Home Sweet Home

We had been in Iowa for a week visiting Melissa and Shawn and just got home last night around 7:30. What a week!! We had a GREAT time. She didn't know we were coming, so she was super surprised and I loved it!! We by no means had a relaxing week, but we had such a great time. I didn't want to leave, although the kids and I did miss Mike. I can only imagine how quiet their house is now with us gone. LOL They were probably ready for us to leave! We did all sorts of stuff. They have a merry-go-round and some swings in the yard, so its like a built in playground. Calleigh loved playing on the "round and round" and the "wings" all week. We played outside, went to church (LOTS), watched movies, and just hung out. Derek had so much fun playing the xbox with Uncle Shawn. They were on it everytime you turned around. I'm just so glad the kids had fun. I had a great time too visiting. I just wish we could have stayed a little longer. We made great time there & back though. Took us 7hrs and 45mins there. We made it home in 30 less minutes. Now let me tell you, it wasn't the greatest drive! Austin and Calleigh were at some point ready to just get out. Austin would be screaming his head off and Calleigh would be saying "I can't get out. HELP!!" But, we made it and we had a great time!! I'm just thankful they put up with us all week!! We missed them as soon as we backed out of the driveway. Tears and all.....but we will be visiting again!
So of course when we get home, we have no food, a semi-messy house and so much that needs done. Do the duties of a mom and housewife ever end?! Apparently not. On a good note, Calleigh has peed in the potty twice this morning already. YAY Calleigh. I brought her potty seat back up from the basement to try again. I'm at my wits end with this potty training deal. I think she is jealous that I change Austin's diapers, so she wants diapers too. Oh what fun! Well, off to the dentist we go with all 3 kiddos. Should be an exciting trip. Have a great day!

Exciting Weekend

What a weekend it has been so far! I took Derek to Six Flags yesterday. We had a great time. Derek LOVED it!! Spending the day with him was lots of fun. We rode all the roller coasters except for Mr. Freeze. We stood in line for about 30 minutes and got to the top (where in 4 coasters it would have been our turn), then they announced they were shutting down the ride due to the impending weather coming in. Are you serious?? After waiting for over 30 minutes?? But when we got outside, it was lightning. So, I guess all in all it was a good thing. I really don't want to be 100 feet in the air on a roller coaster and get struck by lightning. Of course I don't want to get struck by lightning anywhere else either!! So after that, we finally left the park. Then we stopped in Chesterfield and paid a quick visit with a "secret couple" that we were super excited to see!! By the time we got back to mom and dad's it was almost 11:30. Such a long day!!
So today was another big day. Austin went to church for the first time. He did great!! Fought sleep as usual, but he did good! Today in church there was the installation of a new member. ME!!! That's right, I'm the newest member of the Cutler Reformed Presbyterian Church. I gave my testimony to the session at the end of March, but had to wait because Austin couldn't be around so many people during flu/RSV season. That season is "basically" over now. There are still a few cases of it going around during the summer, but it's over for the most part.  I'm so excited to be part of the church family again!! And I'm even more excited to be able to go to church on Sunday mornings again!!
So, I may once again not be blogging for a few days. My computer is going to get looked at AGAIN!! I think it would be much easier to just get a new one. But I really don't want to spend the money for one! If it would give me another year or so that would be great! Well, I hope everybody (my 3 followers--hahaha) had a great weekend like I did!!

Friday, Friday.....

Well, once again it's a late night!! The kids are all finally asleep & in bed. Well, except for Derek who is crashed on the love seat. Today was an exciting day for me. I finished week one of the Ease into 5k workout that I've started. I know, I know.....it's only 3 day's a week. But hey, I did all 3 days and I'm super proud of myself. Starting the first day was the hardest part!! Not sure I'm ready for the change up in week 2, but I'm gonna do it! I went to some yard sales today with my cousin Mechelle (and of course Calleigh, Austin, and Mackenzie). We found some good deals mostly for the girls, but that's normal. Unfortunately I didn't find a double jogging stroller.....still looking for that one. It was very nice to just get out of the house and do something that didn't involve going to the doctor. That was my excitement for today! So this mama is gonna hit the hay cause we have a big day tomorrow planned!!

May 2

So today was day 2 of my running workout. I once again got up at 5:15 (UGH) and did my running. My run time was almost a minute better than my first day. I'm definitely glad for off days and letting my legs rest. I'm sure they will get used to it in time though. I have had such a long day. After I got back from running this morning, I showered, got Derek up for school, and started laundry. YUCK. I hate laundry. I have washed (and folded) 5 loads of clothes. Load 6 is in the dryer and it will be staying there until tomorrow! I think I still have about 3 left too! Did I mention how much I despise doing laundry? Tomorrow morning the physical therapist comes to see Austin. She is going to be very mad at me for not doing his "exercises" everyday. I really don't have an excuse. I just really hate being on the floor. LOL   Calleigh is still wide awake and it's 10PM. I'm totally beat. I hope she crashes soon so I can do the same!! NIGHT!!

Tuesday, Tuesday

Well, I did it. I got up at 5:15 on yesterday morning and did my first run. It was a workout, that's for sure! But I felt great after I did it! I did 1.91 miles. I was super tired the rest of the day from getting up so early though. I'm supposed to do it again tomorrow, but Mike may be going to the gym in the morning. If he does, I will have to wait until evening to do it. But I WILL do it tomorrow! My legs hurt pretty bad this morning when I got out of bed. Austin had his 9 month check up today and he weighed 17lb 5oz. He's such a chunk!! The doctor said he looks great and he doesn't have to go back until 12 months. YAY!!! I'm looking for a double jogging stroller, so if anybody knows where I can find a decent used one for sale, let me know. Thanks!! I'm gonna finish watching The Biggest Loser finale now! :)
My sister in law hit a HUGE accomplishment in her weight loss journal today also! I'm super proud of her for doing such a wonderful job and sticking with it! WAY TO GO!! I'M SO PROUD OF YOU!! Love you bunches!!
We have alot of people we know who are losing weight. Mike also is doing the ease into 5k workout. We have both lost weight, but aren't finished yet. My cousin and her husband are doing  AWESOME job also. I'm so proud of both of them also!! KEEP IT UP GUYS!! We are all inspirations to each other in some sort of way! Love you both & miss you!!