I know I have several readers left around these parts. Well, it's either that, or my mom checks in 100 times a day (
mom, please don't tell me if you do. I need to think that over 100 people check my blog everyday! haha)
Anyway, some days, I can't believe I have anyone left around here...because some days, I feel like I'm writing for writing's sake. Just to make sure that I don't
not post. Some days, I don't really think I have anything interesting to say...even though I'm sure you all would enjoy knowing that my dog, Gracie, has a UTI and as we were on our way home from picking her up from the vet this afternoon, Iliya said, "Gracie?"
pointing to his ear, "Ear?"
sticking his tongue out, "Ahhhhhhhhh"
Took me a couple tries, but yeah, I figured it out. He may not be able to remember the word "doctor, " but he obviously
got that Grace went to the doctor.
See? You enjoy these stories! (if you don't, just pretend you do & don't burst my bubble)
Maybe it is that I am so very busy and I don't have the
energy to write.
Perhaps I should try the "Vlog" thing, like
two other bloggers whose blogs I read. But yeah...I'm SO not an "in front of the camera" person. Maybe one day.
Oh, and you know what else, I have so much advice to ask for. Like...can you hem polo shirts up so that they will fit a short kid & not hang down to his knees? And...How do you all handle your digital media (this question has been burning for quite a while, and I've just never had the energy to actually post about the specific info I want to learn from you all)?
So the question remains...am I just tired & busy? Or do I lead such a boring life that I'm not sure that my content is interesting enough to keep others' attention?
Ehhh...why answer any more questions tonight? I'll do better. I'll leave you with 2 pictures of my cuteness. And I'll get back to you on my current quandry as the week progresses.
Good night! (and don't worry, I'm not going to stop writing! I'm just feeling a bit of writer's block along with a lack of solid content lately...not that I want to wish for content to write about, because it's wise to be careful for what you wish for!)
P.S i also want to know the not so good things. I want to read blogs like yours that 'keep it real'.
Because of your blog, I'm able to stay connected with our family more than I could otherwise.
You sure do a good job and mean so much to me.
ILY-N
Don't worry about writer's block. It happens to the best of us. Thus a vlog in my case. I read every day, I just speed read through blogs so I can't comment on everyone's.
Besides, this is a great way to chronicle your journey of your family. I know I go back and read some of my own stuff and say, wow, I forgot we did that. Or better yet, I watch the videos I've made and realize how much my little baby has grown up.
I come from a vertically challenged family (my oldest sister is 50 this June, only 4.5 feet tall and mom and dad are also shorter than me too!) trust me, you can shorten ANYTHING! Just remember that Ilyia is still growing, so he may need the length, but then he may be wider by then. I would think that shortening a few would be a good idea for when you need him to have the not-so-grunge-look.
Storage... we store all my photos on an external hard drive....a big box that sets on top of my husband's work station. And then it is ALL backed up and on current disks and in the bank safety deposit box. Jack is VERY good with this task cause he KNOWS that I am not happy if I can't access my photos.
I then copy the photos to my puter as I need them to print, and after I'm finished they either get deleted or the altered ones get saved to the "storage box".
I know of some people storing them online, but that scares me... maybe it is a trust issue, but you can get a TON of storage for very little money these days, we aren't ready to go outside of our firewalls.
so there you have it, my 2 cents, and you entertained me with I-man's knowing that even doggies get sick and have to go to the doctors!
About Iliya's polo shirts, yes, you can shorten them & your sewing machine will do the trick. I guess we could come for a visit to do a refresher sewing course. Or I'll be glad to do it, unless you want them before he begins kindegarten :o) No, for him, I'll make it a priority -- grandchildren have a way of working to the top of the list :o)
As I've told you before, I really regret not keeping a journal of the things you all did or said, so this is a great way to journal your family time & other thoughts & ideas too. I think someone suggested you add your menu ideas to your blog...so you could branch out a little to everyday life that would help someone else.
Just let me know about the sewing & we'll make plans...or at least another visit to the zoo!!! :o)
Love you all "bebby nuches"
~ mom/granmom
I love to read your blog because as crazy as the adoption paperwork process was you are settling into a family routine and helping those of us who are quite not there yet. Plus I love the pictures.
Joy
As for borin, well ya’ll ain’t goin’ to no turkey chunkin’ contests or playin’ “who can dodge the tater” or the classic “bean pole and a sock” game, but I reckon I stills like read it.
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"AYE!!"
(for those of you completely confused, the "redneck" above is someone related to me - being silly? who knows - I won't disclose his/her identity unless he/she gives me clearance. but I will say that I'm glad to hear (through a comment on my blog??) that this person FINALLY went to the dentist for a tooth that has been absessed for a while)
Love
Sis
I guess you could cut the shirt off like he/she said and would never have to worry about it being to long. Too short maybe.
Please don't ever stop writing your post. I love reading your blog. To me it's like reading a very good novel and you can't wait until the next chapter. One of those kind you have to see what happens next.
I loved the recipe. I will get around to sending you one of my cookbooks I wrote. It has some good recipes from around the USA.
Hey Sis, you all do talk funny up in North Alabama. I have heard all of Natan's family. I'm from Burmenham and we'ins ar sofistikated down thar and dat's tha troof.
Love,
Carolyn Nelson
Sunshine Florida