used to...

I used to spend a lot of time writing. I would write short stories, poetry, diaries, news stories (for my HS newspaper, I even won an award for it), and whatever else came to mind. I was sure that it would be something that I always did. But now, now matter how I try, I can't come up with anything creative. It's like having children sucked the literary part of my brain completely dry.
I would love to sit down here at the computer and type out some sort of entry that would entice lots of people to read it. But, lets face it, the life of a SAHM isn't all that glamorous. Between taking my daughter to girl scouts and making my son's Halloween costume, there isn't much time for anything noteworthy.
Except for the kids themselves.
How is it that I have the least recognized job though I "work for" the most amazing people? All moms do! I am so lucky that I get to spend my time taking care of two of the most amazing people on the planet! Not everyone may see what I see in them but I know how truly awesome they are.
Who else can look at a book and come up with forty different stories for the illustrations? Do you know many girls who can take scraps of fabric, random pieces of clothing, jewelry and sometimes some kitchen ware and put together a whole fashion show in their bedroom? I'm sure my kids aren't the first to do these things but they still never cease to amaze me with their creativity and their passion. I hope that the universe can someday see what I see in these two beautiful little people and they know how to use it to their advantage to do whatever they want to do in life.
I may never be a world renowned writer. I'm okay with that. I've got something better!

Time sure flies...

Wasn't it just yesterday that I was oh so excitedly piecing together a nursery fit for a princess? I was carefully folding itty-bitty clothes in various shades of pink? Placing tiny diapers and fresh boxes of wipes in a strategic place so they would be easily accessible? Fighting with a crib sheet trying to get it on the mattress then down into the crib? All while feeling big kicks and flips from my huge stomach??

No, it wasn't yesterday, it was 6 years ago this very day!! I can't hardly believe it! We had just moved into a small house in the center of town and were anxiously preparing for  "The Divine Miss E" to make her appearance. I was scheduled to be induced the next morning and everyone was there and ready! (Most of all me! 41 weeks is one week too long to be prego!)

I was nervous, scared and excited all at the same time. If I had only known what the next 6 years would hold for us....

Yep, I'm failing at this...

I just realized that it has been almost a year since I have blogged. I am on the computer everyday, there is no reason why I couldn't blog more. Not, that you all care about the mundane details of my boring life...

Since my last post our lives have changed dramatically. In a nutshell...

Daniel finished Paramedic school with highest honors and shortly after was hired on at his dream job as part time. Which means he works when they need him. That often meant shifts that could last 24-72 hours. We rarely saw him but we made it work. At the beginning of the year he was promoted to full time and now has a somewhat normal schedule so we see him more.

Eliana is a kindergartener now and loving every minute of it. Her teacher says she is a joy to have in her class and that she is a very bright girl who is constantly bettering herself and her school work.

Gabe turned 4 in December and is finally becoming more independent. I have filled out the paperwork to send him to pre-k in the fall, we are just waiting to here whether or not he gets a spot. I am assured by the teachers that he will be accepted. I hope the school district agrees. Though, I don't think I am ready for both of my kids to be in school.

There's not much to say about me. I spend my days either helping at the school or doing housework with my little guy. I love being able to devote my time to my children. I always wanted that when I was growing up, I am so glad I can do that for my kids.

Well, that's the jist of the last year. Exciting huh?!