Whine & Cheese

I am having one of those days (weeks perhaps?) where I would just like to crawl under the covers and stay there. This pregnancy is zapping me of all energy this week. Not sure why that is because I have been feeling really good. I'm feeling queasy, irritable and cranky on top of it. Not only do I feel crummy, but Declan is being a pill as well. He's got a cold and is teething which makes for one grumpy kid. I am so over the toddler dramatics. Yesterday I just went ahead and gave him the box (yes, the whole box) of girl scout cookies because I couldn't listen to the theatrics any longer. How's that for good parenting? Some days you just don't have the will for battle. I feel like I am having more and more of those days lately. I officially FAIL at parenting this week (and it's only Tuesday!).

To top it off, my dearest husband (whom I'd like to kick in the balls right now) volunteered to head to Idaho for a week. He leaves March 8th. Not sure if I should take it personally or not, but seeing as he's only been home 6 days I am slightly pissed. If I wasn't pregnant I'd book a one-way ticket to Florida where I could spend my time drinking on the beach.  Because I could seriously use a stiff cocktail right now.

Sing Me Home

It is quite possible that I've just made a huge mistake. I just sent my husband to Target, with the Visa card, to purchase a Wii. Have I lost my mind? It must be the pregnancy. He is under specific direction to purchase no more than 2 games to get us started. Pray to God that he follows directions. I don't want to have to go back to work. 

Do you have a Wii yet? Most. Fun. Ever. Totally worth every dime. Especially when you have kids and spend all your weekends at home because babysitters cost an arm and a leg. Last night our friends Matt & Tanya invited us over for Wii time and we boxed, bowled, played tennis, ping pong and duck hunt. 

Since the house is currently empty, save for 2 smelly dogs at my feet and the cat, now is the perfect time to catch up on my neglected blog. Here's the short version of what I've been up to over the past couple of weeks.

- Drove from MN to Colorado with mom, 2 dogs, cat and toddler. Longest. Drive. Ever.

- Cleaning house that was uninhabited for 2 months. 5 letters. D.U.S.T.Y.

- Assisted in brothers move into new apartment in Vail. Free place to stay. W00T!

- Had 13 week ultrasound. Healthy baby. Due August 15th. 

- Shopping. Lot's of it. Been doing my part to stimulate this economy. New TV. New mattress. New maternity clothes. New furniture. We are broke again ;)

Thomas came home, unexpectedly, last Tuesday. He tried to keep it a secret from me but failed miserably. It was a nice surprise nonetheless. It feels good to be a family again. I don't think we'll be doing any of those long term separations for awhile. Of course, Tom is currently trying to talk me into another year long move back to Cali. If it weren't for the obscene amount of money he was offered I would decline immediately. It's going to require further thought. 

Declan is growing like a weed. Everyday is something new. I think I can honestly  say that 2 is my favorite age. I have said that about all his "ages" but it's been a lot of fun lately. Well, mostly fun. He's starting to put together sentences and interacting more with words. He's even starting to sing his ABCs. I guess I haven't totally failed as a mom. However, he can also sing the Sprout On Demand song that precedes Sesame Street. 2 is also a challenge like no other. I am finding that I have to stick to my guns more and more and be more of a disciplinarian than I used to be. They really learn to manipulate at this age.  I can't afford to be quite as laid back as I would like to be.  

So that's the last couple of weeks in a nutshell. It feels so good to be back in Colorado. The sun shines every day. It's been in the 40s & 50s and tomorrow is supposed to be 60. I am ready for Spring!

Country Roads, Take Me Home

To the place I belong.

This will be a short one. My time in Minnesota has come to an end. Tomorrow my mom, Declan and I will be on the road headed back to my home, sweet home. I am so excited to re-connect with all my friends and catch up. Thomas won't be back until the end of the month now so I'll have lot's of free time! Please send us many good vibes for an uneventful drive.

Hasta La Vista Minnesota!