Catch up...

So today I am going to play a little game of catch up.  This has been a crazy couple of weeks, The Dad got back from his training and let me tell you Bubba was so excited to have his daddy home.  We patched the tire and it was looking good and than BAM it started leaking again. So it looks like a new tire is in my future. 

Bubba had his first doctors appointment in a long time and it went really well, he is huge! It looks like he might have a bit of an allergy problem so he was given some allergy medicine.  Apparently his tonsels are so big that they are almost touching so who know what that will lead to.  Bubba is also becoming quite the little singer, he has learned twinkle twinkle little star, and the itsy bitsy spider.  It's really annoying funny hearing his sing it all...day...long!

Bobbles is getting so big he also had a doctors appointment he is 13 1/2 pounds and 24 inches long this kid has so much weight since he was born.  I really don't remember his brother gaining that much so fast but that was three years ago so who knows.  His granuloma that was on his belly button is gone now which is good I was getting a little nervous that it wasn't going to go away.  The only thing that we are going to have to keep an eye on is that he has a hydrocell(to much fluid in his little boy parts) and it could turn in to a hyrnia so we just have to be on the look out for that.  I am not to worried the doctor said that he will probably out grow it.
Bobbles is starting to laugh and smile and babble so much now, it is really cute to watch him bat at his little animals and then laugh. He is growing so fast, I kind of want him to stop.

School is about to kill me, I don't know how my mother went to school full time, worked almost 90 hrs a week and raised six kids!  I feel like I am not giving my school work or the kids my full attention and it really bothers me.  I know that going back to school is a good thing and it will help my family in the long run but right now I feel a little bad about it.  It is never ending, it's homework and exams all the time!

Also, starting on October 1st me and The Dad are starting to implement a new healthy life style.  We are going to take part of the 50 million pound challenge, it is a great idea.  The website is a wonderful tool, they have menus, activity journals, and a community online all at your disposal to help you lose weight and get healthy.  We are also going to try Jillian Micheals 30 day shred workout, I have heard great things about this workout, and am hoping that it will help get us me into shape.  I am going to put a side bar here that shows how far we are coming, and maybe if we are brave enough we will do before and after pics! Stay tuned to find out...

Happy Birthday Bubba

n Sunday September 20, 2009 my first born baby boy turned three. I can not believe that he is already three it seems like just yesturday that he was born. I can not even express how much I love this boy, he is my world, my first born, he lights up my day, drives me up the wall, and in general makes everyday an adventure.
On thursday we took Bubba to Nashville and went to the stingray reef where he got to feed and pet the singrays. It was awesome to watch his little face light up when the stingrays would come up the side of the tank, he would giggle and run back behind The Dad and then he would do it all over again.

Saturday was the day that we celebrated his birthday party, my grandparents and my sister Vicki came to visit. We went out to dinner and then came back for cake and ice cream...just a little helpful hint half a sheet cake is A LOT OF CAKE!!! I didn't realize how big half a sheet cake was I picked it up and was like OMG I didn't order this! He loved all of his gifts and he L.O.V.E.D the cake he had so much cake and ice cream.

I just really can't believe that he is three!

Big Brother Little Brother...

My boys are just about the cutest little people in the world..if I do say so myself!  Bubba loves to help do things for his little brother, he gets diapers, clothes, and likes to help feed Bobbles.  Today while we were getting ready to go to the Opry Mills Mall, Bubba was hugging on his baby brother.  He would tell Bobbles all about the show he was watching on the tv.  It makes me so happy that my boys get along(for now), you hear so many horror stories about older siblings being mean to a new baby. 



In other news, we are getting ready for Bubba's 3rd birthday!  I can not believe that he is going to be three this Sunday, it doesn't seem like it has been that long.  I was going to make these really cool cupcakes that I found in a magazine but when I showed them to Bubba he said "mommy I don't want them, I want cake....CHOCOLATE CAKE!!"  So off to the Kroger I went and ordered him a cake with Army tanks on it, he is obsessed with anything that has to do with the Army(I wonder where he gets that). My grandparents will be coming in tomorrow for a visit, and my sister will be here on Saturday.  It looks like it is going to be a pretty good weekend.

We Remember...

As I was watching the news this morning I had tears brought to my eyes, it is hard to believe that eight years ago this country was under attack.  For most of us we remember exactly where we were when we found out the news.  I was in the 11th grade walking to my business law class when my friend Jeremy told me that one of the Trade Centers had been hit, we all rushed to class where they had the television on and we saw the second plane hit the Trade Tower, I remember being in complete shock how could something like this happen.  How could people be so crul, hurt so many people that never did anything to them.  I thought is this what the world was coming to? 

I feel for those who lost their loved ones, from the people going to work, to the firefighter, police, and port authority, to the workers at the pentagon, and those on flight 93 I for one will never forget you.

I am also remembering all of the soldiers in all the branches of the military who have gone off to war to try and protect me and my family from the dangers of the world.  I also thank and remember the spouses of the soldiers, you give up alot in order for others to be safe.  I know how it feels to be alone but proud at the same time. 

I hope that my children never have to experience something so horrific, that one day we will be a world of peace and understanding, but I know that this is something that may never happen so I am prepared to try and show them the good and the decent.

To you all I say thank you and I will never forget.

Bubba's Blue Period...

On of the things I enjoy the most is watching Bubba being creative.  I love to sit down with him while he colors and ask him what it is, usually he responds with "it's a dinosaur mommy".  Like I am supposed to magically know what the swirls and sqwiggles are.  Today we finger painted, there was a mess but I didn't care, watching how much fun he was having made my day.  He is quite the artist if I do say so myself..and I do!

"Mommy it's a spaceship and stairs!"

"I'm blue..daben dee daben di"

Bye The Dad

So today the house is a little sad, The Dad has left for training at Fort Knox.  He is going to be gone for a week which is the shortest amount of time that he has had to leave.  That being said it doesn't make it any easier for the boys.  Bobbles is to little to realize that The Dad isn't here, but Bubba knows that The Dad is going to be gone for awhile and he is not happy about it.  The first thing this morning he woke up and said "daddy is gone for a whole week" and then proceeded to cry.  I feel so bad as there is nothing I can do to make him feel better, but I will try and keep him busy until The Dad comes home. 

On a happier note we are getting ready for Bubba's birthday next sunday, my grandparents and my uncle will be here to meet Bobbles so they will get to celebreate with us. I can't believe that it has been 3 years since Bubba was born it seems like time flew.

What are some of the ways that you keep your children busy while a parent is away?

Homework, Tires, and Crying Babies...

Today has been one of those days that you just dread having.  I have tons of homework that is due this week along with studyng for a couple of exams.  One of our tires has a flat, I had to put the spare on before I could take The Dad his dinner while he was on CQ, and both of the boys are having a screaming and crying match! Oh the joys of motherhood!  It seems like everytime I sit down to watch my class dvds or take notes one of the boys (including The Dad) need something from me, it makes it very difficult to concentrate. 

The Dad tried to fix the flat by putting a plug in it...well that sure did not work.  He is going to take the tire to walmart and get them to fix it before he leaves tomorrow.  As of tomorrow The Dad is going to be at Fort Knox for training, he leaves here at 3 and wont be back for a week.  Everytime he has to leave Bubba goes through withdrawls, throwing fits, crying, and being just plain sad all the time.  I am going to try to keep him as busy as I can until The Dad gets back.

Bobbles seems to be going through his first growth spurt and is hungry ALL THE TIME!!! I swear that child wants to eat all day long. He is either eating or sleeping, although he is starting to stay awake longer during the day and sleep almost completely through the night (thank you Jesus).

Happy Labor Day and Happy Birthday to my daddy!


Edited @ 3:30:  So apparently where the hole in my tire is Walmart can not patch it...great! So The Dad went and bought a patch kit and patched the hole we will see later tonight if it worked or not. Fingers crossed that I wont have to buy a new tire.

Holy Chaos Batman...

So everytime Bubba gets in trouble and is sent to his room you can here the tantrum from a mile away.  Crash, bang, kick and scream, it sounds like the world is coming to an end.  He gets so angry that he has been sent to his room he feels the need to throw every toy and article of clothing on the floor.

When it is time to let Bubba out of his room you have to step carefully because other wise you might step on a toy car and go flying.  The biggest problem with sending him to his room is not the mess itself but trying to get him to pick the mess up before bed, it's like trying to pull teeth.  There is screaming and crying and him telling me to "just take all my toys" so he no longer has to pick them up.

Most days I just go with the flow and put all of his toys in a basket and then hand them to him one by one until they are all put away.  Somedays though I just want him to put them away the first time I ask him and for him to do it with a smile on his face and a skip in his walk....I know asking to much from a 3 year old.  What are some of the ways that you get your child to pick up their rooms??

Meet the family...

So for my first official post I thought I would introduce you to the family, since this blog is about them.  Throughout the blog I will be using nicknames for my husband and my boys(we really use these) so that they can have some sense of privacy. So here we go...

The Dad and I


  The Dad and I have been together for six years and married for four of those years.  We met at Missouri Southern State Unniversity where we were both attending.  I know most people don't believe in love at first sight but for me that is exactly how it went.  We were married on July 16, 2005 it was one of the best days of my life.  Shortly after we were married The Dad joined the Army, he was an MP and was stationed at Fort Stewart in Georgia.  It was there that we had our first born son Bubba, shortly after Bubba was born The Dad deployed to Iraq for 14 months.  That was probably the worst 14 months of my life. 
  Recently The Dad reclassed to become and Infantryman which he loves, and we are now Stationed at Fort Campbell in Kentucky.  Which is where are second born son Boobles was born.  While The Dad is off doing his soldier thing I stay at home with our two boys. Somedays I like being a SAHM and other days I could rip my hair out!  While I am home with the boys I am also going to school full time, I am trying to get my Bacholors Degree in Business Management.

Bubba


Bubba is going to be three on September 20th, he is full of life and definatly has his own style.  He is all boy, loves to play with cars and trains and has an obsession with helecopters.  He loves to sing and makes us laugh when he does, this boy knows his song lyrics!

Bobbles


Bobbles was born on July 31, 2009.  We were so happy to welcome him into the world and can not wait to see what he becomes!

Blogging world here I come!

This blog has been along time coming, I have been thinking about starting a blog since my oldest son was born three years ago.  I want a place where I can come and write out all the crazy things that go on in my life, from dealing with a three year old, a newborn, and a husband who is in the army; to being a full time student and a woman. Hopefully you will enjoy reading what I have to write, so for now this is good night and there are many things to come.



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