he almost ate my hand

One of the wonderful things Jason has brought in to our lives is our outings. We go lots more places now. I am pretty sure its because it is so much easier to manage even the most well behaved three-year-old when they're outnumbered two to one... Either way, we have really started to do a lot more these days. We go to the park at least twice a week, and there's usually a smattering of delicious dining experiences throughout the week (Jason's favorite desserts are eclairs from Freed's bakery- i love a man with good taste). We have also taken Aiden to lake Las Vegas, Ethel M. Chocolates, and the lake to feed the fish and ducks. We went yesterday to the lake and let me just tell you there were TONS of hungry birds there!

So the trip started with Jason thinking he'd be warm enough in a couple of tee shirts, a pair of silky style sweat pants and a beanie. That in itself was rather humorous. I love him, and man he's really a boy...lol...

Next the birds were so thick on the water that we didn't get to see the fish- no disappointment for me carp are absolutely disgusting. They were so hungry they were walking right up to us to get the food. I couldn't believe it!

My favorite part of the day was when I asked j if he thought the birds would bite me if I tried to hand feed them. No sooner did I say that than my adventurous three year old sticks his hand out to a beautiful duck with a handful of popcorn. The duck sure did eat right out of his hand. As soon as the bird snatched the popcorn, Aiden pulled his hand back looked at me and said "Mommy, he almost ate my hand" The words of a three year old. It really was one of those moments when you remember how great our jobs as mothers really are. I gave him a big hug and we went on with our outing. All in all, the day was a huge success, well, except my boyfriend was pretty much a man-sicle by the time we left....thats what he gets for being a boy...lol...Love you all!

Aiden and I at the scene of the crime

Aiden and Jason watching the birds eat

unbelievable!

So this last few months have been amazing. Aiden is doing so well and getting so big. He is so smart and talented. He is having so much fun teasing me. Yes, my three year old teases me. Although, I think the ultimate tease was when he waving a glass of milk in Jason's face and said "Want some milk Jason? It's good." Its hilarious because Jason HATES milk! They are so fun, but i am getting ahead of myself. So he's also going through a nasty little "no" phase. It seems to be his favorite thing to say. Oh defiance..... And I almost forgot his second favorite word, "why". He;s so amazing. I could not have ever imagined loving anyone or any blessing more than him and motherhood.
Next big event of my life... drumroll please..... Jason. He is absolutely amazing. i cannot imagine being happier with anyone. Its like all of the things that I have been through were preparing me for this moment, so that I would be exactly the person I am in order to fit so perfectly with this amazing man. Now for the completely irrational part of this whole deal. We've only been dating two months. It's totally crazy to me that I could feel this way after so little time, and miraculously enough, he feels the same way. I mean I know my brownies are good, but I've never felt so loved and so cherished by another. I can't wait to see where life takes our love! And, yes, its love- he's taking me to Twilight! Lol
I almost forgot the most important part. He loves aiden, and Aiden loves him. We got home from his house last night, after an unbelievable dinner and few rounds of taboo with his parents, sister and brother-in-law, and i got Aiden ready for bed. While I was helping my little angel wash and change, J climbed in my bed and got snuggled up in the blankets. When Aiden was done, he asked if he could go lay next to Jason, and of course, i said yes. So he did and I climbed in bed too. We laid there, the three of us, kinda like a Jason sandwich, until Aiden fell asleep. Jason was amazing. He is incredible.....they both are, I am soooooooo lucky!
Here comes a huge accomplishment... I got the ball rolling with school last week! YEAH! I am so excited to start in January! I am going to major in business and eventually specialize in accounting! I can't wait!
My family is all healthy and well and life is good. I can't even begin to express my gratitude to God for all that he has done and is continuing to do. I don't know what I 've done to deserve being so happy, but I am definately not complaining.
All in all, everything is well, as I hope they are for each and everyone of you! Don't forget he brings it all, good and bad for a reason, thank him for it all, for they are all blessings, just the same.

Almost three...

Wow! What a few weeks can do. My son will be three next week. My precious baby will be three. He has been so cute this week. He was so sweet. Monday, he told me that my butt was too fat to sit on his chair. The only man who could ever say that and its cute. not for long, but, still cute for now.
I am so proud of the things he's learning. He is going through an unbelieveable learning phase. He has recited things this week that blow my mind. He's so smart. I am astounded everyday by the things he says. I amost cried today when he sat up on my lap and told me how much he loved me. What a huge blessing!

new adventures.

Life has been so crazy lately. I have had ups and downs and everything just in the last week. There have been hard days and even harder days. I read an interesting bumper sticker on myspace a few days ago, and it's really been on my mind. "A man should have to get to know God to really find a woman's heart." I know its cheesy, but really its true. I have been so pulled to serving at central and I am so lame I haven't even filled out the paperwork. My head just isn't in the game, or it is too far in, either way, Its time for a few new adventures. Next week I will fill out the paperwork and get everything covered and done. I need to get it done. I want to serve and i know the blessings will be tremendous. Next, I have to be more serious about school. I need to go see the counsellors and get a major declared and get a game plan together. We talked about not giving up on our dreams today, and i won't give up on mine, I just need to figure out what they are. Either way, I must go. Sorry about the random ramblings, hope all is well my loves!

Aiden's first beach trip

Aiden went to the beach for the very first time this last weekend. He absolutely loved it! He is full of great stories and smiles about his California adventures. He even told me on the way back to our apartment that he would like the window rolled down so he could get all of the sand out of his hair. He later informed me that he would like the sand washed from his "butt crack" and his new fascination are the too-big sandals his daddy bought him with the secret compartment. He had a wonderful time and I am so proud of him for being so big! I love him so much and boy did I miss him!

Enough crappy people please!

So recently I have found myself to be rather cranky. I have been entirely too ready to sound off about all of the crappy men that the wonderful women in my life choose to keep around. I don't really understand why they choose to, and I don't really understand why I feel the need to tell people what pieces of crap these guys are. I guess it all boils down to the fact that I am pretty sick of having poor quality people in my life and realistically, if they are choosing to be with crappy people, they too are settling for less than what they deserve and ultimately less than who they are. It's unacceptable and this is my last sound off to speak of it, from now on, everyone gets a "he/she is nice, see you soon" you know the kind you don't really mean, but its sincere enough to satisfy their feelings. Either way, I am sick of it, I won't have it, and I won't allow that example for my son. So people, either step it up, or step out!

bittersweet

Its kind of interesting. This word seems to be defining so much of my life right now. For instance, our dog had to be put to sleep a month or so ago. Some would say no big deal to this, but if you had any idea the significance of this dog and what she has meant to my family, you would understand the loss. The sweet end of that story is that we got a new dog today. She is cute and dad really seems to like her which is great, but she is no Al.
Next, moving, man I love my roomie and my new apartment and everything that has come along with it, except the break-in and buglary of my car, but we won't go there. Its beautiful and i Love my new little life. Then comes the bitter end, in my move, I have let go of my family a little more. Thats kind of a good thing, but again its just a little bittersweet.
Work is pretty good, until I actually have to, then it sucks. I love the job, I just wish I had to do it a little less frequently. I love my management team, but they too have some things that make me really unhappy.
My son is amazing. I love to watch him grow and do new things,but everyday he gets closer to being a rebellious teen, then an adult. This sounds great, and i wouldn't trade it for the world, but man I miss his infant cry, and his baby cuddles. I love it when he looks at me and tells me how much he loves me out of the blue though. Its priceless. He is incredible.
There are so many pieces to this puzzle we call life, So many emotions, and usually they all drop on us at once. never just happy, or just sad, never just bitter, or just sweet, ALWAYS somewhere in between!

A new beginning

I never thought I would be blogging, but it seems to be much easier than journaling and definitely easier to keep up with everyone.
Easter is coming and I am so excited! I can't wait to watch Aiden hunt this year! He is getting so big and so smart! It amazes me that he remembers so much.
This week Nan has been working very diligently on the potty training thing. It has become quite normal for him. He's not out of diapers just yet, but we're moving in the right direction.
He loves to play with other children. he loves going to church. Finally, no screaming when we pull in to the parking lot. And he is so excited to go to his class! It makes it so much easier for me to go and learn and study when I know he is safe and happy.
ACN is amazing. i am so grateful for the company and the opportunity to make a difference while building my own wealth.
I have been reading, well, listening to a couple of great books lately. I recommend audio books to everyone. They are so much more fulfilling than music and quite honestly, they offer so much more than your standard song.
Off to work I go. Hope all is well for all of you!