Some Cute Conversation

So, spending every moment of the day with my cute, little, toddler man can be exhausting.

Most days it is difficult, draining, tiresome etc. But usually, by the end of the day, I just feel really blessed to be able to do it. Actually, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't stop whatever it is I am doing and just look at him with complete gratitude that he is here and he is MINE! I guess going 7 years without any luck at having a baby will do that to you! That is one perk from all the trials and stress I guess, SHEER GRATITUDE for every moment.

I haven't been doing much on this blog (I have done other "memory keeping" projects over the past year or so that have taken the place of this, but THIS year, 2012, I have kind of been dropping the ball on ALL things, altogether). Most days I haven't felt too guilty about it, but this past week or so, Brayden has been soooo super funny and quirky. He has been EXTRA snuggly and lovable and with his ability to talk improving, I am beginning to feel the need to jot down some of our conversations. Today, for instance, was one of those days where he spared no expense at making me smile! I figure I better whip out this new blog post in hopes of remembering it forever.

The conversation went something like this:

Me: "Brayden, what do you want to do today?"
Brayden (after thinking for a minute): "Go to Audrey's house." (Audrey is a cute lady in our ward whom I visit teach.)
Me: "Bray, we can't go today, she is sick."
Brayden: "Oh." (forlorn look on his face).
Me: "How 'bout we go to the library for story time?"
Brayden: "No, Mom. No story time."
Me: "Why not? The lady will read us a book and then they have crafts and games to play."
Brayden: "We have games here Mom."
Me: "Yes, but there are other kids to play with there."
Brayden: "I can play with you Mom!"

Um. . .and then I proceeded to pick my melted heart up from off of the ground.

He is quite possibly too sweet for his own good! Most days I just want to eat him. Doesn't help him too much either, when he spends the remainder of his time saying things like:

"I so love you mommy!"  or;  "You a cute little girl mom!"  or my favorite; "You my favorite mommy!"

Well Brayden, news flash: you are MY favorite little two-year-old boy and I SOOOOOOOO love you!!!!

PERK UP!!!

It is that time again. The new year! Time to refresh and DEFINITELY it is HIGH time for me to PERK UP!!!! Enough is enough and I have had enough of my excuses!

So, this year, I have made some resolutions. I made them very vague so it will be hard to "break" any of them. It is time for a change, no excuses style! So here goes. This year I resolve to:

1. Eat healthier
2. Complain less
3. Work harder
4. Get more done
5. Compliment more
6. Nag less
7. Love more
8. Worry less
9. Play more
10. Put family first

I can feel the change is in the air! I am planning to do so many awesome things with 2012! I sure hope I can keep up with it all. I am hoping to be better about posting things on here when I do. I am going to try to revamp this blog and make it more of a reflection of my goals, works in progress, steps toward a more balanced life. But hey, If I don't, I can also remember my secret resolution #11- Be patient with yourself.

HAPPY 2012 to all of you!!!!!

I am Blank Because

I saw this on the blog "Little Miss Momma" and it spoke to me. Not only were some of her answers exactly what I would say, but her idea of writing this stuff down has motivated me to do the same on this blog, even though I know no one reads it anymore:)
I am doing this simply for the therapy that I am sure it will provide!
So here goes.

I am weird because:

*I don't like milk.
*I make our family keep our shoes in the garage.
*I have lots of clocks in my house that are not set to the correct time.
*I need lots of weighty blankets or pillows on top of my legs when I sleep at night. (A single sheet or flimsy blanket will have me tossing and turning all hours.)
*I eat air popped popcorn with real butter and salt as a meal multiple times a week.
*I am taking time out of my busy life to do this random post.
*I prefer NOT to take care of a pet.
*I like to clean. A LOT. Sometimes I like to clean and organize more than I like to be outside of my house living life, doing other things that people would deem fun.
*I have a "purchasing random magazines" addiction.
*I don't believe that dishes are truly clean unless they have been through a dishwasher cycle.
*I don't get frazzled with all the crazy messes my kids leave all over the house but I DO get frazzled when I am asked to do something on the fly.
*I prefer to have fresh, clean air coming in through the windows, at least once a day, even if it is the dead of winter. Even if snow is falling.
*I would rather shop for home furnishings and home accessories than clothing, shoes or purses yet I do not enjoy the process of decorating a house.
*I would rather scrub a MILLION toilets than blow dry my hair or fiddle with makeup and I am secretly jealous that boys can just "shower and go."
*I would rather watch an entire season in 3 nights on DVD than watch a show weekly.
*I procrastinate finishing every single project I begin, no matter how excited I am about it.
*I don't like adult feet. I mean, I appreciate what they do, but I get creeped out looking at grown up people's feet. I think all feet are ugly unless they are tiny (like age 3 or less).

I’m a bad friend because…

*I sometimes take days to check my voice mails.
*I am terrible at returning phone calls.
*I have trouble committing to activities and play dates until the last minute.
*I always say what I’m thinking.
*I am a home body and like to keep to myself.


I’m a good friend because…

*I would give any friend of mine the shirt off my back if need be.
*I do not hold grudges.
*I love my friends' kiddos like they are my own.
*I am your friend for life if you have ever even said one nice thing to me. I don't delineate between friends. I would do anything for any of them.
*I’m not afraid to get silly and slap happy.
*I always put my friends' concerns and care before my own.
*I am a home body and like to keep to myself but LOVE to have people over and USUALLY can be talked into leaving to do something fun!

I’m sad because…

*I wish my family lived closer.
*There is too much crap that goes on in the world that messes with people's lives.
*Brayden is sporadic with taking naps lately and his babyhood is slipping away.
*My kids are growing up and I know they will only be in my complete care for a short time.
*I sometimes let little things get in the way of the big picture.
*I am not living in the warm, fun town that I love.
*I am not teaching this year.
*I have lost the desire to do a lot of the fun memory keeping projects that used to bring me such joy and satisfaction.
*My stupid body won't let me have any more sweet children.
*Not everyone I love has all the comforts and joys that I have.
*I never feel like I can get all the things done that I want to.
*I miss my St. George peeps.
*I know this snow will be sticking around for at LEAST another 6 months.

I’m happy because…

*Of the many awesome people that have come into my life since we moved here.
*I have a new, fresh and clean house that is easy to take care of and warm.
*I FINALLY enjoy cooking!
*It’s that time of year when we can play Christmas music and cozy up with hot chocolate.
*My kids are thriving and healthy and doing well in school.
*Life is more simple here in this small town.
*I have a perfect view of the sunset each evening.
*I get to hear Brayden's sweet baby voice all day long and snuggle with him whenever I please (which is almost constant).
*We’re going to be visiting family and friends in Utah very, very soon. I can't wait!
*I have a perfect view of the sunset each evening.

I’m excited for…

*Black Friday and the exhilarating feeling it is to get all my Christmas shopping done in one morning!
*The new family pictures that will be in my hands within the month!
*Cousins laughing.
*Turkey eating.
*Game playing.
*Movie watching.
*Family time.

So, there it is. I find it interesting that my "weird" column is much larger than all the rest! I thought of MANY things that make me weird. I could probably think of many more actually. I guess I am glad that I have people who love me despite my weird quirks. Life is good.