Woke up this morning to my wonderful 'friend'...I have no idea why it was named that as it should be called the 'enemy'
I try to give my kids enough information about the world for their age. So the older ones have known for a couple of years now all about women and their 'time of the month'.
When my 'friend' visits me I let them all know to BEWARE OF MOM. I find it helps to alleviate any unnecessary bullsh**...OK I like to think that way of course the day to day drama doesn't stop because I have cramps but it makes me feel a little better that I warned these guys that I am very very testy.
It's funny how as you get older your period begins to change...or rather you change the way you feel about it. When it first came into my life I hated it yet I felt COOL because I had what everyone else was talking about. Then of course it was always an indication of no baby on board or baby on board
Now it's just a pain in the a** another perk pf being a freakin woman

So I packed them all into the car for a nice family night out...NOT. Thank goodness I used the pass before the 30 days is all I have to say because there was NOTHING to do.
The basketball courts were over run one side by older males the other by young teens. There was no method to the madness no way to get a ball on the court edge wise so that was not happening.
I asked the front desk what we could do including Cullen (9) the only thing he could do was use the tennis court however you have to sign up on advance and it was booked for the night.
About the only people that were enjoying themselves on this outing was Neva and Isaiah the youngest in the child watch area. We did not stay long at all.
The pool is about the only thing we can do as a family but that will not be done until the end of next month as it is being renovated.
I tried to salvage the night by seeing if we could use the membership at the Easton Y which is in the town where my Mom lives not too far from us. I am told in order to do that I would have to pay half of a visitors pass for all of us even though I have paid for 3 months of a family pass up front?
PURE CRAZINESS!!!! I tried but tomorrow I am getting that money back besides the good weather will be here before I know it and we can use the world as our gym

I purchased a family membership for the Y thinking this would be a great way to spend time as a family with the kids as it has a little bit of everything to offer. Plus they have FREE did I say FREE child watch for Geneva (10 months). I thought this would be a great way to get her used to a daycare setting for when I go back to work soon.
So tonight after dinner the kids and I will venture out to the Y for a little game of Basketball. Funny how my oldest Darian (13) seems to think I know nothing of the game. I hope my skills are still there as I can't wait to see his face when I get the ball in...nothing but net baby
That kid seems to think that I was born a Mom and as a Mom it is my duty to have no life in me but to sit here knitting or something
I am actually pretty excited for this time as it should be fun. I love playing with my kids being active with them. It helps my mind and I am sure we are creating some good memories as well.
So soon we will be off to the gym hopefully I will not pull or break something with my old a**

Last night after my oldest came home from the library..I was at full capacity. All my little boogers were here. I held my breath and said to myself let the games begin.
The kids are usually pretty good with each other for a half hour at best after that they begin to pick and fight. Of course I do my motherly duty and try to calm it but it consumes my time let me tell you.
Last night was the first time in a LONG LONG time that I had all the kids in the house without fighting. I had finished cooking dinner...sitting in the kitchen I began to sort of panic. Wait a minute listen to that???? No noise no fighting..no banging..no crying. Tell you the truth I began to think I was in the wrong house
It was very nice once I got used to the peacefulness. The oldest ones did fight around 8:30PM or so so they gave me a good hunk of time with pure peace...for that I am thankful as I don't get too many days like that let me tell you

When you make friends and become close you share in their emotions. Your a friend through the good times sharing laughter, jokes. If your truly a good friend you will be there when their shedding tears from a broken heart.
It's funny how I have come to meet so many good friends here on the stream yet I have never met any of them face to face. I must say that the quality of the friends I have made here is unbelievable.
I changed my icon as one of my close friends whom I love immensley has suffered a huge loss. This loss is one that I can never imagine going through never the less I want to be here for my friend.
Not a moment goes by through the past few days that I don't think of her, her situation. I feel helpless as I want to do something...anything to comfort the wonderful person she is however miles are between us so I am limited.
Dear friend if you feel up to it and read this know that I care for you from the bottom of my heart. I am here for you giving you the space you need at this moment. If you need me I am here always.
Your broken heart is not to be carried alone sweet girl I am right here with you..please remember that your not alone.
I love you girl. God bless KB may you rest in peace knowing you are loved forever by Mommy, Daddy and so many others including myself. You are truly an angel sent from heaven above to bless us with your presence if only for a little while.