I'm so glad my parents are here.

Since we found out that Alex was on his way, I've kind of felt as if everything is in turmoil. Having them around kind of makes me calm and centered. I know Ryan must think it's strange; how close I am to them. But I appreciate them. I was the world's worst kid in my teens and even after raising me and going through all the crap I put them through, they still love me. They even think I'm a good mother. Wonders never cease.

I'm really glad, too, that we had Alex baptized at my church. It went remarkably well. He didn't even cry, unlike his siblings. My church is under construction right now, so there was much thumping and shaking. "I claim you in the name of..."SCREECHTHUD"...forever and ever"BOOMROAR..."amen"

Alex started off as a mellow baby, but now, I can't put him down; not even for a second. He cries the second he's put down and only stops when he's picked up and cuddled. I don't mind cuddling him at all, but all the baby-toting is taking its toll on the house. It's a mess. Zachary's latest obsession is overturning the giant Rubbermaid bins we use to store the kids' toys. He will not rest until every single toy is on the playroom floor. Then, for kicks, he goes into the living room and throws some things around in there.

watching: Hawaii on NBC and Lost on ABC

Katie is in school, and she hates it. I can't tell if she's being a drama queen, or if the school really sucks, but I'm uneasy. The work is certainly challenging. She'll never be bored, but I'm worried that she's not making friends.

Speaking of school, it's out. Gotta go pick her up.

Posted by: lisa at September 27, 2004 10:58 AM

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