by teresa
Saw this guy on Twitter and thought I would share him with you.
Very talented singer and songwriter.
If you love Taylor Swift's Love Story, go down to his rewrite (from Romeo's perspective) of the song and watch the video.
So good.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
It's the things NOT on the to-do list that make life worth while
We had an unexpected beach day yesterday.
Woke up and planned to clean and do laundry.
Next thing I know I get a text from my mother in law.
Woke up and planned to clean and do laundry.
Next thing I know I get a text from my mother in law.
She had been at work for about an hour and decided the weather was too nice to be sitting inside all day.
"Let's go to the beach." it said.
So we did.
All of us.
Packed up and on the road at a moments notice.
An hour later we were eating sandy WheatThins and watching the kids chase seagulls.
For whatever we lose (like a you or a me),
"Let's go to the beach." it said.
So we did.
All of us.
Packed up and on the road at a moments notice.
An hour later we were eating sandy WheatThins and watching the kids chase seagulls.
For whatever we lose (like a you or a me),
It's always our self we find in the sea.
~e.e. cummings
Monday, August 17, 2009
We have a tub of butter the size of my head....and it makes me happy
by teresa
You know you're a grown up when you get more excited about the stuff you bought at Sam's Club than the stuff you bought at the mall.
You know you're a grown up when you get more excited about the stuff you bought at Sam's Club than the stuff you bought at the mall.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
“My kids always perceived the bathroom as a place where you wait it out until all the groceries are unloaded from the car.”
by teresa
Grocery day.
Blah.
I did plan out though and got stuff for 10 yummy dinners (thank you Rachel Ray and Sandra Lee magazines).
I was wondering, when you bring in your groceries do you
A: bring in all bags and then put away food?
or
B: Bring in a couple bags at a time and put away food as you go...before making anther trip to your car?
I do B.
I don't know why...but it bothers me leaving them there on the counter. I must unpack them immediately and clean up the mess before going out for more bags.
Grocery day.
Blah.
I did plan out though and got stuff for 10 yummy dinners (thank you Rachel Ray and Sandra Lee magazines).
I was wondering, when you bring in your groceries do you
A: bring in all bags and then put away food?
or
B: Bring in a couple bags at a time and put away food as you go...before making anther trip to your car?
I do B.
I don't know why...but it bothers me leaving them there on the counter. I must unpack them immediately and clean up the mess before going out for more bags.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Bad weather always looks worse through a window.
by teresa
Third day of rain here in Hampton Roads.
The kids were getting antsy inside so I let them get in the pool.
There was no thunder or lightening today..so why not?
I hung out on the covered porch and did sudoku while they splashed around in the waaaaay full pool.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional
by teresa
Great night yesterday.
After the flood (seriously...Noah cruised by on the way down Indian River Road) we headed to Logan's Roadhouse for dinner. It was Jackie's birthday and we decided to honor her by stuffing ourselves with meat and potatoes. Afterward we caravaned to the Barham's and topped the meal off with icecream cake. yummy.
Jackie opened her gift from George and the party kicked it up a notch.
A Wii, WiiFit and EActive games.
So fun!
It was hilarious setting up the characters and watching Jackie's virtual trainer run her ragged.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
respect the momma
by teresa
My day:
Four eye rolls
Three "whatever's"
Two toilet seats left up
One kid hung up on me.
My day:
Four eye rolls
Three "whatever's"
Two toilet seats left up
One kid hung up on me.
I love you, you love me, we're a happy family.
With a great big hug and a kiss from me to you.
Won't you say you love me too?
Why did we teach them to walk and talk?
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
It is one of life's bitterest truths that bedtime so often arrives just when things are really getting interesting.
by teresa
Today was so hot.
100 + heat index
The boys complained that is was even hot in the pool.
Now, that is hot.
We decided to go inside and wait for the moon.
Then we slid into the warm water and enjoyed the last moments of the day.
It was so dark. We decided to turn off the pool and deck lights and just use the moon as our night lite. A little scary at first, I must say. Have you ever dove into pitch blackness. Logic tells you there is nothing waiting beneath the surface...but your mind says different. Chilling and exhilarating. You swim a little harder and faster when you feel as if something unseen is close enough to touch you.
Exhausted, the kids came in and entered dream land posthaste.
Today was so hot.
100 + heat index
The boys complained that is was even hot in the pool.
Now, that is hot.
We decided to go inside and wait for the moon.
Then we slid into the warm water and enjoyed the last moments of the day.
It was so dark. We decided to turn off the pool and deck lights and just use the moon as our night lite. A little scary at first, I must say. Have you ever dove into pitch blackness. Logic tells you there is nothing waiting beneath the surface...but your mind says different. Chilling and exhilarating. You swim a little harder and faster when you feel as if something unseen is close enough to touch you.
Exhausted, the kids came in and entered dream land posthaste.
Sunday, August 09, 2009
still shufflin' away
by teresa
Ben and Nick playing Twenty One...with cookies instead of money.
Ben playing Go Fish in the pool with Keagan (he has waterproof cards).
Friday, August 07, 2009
Friday wrap up
by teresa
Had to move our Thursday night at the beach to Friday this week.
Had to move our Thursday night at the beach to Friday this week.
Soccer practice and weather messed up our normal day.
It was perfect. Chilly breeze and warm water. The boys were in the surf most of the time while the adults snacked on sunchips and nilla wafers. We saw some good friends there and spent a while laughing and talking about the upcoming ODU basketball and football seasons.
Today we woke up early to get the yard work done before the heat was too bad. The boys tackled the garage, weed whacking and grass cutting. I scrubbed my dirty hammock spotless and then proceeded to lounge in it for the next hour and a half. Nick and Ben played football in the newly manicured yard and the dog lay under me in the shade.
I love these long summer days.
Best line of the day: "His tongue looks like bacon." 
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
deal me in
by teresa
The new craze around the Green house is cards.
I broke out a deck a week ago when the boys were bored and they haven't been put away since.
Now they have three decks going on a never ending quest to make pairs, find the eights and build four stacks of suits. Ben is determined to learn how to shuffle. He calls it "the bridge". Dividing the cards in half, flicking them together (you gotta make 'em bendy mom) and then raising it all up to rush together. He practices over and over, even taking the cards in the car. I hear the fffraaapp of the deck as I drive.
Kristian has joined in the fun, spending the night with Ben and staying up till the wee hours laughing and playing go fish. I came in the room when I woke up and they were asleep on the floor surrounded by red and black.
It was all great until Chris showed them 52 card pickup.
The new craze around the Green house is cards.
I broke out a deck a week ago when the boys were bored and they haven't been put away since.
Now they have three decks going on a never ending quest to make pairs, find the eights and build four stacks of suits. Ben is determined to learn how to shuffle. He calls it "the bridge". Dividing the cards in half, flicking them together (you gotta make 'em bendy mom) and then raising it all up to rush together. He practices over and over, even taking the cards in the car. I hear the fffraaapp of the deck as I drive.
Kristian has joined in the fun, spending the night with Ben and staying up till the wee hours laughing and playing go fish. I came in the room when I woke up and they were asleep on the floor surrounded by red and black.
It was all great until Chris showed them 52 card pickup.
Monday, August 03, 2009
best lines of the week
by teresa
Sometimes I stop at a stop sign and wait for the light to turn green.
The lady at the McDonalds drive-in called me "sugar-puddin".
Sometimes I stop at a stop sign and wait for the light to turn green.
The lady at the McDonalds drive-in called me "sugar-puddin".
I don't know how it happened, but I woke up in the middle of the night with a honeybun wrapper stuck to my face. I pulled it off and tried to go back to sleep, but I was too sticky. I had to get up and wash my face. The next morning the dog jumped in the bed and wouldn't stop licking my pillow.
I didn't cheat!! If I cheated then I wouldn't have won...because cheaters never win stupid!
I ate lunch in the Michaels parking lot just to have some alone time.
Is that poop in the water?
It's my fourth cupcake today and I feel great!
Sunday, August 02, 2009
Happy Birthday Kaden
by teresa
We are all in party mode around here. Today was Kaden's 4th birthday and we had a blast helping her celebrate herself. She wore a princess crown...and she was living the princess life.
Lots of friends, family and yummy food made the day special. The highlight of the party for me was when she opened up the card we bought her, peeked inside, grouched out "NO MONEY!" and then tossed it on the ground.
Tomorrow we have another party on the agenda. It's for Kelsey (Ben's bff's 'lil sis) and it's a pool party. We will head out around 3:00 to get wet, have fun and eat more cake.
What could be better than that?
Saturday, August 01, 2009
thou shall not steal
by teresa
Don't you hate it when someone takes your leftovers from the fridge and eats them?
You have this tasty meal and there's so much you decide to leave some for the next days lunch. It's boxed up and put in the home fridge. The next day as you are throwing away some trash you see that little take out box shoved in the can...ravaged by a morsel mugger.
Oh my goodness it's so infuriating.
You have been punished for wise portion control.
And that grilled chicken with smoked bacon and mozz. cheese on a baguette with a smear of spicy bbq sauce from bakers crust was gonna be even better the second time around.
Don't you hate it when someone takes your leftovers from the fridge and eats them?
You have this tasty meal and there's so much you decide to leave some for the next days lunch. It's boxed up and put in the home fridge. The next day as you are throwing away some trash you see that little take out box shoved in the can...ravaged by a morsel mugger.
Oh my goodness it's so infuriating.
You have been punished for wise portion control.
And that grilled chicken with smoked bacon and mozz. cheese on a baguette with a smear of spicy bbq sauce from bakers crust was gonna be even better the second time around.
Friday, July 31, 2009
“Time is like a handful of sand- the tighter you grasp it, the faster it runs through your fingers”
by teresa
Last night's visit to the beach was so enjoyable.
Perfect weather and perfect atmosphere.
Long walks, laughter, sand angels and a big sandwich. What could be better?
My boys, Kristian and Kai, who have been tiffing with each other all week, came together and played in the water for hours. I love how they need each other in the ocean. It's so huge and scary alone. But en masse it's an adventure. The one not wanting to enter without the other.
We should move there.
*Kaden making sand angels*
Thursday, July 30, 2009
"Laughter is the shock absorber that eases the blows of life."
by teresa
Nick bought a shock pen at a novelty store at the beach.
It hurts.
He layed it on the desk and I picked it up to write something.
ZAAAAAP!
I screamed, threw it down and then heard Chris and Nick laughing their heads off.
Yep, hubby was in on it too.
Not cool.
Of course then we all plotted to get the rest of the family.
Katy, Kai...it was hilarious.
But the best was Lauren.
Ben went to her with a piece of paper and a scribbled bunny drawn on it.
"Lauren, I am trying to draw a bunny...will you draw a better one for me?"
She went to sketch out her long eared creation and got the mess shocked out of her.
She screamed and hurled the pen across the room.
Then...just as you would think Lauren would do, she picked it back up and shocked herself over and over. Laughing and laughing.
What a maniac kid!
Nick bought a shock pen at a novelty store at the beach.
It hurts.
He layed it on the desk and I picked it up to write something.
ZAAAAAP!
I screamed, threw it down and then heard Chris and Nick laughing their heads off.
Yep, hubby was in on it too.
Not cool.
Of course then we all plotted to get the rest of the family.
Katy, Kai...it was hilarious.
But the best was Lauren.
Ben went to her with a piece of paper and a scribbled bunny drawn on it.
"Lauren, I am trying to draw a bunny...will you draw a better one for me?"
She went to sketch out her long eared creation and got the mess shocked out of her.
She screamed and hurled the pen across the room.
Then...just as you would think Lauren would do, she picked it back up and shocked herself over and over. Laughing and laughing.
What a maniac kid!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first
by teresa
If you are in the mood for a something sweet you need to go to Just Cupcakes in the Hill Top West shopping center. I took the kids on a field trip there this week and then we stopped and surprised Chris at work with a sweet treat on the way home.
If you are in the mood for a something sweet you need to go to Just Cupcakes in the Hill Top West shopping center. I took the kids on a field trip there this week and then we stopped and surprised Chris at work with a sweet treat on the way home.
Decadent and delicious.
Ben's peanut butter cupcake looked so yummy. I had strawberry...which I will be returning to get a dozen of for the next get together I attend.
Click on the website and browse...I bet you won't be able to stay away.
Monday, July 27, 2009
the kids
by teresa
Today Ben's bff is coming over to hang out till soccer practice tonight. Ben could play with Joe 24/7 and never get tired of it. But, he is not good a juggling more than one or two friends at a time. Last week a couple of school friends came knocking on the door wanting Ben to play. He hid beside the couch and begged us to tell them he wasn't home. He is so anti-social (I wonder where he gets that from). Did I let them in? Of course. I am a mean momma. He kept peeking his head in the door telling me to call him in in five minutes.
Lauren did a pretty good job of painting the upstairs bathroom. It's not totally finished...but pretty close. It looks sooo much better than it did before. She got the job of painting because of the paint pealing compulsion she had. For years, when she would go to the bathroom she would see a bit of pealing paint and rip it off. Sometimes leaving big strips from wall to wall. I love the color...summer field (a light apple-ish green). Chris sent me to the store to buy white paint...hahaha.
Nick is off restriction this morning. He was on lock down from friends and phone last week because he was giving me attitude about his chore calendar. I wonder how this week will be? Nothing like 168 straight hours with your mom to snap you into obey mode.
Today Ben's bff is coming over to hang out till soccer practice tonight. Ben could play with Joe 24/7 and never get tired of it. But, he is not good a juggling more than one or two friends at a time. Last week a couple of school friends came knocking on the door wanting Ben to play. He hid beside the couch and begged us to tell them he wasn't home. He is so anti-social (I wonder where he gets that from). Did I let them in? Of course. I am a mean momma. He kept peeking his head in the door telling me to call him in in five minutes.
Lauren did a pretty good job of painting the upstairs bathroom. It's not totally finished...but pretty close. It looks sooo much better than it did before. She got the job of painting because of the paint pealing compulsion she had. For years, when she would go to the bathroom she would see a bit of pealing paint and rip it off. Sometimes leaving big strips from wall to wall. I love the color...summer field (a light apple-ish green). Chris sent me to the store to buy white paint...hahaha.
Nick is off restriction this morning. He was on lock down from friends and phone last week because he was giving me attitude about his chore calendar. I wonder how this week will be? Nothing like 168 straight hours with your mom to snap you into obey mode.
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