Busy Weekend turning into a Busy Week!
Well, this weekend was packed. We had all six of our kids for the weekend (his 3 and my 3), and I have tons of housework to do! I got some done this weekend, but it seemed like I spent most of my weekend cooking and shopping for groceries! I hate it when my days are based on what meal is coming up next! I didn’t get nearly enough done on the house. I tackled the majority of the laundry, but I’ll still be doing more around my work schedule the next couple of days. We had two bed wetting episodes this weekend with the girls. They are much too old for those things, but I guess it happens. I’m pretty frustrated today. I was pretty short with my daughter over her wetting the bed which I shouldn’t have been. I don’t know what the issues are with her, but I guess I should be a little bit more patient. It just seems like it was attention grabbing thing or something. My step-daughter had wet the bed the night before, so it was unusual timing. It made for a pretty rotten Monday morning anyway.
So kids were a little on the irritating side this weekend. I am sure it was more to do with me than them. I have a lot I wanted to get done this weekend, and it doesn’t seem like the list shortened by very much! It just made my prego mood swings all that much worse. Hubby, of course wasn’t really in a highly motivated mood either. He has put in two very long weeks at work, and was wanting a little R&R. I can’t blame him, but the timing was a little difficult for me to handle!!
I was supposed to make it back to the gym on a regular basis, but I just don’t think it is happening! The time is slipping by, and I’m still not going on a regular basis! I’m hoping after the holiday is over, I will again find a normal schedule! I can hope I suppose! I hate to put it off! I really do! I feel like every day I put it off, is one day closer to me just giving up on ever making it! I know it isn’t true this time, but it gives me that feeling every day I don’t make it to the gym! I do know that I probably won’t make it this week though. I have some serious housework to finish up before my sister gets into town. I also have some minor shopping I was wanting to get done before Thursday. Looking at my schedule this week, I need to make reasonable expectations of myself. I think my exercise this week is going to be walking the dog. I think I can commit to that without feeling completely overwhelmed! Even a short walk in the evening with her will improve my moods I think. I just need to realize how much better I feel when I get it done!
I’m not stressing about the food this year. We are eating thanksgiving dinner at a really nice restraunt this year instead of cooking. That means there will be only ONE meal for the holiday. No leftovers, no going back all afternoon for treats. One time shot. I think I can behave rather nicely for ONE meal! 
I actually think it will be really nice! We won’t have to worry about the cooking or the clean up! Fantastic!
I have been struggling to find fresh fruits and veggies that interest me lately. I blame it on the season change. It is so depressing to shop for fresh stuff this time of the year. I go and look and come out empty handed! The only things that look good right now are the apples. My mom told me about an apple called Honey Crisp. They are way over priced and difficult to find, but they are wonderful! If anyone else is having a hard time finding stuff this time of the year to tickle your fancy, you might want to try them. Try not to cry when you see the sticker price on them! I am not a dishonest person, but it crossed my mind to do a little produce sticker swap when I saw how much they cost! OMG! I didn’t, but it crossed my mind!! 
Bad me!
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You’re so cute, Beebee - I think I’ve often had that same thought in the fruit section myself LOL~ One time I almost ate the sticker right off! (hee, hee!)
Sounds like you’d had a weekend and a half, but I tell you what girl, sounds like you handled everything that was happening really well. =) I’m not a mother myself, so I can only imagine how much work that is, especially with being pregnant too. Keep up the good work, those kids are lucky to have you. Have a wonderful thanksgiving and thanks for being my friend, and special buddy. I look forward to more encouraging words from you throughout the holiday season =)
Smiles and hugs,
Jen Jen
Beebee, try to pace yourself if you can cuz remember you are doing things for two now ! Sounds like you’ll have a great Thanksgivng Day ! And as for the kids , how in the world did you deal with 6 kids ???? Have a Great Week & Thanksgiving ! Kimmi
Six kids….WOW…three is a handful for me. I give you lots of credit for even having kept your house in one piece. I hate that i clean and in a matter of hours it is a mess. I have learned to harp…I am a harping mother. I get so tired of doing it all. The kids are making there own sticker charts right now from doing chores. I found it works to get them excited to do what they are assigned. We do a family activity when the charts are full.
LOL Good for you for staying honest! I completely understand when it comes to shopping for the fruits. The oranges are yuck this time of year in Texas. I absolutely LOVE munching on fresh cherries though, and this time of year, even though they are expensive, I will pay the price. They are my FAV fruit and I don’t find them year round.
I think cutting down on the stress by not going to the gym this week is a good idea, but please do try to get that walking in. You can’t put everything else in front and not give some time to yourself, k? The walking the dog will do you some good, not only in burning calories, but in the stress department too. Tell husband “I said” that I understand he needs the R&R, but to step up to the plate and help out. hehe…
Huggggggggggs,
Shan
What a weekend you’ve had girl! You held up very well. Just trying to manage 6 kids is enough, let alone a husband, AND being pregnant. I’m proud of you…you are stronger then you think!!
I agree with Shanna, take the dog for a walk…the dog will love ya and you’ll feel so much better! I say “some exercise is better then NO exercise”
Do you like fresh pineapple? I do and its pretty reasonable. We have it at least once a week.
Michigan is apple country and the honeycrisp variety is really popular here. Oranges are tasteless like Texas….so how about grapes?
Enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner out this year, I’m going to think about doing that next year!!
Honeycrisp are my favorite apples. I bought a huge bag when I was in Wisconsin in October and munched them right down. DELISH. I am a berry person myself so this is a tough time of year for me. Bananas always work. I’m sorry you’re struggling with all this stuff. Just feed that baby good and I know you’ll both be super healthy at the end of this ride! Have a great Thanksgiving - I’ve done that once (gone out to dinner) and it was very special. Never thought about it in terms of the leftover factor - perfection! Ellen
Sounds like you had a full weekend. 6 children would be hard to manage. I hope things calm down for you this week! Good luck getting to the gym.