Chunky Treat

I'm still getting used to this new area and really enjoying Virginia for the most part. The weather is fabulous (it's over 70 degrees today!) and the people are really friendly. However, I'm still not won over by the area grocery stores. It seemed like I was really warming up to Kroger's, but a recent development has made me question my new loyalties.

The only egg nog on their shelves was a store brand. I am definitely a big fan of Egg Nog so I eagerly picked up this version. That evening I waited till the kids were in bed, got all set for some relaxation and poured myself a cup of my long-awaited egg nog. Only, it didn't exactly "pour" into the cup, it more or less "plopped" into it. It seemed there were more chunks than liquid. After gagging a bit, I actually returned the container to the fridge hoping that I could give it another chance. Unfortunately the whole thing has been dumped and the bottle is now in the recycle bin.

Next stop: Ukrops

Shaken

This weekend I learned that one of the couples that I've always looked up to is getting divorced. It has really affected me. I just always thought of them as the kind of people I wanted to mirror my relationships after. Funny how divorce can have such far reaching effects.

Un-Inheritance

Things I forgot I about my mom in the past two months that I refuse to adopt in my own lifestyle:

1. Wearing PJs to family get-togethers

2. Non-stop talking including following the victim everywhere (especially bathroom) without as much as taking a breath between words.

3. Refusing gifts. True story, we gave her a gift for the new house, kind of a housewarming/birthday present. She opened it, immediately started crying and told me to take it back. I was hurt but hid it well and casually asked why. Her response was "I just can't be burdened with more stuff. I know it's really beautiful and would match the house perfectly, but I can't let the devil burden me with this." Just great, now I'm the devil because I picked out a tasteful gift....

4. Passive-Agressive Manipulation. Example: I know you're really tired since you just drove through the night by yourself and you just fell asleep, but I was wondering if I could trouble you for the wipes since the baby has messed his pants. Actually since you're awake now, I'm sure you'd like to change him since he really misses you. And I'm just too busy right now. Really, where did she learn all these "polite manipulation" tactics??

"Krista"-lized

Make room Krista. After this weekend, I think I'm entitled to a spot on the "supermom" pedestal!!!

Up All Night

Tonight I'm driving to New Hampshire -- with the kids . On the trip down to Virginia I was spared from ALL driving so this will be a little scary for me. Plus, I've been trying to force myself to get extra sleep so I can stay up the entire night tonight; however, the more I try, the more I fail. On top of this, my daughter seems especially talkative today and the youngest boy is increasingly whiny. So if you think of me on the road, please send up a quick prayer that I won't get lost (my specialty) and that I'll be patient.

Ugh

After reading Big A's post regarding the top things that really bug him, I got to thinking. Oddly enough, despite my protests, leaving the toilet seat up really isn't something that bothers me. However, using my vehicle, changing all the seat/mirror/radio stations does irk me! That one's for you gagknee!

Abnormal Psych

While other mothers search their school kid's bags in fear of what they'll find, I often do the bookbag sweep to keep out odd collections or things that might smell bad if not removed -- you know old snacks, interesting shells and rocks, etc. So what did I find today? A ziploc bag heaping full with pencil shavings. For some reason, my son will not let me throw it out because it somehow has special meaning??!!??

Miss Me?

Something about being without wheels completely stopped the churning in my head. But alas, I am once again the proud owner of a "soccer mom" vehicle and, oddly enough, I have the inspiration to write.

I guess the fact that most of my online time has been spent revising my resume and writing cover letters could be a factor in my complete disappearance from the blogging scene. But whatever. I'm back and all is right in the world again!