J is wearing glasses full time now, she had a major growth spurt this last year, she is 5'3". She got her new glasses on Friday, they are cute and she is already asking for different ones for different outfits...I suppose that is my fault, the kid most def inherited my 80's matchy poo poo sense of style...this is why she has like 60 pairs of shoes and millions of earrings and accessories. I am going to look online for glasses on the cheap and see what I can do to accommodate her girlish desires. It's the least I can do after turning her into such a little freak! *wink* To me her glasses make her look lots younger...I will post pics soon.
She gets her braces on July 9th. The kid is headed for an awkward 8th grade, but she is super excited about it and is already talking about "the big reveal"....she figures her braces will be on for about 2 yrs (I am thinking it might be more like 3) so when she gets them removed she will be 16. She thinks she will want contact lenses by then so when the braces come off she plans on making the switch from glasses to lenses...hence the "big reveal". The kid pretty much cracks me up.
We went to Hollister this last weekend to soak up the goodness that is my niece and nephews. We had a blast! My niece Taylor, J, Big Daddy and my Brother in law Josh and I stayed up until 3am baking and playing games. THEN we got up at 6am to have a yard sale. We made some pretty good lettuce selling all of the clothes J has outgrown, clothes Big Daddy has shrunk out of, and baked goods. We also introduced Taylor to Simon Says via text message...she was a great sport and I am pretty sure she will carry the game on to her friends.
There is all kinds of Red, White and Blue goodness arriving on doorsteps all over the United States this week...and yeah I feel pretty awesome knowing that I organized that. I will have mister linky up for people to sign in to so y'all can bask in the awesomeness that is Mamarazzi's Red, White and blue Swap.
I fly to Colorado on Friday July 3, yep..I am running away from home, just me, on a plane outta here. I am super stoked to see my folks, who are on a mission there and who I have not seen since November 08. My brother Scotty and his wife Kristie also live in the area so I get to see them too...I haven't seen them in a couple years. AND my sister Meg and her adorable family will be driving from Arkansas so I get to see them too. It's going to be a week filled with little girl goodness, fresh baby boy smooches and good food, because my size zero sister is all about the eats...not kidding, food obsessed doesn't begin to cover it. She is planning her entire vacation around butterburgers, noodles, and cookies...seriously love her.
Of course this all works out just fine with my new plan....we got a family gym membership a couple weeks ago. Big Daddy has gone almost everyday. Jordan has gone at least 5 times a week. J has taken full advantage of the personal trainer that came with the 3 year membership. We decided she would get the best use out of it. I wanted her to learn how to use the exercise equipment so she wouldn't hurt herself working out. I have yet to go to the gym...I am planning on making some lifestyle changes when I get back from Colorado...honestly. I have been stressed beyond belief as our family has gone through some pretty heavy stuff. Now that things are BEGINNING to settle down I need to break up with my bad habits, face reality and get back to living. But first...good times and good food guilt free on my little vacation....I am soooooo excited!
Hmmm...I think that covers it, if you are still with me after a wordy post with no pictures, thank you...you are a true friend.
33 comments:
Have a great vacation!!!
You are going to have so much guilt-free fun lol...I have been soooo slack lately...and I really need to get back on the ball. You should be very proud for organizing that swap...can't wait to see everyone's goodies!
A great vacation..catching up with family...it doesnt get much better than that!
Have an awesome time! hmmmm.... texting Simon Says, sounds fun!!
I hope you have a wonderful time seeing your family!
Have a great time on your vacation!
mom, dad, scott, meg, bla, bla, bla, bla, bla. What about all your super cool Colorado cusins?!! Can't wait to see ya!
What a busy woman and family you guys are!!! Have a great vacation!!!
i can't wait to see pics of j in braces! kasey knows a website where you can get super cute frames for like $6 a pair. i'll find out what it is and get back to you.
admit it...you guys stayed up until 3am because Fonz beat josh at phase 10 an josh demanded a sudden death rematch.
That was a very nice post, its nice to catch up. I hope you have a great trip and a great 4th.
Anne
She's gonna be SUPER CUTE with braces! I always wanted em when I was a kid. Weird, I know. I didn't have em until I was an adult and I still had fun with em. Changing the colors on the bands and stuff.
You're gonna have so much fun! I can't wait to hear all about it!
Macey
Great update and have a great vacation:-)
"Matchy Poo Poo"...? Love it.
Have a great vacation.
What a nice post. I remember when I got my braces. It was an okay day. My Dad took us out and I had a hard time eating because there was not soft food. Oh well I made it. I got my package yesterday. I was so happy. Thanks for hosting it.
*laughs* I soooounderstand the matching of the glasses...I need me "readers" (no perscription...just old age glasses) and I must have 15 pairs to wear with every different outfit...what is cool is they only cost $15 - $20 for readers! She is going to be one hot teenager with the reveal ( I mean she is super adorable now - so it can only get better!)...does big daddy have his shot gun ready?
Run my friend, run! Enjoy your vacation! Running away is the best medicine sometimes for me...and my life is a party *laughs*
I'll bet Jordan looks super cute in her new glasses. My oldest wants me to get her fake ones because she thinks glasses are cute. :)
I love your blog... and I haven't even been around long. I'm here even though there are no pictures, so I guess we are meant to be! ;) I like that I can hear you "talk" in your posts... even though I don't know what you really sound like. Oh well. You're great. Thought you should know! :)
I hope you have a fantastical vacation! I got my package today and I am more in love with you than ever. I can't imagine how much work you had to do to pull this off! You managed to pair me up with one of the coolest chicks this side of the mississippi. Thank you!
Sounds like you need a massage!
I had braces and glasses in middle school (and frizzy red hair) and bless my parents, they let me get contacts way younger than the other girls because I was tired of being called four-eyed-brace-face. :(
Hopefully today's world is less cruel.
i hear ya woman! i feel so behind on my blog, but it is all good! have a fab time in CO and cannot wait to hear of your good time!
After organizing this AWESOME Red, White & Blue Swap (yep, I received my goodies and love them), you deserve a break! Enjoy yourself, but hurry back, we'll miss you!
Happy B'day America, we're blessed to call you home!
YAY!! I'm a true friend!
Isn't life just NUTS?! I have a hard time keeping up with blogging too.
I love it that Jordan is still pumped for 8th grade, even with her glasses & upcoming braces. Keep instilling self-confidence in her, and she will be a bright light throughout her junior high yesars, no matter what!
Can't wait!
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It gets hard to keep up a blog and read all the wonderful blogs you love with Real Life being so busy, isn't it!! Have a great vacation!
How funn about the glasses....ever since I fell in love w/ Sarah Palin...I've wanted a new frame for every out-it too!!! =)
Wait....You went to Hollister? Is there a Hollister that is NOT the clothing store? I thought I was gonna read about you guys going shopping!!
Yep...I got my Red White & Blue package & LOVE it!!!! Posting about it today....hopefully...where does my day go sometimes??? LOL!
....I misspelled...out-FIT!
Mamarazzi, you DESERVE a vacation! I feel bad knowing your family has been through some crud-o lately but it sounds like a retreat with the family will do you some good! And a size zero sister who can eat all she wants and STILL be a size zero? I hate her. (just kidding!) Have fun and thanks again for hosting the RW&B swap. We both received our packages and had such a fun time! I am in awe of the awesomeness that is you.
I totally get the whole thing about the 'blog time'... I am 2 months behind and don't see any new posts happening for a while! I am still waiting for the lazy days of summer...
Enjoy your vacation!
Hollee---Just a random tip for when Jordan gets her braces. Have some sugarless chewing gum ready. After every adjustment, have her chew the heck out of it. It will help ease the soreness that is guaranteed to show up the next day. It really works- something about the chewing helps the teeth adjust to the severe strain of the braces.
Mel
I love super fun glasses! It would be totally fun to have different ones. Good luck with that!
Have a safe trip to Colorado. Eat lots of good food for me. Be sure to take pics. Can't wait to hear about the trip. Hope to see you soon! Em
You've been as busy as me! I know what you mean, I really find it hard to find time in summer to blog or even read blogs- I'm outside and busy WAY too much! Good luck to Jordan on her braces. I had them a few years ago and youch. The time will go fast!
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