What is the Deal?

OK, my son makes it his mission to annoy everyone, why? He laughs when we get angry or annoyed and ignores us when we try to play games that are fun for everyone. Oh! And don't try to suggest NOT hurting, tapping, pushing, or otherwise annoying someone, especially his sister. That only leads to being spit on or having object thrown at you. . . What do you do in this situation? saying I don't like it, just gets a laugh (which is infuriating), or a hit. Suggesting something else to do gets the same reaction.

1% of the time (I am NOT exaggerating for effect here) it is a complete delight to be with my son! I would enjoy nothing more than those moments, but why are they so far and few between?

My new mantra is "There is no perfect parent, there is only good enough." This was taught to me by a book about how to raise gifted kids. . . yes, I do believe my kids are gifted. My 1 year old is learning her numbers, already knows all the face parts in English and German, and loves puzzles (we do not have a curriculum, I just talk to my kids through out the day). My 4 year old can figure out that the author of a book changed a word to make it rhyme, and he can "read" words that I verbally spell. . . thus, I believe my children are gifted.

Therefore I can not attempt perfection, as is my tendency. . . I must find zen in my parenting. First step: Stop Looking, Second Step: Breath, etc. . .

Now to the library :)

Evil Mom Confessions

Ok, so Halloween, candy, new videos, bad weather, no race to train for. . . new school schedule, holidays coming up, slacking on the workouts. . . I have become a grumpy mommy.

Man, I hate being a grumpy mom. I don't want it to bother me when Decker pulls my hair or Hannelore does back flips while nursing. I don' t want to yell or OVER react to not eating or asking for another video or refusing to help around the house.

I need a calm mom chant or activity to create calm in me that is productive. . . pro active and gets results.
It is a good thing kids are forgiving, or they would have dumped me for a better mom long ago.

On the other hand, I did finally get some pictures of the kids and videos, so soon there will be more loveliness than you can imagine. OK, I am going to go work out and see if I can level myself.

Too many projects?

OK, so I am working on the API party on November 1st, a half marathon on October 25th, 2 meal schedules for new moms, and trying to decide which dishwasher we need. . . oh, and I am trying to keep the kids alive, fed, and happy. . .

speaking of, I should go do that right now :)

Introduction

I want to use this space to talk about my kids, share pictures and sell some well appreciated items. I like the idea of having a place to just write down all the wonderful and crazy things that happen in our lives.

These guys grow and change so much, yet they are always true to who they are and that is amazing to watch.