So I got some stuff done, but still not as much as I'd like.
Steve, Jacob and I took Kayleigh to daycare at 7 this morning. Then we went to Mercy West from 7:30-8:30 to get some stuff for my Internship that I had yet to get. Then we went over to Pleasant Hill to pick up Steve's contacts from the Optometrist. Went to Fareway after to get some food. Made it home around 11. Started working on some homework. Steve made me some lunch and Jacob was in and out of sleep. (I think Steve now realizes why I cannot get anything done with Jacob at home with me). Then went to the Chiropractor at 1:30, got home after running a couple of errands at Walmart and Hallmark. At 3 I was able to get a little more homework done, then went to pick up Kayleigh at 4:30. Got home, started dinner, and now getting settled in to more homework now at 10 pm. Laundry done amongst the time we were home. See...when do I get a chance to get anything done?!?! UGH!!!! Migraine settled in around 10:30...2 Excedrin Migraine and 3 Ibuprofen later...I think I may have finally got rid of it. Now my eyes are tired and I'm trying so hard to stay focused, but I just want to sleep! Where are the extra 5 hours in my day!?!
I hate how it seems like every day flies past. I know I shouldn't take advantage of any minute. I love my kiddos and my family. I just wish there was a Cleaning Fairy, a Homework Fairy, a Kitchen (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Fairy, etc. I'm hoping once I get done with these classes, I will hopefully still have 4-10 hour shifts at work and am able to get control of my house (cleaning/organizing) while Steve's at work and the kiddos are at daycare and maybe that will reduce my stress around the house. Then maybe we can just relax and enjoy ourselves during the week more.
K...think I'm done whining. Let's see if I can get a little done before I crash...2-3 am will come fast (generally that's when Jacob is back up for more nummers).
Monday, January 16, 2012
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Ah...
Tomorrow Steve has the day off!!! Kayleigh will be going to daycare (gotta keep that kid in a schedule if we can!) and I'm working on....HOMEWORK! Hopefully I will get it done! I'm to the point where I need to shove my procrastination as well as my perfectionism to the side and just be done with it. I really want a good grade, but then again, I just want to be done! I want to quit feeling guilty for not doing my homework as well as the other side of the card...not doing stuff with my family.
I'm actually looking forward to cleaning my house :) It's gotten so out of hand. I use to be a very clean and organized person when it came to my house...almost OCDish. Now...I'm good with if things that need to get to the trash get to the trash! :) (okay...really it isn't that bad, but it's not my OCD type house either)
Oh...pray that I feel well tomorrow, that I don't get a migraine, and that Jacob does not drive his daddy mad!
I'm actually looking forward to cleaning my house :) It's gotten so out of hand. I use to be a very clean and organized person when it came to my house...almost OCDish. Now...I'm good with if things that need to get to the trash get to the trash! :) (okay...really it isn't that bad, but it's not my OCD type house either)
Oh...pray that I feel well tomorrow, that I don't get a migraine, and that Jacob does not drive his daddy mad!
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Things that you don't notice
Today Grandma Mary came to babysit while we ran some errands that are so much easier when you aren't toting along with a toddler and infant. When we got home, it was funny to hear what Kayleigh is more prominent on doing that we take advantage of. I feel sometimes when you see/hear it daily it doesn't seem as exciting than it is when someone who only sees them weekly or every other week (or longer).
Kayleigh has become quite the mother. She had about 10 of her dolls out. She's been reading, feeding, burping, singing, rocking them amongst other things. Hmm...where is she seeing this on a daily occasion? At least, as far as Grandma Mary has stated, they are being fed by bottles...(thank goodness!).
She also is loving her tea set. However, she's been serving more coffee with the tea sets (mind you we have THREE sets) than she is serving tea. She thinks it is hilarious if it's too hot. Then she likes spilling...quick to say "SORRY" and wipe it up.
She amazes us daily on how much she picks up, clarifies, and learns. We bought her first set of scissors for home. She's been using them pretty frequently at daycare, but we have yet to jump into that activity at home. She's pretty darn good at it though!
Jacob has the biggest grin lately. LOVE IT! Still trying to catch it on camera. Usually when I get the camera, he's more interested in that and gets his "study face" on instead of that awesome gummy grin. It melts your heart! Plus he's trying so hard to roll over. Yes he's only 6 weeks old, but he's getting up to his side. We'll see when he decides to take it all the way over.
Kayleigh has become quite the mother. She had about 10 of her dolls out. She's been reading, feeding, burping, singing, rocking them amongst other things. Hmm...where is she seeing this on a daily occasion? At least, as far as Grandma Mary has stated, they are being fed by bottles...(thank goodness!).
She also is loving her tea set. However, she's been serving more coffee with the tea sets (mind you we have THREE sets) than she is serving tea. She thinks it is hilarious if it's too hot. Then she likes spilling...quick to say "SORRY" and wipe it up.
She amazes us daily on how much she picks up, clarifies, and learns. We bought her first set of scissors for home. She's been using them pretty frequently at daycare, but we have yet to jump into that activity at home. She's pretty darn good at it though!
Jacob has the biggest grin lately. LOVE IT! Still trying to catch it on camera. Usually when I get the camera, he's more interested in that and gets his "study face" on instead of that awesome gummy grin. It melts your heart! Plus he's trying so hard to roll over. Yes he's only 6 weeks old, but he's getting up to his side. We'll see when he decides to take it all the way over.
Friday, January 13, 2012
Band-aids
What are kids facination with Band-aids? We are now on our second box in a year (and we don't use them that frequently). However, we have to hide the box or as Steve did tonight...take out the Band-aids and hide them. Kayleigh usually takes a toy or two with her to daycare. Today she decided to take the box of Band-aids! REALLY!?!? Then on the way home (a slight detour to Target to get Jacob some diapers) Kayleigh had Steve buy her another box of Band-aids, because the first box was empty!
I guess lesson learned here...Kayleigh would enjoy receiving Band-aids for a present :)
I guess lesson learned here...Kayleigh would enjoy receiving Band-aids for a present :)
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Kayleigh and Jacob
I had some worries about how Kayleigh would react to Jacob. She would say hi and kiss my tummy when I was pregnant. She knew when you pointed to my tummy that Jacob was there. But did she really know that it was a baby that was coming out named Jacob? I'll never know for sure.
When Jacob and I would go and pick Kayleigh up from daycare, she is so very very protective of Jacob. She will show him off and say "Mommy's tummy." So I guess she kinda knows that Jacob came from Mommy's tummy now, but did she know then...hmm. Speaking of being protective...being in the transition room of 2-3 year olds, she will let certain kids get closer to Jacob than others. One specific day she pushed a girl away. I was quick to discipline, saying "Pushing's not nice. Say sorry." When a teacher was also quick to remove the pushed girl away, saying "She's not the nicest kid." So maybe Kayleigh knows which kids are okay to be close to Jacob and which are not.
Jacob has always been keen to Kayleigh. He first smiled at her (seriously smiled at her) when he was only 10 days old. He listens to her. She can calm him down by singing, usually Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. They have an awesome relationship already. Hopefully that will continue!
Tonight, Steve was playing with the two of them. Jacob was "tickling" Kayleigh. She giggled so much! With a few "Do it again!" coming after. I'm guessing this lasted a good 5-10 minutes straight! She's still trying to remember that he is little, and she has to be a lot "softer" with him. I think she gets sick of us saying it, but she does listen (most of the time).
Siblings...ah :)
When Jacob and I would go and pick Kayleigh up from daycare, she is so very very protective of Jacob. She will show him off and say "Mommy's tummy." So I guess she kinda knows that Jacob came from Mommy's tummy now, but did she know then...hmm. Speaking of being protective...being in the transition room of 2-3 year olds, she will let certain kids get closer to Jacob than others. One specific day she pushed a girl away. I was quick to discipline, saying "Pushing's not nice. Say sorry." When a teacher was also quick to remove the pushed girl away, saying "She's not the nicest kid." So maybe Kayleigh knows which kids are okay to be close to Jacob and which are not.
Jacob has always been keen to Kayleigh. He first smiled at her (seriously smiled at her) when he was only 10 days old. He listens to her. She can calm him down by singing, usually Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. They have an awesome relationship already. Hopefully that will continue!
Tonight, Steve was playing with the two of them. Jacob was "tickling" Kayleigh. She giggled so much! With a few "Do it again!" coming after. I'm guessing this lasted a good 5-10 minutes straight! She's still trying to remember that he is little, and she has to be a lot "softer" with him. I think she gets sick of us saying it, but she does listen (most of the time).
Siblings...ah :)
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Netflix
Netflix oh how I love you!
I have successfully watched several tv shows from season one to whatever the ending or what is available to Netflix from beginning to end (Cosby Show, Flashpoint, Brothers and Sisters, currently working on Cheers, as well as others).
Kayleigh has been introduced to several different cartoons (or marcoons as she says). We don't watch constantly, but probably more than some people. However, there may be marcoons on, but she's building, reading books, cooking in her kitchen, etc. So, that makes me feel better.
However, we watch Netflix thru our Playstation 3 and our Wii. She is mastering the remotes like a champ. She can probably teach each one of you that does not have either game system how to get to Netflix. If we try to help her we instantly get "MY TURN" remark.
WonderPets, Angelina Ballerina, Yo Gabba Gabba and Blue Clues are some of the cartoons that have beat out Elmo! I can't remember the last time we watched Elmo! And we still are banning the purple dinosaur who shall remain nameless from entering our house at this time. We'll see how long that lasts!
However, since we have Netflix, we rarely watch daily television (which isn't always bad), but we rarely know what the weather is like.
I have successfully watched several tv shows from season one to whatever the ending or what is available to Netflix from beginning to end (Cosby Show, Flashpoint, Brothers and Sisters, currently working on Cheers, as well as others).
Kayleigh has been introduced to several different cartoons (or marcoons as she says). We don't watch constantly, but probably more than some people. However, there may be marcoons on, but she's building, reading books, cooking in her kitchen, etc. So, that makes me feel better.
However, we watch Netflix thru our Playstation 3 and our Wii. She is mastering the remotes like a champ. She can probably teach each one of you that does not have either game system how to get to Netflix. If we try to help her we instantly get "MY TURN" remark.
WonderPets, Angelina Ballerina, Yo Gabba Gabba and Blue Clues are some of the cartoons that have beat out Elmo! I can't remember the last time we watched Elmo! And we still are banning the purple dinosaur who shall remain nameless from entering our house at this time. We'll see how long that lasts!
However, since we have Netflix, we rarely watch daily television (which isn't always bad), but we rarely know what the weather is like.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Dr. Visit
So I broke down and took both kiddos to the Pediatrician. Mainly Kayleigh needed to go, but Jacob got a little look at while we were there. Kayleigh's been diagnosed with strep. Fun fun! UGH! Oh well...so far she loves taking her meds! Plus, she is not complaining about anything! However, she's not eating much either, so hopefully once her throat starts feeling better that will get better.
The Dr's visit went SO WELL!!!! She did everything Dr. Cureg asked of her. Even saying "AHHH" and sticking out her tongue. She's never liked doing that, but did it without any tears or complaining! WAY TO GO, KAYLEIGH!
Then Dr. Cureg decided to check Jacob out while we were there. Kayleigh was so interested and watched it all! Plus, she kept Jacob calm. He's not one to like being looked over. However, Kayleigh stayed at the head of the bed, watching and talking to Jacob. They both did great!!!
Hopefully this is the start of a healthier household!!!
PS...then we went shopping with Grandma Onn! And they both fell asleep by 8:15...the earliest in a long time!! Shall we have more shopping trips...maybe?!?!
The Dr's visit went SO WELL!!!! She did everything Dr. Cureg asked of her. Even saying "AHHH" and sticking out her tongue. She's never liked doing that, but did it without any tears or complaining! WAY TO GO, KAYLEIGH!
Then Dr. Cureg decided to check Jacob out while we were there. Kayleigh was so interested and watched it all! Plus, she kept Jacob calm. He's not one to like being looked over. However, Kayleigh stayed at the head of the bed, watching and talking to Jacob. They both did great!!!
Hopefully this is the start of a healthier household!!!
PS...then we went shopping with Grandma Onn! And they both fell asleep by 8:15...the earliest in a long time!! Shall we have more shopping trips...maybe?!?!
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