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bad boys, bad boys...what did they do?

Posted August 28, 2008 at 6:14PM by dustbunny
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They locked the babysitter out for 20 minutes. Every window, door and slider.

Then they hid. She nearly had a panic attack. omg...they are 2 & 4.

I'm tired.

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rockergirrl responded August 28, 2008 at 7:28PM

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Crazy! She/you must have been freaking out.

Mumsey responded August 29, 2008 at 8:02AM

Uhoh! One solution (as I'm sure you talked with them very sternly) would be to leave the sitter a key which she/he gives back to you when you return home. Although it sounds like they are pretty clever, and might come up with something new! At least they have a 'sense of humor'

dustbunny responded August 29, 2008 at 8:20AM

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the good thing was it was midday, another au pair was with her and I was at the neighbors...and yes, you're right, I should at the least stash a key for her to have outside...they thought they were pretty clever...

benbaby responded August 30, 2008 at 1:38PM

Goofing around with my babies - Big and Lil

I agree that they were being naughty. But I feel that's expected of boys ...isn't it? That's what I like of boys too. Waiting for Ben to get a little older...

Sticky_Mommy responded September 3, 2008 at 1:57PM

I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

Maybe Angelina can adopt them?

PET PEEVE, grocery style...

Posted August 26, 2008 at 8:34AM by dustbunny
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Ok, rockergirl got me in the mood to vent...here's MY pet peeve (among many).

I shop at a decent grocery store with a minimal-to-decent selection of organic/healthier foods. I try to buy fruit w/o chemicals with each grocery visit. WELL, they've gone off and done this REALLY annoying thing. All the organic fruit comes PACKAGED in styrofoam and saran wrap! No breathability, first off and TOTALLY horrible packaging that won't biodegrade! What's the point of organic produce if it comes packaged like meat in styrofaom trays? Like, what is that? I think it's so the organic doesn't get mixed with the regular.

Should I write a letter?

Kiwi Fruit...all fruits and vegetables come packaged like this at the grocery by heyref85.

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rockergirrl responded August 26, 2008 at 8:40AM

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Oh don't even get me started on this. Hannaford - yes I will call them out does this too. I refuse to buy their organic stuff because the veggies always look like crap since they were shipped from god knows where and the fruit and other veggies are wrapped like you said. Stupid, stupid stupid. What gets my goat even more about Hannaford is they have this line of organic products now under the name Natures' Place Organic. Everything from salsa to canned beans etc. BEWARE. I was buying their cans of black beans and pinto beans and my friend noticed one day the bottom of the can of black beans said PRODUCT OF CHINA. "F" that. I am NOT buying food from china just because you slap an organic sticker on it. They are only in this organic game for the money. That is totally crap in my opinion. I am so sick and tired of it all. What should you do? Write a letter, don't buy the products, spread the word. Let's make a stink!

Kelmcmom responded August 26, 2008 at 9:14AM

Diggin the motherhood gig

that is a pointless measure! The company could save money as well! But packaging in general gives me facial ticks. I HATE buying toys where you need to be houdini to get the dang thing out, and throwing out the packaging takes up your entire garbage can. Is it really necessary?

Mumsey responded August 26, 2008 at 10:43AM

I think it's important to: 1. tell the grocery store your concerns (packaging is pretty danged damaging to the environment and sending food from China? Their quality control STINKS!) 2. Write the the PRESIDENT of the food store chain (you should be able to find the address online via Google) and you'll at least get a reply. 3. Let all your friends know and get them to speak to the store as well. Or drop a suggestion into a suggestion box. But speaking out does change things!

dustbunny responded August 26, 2008 at 11:31AM

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this one does really make me irritated...I'm paying extra for no chemicals, not the trays made in china with chemical molds, right?

THANKS FOR YOUR IDEAS! I just knew everyone else must be thinking....what are they thinking?

what are your top ten sanity savers? mine are...

Posted August 21, 2008 at 10:10AM by dustbunny
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I was thinking, what do I do that makes my life relatively interesting? Here are some little things that keep me going (ASIDE FROM KIDS):

ipod- I walk w/out kids
tivo- the soup, reality tv & colbert report
starbucks double tall nonfat lattes
corona with a lime
writing - but not near enough or in the direction that actually pay$ big bucks, lol
mom's night out 1x/ month
reading postsecret.com
collecting ideas for decorating (I used to have a scrapbook for when I built that dream house, lol)
picking up burritos with extra guacamole (and NOT having to deal with dinner)
margaritas, of course

WOW, that's pretty lame stuff!

what mundane things keep you going?

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CaspersMomma responded August 21, 2008 at 10:47AM

water: tub, lake, ocean
walking solo
Bravo network
skinny cows
emailing or talking to friends
making lists (some I do, but mostly I make them for my husband)
reading magazines or books b4 bed
Cptn' and diet coke
dinner prep the night b4
new jeans that make my butt look good

dustbunny responded August 21, 2008 at 11:07AM

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NICE LIST!

schmidtty responded August 21, 2008 at 11:10AM

Cocktails
Vacuuming with my new Dyson! Although with 2 toddlers I have to do that A LOT!
Dream about the boat that I'll probably never have.
Read
Bake
Sew
Mine's pretty lame to J, but it keeps me going!

wildmom responded August 21, 2008 at 11:16AM

if mom ain't happy, ain't nobody happy

yoga, sometimes
sleeping on saturdays
wine
iced coffee
family guy
clean floors
mommy gossip
hubby attention
making necklaces

PandaBear responded August 21, 2008 at 11:45AM

Hugs are my secret weapon.

OMG wildmom, I feel you on clean floors. I HAVE to sweep. We go barefoot a lot in the house and I can't stand to have dirt, dog hair and food crumbs underfoot.

trashy magazines - OK!, people, etc
sunshine
beach
the quite of the snow squeaking under your boots
having my husband make dinner
having my Mom watch my kids, clean my house & make dinner
getting my hair brushed
getting my hair washed at the salon!
surfing on the internet
coffee
coffee
coffee
cocktails & then another one

rockergirrl responded August 21, 2008 at 11:46AM

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music
yoga
taking a bath
beer
talking to my friends on the phone
afternoon tea
gardening
reading
night out
decaf soy latte

so, what does my 2yo want for his 3rd birthday?

Posted August 20, 2008 at 10:01PM by dustbunny
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Well, this is cute. I was tucking him in and I said, "Noah, it's your b-day in three weeks, what do you want to do?"

He was all snuggled up, sucking his fingers when his eyes lit up. He plopped the fingers out, perked up and said,

"DANCE PARTY."

No kidding. He put his fingers back in, smiled and went off to sleep.

I'm pulling out the disco ball, making playlists and we're having a dance party! SHWEET!

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rockergirrl responded August 20, 2008 at 10:03PM

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Awesome!

kidatheart responded August 20, 2008 at 10:09PM

Everyday I realize that I get better looking

I can't wait. i'll get my hands on a fog machine and lasars... It going to be off the hook!

Mumsey responded August 21, 2008 at 8:50AM

Don't forget the 3T glow in the dark t-shirts!

Sticky_Mommy responded August 21, 2008 at 9:52AM

I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

DANCE PAR-Ta! I have a suggestion for your mix. yo gabba gabba music, it's sooo good.
http://www.myspace.com/yggmusic

p.s. there's a party in my tummy

dustbunny responded August 21, 2008 at 9:55AM

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omg - thanks...I see that stuff on the soup! funny business
GREAT SUGGESTIONs PEOPLE!

Back to School: Already or Not Soon Enough?

Posted August 17, 2008 at 11:11PM by dustbunny
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So the kids are starting to dread and brace for earlier bedtimes and reading schedules. The moms are getting eager for some peace and quiet and I’m wondering where did summer go? Are you feeling like it’s time to get moving or that time moved too fast?

I feel like I still need 2 months of hot weather and downtime to get my summer groove on. I’ve got a fourth grader, a prekindergarten and a 2.5 yo.

Over all, I wish we had had more lake time this summer. Bummer…

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rockergirrl responded August 18, 2008 at 7:07AM

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I think if we actually had more than 2 nice days this summer I would feel ready. Between the rain, thunderstorms and tornado watches in New England the summer basically blew. I don't feel ready for school. In one sense I do because I am a bit ready to have a change in our daily routine but I am finding I am having the end of summer "there are so many things we haven't done". I wanted to go to the skate park (at least once) I wanted to go to the lake (more than 2 times) blah blah blah.

Sticky_Mommy responded August 18, 2008 at 8:50AM

I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

I too am having summer regrets and trying to cram things in before my DD starts pre-school. This weekend we went to 6 Flags, which is one of our summer traditions, and next week we're going to the fair, but I wanted more water time. I think we only filled the kiddie pool 2X this year!

vtmomof2 responded August 18, 2008 at 9:13AM

Life is crazy but wonderful.

This summer was awful. It was nice this weekend though. I was able to finish my yard sale, which is something I wanted to do this summer. It would have been nice to have gone camping at least once, we wanted to go but the weather didn't cooperate very well. The kids are ready to go to school and so am I. It has been a busy summer, but not a nice one. We didn't too many fun things. We went to the beach a couple of times with my parents. The bad part is that as soon as school starts so will our actual summer. It will be hot and humid as soon as the kids are in the classroom.

hatescooking responded August 18, 2008 at 9:21AM

drop it like it's hot

not enough time! that's for sure. I wanted to get to the beach...shux

rockergirrl responded August 18, 2008 at 12:08AM

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glad to hear I'm not the only one.

the truth about birth order. funny stuff!

Posted August 13, 2008 at 2:08PM by dustbunny
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This is a funny list all moms & dads can appreciate. My grandmother sent it in an email- cross generation parenting humor. Love it!

BIRTH ORDER OF CHILDREN...

1st baby: You begin wearing maternity clothes as soon as your OB/ GYN confirms your pregnancy.
2nd baby: You wear your regular clothes for as long as possible.
3rd baby: Your maternity clothes ARE your regular clothes.
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Preparing for the Birth:

1st baby: You practice your breathing religiously.
2nd baby: You don't bother because you remember that last time breathing didn't do a thing.
3rd baby: You ask for an epidural in your eighth month.
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The Layette :

1st baby: You pre-wash newborn's clothes, color coordinate them, and fold them neatly in the baby's little bureau.
2nd baby: You check to make sure that the clothes are clean and discard only the ones with the darkest stains.
3rd baby: Boys can wear pink, can't they?
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Worries:

1st baby: At the first sign of distress--a whimper, a frown--you pick up the baby.
2nd baby: You pick the baby up when her wails threaten to wake your firstborn.
3rd baby: You teach your three-year-old how to rewind the mechanical swing.

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Pacifier:

1st baby: If the pacifier falls on the floor, you put it away until you can go home and wash and boil it.
2nd baby: When the pacifier falls on the floor, you squirt it off with some juice from th e baby's bottle.
3rd baby: You wipe it off on your shirt and pop it back in.

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Diapering:

1st baby: You change your baby's diapers every hour, whether they need it or not.
2nd baby: You change their diaper every two to three hours, if needed.
3rd baby: You try to change their diaper before others start to complain about the smell or you see it sagging to their knees.

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Activities:

1st baby: You take your infant to Baby Gymnastics, Baby Swing, and Baby Story Hour.
2nd baby: You take your infant to Baby Gymnastics.
3rd baby: You take your infant to the supermarket and the dry cleaner.

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Going Out:

1st baby: The first time you leave your baby with a sitter, you call home five times.
2nd baby : Just before you walk out the door, you remember to leave a number where you can be reached.
3rd baby: You leave instructions for the sitter to call only if she sees blood.

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At Home:

1st baby : You spend a good bit of every day just gazing at the baby.
2nd baby: You spend a bit of everyday watching to be sure your older child isn't squeezing, poking, or hitting the baby.
3rd baby: You spend a little bit of every day hiding from the children.

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Swallowing Coins:

1st child: When first child swallows a coin, you rush the child to the hospital and demand x-rays.
2nd child: When second child swallows a coin, you carefully watch for the coin to pass.
3rd chi ld: When third child swallows a coin, you deduct it from his allowance.

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Mumsey responded August 13, 2008 at 3:05PM

Oh my goodness, how funny and how true!

rockergirrl responded August 13, 2008 at 9:18PM

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that is awesome!

rohansmama responded August 14, 2008 at 2:01PM

Really Awesome! Love it!

dude..step away from the freezer and run (a tale)

Posted August 11, 2008 at 11:59PM by dustbunny
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Ok, my hubby will be mad for airing his dirty laundry but I have to share this...

http://wunderland.com/LooneyLabs/JustDesserts/ArtSubmissions/IceCreamSandwich3x3.jpg

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Ok, so I bought "mini" ice cream sandwiches because I didn't want to eat an entire dessert...but I did want something sweet- I lost my voice so my throat loves the idea of cold tasty treats. Anyway, I went for 2 walks today and made salad for dinner. Mind you, I never said I was on a diet...but I'm tired & cranky and had a hankering for an ice cream sandwich.

Well, guess what my hubby said as I asked my 4 yo to toss me a mini.."oh, stick with the will power, you went on two walks, ate healthy and that won't make you feel better."

echo, slow motion, screetching record coming to a halt...silence. pin drop...you get it.

what?
"I mean you don't need that."

Oh really...I'm almost 31 and miserable and I want a friggin ice cream sandwich...step away and run for it, DUDE.

needless to say, I'll be finding another sleeping location. that did not help my mood. or my willpower.

thanks dear...now, where's the bon-bons and vodka? lol

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Lavandar responded August 12, 2008 at 8:17AM

Woah, chill out.

Mumsey responded August 12, 2008 at 8:34AM

I feel your pain.....and of course, he thinks he's helping you. Any other time, it might have been fine. Hang in! Timing is everything.

Sticky_Mommy responded August 12, 2008 at 8:46AM

I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

Maybe it would be different if you asked for his help if you wanted to stay away from sweet treats, but I doubt you asked for it.

Skinny Cows are yummy, big and only 2 weight watcher points.

kidatheart responded August 12, 2008 at 9:45AM

Everyday I realize that I get better looking

Sorry

rockergirrl responded August 12, 2008 at 9:52PM

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ooh yeah - bad. that was bad.

rohansmama responded August 13, 2008 at 12:44AM

That was really bad.

humpday...yes please, may I? what? It's Wednesday!

Posted August 6, 2008 at 5:56PM by dustbunny
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THIS IS WORTH A REVISIT...it's been a long three days of the week. :) Just stop and stare, stop and stare....

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wise words from an 8 year old...going on 18

Posted August 6, 2008 at 5:50PM by dustbunny
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I tell this story all the time so if I accidentally said this before, I apologize. If you haven't heard it, it's one of those mom quotes that stick.

Many we wish we'd remember forever but forget. Many we wish we'd forget but remember every night before we close our eyes. Many, however stick and resonate and prove that no matter how we guide and push or let go...they each have their own personalities that will make the world a new and exciting place, with each generation.

ENOUGH sappy monologue....

Here's the quote, taken from a totally casual conversation:

MOM (me): Hey, miles, what do you want to do when you grow up? Have you thought about it?"

M (straight faced as you can be): "Mom, I don't want to do anything, I want to BE somebody."

Is that insane or what? So, for the little people who want to change the world....let them!

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Sullysmama responded August 7, 2008 at 12:04AM

Will the next one be ginger too??

That kid has always been an adult trapped in a child's body. even when he was 2. Seriously.

Mumsey responded August 8, 2008 at 4:59PM

Pretty deep for ANY age! One of my favorite kid quotes happened when we were overseas. A young girl asked her Mom (my friend) "Mommy, what's puberty?" Her Mom kinda hemmed and hawed, then said "It's when you can bear children." The daughter answered "Oh, I can bear children alright, it's adults I can't stand." Aren't kids grand?!

Summer Photos...My Wild boys LOVE the Water!

Posted August 5, 2008 at 2:38PM by dustbunny
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Sullysmama responded August 5, 2008 at 3:15PM

Will the next one be ginger too??

Oh My GOD! M is like a little MAN! And T and N are hugemongous!! It looks like you had a super fun vacation. We so need to plan a trip out to see you guys.

benbaby responded August 5, 2008 at 11:20PM

Goofing around with my babies - Big and Lil

Your kids had a Great time!

kidatheart responded August 5, 2008 at 11:42PM

Everyday I realize that I get better looking

i wonder where they get their good looks? Maybe you should post some hot pics of your hubby? It seems the babes on this site really think he's hot!!! :)

advaithasmom responded August 6, 2008 at 11:07PM

Advaitha makes my world go around!

luks like a mindblowin vacation! i wonder how u manage them every day!! moms r the best!

schmidtty responded August 12, 2008 at 8:44AM

J - The boys! What happened to all the blond hair? Miles...wow, he's got girls calling him doesn't he?! Next time you go on a 3 week vaca - stop by Denver, will you?!
Christine

time with hubby- what's that?

Posted August 1, 2008 at 11:10AM by dustbunny
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Is anybody spending much quality time with their hubbies/partners?

Today, I am going to a wedding with my husband. It's the first time in 3 weeks (actually, we did grab a bite one night) we've even hung out one on one.

How often do you get out and what do you do together?

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rockergirrl responded August 1, 2008 at 11:16AM

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We have been really bad about this. Maybe a couple of times a year. Not good at all. I don't yet trust the teenage babysitter concept yet so that makes it an issue.

Sullysmama responded August 1, 2008 at 11:21AM

Will the next one be ginger too??

We started to notice our relationship was getting rocky when our son was about 18 months old. We decided it was time to take care of "us" first for awhile. If we aren't good, then the kiddo suffers too right? So we made room in the budget for a date night every month. We're lucky enough to be part of a babysitting co-op with a bunch of friends where we swap kids one night each month. It's great because Sully can have a friend come over and play for the evening, and parents get to go out on a date. It's free and it's reliable (I mean you're dropping your kid off with other parents right?). Sometimes parents will get together and watch 2 or 3 kids at someone's house so they end up having a bbq fun night while the other ones go on double dates. It's really a great system.

Sticky_Mommy responded August 1, 2008 at 11:37AM

I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

I hear you Sullysmama. You have to make time for your relationship (I know, easier said then done). I think of it as if you're going down in a plane crash you have to put your oxygen mask on first, then help others. Help your relationship first and you'll be happier in other areas of your life.

My DH and need to do more things together. Even walks or hanging in the backyard after the kiddos are asleep.

vtmomof2 responded August 1, 2008 at 1:41PM

Life is crazy but wonderful.

Does doing things together at home count? My hubby and I rarely get out alone together, but we make time for each other every night. We always spend at least one hour together, whether it is watching a tv show or making dessert together, we spend time together each night. We really don't have much money for going out, but I think spending time together doesn't necessarily require going out. Plus we email each other through out the day, if he is busy at work I make sure to send him notes from home so he can read what is going on at home during his breaks. This is also great for when he gets home, he is able to talk to the kids about what happened during the day. I agree the relationship between us is very important for our kids, it gives them the stability that they need.

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