Confessions of teens mom #4

Growing up I didn't give too much thought to how my parents behaved when they were teenagers. I do know my dad had it rough, my mom not so much but not spoiled. But regardless of financial circumstances, how were they as teenagers? Did they get in trouble or were they goody goody? I was a daddy's girl, but still had to abide by the "rules of the house" and it didn't matter if it made me upset or not. I do remember some more rebellious moments of my teenage years and now wonder what my parents were thinking? Did they want to strangle me? Gave up on trying at times (4th child!) or did they think, "Hey, been through it, it's now her turn"? As my kids are challenging me on daily basis, I think back on how I handled some of the same situations and how parents reacted. And I have to say... I think I got the better end of the deal! My parents didn't work at the school I attended, my group of church friends had my back (cause I had theirs), I didn't have a cell phone so they could keep tabs on me, I didn't live in a small town where everyone knew me and reported to my parents. So, is it fair that I am on my kids non stop? I see, hear, read things that my parents would have never been able to. Am I just overbearing and not allowing my kids to grow and learn from their mistakes? Or am I preventing them from stupid mistakes that could ruin their future lives? How to balance the difficult things that the today's youth goes through that it was not a problem when I was growing up or when my parents were teenagers. Parenthood is the most challenging task that a person goes through as we try to balance what was learned, what the kids should learn, and the evolvement of each generation. Wow! Life just got super complicated!!!!  I hope my kids will understand some day that I am not perfect (even tho I say I am!) and that all that I do, is with the best intention to make them model citizens and be successful in whatever they decide to do in the future.  

Here is to many more days of second guessing my decisions and arguments! 

L.O.L (Lots of Love!)

Confessions of teens mom #3

Well... We r that age! No, not the terrible twos but the disgusting, horrible, nightmarish 16! Junior year, spring time, and he KNOWS all and WANTS all regardless if he deserves or not. Oh yeah... He is always right! Pfff... Nothing we do is good enough, we are the meanest parents, we are dumb and cheap. I know I will regret saying this BUT.... Is it time for college yet?!?!?!

Prom is around the corner and we have been making him work to earn some money... Wow! That is the end of the world! His friends are getting everything handed to them and they get to drive to prom... Sorry buddy! You belong to your unconsidered and cheap parents! We just spent $400 to rent tux, and we just wanted him to feel like he contributed to paying for something), tickets, flowers, and still waiting to hear the PLAN! And sorry we have a van and you are not legally eligible to drive other people. 

Yes, I am mean, cheap, and obey the law (for the most part)! I am trying to raise a responsible, caring, law abiding citizen here! 

PS: I'm excited to take prom pics with him and his date. It is a big deal to attend prom! (I can only guess... Never went!)

L.O.L. (Lost of Love) 

Confession of teens mom#2

Have you ever felt like what is YOURS,  Belongs to everyone else? While kids were growing up, I had to sacrifice my sleep, my mealtime, my looks (many days looked like a hobo!), new pair of jeans, shoes, etc. so the kids could have the latest apparel that would last a whole month if they didn't grow out if it before than. Today... I guess I have to borrow the van when I want to use it. WTH???? Seriously???? The joys of motherhood! 

Confessions of teens mom#1

Small town festivals are not exciting anymore since I don't have little ones. Hated when they were little and having to chase them around and hope the money lasted for the entire almond blossom weekend. Now kids go on their own and really don't want me around and I really don't feel like going and being around a bunch of people. But feeling weird about the entire thing! Never happy, I guess! 

First day of teaching!

My first day of teaching ha it's up and down. The kids were wonderful and in their best behavior but I know soon it will all change. However, I am going to keep a positive attitude and hope they know better then try anything with me. Since we try to treat them as if they are in junior high (we are a k-8 school), I will teach the ELA and one portion of pre-algebra.
I am so excited to be doing something I have been working towards for the past THOUSAND years!!!
Here is the down side, one of my test to complete the credential program expired in May and now not sure if I will get the paper needed to teach. Options... They will either find a waiver and keep me working or I will have to go back to my previous job as a librarian (worst case scenario) so please send positive thoughts my way.
Brent had a great first day as a sophomore. The curse of sophomore year truly exist and I can already see it come out. Hopefully football will keep him in line!
Tori is an 8th grader... She is partially in my class during the day. She did great during the first day of school and is super excited about this school year.
Ready for day 2! BRING IT!!!

Weight...

Gain... Lose... Gain... Lose... Ugh! Why do we have to eat? Better yet... Why do we have to gain weight when we eat the yummy foods that we all love? Need motivation to get back into running full time and making time for gym classes even if sleep takes a back seat! Keep me in check peeps!!!!

Avila beach

The best spot to be a beach bum!!! Loving the weather and company! Finally tanning and getting my color back!!!