9-21-10
I really wish I would stop hurting myself. LOL! I managed to sprain my ankle getting out of a lawn chair on Sunday and after walking a whole bunch on it Monday, I found myself sitting with ice on it last night. It feels better than it did, but it hurts.
My weekend was good, but man it flew by. I am a little bummed that this is my last three day weekend for a while.
Soccer was fun. God help me, I love watching those soccer games. Bobby isn’t great, but it so doesn’t matter. I love the excitement, I love that the kids all seem to enjoy themselves. What is funny is that we are told to make sure to cheer for all the kids on both teams. I don’t really feel like this is a problem. I love cheering for all of them. I could watch the games all day.
It was our turn for snacks, and sine I am mommy overkill in my attempts to be the mom that everyone wants, I decided we needed cupcakes for the after game treat. And not just cupcakes. I had seen in the parenting magazine these cupcakes put in ice cream cones and made it look like ice cream. I loved it, so Friday night we went out to get supplies and we made these treats before the game. In all fairness, I made Ken do a lot of it since he is better at actually making these things. I just directed. LOL! He did an outstanding job, and the kids loved them. Hell, there were kids from totally different teams trying to get one. YAY!
After the game, the coach had brought a bunch of clothing that didn’t fit her kid anymore and gave it to us. Super yay! Tons of shirts that are practically new that fit the boys great, pants that even though a couple are too big, at least they can grow into those, some shoes that fit Dax perfect and were Transformers shoes, and one pair of underwear that I chose to toss.
As Saturday progressed, Dax’s cold got worse. We had stopped by Target on the way home from the game and he was so miserable with coughing, he just kept moaning the whole time. It was awful. We got him home and even though he napped a bit in the car, he never settled back to sleep at home. We had given him some meds and it helped, but once they wore off, he was awful again. Poor kid. It was a long night, with him getting up every couple of hours. I am glad we opted out of bowling.
Sunday was mellow. Dax was feeling better, having gotten a little rest. Ken had a birthday party on Sunday, so the boys and I mostly just hung out in the yard. Bobby swam and Dax ran around. I opted to lie out. I started off in the pool, which was incredibly pleasant since I used my little raft. Luna decided to end that by jumping in and I decided perhaps I just needed the feel of the sun, no so much of the freezing water.
It was here that I injured myself. The chair that I sit in, this banana seat, is not easy to get in or out of. I never had much luck in this process, dating back to high school when I used to use one of these for tanning purposes. When Ken arrived home and I opted to go ahead and use this as a good timer for getting out of the sun, I attempted an incredibly ungraceful dismount which resulted in a yelp of pain, and me on the ground. My ankle was twisted poorly and I hobbled to the more stable chair.
Monday was the big Pre-K day. I found myself in a crazy mommy mode, trying to make sure we had everything in order. Of course, Ken and the boys just looked at me like I was on crack.
We headed to the school. Dax was so excited he ran ahead. Bobby took the opportunity of my being there to hold my hand. Such a difference in how the kids deal with school.
Since the classes started at the same time and the fact that I needed a pass to be on campus in Dax’s class, Dax and I went on to the office and Ken stayed with Bobby at the kinder drop off point. Dax and I walked into the classroom where his super wonderful teacher knew him before we even got his name tag.
I had Dax locate his folder and name tag out of the ones on the table so that he got used to doing things for himself in there. We then went to the rug where I sat on one of those tiny chairs I was sure would buckle under my weight, and Dax sat on the carpet reading books.
Have I mentioned how much I love this teacher? She is wonderful. I chit chatted with her a bit as others showed up. I even got to help her with the book. I felt like I was a teachers’s pet again. LOL! It was kind of fun, actually. She still seemed quite pleased with Dax, and with good reason. Seriously, this is not be just saying my kid rocks. My kid really does rock. He was clearly one of the more advanced children there.
Ken and I and all the other parents got to stay the first day, which was about 2 hours, just a hint shy of the normal amount of time that he would be there. Ken actually ended up sitting off in the corner, filling out even more school paperwork. He was allowing me the time to spend with Dax in each of the activities, which was so cool of him. Ken also knows that he will be the one who volunteers for class time so he will get to do this more often than I will. I got to sit while Dax used scissors, draw a picture, and I read him a book in the mini classroom library.
We then walked down to the playground so he knew where it was. We passed Bobby’s classroom. I was terrified that he would want to bolt out to us, but he did not, so this was good.
The last project we did was he got to decorate this little paper doll guy that he could make however he wanted. We as parents got to help with things like cutting out things for them and just having fun. Dax loved it. He really did. It was awesome.
The teacher then took time with each family and took a family photo and an individual photo of the kids. We talked to her a bit and found out things they need for the classroom. Turns out, we will probably just need to get 2 of everything. Her class and Bobby’s need about the same sort of things, which is cool by me. I look forward to helping.
She then told us really that class was over. Dax was PISSED! He didn’t want to leave. We headed out for the walk home and he announced that he was angry at both of us and he proceeded to walk 10 feet ahead of us. The whole walk home, he was walking with an angry purpose. It was awesome! He was so, I don’t know how to describe it. It was just so cool to have him so independent. I know he is going to be upset that he doesn’t go back until tomorrow. But I also know that when he gets to go, he is going to love it.
After pre-k, we took him to Maria’s since that will be the normal routine. I had considered keeping him, but routine is what we need right now. Plus, it allowed me to sit and watch my shows while Ken printed fliers.
When he was done, we set out to do a couple of errands. We stopped by Target to get conditioner (Ken had accidently picked up shampoo when we were there Saturday). It was one of those lazy visits since we had no kids in tow. The problem was, I am still not used to this whole needing to be at the school at 2:15. When I am at work, it is easier since I am in front of a clock. It was 10 till 2 when I realized we were in Manhattan Beach and needed to be at the school soon. Panic!!
We were fine, btw. We got there with time to spare. I did not get to walk to the school, but it was probably good since I was limping pretty bad by this point.
Bobby was at the front of the line this time, and holding the teacher’s hand. Not sure what this meant. We spoke to the teacher (who by the way, has softened quite a bit and I am not as skeptical of her anymore. YAY!) who told us about how she ended up getting lunch for most of the class today because no one had put money on their lunch cards. Mind you, Bobby brings his lunch. He had eaten in the cafeteria last week, when he should have only eaten his lunch. We were very confused. It was not a big deal, and Ken will put money on the card today, but we had to explain to Bobby about what lunch to eat. Look, it is all very confusing, so I don’t blame him. He may end up eating in the cafeteria from time to time. It is only a dollar, so not much, really. But man, I hate not being on the inside.
We got the teacher some hand soap, erasers and crayons so hopefully we stay on her good side. She seemed amused by the whole thing and was ok. Bobby was at the front of the line just because he got there first, so it wasn’t like he was in trouble. But man, I keep getting nervous for him!
We went to Costco, which was cool. I love it when it isn’t crowded, and there are gobs of yummy samples. Bobby was in heaven. LOL! I even had some coffee, which was quite tasty. I might have to do some coffee as the weather gets colder and the office is freezing in a month or so.
Ken did homework with Bobby last night. We are going to trade off each night. I spent some time with Dax (who will also have homework starting next week) and it seemed to be a good time. We have a table that needs to be sanded down and we were going to paint it for the homework table. I might just stain it, not paint it, but either way, it will go in the play room. Perhaps at some point on Sunday I can work on that. Saturday is busy with it being picture day and a game day. I have so much to do, but there are days when I am so unmotivated.
Bobby proved to me that he is my kid. He asked me on Saturday if we could take a walk in a cemetery.
It looks all gloomy outside. I love it! I am really looking forward to winter. First day of Autumn is Thursday.
Sharktopus is on this weekend. How excited am I???
Bobby can’t seem to settle in on what he wants to be for Halloween. For a while now, it has been General Grevious. I found the costume and can order it, but I would imagine it needs to be soon. Then last night he decided he wants to be Iron Man. Easier costume to obtain, but incredibly common. Of course, it is up to him and if that is what he wants, I will grant him said costume. I just wish he would be more original. LOL! I may just need to take them to the Halloween store and have them pick it out while it is in front of them. Dax has no idea what he wants to do. He changes per costume sees. LOL!
Ken is going with his geek buddies to go see Scott Pilgrim today. I am excited for him for a couple of reasons. They are getting to see an awesome movie. Second, it is good for Ken to get out of the house with friends that are not me. They are supposed to see it at Downtown Disney, which means they can also hit up the Lego store. I am hoping they hang out a bit, too, and maybe do dinner, but I have a feeling they won’t stay that long. Either way, good time!
Vyerah just asked me if I am out at all for the next month. She is asking to have me on her testing team for the new system. Woo hoo! This is a huge honor and responsibility. I may even have to do some work from home (yeah, cause I need more work to do). Either way, I am so game. It means I am forced to be good about not missing work. LOL! I like this incentive. Plus, it looks good for me. Hopefully the boss recognizes this.
I am sad to say that 90210 is letting me down. I watched the season premiere yesterday and of course, the campy, clearly fictional account of these high school kids was still there. There were things, though, that bugged me. Specifically the freaking cameo from the Kardasian sisters. I yelled and screamed at the tv on that one. Look, I know it is a stupid show and full of crap, but this kind of stunt casting just annoyed the shit out of me. Minor, but I was pissed.
On the plus side, Parenthood came back, and damn, that is a good show.
Why does my pinky nail always seem to grow the best? Is it making up for the fact that my pinky toe nail sucks?
I have just agreed to attend this webinar with Maryann that my company is putting on for nutrition advice. Sure, it might be nothing new, but what the hell, right? Besides, it is good for me to do other things outside of my routine. So I guess I will post this now!
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