Abstract Thoughts and Updates

1.  Abby's IEP (Independant Evaluation Plan) meeting is Friday.  Her teacher called me today to tell me not only was Abby the communication "model" for the other children in her class, but that she tested verbally and comprehension wise at 3 1/2 years, which is terriffic!  She started preschool almost a year behind in both, so she is making big strides to age appropriate communicating.

2.  I bought a curtain (painter's drop cloths) and rod for our bedroom.  After years of buying projects for Mike to do, I still haven't learned when the box says "All Mounting Included" it still means it's not all there... and when you bring the project out for Mike at 9:00pm for him to do, it's too late for the project to be done that night.  (because you still have to buy the extra mountings at Lowe's)  darn, I'm gonna have to wait till tomorrow.

3.  Mike has finally finished school.  I have a guy with a bachelors, who isn't one!  Yeah us!

4.  Pertaining to item #2, Abby was "wowed" by Mike holding the long curtain rod and called him "Big and Strong."  I think it pleased him.

5.  My girl that I picked out on "America's Next Top Model" just got kicked off.  She was one of the final four.  Not bad choosing, but she isn't going to win either.

6.  We are getting family pictures taken on Saturday.  I don't know what's more nerve-racking...  learning it's suppost to snow or deciding on what we will wear.  Do I go complimentary or matchy matchy?

7.  I just saw an article on Oprah's website on the woman who was attacked by the monkey.  Man, and I thought I had struggles.

8.  I have realized I am one of those people who wishes there were more hours in a day.  I used to think that was a weird thing to say, now I don't want to sleep cause I could be doing something then I am groggy in the morning.  I guess I don't know how to balance my life very well.  What's too much?

Trick or Treating 2009

Abby had a great time being Belle again this year

She went Trick or Treating with Alex
and had a blast!

I'm not really sure what she is doing below.  She didn't get the movie for Halloween, but I guess she wanted a picture with it.  This picture was taken after "Trick or Treating", notice the "crazy eyes" from all the candy and excitement!

To the Fifth Power

My sister has this posted on her blog, it's short and sweet...  and looked like fun so I thought I would give it a spin.
Five North American Cities in Which I'd Seriously Consider Living:

1. Arlington, VA
2. Moses Lake, WA
3. Bakersfield, CA
4. Boise, ID
5. Vancouver, WA

Five Songs to Which I Know all the Words:

1. Touch Me (Samantha Fox)
2. Any commercial Jingle
3. Happy Together (The Turtles)
4. Sweet Dreem (Eurythmics)
5. Royal High School Fight Song


Five Foods I'd Wish to Have in Unlimited Quantities on a Desert Island:

1. Chocolate
2. Corn Chips
3. Burritos
4. Diet Pepsi
5. Creme Brulee'

Five Chores I Should Be Doing Right Now Instead of Blogging:

1. Laundry
2. Making dinner (to put in the fridge for tomorrow)
3. Organizing sack lunches, outfits, Abby's backpack for tomorrow
4. Cleaning a bathroom
5. Tidying up

Five Childhood Friend I'd Love to See Again:

1. Janet
2. Kristi Ann
3. Michelle
4. Carrie
5. Joan

We loved, loved, loved having Hilary with us last week.  Above are pictures we took of her visit.  Thanks for coming Hilary, your visit ranked a "20" on the 1-10 scale; however, Abby is still in recovery.  Reality isn't quite as fun without "birthdays" several times a day.

Please let Steve know the pictures burned to a CD are still on my "to-do list.

Is this still considered "Week 2"?

Well to tell you the truth, when I typed that I would do this every week, I realized I was setting myself up for failures. That being said, four-year-olds don't do everything you want them too (so the clip can "showcase" all the cute things they do)!
This week's clip is of her and her friend Alex. Alex is Abby's best friend, good thing he lives right next door. Cute little pair, they have a sweet way with each other.

I have also placed this one on Youtube, the link is below. Enjoy!

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_uTfR4VtI8

Could 'Old McDonald' have a cuter farm?

Abby loves to sing and I LOVE to hear her. Usually I don't recognize the tune, but this time, not only did I recognize the song right away, but she agreed to sing it on tape! It's the sweetest thing I've heard in a long time. Enjoy!

BTW, for those of you who can't load it on your computer, I have also put it on Youtube.com. The link is below

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWsrH-aCKxs

Weekly Interview with Abby

So I decided that it would be fun, now that Abby's speech is clearing up, to ask her questions on camera. I will try and post a new video every week. Here is this week's post.... pretty cute!