Sunday, August 31, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Such a funny little sister
I must say I have the funniest sisters around. Particularly, my little sister, Stephanie. I accidentally sent an invitation to join Facebook to my entire contact list. How embarrassing to be approaching 29 years of age and sending an invite to FaceBook to everyone I've ever emailed. The only bright side was seeing my sister's post on her Facebook page. This is the comment she has next to her profile picture.
Stephanie Brownavic is looking at my fine piece of real estate that is otherwise known of as my husband.. grr.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Miss Mia
Miss Mia
This time three years ago we were leaving your beautiful country and flying to your new home to start our life as a family. You are the brightest light to enter our lives. Your daddy and I feel like we have always known your sweet little soul. You have taught us more about love and life and family than we ever knew was possible. You helped us heal and continue to bring us so much joy.
You are growing so fast but continue to keep that extra thoughtful part of you that worries about where bugs will sleep at night and if Maz's boo-boos will be okay. You're hilarious, fiercely independent and beautiful all wrapped up into the greatest gift anyway could receive.
Happy Gotcha Day...my love
I think this work thingy is going to work
I was very hesitant about working out of the house again and taking a job that would require travel and some long hours but I have to say I didn't realize how much I missed being in the thick of things until I went back. I was made to work. Period. I thrive in entrepreneurial crazy environments. I'm lucky enough to work with very thoughtful and bright people. Dennis has been telling me over the last year, you need to go back work full-time in an office! I've tried the stay at home route and the work remote route. They both had benefits and disadvantages. I'm so glad I was able to spend the time that I have with the girls and the fact they have been able to spend over a year together everyday. I know people struggle with both sides of the debate. But, for me, I'm happy. It forces me to really focus on the girls with the time that I do have and it seems to be working.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
She does have a point
We've regressed a bit on the current sleeping arrangements with Ms. Mia. Somehow she has wiggled her way back into our bed. We really held our ground at first but over time we just chose not to fight that battle.
She loves books so I found a great book that tells the story of how important it is for everyone to sleep in their own bed like mr. bunny, mommy, daddy, sister, ms. doggie, etc. I could hear noises in the other room but I just assumed it was Dennis and when I walked into our room, little miss smarty pants moved her bed into our room. I asked what she was doing and she said she was sleeping in her own bed...it just happened to be moved in our room.
Mazzy
This weekend Mia went to stay overnight at her aunt's house. The same aunt that had her two weeks ago when Mia refused to come home. Let's just say...lots of ice cream, candy and fun times. The good news for Mazlin is she has us all to herself. She took her first Burley ride with Daddy and the three of us just hung out. She would yell "NO!" whenever we mentioned Mia's name. It was hilarious. We are all back together and they have picked up on fighting right where they left off.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Mia loves Trader Joes
We try and fit everything we can into her cart and when they tell her how much at the checkout she ignores them and requests a balloon. I'm going to try that next time.
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
The Bono Purse Ritual
Does anyone else have a ritual with their family members? I blame my Mom for this one. Since I can remember, we've been fascinated by each others purse. You can't walk in the door without getting the complete purse review. Where did you get that? Can I have it? Sure enough, we return to my house after a few drinks out on our sister/niece evening and we immediately trade purses. We dump everything on the table and do the big switcharoo. We've been doing this for years. If my Mom was alive right now, she would kill for Bev's purse that is now Debbie's. Are you following?
It is a funny thing moving back to where you came from. Years have gone by ( a few marriages, new kids, new jobs, new homes, loss of parents, etc...) but we will always be four girls from the Italian section of St. Louis raised by an OCD mom that was really really funny when she drank (how's that for a complex explanation?) Since I've been back our differences seem to lessen (even though there's a few Republicans sprinkled in that mix who I won't name in fear of retribution) Their stories help me understand myself better and make my memories a little clearer, if that makes sense. I'm happy to be back home. Nothing makes me feel better than Mia and Maz leaving to visit their aunts or cousins. Plus, who else is going to tell you a few pound less in your mid-section wouldn't hurt while they're smiling at you.
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
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