The Tale of a Bad, Bad Mom

Once upon a time in a place not so far away, there lived a Mom, who despite all her efforts, never seemed to get things right. Her third grader's teacher called one evening to tell her that her 9 year old son would be getting an award for the school read-a-thon, and that she was invited to come to an assembly the following morning. This doting mother was thrilled, and awoke early to make sure she got in a much needed shower. She also took the time to carefully apply colored hairspray in her 9 and 7 year olds' hair since they had both reached their reading goals for the read-a-thon. She arranged to have her 3 year old play at a neighbor's house, and then took her 1 year old with her to the school. She arrived right on time and sat in the back. She could see the backs of both of her sons' heads and watched as the top three readers (most minutes read) and top three "donation getters" (it is the school's only fund-raiser)from each grade were give an certificate and a medal. When the VP got to the third graders she announced that the 9 year old had received first place for getting the most donations. The mother watched as her son walked up and received his award to clapping and cheering. She continually looked at the back of her 7 year old's head, hoping he would look back and see her, but alas, he never did. She managed to get her 9 year old's attention and was able to take him out in the hall for a photo while the assembly continued in the cafeteria. Her one year old then proceeded to pitch a fit, so she hurriedly left the premises.

At 1:15 she went back to the school to pick up her boys, and her 7 year old began crying, telling her that she was a bad, stupid mom for not saying hi to him at the assembly. She had no idea that he had been trying to get her attention, and never could. Horror filled her heart as she realized that his teacher would have listened to his crying and complaining that his mother didn't say hi to him for the rest of the day. Alas, the mom drove home, feeling very bad, and very stupid. All the efforts of the day seemingly wasted.

Five minutes after they arrived home, the seven year old said, "I'm sorry Mom." Guilt washed over her, again. "I'm the one who is sorry." she said, giving him a hug.

She walked away shaking her head and wondering aloud, will this ever get easier? Knowing full well the answer to that!

AI Addiction, a Serious Affliction!

Here are my fav four, so far. Gotta love Megan, not just because she's from Utah, but she's quirky, different...cool. Anyway. Devin was sulking last night because he kept trying to talk to me during the show, and honestly, I couldn't hear a word he was saying! I thought that only happened to guys while they were watching TV. Apparently I am fully and completely addicted to American Idol. Love it baby! I think Devin, Sam and Ty are trying to retaliate by voting for Norman Gentle...down with Gentle. He may be funny-but, he's no American Idol.

Memory Lane

K-so James was in town for his Dad's 60th birthday this weekend so Dana, Jeff, Mark, and I met James and Shelley at Jerimiah's for breakfast on Saturday. It was so good to get together and catch up. It was especially good since Dana and I had gotten our families together just a few weeks ago, after YEARS of hardly any contact. So, now we are determined to keep in touch. The whole thing got me thinking about those crazy high school days, so I started going through pictures...and that is NEVER a good thing. First of all, it's a mess-getting all the books out, and then it is mortifying to think I went out in public like that! WHAT was I thinking???? :) So, here's a trip down memory lane, and a more recent shot. Enjoy!

HAPPY HEART DAY!

To all of ya'll out there, Happy Valentine's Day!!!! Hope you feel loved all day long! It was fun to have Valentine's Day on a Saturday this year. Much more laid back. The kids had their school parties yesterday and brought home all the traditional candy hearts and heart shaped suckers. This morning I made biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage, and bacon for breakfast, complete with the Valentine napkins and paper cups-oh, and can't forget Mark's favorite, the shiny heart confetti :). I also had a cute valentine bag for everyone filled with some of their favorite treats, and a card from me. It has been a tradition since Devin was a baby for me to make a personalized valentine for each kid with their name on the front and a special letter from mom inside. It's amazing how much the boys love that..almost as much as the candy. Almost :) We got some movie theatre popcorn and a couple movies from Blockbuster, and we're chilln' the rest of the day. On Monday I am "making" Mark take me to see Twilight at Kaysville Theater. I've seen it once, and I loved it. I have since read the books (I'm on the fourth one now), and I've been telling Mark all about them, so I think he will be okay with the movie.

Hope you all know how wonderful you are, and that you're loved!!!

The Search for the Perfect Child

Okay fellow mommies out there, I know those of you who follow my blog don't expect to get any great "mommy" tips from me-I am definitely flying by the seat of my pants. No clever chore charts or ideas on how to get your kids to do what you want them to do-never mind listening to you in the first place. But, maybe-just maybe, my one year old will be the one to listen, mind, and do his chores!!! :)