family

I just read the most heartfelt blog ever..written by my sister-in-law about my niece, whose birthday it is today.Amazing. Anyway, I am not as great of a writer but let me tell you, family is wonderful. It may be stressful and tiring at times but well worth it all.
Alex: Oh sweet Alex..he is a completely different child when he is by himself then with his sisters but it makes him Alex...overabundance of energy but so sweet. In everything he does, he means the very best. Sometimes he even shows his emotional side when his niece knocks over his brick tower..he cried...he will learn that all he has to do is rebuild another masterpiece and move on..He is the best cuddler in the world! Favorite thing about him is when he sneaks kisses on my cheek or wants a hug from him mommy (of all people). He likes to collect baseball cards and play Wii games, particularly Monster Jam. Thats my boy!!
Arielle...my Arie...who at this moment is crying for some reason. Apparently her nose met the entertainment center...Not a good meeting. She is good at brushing it off and moving on to a new solid object to bump into...she wants to do and be just like her big brother. Adorable..monkey see, monkey do. She is three going on 21. I call her my little diva...she likes to sing along to High School Musical II..thinks that Troy is her boyfriend (look out Vanessa Hudgens). She likes to play Wii games with her brother and try every trick he does.
And baby Bree...my Aubree...She will be one soon. Went by fast...but not as fast as the first year of the other two. Probably because of the complete rollercoaster of 2008. The year was crazy with her birth, the problems with me and Marc, my loss of work etc...but she brightens my day and gets me through it all. The simplicity of childhood is amazing and just a simple smile makes me realize what is truly important in life. Yes, having a career where I can truly be acknowledged for being me and not put down because of my beliefs of everyone being treated equal and doing their jobs. There should never be an exception to that, no matter what anyone says. But enough about that.......children are like medicine...They make the booboos all better...Whether is be just a kiss on the cheek, a hug or even a simple smile. My A-team is the best!! I love them with every part of my being.

Chapped lips

Ok, so I know that part of living in Wisconsin is the cold weather and the snow. However, I don't recall anybody warning me the dangers of having a three year old who loves makeup and will steal every one of my chapsticks so that my lips are continually chapped. Ok, so people might say that chapped lips is from dehydration but I don't think so. I think its payback for having a diva for a daughter....

Anyway, so Bree will be one in less than two weeks. Crazy...I remember being pregnant with her and the not so much fun times with that. Having a birthday party for her as well but reading my sister-in-laws blog, I am not sure sure I want to do that. I can't lock myself in a room with cake and wine..there are no locks on the doors!! OH NO!!