Ridiculosnesses of life

Don't worry all, I'm pretty sure 'ridiculosnesses' of life is a real word.

So the other day after a long day, I was rubbing my neck and felt something stuck to my neck. So I went to take it off, which hurt a little because it was stuck to the tender parts of my hair. I couldnt' tell what is was, so upon taking a closer look, it turned out to be a BOOGER! And not mine either. Ah, to have kids with a runny nose. Shyla said this was nothing to whine about. I think it's disgusting. She said, I could easily flick it off and get on with life. hmm

This morning I had to laugh at my life. Danny and Annie both sick and in bed with, not that that matters for Danny, he's always in bed with us, Eddie and I are always trying to get as much sleep as we can. So as not to disturb the children and make sure they are comfortable we have gained some ridiculous habits. Like this morning, Eddie and I were both at the FOOT of our bed, huddled together practically in a fetal position whilst Annie and Daniel were laying on our comfortable pillows, taking as much room as they want.

Our little Annie has not been feeling well. It's kinda a joke that she is spoiled and gets whatever she wants. She is kinda prissy. So this morning, I was sleeping in because Danny was up every 40 min. or something last night, and Annie came into my room 2X. So being the great mother that I am, I got up to see what she needed. I followed her to the couch where she said "I need a pillow." I said, "Annie why didn't you just get your own pillow?" So I got her pillow, then she said, "I'm cold, I need a blanket." I should have anticipated this, but still. It actually leaves me speechless.

snow, Snow, SNOW!!!

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I know we are not the only ones who enjoyed the snow in Mesa!! Ok, well you did have to travel a bit to get to real snow, but still. It was awesome. Over the break we went to Mount Ord. There was a small hill that we played on for a bit. Are you wondering why there are only pictures of Annie? Everyone else only lasted 10 min. and they were huddled in the car. Ridiculous I know! Annie however, we had to pull her away. She had so much fun sliding down that little hill and I admit I had a good time as well. Esp. with Robert pushing us down the whole way (crazy Robert). And we got pushed on a real sled, not the lid, if you were wondering.

Swinging from the tree

We have this awesome tree with a rope in the front. The kids have never played much with the rope much because it was too high for them. Recently, they have been creative and this is what they have come up with. (I'm so proud!)

First you have to roll the garbage can over, then climb up anyway you can, because I'm not going to help do such a crazy thing.


Then you wait patiently for someone to toss you the rope, sometimes this takes a long time. Don't be fooled by the pictures, it's a bit higher than you think.


Then off you go.

McCormick Park with Aunt Shyla

My sister Shyla likes to do fun things with the kids. She heard about McCormick Park in Scottsdale by where she lives does this cool train ride in Dec. and wanted to buy tickets for the kids to go. So we went. It was really fun. While Shyla and I were waiting in line, Shyla got htem tickets to ride the carousel too. When Eddie told me some of the kids were all scared, it made me glad my kids weren't wimps (btw, if you are reading this and your kid cries on the carousel, I dont' think he's a wimp) Where is Johnny you might be asking, he got an offer to spend the weekend with Jackson, Rusty's son, and just couldn't refuse. But he missed out!! The kids had a great time! Whoo hoo!