weekend wrap up

Well, nothing like a weekend to remind you of the true meaning of fall in Wisconsin - football, rain, more football and of course... more rain. Drake had his second game of the season on Saturday in a torrential down pour. Like any good mother, I stood, trying to wrangle Grady away from the looming puddles, while watching 20 boys running and tackling each other through sleeting rain. The boys had fun and looked like little mud monsters when they were done. Nothing beats getting tackled in a HUGE mud puddle, and no I am not talking about Grady! I had the good fortune of having my soccer game cancelled on Sunday thus preventing me from a puddle jumping extravaganza. Believe me, there is nothing worse then the smell of soaking wet soccer cleats!!

This weekend also marked a painful loss for the Buckeyes. They obviously did not get the memo about the game on Saturday night. I can't even believe I stayed up to watch most of it. Thinking of the game still pains me. HELLO!! It was suppose to be their time to shine... sigh. No such luck.

Speaking of getting demolished - my childhood house got smooshed this weekend by one of the huge trees in our yard. It makes me so sad to see my old house that way and to think that huge tree is gone. Thankfully no one was hurt but I can't imagine the cost that is going to be involved in trying to fix a century home.

On a happy note, Drake finally got his new glasses. the first pair of glasses made him look like a bug. No seriously, they did. Hubby tried to surprise me by taking Drake to pick them up a few weeks ago. When I walked in the door from work I could not hide my horror. This is what I saw: Scary isn't it?? I feel bad because I think I actually shrieked at the sight of him then had to back peddle because I hurt his feelings. Slap another Bad Mommy Star on the mantle boys and girls! I returned those glasses and out we went to search for new ones. I have not had a chance to snap a picture of his new specs but they are quite dashing. Maybe once he finally pulls out his front tooth that has been loose for months... But that is another story for another day!

the good, the bad, the ugly

The Good - Grady has decided he wants to start potty training. He has been asking for pull-ups for a few weeks now and has been insisting on wearing his swimmies from the summer instead of diapers. I was able to convince him to wear them over his diaper at bedtime but this tactic was wearing thin. On a monthly voyage to Target I opted for the pull-ups instead of the diapers. It pained me to pay the same price for less then half of the diapers you would normally get, but I guess that is the price of success. We introduced the pull-ups this weekend and he was in LOVE!! Just trying to get them off of him was a nightmare. trying to rationalize that there is no reason you should be potty trained at night at 2 and a half and it is Ok to wear a diaper at night time did not bode well. Again I opted for the pull up over the diaper. It seems to be working for now. He stayed in the same pull-up all day yesterday with no accidents!! It was such a glorious day! I am hoping he is still excited as I would love to move on to big boy undies and stash that diaper money in my get-a-way fund. ha ha

The Bad - Do I even need to say? They did it to themselves. I knew within the first minutes of the game, when they scored on the kick off return, that it was all over. It was a complete de ja vu of last years championship game - they scored right away and then forgot to play the rest of the game. They were victims to their own problems. I mean really - could you have anymore personal fouls?? They set LSU up for victory. I could rant and rant but I will withhold for now.

The Ugly - This is how I would describe Grady's face after planting it into the corner of my night stand this morning while wrestling with his brother. (I was in the shower having woke up a half an hour before we were all supposed to leave for school this morning) I hear the blood curdling scream and see Grady run into the bathroom with blood everywhere. Not only did he have a bloody nose but a bloody upper AND lower lip. He wouldn't let me try and stop the bleeding with my sopping wet body and bath towel so the blood spattering in my bedroom looks like a horror film took place there. I am dreading going home and trying to clean it up. Thankfully I replenished my Resolve Carpet Spray supply when I went to Target and got the pull-ups! No time this morning to take a picture but take my word for it, it was not pretty!!

it's game time!!!

The count down has officially begun. It is now only hours until game time. I am so excited to watch this game that I am contemplating putting the boys down extra early so I can enjoy the pre-game show as well. Drake has shown quite the interest in watching the game so I may let him stay up a bit if he follows the "official game" bylaws. There are too many to list and if I did you would definitely think I was a wack job! A girl's gotta have rituals :) One of which is attire.
I already have on my buckeye necklace which ironically Grady keeps trying to confiscate. I tried to let him wear it but he kept insisting on trying to eat it. Sigh.... what is a buckeye girl to do?! So I have now safely placed it out of reach until he is asleep. I am hoping for a better game then last year, yes I do still remember how they were throttled by Florida. And when I finally get the horrific image out of my head my kind and gentle Florida loving neighbor is more then willing to remind me.... damn him!! Off to start the pre-game rituals. OH......IO!!!

oh to be a buckeye fan

I just got my new poster in. Isn't it divine?? Nineteen days till the big game. I just hope they show up this year. Otherwise I will be in a sorry state at work the next day.

On a completely other note.... I can't help but comment on Britney's little sister Jaime. As if the whole Spear's train wreck is not enough, now her sister has jumped on board. I think their Mom needs a good dose of reality and some parenting classes. Can you believe she said " But Jaime is so conscientious. I am shocked she is pregnant". And this woman is writing a book about parenting two daughters?? HELLO!? I am the first to admit that I am not the world's best parent, but, I think my kiddos are at least on the track to sanity and a somewhat normal life. I just hope they stop to pick me up when I fall off!

oh.....io!!

I have been trying to refrain but I can't hold out any longer. YEAH!!!! Sorry for all those who are not fans or whose teams were less then thrilling this year (like a certain husband of mine) but I am quite excited. The BCS announced Sunday evening that Ohio State will play LSU for the championship game. I am breathless with anticipation. Ok, that may be a bit overkill, but I am a bit amped and have had three cups of coffee already this morning! I am hoping they show up for the game and they at least make it exciting. Guess I get to bust out my buckeye necklace one last time this season... Go Bucks!! I will now step down from my crazed fan soap box.

buckeyes ranked number one

The new rankings are out and Ohio State has jumped into the number one position!!! Now I am aware that all their big games are coming up and they have played teams that were not up to their caliber but many are saying "National Championship" game again this year. While I disagree, of course, with the sportscaster that thinks Oklahoma will go home with the championship, we are all allowed to voice our own opinions. I think the Buckeyes have what it takes to win this year. If not I will once again drown my sorrows in a pint of brewed bliss. Either way I am sure I will enjoy the ride.