Joys: 1) I already loved being a mom, but becoming a "new mom" again 15 years later has brought me so much joy. Partly because I'm older, wiser, and realize how quickly kids grow up so I'm trying to soak up every moment. Also partly due to the fact that we waited so long for this little guy (so long, in fact that we had given up on waiting).
2) Napa, CA. Growing up here I completely took it for granted and did not realize what a beautiful place it is. Unfortunately it took moving away to realize how much I love it. (Also unfortunate that the high cost of living there makes it very hard to move back!) I don't get to go home to visit often, but when I do, I truly feel like I am where I belong. Even Steve and Stephenie feel that way although they weren't raised there. There is also something about being in my parents home that just makes me feel so safe, and happy.
3) I know this sounds odd, but going to the gym makes me very happy. Since I had Alex it's been a struggle to go as often as I used to, but I'm trying to be better, and trying to get rid of this post pregnancy bulge (which does NOT bring me joy!)
Fears:
1) Having something bad happen to any of my family members.
2) Being broke. I don't need to be rich, I just need to feel secure.
3) I don't mean to sound sacreligious, but the thought of everything that will happen before the second coming scares the crap out of me! Hopefully I'll be dead and gone by then, but if so, there's a good chance it'll happen during my kids lifetimes, especially the direction this world is heading in these days, and that makes me afraid for them.
Goals: Overall, I just want to be a good enough mom so that my kids turn out happy, healthy and productive. Oh yeah, and to get rid of that aforementioned post pregnancy bulge!
Current Obsession: I love watching "Jon and Kate Plus 8". Steve can not stand that show because Kate can be such a biotch to poor Jon. But come on, if you were trying to run a household of two 7 year olds and six three year olds, you'd be a tad bit testy too. Kate is my idol!
**I would like to tag April, Rachelle and Jeannette**
Steph playing a little 2-on-2. She and Uncle Mark (love the neon headbands Steph provided!) were at a slight height disadvantage playing against her cousins who are in the mid six foot range, but they held their own considering!
Alex LOVED all the attention he got from his cousins, who were so good to play with him and entertain him.
Cousins in front of the bear skin rug. There were numerous dead animals showcased throughout the house, I just have to ignore them cause they freak me out a little bit!
Some of us went on a long walk along a quiet, beautiful country road. I think I could live there!
The whole Eide Family, minus my brother in law who was out of town for work, and my niece and her new husband who were on their honeymoon. I can't believe they passed up the family reunion for Mexico! :)
