Spring Break

At the beginning of March I started panicking about how I was going to keep the kids busy during Spring Break. That's when I got the bright idea to go camping. What was I thinking? Who camps in March? I booked a spot at Champoeg State Park, a place I wanted to check out, and it was close to Jess' work so he could commute from the campground. He actually did it! What an awesome husband!! He woke up every morning in the freezing wet coldness and got ready at the campground bathrooms, then after work he came back. I'm not sure I would have been so nice if I was the one having to go to work.

Despite the rainy moments we still were able to get in lots of bike rides, fishing, games and campfires and the rest of the week were heading to Bend so I'll post more about that later.

Alumni?

I realize with every passing birthday I'm growing older but my mind tells me I'm still young and my husband tells me I still look young. However, I have noticed I don't get carded anymore and not too many are surprised that the three kids attached to my hip are mine. It's not supposed to bother me and for the most part it doesn't but there are times that I'm in awe of how fast time has gone by. For example... Avery and I went to the state dance team competition with both the grandmas, my niece Logan and Vicki-Ann. We all know Vic and I were both on the dance team and have very fond memories of the whole experience. This was my first time back in many, many years to actually watch. I sat by this pleasant girl and in making conversation I asked what team she was rooting for. I was pleased when she said she was here for Clackamas. That's when I should have ended the conversation, but no, I pressed further and said that Vic and I were both on the team. She smiled sweetly and said so was she.......in 07'. WHAT?!?! I guess I was in shock but I should have known by her long hair, tanned face and size 2 jeans that she was a mere baby but than again in my head I look just like her so why wouldn't she be in her 30's too? Anyhow, I think I mumbled what year I actually was on the team and hoped she didn't realize we weren't even in the same decade!

Shamrock run

The Shamrock run was this last Sunday and for some reason I decided to join my SIL in running the 5k. She has become quite the avid runner making sure she gets her run on everyday and has even completed a half marathon. Impressive I know. Me on the other hand spend my time on the treadmill in my garage......walking. I think I must have been having one of those "I'm 30ish" moments when I start thinking what have I done with my life? So I decided I could do this. Well....I did it! I even technically ran the whole way!! It felt pretty good to finish and might even inspire me to go again.

Jean fetish

I have come to the conclusion that I have a serious "jeans" fetish. I have fat jeans, skinny jeans, jeans I wear only with flip flops, jeans I wear only with heels, dressy jeans, casual jeans, camping jeans, dark jeans, light jeans etc... I'm obsessed. I literally wear them everyday and use that as an excuse as to why I have so many of them and feel the need to purchase even more. My only problem is I HATE trying them on in the store. I used to make my sister come with me and we would take a stack of all sizes in the dressing room. She patiently waited and only laughed a little as I would try and squeeze myself into the size I thought I should be. If that particular size didn't fit I wouldn't buy the next size up...no way...I would just move on to the next brand. The only thing I've noticed lately is that if I want to buy my favorite size than the jeans become a little more expensive. Why is that? Why should any pair of jeans cost such a ridiculous amount money? Why doesn't that amount detour me from buying them? Because I LOVE THEM!!

p.s. Thanks mom for my latest pair ♥....and for keeping my obsession alive eventhough Jess has put me on a budget......I think they are my favorite so far!

The Tooth Fairy is a liar.....

Scene I: Aric pulled his tooth out in anticipation of the Tooth Fairy bringing him money.

Reality: Tooth Fairy fell asleep and forgot to come.

Outcome: Aric managed to blame himself saying he moved around a lot during

the night and his tooth got pushed to the side. Being the good parents we are

we went with that story unable to come up with anything better.

Scene II: Aric went to bed again with tooth under pillow.

Reality: Tooth Fairy remembered! Put $2 under pillow with a note saying thanks for the

second chance.

Outcome: Aric awoke, found note, found me and demanded to know why I wrote that note!

Conclusion: At this point Jess joined us and we explained as gently as we could that we were actually the Tooth Fairy. His response was not one we expected......at all. He immediately teared up, shouted that we were LIARS and tried to push past us to retreat to his room. We were talking pretty fast at this point trying to calm him down, while restraining him, and explaining that he could not ruin it for the other two who still believe. He wanted no part of it! In his mind we lied, played a cruel joke and he WOULD NOT be "playing along". I started to panic thinking what have we done? How are we going to convince him that this was supposed to be fun and cute and memorable? After a few minutes, Jess was able to work his magic on him. He agreed to not tell his siblings and we agreed to not make him an accomplice to our lies.

Moral of the story: You're better off not forgetting to put the money under the pillow!!