Worries

I've had a lot on my mind since we got back from my in-laws this past weekend. Hoping by putting this out there, it will help ease my mind a bit.

• I'm worried that our house is never going to sell. I realize our house has not been on the market that long. I realize that the market is terrible right now, but I would at least like a tiny glimmer of hope. We haven't had a single walk-through yet. Dislike!

• I'm worried that there always seems to be more month left at the end of the money. With gas prices sky high again, Pete commuting to Springfield everyday, us commuting back and forth to see each other and bills, bills, bills in general, there's no extra. I'm trying to cut back every way possible. Guess we'll have to explore other options.

• I'm worried that I'm going to have to give up being a SAHM so that we can stay on track. I absolutely LOVE being a SAHM! It is my job, but if push comes to shove, I will do what is in the best interest of my family, even if that means going back to work. :(

• I'm worried that once Add is done with preschool on June 1 and our house hasn't sold, then we will have to do something else. I see no reason for the kids and I to continue to live up here once he is done with school. That was the only reason I decided to stay up here in the first place.

• I'm worried that if our house hasn't sold by June 1, we will have to move in with either my parents or Pete's parents. Seeing as how we can't afford any extra each month, there is no way that we can keep our house on the market and live on our own down there.

• I'm worried that if we do have to move in with either set of parents, I will go insane! Don't get me wrong. I love my parents and my in-laws, but I have gotten accustomed to having my own space. My own house. But, once again, if push comes to shove, I/we have to do what's best for our family and our situation.

So, I guess that's what has been on my mind lately. Oh, and I'm also trying to potty-train Amarah on top of everything else. Oy!

Whew! That felt better.

I realize it's been awhile. Sorry. Things are a bit hectic right now. Felt like blogging might be some much needed therapy for me. I have no idea who even follows me anymore so I apologize if anything I post on here offends anyone. That is not my intent. Just a way for me to get my feelings out as I'm sure my husband gets tired of hearing me vent. ;) Good afternoon to all!

"That" kid

I hate feeling like I have "that" kid. You know? The one that other parents talk about behind your back and say "thank goodness my angels don't act like that!" Or they exchange knowing glances at each other as if to say "I told you he was like that." It's really irritating because no, he is not "that" kid.

"Those" kids are the ones who's parents just shake their heads after their little Billy just bashed a rolling pin against my child's head and the parents look at you and say "Kids!" "Those" kids are the ones that have never been told that they should not hit or bite or whatever.

I realize that yes, kids will be kids. I try really hard not to meddle too much or hover overhead, waiting to swoop in and save the day. I want my children to learn how to play nicely together and solve problems on their own. But I also realize that it is my responsibility to teach my child right from wrong. If my child hits your child, you can bet that my child is going to hear about it from me!

I know it's probably me just making up these things in my head because, hey, I've got nothing else to do. I'm sure people don't look at my son and think he's the devil's spawn, despite the fact that I might think that sometimes. All I know is that I am one heck of a parent that cares way too much about what other people think. Therefore, I must keep reminding myself that my son is doing the best that he can. And so am I.

Testing...

Anyone out there? Just checking. :)

See ya in March!

We are leaving tomorrow after lunch to head down to Destin, Florida for a little vacation. I can't begin to tell you how thrilled I am that we are going on vacation. It has been so very long! Addison is very excited and I can't wait to see how he reacts to the beach. So, until next month, everyone take care!

Should I...

continue with this blog? I don't know. I started this as a way for our families to keep up with our daily lives but now that my mom and mother-in-law are both on Facebook, I feel like I'm just repeating myself by blogging. So you tell me!

Happy 1st Birthday Amarah Grace!

Love you baby girl!