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A heap of unsad greetings – from This Full House of cranky mommies and fretting daddies – seriously, my dining room table is covered (from one sticky end, to another) with anniversary, birthday, congratulations, get well, invitation and thinking of you-type cards my family has received over the last two…DECADES!…and my husband does not understand:
“Why you insist on saving…everything!?!”
[blank stare]
“Because I plan on making the kids scrapbooks, some day, and…like…these DO belong to them…mostly…but, I need to finish their baby books…um…first…so, you see…I CAN’T…you know…just, throw them away…because, well…that would be bad…right!?!”
[sound of crickets]
OKAY – so, they’re 13, 11, almost 8 and…like 5 years old, already – so what!?!
I’ve never really been very good at clipping, pasting and embellishing – or, anything that would involve high levels of patience and using sharp things, really – but, do I think that makes me a bad mother?
Nuh-uh.
Doodling while on the phone with your brother…and remembering that next week is one of your children’s birthday…is NOT the only thing you’ve forgotten?
“We’re in the commissary and…[static]…size…[more static]…Little Man?”
[tracing hand]
“Whuh?”
[lots of static]
“Wait…walking…front…outside…can’t…bad reception.”
[sketching hearts]
“Hellllloooooow!?!”
[and flowers]
“Sis…can you hear me, now?”
[lots of ’em]
“Okay, that’s better…but, now you’re sounding like that goofy Verizon-dude!”
[giggle]
“What does Little Man need for his birthday?”
Silence.
“Sis…can you hear me?”
[coughing]
“Um…yeah…birthday…uh-huh.”
[static]
“What size sneakers does Little Man wear?”
Silence.
“Sis…did I lose you, again?”
[biting pencil]
“Uh…no…sorry, just trying to think…um…I CAN’T tell you what size sneaker he has?”
[static]
“Why?”
[more static]
“Because he’s…um…WEARING THEM!”
Yep – not only did I forget that Little Man’s birthday is next week, didn’t call to invite anyone over, don’t have a clue what to get him and can’t remember what size sneaker he’s wearing – I’ve pretty much given up on scrapbooking, hope to Gawd my son wears a size 3 and now can’t seem to get this song out of my head.
But, I am thinking there is something very merry to be said about unbirthdays and perhaps celebrating half-birthdays, instead.
[static]
NAH!
[adding signature: I.M.A. Doofus]
Probably muck that up, as well – who forgets their child’s birthday, honestly? – does that make me a bad mother and is it Friday, yet?
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33 responses to “When life hands you an unfinished scrapbook…don’t get all punchy…pretend you remember and make crop circles, instead!”
I hate having to come with present ideas for my kids’ birthdays. All the grandparents just send money and I have to come up with 59 or 60 ideas for each kid I swear! I’m just not that creative I tell you.
I hate having to come with present ideas for my kids’ birthdays. All the grandparents just send money and I have to come up with 59 or 60 ideas for each kid I swear! I’m just not that creative I tell you.
I hate having to come with present ideas for my kids’ birthdays. All the grandparents just send money and I have to come up with 59 or 60 ideas for each kid I swear! I’m just not that creative I tell you.
What, you mean he hasn’t been bugging you for the past 6 months with plans for his birthday party, and all the kids he’s going to invite, and his gift wish-list?
Seriously, my kids took breaks from making Santa wish-lists (in November) to start arguing about birthday party plans. And they were going on about birthday wish lists again before New Year’s Day. Last night we had to make a list of some 15 different birthday party ideas in the middle of supper. We promised to start checking costs and logistics, and make a decision in February, about this party that will happen at the end of March. Sheeesh. That’s almost-7 year old triplets for ya.
Seriously, I’m sorry you forgot about your son, that must feel bad. Can you pull something together quickly, like a cool excursion for him and 3 friends, to a movie or a games place? Invite family over for the weekend after his birthday? Let the blog-world know how you solve this one!
What, you mean he hasn’t been bugging you for the past 6 months with plans for his birthday party, and all the kids he’s going to invite, and his gift wish-list?
Seriously, my kids took breaks from making Santa wish-lists (in November) to start arguing about birthday party plans. And they were going on about birthday wish lists again before New Year’s Day. Last night we had to make a list of some 15 different birthday party ideas in the middle of supper. We promised to start checking costs and logistics, and make a decision in February, about this party that will happen at the end of March. Sheeesh. That’s almost-7 year old triplets for ya.
Seriously, I’m sorry you forgot about your son, that must feel bad. Can you pull something together quickly, like a cool excursion for him and 3 friends, to a movie or a games place? Invite family over for the weekend after his birthday? Let the blog-world know how you solve this one!
What, you mean he hasn’t been bugging you for the past 6 months with plans for his birthday party, and all the kids he’s going to invite, and his gift wish-list?
Seriously, my kids took breaks from making Santa wish-lists (in November) to start arguing about birthday party plans. And they were going on about birthday wish lists again before New Year’s Day. Last night we had to make a list of some 15 different birthday party ideas in the middle of supper. We promised to start checking costs and logistics, and make a decision in February, about this party that will happen at the end of March. Sheeesh. That’s almost-7 year old triplets for ya.
Seriously, I’m sorry you forgot about your son, that must feel bad. Can you pull something together quickly, like a cool excursion for him and 3 friends, to a movie or a games place? Invite family over for the weekend after his birthday? Let the blog-world know how you solve this one!
Thanks, ladies – the thing is, my kids have never had a “big party” out, ever. I know…they’ve been to about a bazillion parties at…GULP…those places (a.k.a. germ factories that shall NOT be named) but, my husband and I enjoy family parties and intimate little gatherings, such as SheilaC suggested – three or four little friends, movies and pizza!
It just seems I was so much more ahead of the game at one time – when they were younger – and I hate that birthdays seem like such a chore, these days; don’t they?!?
My mind is mush, end of story.
Thanks, ladies – the thing is, my kids have never had a “big party” out, ever. I know…they’ve been to about a bazillion parties at…GULP…those places (a.k.a. germ factories that shall NOT be named) but, my husband and I enjoy family parties and intimate little gatherings, such as SheilaC suggested – three or four little friends, movies and pizza!
It just seems I was so much more ahead of the game at one time – when they were younger – and I hate that birthdays seem like such a chore, these days; don’t they?!?
My mind is mush, end of story.
Thanks, ladies – the thing is, my kids have never had a “big party” out, ever. I know…they’ve been to about a bazillion parties at…GULP…those places (a.k.a. germ factories that shall NOT be named) but, my husband and I enjoy family parties and intimate little gatherings, such as SheilaC suggested – three or four little friends, movies and pizza!
It just seems I was so much more ahead of the game at one time – when they were younger – and I hate that birthdays seem like such a chore, these days; don’t they?!?
My mind is mush, end of story.
OH MY GAWD. My Princess’ birthday is at the end of the month and I haven’t planned anything either. AGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! She will be turning 4, so it’ll be mostly a family affair. Next year, when she is in school, a friend party will be more than likely. Like my 5 year old son got for the first time recently.
I guess you aren’t the only one, my dear chickadee!
And I am the SAME way about the scrapbooking. I’ve saved everything in the hopes of scrapbooking it all, but have done NOTHING! UGH
Bad mommy here, too. SHOOT ME IN THE HEAD NOW! lol
OH MY GAWD. My Princess’ birthday is at the end of the month and I haven’t planned anything either. AGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! She will be turning 4, so it’ll be mostly a family affair. Next year, when she is in school, a friend party will be more than likely. Like my 5 year old son got for the first time recently.
I guess you aren’t the only one, my dear chickadee!
And I am the SAME way about the scrapbooking. I’ve saved everything in the hopes of scrapbooking it all, but have done NOTHING! UGH
Bad mommy here, too. SHOOT ME IN THE HEAD NOW! lol
OH MY GAWD. My Princess’ birthday is at the end of the month and I haven’t planned anything either. AGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! She will be turning 4, so it’ll be mostly a family affair. Next year, when she is in school, a friend party will be more than likely. Like my 5 year old son got for the first time recently.
I guess you aren’t the only one, my dear chickadee!
And I am the SAME way about the scrapbooking. I’ve saved everything in the hopes of scrapbooking it all, but have done NOTHING! UGH
Bad mommy here, too. SHOOT ME IN THE HEAD NOW! lol
Mamalee – so very nice of you to stop by – from one bad mommy to another…perhaps virtual cocktails, are in order!?!
Mamalee – so very nice of you to stop by – from one bad mommy to another…perhaps virtual cocktails, are in order!?!
Mamalee – so very nice of you to stop by – from one bad mommy to another…perhaps virtual cocktails, are in order!?!
Emily spent months planning her party, too. Since my kids are two “only children” (10 years apart), I let them have friend parties. Till they turn 12. After that, have a friend spend the night and we’ll do something fun like the movies or dinner out. But no germ factory party for her, unless you count our basement (which would probably be an accurate assessment).
Emily spent months planning her party, too. Since my kids are two “only children” (10 years apart), I let them have friend parties. Till they turn 12. After that, have a friend spend the night and we’ll do something fun like the movies or dinner out. But no germ factory party for her, unless you count our basement (which would probably be an accurate assessment).
Emily spent months planning her party, too. Since my kids are two “only children” (10 years apart), I let them have friend parties. Till they turn 12. After that, have a friend spend the night and we’ll do something fun like the movies or dinner out. But no germ factory party for her, unless you count our basement (which would probably be an accurate assessment).
Boy, oh boy. I was just on a scrapbooking website looking for some (miracle) inspiration so that I can do those promised books! My piles are starting to fall onto themselves. LOL!
I have 2 boys, one is almost 4 (gasp!) and the baby is 15 months. The still 3 yr old’s B-day is early March and the families/friends posse is already asking for gift ideas and party details. I want to scream “People, he’s only a mere mortal!” No huge f’n party needed.
It sounds like you guys aren’t feeling the pressure? Uh, that’s no fair….
Boy, oh boy. I was just on a scrapbooking website looking for some (miracle) inspiration so that I can do those promised books! My piles are starting to fall onto themselves. LOL!
I have 2 boys, one is almost 4 (gasp!) and the baby is 15 months. The still 3 yr old’s B-day is early March and the families/friends posse is already asking for gift ideas and party details. I want to scream “People, he’s only a mere mortal!” No huge f’n party needed.
It sounds like you guys aren’t feeling the pressure? Uh, that’s no fair….
Boy, oh boy. I was just on a scrapbooking website looking for some (miracle) inspiration so that I can do those promised books! My piles are starting to fall onto themselves. LOL!
I have 2 boys, one is almost 4 (gasp!) and the baby is 15 months. The still 3 yr old’s B-day is early March and the families/friends posse is already asking for gift ideas and party details. I want to scream “People, he’s only a mere mortal!” No huge f’n party needed.
It sounds like you guys aren’t feeling the pressure? Uh, that’s no fair….
I had the same problem with the scrapbooking issue. It was a New Year’s resolution last year, then again this year. I decided I would commit to working on a couple of pages each weekend. I’ve hit 2 of 3 weekends so far, 6-8 pages done. It’s like the Nike commercial — Just Do It!!
I had the same problem with the scrapbooking issue. It was a New Year’s resolution last year, then again this year. I decided I would commit to working on a couple of pages each weekend. I’ve hit 2 of 3 weekends so far, 6-8 pages done. It’s like the Nike commercial — Just Do It!!
I had the same problem with the scrapbooking issue. It was a New Year’s resolution last year, then again this year. I decided I would commit to working on a couple of pages each weekend. I’ve hit 2 of 3 weekends so far, 6-8 pages done. It’s like the Nike commercial — Just Do It!!
Thank you for not making me feel so bad about not finishing her 1 year album by 18 months. And I’m no scrapbooker – I just have to put the damn photos in the flaps! Meanwhile I go to my brother’s house and he already has a million framed, blown-up glossies of their 17 mo all over the place. Sigh.
Thank you for not making me feel so bad about not finishing her 1 year album by 18 months. And I’m no scrapbooker – I just have to put the damn photos in the flaps! Meanwhile I go to my brother’s house and he already has a million framed, blown-up glossies of their 17 mo all over the place. Sigh.
Thank you for not making me feel so bad about not finishing her 1 year album by 18 months. And I’m no scrapbooker – I just have to put the damn photos in the flaps! Meanwhile I go to my brother’s house and he already has a million framed, blown-up glossies of their 17 mo all over the place. Sigh.
Bluegrass Mamacita: we’ve begun the 12 year rule – really good rule, btw – and I already find myself down by one…and not missing the BIG all that much. As for basements…I wouldn’t know…stupid crawl space!
JazzB: Oh my, not much of an inspiration am I…quick…walk away before you hurt yourself ;o)
Angie: Call me!
Mom101: Oh, screw the scrapbooking…push aside the pile of junk…grab a seat…take your shoes off and let me rub those tooties for you!
Bluegrass Mamacita: we’ve begun the 12 year rule – really good rule, btw – and I already find myself down by one…and not missing the BIG all that much. As for basements…I wouldn’t know…stupid crawl space!
JazzB: Oh my, not much of an inspiration am I…quick…walk away before you hurt yourself ;o)
Angie: Call me!
Mom101: Oh, screw the scrapbooking…push aside the pile of junk…grab a seat…take your shoes off and let me rub those tooties for you!
Bluegrass Mamacita: we’ve begun the 12 year rule – really good rule, btw – and I already find myself down by one…and not missing the BIG all that much. As for basements…I wouldn’t know…stupid crawl space!
JazzB: Oh my, not much of an inspiration am I…quick…walk away before you hurt yourself ;o)
Angie: Call me!
Mom101: Oh, screw the scrapbooking…push aside the pile of junk…grab a seat…take your shoes off and let me rub those tooties for you!
Tootsies…I meant…tootsies…you know…like your feet…you know I meant I’d rub your FEET; don’t you!?!?
Stupid spelling!
Tootsies…I meant…tootsies…you know…like your feet…you know I meant I’d rub your FEET; don’t you!?!?
Stupid spelling!
Tootsies…I meant…tootsies…you know…like your feet…you know I meant I’d rub your FEET; don’t you!?!?
Stupid spelling!