I should take advantage of Wordless Wednesday, but I am going to post a little something. As I was lying around yesterday licking my wound I had a lot of time to think about why I haven't posted a lot lately. I think the reason is, I haven't had many inspirations lately. No one or topic has struck my fancy, in fact, I am getting a bit bored with the people on the train and I have just been so busy. I am starting to run down and eventhough I love the scenary here, I just long for that slower paced lifestyle.
Until next time...
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Not a very good blogger lately...
I just haven't been a very good blogger lately. I have been extremely busy over the last month and this has definately taken a back seat.
The long weekend was great it was so nice to be able to spend the quality time with my family. We have an awesome bike trail that goes further into the foot hills of the mountains and we took a 25 mile bike ride on Saturday. It was so great to get out and get excercise with the family and forget about the stress of work and the busy life I leave.
Somehow God always has a way of slowing us down because as I type I am sitting on the couch with my foot elevated due to a hellacious ingrown toenail (can you say ouch!!!) I had it removed for the second time in 4 months today and at the end of July have to have the part of my toenail removed permanently. TEAR!!! At this point I am done being vain and just want a solution. Apparently the infection was very bad today. He had to dig a while to get it all out and what is gross is that my toe nail was was ingrown by 1/4 of an inch. He said it was really bad. It felt really bad.
That is what my life like right now. I'm tired gonna take a nap.
The long weekend was great it was so nice to be able to spend the quality time with my family. We have an awesome bike trail that goes further into the foot hills of the mountains and we took a 25 mile bike ride on Saturday. It was so great to get out and get excercise with the family and forget about the stress of work and the busy life I leave.
Somehow God always has a way of slowing us down because as I type I am sitting on the couch with my foot elevated due to a hellacious ingrown toenail (can you say ouch!!!) I had it removed for the second time in 4 months today and at the end of July have to have the part of my toenail removed permanently. TEAR!!! At this point I am done being vain and just want a solution. Apparently the infection was very bad today. He had to dig a while to get it all out and what is gross is that my toe nail was was ingrown by 1/4 of an inch. He said it was really bad. It felt really bad.
That is what my life like right now. I'm tired gonna take a nap.
Monday, May 19, 2008
I can't believe how lazy I have been
I have posted since May 5; that is just unacceptable. I have been incredibly busy at work lately. I normally post everything at work and the past couple of weeks has been a zoo. Just let me say one thing: Working with the Chinese Consulate is not always easy. I am sure they are a bit preoccupied with the major distasters in the recent weeks. but darn it, I am about to be become a major disaster if I can't GET SOME ASSISTANCE!!!!!!
At any rate, here is a quick run down of my life over the past two weeks. (Note..My friend always uses the LO to describe her baby, but I have converted it into the SO to describe my little one Sophia. Man I am just to witty)
1. The SO turned 3 and was completey spoiled by all of her gifts
2. On my quest to lose weight my better half and I spent entirely too much money on new Trek bikes. We have the most beautiful bike trail that runs along two rivers and goes into the foot hills of Mt. Rainier. Breathtakingly beautiful. Although the two bikes made a nice dent in our savings they were well worth the money.
3. Bought some new Chaco sandals. Love them...
4. Enjoyed the beautiful 90 degree weather this weekend. (It was hot!!!!, I know I sound like a wuss and I act like I have never endured the 115 degree with 90% humidity climate of KS., but come on people I don't have air conditioning here and I have already become acclimated to this place. In fact, it's our one year anniversary today. HAPPY ANIVERSARY!!! SEATTLE
5. I enrolled the SO in a full day Montessori school for the fall. Hopefully, this will give her the education she desperately needs. The home daycare provider is just not cutting it. I don't want to sound like I am bragging, but she is incredibly smart and is becoming way to bored and causing problems at her current daycare. This school is going to be a sacrifice financially, but I think it is going to be a great opportunity for her.
6. We camped in our backyard this weekend. The better half got a firepit for his birthday and we decided to break it in with smores and a small bonfire. Both the kids had so much fun. I must say that I am not tent material. I can't stand the lack of bathroom facilities so this was a stretch for me. I know..I know... it was only in my backyard, but dang, can't a girl get a break.
That is the past two weeks in a nutshell. Pinky Promise that I will post more;)
At any rate, here is a quick run down of my life over the past two weeks. (Note..My friend always uses the LO to describe her baby, but I have converted it into the SO to describe my little one Sophia. Man I am just to witty)
1. The SO turned 3 and was completey spoiled by all of her gifts
2. On my quest to lose weight my better half and I spent entirely too much money on new Trek bikes. We have the most beautiful bike trail that runs along two rivers and goes into the foot hills of Mt. Rainier. Breathtakingly beautiful. Although the two bikes made a nice dent in our savings they were well worth the money.
3. Bought some new Chaco sandals. Love them...
4. Enjoyed the beautiful 90 degree weather this weekend. (It was hot!!!!, I know I sound like a wuss and I act like I have never endured the 115 degree with 90% humidity climate of KS., but come on people I don't have air conditioning here and I have already become acclimated to this place. In fact, it's our one year anniversary today. HAPPY ANIVERSARY!!! SEATTLE
5. I enrolled the SO in a full day Montessori school for the fall. Hopefully, this will give her the education she desperately needs. The home daycare provider is just not cutting it. I don't want to sound like I am bragging, but she is incredibly smart and is becoming way to bored and causing problems at her current daycare. This school is going to be a sacrifice financially, but I think it is going to be a great opportunity for her.
6. We camped in our backyard this weekend. The better half got a firepit for his birthday and we decided to break it in with smores and a small bonfire. Both the kids had so much fun. I must say that I am not tent material. I can't stand the lack of bathroom facilities so this was a stretch for me. I know..I know... it was only in my backyard, but dang, can't a girl get a break.
That is the past two weeks in a nutshell. Pinky Promise that I will post more;)
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Diet Coke and Pizza Please.....
Diet Coke, I'm on my knees
Hey girls you are beautiful..
You take your girl and multiply her by 4
Now a whole lotta woman means a whole lot more.....
I love this song.......
Interviewing a Nanny tonight. Wish me luck!!!!
Hey girls you are beautiful..
You take your girl and multiply her by 4
Now a whole lotta woman means a whole lot more.....
I love this song.......
Interviewing a Nanny tonight. Wish me luck!!!!
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
I need help!!!!!
I know I said this blog was going to be devoted to only me, but I need help.
My daughter is the most stubborn, onry little girl ever. ( I know everyone thinks this, but I am quite sure Sophie is by far one of the worst) She has already been let go by one daycare because of her behavior and now is about to be let go from her current one.
Here is Sophie in a nutshell: Very determined, extremely bright, overally active, the most stubborn person I have ever met and very adorable. She does have tantrums when she doesn't get what she wants and has a very bad temper. As a baby she used to bang her head on the ground when she was mad, but our pediatrician told us this was normal for some children. She is extremely spoiled and has been since day one; however, we are tyring to work on that and have been for a while.
One thing about Sophie is that the more resistance she has the harder she fights back. If she can detect any anger in your voice she feeds off of that and gets madder and less likely to do what she is told or calm down from a fit.
Knowing this about her, I have adjusted to this, but I think others feel that this is some type of defiant behavior. It amazes me how these women (the babysitters) think that they are going to be the magical solution that whips her into shape and "by God she will do what they say"! Well this particular sitter has been great up until yesterday. She has always said that she is willing to work with Sophie and that she has a bad day every now and again. Well yesterday, I receive this e-mail stating that she is becoming increasingly stressed out and needs suggestions regarding "discipline" of Sophie. She stated she thought she was hyper (funny b/c I personally think that she is a typical 3 year old) and that maybe we should adjust her diet. She suggested that her mother (who is a teacher) come and observe a typical day with Sophie (She did this w/out asking), then she continued to state that Sophie should be evaluated by her pediatrician. WTF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Last I checked this person is not a child psychologist, nor does she have a college education. Does she actually think I would hop on this bandwagon.
What am I going to do? I don't want to change sitters again because I do think this person is a good care provider, but I can't stand by and listen to long list of negatives about my child.
Does anyone have any suggestions? I need help!!!!! (Any suggestions regarding Sophie's behavior is also appreciated)
My daughter is the most stubborn, onry little girl ever. ( I know everyone thinks this, but I am quite sure Sophie is by far one of the worst) She has already been let go by one daycare because of her behavior and now is about to be let go from her current one.
Here is Sophie in a nutshell: Very determined, extremely bright, overally active, the most stubborn person I have ever met and very adorable. She does have tantrums when she doesn't get what she wants and has a very bad temper. As a baby she used to bang her head on the ground when she was mad, but our pediatrician told us this was normal for some children. She is extremely spoiled and has been since day one; however, we are tyring to work on that and have been for a while.
One thing about Sophie is that the more resistance she has the harder she fights back. If she can detect any anger in your voice she feeds off of that and gets madder and less likely to do what she is told or calm down from a fit.
Knowing this about her, I have adjusted to this, but I think others feel that this is some type of defiant behavior. It amazes me how these women (the babysitters) think that they are going to be the magical solution that whips her into shape and "by God she will do what they say"! Well this particular sitter has been great up until yesterday. She has always said that she is willing to work with Sophie and that she has a bad day every now and again. Well yesterday, I receive this e-mail stating that she is becoming increasingly stressed out and needs suggestions regarding "discipline" of Sophie. She stated she thought she was hyper (funny b/c I personally think that she is a typical 3 year old) and that maybe we should adjust her diet. She suggested that her mother (who is a teacher) come and observe a typical day with Sophie (She did this w/out asking), then she continued to state that Sophie should be evaluated by her pediatrician. WTF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Last I checked this person is not a child psychologist, nor does she have a college education. Does she actually think I would hop on this bandwagon.
What am I going to do? I don't want to change sitters again because I do think this person is a good care provider, but I can't stand by and listen to long list of negatives about my child.
Does anyone have any suggestions? I need help!!!!! (Any suggestions regarding Sophie's behavior is also appreciated)
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