SWAGGER WAGON

So Erin sent this to me stating that it was totally me and Andre. I thought it was pretty hilarious, and felt the need to share it with everyone. I laughed out loud. Check out this family's mad rapping skills.

TGIF!!

I don't know about you, but I sure am glad it's Friday!! Hopefully, I will get to some crafts that have been put on the back burner due to time limitations. The weekend is going to be busy, however, so we'll see.

What Color Are You?

Every time I see one of these silly quizes, I feel a compulsion to take it. I think I just want to see if the outcome is really at all on target. This COLOR quiz was fairly accurate. At least, the definition was. I tend to be drawn to warm reds and oranges, but this one says yellow is my color.

"You are quite the powerful thinker. It’s this talent that allows you to overcome a plethora of great obstacles. Luckily, this doesn’t affect your ego and you give off a pretty easy-going appearance. You enjoy the finer things in life and also have an attraction to art. If you can help it, you try not to rock the boat. But you also can’t stop yourself from searching for new ideas, methods or styles. "


What do you think? Me? Or no? What about you???

Story Time with Cash

Cash is telling his own story....

"....and the angels said, 'Dont worry, God is cool.'....."

Cash...My Hero

My husband- "Son, we gotta go pick up mom. There's something wrong with her car. Go get your shoes..."

Cash- After a thoughtful pause..."Well, I guess we have to get her. She's the only PRINCESS we've got."



Good logic.

How Fantastic is He?

I was reminded today that The Fantastic Mr. Fox will soon be out in theaters! YAY!! After the long wait, Wes Anderson's new show will be filling me with joy in the very very near future. Check it out!!

39 Things Every Mom Should Know

Ok, so I cant really take credit for this one. I found this list in Parents magazine, and it's by Kacy Faulconer. However, I read it and totally related...and laughed. I thought it was worthy to share with all my mommy friends. Take a minute, relax, and read the list. I promise, you'll end up smiling.

1. You never have to go to obnoxious kid-themed restaurants. Ever. I wish someone had told me that.

2. Don't make birthday parties a huge deal.
3, Do your chores while kids are awake. Using up naptime to wash dishes or clean the bathroom is truly soul-crushing.

4. Put Band-Aids on everything your kids want you to. Why not?
5. If the kids are awake, bite the bullet and be awake yourself. You'll waste so many hours trying futilely to extend early-morning snoozes that it's not worth it. If you are sick, pregnant, or it's the middle of the night, ignore this advice.

6. Just throw away the poopy underwear.
7. Don't beat yourself up if you have to use a bribe.

8. Teach your kids not to pee outside unless you're camping- you'll be glad you did. But if other people's kids do it, don't judge the parents too harshly- it's all about karma. (If you're in the midst of potty training, all bets are off. You've gotta do what you've gotta do.)
9. Buy cheap shoes when kids are little. Feet grow faster than you think.

10. Don't forget about bord games. You'll suffer through way too much Candy Land and Chutes and Ladders, but Connect Four and Battleship aren't half bad. And Clue rocks.
11. Embrace their quirks.

12. Know this: That stain won't come out. And it's okay. (The sooner you accept this, the better.)
13. At some point it will be February. Things will seem bleak. You will think about vitamins, glasses, more exercise, more sleep, more chores, less TV, more rules, fewer rules, and organic food. Just wait. Things will get better when the snow melts. Know that it will happen again at the end of the summer, right before school starts. It's the cycle of life, baby.

14. Always get boys' haircuts at barber shops instead of beauty salons.
15. Answer this question: What is the worst thing that can happen if your kids sleep in their clothes?

16. Never stifle a generous inclination.
17. Try to like what they like. It kind of sucks when it's Bob the Builder, but the payoff will come when they discover Lemony Snicket.

18. Teach them to pump on the swings ASAP.
19. If your child falls asleep occasionally without brushing his teeth, don't wake him; baby teeth do eventually fall out.

20. I know you are supposed to use natural consequences to punish bad behavior, but sometimes it's hard to think of natural consequences. In these cases try threatening your kids with clipping their toenails or some other activity they dread. I've had great success with this one, but you must find your own.
21. Get use to the word zerrissenheit. It means a state of disjointedness, and it's the new normal for most of us. At least you can fee fancy because it's German.

22. Buy kids deoderant before they need it.
23. Teach your children to make their own breakfast- and allow enough time so they can do it without pressure.

24. I can't stress this enough: Use duvet covers on your comforters and forget about a top sheet. Not only will you thank me for this advice, but your kids will thank me as well when they are learning to make their bed.
25. Remember clogging lessons are not in the best interest of the child.

26. Don't administer a punishment that hurts you more than it does them.
27. Always pack wipes. If your kids go somewhere without you, send along wipes. It's like having a mom with them.

28. Do not allow the word wienies in your home.
29. Dress your little girls like, well, little girls.

30. Make sure your kids know how they like their eggs and burgers cooked. You don't want them to feel stress when ordering at the diner.

31. It's fine to brag about yourself to your kids.

32. Buy quaint wooden toys and hand-knit stuffed animals, but don't expect your kids to play with them.
33. Just say "No" to any toy or doll that comes with packets that have to be mixed with water.

34. Teach them to like cool music. Why suffer through the Wiggles whe you could be enjoying Wilco or counting along with Fiest?
35. Don't buy the most expensive schol-picture package. It's a waste of money.

36. Give out awards for actual achievements.
37. You're never too old to dress up and decorate your house for Halloween. And it's more fun for everyone if you are into it. It also entitles you to more candy.

38. If the school year, new babysitter, or karate class gets off to a rocky start, don't totally stress out about it. Instead, think of the improvement that can be made by the end of the year.
39. Independence is a wonderful thing. For everyone. So is together time. Make sure you have a healthy dose of both.

OMG! This is hiiiiiilllllllaaaaaaarrrrrious!

Back in 2003 I took a trip to Japan to visit my friend, Erin, who was teaching there for a year. It was during that trip that I fell in love with two things...Japanese shopping (it became a disease) and Japanese English. The rest of Japan was pretty freak'n awesome, too, actually. Anyhoo, I found so many fantastic products with English written on them in a way that only the Japanese can write. Crazily. Beyond funny.

Today, I found a site (thanks to my father in law) that glorifies such profound use of the English language. Check it out, but beware...it's pretty addictive.

Engrish.com

This is a Must See

I saw this on my friend Sarah's, Facebook and I immediately thought this was something to share. I totally think Clifton Hills' next choreographed routine should look similar if not completely like this. Our dance troupe at school (Slaughter, Burney, Godbout, Cann,Delk,Both Reynolds....you know who you are.) would totally rock it out. :) Maybe you guys to get it together for my birthday...it's coming up in November...better get started!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4dCwRVWjKc

10 Reasons to Never be Without Duct Tape

It can....

1. Fix a hem or a broken heel.
2. Secure a wobbly rearview mirror or a broken side mirror (kind of ghetto, though)
3. Be used as an emergency bra or to secure a top that won't stay up.
4. Muffle a squeaky shoe, or make slick soles less slippery.
5. Serve as a makeshift sling.
6. Patch a shopping bag that's about to break. (more ghetto-fabulous ideas)
7. Create a temporary car window or keep a bumper from falling off, if you've been in an accident. (GGGGGHHHHEEETTTOOO)
8. Rewrap shoelaces when they begin to fray.
9.Double as an emergency bandage.
10. Repair your reading or sunglasses.

Hint: To remove the stickiness, try adhesive remover like Goo Gone or WD-40.

Found Magazine is Stinking Hilarious

For the times in life when you really need to laugh:
1. Go to computer
2. Get online
3. Put www.foundmagazine.com into address bar
4. Hold belly and laugh

You want proof? Follow me.........

exhibit A.

Why? What's on Top of Your Tree?

FOUND by Keith Sanders in Denver, Colorado

Found in a friend's garage

exhibit B.

No Boys in the Room

FOUND by Paul Druecke in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

exhibit C.

Party Party UK Stylee

FOUND by "The Guvnor" in London, UK

Found behind the radiator at work. No idea when, where, what they are celebrating or what she might be eating.

exhibit D.

Just Fake Her Handwriting!

FOUND by Seth Poppy in Perth Amboy, New Jersey

I work for a touring puppet company and, as a result, often spend time in elementary schools. I found this note on the cafeteria floor where we'd set up our stage for an afternoon show. I'm guessing this is either a rough draft of a forgery, or that Mrs. Hernandez needs to brush up on her spelling.

*These are just a few to get you interested. What is this crazy nonsense, you ask? I will give it to you straight...from their own website.

Found Magazine:

So, what's this all about?
We collect found stuff: love letters, birthday cards, kids' homework, to-do lists, ticket stubs, poetry on napkins, doodles-- anything that gives a glimpse into someone else's life. Anything goes.

We certainly didn't invent the idea of found stuff being cool. Every time we visit our friends in other towns, someone's always got some kind of unbelievable discovered note or photo on their fridge. We decided to make a bunch of projects so that everyone can check out all the strange, hilarious and heartbreaking things people have picked up and passed our way.

And how'd this all start?
One snowy winter night in Chicago a few years back, Davy went out to his car and found a note on his windshield -- a note meant for someone else, a guy named Mario:

*Sorry for the language, folks...just passing on info. ANYWAY, I always get a kick out of this site, so I thought I would share it with you. Maybe it'll make you smile some gray and rainy day.