New Haircut

From time to time I like to experiment with a new haircut. I got the notion when I saw this adorable hairstyle on a lady that goes to my church. I desperately wanted to take a picture of it and take it in with me to the salon. But I thought she might think I was a little weird asking her to say "cheese".

The last time I went this drastic was during post pardoned depression with Riley. Bad mistake.....

So, today (Tuesday) I told my hair dresser to chop it off! It is a short stack in the back as it gets longer on the sides. I absolutely love it! It's still all one length, but it feels so much better! I'll eventually post a picture of the new hairdo in a couple of days.

At least I have a style for my upcoming trip to Dallas!

In a few days.....

I will be in an airplane heading for Dallas, TX.

A couple of my friends and I are going to the MOPS Convention on Thursday and returning on Sunday. For those of you that are not familiar with MOPS, it is a ministry for stay at home moms with young children. (ages birth to 6 years of age) We are driving to Raleigh, NC (to keep the cost down) and then taking a direct flight into Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport.

I am really looking forward to it, but I keep thinking about all the things that I need to take care of before I leave. Things like color my hair, making time for a hair cut, etc... The list goes on.

Thankfully, we live near Brent's family and the girls are planning on going to Grandma and Grandpa's house for a sleep over while I'm having some much needed "me" time. It works out really well because Brent doesn't have to take off from work. One less thing for me to worry about.

I'm going to miss my girls and Brent, but sometimes mommies need a break from time to time.

Birthday Presents

Brent did good. He always gives me the best gifts for my birthday. But he out done himself this year with a 2 x 3 ft canvas of the girls. He always ask me what I want for my birthday, but somehow he seems to surprise me every year.

The only thing I wanted from him was a nice ice bucket. I know it seems silly, but I have always wanted one. From the pictures, you can tell he knows me very well.

Thank you honey, I love you!

Over Whelmed......

to say the least.

Most people know that allergies are very common in our household. Brent with his tree nut allergies, Riley with peanut allergies and Campbell with shellfish allergies. These are three items that we have learned to live without. It has become second nature to us.

Until, yesterday.

My MIL and I took the girls to an Allergy Specialist yesterday for some clarification on a few issues. One being Riley's Eczema and another being Campbell's constant sneezing and runny nose. I was fairly confident that the shellfish and peanut allergy would be present during the testing process and possibly pets and a few outdoor irritants.

I was right.

Although, I was completely caught off guard with Riley's allergy results. She is also allergic to eggs and wheat. I did not see that coming. She has never had a reaction to them. Unless her reaction is the Eczema. I took her to a local hospital this morning for blood work to find out more answers. I should have the results by Monday.

Needless to say I am extremely over whelmed with this news.

Thankfully, God never puts anything on us that we can't handle. So, with God's help everything will be fine and life will be back to normal soon.

For now, Riley will eat a lot of meat, veggies, yogurt, and cheese. It could be so much worse.

May I Be Excused?

We have taught Campbell to ask, "May I be excused?" before she can leave the table after a meal. Hoping it will rub off on Riley as well.

After breakfast and lunch today Riley has been repeating the same phrase immediately after Campbell. She tries her best in her own baby language, but we can definitely tell that is what she is saying.

I just love good manners.

Baby #3

That's right......we are expecting baby #3 on April 1st. I am 11 weeks and 1 day at the moment. This was somewhat of a shock to all of us, but we are excited about having another little Munsey running around the house.

I've been meaning to write about this for a few weeks now, but the nausea was getting the best of me. Now that it is under control (with medication), I am starting to feel better and have more energy to keep up the blog.

Brent is hoping for a boy. I honestly could care less just as long as it is healthy.

I'll keep you updated.

It made my day

Riley and I went grocery shopping today. One of the things on my grocery list was a bottle of Marsala wine. This will be my first attempt at making Chicken Marsala. I love it at the local Italian Restaurants. So, why not make it for myself?

We were at the checkout line and the sales associate rung up the wine and asked for my ID. I was stunned.

Really?

I proudly pulled out my wallet and flashed my ID at her.

That just made my day!

First Day of School

Campbell had her first day of Preschool today. I was a little nervous for her because she cried when I left the room during orientation. Although, on the way to drop her off this morning she seemed very calm. A lot calmer than I was.

When I dropped her off the teacher invited her in and that was all it took. She simply walked in and didn't look back. Campbell even told the teacher that I was taking Riley to playgroup while she is in school. It didn't even phase her one bit.

Campbell was all smiles when I picked her up after school. She told me she was ready to go back to school on Monday.

I knew she would love it!

I have to admit it was a little strange only having one child for part of the day. Although, I can definitely get used to this!