Twilight

Well, I finally watched Twilight. I LOVED IT! I am a little ashamed to admit that I watched it two times today. I never got into the books, because I thought the idea was a little weird. I so not like ANYTHING scary, and I thougth a book about vampires would be scary, so I decided to avoid the Twilight hysteria that everyone seems to have. Until today that is...I went to get a movie for the girls at the video store, and there was the last copy of Twilight. I went to it immediately. The movie is a complete love story. Now, I am going to read the books. I hope I haven't ruined them by watching the movie first. I think there are four books. I am heading to the library tomorrow.
The girls were suppose to have a friend spend the night, but a little before she was suppose to be here, she changed her mind. They were so disappointed. They had already cleaned their toy room and bed room. I completely understand, but I also hate for my children to hurt. So, we spend the evening in. The girls were doing great until they got into a huge fight at about 8:20. They were watching the new episode of icarly, and I heard them screaming and hitting each other. So, I went in there to break it up. I calmly walked over to turn off the tv, and they lost it. They started screaming and crying. They told me that I was the worst mommy in the history of mommies, that they hated me, and that they couldn't stand me. I told them I loved them, and to get their little butts into bed. It was a trying evening. Now, I have to spend what would be a nice relaxing Sunday with my girls grounded because of the way they acted tonight. FUN!! I think I would like a do-over of this weekend. Between Saturday school, no sleepover, and the fight tonight, I am tired. But, on the bright side, I did get to meet the wonderfully intense Edward Cullen. Seriously, you HAVE to watch that movie!

You just never know...

This week has been a week that has made me think. There was a lady here in Coeburn, 31 years old, who died. One minute she was fine and the next she wasn't. I don't think they know the cause of death yet. It just makes you think. You never know when your last day on earth will be. She left behind a husband, and two daughters. One is six, and the other is 18 months. I feel so sorry for those girls. I personally know what it is like to lose a parent at such a young age, and it is tough. I wonder every day how my life would be different if my dad was still alive. I deal with it ok. My hardest time of the year isn't his birthday, or the day he died. It is Father's Day. I have never celebrated that day, and I can't help but feel sad on that day. It is hard to explain. I think I just feel cheated out of knowing him. But, I know that one day I will be reunited with him.

Friends

I have the best of friends. I will be thirty in about two months, and for the first time in my life, I think I have a true friend. Alicia knows everything about me, and accepts it. She doesn't try to change me. She just listens and helps when help is needed. I just like having someone to talk to. We are both very busy, but we make time for each other. That is nice.
We are going to Outer Banks, NC in June for a week long vacation with Alicia & Jeff, Teresa & Keith, Miranda & Mark, and all their kids. So, there will be eight kids and eight adults all in one house. It will be chaos, but fun. We have a house on the beach, with a pool. This will be the first time my girls have been on a beach vacation. They have been to Virginia Beach to visit Todd's family, but they only went to the actual beach for the day, if that. I can't wait.
Ok, well enough for tonight...TTYL

Wonderful times

This past week has been wonderful. I have finally collected all my girl scout cookie money, and I almost have the plans finalized for the rest of the year. I have only worked one day this week, so I have actually had some free time to get some things done. I thought we were going to get a snow day today, but we only got a snow schedule. I guess I should be grateful...we are already going to school three Saturdays. I don't really mind though. It doesn't really matter to me. They have finalized the schedule for next school year, and that means that little Molly will be starting big Kindergarten on August 6th. She is excited, but thanks to big sis, she has learned that she has to get shots first, so she is nervous about that. Well, not much to blog about tonight...I am going to try to learn how to blog from my phone, so hopefully I will update more often. TTYL!

What time is it?

Ok, it hasn't even been one complete day yet, and this time change thing has me confused. I keep looking at the clock to see what time it is, because my body keeps telling me that the clock is wrong. I love the summer time, but it is hard to deal with with kids. I know that they are not going to be ready to go to bed tonight when I am ready to put them to bed. I am dreading it already.
This week has been crazy. My mom had her back surgery (the 5th one) Thursday. It went well. Not a big deal really. She came over and stayed at my house for a few days to heal. I don't go to her house, because I am not a fan of her "boyfriend". So, she stayed here and tried to rest. As you may know, it is very, very difficult to rest with a house with a seven and four year old. They never sleep past 8 in the morning, and my mom could sleep all day. She is definitely a night owl.
Also, at this same time, Todd's sister, Tiffany was in town. She just had a baby, who is about six weeks old now. Then, his grandmother, and cousin came in from Virginia Beach to meet the new little man. So, needless to say, I have had my fill of family this week. I love Todd's sister (and new baby) to death, but the others are so hard to take sometime. I just don't deal well with any of Todd's family. I have tried, but I think I am done trying. I don't know what else to do. It seems like it just gets worse. Sometimes I wished I lived somewhere very far away.
But, all are gone now, and I think it is finally getting back to normal around here. This week looks pretty calm, and I hope it stays that way. The only thing about this week is that I can't work any, again. As you may know, I substitute at the primary school. The only problem is that I can only work when Todd is off work, and he has to work all week. We do not have a babysitter here, so it sometimes creates a problem. I would like to work more, but I guess I have to wait until next year when Molly is in kindergarten. I am just going to enjoy what little time I have left with her. Before I know it, it will all be over, and she will be the one wishing she lived far away from her family. Have a great week!!!!!!!!!!!!

My little four eyed beauty!

Well, I took Kailey to the eye doctor yesterday, and she did need glasses. He said she was having a hard time focusing up close. Her prescription is +.50. Which isn't bad, but it was bad enough to cause headaches and to make her squint. She loves them. She got two pair, thanks to the buy one get one free deal at Drs Valuevision. One is black and one is purple. It was so sweet/sad, because on the way home, she had her brand new glasses on, and she said, "Wow, so this is how everything is suppose to look!" She was just amazed that she could see so much better. They dialated her eyes, and it was so funny. She kept rubbing her eyes and trying to see. She was very disoriented. Kailey is so proud and excited about her glasses. She told me that she secretly wanted them, but she didn't want to act too excited when the doctor told us she needed glasses.

I may be getting a little sentimental, but I have never had trouble with Kailey growing up. She has always been my big girl in my eyes, and I have just been able to deal with it pretty well. But, with that said, my little girl has grown up so much the past few months. Her looks have changed so drastically. She cut her hair, got bangs, got glasses, and her two front big girl teeth are almost completely grown in. Just take a look at the pictures above. The first two were taken this morning, and the others were taken in the past few months. She looks so different. And, as we all know, Molly is just a hop, skip, and a jump behind her. I am going to have teenagers before I know it.

Another week complete, another crazy one coming up!

Well, here it is Friday! What a week...we had one snow day, and then I worked the other four days. That is a lot for me. I usually only work two or three days a month. So, I am loving the chance to work some. We definitely need the money. The problem is that I can only work the days that Todd is off work. We do not have a babysitter, and it seems to be too much drama to use the grandparents, and they aren't here that often anyway. I really like being a substitute teacher. I get to meet all kinds of kids, and if they get on my nerves, I usually only have to deal with them for the day, and I can handle anything for a day. I may try to get an aide job at the school next year. I would like to work in pre-k. The younger the kid, the more respect they have. Or, come to think of it...it may be fear. I just know that the older they are, the worse the class is.
I am glad I got to work this week, because I can't work at all next week. Todd has to work Monday, so that day is out for me working. Then, I have to take Kailey to the eye doctor and dermatologist Tuesday. She has been having trouble seeing, and her teacher told me that she is always asking to move closer. Wednesday Todd has to go to Roanoke to take a real estate test. He has been taking classes online, and is ready for his test. Then, Thursday, Mom is having surgery. She is having the neurotransmitter taken out of her back. It hasn't helped with her back pain, so she is getting rid of it. She will be staying at my house for a few days while she heals, so say a prayer for her (and me!).
Well, now you know all the details about my crazy life. Wait, I almost forgot to mention the most important thing...I will hopefully be completely finished with all the Girl Scout cookie business this Monday. All the parents are suppose to turn the money in at the meeting. I just hope and pray it all goes smoothly.