A few things.

Sitting outside watching my son pick up acorns and throw them in to the bushes! Two months ago he was picking them up and filling up his mouth. Now, that's what I call progress!!

My sister got married, again, on Friday! The entire celebration, from the ceremony to the reception fit them to a T! He plays in a band so of course he played some and sang some- as per request from the bride. It must run in the family, because his dad actually got up and sang while he played the drums!
A great time was had by all!!

T's class went strawberry picking for their last field trip. They had too much fun and we had lots of strawberries to bring home!














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Hi!

Little O is sick! Tay is on spring break. It has rained two of three days this week. I volunteered to do Easter here at my house this year! Yay, for me!
Seriously- I am so thankful that my children have been healthy so far in their lives. It must be so hard and heartbreaking to have a child with a chronic illness.
~Today I tried a craft from Pinterest resulting in an EPIC FAIL. It was so bad that Tay wanted to go watch TV instead of the craft. Oh well- I tweaked it and turned it into something else. Waiting for it to dry. So we shall see.
~We registered Tay for Kindergarten last week. Her birthday is late so she had to wait a year. We received a supplies list and what did I do? I cried! I am gonna embarrass myself and her on her first day.
~O is saying "hi!" to EVERYTHING and everybody! Our next door neighbor's dog barks alot and everytime he barks, O throws up his hand in a wave and says "Hi!" He's getting lots of practice!!
~I have been trying to purge around my house. Notice I said trying! I feel like I throw away one thing, turn around and four more took its place. I definitely need a third party to help me get rid of stuff. But it cannot be my mom she is as bad as I!
~My sister is getting married in a couple of weeks! So excited for her and her future hubby!
~We went to The Kite Festival last weekend! The kids had a BLAST. But it was h.o.t. hot!

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Mr. One-derful

We celebrated Owen's first birthday a couple of weeks ago. The weather was perfect and everyone had a wonderful time.

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Big girl panties

I have let myself and my family down. Who at 35 with two kids and a husband who has an awesome job doesn't pay their bills and their water gets cut off? Oh and can't get it back on until Monday? Me, that's who.

Why am I having such a difficult time getting it together? I CANNOT seem to grasp the concept that I have two littles depending on me for EVERYTHING. And this is the example I put forth. Pathetic. I am not sure what I need to do to get it together but it must happen today!! I cannot continue to allow my life to run all over me. I need to put on my big girl panties and deal with life. I need to put the phone down, turn off the television, get out of the bed and GET IT TOGETHER!!
Right now my life is spiraling out of control and I need to try and regain control,
Alrighty, enough of the Debbie downer. Now, I must try and get my life in order. Tomorrow is a new day and I will try and begin anew. Looking forward to a new chapter in my life and I will try everything I can to make it a good one!

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Ketchup

Catch up.
I really like having a blog, but as a SAHM I often feel like I don't have anything to talk/write about. But I feel like there is stuff I want to say. Here goes-
My husband and I and my best friend Re went down to NOLA to enjoy the sights, sounds, and festivities that are Mardi Gras! Even though it rained on Saturday, we got stuck in traffic with some horses, had an accident involving a pedi-cab, and had an "incident" with a barricade on Bourbon we still managed to have an AWESOME time!
Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, we brought my daughter down for the night. She had a BLAST! It was her first real Mardi Gras and I can definitely say it will not be her last. We got stand tickets outside our hotel so I felt more comfortable being able to contain her and keep an eye on her easier. She also had red beans and rice at Mother's and the next day we had beignets at Cafe Du Monde with Owen too!

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I saw a woman

I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror today and did not like what I saw.
I was in Target getting groceries and naturally Tay had to go potty. We went into the bathroom and Tay is wanting to be a big girl so I let her go into the stall by herself. As I am standing there waiting for her I caught a glimpse of my self in the mirror and I did not like what I saw.
I saw a very tired woman in her 30's with a baby on her hip.
I saw a woman who cannot seem to wrap her head around the fact that she is the role model for two young children.
I saw a woman who is insecure in her ability to be a good mother and good wife.
I saw a woman who is trying to take delight in the small things in her life.
I saw a woman who has been blessed with two healthy children, a loving husband, and a wonderful family.
I saw a woman who struggles on a daily basis to make everyone happy.
I saw a woman who needs a good night's sleep.
I saw a woman who needs to take better care of herself.
I saw a woman who needs to lighten up on herself.
I saw a woman who loves her children more than herself.
I saw a woman who is the best friend you will ever have.
I saw a woman who has a quick wit and a very sarcastic tongue.
I saw a woman who is in desperate need of a make over.
I saw a woman who has so much to give if she would just get out of her own way.
I saw me.

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Dear So and So.....

Dear Baton Rouge drivers,
Traffic would move a lot faster if everyone would use their accelerator. Oh, and put down the phone.
Impatiently waiting,
K

Dear driver up in my trunk,
The closer you get, the slower I go. True story.
Back off,
K

Dear Son,
Not sure if it's restless leg syndrome or what but enough with the kicking while trying to go to sleep.
Your bruised mama,
K

Dear Tay,
Thank you for a GREAT afternoon! I really appreciate you curbing the whining!
Pleased as punch,
Mommy

Dear American politicians,
Stop! You are suppose to be helping the very people who voted your asses into office, not bickering amongst yourselves.
Please reconsider the pipeline,
K

Dear Hubby,
Love you!
Me


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Why hello there.

I have written this post many times in my head I just haven't had the time or the energy to put pen to paper.
~Owen is now 10 months old and this whole mother of two thing is killing me!
~Just before the New Year we finally sold our house!! It could not have come at a better time.
~My wonderful husband gave me a girls night out with my best friend in New Orleans with tickets to see the SAINTS play on Monday Night Football! It was so awesome that I still felt it 2days later!
~Taylor is getting comfortable with the idea of being a big sister. Sometimes she just LOVES her baby brother too much!
~I have been a SAHM for over a year now and it is the hardest j.o.b. I have ever had!
~I am not sure that I am doing a great job but I am doing the best I can.

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Dear So and so......

Dear Carty kids,
I promise you won't miss anything if you close your eyes and go to sleep.
Thanks,
Your very tired mama.

Dear Owen,
How is it possible that a 5 month old can produce so much drool?
Love,
Your soaking wet mama.

Dear Owen's teeth,
Just break through already!
Signed,
current investor in Ora-jel.

Dear Ora-jel Naturals,
Thank you.
Sincerely,
A very satisfied customer.

Dear neighbor,
Bet you didn't know that it was me that called the courtesy officer when you went off on your child like that last night? If I have to turn up music so my own children can't hear you through the walls maybe you should take a step back and count to 10. If it happens again I will call the police instead.
Signed,
A concerned mama.

Dear everyone,
Please pray for this sweet baby and his family.
http://randycourtneytripproth.blogspot.com/
Go here.
Signed,
Just another mother.


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Happy 4th!

I hope everyone had a terrific holiday weekend! I know we did.

Happy 4th from the Cartys!

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