2013 Milestones

  2013 has some big milestones in store for us Webbers in the few weeks and months.  I think they will affect me more than others.  Firstly, Erinn will be turning 3.  Nothing big to you the reader, but to this mommy it is.  She's my last "baby" and May 17th there will be no more "toddler" in this household, a young preschooler will have emerged.  Along with the change in age status the young lady will be transported into the "big girl" bed that mommy has been dreading for awhile now.  I have tried to avoid it for as long as I could but alas..this too shall happen and mommy can do nothing about it! 
  Another biggie - The count down is on for the end of June..for I have been gently reminding my heart and my mind!!! I have to get them "warmed up" for the emotions they will be in for when our eldest will be done at a school he's attended for 7 years (since J.K)  He has had some great teachers, the small school atmosphere will surely be missed and most of all the short distant walk he has to and from school has been a real treat.  It's almost an end of an era in the Webber house, the DCB school era (well, until Erinn starts J.K Sept. 2014) don't get me started on those emotions.  A preschooler, middle school, big girl bed..fine bring it on...but why the big 4-0 too? 
  August cannot be far enough away!! I have cancelled Aug. 23rd.  I have seen, read and been told "it's just a number"...but when it's upon me that number is gonna suck..no Ifs, Ands or Buts. I am sure I'll bounce back the day after, I hope!! Oh heart and mind..are you ready?? 

Will never forget the look on his face :(

An experience I had today, I will give no more details but it was one I will never forget!!

The look on his face was devastating.
The look on his face said it all.
Never again will I put him in that position.
Never again will I have the gall.

 

Lee-Ann

To the germs who keep me awake at night!!

To whom it may concern:        
  Salutations Mr. or Mrs. or Ms. Germ(s) that have invaded my precious and good sleeping toddler.     I will try to be nice (as in my opening of this letter) but its pretty hard when your going on minimal sleep. I like my sleep germs, you do not want to mess with me after 2 nights of very little sleep, all because of you and your germ games.  When my toddler who cannot fend for herself or blow her own nose and can't breathe through it, gets upset, can't get comfy or fall asleep, the more and more I hate you.  Needless to say we don't want you, be gone, go and invade someone your own size.     Thank you. 

This toddlers mommy!!

MARCH BREAK, HOW DO WE LOVE THEE, LET ME COUNT THE WAYS!!

  It has snuck up on us once again. That time of year when the teachers get a break from our kidlets and parents have to "entertain" in any way shape or form.  I am very proud of myself, I actually have 3 things planned for my family/kids to do this year, an Angry Birds pottery painting at Crock-a-Doodle on Monday, a playdate on Tuesday with good friends, Minecraft, Handy Manny, and Elmo... and RBG's chocolate exhibit on Thursday.  Even though I am a relatively organized person, in the past I would leave it to the last minute and all the fun stuff would be booked, also for a couple of years we didn't have a second car so home we stayed :(      I am excited, we get to sleep in a bit, no rushing around, packing a lunch, worrying if pants fit, how many times teeth were brushed and if homework is in the backpack.  But alas, I still have to figure out what to feed the picky 9 year old at lunch time anyway.   More excitement -  No HOMEWORK, an extra hour, give or take at night to catch up on shows, read a story, dance... 
  At this time of year I am a bit more thankful and reflective.  When I was 15, on the Wed. of my March Break, my best friend and I were hit by a car, just after getting off of a bus, while crossing the street to go to my home.  I thank our lucky stars that we are still here to enjoy our childrens March Breaks.  If you get to have the pleasure of being with your kids 1, 2 or all 5 days  have fun, sleep in and enjoy the time together.

For the love of....Organizing

  People who I meet to give organizing quotes ask me all the time "why do you like organizing"?  My reply, "Because I am good at it, and I enjoy helping others feel better about their home/office".  Another question I often get "doesn't this overwhelm you"  and my response "No, not at all, I know where to begin and within a few minutes of looking at clutter I can figure out my plan of attack, and believe me some places I have done, that was what I needed to do, attack!!  In my opinion you either have it or you don't.  I tell my clients there is no need to be embarrassed to need someone to help with organization.  I need help when I am sick, I go to the doctot to help me get rid of my cold...what's the difference needing someone to help you get RID of clutter? (unwanted items = unwanted cold). I have had a few jobs in my past, some I was good at and enjoyed (nanny) and other jobs not so much (Dairy Queen for 3 days).  I am not a corporate kinda person, I am too outspoken and opinionated for that, the gossip that goes on in offices, daycares...is not my cup of tea.  Being my own boss is where I have always felt I do better, that independant side of me (being an only child may have lots to do with that :)  My motto if you got it flaunt it and I am flaunting THERES A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING AND EVERYTHING SHOULD BE IN IT'S PLACE!!!

WHY IS IT??

Why is it, on occasion I try to got to bed early something always stops me?? (toddler wakes up, dog barfs, bodily functions...).                              

Why is it that I can be outspoken to a stranger but to family members I keep feelings bottled up??

Why is it when I have an opportunity for a great photo my camera battery is exhausted??

Why is it that my to-do list on my days off just keeps getting longer and longer??

Why is it so hard for me not to be untidy??

Why is it when your in a hurry there's traffic, you need gas or your car breaks down??

Why is it so hard to understand men?? (And vice versa, we aren't easy to live with all the time).

Why is it so hard for me to go to bed at a half decent hour??

Why is it so hard to see your children get older??

Why is it so hard to get ahead financially??

Why is it when your hungry there's nothing good to eat in the house??

Why is it so difficult for me to learn to cook??

Why is it so hard to get that damn song or thought outta your head?? (Especially in the early mornings when I am trying to go back to sleep).

Why is it not fun to listen to your parents talk about their ailments??

Why is it so hard to watch your parents get older??

Why is it I am addicted to my Blackberry??

Why is it I keep asking myself why??

LEWS' Bucketlist

I am not going anywhere anytime soon, if I can help it, but I think of these things... just in case.


- Travel to California (Hollywood) try see as many celebrities as possible and get autographs. 
- Meet Celine Dion, Michael Jordan and Stephen King in person.
- Have a children's book published.
- Overcome my phobia of heights.
- Have 1 or 2 of my nature pictures published.
- See Michael Buble and Adele in concert.
- Travel to New York (see celebrities again and get autographs).
- Be an audience member on the Ellen Degeneres show (prefer her 12 days of giveaways at xmas time).
- To go to Paris again (visit the Eiffel Tower again) and other places we didn't get to the first time. 
- Go to Disney World again (this time with Erinn since I was pregnant with her the last time)
- Last but not least make sure my kids are happy, healthy and taken care of.