Awkward Times at Ridgemont High

We are signing for our house tomorrow. Pretty exciting time for us. It kind of dawned on us this week that we REALLY need to nail down a few decor details.... What color to paint the walls, carpet texture, hardwood color, new door knobs.... You know, the normal new house stuff. Well, as I was pondering my mind wondered into a different direction. I tried my best to figure out what our "style" is. I instinctively lean towards "eclectic", which on many levels is true, however I truly feel "Chaotic & broke but trying to look good" suits us much better description.

I think everyone can relate to this on some level... Have you ever broken up with a long-time boyfriend, had a falling out with someone close to you, or perhaps used body language to illustrate stabbing a knife in your back while telling your best friend "This is us!!"?!? After your breakup, falling out or "This is US" moment you find that picture or trinket that meant something to each of you?!? Why is it so awkward?!? You've said your piece either you're friends or you aren't -- But there are still awkward times...

Did you know on average there is a lull in conversation every 7 minutes?!? I try to break this "lull" with that little known trivia factoid. Now you can too.

We now have a full blown blue eyed tantrum throwing toddler on our hands. We've figured out ways to curb the tantrums TREMENDOUSLY. One way is to have "Santa" call and speak to her. It's usually one of my uncles. Uncle Rob is the best so far. He's all excited and says what a Santa would say. DISCLAIMER - If you have not learned the "truth about Santa" please stop reading about 3 sentences ago. Well, we had our family pictures taken tonight at the mall while Ry was home. We asked Shae if she would like to go see Santa -- Her response, verbatum, "No, I can't, I'm a good girl" HA apparently she thinks Santa is a disciplinarian AND a gift giver. Awesome parenting 1o1, we are the instructors. ;o)

I tried to shop for a winter coat today with little, well no response, from Scott. He's so stressed about the house, I think that is all that's on his mind. Understandably so. I can't wait to get the house.... so I can go winter coat shopping ;o)