Summer is almost here and what the heck is wrong with my kids?

Sam has been out of school now I think 2 weeks. Summer will officially start on the 21st of this month and it feels like it. It's been very hot and humid around here and I can say that I am not loving it.

Honestly though the point of this post is to let off a lit bit of steam. My kids seem to have become little monsters over night and I'm not sure how to deal with it. Sophia has become a very good actress and can turn on the waterworks in .001 seconds. Not even kidding. It's crazy how good she is at it. Sam on the other hand has decided that he doesn't want to use the potty but instead pee in his underwear everytime and then change his clothes put his wet ones back in the drawer and act like he didn't do anything. Grrrrrrrrr....yeah frustrating. Not sure what to make of this behavior. Sophia I think just doesn't feel good but Sam is acting out I think. I think he's mad he can't go to school for the summer and is taking it out on me. *sigh* whatever it is I'm ready for it to stop already.

Since there isn't school we have decided to take full advantage of all the great free things around here. Library story time on Mondays, Library free programs on Tuesdays, Friday's he goes to the barn with his Nana Peg, and Saturday's we go to the Farmers market. He's got games, toys, and new movies to watch even so it's not for a lack of activities that are avilable for us. We've even taken them to play in the mall play area just for something different. Ah the joys of summer. Looks to be a long season for us especially since the kids are refusing to get along at all. I'm trying my best to be patient, hold out till nap time so I can get some exercise in to let off some steam but it's proving to be difficult. Nap time isn't happening since my children have now decided they don't need to sleep ever. Up late, up early, and no naps. :( Maybe it's just the adjustment period of the seasons changing or whatever but I really hope this little sleep hiatus ends soon.

Anyone else having a difficult time with their kids right now? Any tips on how to handle the lack of sleep or the potty issues that have come up?

Kid's birthday Party

Yesterday we had the kids joint birthday party. With Sophia's being on the 2nd of June and Sam's brithday being on the 14th we decided to party on the 6th. For now it's fun to have the party together and we are taking advantage of that since I'm sure that wont last forever. lol.

Anyways we had a great time. The kids got some reallyg great gifts, ate some yummy food, and really enjoyed having all of the Keeley and Montgomery family together in the same place. The kids really loved their Dora and Diego cake that my sister made for them and loved their custom Dora/Diego shirts that I had made for them. The big question of the night was "where is boots?". lol.

I can't believe that Sophia is now 2 and Sam will be 4. It seems just like yesterday that they were babies.

If you want to see more pictures of the fun check out my facebook pictures.

Sam's last day of preschool for the year

Sam is off to his last day of preschool today. I have mixed feelings about it but mostly I'm just so proud of my little guy for all he has learned and how much he has grown up. I'm also thankful for his amazing teachers who have the patience to teach not just my child but loads others on a daily basis. In honor of his last day of school I'm letting him wear whatever he wants to school. Don't you just love his hat, shorts, and snow boots combo? I love this kid. :)

Happy Birthday Sophia!

My beautiful little princess is 2 today! Where has the time gone? Sophia is my rough and tumble princess. She loves frilly clothes, the color pink, hair clips, shoes, and playing in the dirt and jumping off of things she shouldn't. She is full of spunk and attitude and is never shy to tell you what she wants. She is a girl after her momma's own heart. :)

May Updates

I don't really have a good reason for not blogging other than I just haven't wanted to. Anyways without giving excuses here's what is currently going on with us.

It's been up and down with Sam. He's been moody and aggressive and also sweet and very helpful. I think it's just the age and the fact that there has been a lot going on. He's starting to express that he doesn't like that Daddy has to work, that Sister isn't very nice or that he doesn't love me. I take it all with a grain of salt and try to be as understanding as possible and continue to encourage him to express himself. He's also getting very good at telling stories about things. Often times it's things that we talk about like friends don't hit friends. Seems my passionate little man is loyal to his friends. One kid was picking on another kid so Sam hit the bully kid to make him stop. lol. Not exactly the best way to handle it but I do love that he's sticking up for the kid that was getting picked on. I'm sure this wont be the last time the school calls me. lol.

Miss Diva Sophia is currently sick. She has a serious ear infection and eye infection and has been in a lot of pain. I mean a lot. 48 hours worth of screaming, crying, etc. It's been exhausting for us all. She is resting now as I type this. I'm thankful. I was able to finally get her to eat today -strawberry muffins, a nutrional shake, and some cherrios. Not the best meal but at least she finally ate something. Before she got sick though she was doing very well. She has gotten brave and decided that she wants to walk down the stairs. She already walks up them but always asked to be carried them down. She is also showing a growing interest in reading and asks to go to the library all the time.

As far as things with Todd or myself we are doing ok. Both of us are tired. I picked up my workout routine again and have been feeling pretty good (until the last 48 hours lol). Todd will be going back to the first Saul Good location on Monday and then I'll be gone for a couple of days next week going to visit my old college roomie.

Yep, that's about it I think. I'll try and post more often in the future. Don't hold your breath though I might not. lol. :)