You know you’re a mom to little ones when….

I’ve decided to write out a list of ways I know that I have lots of little ones. These are not all original with me, the first several ones are mine. The rest of the list I complied of ideas off of the web. I hope that you can enjoy a little laughter today!

 

You know you’re a mom to little ones when….

1) Your husband asks for the car keys and you absentmindly hand him the pacifier

2) Whenever you enter into a store, you first and foremost observe where the bathrooms are located at

3) Your dishwasher is more full of sippy cups and tiny toys than of dishes and silverware

4) Going to the grocery store alone has become “me time”

5) Your more likely to have a spare diaper in your purse than a spare dollar

6) You’ve resorted to dumping cheerios on the floor rather than putting them in a bowl or container

7) Your idea of a relaxing evening is having the house quiet by 8pm, and then going to bed yourself

 

and these are not my own, but enjoy….from….you know your a mom when...

 

1) When you know 1 million things to clean with BABY WIPES! – Diana

2)You hear a kid going bananas in public and as soon as you see it's not yours, you're thrilled. – Stacey

3) You know you're a mom if you've ever crawled under a crib at 2 a.m. searching for a pacifier like your life depended on it.

4) You know your a mom if ....you show up at church with your very cutely dressed family and your still wearing your slippers. From Heather DeWitt

5)You know you're a mom if.....you have band aids, tissues, diapers and wipes in your glove compartment....OH! and don't forget an extra pair of underwear for those accidents....for the kids, silly....not for YOU! :) ~ Susan

6)You know your mom if .... you find yourself locked in the bathroom with a piece chocolate cake telling your kids "mommy just needs a minute" From Heather DeWitt

7)You know you are a mom if you judge the quality of a restaurant by how they act when your kid makes a mess on the floor. From Monica Williams

8)You know you're a mom if you have more children than dollars in your purse.

 

A morning in my shoes…mud, social blunders and lots of laughter!

This past week, I watched another little boy in addition to my own. It really wasn't a big deal, as he was very well behaved and played well with the other boys. However, it has been unseasonably warm here, which means...lots of mud outside! The boys were begging to go outside, and I finally agreed. I knew that they would probably come back with muddy boots, but I wasn't anticipating them to be filthy! I sent them outside, but I forgot to tell them to stay away from the sump pump runoff...and we ended up with four very muddy boys. Thankfully, it was mostly on their faces and outside clothes, so the underneath clothes were still wearable.


Garett had school that morning, so I went to pick him up at about 11:30. I then needed to run to the grocery store to pick up a few fresh fruits and vegetables that were on sale. I realize that we probably looked like a little much with having boys everywhere! Travis was in the seat of the cart, Wyatt was in the basket, and the others were close by my side. I trekked into the store and while we were waiting at the deli counter for an item, we encountered a very interesting person. A man came out of one of the aisles close by (he was probably about 35-40) and upon taking one look, immediately announced, "Good grief! Please tell me that these aren't all YOUR kids!" (Very loudly, too!) I replied, "No, one I am watching for a friend.". He then chuckles and says, "WOW! Can we say "rabbit"?" !! WHAT!!! I had no idea what to say to that, so I just told him to have a good day and moved on. Really??? To be honest, I got a good laugh out of the whole situation, but I was definitely at a loss as to what to say! After we paid for the groceries, and got everyone back in the car, Chandler asked, "Mom, why was that guy talking about bunnies?" I just laughed and replied, "I have no idea!" I'm sure that I have met people who have thought that, but this was the first time I'd had ever had anyone tell that to my face. I still laugh when I think about it and it was an interesting memory!

Chandler’s fourth birthday!

My birthday boy

It’s hard to believe that another birthday is here! We celebrated Chandler’s birthday last week with a few friends, cake, ice cream, and fun times. As my children grow older, it seems like the birthdays come around faster! I love this little boy and he is a daily reminder of how much I need to ask my Heavenly Father for wisdom. Chandler is my strong willed, strong personality, leader of wrong doing, and hater of kisses! I am praying and working at channeling those energies and traits into a Godly young man some day. I am so blessed to have this child, and for as long as God allows I’ll work at raising Chandler for God’s glory.

Cars Cake!

Garett, Mom and Chandler

Birthday presents!