I was tagged

By the lovely Christine:

I tag whoever wants to do this!

1. I grew up in a family of 11 children.

2. I lost the spelling bee in grade school with the word nylon (I said nilon..).

3. I can stick my fist in my mouth.

4. I met my husband on the internet

5. I have issues with zits.. they have to be popped (gross I know)

6. I have an addiction to diet sodas.

7. We named our son Reese after the troublemaker boy from Malcom in the Middle.

8. My dad, brother, and 2 nephews are all named James. Oh and Jons step-dad is James also. My kids also have 3 uncle Jeremys.

9. My teeth are worth more than probably my house but I couldn't get much trade-in value.

10. I always wanted to be a music ed teacher when I was younger but never pursued it long enough.

11. I was a nanny in Vermont, New Jersey and Colorado

12. I actually worked in computers before getting married

13. My dad died on my sons 3rd birthday

14. I've been thinking about going back to school when Rielly starts pre-k in August... just not sure doing what

15. I love Broadway musicals..always dreamed of being on one. HAHAH I also love showtunes and movies that are based off Broadway shows.

16. I am one of if not THE shortest person in my family. It's close

17. I'm not good at speaking in front of people. It terrifies me.

18. I'm a big bargain hunter.. if it can be purchased cheaper, I WILL find it.

19. I can't accept compliments. I don't know why. I have issues with thinking I am good at things so I tend to put myself down or make light of the situation when I am complimented. No matter what I do, I always assume someone can do it better.

20. I can be very sarcastic

21. I love people. If you're nice to me, I'm nice to you. But on the other hand, if I'm not fond of someone, I can't fake it.

22. I love texting. If you have something to say to me, might as well text me. I'll answer that way faster than calling back.

23. I want another baby... pretty darn bad. And I hate when people tell me that it'll happen when the time is right. Or if I stop trying, it'll happen. Yeah okay so stop trying to breath and let the air come to you... or stop trying to eat and hope your belly automatically gets full. Doesn't always work that way does it?

24. I don't like doing this because I feel weird talking about myself so much.

25. I hate being overweight ... hate it.

For all my snowed in friends..

Here's a little way to make some money this winter....

Hmmm... this is definately something to think about

Another one from Tanya.

If you were around in 1919 and came upon the following poster.........

I mean seriously, would you quit drinking?

Bad Spelling

My lovely friend Tanya posted this and I thought it was freakin hilarious!!!!

Parents.. make sure you check your kids homework before sending them off to school!

New babies!

I'm a little behind on posting about the new members in my extended family.

First baby Jade Lutz was born to my little brother Chad and Kammi Lutz on Dec. 15, 2008 in Az.

Cute itty bitty little girl.. I can't wait to meet her. Someday I'll remember the stats but for now, here's a picture when she was born.

Then on January 14th, my youngest sister Peggy and her husband Dwight welcomed their first also. They named him Jonah Allen Renshaw and he weighed in at 8lb9oz.

These babies are just too yummy and hopefully soon I'll be able to nibble on each one!!

Dentist

Yesterday Reese was complaining about his teeth hurting at school so that prompted me to get in gear and get them to the dentist. So I called on my way to piano lessons yesterday and got them an appt for this morning at 8:30. It was nice because they were able to get both kids in at the same time. Rielly was so excited- this being her first appt and all. Reese always was great at his appts and Rielly really paid attention to that. The wait wasn't terrible and at the pediatric dentist, they have so much to entertain the kids that they had fun. Both kids did awesome! No complaining or anything and did everything they were asked to! This is what gets me.. I will admit I'm not so good with Riellys teeth. A lot of times, I leave it to her to do it which is bad since she's still little. But guess what?? Not one cavity or decay or anything (just like her daddy)!!! What a relief!!!
Reese was another story:( He is much better at keeping up on brushing and would you believe he has a mouthful of problems!!! He has to have 3crowns I think and a few fillings. I don't get it. He totally has my teeth! So out of pocket, it's going to cost close to $650 for teeth that will have fallen out in a few yrs anyways. Poor kid. But it's not for the lack of trying- he just has my expensive dental curse. I wonder how many cars we'll be buying for these people by the time all his baby teeth come out? I know myself, I put my dentists children through college!
I am just proud of my kids-- I am so glad they don't freak out with the dentist. They're tough cookies that's for sure!

It's been awhile

I just wanted to let all my 2 readers that I'm still alive!!! I need to sit down and play catch up but for now, just know we're still here and doing great!! So no news is good news right???