October Arrives on a Wet Note

I do wonder if October rain brings anything with it?  I guess we shall see.
A rainy Monday morning meant we were running behind, five minutes, and considering the traffic on 59 S through Trussville that 5 minutes is important.  Somehow we made it, I am going wilth literally on a prayer.
John Michael decided that his batman umberalla would be a companion for this rainy day and I am sure that it was.  When we got to ASC though there seemed to be a need to make this a toy....which meant it became mine.  I think he bent it pretty good, but I am not sure.  I will have to check it when he is not around just in case it has to become trash.  Of course then I will be on an umbrella hunt so fingers crossed that it is okay.

We ad our first Webelos meeting tonight.  I thought that Danny would have to miss it for baseball practice, but the fields were too wet so they canceled it.  I have to admit I was glad and so was Danny.  Just pretty much over it to be really honest. The meeting went great, the boys worked on exercises and played football while I talked to the parents about what we would be working on this year.

Being Pulled

So today started off rainy and I would have loved to have gotten even an extra 30 minutes in bed.  It was so peaceful with the rain and the wind.  Oh well.  Maybe next time....hahaha!
The Tiger Cubs were aving their first den meeting and working on their Bobcat Badges, which is awesome.  Of course Danny also had a game.  So I was torn in multiple directions, but since I had to miss Danny's game Sunday I knew where I needed to go.  Plus I am qualified to get John Michael ready for his Bobcat so that part will be easy enough to make up to him.  I do not like being pulled though, but it happens especially with more than one and both of them being involved.  And I am thankful that they are so involved.
Everything just sort of went chaotic for me for a few minutes while I was at work but I survived.  I really do love being at ASC but some days, like today everyone going home early would not have hurt my feelings at all.  I guess the rain and being inside all day had them out of sorts today.

Space Jam

Today was another very dreary day.  I would love a day full of sunshine.  I seriously need some Vitamin D.  One or two dreary days is one thing, and I am usually miserable by then, but over a week and I am seriously not a happy woman, or a very awake one.
I did manage to get a few things on eBay and on Ashley's list, which is definitely a plus.  I also got a few pictures taken so that I can hopefully get some more things listed tomorrow.  I am having to take it one box at a time.  The sooner I get rid of this stuff the sooner I can get on with it.  I am tired of seeing boxes and I know that Brandon is too, I am working on it though.  Still need that cabinet and/or book shelf so if you have one you do not need let me know. 
The boys' had a great day at school today.  John Michael came home with 5 books and wanted to read them all.  If only there was that kind of time when we got home. 

At after school care we watched Space Jam.  I only got to see bits and pieces, but I forgot just how cute and good that movie really is.  I think I need to try to find it for BluRay or DVD.  A good one to have in the collection.  At least I think so. 

I got to see Amy and Clyde's baby girl today and let me just tell you all she is absolutely adorable.  She is so sweet and Amy looks amazing!  So happy for the whole family!

Well I am headed to bed, hoping that tomorrow goes smoothly, there is so much to do and the time to get it done is very limited. 

You Have Got To Be Kidding Me

It started this morning.  The weather just made it hard to get going and had all of us dragging, but we were up and at the house at 7:00 for what we hoped would be the final walk.
Well, we got there and of course there was a list and a lot of BS about why it would be good to wait.  Seriously I do not give a crap at this point.  There has been so many issues that I just cannot believe that they have waited till now to get on the ball.  John Michael and I played in the rain because I was so mad and upset that being in the house was not a good place for me.  We were told that everyone was on standby and closing would happen this afternoon.

Then the crap hit the fan.  Brandon headed to work and we worked at the house and waited.  Being so distracted meant nobody got much done.   But we tried.  Around noon the e-mail came and all hell broke lose, now they want to close on Monday.  Seriously?  We have to close tomorrow at the latest.  I am not thinking anyone understands the severity of this.  What I want to know is if we don't whether it will be the realtor, the builder, the mortgage company, or the attornies who pay for the loaded truck, the hotel rooms we will need, and the food that we will have to eat out at.  I am so tired of everyone saying it is someone else.  Someone needs to balls up and admit that they screwed up and dropped the ball.  From beginning to end this is a process that has me stressed and ready to drink.  When this is over and the papers are signed I am sending letters, making phone calls, and doing anything that I can to get someone to truly own up to this crap.  I really do not like people who bull shit and manipulate and someone will catch  the whole wrath of hell that I plan to bring down. 

Anyway, they are saying that it could be tomorrow I have called and begged and pleaded with everyone that I can so I am hoping that it did some good.  I plan to get up and get to work and go to closing when they call, the earlier the better.  I know that it seems selfish but a prayer that this is behind us tomorrow and the new house and th new beginnings are in front of us.

Much Needed

So today was pretty pointless as far as what I was able to accomplish, the rainy day had me pretty laid back.  I was all ready to go to my photo shoot this morning, but the client was worried it was too wet so it just sent me in a what to do mode, which is never good. 
John Michael wanted to bake something.  His own something, so he made "John Michael's color mystery food" I have no idea what it tasted like but it looked pretty scary, it was blue, purple, and green and he would not let me see what he put in it.  LOL!  He is such a creative little guy.  When his mind is set, he usually finds a way to make it happen.  And cooking is not hurting anything, well he mixes and I put it in the oven.  He said it tasted horrible.  LOL I took his word for it and so did everyone else.

We went to the house today and spent about an hour going through each room and checking things out.  The walk through is tomorrow so we wanted a list to make sure we did not miss anything.  I am so excited, one week and it looks like it will be OUR house!  So so so ready!

Well everyine is finally asleep so I am headed there myself.  Good night everyone.  Brooke, know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!  The picture your mom shared of you in the hospital was so inspirational.  As always your smile can light a room.

Just Hanging Around

So we woke up this morning, later than we meant to but that is because there was something happening outside that has not been around in a while, it was raining.  I was seriously shocked.  At one point it thundered so loud I jumped, which is a rare occurance.  I love a good storm, but I had so much to do and it was hard to do anything.  It was just a good day to be serioiusly lazy. 
I was getting ready to make dinner and I needed a box of mac and cheese out of the pantry.  We are trying to use everything that we can and the boys love mac and cheese.  I could not reach the box so I asked John Michael to get on the stool and try....this is what he did.  It was pretty dang funny!  Of course I grabbed a quick picture and then had to help him down. He can monkey his way up, but down was a little scarier.  After all was said and done and he wanted to do it again, and again, and yes again!

After dinner we all pretty much went to bed, we were all exhausted.  I guess the rain had a huge effect on us.

Rainy Progress

So we were determined to make this rainy Sunday and we did just that. 
We spent most of the day in the kitchen, getting it down to the bare essentials.  We have a little more than a month and we will be getting through it with just enough to make it. 
We managed to get almost all of the tupperware packed, the corning ware, the blender, the baking stuff, most of the glasses, I do not even know what else.  I also added more to my eBay pile.  I am hoping to get through it this week too.  We will see what happens.  Fingers crossed, it would help a lot!

Stairs and Dunking Booths

So today was a day that started off with rain and completely changed my plans.  While it was nice to have a somewhat easy day it also means that everything has to be rescheduled, which is not as easy as it may seem. 
We went to the new house and we have a framed in fireplace and stairs with temporary tread.  This sounds great and should mean a venture upstairs.  For everyone but me it did.  I made it about half way and froze and had to go back down.  I am not a huge fan of heights but when you add into it open spaces and drop offs I just could not do it.  The three boys had a blast though.  Maybe tomorrow.  We will see.

We headed to the Family Fun Day at St. Francis.  Our plan was to spend the whole afternoon but that was all bloched up.  It was just crazy, but all worked out for the best.  I was so glad to see Amy and the whole Hughes family.  I feel like I have not seen them in months, probably because I haven't.  It has seriously been so crazy, so I was just glad to get a few minutes to catch up in person!

Well, I am off to bed.  Tomorrow is going to be pretty much in fast forward!