I have to admit I'm feeling a little guilty. D can be a pain in the ass, but I am actually a very lucky wife.
I come here a lot to vent, but the truth is that that's not the whole picture.
Some of the things I'll list have bad sides too, but today is for niceness. (don't worry -I'm sure I'll be back to bitch about him soon. )
Bare with me a moment while I sing his praises. ;)
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He is incredibly smart and extrememly hard working. He's a good person and we share a set of morals. He volunteers for things that he doesn't get paid for. (like running the blood drive and organizing the rugby Christmas party)
He is strong and dependable. He loves me and our kids. I've never met a more sensible, responsible, level headed person.
I can trust him. We love each other.
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Ok - I guess that's enough. Sometimes I forget why I married this guy and I need a little reminder.
Maybe I should actually tell him this stuff.
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
just when I'm feeling down
he sends me flowers out of the blue. That book must have sunk in after all.
irony
Yesterday, sitting at a light, I was behind a HUGE SUV, a suburban perhaps? Their license plate cover said "protect our environment!"
Am I the only one who thinks that's ironic?
I'm the only one who seems to think this is funny. Guess I'm weird.
Am I the only one who thinks that's ironic?
I'm the only one who seems to think this is funny. Guess I'm weird.
Random
The bean is 10 inches long this week. He/She is kicking up a storm finally. I've felt kicks for a long time, but not a LOT. Now I feel a lot.
The u/s is Monday and I'm excited. I originally wanted another boy, so Dane could have a brother close in age. But I also would like a girl at some point so that would also make me happy.
I am feeling strong girl vibes so maybe I'll be right again. (I was with Dane!)
Dane is being a raging brat. I hope that he's secretly sick or going through a weird phase and not just a pain in the ass, er brat, I mean. The whining, screaming and demanding are beyond annoying.
D seems to finally be understanding more of what I need. :)
The dog threw up again last night and I thought it was a dream and went back to sleep. This morning I found out it wasn't a dream. EW.
The u/s is Monday and I'm excited. I originally wanted another boy, so Dane could have a brother close in age. But I also would like a girl at some point so that would also make me happy.
I am feeling strong girl vibes so maybe I'll be right again. (I was with Dane!)
Dane is being a raging brat. I hope that he's secretly sick or going through a weird phase and not just a pain in the ass, er brat, I mean. The whining, screaming and demanding are beyond annoying.
D seems to finally be understanding more of what I need. :)
The dog threw up again last night and I thought it was a dream and went back to sleep. This morning I found out it wasn't a dream. EW.
Monday, November 27, 2006
Engineering a name
D is an engineer. For him, making any decision is a long, drawn out process.
It once took him nearly an hour to pick out a shovel. Said shovel has one purpose: pooper scooper.
I still can't believe that he spent that much time picking out a device that's sole purpose is to pick up shit.
Needless to say, this drives me a little nutty when we have a big decision to make. Think house buying, car shopping and yep, you guessed it - baby naming!
Lucky for us, we have an 8 hour car drive to and from Thanksgiving at my parents house and this gave us hours upon hours to discuss, disect and argue over every name on the short list.
If you read my post about names a few days ago you know how the process started. Let me torture you with it in detail.
It once took him nearly an hour to pick out a shovel. Said shovel has one purpose: pooper scooper.
I still can't believe that he spent that much time picking out a device that's sole purpose is to pick up shit.
Needless to say, this drives me a little nutty when we have a big decision to make. Think house buying, car shopping and yep, you guessed it - baby naming!
Lucky for us, we have an 8 hour car drive to and from Thanksgiving at my parents house and this gave us hours upon hours to discuss, disect and argue over every name on the short list.
If you read my post about names a few days ago you know how the process started. Let me torture you with it in detail.
- I bought a book and highlighted all the names I liked in pink. I forced D to read it and made him highlight each name he liked in blue.
- A list was made of all the names that had pink AND blue marks by them.
- Each list was 15-20 names long. (this is where my part of the process stopped and D's decision making process began)
- We each had to pick our top 3 boy names and our top 3 girl names to make our short list.
- Then D made me number, from 1-6, each list in the order I liked them best. (1 being loved it most and 6 being loved it least)
- He did the same in secret ballot. Goof.
- Then I had to add the numbers from his list and my list to give each name a total score. (for example - on my list Paige was number 6 and on his it was number 3, so Paige got a total of 9 points.) The 2 names with the lowest score would be the winner.
The only problem with this process is that we agreed totally on boy's names, (Yay! One down!) but have opposite opinions on girls names. SO the top 2 girl's names were my fave and his fave. We cannot agree on what to name this kid should it be a girl. I really, really adore my #1 girl's name and like his, but I don't adore it. I wouldn't mind naming our next girl that one, should we have another. (or any!)
So, I don't know what we are going to do. One week from today we will - hopefully! - know if we are having a girl or a boy.
BTW, Dane can say "my" name and it's not on the top 100 list. (which is big for me) d can't say D's name and it's number 43 or something on the top 100 list (for girls in AL) and number 33 (for boys in AL)
So - I should win. Right?
Gah, I'm dying to tell these names, but D wants to keep it a surprise. *sigh* Course, most of you don't know me in real life, but some of you do, so...
bah.
Saturday, November 25, 2006
Thanksgiving
The holiday season always reminds me why I simultaneously love and hate living hours upon hours away from both my family and D's.
Mostly I hate it, but there are definite perks.
Mostly I hate it, but there are definite perks.
Sunday, November 19, 2006
2 weeks
and we'll know if this baby is a boy or girl. (hopefully!)
Right now the little squirt is about 6 inches (not counting the little swimmer's legs) and weighs about half a pound. S/he is definitely starting to move around a lot more.
D & I are fighting over names. I have the Baby Name Wizard and it's a good book. I went through and highlighted in pink all the names I liked. He went through and highlighted all the ones he likes in blue.
There are pitifully few that have pink AND blue marks. He has terrible taste. (Rusty, Rock, Penny) He must think we're having puppies.
Right now the little squirt is about 6 inches (not counting the little swimmer's legs) and weighs about half a pound. S/he is definitely starting to move around a lot more.
D & I are fighting over names. I have the Baby Name Wizard and it's a good book. I went through and highlighted in pink all the names I liked. He went through and highlighted all the ones he likes in blue.
There are pitifully few that have pink AND blue marks. He has terrible taste. (Rusty, Rock, Penny) He must think we're having puppies.
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Maybe not all d's after all?
As we are nearing our big gender ultrasound (Dec 4th!) we are coming to the realization that we cannot agree on any names. Those I love, he hates, and vice versa.
We were doing a D thing, but now I'm thinking no.
A little background:
I'm one of 3 children. All of our initials were DMS (until us girls got married!)
My dad is one of 8. All of their initials were DMS. (until the 3 girls got married)
So - it's sort of a family thing. However, that's a lot of d's. Not to mention the other d's in the family that are just chance.
I just happened to marry a D by coincidence. (so did my sister, weirdly enough)
Now - we LOVED LOVED the name Dane since before I was pg and it was absolutely a no brainer. It just happened to start with a d. Lucky us.
Well, we decided to go with a D theme. First names only, middle names would be whatever worked.
Problem is that we don't like any D names or simply can't agree on which ones we like. So - my question to you - loyal blog readers (if you're out there!) - is this:
Would it be too weird to decide on not using D's now? I mean, Mama, Daddy & Big Brother all have D names, but not baby.
Think the kid will feel left out someday?
For what it's worth, we're planning more than 2 kids, but we'll have to see how that goes and all that.
Help!!
We were doing a D thing, but now I'm thinking no.
A little background:
I'm one of 3 children. All of our initials were DMS (until us girls got married!)
My dad is one of 8. All of their initials were DMS. (until the 3 girls got married)
So - it's sort of a family thing. However, that's a lot of d's. Not to mention the other d's in the family that are just chance.
I just happened to marry a D by coincidence. (so did my sister, weirdly enough)
Now - we LOVED LOVED the name Dane since before I was pg and it was absolutely a no brainer. It just happened to start with a d. Lucky us.
Well, we decided to go with a D theme. First names only, middle names would be whatever worked.
Problem is that we don't like any D names or simply can't agree on which ones we like. So - my question to you - loyal blog readers (if you're out there!) - is this:
Would it be too weird to decide on not using D's now? I mean, Mama, Daddy & Big Brother all have D names, but not baby.
Think the kid will feel left out someday?
For what it's worth, we're planning more than 2 kids, but we'll have to see how that goes and all that.
Help!!
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
men - again.
Ack. I don't think I can make my husband understand that raising a child and growing a child is hard work.
Dare I say - harder than what he does.
No adults to interact with on a daily basis. No closing the door to go to the bathroom. No lunch break. No paycheck. No sleep.
The mind numbing reality of playing blocks for hours on end.
Sure being a mom is great. It's what I've always wanted, but that doesn't mean it's easy.
Is it the hardest job in the world? Nah.
Is it rewarding? Of course.
But, why o WHY does my husband think that I get all the "free time" I want during the day and poor pitiful him gets nothing.
Where can I run and hide for a few days to make him understand? This man of mine is so self confident (bordering on arrogant), always so sure that he is working harder and doing a better job.
It gets really damn annoying after awhile.
He should know better than to mess with a hormonal, sleep deprived pregnant woman after a bad day. Seriously.
(Did I mention I was up with d last night from 12-4? How's that for an on-the-job perk?)
Dare I say - harder than what he does.
No adults to interact with on a daily basis. No closing the door to go to the bathroom. No lunch break. No paycheck. No sleep.
The mind numbing reality of playing blocks for hours on end.
Sure being a mom is great. It's what I've always wanted, but that doesn't mean it's easy.
Is it the hardest job in the world? Nah.
Is it rewarding? Of course.
But, why o WHY does my husband think that I get all the "free time" I want during the day and poor pitiful him gets nothing.
Where can I run and hide for a few days to make him understand? This man of mine is so self confident (bordering on arrogant), always so sure that he is working harder and doing a better job.
It gets really damn annoying after awhile.
He should know better than to mess with a hormonal, sleep deprived pregnant woman after a bad day. Seriously.
(Did I mention I was up with d last night from 12-4? How's that for an on-the-job perk?)
Done.
I am officially done. Christmas shopping that is.
Bought the last one today and all that's left is wrapping. Go me for getting it over with before the dreaded holiday shopping season is upon us.
Bought the last one today and all that's left is wrapping. Go me for getting it over with before the dreaded holiday shopping season is upon us.
Monday, November 13, 2006
Top 10 Worst (unintentional!) Domain names
I saw this on a message board I frequent and I had to copy/paste it. They gave me a tickle. :)
Everyone knows that if you are going to operate a business in today's world you need a domain name. It is advisable to look at the domain name selected as other see it and not just as you think it looks. Failure to do this may result in situations such as the following (legitimate) companies who deal in everyday humdrum products and services but clearly didn't give their domain names enough consideration:
1. A site called 'Who Represents' where you can find the name of the agent that represents a celebrity. Their domain name. wait for it. is
www.whorepresents.com
2. Experts Exchange, a knowledge base where programmers can exchange advice and views at www.expertsexchange.com
3. Looking for a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at
www.penisland.net
4. Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at
www.therapistfinder.com
5. Then of course, there's the Italian Power Generator company.
www.powergenitalia.com
6. And now, we have the Mole Station Native Nursery, based in New South Wales:
www.molestationnursery.com
7. If you're looking for computer software, there's always
www.ipanywhere.com
8. Welcome to the First Cumming Methodist Church. Their website is
www.cummingfirst.com
9. Then, of course, there's these brainless art designers, and their whacky website:
www.speedofart.com
10. Want to holiday in Lake Tahoe? Try their brochure website at
www.gotahoe.com
Everyone knows that if you are going to operate a business in today's world you need a domain name. It is advisable to look at the domain name selected as other see it and not just as you think it looks. Failure to do this may result in situations such as the following (legitimate) companies who deal in everyday humdrum products and services but clearly didn't give their domain names enough consideration:
1. A site called 'Who Represents' where you can find the name of the agent that represents a celebrity. Their domain name. wait for it. is
www.whorepresents.com
2. Experts Exchange, a knowledge base where programmers can exchange advice and views at www.expertsexchange.com
3. Looking for a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at
www.penisland.net
4. Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at
www.therapistfinder.com
5. Then of course, there's the Italian Power Generator company.
www.powergenitalia.com
6. And now, we have the Mole Station Native Nursery, based in New South Wales:
www.molestationnursery.com
7. If you're looking for computer software, there's always
www.ipanywhere.com
8. Welcome to the First Cumming Methodist Church. Their website is
www.cummingfirst.com
9. Then, of course, there's these brainless art designers, and their whacky website:
www.speedofart.com
10. Want to holiday in Lake Tahoe? Try their brochure website at
www.gotahoe.com
Sunday, November 12, 2006
Random thoughts
My parents finally came to visit, even if it was only for 2 days. They watched Dane while we had a (daytime) date. We went out to eat ALONE and actually tasted our food for the first time in 20 months.
We also went to the movies. We have been to the theater exactly 2 times since d was born. It was nice.
Today we are trying to finish our Christmas shopping. I just have my bil and sis, my mil (birthday) and D. (and he has me.)
Hopefully I can get all that finished before the dreaded Black Friday.
We also went to the movies. We have been to the theater exactly 2 times since d was born. It was nice.
Today we are trying to finish our Christmas shopping. I just have my bil and sis, my mil (birthday) and D. (and he has me.)
Hopefully I can get all that finished before the dreaded Black Friday.
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
November 8th
Well, the election is over. I am happy, overall, with the way things went. I am disappointed in a few races in my own state, but I do live in the very conservative South, so what did I expect?!
There are a few key amendments in other states that disappoint me as well. Eight states had an amendment on their ballot for banning gay marriage. 7 of the 8 passed it.
Why not let them get married?
I am pleased, however, that in Missouri, an amendment on stem cell research passed. I hear it was close though.
Overall, I don't really trust politicians on either side. Spinmasters!!
I do think it was time for a change though.
There are a few key amendments in other states that disappoint me as well. Eight states had an amendment on their ballot for banning gay marriage. 7 of the 8 passed it.
Why not let them get married?
I am pleased, however, that in Missouri, an amendment on stem cell research passed. I hear it was close though.
Overall, I don't really trust politicians on either side. Spinmasters!!
I do think it was time for a change though.
Monday, November 06, 2006
My public service announcement.
VOTE! Vote, vote, vote!
Seriously people - get out and vote tomorrow.
Well, unless you're a republican. Ah, erhm, just kidding.
Seriously - everybody needs to vote! No matter where you fall on party lines, just go. Vote and be heard.
That is all.
Seriously people - get out and vote tomorrow.
Well, unless you're a republican. Ah, erhm, just kidding.
Seriously - everybody needs to vote! No matter where you fall on party lines, just go. Vote and be heard.
That is all.
Friday, November 03, 2006
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Halloween
Well, Halloween went pretty well. d hated wearing his costume and didn't know what the hell was going on so we skipped the trick or treating.
No big loss there. Next year he'll be in to it.
We got rid of all our candy. Thank you neighborhood kids!
That's about all I suppose. Not a lot of updates there...
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In baby news - I feel the baby move but not enough that I'm still not freaked out when I DON'T feel it. I'm sure everything is fine, I'm just a paranoid nut.
I can't eat sugar without throwing up, but I really want to eat it. I am c r a v i n g some cheesecake but I'm already in my pj's and D won't go get it for me. Blah.
My husband has never been like those guys on TV (think Father of the Bride 2) who will run out and get his pg wife whatever she wants. Nope - not my guy.
Oh well, I guess I can buy my own cheesecake. I wonder if any husbands are like those in the movies?
No big loss there. Next year he'll be in to it.
We got rid of all our candy. Thank you neighborhood kids!
That's about all I suppose. Not a lot of updates there...
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In baby news - I feel the baby move but not enough that I'm still not freaked out when I DON'T feel it. I'm sure everything is fine, I'm just a paranoid nut.
I can't eat sugar without throwing up, but I really want to eat it. I am c r a v i n g some cheesecake but I'm already in my pj's and D won't go get it for me. Blah.
My husband has never been like those guys on TV (think Father of the Bride 2) who will run out and get his pg wife whatever she wants. Nope - not my guy.
Oh well, I guess I can buy my own cheesecake. I wonder if any husbands are like those in the movies?
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