Busy …
The kids and I have been going, going, going all week. Not a single day of rest and this mom is weary! It has been a fun-filled week with playing, hiking, books and snow filled walks.
Oh we even witnessed a kid slip into a partially frozen creek! I loved the moments that followed, as the mom attempted not to giggle (we had been giving warnings that were on deaf ears that he was too close to the water!) It cut our hike a little short but all the kids that witnessed the fall listened REALLY REALLY well after … hehe! No one was hurt, but a lesson was learned … “Always ALWAYS listen to your Mommy!”
I have completed a couple blog designs too. Meaning, not only has my parenting time been full, my “down-time” has been full as well. See we went to talk to the bank about a mortgage and “the man” would give us “the money”!!! We still cannot actually afford to buy and maintain a house, but we are one step closer! Weee!! <—me squealing with delight!
Anyway, I am the budget gal. I take care of all of finances, so I can cut back the spending however there are only a few ways I can make money for the cause, all the while still parenting the way I want to.
It is a tough balance. Yet the blog designs gives me a little play money which is way nice. Plus geeking it out and being creative makes me happy.
Oh … “They” are talking about writing off our car!!! ARG! So we might be buying another car way way before we were planning on it. Any suggestions on a fuel efficient, inexpensive, roomy for four plus a cat, car … are welcome. We will know more Monday but plan on browsing the car shops this weekend just in case.
That is IF this winter weather cuts out of here. Ummm didn’t spring start like last week? It is snowing like crazy out there…Since this morning! The kids and I walked to the library and we soaked when we arrived there and then home. It was fun and not too cold, so a good hearted adventure.
I hope everyone has a great weekend. I hope to finish up a couple books (that I want to share my thoughts on with you) and do some yummy cooking … some ham, corn chowder is on the menu for sure this blustery weekend! I also hope to catch up with you all .. I hate when I get this far behind in reading blogs … I miss you.
March 28th, 2008 at 8:34 pm
Sounds like a fun week! Enjoy your weekend - hope you get lots of time to cuddle!
March 28th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
A house! Wow! So exciting!
And you’re busy, so great :-). Although the kid in the creek, well, at least all he got was cold and wet.
You know I love my Prius. Megan couldn’t get another one after her accident, because apparently even used, they “maintain their value.” ;-). She got the Civic hybrid instead, but I’m not sure there would be room for 4.
Get something with butt warmers if you can.
March 28th, 2008 at 8:45 pm
Yeah, spring weather can start any time.
Sounds like good times at your place!
March 28th, 2008 at 9:17 pm
I have been away for a long time–love your new look!!
March 28th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
Ack, Ethan is still getting cuter.
Car shopping I have no advice on, we need a van atleast as my DH is a little on the tall side. LOL
Have a great weekend.
March 29th, 2008 at 12:30 am
It sure sounds like you have been busy. I hope that your car pulls thorough. Car shopping is not very fun.
March 29th, 2008 at 1:05 am
I feel my days are full.
But I do nothing compared to you.
I would eat your corn chowder, btw.
March 29th, 2008 at 1:20 am
Full days are good days, even though very tiring. You do good work with your blog designs. I pray that God will work everything out so that you can buy that house sooner than expected.
March 29th, 2008 at 6:48 am
Sounds like you are having some fun! What great experiences for you all!!
i know about weather delay - it’s end of march and we’ve still got summer temps! (not trying to rush on winter though)
March 29th, 2008 at 8:28 am
Glad to see you are well…
I brought your header over to blogger…(am I crazy?)
Miss you…
March 30th, 2008 at 1:10 am
You have a great weekend, too! I would love to see your designs one of these days!
Sorry to hear about the car. I hate when stuff comes up like that!
March 30th, 2008 at 11:17 pm
hi chelle! i just gave you an award over at my blog! i hope you enjoy it.
March 31st, 2008 at 10:12 pm
I don’t know how you do it Chelle. Full time SAHM and you can even manage to design blogs! Good for you.
March 31st, 2008 at 11:06 pm
I remembered when you twittered about that. That is awesome about the mortgage - you can do it - I know you can!
April 2nd, 2008 at 10:01 pm
Has it been a year already? In that picture, Ethan looks so much like you.
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