I was just looking through some pix from NY in August and saw this. She's just so pretty!
04 September 2009
pretty eyed girl!
I was just looking through some pix from NY in August and saw this. She's just so pretty!
27 August 2009
any typical day ...
this morning Evelyn awoke at 5:00 - gassy and hungry. So I fed her, she farted and she went back to sleep. I woke up and got a couple of glasses of water first. She, Ernie, Dru, Gene and I all have a sore throat / headache combo that's made things interesting for the last couple of weeks.
Dru's nose is like 2 beeswax candles when he sneezes, Ernie has been a pisspot, and Evelyn doesn't quite know what to do with a sore throat. It's pathetic and hilarious when she sticks out her tongue and coughs in this pathetic little cough. Her bowel habits have also been changing - she now seems to poop once a week - 3 days in a row, then 7 more days. Ick. And her farts have been pretty stinky for the last couple days so I'm pretty sure the lava's on its way.
Back to this morning. Ernie came into my room at 6:30, bright eyed and bushy tailed. Then demanded "Caillou" (which wasn't on yet today). Oobie was just fine. Since babygirl was still sleeping, I joined him on the livingroom and we cuddled for a while. Then, at about 7:00, I called for Dru. He didn't answer. 5 minutes later, I heard "MOM!" "WHAT!" I answered. "I pulled out my tooth!" Sweet. He came downstairs, all proud, and showed me his lower lateral incisor. whoop! He then said, "I finally have a gaping hole!" How hilarious is that!
So we made it through that drama, then on to dressing and breakfasting. Cheerios for the boys today. Dru wanted some peach cut up in his, Ernie did not. Herding cats might be easier than getting Dru out the door. "C'mon Dru - let's go!!" We had not made the bus this year in the mornings. Traffic dramas, kiddo drama, whatever drama. I got a notice yesterday afternoon that yesterday MORNING the bus stop would change - as in too late to have done anything about that morning, or even that afternoon. Fortunately I called the school to find out where I was to pick him up. I mean really!
I had in my mind that I wanted to leave the house no later than 7:45 -- the poking and prodding and pleading was finally working. Dru was downstairs, Evey was in her car seat, my coffee was made and in a cup - phew. Off we go. We arrived at the new bus stop - farther away - at 8:04. (the time we used to leave the house!) I asked if it was a fluke that she was so early. Nope. Everyday.
Oh man. That means that my sleeping little person (Dru) had better start waking up at 6:30 everyday. Yikes. Does this mean I can ask Ev to not wake me up 6x through the night anymore too?
Dru's nose is like 2 beeswax candles when he sneezes, Ernie has been a pisspot, and Evelyn doesn't quite know what to do with a sore throat. It's pathetic and hilarious when she sticks out her tongue and coughs in this pathetic little cough. Her bowel habits have also been changing - she now seems to poop once a week - 3 days in a row, then 7 more days. Ick. And her farts have been pretty stinky for the last couple days so I'm pretty sure the lava's on its way.
Back to this morning. Ernie came into my room at 6:30, bright eyed and bushy tailed. Then demanded "Caillou" (which wasn't on yet today). Oobie was just fine. Since babygirl was still sleeping, I joined him on the livingroom and we cuddled for a while. Then, at about 7:00, I called for Dru. He didn't answer. 5 minutes later, I heard "MOM!" "WHAT!" I answered. "I pulled out my tooth!" Sweet. He came downstairs, all proud, and showed me his lower lateral incisor. whoop! He then said, "I finally have a gaping hole!" How hilarious is that!
So we made it through that drama, then on to dressing and breakfasting. Cheerios for the boys today. Dru wanted some peach cut up in his, Ernie did not. Herding cats might be easier than getting Dru out the door. "C'mon Dru - let's go!!" We had not made the bus this year in the mornings. Traffic dramas, kiddo drama, whatever drama. I got a notice yesterday afternoon that yesterday MORNING the bus stop would change - as in too late to have done anything about that morning, or even that afternoon. Fortunately I called the school to find out where I was to pick him up. I mean really!
I had in my mind that I wanted to leave the house no later than 7:45 -- the poking and prodding and pleading was finally working. Dru was downstairs, Evey was in her car seat, my coffee was made and in a cup - phew. Off we go. We arrived at the new bus stop - farther away - at 8:04. (the time we used to leave the house!) I asked if it was a fluke that she was so early. Nope. Everyday.
Oh man. That means that my sleeping little person (Dru) had better start waking up at 6:30 everyday. Yikes. Does this mean I can ask Ev to not wake me up 6x through the night anymore too?
25 August 2009
Dru's first day of First Grade!
Sissy is dressed for the occasionMiss Gottuso, his teacher
Mr
. Dru, all smiles for his first day of first grade!Little brother, who said, "Dru no go school. Ernie miss you too mut [sic]" Awwwwwwww <3
22 August 2009
random flowers in NYC
probably my favorite. I love the light in the middle of the flower when zoomed to 100%
05 August 2009
do I know anyone in the clothing biz?
I have an idea for a ladies clothing line. One that could be huge. Seriously, it's way cool. I'm not going to post it here for that reason. But if any of you know anyone with either a. venture capital to help make it a reality, or b. anyone in the clothing biz - retail or wholesale - let me know.
and, when the time is right, I'll let you know that you saw it here first, folks. :)
and, when the time is right, I'll let you know that you saw it here first, folks. :)
04 August 2009
more on food choices & options
I had a meaningful conversation in the peds office yesterday about sharing knowledge with parents - in a non-aggressive, informative way. It's my opinion that any pparent is looking for ideas and help, but almost never seeking advice. Regardless of who is providing the advice. That said, here are some of the things I've done with my kids to help them eat better - and to not be limited in their diet.
Snacks:
Dried fruits, nuts, graham crackers, yogurt, cheese (the real kind), celery sticks, carrot sticks, apple wedges, fruit in season, grape tomatoes (I find that they are less acidic), and crackers. When we go anywhere in the car, it's always with plenty of snacks -- always. The kids call it "adventure food."
Breakfast:
I offer non-sugared cereals, homemade oatmeal - with fresh fruit cooked in (my favorite is peach- tastes like peach pie!), eggs, fresh fruit in season, yogurt. When I don't have milk in the house, I offer yogurt on top of cereal, or even juice. Not what you expect, but unexpectedly delicious. And a different texture, which I think help makes kids more texture agnostic.
Lunch:
Sandwiches, salads, vegees, cheese (lots of cheese), milk, fruit - as pleasantly plated as possible! I love to combine things too - like bananas and peanut butter sandwiches or celery and peanut butter. Stuff you wouldn't expect.
Dinner:
Anything goes. Shrimp scampi - kids love linguini! Artichokes - boiled, steamed, grilled - any old way, fish baked, poached, broiled or grilled, salads with lots of ingredients and textures - and different flavor profiles. Arugula for bitter, pears for sweet and crunchy, cheese for salt, some sort of protein, some sort of cheese, nuts for protein, frisee and other leafy vegees for visual interest. Always visually interesting, and always as colorful as possible.
The kids help plant, take care of, and harvest the herbs and other stuff they eat - and they come to the market with us to pick their proteins and vegees. They love the farmers market. (and the farmers love them!) We also go to farms whenever possible for our produce. The kids love seeing stuff grown.
Bah, I digress. Again.
Snacks:
Dried fruits, nuts, graham crackers, yogurt, cheese (the real kind), celery sticks, carrot sticks, apple wedges, fruit in season, grape tomatoes (I find that they are less acidic), and crackers. When we go anywhere in the car, it's always with plenty of snacks -- always. The kids call it "adventure food."
Breakfast:
I offer non-sugared cereals, homemade oatmeal - with fresh fruit cooked in (my favorite is peach- tastes like peach pie!), eggs, fresh fruit in season, yogurt. When I don't have milk in the house, I offer yogurt on top of cereal, or even juice. Not what you expect, but unexpectedly delicious. And a different texture, which I think help makes kids more texture agnostic.
Lunch:
Sandwiches, salads, vegees, cheese (lots of cheese), milk, fruit - as pleasantly plated as possible! I love to combine things too - like bananas and peanut butter sandwiches or celery and peanut butter. Stuff you wouldn't expect.
Dinner:
Anything goes. Shrimp scampi - kids love linguini! Artichokes - boiled, steamed, grilled - any old way, fish baked, poached, broiled or grilled, salads with lots of ingredients and textures - and different flavor profiles. Arugula for bitter, pears for sweet and crunchy, cheese for salt, some sort of protein, some sort of cheese, nuts for protein, frisee and other leafy vegees for visual interest. Always visually interesting, and always as colorful as possible.
The kids help plant, take care of, and harvest the herbs and other stuff they eat - and they come to the market with us to pick their proteins and vegees. They love the farmers market. (and the farmers love them!) We also go to farms whenever possible for our produce. The kids love seeing stuff grown.
Bah, I digress. Again.
01 August 2009
30 July 2009
Ernie too! Ernie too!
After posting Dru and Evlyn, I felt "Ernie too" needed some blog time. His eyes continue to change, they look like they may end up brown - or hazel - but the blue is getting less and less every day! I just love this series!
Happy!
this was the start of estrogen fest 2009. She was so happy to be rid of her brothers for a couple weeks! She was happy to have them back, too.29 July 2009
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