I feel like I've been a bad blogger lately, because I've been busy and sick and oh, did I mention busy? The kind of busy that never seems to stop, where every single weekend fills up, and we find ourselves just wishing we could stay home--just for one day.
But yet, we are out living life and that is never a bad thing, either. But tell me, friends, what's going on in your world? How was your weekend? Tell me something, anything.
As for me, I'm working a few fabulous Etsy giveaways. I love Etsy so much. Pretty much anything I buy these days comes from Etsy, except for makeup. I don't buy much makeup these days, though, because I own enougn makeup to have all of you over and do your makeup and not even make a dent in what I own (wouldn't that be fun?).
Tommy is growing in leaps and bounds. He's pulling himself up and cruising along the furniture. Every so often, he forgets that he can't stand and lets go, only to do a faceplant on the floor. I know someday, all too soon, he'll let go and stay standing. I'm not ready for that day. He crinkles up his nose and snorts at me. If I snort back, it only encourages him to do it more. I spend a lot of time snorting these days.
Luke is three and that's good and bad, but I'm learning to love and cherish the good. There is so much good. He is big and little all at once. Every morning, he bounds out of bed and picks out his outfit, then he proudly shows it to me. Sunday morning, I was trying to sleep in and my sleeping in went like this:
Luke: Mommy, look at my shirt!
Me: That's really nice. Go show Daddy.
Luke, two minutes later: Mommy, I brought you these ho-hos.
Me: Thanks buddy!
Luke, two minutes later: Here are your glasses, Mommy!
Me: Thanks!
Luke, two minutes later: Mommy, here's your book!
Me: Oh, I needed that.
Luke, two minutes later: Here Mommy, I brought you my moose to cuddle.
Me: Thanks Luke!
Luke, two minutes later: Mommy, here's a chocolate chip cookie. I hope you feel better.
Me: Sighs. Gets out of bed.
Shane was awake and downstairs through all of this, so I kind of wanted to strangle him for letting Luke come upstairs over and over, but also, Luke was being so sweet that it was okay that I didn't get the extra sleep I so badly wanted. Then Shane took him to church, and he proceeded to act like a three year old terror, but we went out for dinner and he was angel. Three year olds.
And finally, every time I am sick, my house falls apart. Last week was no exception. It is a disaster, and I really, really wish my husband would just cave and let us hire someone to help clean, but he puts his foot down. I love him so dearly, but it is absolutely maddening to me that we don't see eye to eye on this one little thing. So anyway, my house is really messy and when I go completely insane and end up crying in the corner, then maybe my husband will let me hire someone. But probably not.
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Every time I read one of your posts, I see a mirror of my own life! I, too, fought Barry for a L-O-N-G time for a cleaning person. Finally, he got it that weekends were spent cleaning rather than enjoying. It really made all the difference. Staying organized is "almost" easy when the cleaning is done. I can't describe the happiness of having CLEAN goin' on. Floors. Kitchen. Bathroom. And then I just have to MAINTAIN...
Oh, Shane... I really must beg for Erin here. I'm BEGGING. We figured out how to adjust $ here and there for that service. We had someone come in every other week... and I still have someone every other week. The cleaning becomes a MIND CLEANSE as well. I used this analogy with Barry... you know when you're shoveling the driveway all by yourself and each time you look up there's SO MUCH MORE TO DO... but when someone is helping you shovel, you look up to "WHOA! ALMOST DONE!" Hey, I know you guys get snow out there. And I know that "snow" gets piled inside, too. I have never felt as much freedom (well, that may be a slight exaggeration!) as walking into a house that I don't have to stop and clean... over and over and over. I just have to re-organize and maintain, knowing that it will be CLEAN again. Soon. It makes all the difference. I really, really does. Barry figured that out pretty quickly... and even now when he asks if we STILL need someone... I just give him a glance. The glance.
Ah, Erin. Enjoy your precious little miracles. If you can, ignore the thought of chores. But I do know how difficult it really is. xo!
Ok, I have so many things to say about this post.
You and Beth have me hooked on etsy too. I didn't even know it existed before I started reading you guys. My husband wishes it would have remained non-existent.
Your boys are too stinkin' cute. I could tell you a story of my 2 yr old nephew that may make you laugh at Luke's worst day.
It drives me crazy when my husband lets the dogs wake me up on the one day that he's home and I could get some sleep.
My uncle passed away last week and I was only home to sleep for 4 days. It looks like a bomb went off in my house.
When I was working, I begged my husband for someone to help me with the house. He finally relented right before I lost my job :). My advice is to keep bugging him, it's not as expensive as you might think.
Have a great day Erin!
With two little ones and work, you need to just TELL Shane you're hiring someone to come clean. It would be worth the money 10x over for you.
I totally understand. The thing I don't understand, however, is husbands (like mine, too) who refuse to hire someone to clean but REFUSE TO PICK UP THE SLACK WHEN (we're/you're/I'm) SICK. The first day I felt better last week, I took one look at the kitchen and almost crawled back into bed. Grrrrrr.
My friend Liz used to have a big problem with her husband, Adam, dropping things on the floor, like food while he was cooking or eating. So she made him clean the floors with her every week. As soon as he learned what hard work it was, he started cleaning up after himself whenever he'd drop anything. I think there's a lesson in there for us. :)
So I got a kick out of your post yesterday saying how you checked and rechecked to make sure you didn't send an email to a certain baby shower surprisee.. I'm that person that let's things slip out, I just can't be trusted!!
I'll be entering my 2nd trimester next week with my 5th child. CrAzY:) But my gosh this one is zapping all my energy.. i'm so lazy now! and let's not mention the pregnancy brain - HORRIBLE
like right there I lost my train of thought!! so so bad!
Spring break is soon, right? Hoping for a breather then. Also hoping today is a bright one for you!
Steph
Hmmm lets see whats happening in my world. Right now I'm busy ordering things for my new camera! Its month end at work which means I am working later this week, so I'm counting to hours till I can crack it open this weekend and start taking pictures!!
Hope you are feeling better....if I lived closer I'd come help you clean!
If anyone, three years old or not, early in the morning or not, brought me cookies in bed, they would be awesome. :-)
I had a dream last night that you were mad at me! I woke and felt really sad b/c even though we haven't met in person I do love you dearly and I would totally hate if I upset you. So, if I upset you, I'm sorry!
:)
My world. Oh, my world. We're sleeping training in a way that feels right for our family because the lack of sleep now seems like a habit and I want to fix it. Belly is happy, teeth are as happy as can be, bed is comfy---now sleep, child. However even after long talks with Matt, lots of reading, and the fact we never leave Milo alone to cry, I feel soooo sad and torn when I am sticking to my guns. His little arms reach for mama and I am saying no, not right now, settle for holding my hand. *cries*
But other than that, dear lord I love mommyhood. I love the kisses, and giggles, and cheek-to-cheek cuddles, and little fingers putting mine in his mouth. I. LOVE. IT.
And we got new windows in our house and I love them too because they OPEN. You know, like a window should. :) I felt very grown-up when they were going in like it just dawned on me I am an adult. Between marrying, and buying a house, and having a kid you'd think i would have gotten it. But no, nothing had the same impact as freakin window installation. funny, huh? Maybe i was just catching up in my life.
I think if there is one thing I need right now it's more close female friends. Especially ones who are mothers. I am the only mom in my close friend group and the only one who is going to be a mom so it's hard to relate on that deep level, you know?
I'm sorry about the house cleaning. Does Shane ever do all of the cleaning? We have a house cleaner once a month (off of Craigslist for half the price of company cleaners) and OMG what a difference. Thank god he and I saw eye-to-eye once we both realized how much time cleaning took.
Can you believe we've been online buds for like, 6 years or something? Wow.
Oh yeah, once upon a time you posted a link to an etsy shop with beautiful skirts. Maybe patchwork type? I need a skirt like that so badly. If you know what I am talking about would you mind sharing that link again???
PS- in the spirt of SHAMELESS self promotion, which I've been doing all day on twitter...tee.heee....
I am one of the current etsy giveaways! If you haven't entered already, go here www.julievisiondesigns.blogspot.com and enter to win a custion, handmade clutch! Ends noon on 3/10, so go quick!! :-)
I mean...that wasn't shameless at all....
You NEED someone to come at least every other week to just get the main stuff done! You are WORKING OUTSIDE THE HOME! Shame on Shane (unless he's willing to do at least if not more than 50% of the housework). :)
I love the nose scrunches. Love.
So ok, maybe before I poke Shane in the eye with a red hot poker we could talk to him about how you could be a better wife, mother, teacher, etc. if the house was cleaned by someone else.
You could be more sane.
Isn't your sanity worth $100/month????
I'm gonna poke him.
Esty giveaways? Oh I'll be here for those!! ;-)
Don't want you to have a mental breakdown but here's to whatever convinces your husband that it's okay to hire a cleaner! he he.
You Boys = Super Cute!!
My grandma told me that a messy house is the sign of a great mom.
I love you, feel better and don't give yourself a hard time ;)
PS Your new colors are gorgeous.
My kids go to me and say, "Good morning. I'm your alarm. Wake up."
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With my four year old little man (4 years old), morning are the issue. He would love none other than watch spider man all morning and casually eat his cereal. I am always there to "hurry up, we have to leave" to get to school/daycare. But this morning, he was an angel, got dressed, ate, headed out the door with his jacket on even. Then when we got to school, he told me he would try to be a good boy every morning. Oh, love him.....
Keep your head up, I am right there with you convincing my husband to hite out the cleaning, you are SO not alone.
I've had to back away from the Etsy today....my obsession is not fueled by enough money...so I will be watching for your giveaways.
And tell me what I can do to help convince Shane. Because, as I said, it does make a difference in our family AND I don't take it quite so personally when people make a mess.
You know I still vote with you on the hiring of someone to clean the house.
Can't wait for the Etsy giveaways! I am obsessed and Steph's massive giveaways for Beth did not help that! :)
Tommy is getting so big! And Luke is adorable! (well, except when he's not I am sure) :)
Something to tell you - my daughter is begging to read books right now. So I am off to read!
EXACTLY what Sharon said about the cleaning. i bust my booty all week just to have the house organized and maintained. then, i know friday is coming and it is CLEAN! so, so worth it.
luke is hilarious. seriously, bringing you treats in bed?
the big girls and i had a picnic on the driveway tonight after the babies went to bed. it was SO nice out. and i'm letting them skip school tomorrow! =)
I hear you about house being a disaster, now that I am crawling out of my hole of grief OMG. I am also discovering the joy of cherishing the good and trying to let go of the bad in all aspects not just with Ian. About the cleaning help, ask him to try it temporarily first and then see what he says.
He is getting soo big!! I can't belive how fast time is flying. Don't start crying. :) My kids act the same way, and they are 8 and 9! I keep telling them that I'm not the only parent home, but they don't get it. :) "Daddy needs his rest. He has to work." Appearently homeschooling them, feeding them, driving them to various classes and friends houses isn't work. Little boogers.
My husband says that if the house is clean it means we haven't done enough together. I hate cleaning, and the bathroom is the only thing that is clean all the time.
I hope you have a fantastic wonderful day.
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