Not many people know – in real life – that I blog and not many
bloggers know – except perhaps a few, who I know in real life and are
kind to stop by, anyway and leave a comment – that this blog is about
as real as a life can get, with kids.
Busy one minute, colorless the next and then there are those moments
– you know, the kid-friendly kind of spontaneous we parents have
learned to expect – that slowly begin to unfold and reveal their
beauty, which simply leaves me wordless.
Okay, the same can be said for days that go on…and on…without
solace, or any peace in sight…when I can’t seem to make my kids
happy…and everyone is out to get me…oh yes, they are…and I do NOT
want to get out of bed.
Thankfully – although, the kids and I happen to STILL be in our pajamas – today is one of those, you know, better days.
[stretching and yawning]
It’s the first day of summer vacation, but – you know, that I know,
that I’ve got a lot to be happy and blog about – there’s a sort of
melancholy running through This Full House of bursting backpacks and
empty cereal boxes.
Okay, so in the last week, we’ve celebrated a graduation…
…and our fourth and probably last kindergarten celebration…
…moving to the other hand and blowing out six candles, in yet
another celebration of my husband’s most favorite Father’s Day present,
can make any mom feel sort of, you know, weary.
Although, I have to confess, being surrounded by a gaggle of kids,
who mostly look like this, well, let’s just say that saying NO can
prove difficult.
Twelve hours into our first day of summer vacation and I have to say
– even though I really wasn’t expecting to find myself in between jobs,
so soon – I don’t think I’ve ever felt this, you know, worn out,
already.
I guess I’m just surprised to have been hired…and then fired…in
less time than it takes for most people to, you know, in real life.
[spitting out sour grapes]
Ah, well – being a mom with four kids, trust me, I know – there is NO such thing as my ever having too much time on my hands.
Thanks to all of you – especially, those bloggers who heard the call
and took the time to take a stand with me – I really do feel lucky to
be in such good company and I really do feel just as content as my
Little Man looks, at the moment.
After all, I do have a teenager – who still likes me, sort of
– but, she’s not home, right now, because Thing One is celebrating the
first day home from school and summer vacation, by sleeping over a
friend’s house.
What?
I can’t blame her. Her best friend’s house IS much bigger and her
mother is WAY more, you know, nicer and it’s probably a whole lot
quieter there, too!
[heavy sigh]
Such is life.
But, before I go and pick her up from the movie theater – on the way
to my MIL house to dig in some shrubs and plants I took her to buy,
yesterday – I just wanted to thank all of you (yes, YOU!) who stopped
by and participated in This Full House challenge for Sunkist.
The kids and I will be adding another $22.00 to the proceeds to our lemonade stand to benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters of America and will post pictures of the sale, as soon as, you know, our lemonade stand is delivered!
Speaking of which, I placed each of your names into a hat and Mini-Me has picked the following winners of a free lemonade stand:
Glennia – I’m looking forward to watching your summer unfold with your new digital camera!
NTE – Yes, it’s Never That Easy, but you blog it so nicely!
Believer in Balance – A far away hug to you and the kiddies, especially The Super Pooper!
Katespot – I bet you feel lucky, too, because we live, you know, closer and you can thank Mini-Me in person, next week!
In the meantime, I hope that everyone enjoys a safe and happy summer.
[stretching, again]
Feel free to stop by, anytime during the next 70+ days – just clean
off a chair and don’t mind the laundry – there’s usually plenty of
excitement going on here during the summertime and we’re always more
than happy to share.
[rubs neck and ignores the hollering]
Anyway, that’s what blogging is for!
Enjoy your summer, everyone – may you find many little quiet
moments, of your own – just be sure to holler (REAL LOUD) if you need
me.
I’ll be upstairs, asleep!