Ok people, no dramatic commentary from me today. Not that there’s a shortage of bitching in these parts, just that I’m about to head out to have lunch with my BFF and ex-work buddy (Wassup Moe-zilla?!). The boys are going to Mary’s so I can do some errands and hubby can immerse himself in touch up paint & wall hangings (as we attempt to spiffy up the house in preparation for the MIL’s visit). So instead, I’m leaving you with some internet awesomeness that I’ve come across in my travels. Too good not to share! In no particular order:

• Sweetheart Moments: A mommy blog and a craft blog rolled into one! I’m so in love with this site! And super jealous of this chick’s creativity and organizational skills! She’s got some fabulous ideas. Sorta makes Martha look like a deadbeat
• IKEA Hacker: I’m so excited that I came across this one because I love IKEA! Check out all the creative and inspiring things folks do with items from IKEA. Some really cool hacks!
• jannypie crafts: Another craft blog, but definitely not ordinary. She’s got some really nice tutorials and some super cute (free) blogger templates (if you’re into that sort of thing). Yeah that’s the Wordpress snob in me.
• behind the seams: A Mom, Etsy-er, and humble craft blogger. Another talented Super Mom! How do you ladies do it? Send some of that energy my way please! I just love seeing how people set up their craft rooms and her room is awesome!
• Perrys’ Plate: This one might just make a foodie out of me! Ok, not really. I like to EAT. Lords knows I don’t like to COOK much. But I’m tryin’!
• Vista Icons: Totally cute icons to personalize your PC. I spent way too much time last night downloading and changing out all my important icons. And yeah, I’m running Windows Vista. Because I’m cool like that.
• Microsoft Office Planner Templates: an anal retentive organization junkie’s DREAM! Download vacation planners, meal planners, Christmas present planners, baby shower planners, camping trip planners, the list goes on! All in Word or Excel format.
• Vertex42: more spreadsheet and template goodness! I’m lovin’ it!
• Feathers, fur and fusing: Last but not least… my talented friend Jan and her blog supporting Blue Cockatoo Glass (her Etsy shop). She loves to tinker with bits of glass and comes up with some really cute stuff. Love the sun/moon magnets!

So today is my first official day of being unemployed. Technically it was yesterday, but since I used to have Mondays off – I’m calling it today. So how did it go you ask? [deep breath] …

It’s fine now. Kids are napping. We took them for haircuts and to IKEA for lunch (and to buy a super cheap coffee table I saw when I was there last week with my friend Jan). Gavin did REALLY well with his haircut this time. It turns out the trick is to give him a lollipop. Doy! He’s never had one before, so he was so involved with mackin’ on it, he didn’t mind the scissors or clippers this time. Didn’t even notice! Quentin on the other hand… OhMyFREAKINGod. He was TERRIBLE! He was screaming bloody murder!!!! Not even Philip could hold him down. At one point we thought we were going to have to take him home with literally half his hair cut! He was bawling, bright red, and all booger-y. He was a HOT MESS! It was very traumatic for EVERYONE in that store – especially Philip. I also feel sorry for the one customer trying to get her haircut in peace. I’m sorry lady! I’ve had my tubes tied, I promise you!

Then I was suddenly hit by an awful bout of diarrhea (definitely the stress) and had to make a beeline for Fry’s with Gavin, who also smelled like he needed a serious diaper change. Turns out he was just seriously FARTING. When we got back to Cost Cutters, Quentin was finally done and it was Philip’s turn. Quentin’s hair turned out okay. Still a little long on top, but considering the screaming demon child she had to work with, the hairdresser did pretty well. One girl completely gave up on him and another girl had to step in. Philip was pretty stressed at that point, sweating buckets! Both boys were overheated too. I was also all sweaty and my stomach was still pretty jacked up. I walked them over to Jack in the Box in 110 degree heat and got them a Strawberry/Banana smoothie to share. THANK GOD I stood my ground and demanded we take the stroller, when Philip and I were standing in the driveway arguing about it. I have no idea how we would have managed without it! I would have crapped my pants trying to CARRY Gavin over to Fry’s in time! NO JOKE!!!

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