School Time!

I don't know about those of you who read my blog, but the 1st day of school is the most exciting day of the year. It almost ranks up there with Christmas morning. Don't get me wrong, I love my kids! And I would do anything for them. As long as I'm not breaking any laws. But, when I drop them off for school, I sing Hallelujah
all the way home. Does that make me a bad mom? Please say "no" and tell me it's normal.
Brianna had a "great" 1st day of middle school. I went to pick her up and and the first thing she said was " I want to do that again!" She even got asked out. She didn't exactly know who asked her out, because the boy who wanted to be her boyfriend,made his friend ask her for him. She said "no". On the second day, it happened again. Only it was a different boy. And he too, made one of his friends ask for him. According to Brianna it's now the "in" thing for your friends to ask out whoever you want to go out with. I told her she was way too young, and she couldn't have a boyfriend until she was at least 20. Of course, her response was with a look of disgust, and she then reminded me that I was married by the time I was 19.
Kaden had to miss the 1st day of school, because he had the flu the day before. Poor kid! While Brianna, was getting all her supplies ready, and picking out her outfit, Kaden was puking in the bathroom. He was really bummed. He roamed the apartment, giving me the run down of what he would be doing if he was at school at 9,10,11,12,etc... Needless to say, he was really excited to start the next day! When I went to pick him up, I went to hold his hand to cross the cross walk, and he very quickly and decisively pulled his hand away. My little boy (because that is how I still see him) is now to COOL to hold my hand. What's next? Will he be to cool to give me a hug? A kiss on the cheek? I started to tease him and said I was going to walk him into his class and give him a hug and kiss and tell him I love him at the top of my lungs for everyone to see and hear. He didn't like that one bit. My little boy isn't so little anymore.
The 1st week of school went really fast. The kids have enjoyed going back and were really excited to see all there friends again. And I have enjoyed my semi-quiet time with the girlies. Only two more years and I will be all alone. What am I going to do with all that time?

My lists of 8's

Ok,ok, I guess I will give the WHOLE 3 people who read my blog something to read. Thanks Charity for giving me something to do @ 11:30 at night. I've had a lot of time on my hands lately. But that's for another blog later.

So here it goes.

8 Things I Did Yesterday

1. Took all 4 kids to the Dentist.
2. Made roast beef sandwiches for me and Spencer. ( I tried to make food for the kids, but they wanted to do it themselves. So NO, I didn't forget to feed my kids.)
3. Went swimming with the kids @ the Smarts home. ( Super Cool family in our ward who we all absolutely love. Thanks for letting us enjoy your pool!!)
4. Waited for Spencer to get back from his interview in Tri-Cities.
5. Went to my Moms house to eat very yummy flautas.
6. Cleaned the apartment.
7. Gave Spencer medical attention. ( he burned his hand, arm and face with boiling water. All because he was trying to help me in the kitchen. I know I married a keeper.)
8. Stayed up way to late to watch a stupid movie.


8 Favorite shows.

1. The Young and the Restless ( I know, I know, dumb, and it is such a housewife thing to do. But I'm addicted.)

2. So You Think You Can Dance ( Love this show!)

3. The Bachlorette ( Another stupid show, but ADDICTED)

4. Lost

5. Heroes (Wish it was ON!!!)

6. Dancing with the Stars

7. Greys Anatomy

8. Ugly Betty


8 Favorite Restaurants

1. New Thai ( You have to try the Orange Beef, melts in your mouth)
2. Red Robin and the bottomless fries! Yum!
3. Mongolian Grill ( I could probably eat there everyday.)
4. Xochmilco ( Finding good authentic Mexican food is hard and this one is soo good!)
5. Outback
6. Wing n Things ( only in Southern Cali, and I couldn't get enough of it. Making my mouth water just thinking about it!)
7. Chipotle ( shredded pork tacos rock!)
8. In n Out ( another Cali fast food restaurant, that I love. Especially the protein burger, and animal fries. )

Just a shout out to Girls Night Out, and all my wonderful and beautiful peeps who come and are willing to try new and fun restaurants. With out you guys life would definitely be boring.


8 Things I Look Forward To

1. Kids going back to school.( I love my kids to pieces, but living in this very small and cozy apt. is claustrophobic. The older kids going to school would help alleviate the situation.)

2. Shopping at Target (I have missed MY store!)

3. Shopping @ Costco ( I know this sounds funny, but since Spencer lost his job we haven't been able to shop at these 2 stores. And I'm so looking forward to goin back.)

4. Playing the piano (ever since I was little, I have always wanted to learn. I think I'm ready now. Anyone know of some piano teachers?)

5. Going back to school ( I'm still trying to decide what it is I want to do. Anyone have any suggestions?)

6. Losing weight. ( this has been a never ending story with me. I just love food to much. If only someone could come up with a pill (not to suppress your appetite) but a pill to make the food taste bad, then maybe, just maybe I could be a size 5 again. oh the joy!)

7. Take my family on a cruise. Now wouldn't that be nice!

8. Learn how to sew.( Always wanted to learn. So I can make my girlies cute dresses. How fun would that be?!!)



8 People I Tag

1. Jana, ( Because I know you will do it.At least I hope you will:)

2. Saimi ( Thanks for always commenting on my blog. I know at least one person reads it. And I thought you would have fun with this.)

3. Mary ( Take some time off from packing and make us laugh. You are so funny. you need to write a book!)

4. Destiny ( if you haven't already had you baby)

5. MaryAnn ( Because you know there is probably a good chance we could be in-laws in the distant future :) And I need to know what restaraunt to take to you to.

6. Christy ( Just because I love you)

7. Lindsay

8. Ashley Y. ( I would love to get to know you better.)