The Faker

Here's how it went down.

Justin went to the school nurse because he said he had a "headache."
They took his temperature.  He told them I forgot to do it this morning.
It was normal.
They called to see if I wanted to bring him some Tylenol.
I said I'd just come get him.
They said that this is how "it" has been known to start.
I told them he'd already had "it."
I took him home anyway.
He went skipping out of school.
He then told me he didn't want to miss second recess.
In the van, I told him no video games today.
He then asked if he could ride his bike.

No.

Now he tells me he never had a headache.
*gasp*  Really?  So shocking.  (written in my imaginary sarcasm font)

Guess who just bought himself an earlier bedtime.  This kid needs more sleep.

Turd.

Completely Random Stuff

1.  Facebook is pissing me off.  Like I need 9000 e-mails about stuff.  Try as I might, I can't fix it.  Stupid, stupid facebook.

2.  The husband has been fever free for a whole day.  *yay*

3.  I really think I broke my toe.  *whimper*

4.  I've never believed any of those forwards that tell me Microsoft is going to give me money if I forward to everyone I've ever known.  And Ericson is not giving away computers either.  *eyeroll*

5.  Never waste your money on professional carpet cleaners.  Go buy a good steam cleaner.  Long story.

6.  I'm thinking about being a vampire for Halloween.  All I need is some goth clothing and a little pixy dust.  Voila!  I think I'm going to go buy me some black nail polish tomorrow.

7.  I just asked my Magic 8-Ball a question and did NOT get the answer I was looking for.

8.  The Proposal is one of the cutest movies I've seen in a long time.  I still love it.  It will be on my replay list for quite some time.

9.  I get that not everybody gets me.  And I'm cool with that.  Frankly, I don't care.

10. I am really enjoying the new show "The Good Wife."  It's pretty good.  I am pretty disappointed in Cougar Town.

That is all.  I just had to throw you guys a bone since I've been absent as of late.  Since Facebook is pissing me off - - perhaps I'll hang out around here more.  By the way, I never scrapped the other day.  I opted for napping.  I feel a session coming on soon though.  Perhaps I'll wow you then.

Smooches.

Feeling Creative

I am contemplating working on a couple of scrapbook pages this afternoon.  If I get any done, I'll post them later.  I might just be interested in a nap, too.  Who says I can't do both?

Fever Free Household

*insert happy dance here*

The past week was rough.  No doubt.  I'm certain it could have been much worse.  Cameron went back to school on Wednesday and Justin went back to school today.  It wasn't all sunshine and roses.  I overslept this morning.  I woke up at 6:40 when the alarm on my phone went off.  I've started using it instead of my regular alarm.  That way, I don't have to get out of bed when the alarm goes off.  =]  One problem.  I didn't hit snooze.  I hit the off button.  Mr. B woke me up at 7:35 (when the first bell rings) and asked if I was still taking Justin to school.  DOH!  He was maybe a minute or two late.  He ate cereal in the car and didn't brush his teeth.  The principal was laughing as she caught a glimpse of me in my jammies.  Nice.  I was still in the car, but got caught nonetheless.  That's right, mother of the year right here.  Hey, I got him there.  Right?

I took Cam to school and then went on a mission to get some things accomplished.

First, I hunted down a place to get my flu shot.  They were giving them at my second place to stop.  Luckily, I wasn't filing medicare like all of the seniors in there.  I paid my $24.95 and got my shot.  I waited in the line to pay longer than I waited for the shot.  Now my arm hurts.  Wahhhhhhh.  However, I am pleased that is over with and I should be covered for seasonal flu this year.  *crosses fingers*

Then - - coffee.  I was right there.  I had to.  I'm already burned out on the Pumpkin Spice Latte.  I consumed a Grande Caramel Machiatto.  Yummmm.  I consumed said coffee while I got my nails done.  Sue hooked me up.  They look awesome.  Dang, she's good.  Thanks, Sue.

After that, I went to find something Hawaiian to wear to a luau tomorrow night.  (My buddy Shona turned 40 today.  Big shin-dig tomorrow night.)  Done.  No grass skirt, but I have a shirt.  And I'm going to wear sandals.  So there.

I came home and did a little power cleaning/straightening.  Before I knew it, it was time to pick the kidlets up.  And there you have it.

Yes - - boring details of a stay at home mom.  The good news was that I was free to do these things.  No children in tow.  For that, I was very grateful.

I watched a cheesy movie on Wifetime Movie Network and now I'm desperate for something decent to watch.  I'd do me some Bourne, but that's too much concentration.  Even though I've seen all three several times.  I'm too tired to read.  I know, I should go to bed.  Meh.  I'll tell you what, if you are still reading this, you deserve an award.  I'm going to go pick a movie out and watch it.  At least until I fall asleep.  If you can guess what movie I watched, you get a gift card to Starbucks.  How does that sound?  I'll even mail it for any out of towners who want to wager a guess.  First correct guess wins.  Tomorrow, if I don't have a winner yet, I'll start dropping clues until I get a winner.  Fun.  A contest.  Enjoy.

Now - - I'm off to choose a movie...

There's Something Women Like About a Pickup Man

He did it!

Mr. B finally bought a new truck.  He's been frothing at the mouth over these trucks for over a year now.  He had designed his perfect one on the Toyota website.  He finally talked to our local dealership and they started looking for one that matched his expectations.  This is his dream machine.  He's in love.  And I'm even more in love with the smile on his face.  He *so* deserves it!  He never does anything for himself.  I am so happy for him.  Work hard - play hard.  That's my philosophy.

I can't wait to go on our date Saturday night.  *Rawr*

On that note - - we have a '97 Lexus LS400 and a '96 GMC 1500 (truck) for sale.  Two drivers and four vehicles.  Do the math.  We are heavy two vehicles around here!  Let me know if you are interested.  The Lexus is in awesome shape.  He hates to let his "baby" go.  We just don't need it anymore.

Tomorrow.

I didn't get my butt in gear.  Yes, I got the surface things done.  But - - I didn't get the heart of things done.  Tomorrow.  I mean really - - it was good enough for Scarlett O'Hara.  It's good enough for me.  I'm going to clean in the morning and do a little scrapping tomorrow afternoon.

I wasn't completely lazy.  I did fold a load of laundry, do the dishes, clean the kitchen, mop the kitchen floor, straighten up, make my bed AND I shaved my legs.  The kids were quite demanding today.  Cameron pushed every one of Justin's buttons.  More than once.  That kid is better.  Definitely.  I still may wait one more day before he goes to school.  Just to be safe.  Relapse would suck.  Justin still had fever tonight.  And he is particularly pissy when he has a fever.  Cameron was a trooper.  Justin is just like his mommy.  :-)

I was also distracted by the Wii today.  I'm hooked on Wii Sports Resort's Basketball Three Point Challenge.  I just can't beat my high score.  My right arm is sore - - and sadly - - bulking up a bit.  Toning really.  It's kind of nice.  Perhaps I should practice shooting left handed for a while.

Okay.  I'm done.

Getting my butt in gear...

My house is trashed.  I am going to spend the next hour and a half getting it back in order.  Some serious power cleaning and laundry.  When I am satisfied, I am going to reward myself with a little scrapbooking this afternoon.

Kids are doing okay.  Cameron is fever-free but has a wicked cough.  He should get to go back to school tomorrow.  He'll be finished with his Tamiflu today.  Justin's fever is 101.  His doctor's office is writing him a note to get him out of school for a week.  I hope we don't need all week.  He is playing x-box right now.  In his underwear.  Good times.

Also, I'm off of my Afrin.  Perhaps my shortest stint in our on-again/off-again relationship.  Take that, Addiction.

Here goes...

Another piggie.

Justin has fever, body aches, coughing and a headache.  David is at the pharmacy filling the prescription for Tamiflu.

Don't you guys wish you were me?

And then there were two.

Survivor 20 - Allstars

I've heard rumors.  It appears to be true.  Here are links to the rumored contestants.  It was filmed back to back with the season airing right now.  I understand they were done filming when the tsunami hit.  Again - - just rumors.  Check out the links and see the contestants - - if you want to know.  Imagine my excitement.  Some of my FAVORITES are on the list.  It is a Heroes vs. Villains theme.  I. Am. Giddy.

Men of Survivor 20

Women of Survivor 20

What do you think?

He did it!

Last week, Justin got to spend some time at Mamaw's and Papaw's house. There is a lot more room to ride bikes over there, so he had his interest piqued. Mr. B went and got a new one for Cam and helmets for both of them. Tuesday and Wednesday involved some riding with the training wheels on. Then last night, out of the blue, he informed Mr. B that he wanted to take them off. I was called outside to see this:



It was one of those parent moments where you couldn't knock me down. Seeing Justin's smile as he succeeded, Mr. B and I were filled with pride. It was awesome.

*Oink, oink*

H1N1 has found it's way inside my home.  Cameron tested positive for it today.  He's none too happy about being banished to his bedroom.  Fluids, fluids, fluids.  That's what the doctor called for.  Treat the fever and take Tamiflu.  It's supposed to lessen the symptoms.

Wish us luck!