It Ain't Just a River in Egypt

I'm not a fan of introspection. I don't like falling short and introspection always shines a light on the many areas I flounder. It's no wonder that I've become somewhat of an expert at DENIAL. It's the backbone of my existence...the philosophy I have long subscribed to.

A prime example of this denial is my staunch refusal to accept the fact that my 36 year old body (post 3 children) isn't capable of the same freakishly insane things my 25 year old body was. Early on in life I earned the label of "Night Owl". I like the night life. I like to boogie. And it used to all work out fine. But now? Now I find myself puttering around until past midnight every night and wonder why at 7:30am I'm just a mumbling, tottering, mess of a person.

Some would think I didn't know better. They would be wrong. I know there are consequences...I just don't want there to be consequences. Shouldn't that be enough?

OUCH!

Attempting to reason with a 6 year old hurts my brain.

My Men

The handsome men in my life.

What's In a Name?

Our kids all have nicknames. It's the way we roll. Our newest addition (yes, I realize at 17 months he's no longer "new"...whatever) has been assigned "Bubba" and "Turdis", among others.

Following the eightieth injury this week, however, Ian and I decided we missed the nickname boat and both agreed that something like "Bruiser" would more aptly describe the attitude and condition of our little man.

Our boy has become "thud" personified.

Hey...that's not a bad nickname either.

First Grade

Today is a big day. On a scale of 1 to 10 for "bigness", today is a 10. At least for this girl:

She was so excited to start "all day school" and has been counting down the days for quite awhile. (Her mom has been anxious as well since Lindy's anticipation for greener grass has caused a never-ending stream of complaints about home-life.) She happily posed for pictures (practically a first for her) and couldn't stop beaming the whole day.

Ellie has been caught up in all the back-to-school hubbub right along with her big sis. Her school, however, doesn't start until Sept. 8th. This unfortunate setback didn't prevent her from posing for her share of photos as well (she kept asking me to take more).

What cute girls we have! I'm so glad that they are enthusiastic about this time of year. It's so much fun to watch them enjoy life and revel in all their new experiences. Both girls have told me that they "LOVE" their new teachers. The great thing is that they will have no problem expressing that love on a daily basis...what lucky teachers.

Good luck, Lindy. Have fun and remember that WE LOVE YOU and are so proud of you!