Truth

1. A while back, a very pukish and tired girl moved into a new house in Ozark. She was feeling sorry for herself, but decided to persevere and finally cook for her husband in their new house. She worked diligently to time it just right for when he got home from work. He walked in and she rushed to see if dinner was ready only to find that the oven had never been turned on. Darn fancy shmancy oven. Apparenty setting the temperature isn't enough anymore, so, dinner was two hours late. Sad day. Oh yeah, there were tears.

2. Mess doesn't really bother me. (Mom, stop nodding/laughing in agreement) So, this morning the playroom looked like this.





And after a few minutes, like this. But, that's fun, right?


3. Sometimes I feel pressured (internally) to take Amelia places during the week and think of super fun things to do with her. I read an article on a blog a few days ago that put in perspective what I already know.

I have nothing against play groups or outings--hear me out--but I wonder why so many moms feel like they have to be involved in so many activities. I take my kids to the library, sometimes. :) I go over and we play at friend's houses, sometimes. I just don't know for sure that it is always best to constantly try to find a way to occupy them. Plus, your kids learn that they must be entertained in life. And we all know, as adults, entertaining yourself endlessly only leads to sin. Isn't childhood about playing and make-believe?

So, today Amelia and I stayed at home and made owls out of two Toms shoe inserts. She was immensely proud of herself and we have had fun not going anywhere at all.

We hung them up and she has consistently pointed up and said, "WHOOO WHOOO," every five minutes. :)
And oh how she loves these Ariel silky pajamas. And today, I didn't make her take them off after breakfast. Good purchase Gambo.

4. I was invited to hang out at Hebrews Coffee with Amber and some girls that I didn't know (and I didn't care..they were female adults..I'm in) and I had the greatest time. We just talked about our kids and life and it was so nice to get out for a few hours. Ahhh. These ladies are in the MOPS (Mothers Of Preschoolers) group that I am joining in September and I am really excited.

5. Today I consumed very unhealthy pregnant (or not pregnant) foods. Ramen noodles complete with 320938 milligrams of salt. Extra cheesey Cheeto puffs. Chocolate candy by the gobs. I am now drinking water to semi compensate.