Papa & me

Geoff, Papa & me, 1999

It’s funny, you would think that having a blog, I’d want to share more than enough information with you. But frankly, there are some things I want to keep private, and the reason for that is bad information.

I don’t want to share some things that are personal because people misinterpret them and then pass along this info wrong. And I don’t want things getting twisted or shared with people who don’t know me.

Anyways, that being said, I have some stuff going on, and I don’t want to talk about it. I’m dealing with it.

Onto lighter things.

Kevin was here this week. We filled him up with yummy home cooked food, then Wednesday night, rather than the Bull & Bush, we opted for the closer (and still yummy) McCabe’s Irish Pub. He & Elijah got even closer, and I think they both are looking forward to future playdates.

Did I mention I get to see Cindy this month? I couldn’t be happier about that.

Tuesday we went to the zoo. It was pretty busy (free day), but we didn’t notice the crowds until we got to Polar Bears (one of my favs) and we could barely move the stroller. At that point Miles was ready to leave, so we pushed through there, glanced at the giraffes on our way to the exit and drove home. I think we’ll consider a yearly pass, then we can go whenever we want and it won’t be so busy.

I’m already trying to practice getting pics of the boys for Christmas, here’s my best attempt at getting them to sit near each other and smile.

Oh, and Geoff wanted me to post this picture of someone he found in the lawn two weeks ago.

Sunday is Geoff’s big race. Go on his blog or his facebook wall and wish him good luck.

I’m gonna close with a quote from Arrested Development.

Lucille: The company is in danger.
Michael: What tipped you off? The falling profit margins or the fact that we’re a regular feature on Bill O’Reilly’s most ridiculous item of the day?

We’ve had a few days already where it feels like fall. Our tree in the backyard has nearly lost all its leaves. And Geoff has already bought a second snow shovel, since you never know.

I’ve been feeling really worn down the last two weeks. Miles hasn’t been sleeping well, and it’s taking a toll on me. Pray for me, and for Miles to start sleeping better. Thankfully last night he only woke once.

A busy week ahead. Tomorrow I’m taking the boys to the zoo, and Wednesday I have to take Honey Cat to the vet for her check-up. Kevin is working here this week, so he’s crashing with us. We’ll try to do a dinner out on Wednesday night, perhaps to the Bull & Bush Pub. Haven’t been back there in probably two years, so it will be neat.

Geoff has his marathon on Sunday, and he’s convinced it’s going to snow. Snow I can deal with, if it rains, I’ll be upset. In the event of rain, we might not make it to watch. I just can’t wrangle kids, umbrellas, and a sign.

The end of the month with bring Diane & Grandma Joyce here. This will be the first time Grandma Joyce will meet her two great grandkids. I’m very happy for her, as who knows when we would make it up to Ottawa.

Also at the end of the month is Kevin & Alison’s move. I am excited for that, and we’ve already welcomed them (and Kevin’s mom) to join us for Thanksgiving.

Speaking of which, Happy Thanksgiving to my Canadian family & friends.

I’m going to close with a quote from Anchorman.

Ron Burgundy: Boy, that escalated quickly… I mean, that really got out of hand fast.
Champ Kind: It jumped up a notch.
Ron Burgundy: It did, didn’t it?
Brick Tamland: Yeah, I stabbed a man in the heart.
Ron Burgundy: I saw that. Brick killed a guy. Did you throw a trident?
Brick Tamland: Yeah, there were horses, and a man on fire, and I killed a guy with a trident.
Ron Burgundy: Brick, I’ve been meaning to talk to you about that. You should find yourself a safehouse or a relative close by. Lay low for a while, because you’re probably wanted for murder.

September had no birthdays (save for my girlfriend Amy), so here is October’s list.

Birthday wishes to Jen & Kaisara! Have a great year!

Man this month has felt so long. I’m ready for a new one.

My cousin Rhonda says Grandpa is looking good. Praise God, because I was playing Worst Case Scenario in my head and it was no fun. Since the little one has no passport, the only option would be to drive to Canada. And a road trip just the two of us did not appeal to me at all!

Needless to say, it has given me the kick in the butt to finally apply for his passport. I’ve had the application sitting on my counter for a few months. We’re going to go take the picture today.

Haven’t done much this week. Worried about Grandpa, Elijah had a fever off and on for 2 days (probably tooth related), Miles got another tooth. Yesterday we went to Nature Center, and Elijah was not interested in paying attention at all. But he still likes gymnastics. Monday will be his last class, so we will have to talk about whether we will sign him up again.

Have I mentioned how excited I am that Twin Peaks is finally being released on DVD (October 30)? We’re talking the whole series, plus pilot, plus extras! The only downside is the price. I gotta save my pennies. But in honor of that, I’ll close with a quote from it.

Sheriff Truman: Jelly donuts?
Dale Cooper: Harry, that goes without saying.

Okay, so here’s the situation.

My Grandpa is in the hospital and had surgery today. As I understand it they couldn’t do the surgery they wanted, so they had to go to plan B. He is currently trying to recover, but they don’t have a room for him. There is someone else ahead of him waiting on a room. I picture an episode of House when the girl had to have a lumbar puncture in a hallway because there were no rooms.

This is the quality health care Michael Moore is trying to sell you. 🙂

Sigh. Just keep my Grandpa John, and the family in your prayers.

**Updated at 9pm**
Grandpa has a room in ICU and is recovery. Mom says his color looks okay, he was sleeping so she didn’t speak with him. Keep praying.

Elijah must have Daddy’s holiday spirit, because the last two weeks he’s been asking when we can get a Christmas tree. Those who don’t know, I’m married to a loony who sings Christmas songs year round. God bless him, he’s a good man, I can’t help but love him (looniness and all).

It’s official, Kevin & Alison are moving here! They’ll pack up their life in SoCal and move here in November.

A new store opened up at Southlands, The Cookie Company. So I went to check it out yesterday, buying 4 cookies in an attempt to get an idea of what they offer. The lady even threw in 3 day olds for free. They were all tasty, so I will definitely go back, as well as hype it to the locals. The store originated in Nebraska, this is it’s first location outside of that state.

In tv news, Psych is done until January, Burn Notice isn’t coming back until next summer, and House is back on Tuesday. The BN finale was really good, it’s going to be a long wait. If you didn’t see it this season, you should try and catch the show. I think Mike would like it, it co-stars an actor he likes, Bruce Campbell. But mostly people watch it for Jeffrey Donovon who is awesome (and easy on the eyes)

I’ll close with a quote from Burn Notice.

Sam: Here ya go, Doug: my lucky vest.
Michael: It’ll look great over my shirt.
Doug: Thanks.
Sam: It’s a little worn, but it’ll do the trick.
Doug: Are these bullet holes?
Sam: Yeah, I broke it in for ya

1. Who is your man?
Geoffrey

2. How long have you been together?
12 years

3. Dating/Engaged/Married?
Married 10 years

4. How old is your man?
Big 3-0

5. What’s his middle name?
Stuart

♥You or your man♥

1. Who eats more?
He does. I eat smaller meals.

2. Who said “I love you” first?
Eep, I don’t remember. Maybe me.

3. Who weighs more?
He does, by about 30 lbs.

4. Who sings better?
Me, but he ain’t too shabby.

5. Who’s older?
Me, by 3 months (to the day)

6. Who’s smarter?
which one has a PhD? You tell me. 🙂

DIFFERENT WAYS
7. Who’s temper is worse?
ha ha, I pick him.

8. Who does the laundry?
ha ha ha, lucky me.

9. Who does the dishes?
Usually me.

10. Who sleeps on the right side of the bed?
How do you decide which is the right side? If you are looking at the bed, it’s me.

11. Who’s feet are bigger?
Geoff’s.

12. Who’s hair is longer?
Me, by a long shot.

13. Who’s better with the computer?
Geoff

14. Who mows the lawn?
Boy’s work, Geoff does it.

15. Who pays the bills?
We pay bills? Geoff does.

16. Who cooks dinner?
We take turns.

17. Who drives when you are together?
We take turns with that too. Depends on where and how far we’re going.

18. Who pays when you go out to dinner?
Geoff, unless he’s holding the kids.

19. Who’s the most stubborn?
Me, I think.

20. Who is the first one to admit when they’re wrong?
Me, I think.

21. Who’s parents do you see more?
Geoff’s, but we only see our parents once or twice a year.

22. Who named your dog?
No dog yet, but Honey Cat already had a name and it suited her.

23. Who kissed who first?
He kissed me first.

24. Who asked who out?
I think I prompted him to ask me.

26. Who’s more sensitive?
He is, I’m a robot.

27. Who’s taller?
Geoff

28. Who has more friends?
Me!

29. Who has more siblings?
We each have one sibling.

30. Who wears the pants in the relationship?
He does, but like Amy says, girls pants are nicer.

Let’s get the Ugh out of the way. I’m super tired, I have been for days. Haven’t been getting enough good sleep. Miles has been waking up at 4am, and he’s hungry. Add to that a few nights of not getting to bed before 11:30am, and it makes for a run down Mommy. Now I have a sore throat, and it’s either

A) a result of not enough sleep or
B) allergies.

Let’s talk about Yay. Kevin & Ali came out to visit this weekend. I had to keep that secret until they told their folks (a few days before they came). I think they had a great time. Reason for the trip? A possible job transfer for Kevin. So now we’re praying the two of them take the plunge. Kevin was totally in love in Colorado (who wouldn’t be), and Ali even got some possible job leads. Also, they have another friend who lives in Denver. Pretty exciting stuff.

Geoff needs lodging for his California trip next month. For dates or to offer him a spare bed, contact him. Or even if you want to join him for a night out to Vegas.

I’m hoping to add pictures on Shutterfly today or tomorrow. Amy & I are meeting up this week for alone time, no kids! And I have errands I want to do this week.

I’m going to close with a quote from 28 Days.

Betty: Tonight’s lecture: “What’s wrong with celebrating sobriety by getting drunk?”

That’s the sound of life going along.

Last week, we went out to the Nature Center again. It’s becoming a regular Thursday for us. On Saturday the boys and I walked up to Southlands, and Geoff met us there after his run. I was able to get a new pair of jeans, since I only own two pairs of pants. I’m down to my smallest size ever (as an adult). I can’t explain it. Breastfeeding and exercise. I’m donating all my old clothes to the Denver Rescue Mission. I hope that I won’t ever get that big again. I am holding onto my maternity clothes though. Just in case.

For lunch on Saturday, we attempted paninis. Yumm-o! Some chicken & provolone on french bread. All it needed would have been pesto to be divine.

This morning, Elijah had his first gymnastics class. I’ll try to get some pictures next week. Wasn’t sure how it would play out, and now that I know, I should be able to snap a few next time. He spent a lot of time running around, and we’ll practice some of the things he learned. It’s pretty laid back, only 8 kids in the class.

I’m going to close with a quote from A Bug’s Life. I nearly have it memorized.

Rosie: So that’s how my twelfth husband died. So, now I’m a widow. Well, I’ve always been a black widow, so now I’m a black widow widow.