So, it has begun

There is a time in starting to become a young lady that a phase must begin. Today I took ginger to the store to by, sigh, a razor and shaving cream. We got the Venus Embrace disposable razors which are supposed to cut out nicks and cuts. She picked out her shave gel that smells tropical. She was very excited to start this process but I had her wait till shower time. 

So, I went into the bathroom with her while the boys in the house went to go wash clothes.  I took my razor out and side by side I walked her through the process. My heart was breaking as a saw a piece of my little baby break away and become a young lady. She did very well for her first time. A lot better than momma took it that is for sure. I will now go cry into my pillow and chug some chocolate milk to soothe my mind, nerves, and whoas. 

Until Laterz,

Insomnamom 

Cell Phones for Teens. To Do it, or Not to do it??

My kids have been asking me to get them a cell phone.  Grant it, it is only an extra $10/mo. but do I have that at this moment?  Then I ask myself, why do they need one?  Coaches, schools, and friends houses all have phones, right?  So, why does my 14 and 11 year old need a phone?  Just because their friends do??  I have found myself looking at cell phones that do not require data plans, because I do not want them going on Facebook at school when they should be concentrating on their studies.  Then there is the whole responsibility thing.  Can they be responsible enough to not lose the phone and take care of it?  My kids are not hanging out with their friends at the mall, or outside that much enough for me to worry about where they are.  Dunno, but it sounds like I have my answer.  No cell phone just yet.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Looking for someone who can relate

Last week Monday, my daughter had diarrhea in the morning and a headache at night. She did not have any diarrhea this past Monday, but the headache is still present. She is 11 years old and the only signs of growing up is some buds. Would love any and all guesses and relations to this. 

Until Laterz,

Insomnamom

Happiness is.....

In the midst of getting Ginger's tummy issues derailed, I got to hang out with the girls. I have been so worried about my daughter and wondering what is making her icky, that I really have not had some me time. Tonight was awesome. Just me, da girls, and a few ummm...toys and things. I have to tell you that the Pure Romance Green Tea after shower spray smells AH MAZING. It is a discontinued product, but the rep had some on hand. Score one for me =)

I really am not into the self pleasing genre's. but give me the body sprays anytime!! So, here is my confession for the night. Brace yourselves. I have only read a page and a half of 50 Shades. What they do in the book is not my cup of tea.  But listening to the older ladies that come to these parties is quite the entertainment that lasts me quite awhile lol. 

Until Laterz,

Insomnamom

tales of the mysterious illnes

Since Monday, my daughter has had a headache, feeling blah, and running to the bathroom for #2 probs.  I emailed the doctor and they wanted her to give a urine sample.  Those results came back negative for whatever they tested for.  So, we will do the B.R.A.T. diet and continue to monitor her.  For tonight's dinner we are having eggs, and biscuits.  I so owe this girl a bigger meal once all things have passed (sorry for the pun). 

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Once in a lifetime

I am a huge fan of the show Restaurant: Impossible. Well, they are in town this week and yours truly got to volunteer working on the restaurant. I worked right along side Tom the builder and Cheryl the designer. I even had a brief moment with Chef Rob. I spackled, filled boxes, and vaccumed up after they removed the carpet. From what I hear, this episode should air in June. I can't wait.

Hey all

Well, hello there. Sorry that I haven't been on in a long time. Since I was last on here, Christmas was quiet and nice, and Mr. Twister turned 14. We went to the Museum of Science and Industry and had a blast (literally from the experiment that was done). Work has been work, and school for me has been interesting, and aggravating. If you ever do online schooling, always keep tabs on what your instructor is doing with your grades.
I think spring has finally sprung here (YAY!!!). I have some other things on my mind, but I'll do that hopefully sometime soon.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom.

The latest

Hey all,

Where have I been you ask? Well, things have been hectic to say the least. Christmas and New Years was nice and quiet. Went to my sisters in New Year's Day for our Christmas which was really cool. Before that, the PITA (ex hubby) that I live with, lost his job. I have to say though that he has been very persistent about finding a new job. I just pray that the phone will start ringing off the hook soon.

Oh umm sorry I just got side tracked by "Off our Rockers" and PSY was on and well someone forgot to tell him that the barn door wasn't completely closed. Ugh.

Ok now back to the blog lol. Anywho, things are looking up for me in the pursuit of a career with my degree.

I hope all is well with you all

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Oh Jolly Man in the Red Suit.....

Dear Santa,

My wish this year is both personal and for the world.  First, I want my kids to be happy and healthy as well as successful in their education.  Second, I would love to see less hurt, losses, and a lot more love all around.  I have had a lot of friends this year lose those they love, and have suffered loss of jobs, and other forms of heartache.  We need more brotherhood/sisterhood in this world, and I pray that we can all gain this in the coming year.

Now, onto my personal list.....

My van need to be detailed inside and out for two very important reasons....oh I love my kiddos lol

i just absolutely LOVE this type of dining table.  

I need a new microwave stand to house my Keurig (sorry Sara) and K-Cups

But, more practical and convenient, I would like gift cards to the following establishments:

Target, Walmart, Olive Garden, Amazon (kindle), and famous footwear.

Now for my Doctor items....I am a hoodie junkie, so of course i NEED a Doctor Who Hoodie

My Doctor is 10 (David Tennent) and this iPhone 4s case would be bloody brilliant to have.

And of course just about anything 10 would be ideal.

With that, I bid you all a great day, and a wonderful upcoming Holiday season.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

My Other Job

Not only am I a part time employee at a big box hardware store, but I am also a Gold Canyon Home Fragrances Consultant.  It is the holiday time here at GC, and SO many yummy smells, and accessories for your home to decorate with.  You can visit my website here and window shop or even shop away.  Feel free to check out the sales tab as well as the gone but not forgotten section.

So, now let me tell you about a very cool opportunity for you to get a 26oz Fresh Orange Gold Canyon double wick candle.  It is very easy to enter.  Go to my sister's page, and follow Fluffimama and enter in the provided section.  She is a great mom, crafter, idea extravagant, and a lover of Doctor 10 (swoon).

Enjoy both links, and I hope that you win.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

The Small Wonders That Mean A Lot

I have been wondering for a week or so now if Ginger has diabetes or not.  It does run in the family on both sides.  More closely..her father has it.  Her symptoms are as follows:

Sweet breath

when she drinks, it is a lot

gets moody, and moody about being moody (could be a ginger thing too)

she does have blah moments too on a daily basis.

While at the local high school football game this evening, I ran into our family doctor (which was a HUGE relief).  I told him my concern, and he does not think that she has it.  He stated that if she did, she would be pretty sickly looking.  I do trust him, but I pray harder that he is correct.  Monday is our day to go in and get her well child check up, and to test for diabetes.  I know it is not the end of the world if she does, but for her not to have it would be a HUGE blessing.  

I did tell Ginger though this evening my concern for her.  She took it extremely well.  Of course, she hopes that she does not have it because she doesn't want to have to test her blood like her dad.  One day at a time, and even one moment at a time.  One more hurdle that I know we can get over.

Until Laterz,

Insomnamom

Just Thoughts

They say that your heart is an open book, live and let live.  Well, something like that LOL.  Anywho, my dream last night was about being back with some peeps that I love with all of my heart and that I miss on a daily basis.  One of which has had my heart for longer than should be.  I see them every year for a short time, and then I wait eight whole months for their return again.  I know the time is ticking in when I will not see them anymore.  So, I try to live and let live, but it is not without struggle.

Secondly, here I sit with a degree in Early Childhood Education, and no job in that field to show for it.  My current job has me on a roller coaster of hours and no REAL answer as to why it is that way.  I look for work in my degree, and everything is full thus far.  I long to work with children, especially those with autism, (working on my bachelor's degree for that), and to feel fulfilled in life.  The feeling as I was going to punch out for the day was the feeling that my time was limited there.  Not because of getting let go, but because I feel that it is my time to get out of there.  I pray that I am right about those feelings.  Being trapped in a position that you know is not what you are supposed to be doing is not fun.

So, now I sit here and cry before Mr. Twister gets home from school, since I do not want to worry him about mom any more than he already does.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Following in my footsteps

Having kids has been such a joy.  I brought them into the world without any expectations for sports and activities that they should do.  I let them be themselves and adventure in what they want to do.  Let me just say how proud I am of them.  Their activities and sports that they have chosen on their own is such a joy to be able to watch.  I played junior high basketball for two years and had a blast.  I never made any points, but I had a blast.  My son LOVES basketball and will be playing in a week and a half for his 7th grade school.  My daughter, just signed up to do skills and drills basketball and is loving it.  She stated today that it is getting easier.  I feel as if I am reliving my childhood through them.  I just sit back and watch, and give them comforting words if things go wrong, and of course all sorts of praise when they do well.  I never will critique my children or talk down to them.  I always tell them how proud I am of them for giving it their best effort.  I have to admit, for both of my children to want to play basketball I am doing the Jig inside =)

Whether or not your kids are athletic or book worms, cheer them on and be proud of all that they do.

Until Laterz,
Insmomnamom

a sick ginger is not a happy ginger

At 5am this morning Ginger came to me saying that she just threw up for the second time within three hours.  Her temp was at 101.7, and her throat hurt too.  She wanted to wait until her brother was up for school until she went to the ER.  Once at the ER, they wanted to do a throat culture on her to check for strep.  The only way I can describe how the nurses and I tried to manipulate Ginger, and coax her into letting us get this culture done is to give you a visual of having to open a jar of pickles.  You move yourself into various positions, try different tactics, and then you forcefully, but nicely tell it to open.  She finally did open her mouth enough to get a culture done, which did come back positive for strep =(

Here is my list of feel better stuff for my little ginger:
Amoxicilin
Anti nausea meds
A white tiger hat (the one that looks like the animal and the sides hang down)
baked potatoes
broccoli cheddar soup (her dinner request with the potatoes)
applesauce
bananas
ginger ale
sprite
water
powerade
and of course A LOT of TLC from momma

So, come on meds and old fashioned TLC and care do your thing.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Oh yes...it HAS started

Yesterday, I found myself EXTREMELY giddy that I could actually take advantage of the Walmart layaway a few days early.  So, while the Bear/Packer game was on, I ventured out and could not wait to load up my cart full of stuff for my kiddos to put under the tree.  Got my hands on the cart and started to sing Christmas carols in my head, ( cause singing them out loud might get me a few strange looks).  I head straight for the electronic section to pre pick what I wanted to get before my layaway venture would end.  I then proceeded to the toy section with pride and anticipation.  With pride and anticipation....with...SIGH!!!  You know that moment in a parents life when you realize that your babies, aren't really "babies" anymore.  Yea...I had that happen to me last night.  I got Mr. Twister a Lego city truck, and Ginger a Razor Scooter from the toy section.  Usually, I have about a half a cart full just from the toy section alone.  Sigh...  Then I went back to the electronic section and looked long and hard for the video games that they would love to play.  Mr. Twister got Harry Potter: Years 5-7, and Captain America.  Ginger got Zuma's Revenge ( a facebook game that we both love), and Mario Tennis.

With far less enthusiasm that I had going into the store, I trekked off to the layaway counter, with a nearly empty cart.  Good thing is, I can add onto the layaway as more new items come to the shelves as the Holiday's come more and more near.  In addition, we can add small appliances this year to the layaway if we wish, so I am contemplating a deep fryer and the soda maker machine.  

So, my fellow parents with little lads and lasses, enjoy them young, because sooner or later, all those toys that they love to play with now, will come far and fewer between, and you yourself will find yourself with not such a great Christmas cart.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

11 years ago to the day....how i remember it

I had just woke up since my three day old wanted to be fed and changed.  my two and a half year old toddler was running around without a care in the world.  As I happily sat down on the couch and turned on the TV holding my little Ginger, I could not believe what I was seeing or hearing.  I was trying to grasp at this reality that I was seeing.  Then, the second plane hit.  I got chills, sobs, and just wanting to hold what was near and dear to me...my newborn daughter, and my two and a half year old son.  My son just wanted to be a kid, so I just held my daughter a lot closer at the moment.  Once I composed myself a bit, I called my parents to tell them what was going on.  My dad thought it was a movie at first, then realized the realness at what he was seeing.  Then I called to see if my sister was okay at school and to see if they were releasing them early.  I knew she was safe, but yet had my reservations.  As much as I wanted to go on with life, I could not tear myself away from the TV.  I wanted to know why, and who would do this to the USA.  Then, hours later we found out.  I was sick knowing that we were attacked by outsiders, and could not wait for us to get the people that did this to us.  Watching the events fold out throughout the coming days, I felt a sense of pride seeing that we had become a United Nation since strangers were helping strangers, families helping families, and states coming to where the help was needed most.  We were a BIG family on that day, and months afterward.  Now, here we are 11 years later, and I feel that we are not as united as we were on that fateful day.  This makes me sad.  Our forefathers wanted us to be United in these States of America for a reason.  WE ALL NEED EACH OTHER!!  As I posted earlier this evening, I have a light on my porch in honor of those who have fallen eleven years ago, and for the families who have lost their loved ones.  I pray that each of you will join me in doing this tonight.  It is not too late to do this.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Shine a light for 9/11

It is that simple. I urge you all to go outside right now and shine anything that lights up into the night sky. Let us all remember the victims and their families of this tragic event that happened 11 years ago to the day.

Until laterz,
Insomnamom

Effects of Insomnamom

Here I thought that the kids going back to school would provide nice sleeping moments for myself.  How wrong was I.  I wake up thinking if my son will be okay on the bus and at school.  Of course he is, but my brain won't be quiet at all.  Then of course there is the never ending battle with my bladder.  I want to sleep, but it thinks it is time for me to get up and take care of it.  How selfish can it get???  The other night, that battle came about again, and this time it had me wide awake for a bit.  So, I hopped onto Facebook, just to glance and see if there was anything new.  Apparently, a friend saw that I was on and we text each other for about a half an hour, which I am not complaining about.  We hardly talk while he is traveling on the road, so anytime I hear from him I am happy to talk to him, no matter the time of day or night.  I will be seeing him for quite possibly the last time for a long time, or even ever.  Yes, through the power of technology we will keep in touch, but it will not be the same.  This has been on my mind as well, and is the cause of my insomnia this week as well.  He has had my heart for quite sometime, not sure if he even realizes it.  If nothing else, I have the best friend that a woman could ever ask for.  So, on Sunday, I will give him a hug, tell him I love him, and say see ya later, even if later never comes.

So, to you, I say as always,

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

13 hours and 13 minutes....

That is what Ginger just told me it was until they had to wake up for their first day of school.  7th grade and 5th grade this year.  There will be tears, hugs, holding onto and not wanting to let go, all by my doing.  It just seems like yesterday that they were toddlers wreaking havoc in the house.  Now they are big kids wreaking havoc in the house.  Ginger's teacher will be going on maternity leave any moment due to the stature of her pregnancy.  Mr. Twister has a whole new set of teachers for 7th grade, including his special ed teacher.  We have met him, and they have seem to have bonded already, which is a HUGE relief.  He also knows quite a few teachers from last year for his home ec/technology classes.  In addition, the new computers teacher at his school, is his old one from his grade school.  Which means that Ginger will not have her this year to which she says.. =(   Tomorrow should be fun to hear all about their day, and to have them do their homework right away instead of procrastinating until later on when they will be VERY tired.  Expect to see pictures of the day tomorrow, and how I survived the quietness of the house, and how they survived their first day of school.

Until Laterz,
Insomnamom

Proud of my Little Ham

We just got home from my daughter, Ginger, from talking to her principal about her fifth grade class to go to the Brewers game next year.  It has been a school tradition for many years at her school, except for last year.  Last year the fifth grade class went roller skating which is a far cry from going to the ballgame.  A lot of kids were sad that they did not get to go.  My daughter does not want this to happen to her class this year.  So, Ginger got all dressed up and looked professional, had her game face on, and presented her plan to her principal.  Her principal loved her ideas, and even gave her a few more ideas and a game plan to present this to her teachers and fellow students.  She is determined enough to not let this fail.  I am very proud of her and I cannot wait to see her shine this year, and make this dream come true for her entire class.


Until Laterz,
Insomnamom