A day behind

1.  My mom's appointment
I guess no news is better than bad news.  I feel terrible for my mom.  She is really having a tough go right now.  Not only is there no end in sight, she will probably continue to get worse.  There is nothing you can say or do to make someone feel better.  Ugh ....it's the worst.  Trust me, I can't imagine the agony that she is going through.  I'm just saying that watching it also fucking blows.  We didn't hear anything at the appointment today.  It wasn't one of those appointments.  So I guess I am grateful for another day.


2. Yoga
I went to yoga on Monday night and it kicked my ass.  I was struggling to be a parent and grateful Mike was able to do Jack and Cameron while Owen came with me to the gym.  I haven't been to yoga in awhile and quickly I am reminded why I love it.  It helps keep me grounded, relaxed and centered.  Oh, and I love the end, when you just lay there.


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4. Air conditioning 

Oh the luxury of air conditioning is taken for granted all of the time.  I am so grateful that we have a working air conditioner, I don't have issues with paying the bills AND I am not sweating right now inside of my own house.

5. I have more to talk about on the next post

Well of course I have a gazillion things to be grateful for each day but today has been pretty fun.  I actually started this post yesterday so I wanted to try and finish it up before adding more pictures from today.  Yup...so if you are reading this on Thursday you will have to wait until tomorrow.  Don't get your hopes up.  It's not that exciting. 

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I am going to try and get into the habit of this blog.  When I start my new job and officially working the entire day it will be hard to fit some things in.... like laundry, working out and doing the blog.  You know, all the important stuff.  BUT I am going to try and keep it up because I like looking back and remembering the little details of life.  Also, it's a bit therapeutic to put a positive spin on everything.  My husband snapped this picture of me yesterday evening before Jack and I headed out to our walk. 

2. Date Night
We took advantage of Parents Night Out at the gym on Saturday.  The boys were there from 5-9 while we were able go get a bite to eat, enjoy music in broad ripple and even got ice cream before we had to pick up the kids.  It was absolutely beautiful out. All of our kids were melting down and sort of looked like death when we got there.  They were starving and exhausted from playing out in the sun all day long.

2. New door mat
um....I was hesitant to post this because it's that embarrassing.   But I think that it shows a few truths in our lives.  First, we don't have our shit together.  Second, we live the hell out of things until we finally pull out our wallets to replace.  Third, we need to get our shit together.   

3. Dinner with friends on Friday night
Sadly, I didn't get a picture with Dani or Rebel.  Instead, I took a picture of my amazing grilled cheese from The Eagle.  Holy moly that was so good.  The next day it was still amazing.

4. Summer Nights
So grateful for the warm days and nights that we are able to spend outside with friends.  It is so nice to have other people to play with and keep the kids happy.  We have had beautiful days lately and I am so freaking grateful for the sunshine.

5. Saturday morning at the ballpark
Though we were there from 9-12 on Saturday morning we could not of asked for better weather.  The boys all had fun.  Nothing crazy happened...same ol' baseball games BUT we were with each other and it was easy.  Oh...and did I mention the perfect weather?

holiday

1. We made it another year

This morning was not actually the last day of school but the twins are usually at Greg's Tuesday night so we would not be able to snap pictures in the morning.  It is always crazy to look at these side by side pictures.  Goodness knows we all change so much within a few short months.  Next year they will have two teachers and half of their day will be in English.  This morning Mike even suggested we start planning a trip so they are able to use their Spanish.

2. The carpet doesn't smell like puke
Jack was puking for a few days and instead of the toilet, bucket or hardwood floors - he was able to have solid aim at our carpets.  Don't forget the jute rug...he got sick there too.  If you ever asked, "are you going to get sick?"  he would say "no" the first two times but then switch to, "no, I already am sick."  Glad he is feeling better.  Glad our house doesn't smell like puke.  Glad that the cleaning lady came on Friday morning. 

3. Memorial Weekend
Because Jack was sick and we thought it was going to rain we hung out at the house all weekend.  The twins were in Chicago with Greg so it was just the three of us.  It was easy and insanely peaceful.  Well besides the carpets smelling.  Last night (Monday) we had Tony and Robyn over in the afternoon.  It was great to catch up.  Grateful for 3 day weekends.

How Jack fell asleep on our walk last night.



Cameron wanted to sleep on the floor in the corner.  I think I surprised him when i agreed

4. Lunch with JoJo
It was nice to sit down and have lunch with my mom.  She has been feeling  miserable lately but this afternoon she was a bit less foggy.  Nothing eventful happen, just glad that we are able to connect.


5.  Grocery Store
We officially ran out of food.  ....even the condiments were becoming affected.  I was able to go to Costco and Kroger on Saturday.  Everyone else in the city was also there BUT I am grateful that I got it completed and our fridge is stocked.

The real deal

1. My new job

I think on my last post I eluded to my new job but YAY -- it's official.  I finally told everyone and I am able to talk freely about the change.  I have been with Community Health Network for 12 years so this is a HUGE change.  It was a crazy weekend with the race and the concert but hopefully in the next few weeks Mike and I will take time to CELEBRATE.

Mike put this note next to my ring so I would find it in the morning.

 2. Pedicure
The only thing that I wanted for Mother's Day was a pedicure.  Last night Mike and I were both little crabby so Mike promptly sent me out.  I tried to just sit there and either stare at the wall or close my eyes but while my nails dried I picked up this magazine.  I'm adding it here because it is my only picture of the evening and I want to try this trick FOR SURE.

3. Eggs
Jack woke up at 230 because he wet the bed and I never fell back asleep. I was already planning on going to the gym so after laying awake for an hour it felt good to get up and out of bed.  I was STARVING when I got home and before I even jumped in the shower I made eggs.  Since I was up early I had time to calmly make eggs for the boys.  This one had a double yolk.  Yes - it was the highlight of my morning.

4. I caught the charges

Last night I was trying to buy Mike's Father's Day gift on line.  When I buy anything on line I go to my credit card page to see if I can earn extra miles.  So glad I did that because I noticed a bazillion charges.  They were all for $0 but it was really strange.  Glad I caught it but super sad I have to get everything changed to a new CC.

5.  Ibuprofen

I have had headaches recently.  Lots of them.  I think it is from stress, weather changes and grinding my teeth.  Super grateful for ibuprofen to mask the pain. 

Impressive

1. Successful Race

We lost our power on Friday and did the next morning.  I slept only 1 or 2 hours.  It was a bit miserable BUT no one complained and per usual the sunshine and energy kept me going.  The best part is the comradery at the beer garden following the run.  This year BOTH my parents attended and stayed.  My mom even walked.  It was sort of amazing.  If I am being transparent I had no faith that she would be able to even walk down the hill.  Her hard work really paid off and I am glad that she accomplished the goal.  Also - lesson learned - always have faith in other people.  I give encouragement and support to everyone else.  Pill swallowed. 

2.  Lunch at school
This week I had to drop off a project that was too big for the bus so I decided to drop it off during lunch time and surprise the kids at school.  Side note: Looking at this picture I am reminded that they need haircuts.  I love spending this time with them.  There are no distractions.  They just talk and talk and talk and talk.

 3. After work beers with Sarah
I am going to miss our early afternoon drinks.  This week we went out TWICE.  In the next month I am going to make sure we do this more often.

4. Cameron pitched
Cameron pitched at the beginning of the game yesterday.  He did a great job but holy moly it is so stressful to watch.  I can't imagine when the stakes get higher -- I am going to be a ball of nerves.

5. The Who

This weekend Rick and Connie came in for The Who concert.  Rick has seen the band over 20 times so he was pumped.  It was so fun to watch him.  I didn't know any of the songs but still had a great time.  It was a perfect night.  

6. The new job
This past week has been absolutely insane.  I am starting a new job with Eskenazi in a few weeks and I am pumped.  I have had many MANY tough conversations with my current leadership.  I am going to brace myself for Monday as word begins to travel throughout the providers that I am leaving.  I have been with the network for 12 years.  I love CV, I love CHNw, and I am so grateful for their support.  I am excited to make this change and I think that it will be good for me but disappointing my biggest champions has been rough.

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1. Date Day
I am so grateful for freaking sunshine.  We didn't have any today but holy hell when we do it is heaven on earth for me.  Back to the topic at hand …. we had a super easy, chill date day.  I did a quick class at the gym, Mike caught up on Game of Thrones, we went to lunch at CheeseCake (thank you gift cards) and then back home for naps.  It was pretty fabulous.  Now all of the boys are at CubScouts and I am going to relax a bit more.  I will say that dinner was significantly better tonight.  The kids were the same but Mike and I were not stressed from the day or the rush...I wish every day was like that.

2. Pokemon
Mike has successfully given Jack an addiction to Pokemon.  It has created a stronger relationship between the two so that is wonderful but yeah...don't download Pokémon Go for your 4 year old unless you want to play EVERY SINGLE DAY.

3. Straws
With all the push against straws - which is completely valid and real - I still love them.  At home I try to always use my washable straws so at least that helps the environment but goodness knows I love straws.

4. YouTube
I love that YouTube has almost everything I need.  Usually I just play music or listen to motivational speakers (yes I am a nerd) but it is so freaking easy.

5.  Dork
Tonight Owen was telling a story about recess.  The kids were essentially playing flag football.  When he was describing the teams he was on the team of "dorks."  I didn't push it much but did have him clarify that is what I actually heard.  He also told me that he ASKED CAMERON TO PLAY.  what?!?!?  This means that they might actually be friends.

May 12th

1. Mother's Day
Wow my husband really made this day wonderful for me.  I am sure he could tell that I wanted to leave the lake house ASAP (that's a story for another time) and we were back to Indy by 1045am.  He has cooked countless meals, done laundry, picked up the house, worked on projects with the boys and is now playing basketball while I continue to enjoy time in peace.  It has been pretty impressive and I am insanely grateful for his love.

2. Jack's asleep
It is 528pm as I type and Jack is already in bed and asleep.  The twins are able to play and not have to worry about their crazy brother at their feet.  I think that it's going to be an early night for us all.

3. Day off
Tomorrow Mike and I are taking PTO together.  As of right now the plan is yoga, lunch and a lot of nothing.  Sort of like a repeat of today except the kids will be in school and Mike will not feel obligated to pamper me anymore.  ....but in true fashion...he probably will.

4.  My Health
My parents have both really been struggling with their health.  It has been miserable to watch and be a part of.  I am grateful that I can jump on a treadmill and run a few miles.  I am grateful that my children are outside laughing and playing basketball.  I am so freaking grateful for my health.

5. The car is fixed
For the past week or so my car started making a strange noise so on Friday I dropped it off at Belle Tire.  I got all new brakes and rotors.  Yes - I am sure you are picturing that cost me a lot of money.  And it did.  BUT now my car isn't making that terrible noise. 

Dinner this week at Bonefish.  He actually wanted to sit by Mike which is new thing.

Evening Activities 

You can't see Cameron in this picture because he is so high in the tree.  I am sure he enjoyed every minute of the little ones watching him make the climb.

Starbucks is literally the way to almost everyone's' heart. Including Jack's teachers.  I should FOR SURE be doing this more often.

Jack's 4 year old appointment.  He took his shots like a champ and didn't shed a tear.

We had on matching colors that morning.

Melissa's new baby, Klara.  So grateful to see her AND so grateful it was not my baby.

Spent a few hours at Holliday Park last weekend. 

They still have an obsession.