It's been a busy week. After a day off on Tuesday followed by coffee during Rainbow's and then a PTA meeting at night, I was tired on Wednesday at work and then they talked me into working Thursday too. I was exhausted but my lovely wonderful hubby took us out for dinner. I just love Fabio's Italian Restaurant. They are relaxed and laid back when it comes to children even though our 2 were being right pains. The staff always have time to entertain them. Their food is the best too. Nothing beats a Rigatoni Iolanda.
Yesterday..... I have no idea where the day went. I was exhausted doing loads of things and then this morning Murray woke me up at 5.30am. So not fair in my opinion. Ok he climbs in between us but then he sits whispering LOUDLY to himself.
But it meant I was organised in plenty time for Eilidh's dance classes as we were to view them today. You can find the video and pictures on their blog
They also had a party today. So dh and I sat in an empty closed Gyle while they were there. It was strange to say the least.
I was hoping that tomorrow would be a nice quiet day but looks like we will be blitzing the house. Whooopeeee dooooo.
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Monday, March 12, 2007
Nostalgia
This has been a funny weekend. I found some old photographs of dh and I and also of Eilidh as a baby and upwards. It made me realise that there was a lot I had forgotten. It was nice going back through them and laughing of points where she had done things and bringing back lovely memories. I found her hospital picture too which I scanned into the computer and had a right awwwing moment. You can see her picture here It's so cute and I still laugh at how it looks like she's got her finger in her ear.
Went swimming with the 5 C's on Saturday. Got there and David hadn't packed swim suits for me or Eilidh so had to come home for them. Why didn't I just buy them out of the swim shop I have no idea as we got caught up in the rugby traffic. Anyway we had dinner there and the Chicken stirfry was gorgeous. Did laugh though as David doesn't like caesar salad so I ate some of it and then I never ate my peppers so Chris ate those, then Caroline decided to eat David's left over salad. It was just one of those moments when you had to be there I suppose.
One of Murray's friends Mum's had her baby yesterday Lukas was 9lb 1oz and is the double of his big brother with his big sisters colourings. Big congratulations to the Harrison Family.
Went swimming with the 5 C's on Saturday. Got there and David hadn't packed swim suits for me or Eilidh so had to come home for them. Why didn't I just buy them out of the swim shop I have no idea as we got caught up in the rugby traffic. Anyway we had dinner there and the Chicken stirfry was gorgeous. Did laugh though as David doesn't like caesar salad so I ate some of it and then I never ate my peppers so Chris ate those, then Caroline decided to eat David's left over salad. It was just one of those moments when you had to be there I suppose.
One of Murray's friends Mum's had her baby yesterday Lukas was 9lb 1oz and is the double of his big brother with his big sisters colourings. Big congratulations to the Harrison Family.
Thursday, March 08, 2007
Just how lucky am I as a parent
I was working in a VERY deprived area school. The school used to be two schools which is currently housed in one of the old schools while a new school is built on the other school's site.
The children were lovely. They mostly have very deprived backgrounds with parents who don't know any other life bar the one they've always known in poverty and on a life of benefits. Quite a few of the children had problems of some sort.
Looking round a few of them obviously get all their clothes from Tesco. They looked like my 2 lol. But when they spoke they were very different. Not just in dialect but in some cases having communication problems. Eilidh and Murray really have no learning problems and are 2 bright children who soak everything up like a sponge as well as having memories like Elephants. Eilidh is so fast at picking things up and she loves learning. Murray learns in his own time but truly takes in more than he lets on.
I have 2 very spoiled children to put it mildly. They want for nothing, love, food, clothing and toys (I could open my own toy shop). I was extremely blessed with 2 wonderful if not stroppy children and I am truly grateful that I have 2 wonderful children as well as having a wonderful supportive husband/friend/colleague. David and I have been together for 10 years now and so much has happened in that time. We have created 2 wonderful children out of love. We have a good relationship when we listen to one another but we do have the best interests at heart of our children and what we want for them in life. I hope they grow up to be happy, well adjusted individuals who are not scared of life but love living life to the full and making the most of the oppurtunities handed to them as a lot of children/young adults will never get offered the opportunities that Eilidh and Murray will.
As a song used to say "Remember the children of the world, each one is precious, precious in our site, send your love to the children of the world, remember them, remember them in your prayers tonight!" Just give that moment to think of the children who do not have all the things and love which Eilidh and Murray have.
The children were lovely. They mostly have very deprived backgrounds with parents who don't know any other life bar the one they've always known in poverty and on a life of benefits. Quite a few of the children had problems of some sort.
Looking round a few of them obviously get all their clothes from Tesco. They looked like my 2 lol. But when they spoke they were very different. Not just in dialect but in some cases having communication problems. Eilidh and Murray really have no learning problems and are 2 bright children who soak everything up like a sponge as well as having memories like Elephants. Eilidh is so fast at picking things up and she loves learning. Murray learns in his own time but truly takes in more than he lets on.
I have 2 very spoiled children to put it mildly. They want for nothing, love, food, clothing and toys (I could open my own toy shop). I was extremely blessed with 2 wonderful if not stroppy children and I am truly grateful that I have 2 wonderful children as well as having a wonderful supportive husband/friend/colleague. David and I have been together for 10 years now and so much has happened in that time. We have created 2 wonderful children out of love. We have a good relationship when we listen to one another but we do have the best interests at heart of our children and what we want for them in life. I hope they grow up to be happy, well adjusted individuals who are not scared of life but love living life to the full and making the most of the oppurtunities handed to them as a lot of children/young adults will never get offered the opportunities that Eilidh and Murray will.
As a song used to say "Remember the children of the world, each one is precious, precious in our site, send your love to the children of the world, remember them, remember them in your prayers tonight!" Just give that moment to think of the children who do not have all the things and love which Eilidh and Murray have.
Saturday, March 03, 2007
Blogger?
My blogger doesn't seem to be working well and I've not been able to read anyone else's blogs. Hope to see them soon and chat to you all soon again.
Monday, February 26, 2007
Just thinking
Was just thinking back to the holiday week. We went bowling and Eilidh and Christie helped the boys with their balls and it made life a lot easier while Caroline and I just chatted and made Cole laugh. It just made me realise just how grown up the girls are now that we're 7 years on. I remember when Caroline and I used to car share to go places with the girls and how much fun it was. Then we still sort of car shared with Murray. But when Cal came along we had to start going separately but the girls liked to go in each other's car. It's just amazing how much time has gone past and how things move on with considerable ease.
I'm definitely finding things easier now Murray and Eilidh can relate to each other more and although they still fight they do get on pretty well. I often can do a spur of the moment trip with them both and we don't need to think of things as much as I used to. People tend to forget that I used to have to have millions of changes of clothes for Murray and that I needed to ensure we were going somewhere that he could eat something which wouldn't cause a reaction. I've also been there that I have had 2 children to organise to go out and get sorted with. People just tend to look at me now and think I don't understand. But instead of complaining I got on with it. Caroline has 3 children and gets on with things great. I really take my hat off to her as it's hard enough with 2 never mind 3 with one being a baby.
Also been looking back on memories of childhood too. My friend Laura is moving to Kirkcaldy so I am excited about getting the train through to meet up with her and visit some places in fife. Fife holds great memories for me as it is where I used to holiday every year. I'd love to take my kids through and show them these places too.
Anyway looks like the washing machine is broken so best get on with trying to find out where I can get a new part for David to sort.
I'm definitely finding things easier now Murray and Eilidh can relate to each other more and although they still fight they do get on pretty well. I often can do a spur of the moment trip with them both and we don't need to think of things as much as I used to. People tend to forget that I used to have to have millions of changes of clothes for Murray and that I needed to ensure we were going somewhere that he could eat something which wouldn't cause a reaction. I've also been there that I have had 2 children to organise to go out and get sorted with. People just tend to look at me now and think I don't understand. But instead of complaining I got on with it. Caroline has 3 children and gets on with things great. I really take my hat off to her as it's hard enough with 2 never mind 3 with one being a baby.
Also been looking back on memories of childhood too. My friend Laura is moving to Kirkcaldy so I am excited about getting the train through to meet up with her and visit some places in fife. Fife holds great memories for me as it is where I used to holiday every year. I'd love to take my kids through and show them these places too.
Anyway looks like the washing machine is broken so best get on with trying to find out where I can get a new part for David to sort.
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Been Busy
Life has been busy here. We had the February holiday but then my gran has been ill so she's been really poorly. I've been working as well as trying to do loads of PTA stuff. Keep thinking of things at the most awkward moments. I just don't seem to have kept up with anyone in the past week and seem to be constantly running around.
Yesterday we took the kids swimming before dinner and met up with the 5 C's. We fed the kids dinner. Us adults sat back and relaxed. But I realised I was the only one to have no drink. And I need to have stern words with that husband of mine... he stole the pint glasses as he was annoyed with the place. But it was nice for the first time that week to chill and catch up with friends. It was just what I needed.
Things are busy busy busy. Had a couple of phonecalls about working but at times which weren't suitable. But then one school phoned back and I got work elsewhere. Meanwhile the NN who left M's nursery to retire is getting far more supply work than I ever did. But I do have work one day this week in a nursery which I really like. Haven't heard about the job I applied for so will just have to wait and see what happens. I feel a bit in limbo and I'm not confident that I have presented myself well. I plan to print off the experience required for the jobs and quirk up my application form with that. Had a long chat with the new NN at M's nursery and she gave me a few hints and tips.
Anyway got a friend coming for lunch and then we are doing soft play. Will be glad to chill out lol.
Yesterday we took the kids swimming before dinner and met up with the 5 C's. We fed the kids dinner. Us adults sat back and relaxed. But I realised I was the only one to have no drink. And I need to have stern words with that husband of mine... he stole the pint glasses as he was annoyed with the place. But it was nice for the first time that week to chill and catch up with friends. It was just what I needed.
Things are busy busy busy. Had a couple of phonecalls about working but at times which weren't suitable. But then one school phoned back and I got work elsewhere. Meanwhile the NN who left M's nursery to retire is getting far more supply work than I ever did. But I do have work one day this week in a nursery which I really like. Haven't heard about the job I applied for so will just have to wait and see what happens. I feel a bit in limbo and I'm not confident that I have presented myself well. I plan to print off the experience required for the jobs and quirk up my application form with that. Had a long chat with the new NN at M's nursery and she gave me a few hints and tips.
Anyway got a friend coming for lunch and then we are doing soft play. Will be glad to chill out lol.
Sunday, February 18, 2007
Some Questions?
1. Will I ever learn how to cook roast beef? Mine's is always pink in the middle. I reckon I should go back to being veggie.
2. Is there a plan out there for me not to get a job which is permanent. I'm getting weary of doing supply and the time of year in which work dries up is coming up.
3. Will I ever be organised and actually feel it? There's always one little thing which slips my mind.
4. Am I a good mum or am I making a huge hash of parenting?
Just some things going round in my head right now.
2. Is there a plan out there for me not to get a job which is permanent. I'm getting weary of doing supply and the time of year in which work dries up is coming up.
3. Will I ever be organised and actually feel it? There's always one little thing which slips my mind.
4. Am I a good mum or am I making a huge hash of parenting?
Just some things going round in my head right now.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
School Holidays
It's school holiday week. I've realised that I am not cut out for staying at home anymore and how much I actually enjoy work.
Anyway, I've not been feeling great, but we went to McD's and Gymtot's on Monday. Have to say the place lacked atmosphere and I wasn't impressed to be honest. Though we did have some fun with our cousin's Lewis and Logan.
On Tuesday my mum and I went shopping with the kids and we had lunch. Murray wanted a burger king chiocken bites and a pizza hut pizza. What a boy.
Today Granny took them to Dynamic Earth where they appear to have tired my boy out as he's soundo. David was showering Eilidh as it was hair night and I got Murray's PJ's on and he was sound asleep by 7pm!!!
Tomorrow we hope to meet up with a friend but having real difficulty in getting in touch with her.
Friday is bowling day with Auntie Caca and her crew. Very excited about that.
Anyway Eilidh has been trying out her camera which she got for her birthday. Don't think any famour photographers have anything to worry about judging by the pictures below.
You can let me know what you think.
Family Portrait
Jani and Icicle the bears
Anyway, I've not been feeling great, but we went to McD's and Gymtot's on Monday. Have to say the place lacked atmosphere and I wasn't impressed to be honest. Though we did have some fun with our cousin's Lewis and Logan.
On Tuesday my mum and I went shopping with the kids and we had lunch. Murray wanted a burger king chiocken bites and a pizza hut pizza. What a boy.
Today Granny took them to Dynamic Earth where they appear to have tired my boy out as he's soundo. David was showering Eilidh as it was hair night and I got Murray's PJ's on and he was sound asleep by 7pm!!!
Tomorrow we hope to meet up with a friend but having real difficulty in getting in touch with her.
Friday is bowling day with Auntie Caca and her crew. Very excited about that.
Anyway Eilidh has been trying out her camera which she got for her birthday. Don't think any famour photographers have anything to worry about judging by the pictures below.
You can let me know what you think.
Family Portrait
Jani and Icicle the bears
Monday, February 05, 2007
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