I Owe U

This is how I think I am going to start paying my taxes and bills going forward. I figure if the state of California can do it why can't I? I loved reading in the newspaper today that starting today the State of California will start paying the bills with I owe yous. Seriously?! I almost laughed out loud, because it really does sound so funny.

I am a proud resident of this state, but frankly I am tired of giving my money to them and having them mismanage it and then they want to raise our sales tax...which they did, and then they want to have us pay more taxes, which they will. Just because they can't do their job of balancing the budget. I know there are many things that contributed to this disaster, but a lot of it has to do with mismanagement.

Here is one more awesome idea that they have, all incoming elected politicians will have a reduced salary. What about those that are currently in office that helped mismanage the funds and got us into this predicament they don't get reduced salaries? So let's punish those that haven't even done any work yet? What kind of incentive is that? So now I will kindly step off of my soap box, sorry hope I didn't get anyone too sudsy.

Food therapy

It's true there really is such a thing and after visiting the Dr. today we discussed some of the options. Go figure the boy will eat limes, but he gags on anything that isn't pureed (baby food). We've tried all the introduction foods that help them transition to solids. Every meal we make attempts, and yet he still gags on watermelon, yoghurt's that have chunky fruits, cheerios, Gerber puffs, it's a little ridiculous. We even tried the little mesh things....that are frankly are a mess.

Momma called the Dr. and the Dr. said if by next month he can't eat big boy food we will be going to an occupational therapist to help him with his issues. Poor boy already has issues. Sorry hope it wasn't anything I passed down to you through the womb.

Anyone have any ideas, suggestions or stories.

Ever think you need food therapy?I do. Like why do I eat healthy all day and then come about 8:00 at night it's pure sabotage. It's like my body kicks into self-pilot and I pilot myself over to the cupboard and think I need to whatever is in there even if it's kids snack food. Then after I eat it I just beat myself up about it. Or how about those so undelicious (is that word, I think not) corn dogs that I made for the kids for lunch today and then decided I really need to eat one. Why, oh why, it's just doesn't feel right after you eat one of those things. Do they have food therapy for adults, cause maybe I need to attend.

keeping us laughing

Last night we were watching a show about the rain forest. The narrator gave us eye opening facts about the rain forest. We listened intently. Every second one acre of the rain forest is being burned, and the hundreds of species that will become extinct each day unless we do something to help it. After the show was coming to an end, we all felt a little more informed about the rain forest and it's environment, my clever little blue eyed 9 year old says...."Wow, I knew the economy was in bad shape, but I didn't' realize how bad it really is." Mark and I busted up laughing. And then we explained to him the difference between the word environment and economy. The thing about kids is they have the funniest things to say, not even realizing it. You can't make these things up. I try to remember the funny thoughts and saying., but I know I will forget so many of them.

My old man

40 is the new 30

enough said

island livin'

Bermuda

Amazed by:

View outside hotel balcony

Smitten with.....the old buildings and cobblestone roads.

sailed away......to see the festival of tall ships

It was the 4ooth Anniversary of the island of Bermuda and they had a festival of tall ships that came in from all over the world. Interesting to see the many different ships.

Frightened and intimidated by

Portuguese man o war, not be be taken lightly. While snorkeling we came across one of these and I high tailed it out of the water.

Charmed by:

The entire island was densely populated with brightly colored, beautiful homes. Couldn't decide on a favorite they were all so interesting.

Enjoying....the flour like sand, caribbean blue water and the sunshine

We took a walk above the beach and the views were absolutely breath taking.

So happy to be reunited with

Lots of love and thanks to my nanny team!

And really missed

Laker Fever

There is a little bit of Laker Fever going on in this house. These boys have been brainwashed by someone to love the Lakers. They have been watching the playoffs like crazy and are anxiously awaiting for the final playoff games.

Bittersweet

It bitter and it's sweet that this school year is rounding to the end. This is the first year that I can honestly say that all my boys had the best teachers. Really they did and I hate to see it end. I know that will never happen again. So how can you let a school year like that end without a few tears shed?

Kindergarten baby-(he's the one on the left of me) Except for I was the one crying like a baby at the kindergarten celebration as his adorable teacher said the kindest things about him. He got the Jolly Rancher award, because he was always so happy and "jolly" to be at school.

The guy on my lap well let's just say he is as busy and cute as ever and sometimes I find myself counting down to the day when he gets to go to school.

Next, the boy to the right of me....Middle school survivor. If you know this kid you know that he is as sweet as they come. He escaped the first year of middle school without any problems and he loved it. It's been fun watching him grow up and mature. Except for one problem. I discovered, when he brought home his gym clothes from the end of the year locker clean up, I realized he probably only brought them home twice during the year to be washed.....yuck!

Last boy on the right.....teachers pet. And he loved every moment of it. What do you do when your childs teacher tells you she is sorry but she probably accidently favored him all year because he laughs at all her jokes, and he looks and acts just like her own third grader at home. I said thanks for being a wonderful teacher and now make sure he gets the best 4th grade teacher for next year. Although he won't possibly be as loved as he was this year!

*sorry for repeat picture but I only have so many pictures of me with my lovely crew. And they usually only get taken on Mothers day or Easter. I think this was from Mothers day.