Let's see, it's been close to almost three years since I posted last to this blog. Why today to start again? I don't know, lots of thoughts crossed my mind this morning since I've been up. It's amazing the amount of things that can happen in about an hour and a half in a household with still fairly young children.

At age 6, Caleb has mellowed a bit and can have moments where he likes to relax and chill out. He enjoys to sit and watch tv and play video game but at the same time he spends plenty of time creating drawings, collections, forts and various experiments with mixed success.

At age 3, Cameron seems to spend his day in contstant action with the thought of stopping being a dirty word. One moment he is busy with the oopses that seem to follow him around with sippy cups, open boxes of cereal and such. At others he seems to relish the moments of making a huge mess of Legos after dumping out the whole container and running through them. Why? I just don't know.

In the midst of all this, I seem to have this really strong craving for a peaceful, zen existence. Why, again I don't know. But how is the bigger questions plaguing me. How can a busy working mom find a true peace aside from stolen moments to the bathroom with the fan running. How do I quiet the outside and inside noise in my mind?

As I pondered this, this morning, I poured my morning cup of coffee. The sound a cartoon was blazing out of the tv and my spirit was wishing for one of my Aura tunes on one of the satellite stations. I would have loved to go sit in a quiet corner to savor my sips of French Vanilla goodness. And yet, the scent wafted up to me and I knew that even in the midst of the messy chaotic house, I could at least savor a little cup of zen and peace. Something just for me to give me a little treat to carry forward through my morning. And I had this idea to write.

I've thought about re-starting a blog for a while but I didn't know what I could possibly write that would be unique or any different than every other mommy blog out there. We all have kids that say and do the darndest things. Our stories of our kids are all sweet and wonderful. We all juggle an amazing amount of things. We all load ourselves up like pack mules to zip around to errands, school, work and such. We all have our skills and stengths. Some make it look so easy and they are always dressed so nice and serve their children organic meals from their backyard gardens.

Sigh, I am not one of those moms. I am so in love with being a Mom and yet I have the moments of doubt, overwhelming stress and so many feelings that seem out of place. And then, Cameron came to me as I started to write and he proudly told me that he had cleaned up all of the Legos. And he had, all nice and neat. I gave him a big hug and a kiss. And for just a moment, all was right in the world.

And now, my coffee mug is empty. I guess it's time to roll up my sleeves and set out to tackle changing sheets on beds. A mundane task but one I wanted to do this weekend. Everyone can start back in the school routine with clean sheets and pillow cases. Maybe even I can get to hubby's and mine to savor an extra nice welcome when we go "off duty" tonight and can climb into bed and unwind from another busy day in the trenches. Calls of "Mommy!" are awaiting me so off I go, who knows what I will find awaiting....another adventure around every corner....

Christine

Where has the time gone?

My goodness, early November was my last post? Oy! Last month zoomed by. One work trip, some sickies and there a month goes. Thank goodness for some fun times in between. The boys love playing together for good and for bad. Can't seem to get Caleb to understand that his little brother is still little! Wish he could just behave for one evening.

My work has continued to be quite crazy busy and makes the days go by quick during the week as well.

Cameron has his two bottom teeth in front and is maybe working on a top one now. Although I thought one was coming a few weeks ago. Guess it was a return ear infection instead. Caleb had a wonderful 4th birthday party. Can't believe he's four already!

Anywho, can't think of more to say for now. Better finish up as there are baths to give and things to do before bedtime.

All the best of the holidays to all of you!!!

CC

Two teeth coming!

Yes, the second bottom tooth is trying to pop out as well. I'm sure it will be awhile before I can capture a good toothy grin of Cameron's. The first tooth hasn't fully come in yet. Considering the teething, Cameron has been pretty good. We've had a few longer stretches of sleep at night. Again we had to try and up his bottles and meals during the day. Maybe it is now working, we'll see.

Now is kind of a lull after Halloween is done and before we really gear up for Christmas. But, I am already thinking and planning. Before that though, we have Caleb's fourth birthday coming up in December! Four years!!! Wow! I think this weekend I will start gearing up for the Scooby Doo party and get at least the invitations going.

I've been re-assigned to a new client at work so that is giving me a fresh start and a new challenge. I've had a few weeks to peek at things and I'm starting to feel a little more confident. Of course next week I start to move more closer to the front line on the titles. Maybe then I'll start to feel differently. We'll see. I'll take each day as it comes. Always good to keep learning something new though!

Well, hope everyone is doing well. I'll try to get some more shots of the boys and upload them soon.

Take care and be well,

CC

Halloween Fun

I'm trying to snatch a few minutes of Cameron sitting in his play seat to upload some recent pics from Halloween and such. He's not really keen on sitting through since he's discovered all the fun of exploring the house and getting into EVERYTHING!!!! Big Brother Caleb is "helping" Dad organize in the garage. That's lasted longer than usual. Even so my time is probably short.

We did take the boys out for fun trick or treating at a very nice neighborhood in our town. They are so used to welcoming trick or treating that local cops direct traffic for parking and bicycle cops patrol through the neighborhood amongst the trick or treaters. It was all worth it as the homeowners really were ready and waiting with their beautiful homes decorated nice. We wound up going with some neighbor friends and so Caleb really enjoyed himself. We of course had to tell the older boys to wait for the neighbor's younger son. Cameron hung out in the stroller for a good.

Actually Cameron was quite good considering that he is working his first tooth. The tip of it is showing now. Not sure if the neighbor tooth is coming soon too. Guess we'll see.

Well, guess I'll keep this post short since I can't think straight right now. I'll get to uploading the pictures!!! The good stuff!

Hope everyone is well.

Take care,

CC