Today's the last day of May but the weather tonight feels more like the last day of September... super windy, and cold, although the day was beautiful aside from some downpours.
This is a shot of all the flowers lined up together... I think once the planters fill in it will be okay.
Madalynn... you can leave the ice cream that drips on the ground.
Reaching for the moon.... you could see a small sliver rising...
Summer night
Ice cream cone
Barefeet in the grass
The living is good
So literally I'm 'in between jobs right now'... I have one week before I begin my next job. I HAVE to pick out paint for my workspace... If I'm going to work there I have to make it pretty. I'll try to post some before & after pics, although the before is already tainted b/c I have areas painted 6 different colors trying to find the right one... It'll come together.
I'm also determined to get Madalynn used to the camera, so I've had it with us ALL day...
She was out of sorts again today, but not as much as yesterday. I think her molars may be coming in... YES, she has quite a temper....
Loving on her baby... she takes good care of her baby doll, and stuffed animals.
I'm also adding more to my garden... I may have gone overboard in my small front yard... what do you think... too much??
I have two more planters like the brown one by the step along the sidewalk leading up to the door, and 2 round planters on either side of the garage... we'll see.
On a side note Madalynn didn't have a bottle at bedtime tonight but a sippy cup... she did fine, but it makes Mommy sad. I don't like putting away the baby things. As much as I love each stage she's becoming it makes me sad to say good-bye to the one she's leaving. Don't grow up too fast baby girl.
Last day at work was one of mixed emotions, lots of laughter & tears... my dear co-workers had some flowers delivered to me, that brought tears, that was after the tears of when I walked in this morning.
They smell amazing... it was so sweet!!
In other news... there is a grouch in our house!! Madalynn was all out of sorts all afternoon, and as an ADDED bonus we went to get the oil changed in the car, keeping a toddler occupied in a service department waiting area is not a fun time. Especially when said toddler is out of sorts. (I hope she's not getting sick).
I guess she's sick of 4 days of rain & fog too... sunshine is promised for the weekend!! Better times ahead.
Tomorrow I close a book of my life... not a chapter... a book. For the last 14 years I've gotten up everyday, and gone to my parents business where I started in the mailroom, and worked up to management level from there. While I'm so excited to begin the 1st chapter in the new book of my life, closing the old comes with some tears (as change invariably does).
While I doubt I'll miss the job I will miss the relationships. Relationships at work are unique ones. If you work full-time you spend a majority of your waking hours with these people, and it can be fabulous, or it can be horrible. In my tenure I've experienced both. These people see all aspects of your personality as much as your family. They know all the minor, and major details of your life.
Tomorrow I say good-bye to a woman I've worked with for 13 of the last 14 years, that's like knowing someone from kindergarten to senior year. I'm not ready to say good-bye. She's one of those people that I always think "Oh... I can't wait to tell Sue that". While we promise to stay in touch, and maybe we will, I know it will never be the same. Nothing can replace the daily chats... talking about what we watched on TV last night (Friends, ER, Prison Break, etc), how Madalynn slept, how her sons are doing (who were 3 & 6 when we started working together, and now one is in college, & the other is going to get his learner's permit in the fall). She was with me when I got the phone call telling me about Madalynn. She's listened to my dating (or lack thereof) woes. She's always had a kind, encouraging word, a listening ear and great advice for whatever was going on. I count her as one of my best friends.
I feel like I've gone non-stop all weekend, and I had Friday off! It's been a whirlwind between days of cooking & shopping to get ready for the luncheon yesterday, and then today we were up and out early again to head back to my hometown for their annual Memorial Day parade w/ my parents, and brother & his family.
The highlight of the day was driving back to my parents for a cookout, and I had all 4 kids with me in the car. They BELTED out 'It Ain't Me Babe' by Johnny Cash... all of them belly laughing, and singing at the top of their lungs (well as much as Madalynn can sing... although she got the "No, no, no" part down pat). I told my Mom it was one of those PURE moments in life... a sunny shiny day, my favorite people around me, singing at the top of our lungs, not a worry or concern in the world. One of those moments that don't come around often.
A thank you to all our military, and their families past & present for the sacrifices they make everyday for the freedoms we all enjoy. The freedoms that make the moment described above possible.
LOOK AT THE SHOES!!!!
Today we had Madalynn's baby dedication at church. It was a very special day. It was so moving to commit back to God this life He has given to me. This mother's heart prayer & cry is that she will
Then we had a lovely luncheon at my parents house with family & friends.
I made these cupcakes w/ pink chocolate 'M's on the top...
Okay... ready for the big announcement??
I walked into work today, and gave my 2 weeks notice. June 7th I will begin a new work from home job, that I am beside myself excited about!!! Did you get that?? WORK FROM HOME!!!
I've been praying for this since Madalynn came home over a year ago... God is good.
Okay... I'm a day late in reviewing TV for last week, but I do have to chase the fastest 22 month old on the planet (I swear... my Dad says 'She's got a motor on her').
Sunday night; "Amazing Race 14" finale. Down to the final 3...
Weds Night; "American Idol"... Final 3 down to the final 2.
(I'm so done with reality TV)
Friday Night; "Prison Break" (or as I call it "Watch the pretty boys run" )SERIES finale... this is it ... all done... 2 hour movie event.
On another note... Friday night was the Farrah Fawcet documentary, and I will say up front that I didn't watch it. It's tragic that she's battling cancer. However, it's tragic whenever somebody is dying/battling cancer. We live in a society that elevates celebrities to god status for a reason I will never understand.
It makes me think of the Tim McGraw song 'Beautiful People'... those of us 'who'll never make the cover of People magazine'. If you've never heard it... check it out.
Stay tuned for a big life change announcement this week!!
Does it make a bad Mom for having a 'pizza picnic' in the living room tonight for dinner (leftover pizza at that!) while watching a DVD??
For our first Mother's Day outing we went to a farm a couple of miles from my parents house... it was such fun. As an added bonus... Madalynn was free (she's under 2), and Mom's were free for Mother's Day weekend.... whooo0-hoooo!!!!
Madalynn wasn't too sure at first, but then she warmed up to the animals. The first thing we saw were the baby cows... they were so sweet...
This is George
This is Norman (not sure if that's a nod to City Slickers or not??)
The Chase is On!!! They are both running in this picture...
This is me chasing after Madalynn....
Madalynn... you are my heart, my joy, and my love. I adore watching you grow, and discover the world. I love watching your personality emerge... a silly, fun-loving, attack life at full speed, independent, sweet girl. Mommy loves you bunches, and bunches, and bunches, and bunches!! Thanks for making me a Mom!!!
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