So, as Jake and I have busied ourselves preparing for the upcoming holiday party that we are hosting for his staff......we had our very own Christmas Vacation moment. Let me just preface this story by saying that Clark Griswold is by far my favorite Christmas icon!
Jake worked very hard to decorate the outside of the house this year, last night as I was headed up to bed I looked out the window and noticed the lights were off earlier then usual. I asked Jake if he had changed the timer by chance; when I saw the look of confusion on his face I knew that I should have waited until morning to say anything. He headed downstairs and spent the next 30 minutes fiddling with the lights to try and find out what was going on.
Fast forward to this morning. I am attempting to blow dry my hair, but I plug in the blow dryer and it doesn't work. I look at the electric toothbrush and see that it is plugged in but not charging. I try to jog my memory as to anything out of the ordinary that occurred in the bathroom within the past 24 hours. I remembered the night prior I was scolding James for hitting the "test" switch on the outlet in the bathroom. I simply hit the "reset" button and promptly headed outside to try plugging the lights in to see if they would work........they did.
I had a good laugh about it, because all I could think of was Sparky! Happy kickoff to Christmas everyone!!!
Friday, November 30, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
1 week later, and I am STILL Thankful
So Thanksgiving came and went, in a blur. In fact, everything is quite hazy these days. James has been a terror the past two weeks. As his teacher put it, his true "red headed" personality is coming out. He has been too damn feisty for his own good (and not even the elf on the shelf can work his magic). I am hoping this is just a short "phase" and he is getting it out of his system before Christmas rolls around. In fact, the holidays are likely at the center of my problem. Too much stimulation everywhere we turn; toys galore, Santa imposter's, Christmas music blasting from the speakers everywhere you go (Bah Humbug, Mariah Carey.....all I want for Christmas is your song taken off the radio).
In all seriousness, I really believe James is FINALLY cutting his 2-year molars and it is reeking havoc on his sleep. Which in turn, leads to one unpleasant 2 1/2 year old. He slept through the night last night, so I am hoping we have turned the corner.
Our Thanksgiving was amazing, so much to celebrate and be thankful for this year. James has found his place in the kitchen, and he was my little sous chef. Granted, it took me double the amount of time to prepare everything but the good news was that we didn't have any company and time was on our side!
Our pie was my ultimate claim to fame that day, eat it Martha! We had a lovely meal, and decided to put up the Christmas tree after dinner. I was lucky enough to have Spider Man help me with the tree trimming!
I continue to find energy at the oddest hours of the day (most commonly from 10 p.m.-12 a.m.), and usually find myself up taking care of work items for maternity leave, wrapping Christmas presents, or doing some light cleaning for the upcoming holiday party that we are hosting this weekend. I am hoping that this stamina continues into the next few weeks, as Santa will be making a visit before baby arrives and then again on Christmas Day (post baby)! We have made this decision in the event that anything happens sooner then we anticipate; and not to mention the added distraction of new toys will serve as a mighty powerful resource to keep James distracted from the fact that his world is about to be rocked with the newest addition to the Siegert Fam! I really AM excited for Christmas, I just hope James can put forth a little more effort to get himself on the nice list.
In all seriousness, I really believe James is FINALLY cutting his 2-year molars and it is reeking havoc on his sleep. Which in turn, leads to one unpleasant 2 1/2 year old. He slept through the night last night, so I am hoping we have turned the corner.
Our Thanksgiving was amazing, so much to celebrate and be thankful for this year. James has found his place in the kitchen, and he was my little sous chef. Granted, it took me double the amount of time to prepare everything but the good news was that we didn't have any company and time was on our side!
Our pie was my ultimate claim to fame that day, eat it Martha! We had a lovely meal, and decided to put up the Christmas tree after dinner. I was lucky enough to have Spider Man help me with the tree trimming!
I continue to find energy at the oddest hours of the day (most commonly from 10 p.m.-12 a.m.), and usually find myself up taking care of work items for maternity leave, wrapping Christmas presents, or doing some light cleaning for the upcoming holiday party that we are hosting this weekend. I am hoping that this stamina continues into the next few weeks, as Santa will be making a visit before baby arrives and then again on Christmas Day (post baby)! We have made this decision in the event that anything happens sooner then we anticipate; and not to mention the added distraction of new toys will serve as a mighty powerful resource to keep James distracted from the fact that his world is about to be rocked with the newest addition to the Siegert Fam! I really AM excited for Christmas, I just hope James can put forth a little more effort to get himself on the nice list.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Nesting
I didn't think I was going to be as crazy with "nesting" on my second go-around. I figured that between James, work, and life's many day-to-day tasks that I would not have the time or energy.
Well, this past weekend I put that idea to BED (a place that I used to love....and now loathe....... thanks to heartburn, charlie horses, and a weak bladder). The blankets and clothes are all washed, bottles are washed, car seat is washed and installed in the truck, and the Pack 'N" Play has been drug out of storage (still has not been set-up in my bedroom). Now we just need to install the batteries in the swing and vibrating chair, and un-box the new stroller!
I feel like my hard work will pay off, since I will now be able to sit back and kick my feet up over the holidays. I am sure everyone will be waiting on my hand and foot anyhow (riiiiiiggghhhhht)! We are having a quiet Thanksgiving (just the three of us), but then will go into major holiday prep mode. We are hosting a holiday party for Jake's office staff the following weekend, and will be celebrating Christmas a little early (yes, Santa makes exceptions when the impending birth of baby could possibly interfere with Christmas for a 2 1/2 year old that is already wanting to read Christmas books and listen to Christmas music......he is NOT his mother's son as I consider these activities to be sacrilegious). I have never understood the need to rush through Thanksgiving, but I am allowing it to happen this year, since our new little man will be arriving the week before Christmas Eve.
Exactly 4 weeks from today we will get to meet our new addition (assuming he doesn't have other plans)!!!
Well, this past weekend I put that idea to BED (a place that I used to love....and now loathe....... thanks to heartburn, charlie horses, and a weak bladder). The blankets and clothes are all washed, bottles are washed, car seat is washed and installed in the truck, and the Pack 'N" Play has been drug out of storage (still has not been set-up in my bedroom). Now we just need to install the batteries in the swing and vibrating chair, and un-box the new stroller!
I feel like my hard work will pay off, since I will now be able to sit back and kick my feet up over the holidays. I am sure everyone will be waiting on my hand and foot anyhow (riiiiiiggghhhhht)! We are having a quiet Thanksgiving (just the three of us), but then will go into major holiday prep mode. We are hosting a holiday party for Jake's office staff the following weekend, and will be celebrating Christmas a little early (yes, Santa makes exceptions when the impending birth of baby could possibly interfere with Christmas for a 2 1/2 year old that is already wanting to read Christmas books and listen to Christmas music......he is NOT his mother's son as I consider these activities to be sacrilegious). I have never understood the need to rush through Thanksgiving, but I am allowing it to happen this year, since our new little man will be arriving the week before Christmas Eve.
Exactly 4 weeks from today we will get to meet our new addition (assuming he doesn't have other plans)!!!
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Girls Weekend
I cannot thank my husband enough for giving me the gift of a weekend to myself. I know that it will be my last one for quite some time! I was able to clean the house from top to bottom (to the old Type A Kathryn standards). Since James came into this world, my standards of "clean" have changed dramatically. I highly doubt that the house will be this clean again anytime within the next 6 months; it is about as likely as me having a unicorn sighting! More importantly, I had a fabulously relaxing weekend with an incredible group of ladies.
It is amazing how even when each of us is at such different stages of our lives; that we come together and manage to find things in common to laugh and talk about! Granted, several of these stories involve the phrase "remember the time on water street that we........" You can use your imagination to fill in the blanks, if you remember the Kathryn of UWEC days you understand where I am going with this!
There was plenty of laughing, wine sipping (for some), and Saturday was an all out bliss-fest at the spa. It was a very MAJOR splurge, but one that was highly needed. So much so, that the masseuse told my girlfriend that I was so blissed out during my massage that I moaned, "ohh yeah." We had a nice meal out, a drink with Brett Bielema and his wife at Bluephie's, and came home to watch Magic Mike (horrible acting, no plot, yet I somehow was a satisfied customer)!
Until next time ladies.................
It is amazing how even when each of us is at such different stages of our lives; that we come together and manage to find things in common to laugh and talk about! Granted, several of these stories involve the phrase "remember the time on water street that we........" You can use your imagination to fill in the blanks, if you remember the Kathryn of UWEC days you understand where I am going with this!
There was plenty of laughing, wine sipping (for some), and Saturday was an all out bliss-fest at the spa. It was a very MAJOR splurge, but one that was highly needed. So much so, that the masseuse told my girlfriend that I was so blissed out during my massage that I moaned, "ohh yeah." We had a nice meal out, a drink with Brett Bielema and his wife at Bluephie's, and came home to watch Magic Mike (horrible acting, no plot, yet I somehow was a satisfied customer)!
Until next time ladies.................
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
The Final Weeks
As I enter the final weeks of pregnancy and feel myself slowing down, I can hardly believe all that has happened since my last post.......
-National Sales Meeting in Muskoka, Canada
-James' first experience Trick or Treating
-A lovely visit from my Godparents (whom I only get to see maybe twice per year)
-We started getting SERIOUS about potty training with James.........it is my new part-time job!
I can't believe the holidays are right around the corner! Not to mention our crazy schedule until they arrive! This coming weekend I get to kick back with some of my besties, we are having a girls-only spa weekend in Madison. I am very much looking forward to letting my brain take a rest, as it is working over-time with making sure we have all of our holiday affairs in order (since Santa will be bringing us an extra present this year......). It will also be nice to let Jake take over the poop duties for the weekend..........my goodness.....potty training requires the endurance (both mentally and physically) of any Olympic athlete.....I am happy to report that progress has been made.....but we still have our work cut out for us.
As my upcoming maternity leave approaches, I always find myself thinking about working versus staying at home with the kiddos. Jake and I asked James if he wanted to stay home with me, and stop going to school. He immediately replied, "No, I like school." Lucky for him, because he will be going to school while I am on maternity leave. I am hoping that this will keep my head from doing exorcist-style circles.......because I know that there is going to be some "adjustments" that come with balancing two little ones! It will also enable James to be stimulated by something other then the T.V. while I bond with baby, and work on creating a new routine for the family!
Happy November, and Election Day! I am SO happy that the election is over and I don't have to listen to Tammy Baldwin screaming, "Your damn right" on my television anymore.
-National Sales Meeting in Muskoka, Canada
-James' first experience Trick or Treating
-A lovely visit from my Godparents (whom I only get to see maybe twice per year)
-We started getting SERIOUS about potty training with James.........it is my new part-time job!
I can't believe the holidays are right around the corner! Not to mention our crazy schedule until they arrive! This coming weekend I get to kick back with some of my besties, we are having a girls-only spa weekend in Madison. I am very much looking forward to letting my brain take a rest, as it is working over-time with making sure we have all of our holiday affairs in order (since Santa will be bringing us an extra present this year......). It will also be nice to let Jake take over the poop duties for the weekend..........my goodness.....potty training requires the endurance (both mentally and physically) of any Olympic athlete.....I am happy to report that progress has been made.....but we still have our work cut out for us.
As my upcoming maternity leave approaches, I always find myself thinking about working versus staying at home with the kiddos. Jake and I asked James if he wanted to stay home with me, and stop going to school. He immediately replied, "No, I like school." Lucky for him, because he will be going to school while I am on maternity leave. I am hoping that this will keep my head from doing exorcist-style circles.......because I know that there is going to be some "adjustments" that come with balancing two little ones! It will also enable James to be stimulated by something other then the T.V. while I bond with baby, and work on creating a new routine for the family!
Happy November, and Election Day! I am SO happy that the election is over and I don't have to listen to Tammy Baldwin screaming, "Your damn right" on my television anymore.
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