Friday, September 23, 2011

Where I'm From

When I read Lindsey's beautiful entry on her awesome blog, I couldn't wait to start mine. She has a way with words, so simple yet very descriptive. Read hers here:
www.newlyb.blogspot.com


I am from an oversized chair that rocks precious babies to sleep, from Heinz ketchup and reality TV shows.

I am from the the loud music from Dad's stereo that makes up our own special soundtrack. I am from Mom's many books that I've browsed through many times.

I am from my beautiful girls and my love filled marriage.

I am from the roses as red as my lipstick on our wedding day.

I am from year round BBQ's and inside jokes, from Hardy and Burns and now Dickie.

I am from the friendly, fair and good natured.

I am from the support I've had and the lessons I've learned.

I am from karma and believing everything happens for a reason.

I’m from Cape Breton, fish chowder and too-strong cups of tea.

I am from photos on the walls, in albums and keepsake boxes that help me remember who and what is important.

Thursday, September 22, 2011

ABC's of Moi

*Stolen from
http://thegrownupdiaries.blogspot.com/

A. Age: 29 eeep

B. Bed size: Queen. I could easily go with a King but Hubster is a cuddle junky.

C. Chore that you hate: All of them? Anything Garbage related. Except recycling. I'm talking about changing the poopy-diaper garbage and emptying the green bin. yak.

D. Dogs: We had a few dogs growing up but the most memorable would have to be a lovable little Terrier mix named Jinx. Or Binker. Or the Binks. She answered to many names. Also we had a sweet half pug half weiner dog who met got sick and passed away at only 7 months. Poor little boy. His name was Jaxon. Or Jax. Or Jaxtopher. Or Baxter. I have a problem with giving too many nicknames. You should hear what my girls answer to.

E. Essential start to your day: Smiles from my girls and hugs from my boy.

F. Favorite color: Green.

G. Gold or Silver: White gold.

H. Height: 5'2-ish.

I. Instruments you play: Nil :(

J. Job title: Teacher's Assistant. I heart my job.

K. Kids: Rhyan, 12 years going on 21. Aedhyn-Ann, 11.5 months.

L. Live: Cape Breton. B'y

M. Mother’s name: Christina

N. Nicknames: I don't have a nickname, but I always wanted one! Suggestions?

O. Overnight hospital stays: All pregnancy related.

P. Pet peeves: Rude, ignorant, mean, negative people. People who think the world owes them something. Ungrateful kids who treat their parents like crap. People who tail gate. People who constantly take pictures of themselves and post them all in the SAME album on Facebook. Come on people.

Q. Quote from a movie: I have WAY too many. None of them are deep or sentimental. I will leave you with one of my faves: "I'm no lady. I'm a duck" FYI I say this (or try to) at least once a week. No joke.

R. Right or left handed: Right handed.

S. Siblings: Lil Sis. Shes pretty wicked.

U. Underwear: Yes, daily.

V. Vegetable you hate: Corn. Double yak.

W. What makes you run late: Husband and children.

X. X-Rays you’ve had: wrist and ankle

Y. Yummy food that you make: I have mad BBQ skills

Z. Zoo animal: That I like? The bears at the local wildlife park seem to captivate my interest the most while there.

3 months later.

I am hands down the WORST blogger in the history of the world. 3 Months? What's my problem? I know what your thinking...."Sheena, don't be so hard on yourself. Afterall, you do work 2 jobs (presently 3 up until 2 months ago), have an 11.5 month old monster who doesn't sleep, a teenager who is involved in every sport possible, have a major renovation happening in your home, preparing for a trip across the country,etc." Ahem. Ok, I feel much better! Thanks!! :)

In all seriousness, I had every intention to keep writing here and there. Well, we can all see how that worked out!

Maybe to ease back into it I will use this post as a plea for help:
Someone, anyone PLEASE tell me how to make my baby sleep longer than 3 hour stretches.....I BEG you! And, let me stop you right there, if you suggest "Let her cry it out" I won't. We tried that. And failed. Miserably. We barely let her whimper. I CAN'T HELP IT! So, if you have any other ideas........