Hooray for Miserable Weather,

And Cancelled Commitments! Soccer practice was cancelled due to the down pour of cats and dogs. Thank Goodness. I was not looking forward to it after being in the car since 1130. We are just home from Charlotte and it is 4:52.

I am so happy because Mr. Ryan is making great progress! His forehead is wider. His ears are aligning and the back of his head is rounding out. His eye needs to be more aligned with the other, but he is just trucking along. Next check up in 2 more weeks.

Ryan Christian

Hello, Cutie! We are headed to Charlotte, NC today for Ryan's bi-weekly check up. See Ya Later. And look for more this evening.

halloween love.

I just ordered this mini scrapbook kit from Ormolu on Etsy. I can't wait to get my hands on it. I thought it would be a perfect 3 for each of the boys' Halloween Memories. I will post it later in November once they are complete. Until Then, More Etsy.
Picture from Ormolu.

life list review, one year later.

Last year at this time I made a "To Do" list of random things. Some are accomplished, some are an ongoing process, some will be completed further down the road and some will not be completed at all. (See no. 56 for an example.) All the Red Text are items crossed off. I made the list into a little Life List book and date the accomplished. I have added a bunch of new things as well. Tomorrow I will review Jason's List. You can see the original post here.

1. Read the bible front to back.

2. Adopt a dog.

3. Weigh 120 pounds.

4. Snow ski

5. Visit a vineyard.

6. Buy a house.

7. Work on and LOVE my handwriting.

8. Relax on my very own porch swing.

9. Plant a tree.

10. See The Nutcracker.
11. Learn to sew.

12. Visit Mexico.

13. Meet someone famous.

14. Have all three boys in elementary school.

15. Celebrate my 10th wedding anniversary.

16. Support and encourage anything my children want to do.

17. Visit 5 new states.

18. Take a crochet or knit class.

19. Visit Walt Disney World.

20. Take my photography semi-pro.

21. Own a great bookcase.

22. Enjoy the “Deep South."

23. Compliment the Hubby more.

24. Create something everyday.

25. Say I love you everyday.

26. Journal.

27. Buy a Polaroid camera.

28. Put money in savings every month.

29. Have nice calves.

30. Scuba dive.

31. Stay away from sharks.

32. Join the PTA.

33. Be grateful.

34. Run/Walk in another charity event.

35. Attend church more regularly.

36. Learn a new instrument.

37. Back up photos on a CD Rom.

38. Buy an old typewriter, that works.

39. Volunteer.

40. Attend a costume party.

41. Go to a scrapbook retreat.

42. Encourage Jason’s creativeness.

43. Get published in a magazine.

44. See the Statue of Liberty.

45. See Vegas.

46. Tour the Smithsonian.

47. Go to another continent.

48. Let go of resentment.

49. Have these babies.

50. See Canada.

51. Go Green.

52. Smooch More.

53. Go canoeing.

54. Be able to visit Grandma daily.

55. Baptize the twins.

56. Cook more.

57. Take Jason to a pottery class.

58. Enroll Jason in tee-ball.

59. Donate hair to Locks of Love.

60. Grow hair back out.

61. See an animal in the wild.

62. Prepare a Will.

63. Have my own studio.

64. Say a prayer for health.

65. Work a charity event.

66. Visit the Grand Canyon.

67. Whiten my teeth.

68. See a pro sport event.

69. Take up yoga.

70. Go away ALONE with hubby.

71. Meet Ali Edwards.

72. Go to the SC State Fair.

73. See a Live show.

74. Be a design team member.

75. Organize.

76. Set up the spare bed room.

77. Do a newborn photo shoot.

78. Do a family photo shoot.

79. See old friends.

80. Worry less.

81. Seriously purge closet, including shoes.

82. Do something BIG

83. Get a list journal.

84. Work on 100 Books List.

85. Work on Jason’s 100 To Do List.

86. Volunteer at a shelter on Thanksgiving Day.

87. Decide on a profession.

88. See George Strait in 2008.

89. Always cut the crust off all Jason’s PB sandwiches.

90. Finish this list and start a new one..

it got crafty up in here today.

7 day forecast with a 3 day recap.

Monday: School, work, hubby plays 2 football games
Tuesday: School, work, Speech
Wednesday: School, Work, Charlotte for Ryan, Soccer, football
Thursday: School, Speech, Hubby on TDY in Kentucky
Friday: School, Hubby home late from Kentucky
Saturday: Soccer game, birthday party
Sunday: Hopefully Relaxing with a slight chance of rain.

Wheeeewwww.. Out of one week and right in to the next. We had a busy weekend around here. On Friday, I took the kids to the Zoo. Later when the hubby was off work, we went to Walmart, Hobby Lobby, Conway and got some coffee.

Saturday: We both were up all night with the babies. I was a zombie. I even wore make up so I would look less "living deadish".. It didn't work. We were out the door at 730 for soccer pictures before the 900 game. Jason played great and scored 2 goals, winning us the game! We came home for lunch and rest. We were back out the door for a little house hunting at 1:00. That kept us busy till 4 and we had Chilis for lunch. Both babies slept great on this night cause they were wore out as well. I think I was up twice for about half an hour each time. And the hubby was up for an hour too.

Sunday: Sleeping in until 8:00. Breakfast then Ribs for lunch. Stayed home till 2:00. Then to Target and out for groceries.. A quick stop at the Bucks for a Pumpkin Spice Latte'. And home for the rest of the day. Did a bunch of housework, so today I can take it easy.. but bottles still need done and there is always another load of laundry.. And there is always more House.

That brings us back today and has me thinking ahead..

-babies need winter clothes, slippers and coats
-Jason needs long sleeve/pants school uniform
-Halloween Costumes?
-a trip to the pumpkin patch
-the state fair starts this week
-our anniversary
-Thanksgiving
-Birthdays
-Christmas

curls.

I took the boys to the Zoo on Friday. I decide to take off Ryan's helmet before we went into the Zoo. Just give him a few hours off. Later I noticed that he had a couple of curls. Cute. Do you remember Jason's curls? He was covered in curls. This is the first time I noticed any on Ryan, but I have noticed that Zachary's tends to curl a lot. I will try for a photo of those too. -M

Hello there.

Last night was better. I was up at 11:30, 12:20, 1:30, 3:45 and 4:30. I was up 3 times with Zachary and twice with Ryan. But after that, I slept from 4:30 till 6:15. The alarm actually woke me, not a baby.

Today the babies are 10 Months old. Where did that time go? In just 2 short months, I will have 1 year olds. Wow.. Look for a post of photos later.

Ryan @ 10 Months: Says Mama, Dada and is making a baa baa sound. Likes the Zoo, baths and the outdoors. Is a good eater. Is doing great in his helmet. Can clap well. Lots of jabbering. Wearing Size 4 Pampers. Has 2 bottom teeth and 1 top tooth. Enjoys Jason. Is sleeping in his crib at night. But still not taking good naps. Currently has clear runny nose.

Zach @ 10 Months: Says Mama, Dada and is making a bye sound. He will also hold a hand up high in the air, while saying bye. Claps really well and when prompted. Loves bathtime, car rides and being outdoors. Loves human food (see size of cheeks and thighs.) In Size 4 Pampers. Stands alone unassisted for short periods. Has not taken first steps. Has 1 bottom tooth. Loves Jason. Still a good napper. Currently has a poopy diaper.

Today: I took Jason to school and almost hit a deer on the way home. Yes, my whole life flashed before my eyes. Jacques was at home when I arrived and entertained the babies. He has football practice after work. I was thinking it may be a perfect day for the Zoo after school. Already changed 2 poopy diapers.. Keeping me busy (besides the babies) House Season 1 Disc 2 Episode 2

Saturday: Soccer game at 9:00 and its photo day. We are viewing the house again tomorrow. I am taking the camera, Jacques is taking the realtor. We also need groceries.

Look for more later. Let's Go, Friday!

it never slowed down..

And I doubt today will ever either. Jacques and I are not getting any sleep at all anymore.. Maybe 3 to 4 hours tops each night. Both babies are up 3-4 times each. Last night, I was up at 2:44 with Zachary.. I got him back down in 10 minutes at 2:54 then Ryan woke up at 3:06. You do the math. By the time my head hit the pillow, 12 minutes later, I was up again with Ryan. I really am feeling failure and need some reinforcement.

Okay, mopeing over.. These are from the park on Monday. I took Jason after school. More photos up on flickr.

Yesterday we went to the bank, to Barnes and Noble, Starbucks (Hooray for October and the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte') then to soccer practice and Fazzoils for supper. I also hit the grocery store for stamps and formula.

Today: Jacques to Jason to school. I drank caffeine, lots of it. I will pick Jason up and then over to speech. The hubby will be late with work tonight and all 3 kids will need to be bathed. But for now, Coffee and House Season One.

Tomorrow: Friday! And the boys will be 10 months old. Jacques has a football game, work and Jason school. Soccer on Saturday and we are seeing the house again.

If my day ever slows down..

Expect a Post. Until then, Life Is Violently Hurling By. Cheers!