrty twuck!"<br />
Me: "It will be fine. It's not that dirty!"<br />
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Seriously...I can keep going. This went on for the entire 20 minute drive! <br />
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No need to torture anyone further so I'll fast forward to: upon arriving at school, I found an already used napkin in Tanner's carseat cupholder, and did a little Mommy-magic! I "cleaned" that sucker up!<br />
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He looks stoked, huh?! And, Sissy photobombing in the background, is just ticked that she isn't old enough to have show-and-tell yet..she actually looks pretty creepy.. <br />
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I was picturing my Friday beginning with a skipping frolic into the office...thanks for the reality check show-and-tell!The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-18831055029072467612014-06-26T13:57:00.000-07:002014-06-26T14:03:01.098-07:00To the Younger Me:Life happens...too quickly. When I look into those big, gorgeous blue eyes of my sweet little girl I often think about all the things I wish I known (who listened to their Mother when she tried to tell you), or wish I could go back to tell the younger me. Nothing profound or life altering, but little pieces of the whole puzzle.<br />
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<b>To the high school me:</b> <br />
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<b>To the college me:</b> <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir5Qbby9UTZuAPE2Qr5uH4f3wVFvjkdEWRIUL5GzFLqTkFtrwgoyxHeJMRMAMrZivfKk3CnXjhAq95gWWOK4rgzd8NqgJg7X_0MPbZLyFev8VCmf3p6TlqtNh2Hl7B9lsDLjN5lTTuOUxZ/s1600/10400744_1089084353700_6700_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir5Qbby9UTZuAPE2Qr5uH4f3wVFvjkdEWRIUL5GzFLqTkFtrwgoyxHeJMRMAMrZivfKk3CnXjhAq95gWWOK4rgzd8NqgJg7X_0MPbZLyFev8VCmf3p6TlqtNh2Hl7B9lsDLjN5lTTuOUxZ/s320/10400744_1089084353700_6700_n.jpg" /></a></div>The old saying "this is the best time of your life" is so true about the college years! Don't be so indecisive...it's really ok to have an opinion. Always take a girl friend with you when you go out...especially your best friend, 'cause she's always got your back! Don't waste your time on guys that aren't right for you, because you will meet the perfect MAN who is right soon enough. And, one day you'll wish you were as "fat" as you were in college!<br />
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<b>To the First-time Mom me:</b><br />
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<b>To the Mom of three me:</b><br />
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It's ok that you're house isn't perfectly neat and tidy...because 2 minutes after you finish vacuuming and have moved onto the next chore, one of your 3 will spill their milk or drop fruit loops all over the floor. Take time for yourself...just do it! Don't compare yourself to other Moms, your kids don't! It's ok to put off the dishes to play Jenga with your toddlers, or Wii with your oldest. They won't remember how clean your kitchen was, but they will remember time you spent with them. Mom-Guilt is hard when you work full-time, but try to relish the time you do have and spend it making memories. And that body that is more round and soft, covered in stretch marks...work to be healthy, then accept it and move on<b></b>!<br />
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The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-11656857444163607312014-03-04T09:46:00.000-08:002014-03-12T14:08:08.774-07:00May I Introduce: Princess Tanna-Bug Cry Baby<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbFZlVs8sf_lU9AyFE2pEsff-PzmhE_e4RcKJHLiwJbsCue-4dxuRqLhoCGwJIWTojyUZ30o-r9QJX6kuUorA9zgqp_9orJvczYqsSnHYXTPRp_LnW5WSJqP-yM8NIAeHAvgeF-1eo9HDR/s1600/IMG_4844.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbFZlVs8sf_lU9AyFE2pEsff-PzmhE_e4RcKJHLiwJbsCue-4dxuRqLhoCGwJIWTojyUZ30o-r9QJX6kuUorA9zgqp_9orJvczYqsSnHYXTPRp_LnW5WSJqP-yM8NIAeHAvgeF-1eo9HDR/s320/IMG_4844.JPG" /></a></div><br />
Tanner Emilee<br />
Tanner<br />
Tan-Tan<br />
Tanner-Bug<br />
Bug<br />
Baby<br />
Baby Girl<br />
Sweet Girl<br />
Big Girl<br />
Sissy<br />
Princess<br />
Cry Baby<br />
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I'm not sure how Tanner has come to have so many nicknames, or how she has been able to learn her real name by being called so many different things! <br />
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When you ask her "What's your name?" I love that she ALWAYS responds, "I Tanna-Bug." <br />
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Also, lately she has become quite fond of "Princess." And, who wouldn't be?! Her Daddy calls her a princess. Often, her brothers fight to save her, as their Princess. Last week when we were getting ready for church, Tristan saw Tanner in her dress and he said, "Oh Tanna, you look like a pwincess!" <br />
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I think Tanner is already aware of the benefits of being the youngest and takes joy in knowing and saying that she is still our Baby. She likes to be a "Big Guwl" when it suits the situation too...she isn't fooled by having to choose between a baby or a big girl just yet! While one minute Tristan is calling her a "pwincess," the next minute, he's been known to call her some other name...Cry Baby! Oh the joys of learning new things at school! On the way home the other day, Tanner informed me that she was a baby. I said, "Are you Momma's Baby?" And with a huge grin she said, "No Momma, I a cwy baby!" <br />
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She sure couldn't be more proud to be Pwincess Tanna-Bug Cwy Baby!<br />
The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-58507387523641908112014-02-06T11:54:00.002-08:002014-02-06T12:13:13.648-08:00A Letter to Mother EarthDearest Mother Earth,<br />
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Um, we live in the South. Like pretty far in the deep down, eating grits, drinking sweet tea, saying y'all, Yes Ma'am and No Sir South. We don't do Winter here. It's just sort of a few days here and there of cold. Enough to get a little wear out of our "heavy" coats, but then we can put our short sleeves back on by the end of the same week. The last time it snowed here, was 4 years ago. My nine year old was five.<br />
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So, since we don't do Winter...we don't know how to do snow...at all! It snowed/iced last week. Our office was closed for 2 days. Our schools were closed 3 days. Stores Closed. Dr's offices Closed. Our kids loved it. Parents had cabin-fever. We ate everything in the pantry. Ran out of milk and toilet paper (bare essentials, I am aware). But, we do know how to have a good time! We had baby wipes (thank goodness). And, we used our Beach Boogie Boards and pool floats for snow sleds.<br />
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We had family time. We watched movies. Drank Hot Chocolate. And, then went out for more!<br />
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It was all fun and games...LAST WEEK...until someone said it might snow again <i>tonight</i>! Not next year, but T-O-N-I-G-H-T! This Southern Girl has had enough winter-coat wearing days...I'm ready for flip flops, ponytails, and sunshiny days! Punxsutawney Phil can't be right every year, right?! <br />
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Thanks so much for your understanding of this <i>really dire</i> situation down here. Please consider bringing on Spring! <br />
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Kindest Regards,<br />
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Me<br />
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The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-54948873919268890382014-01-24T06:49:00.000-08:002014-01-24T06:49:42.144-08:00Back in the Saddle...AgainI've missed a few months...sort of lost my writing Mojo there for a while. I love Fall, but it kind of throws me for a loop...every single year. But, my babies are growing up and way too fast. They say and do the funniest things, and this is my way of keeping up with the memories, or one day it will be proof to my kiddos of why I went crazy...the jury is still out! <br />
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We've had an Anniversary Trip (stuff that axe-murder/horror movies are made from...another story for another day), Thanksgivings, Christmases, and plenty of fun in between, but I feel like sharing the sweet details that define who these little time-stealing, snotty kissing, sticky finger hugging, precious kiddos of mine truly are on this day, at this moment in time.<br />
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This guy, whew...if those piercing through my heart, big blue eyes don't get me, that sweet soul sure will! Thomas always knows just the right thing to say to make me feel like the world is not such a harsh place, and that I actually might be doing something right in the parenting world (more likely to be Divine intervention). Last night, I gave him a hug and told him I loved him. And his response was, "Mom, you always smell like perfection. Do you know that you're so beautiful? Because, you are!" I mean...SWOON! I'm not sure I'm ever going to let this little fella fall in love with anyone other than me ;-)<br />
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Over Thanksgiving we were visiting my Mom. There were several new family members that came over for Thanksgiving dinner, and we were chatting around. Thomas has always been able to carry on a conversation and hold his own in adult settings. They were asking him questions about everything from school to sports to eventually girlfriends, and at the end he said, "There's probably something you don't know about me, but...I'm known as a lover!" I don't think I've ever thought something was so embarrassing and hilarious all at the same time!<br />
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My little Mayhem. Our lives would be so boring without this little spark-plug! Those dimples, those forever long eyelashes that would make any woman jealous, those perfectly smooshy lips, and that lovely (make me wonder what I ever did wrong as a child) stubborn, strong-willed temperament! This kid is going to be something amazing...he will make it happen...his way, or die trying! He is relentless in his mission, finding ways around obstacles (Mommy, Daddy, Sissy, Brother, Timeout, Teacher, etc.) to make his desires a reality. He is very passionate about all things, big and small. He loves his Momma, watching movies, dressing up in costumes (every day), grilled cheese sandwiches, playing with his brother & sister, and being outside. He's a leader, that's for certain.<br />
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Over Christmas, we were playing Yatzee with my Mom, brother and Grandparents while the little kids played with their new toys. I can't remember what was going on, but Tristan was once again needing a timeout break. I yelled at him to come to me. He walked over, and when I looked down at him, his hands were clasped and eyes were closed tightly and he began, "God, our Father. God, our Father..." He was praying (but with a sly smirk on his face)! I turned back towards the table so he wouldn't see me smiling, and the entire table was hysterically laughing. I shot them all a look of disapproval, and turned back around. Immediately, his smile faded and he closed his eyes tightly, re-clasped his hands and began reciting his prayer again..."God, our Father. God, our Father..." I was done for...and could no longer contain my smile and laughter. I mean, really...he's only 3!<br />
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Everyone keeps telling me that he will be something special, and I know it to be true...if I can just make it until then ;-) <br />
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This Princess, with her baby blues, cherub cheeks, and rosy kissable lips is the cherry on top of our Sundae. She's sweet, with a little sass. Prissy with a little dirt under her nails. Most days, she eats more than the boys...finishing their breakfast plates if there's anything left. She thinks those boys hung the moon, and if they could, they would wrap it up and put it in her little hands. She wants to be just like them, and gets really upset if they say she "can't!" She wrestles, sword fights, dresses up as Spider-Man, with a baby doll in one hand and a bracelet on the other (Multi-tasking already). She loves sitting on the counter to help me cook or put on my makeup. But, she's her Daddy's girl. She doesn't have him wrapped around her pinky finger, she has both hands tied tightly behind his back! And, I love that she refers to herself as "Tanna-Bug!"<br />
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On the way home from a trip to Nana's, Tristan had to go potty. We were in the middle of nowhere, so we stopped on the side of the road. All the boys exited, and Tan and I were left in the car. Her eyes immediately started to well up with tears, and she started screaming for them to take her too. I told her that the boys had to go potty, and they were going to be right back. She started patting her chest, and sobbing she would say, "Me potty too...me potty too!" It was pitiful, sweet, and cute all at the same time. How dare those boys leave her out?! And the other day, I asked Thomas to get the kids dressed back in their church clothes. Tanner had just gotten up from a nap and was sleepily disagreeing with my request, and I could hear her grunting from the other room. Thomas responded, "Tan disagrees!" I then asked, "Well, who is the boss?" He paused, and responded..."Wellll....." Shesh...never mind...I already know the answer to that one! <br />
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These kiddos make up our days; filling them with giggles and fights, group hugs and plenty of time-outs. At the end of each day, I look over at Thomas and just say..."They make me tired!" And, it's the honest truth...but they teach me so much more about <i>really</i> living life, than I could ever imagine teaching them! The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-62587751213933893082013-11-01T07:44:00.000-07:002013-11-01T07:44:05.295-07:00Trick-or-Treat, Smell Our Feet...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8h_Rr4ZGrYnwmE-Hs3eqaENZy2VOVIaRqfuIicLxmAApMVI2aiQ43AJ-USc0-WIRvYIOGFLiRl_wW_uIyCWlTVUzmZWkpyR_aP6Bql21125uorUkiQkBq3iY4GXSAGNdbmcAjHkYoGZHI/s1600/DSC_0002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8h_Rr4ZGrYnwmE-Hs3eqaENZy2VOVIaRqfuIicLxmAApMVI2aiQ43AJ-USc0-WIRvYIOGFLiRl_wW_uIyCWlTVUzmZWkpyR_aP6Bql21125uorUkiQkBq3iY4GXSAGNdbmcAjHkYoGZHI/s400/DSC_0002.JPG" /></a></div><br />
Oh Halloween, how I love it. . .the fun of dressing up in costumes, the loads of candy, and seeing friends as you pass through the neighborhood; only things change when your an adult, or at least your point of view! It still makes me giddy, however it's a lot more tiring than I remember as a child! Chasing 3 kids hyped up on pounds of sugar, hauling them in and out of the back of a truck from street to street, and carrying a worn out 2 year old from house to house, who just wants to keep up with her brothers. . .who am I kidding, it's still a blast! I adore their excited little faces, sweet little "Trick-or-Treat" voices, and sticky fingers from popping as much candy in their mouths as they can in the time it takes to get from one house to the next! <br />
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This year, TJ was a green ninja, or Ninjago man. . .I don't really know the difference, other than I think one is a little Lego man. Either way, he picked out his costume and I had a hard time getting him still enough for pics (not unusual)!<br />
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Tristan was Thor. At school, they went around the class asking all the kids what they were going to dress up as for Halloween. Tristan can't quite say his r's yet, so he said, "I gonna be Tho-wa." His teacher replied, "Dora?" He got a little irritated at that and said, "No, not Do-wa, I gonna be Tho-wa!" Still not understanding him, she asked a few other teachers throughout the day to see if they could understand what he was saying. And when I picked him up that afternoon, they had all thought he said Dora. Bless him and his little southern accent! He was always in character, every time I took his picture. And at each door, he would ask, "You wanna see me put the hamma down?!" I'm not sure the older crowd understood, but he just kept on with his candy quest!<br />
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And sweet Tanner, was a Cabbage Patch Baby Doll. Loved this costume. . .and her chubby little cheeks were just the perfect addition! On Wednesday, they got to wear their costumes to school, and Tristan told her that she looked "pa-wecious!" Then last night he said, "Tanna you so cute! But, I cute too!"<br />
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While I was putting Tristan to bed last night, he said "Mommy, we going twick-or-tweating tomowwow too?" To be honest, I'm already looking forward next Halloween too! The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-75507492952425317182013-10-28T11:20:00.001-07:002013-10-28T11:20:24.827-07:00Feeling the FallThere's a lot to love about Fall. I love football (and that's a good thing in my house), I love crisp Fall weather that we don't get very often here, jeans and boots are my favorite clothing, I love Halloween and pumpkins, and pumpkin patches! Saturday we took the fam to Jack-o-Lanern Lane. The kiddos love it there. The hayrides to pick out the perfect pumpkin.<br />
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The boys loved the cute bunnies. . .Tanner on the other hand, not so much! She was petrified. . .wouldn't go near one, and when someone tried to bring one over to her, she jumped 10 feet into the air and started balling! Maybe next year?! She hung out by the caged chickens and turkeys!<br />
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For some reason that the Hubs and I have yet to figure out, they always love the corn grinders!<br />
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I love the picturesque scenery that makes for great pics. . .when your kids will cooperate, and mine weren't so much. . .<br />
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And the pumpkins; I love the pumpkins. I love exploring every square inch of the patch, only to end up picking the first one you spotted at the entrance. But, that's what it's all about; and it's so much fun holding hands, jumping over rows of pumpkins, looking for that perfect orange pumpkin with just the right stem to compliment your doorstep. <br />
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And, I love Halloween! The cute little costumes, or "scary" tough-guy boy costumes are so much fun to see! We've got some excited little monsters at our house. . .can't wait! The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-41160776009135887412013-10-22T13:28:00.001-07:002013-10-22T13:28:40.089-07:00With Buttons & BowsAnd Eyes So Blue,<br />
Our Little Tanner Has Turned 2!<br />
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Can't believe my baby is TWO. This is one hurts a little. Or, if I'm honest. . .a lot. But, what's a Momma to do when she's sad about her baby growing up (way too fast), but throw a party! <br />
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Her actual birthday was last Tuesday, so we celebrated at home with dinner and cupcakes!<br />
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Then Saturday was the party. Of course when your birthday is in October, and you live in the South. . .all things revolve around football. And of course, Auburn's game was scheduled right smack dab in the middle of her party. So, we watched football, and squeezed in a party during timeouts and commercial breaks! <br />
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I worked for weeks. . .in my head. . .getting the details together. I spent hours cutting, glueing (burning my fingers way too often), sewing, and wrapping. I had my own personal sweat shop. . .working late nights and Sunday afternoons. It's so crazy that once it comes together, it feels so good and makes you forget that your baby has turned TWO. Or at least for a minute.<br />
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The usual party goers arrived, some early so as not to miss a minute of the Auburn game. <br />
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While waiting on the final stragglers, the men picked their fighters and they had a little battle of the living room.<br />
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This fabulous cake was made by Hovey's House of Cakes. She has been doing cakes for me now for a few years. . .and I keep making her try new things. . .and the button cake was perfect, as always!<br />
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Once everyone finally arrived, we jumped right in with cake. <br />
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Next commercial break. . .presents. And, let me just say, Tan loved everything. One of my favorites was when she opened a card with a $10 bill inside from Granny. . .we told her to go give Granny a hug and tell her thank you; she walked over to Granny and tossed her $10 bill back!<br />
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Special day for our special girl! We love you to Infinity and Beyond, Baby Girl!The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-62530160931477187692013-09-30T07:46:00.001-07:002013-09-30T12:16:31.776-07:00Sheesh SeptemberIt's the last day of September.<br />
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We've been busy.<br />
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With some of the regulars. Like Mayhem. If there's a line; he's going to cross it. . .every.single.time.<br />
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Like Elmo and the Cap just doing a little Saturday morning crafting. . .that's regular, at least at our house.<br />
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Though with football, mostly.<br />
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Daddy's football.<br />
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TJ's football practices. . .3 days a week.<br />
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TJ's first football game. He's #33. Plays corner.<br />
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Throw in a few birthdays. . .or four:<br />
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and you've got yourself (or myself) a really, REALLY busy September. October doesn't look to slow down much. We've got MORE football, Tanner's 2nd Birthday, Our Anniversary, and I'm sure a few surprises bound to catch us off guard! Stay Tuned. . .The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-9445043122653282672013-09-06T12:05:00.000-07:002013-09-06T12:05:48.601-07:00The August RushWell, August slipped by me. School started, football continued, and I've missed posting a lot. . .family visits, a holiday, a surgery, some football games, and I sure can't remember what else at this point, and no one else is going to call me out on it, so I'll just start with what I know.<br />
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School started. I posted about that.<br />
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Thomas' cousin, Jay, and his daughter, Olivia came in town from Denver. It's always so fun when we get together, especially because Olivia has just about as much energy as my kiddos do! They swam, jumped off the dock, did the rope swing, skied, tubed, and even braved a jump from the tressel bridge. And, on the last night, we ate s'mores!<br />
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Next, football games started. First with a Jamboree; we tied. And secondly, our first home game, which we lost in a heartbreaking comeback. But, on the plus side. . .I got some cute pictures ;-)<br />
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We managed to squeeze in a quick trip to the Montgomery Zoo on a Sunday afternoon to visit with old friends! I'm writing it down, so it's in stone. . .we've vowed to see each other more often!<br />
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Ok, I think I've made it to September and we're only 5 days in at this point so I'm doing good! <br />
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Labor Day Weekend was spent at the lake. Tan is jumping off the dock, by her little self. Tristan decided not to let her out do him. . .again, and did the zip-sled for a long time. And TJ, well, he just has fun no matter what he is doing! <br />
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And, Tuesday (the day after Labor Day), Tanner had to have a 2nd set of tubes put in her ears. She did great! When they let us back into post-op recovery, she was awake. The nurse handed her to me, and she immediately turned towards her bed. She quickly piled up everything in her arms: a baby doll, her blanket, her gas mask, a balloon, and a MetLife Snoopy gift. Then she looked me square in the eyes and yelled, "GO!" <br />
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So the rest of September looks there will be more football; Springwood, Auburn, and now TJ has joined in the action! I'll write about it, when I can. . .maybe, if I have time. . .<br />
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The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-41160883688394134062013-08-09T08:43:00.000-07:002013-08-09T08:43:32.004-07:00Smarty PantsI have a 3rd Grader! <br />
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When I asked him to complete the sentence: When I grow up, I want to be: ________, he said "an explorer."<br />
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So I asked, "Like Christopher Columbus?"<br />
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He just looked at me with a roll of his eyes and said, "No, Mom!" (As in Duh, Mom)<br />
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"Like an animal explorer, and an explorer of new habitats."<br />
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Well, pardon me Mr. 3rd Grader! Whew! If he already thinks I don't know what I'm talking about now, what's 16 going to be like?! <br />
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Tanner & Tristan wanted to get in on the first day of school action. <br />
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Yay for 3rd Grade!<br />
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Sigh. . .a few last funny summer memories:<br />
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Last week while driving home, as usual, Tristan is making plans for playing outside. He always tells Tan what they will do when they get home, and she usually just smiles and nods. But, she was being a little fiesty that day:<br />
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Tristan: "Tan, we gonna wide my truck when we get home, ok?"<br />
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Tan: "NO!" (in a <i>really</i> sassy tone)!<br />
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Tristan: "Fine den. You not my fwiend. Mommy's my fwiend. She can't fit in my twuck, just Daddy's. But she's my fwiend, not you."<br />
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Tis true, but gee thanks buddy! Needless to say for anyone that knows Mayhem. . .<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0S0pV5SyfxjgbbvISmP3TBezB4lGFgcUFH-bdUjoNWp8cUZpteJ2M1lBGMFp7ja8cyUECEU95OIf-Vdn_WAQ_OZqBKK_Em4G1x5Pk0iPCmuKsOuvpC0qjhPhkQZrs6WZWbSXPlOXReCAb/s1600/IMG_2650.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0S0pV5SyfxjgbbvISmP3TBezB4lGFgcUFH-bdUjoNWp8cUZpteJ2M1lBGMFp7ja8cyUECEU95OIf-Vdn_WAQ_OZqBKK_Em4G1x5Pk0iPCmuKsOuvpC0qjhPhkQZrs6WZWbSXPlOXReCAb/s400/IMG_2650.JPG" /></a></div>He won.<br />
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And on a few occasions, he has planned to "Mow da gwass." But, it's just so much easier to get that mower moving on the road, so that's usually where we end up. I just love how serious Tristan is (had to get his mowing boots on), and how prissy Tan looks. . .just like a Southern lady to get a dolled up to mow the grass ;-) <br />
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The next day, Tristan told Tan, "We gonna mow da gwass Sissy, get you hemet!" He grabbed his and handed her the race car helmet (which is about 10 pounds and she could hardly keep her head up straight). Wonder what the next accessory might be?!<br />
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Well, we still have several months of HOT, Summery weather around here, so maybe we'll squeeze in a few more laid back weekends (at least until football games begin). . .The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-67663110234626446382013-07-29T09:41:00.001-07:002013-07-30T13:11:13.896-07:00The Great EscapeOur lives have been crazier than usual over the past few weeks due to the new HEAD COACH, so it was really nice to be able to escape to Guntersville for the weekend. It was awesome to wake up in the mornings and have Nana come grab the kids so we could relax or sleep for just a few more minutes. It was great not to have to be anywhere, at any specific time. It was nice to just be together. . .without emails, phone calls, and texts at all hours of the day.<br />
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We arrived late Friday night because TJ had family night at his camp, Maranook. But when we arrived, Nana & Bill had planned a little celebration for the new coach. . .Complete with news articles, cake, and a football monogrammed with his first season's schedule. Really special!<br />
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After getting a little extra shut-eye Saturday morning (thanks again Nana), we ate yummy pancakes and went straight for the pool!<br />
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For lunch, we headed to the dam for a picnic on the water. It was perfect weather (finally), and the kids loved climbing on the rocks!<br />
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Now, it's Monday. . .back to <i>real</i> life. Official football practice starts this Thursday, and the first day of school is next Thursday! Summer, where did you go?!<br />
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The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-58088545973483702342013-07-26T07:03:00.000-07:002013-07-26T08:57:53.645-07:00It's a New Dawn, It's a New Day!Well, I may not be a trophy wife, but I am the proud wife of Springwood's new HEAD FOOTBALL COACH! <br />
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Congratulations Daddy! We couldn't be more thankful for all that you do for us, and for your school. You are such a hard working & dedicated man, and we are so proud to call you ours!<br />
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GO WILDCATS!!!! The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-61989572651169193532013-07-24T07:58:00.001-07:002013-07-24T07:59:01.475-07:00SAVE me from this RAIN!So, last night a few Superheroes came to my cranky/rain-induced mood rescue!<br />
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This has been the rainiest, coolest summer I can ever remember. . .I honestly can't think of a day that it hasn't rained at least a little bit! So, as soon as we got home yesterday afternoon, my heroes suited up! I asked them to stop for a picture and pose. TJ told Tristan he needed to "spin a web" for his pose, but it kind of turned out like an "I'm not a crook" Richard Nixon pose! Tan thought Elmo could spin a little web of her own! <br />
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Saturday, it only rained in the morning and afternoon which equals a mostly sunny day for us, so we spent it having fun at the lake. We found a turtle crossing the road on the way up, so I hopped out of the car to "save" him! <br />
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We played with sidewalk chalk.<br />
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We played in the hammock.<br />
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We went on the boat, and skied.<br />
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And, we listed to KK read books.<br />
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Crazy to think that summer is almost over, and it hasn't even reached 100 degrees here yet! We start school in a few short weeks, and are hoping not to get soaked any more. . .unless it's with sunshine! Hoping Earth's Mightiest Heroes don't have to make a return. . .The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-15989922098432326192013-07-12T08:23:00.003-07:002013-07-12T08:23:53.107-07:00"It's Like Ray-ian on Your Wedding Day..."So, this July 4th Holiday was one for the record books. Literally, the coldest 4th of July on record. We're used to sweltering, close to 100 degree heat, by this time each year. I'm not sure if we even hit 75 degrees this year! <br />
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As usual, we planned on spending the Holiday with family at the lake. And, not only was it cold (yes, 75 degrees is really cold for us Southern ladies), it was also really wet. As in, it rained for 5 days straight. . .pretty much the non-stop kind of rain. I'm not complaining, <i>really</i>, just trying to paint a picture of what a Momma with 3 young, rambunctious, kids was up against. So, you know what we did. . .we did it all anyway!<br />
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The lake put on their annual fireworks show on Wednesday night, so we went with umbrellas, rain jackets, blankets and towels. . .in the rain:<br />
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Thursday was the 4th, and it rained. . .all day. We fished, swam & jumped off the dock (not "we," as in not "I"), played cards and games, and ate all day long:<br />
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Friday, Saturday & Sunday were more of the same. Rain. And, more rain. But, we carried on as usual, except added in a little skiing, tubing, played with the fish we caught, and Tristan and Daddy jumped off a bridge!<br />
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Was thankful to see a rainbow. . .kinda started to wonder ;-) And, thankful to live in the 'ole US of A (where it's FREE. . .to rain, and all)!The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-76892163647191640942013-06-20T09:28:00.001-07:002013-06-20T09:28:53.183-07:00Toes in the Sand (just not Tan's)We have made it home from our yearly beach venture-cation. This year, we went with KK and Papa, and Nana and Big Guy. So fun, and so nice to have 4 extra sets of hands to help us! We stayed in Perdido Key, FL for the 3rd year, and we absolutely love it there. It is so laid back; not so built up that there is always noise, and things going on everywhere; very family oriented. After the 4.5 hour drive, the kiddos could hardly wait another minute, so we literally threw our bags in the floor in the middle of the condo, put on our swimsuits and headed to the beach.<br />
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Then, on to the pool. We were still in the pool when KK and Papa arrived. We decided to get out and head up to get ready for dinner. When all of a sudden I hear a woman scream, "He jumped in!" And, immediately I know, Tristan had jumped in the deep end of the pool. . .with no swimmies, nothing. . .and did I mention, he can't swim?! So, I jumped in with my towel on and thought I might drown from the weight of it before I could save him. Thankfully, he was perfectly fine. . .and even did it one more time the next day for good measure! Nothing like a heart attack within the first hour of vacation!<br />
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The first few days we had gorgeous weather, but there was a tropical storm that brought some crazy waves. We had so much fun playing in the sand and ocean. . .well, everyone except Tanner. She absolutely HATED the sand. As soon as she saw the sand on the boardwalk, she would curl her entire body up, pulling herself almost onto your shoulders, and lay her head down and pout. She was so prissy, and despised it touching her hands. That's pretty much how she stayed for the first 2 days!<br />
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The boys loved every minute! Most days I had to bring TJ's lunch down to the beach or pool because he wouldn't stop long enough to eat. I love watching my kids at the beach; they just enjoy it so much!<br />
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All of the kids enjoyed the pool, and it was really nice to have an indoor pool for the 2 rainy days! One of my favorite things, was watching Tanner's face when she jumped in the pool. She loved every second, but would squint her eyes so tight and open her mouth really wide. . .I tried to tell her that she might be better doing the opposite ;-)<br />
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TJ and Papa went parasailing, which I'm still kind of shocked that TJ actually did it! I was pretty anxious watching, and felt much better when he was back on sand! He said it was really calm up there and that they saw a really large shark not long before they were dipped in the water!<br />
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We played putt putt one night, and did a little go cart racing (Tristan was the all time champ; one win with Papa, and one with Daddy). Tristan and Tan reminded me of Happy Gilmore with their hockey-like plastic clubs! We ate out several nights for dinner, which is always an adventure with 3 extremely beach worn kiddos!<br />
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We took a few family pics, and I think we actually may have gotten a "Christmas Card" shot or two!<br />
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We had so much fun, and I already can't wait to go back again next summer!The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-88955568870058434082013-05-31T12:24:00.001-07:002013-05-31T12:24:57.362-07:00Memorial Weekend. . .SPLASH!Well, I had hoped to have a relaxing loooong weekend at the lake over Memorial weekend, but we were hit, and hit hard. . .by a stomach bug! Tan was struck first on Tuesday night, when we had been at the ballpark no more than 10 minutes, and she throws up all over me, and herself! Thank goodness for sweet friends nearby that helped me get cleaned up enough to walk back to the car. I stayed home with her on Wednesday, and then TJ was struck down on Friday! But, by Friday night, as kids go. . .he was eating dinner and bouncing around. So, we decided to head down to the lake Saturday. Lots of fun in the sun, boat rides, and jetski adventures! But for some reason, this is the only pic I took of the day. . .nothing more relaxing than a hammock!<br />
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Until dinner. . .TJ sat down at the table with his plate, and then threw up everywhere! So, we quickly ate dinner, and promptly headed home, stopping by Kroger to pick up some Dramamine! He seemed much better by Sunday, and after Thomas and Tristan returned from church, we headed back to the lake for some more fun. Took a few more pics on Sunday!<br />
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Tristan was unusually quiet most of the day, and had been so super good that I joked about him feeling ok. We were getting ready to ride on the boat when Tristan suddenly threw up all over the dock. I could tell he wasn't feeling good, so he stayed at the house with Papa while we took a quick ride. When I came back, I knew he was sick. . .<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfdnCbenoMeC1Qq_qIQw46gAforXqCFfInakYLlcTya4fM885-yp7yie-IUDUJZUz7xua6PanFU0QAgU4G9T5c7dhWQ5h2q8fM8LE6z2rjRcTgeoNXMGGFNHogrG0vbpqM3-KrBSNFYPkB/s1600/IMG_2355.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfdnCbenoMeC1Qq_qIQw46gAforXqCFfInakYLlcTya4fM885-yp7yie-IUDUJZUz7xua6PanFU0QAgU4G9T5c7dhWQ5h2q8fM8LE6z2rjRcTgeoNXMGGFNHogrG0vbpqM3-KrBSNFYPkB/s320/IMG_2355.JPG" /></a><br />
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He didn't eat anything the rest of the day, and we had to fight him to drink a drop of anything! But, Aunt Lyda had told him he could spend the night with her, so he was bound and determined to do so. . .and he did! Monday morning everyone was back and ready for one last day! All of the kids went tubing with Daddy. Tan didn't understand why she wasn't on the boat, so she didn't last long. Tristan was next, but wasn't feeling it either. And after quite a bit of coaxing, TJ finally went. . .and LOVED it! <br />
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We got home early Monday evening, and just for good measure, Tanner threw up on the kitchen floor as soon as we walked in the door! Thankfully that was the last of it! We are so grateful that the bug has left, but we are ever more grateful to the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice to fight for our freedom and the freedoms of others. And a huge THANK YOU to the service men and women who protect us today!<br />
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Well, yesterday I was driving home again. This time, I got off an exit early (Don't ask me why. . .I don't have a reason that I can explain. . .but please, I'm fine. . .don't tell anyone ok?!). <br />
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Tristan: "Mommy, why you gettin' off here?"<br />
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Me: (Realizing I'm not on my exit) "I don't know! I guess I'm crazy!"<br />
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Tristan: (Laughing) "You crazy. . .AGAIN, Mommy?!"<br />
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Me: "Yes, I guess so!"<br />
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Tristan: "I gonna tell Daddy you is crazy!"<br />
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Me: (Laughing) "Ok."<br />
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Tristan: "And, I fink he's gonna yike it!"<br />
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Not really sure what that says about me. . .or Daddy! Thank goodness it's almost Memorial Weekend. . .a nice LONG <i>break</i> (well, <i>break</i> is a bit strong of a word. . .at least I won't be driving home for a few days)! Definitely in need of a little R&R at the lake! Happy Memorial Day all!<br />
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The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-8524128117859039602013-05-09T07:34:00.001-07:002013-05-09T08:26:49.047-07:00Sugar & Spice, Snips & Snails...What are Mommy's Made of?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQSF76CveSZ4-fz-2vWS5Gm9tsGIS0hrGhFDRrsVw_rokGEeWaTNuLM9kiNG_p3SZ7rFmOA_BUEWf-U-d6DRN0ivxqM5mqNuBI564n5spEWodH1NrLooHPPNV_PCbw1r9RMbTvwG63tNAt/s1600/DSC_0065.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQSF76CveSZ4-fz-2vWS5Gm9tsGIS0hrGhFDRrsVw_rokGEeWaTNuLM9kiNG_p3SZ7rFmOA_BUEWf-U-d6DRN0ivxqM5mqNuBI564n5spEWodH1NrLooHPPNV_PCbw1r9RMbTvwG63tNAt/s320/DSC_0065.JPG" /></a><br />
Mother's Day is coming up Sunday, and it got me thinking about all of the sappy things I see about Motherhood. Don't get me wrong, I love being a mom. . .it is the absolute best thing in life and what God has called me to do, but folks I'm about the truth. . .and Motherhood isn't always made of sugar & spice or even snips & snails and puppy dog tails! However, it is what we make of it and how we view those moments (sometimes even few and far between moments) that make being a mother worth everything!<br />
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Children make life interesting, full of twists and turns that change from one minute to the next. We mothers have to adapt to every situation, quickly and effectively. Like earlier this week, one minute I was cleaning up an entire bathroom full of poop (not that you need details, but from the tub, to the floor, to the toilet seat covered in poop); to the next minute cleaning up throw-up (from a different child and neither was actually ill) in the living room. <br />
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We must also be patient; very patient. Like when you (or possibly I) have the strongest willed 3 year old on the planet. . .who is also already proving to be pretty sneaky as well! Like the other day I was getting dressed for work, and Tristan took Tanner into his room and closed the door. Yes, I know, bad from the get go. So, I finished putting on my pants. . .still no shirt on, but knowing Mayhem, I knew that I needed to check on them ASAP. I was yelling (in a nice tone) "Tanner, Tristan. . .what are you guys doing?" the whole way to the room. When I opened the door, they both stopped in their tracks and looked up at me.<br />
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Me: "Tristan, what are you guys up to?"<br />
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Tristan: "Nuffin Mommy. We just pwayin' and sittin'."<br />
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Me: "Umm Hmmm, ok." (Yea, right!)<br />
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Tristan: "Can you get outta here, pweeze?"<br />
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Me: (At least he said please, right?!) "Let me finish getting TJ's clothes out, and I will."<br />
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When I walk out of the room, before my feet step off of the carpet, Tristan says: "OK Tanna, now we can get it!"<br />
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I turned back around and said: "Get what?"<br />
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Tristan just smiled and sat back down and said, "Nuffin!"<br />
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We mother's, whether licensed or not, tend to play nurse, doctor, and dentist on some occasions as well. The dental skills come in handy when your kiddos start loosing their teeth. Except, my skills didn't come in. I don't deal with teeth. . .other than making sure they are brushed. If they are loose, I don't really care to see them. I'll play the cute fairy that delivers the dough after they're out! Like this week, TJ pulled 3 teeth in 3 days. He looks like a jack-o-lanern! Sorry kids, you're on your own with the teeth!<br />
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And Vacations: they're a relaxing and fun family experience, right? Like when one of your children screams the entire 7 hour drive (I'm not naming names. . .TRISTAN). Or when you go to Disney, and you're 12 weeks pregnant and still throwing up every day, but put on your happy face because it's the "Happiest place on Earth!"<br />
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Thank goodness God knew how to make a "Mommy Brain!" Because thankfully, we are able to put the craziness that Motherhood brings into the far back distant fog part of our brains. And He knows, we Mom's love and cherish <i>THOSE</i> moments. Those moments like on a Monday afternoon, after working an 8 hour (day) job, picking up the kids from daycare, and driving 30 minutes home that all you need is for your strong-willed 3 year old to say "Mommy, I missed you today. I lub you, Mommy." And he says it, at exactly the right moment and without being prompted. Or moments when you really need to be getting ready for work, but your 18 month old is sitting in your lap, with her head on your chest watching Little Einstien's and not moving a muscle. . .so sweet. Or, when you go to watch a program for your oldest, and when you visit his classroom afterwards, he runs up and hugs you for a really long time and is truly happy and overjoyed that you are there. Those are the moments a Mommy lives for, cherishes, and remembers. . .always.<br />
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Happy Mother's Day to all of the Mommies! Our job IS the greatest blessing. . .don't forget that on those crazy upside down days, and always take time to cherish those precious moments! The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-11707669739965144462013-04-25T13:52:00.002-07:002013-04-25T13:52:41.858-07:00Opening DayBaseball season is here. And, Saturday was opening day. And, as all opening days go. . . at least in our sleepy little town. . . it was well S L O W and running behind! But, thankfully Thomas had taken TJ on early to get his pictures, and we stayed behind to let Tanner finish or elongate her nap. I still had to wake her, which left me with a slightly cranky little girl; I mean check out those faces in the pics below. By the time we made it the park, they still weren't starting our game, so we took the little ones over to the play ground to get a little energy out.<br />
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But, it wasn't too terribly long after we got there before the big game got started. TJ played catcher for several innings, and then short stop for another inning. He went 3 for 3 hitting, and was happy with that! You can really tell that these boys have gotten better since last year. TJ had his own little cheering section with both sets of Grandparents, Uncle Buck, and Granny in attendance. We are going to enjoy one more season with only one ball player, 'cause look out world. . .Tristan starts t-ball next year!<br />
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I sometimes think of the day when I'm going to have to "give away" one of my boys, or the princess. I think of what that will mean to our little family. Having to share MY baby with another person and another family. And, to be honest, I don't think it's going to be much different than "giving away" my Mom. She has always put us first, and I have never questioned the love she has for me and my brothers for a second. If you ask me, that's the best mother anyone could ask for! <br />
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I thought it might be hard for me to give her away, let her move away...but, it's been surprisingly easy. <br />
Not that I won't miss our lunch dates, or spur of the moment spend the nights with Nana, or Sunday afternoon trips to the grocery store <i>by myself</i> because she has come over to keep the kids for me during football season. <br />
But, because I couldn't be more happy for her. <br />
Because I couldn't have picked out a better life-long partner to better suit her. <br />
No one deserves to find the happiness that comes when you have finally found the one God has meant for you, more than my Mom! <br />
I love you Mom, and I am so thankful that Bill is now a part of our family. <br />
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I was telling Thomas yesterday about Bill at TJ's game on Saturday. How we took the babies over to the playground, and he pulled out his camera and starting taking millions of pictures...just like he was a proud Grandpa! Not that I wasn't happy to have him before, but honestly...that stamped it and sealed it in my heart! <br />
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Bill: <br />
Thank you for being my mom's best friend. <br />
For being her loudest cheerleader. <br />
For being her soul mate. <br />
For being a shoulder to cry on and a ear to listen. <br />
For making her laugh. <br />
Most importantly, for being a Godly man and leader who will love, honor, and cherish her always.<br />
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Here's to the Bride & Groom!<br />
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The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-73213937452847749472013-04-15T07:07:00.000-07:002013-04-15T07:07:12.876-07:00The REALLY lost tooth<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM9SMTbZYdvVCBJI4uq8kW68ZJOoHCQvA_Mb3HjX69qnL4Scsb_SaZbSwvhiIdbKeyi0-Td9zT48hcLj9S1seLAcs8mDd_au3MGRbz31pktRI1fXneGeMs6z_WZR7-l9vvLh33hiXRC6Pp/s1600/IMG_2191.jpg" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM9SMTbZYdvVCBJI4uq8kW68ZJOoHCQvA_Mb3HjX69qnL4Scsb_SaZbSwvhiIdbKeyi0-Td9zT48hcLj9S1seLAcs8mDd_au3MGRbz31pktRI1fXneGeMs6z_WZR7-l9vvLh33hiXRC6Pp/s320/IMG_2191.jpg" /></a><br />
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Well, we're finishing up the end of 2nd Grade, and TJ has finally lost another tooth. . .this being his 3rd tooth total. At this rate, he may be 20 before he finally loses his last baby tooth! He lost his first 2 teeth last year at once by swinging a bean bag with his teeth and they both popped out, leaving a nice, large hole for a while since they weren't actually ready to come out! This one was ready. He went to the bathroom and pulled it himself on Friday at school. His teacher put it in a little capsule so he wouldn't loose it before getting home. Nice try, Mrs. Slade, nice try. Friday afternoon, I get a phone call from Thomas:<br />
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Thomas: "Hey Babe. Got some really bad news."<br />
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Me: "Oh no! What is it?!"<br />
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Thomas: "Well, TJ lost his tooth at school today. Then, this afternoon he was playing at after-school care. . ."<br />
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Me: Panicked. The last time he called like this, TJ had busted his head open at after-school care, and was on his way to the ER to get staples in his head! "Just give it to me. . .I don't need the whole story right now!"<br />
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Thomas: "He was playing with the capsule that his tooth was in. . .and his tooth fell out. He lost his tooth."<br />
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Me: "Oh, that's it?! Ok."<br />
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Thomas: "Well, he's been really upset and has boo hooed the entire way home."<br />
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Me: "He can write the tooth fairy a note. . .no problem, I've got this."<br />
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So, when I get home, I excitedly ask TJ to see where he lost his tooth. . .he shows me, and then bursts into tears again! I calmed him down, and told him we would just write the tooth fairy a note, and all would be well. He was fine with that, and before bed, he wrote his note.<br />
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We put the note in his tooth pillow, and under his pillow pet. TJ loves to sleep on the couch (getting ready for married life, I guess), so on weekends we oblige. We all go happily to sleep and all is well in the Hill house. <br />
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Saturday morning, TJ comes running into our room, teary eyed. . ."The tooth fairy forgot to come!"<br />
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Thomas looks at me with that OH CRAP WE FELL ASLEEP look, and explains that maybe the tooth fairy was confused, and left it under his pillow on his bed. He jumped up, grabbed the quarters ($2 worth in quarters since neither one of us had any cash), and tries to beat TJ to his bed. Thankfully, that crazy tooth fairy was just confused and had left the money on his bed, under that pillow! TJ was so excited that the tooth fairy had come, and again, all is well. . .The Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12146290217804801030noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3410757186162698941.post-72665765440995382812013-04-08T12:59:00.001-07:002013-04-08T12:59:38.805-07:00Spring Draining ;-)Ok, so I know a few weeks ago I said I was ready for all of Spring had to bring. . .well, I take it back. . .all of it! After our fun last weekend, most of it being outside, my allergies were thrown into over-drive and by mid-week I had gotten a full blown sinus infection! Thankfully after seeing the Doc on Friday, I was able to get lots of good meds and am finally starting to feel better. I'm so glad I felt better by Sunday, because we had plans to go to a Braves game that afternoon. I don't know if I've mentioned how lucky I am to have married into such a wonderful family. And, after almost 10 years, I feel like they have always been <i>MY</i> family. Thomas' youngest brother lives in Atlanta, and made all of the arrangements with his Braves connections. We stopped in Newnan to pick up his other brother and sister-in-law. It was a beautiful day. . .perfect baseball weather.<br />
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