I'm going to stop watching these videos now. Not sure how I got onto it. Anyway - this was another one that I liked. It shows how hard it is but how you wouldn't have it any other way. I decided to post it because it brought tears to my eyes (happy ones don't worry!).
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Too too funny
I came across this today and laughed and laughed. I thought I'd share it because it gives a great depiction of what it is like for us to go out, all together. I'm not as bothered by it as it shows on here. I understand that the questions are not usually meant to be mean or hurtful. And it is an oddity. I might as well admit it! I probably would have looked too! Actually I do! I'm worse now than ever.
Anyway - I just think that it is great that someone actually videotaped the experience of going out with triplets and an older child. So, if you are curious, check out this link. And like I said - I don't take it this seriously but it really is like you see here and I've heard every single one of these comments. I do like how the parents answered some of the things. Pretty good!
Anyway - I just think that it is great that someone actually videotaped the experience of going out with triplets and an older child. So, if you are curious, check out this link. And like I said - I don't take it this seriously but it really is like you see here and I've heard every single one of these comments. I do like how the parents answered some of the things. Pretty good!
Monday, November 16, 2009
The volume of our lives
The kids were so bored. They were just crying and whining and picking on each other and fighting over toys. Every once in a while I pull out the pots and pans because it keeps them busy for awhile and gives them something new to do. I choose that sound over the sound of whining and crying. I definitely prefer it. But it is loud and I just had to chuckle at what 4 boys banging on pots and pans sounds like. It is always so loud at our house and I just had to get pictures of this to remember it by. Not only are they banging on the pans but they are screaming and yelling along with it. Evan decides to clap halfway through. Oh it's just funny.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Liam decides to walk
Yesterday we had some friends over and Liam decided that it was going to be the day that he started walking. Once he had tried a few and it worked out ok he was a lot more confident and just kept doing more and more. Way to go Liam!
Friday, November 13, 2009
Never caught up
For once, a week flew by. That's likely because I had a good friend visit for a couple of days. I got to go for a pedicure and out with my husband to see a comedian and then he was off on Wednesday. Yesterday was moms and tots and now here it is, friday already! I'm so glad. I wish that that meant I was all caught up on my stuff to do but that never really happens does it? I used to get that feeling sometimes. Back when it was just Caden and I during the day. Going from one kid to four kids in one fell swoop definitely takes adjusting to and after a year - I'm still not used to it. I still want to get my errands run and groceries purchased and all my housework done, during the day, while Justin is at work. HA HA HA. That will not ever happen again. That's disconcerting to me. I'm a slow learner I guess. I'm also having a hard time admitting, even after a year of trying to get 'caught up' and it never happening, that it never will.
My big job right now is trying to realize that everything does not NEED to be done. No one else expects me to (without any hired helped )take care of 3 one yr. olds and one 3 yr. old while also having a completely spotless house, stocked fridge, clean laundry and lovely crafts, done by my children on the clean walls. They probably also don't expect me to have both vehicles clean, the garage and every other room in my house completely organized, and all my christmas gifts purchased by now. They likely wouldn't even be ashamed of me for having bad hair, bad clothes and not as many showers as I might like to be having. Not to mention keeping in touch with all my friends and family in the way that I would like to. And Yet - I seem to be expecting at least that much of myself and a tonne more - like a part time job so that I can help with expenses. When I write it down I can see the ridiculousness of it. BUT - I can't stop trying to get there. It's insane.
All that said, I do spend a lot of time with the kids. That's not too much of a struggle. They are stinkin' adorable and I can't hug them enough so that part of it is going ok. I know how to stop doing and start playing with the kids. But during their 2 hour nap I should be able to do all those things listed above right? :)
I have to laugh at myself and you can to if you like! Life at our house is kind of funny most of the time.
So - while I admit to dissatisfaction issues as far as keeping up with stuff goes, the satisfaction I feel when I look at these beautiful kids far outweighs that. I absolutely love my family and we are already having so much fun together. The kids are doing new things everyday and becoming more and more a part of everything. We are starting to really feel like a family of 6. I can't take enough pictures or enough videos. Every moment is so precious. I want to capture each of their little laughs and the little noises they make. They are each so unique. It's just fabulous.
Well, anyway - there are some thoughts from today! I guess I'd better go and get back to my 'to do' list! :)
My big job right now is trying to realize that everything does not NEED to be done. No one else expects me to (without any hired helped )take care of 3 one yr. olds and one 3 yr. old while also having a completely spotless house, stocked fridge, clean laundry and lovely crafts, done by my children on the clean walls. They probably also don't expect me to have both vehicles clean, the garage and every other room in my house completely organized, and all my christmas gifts purchased by now. They likely wouldn't even be ashamed of me for having bad hair, bad clothes and not as many showers as I might like to be having. Not to mention keeping in touch with all my friends and family in the way that I would like to. And Yet - I seem to be expecting at least that much of myself and a tonne more - like a part time job so that I can help with expenses. When I write it down I can see the ridiculousness of it. BUT - I can't stop trying to get there. It's insane.
All that said, I do spend a lot of time with the kids. That's not too much of a struggle. They are stinkin' adorable and I can't hug them enough so that part of it is going ok. I know how to stop doing and start playing with the kids. But during their 2 hour nap I should be able to do all those things listed above right? :)
I have to laugh at myself and you can to if you like! Life at our house is kind of funny most of the time.
So - while I admit to dissatisfaction issues as far as keeping up with stuff goes, the satisfaction I feel when I look at these beautiful kids far outweighs that. I absolutely love my family and we are already having so much fun together. The kids are doing new things everyday and becoming more and more a part of everything. We are starting to really feel like a family of 6. I can't take enough pictures or enough videos. Every moment is so precious. I want to capture each of their little laughs and the little noises they make. They are each so unique. It's just fabulous.
Well, anyway - there are some thoughts from today! I guess I'd better go and get back to my 'to do' list! :)
Sunday, November 08, 2009
A Lone Light of Red in a Sea of Green
The date was Saturday, August November (thanks Crystal for the correction) the 7th, 2009. A day that will live on in the lore of an entire nation. It is the day the Rider's clinched first place in the Western Division. Their foes were the powerhouse team from Calgary, Alberta, the Stampeders.... my team. I wasn't going to go to the game but a day before, my friend Todd phoned me to offer me a free ticket. The only problem is I had to sit with his Rider Family. I thought long and hard about whether or not I should go, but my team needed me so who am I to say no to fate. In hindsight, perhaps I should have worn less Stampeder gear.
It started as soon as I stepped out of my car at Todd's house. There were boos and choruses of "Stamps Suck" and that was just coming from my friend Todd and his family. The brother-in-law (who got us the tickets) was even searching for some homeless guy to take to the game instead. But in Regina, even the homeless have season tickets so none could be found. They were stuck with me.
In the 10 blocks or so it takes to walk to the stadium, nearly every second car had to slow down, roll down their windows and yell some kind of Stampeder slur in my direction. I took it all and smiled back because I knew, the last laugh would be mine. Let the Rider faithful have their fun. Stamps will rule in the end.
Little did I know. Oh, so little....
When we arrived at the stadium, as you can imagine, the comments continued. All I could see in every direction was green. Even the grass which is usually brown by now was holding on until after the game to change. We slowly made our way up into the outer atmosphere until we found our seats, as far from the field as nearly possible. At first I enjoyed this vantage point. It was good to see the game unfold and be able to see everything that is happening. What I didn't take into account was the walk of shame after the game was done. The long, long walk.
Instead of stairs in the stadium, there are long ramps that go back and forth as they meander down to ground level. As I walked down these ramps, surrounded by the enthusiastic and heavily inebriated Rider crowd, I was the source of much, much jeering. Every time I would round one corner to start my descent, a Rider fan felt it was necessary to Boo me. It was kind of funny for the first 6243 levels, but after 6244, it was getting a bit old. Especially since about 10 other fans in the area decided to join in about half way down.
The jeers continued until I reached my car. I even stopped to have my picture taken with some rider fans who thought yelling in my ear and saying "Rider's are number one" and "Stamps Suck" would be a good photo op. I am sure it will turn up on face book somewhere.
At last, I reached my car and I shut the door. The peacefulness of that moment will live on in my memory for ever. The ordeal was over. I slowly made my way home pondering what had occurred. All in all, I had a great time. I enjoy the ribbing. It makes it fun. And partly I am glad the Stamps lost because if they had won, I may not have gotten out of there alive. I looked back on my evening happily, that is until I got out my car at home and someone drove by, rolled down his window and yelled "We're number one". Ah, Rider fans.
- Justin
It started as soon as I stepped out of my car at Todd's house. There were boos and choruses of "Stamps Suck" and that was just coming from my friend Todd and his family. The brother-in-law (who got us the tickets) was even searching for some homeless guy to take to the game instead. But in Regina, even the homeless have season tickets so none could be found. They were stuck with me.
In the 10 blocks or so it takes to walk to the stadium, nearly every second car had to slow down, roll down their windows and yell some kind of Stampeder slur in my direction. I took it all and smiled back because I knew, the last laugh would be mine. Let the Rider faithful have their fun. Stamps will rule in the end.
Little did I know. Oh, so little....
When we arrived at the stadium, as you can imagine, the comments continued. All I could see in every direction was green. Even the grass which is usually brown by now was holding on until after the game to change. We slowly made our way up into the outer atmosphere until we found our seats, as far from the field as nearly possible. At first I enjoyed this vantage point. It was good to see the game unfold and be able to see everything that is happening. What I didn't take into account was the walk of shame after the game was done. The long, long walk.
Instead of stairs in the stadium, there are long ramps that go back and forth as they meander down to ground level. As I walked down these ramps, surrounded by the enthusiastic and heavily inebriated Rider crowd, I was the source of much, much jeering. Every time I would round one corner to start my descent, a Rider fan felt it was necessary to Boo me. It was kind of funny for the first 6243 levels, but after 6244, it was getting a bit old. Especially since about 10 other fans in the area decided to join in about half way down.
The jeers continued until I reached my car. I even stopped to have my picture taken with some rider fans who thought yelling in my ear and saying "Rider's are number one" and "Stamps Suck" would be a good photo op. I am sure it will turn up on face book somewhere.
At last, I reached my car and I shut the door. The peacefulness of that moment will live on in my memory for ever. The ordeal was over. I slowly made my way home pondering what had occurred. All in all, I had a great time. I enjoy the ribbing. It makes it fun. And partly I am glad the Stamps lost because if they had won, I may not have gotten out of there alive. I looked back on my evening happily, that is until I got out my car at home and someone drove by, rolled down his window and yelled "We're number one". Ah, Rider fans.
- Justin
Friday, November 06, 2009
Go Riders!!
The kids asked to wear their new tshirts and who am I to stop them from showing their rider pride? Looking good boys, looking good!! And check out their cheering. Impressive....
And success of all successes - Caden agreed to put on the tshirt and even cheer! I have to admit it wasn't immediate but in the end he made the best decision.
And success of all successes - Caden agreed to put on the tshirt and even cheer! I have to admit it wasn't immediate but in the end he made the best decision.
Hey Justin, where is your green?
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