I've got boogers!

Yes...my son told me that he has boogers. I could hardly contain my laughter as he says this when we are laying down trying to take a nap on Sunday!

Thanks for the information Jaden!

What can happen in a month!

Its amazing the changes that happen to a 2 year old in a month. Don't get me wrong...Jaden's terrible twos are in full swing but he had made so much improvement. Here are just a few examples:

(1) Bedtime - This is probably the biggest improvement yet. A little over a month ago bedtime was the most stressful time of the day. Jaden would cry for an hour or longer in bed and he often woke up several times during the night. Now, he actually tells us he is ready for bed. He reads his book, says his prayers and then goes right to sleep. No more sitting by the door listening to him scream.

(2) Prayer - Jaden loves to pray for his friends before bedtime. Here is a list of the people he prays for. It is quite lengthy. (Daddy, Mommy, JJ, Harley, Ethan, Shana, John, Nana, Papaw, Grammie, Papa, Ms. Jenn, Ms Mandy, Hayden, Jack, Hunter, Marcus, Lisa, CJ, Paige, Logan, Kylie, and so on) Sometimes we have to go thru the list a second time.

(3) Daycare - a few weeks ago Jaden would cry when I would drop him off. He wanted me to hold him and would get so upset when I would leave. Soon I was able to bribe him with a morning snack and he would do okay with this. Now he runs to his classroon, opens the door and is ready to push me out the door before I can even get in the classroom.

He just really amazes me at the progress he has made. Maybe he will be this good when it comes time to potty train.

BUSY BUSY BUSY

There are 3 words that can describe this week. BUSY BUSY BUSY. OK, so its really only one word repeated 3 times but it still tells you how BUSY I am. The week started out with superbowl. We joined our friends the Muzykas, Waddells, and Paynes for a fun night. It was fun to watch all of the kids play and we only had to break up a few fights (mostly over Thomas the train). The next day was my first day on the new job. Although things have started off slow...it is to be expected. I have alot of software to download on my pc and not to mention about 10 boxes to unpack. Oh and lets not forget I have to setup my pc in my new office. This is always fun...there is so much to plug in. Unlike my old office I actually have enough outlets. I think I am finally settled in and now its time to start some training. I have alot of new stuff to learn(java, etl, weblogic, etc). I have alot of challenges ahead of me but I am up for it.

If thats not enough, Jaden's terrible twos are in full swing. I am so tired of hearing the word NO! We do plenty of time outs and even some spankings. I'm not sure how efficient these are...especially when he says "No hit my JJ". I really try hard not to laugh and keep a straight face but his is becoming more difficult.

Last Days

Well I am down to my last 2 days here with my AP team at JCPenney. I have turned over all of my work and I am now in the process of packing my office. First things first though, I must clean out all of the junk that I have collected over the last 6 years. Its amazing the stuff I am finding. Mostly old documentation that isn't even relevant anymore. Its a long process and it gets me thinking about the last six years and how much I have celebrated with these people. They have really become like family. I have my farewell lunch tomorrow and I think its really going to hit me then. I hope I can keep it together.

Well I just wanted to drop a quick note. I mean these boxes aren't going to pack themselves. Although I wish they would.

Facelift

I gave my blog a well deserved facelift. I am pretty happy with the results. Since I am in IT an all it was time for me to put those skills to work. Anyways...I think it turned out nice. What do you think?

***Update***
Nothing on my blog seems to work correctly after the facelift, so I am still working on this.

Jaden's 2 year portraits

I just got the proofs for Jaden's 2 year portraits and they are really cute. Here are a few of my favorites.

I love this one. It just shows his innocence.
Trying to show us his pockets.

Look how big and tall he is.
This one is precious. It just shows the silly side of a two year old.
We even managed to sneak in a few family photos

New Year, New Me

I am very excited now that we are in 2009. I know there will be many great things in store for this year. I have many resolutions to become a healthier and happier me. It may all start with a job in a different department. I have a meeting next week with the manager to discuss the position a little further. Althougth I am very comfortable where I am a change will be good for me. I am starting to get stale in my current role and just want to do something more exciting. Anyways here are my new years resolutions.

(1) Live Healthy - eat healthier, waste less, exercise more.
(2) Volunteer - I currently volunteer with the SPCA but I haven't been very active with them lately. I hope to become more active in this area of my life.
(3) Study the word - I would like to become more involved in bible studies and church activities. This is one area of my life that sometimes gets neglected.
(4) Become a better wife/mother. Sometimes I can let life get in the way of the things that are important to me. I just want to dedicate more time to my family so we can continue to grow closer together.

Well I guess that is enough for today.