And the marathon begins again!

Why does every weekend feel like a marathon?

I always have a ton of chores that need done and someone or something always seems to get in the way.

Scott is working most of today and then he is going to register for a fishing tournament that he will be in tomorrow.

Luckily, Aunt BB is coming to pick up Wyatt for a few hours so that I can get into town and get some shopping done. I HAVE to go today because I need to get stuff that Scott needs for tomorrow.

Wyatt's bag is packed . . . For the second time since he unpacked it once for me. He just needs a diaper change and to put his shoes on. Right now, he's watching Sponge Bob.

Last night he used the potty chair twice again.

I think it's time to put pull-ups on him during the day. Maybe we are taking another step forward?

So, today's to do list:

1. Grocery store
2. Wal-Mart
3. Wash sheets
4. Fold laundry
5. Upload more pics to Face Book
6. Unload and reload dishwasher
7. Change the light bulb in. Wyatt's tractor night light
8. Buy a new hat for Scott (story about it later)
9. Clean my kitchen
10. Go to the library
11. Shop for a new digital camera for Scott's parents. Apparently, my old one that I gave them is acting up again.

That should keep me busy today.

The Porno Chicken

Yup, that's what I said.

The Easter Bunny (Bawk, Bawk) brought Wyatt a basket of goodies on Easter.

One of the things he left Wyatt was this rubber chicken that you squeeze and it squeaks . . . think like a doggie chew toy kind of thing.

I have dubbed it the porno chicken because of the way it's mouth is open . . . it looks like a blow up doll.

See for yourself.



And, I think I am going to have to start collecting rubber chicken things.

I had one at my last job that someone gave me for Christmas. It was the stress ball version of the rubber chicken. Unfortunately, someone poked a whole in it's taint and it leaked these tiny little plastic beads out every time you squeezed it.

As I was getting ready to post this, I had a thought . . . maybe men who use the condoms in the previous post could use the porno chicken for their self-pleasureing needs.

At the Bigfoot

Ok, so those of you who know me well, know I stop at the BP on highway 37, north of Bloomington, pretty much at LEAST once a day.

Altho it is now BP Gas and Circle K Convenience Mart, I still refer to it as the Bigfoot since that is what it was when I started going there years ago.

So, much of what happens in my life refers back to the Bigfoot.

I've seen a truck catch on fire, people go into convulsions, people fighting . . . all kinds of things.

The other day I needed some medication on the way home. My sinuses were driving me insane. So, I stopped at the Bigfoot.

As I am looking thru that section, I see lots of things that I find funny or curious. I'll get to those eventually, but here's the one I was to talk about today.

Condoms.

First of all, who HAS to buy a condom at the gas station? I can't figure out for the life of me why someone would need to do so. But, that's neither here nor there.

What got me was one of the kinds that I saw. Keep in mind I wasn't shopping for them, but this one just jumped out at me.

I desperately wanted to take a picture with my Blackberry, but thought that would look odd even for me. I mean, can you imagine the look on someone's face as they see me taking a picture of condoms at the gas station?



So, I came home and looked them up on the internet. First, I had the brand name wrong, so it took some research.

But, here's the information on the www.lifestyles.com website for this particular item.
LifeStyles®
Snugger Fit

Designed to deliver the added stimulation and natural feeling you crave.
Ultra sensitive with a unique, natural feeling shape.
Lubricated for extra glide and enhanced sensation.
Natural color and odor free.
Convenient 3-count pack.

Ok, there are several things that I am wondering about this:

1. Who is man enough to go buy a "snugger" condom. To me, this equates a man with a small . . . well, you know. Now, I'm not disriminating against those size-challened penises . . . or is it peni? But, you have to be pretty ok with yourself to do this. I think I would just order them off the internet.

2. What the hell is a "unique, natural feeling shape"? If it's natural feeling, what's unique about it?

3. Odor free? Come on, it's RUBBER . . . rubber has a smell to it. And if it doesn't, the lubricant surely would.

4. Convenient 3 pack. What number in a pack is inconvenient? 1,000? And I read into this that you only need 3 because, unless you are particularly talented with that tiny willy, 3 would last you 3 women . . . get my drift?

5. And again, who the hell is buying condoms from the gas station?

My Cup Was Runneth Over

Well, not mine . . . and it wasn't run over.

But, a travel mug WAS sitting in the middle of the highway at the intersection of Hwy 37 and Tapp Road today.

The picture isn't great, because I was trying to turn left and watch traffic . . . and take a picture of the cup all at the same time. It's a wonder I don't wreck more often.

The Little (and Simple) Things

The other day I needed to buy stamps. I cannot tell you the last time I bought stamps. I usually do everything online . . . or use the meter at work and throw my change in the bucket.

But, I had to have some and I wasn't at work.

I just bought a book. Who knows how long it will take me to go thru 20 stamps.

But, as I looked at them today, I couldn't help but smile. They are a little (and simple) thing, but make me nostalgic.

I hate to write letters, but love to send cards. I love to include a picture with the card.

It made me think . . . what was life like before ATM's? I remember when ATM's were new and scary. But, I guess you had to remember to get cash out of the bank before it closed for the weekend?

And, it's been years since I have bought a roll of film. With a digital camera, I take way more pictures than I used to. And, they are easier to organize on the computer rather than sit in a drawer. But, there was always something exciting about picking up your prints and wondering what they would look like.

Now, I can share my pictres instantly with family, friends, the whole world because of the internet.

So, with change has come some great things . . . but sometimes I miss the little and simple things . . . like stamps.

Oh, and I'm a genius again . . . being in the shower is one of the few alone moments I have each day.

Today I thought of something amazing . . . why don't they have solar recharge panels on cell phones like they do on calculators? Surely we have the technology now?

Is that super-smart or what? How many times have you had to rush home or to the car to plug in your cell phone? This way, just the light in your office or home could power it . . . duh!

And I miss the little devil

So, today, I am back at work. I was relieved this morning to be back at work and into the old routine.

But, you know what? It just hit me that I miss him today. How sad is that? For two days I've complained because he's hung all over me . . . and now I can't wait to go pick him up.

I have no life.

A common theme

So, I have decided there is a common theme going on in my life . . . not getting things done.

Yesterday started out great. Although I got up late, I DID get Wyatt to the church down the road to hand off him off to his grandparents.

Then, I ran up to Wal-Green's and got my presicription picked up.

I came home and started the long (and tedious) process of uploading pictures and video.

Then, as I was getting ready to blog for the day, Scott called and said he wanted to me to come into town and have lunch with him.

So, I went into town and had lunch. I had just gotten home and started on a project that he needed me to do and Nana called. Wyatt was running a really high fever and he wanted me to come get him.

I stopped at Wal-Green's and got some fever and cold medicine (including suppositories)and went and got him. On the way back from her house, I called the doctor and they got us in for an appointment.

By the time we got to the doctor, the suppository had done its job, but he was still feeling yucky.

The doctor said it was probably just a bug and to keep an eye on him.

I spent the rest of the evening taking care of Wyatt and not getting anything else done.

I was really disappointed that a day I had planned for just doing stuff around the house got derailed again.

Today, I am back at work. Not sure if I am glad or not. Lots of stuff to catch up on, but at least I don't have a cranky 2 year old hanging on me.

He seemed to feel a lot better this morning. He actually drank a whole cup of Gatorade and a whole cup of milk which I think was more than he drank ALL day yesterday.

And, I'm awake . . . again.

This insomnia thing is driving me crazy.

Back to uploading pictures again, I guess.

Maybe this picture will put me in the mood:

I always like having people feel totally comfortable at my house, but sometimes it gets comical.

Wyatt went down for a nap one day, and Aunt BB fell asleep too. Note the chaos in the living room. Wyatt had been really playing hard prior to falling asleep.

Saved from the train wreck

I'm not sure how I did it, but I managed to not let Scott being home derail all of my plans.

Dinner is almost ready. We're having pork roast, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, homemade yeast rolls, deviled eggs and baked beans.

I also have chocolate chip & walnut cookies in the oven.

Wyatt's sheets are washed and his bed is remade.

Our sheets are washed, but I haven't made the bed yet.

Everything is laid out for Wyatt's evening routine when he gets home.

The laundry is all washed and dried, just not all folded again.

I have been uploading pictures all day to Facebook.

The trash has been taken out.

I need to scoop the kitty litter next.

I even did some billing for the construction company. Not a bad day at all.

My plan of action has been derailed

I was moving along pretty decent . . . and then it happened.

Scott came home to hook up the plow to the truck and deliver the truck to the guy who bought it.

And, then he said he was done working for the day.

I'm sure I won't get much more accomplished.

But, I DID get the bathroom cleaned, took out the trash, did a load of laundry, washed the sheets (they are in the dryer right now), unloaded and reloaded the dishwasher, cleaned my stove top, cleaned my counter top in the kitchen, transferred one of my prescriptions to WalGreens and asked to have it refilled, restocked the bottled water in the refrig., put extra toilet paper in the bathroom, and started the rolls.

We'll see if I get much more done.

I am happy to say that the woman took all 4 of the geese, not just the 2 we promised to replace. So, the geese are gone from my yard. YAY!

A TRUE Day Off

So, today is a TRUE day off.

Scott is at work . . . for now.

Wyatt is with Aunt BB.

I have the house to myself.

I am (once again) hoping to get some things done.

I need to get some pictures uploaded.

I have some minor housework to get done.

The dishwasher is already running. I will start the washer once the wash cycle is done on the dishwasher.

Yesterday, I needed to pack a bag for Wyatt. I decided it would be easier to pack it from the clean clothes that had not yet been put away.

When Scott saw me (and the couch) starting thru the laundry, he said we should wait until Wyatt was gone to fold laundry.

My response?

I'm not really folding laundry.

I think this picture of the couch tells a different story.

She has stolen my heart!

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I'm awake, might as well get something done

I was completely exhausted today. I took about a 2 hour nap today while Scott watched Wyatt.

Then, when Aunt BB came to pick him up, I put him in the truck and came back in to lay down on the couch and watch tv.

Apparently, I fell asleep for another 2 and a half hours. Now, I can't sleep.

So, I thought I would update the blogs a little.

Good morning! i think.

So, Wyatt didn't get up until about 7:30 this morning. That was good since we didn't get home until 11 last night. Wyatt was terrified of the fireworks. We actually were running so late getting to them that our friends called and said they were waiting to start them because of us. So, by the time we got there, I didn't have time to take any pictures of anyone. And, Wyatt was too scared to let me take any pictures during them.

He DID enjoy an orange Tweety Bird sucker tho. At one point, he decided to store it in my cleavage for safe keeping.

So, this morning I got up and fixed the boys some breakfast. They had hacon, eggs, fried potatoes and bread.

The washer has already run once and that load is in the dryer.

The dishwasher is running the first load of the day. I think there will be 3 loads.

The sheets need washed.

And I think I am really making the pork roast and cherry pie today.

Aunt BB and Big Al will pick him up today and he will spend the night and all day tomorrow with them.

Scott will probably go fishing with his cousin Pat.

And, I might actually get some things done today, maybe.

We're home, temporarily.

So, we got to see the new niece. She is too cute for words. I will post pictures tomorrow.

The geese have arrived. We ended up having to take 4 if we wanted any of them. So now we have 2 spare geese.

And, we are off to a 4th of July party that got delayed yesterday.

I am already exhausted.

Today's the day!

FINALLY! I am finally going to see my niece who was born in February. I have been up since 4:30 filled with anticipation.

Wyatt's bag is packed and he's dressed.

The two bags full of gifts (I bought the cutest set of barrettes yesterday too) are waiing by the back door.

I am dressed and ready to go. I even have a touch of makeup on.

The dryer is running.

I will start the dishwasher before we leave.

I keep sending Wyatt in to wake up Scott.

I am ready to go see that baby!

I will load pictures tonight or tomorrow. I can't wait!

It's a short trip . . .

To driving me crazy.

Yesterday I managed to get the dishwasher run twice and get the laundry done.

I made the cinnamon rolls and took them in to work.

I also managed to get some other stuff done. I took a check to the bank for Scott to be deposited.

I stopped in at Big Lots and bought some presents for my niece that I will finally get to see tomorrow. I bought her several toys, 3 or 4 new outfits and a fluffy pink blanket. Of course, I got Wyatt a couple of toys and new outfits.

I ran a quick errand for Trina and I got a haircut.

I still felt like I didn't get as much done as I would have liked to.

This morning, Wyatt is driving me crazy. I think he's allergic to me sitting down or finishing any one task. Every time I sit down or start to get something done, he suddenly has to have something.

I did get the dishwasher unloaded and another load of laundry done. For five minutes, all the dishes were clean and put away.

Now I am making those yeast rolls to go with the pork roast . . . Finally.

Wyatt is busy using the Dustbuster to clean up a mess he made. When he finally goes down for a nap, I am going to look up a cherry pie recipe. And, I am going to finish making my shopping list.

The rain has stopped us from doing anything outside.I guess that means no more work will get done on getting the pool set up.

If his dad doesn't get home soon, he may have to pick me up at the loony bin.

Anyone have a Valium?

And I am off!

It's nearly 9:00 and here's what the plans for today are:

1. Unload and reload the dishwasher - Done.
2. Laundry - It's washed, just have to put it in the dryer.
3. Fold laundry. - Not done yet.
4. Make cinnamon rolls for the girls at work today - Done. I am just letting the caramel glaze cool a little before I put it on them.
5. Have lunch with Trina.
6. Get my hair cut - the appt. is for 1:30.
7. Clean up my kitchen.

I have a feeling the cherries and yeast rolls will have to wait another day.

Scott talked to his Mama this morning. They are already in West Virginia. They seem to be fine so far.

I have a headache . . . as usual. And, my back and hip are giving me fits. But, I am not going to let that slow me down. I have too much I need to do today.

Wyatt is with Aunt BB today so I can get some work done.

If I had a nickel . . .

for all the things I didn't get done today, I might be able to afford a gallon of gas.

I did get the dishwasher run, but only once.

I got one load of laundry done.

And, I picked up a prescription.

That pretty much sums up my day. The little monkey hung all over me most of the day.

He DID take a nap this afternoon, but I napped with him since he got me up at 4:30 am to start the day.

Since I mentioned that Wyatt went with his grandparents earlier in the week to see his great-grandma (Mimi), I thought I would include a picture of her from last year.

Scott's parents leave for Virginia at 3 am. I'm nervous about them going this year. I can't explain why, but I am worried sick.

Wyatt will spend the day with Aunt BB tomorrow so that I can go into town and get some stuff done.

I Am NO Martha Stewart!

But, I am at home with Wyatt today so I might as well get some things done.

What's on my exciting agenda today?

Well, the dishwasher is running for the first time today. It will run at least once more.

I am making homemade rolls to go with the pork roast we're having for dinner.

I need to use up some cherries in my refrig too. Maybe I will make a cherry pie.

I will need to clean my kitchen after all of that.

I have laundry (as usual) to do.

And, if the child ever naps, I have plans to upload some pictures to facebook.

Exciting stuff.

Tomorrow is a different story. It IS packed.