A 10 year old in a size 6 womens shoe....

Yesterday, we went to the mall to do some shopping for our beach trip (I hope) and to get the girls new dresses because Allysa makes 1st Reconciliation in a few weeks. We found the dresses and Ashlee's shoes without issue but finding Allysa's was another story! Allysa is 10 and officially wearing a size 6 women's shoe or a 4.5/5 child shoe. I keep telling her she has to grow into those feet or she is going to look like a clown :).
So, have you ever tried to find an appropriate show for a 10 year in the womens isle or one mature enough for in children's aisle. It is a freakin nightmare, the choices are slim!
Of course I could choose something like above from the women's aisle and she would probably break a leg or be mistaken for a child working the streets. Either way my parent skills would be highly questioned and probably children's services would be called!

The Madness of the Tooth Fairy.....

I am not sure who thought of the tooth fairy ( I am sure I could google it and find out), however I have decided they are someone who had too much time on their hands or did not sleep. When Allysa was losing her teeth it never seemed to bother me but she lost teeth so slowly you did not think about it. She did not even lose her 1st tooth until 1st grade unlike Ashlee who started in kindergarten.
The past year the the tooth fairy has made way too many visits- at least 8 for Ashlee and 4 for Allysa, two of those in the past two days. Trying to sneak is getting harder and harder . I am probably a cheap tooth fairy- $ 5 for the first and $1.25 for every tooth thereafter but I never seem to have cash at those moments. Heck I had to have Christa bail me out when Ashlee lost her first because I had no cash at 8 pm and Kevin was out of town so I could not even leave to get some. I find it sad when you have to go the neighbor for 5 dollars for the tooth fairy. Too bad, you cannot use your debit card :)
Also, I know some of you are asking how did you come up with a buck twenty five, I suspect when Allysa lost her 2nd tooth that was all I had so that has been the tradition. I will be glad when this phase is over because I am going to get caught soon or not wake up, either way I am in hot water with someone in my house. Ashlee is working on another tooth so I suspect the tooth fairy will make another visit in the next week. For those of you who have not had this experience, enjoy!

She is at it again- Junior Photographer

Allysa loves to use my smaller camera to take pictures and last night when she had a friend over she was at it again. However, I found she had been taking alot of pics not just last night. She has advanced from posing her dolls and using other stuff for props to trying things with lighting. Below is just a few examples.

Phase 1 of the room re-do. The girls kept knocking the closet doors off track and we were getting sick of it. So, a friend and I came up with using sheers and beads. This way the mess in their closet is hidden but looks good. Right now, they share a room so they could have a play room but that will be ending soon which will lead to alot more work- new paint, carpet scrubs, re-organized etc.... In the end, it will be for the best and look great but not looking forward to a few of the steps like what to do with all their crap :)

A Quiet Weekend!!!

There is not a whole to report, it was a very quiet and semi productive weekend. Most of clothes are washed and away!!!
Friday- we kept Ella and Si so JP could celebrate his birthday.
Sat- I got roses and we went to Wendel's for a wonderful dinner and of course some quality Sam time.
Sun- was probably the best. Kevin and the girls went to a cousin's birthday party 2 hours away and I stayed behind for some "ALONE TIME". I went for pedicure with a, had a drink with another friend, and read a book.

Soon all will return to normal but it was a nice break and one I rarely get.

On a sweet note- The book fair was going on this week and both girls wanted to get a book. Ashlee said mine is only 2 dollars and I want to get it for Grandma it is an American Idol book and she loves that show!!! Sometimes she surprises and this was one of them and how could I say no. It is so nice to see your kids think of someone else but themselves!!! I cannot wait until she gets home to tell me what Grandma thought.

Revenge- Beths BIG 40!!!

Definition of Revenge..........
Any form of personal retaliatory action against an individual, institution, or group for some perceived harm or injustice.

Last July, I warned a few my dearest friends that revenge would sweet because eventually they will all turn the BIG 40!!!! Well, I the first of many revenge celebrations occurred last night.
Beth turned the BIG 40!!! The slide show tells it all!

Beth- hope you enjoyed your day!!!

A six pack or also known as " one for the other thumb"

I am still recovering from Sunday which is why it has taken me two days to post! It was an excellent weekend starting with Greg's graduation and being topped off by a SUPER Superbowl!!!! I did not think I was going to survive the game, these last minute wins are killer. I am still tired and lost my voice(some of you may enjoy that)!! Now, I must figure out what to do now that all football is over- maybe rest :)

Way to Go Steelers- Big Ben and Santonio!!!

I really do have priorities~~~

I lied, I really did have another priority but because it was a surprise I could not talk about it. Our very close friend Greg finished nursing school on Friday and his wife wanted to surprise him with a little party. It has been a long year plus for the family so it was perfect way celebrate.
One of the most priceless moments was provided by our resident teenager- Mason and my witty good friend Christa (his mom).
Mason- talking to a group of about a movie and in general how watching some scenes are embarrassing with his mom around.
Christa - with a perfectly straight faced looked at him and said " what if your mom does some of those things"
I have never seen Mas without a comeback or so red. It was priceless!!!
Enjoy the collage!
However my only priority today, is the big game.

GO STEELERS!!!