My Sweet Lil Girl

Lil Mama is a trip most of the time. She is my lil diva and VERY HIGH MAINTENANCE. She works me everyday. It's my fault because I fall for that big smile of hers. She is totally different when we go out in public. She even told me the other day that she will be very good at school and bad only at home. Well gee thanks! I can handle that, lol!

The other day I was scolding her and said "Sahara Rae" she looked at me with the straightest face said "I don't know any Sahara Rae, my name is Sahara" First, I was like oh no I'm doing what my mom did to me...Pamela Jean was always my name when I was in trouble. Then I was like oh no you didn't say that to me little girl. I know I'm going to be shaking my head and rolling my eyes a lot with this girl.

But the BEST love is a child's love and she shows me love everyday in many different ways. Last night she showed me pure love. It was a little chilly last night so I mentioned I was cold. This little girl went over to our heater and stood in front of of it then came over and sat on my lap. At first I was like wow she is warm then I noticed she would get up after a couple minutes and go back to the heater then back to my lap. I looked at her and asked her what she was doing she said "Mommy I'm heating you up, you said you were cold" awwww that warmed my heart soooooo much.

My mom...

is too funny. I told her today I wanted to set her up on Facebook because all her kids are on there with pics of the grand-kids and plus she will have friends on there too.

She declined!

She doesn't want to know what her kids are REALLY doing. I was like huh...I'm 40 what would I be sharing on facebook that would be so bad.

Okay that's fine. She says just send her the pics thru email, I told her that was way too much work and extra steps. I'm sure she rolled her eyes at me over the phone.

Oh well I tried!

Hectic Times but

we will get thru this! School is fast approaching and I still need to get Lil Mama her shots. Ugh I really hate going through this with her.

Lil Man is fighting us about cutting his hair and he is only 7! Right now its in such an awkward state, all curly and looking BAD. I'm all for your own style but looking good for school is important to me...and yes I said me, lol!

Hubby is actually working on a shirt right now that will be on a MTV video...so woohoo. He airbrushed a shower curtain and towels for a customer the other day. I wouldn't do that but hey whatever makes your boat float plus it puts money in our pocket.

We are at the beginning of SOCCER BANNER season. I sew the banners and Hubby airbrushes the artwork. We are noticing a drop from last year but we thought it would happen this year due to the recession. We are thankful for every banner we get to do.

House is under control but when the kids go back to school I'm doing some DEEP CLEANING around here. Maybe then I can accept that we will be living in this small ass house for awhile.

I'm going to spend more time on this blog and making it look nice.

~Pam

Vacuum vs Computer

Does anyone out there like to vacuum? I do it almost everyday and its not because I want to but because my kids are messy. Yep blame it on the kids. I've asked them to vacuum but of course its not good enough for me. I let them but a couple hours later I go over it just because its not up to my MOMMY STANDARDS ssshhhh don't tell them that. I try to vacuum everyday but some days I just don't want because I'm spending too much time online. If I had to choose between vacuuming and computer time...guess what I will pick. I was vacuuming tonight thinking about all the other stuff I would rather do. No wonder I spend more time on the computer than cleaning...its a lot more fun! I try to balance my time but yes I do have issues on that. This is one of the reasons I do this blog. Help me FOCUS. I know I'm not the only mom who has this issue,lol!

It's Monday-Good Start

I got up this morning and had 2 cups of coffee then got my ass up to do the WiiFit. Half way thru my mom calls so I sit down for at least 30 minutes talking to her. She had some great news about her future so it was nice to hear that.

I went back to the Wii and finished. Then played with the kids for awhile or actually played until the Bad Azz kids next door came over. The kids will drop anything to play with these kids. No idea, WHY! They are so mean my kids that I actually cringe when they come over. That's not a good feeling. I cleaned for a little bit but not much since its MONDAY, my rest day.

I was suppose to get my hair done today but I just wasn't feeling like going out and dealing with people today.

I got some work done plus played on Farmtown. My new addiction....Farmtown, not good. All my online friends including myself are getting in trouble by our hubbys. I justify it because he plays xbox for hours...well now I have an addiction. But I need help, lol!

What I need to do this week:

* research on my other job...training-classes.com.
* keep up with mtmt
* ty email to banner resv
* entrecard
* WiiFit m-f
* Meeting w/stuart on Wed at 5
* Zumba-Wed 6:30
* Dr appts
* print invoices
* craigslist-soccer banner
* write the team handbook
* work on this blog

I'm sure I might add more and will cross off when I complete tasks.

I'm watching "Dance your ass off" I want to be on this show. In the past 54 days I've lost 6.7lbs. The wii fit told me that this morning. I can't believe it because I was doing nothing but keeping up with these kids.

Back to Blogging

I really need to keep this blog updated because I have a lot to say!

Starting Monday I'm hoping to get a lil bit more organized and this blog is in my top ten things I need to do every day.

See ya soon!

Summer Reality Schedule- Oh My!

There sure is a lot of reality shows going on. Most of them I won't be watching but I am excited about Big Brother for sure! I put stars by the shows I watch.

*The Real Housewives of New Jersey [Bravo, May 12 at 11, Tuesdays at 10] news
Beverly Hills Groomer [Animal Planet, May 16, Saturdays at 10]
The Bachelorette 5 [ABC, May 18, Mondays at 9] news
4th and Long [Spike, May 18, Mondays at 10]
*So You Think You Can Dance 4 [FOX, May 21 and 27 at 8, Wednesdays at 8 and Thursdays at 9] news
Re-Inventing Bonaduce! [Fox Reality, May 23, Saturdays at 9]
Sex Decoy: Love Stings [Fox Reality, May 23, Saturdays at 10]
Intervention [A&E, May 25, Mondays at 9]
Obsessed [A&E, May 25, Mondays at 10]
Jon & Kate Plus 8 [TLC, May 25, Mondays at 9]
Here Come the Newlyweds [ABC, May 25, Mondays at 10]
Blonde Charity Mafia [The CW, May 26, Tuesdays at 9]
The Little Couple [TLC, May 26, Tuesdays at 10]
Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood [Oxygen, May 26, Tuesdays at 10]
Wipeout [ABC, May 27, Wednesdays at 8]
Tattoo Highway [A&E, May 27, Wednesdays at 10]
What Not To Wear [TLC, May 29, Fridays at 9]
Jesse James is a Dead Man [Spike, May 31, Sundays at 10]
Those Landers Girls [E!, May]
*$250,000 Challenge [HGTV, May 31, Sundays at 10]
Ice Road Truckers [History, May 31, Sundays at 9] news
Expedition Africa: Stanley & Livingstone [History, May 31, Sundays at 10]
Ladette to Lady 3 [Sundance Channel, May]
*I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! [NBC, June 1-24, Mondays through Thursdays at 8] news
Is Your House Killing You? [Sundance Channel, June 2, Tuesdays at 9:30]
Whale Wars [Animal Planet, June 5, Fridays at 9] news
*The Next Food Network Star 5 [Food Network, June 7, Sundays at 9] news
Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List [Bravo, June 8, Mondays at 10] news
*Top Chef Masters [Bravo, June 10, Wednesdays at 10] news
She's Got The Look [TV Land, June 11, Thursdays at 9]
Hammertime [A&E, June 14, Sundays at 10]
Wedding Day [TNT, June 16, Tuesdays at 8]
The Lazy Environmentalist [Sundance Channel, June 16, Tuesdays at 9]
NY Prep [Bravo, June 16, Tuesdays at 10]
The Chopping Block [NBC, June 19, Fridays at 8]
Gimme Sugar [Logo, June 22, Mondays at 10]
America's Got Talent 4 [NBC, June 23 and 24, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9] news
The Superstars [ABC, June 23, Tuesdays at 8]
Dance Your Ass Off [Oxygen, June 29, Mondays at 10]
Great American Road Trip [NBC, July 7, Tuesdays at 8]
Blonde Charity Mafia [The CW, July 7 at 9, Tuesdays at 9:30]
I Survived a Japanese Game Show [ABC, July 8, Wednesdays at 9]
Ghost Hunters International [SyFy, July 8, Wednesdays at 9]
*Big Brother 11 [CBS, probably mid-July] news
*Design Star 4 [HGTV, July 19, Sundays at 10] news
*Hell's Kitchen 6 [Fox, July 21, Tuesdays at 8] news
Dating in the Dark [ABC, July 20, Mondays at 10]
More to Love [Fox, July 28, Tuesdays at 9]
Chefs vs. City [Food Network, July]
Face the Ace [NBC, Aug. 1 and 8 at 9, continues in Sept.]
Tool Academy 2 [VH1, Aug. 2, Sundays]
How'd You Get So Rich? [TV Land, Aug. 12, Wednesdays at 10]
Ghost Hunters [SyFy, Aug. 19, Wednesdays at 9]
*Project Runway 6 [Lifetime, Aug. 20, Thursdays at 10] news
Models of the Runway [Lifetime, Aug. 20, Thursdays at 11] news
Brick City [Sundance Channel, August]
Kourtney and Khloe in Miami [E!, August]
Giuliana & Bill [Style, August]
Steven Seagal: Lawman [A&E, summer]

I love Coffee!!

My husband told me the other night coffee is not a FOOD GROUP. WHAT?? What is he trying to tell me, that I'm a lil cranky, lil jumpy, and doing way too much. But I love COFFEE!

I would have coffee 3 to 4 times a day if my tummy would agree with me but it doesn't. Last week I was running on coffee because I guess I was too busy to eat. Wow not good! The kids were fed just not me. We were very low on food and as the mom I will always feed the kids first! I do skip breakfast almost everyday. When will I get it thru my head that I need breakfast. Well thats something I will work on someday, lol! Soon I promise.

Coffee Rules! LOL

Wow its been a month....

since I posted GEEZ I must be a bit busy. No worries I have a whole page of things I need to talk about. I have my trip to WA to see my grandson (who is Andre now not Andrew), Lil Mama's 5th B'day, things my kids have said or done, and just day to day stuff I want to share.

I've been staying busy though. Working at the cafe on weekends, running a house, working online w/my bargain site, keeping up with my mom forum, working for training-classes.com approving apps online (love this job), working at Lil Man's school 3-4x a week for at least 4 hrs a day, and my biggest project now is running a scholastic book fair.

I'm tired just writing that down, lol! Anyways I have 3 minutes before I need to wake the gremlins so I'm going to enjoy the last couple minutes enjoying the quiet and drinking my great cup of coffee.

Write more later! Peace out!

Leaving for WA trip TODAY!

I'm tired but I have soooooo much to do. Its hard packing and remembering what everyone wants to bring. Basically trying to make everyone HAPPY! I don't think I've ever been so caught up on my laundry in 3 yrs though...lol! Oh my did I just admit that.

The kids were so excited last night that they couldn't go to bed. Hubby was a bit upset since this was our last night together for 9 days. Sorry honey!

Lil Mama got her very own DS yesterday so both kids will have something to do on the plane/airport.

I'm bringing my comp so I'm hoping to do work plus post fun stuff on here.

I get to see my grandson....I hope. My grandma's 90th B'day and my dad's 60th B'day all in one week. We will be busy but its so worth it!

Well off to do more work...a moms job is never done!

Baby Andre's 1st Day w/Great Grandma

Well I became a GRANDMOTHER on March 29th...woohoo! His name is Andre Aidan and is just a cutie (like is grandmother of course).

My mom went up to the hospital to get some pictures of Baby Andrew's first day. I live in Cali and they live in Wa so I couldn't go see him but bless my mom's heart she went up there for me.


My Mom and Andrew



Cutie....I know! LOL.

Welcome to this world Baby Andre. I'm coming up to see you on April 15th!!!

Your Breathe Smells Like Death...

...is what my sweet daughter said to her brother!

OMG I almost died. Then of course Lil Man had to prove it to me by blowing in my face. Ewwwww! After fighting that cloud I told him he forget to do something this morning like brush and floss! Sunday's are real relaxed around here since I'm at work and Daddy is in charge, lol!

What a GREAT day we had!

Yesterday, Ron was invited to AIRBRUSH at Redwood City's Little League Opening Ceremony. We had a blast. It was a long day but soooooo worth it. Lil Mama and Lil Man had fun playing with the other kids and watching the baseball games. Ron was non-stop spraying from 9-3. I took the orders, answered questions, and I put t-shirts on the boards for him. The parents and kids were all so friendly. We felt so good about how the day went that we fell asleep with smiles on our faces. Now that was a good day!

We might have to look into other events like this because it was so much FUN!

Thank you Redwood City Little League!!

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I found my PERFECT Purse~

I of course LOVE this bag but I don't think I could ever bring myself to buy a $69 purse. In my head...there is so many other things you can get for $69, Pam! But if I ever come across lots and lots of money ( I know big wishes) I am buying this!

Hey if you like too look or maybe buy then this store has more to offer: sunglasses, caps, hoodies, handbags, and UGGs.

http://www.idressbetter.com/

I know "label label label" but I still like them.

To My God Mother~Patty

You have brought my mom a lot of happiness in her life and I'm sure she did the same for you. I remember when I was I young I loved looking at your pictures and wanting to be like you when I got older. You were so pretty and always had a smile. Thank You for spoiling Nick when I was absent from his life. I know the last 3 years have been very rough but you always had that smile for me when I saw you. You are in a better place now but you will be missed VERY MUCH and I'm hoping you will look out for my mom, she is in need of REAL ANGEL! Love you~Pami

Sahara lost her FIRST TOOTH

This tooth has been loose for several weeks. Yesterday, I think she finally had it and just started wiggling it. Then when the bleeding started she got all FREAKED OUT so Mommy to the rescue and I just pulled on it very lightly....out it came. She didn't quite understand all the blood but was okay after about 2 minutes...lol! She was so proud...so was I! Everyone was saying how young she was to loose her first tooth but Lil Man was 4 too!

I did remember to be the tooth fairy last night. Woohoo because I've been having a hard time with that w/Lil Man.

She is still talking about it today and loves to play with the hole in her mouth. I do that too.

New Week-Right???

Well it's Monday and I really need a fresh start.

Last week SUCKED-the robbery and dealing w/aftermath with the kids. Lil Mama still needs one of us to take her to the bathroom and upstairs. She is afraid of little noises too. Lil Man just keeps a bat by his bed.

Week before that SUCKED-Sick in bed for almost 4 days. However, this cough sure wants to hang around.

Can I please have a GREAT WEEK?? Yes, I can. I have smile on my face and not stressing on all the little things helps a lot. I'm doing marketing for a cafe customer, Ron's Airbrush site, and my Bargain Shopping site every day so I feel I'm getting stuff accomplished.

On this Saturday Ron is setting up at an Little League event in Redwood City and we got this gig by my networking so very happy about that. Money Money Money but exposure is what we really need.

I'm working on my Motivation Mojo...on my 13th day (out of 21). I've been battling with myself on not letting the robbery and sickness get in my way of learning and completing this workshop.

This week I want to get some things organized.

I walked in on a Burglary

at my house! Very scary stuff. Every minute something different pops in my head and I keep going over everything that happened. Stressing big time. Tomorrow will be a better day.

I didn't cry in front to the kids but I sure did break down when they went to bed. Which was not an easy task. I'm talking about putting them to bed. They didn't feel comfortable being alone so they fell asleep downstairs with us.

I'm going to write more about this tomorrow because how I feel right now is giving me a HUGE headache and I just want to rest. I'm sure I won't sleep very well but who would.

Email I got: ARE YOU MARRIED TO YOUR HOUSEKEEPING OPPOSITE

Ummmm YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My hubby bless his heart is slob yep I said it! Our room reflects our cleaning personnalites. My side all dusted, things put where they are suppose to be, no clothes on floor, nice and neat! Hubby's side has clothes, beer cans, food wrappers, papers, newspaper and other garbage. I've cleaned the whole room a 1000 times but I think after 1001 I said FORGET IT. I would clean and put away his stuff and the next day garbage all over again. So I gave up! I know some people will say WTF your his wife you should clean his side of room....no I don't! I've been with my hubby for 10 yrs and about 5 yrs ago I gave up on this fight. Someday I hope this will change but for now it works. It's quite funny in my house because every space my hubby has is a HOT MESS. We have a U shaped desk and I have one side and Ron has one side. Guess what it looks like...yep messy on his side and clean and organized on my side. Then there is the garage where he airbrushes...omg I don't even know why customers come back because that is plain DIRTY! I gave up because he doesn't care and he has told me that. This is one thing I'm going to try to work on and get over my resentment with my hubby. I need to let some crap go. I just don't feel like I have to pick up after a grown man but if I want a clean house I'm going to have to, lol! Not sure when but I will tackle this issue!

The email was a about a book at Barnes and Noble: Busy Mom's Guide to a Happy, Organized Home: Fast Solutions to Hundreds of Everyday Dilemmas.