I'm in a mood today, which is unfortunate really because I have nice things to tell you about. Things I have been trying to tell you for days, but factors have been at play that have forced me to abort my mission of telling you pretty, nice, sappy things such as but not limited to: broken computers, failed log in attempts, sleepless nights, last minute shopping (MOMMMM, you told me that you were giving me some birthday presents on Christmas Eve, remember? REMEMBER? YOU PROMISED!) single parenting of three children, Christmas vacation from school (you bastards), etc. etc. etc. etc. etc.
I swear to all that is good in this world, that if this post does not post I will...well I don't know what I'll do, but I will not even think about! It will be a knee-jerk reaction! Fly by the seat of my pants, damnit! Not well thought out at all! Watch out!
Ahem. I know I can be intimidating. I'm sorry.
(Son: The baby is sleeping. You told me that when the baby went to sleep we could make cookies. He is asleep. Mom? Mom?? MOM? Mommy? Mom. Mom. Hey mom. He's asleep. Mom. Remember you told me that when he...)
Can I scream at you all for a second? Would you still love me in the morning if I just had a little breakdown? What if I told you that the mister was gone from Monday until Wednesday and that he was also working until late tonight AND tomorrow night? Would you forgive me then? And that the baby doesn't sleep for shit and that my little girl is the most defiant, non listening little stinker that you have ever met in your life and that the oldest child spilled two drinks today on the floor that I just mopped and after that, he woke up the smaller two right after they had FINALLY fallen asleep? You'd forgive me?
Well, nevermind. I feel better now.
I could also really use some cookies.
How could I stay mad at these monsters?
This photo didn't make the Christmas card cut, by the way. Clearly. What did LittleJuJu just smoke, I wonder?
Hey! That's Mia's Christmas dress!
Posted by: Beth | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 12:26 PM
Good lord those are beautiful kids! I hope you get a respite soon. I wish I could help you. I feel overwhelmed too and I don't have any kids to run after..only adults!
Posted by: HazelHazel | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 01:40 PM
Sure..yell away. Let us have it. We deserve it. Just think what next xmas will be like. EVERYONE will be walking and talking (and sleeping).
:)
Plus? YOU CAN TOTALLY DRINK NEXT XMAS!
Unless you're pregnant of course. :ducks flying keyboard:
Posted by: Pamalamadingdong | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 02:06 PM
Awww, I guess that's Christmas (and birthday!) time with kids! I'm sure it'll all calm down a little soon! :) At least, I hope! For your sanity's sake!
:) feel better!
Posted by: heathabee | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 03:31 PM
That is a really good pic. They never sit still!
Posted by: Amanda | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 04:24 PM
Ju, are you ok? Call me and yell some more if it will help.
Hey, I saw little wee navy velvet oxfords that match Drew's outfit. You want me to go back and get them?
If it helps, I love you no matter what.
Posted by: Mom | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 05:21 PM
Whatever he's on, I want some for Christmas!
Cutie kids. Their cuteness saves them from the acts you want to commit when they do evil things like spill on the clean floor or wake sleeping babies...or like in my house, where they decide at the age of 18 months, that opening all of the presents (that Mom has so carefully wrapped) while she is out of the room for 3 seconds would be okay...yes. It's the cuteness that saves them every time.
Hang in there sweetie. Tis the season to be jolly and all that crap ;)
Posted by: Shann | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 05:22 PM
Poor sweet dear.....wish I could come lend a hand. Love You!!
Posted by: Luann | Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 08:16 PM
Uh, Shann stole my line. I was gonna claim to want some of whatever LittleJu is tokin'.
If it's any consolation, we just put our Christmas tree up on Sunday and here it is late Thursday night as I leave this comment and it's still not decorated. Just a fake green toy for the dogs to chew on.
Merry Christmas!!
Posted by: Simon | Friday, December 22, 2006 at 12:18 AM
They are too cute!! I'd be running raggid with three little, little ones too. You're my hero! lol
Merry Christmas!!
Posted by: Jamie | Friday, December 22, 2006 at 02:27 PM
Um, what you said about the little girl, I bet my daughter is worse. And she is 4. Most days I'm at a loss with her. You can totally break down here any time you want. I love hearing that I'm not alone.
Posted by: Lori | Friday, December 22, 2006 at 09:21 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LITTLEJUJU!
... little late, but I have been away from the computer all day! :)
Hope you all enjoyed your Christmas! :)
Posted by: heathabee | Monday, December 25, 2006 at 11:24 PM