Sorry it's been so long, I've been doing stuff and being lazy all at the same time. So same old same old.
School is now well underway and we're all falling back into a good routine and it's finally cooler out, yay!
About a week ago I went to help my Mom move all her worldly belongings into storage and she is now sharing A's room with him. I figure she'll be here as long as she's here at this point. So yeah 6 people, 1 dog and 1 cat can live peacefully in a 900 square foot house. Who knew?
Otherwise I don't have a whole lot to say. Life is what it is, everything is pretty much going the same as always. I'm happy, J is happy the kids are happy and the animals are happy. There you go.
So in short; school is back in, my Mom is living with us and we're all fine.
Cass :)
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
My son and his birthday(s)
Yup, my sweet boy, who I pushed shoved and needed assistance for getting into this world is now a whopping 8 years old. Yay! Sorry no pictures - the camera batteries died and I haven't gotten around to re-charging them yet so this one goes undocumented. Uh-huh, I'm a bad Mom.
Like with most things in life there is a story behind A's 8th birthday(s) - wondering about the plural? I'll explain in my usual long winded fashion:
A's birthday fell on a Friday this year so we decided we would celebrate on Saturday by inviting two of his classmates(chosen randomly from a list of 4 he could think of that he though would like to come watch Star Wars: Clone Wars with him) to go to the theater and watch a movie with him. I wrote a letter to each kid, they read:
"To: The Parent(s) of Invited Kid:
My son A would like Invited Kid to join him in watching Star Wars: Clone Wars on Saturday September 13 at the theater to celebrate his 8th birthday.
Due to budgeting only Invited Kid and one other boy has been invited. I need to hear back from you as soon as possible so a replacement guest can be chosen if Invited Kid can’t come. The boys will be coming to the house and my husband will take them to and from the theater.
When: Saturday September 13th at 11am
Where: Our House
Why: To celebrate A’s 8th birthday.
Please call me to confirm as soon as you can. Our phone number is ###-###-### or you can e-mail me at email@isp.ca
Sincerely, A’s Mom, Cass"
I thought that was perfectly clear - no one called. I asked A to remind his guests to remind their parents to call - no one called. I told A on the Wednesday before his birthday that it looked like no one was going to come and he seemed okay with the idea of just going to the show with his dad. I wasn't very happy though. A seemed a little bummed on his birthday though(the Friday)because even though it was his birthday nothing was going to happen. One of his guests had told him he had lost the invitation and so his family couldn't call, the other just never called, period. To cheer A up I called J at work and suggested he pick up McD's as a surprise dinner and we give him his gifts from his Nana on his actual birthday. I baked a cake. A was cheered up and we all had a lovely evening.
Saturday came and no kids showed up so A invited his big sister and he and J and K all went to see the movie which they enjoyed. When they came back we gave A the rest of his gifts(all pretty much Star Wars stuff) and he had a good day. So two birthdays, kinda, and no guests.
I'm still mad though - go figure - and the chocolate cake gave me a headache all last night and a good chunk of today. I guess A is fine though so that's the important thing. There is other news but I will cover it in a separate post, later, when I'm not feeling so tired and grumpy.
Cass :)
Like with most things in life there is a story behind A's 8th birthday(s) - wondering about the plural? I'll explain in my usual long winded fashion:
A's birthday fell on a Friday this year so we decided we would celebrate on Saturday by inviting two of his classmates(chosen randomly from a list of 4 he could think of that he though would like to come watch Star Wars: Clone Wars with him) to go to the theater and watch a movie with him. I wrote a letter to each kid, they read:
"To: The Parent(s) of Invited Kid:
My son A would like Invited Kid to join him in watching Star Wars: Clone Wars on Saturday September 13 at the theater to celebrate his 8th birthday.
Due to budgeting only Invited Kid and one other boy has been invited. I need to hear back from you as soon as possible so a replacement guest can be chosen if Invited Kid can’t come. The boys will be coming to the house and my husband will take them to and from the theater.
When: Saturday September 13th at 11am
Where: Our House
Why: To celebrate A’s 8th birthday.
Please call me to confirm as soon as you can. Our phone number is ###-###-### or you can e-mail me at email@isp.ca
Sincerely, A’s Mom, Cass"
I thought that was perfectly clear - no one called. I asked A to remind his guests to remind their parents to call - no one called. I told A on the Wednesday before his birthday that it looked like no one was going to come and he seemed okay with the idea of just going to the show with his dad. I wasn't very happy though. A seemed a little bummed on his birthday though(the Friday)because even though it was his birthday nothing was going to happen. One of his guests had told him he had lost the invitation and so his family couldn't call, the other just never called, period. To cheer A up I called J at work and suggested he pick up McD's as a surprise dinner and we give him his gifts from his Nana on his actual birthday. I baked a cake. A was cheered up and we all had a lovely evening.
Saturday came and no kids showed up so A invited his big sister and he and J and K all went to see the movie which they enjoyed. When they came back we gave A the rest of his gifts(all pretty much Star Wars stuff) and he had a good day. So two birthdays, kinda, and no guests.
I'm still mad though - go figure - and the chocolate cake gave me a headache all last night and a good chunk of today. I guess A is fine though so that's the important thing. There is other news but I will cover it in a separate post, later, when I'm not feeling so tired and grumpy.
Cass :)
Monday, September 08, 2008
Being wrong and Knowing limits.
I am very foolish - B is back at the rescue he came from and I have come to the rude(and rather late) awakening to the fact I am currently at my person limit.
3 kids, 1 dog, 1 can and a house I can deal with, barely. Adding B was a huge mistake and now I have to spend the rest of the month explaining to everyone that I'm a big failure and dumb to boot.
So now he's looking for a home again - I sure hope he does better with his next one because I was sure a mess for him.
Cass :(
3 kids, 1 dog, 1 can and a house I can deal with, barely. Adding B was a huge mistake and now I have to spend the rest of the month explaining to everyone that I'm a big failure and dumb to boot.
So now he's looking for a home again - I sure hope he does better with his next one because I was sure a mess for him.
Cass :(
Friday, September 05, 2008
Bringing Home B - our first night and day.
Night One
After waiting at the shelter for almost an hour B finally was handed over to us all neutered and everything. Since I had been told and read that it's best to treat an adult rescue as I would a puppy I plan on spending at least the first week sharing a room with B at night. So now I am camped out in my son's room - he's up in his loft bed and I am on a mattress on the floor. The things I'll do for a doggie family members!
B so far: First thing I noticed is that he appears to be quiet, not a barky dog. That may change once he relaxes a bit.
Second thing is that he is very nervous/uncomfortable and can't seems to relax. He spent half the night standing next to my bed breathing on me! I wouldn't mind so much but it's hot here anyway and that didn't help. He did unbend enough to go lay on the bed I had put out for him a few times and I'm pretty sure he was licking his stitches but I was so tired by that point I was just glad he was laying down!
S also was a pester whining at the closed bedroom door because her dog buddy was being kept from her /sigh/ I only had to speak to her a few times. I also put B out every 2 hours or so during the night 2am,4am and 6am. Both dogs are currently outside now but being quiet so I figure all is well. They've given me time to post anyway.
So the journey starts - he really does have a beautiful temperament even wound up like he is right now I can see it. What a wonderful addition he is going to be! Any suggestions on how to make him comfortable would be great - I'll be taking both dogs for a walk once it's light enough to see.
Day One
B actually lay down 4 - 6 times today for short periods! At one point I swear he was falling asleep on his feet - his eyes slowly closed on him and then his head drooped. It was too funny!
S&B seem to be getting along pretty well - he sometimes pins her but she keeps pushing and at one point she mounted him so I think they are slowly working something out, what that is exactly I have no idea. I sure hope he sleeps tonight because even though I napped I am still pretty tired.
Pictures:
The dogs coming up the back steps
Some nice shots of B, yes he does have yellow eyes:
Getting ready for me to throw that ball:
My 4 year old took some pics as well, I always get a kick out of how her perspective is totally different than mine. As unflattering it is to see my backside from that angle I had to include all the shots she took.
Best for last - one only a 4 year old could have gotten:
After waiting at the shelter for almost an hour B finally was handed over to us all neutered and everything. Since I had been told and read that it's best to treat an adult rescue as I would a puppy I plan on spending at least the first week sharing a room with B at night. So now I am camped out in my son's room - he's up in his loft bed and I am on a mattress on the floor. The things I'll do for a doggie family members!
B so far: First thing I noticed is that he appears to be quiet, not a barky dog. That may change once he relaxes a bit.
Second thing is that he is very nervous/uncomfortable and can't seems to relax. He spent half the night standing next to my bed breathing on me! I wouldn't mind so much but it's hot here anyway and that didn't help. He did unbend enough to go lay on the bed I had put out for him a few times and I'm pretty sure he was licking his stitches but I was so tired by that point I was just glad he was laying down!
S also was a pester whining at the closed bedroom door because her dog buddy was being kept from her /sigh/ I only had to speak to her a few times. I also put B out every 2 hours or so during the night 2am,4am and 6am. Both dogs are currently outside now but being quiet so I figure all is well. They've given me time to post anyway.
So the journey starts - he really does have a beautiful temperament even wound up like he is right now I can see it. What a wonderful addition he is going to be! Any suggestions on how to make him comfortable would be great - I'll be taking both dogs for a walk once it's light enough to see.
Day One
B actually lay down 4 - 6 times today for short periods! At one point I swear he was falling asleep on his feet - his eyes slowly closed on him and then his head drooped. It was too funny!
S&B seem to be getting along pretty well - he sometimes pins her but she keeps pushing and at one point she mounted him so I think they are slowly working something out, what that is exactly I have no idea. I sure hope he sleeps tonight because even though I napped I am still pretty tired.
Pictures:
The dogs coming up the back steps
Some nice shots of B, yes he does have yellow eyes:
Getting ready for me to throw that ball:
My 4 year old took some pics as well, I always get a kick out of how her perspective is totally different than mine. As unflattering it is to see my backside from that angle I had to include all the shots she took.
Best for last - one only a 4 year old could have gotten:
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Why I love my home.
It's said "Home is where the heart is" and "Home is where when you show up they have to take you in.". All sorts of things are said about Home. I often complain(maybe not here,but I do) of things in my house that I don't like; the rooster border in the kitchen, the unfinished projects, the lack of space, the mess and many other things. What I sometimes forget to tell people is why I love my house exactly how it is, flaws,mess and all.
Recently K's grandparents(my ex's parents) were very kind and gifted us some furniture. Not only did they gift it to us but they hauled it out of their basement and drove it 5 hours down the road. Now part of this I am sure is because they want their granddaughter to have a nice living room where she can hang out with her friends(which she did last night). I am grateful anyway because I get to enjoy it as well.
I wanted to show off my new looking living room thanks to this furniture and the new area rug my dear man also bought. I also wanted to say more about the things I really do love about my house. I have to say that this house has been my favorite home of all. Now I know part of the reason for that is because I have a wonderful man who loves me and this is where he lived when we met. Another part is the fact I have brought home two brand new babies that were conceived in this house as an expression of that love.
One of the biggest reasons I love my home is that I have lived here almost longer than I have anywhere in my life(there is only one place I lived longer). Ten years of my life has been held in the walls of this home. Ten years of love and joy and only a little bit of anger and suffering. Only someone who knew more about my past could understand what than means to me. I have been happier here than anywhere in my whole life! I have grown here and I have learned here but most importantly I have loved here better than any other time in my life.
This is my home and it is the best expression of my heart I can think of. Not perfect and shiny and clean but comfortable and cozy and warm.
This is my home:
Things I love about my Home:
My front screen door:
My new living room:
The view from my spot:
My mudroom:
My Children(represented here by my youngest daughter):
My Puppy:
And because of my puppy, my back yard:
It may not look like much to anyone else, it's small and my family is kinda big with three kids, two adults, two dogs and a cat living in the 900 square feet we call home. It's not perfect but then I have a lot less stress than I would if we were an a new, perfect house. It's often messy and loud and covered in animal hair but it's also often friendly and comfortable and clean too. I love my home and can think of nothing better than to live here always, until the day I die.
This is Home for me.
Cass :)
Recently K's grandparents(my ex's parents) were very kind and gifted us some furniture. Not only did they gift it to us but they hauled it out of their basement and drove it 5 hours down the road. Now part of this I am sure is because they want their granddaughter to have a nice living room where she can hang out with her friends(which she did last night). I am grateful anyway because I get to enjoy it as well.
I wanted to show off my new looking living room thanks to this furniture and the new area rug my dear man also bought. I also wanted to say more about the things I really do love about my house. I have to say that this house has been my favorite home of all. Now I know part of the reason for that is because I have a wonderful man who loves me and this is where he lived when we met. Another part is the fact I have brought home two brand new babies that were conceived in this house as an expression of that love.
One of the biggest reasons I love my home is that I have lived here almost longer than I have anywhere in my life(there is only one place I lived longer). Ten years of my life has been held in the walls of this home. Ten years of love and joy and only a little bit of anger and suffering. Only someone who knew more about my past could understand what than means to me. I have been happier here than anywhere in my whole life! I have grown here and I have learned here but most importantly I have loved here better than any other time in my life.
This is my home and it is the best expression of my heart I can think of. Not perfect and shiny and clean but comfortable and cozy and warm.
This is my home:
Things I love about my Home:My front screen door:
My new living room:
The view from my spot:
My mudroom:
My Children(represented here by my youngest daughter):
My Puppy:
And because of my puppy, my back yard:
It may not look like much to anyone else, it's small and my family is kinda big with three kids, two adults, two dogs and a cat living in the 900 square feet we call home. It's not perfect but then I have a lot less stress than I would if we were an a new, perfect house. It's often messy and loud and covered in animal hair but it's also often friendly and comfortable and clean too. I love my home and can think of nothing better than to live here always, until the day I die.
This is Home for me.
Cass :)
Monday, September 01, 2008
Our new dog comes to visit!
Yup - our new boy(who will be home for good on Wednesday night) came by for a home visit today for 7 hours. I know I should have taken more pictures, these were the best I had.
Here he is - in my kitchen :)
I tried to get more shots of the two dogs together but B was very nervous and wouldn't stop moving.
S was a bit stressed as well, it's been a busy weekend for us having T for two days and a night and then B coming to visit so we were all a little tired. Here she is getting some comfort from J.
The kids were happy to play with B & S outside though and B loves to play fetch.
All in all a great visit and then I walked the two dogs back to the shelter and said bye to B until Wednesday night. The lady that runs the shelter is very happy that we like B and are taking him. I am happy to give such a happy doggy a loving home.
Cass :)
Here he is - in my kitchen :)I tried to get more shots of the two dogs together but B was very nervous and wouldn't stop moving.S was a bit stressed as well, it's been a busy weekend for us having T for two days and a night and then B coming to visit so we were all a little tired. Here she is getting some comfort from J.The kids were happy to play with B & S outside though and B loves to play fetch.
All in all a great visit and then I walked the two dogs back to the shelter and said bye to B until Wednesday night. The lady that runs the shelter is very happy that we like B and are taking him. I am happy to give such a happy doggy a loving home.
Cass :)
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