Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Snap Cup

I've decided to make a snap cup. Extra girly, jewel ridden and glittery... just like in the movie.

It all started from a silly argument we had about leaving clothes on the bathroom floor (one of those really important things that can make or break a marriage). I would try to defend myself, but it's true. I'm a total slob that way. In an attempt to keep the peace, I made sure to pick up all of my clothes the next day. That is, all but one towel. Rather than notice what I did pick up, Alex focused on that one towel. I know I would have too, but it got me thinking. (This is never a good thing). My conclusion: We need to be nicer and have a more positive attitude in our home. We are constantly picking at each other, getting annoyed, being mean. It's silly. So, we're making a snap cup (see Legally Blonde 2 if you don't know what it is) and it's going to be A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. I know it sounds ridiculous, but sometimes you have to be ridiculous to get happy.

In other news. I'm getting domesticated.
I've been trying my hand at crochet. I've made a couple of dishcloths and a baby blanket for Robert (mostly used by me) as starter projects. I figure it's hobby-worthy and gives me something to do fairly cheaply here at home. I would say it's therapeutic, but it's not when you're a perfectionist. I usually end up re-doing most of it as I go.
I've also been trying to cook and bake more. It's still hard for me to do it consistently with the baby, but periodically I'm able to get a meal on the table. Today was bread baking day. Maybe it's cheating, but I let the breadmaker get the dough ready and then I shape it and bake it. I had a few loaves turn out perfect! It was exciting and the house smelled delicious. I love bread!

So, that's life.

The baby is healthy. Alex is in school. We're broke. Life is good.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Thoughts on Motherhood

I'm tired.

The baby doesn't sleep.

He eats. He poops. And he cries.

Motherhood is awesome.

The End.