No need to be fancy, right? Now I can actually read what I post...
xoxo
-P-
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Mom's shouldn't get sick...
I work in health care, but I am not a health care worker. My dad always wanted me to be a nurse. I couldn't handle it no matter how much you paid me (I give nurses all the credit in the world for all that they do and moreover all that they deal with on a daily basis).
I do, however, take quite well of my family members when they are sick. I have spent many nights tending to upset tummys, fever, croup, and even made a few trips to the emergency room. Hubs had also needed tending to (food poising... only once was it my fault). So, when the "nurse" gets sick... who takes care of her?
I have only been really sick twice in the past 10 years. I mean really sick. Can't get out of bed sick. The first time was many years ago when both of the kids were little (I think they were around 5yrs and 7yrs old). I had a friends wedding to go to, and my mom was over watching the kids (hubs had to work). I was only able to make it through the ceremony and promptly had to leave. Luckily my mom was able to stay and take care of the kids as I lay miserably in bed.
This most recent time was just a few days ago. I had gone to the doctor about my irritated throat, and then subsided to chills, fever and a horrendous sinus infection. Again, hubs had to go to work. As I lay on the couch, wrapped in blankets, my wonderful daughter emerges from the kitchen with a cup of green tea and a piece of toast... cut into very small pieces so I could try to swallow them without having to chew too many times (these were her words). She had closed all the windows so I didn't get more chilled (her words again), and she also made herself dinner and had warmed up some leftover pizza for her brother. I started to cry... not because I felt terrible, but because of how wonderful my daughter is. I sipped my tea, and tried to eat the entire piece of toast. I was feeling better already.
The next day, I felt well enough to drive my daughter to school. I told her that I was to thankful for her help yesterday and that I was so proud of her for taking care of me and her brother. She said it was no big deal... just that she was doing what I would do if she were sick. After she had gotten out of the car, I started to cry again...
Mom's still shouldn't get sick... but if they do, hopefully they have an amazing daughter like I do!
xoxo
-P-
I do, however, take quite well of my family members when they are sick. I have spent many nights tending to upset tummys, fever, croup, and even made a few trips to the emergency room. Hubs had also needed tending to (food poising... only once was it my fault). So, when the "nurse" gets sick... who takes care of her?
I have only been really sick twice in the past 10 years. I mean really sick. Can't get out of bed sick. The first time was many years ago when both of the kids were little (I think they were around 5yrs and 7yrs old). I had a friends wedding to go to, and my mom was over watching the kids (hubs had to work). I was only able to make it through the ceremony and promptly had to leave. Luckily my mom was able to stay and take care of the kids as I lay miserably in bed.
This most recent time was just a few days ago. I had gone to the doctor about my irritated throat, and then subsided to chills, fever and a horrendous sinus infection. Again, hubs had to go to work. As I lay on the couch, wrapped in blankets, my wonderful daughter emerges from the kitchen with a cup of green tea and a piece of toast... cut into very small pieces so I could try to swallow them without having to chew too many times (these were her words). She had closed all the windows so I didn't get more chilled (her words again), and she also made herself dinner and had warmed up some leftover pizza for her brother. I started to cry... not because I felt terrible, but because of how wonderful my daughter is. I sipped my tea, and tried to eat the entire piece of toast. I was feeling better already.
The next day, I felt well enough to drive my daughter to school. I told her that I was to thankful for her help yesterday and that I was so proud of her for taking care of me and her brother. She said it was no big deal... just that she was doing what I would do if she were sick. After she had gotten out of the car, I started to cry again...
Mom's still shouldn't get sick... but if they do, hopefully they have an amazing daughter like I do!
xoxo
-P-
Thursday, May 21, 2009
What "click" are you in?
I returned home today from my first real overnight chaperon trip. I ventured South with my daughter's school to a water park in Ohio. It's smaller-sized, equipped with all of the necessities to keep a large group of 10 and 11 year old's occupied for approximately 6 hours.... we were there for 24 hours... chaperons were not allowed to frequent the hotel bar... luckily I brought my Zanax...
Although I could probably write an entire post on my experiences with the children (the "boy drama" alone can make your head spin), I would rather share my enlightening experiences with the other parents on the trip...
I do not spend much time with other school parents (I use the "working mom" excuse for what it is... an excuse... but it's more by choice) There are that very select few that I choose to socialize with outside of school functions, but I only know the rest of them as "Billy's mom" or "Suzie's dad". I am totally fine with this...
I made some observations of the parental "clicks" at our trip... they closely mirror those of the children we were supervising:
- the "popular" parents: These are the parents that almost everyone wants to be friends with. The ones that are active on the PTA and put on the fake smile when greeting you as if they really want to be your friend too, as they make snide comments when you walk away. They are the "go to" people for the teachers... as if they need to consult with them before making any decisions.
- the "nerd" parents: The ones that organize the crafts and "fun" activities for the kids (not really realizing that children this age do not care to do crafts on a school trip). They strive to be included with the "popular" parents, but just never get to that level. Usually used and abused by the teachers... but they do not seem to care.
- the "outcast" parents: These are the ones that hang on the outskirts of the other groups, usually being loud and obnoxious, and causing as much trouble, if not more, than the kids. They organize the pranks and are looked down upon by the teachers. These parents don't seem to care. They spent a lot of time and energy talking about the "nerd" and "popular" parents.
What "click" do I belong to? None of them. Similar to my experiences in school, I am usually pleasant to everyone, but really not part of any particular "click". I am totally fine with this...
I spent my day reading a book, sipping on a Cappuccino, and actually trying to watch the kids... all while listening in on the conversations of "boy drama".
xoxo
-P-
Although I could probably write an entire post on my experiences with the children (the "boy drama" alone can make your head spin), I would rather share my enlightening experiences with the other parents on the trip...
I do not spend much time with other school parents (I use the "working mom" excuse for what it is... an excuse... but it's more by choice) There are that very select few that I choose to socialize with outside of school functions, but I only know the rest of them as "Billy's mom" or "Suzie's dad". I am totally fine with this...
I made some observations of the parental "clicks" at our trip... they closely mirror those of the children we were supervising:
- the "popular" parents: These are the parents that almost everyone wants to be friends with. The ones that are active on the PTA and put on the fake smile when greeting you as if they really want to be your friend too, as they make snide comments when you walk away. They are the "go to" people for the teachers... as if they need to consult with them before making any decisions.
- the "nerd" parents: The ones that organize the crafts and "fun" activities for the kids (not really realizing that children this age do not care to do crafts on a school trip). They strive to be included with the "popular" parents, but just never get to that level. Usually used and abused by the teachers... but they do not seem to care.
- the "outcast" parents: These are the ones that hang on the outskirts of the other groups, usually being loud and obnoxious, and causing as much trouble, if not more, than the kids. They organize the pranks and are looked down upon by the teachers. These parents don't seem to care. They spent a lot of time and energy talking about the "nerd" and "popular" parents.
What "click" do I belong to? None of them. Similar to my experiences in school, I am usually pleasant to everyone, but really not part of any particular "click". I am totally fine with this...
I spent my day reading a book, sipping on a Cappuccino, and actually trying to watch the kids... all while listening in on the conversations of "boy drama".
xoxo
-P-
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Hello stranger...
Wow! Am I terrible at keeping promises, or what??? (I am sure many of my gal-friends will attest to this!) I guess I can chalk it up to another New Year's Resolution gone bad. No excuses, just accountability is my mantra for 2009. I just haven't taken the time to post. Work... school... family... Facebook... and now Twitter!! How one is able to accomplish all of this in one day is beyond me!
So, as I do with all my New Year's Resolutions gone arye... I try it all over again in April. So, I'm a little late... shoot me!
At least I changed the layout... we'll work on the diet tomorrow!
xoxo
-P-
So, as I do with all my New Year's Resolutions gone arye... I try it all over again in April. So, I'm a little late... shoot me!
At least I changed the layout... we'll work on the diet tomorrow!
xoxo
-P-
Thursday, January 8, 2009
I have been treating this blog like a neglected step-child...
I can list the excuses:
1) It was the Holidays that took up my time...
2) Work has been keeping me busy...
3) My addiction to Facebook is more important... (??? that's just sad)
4) I haven't been on the computer much... (that would be a lie)
4) All of the above???
Well, excuses or not, I enjoy blogging and need to get back to it... a fresh new start in 2009
New layout
New posts
More interesting...??? (nothing else came to mind at the moment)
Maybe 2009 will bring new readers (one can only hope!)
Keep checking back!
xoxo
-P-
1) It was the Holidays that took up my time...
2) Work has been keeping me busy...
3) My addiction to Facebook is more important... (??? that's just sad)
4) I haven't been on the computer much... (that would be a lie)
4) All of the above???
Well, excuses or not, I enjoy blogging and need to get back to it... a fresh new start in 2009
New layout
New posts
More interesting...??? (nothing else came to mind at the moment)
Maybe 2009 will bring new readers (one can only hope!)
Keep checking back!
xoxo
-P-
Sunday, December 28, 2008
it's Cleaning Day! It's Cleaning Day!
As this may not sound exciting to most people... I have been in a total "throw all the shit out!" mood this morning! I want to start the New Year off right with a really clean house!
I have laundry in both the washer and dryer...
The dishwasher is running with another load waiting for it's turn...
I am getting the vacuum primed and ready...
My ammo of cleaning supplies are being gathered to battle the dust / grime / mold / mildew (okay... my house isn't that dirty... but I have all the necessary cleaning weapons to tackle anything I may come up against)
The refrigerator will be evacuated for a new healthier choices...
Recycling will be gathered up to go to it's prospective recycling center (yes... I have to take some items one place and some another... but it's all worth it to help Mother Earth)
It should be a very productive day... now if I could only get the rest of my family to pitch in!
xoxo
-P-
I have laundry in both the washer and dryer...
The dishwasher is running with another load waiting for it's turn...
I am getting the vacuum primed and ready...
My ammo of cleaning supplies are being gathered to battle the dust / grime / mold / mildew (okay... my house isn't that dirty... but I have all the necessary cleaning weapons to tackle anything I may come up against)
The refrigerator will be evacuated for a new healthier choices...
Recycling will be gathered up to go to it's prospective recycling center (yes... I have to take some items one place and some another... but it's all worth it to help Mother Earth)
It should be a very productive day... now if I could only get the rest of my family to pitch in!
xoxo
-P-
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Holiday Wishes to all!
As the commotion of the holidays has caused me to neglect my blog recently, I wanted to just wish everyone a wonderful holiday (whichever ones you choose to celebrate) and a prosperous New Year (couldn't we all use that?)
My family has torn through all the gifts... the Choreg dough rising in the oven just doesn't seem to be working out right (my Dad might just have to settle with pilaf as the only Armenian food he gets this Christmas)... and hubby is taking a nap already. As my parents are coming by, I am trying to clean up the house as much as possible, but the kids are making more messes than I can keep up with... I think i'll give up and grab a hot cup of coffee and plop on the couch for a while!
Happy Holidays everyone!
xoxo
-P-
My family has torn through all the gifts... the Choreg dough rising in the oven just doesn't seem to be working out right (my Dad might just have to settle with pilaf as the only Armenian food he gets this Christmas)... and hubby is taking a nap already. As my parents are coming by, I am trying to clean up the house as much as possible, but the kids are making more messes than I can keep up with... I think i'll give up and grab a hot cup of coffee and plop on the couch for a while!
Happy Holidays everyone!
xoxo
-P-
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