Living Realistically

realistic christmas wish #1

2009-12-01T14:04:00.003-07:00

So I want a laptop, but I should probably set my sites on the Cuddly Wrap 2 pack on Amazon for $15.99. That's 60% off it's regular price. Wil and I could cuddle and wrap at the same time~ never touching each other. Twofer, folks. Two-fer.

This is Kris and I am lowering the Christmas bar.

Really. We were on TV.

2009-11-11T17:37:00.003-07:00

I just wanted to share my moment of inconspicuous spotlight-ment. (not actually a word, but I think it works)

http://studio5.ksl.com/?nid=71&sid=8636288

Really, we WERE on TV

Could we REALLY be on TV?

2009-11-10T08:25:00.003-07:00

Tomorrow.... Studio 5... I think...

To showcase our re*it*er*ate book purses

Wow!

What I really like

2009-10-07T09:16:00.007-06:00

Some things on my mind...

I love candy corns,

black feather boas,

a little of the macabre

and thoughtfully placed fake spider webs

(this picture DOES NOT represent a good job)

I'm Really Ready

2009-09-25T08:46:00.001-06:00

Bring on fall and the warm colored decor.

I'm really ready for it.

Really, this makes no sense.

2009-08-29T21:50:00.004-06:00

Why is that I can move the bunkbeds to make; move the couch to rearrange; run behind a 4 year old to two wheel train; toss a bag of grain... and not flinch.

But I begin to organize my Saying It Simply supplies and the shoebox filled with ribbons makes my back sieze. I cannot walk. I cannot breathe. (sp?- I hate spelling incorrectly) Sitting from standing is agony. Standing from sitting is nearly impossible.

Really, this makes no sense.

Damn. Reality Bites cuz it's probably due to the "girls".

Blog post from SIS

2009-08-28T09:26:00.000-06:00

OH My!

SIS is being sold at

Cutsie Cakes Cupcakery and Gift Shop!!!

354 North Main Street, Suite

Layton, UT, 84041

Cutsie Cakes opened yesterday

and can I just tell you that if you feel like being tempted, you must stop by and tantalize your tastey-buds with one or a dozen of Amber's delicious treats! We are talking GouRMeT, Folks!

While in NY we stopped by Magnolia, a Manhattan Cupcakery, where the wait could be hours for your first taste, it's so popular. But guess what! Amber's Cutsie Cakes put Magnolia to shame!!!! She is an expert at this confectionery treat!

This weeks Flavors are

Nilla Vanilla

Hungry Rabbit

Cocoa Diva

Lemony-licious

Happy Daisy

and My personal indulgence

Chocolate Peanut Butter

Good Grief they are good!!! We are, to put it simply, happy to be falling into fall with Cutsie Cakes! *Guess who made the curtains for the windows... yep, little ol' me. And I did the vinyl, too!

I have tons of new items to post for Saying It Simply. But I wanted to get the word out that we are now in a shop. Still doing custom orders for your hard to find items~ just needed to take a small hiatus to gather our gumption for new goodies.

We love the fall and it's endless supply of inspiring colors and themes. You will not be disappointed!

Really, I'll post soon.

2009-07-13T10:28:00.004-06:00

ok. so you want the details.

I've had a virus of the computer kind ever since

I returned from my latest NYC adventure.

Thus the delay in sharing.

I'm going to do this in small installments.

Bits and Pieces

(otherwise I'll be on the puter for hours and hours.)

Oh how I love the city.

I'm currently downloading the photos which will had to my simple stories.

Patience, please

This REALLLY excites me

2009-06-23T16:15:00.006-06:00

Oh my. I can hardly wait.

Tim Burton is making a sequel to Alice in Wonderland... release in March of 2010~where she returns to Wonderland at age 17 and does not remember her first visit. His movies always have the fantastical ideas that I often find swimming around in my own head. A touch of the twisted macabre excites me with his films.

I dove into the depths of pirating w/ the 3rd Pirates of the Carribean last nite. This is where I officially decided that Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow is my ALL time favorite movie character.

And then I saw this:

Fantastic. Simply Mad.
Mr. Depp is fascinating.

Really happening

2009-06-23T09:32:00.004-06:00

We just had our papers for the trip notarized.

So many things were signed away....

like:

Pics taken of us on the "WALK"

What does THAT mean?

Oh my hell. I need to run more.

This is REALLY, Really happening.
I feel like I need to study for this prize. Don't want to look foolish...

Honesty bit:

Does anyone want to do a trade of some sorts? I really need my hair done for this. I leave on July 6th! Help!!! $$$ is tight and I don't want to look dumb!

I can make you a

re*it*er*ate bag

ANYTHING SIS does.

But really, I won

2009-06-18T09:13:00.008-06:00

I won.

I'm the big wiener.

I have the luck of the Irish on my side.

(I try to keep an Irish descendant next to me at all times)

I'm off to hang with Christian Siriano

to intern with him for a day in NEW YORK

....on the FIRST trip.

Then, I return to NEW YORK, (I think in Sept) to see his fashion show.

... for the SECOND trip.

Two trips. Me!!!!!!!!!!!

Details could change... waiting for official docs.

*disclaimer: they need to verify my eligibility. ie: over 18, US Citizen.

Got to sign the docs, still.

But really, I won.

My mood board was chosen.

I am shocked!!!!!!!!!

xx to all of you who voted and campaigned!

Seriously, thank you!

Holy Crap!

Reality In Waiting

2009-06-15T07:07:00.004-06:00

Just found out that the LG Lotus contest I'm in will notify the winner by 6/22... wishing and hoping, thinking and praying.

Wil has had ONE day off (anny Thursday)since we went to PHX at the beginning of May... would love to have him as an active part of our family again.

Our "ship" should be docking any day now. It's so damn hard waiting for your ship to come in. However, seeing that I live in the desert, I shouldn't be surprised that there aren't any ports to welcome a ship home.

Saying It Simply's re*it*er*ate bags are on the cusp of being a HOT item. Feedback is fab on them, just want the sales to reflect it. Just trying to do my part.

If the damn rain would stop, I could put up our pool. Wait. If I put up the pool while it's raining, I could fill it with the blessings from Mother Nature..

15 years. For Reals.

2009-06-10T07:13:00.008-06:00

Well, I did it.

Wil and I have been married for 15 years today. Asked him if people at work were surprised he's been married for 15 years.

Wil said, "No. But it's because they don't really know you." This was funny, folks. OK to laugh... I laughed and laughed and laughed... I think he laughed a little louder, but there is some truth to his statement. :)

He just brought me breakfast at the computer.

A hug and a kiss~ he's out the door; off to work.

Our evening celebration is planned:

Kate's dance recital. (She's getting chocolates and flowers this year)

But I'm not upset about this... at least he's home for this one! If you'd like to see where Wil has spent other anniversaries, follow his celebratory travels here

Look what we've accomplished in 15 years:

*Jack, Luke, Kate

*multiple piercings

*ring tattoos (my 3rd anni gift to him)

*a home in Surprise, AZ... that's just too fun to say

*a year in MN

*4 fights

*4 cats... just to make me happy

*my biz

*he's a wanted man in the world of computer scanning and 3d graphics

*teaching me to use power tools

*lived w/ his parents for 1 year and 4 months. (thanks M&D-tooooooooooo kind)

*a home in PG, UT

*Many relocations

*and some giggles

I think that says a lot lot lot lot lot.

And just so you know Where there's a Wil, there's a way because he:

has a great personality and a super sense of humor~ personal joke here... too many times these attributes are used to cover up the looks department, but he's got that covered too.

He's FUNNY, thoughtful, kind, handsome, loving, strong, caring, dedicated, dependable, hard working, successful, brilliant, ... thanks! thanks! thanks mr. manly. i am sooooo crushing on you, right now. i think I'll be washing your laundry today AND MAYBE ironing.

Even though it's sad when I find us acting like grown ups, at least we're doing it together.

We're planting a tree to commemorate this accomplishment. Want to see which grows faster, Me and Wil or the tree. xx, kris

Now,go kiss someone to celebrate with me. I love kissing.

Directions to REALLY get you there

2009-06-05T09:40:00.003-06:00

Are you coming? If so, remember to bring along your entry form for the $100 gift cert drawing!

It's this:

And if you follow these directions:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=n+1875+w&sll=40.992613,-111.928411&sspn=0.005823,0.0109&ie=UTF8&ll=40.993067,-111.91251&spn=0.011645,0.021801&t=h&z=16
you won't get lost.

And if you need help finding it, email me krishans31@yahoo.com
and I'll give you my cell # so I can help.

ReaLLY GoiNG CRaZY

2009-06-02T17:34:00.005-06:00

Got to finish 33 purses in two days.

Want to be famous.

Could loose my marbles in the process.

Should clean the house (there will be guests here tomorrow.)

Just grounded my kids to play outside.

Desire a vacay.

Trying to stop drinking the Coke... it's not even diet....

only high octane, unfiltered for me. (Like I need uppers!)

Could make dinner, but cereal is just too easy.

Wish I used time wisely.

Think I'm addicted to the puter.

Need to find my sanity.

Yep. I think I am really going crazy.

Are any of you going to come see Kourtney and me

this weekend at the craft show? We WILL have tons of giggles.

Real Cash

2009-06-01T09:45:00.004-06:00

We want you to come to our craft show this weekend

Here's some incentive....

print off this entry form... turn it in on Fri or Sat at the show and you COULD be shopping with an extra $100 (for use with ANY vendor, not just us...)

I think the file they sent me is a little blurry, so if you need more info. Email me @ krishans31@yahoo.com

Really, where have I been?

2009-05-28T10:59:00.015-06:00

I am busy!!!!!

Kourt and I made this:

and we filled an order for some of these

and then we've been CRaZy with these:

(But it's been the dictionary version for

end of the year

TeaCHeR ThAnK YoUS)

Now, I need to go find some of this

So I can do this:

xx, kris

Really, Hell is this way. Follow me.

2009-05-14T08:10:00.004-06:00

You know when you get caught up with something and forget about everything else? Well, I'm there. Busy creating and attempting to become famous.

Did I tell you I went to Phx last weekend? Kelli and Andi ROCKED the Mini Tri world. So fun to be the underwire in their bras.

Did I tell you I love the Nein Family? (Andi's fam!) Talk about hospitality!

Did I mention I REALLY want to move back to Phx? Dang, I LOVE the heat!

Did you know I found the way to Hell. It's via running in the park.

I am terrible at physical fitness.

I REALLY liked the Vampire

2009-04-24T11:34:00.003-06:00

um... I wasn't a Wolf fan-

I really liked the vampire,

However,

I may join the pack now.

Yum.

Really? 11 days

2009-04-24T08:44:00.005-06:00

Oh my.
Really? 11 days remain to campaign and gain (votes)

But I need your help!
Take this link
http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=93501233407&h=kA2JV&u=oXhRJ&ref=mf

Take this pic

Tell your online friends and fam it only takes 2 seconds to vote
come back here and tell me you did it
*YOU CAN EMAIL IT ALSO :)
Then I will enter you in a drawing to win fabulous prizes from NYC
*if I win the contest, that is

Thanks for ALL your help, amigos.
xx, kris

FYI:I am still in 1st out of about 3000 entries. To be considered for the big prize I need to remain within the top 20.

Really True? Or Really UNtrue?

2009-04-23T14:23:00.004-06:00

Have you ever

wondered if someone was pregnant?

Did you ask? Even though you knew better?

Or did you do what I did:

POKE

them in the stomache and ask

"What's that?"

Only to hear this lovely person respond with,

"Nope. Not pregnant- just fat."

And did you try to think up something clever to respond with?

Something quick. Something fabulous. Like:

"I meant, where did you get your cute sweatshirt?"

Just to have this beautiful girl point to her hoodie

where it shouts it's name

Glitter and Glam

GAP .

Yeah. Sometimes I'm not so quick.

Really sweet BACK

2009-04-21T11:26:00.005-06:00

Meet Lily.

I made her for Katey yesterday.

Wanted to do this for-eh-vah.

Finally figured out how to curl yarn... and attached each strand by thread and needle.

She is 12" high and complete with a belly button and buns

However, modesty prevails and

we've covered up her posterior with stitched on bloomers~

For the record, I DID sculpt her some really sweet back.

This is the VERY first dolly I've made. Definitely a work in progress.

But ever since my Aunt Kimmy gifted me with a treasure of my own,

Oh so many years ago,

I've wanted to have another.

Really Drool

2009-04-20T07:36:00.004-06:00

I won Cupcakes.

One dozen too-pretty-to-partake confections

from

The Sweet Tooth Fairy.

Giveaway was from the fabulous blog

Seriously So Blessed.

I'm sharing this because I actually love the way

The Sweet Tooth Fairy site looks.

Take a gander. You will drool.

Really Mad Skillz

2009-04-19T15:58:00.002-06:00

You must go see what my friend Chrissy whipped,

literally, whipped out last night.

No pattern- just some mad skillz.

And you can see a picture of katey, too!

Really, Life Is Good.

2009-04-19T15:49:00.002-06:00

I know why I have kids! Finally.

Kate is sorting laundry.
Luke is sweeping and mopping.
Jack is mowing the lawn.

Really, life is good.

Real, Really Real

2009-04-15T07:58:00.006-06:00

WArNiNG

Housework Is Dangerous

Do not attempt to grab laundry through stair banister to avoid walking 5 mores steps.
If it is necessary to do previous step, DO NOT pull a blanket through the banisters.
Outcome could be colorful.
For instance,
The banister could pop loose and in full force, whack you on the left eyebrow.
Medical attention not required IF you only end up with a goose nugget
*(not big enough to be considered an egg)
and a Real, Really Real black eye.

It's true, Whiners do get Shiners.

*No editing on this photo.

It turns out she Really knows bees

2009-04-09T11:57:00.007-06:00

While whipping out a batch of delish homemade cornbread and honey butter

from this fab cookbook

(soon to be at your local utah Costco's ~ you must buy it)

Katey told me that she knows how bees make honey ~ it's very easy if you are a bee

Honey Recipe

by,

Katey

Bees take the honey out of the bottle

Stir it.

Dump it into their hive

Then they add something like butter to the honey and bubbles and milk.

The bees grab some chocolate and strawberry sprinkles from the fridge

Shake it.

Put everything into a tube and just shake it again.

And then the bees deliver it to the store.

Me: How did you learn this Katey?

Kate: I didn't learn it. I just know bees.

enter and win

2009-04-08T16:29:00.002-06:00

Want a baby snuggler?

I'm trying to win it for someone I know who is having a baby.

NO, it is not me.

Click the pic to enter the Giveaway.

My Real Home

2009-04-06T08:51:00.008-06:00

Have you ever gone back to your home town and pretended like you were a tourist? Donned your socks and sandals, camera in one hand, bottle of water in the other?

I highly recommend it.

Took the fam to "George" in hopes of some spring like weather (you know the kind, unseasonably hot) and we were so disappointed to watch the damn clouds roll in and out. HOWEVER, since swimming and sunning was not to be, we toured the country side of Southern Utah... checking out my old haunts.

The Veyo Pool... fed by a stream and so quaint. It will open on May 1st... remember field trips out there? I just new I would find me a romance.

Snow Canyon... beautiful and memory filled. Wil and I met 19 years ago over spring break (good grief! do I really want to admit that?) and had MANY pics taken of us in this beautiful locale.

Gunlock Reservoir Conveniently close to George... great water fun. Lost my swim suit top jumping off a rock... also had to be rescued buy a boater while trying to swim BACK across.... many many years ago.

Silver Reef mining town... toured the historic Wells Fargo Station. Took April and her 3 girlies on this tour... so fun watching the kids DISCOVER artifacts. Mia found a square headed nail... I saw animal poop.

Tuacahn outdoor amphitheater is gorgeous. You really must see this in person.

Even with all of this under our belt, we didn't scratch the surface of Touristing. I would love to move back. The heat, the sun, the memories, the fam and the friends.... nothing compares to St. George. As soon as we pass the first exit, I am rolling down the window and breathing deeply the scent of home.

really, I'll be back

2009-04-01T22:33:00.004-06:00

I am taking the entourage to sunshine and warmth.

We will return Monday, when

I will tell you yet another inappropriate~kris tale (you can decide if it's TALL or not)

I will tell you how bees make honey.... turns out Katey "knows bees".

I will share my favorite recipe book

I will tell you how much fun the entourage and I had being tourists in St. George

and Last BUT certainly NOT least,

We will begin our April push for the voters. (I really should run for office.)

I have a Real problem.

2009-03-30T09:10:00.006-06:00

Really? I did it again? While talking with an employee at WalMart... I notice that he won't stay focused on our convo.
Me: dude. Is there someone more interesting you would like to help?
Dude: No Mam (ohhhhhhhh, i hate that.) I'm listening.
Me: Then why do you keep looking over there? (point to the left)
Dude: I'm sorry. I can't see out of that eye.

I am not allowed out of the house.

You can go here and here for verifying examples this is turning into an everyday occurrence

It's Real Bold And Really INTENSE

2009-03-30T08:56:00.004-06:00

Found us a new giveaway... but you have to be bold to enter. Are you BOLD?
Clickity here...

thank me later.
(well, for finding it and being BOLD enough to share.)

What I REALLY Want

2009-03-26T06:58:00.005-06:00

I have started coughing. Dang.

Mom~ I'm, sniff sniff whimper, NOT coming down yet.

Let me assess the situation. I REALLY wanted the sunshine. Really.

Oh. My kids are going to be terribly upset.

I need my Grandma.

She used to sprinkle baby powder on my legs to stop

growing pains.

Oh yah. It totally worked.

I need my Mom.

She rubbed Vicks on my chest to relieve

the coughs and sniffles

Ingenius, cuz it worked, too.

I used to pick these out as a treat at the store.

And I recall sneaking into the medicine cabinet

for a small orange flavored goody once or twice.

Now my meds are yucky.

really now, where's the sun?

2009-03-25T09:11:00.002-06:00

Snow. Clouds. Cold. Wet. Ice. Shovels.

I just want to plant a flower and sit in the sun.
Dirt under my nails. Stains on my knees.
Kids outside.
That's all.

really early, but prepared

2009-03-23T20:03:00.003-06:00

My niece lost her first tooth yesterday and she wanted a "Tooth Pocket"...

I made one for each of my boys when they lost their first teeth.

I was able to whip it out and make the delivery right before she put her head to rest...

When I got home, I decided I would not be caught off guard for the next teeth to fall,

so I made Kate's and Reese's this morning....

It's REALLY EARLY, no wiggling going on, but I am prepared.

What Really Counts...

2009-03-23T01:12:00.003-06:00

I have 5 followers. I just added the sign up sheet at the bottom of this here blog thing of mine...

Angi ~ a for REALS friend of mine
Mindi ~ a for REALS friend of my sister's sister-in-law
Suz~ a for REALS contact through a girl I met blogging who actually went to my high school
Libs~ my sis' for REALS bff
Chrissy- my hub's bud's wife who is my for REALS friend.

You are on my list of what really counts.... The quality of your guests, not the quantity.

However, even though I lower my daily bar, I am never really satisfied... Sign up, folks!

realistic religion

2009-03-22T13:47:00.003-06:00

I have not been a strong link in the chain of religion.

In fact, I have not been to church (untill today) for months and months.

Wil works.

I'm lazy.

I'm selfish.

Kids disinterested.

Not a priority. I know that sounds REALLY bad. But it's the truth.

Well last Sunday, Kate decides we're going. Church starts @9am. It was 8:45 when her mind is made up... don't know where the religious bug was picked up... Possibly the cart at the grocery store... who knows how many hands have been on it before you... but she is adamant regarding her salvation and that of her brother's, her dad's and mine. I think that she's probably right and decide we can skip the first hour ~executive decision~ there was NO WAY I could get them all ready in 15 mins!

It turned out the boys have been growing an awful lot. Each pair of pants was either too snug or much to short to be considered. I told Katey we couldn't go and her tears runneth-ed over. We are talking Flood ~ also a good description for the boys pants.

Grabbing the Puffs Plus, I spew promises of Church attendance to this Missionary of 4 1/2 for the following week. She told me I won't remember so we better make a countdown chain.

Countdown Chain?

Yep. Just like the one we made for Christmas. Only this chain had 8 links on which we wrote the days of the week along with the remaining # of days to SUNDAY... dun dun duuuuuunnnnnnn.

Dear Friends , paper countdown chains work.

They can even get you to a realistic religious experience.

Really Old Indications

2009-03-17T12:29:00.003-06:00

My mom asked how are new cat is adjusting to this home of ours...
Fabulously.
She asked where Manfred was
Returned.
She then said, He'll probably be put to sleep.
My response, He was unhappy, toothless and old.
She (mom) asks, Will you have me put to sleep when I'm Old?

My answer:
If you get start hiding behind the dryer to avoid a child's reach...
If you run away when someone walks past you...
If you wander the house and cry all night...
If you start hating children...
If you sneeze and your hair falls out...
If you stick out your tongue because there are no longer teeth to hold it in...
then YES.
Someone, keep on eye on Lynnie and let me know if she begins showing signs of OLD.
She may be ready to take a "Nap".
Love ya, Mom!
k

Really Superstitious

2009-03-17T10:42:00.008-06:00

Fu- Looking to other countries for good fortune

Ok... if you think it will work

Inhumane, but I'd try it....

Lucky Duck....

right side up....

I'm looking over a four leaf clover, that I've overlooked before...

Lucky Me to Know You.

xo, kris

really celebrating.

2009-03-13T17:18:00.003-06:00

HB little old bro.....

Friday the 13th and you turn 30...

sad to be you.

I oiled up your wheelchair ~ it's ready to roll.

realistic incentive

2009-03-13T11:50:00.003-06:00

Been thinkin. (It gets me trouble, but I did it anyway)

I'm going to bribe you.

Post about the contest I've entered, FB, Blogger, My Space....come back and tell me you did, and you will be entered into a drawing IF I win the trip to NYC. (Stipulations suck, but I can't provide fantastic fluff if I don't go...)

What you will win:

A SIGNED print of my creation. :) (Fame is going to my head!)
Random items and memorabilia from my trip to NYC~samples from everwhere I go.
Authentic street vendor ware purchased by me for YOU from corners in the Big Apple.
And I'll throw in more once I am announced the Big WEINER!!!!

Add this pic to your posting and here's the Linkity you'll need...
http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=138427780620&h=FT4rf&u=WzOYv
Let's get my votes rolling in. I have no shame. I'm begging here.

**You need not be my friend or acquaintance to enter... just live in my landlocked Country...

New York, Really. I took the pics.

2009-03-13T09:33:00.006-06:00

Vote Please...

I am in a contest....

I had to be creative.

I had to set a mood.

Here's a copy of the email I sent to Mom... Fishing for Maternal pride and recognition.... You know me.

Hi MOM!!!!
Check out what I made (I think you'll hang it on the fridge)
I used pictures we took in NYC~layered them together~ titled it
MY NYC ABC's ~ entered a contest to win a trip BACK to NYC, so I can:
Hang with a flamboyant designer for a day (an unrealized dream of mine)
Win a new cell phone (mine is broken~can't tell who's callin')
AND
Walk the streets of the big apple in the summertime...
(i love walking; I love apples; I love summertime~ overall it's an ideal situation to be in!)

Do you like it? You need to look close... it's kinda like Where's Waldo. The Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, fruit from a street vendor, Grand Central Station and the damaged sculpture from the Trade Center are layered in the overall pic. (plus some horse's and copper's patooties)
I don't think I did half bad for an uneducated house-mom.
xx, k

Now friends clickity on the picity up above and you will be redirected where you can vote for ME!!!!!
Now friends clickity on the picity up above and you will be redirected where you can vote for ME!!!!!
Oh was that redundant?

Real Advice

2009-03-11T12:20:00.003-06:00

good idea: Whiten white unders w/ bleach
bad idea: Whitening white of eye w/ bleach
even if it was with a splash... just a splash.

Clarifying: Spin cycle on the washer spooked the 3 toothed cat. He bolted like a CAT out of hell, knocked into the bleach bottle~ it fell from the shelf to the floor, burst open.
Result: VERY clean laundry room floor. House smells like a pool - a touch of summer in March for free. New tie dyed job on Hoodie and back of jeans. One eye burned, red and, I think it's safe to say, clean.

Fur Real

2009-03-11T10:00:00.004-06:00

We're getting a new mouser on Sat.

This is Stolli.

He has teeth!

And he is only 2 years old.

(He won't need a walker!)

Let's all say Adieu to

Manfred.

(We did not name him. I wanted to call him 'Dentures')

He was a Foster Feline and a terrible pain.

High maintenance and high strung.

Really Colorful

2009-03-11T09:51:00.004-06:00

Artiste Extraordinaire.... Miss Kate.

She wanted this posted.
Feels fantastically famous if it's on the "puter"
Not bad for a 4 year old. She definitely colors better than her older brothers!

Really low Goals.

2009-03-10T10:37:00.004-06:00

Lowered Bar Achievements:

I showered.

I am dressed to my shoes.

Teeth brushed.

All 3 kids at school.

Geriatric feline is out from behind the dryer. *He's on a shelf.

(Never contemplated decorating with live decor. It works.)

Today is turning out to be pretty fantastic.

I make attainable goals and

check

them off one by one.

How's your progress going?

Really? Dogs? me?

2009-03-08T09:46:00.002-06:00

Oh crap. I want a yorkie. Wil is freaking out on me.

No Dogs.

I emailed a lady.

I hope she writes back soon.

A cat yesterday. (with only 3 teeth and practically on it's death bed.) 2 puppies today.

Tammy, I'm catching up! We'll be charging admission to our petting zoo.

Only 3 teeth? Really?

2009-03-08T07:24:00.007-06:00

I'm a foster parent. We were going to do the full out adoption but thought it best to do a trial run before we add a permanent addition to the fam.

I am a cat person. This is my fav of fav's in the kitty colony.

A Russian Blue.

My first Russian Blue was adopted in Arizona. His name was Rasputin, (I know. I am so clever!) He was part of our fam for 6 years.... got sick 2 weeks before Luke was born and passed away.

Wil decided it was time to get me a new one. (Petting a cat is terribly therapeutic for my anxious behavior.)

While searching the web and local shelters, we came across Manfred. ~ Terrible name, but that can be changed. They told me they didn't have all of his particulars in the computer, but thought he was just over a year old. He can be adopted for $50. Perfect.

This is where I lower my proverbial bar...

He is 9 years old. 9!!!!

And he has 3 teeth. 3?!?!?!? Only 3?!?!?!

AND, because of his age, (probably won't be with us for long...) I can adopt him for $25. Ummmmm, we'll foster. It's FREE.

Let's see how he meshes with the fam... he's hiding behind the dryer. He will come out but ONLY for me. Does not want to play with the Entourage... he's sweet but terribly skittish.

Kids want to play; He can't chew food.

Looks like I'm running the Beehive Home for felines.

Hansen's Hospice for Geriatric Critters.

Really Pulled. Really Twisted. Really Wiggled.

2009-02-26T15:26:00.002-07:00

So. I am the only victim of Blog Blahs?
Nothing seems funny enough, crazy enough, informative enough to write about as of late.

And then there is Luke.

When I picked him up from school; he told me lost his tooth at school.
Me: That's terrific, Buddy!
Tears begin to flow and he states again "I LOST my tooth at school!"
ME: What happened?
L: I was going to the bathroom and it must have fell in the toilet. I just opened up the holder to look at it... but it was gone.
~holder is a Tooth Necklace. Top can be removed to house tiny teeth 'til the owner can return home.
Me: You thought it important to check out the tooth while you were peeing?
L: I don't know. (more tears) Now the Tooth Fairy won't come!
Me: Just write a note explaining what happened.
L: Or....
Me: Or what?
L: Nothing.

Jump to bed time.
L: No worries!!! I pulled out the other one! Now she can bring me $$$$!!!!!
Me: Was it even loose?
L: No. But I just pulled REALLY hard. Twisted. Wiggled. (blood dripping from his mouth) I can put it under my pillow.
Me: I hope she brings you lots of $$$. It looks like you might be getting stitches to close up that hole.

Really Wet

2009-02-06T12:49:00.005-07:00

Noticed water under the door to the laundry room. WHY today????

Wil returns tomorrow and I have been priding myself and no emergencies.

Turns out the hot water hose is drip, drip dripping where it attaches to the machine. I've taken it off, wiped down any residue and now? I can't get the hose to stay on when I twist (and shout). Every time I think my muscular build has accomplished the task,

I turn the main line back on

and

My Laundry room looks like a scene from a Steve Martin flick. (I'm playing Steve) The hose is whipping and slashing it's way to victory and freedom.

Needless to say I am a little wet. OK. Really Wet.

But I'll be damned if I have to call someone. Heck no. I can do this.

Really Out of Character

2009-02-04T22:13:00.008-07:00

Oh. My. Gosh.

I have been getting along with My Entourage.

We have had fun.

We have shared the giggles.

We like each other this week.

And, I am still playing the Mom role in our production of life.

They even told me that they think I play acceptable music.

(I really do love Pink)

I am cool. The Entourage is cool.

Wil? is MIA.

I CAN do the single parent thing

It just takes Xanax.

And a My Ty...

(this was gratuitously for me!)

Really, I didn't do anything

2009-02-02T18:49:00.004-07:00

I find that I thrill most personally in my kids achievements.

At parent teacher conference today,

as teachers were telling me that my kids are very smart,

why did I say "Thank you"?

Is it because it was the only thing I had accomplished today?

Why did I want flowers and a trophy after Kate's dance recital?

Is it because I had actually taken her to each lesson and done her hair?

Realistically speaking, I need to find something I can achieve on my own~

not vicariously through my entourage. Hmmmm.... What to do.... What to do...

Realistically Creative

2009-01-29T13:20:00.005-07:00

As I am contemplating and subsequently purging or

placing each and EVERY item in the

Hideout

(term of endearment for our abode),

I am attempting creative holders for my things.

Presently, I am stream-lining my desk. It is a disaster.

I need many different tools for Saying It Simply. They end up scattered about.

Tossed willy-nilly into a drawer; more frequently on the desk top.

I can't even sit at it without hyperventilating.

I realised that my fam is fond of hot chocolate

and the cans it comes in are perfectly sized for

pencils, scissors, pliers, glue sticks,bells and buttons.

Not very pretty though.

With a little scrapping paper and Mod Podge

I'm creating a work area that makes me want to work.

I love recycling.

Really Wednesday

2009-01-28T09:22:00.002-07:00

I will be dusting the living room this morning.
I think I'll make Katey take a bath.
I've got some orders for SIS that need to be completed.
And then, I am going to dance.

Ms. Martha, sent me an email today with 100 reasons to declutter.

Clickity here
if you need help discovering WHY you should purge (ahhhh my word)
My #1 reason? I don't have room to dance like no one is watching.

Really Friendly Fun

2009-01-27T16:02:00.004-07:00

Needed some girl time. Went out to lunch for

some chatter

and chow

with the fabulous Jennifer....

Oh she sells Scentsy, too.

I get to play with all the samples. It's so fun!

Finished off the adventure with some power shopping .

Went in to buy one gift.

We needed a cart

within 5 minutes of being there.

Does anyone else love sale pricing as much as I do?

Really Nothing

2009-01-26T19:27:00.008-07:00

I don't have anything to write about. Nothing. I mean really Nothing.
I've been on Facebook quite a bit.
I cleaned the living room.
I made dinner.
I haven't been on a date w/ Wil since I won the trip to NYC.
I like Coke.
I need to shower, but I brushed my teeth.

Here's a question, any ideas for an inexpensive date? Watching the Cha-Ching, but I NEED to go out with him and soon. He's going on a trip. Anyone want to trade watching kids? I hate to pay a babysitter...

And, I really want a cookie avec milk.

2009-01-24T20:58:00.003-07:00

ok. i am a little slow, but i just saw ( and finished) Mamma Mia. I am so girly. I LOVED LOVED LOVED IT. Definitely on my wish list for Valentines....

I lovey my chick flicks. I adore when the fam is (oops) gone. It's ME time. However, we watched this as a fam... took some of the romantic feelings away as I was watching for inappropriate material...

Love the music....

ahhhhhhh....

Boston.

2009-01-23T15:58:00.003-07:00

A Boston Cream Pie Cupcake.

Delish. Simply scrumptious.

Thanks Martha. You know me so well.

Really, A missed Opportunity

2009-01-23T15:39:00.004-07:00

Oh.

Darn.

He misspelled Opportunity...

Living in Utah we say it opperrrrrtunity.

He put in the "E". Dang.

That was (and I am not speaking from a Mother's love only here)

the only word that kept giving him trouble. Ugh!

Jack does not live realistically.

I am sure he thought he'd win a trip to Disneyland or NYC

when he swept the floor with his fellow 4th graders.

Ahhhh.... bittersweet. He'll live another day to spell... He has asked me to purchase a large dictionary on which he may highlight the words he memorizes.

Next year we'll change his name to Webster.

i am just so darn proud of him.

i hate speaking in public for fear of a faux pas.

Jack. He fears nothing.

Really? A Spelling Bee on Friday?

2009-01-21T18:58:00.008-07:00

Jack is a word hound.

Fond of using words he doesn't even know the meaning of...

It's taken him to the 4th grade spelling bee.

He can't go on after this (only 5th and 6th graders)-

but I think I'm happy about that.

We're up to our ears in definitions, origins and homonyms.

We received the list of words today, the Bee is Friday.

Eash!

Living Realistically, I should expect Jack to enter a Spelling Bee w/out my knowledge.

Here's why:

Kindergarten:

Jack gets on stage at the Kinders Talent Show and states, "My mom was not able to make it here with my costume, but I'll perform without it. I'm going to entertain you with my version of "A Pirate's Life for Me."

Oh yeah. He sung the whole song. From what I hear, he acted it out, too. I found out when a neighbor called and told me what a good job he'd done.

I did not know I was making a costume.

First grade:

Jack volunteers to be George Washington in the first grade play.

I didn't know until I saw him perform it live.

Second Grade:

Jack participates in the classroom talent show. "I've been taking piano lessons from my mom (I cannot play the piano- i can pick out a tune and pluck it out. But that is it!) I am going to play the scale for you. Please watch how my thumb goes under on the way up and how my middle finger goes over on the way down. I have been practicing this technique."

Once again, I found all this out from a fellow mother.

I think he took 3rd grade off to gear up for something phenomenal. The Bee. I think HE thinks if he does spectacularly they'll make an exception and allow him to continue to regions.

I can say this, I just never know what I'm going to get with him around.

Really Crazy Idea

2009-01-21T12:12:00.005-07:00

I have commitment phobias and a flustered personality when it comes to decorating my abode. Maybe with a Xanax I'll be able to make color choices for my walls.

Wil's going on a trip to dc soon. I think I'll try to spice up a wall or 2 while he is away. Anyone want to come and play with me? I have insane ideas when he leaves... remember when I bought sod for our yard... He was so thrilled with me!!!

Also, my BFF, Martha sent me this pic.

I think she knows I need a Barbie House table for some fashionable flair. I can make this... I have a saw and sandpaper.

Really Buried

2009-01-20T15:18:00.002-07:00

Been suffering from Many headaches as of late...
I believe it is due to my mind being cluttered with the clutter in my life...

Home:
I want to walk through a room. Not over the junk.
I have successfully purged the boys room and Kate's room. Took two full days, but the kids have found that they like playing in there spaces now. Fabulous.

Biz:
I just can't get motivated to be part of SIS. We are still actively creating and filling orders. But updating and sending out "You Whooooo's" to those who want to be in the know regarding our new Needfuls and Wants has been more of a chore than an exciting activity for me. Bare with me, we'll get back to the saws, drills, sanders and stitches soon.

Family:
I found myself tuning out my entourage. Anger would swell as they wanted to share with me a new race track or a high score~ since I was buried in Christmas baubles to be packed. I couldn't be bothered with their fun. They hadn't unloaded the dishwasher or put away the pile of clothes I had sorted, washed, dried and folded... Trying to make time thrilling in their creations, so they will in turn thrill at a clean and empty sink for me.

Wil:
How easy it has been to put Mr.#1 on the back burner... When he would come home from work and ask if I'd thought about something for dinner irked and burned. I'm presently fixing that prob by making something (anything) for chow time. Now I can ask him to check off his Honey-Do's without feeling bad.

Me:
Ugh. Too much to list. But I'll just say this: Purge. My word for 2009. It's not a pretty word. It's definitely not material for a new Saying It Simply creation.... But it is my theme. Wish me luck.

So, if you still check up on me and would like me to still check up on you... Simply leave a comment here and I'll add you to my list of favorites. xx, k

New Year's Revolutions

2009-01-08T18:52:00.004-07:00

My Entourage of 3 wanted enlightenment regarding the significance of a NEW YEAR.

From the depths of years gone by, I shared with them attainable goals and ideas. You know, the basics on changing your life and situation one small step at a time... when you are 4, 6 and 9 years old.

They caught on quickly. Sure found it easy to help me make MY list...

Kate: You can try to not scream. Scream?!??!
Luke: Or make our beds by yourself because you fix them anyway.
Jack: Your list will be easy to make because there are a lot of things you can change.

Me: "No no no. You are trying to set goals for yourselves."

JLK: OOOOOOhhhhhhhh.

Me: Write them down and we'll post them where the family as a whole can help each other become better.

I wanted to share one with you. This is Luke's. I think I like the new name. It's bold.

Baby steps, friends.

Baby steps to your

New Year's Revolution.

Merry Freakin' Christimas!`

2008-12-27T22:08:00.004-07:00

Whew! Went to St. George for the Holiday. All the sibs, the entire fam, (-one Andi) :(

AND... we didn't squabble. Will miracles never cease?

The entourage is sportin' the Christmas spirit. Their mom is breathing a sigh of relief at BeLieF continuing... Their Dad is just sighing.

Saw me a super friend for a moment of "remember when" aka.... "isn't it amazing that we can hang after months and still get along?"

Realistically, Fantastic Christmas. Mr. C dispersed gifts at our abode while we were away... a surprise that no one expected. (makes the magic continue to grow...)

Um... Hello~ someone... (clearing of throat here) snow-blowed our drive while we vacayed. ~a simple gift that keeps on giving.

Mom (lynnie) got that damned-never-to-be-received Kitchen Aid Mixer she so desperately desired for some 10 odd years... so fun to see her appreciation.

Katey had the barfs all of the 25th.

Kris is spoiled with boots she really wanted and which people on the streets stop to admire.

Wil is the man who can rock On World Tour with his kids.

The Gag (kiddo's all call my mom Gaggie-not Grandma) spoils the entire Fam with a Wii and Wii Fit for her humble establishment. (** The Gag despises the Video Game World~ This is a Christmas miracle.)

Drove past an old boyfriend's house... just 'cuz.

Kissed Wil with a passion that can't be explained. ( He puts up with soooooooo much.)

The countdown begins to Kris Day..... Don't forget: My Birthday is December 31. I'll be 35. I know. Grab your Puffs Plus with Lotion. Sorry Dad and Mom. I am getting bigger.

2008-12-19T12:37:00.007-07:00

Where have I been you've wondered.... Well, we're making custom Skoodies.

Have you seen the Skoodie before?

Probably.
But this is Saying It Simply's take on it. So we do it CUSTOM!!!
This Skoodie boasts being a 3-in-1 purchase! A scarf! A cowl-hoodie! AND: it's reversible!

We have a few made and we're posting them on Etsy.
But if you want one in your favorite color-
email us and we'll chit chat you through the process of getting it your way!
(Oh. We're just like BK!)

We are so proud and excited to being doing these. We've had countless orders from simply wearing ours about.
$25 each.
*** Remember it's reversible and you won't be bulking up under your coats with a silly sweatshirt or messing up your hair with a scarf wrapped tightly around your do!
TTFN! I'm off to sew!

Really Magical

2008-12-14T05:53:00.006-07:00

I have a confession. I recently lied.
Oh. Not to any of you. No. No. No. It was just my kids. Sorry if I caused you ANY worry.

I used my forked tongue the night before Utah's last snowfall, and told the Entourage they needed to make paper snowflakes; tape them to a bedroom window and that simple act will make magic snow fall. Surprise, surprise...It worked.

Remember folks, Kris is fanatical about weather updates. I check online constantly...

that's how I won my trip to NY.

Two nights ago, while checking email, I was informed by Sterling Poulson (isn't that a great name?!?) snow would fall and fall hard Saturday morning. I asked my Entourage, already tucked in, if I could just move the snowflakes around.

Give the snow fairy a tease, just to see if it worked.

Ta-da!!!

If you live in the Wasatch Front area, we had quite the dusting, didn't we? It's my fam's fault. Magic paper snowflakes.

Last night, I wanted to make my own snowflake. Channel my inner elf.

No elf appeared. Not for me.

Enter and welcome, Mr. Edward Scissorhands.

I think my single flake could be considered a work of art.

(not my flake, I'm too tired to take a pic. but this one almost competes)

Kate grabbed it; quickly taping it to the front window.

Well, it's Sunday and globs of sky icing are falling to frost the earth.

If you drive by Monday morning and every window at the Hideout (our humble home) is covered from casing to casing in printer paper flakes- know this, we are not trying to weather proof our home inventively. My kids, in actuality, are praying for a Snow Day.

I really do like a good cheese ball

2008-12-12T11:14:00.005-07:00

I think I ate half of a ranch cheese ball by myself last night at Angi's SIS Open House.

(Ang, I'll gift you with a treat someday!)

I really should eat BEFORE I go somewhere. Hate being the one sitting at the treat table...

I loved our Open House last night! Felt the love from some super duper women. Angi said when she handed out the invites she told them to come see me (it's been over 3 years and they remembered lil' ol' me! I was terribly flattered.)

Girlies, thanks for coming. I still think of you as neighbors!

Took Kate along and she warmed right up telling everyone her name, age, birth date, what she wants to get me for Christmas and that she can do the splits. This last sharing of a talent is quickly followed with her hiked skirt and slipping on down. TaDa!!!!! I think the funniest thing was when she went up to my fab friend, Briti and told her that she could invite us over to her house for dinner soon. (OK. I coaxed her a bit. But she did do it.)

Boys took off with Wil~ Go Jazz.

Today, I am posting SIS pics to ETSY and polishing the Hideout for anyone who feels like stopping by for a cup of hot chocolate. I love guests.

Happy Freakin' Friday, To All Of You!

OHHHHHH.... an Open House

2008-12-11T00:03:00.003-07:00

TODAY!!!! We'll be in Pleasant Grove. You wanna the details?

Email me at sayingitsimply@yahoo.com.

I'll send you the address.

But you better hurry! I'm leaving @ 3:30!

Reallly fun read..

2008-12-10T23:52:00.003-07:00

But... a little scary. Read it before you share it.

Have you met Santa's Twin? First introduced by author Dean Koontz, in his book Mr. Murder, this book is one of my favorite reads.

Love Dean's writing and I always have a little fun bringing a bit of the macabre to this fantastic season. (Gives my entourage incentive to behave for gift receiving. Yep. I am that kind of nurturer.)

Find it. Read it. Tell me what you thought.

these are REALLY a few of my Favorite Things

2008-12-05T13:07:00.003-07:00

UPS, FEDeX, USPS, DHL

Free shipping.

The phrase "It's in the mail"

~Site to Store purchase is ready for pickup.~

"Kris, I got you something for Christmas."

Battling over hot items for the kiddos with other deranged, shopping mothers.

Grabbing from unpurchased shopping carts standing alone.

Smiling.

Smiling's my favorite.

I REALLY did a slip of the tongue.

2008-12-04T17:58:00.007-07:00

Unfortunately, this is not a dirty, yummy post.

Haven't met My Ty. Yet.

Picture it: WalMart this afternoon and I'm checking out.

Wally World employee: Your total will be $4.93

(interjection by live me here, I KNOW! An under $5 purchase in December! It's crazy!!!!)

Shopping Kris: (In a VERY jester-ish voice and demeanor): Um, nuh-uh brainiac. You must be having a dyslexic day, it's $4.39. (here I smile charmingly.)

World Wally employee: (Kris's Dyslexic Comedic relief free of charge) Actually, I do have dyslexia and it is making my hope for working for the IRS very stressful.

Shopping Kris: (Cheeks heating~ Swallow hard) Well, if there was ever a place we would like an employee's work to be triple checked for accuracy, it would be the IRS. Well, in most cases. So your challenge could be considered an IRS asset.

He didn't tell me to have a nice day.

But... did this REALLY happen? What do you think?

A Really Good Friend

2008-12-03T14:03:00.001-07:00

Let me borrow her boots for our trip.

Here they are, Jennifer, enjoying the Staten Island Ferry.

Really Bigger than Big

2008-12-03T13:52:00.002-07:00

I love to go big.

I want a 10' Christmas tree.

I want to have my New Year's Eve Birthday party this year at the Empire State Building.

You are all invited.

Photo compliments of Wil.

Death by Hanging

2008-12-03T13:24:00.006-07:00

.... lights, that is.

Wishing I could take my tangled lights and just throw them up, plug 'em in and call it "Decked Halls" by Kris.

This is a photo from a shop window in NY. I think this was my very, most Fav of all the windows we saw.

Would you think it looked good if my front window was strung and hung in chaos?

I'm tempted.

I did. I REALLY did.

2008-11-24T08:33:00.005-07:00

Miss my kids! (And guess what! I think they missed me, too!)

I'm back! New York! New York!!!

FaNTaBuLouS!

PeRFeCTioNaL!
GiNorMouS!

MaGiCaLiFiCeNT!!!!

Oh yah. I'm a city girl.

Loved eVeRYTHiNG!!

hustle-the bustle

the lights-the sites

the peeps-the beeps

the crashes-the bashes

the subways-the one-ways

the trend-ers-the vendors...

Good Grief- I want to wake up in that city that doesn't sleep!!!!!!

*The Marriott on 40Th & 5Th- I felt like Fancy Nancy. (Frank the Bellman from Poland, made me feel beautifully, special. "Ciao, Bella".)

*The Late Show on Thursday- Letterman had game. Coached to no-end to laugh appropriately by one of his Pages, but not a necessary tactic...he was fab.

*Martha- Oops! Slept in and missed Big M's show. Hope she'll still email me. I would hate to miss out on our annual Christmas gift exchange. (We try to out-do each other's craftiness)
*Street Vendors- HELLO! They were no match for my charming wit. I didn't pay a dime over what I set my mind to- simply asked if they would charge a cousin those prices. ($45 for a knockoff pair of CC shades. Hell no! I walked away slipping him a $10 and closing the deal with a hug. Ya ya on 48Th loved me SOOOOOO much, she GAVE me the gloves. I kid you not!)

Who wants to go back with me? Let's get this trip planned.

This is Wil and Me in front of the Statue Of Liberty. I think it really captures the moment.

Thank you Thank you THANK YOU,

KUTV and Training Table!

You made my dreams come true.

xxoo, kris

(This is merely my first installment. I'll be sharing more.)

REALLY BFF's

2008-11-12T10:46:00.004-07:00

I know the pic is grainy, but you see here how tight Big M and I are. (She loves me.)

She heard I had a trip planned to spend quality time with Dave and not wanting to be left out of the KRIS EXPERIENCE, has invited me to spend one on one time with her at THE show. Oh yeah, I'm on the LIST.

(I'll probably receive my Holiday gift basket early. She's so thoughtful.)

If you need me to pass along any holiday greetings, leave your comments here and I'll make sure she knows you are thinking of her and her continued success.

Would you like to play?

2008-11-11T08:08:00.003-07:00

Do you like to like to tease?

If so, I have a new, supremely-fun for-the-questioner game for you to play(I use the word "Play" lightly here) with your loved ones, co-workers and especially people who don't know you aren't actually friends- that frankly, you detest them quite a bit.

How to play:

This is my example from when I played this game with Wil (by the way, he falls into my "loved ones" category. Just thought it best if I clarify)

Locale: WalMart parking lot.
Me: Wil do you like that car?
Wil: Yeah. It's not bad for a Volkswagen.
Me: The color is great.
Wil: Very cool.
Me: Who does it belong to?
Wil: I don't know.
Me: Me neither. Then I laugh maniacally.
Oh.. So fun. I was taught this game by a 6 year old.

Locale: Village Inn for breakfast.
Game participants: 6 year old and Grandpa.
6: Grandpa do you know Jim Burtenshaw?
Pops: (thinking) No. No I don't think I do.
6:I don't either. (Takes bite of pancake)

Oh. My side! Classic. From the clever brain of a child comes Kris-fun for weeks.

Where the *#$% have I been?

2008-11-08T21:40:00.004-07:00

Have you missed me?

Let me tell ya, Strept sucks as an adult. Is it possible to have a TERRIBLE pain in your throat for over a week and be on antibiotics? Been there, still hurtin'.

Did a show today that actually kind of sucked. Met some wonderful fellow crafters/vendors, but the buyers were lacking. That's hard to take after you've nearly killed yourself getting ready...

(BTW, if there are any of you out there awaiting the arrival of your orders from SIS, I have been stuck in bed for a good week, and I'm the one that completes the first part of your items. Please do not hold Kourtney responsible for the delay. I caught a bug from an infected 9 year old at a 4th grade Halloween extravaganza.)

I'm planning on posting some awesome tales next week. Please check back and keep me in your favs. I love you all. Really. Promise.

Harlene, I could REALLY down an Iceburg Shake. It's been years... and thanks for saying you won't call me "mom". :)

xxoo, kris

Realistically Busy

2008-10-28T18:08:00.005-06:00

where have i been?

2 Open Houses

2 Katey~Kat b-day extravaganza's (Boo at the Zoo & a pumpkin walk with fam on Saturday. Today, 5 favorite friends over for her PeRFeCT PiXie PRiNCeSS PaRTy)

1 show we are preparing for~ it's this Saturday. BTW, all of you are invited...

1 Super Saturday we are doing 2 activities for

1 4th grade Halloween party (Yep. I'm heading this, too. Don't get me started on this educator... just signed up for this job on Friday-

still waiting for parent "I'll help!" slips to return.)

1 trip to NYC I would love to shop for, but if I want to pay for any food,

I must make do with my sad wardrobe.

1 2-day Craft Show the weekend before NYC trip- Hopefully, I'll earn some cash for chow in the big apple.

1 Bestie coming for a visit same weeked of craft show before I visit Letterman.

3 children who want to change costumes 3 days before we trick and treat!

1 husband who is needing some TLC.

Anyone wanna do lunch? I need some down time. No kids allowed.

And who ever comes, CANNOT call me "Mommy".

I've been Boo-ed?

2008-10-28T18:01:00.003-06:00

Tanja BOO-ED me!

How can this be? A lack of posting? No commentos to my besties in blog land?

(Actually, I am quite flattered.)

So here is how the Blogging Boo will go.

Go to as many friends as you want and tell them they've been "B00-ed". Have them link back to your blog to pick up their Halloween Treat (picture) and tell them to Boo their friends.

(Then put the pic in your side bar so everyone knows that you've already been "boo-ed and to send the pic to someone else.)

So be watching your comments to see if you get BOO-ED!

Miss October...

2008-10-23T16:00:00.005-06:00

...is a Pixie.

Her interests:

Fashionable. Fabulous. Fairylicious. Fun. And so NOT Flirty.

My baby is Four.

When she gets nervous, she mumbles softly, "My mommy." I think it's her mantra.

About an hour after she awakes, she tells me, " I forgot to give you a hug." Even though she didn't.

She knows the name of almost every tool in our garage. I've taught her everything I know.

Confidently tells me she can do just about everything better than I can. She gets her confidence from me.

Tucks her hair behind her ears and has since it was long enough to bug her... I love when she does this

Tells everyone what they can get her for Christmas and her birthday. How much heartache and stress would Joel avoid if I could do this, too?

Thank you, Katey..

For:

believing in fairies

telling me I'm pretty

loving your grandparents

adoring your daddy

hugging your brothers

and saying the word, "Actually..." it always puts me in my place.

xxoo, Mommy

Staples. More than just an office supply

2008-10-17T09:53:00.004-06:00

Jack whacked his head on a car door yesterday.

It stopped bleeding quickly, but the split was wide and deep.

2 staples later, his grey matter will remain in his noggin.

(um, can I tell you that it sounded just like the stapler you use at home?!?!? ick.)

Staples will be removed in 10 days... just shy of being gruesome for Halloween.

Realistically speaking, I think the bonk was beneficial for me.

I spotted Jack, emptying out the garbage and replacing the liner WITHOUT being asked

AND

He emptied the dishwasher, following up this amazing feat with washing and reloading the dingy dishes what were resting in the sink.

I am shell shocked.

(However, I think he's trying to earn some extra cash- little does he know, I'm only handing out extra heart stickers in my 'LOVE YOU Book'.)

I might have to open the car door into the rest of my family. The basement might get finished.

Kate's Way to Word

2008-10-15T22:12:00.004-06:00

So, I'm not exactly what happened, but some how, some way...
Jack "ripped one" in Luke's face.

I don't know.

I am not proud.

I am frightfully embarrassed to be writing this,

but what Katey said to me afterwards,

makes sharing this tale worth while.

Kate: Mom, don't be mad. Jack said it was an assident.
Classic.

Luke Spookum

2008-10-15T21:51:00.003-06:00

His nickname is Spook.

This was his first Halloween~ after trick or treating...

I keep this picture accessible- It gives me the giggles.

Here's to ya'll finding something that makes you giggle today!

Saying It Simply Boutique

2008-10-14T14:14:00.003-06:00

If you would like to recieve an invite and directions,

email us @ sayingitsimply@yahoo.com.

Natalie- Oh you just HAVE to adore Natalie.

2008-10-13T09:44:00.006-06:00

She writes beautifully.

She is profoundly talented as a jewelry artist.

(Oh Nat! I will share what you sent to us for our trade this week!

Forgive my forgetfulness, PLEASE!!!!!)

AND she has some super, spectacular GiVeaWaYs!

For Instance, she is giving this away:

"Kaboost" your young to great heights at the table! Your chair legs fit snuggly in and the Littles get to be a big kid w/out a booster or highchair!

Click on this pic to enter~

It ends on Sunday.... The 19th.

Better Be Quick! The clock is ticking down on this...

2008-10-13T01:07:00.004-06:00

Who doesn't want a new bag?

Duh!

You must help celebrate the launch of Hand Bag Planet and enter to win a bag of your own...

Feelin' lucky?

I am.

I want this for NYC.

Thanks, Jess!

Condolences via email

2008-10-12T11:41:00.003-06:00

So, we tossed around the idea, when I was waiting to give my prize winning informer a return call, that maybe they were calling to tell me that I DIDN'T win nuttin'.

Giggles follow the silly idea and we come to terms that I either will be receiving a $20 gift cert to The Training Table or I'm off to visit Dave in NYC....

They wouldn't let you know You DIDN'T win...

Oh yeah?

Wil just opened his email and was shocked to see this:

Yep. That's me he was just told about.

I won! I won! I won!

Training Table, Anyone?

2008-10-10T09:50:00.006-06:00

Didn't feel like cooking a meal last night, so I suggested we hit up an eating establishment.

Kate wanted Chili's.

Luke promoted the deliciousness of DQ

Jack was salivating for Red Robin.

Wil and I contemplated Olive Garden...

We drove past all suggestions and ended up in the parking lot at Training Table.

(Haven't been in over a year.)

Oh yeah, an order of cheese fries and the ULTIMATE dipping sauce.

Played rousing rounds of 20Q.

Had us some Thumb Wars~ Wil reigns supreme.

Realistically, a great nite out with my fam.

When we returned to the Hideout, (aka our home), noticed a message on the machine. An employee for a local news station had left a message for MOI, regarding my entry in a GiVeaWaY they were co-sponsoring with....

dun, dun, dunnnnnnn...

THE TRAINING TABLE.

(Oh yeah. Destiny? Fate?)

Found out this morning, That little ol' me and my Wil, are headed to

New York to see Letterman!!!!

Holy *$%^!!!!

I am reeling!!!

I have the luck of the Irish~ And I am not Irish.

I'll tell Dave, "Hi" for you.

AND... I think I recently heard that

My Ty

(Hello, Ty.)

has an apartment in NYC.

I think I'll go sit on his stoop.

I Really Damaged Her Today

2008-10-09T17:20:00.005-06:00

Picture it, 9 a.m. and Katey and I are

desperately trying to get ready for preschool in 15 mins.

She's Dressed.

She's brushed her teeth.

I combed her hair.

Ran to Kourt's car with a baggie of cereal and a cup of juice.

In the midst of our chaos, I grabbed an "E" word show and tell.

When she returns from E-day, I inquire about preschool:

Kate (scowling)-It was fine. Except show and tell.

Me- What was wrong with what you took? Didn't it start with the letter of the day?

Kate~eyebrows drawn together - Yes. But all of the other kids took toys.

Pondering her look, I picture Show and Tell......

kid #1-This is my Elephant.

kid #2-This is my Elephant.

kid #3-This is my Elephant.

kid #4-This is my Elephant.

Kate's Cousin #5- These are my Elmo Books.

Prepare yourselves.

Kate #6-This is my Egg Slicer.

kid #7-This is my Elephant.
kid #8-This is my Elephant.
kid #9-This is my Elephant.
kid #10-This is my Elephant.

Kate back to me (with a sigh)-It wasn't a toy. Nobody knew what it was.
Me- Well, don't we like to cook.

Kate- I guess so. But it wasn't a toy.

We have show and tell for Tuesday ready to go.

I hope she forgets the mortification she is portraying at the age of 3.

REALLY gross!!!

2008-10-09T17:11:00.007-06:00

Have you ever thought about what you are putting in your hair?

I was wandering the favorites on http://www.snopes.com/

for some amusement and came across this from Nov. 2007:

Sorry if you've seen it before..... Sorry if you're seeing it again!

http://www.snopes.com/medical/toxins/hairband.asp

Don't believe me, check it out for yourself.

I'll never say "RUBBER BAND" the same way.

xxoo, kris!

Really Fun

2008-10-07T22:18:00.007-06:00

Took my kids to a quaint Pumpkin Patch last year. Can't take credit for this idea, Kourtney is the brains behind all of my kids adventures. Thank Heaven for Aunt Kookie!

Realistically, had to buy our pumps, but after a morning of running around, how could we say NO?

Everything else was FREE!!!

(that is my fav 4 letter word)

Realistically, I feared lice for a moment here.

Realistically, RIP~ Relentless. Impatient. Persistent.

Realistically, Jack could see over. He's a cheater.

I'm sure we'll be heading out there soon. Anyone feel like driving ALL THE WAY UP here and spend a morning with us? We could bombard Mickey D's after for a late breakfast/early lunch...

Tempting, isn't it?

I am a Villian

2008-10-06T19:12:00.003-06:00

Had myself a dream where I had power.

(I freakin' love the show Heroes. Just a little Kris tidbit)

I could manipulate glass. Odd. I've never thought of changing glass into various forms before. This could have resulted in recently breaking a favorite vase.

But I did not work along side the good guys.

I was a Villian.

However, reality even strikes me in the dream world.

I wasn't a main character.

I was a stooge ~ A lacky ~ A sidekick.

I only performed bit parts.

I think I was filler in my very own subconscience.

What could this mean?

Realistic Confirmations in the Affirmative

2008-10-06T18:54:00.003-06:00

I decided Saturday night I say "NO" too often. I decided I would attempt to answer in the affirmative all day Sunday while speaking with my family.

I had to get creative.

Kate: Mom is ok to eat boogers?
Me: Sure Katey. But you have to eat everyone's.

Luke: Mom can I get a new video game?
Me: Of course. But you must trade in 4 other games.

Jack: Mom, will you make muffins for breakfast.
Me: Why not?!?! But you have to help and do the dishes.

Wil: Honey....?
Me: Giddyup. But later, OK?

I love the word "BUT." It helped me survive my Affirmative Sunday. Surprisingly, the fam was super happy. I actually felt like my day sailed.

My Black Magic

2008-10-06T10:59:00.004-06:00

Thank you, Dollar Store.

Red Roses, Red Tulips, Some Fall Foliage, White Lilies and small twisted accent twigs ~ All spray painted black.

That's how I made My Black Magic.

Before I painted, Joel thought it should be hanging above a geriatric mantle.

I borrowed the Trick or Treat sign from SIS.

Still need to find an appropriate ribbon, but I think Martha might be calling with an offer soon.

Bootatoes

2008-10-03T13:09:00.003-06:00

Feel like spooking up dinner?

Any extra time just lying around?

My super BFF Martha does. She invited me over for dinner and since she knows me so well, knew I'd scoff at sweet potatoes, but I couldn't balk at PUMPKIN shaped Sweet potatoes.

We've moved past the "Open your Hanger, the airplane is coming in for landing" I caught on to that bit just over two months ago. Now, desperately wanting me to get the nutrition I need, she invites me to din din donned with food people, shapes and frivolous fun.

Here's to any new food shapes you can come up with.

(Really?!?!? Mashed Bootatoes? For the Love! I'll probably try it.)

I can milk an injury

2008-10-02T22:46:00.005-06:00

The pain: it subsides. The housework: it grows. The hubby: neglected. The kids: inquire if I am medicated. The Blog: it suffers.

I am almost back to normal. Well, almost. I can milk an injury, but I sure get sick of it when it's REALLY real. I have had it with the dental junk.

Tomorrow:
I am decorating. Bring on the witchey-ness of Halloween. I am feeling the spells within me.

I am filling orders. ~ oh, did I share the fabulous info that we made our very first Etsy sale within 12 hours of the launch? Fabulous.

I am commenting on my favorite blogs. I will try to get to all of you, but there are MANY Faves.

I am sewing. Got the shopping bug as the dental bills grew. Bought new bedding and some fabric. Curtains and pillows will be finished if I h it.ave anything to say about it.

*By the way, my BFF Martha must have known that I am in the pillow making

process, because she just emailed me with this idea. I think I'll try a fancy pillow.

I am weeding. Not sure which kind yet. Could be the yard, could be junk, could be vinyl. I'll let you know.

This is WAY above my lowered bar, but I have definitely fallen behind.
What are you doing on Friday? Please tell me it's more fun than my to do list.
AND are you dressing up for Halloween? I am.

Hey, has anyone been to Gardner Village recently? Just want to know if there is anything new and fun to see.

Better enter and quick.

2008-10-01T15:44:00.002-06:00

It's only going on until the 6th. And prize is a SuRPRiSe. Isn't that fun?!?!?

Amy is tres chic. Tres fab. Go enter where she dabbles in

"A Little of This and A Little of That"

A TRUE friend.

2008-10-01T08:00:00.005-06:00

A true friend will look at your hair and ask,
"Why did you do this?"

She will plainly state,
"You are a blond. Your natural blond looks like dirty dishwater, but regardless, you are a blond."

Then she notices the cut. She will say,
"Whoever cut your hair didn't know a thing about layering. It looks terrible."

When you say you wanted to simplify your life by making your hair an easier task, she will inform you,
"You want your hair to look good, don't you? You need to style it and use products. Otherwise, grow it out, put in braids and go along with your new granola-self."

If you are as lucky as I am, this TRUE friend will be a hair dresser. She will take you into her home salon (Which was Tres Chic) and spend her Sunday afternoon weaving, trimming, styling and shooting the bull.

I have this friend. Her name is April.

She lives in St. George.
She does hair on Tuesday and Thursday.
If you need someone to tell it to you straight, she's your girl.
Isn't she gorgeous?!?!?!?

What the?

2008-10-01T07:47:00.003-06:00

Had me another root canal yesterday. I think I'm going to die. I am living in own little personal dental hell. Oh the pain!

Can't sleep. Can't eat. Can't talk. Can't yawn. Can't yell. So, I have begun to sew throw pillows. That's my kind of therapy.

Does anyone want 3 extra kids today?

They are very bored with their sick mom. They know how to unload the dishwasher.

They mind their manners.

Jack likes to cook. (Toast, anyone?)

Luke enjoys telling you that you look pretty (even when you KNOW you don't).

Katey loves to paint your toenails. (You'll never feel prettier)

Email me with inquiries. Sincerely, Canal Kris