The Eyes

My eyes are wonky again. When I was pregnant with Ava in 2006 I had to leave six weeks prior to my due date because I'd go home and be physically ill after a day on the computer. My eyes gave out. That was the longest time waiting for Ava to be born (and then having her 11 days overdue!). Not only was I physically uncomfortable, but I also wasn't able to read or watch television or do much except for lay on the sofa. What a boring time.

I'm not bored this time around with the lot of kids about but I am starting to have trouble concentrating on the computer and reading and knitting. Luckily I can touch knit and crochet so that is at least something I can do this time around while toddlers swarm around me.

This is just a warning that I might not get on as often as I like to the blog either but I will try my best.

Interview with My Mom

Mama's Losin' It has another assignment I'd like to tackle. I realise this was an October challenge but, after FINALLY watching the trailer for the movie Motherhood (see below) I was inspired.

I haven't heard about this movie in Canada but I sure hope it comes out. When I watched the trailer I had both understanding and anxiety as I am in those footsteps daily! And I think I dress that frumpily these days too with the extra 25+ pounds I am trying to lose - and have been since June 2009 but have so not been motivated to get off. That's another post though. For today I am going to interview my mother.


Me: How has motherhood changed you?
Mom: Motherhood has taught me patience and unconditional love.

Me: How has being a grandmother changed you?
Mom: It has brought joy to my heart.

Me: What ages were your favorites?
Mom: Infancy to kindergarten.

Me: Do you miss having kids in the house?
Mom: Yes (and no ~ the peace is nice).

Me: What was the most difficult part of being a mom for you?
Mom: I didn't find it difficult; I found it fulfilling.

Me: What was the most rewarding part?
Mom: Watching you guys grow up into wonderful adults.

Me: Have I met the expectations you had for me when I was born?
Mom: Oh, you exceeded them ~ which I knew you would.


Oh, and if you want to check out the woman the Motherhood movie is based on, check out Eliza's blog here.

Love Letter to the Anthony Wiggle

Occasionally I find the opportunity to sit down and to the assignments from Mama's Losin' It. Today's challenge is to write a love letter to the object of your affection.


Dear Anthony Wiggle,

My children have made me fans of yours. I watch you over and over again on VHS and DVD. Your singing and quirky ways melt my heart. And the fact that you have made millions in your creation of the Wiggles and other endeavours has nothing to do with it! Your Australian accent is pretty hot too. Now I find out you used to be a Cockroach (rock band) in the 80s and that just makes you that much more fun to watch jumping around in your blue skivvy. It doesn't hurt that my daughter's favourite colour is blue just like you. She wears blue every day and I think of you.

Thanks for creating the Wiggles. I will be watching you multiple times a day.

Is it wrong for a Mommy to crush on her kids' idol?

Crushing Mommy

Friday Fill In #149

1. Plans and schedules have gone by the wayside and it's only the start of the weekend!

2. I'm happy when things work out so that I can go to the gym and resist junk food.

3. The last thing I drank was chocolate milk.

4. One of the most valuable things in my life is my family.

5. I like spinach, cheese, tomato sauce and ham on my pizza.

6. Dear November, please don't bring too much snow.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to Ghost Whisperer, tomorrow my plans include Weight Watchers meeting, swimming lessons and depositing my pay cheque and Sunday, I want to enjoy family time!

Check out what others are doing or link yours at Friday Fill-Ins.

Ten Tasks In Ten Days

The Shabby Chic Cottage has a fantastic idea to complete ten tasks in ten days. I believe it's over now but I thought I'd like to join in on the getting things done. My list will primarily include Christmas gifts I need to complete but it's decorating, right?!

Join me and The Shabby Chic Cottage. Here are my ten tasks ...

1. Take inventory kids craft supplies
   
2. Reorganize the kids craft supplies to make them better accessible
3. Sew Christmas apron (gift)
4. Sew apron for me
5. Mend
6. Knit sweater for Travis (gift)
7. Find paint supplies for front door (this could take a whole day to locate)
8. Paint front door, garage door, outside door (if not too cold)
9. Winterize front hall closet
10. Organize linen closet