New Baby

I had a friend of mine texting me yesterday about a few of them getting together and throwing me a baby shower for the last baby. That is something that I surely do not want. It was very nice of them but I do not like to be the center of attention and I honestly think that if you have more than one baby shower in your life that is kinda greedy. I just don't think its right for some strange reason. I don't mind going to other peoples double showers but I don't like to invite people to a shower for myself that I don't feel I should have. I suggested to them just having a girls day would be perfect. I only need a few things anyways so it would not be a big deal to buy them myself. One of the major things that we need is a stroller. We had one from Ben but ti was very old and we tossed it after Aidan was born. I don't think we will get a stroller travel system but it seems they all come this way now days. We will have to shop around. Maybe I could even find one at a garage sale this summer. That would be the best idea if you ask me. It saves money and you can get something nice.

Feeling Better

I am so thankful that I am feeling better. The last few days I must have caught a bug or something because I was not feeling good at all. I was getting sick all the time and I was so tired. Today is actually the first day that I feel like getting out of bed. I had to the other days because I was the only one here but today I did not mind. Ken was so sweet he asked me everyday if he could take a personal day so that I could sleep and he could take care of things. I told him that he needed to go because he was going to get his promotion. He called me that day and told me that I was right he was promoted. I was very happy that he went that day or we would not have found out. He asked me today if he should also take off but I told him I was feeling a little better. I am very glad that I am because I have lots to do before the kids have their valentines day parties at school. We still have to go shopping for their treats for the class to pass around. Maybe tonight we will get that done. Going to bed last night at 8pm really helped out.

Motorcycle

One thing that Ken has been wanting for many years is a motorcycle. I know it is not a mid life crisis but rather something that he has been wanting for many year. He does not have a license to drive one so that would be his first step in ownership. I don't really know how I feel about him having one. I know that they are dangerous and that scares me a little bit. Its not that I don't trust him driving it but what about all the other drivers on the road as well. If he does get one in the future I will look into an Alpinestars Jacket. I know they are made for motorcyclists because they cut through the wind and they also cover your body in case of an accident. Not that it would really protect you much but at least you would be fully covered to take some of the spill. They are pretty stylish and I think he would look good in one. We will have to see as we have other things we need before he gets a bike.

Long Day

Well today was a long day. Aidan got up pretty early it was only 8:45. I know that is not early for some but I was exhausted at that time. I was already up at 7am to get Ben off to school. I also did not go to bed as early as I should have after we went to the super bowl party at a friends house. After lunch Maddie was ready for school and Aidan and I came home and I was very thankful he took a nap. I also was sleeping the second I hit that pillow. It is always amazing to me how much easier I can fall asleep for a nap than at night time. Ken had school right after work today and did not get home until 6:45pm. Then cub scouts for Ben started at 7pm so he had a bite to eat and left with Ben just five minutes later. Now its just Maddie, Aidan and I, and I am so tired. This pregnancy is really running me down that's for sure. I am glad for the most part my morning sickness is gone but now if I could just get some energy. I think I am going to turn into bed early tonight. I hope Ken is tired since he always goes to bed at the same time as me.

Cooking, Cleaning, and Watching TV!

Contribution by Stevie Kirby
I recently purchased a new high definition television! I was excited to add some new Cable televisionchannels to my subscription at home. Watching my shows in high definition is so cool! I am a television junkie but I lead a very busy life. So I love that I can use the digital video recorder daily! I am not a couch potato, mind you. I am actually a little obsessive compulsive about cleaning and organizing my home so watching television, while important to me and very relaxing for me, is not my top priority. I love making my house into a home. I want it to be comfortable and clean without producing the feeling of being perfect and untouchable. I enjoy having guests over and cooking dinner for them. When I invite friends over for dinner, I light candles, play music through my television music channels, and open a great bottle of wine. It is the best way to share good times with great friends! Cooking is very therapeutic for me. Some people play tennis or golf to alleviate stress. I cook!

Feeling behind

Well I have to admit I always feel so behind. It seems as if the laundry is always piling up and the housework never ends. With everyone wearing an outfit a day I have to do laundry everyday in order to just keep up. I am so lucky to have Ken because he is great at always doing laundry as well. I am also so tired all the time. I actually went to bed last night at only 9pm. I have to admit I slept wonderful. It seems like I never get enough sleep but I was feeling so refreshed when I woke up in the morning to get Ben ready for school.
This has by far been the worst pregnancy so far. Not that I have been unhealthy or had complications but because with having three babies already you seem to grow at an amazing rate. I have only gained three pounds so far but I am already sticking out like I am six months pregnant at just barely four months. It seems like the more kids you have the faster you grow. I don't know how my friend had been through five pregnancies. She is for sure a human super woman. I always tell Ken that I don't know if I am going to make it till the end. He always laughs and says "you say that every time". This time i'm pretty sure I mean it! I cant wait till summer. Not the hot summer but when you can open the windows and go outside without a jacket. A cool 68 degrees is perfect for me. It has been a mild winter and I am so thankful but still spring could not come fast enough:)

My music

One thing that I always love is when my kids sing. I love listening to my little ones sing while they play music. I found a presonus audiobox that lets you record your very own music. I would love to record them singing while they are small and really enjoy me listening to it. Then when they are older it will be a cherished memory that I will have forever. It seems to be pretty reasonable in price to have some cherished memories forever. Ken would also like to use it to record some songs that he plays on his guitar as well. I might have to look into one for the family hobby.