The grass is not always greener on the other side of the fence. Sometimes you get over there and realize it's not even grass at all. Instead it's a noxious, green cloud rising from a rotten, foul-smelling, slimy pile of crap.
17 December 2013
13 December 2013
My Big Return
Since I will no longer be on Facebook, I am going to get back into the habit of updating my blog. What better way to start than this?
Thank you to my sister for sending this with me. The Voice and funny sounds, two of my favorite things. You know me so well, Snodgrass.
09 August 2013
Once Every Couple Years Update.
I have a blog! I guess I've been busy enough the last couple years that I forgot. Now that I've remembered, and actually found it again, maybe I'll update it more often, like once a year, or perhaps twice. Gasp!
Here is the short version of what has been going on the last 19 months:
Life, growing kids, laughter.
That's it in a nutshell.
Until next year then.
Here is the short version of what has been going on the last 19 months:
Life, growing kids, laughter.
That's it in a nutshell.
Until next year then.
28 November 2011
Roll on
Baby Boy added more miles to his total this week. We have only 3710 to go to make 12k by 12 months. I lose a little more sanity with each passing mile.
04 October 2011
Long Trip Blues
This was not a good day. By now, both boys were sick, and we could tell we were getting it, too. Still, the hubby and I managed to be up plenty early, and made ourselves busy with the packing, as we were headed to Yosemite. The boys, surprisingly, slept in.
We checked out and were on our way. This was the part of the trip I had most looked forward to, but now, all I wanted was a plane ticket home.
The traffic was terrible, almost a standstill in places. Unlike the quirky, Southern California surfer vibe of Long Beach, the drive north through the L.A. area was gross. Abandoned and rundown buildings, graffiti, and garbage. Everywhere, garbage. Does anybody there care that nobody seems to care?
None of us were looking forward to more hours in the van. Our oldest was bored and sad that all his friends were already almost an hour further down the road. It was insanely hot outside. And still, the road stretched on.
The road narrowed and was one curve followed by another. I'm sure it was pretty, but I couldn't tell. I had to focus directly ahead of us. Motion sickness, again.
Finally Yosemite and the giant sequoias. I had so been looking forward to some sequoias. Even they didn't help. We took some pictures to enjoy later and moved on. It was time to end the day relaxing at a beautiful, historic inn.
That didn't turn out as planned either, but that's a story for another post.
We checked out and were on our way. This was the part of the trip I had most looked forward to, but now, all I wanted was a plane ticket home.
The traffic was terrible, almost a standstill in places. Unlike the quirky, Southern California surfer vibe of Long Beach, the drive north through the L.A. area was gross. Abandoned and rundown buildings, graffiti, and garbage. Everywhere, garbage. Does anybody there care that nobody seems to care?
None of us were looking forward to more hours in the van. Our oldest was bored and sad that all his friends were already almost an hour further down the road. It was insanely hot outside. And still, the road stretched on.
The road narrowed and was one curve followed by another. I'm sure it was pretty, but I couldn't tell. I had to focus directly ahead of us. Motion sickness, again.
Finally Yosemite and the giant sequoias. I had so been looking forward to some sequoias. Even they didn't help. We took some pictures to enjoy later and moved on. It was time to end the day relaxing at a beautiful, historic inn.
That didn't turn out as planned either, but that's a story for another post.
03 October 2011
Fish, Fish and More Fish
I cannot believe that we have been back from our trip for a week now. I stopped writing about it because I was getting a cold by this time and was pretty worn out. That, and the hotel's internet was down.
We met up with my brother, his wife, and their two adorable kids at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. It was a really neat place. Our son especially enjoyed all the little touch pools they have throughout. Anenomes, rays, jellyfish, he "petted" them all, over and over again. I could hardly bear to watch, let alone touch one myself! The boy soaked it all in. He wants to be a scuba diver, so it really was a great place to take him. I just wish we hadn't gone on homeschool day.
After we left, we drove down the road a piece until we found a beach. It was easy enough to find one, but we got separated from my brother's family on the way. Busy street, no brother, and my phone was in the back of the van, ringing. Oops!
The beach was WAY cool! Californians sure know how to do beaches. Shells were found, sand was dug, pictures taken and feet waded out into the Pacific. My boy has now been to both oceans. Unfortunately, we had very little time at the beach, as we promised the kiddo he could swim at the pool. Next trip, we are spending more time, hours, at the beach.
Off to the hotel during rush hour. What do we do? Miss our exit! Did I mention rush hour? Craziness! The husband is good, though, and got us back where we needed to be.
Ended with some Bubba Gump's to go. It was yummy. I just wish we could have had the extra time with my brother's family.
From the Anaheim portion of the trip, we learned that we needed more time there. We were definitely rushed the whole stay. Even our visit with my brother was rushed. As much as we all enjoyed the aquarium, our time may have been better spent relaxing at the beach.
We met up with my brother, his wife, and their two adorable kids at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. It was a really neat place. Our son especially enjoyed all the little touch pools they have throughout. Anenomes, rays, jellyfish, he "petted" them all, over and over again. I could hardly bear to watch, let alone touch one myself! The boy soaked it all in. He wants to be a scuba diver, so it really was a great place to take him. I just wish we hadn't gone on homeschool day.
After we left, we drove down the road a piece until we found a beach. It was easy enough to find one, but we got separated from my brother's family on the way. Busy street, no brother, and my phone was in the back of the van, ringing. Oops!
The beach was WAY cool! Californians sure know how to do beaches. Shells were found, sand was dug, pictures taken and feet waded out into the Pacific. My boy has now been to both oceans. Unfortunately, we had very little time at the beach, as we promised the kiddo he could swim at the pool. Next trip, we are spending more time, hours, at the beach.
Off to the hotel during rush hour. What do we do? Miss our exit! Did I mention rush hour? Craziness! The husband is good, though, and got us back where we needed to be.
Ended with some Bubba Gump's to go. It was yummy. I just wish we could have had the extra time with my brother's family.
From the Anaheim portion of the trip, we learned that we needed more time there. We were definitely rushed the whole stay. Even our visit with my brother was rushed. As much as we all enjoyed the aquarium, our time may have been better spent relaxing at the beach.
25 September 2011
Connected
After 48 hours without internet, and 24 hours without cell phone service, I am back. I am far too tired to care that I am again "wired," so I'm logging off and going to bed, in our last hotel of the trip. Bon nuit.
22 September 2011
California Adventure
So much fun. So little energy left.
Toy Story Mania, still one of the most amusing rides I've been on. I laugh like a little girl. A Bug's Land, the best shade in the whole park. Nice place to kick back and nurse the baby.
Tower of Terror, a ride I have avoided for years. Not this time. I rode it. . . twice! It helped to go with good friends for support, and some of their kids, so I wasn't the most terrified in the group.
Long afternoon nap at the hotel. Back to the park for the Wonderful World of Color. Spectacular! Sore legs, colds, aching knee, sunburn, all fogotten for a few magical moments. Disney knows how to end the day like no other.
Off to dream in color.
Toy Story Mania, still one of the most amusing rides I've been on. I laugh like a little girl. A Bug's Land, the best shade in the whole park. Nice place to kick back and nurse the baby.
Tower of Terror, a ride I have avoided for years. Not this time. I rode it. . . twice! It helped to go with good friends for support, and some of their kids, so I wasn't the most terrified in the group.
Long afternoon nap at the hotel. Back to the park for the Wonderful World of Color. Spectacular! Sore legs, colds, aching knee, sunburn, all fogotten for a few magical moments. Disney knows how to end the day like no other.
Off to dream in color.
21 September 2011
Disneyland
These are getting harder and harder to write, as I get more and more tired.
We spent most of the day at Disneyland. We started off in Tomorrowland (my favorite!). Baby Boy went on his very first ride, Buzz Lightyear Astroblasters. Doug held him during the ride, and still managed to more than double my score!
Next, we spent a little bit of time in Toon Town. Always amusing. Onward to Frontierland (my favorite!) and Thunder Mountain. Twice. I'm very thankful for the rider switch pass.
Splash Mountain was a hoot and just might edge out Thunder Mountain for the top spot. The Haunted Mansion was all decked out for Halloween. Fabulous! Baby Boy rode that one, too. I should mention that he wore his Mickey outfit, complete with Mickey ears. He was the cutest little thing in all the park. I'll post a photo later for proof.
We took a couple hour lunch/nap break at the hotel. Mr. Hubby stayed put while the Kid and I went back. Adventureland (my favorite!) then Fantasyland and the parade. The perfect way to end the day. I think that was the boy's favorite part. He nearly shone with joy!
Tomorrow - California Adventure. My knee is killing me, the boy is still reeling from his cold and the baby is exhausted. It could be a very interesting day. Interesting at Disney is better than interesting at home, though. Bring it on!
We spent most of the day at Disneyland. We started off in Tomorrowland (my favorite!). Baby Boy went on his very first ride, Buzz Lightyear Astroblasters. Doug held him during the ride, and still managed to more than double my score!
Next, we spent a little bit of time in Toon Town. Always amusing. Onward to Frontierland (my favorite!) and Thunder Mountain. Twice. I'm very thankful for the rider switch pass.
Splash Mountain was a hoot and just might edge out Thunder Mountain for the top spot. The Haunted Mansion was all decked out for Halloween. Fabulous! Baby Boy rode that one, too. I should mention that he wore his Mickey outfit, complete with Mickey ears. He was the cutest little thing in all the park. I'll post a photo later for proof.
We took a couple hour lunch/nap break at the hotel. Mr. Hubby stayed put while the Kid and I went back. Adventureland (my favorite!) then Fantasyland and the parade. The perfect way to end the day. I think that was the boy's favorite part. He nearly shone with joy!
Tomorrow - California Adventure. My knee is killing me, the boy is still reeling from his cold and the baby is exhausted. It could be a very interesting day. Interesting at Disney is better than interesting at home, though. Bring it on!
20 September 2011
Tripping Along
Overnight in St. George.
Late start. Driving, driving and more driving.
Vegas. Baby blowout. Steak 'n Shake awesomeness.
Driving and driving some more.
100 degrees in the desert.
Fussy baby. Uncomfortable, sick kid.
Still more driving.
Anaheim! Sigh of relief.
Big day tomorrow.
Big day tomorrow.
Sweet dreams tonight.
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