Synchronization Of Us

Still Moved

2009-01-11T12:55:00.000Z

Reposting address so it will link this time, see you there Synchronization Of Us

Driving Secrets

2008-01-07T20:45:00.000Z

I admit that i am not a driver, a license is something i would love but at the moment is just not possible.
My husband drives and along with out main mode of transport its also our livelihood. He is a full time student who delivers Pizza in the evenings and weekends, without a car he would certainly lose his job and us much needed income .

That's why http://www.uk-driving-secrets.com/ looks like such a worth while purchase, through the book you can learn how to escape speeding tickets, cancel parking tickets , secret legal loopholes and much more.
There is nothing illegal contained in the book, it just brings to light many hidden secrets that everybody on the roads should know

If you are wanting to protect you license please check out the site today

Web Site Downloader

2008-01-07T19:28:00.000Z

One year ago next month i started this blog, in that time my children have grown and changed in amazing ways. Memories are recorded over and over again and to lose the blog would be devastating.

A few months ago i looked into downloading the blog to save to my hard drive and possibly print out but the few options i found were over complicated or cost a fortune.

Thats why im thrilled to come across http://www.web-site-downloader.com/ , for one simple payment of $16.95 (which is a one time payment) the entire website INCLUDING images and videos are downloaded to my harddrive.

Watching the video demo and looking at the screen shots it looks incredibly simple to do , so if anyone is looking to copy website i would really recommend checking out this site.

Moved

2008-01-05T19:13:00.000Z

Hiya , just in case anyone is still checking here. Main blog is now at http://synchronizationofus.com/

Weight Loss

2008-01-05T19:02:00.000Z

Like many people im needing to lose a couple of leftover pregnancy pounds, i have worked my way through diet after diet and im still around 30lbs away from my goal.

I have recently discovered this wonderful looking weight loss program known as the Magnetic Diet.
Calling it a diet does not seem to cover all basis, it appears to focus on using the correct combinations of food to not just improve your weight but also general health and well being.

If your looking for a diet plan that will improve every area of your life then Magnetic Diet looks to be the way to go.

Poor Credit?

2008-01-04T21:19:00.000Z

When my husband and i first moved into our first home we were both working and bringing in a decent income, we purchased alot of items on credit which at the time was completely affordable.

Things changed when i fell pregnant and decided to become a stay at home mum, much at the same time DH had to cut down his work hours to deal with his studies. Most months we struggled to make repayments and were having to decided between paying essential bills and non essential.

Finally after much discussion we felt our options came down to selling our home or taking a secured loan to consolidate our debts .
The secured loan seemed like the best option but we honestly had no idea about the journey we were setting on . Looking at our income piece by piece it was not that bad , it was made up for Part-Time wages, Child/Working Tax Credits, Child Benefit and Various Student benefits including Loans . We quickly found that every place we contacted would only take in to account Part-Time wages which reduced our income by about a 1/4.

How i wish i came across these bad credit mortgages at the time, they offer wonderful services including re-mortgaging and the option that would of really helped at the time a section about Part-Time wages and tax credits.
If at some point in the near future we find ourself needing money help Berkley Vittoria will definitely be my first stop.

Casino Party

2008-01-04T20:54:00.000Z

I have also been curious when it comes to online gambling, now and then had a go and blackjack on a random website.
I am typically a cautious person though and im never sure about the reliability of some of these site, as with any online place how can you be sure the site it legitimate.

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A look through there links and guides reveal a wonderful place to start, not only do you feel the sites are trustworthy they also detail the various rewards available when you sign up.

I can safely say what my plans for the rest of the evening are

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Out With Old...

2008-01-01T20:08:00.000Z

To start with i would love to say Happy New Year to all my bloggy friends, may the next year be filled with much happiness and joy.

I normally find the start of a new year the perfect time for a fresh start, today that is coming is me making the move from blogger to wordpress. So please will you update your links and follow me to my new home

Hope to see your there :)

Why?

2007-12-29T01:28:00.001Z

Why is it 1.28am in the morning and im on the computer instead of curled up in bed.
Blame of my youngest daughter currently scribbling on the black board and my eldest looking through a recipe book!!!!!!!!!!!!! . I sware i have no idea whats up with both the girls refusing to sleep the past few weeks, i just know its going to be about 4/5 before they go back down.

Of course DH is in bed sound asleep, refused both my suggestion of maybe getting up with them in the morning (he can't as he is working that day, at the very early time of 4 PM) or him staying up with them and me going to bed (he cannot face it tonight as he is to tired WHAT - I HAVE BEEN DOING THIS MORE OR LESS EVERY NIGHT FOR TWO WEEKS. IT DOES NOT MATTER HOW TIRED I AM I JUST HAVE TO DO IT)

Ok im going to stop writing , im beyond angry at DH and so frustrated with the girls. Im exhausted and down right miserable, lets hope the new year brings some sleep.

Christmas Pictures

2007-12-27T19:25:00.000Z

Photo and video editing at www.OneTrueMedia.com

Ups, Downs and Upsy Daisys

2007-12-27T18:46:00.000Z

What a few days, Christmas is thankfully over for another year. Its been a stressful time to be honest, neither girl has been 100% (although thankfully Rebecca was not sick again Christmas day) .
Yesterday i spent most of the day being sick, DH took the girls to Boxing Day dinner at MILs house and i stayed home and slept - today of course DH and the extended family (mum, dad , BIL etc...) are all ill.

Glossing over all that, in the gift front we were all spoilt. Some of my fave gifts were a gift certificate for a Health Spa (full body massage here i come) , a shopping voucher for much needed new clothes and a foot spa from DH.
The girls got way to much, please tell me in not the only one whose home looked like this afterwards

Whats good is alot of the stuff Rebecca got are the next stage up, a toy kitchen with ironing board (she loved pretend ironing) and an art set with blackboard and white bored. Mind you i think her favorite present has to be the Upsy Daisy and Iggle Piggle (from In The Night Garden) soft toys she got from my sister. She is just in love with these characters.

During Eilidhs nap today we had such fun playing with some of her art sets, she got this fun stamping set that was messy but she loved

She also made me this lovely picture frame

And just cause i love it , just before leaving for my parents Christmas day Eilidh threw such a tantrum (i think because we were taking to long). i love how Rebecca just stands and watches

Great

2007-12-25T08:49:00.001Z

Rebecca just threw up everywhere, its going to be a long day

Happy Christmas

2007-12-25T08:26:00.000Z

Happy Christmas to all my readers.

Its 8.26am here and the kids are just eating breakfast, our morning problem was sorted by Eilidh waking at the same time as her sister - even if she was not to impressed at being made to open presents rather than get milk and back to bed.
Rebecca loved the gift opening , the smile on her face through out the whole thing was priceless.

Lovely gifts were received by all, im just waiting for a lovely cooked breakfast before we all head for naptime (another rough night, Eilidh was up being sick most of it) .

Hope everyone has a wonderful day and Christmas wishes

Craig, Laura , Rebecca and Eilidh xxxxxxx

Pics Again

2007-12-21T19:35:00.001Z

Check out the boring layout, the last one was just annoying me and i cannot seem to find anything i like. Going to switch to Wordpress in a few weeks when im happy with that layout. Now some pictures from the last few days

MIA

2007-12-20T10:54:00.001Z

Its been a crazy couple of days, Eilidh is still not right and Rebecca is ill to. Nighttimes have been a mess and mornings are getting later and later (around 9am most days) , naptimes are all over the place.
Both kids are napping just now and i grabbing the chance to catch up on computer stuff, just when i managed to catch up on blog posts this happens and i get so behind again. Please send us your best wishes that everyone will be fine for Christmas day.

Tis The Season

2007-12-16T10:17:00.000Z

Looks like i may finally be getting into the Christmas spirt, i have been trying honestly.
Our Christmas tree is up but still mostly naked (except for an ornament Rebecca made at playgroup, some decorations Courtney made and some paper chains the girls made with my mum), Shopping is just about complete (and i got a great deal on a couple of gifts ordered online but cannot say much about it till after Christmas, Hi Mum :) )
Eilidh seems to be on the mend and DHs workload is getting a little better, Rebecca is full of joy and im getting so excited about seeing her fave on Christmas morning.

Our problem is how to handle Christmas morning, Rebecca is normally up a few hours before Eilidh. We don't want to wake Eilidh early but also doubt Rebecca can wait to open presents, we can only hope for Becs to sleep in that day.

Sweet Moment Gone Wrong

2007-12-15T20:42:00.000Z

For the second time this evening Eilidh starts crying in her cot, i walk in the room to get her.
She is lying in the middle of her bed surrounded by cuddly toys, the night light casts a soft pink glow and i can just make out her features. She is crying but stops when i enter and so clearly says

"love you"

Its an emotional moment and i can almost feel the tears when she decides to finish her sentence

"daddy"

The Set Back

2007-12-15T18:42:00.000Z

Its been such a hard few days, Eilidh has been ill yet again and it turns out its a throat infection. Was it the same thing she had last weekend? She also got two top teeth through this morning so i guess adding it all together can explain the non stop screaming and no sleeping.
The antibiotics seem to be doing the trick, she slept into 10am this morning then took a 2 hour long nap and was sleeping again for 6pm . In a much much better mood to.

Short but sweet tonight, Rebecca has not napped today as she was out with Nana and Papa at a Christmas puppet show and is shattered but refusing bed as In The Night Garden is on

Recipe For Disaster

2007-12-13T09:37:00.000Z

I have a feeling its going to be one of those days.

Its currently 9.37am and lets see

- I have been up for around 4 and 1/2 hours
- Was sitting with both girls having toast and "tea" at 5am
- Spent about 30 minutes dealing with screaming Eilidh around 6am before finally putting her in her cot and walking away for a few moments (i needed to calm myself).She feel asleep after a minute or to
- Cleaned the hallway and bathroom twice, picked up the back table THREE times.
- Yelled at Rebecca for throwing her cereal on the floor twice and thinking it was funny to roll grapes everywhere
- Changed Rebeccas outfit for a third time as she peed on the first one and dumped a bucket of water on the other

And of course DH threw me a curveball by saying he wouldn't be home till 6 tonight( normally home at 2 on Thursday) and im facing a long day at home with the girls. Just hope things improve

An Interview

2007-12-12T09:58:00.000Z

A few weeks ago i was given some interview questions by Isil fromVeggie Way. Im so sorry it took so long to get around to , who would think that two toddlers would keep me so busy?

1)What thing about being a mum has surprised you the most since your dear daugthers' birth?
There have been so many things, the overwhelming feeling of love and how protective i am of them. The constant fear of something happening to them and the amazing joy that can be found in there simple smiles. I guess one of the most surprising things for me was the type of parent i am, i never planned to co-sleep or breastfeed this long but just sort of fell into it as i felt it was best for my girls.

2)How do you find the environment in your town in terms of APing? Can you find like minded friends or do you feel lonely?
For the most part i do feel kinda lonely ,i cannot seem to find a local mums group (even non-ap) that i enjoy going to. There is one by the National Childbirth Trust i would love to starting going to but its on a Thursday morning during nap time and its at least an hour walk there . Most parents i meet have not breastfeed and are completely mainstream.
I do go to a local breastfeeding support group which i love, there are a few regulars and both of them breastfed till there children were two and a 1/2 and i just love that they get that part of me. I hate my shyness though and would love to invite them for lunch or play date.
I would say though that my town is very un-ap, most people seem more interested in partying and drinking than raising there child.

3)What little known fact about yourself would surprise your readers?
Not sure i think i have reveled most stuff im willing to reveal already but i guess going with the AP theme was i always swore i would never co-sleep and was so against it. These days im so against formula but when pregnant with Rebecca i planned to breastfeed and formula feed. Before Rebecca was on solids i had never cooked a meal before, i hated it and these days only cook because "forced"

4)What is your favourite activity when you are not mothering two kidlets?
I love long hot baths with a good book, i adore concerts or live shows and going for long leisurely meals out . And of course right now the kids are sleeping and im doing one of my fave things blogging :)

5)Let's say you are going to be stranded with your family on a deserted island for 90 days.What 3 things would you take with you and why?
Hard one, my camera for sure to capture every moment (with a big big memory card and lifelong batteries)
Books or games to give some sort of actives (maybe Monopoly for DH and i to play when the kids are sleeping)
Blankets - I don't care how warm it is i love to snuggle under a blanket night and day.

Enjoy :)

Please include this in your post:

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them five questions.

On The Mend

2007-12-11T10:42:00.000Z

Its been a tiring few days, after writing my last message Eilidh woke again screaming and so unhappy.
When DH got home he wanted to phone NHS 24 (basically out of hours doctors) for advice, i guess at that point i was worried to between the constant screaming, fever and lack of fluids. The doctor we spoke to recommended bringing her in for a check up.
So 12 o'clock Sunday night DH had to get out of bed and take Eilidh to the hospital (i hated not being able to go, but as DH drives and i don't it made sense).

The verdict? A mystery virus apparently, maybe teething but to honest the doctor seemed as clueless as we are. We were just to keep an eye out for rashes and try to force the fluid issue.
A horrible night followed with her barely sleeping, she would wake and cry in what seemed like a 10 minute cycle. Around 5am i put her in her cot and she slept for a few hours (i so wish i tried putting her down before, i forget that Eilidh sleeps alone by choice).

Yesterday she was so much better and almost her old self, still not eating or drinking loads but she seemed happy enough mostly. Ok she was a nightmare around dinner time but that was more to do with being so tired (no afternoon nap) . Last night she slept wonderfully , going from 6.30pm - 7.30am with no wakings. I was completely grateful and slept like a log myself.

Today she is now in her cot telling stories to her stuffed animals and banging the wall.

Unwell

2007-12-09T18:20:00.000Z

Poor Eilidh is unwell and its been so upsetting.

I noticed yesterday she had a bit of a temp but she seemed fine, she eat dinner but not nearly as much as normal then fed and went to bed fine.
Around 10pm she woke for the first time and the night from hell pretty much followed, DH tried his best to help but i spent most of the night curled up on the sofa with her.
She would sleep then wake every 30 minutes or so , when awake she would just scream till she passed out about 10-15 minutes later. Poor think couldn't sleep in her cot but hated being in my arms to.

She has been up and down today, to much of the day has been spent with her crying and the other part just curled up to me sucking her thumb. She is off her food (such a rarity for Eilidh)and even more worrying not taking much liquid either (not breast milk ,water or juice). There is no obvious signs of her being in pain somewhere in particular , it may be teeth as the top 2 are scarily swollen but who knows. All i feel is she is screaming in pain and not taking fluids so if not better by tomorrow will be making a trip to the doctors.

Wish us well vibes (and some sleep to)

Pics

2007-12-08T19:41:00.001Z

Not posted any pics in what seems like forever so here you go :)

Helping With The Washing

Playing In The Den

Playing The Computer

Home From Picking Courtney Up (And A Little Puddle Jump)

Wearing Rebeccas Shoes

Today

2007-12-08T19:28:00.000Z

Today was a special day for Rebecca as she got to go to her first Pantomime. Pantomimes are such a Christmas tradition in the UK and are just such wonderful ways to pass a couple of hours.
Each year my dads work pays for the workers children to go to one and this year my mum bravely took Rebecca along with Courtney, according to my mum she was a complete angel and had a wonderful time.
Im *so* looking forward to next Christmas when both children will be old enough to go and DH and i can make it into our own tradition.

Eilidh and i got to spend the afternoon together which was lovely , sure we have the time while Rebecca is at playgroup but this was a whole 5 hours of us time.
Do you know what i realized? Having two children is MUCH easier than one.
Im not sure how parents with one child do it, i had to constantly entertain Eilidh, i couldn't do much of anything as she wanted all my attention. It made me realize just how much Rebecca and Eilidh play together these days (and poor Eilidh did miss her sister, cried for about 20 minutes at one point shouting for her)

Bah Humbug

2007-12-07T09:49:00.000Z

Is anyone else so not getting into the Christmas spirt this year? . Im looking at the date and its weeks away - what ever happened to the 12 days of Christmas?

I guess its everything, we have to buy new decorations and tree this year and haven't even started with the present buying. As always money is tight and im slightly panicking over being able to afford anything. It was not even December yet and i was already fed up with the whole thing.

Its not that im not looking forward to it, i cannot wait to get up Christmas morning and see the girls open the presents. I get hungry just thinking about the dinner and look forward to spending the evening in front of the tv with hubby (New Doctor Who YIPEE). Just feel its to early for all this excitement over it, ask me again how i feel in a few weeks.

Keywords

2007-12-05T10:54:00.000Z

I remember seeing this on a blog a while back and got a good giggle out of it and have wanted to do something similar.

Its basically just the words used in search engines that lead people to your site. Would love to see others do this to. Some of them are funny but some down right disturbing, but here you go.

Wordles - Whole lot with this added, guess i spelt it wrong once then each time just used auto fill and it was wrong alot

Laura McIntyre,Synchronization Of Us, Laura Mcintyre Blog - Expected i guess

I would love to add snappy comments but most of them im just thinking WHY?

Hair Feet

Pictures Of Men Wearing A Nappy (Because we all want to see that)

Photos Of Tired Mothers Getting Up In The Night With Babies

Molar Shaped Gift Box

Sickness Pics (Again, who wants to see this)

Extended Breastfeeding Pictures

My Shopping Trip Story

Webbing Vocal Cords (One of the few I like, I would of loved to have came across my blog when dealing with Rebecca problem to know a nice normal outcome is possible)

Im 28 Weeks Pregnant But Measuring 31

Baby Milestones Giving Kisses

Cosleeping 10 Months Old

Pictures Of Co-sleeping

How Long Does It Take For A Tooth To Fall Out

I've Lost A Tooth With Every Pregnancy

Baby Lead Weaning Blog

Rebecca Story Bebo

Diagnosed With Polyhydramnios

Co-Sleeping Images Funny

Extended Breastfeeding Photos

Obscure Things In The World

Toddler Climb Mountain

Sleepy Girls Stories

Obscute Things To Do

Porno PicsPics (OKAY)

Weaning A Toothless Baby

Polyhydramnios "Everything Was Fine"

There a couple that disturbed me and others that broke my heart, even more so than ones such as Extended Breastfeeding or Sickness Pics because I can at least pretend that there innocent.

Im positive they refer to this post, i have now edited it so the word no longer appears.

Search terms include

Daddy R**** Me Young Stories
The Day Daddy R**** Me
Daddy R**** Us

Im going to assume everyone knows what the R words stands for (rhymes with Grape), my heart aches for those poor people who felt the need to type in those search terms, i feel almost guilty it there brought to my blog throwing the word and story about in light hearted terms.

Ending on a not so good note, but would love to read others keywords.

Words

2007-12-03T10:11:00.001Z

Before i forget to do this, some of the words Eilidh is saying these days

Mum
Dad
Nana
Papa
Auntie
Be-Ba (Becca)
Co-Nee (Courtney)
Apple
Banana
Uncle
Gran
Doggy
Kitty
Nap
Hi
Bye-bye
Cheers

She is starting to parrot and say more each day, the above words are just the ones she uses all the time. I should write more about Rebeccas speech these days but naptime is short and have blog posts to read.

A Moment

2007-12-03T10:05:00.000Z

Yesterday was a rainy afternoon, we had plans later but after lunch the girls and i decided to build a "tent" in the living room.
Who knew a couple of chairs with an old sheet over them could be the greatest thing ever. The girls laughed and squealed in delight, they ran around the chairs and underneath the cover. The grabbed pillows in with them and pretended to go to sleep.

After a while even mummy was allowed to come in, sitting there with chairs and bedsheets surronding me Rebecca leaned over and gave me the sweetest kiss. Her sister followed her lead then of course they kissed each other. It ended with a group hug, me sitting with a girl on each side , four arms around my neck.

Moments like those make all the bad times worth it

NaBloPoMo

2007-12-01T11:43:00.000Z

How grateful are my that its at the end and proud of myself for posting each and every day all month long. I kinda regreat starting the ABCs but at least it gave me plenty of post material. Big congrats to everyone who took part

Silence

2007-12-01T11:21:00.000Z

Around 10 minutes ago im pretty sure she finally went to sleep, its 11.21 so around 11.10 - after 1 hour and 40 minutes of alone playing she decided it was naptime.

Only once did she start to cry after about 30 minutes, the time i put the laptop to the side and stood up she had stopped. Did i mention she actually asked to nap today? - She just wanted to go to her cot and refused milk.
I wonder is she just enjoys the alone time? Or its possible that its the fact that its "her" space, the one place she does't share with Rebecca?

Well going to try and do more catch up on blog posts, finally just under the 300 mark

Um Sleep?

2007-12-01T10:40:00.001Z

I promised myself i was not going to post today, all blogged out for a bit and plus its a busy day.
Actually going out for a meal sans kids tonight to help celebrate my mils boyfriends (partner? Not sure whats the correct term) birthday. There is going to be about 20 of there in a rather formal occasion and im a little nervous, im so socially retarded these days and only have one topic of conversation (KIDS)

Now im writing this post to ask my darling Eilidh to please go for her nap, she has been in her cot since 9.32am exactly - its now 10.42am exactly and she is still awake and playing. She is not crying/fussing/upset , if anything is in such a good mood and all i can hear (over the Cat and the Fiddle music she has put on) is squeals of happiness and baby talk. Me i cannot relax though as im waiting for her to start crying (or finally go for her nap) , of course that will happen just as Rebecca gets up.
I am doing the right thing by just leaving her aren't i ? Its all so new to me.

ABC of Me - V

2007-11-30T10:00:00.000Z

Victoria Beckham - I admit it part of me is so celeb obsessed and Posh Spice is actually one of my favorite, i know alot of people hate her and she is constantly getting picked on for everything but i cannot help but devour any article that mentions her. She seems like a wonderful mother and i really think she could be fun to spend time with, although i do think she should stay away from acting. Ugly Betty anyone?

Veronica Mars - I feel in love with this show during the first season and the whole who killed Lily? saga. Kristen Bell was fantastic and im also loving her playing Elle in Heroes. The sad thing for me was after the high of the first season i never really got the second of last season and by the end i was barely watching anymore BUT i will never forget watching the season finale of season 1 so excited about the big reveal.

Vegetables - I spent the first 25 years of my live barely touching vegetables, i loved raw veg and would happily eat any of them before being cooked but forget about it once they had been heated. Some time between getting pregnant with Rebecca and now that all changed and i now love vegtables, Broccoli and Zucchini being my favorites. Growing up i was always told i would learn to love veg as i got older but i completely denied it. Guess i have to admit my mum was right (again)

Vacations - Or just plain Holidays as we call them, my parents always made the effort to take us nice places when we were younger. Our first holiday was to my uncles wedding in Denmark when i was 4, over the years we holidayed in places such as Spain, Canada, America and Africa. Sometimes we stayed in the UK and other times overseas but it was always a blast. I really hope we can bring our kids letting them see the world.

ABC of Me - U

2007-11-30T08:15:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 30

The last day and i actually made it till the end, not sure how i managed it but looking forward to taking a few days off after today. Mind you hoping to get these ABCs done today so i can start afresh next week. Expect lots of postings from me today (and lots of nonsense, the last few letters are not easy)

Ultrasounds - I know some people don't agree with these but for me i love them and would have one every week (when pregnant of course) , i think its the greatest thing getting to see your baby and i so hope next time around we can afford a 3d one. What i hate though is in Scotland we are only entitled to one "dating" scan at 12 weeks. No 20 week scan to check for problems or such, both times around i have been lucky to get extras but that was because of Rebecca's problems. You are also NOT supposed to ask the sex, signs everywhere telling you not to - we just ignored them and asked and found out both times.

Umbrella - Courtney has this Cinderella umbrella (trying saying that 10 times fast) that she loves to carry with her. The other day i was taken the girls out a walk (in there pram) and after fighting with Rebecca to get her in the pram she insited in taken this umbrella with her (calling it Ella so no idea if it stood for Umbrella or Cinderella) , she carried it on her lap the entire walk . Strange child

Ugly Betty - I heart this show something crazy, its one of the few we actually get here in the UK not long after it airs in the US. We just saw the wedding/posh spice episode last week. Of course it does mean we will get breaks between episodes. Is anyone else hoping Daniel and Betty get together at some point?
Thats it for the Us, so uninteresting but there you go.

ABC of Me - T

2007-11-29T07:56:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 29

Eck day 29 how did that happen? On with the Ts

Tandem Feeding – I never thought about this much before I was faced with it, I never sat down and went this is something I want to be doing one day. But when I was pregnant with Eilidh I just wanted to let Rebecca take the lead with regards to the feeding, part of me would of loved her to wean but a bigger part was happy she carried on. It was strange at first, having a newborn safely cradled in my arms feeding contently while a toddler is by my side taking big gulps. There were moments I hated it and moments I loved it, these days I can no longer face feeding them at the same time but I think neither of them would be happy with it anyways. I do think it made everything so much easier for Rebecca as she did’t feel excluded when Eilidh came along but rather included. 1 year on I had no regrets and would happily do it all again.

Talking - I am such a nervous talker and in most situations hate silence, to fill it have an annoying habit of just talking and talking mostly about complete rubbish. I know i embarrass myself all the time with it. I would love to be one of those people who social skills came naturally to but i feel i always end up looking like an idiot irl.

Thomas - This seems to be the most popular name in my family, i have one cousin on my dads side but on my mums side there is a few . My mums sisters husband (who goes by Tam) , My cousin in Canada (Sarahs dad, goes by Tom) and his son Tommy. I know another sister of my mums used to married to a man called Thomas to , don't think we will ever be using the name if we ever have a son.

Time - I HATE lateness and always try and arrive for things way to early, yes im the type of person waiting around for 30 minutes before meeting someone (who normally shows up 30 minutes late)

Turkey - Im not a great turkey person, i like it but im not that bothered about it. BUT our local grocery shop does the most amazing Turkey and Stuffing Christmas sandwiches. The rolls are so soft , covered in Turkey breast , stuffing, cranberry sauce and topped with gravy. Both DH and i adore these and could eat them every day for as long as there served (they have been on the menu just over a week and we have already been twice, bad us)

Tellytubbies - Is there any adult out there that doest despise this show? . Courtney was the biggest fan when she was a baby , so much so that the only way to get her to sleep would be sit through a couple of episodes (over and over). I remember the highlight of Christmas 4 years ago was her getting some new Tellytubby videos - thankfully although Rebecca liked the show she was never that crazy about it

Dihydrogen Monoxide

2007-11-28T17:17:00.000Z

The stuff DH finds out about due to his studies , did you know that
Dihydrogen monoxide:

is called "hydroxyl acid", the substance is the major component of acid rain.
contributes to the "greenhouse effect".
may cause severe burns.
contributes to the erosion of our natural landscape.
accelerates corrosion and rusting of many metals.
may cause electrical failures and decreased effectiveness of automobile brakes.
has been found in excised tumors of terminal cancer patients.

Despite the danger, dihydrogen monoxide is often used:

as an industrial solvent and coolant.
in nuclear power plants.
in the production of styrofoam.
as a fire retardant.
in many forms of cruel animal research.
in the distribution of pesticides. Even after washing, produce remains contaminated by this chemical.
as an additive in certain "junk-foods" and other food products.

And we all use this ever day
Scared yet, please check HERE for more informtion

ABC of ME - S

2007-11-28T08:26:00.001Z

NaBloPoMo Day 28

Does it still count if i wrote it yesterday? Well will try and fit another one in later if i get the time.

Sisters – Im so happy to have two little girls, I have such romantic images of them growing up always close and being best friends. Being so close in age they have got a constant companion, I just hope the bond they have already just continues to grow and grow. Im also lucky enough to be a sister myself, there is 4 years between Stephanie and I and for a long time that was a huge age difference. We spent a lot of time arguing but loved each other underneath. These days no one can annoy me in the way she does, but she is one of my best friends, love ya sis

Strawberries – Im so fussy about my strawberries and although they are serves year round here only really like them in the summer months. Add a little bit of sugar and there just divine but I try not to do that much. One of my fave things to do with strawberries is add them as onto a toasted bagel and cream cheese – strange but tastes ever so lovely.

Scotland – Im not one of these people who grew up loving her country, I was never practically proud to be Scottish and would always dream of the day I would leave this place behind. I guess as I got older I learned to love the beauty of my home country , for me most importantly its were my family is and that’s where I always want to be. So I guess you could say these days Im a very proud Scot.

Sunset Beach – I have loved American Soaps since the days before I was a teenager, once many moons ago there was an actual soap channel showing ones such as Another World, Days Of Our lives, Guiding Light, As The World Turns . For a while I watched them all but as predicted the channel folder after a while but through various channels and now online I still follow Days Of Our Lives. Sunset Beach was not one I started watching straight away, I remember reading about the Earthquake episodes and turned in - I fell in love straight away and was a complete addict till the last episode. It was such a big hit here in the UK and developed such a cult following, just about everyone watched it

The Girls

2007-11-27T20:51:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 27

I have my ABC of Me - S all written and ready to go but its on the other computer, so guess it can be tomorrows and this non post for tonight.
Its been a funny day, Becca has been in a great and funny mood and Eilidh has been a doll. Except for the panic when shopping when Rebecca disappeared and we couldn't find her anywhere - a worker helped find her running up and down the meat aisle. We think she had been to see the fish - its slightly disturbing that she gets just as much pleasure out of the dead fish as she does live ones in tanks.
Eilidh was adorable before we left to go shopping, we were going for lunch before hand and she had ran in the bathroom and closed the door. She was happy and laughing till i asked her if she wanted to go out for lunch, after a moment when she realized she couldn't open the door she started crying - we let her out and she ran as fast as she could to the front door. I guess the combination of food AND out was just to much for her . Im loving how much she is starting to understand these days.

Before i forget here is Rebecca on her first birthday

And Eilidh a few days ago

Am i the only one who thinks they look nothing alike.

And just cause i love this shot

She is crazy about that hat and puts it on all the time, of course it normally covers her eyes - not that she cares and walks about with it on still

ABC of ME - R

2007-11-26T08:03:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 26

Not going to grumble about feeling horrible and being up from 1.30 till 4.30 during the night with one kid, the two kids , then the other kid (while DH snuggled on the couch with the baby). Please please wish for this damm tooth to hurry up and appear soon . Need my good sleep back.

Rabbit – Growing up my dad used to tell us the most wonderful bedtime stories about a rabbit called Smudger, Smudger was a little rascal who was always getting into trouble and going on amazing adventures, my sister and I both adored these stories and even now would love to hear them. When I was around 8/9 my parents got me a real rabbit which of course was called Smudger. She was a little white and grey thing and so adorable. Unfortunately Smudger only lived a few years but I have such fond memories of my first real pet.
Radio – Im not much a radio person for the most part but my favorite station is a Glasgow based station called Real Radio. At least once a year they do this competition called “Real Radio Renegade” which gets everybody talking – it evolved following clues and trying to find the recipe somewhere in Glasgow and its surrounding towns, your talking a huge area but if you somehow manage to find him you can win thousands. Great fun but I have never taken part. To scared to ask random people if there the fugitive.
Rebecca – My little big girl, she challenges and frustrates me on a daily basis but most importantly brings such a joy to my life. We came up with Rebecca about half way through my pregnancy but my biggest problem with it was I didn’t like Becky, we settled on it but agreed not to use that shortened version. She does get called Becca but for the most part we call her Rebecca which I love – I have had to correct a few people though who insist on calling her Becky every time . I like that once she is older she will have some choices in what to call herself, even if it is Becky.
Raisins - I think this is a great snack for the girls, i know people will say to sugary or what not but to be there both fruit and natural. The girls think there getting a treat so we all win.I really love Chocolate or yogurt covered ones, funnily Rebecca doest seem to like the yogurt covered ones even though she loves the Chocolate or plain and loves the yogurt covered strawberries and raspberries (but not blackberries or cranberries)
Roswell - As in the TV series. Other than Buffy this is my favorite si-fi teen series, if not one of my fave teen series ever. I remember watching it when it first aired in the UK and giving up after a few episodes, a few years later and i was between jobs for a few weeks and plain bored and came across a website that had the first two seasons for download. Now this was in the pre-torrent days and i was on dial-up but still managed to download all 44 episodes in the first two seasons. I was quickly addicted and still get chills watching some episodes. The final episode still remains my favorite series finale ever and i think it was the perfect way to end the show

Just An Update Post

2007-11-25T08:01:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 25

Still feeling off today but thankfully not as bad as yesterday, neither girl slept great last night and im now convinced that i have Mastitis as along with all the flu like symptoms i have the sorest right breast. It would be strange to get it for the first time now but i have no idea what else it could be, looks like i may be needing to make a trip to the doctors tomorrow.

Both girls are sitting eating breakfast as i type this, did i mention Rebecca has been up since 3.40am and will DEFINITELY nap today. We spent hours curled up together on the sofa me trying to sleep and re watching the same episode of In The Night Garden OVER AND OVER.
Now im sick to the back teeth of In The Night Garden which is like her fave show ever - she has never liked a show like this before but now just wants to watch it ALL DAY LONG. Its on just now but thankfully she is not actually watching as she is to busy getting herself dressed for the day - something she is insisting on doing every day now, she does it for bed to which is actually kinda cute as she just goes to where her night stuff is kept and chooses the nightdress she wants to wear and puts it on.

Eilidh has just finished a pear, she has a new thing now when she finishes something she hands it to me saying "done" , after i take the thing she also starts doing the sign for "done" which i just noticed this morning. She is still teething like crazy but those top teeth are just not for breaking through, i doubt nights are going to get any better till they do.

Well better go, Eilidh has just splashed milk everywhere and is screaming "out" from her high chair and Rebecca is starting to tantrum over her dress not co-operating.

ABC Of Me - Q

2007-11-24T19:21:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 24

Its been a horrible 24 hours, i was feeling horrible last night and ended up getting out of bed and going for a bath around 11pm to try and warm up. I spent most of the night unable to sleep and feeling terrible. It was bad enough that i got DH to get up with the girls this morning - something i have never asked him to do.
Thankfully the girls have been on there best behavior today and i have got plenty of relaxing in, hoping for a much better night tonight.

Queer As Folk - I remember when this first aired on British tv, i was about 18 at the time and only caught the odd scene, i remember being shocked at some of the content (not even the guy on guy stuff just what stuff was been shown). Years later i came across the show for download and downloaded it, it turned out to be the US version not the UK but i happily watched that anyways. Now of course i have seen every episode (multiple times) of both versions and think its one of the best and freshest tv shows ever. Whats my favorite version? The US one definitely as nobody can beat Brian Kinney.

Queen - It may be Un British of me but im not a fan of the Queen of the monarch in general, i hate what they stand for and that someone has a say in the country just because of birth order. Personally i feel they serve no real purpose other to spend our hard earned tax money on trips abroad and fancy parties.

Quiche - Anyone else like this? Im so so with it, its not something i can eat every day but get a fancy for it now and then. I really love it cold (at parties) and hot with loads of tomato sauce. I really love them with bacon added.

Short but sweet tonight, im actually feeling kinda normal and the girls are sleeping so im going to cuddle up and relax for a bit.

ABC of Me - P

2007-11-23T10:03:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 23

Im so *tired* today, Eilidh is teething something rotten and was up most of the night crying. We both fell asleep around 3.30 am curled up on the couch together, that was the one bright point as we never get to sleep together.

Its P today

Pregnancy - As im sure most of you do i had a real love/hate affair with pregnancy, with Rebecca it was hell from beginning to end. I felt rotten and miserable the whole time, with Eilidh everything was different and it was pretty much a dream pregnancy with no morning sickness/tiredness or other first trimester blues. Either way i really miss it,i miss feeling the baby move and knowing there safe inside of me - i even miss the wondering what there going to look like and act like. I look forward to future pregnancies.

Prisoner Cell Block H - I can imagine most people have never heard of this show , its an Australian night time drama that aired years ago (it finished airing in 1986) but it has a cult following in the UK. Im honestly not sure how i started watching, i was only about 10 years old and it aired about 12 o'clock at night. I think it was during the summer and i just loved it, it was about a women's jail and i guess could be considered hard hitting. I actually remember the American version of it Dangerous Women, now it was the funniest and cheesiest show i have ever seen, so of course i loved it

Pizza - Who doesn't love Pizza, i love mines with Pineapple and at the moment lots of meat but that changes. DH works evenings and weekends at Domino's Pizza, he was assistant manager but these days just does delivery driving - it can end up more money when you take in tips ect... . Its funny to think that in about a year he will no longer be working there.

Pink - I love pink, you can easily see that in my home with two of the rooms (living room and girls room) decorated in pink. Guess you could tell from my blog to. The only time i don't like pink is head to toe on adults - but i think i have blogged about that before

Polish - I have a secret obsession, one im not even sure my closest family know. I love the smell of polish, its doest matter what the scent actually is but its still just wonderful to me. Most days i spray polish in a room just for the lingering scent, mmm lovely.

ABC of Me - O

2007-11-22T07:44:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 22

Another day and another letter, yesterday was so frustrating - both girls were actually napping for what felt like the first time in months and i was so looking forward to sitting and relaxing for a while and catching up with blog posts (now about 250 behind). Of course not long after Rebecca went down some silly religious lady came to the door and wouldn't leave - Eilidh's bedroom is right next to the door so of course the talking woke her up. I just *cried* and was actually quite mean to the poor lady, yelling and slamming the door in her face - i feel bad now but gosh i was just so upset at the time.
Im really hoping Rebecca will nap today, she was up at 6am so its a maybe but was down later last night (8pm) so she really could do with it. Guess i better get on with the Os

Origami - I have barely done this in years but there was a brief period during my childhood when i loved it. When about 12/13 my best friend at the time got a origami book and we used to love spending hours trying to do the sometimes impossible seeming objects. I remember when we first started and was reading instructions such as "Valley fold" and got it into our head that the book was written for someone called Valley and she was being told to fold the paper!!!!!!!!!! The innocence of youth.

Oranges - I can take or leave them for the most part, its the peeling and trying to eat them that bugs me to messy. That was different during my pregnancy with Rebecca when for a short period i craved them like crazy, but they had to be COLD - as in just out the freezer . I also really love Orange juice but can only drink it in small amounts or it gives me mouth ulcers

One Tree Hill - After Dawsons Creek probably my fave (non si-fi) teen drama ever. I love these type of shows for the most part and even though these days spend alot of the time picking silly holes in it ( i mean for those who watch Hailey had the baby and what a couple of days later was out dancing and up to all sorts). Looking forward to its January return

ABC of Me - N

2007-11-21T08:28:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 21

Im getting a little bored of the ABCs and im sure everybody is to - but i cannot just leave it be, it would bug me forever so im going to try and actually get through them a little quicker

Naps - Anyone reading this blog can easily see that it is something im thinking about just now, If you had asked me a few months back if Rebecca would be given up napping soon i would of laughed in a your crazy way, i honestly believed she would still be napping for years to come. It is nice not to be dragging myself out of bed at 5am every morning but i really miss getting to sit and relax for a while during the day , it does mean when mornings such as today when she wakes up early (5.40am) im automatically in a good mood. Hopefully get to catch up with some blog posts during naptime today

Nana - What the girls call my mum, MIL is Gran and the girls also call my gran , gran although we normally refer to her as either GG or Great Gran to stop confusion. Growing up my mums parents were always Nana and Papa and my dads Gran and Granpa.
When Courtney came along my parents wanted to be Nana and Granpa but for some reason she wouldn't/couldn't say Granpa and would call him daddy all the time. Of course this embarrassed everybody but someone suggested going for Papa and she was happy calling him that.

Nigel - For most of you this is properly just a boys name, here in Scotland yes its also a name but is mostly used to refer to someone with no friends. Such as that boy is a Nigel or i went out for a walk by myself and felt like a Nigel

Nachos - Who doest love these? Mmm could so go a big plate with bean, Jalapeno Peppers, Sour Cream, Salsa topped with gated cheese. Wouldn't that be a lovely lunch?

Nip/Tuck - Thoughts i was not going to be able to find an N show there, how great is this show? I have just loved it since the first season but it was during the whole Ava storyline in season to that i really started to get it. Cannot wait for a new season to start

On a side note - what the heck is up with Rebecca lately she is eating me out of house and home and this is a girl who never eats. She has already made her way through 2 bananas, 3 plums,an apple and is currently eating her second bowl of cereal (which for some reason she got naked for) - Got to love two year olds.

The One With All The Pics

2007-11-20T20:41:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 20

Is this cheating? Its been a busy day so just a few quick pics. Mind you have just finished watching the latest episode of Heroes - have i mentioned before how much i LOVE this show. I'm so bummed about the writers strike, in some ways its not affecting me that much for the moment as alot of the shows don't start here till next year - Ugly Betty and Heroes (which we cheat with and download) are the only ones that it will happen with.

Well on with the shots -

My Little Helpers

Fuzzy Boots (so wish got a good front shot with this outfit)

Helping Daddy Study

Playing With Baba

Stealing Daddies Dinner

ABC of Me - M

2007-11-19T08:28:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 19

Im so not feeling this today, i have been up most of the night feeling unwell. I was so cold unless i stayed still then started burning up , i don't think there is one part of me that does't hurt just now. I guess its one of the worst things about motherhood, there is no sick days and nothing i can do other that go about my normal life.
Part of my does get annoyed at DH, if he was feeling like this he would of taken the day off and lazed about for how many days it took to get better but im expected to be superwomen and just act like normal. Sorry a little vent for the day :)

Maureen - The name of my lovely mummy, its actually Maureen Ann and she much prefers being called that . Just don't ever call her Mo .

Motherhood / Marriage - I was never the type of girl who spent all her time wishing for these things, i spent years telling anyone who would listen that i didn't ever want to get married or have children. Part of me did mean it but another bigger part of me honestly believed i would never find someone who wanted to marry me , that children would just now be part of my life. Gosh how things changed.

Melrose Place - I think this goes down as like my fave show ever, i was obsessed by it. I would tape and re watch each episode obsessively , memorise lines and even wrote a novel based on it. I live and breathed this show for a while. The funny thing was i never got to see the last few seasons as it never aired here, about 3 years ago i brought the whole thing on DVD and have still not watched them.

Macaroni and Cheese - The perfect easy meal to make, the only problem is i don't like it. Im funny when it comes to cheese sauce. Mind you mac and cheese is something i always have in the freezer, normally once a month or so i make up a big batch and freeze the leftovers. Always a quick relatively healthy meal (i always make with frozen veg to) on hand

An Interview With......

2007-11-18T10:38:00.000Z

ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

NaBloPoMo Day 18

Yes i know how terribly big headed of me to do an interview with myself, but i have been wanting to write about my blogging journey for a while now. I planned to do it for my 100th post but that came and went, so i said for my 200th - that was a few posts ago but figured better late than never. Would love to hear how others went about the journey, either answer the questions of just write your own :)

How long have you been blogging? - It will 1 year next February

How did you start blogging? - I was aware of blogging but never really had any interest in it, if someone pointed out a blog post i would read it but that was about it. The first blog i started to read on a regular basic was Lisanne's ,we were pregnant with due dates only a week apart and both had one year olds at home. I loved reading her posts and always felt i knew exactly how she felt, around the end of her pregnancy i ended up checking it a few times each day waiting to hear of her daughters birth (yes Lisanne i was your stalker then) . I guess it was not long after Eilidh was born that i started thinking about it, for some reason i could only find blogger and thought the other blogging sights you had to pay for and blogger HATED ME . I tried to sign up every couple of weeks but it never worked, eventually i managed to do it on DHs computer but still couldn't post on mine. Eventually i found a way to do it (cannot remember exactly now, but it involved going through a few different pages and clicking on different login stuff) and i managed to finally start my own blog.

How did you start reading blogs? - It started with Lisanne's as said above and a few friends who started up around the same time as me (Hi Raine and Christina). Now and then i would notice someone on an online group had there own blog and start to check that out to. Then i heard of Google reader and all hell broke loose. I loved how i could subscribe to the blogs and not spend ages going from one page to another and now i cannot stop reading other peoples blogs

What blogs do you read? - I currently have 79 subscriptions in my Google reader, i will put my blogroll back up after this post so you can have a look. If your not added in it it either means 1) i have somehow missed you sorry or 2) Im not reading your blog, but i would probably love to be - so for either way leave me a comment so i can start reading more .

How do find new blogs to read - In one of three ways normally
1 - When someone i "know" (normally through an online group) sets one up or already has one
2 - When someone leaves a comment on my blog i normally check out there page
3 - Through other peoples blogroll / links .

What do you look for in a blog - The blogs i read are 99% parenting blogs, and they all have at least one child under age 3. Its not that i don't like reading other peoples blogs but i feel i can relate to the writers of these blogs in someway.

How did you come up with the name for your blog - Rather a boring story, when i actually managed to sign up i just looked around the room and saw a book of DHs about Synchronization (always the physics student) and tried that - it was taken so just added the "as us" and Synchronization Of Us was born. I actually kinda like it now , i do feel im always trying to get everything in my life in sync

Birthday Slideshow

2007-11-17T21:30:00.000Z

If its jumpy i recommend just leaving it for a few moments to load then watching. Enjoy

Make video montages at www.OneTrueMedia.com

ABC of Me - L

2007-11-17T10:38:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 17

Day 17 and i have so far managed to stay in the game, surely the next few should be just as easy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Both girls are napping and for the first time in days i get to sit relax and just maybe catch up on blog posts - over 200 i want to reply to just waiting for me.

So its L today

Laura - Hi thats me :) , I have never really liked my name and wanted to be something more exotic and different sounding - Taylor, Rhyleigh and Sydney were some of the names i used to dream of changing mine to. These days im not actually that bothered , its the name my parents choose for me so im just embracing it.

Language - I don't speak anything but English but i do love the idea . We learnt German for 2 years in primary school (hence the trip to Germany) but when in moved to High school the only choice we had for the first few years was French. I really love the idea of kids starting from 4/5 or younger, i just think i was to old and found it to hard to pick up.
There are also the differences in the English language, there are so many words that mean something different here than they do in the US. You guys use pacis and diapers, your baby sleeps in a crib and goes out in a stroller, we use dummies and nappies and sleep in a cot and go out in a pram. There are many others such as
"Fag" - For us that means cigarette, not well you know. If anyone ever meets me and i use that term im not being mean just asking for a cigarette (mind you asking for one would be strange as i don't smoke)
"Fanny" - Again for us we use this for the front rather than back (if that makes sense)its also a rather crude term to use , i spent many years wondering why children tv shows would use such crude sentences such as "i hurt my fanny" . The penny dropped a few years back and i felt awful silly. Can anyone else think of some other differences?

Love - I think its well known how much i love my girls, but im also crazy about DH. He was my first real love and hopefully the last, before him i thought i had been in love but nothing compared to how i felt for him. There is a song by Alan Jackson called It must be love that i had to listen to over and over in those days, even now i just have to put the song back and i am over come with memories and all the reasons why i love my husband

Liver - Now it one way i have never actually tried liver and doubt i ever will, its just now something i want to try. Now talking about live Pate and its a different story, i just love that stuff. I craved it all through both pregnancies (its not allowed when pregnant) and it was one of the first things i had when my girls were born

Lois and Clark - I loved this version of the superman story, even now i still enjoy watching the odd episode. I remember when it was be repeated around 10am in the morning and i actually took the day of college to watch the big reveal episode. I loved Dean Cain in those days.

Happy Birthday Baby

2007-11-16T19:47:00.000Z

Now that i have my computer back again (if anyone is interested i managed to install another version of Windows over the one i already had, that let me backup the stuff i needed and then i done a full format) .

So yesterday my baby turned one, its incredible difficult just looking back and believe its been a year since i first help her in my arms. On the other hand it seems like we have always been a family of 4. I know i went over it many times on this blog but it still amazes me how much i love her, she is so special and bright and does something new every day. She does so much than sometimes i forget she is still a baby , again words fail me but i just want to say Happy Birthday Baby girl , may the next year bring as many wonderful moments as the first.
If anyone is interested and missed it first time re-live the pregnancy here
and here

Oh they were also both weighed yesterday, Rebecca is now 24.5lbs and Eilidh is 18lbs 15oz . I know i have small children :)

ABC of Me - K

2007-11-16T09:25:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 16

Wahhhhhhhhhh my baby is one, now how the hell did that happen? Of course she celebrates by keeping me up all night AGAIN . Well getting there in fixing my computer, so unstable but all i care about is getting the pictures then i can format it. Hopefully tonight i will be able to do the whole Happy Birthday posts thing properly (with Pics :))

Karaoke - Now im not a singer, cannot hold a tune in the slightest but can still enjoy a good sing along.For a while in my early teens there was a kids Karaoke night at a local pub that was a must go to for my friends and i , i would even somehow join in (have no idea how i got the courage without drink) . Now a days thanks to a discovery that we get free karaoke videos on the tv i love putting them on and having a dance and singing along with the girls. Great exercise and great fun

Knots Landing - I LOVE that show, i never cared for Dallas much and only slightly enjoyed Dynasty but how i adored Knots Landing and have watched the series from beginning to end so many times (and yes im aware it started before i was even born). Even now i still check for it on the tv schedule in the hope it will air again, can never get enough of it.

Ok thats it all the Ks from me, its 9.37 normally naptime but neither girls are going to nap yet (never got up till just before 9) and im wanting to do something with my computers.

Quality?

2007-11-15T10:40:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 15

Im sure i read somewhere that as part of NaBloPoMo the posts must be of some quality not just a hi to busy/sick/tired to post sort of thing.

Today is not a good day, Eilidh was up half the night coughing and screaming, Rebecca is not for napping and the best thing my computer has gone and crashed on me. My stupid recovery disk does not have a repair option so its wipe or nothing, of course i managed to transfer the party pictures over last night so i would lose all of them. Today is going to be spent trying every option to recover without losing everything.

So thats , that - quick post as don't know if i will have a computer to use tonight and don't want to miss a day.

And oh yeah MY BABY IS ONE TODAY xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Love you Eilidh

Holiday Cheer

2007-11-14T11:40:00.000Z

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For hubby anything electronic is what he wants , i could save money on buying dvds by signing up for Netflix Coupons for only $9.99 here or save upto $250 on his dream television at Dell Coupons.

If your wanting to save on your Christmas gifts this year then this site is the place to start.

ABC of Me - J

2007-11-14T10:38:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 14

Back to the ABCs then, both girls napping at the same time YIPEE. Now J is not the easiest letter so kind of cheated and going through letters beginning with J at Web Dictionary.

Jack In The Box - My mil got Eilidh one for her birthday (she gave her one gift at the party) and both girls just love it. Its funny how they have never had one before but its not there new favorite. I admit im going insane with it already, its annoying and neither girl can put the dolly back in the box - Eilidh was also scared of it for the first day. Now the joy on there faces when it pops is wonderful

Jacket Potato's - Yum, Yum , i just love these . My fave would be filled with pineapple cottage cheese and topped with Cheddar cheese. I hate them microwaved and always take the hour long over cook. I could seriously eat one every day but have not had one since starting my diet. I do plan to give the girls one for lunch this week though

Jags - Poor Eilidh is due for another jag on Monday, MenC/Hip i think although part of me does wonder if its a mistake as i though she only had the MMR left to get. Im terrible with there jags , i get so heartbroken over putting them through the pain and have more than once almost changed my mind about letting them get it. For me and our family though i feel more comfortable going with them. I always come in with them when there getting it done but DH always holds them, not looking forward to Monday now

Japan - I worked for a Japanese company before i became a sahm, most of the workers were British but the management Japanese . I admit that a lot of them seemed a little strange , language was always an issue and some had old fashion views (one always refused to deal with me or any other woman, everything had to be done through a middle man). They were big spenders and when ever someone came over for a business trip for Japan they would go to a big strip club and spend the evening there charging everything to the company. I did think my boss was a sweetheart for the most part.

Joey - As in the tv show, i always feel slightly sad this never done better. The first season i thought was ok but really enjoyed the second season. I guess people just kept expecting it to be just like Friends and never gave it a real chance.

Its funny thinking back to this time last year, i had started to lose my mucus plug and having some not very painful contractions when i woke up. I was so excited and told everyone i was in labour - then it all stopped and i was so upset and disappointed.
Less than 24 hours till me baby is 1 :(

All About Eils

2007-11-13T20:39:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 13

Just managing to fit in a post today, yes both girls did nap today but Eilidh woke up after about 10 minutes (with a dirty nappy), i finally got her settled back down and grabbed a quick lunch. Of course the moment i got the laptop open Rebecca woke. No ABC today instead a post all about my lovely almost 1 year old.

I guess i should start about the party, i cannot seem to find the wire to transfer the pictures over ( to be fair i keep forgetting to look during the day and can't really do it at night with Rebecca in the room). My memory card doest like to let me transfer from that so nothing to share for the moment.

The party went so well though, it was a joint birthday party between Courtney and Eilidh held in a local soft play area. Way more people showed up than expected (there was 14 children, no idea adults) so im glad it wasn't in the house.
At first Eilidh seemed slightly shy but before you knew it she was right in the middle of everything and just lapping up the attention , she got some lovely presents and was so well behaved the entire time. Everyone seemed to have a great time and left exhausted.
I found the whole evening stressful, i try to mingle and talk to the guests but feel quilt for not spending enough time with each person . But its not the adults that matter i guess.

Im really finding it hard to believe Eilidh is almost 1, this time last year i was moping about thinking i would never go into labour (at 6 days overdue i was allowed). I was terrified of induction but just couldn't handle the thought of being pregnant much longer.
The past year she has learned so much , gosh the last few days she has learned so much . She can now

- Walk backwards when she wants to
- Stack objects although doesn't understand it completely , will try to put bigger on top of small for example
- Sign for milkies, food and all done
- Point out nose, mouth and eyes in herself and others
- New words included Star, Poo and a very cute Bye-Bye (screamed at daddy as he left for work)

I know there have been others aswell, i love how much they learn at this stage. Its wonderful watching there mind start to piece together the way the world works.

ABC of Me - I

2007-11-12T10:03:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 12

Yah for the napping children, Eilidh woke this morning at 5am and while she fed and went back to sleep fine my moving around woke Rebecca up so im squeezing in a little free time while the kids are in the land of nod. So onto the Is , is anyone getting as bored with these ABCs as i am?

Im A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here - Yah for the new series starting back this week, what can i say about this show accept its just fun. Calling the contestants Celebrity's is a bit of a long shot (although there have been rumours Paris Hilton was going to take part, doubt it but how i wish it was true) , but watching the "celebrities" taken part in the trials is just hilarious. For those who have never heard of the show the contestants take part in "bush tucker trials" to get food for the camp (there in the middle of the Australian Jungle) which involve tasks that normally include bugs, snakes and now and then the eating of live insects (yes its pretty gross)

Ice Cream - I sometimes think im the only person in the world who is not crazy about the stuff, don't get me wrong i eat it and enjoy it but its not something i find myself going "mm fancy some of that" . I don't really enjoy it buy itself and find it to cold and creamy , for some reason the sight of it when it starts melting turns my stomach . Although add some whipping cream, chocolate and maybe a wafer or two and i will gulp it down.

Immortality - Im actually scared of this, i have no desire to live forever. Now i love the idea of everyone else around me living forever but definitely not myself. I really believe in the cycle of life and couldn't imagine just going on and on, i really want to reach the natural end of my life with the cliched fat grand kids around the bed.

Illnesses - I *hate* this time of year and all the bugs going around, its been one and after another around here and now that the throat infections seem to be getting better we all have colds. My head is so stuffed up this morning and i cannot find any of my hot lemon cold drinks , Eilidhs nose is running like crazy and she throws a fit it i go anywhere near her.

Well thankfully that's the I part of this over with, hopefully will post later with the party pics . Did try last night but couldn't find the computer cable and the last thing i wanted was to wake Rebecca up with the noise

ABC of Me - H

2007-11-11T08:23:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 11

Rebecca really seems to have put a stop to my perfect posting plans with going back to not napping, its an easy formula really if she is up before 6.30 she naps if after she doest. Now it was 7.15 today and while the long lie is nice i know she will refuse the nap, oh well we got some fun new toys at the party to play with.
The party did go really well and everyone had great fun, will do a proper post about it lately when i can have access to the pictures but for now will leave you with the few Hs i could think about.

Hollyoaks/Home and Away - I could not decide between these two H shows. Its funny because these days there both in my top 5 shows to watch but follow similar journeys, when both first started i loved them and watched them religiously. As time went on and i hit my later teens i gave up on just about all tv shows (who had time with all the partying to do), it was after Rebecca was born i got back into them - both on at times i was normally doing stuff such as bathing/feeding and needed something to watch

Home - I am proud to say my husband and i own our own home, people do not expect it and get shocked when they realise we are not renting or have a council house - they see a young married couple with children and just expect the worst. It was actually me who bought the place we live in, i was planning to rent a place but when a friend i was suppose to be sharing with pulled out my mum talked me into buying, i thought she was crazy as i was 21 and single so how could i possibly purchase me own home?
As it turned out it was possible and with alot of searching and saving it finally happened , i went to the estate agency one morning and it was just put in the window that morning. I viewed it that day and put in an offer, the first one was rejected but he accepted the second offer and that was me a proud home owner. Mind you at this point Craig and i were together and both moved in the same day, so while on paper its "mine" in reality the place is "ours".
I do long for the day we get to buy a bigger place though, we have so out grown this place now.

*** Its now almost 12 hours later and im getting to finish this post, i want to say no naptime sucks but i had such fun playing with Rebecca during it that i cannot. ***

Herbs and Spices - The only H food i could think of but these are something that a few year ago i could not have told you anything about but now thanks to DH we have so many of, i completely suck at fresh herbs though and completely ruined a dish last week by adding way to much

Ok think i have to give up now, after starting the herb post i had to go and deal with Rebecca who despite begging for her dad to get her to sleep moments before had changed her mind. 45 minutes later she is sleeping and just want a long hot bath before going to bed. Trying to post each day is harder than it sounds

ABC of Me - G

2007-11-10T10:12:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 10

Looks like i never got around to the Gs last night, to be honest i was to tired that sleep was the only thing on m mind. Slept solidly from about 9pm til 7am last night and it was wonderful. Im not sure if i mentioned Eilidh was sick, she has got what we think is a throat infection but if thankfully on the mend now, its her birthday party today so expect some pics soon :).

Well onto the Gs

Grandparents - I was so lucky as i grew up with both sets of grandparents alive and living nearby, i have many found memories of spending time with both sets. Going to my Nana (mums mum) house was the best treat ever, my cousins would also be there and Adele and i would normally stay up late eating junk and playing games. Unfortunately only my dads mum is still with us but for the first 14 years of my life i was so incredibly fortunate. Im also glad that my girls get to grow up knowing there grandparents, they see them at least once a week and they all adore each other

Germany - When i was around 11 years old we went a school trip there, it was a wonderful experience and my first real taste of freedom. It seems tame now but how we loved sneaking out of our rooms onto the boys floor or going somewhere for a midnight feast. We saw some amazing sights to and was a wonderful few days. Although i do remember hating the food and barely eating the entire time we were there, it was also so strange seeing the teachers as people rather than just authority figures

Grapes - The only G food i can think of just now, both girls love them and i have a confession to make - I DON'T CUT THEM UP. Ok bad mum but to be honest Rebecca just helps herself and shares with her sister . Would hate to take that away from her

Greys Anatomy - I was so late with this show and only started watching last year, but am all caught up now. I love love the show but am i the only person who thinks Meredith and Derek are all wrong from each other?

Ok not to good with the Gs, Rebecca was not for napping again today and wanted to play. Now i have a million and ones things to do before the party but am just wanting to get this out the way.

Happy Birthday

2007-11-09T09:56:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 9

Another week another birthday, today my lovely niece turns 5 year old. I remember how i was feeling 5 years ago so clearly - happy and so proud of my sister but also sad and homesick, at the time i was in Canada and missing my family dearly. It was before our family entered the digital age and i had no way to even get a quick look at my new family member.
I came home for a visit when she was around 6 weeks old and fell in love with her instantly, many times over the first few weeks did i sit up all night long doing night feeds and having hugs , i was still on Canadian time and wanted to grab every moment i could with her.
In the end i did go back to Canada but came back home a few weeks later, i felt that at that moment my place was with my family in Scotland.

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Not sure if will get around to doing my ABC today, depends on time . Just quickly typing this while Rebecca destroys my clean living room (looks like no nap today. Guess its a good thing there are not enough letters for every day anyways

ABC of Me - F

2007-11-08T10:35:00.001Z

NaBloPoMo Day 8

I really am having to force myself to post this today, was caught up replying to emails (at last) but just know if i don't get it done just now then i will be worrying all day. Tonight im wanting to relax in a hot bath for the evening and not think about blogging.
Its been a cute morning even if it did start early at 5am , all morning long Rebecca was asking me to go and get Eilidh up. "Mama Please Eilidh Up" must have been said dozen of times, it really is nice she wants her sister around so much. Well guess i should get on with the Fs

Fruit - Yummy, tummy fruit. I enjoy fruit and will eat it all, i know i should get in the habit of eating more of it though as i never seem to grab a bit when im wanting a snack. The girls both love it though and our fruit bowl is always in easy reach for Rebecca - she is not a big meal eater so i like to make food available for her to help herself to. Today already she had two bananas , an apple and a pear so its a great way to make sure she eats her 5 a day.

Florida - I cannot wait to take the girls there when there older, my parents took us when i was 14 and my sister 10 and i really regret not making the best of the holiday but at the time i thought i was too "cool" for places such as Disneyland and refused to get to excited or happy over it. Now i would go and get involved in everything, Im so wanting to wait to the new Harry Potter theme park to open to go again

Friends (1) - As in the tv show, i was a total Friends addict and love re watching it. I was a total Monica/Chandler fan and also LOVED Rachel and Joey - i was one of the few who didn't like Rachel and Ross together.

Friends (2) - As in the real ones, mind you i did have an imaginary friend when i was younger that i called Laura. Now how egotistical is that to give your imaginary friend the same name as yourself?

France - I have never really understood the attraction of places such as Paris, i have been in France a few times (never really stayed, just driving through to get somewhere else) and it never seemed that special of a place. Don't get me wrong it was lovely just not in a - im going to give up everything and run away there" . Although there breads are to die for.

Guess thats enough for today, going to go and try and catch up on all these blogs posts NaBloPoMo is killing me on commenting and hope time hurries up im STARVING

ABC of Me - E

2007-11-07T10:14:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 7

Day 7 already, i feel like its just started. So today we are onto the letter E

Eilidh - The most obviously E on my list, her name was chosen more or less as soon as we found out she was going to be girl. I had heard it before but i guess never made the connection between the spelling and the way its said. DH suggested it and my first thought was no, seeing it written down though was what made me fall in love with it and she was Eilidh from that day. I guess i also loved the idea of having a traditional Scottish name. Its pronounced Ailey and is the Scottish Gaelic version of Helen, it means Light.

Endless - How some nights feel (and days i guess) with children, last night was one of those nights that make me hate co-sleeping. Rebecca was so restless and wanted to be sleeping with every part of her touching me. Then of course when she settled down Eilidh woke up screaming and took ours to settle. Im so tired today :(

Eggs - I love boiled eggs , used to eat them pickled but have not done that in years but could happily eat bowls full of boiled eggs. I like scrambled eggs but normally only on toast with ketchup and im not that keen on fried eggs .

Eastenders - Another British soap, made by BBC. Its more trendy that Coronation Street and slightly more popular, i have never enjoyed it the same way though and only watch it because its on.

ABC of Me - D

2007-11-06T10:48:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 6

Daughters - The most important d in my life, my girls are my everything. As far back as i can remember i always wanted daughters (well when i wanted children at all which i didn't for the longest time) , i was determined to find out the sex with Rebecca to give myself time to accept the truth if she was a he. People always say to me i must be hoping for a boy if we have more children and i always shrug and say "i guess so" . In reality i really don't care and if we had a dozen more girls i would be over the moon.

Dairy Milk - My favourite chocolate bar, i could eat it by the pound. I love it with any fillings but must admit my fave is the plain one.

Destiny - Its something i really like to believe in, i love the fact that life is mapped out and silly mistakes we make are not going to change everything forever. I really feel DH and i were destined to be together and nothing was going to stop that.

Desperate Housewives - I do watch this and do enjoy it but have a confession to make, i have never really "got it" . I normally love these type of dramas (Melrose Place is like my fave ever) but i have never really connected the same way with housewives, i will continue to watch but without caring much for the characters or storylines.

Daddy - Im lucky to have two great daddies in my life. My own daddy is wonderful - sure he tells the strangest jokes and funniest stories but he is a great guy and everybody always loves him. Then there is my daughters daddy - there so lucky to have a daddy that would give them the world, there is nothing better than the way they both light up when daddy enters the room.

Loving Her

2007-11-05T19:14:00.001Z

Today i spent a wonderful few hours playing with Eilidh, Rebecca was at playgroup and the two of us just got some alone time.

We made some banana bread and just played around, at one point she was sitting chewing on a dummy with a blanket wrapped around her. I had random music playing on the back groun and a sweet song came on, i just watched her giggle ,playing with the blanket and dummy and just started to cry there and then.
She is so wonderful, the intensity of the love is amazing - if sometimes scary.
Gosh i hate this im so terrible at expressing myself when writing and just wish i could really put down what im feeling right now.
When pregnant i never believed i could love another child the way i love Rebecca, she is my baby and my everything and there couldn't possibly be room for another. Each and every day since Eilidh has been around she has shown me that , that is not true. I guess what im trying to say is i love her, she is my girl and always will be .

ABC of Me - C

2007-11-05T09:49:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 5

"Remember , Remember the 5th of November" , Its Guy Fawkes here in the UK. Hate Hate Hate the day and all the noisy fireworks.

Now onto the Cs

Courtney - One of my two favorite "C"s , My wonderful almost 5 year old niece, i just love this girl. She is fun , smart and just a joy to be around. I love that my girls have such a wonderful role model.

Craig - My other favorite C , other wise known as DH. Love him with all his annoying habits, Si-fi talk and silly jokes :)

Cats - I miss my boys :( , when DH and i first moved in our flat we got two kittens "Terry and Timmy" . They were our first babies. Although they seemed ok when Rebecca came along Terry didn't seem to adjust to Eilidh being around and in the end we decided to rehome them. They went to a lovely family home but we still miss them sometimes

Cakes/Chocolate/Crisps - Why do all the good stuff start with C? , I was always a crisp girl and could happily leave chocolate but pregnancy seemed to change that and not i cannot get enough.

Coronation Street - British soap that's been going on forever (well since 1960) , its almost required to watch this show once you get to your 20s and older. Im actually watching it as i type. British soaps and nowhere as dramatic and glamorous as US soaps but can be just as interesting.

ABC of Me - B

2007-11-04T10:09:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 4

Today the letter B

Bagels - Just about my fave food ever, love them with cream cheese or pate. Don't eat them much anymore as trying to have a healthy breakfast.

Baths - Im an addict and would take one every day if i could, i love locking myself in the room with a good book and forgetting about everything . Both the girls adores baths to and get one every evening and most mornings lately to.

Babies - I love them and would have a dozen more if i could afford it, i think we will settle for another two. Have realised lately though that im happy to wait a few years, im so busy with my girls that i have no idea how a third would fit it. Maybe in a few years when we have moved to a bigger place and the girls are in nursery/school.

Birthdays - Two big ones coming up, my niece is 5 on Friday and less than two weeks till Eilidh is one. I cannot believe that's happening already but then again how can it be that a year ago i never knew her?

Books - I love to read and normally have a couple of different books on the go, i spent most of my young adult and adult life reading horror but have got into chick lit alot lately. I have recently discovered Jodi Picoult (so behind the times) and am trying to get through everything she ever wrote.

Buffy - One of my all time fave tv shows, i was obsessed with it when it was on and would run home from work each Monday (as that was when it was available to download) to get it . I would then watch it over and over through out the week. I have not been able to watch it much the last few years though as i think i over done it, do listen to the musical soundtrack every week of so.

And yes im going to try and throw in a food and tv related fact in the every day

ABC Of Me - A

2007-11-03T19:23:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 3

I have been trying to find something all day to blog about, i don't really have many stories to share or pictures to upload. Its only day 3 and im already running out of ideas, in desperation im going to bore you all with the ABC Of Me , each day another letter and some (un) interesting facts
about me, my life and family.

Today is brought to you by the letter A

Apples - Both my girls love apples and it was one of the first non mum/dad words for both of them. When we go food shopping we must have apple slices with us, the can munch pack after pack as we shop.

Alan/Allen - My daddy's name, but also my mothers family name. I always thought my dad should of taken my mums name when they married so he would of been Alan Allen he he

Americas Next Top Model - My guilty pleasure show, i adore it and am completely addicted. I tape the repeats when and watch it over and over. I do enjoy the British version but its just not the same.

ABM - Otherwise known as the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers, i have recently became a member and im hoping to train as a breastfeeding councilor.

The Glamour Of It All

2007-11-02T09:32:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 2

Pre kids did anyone else have the perfect family picture in there head? I would be one of those mothers who regained her figure, wore lovely clothes that escaped stains and sick - of course hair and make up always done and perfect (because of course pre-pregnancy all those things were true ).

These days i really admire anyone who can manage kids AND put some lipstick on.

Its currently 9.37 am , both girls are down for early naps and im eating the last of the Halloween candy. Already in my second outfit of the day (first one covered in baby poo) , surely unironed combat trousers and a red/white maternity top is ok day wear? If i find the energy i may even brush my hair later :)

I always try to believe that as long as the kids look cute then who is going to be looking at the parents anyways .

NaBloPoMo

2007-11-01T10:10:00.000Z

NaBloPoMo Day 1

Notice the badge just under my welcome message? Yes well i have decided to give it a go, im blaming you Christina

Im feeling lazy just now (good start i know) but those who are wondering what the hell i am on about check out the official site .
Guess you all have to look forward to posting over load :)

Happy Birthday To You

2007-10-31T10:25:00.000Z

My baby sister turns 22 today,Happy Birthday Kid. If anyone is on Bebo check out her page and wish her happy birthday

On a funny note she came in after dropping Courtney of at school this morning and got her present of the girls, not much as she already had her proper present from us on the weekend(new trainers) but we got her a box of choccies.
Rebecca of course just wanted the whole box and kept making poor auntie feel bad for not sharing more , of course when we turned our backs for a second she eat about half the box - guess thats what Halloween is all about

Other Cute Shots

2007-10-30T20:34:00.001Z

Lastly other shots from last week i liked, ignore the mess in the house as it was during my big clean out and the place tends to end up looking like a hurricane hit during it.

Balloon Painting

2007-10-30T20:27:00.000Z

Rebecca and Courtney doing balloon models during Eilidhs naptime

Videos

2007-10-30T20:26:00.001Z

Some vids from the last few days

Barney

2007-10-30T20:20:00.000Z

The girls having fun with the Barney Dance Mat

Cousin Sarah

2007-10-30T20:16:00.000Z

A couple of pics with my cousin

A Bugs Life

2007-10-30T20:09:00.000Z

My mum got this fun bug kit, you catch a bug and view it through the magnifying glass, the kids loved it.

This Time Of Night

2007-10-29T17:45:00.000Z

Its 17.45 here just now, other wise known at the worse time of day . The kids are always very fussy - both tired and hungry and the time always goes so slowly.

Dinner should hopfully be ready for 6 but in the meantime two girls are crying at my feet - going to bury my head in the sand again

Development Leaps

2007-10-27T09:23:00.000Z

Again i must apologise for the lack of posts, i have been dealing with a throat infection all week - of course if happened the same week DH had a stomach bug (which of course was soooo much worse that my illness) but also the same week i had planned a massive "winter clean" of the house. I know i should of put it off but i had been planning it for days and just couldn't .
Eilidh has been having a couple of rough nights to so of course the lack of sleep has't been helping (thankfully Rebecca has been sleeping like an angel), i got a great nights sleep last night which is probably the reason i feel almost better today.

Now onto the actual post :)

As we lead up to Eilidhs first birthday she is changing and growing each day, this week i have noticed big changes in her ability to understand and follow instructions. Simple stuff like "get the ball" "close the door" . The other day we were going out and i told her she still needed a jacket on - she went straight to the cupboard and pulled out *two* jackets and they were the correct ones (think it helps that it was the last two jackets in there). She brought the jackets to me and we all went out.

On Wednesday DH took Rebecca to playgroup, when they left Eilidh ran to the door (and she is is more or less running now) shouting "dada, Be-Ba" - after a few moments she went and grabbed her shoes and came and sat on my lap with them wanting me to put the on.

I could give dozen of other examples - she really is't a baby anymore is she?

One Year Ago

2007-10-25T14:25:00.000Z

Christina done a lovely post showing how her daughter Nadia had changed in the last year. Its something i have been thinking about alot in the last few days, i cannot believe how young Rebecca looked this time last year. She was't even walking yet and barely said a word

Now she is a completely different person, still lovable and sweet but so full of life.She is a proper Little toddler now and lets not forget the most amazing big sister.

Of course i cannot forget Eilidh, roughly a year ago she was this

Now she is a walking ,talking and doing so much more. I never thought i would love her as much as i do Rebecca. I really didn't believe it possible - but gosh its defiantly possible. Its hard to believe one year ago i had no idea what this little girl would be like.

BSM - Out For A Walk

2007-10-22T18:25:00.000Z

I bravely took my two girls out for a walk sans stroller the other day, im still not sure what possessed me. It actually went ok for the most part, Rebecca is so good at following instructions and going the correct way (although she can dawdle a little and likes to looks at all the leaves and stuff) .

This is one of my fave shots from the day, Rebecca is just waiting for her sister to catch up

A couple of others i like

Now head over to Picture This for more great shots

A Wonderful Few Days

2007-10-21T19:25:00.000Z

Gosh its been a lovely few days, my cousin Sarah from Canada was visiting and spent a few days staying here with me and the girls. I just love Sarah and really wish she lived closer, she is just one of these people i enjoy being around you know?
The girls *adored* her and both just took to her straight away, she started this adorable "bouncy baby" thing with Eilidh whereas all you have to say to Eilidh is "where is the bouncy baby" and she starts bouncing up and down.
The change from the norm has really done me good, it was great having another girl around the place to chat to and we even managed a girly night out on Friday. I have stayed up way to late the last few nights and chatted way to much but its been a blast. We only get to see each other every few years so im going to miss her :(

Stay Tuned

2007-10-20T08:00:00.000Z

Kinda busy at the moment, my cousin from Canada is currently visiting so computer time is short. To busy enjoying real life for a change :) . Regular programming should resume tomorrow

Wordles Wednesday - Hair Today

2007-10-17T19:47:00.000Z

(Ok so not completly wordless, but yes some pics of me on the blog. And im well aware the pictures are crappy - its hard taken a self potrait)

Now head over to http://www.wordlesswednesday.com/ for more pics

Been Busy

2007-10-15T18:24:00.000Z

Gosh these girls are keeping me busy just now.
The days are just going by way to fast, come the evenings i am exhausted and unable to do anything but think of sleep. I think its having two toddlers that do it - Eils sure is a spirted little girl who can go and go (and go and go). Im loving it but have never felt so burnt out in my life.

We went to a local play centre today and both girls had such a wonderful time, Eilidh for the first time was right in the middle of it all playing and having a ball. It was so scary letting her do it but couldn't for the life of me stop her.
She now has a whole two teeth and a bunch of new words (did i mention apple before? , Auntie , No and Yum are ones she added in the last few days) .
Wind The Bobbing Up has fast became Rebecca's favorite song (thanks playgroup) and its sung dozens of times each day. So much so that Eilidh is now joining in with the actions and can even tell whats coming next. Each day is bringing new words and milestones for Rebecca and im loving being able to communicate with her more and more.
Eilidh is also starting to understand alot more, mention your going to a certain room and she can lead the way - ask for an object and she will go and get it.

Eilidh also turned 11 months old today, one month to go till the big 1

Desktop Meme Part 2

2007-10-12T13:25:00.000Z

As promised a picture of the desktop on my computer, its normally not got so many icons but i was just transferring some pictures of my niece from a cd i found. Isn't she cute?

She is only about 6 weeks old in these pics.

Also on the desktop is the last new episode of Hero's (i know we are bad but we would have to wait months to see it here) and a file of DHs i guess.
The background picture changes pretty often, normally once or twice a week.

Im Still Doing WHAT?

2007-10-12T09:04:00.000Z

This is not a topical blog, im not trying to set the world on fire or bring about debates. There are plenty of wonderful ones out there already , all im wanting to do is have a lovely record of my children's life's and if other wants to read it that's great.

My parenting "style" i guess falls towards AP - or attachment parenting as its otherwise known. We co-sleep, breastfeed, refuse to cio (leave a child to cry it out) , delay solids - amongst others.
I try to be free with my parenting and really believe in letting the child lead the way with alot of things , i still have guilt over forcing Rebecca to start solids at 6 months just because that was the "magical" age - she was clearly not ready. I let them make messes and run around naked, let them choose crazy outfits and now and then eat cake at 6am. My eldest may not be toilet trained, know her abcs or all her numbers but i know she will in time. For me i would much rather she learned what they really mean and say then rather than just recite of something she has memorised.
People act shocked when the realise Rebecca still shares our bed, but for the moment its how we all sleep best so surly that's what matters? (And yes i do feel bad for Eilidh stuck in her cot all alone while we are snuggled up, i have to remind myself over and over its what she prefers)

Even more so that co-sleeping there is one topic guaranteed to raise an eyebrow of two - im still breastfeeding. Yes of course the 11 month old is still feeding, in my world that's to be expected and completely normal but when people realise my *shock* 28 month old is still feeding all sort of comments are made.
Recently this topic came up on a email group im on, comments such as "sick,sick,sick" were made . Was told that a child over one should not be "sucking on my tits" instead if we must give breast milk give it in a cup.
Both of these offended me, i completely understand not everybody gets the extended breastfeeding but to call it "sick" is unfair , people try to demoralise it and turn it into something sexual and wrong.
Are you aware the World Health Organisation recommend breastfeeding for a *minimum* of TWO YEARS and then for as long as both mother and child are happy. That the worldwide average weaning age is 4.2 years of age? . Breasts are for feeding and its makes me so angry that others see something wrong in the nutrients and comfort i can still provide my toddler.

Desktop MeMe Part 1

2007-10-11T09:56:00.000Z

Was tagged by the lovely Shannon
for the desktop meme . I was going to wait till later and take part when on my computer instead of dhs laptop but figured i could do both :)

* Upon receiving this tag, immediately perform a screen capture of your desktop. It is best that no icons be deleted before the screen capture so as to add to the element of fun. You can do a screen capture by: Going to your desktop and pressing the Print Scan (PrtScn) key. Open a graphics program (like Picture Manager, Paint, or Photoshop) and do a Paste (CTRL + V). If you wish, you can “edit” the image, before saving it.

* Post the picture on your blog. You can also give a short explanation on the look of your desktop just below it if you want. You can explain why you preferred such a look or why is it full of icons–things like that.

* Tag five people, and ask them to give you a free view of their desktops as well.

Pretty boring really . No background and a few university realted icons

Well i tag

Jessica
Tiffany
Cathy
Mandy Jo
Christina

Pics,Pics and More Pics

2007-10-08T18:10:00.000Z

Not shared in ages, to tired to type much. Includes my big pack of birthday chocs, Eils asleep in the highchair and my lovely bracelet my niece got me for my birthday.

The Best Laid Plans

2007-10-07T18:15:00.000Z

Thank you to everyone for the concern over my tooth, got an appointment at the dentist tomorrow. Im just so grateful that im still receiving free dental treatment of the cost would be way out of our league (All pregnant women receive free prescriptions and dental care, you also get it for the first pp year).

I did have a longer post planned for tonight but im not sure how much time im going to have to type, both girls have coughs and colds. Rebecca keeps waking up with coughing fits, so here is my last few days in note form :)

- DH and i went shopping yesterday without kids, really weird. Got some great bargains and picked up myself 5 new tops, 7 pairs of underwear , new smart black trousers and a new jacket. Still got money left too.

- Had a friend around in the evening for a few drinks, was nice to socialise with a childless person for a change, DH and him left around 10 so i could go to bed.

- 4 hours later DH comes home after my upset texts, both girls been up and down all night and i have not made it to sleep yet. Rebecca is wide awake and refusing to sleep . Thankfully he takes over and lets me get some sleep (was after 2am at this point)

- Girls both up at 6.30am, then both fights naps. Finally get Rebecca down at 11am and i get to get a short nap (thankfully DH was there as Eilidh got up around 11.15am)

- Today was nice at least, went for a lovely family lunch and a small shopping trip. Got Rebecca a cute new outfit and picked up some art supplies for her .

Now im just hoping she stays asleep long enough to maybe let me have a bath , could do with a long soak right now.

And Its Gone

2007-10-05T09:54:00.000Z

My tooth just fell out, i mean how does a (just turned) 26 year olds tooth just fall out? . Now this tooth has had a problem for a while, it part crumbled when pregnant with EJ . Fillings and root treatment followed but i really thought it would be fine after that.
Now its been hurting lately and i kept meaning to make a dentist appointment but just never got around to it, this morning is decided to split on me. Okay - it was annoying but not so much when half decided to fall out leaving me with a horrible black tooth underneath (well filling rather than tooth). 10 minutes later that decided to fall out to and im now one tooth down, the gum feels so strange but thankfully doest hurt.
Im just grateful that's its a back molar and not noticeable unless i smile really wide.

Guess its true that "For every pregnancy you lose a tooth" , i never had problems like these pre-preggers

I Signed Up For PPP

2007-10-04T20:25:00.000Z

I have been coming across the posts from Pay Per Post alot lately, i thought it sounded like an amazing way to earn some extra funds . Being in the UK i dismissed the idea and assumed i wouldn't be accepted. As you can see though i am now a member , if you have never heard of the company please check it out. Earn money WHILE blogging, life really doesn't get much better than that.

Please visit payperpost

Proud To Call Her Mine

2007-10-03T18:27:00.000Z

Firstly a *big* thank you to everyone for the birthday wishes, i feel so loved. I had a lovely meal out , even managed to squeeze myself into a pair of size 14 trousers (thats size 12 pants to those outside UK). Its so nice to get some kid free time now and then.

I have been wanting to write about Rebecca for a while now, i feel i can go on about how wonderful Eilidh is and do not give my other baby enough air time. Can i just say how incredibly proud i am that she is my girl? She is funny, clever and just so much fun to be around.
This week i was doing parent duty at her playgroup , and it was wonderful to see how she is settling. At one point i was stopping Eilidh from destroying the place (AGAIN) and turned around to see Rebecca sitting around a table with three other children , they were "playing" with the kitchen set and all passing food around the table and pretending to eat it. I felt my eyes fill with tears just seeing this, some people may wonder "whats the big deal" . Just a few weeks ago she would refuse to go near the other children, she would play by herself in the corner and if someone came near her walk off. Its amazing to me how much growth she has made recently , im so glad we decided to keep her at playgroup and not stop her going.
She is loving so many areas of it and when the teacher mentioned signing Rebecca was the first to go and get ready and started "singing" Wind The Bobbing Up. Again a few weeks back she would be sitting in the corner just watching almost afraid to join in.
I get so excited thinking how she will be a few weeks time.

Can you believe this post has taken me around 48 hours to write? Been so busy the last few days, now Eilidh is napping and Rebecca is running around like crazy eating grapes and playing with her dolly - ohh and a stupid tooth of mine just split - how does a tooth split in two? Got the dentist on Monday now

Happy Birthday To Me

2007-10-02T09:18:00.000Z

Today i turn 26 years young.

I have had a lovely day so far, i got lovely cards (which of course Rebecca had to open) from the girls and DH and the biggest box of chocolates ever (seriously , will share a pic later when on my computer) - there guylvan Belgium's and just so yum (esp the praline shells) . The digital camera i got a few months back was my early "big" birthday gift, we also ordered a new king size bed last week as a sort of birthday gift (our current bed is badly broken, we are sleeping on a slope just now) .

Tonight DH and i are going out with my parents for a lovely meal, how cool will that be? A actual meal without children and adult conversation. Saturday i am going a child free shopping trip to spend some birthday money (plus get to shop for stuff two sizes smaller than 3 months ago) and we are planning a wee birthday drink Saturday night.

Eilidh got me a birthday gift in the shape if her first tooth :) - I noticed it when she bit my finger this morning while opening the cards . She never fussed, cried or acted any diffrent and slept perfectly well least night
Can i really be so lucky to get another wonderful teether? . Rebecca has had the odd painful teeth but for the most part they just appear out of no where (including her molars, i noticed the other week she has gotten her 2nd year molars in at some point . No idea when that happened) . With Eilidhs flare for drama i was really expecting her to act as if the world was ending ,but so far so good.

I have also been looking at my life alot lately, i have been talking to a couple of old school friends and have really realised how diff rent my life could be. I could have a high paid job, multiple qualifications, live in any country in the world , spend my days and night partying, spend all my time using drugs - lots of bad and good options.
BUT i look at my life and realise i am exactly where i want to be, i don't think for 26 years old i have done that bad. My life is still ahead of me and im so grateful for that. I wanted to share the top things that make my life so grate.

1 - My wonderful DH, i never really thought i would find someone like him. He is a wonderful guy and an amazing father. I stil get butterfly's thinking about him and get so excited when i have not seen him for a while. He is really the love of my life

2 - My girls , both wonderful and amazing children. There both healthy and adorable and what more could a mother want?

3 - My parents , im incredible lucky to have both parents still together and living so close. They would both do anything for me and the girls , there so supportive and just amazing people.

4- My sister and niece, they both have there moments but i just adore them both. Even more importantly my girls are crazy about them. Im so lucky to not only have a sister being so much a part of my life but also a best friend.

5- My In Laws, I am also so lucky to have wonderful in laws, Rebecca just adores her Uncle Graeme and they both love there gran. She is always so wonderful to me and the girls and im so grateful not to be stuck with a "monster in law"

6 - My home, our current home may not be the place we want to live forever - its small and with no garden. But its ours, we own it and have put alot of time and effort into doing it up .Im so glad we decided to buy instead of rent, property prices are crazy around here and its already worth around £40,000 more than what we paid 3 years ago.

7 - The future, we have such an exciting one ahead of us. Dh is in his last year of uni and im going to be starting the accounts course. At the moment we just about get buy financially but it will not always be like that. Its wonderful to know there so many opportunities going to come our way.

Sleepy Stories (And DoggyTo)

2007-10-01T09:59:00.000Z

Unexpected Sleeping

Both my girls tend to sleep during there routine times , i very let them sleep outwith them (i know it sounds so cruel, its not really . Most of the time i know its not worth letting them having a 5 minute nap if its going to lead to them being up all evening) .
What is funny is that in less than 24 hours both girl fell asleep on there own during strange times. Last night it was Eilidh during dinner (poor thing had refused to nap that day) and this morning while i was getting Eilidh down for morning nap Rebecca was sitting in the living room watching a little tv (she normally plays with daddy but he is now back at school) . After Eilidh was down i came through and there was Rebecca sound asleep on the couch.

Playing Doggy

Rebecca loves to pretend she is a doggy and will crawl about on all fours , pick up and object in her mouth and bring it to someone to take off her. Funny thing is the last few days Eilidh is starting to "copy" and will toddle about with some silly object in her mouth looking way to adorable.

Bad Mummy

This morning i really was going for the worst mummy in the world award, Eilidh woke super early at 4.45am and i went to try and get her back to sleep. Of course Rebecca woke to so i took Rebecca and dh Eilidh. Eilidh did go back down after a bit but Rebecca was awake (hence the passing out this morning) . Please tell me other mums out there give there kids chocolate and turn on there tv shows at 5am in the hope they will stay curled up in there arms and let them sleep for a little bit longer?

Sleep, Not Talk

Again on the topic of this morning, why is it Eilidh was in her cot for 9.30am - but at 10.45am she was still awake and talking up a storm. Its 11.12am now and i have not heard anything for a while so assuming she is asleep. She was perfectly happy and playing so i just left her to it.

BSM - Fight

2007-10-01T08:30:00.001Z

Now much to show for this week again, guess I'm having a off few weeks with the camera. But i do like these series of shots

Its started of so nice, My sister and niece in a "mother daughter shot"

Then came along Eilidh, who lately has been showing her jealous side and not letting anyone else gets hugs but her.

She even goes as far as trying to push my niece off my sister (Eilidh is 10 months and my niece is 5 in Nov)

It ends nicely though when Rebecca spots whats going on and comes to join in

Now click the above button for more best shots

I Would Like To Blog

2007-09-29T18:19:00.000Z

I would love to be writing something interesting tonight but im just *way* to tired. I have no idea whats up with me the last few days, the girls are sleeping great but im exhausted all afternoon and evening. Think i may be coming down with something as being feeling kinda blah - spent about 30 minutes with my head in the toilet the other afternoon :)

May not be around much the next few days, trying to relieve some pressure on myself - due to blogging, commenting on blogs, reading and writing emails and sorting out my pictures and videos im getting more stressed when on the computer than not. I think im going to spend tonight playing some silly games .

Sleepover Times 2

2007-09-26T19:42:00.000Z

How cute are they?

My sister is away to a concert tonight, as my parents are away i offered to take Courtney so she could still go. All kids have been on there best behaviour and are all snuggled up sounds asleep now. Thinking im not going to get much bed tonight.

And just cause i want to a pic of my other cutie taken today

How Not To Get A Long Lie

2007-09-26T06:29:00.000Z

Now please let me know if I'm being unreasonable but dh is still on his summer holidays (till next Monday sob) , he works Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. All i ask if for
him to get up with the girls once a week. Is that , that mean of a request? OK he moans
about it but for the most part does do it. He had a few weeks off from doing it while
he had re-sits , then one week where he was dealing with Eilidh till *shock* 2am and said he couldn't get up with them as he was up to late (because i have that option ALL THE TIME) . Last week Rebecca got up so late that i wasn't tired anymore so just played the computer for a while while DH dealt with the girls.

Which lead me to this morning...........

4.50am - Rebecca wakes up, mad panic over her dummy. Get her a new one and she takes Milkys and starts to settle again. Starts coughing.

5am - Goes between trying to go back to sleep and having a coughing fit

5.10am - She (we) give up and admit that she is now up for the day. She plays around in the bed.

5.20 - DH finally gets out of bed and goes to do his morning essentials (you know bathroom, drink, sit around for a while).

5.30 - Im finally free, Rebecca is with DH and Eilidh is still sleeping and go and curl up in my bed (all alone which is rare) and start to go back to sleep.

6.00 - Wake up hearing DH moaning at Rebecca, she then proceeds to bang something or other and this goes on for ages.

6.30 - Im just falling asleep when Eilidh wakes up, i wait (and wait) for DH to go and get her but eventually go and do it myself. Switch the computer on to read email while i feed and get moaned at, go through the living room.

As you can guess i never did get to go back to sleep, DH is in the living room with the kids and not happy with me for sitting in here playing the computer. He gets to sleep in 6 days out of 7, and that's with no interruptions . I could so see him taken Rebecca in the mornings while i woke up (NOT) .

Ugg sorry for moaning, it was my last chance to sleep in for a while and i missed it again.

The one good thing is Eilidh seems to be back to sleeping all night again on a regular basis and its wonderful . Still not 100% what the problem is but i guess it could of been because she was working on walking i have heard that can cause sleep problems.
Part of me is worried it was because she was cold at nights, we put her in her sleeping bag last week and she has slept great since. I feel so guilty over it, she does have blankets in the cot but wriggles so much she ends up uncovered. It does make sense as she would go down fine at first but later on would scream and refuse to back down in the cot. I feel like such a bad mummy over it :(

BSM - Many Things

2007-09-24T20:32:00.000Z

I have had a hard time coming up with a best shot this week, i have not taken many pictures and today took dozens trying to come up with one. None really stood out but decided to include a few of my favorites so i could still play.

Click the above icon to see more amazing shots

Weekly Thoughts

2007-09-22T18:14:00.000Z

Shoes

Silly i know but this week we took the girls shoe shopping, Rebecca really needed a new pair of trainers (aren't they adorable) and we were going to get Eilidh her first pair of "real" shoes. Turns out Eilidh has super small feet and couldn't find anything that fitted her without paying a small fortune , so we are going to wait a while and hope they grow. She only really needs the walking shoes for outdoors anyway and i doubt she will doing much outside walking just now.

My Parents

My mum and dad are on holiday just now ,2 weeks in Gran Canaria doest that just sounds wonderful? . Im just missing them like crazy, its not just Friday night dinner but more just talking to my mum. Most mornings we spend a good hour or so on the phone chatting, what about? I don't have a clue but i love doing it. Looking forward to them getting home.

Sleep

As explained in yesterdays post, last night was another wonderful night - Rebecca woke at 8.00am this morning and of course never napped again. Im sort of getting used to the idea and have spent ages looking for fun things to do with the girls in the mornings.

My Life

It looks like im going to be busy soon, im starting *two* different study at home courses in the next few weeks. A Bookkeeping one and a Breastfeeding councillor program, both take around 2 years to complete. Once DH is back at uni i have plenty of spare time in the evening.

Big Girl

I have been awful sad looking at Eilidh lately, i cannot believe she is almost one and now a toddler. I miss the tiny baby so much, i love her like crazy but just wish she would slow down a little.

From this

To this

In Ten Months

Couple Of Things

2007-09-21T19:58:00.002Z

I have a few people ask if they can blog the video featured here

Sure go ahead, its not mine or anything to do with me just seen it on Youtube and thought it was to funny not to add.

Also totally forgot but remember this
post? Looks like no one got the answer corret but my little angel had somehow got herself into the jar of coffee and was helping herself - yes she seemed to love it and no she was not up all night :)

To Sleep, To Sleep

2007-09-21T17:35:00.000Z

Im no stranger to sleep deprivation, having a child not sleep through the night till 2 years of age can do that to you. Of course adding a newborn to the situation can make it worse. Does anyone remember this post when i said how much i was loving my sleep. I thought i had got lucky and smugly went along my daily life thinking my baby sleeps all night na na na na (with no Cry it out involved). So of course just when i start to truly except the situation it all goes to hell.

Eilidh has been a nightmare lately, not napping or sleeping well at night. Some nights up for hours at a time and refusing to settle again , a few nights she even passed out in my arms for a few hours which was lovely. I was getting barely more that 3 hours (broken) sleep a night and was pretty miserable.
Things seem to be improving though, the last two nights she slept perfectly all night . Even if tonight is back to being up again having a few nights to catch up on my sleep really helped - and it showed she still can sleep through the night.

Then there is Becca, straight from the beginning she has been an early riser - 5 maybe 5.30am most mornings. The last few weeks she has started getting up around 6 /6.30 am , but her nap time has been getting more and more difficult.
She has totally shocked us the last two days though, yesterday getting up at 7.20 and today 7.40 - and both times i think i woke her up leaving the bed to get Eilidh.
Yesterday she still napped but today she refused, it was the first no nap day for her. To say she was a mess tonight was an understatement and was over tired all day long, even asking to leave the play centre we were at. Its also the reason that its only 6.47 here and both kids have been down for almost an hour.
Its to early to say for sure but i have been feeling the giving up nap thing has been coming for a while, to be honest i would probably prefer to get up at 5am and have the two hours during the day to relax . I missed it today.

I have a feeling I probably just jinked everything by writing this post but figured i got 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep last night (then another 1 1/2 hours after bathroom break) so i deserve to do something stupid.