So we had planned to leave for the city yesterday and then head back today – but nope we didn’t go – because the rain came – and I didn’t want PB to drive in the rain – scary. But yes – we wanted to start shopping for xmas gift now – else we would not get what we want for the people we want to share Christmas with. I know you must be saying – Christmas shopping already??? but if you know us – and how busy we get during Christmas time – there is just no way to get out to the city when it draws nearer to Christmas. We were so busy – that when I was having Chloe in December some 6 year ago – I wished we could postponed the delivery date – hahahah!!! So yes! we are going to attempt to go up the city again soon – Christmas shopping this year – is going to be early !
Chloe & Her Binoculars
Last weekend – Chloe decided she wants to be Indiana Jones and do some exploring and also bird-watching. So when she was at her Grammie’s on Saturday – she and Aunt Helena went bird watching. She must have been using her binoculars a lot because she came back with right patches under her both eyes. She said she had so much fun – that on Sunday – she wanted to go again to her Grammie’s instead of the baby shower with me. But she also told me – she wants the same ncstar binoculars that her grampie has – and not a toy one. She said she prefers her grampie’s binoculars – because she can see better with them. hhahah!! So we told her to write to Santa about it – after all Christmas isn’t too far.
The Man & His Gadgets
PB decided that he would get an iphone this time since his cellphone’s contract is ending soon. Why he needs an iphone? he said it’s easier when we need to be out of town for a short while – we don’t need to bring our netbook – we can use the iphone to check our emails and go online. Killing two birds with one stone – so he said – plus it didn’t cost him an extra – just another 3 years contract – which he normally does anyways – no lost to him – he said. But with this new iphone – he will be getting an iphone warranty because knowing him – he may just break the glass screen from sitting on it – when he forgets to take it out of his pocket. I’m kinda excited to see the iphone too – after all, it’s a new gadget for me too – hehe!
She Wants To Be Mrs Robin Hood
Last night – PB and Chloe watched Man in Tights – yes ! the older version of Robin Hood while they were having supper together in the tv room. So Chloe decided that she wants to be Mrs Robin Hood for Halloween this year – muahhahaha!! too funny!! she told us last night that we have to get her a hat with feathers on it and also some green tights and green cape today. So yes – now I have to look for a Mrs Robin Hood costume and a few infant halloween costumes for the friend’s kids. I love those cute infant costumes – they are just too cute and once again – I wished we had dressed chloe up for Halloween when she was an infant. We didn’t because we were stuck in the store working when she was younger. But Chloe loves Halloween so much – not only the collecting of treats but the giving them out too. She told us this year – we have to have a bowl of treats and that we are to direct all kids to her – when they come knocking at the store.
Preparing For Winter Already
Yes! we have to start preparing for winter already – even though officially – winter doesn’t start till December – but sometimes ours start as early as October. One year – when we weren’t expecting it – we had a snowstorm in late October – yes that suxs! big time! so now we are always ahead of time – and this year we are looking at getting the electric fireplace insert replacing our gas log. Why? it’s a lot cleaner that’s for sure – and also we hear it’s a lot cheaper to run the electric fireplace with the insert. I can’t wait to see how it works and see how much savings we are going to get from it – but i’ll be sure to let everyone know. Anyone out there using electric fireplace – you check it out too.
The Fall Brings Lots Of Rain
The fall brings lots of rain here and rain boots is a must for everyone – especially the kids. Lucky for me – Chloe loves wearing her rain boots – in fact if she could wear it everyday – she would. It was wet this morning from yesterday’s rain – but because today is photo day for school – she was really torn in between wearing a pretty shoe and her rain boots. As you can see – she chose her rain boots instead – the wind was also cold this morning – so she had her gloves on as well. I guess rain is better than snow – I’ll take the rain anytime – just no hurricane please.
Sleeping Very Important To Diabetics!
Yes! sleeping – a lot of it – is very important to someone like myself – being a diabetic and all. I tell PB all the time – because I can’t sleep well – if he doesn’t get to bed and by the time he does – he wakes me up and I tend to have a hard time falling back to sleep. I toss and turn the whole night – and I get really upset because I know I need to sleep bad! Anyhow, PB said he is going to try looking for some natural sleeping aids for me – that way – I don’t feel so stress up about trying to get enough rest. And for those who can’t find me online after midnight these day – that’s because I need to be in bed by then – for I have to be up at 7am for Chloe to go to school. I’m not missing – just want to be healthy and get enough rest.
Teenagers & Acne
I was a very lucky teenager that didn’t need any acne serum when i was young, unfortunately, my brothers – well – they were different – they needed a lot of help. But some 30 years ago – we didn’t think of seeing a dermatologist or any doctor – we thought that it would go away – when they grew older. Well, now they have scars on their faces – which isn’t good at all – luckily they are guys. So when PB’s cousin – a girl had the same problems – we looked into some good acne serum to find the best one for her. You know it’s not easy being a teenager – and having to deal with acne can be even harder. So I had helped them read up more on what to get – afterall, I have a daughter too – and Chloe will be a teenager too – i’m keeping my fingers crossed – but you never know eh.
Tech Savvy Kids
Kids are so smart these days – I wonder where they get their smartness from. A friend of Chloe’s came by the store the other day after reading some desktop computer reviews, for they were thinking of getting a computer for their kids too. So knowing that Chloe has one at home too – they had come by to ask our opinion/s about what to get for theirs.
PC or desktops are quite the common thing at anyone’s home – Chloe had her own computer because we didn’t want to share ours with her. And I’m sure a lot of parents out there too – bring their work home and is understandable. Now what you put inside the computer or how much you want to spend on it – depends on how old your kid is. These day – you can get a computer for less than $400 – but of course, if you have an older kid – who is into gaming or forsee that – then you should plan ahead and get one that is upgradable. The rams and hard-drive also depends on what the kid/s wants to do with their computer – do they watch movies or download music – or do they need a burner for school work. The younger the kid – the less you should spend – and if you were anything like us – we would get a used one or a re-furbished one. Chloe’s computer came with parts that were used – only the computer’s case was new. So there – you have it from a el cheapo mom.
Upgrading Home & Store
It had been a really busy summer for us – in fact – so busy I had to cancel my pedicure a few times now in the last 2 months. The store is doing some revamping with new fixtures and our home ? we are getting our patio all fixed up with mosquito nets – so that we can enjoy sitting outside without the buzzing of mosquitoes and bugs. The zapper that we had bought a few years ago – didn’t seems to help – so I told PB that we really needed to get the mosquito nets up. Afterall, what is good with having a patio and a golf course for scenery when one don’t get to enjoy it. So off we went looking for some Baldwin hardware for door knobs and other accessories. As for the store – we got new fixtures for the movies and games and cabinets as well. The store is beginning to look “proper” now and most of the handmade shelving by PB were taken down. I think he is a little nostalgic about them – hahahha!! for they had followed him for 11 yrs now. So yes! if i haven’t answered your emails or gone on Facebook – it’s because we are busy running around looking and shopping for stuff to fix up our house and store.