A Hink

This post goes along with one of my previous posts

about how Luke's recently been telling me

he'll love me "no matter what I do"

Today, the kids and I drove by Craig

on a run in our neighborhood.

I told them, "I love Daddy!"

Luke repied with, "I love EVERYBODY!

Even Mommy!"  

UGH

Why do these statements

make me feel so revolting?!

(funny though)

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Also today while watering the plants,

Luke hollered, "there's a hink."

A  hink...?

A  hink...?

OOH!  A KINK!!!!

THERE'S A KINK IN THE HOSE!

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My kids make my life so fun!

Day and Day and Day!

Okay, after approximately a week of having Lydia wear her tu-tu (practically) EVERY place she went - including to sleep,

she "assertively" informed me of her new intention.

Lately SHE reminded ME to grab the skirt to it add to her attire.
I normally was happy to do so.
Today, I offered HER the skirt and then...

she THREW her hands into the air

and with a disgusted look blasted at me,

"I can't wear it

DAY AND DAY AND DAY!"  

****  Well, DUH!!!

What was a I thinking?!?!!

ha ha

Such a strong-willed child

I have on my hands!

No Matter What

Luke has begun to borrow a phrase I use with him.  When he performs some sort of naughty behavior or makes some sort of mistake, I have a line I gladly feed him.  Not until recently do I see a problem with my statement.  He's now quoting it back to me, and not always at a perfect feel-good type of moment:  "Mommy, I love you no matter what you do." UGH

It's harmless enough, but makes me sad to think that there might be times when I am "unlovable".  I may rethink my verbal approach to unconditional love.

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As Lydia passed by Luke in our kitchen, he told her, "Phewey! Lydia, you stink!"  I explained to him, "Luke, don't tell her that; it might make her feel sad."   Moments later I walked by her myself and I couldn't help it.  I said, "Man Lydia... you DO stink!"   Great role model I am!  Don't worry, I'm coaching my kids to love me no matter what I do, right!??!

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Lydia wanted her nails painted.  I chose hot pink.  Luke wanted to be a funny man and let me paint just one tiny nail of his.  I did.  We both cracked up the whole time.  He quickly presented it to Craig, who responded less than thrilled.  That sent Luke running into the bathroom to WASH it off.  I laughed harder as I heard him saying, "I hate this now!"  He was all too unhappy to find out soap wouldn't do the trick.  I doubt I should worry about him wanting to try out any more gross girly products anytime soon.

Martha, The Passenger Pigeon

For years and years, I've visited our Cincinnati Zoo and NEVER ONCE have I stepped inside this wonderful little building to honor sweet, sweet Martha, The LAST Passenger Pigeon!  There is a beautiful memorial set up for her and they've even stuffed her precious, over-worked little birdie body for all to view and pay their respects.

Actually... it completely made me CRACK UP!  I bowed my head in reverence and then laughed aloud at the silliness of the situation.  If you want to read the details, you can click on the below photo to enlarge it for better viewing.

Sweet, Sweet Martha.  You WILL be missed!!!

Jammin' to Daddy's COOL Music

Here are the kids dancing to their dad's

BIG boy/girl music.  Way "cooler" than

mommy's lame preschool tunes, I suppose.

SORRY I CAN'T FIGURE OUT HOW TO

TURN THE VIDEO UPRIGHT WHILE PUTTING IT

ON YOUTUBE!  I may be biased, but I think it's still funny

even if you have to tilt your head sideways!

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvCbiat6Pmo

Go, Luke, Go!!!

Today is DAY 1 for Luke with

NO TRAINING wheels!

I guess he was "ready"!!!!!!!!!!!

Here's a video of him doin' his thing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7ebwomVHrU

The Root Beer Stand

I've been introduced to a new interesting website. http://365cincinnati.com/

It led me to try a new lunch venue with the kids today

THE ROOT BEER STAND (est. 1957)

11566 Reading Road in Sharonville

Let me quote from the above website.

"So what makes this spot so special? They make their own root beer. And we found it to be mighty tasty. You can buy it by the mug, or by the half gallon or even by the gallon. They even serve it up as root beer floats...

Their food consists of a mix between a concession stand and a diner... They also serve Velvet ice cream and frozen bar type desserts. You can eat in or carry out. They have outdoor seating in the back, as well as a swing set for the kiddos."

Roller Derby

We went to see the super exciting
CINCINNATI ROLLERGIRLS
team tonight.  What a blast!
So entertaining and SO FUN!
3041 fans in attendance.
Final Score: Cincinnati 134, St. Louis 68

Craig took some photos, but they were a little blurry (I guess the gals were too speedy) but here's a photo I found to give you an idea of what we saw.

Plus... their names!!!!  What a hoot!

Here's the list of names on the Cincinnati team:

» Beat Rose

» Bex Pistol

» Bombtrack

» Buckhead Betty

» candyKICKass!

» Captain Painway

» Celia Graves

» Cherry Choke

» Diamond Kut-Her

» Dr. McDerby

» Envy MiYoni

» EvilQuenevil

» Flannery O'Slaughter

» Geez Louise

» GiGi Go-Glitter

» GlamourAzz

» Hannah Ouchocinco

» Hop Devil

» Iona Pair

» June with a Cleaver

» Jungle Lacy

» Karma Krash

» Killian Destroy

» Kitten Kicker

» K. Lethal

» Live Wire

» Maime

» Michele D'Bomya

» Mirderher

» Miss Print

» Nik Jagger

» Nuk'em

» Penni Pusha

» Pistolwhippin' Wendy

» Polly Rocket

» Poppy Chulo

» RebelSk8r

» Ruff'n the Passer

» Sadistic Sadie

» Shirley "Carl" Temptya

» Sista Sacralicious

» Sk8 Crime

» Sk8r-Kinney

» Susie Shinsplintski

» The Librarian

» Trauma

» Wheezy

They have a few more home derby nights

in their season if you're interested.

http://www.cincinnatirollergirls.com/

I surely give it 2 thumbs up!

Our Week (in photos)

I am finally getting around to unloading photos off of my camera. Here are a few from our trip to the zoo last week.

Saturday, we went to see Mary Poppins in Cincinnati.  The kids were amazing and the show was terrific.  Luke hardly moved a muscle during all 3 hours (minus the 15 minute intermission), and although Lydia shuffled between her seat and our laps- she didn't make a peep.  It was a real treat for them, and for us to see their faces light up at the "magic" of the show!

Today, we went to the Kite Festival in West Chester.  Unfortnately during the time we attended, there was hardly a breeze.  Luke gave it a thumbs down on the entertainment scale.  We DID enjoy a picnic lunch on a blanket near the pond, and of course just being outside was refreshing for ALL of us!

I like this one of the two of them toting their kite.

There was a short bit of time when Luke managed to get his kite in the air.  I LOVE this photo.  It was me trying to be creative with my camera, and I feel like I succeeded!  I think I'll frame it.

Mommy Throws Like a Girl

I have a confession.  I feel really bad about it, too.
During dinner at Bob Evans today, Lydia made#2 in her diaper.  Craig and I agreed that this stink bomb couldn't travel with us on the 30 minute drive home, so I changed her in the car before we pulled away.  I spotted dumpsters behind the restaurant, and being a smarty pants- I decided I'd just drive by and toss it in one.

This is really a stupid story, however bear with me...

So as I putted closeby the gated-in dumpsters, holding the steering wheel with my right hand, I akwardly hurled the dirty diaper with my LEFT arm out my window.

It was... like... THE WORST THROW  E V E R ! ! !

I was cracking up the whole time.  A funny part was that I threw it super hard, and it smacked the fencing, then fell to the ground.  (it's important that I tell you I'm quite good at rolling up soiled diapers and tacking them closed, so no yucky stuff is exposed)

Craig was cracking up.  I was laughing.  The kids were speechless and confused.  Craig hollars, "MOMMY THROWS LIKE A GIRL!"   I laughed even harder.  Meanwhile, our car was still coasting by the dumpsters.  It all happened so quickly, and before I knew it I was driving away and heading toward an intersection.  I regretfully had left the diaper on the ground.  I felt so bad about it; I really wanted to turn around and pick it up.

Craig was still cracking up and then tells me,

"Blog About THAT, Nancy!"

ha ha  Nancy... as in "nancy pants"... as in "sissy"

Possibly this was a "had to be there" moment,
but it WAS super funny
(Minus the littering part!- I truly feel bad about that!!!!!)