Happy Biiiiirrthdaaayyy Toooooooo Meeeeeee!

I realize some of you may find that graphic disturbing but I think it's cute. Anyways, today's the day. The big three five. We are in the middle of packing and trying to get ready to move in a couple weeks so it's going to be a very low key birthday and I'm ok with that. Spending the day with Trouble is really the best birthday gift I could ask for. We may get a cake and rent Toy Story 3 because that'll make him happy which, of course, makes me happy. I know I'm a party animal, don't be jealous. Other than that, I am completely focused on preparing for the move and I can't wait to get the heck out of here. Change is exactly what Trouble and I need. A new city and a fresh start are going to be exactly what we need heading into the new year. I really can't wait. I can feel it in my bones, 2011 is going to be a-maz-ing. You just wait and see!

xoxoxo

Boots

There Are Two Mantras, Yum and Yuck. Mine Is Yum.--Tom Robbins

Tomorrow is my birthday. I will be 35 years old. I'm having a difficult time wrapping my head around that one. It doesn't seem that long ago when I was like, whoa, you're 35? Damn, you're old! Now I'm the old one! I know, I know. 35 is nowhere near old but there's no getting around the fact that I am definitely scaring the shit out of 40! Befor I know it I'll be over the hill! Over the freaking hill!! Me? Really? These last 5 years have gone by so fast! Isn't it crazy how time seems to go by faster and faster the older you get? Especially when all you really want is for it to slow down! I am determined to savor every moment of my life from here on out. Ever since Trouble was born I have really been aware of time and how quickly it passes. It's very important to me not to have to look back on his childhood and regret that I missed out on being there with him and watching him grow. Nothing I will ever do in my life is more important than being a good mother or helping my little guy discover this world and become who he will become. Every single day with him is a gift. So maybe I am getting older but life is definitely getting sweeter. If that's what comes with age, then I say bring it on!! Just do it a little bit slower damn it!!

xoxoxo

Boots

Dear 2010

Dear 2010,

No offense, but I'm glad you're almost over.

 I'm not saying that you have been all bad, that's not true.

There were quite a few things that happened this year that I wouldn't trade for anything.

 That being said, I won't be sad when you are gone.

 Sorry.

This year has been full of surprise and change.

 We have lived in three different states.

 My newborn has become a toddler and that has been so fun to watch.

 I have learned a lot about myself and what I want out of life.

 There has been much growth and learning but also so much stress and frustration. 

So, 2010, you are wearing out your welcome and it really is time to go.

I'm ready for a new year and new beginnings.

 I wanna open the door for 2011 and plant a big ole sloppy kiss on it.

 Come on in and stay awhile.

 I can't wait to see what you've got in store for us.

xoxoxo

Boots

Nothing Ever Stays The Same, Nothing Ever Changes

I'm waiting. I've BEEN waiting. To be honest I can't remember a time when I wasn't. Waiting. Waiting. Waiting. Waiting for what? Is it for one thing or has the thing I've been waiting for changed over time? To be honest I don't think I ever really knew wtf  I was even waiting for. I just knew that I. was. waiting. How totally messed up is that? I'm tired of waiting. I don't think I'm gonna do it anymore.

xoxoxo

Boots