First, shout out to my in-laws, Steve and Mary Jane because today is their Anniversary! Happy Anniversary!!!
So, the good...
Aunt Ansley came to visit and Trenton had so much fun! He was on his semi-best behavior and loved visiting with her. Ansley's visit was short, but sweet. Ansley and Trenton were able to play on Saturday and Sunday. But, this leads us to the bad...
The bad...
Trenton is sick. At first I thought it was going to be a normal fussy Sunday for him. He fussed and fell asleep in Church (precious) in his mommy's lap. We went home and went to Salsa's for lunch. Trenton slept. Not long after that we went back home and relaxed. Trenton would not relax. He was fussy and miserable. He ate 8 oz around 2:00 and then went to take a nap. He slept from 2:30 to after 6:30 when I finally woke him up to see if he would eat. He was burning up! I took his temp and it was 100.7, but I figured I would just feed him and let him cool down. Well, he didn't after eating, his temp rose to 101.1. I called the Doctor. That is why we have one, right? The nurse told me to monitor his temp and take him to the ER if we go over 105. However, this led to what will we do for Monday? Trenton can't go to school with a fever! So, I cried because my Mom and Dad (yet again) volunteered to keep him. I know they don't mind, but really, I know there are things Mom would rather do with her last vacation day; however she tells me otherwise. So, Trenton is at Nameless and Sir's house today. I compromised since Mom was using her last vacation day and took him there. At least she could be at her house to get things done! Sir is leaving work early because he is precious and wants to be there too. So, we will see about school tomorrow, but right now, bless his little heart, Mommy has no idea what is going on.
the SCARY!!!
Friday evening I went out to the get paper...I was walking back to the front door and saw this thing coiled in my driveway...it was a snake!
Flashback - In October of 2006 Wes and I went to a Tennessee Football game with some friends. Well, the first morning we are there, our friend goes to take a shower and there is a little snake in the tub. Well, Wes's friend, Adam hates snakes, I hate snakes, and the other girl hates snakes. Well, one of us is going to have to man up. Keep in mind, wes and I have been dating for only 3 months, so he has to prove himself strong and worthy. :) Also, keep in mind this snake is near dehydration and death, but whatever. Wes goes to get him with a fire poker, that doesn't work. Poor snake is angry, but can't move around too much. After many attempts, lots of screaming (mainly by the boys) the snake is thrown out the window and slithers away. The distance from the tub to the window was maybe 2 steps.
Knowing nothing about snakes, I just walked around it and called for Wes, but I didn't tell him what it was because we all know how he feels about snakes. he comes out and I show him the little snake. He is maybe 2.5 feet long. Before anything he tells me to get his shoes because he is going to run with this thing across the yard. Wes grabs the shovel to try and pick him up and put him somewhere else. The snake moves and Wes jumps and runs away. Meanwhile I hear Baxter inside crying too.
While I hate snakes, I don't like to kill them unless they are poisonous because God's creation did not know he was sitting in my driveway. Well, I call my neighbors, The Ellis's, to see if they are afraid of snakes like we are. No ANSWER! I walk over there to see if they are home. Lights are on, but they have 2 small children. I don't want to wake them up. I just walk away and do what any girl does, call her parents.
Here is my parental advice:
"Look at its eyes, what are they shaped like."
Sara: "I am sorry, what? I am not getting that close to him, thanks for the option."
"What is the striping like?"
Sara: "he is the color of brick, a baby and has this diamond pattern"
"What color?"
Sara: "brick and black"
Mom with her Middle School background starts singing that red on yellow friend of fellow.
Well, okay, I will send you a picture of him and you can let me know. At this point I learn how the camera phone does not zoom well. So, I get relatively close and take a picture, send it to dad, and wait.
Meanwhile, The ELLIS FAMILY IS HOME! They had gone for a walk to help the kids calm down, well, we ruined that. Our nice neighbors would never say anything bad about us, so they were so calm about the situation. Daddy Ellis is not afraid of snakes, so my husband and his shovel go over the our driveway while Momma Ellis and myself wait in the other driveway with the kids. Daddy Ellis picks up the snake and walks it to the back yard. It is just a little gardner snake, so we all survive! I could not have made it without our WONDEFUL neighbors saving the day and not yelling at me for revving up their children right before bedtime. OOPS!
Please note, if baby snake's Momma shows up in my drive way, she will meet a GMC Sierra Truck tire. OOPS!
Monday, April 12, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Really, I am stressed about this?!?
I have a very fun blog, but I decided to first blog about this new stress in my life and tomorrow bring you the story of the snake. So, if you want to read about my new stress..read on.
I am 26 (recently turned), married, and a Mom. Well, my stress, registering for classes. I still get that feeling you get of "What if the class I HAVE TO HAVE is full?" "What if I don't know anyone?" "Who will be my friend/study buddy?" Well, ASU has a way of making up your mind for you.
I understand the world of education is pretty stretched to the limit, trust me, I feel the anxiety every time I think of graduating and see there are NO jobs available. However, ASU does not have to increase the fees for an online course by $600 making it $1500 to never even set foot in the door. So, I am no longer taking that class.
As you know, I have slowed my path of graduating because I am scared of leaving my current job that I truly love, so now I graduate Spring 2012, not 2011. This is great not only for me, but also my poor husband. We see each other on Friday night after he has softball on Monday/Wednesday and I have class Tuesday/Wednesday. What is Thursday? Normally, an event, grocery store, or he works late.
Tomorrow, 10:00 AM the letter "E" registers for class. That is officially me, I changed my name last semester. So, as I was sitting upstairs, pretending to study for my midterm on Tuesday I realized that with the increase in fees (Thanks ASU, my athletic fee (that I have NEVER used) should cover that) I have NO clue what I am taking. Had I stuck to my original graduation date, it would be all laid out for me by my advisor, but oh well! So, here I am. NOT studying, and stressing about the silliest things.
However, I am proud to say after Wes agreeing with pretty much everything I mentioned, I have mapped out my classes until graduation and I am proud to say I will not be too busy! While I would love to be out of school, who is hiring? Not to mention my portfolio is the farthest thing from ready to be published. So, this summer I have one class! ONE! I love it. Fall, I have 2 classes, but different 8 weeks, Spring 2 classes, Summer '11 one class and Fall '11 Practicum with Spring '12 bringing Internship I & II followed by GRADUATION! I am excited. I will not be too stressed, but just stressed enough. So, this is exciting news for the Ellis family; however, I did just realize I have to ask for Financial Aid money by Fall '10. UH-OH! I may have to take another class just to get more money! Dear ASU, you are a money racket! LOVE, Sara! Dear Graduation, we haven't met yet, but I am sure we will be the best of friends!
I am 26 (recently turned), married, and a Mom. Well, my stress, registering for classes. I still get that feeling you get of "What if the class I HAVE TO HAVE is full?" "What if I don't know anyone?" "Who will be my friend/study buddy?" Well, ASU has a way of making up your mind for you.
I understand the world of education is pretty stretched to the limit, trust me, I feel the anxiety every time I think of graduating and see there are NO jobs available. However, ASU does not have to increase the fees for an online course by $600 making it $1500 to never even set foot in the door. So, I am no longer taking that class.
As you know, I have slowed my path of graduating because I am scared of leaving my current job that I truly love, so now I graduate Spring 2012, not 2011. This is great not only for me, but also my poor husband. We see each other on Friday night after he has softball on Monday/Wednesday and I have class Tuesday/Wednesday. What is Thursday? Normally, an event, grocery store, or he works late.
Tomorrow, 10:00 AM the letter "E" registers for class. That is officially me, I changed my name last semester. So, as I was sitting upstairs, pretending to study for my midterm on Tuesday I realized that with the increase in fees (Thanks ASU, my athletic fee (that I have NEVER used) should cover that) I have NO clue what I am taking. Had I stuck to my original graduation date, it would be all laid out for me by my advisor, but oh well! So, here I am. NOT studying, and stressing about the silliest things.
However, I am proud to say after Wes agreeing with pretty much everything I mentioned, I have mapped out my classes until graduation and I am proud to say I will not be too busy! While I would love to be out of school, who is hiring? Not to mention my portfolio is the farthest thing from ready to be published. So, this summer I have one class! ONE! I love it. Fall, I have 2 classes, but different 8 weeks, Spring 2 classes, Summer '11 one class and Fall '11 Practicum with Spring '12 bringing Internship I & II followed by GRADUATION! I am excited. I will not be too stressed, but just stressed enough. So, this is exciting news for the Ellis family; however, I did just realize I have to ask for Financial Aid money by Fall '10. UH-OH! I may have to take another class just to get more money! Dear ASU, you are a money racket! LOVE, Sara! Dear Graduation, we haven't met yet, but I am sure we will be the best of friends!
Friday, April 9, 2010
BIG Weekend!
Today is the beginning of a BIG weekend!
Aunt Ansley is coming into town tonight and she has not seen Trenton since December, so this will be a fun reunion. Ansley and Trenton will bet to play and that will be fun for both of them as long as Trenton behaves.
Trenton went to the doctor on Wednesday for his shots and we found out he couldn't get them because he has an ear infection. Um, dear child o' mine - you never cry, whine, or show any sort of pain, so what is the deal? Dear Dr, my child never cries, whines or shows any sort of pain, so where is the ear infection?
Trenton's proof book is ready! YAY! I am going to try to convince Nameless to go pick it up since I have to work late.
Wes gets off early today and is going to do yardwork! YAY! Also, Wes's Dad has threatened to come over and finish cutting down the tree...even better!
I have to study for a midterm..BOO! :(
So, in all actuality the only exciting thing is Ansley coming home, but that is excitement enough for one weekend!
*** SIDE NOTE ***
Yesterday Trenton ate all of his oatmeal mixed with baby food and still took 7-8 oz of his bottle. My little linebacker! If only he would eat his oatmeal for me. Today is oatmeal and pears! YUMMY!
Trenton went to bed last night around 6:30. This morning, around 5:45, Trenton woke up, didn't cry, but rolled over and kicked his Baby Einstein aquarium on and put himself back to sleep. He woke up at 6:15, didn't cry and still only took 6 oz of his bottle. He was a sleepy boy!
Aunt Ansley is coming into town tonight and she has not seen Trenton since December, so this will be a fun reunion. Ansley and Trenton will bet to play and that will be fun for both of them as long as Trenton behaves.
Trenton went to the doctor on Wednesday for his shots and we found out he couldn't get them because he has an ear infection. Um, dear child o' mine - you never cry, whine, or show any sort of pain, so what is the deal? Dear Dr, my child never cries, whines or shows any sort of pain, so where is the ear infection?
Trenton's proof book is ready! YAY! I am going to try to convince Nameless to go pick it up since I have to work late.
Wes gets off early today and is going to do yardwork! YAY! Also, Wes's Dad has threatened to come over and finish cutting down the tree...even better!
I have to study for a midterm..BOO! :(
So, in all actuality the only exciting thing is Ansley coming home, but that is excitement enough for one weekend!
*** SIDE NOTE ***
Yesterday Trenton ate all of his oatmeal mixed with baby food and still took 7-8 oz of his bottle. My little linebacker! If only he would eat his oatmeal for me. Today is oatmeal and pears! YUMMY!
Trenton went to bed last night around 6:30. This morning, around 5:45, Trenton woke up, didn't cry, but rolled over and kicked his Baby Einstein aquarium on and put himself back to sleep. He woke up at 6:15, didn't cry and still only took 6 oz of his bottle. He was a sleepy boy!
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes
Well, as most of you know my child does not roll over. Once, he has rolled back to front, but that was because he couldn't see the TV, so I don't go based on the average time a child does things, I just know Trenton is going to do it when he feels like it. Heck, if I were him I would savor this time of everybody doing everything for me.
However, my sister and my Mom have been pushing for Trenton to find his feet. Every time Mom is around she puts his foot close if not in his hand and just plays with his feet trying to get him to recognize them. Well, this morning we got kind of close. Trenton found his knees. He would grab them and then lose his grip and his hands would fall. This got me thinking. Maybe my extremely long child is too long to grab his feet. His precious little arms can't reach down his little skinny bird legs to find his feet. I am not sure if this holds any credibility, but honestly, the child is long. I am reminded of this every time I go to dress him and nothing fits, but it is all good because I would rather have a tall boy than not. I guess this is what you get when you combine an Ellis with a McRee. Tall, skinny, and slow to do anything for themselves. Nice combo!
We are also trying to eat off a spoon and Trenton kind of gets it, but it is still a work in progress. Trenton still will not touch rice cereal or oatmeal so we have moved on to applesauce. He licks the spoon clean. I know it is early for baby food, but my child is drinking 5 8 oz bottles a day! What else is a Mom to do??? (seriously, Mom's out there, please help!)
However, my sister and my Mom have been pushing for Trenton to find his feet. Every time Mom is around she puts his foot close if not in his hand and just plays with his feet trying to get him to recognize them. Well, this morning we got kind of close. Trenton found his knees. He would grab them and then lose his grip and his hands would fall. This got me thinking. Maybe my extremely long child is too long to grab his feet. His precious little arms can't reach down his little skinny bird legs to find his feet. I am not sure if this holds any credibility, but honestly, the child is long. I am reminded of this every time I go to dress him and nothing fits, but it is all good because I would rather have a tall boy than not. I guess this is what you get when you combine an Ellis with a McRee. Tall, skinny, and slow to do anything for themselves. Nice combo!
We are also trying to eat off a spoon and Trenton kind of gets it, but it is still a work in progress. Trenton still will not touch rice cereal or oatmeal so we have moved on to applesauce. He licks the spoon clean. I know it is early for baby food, but my child is drinking 5 8 oz bottles a day! What else is a Mom to do??? (seriously, Mom's out there, please help!)
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Save the Drama for your Momma -oh wait!
I am the Momma. Recap of everything that happened this weekend.
Here is my little precious up close in his Easter Romper from his great-granny
Saturday: Trenton had a photo shoot at Branch Carter's. Trenton does not sleep during the week, so the weekends tend be pretty dramatic - sleep, eat, cry...lovely. Well, I think that coupled with the fact that I wanted Trenton to behave equaled no good behavior. So, we get to Branch's and Trenton is fine, but of course Branch starts taking pictures and Trenton stares in the opposite direction, eats his hand, and does not want to smile - at all! So, I try all I can. We try eating and seeing if that will work, nope. So, we are at a loss. What else is a Mom to do, but change his outfit. So, we do that. Still, cooperates for a while, but then back to fussing. Another outfit change, fussy returns. I think Branch managed to get some good shots, but I will be surprised. Love, your dramatic son! (he gets that from me)
Sunday: Well, Easter at the Ellis house was crazy! That morning we woke up and went to Church; however, Trenton had no Easter basket from his parents. I know, there will be people who will criticise me for not having a basket, but it will all make sense soon enough. After Church, Trenton ate and I forced him to take a nap. Nameless and Sir came over to cook mac & cheese for Granny's and Trenton slept. We get to Granny's after I was forced to wake Trenton up from his peaceful nap, but he is okay. He behaves for everybody and we have a good time at Granny's - of course, he gets spoiled. 
Then, it is off to the Ellis/Wood Easter Celebration. Trenton is starting to get a little sleepy (falls asleep in the car on the way over) and somewhat fussy, but he isn't too bad, yet again, spoiled over there too! Easter was a great time for everybody. Wes truly enjoyed visiting with both families and Trenton survived with NO naps!
Then, it is off to the Ellis/Wood Easter Celebration. Trenton is starting to get a little sleepy (falls asleep in the car on the way over) and somewhat fussy, but he isn't too bad, yet again, spoiled over there too! Easter was a great time for everybody. Wes truly enjoyed visiting with both families and Trenton survived with NO naps!Here is all Trenton got for Easter, which justifies my not buying him anything.....
Here is my little precious up close in his Easter Romper from his great-grannyMonday: Back to School...I was SO excited to see this when I walked into school on Monday!
Yes, my child is baby of the month in his class! Now, this is probably just a rotational thing and it truly means nothing, but to me, it means EVERYTHING! I am so excited for him. I think it means this, his picture on a bulletin board, but never-the-less, an accomplishment!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
I became that Mom...
So, when I had Trenton I vowed that I would never be late. It is so annoying to me that just because people have children they cannot arrive anywhere on time. A friend of mine is like that. She cannot get to anything that has a particular starting point (Church, appointments, meetings) on time, but she can get to any meal on time or any shopping trip. HMMM, your dramatic entrance to things is not needed. I have always been early. My Mom is not a fan of being late, there is never an excuse that is good enough, so I practiced getting up early and getting Trenton ready while I was on Maternity leave so I would know how to do it when I went back to work. I have never been late. I really appreciate this aspect of myself. (Modest, right?)
Well, this morning, I was late. Keep in mind, I left the house early, got Trenton to school by 7:40, but then I decided to go to Target. I knew I had to go to get Trenton an Easter basket (i know, i am early as far as time, but not so much as far as planning for events. Yes, my last job was as an event planner). In Target I got so distracted by the amount of stuff I thought I couldn't live without. I don't know how Target has that effect - especially those $1 bins, who really needs that much crap, but apparently, the masses do. I can't tell you how tempted I have been to grab something out of every slot and just call it a necessity for my child. This morning it was coloring books. Trenton can't color, but one day, one day he will and I should be prepared, right? I don't think Wes will agree with my logic, but I digress.
I got the Easter Basket; however, yesterday, we found out that Ansley and Adam are expecting a little girl. Well, I HAD to shop for her too. Sadly, I didn't actually purchase anything because I was spending so much time debating on size/season and then I had to find hairbows! (never found them) So, I look at my phone (my only clock) and realize it is 8:27 and I am supposed to be at work at 8:30. OOPS! Understand this is really late for me because I normally get to work around 8:15.
Realizing that I will be a little late, I am devestated. I was late because of my own self and my need to find hairbows. Sorry, Ansley, the hunt is still on, but I did find a really cute Easter dress; however, I don't think it is a good time to purchase it! :)
Also, Trenton's pictures (from what I hear) went fabulously! He smiled and everything! He is precious! This morning he was in such a good mood. He smiled at every one we saw. I cannot wait to see the proof for his school pictures. Watch the little guy decide that on Saturday (when I pay for professional pictures) he just isn't into that. Such is life.
Well, this morning, I was late. Keep in mind, I left the house early, got Trenton to school by 7:40, but then I decided to go to Target. I knew I had to go to get Trenton an Easter basket (i know, i am early as far as time, but not so much as far as planning for events. Yes, my last job was as an event planner). In Target I got so distracted by the amount of stuff I thought I couldn't live without. I don't know how Target has that effect - especially those $1 bins, who really needs that much crap, but apparently, the masses do. I can't tell you how tempted I have been to grab something out of every slot and just call it a necessity for my child. This morning it was coloring books. Trenton can't color, but one day, one day he will and I should be prepared, right? I don't think Wes will agree with my logic, but I digress.
I got the Easter Basket; however, yesterday, we found out that Ansley and Adam are expecting a little girl. Well, I HAD to shop for her too. Sadly, I didn't actually purchase anything because I was spending so much time debating on size/season and then I had to find hairbows! (never found them) So, I look at my phone (my only clock) and realize it is 8:27 and I am supposed to be at work at 8:30. OOPS! Understand this is really late for me because I normally get to work around 8:15.
Realizing that I will be a little late, I am devestated. I was late because of my own self and my need to find hairbows. Sorry, Ansley, the hunt is still on, but I did find a really cute Easter dress; however, I don't think it is a good time to purchase it! :)
Also, Trenton's pictures (from what I hear) went fabulously! He smiled and everything! He is precious! This morning he was in such a good mood. He smiled at every one we saw. I cannot wait to see the proof for his school pictures. Watch the little guy decide that on Saturday (when I pay for professional pictures) he just isn't into that. Such is life.
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