Men have it too easy-
I have always been envious that men can pee while standing up. Have you? Do you know how many times it would have been easier if I would have had that choice?? Pulling over on the side of the road when you know there is no gas station for miles, outside at a party when you are too lazy to go inside, drunk (well you can think of many different situations for this one). Woman have to squat in these situations and it usually runs down our leg, or even better our favorite pair of jeans (or shoes). Men just flip it out and flip it back in, what's up with that? Can you imagine men wiping after they pee? Funny mental picture isn't it? The majority of them probably don't even wash their hands. Can you imagine a lady wiping her vagina without toilet paper and not washing her hands? I think not.
The term Silver Fox-an older man with gray hair, so sexy- a little salt and pepper. A woman with gray hair is just old, there is no "endearing" term for her, old fart or old maid maybe?? I get a gray hair and freak out, frantically searching for my tweezers. Jorge gets one and I think...hmm that's kind of hot?
Men in general age better than women. We have been together for 7+ years, I have crow's feet, laugh lines and hair growing where it shouldn't. Jorge has skin like a baby's butt, no wrinkles, and he's getting hotter with age-WTH???
Fitness-We all know men and women have different metabolisms. Jorge eats a super size hamburger and french fries at midnight and loses a pound the next day. I only smelled his order while munching on some apple dippers and gained 5 pounds...how is it possible? I have been running for months trying to prepare for my 5K then my 10K. Jorge puts on running shoes a total of 3 times and beats me by 5 minutes in our 10K...what is the deal? He's like a superhero!
And don't even get me started on pregnancy and birthing a 7+ pound baby out of (well a very small space) that never quite seems to be the same. Could a man do that? Of course not! Does a man have to feel insecure while gaining all of that extra weight and adult acne and stretch marks and cellulite and having their hormones go completely out of control??? No. Do they have to have a visit from "Aunt Flo" every month? No. Do they think we are bitchy and hormonal and in reality have no idea what it's like to be a woman? yes!
Shaving and other unwanted hair is another issue I would like to discuss. Woman go in for eye brow waxes, no big deal right? How cool do you think we feel when we go in asking for a "stache" wax? Or even better, we're getting our eye brows done and the sweet Asian lady asks if we want to be "de-stached." Um..yes please. If you can notice it I guess it's time to remove it. We have to shave our legs, our arm pits and even our toes (yes, everyone shaves their big toe, don't deny it).
Is any lady out there relating to my rants?? Men have it so much easier then we do. So the next time you get in an argument with your man just remind them at least they can pee while standing up. =)
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Are we there yet?
Google maps said our Florida destination was about 10 hours, you're probably thinking," holy crap-with 2 small children, you are crazy!" Well tack on all the pit stops, diaper changes, heating up formula bottles, peeing, eating, resting... BUT we left Friday night at 7:30 and the kids slept the ENTIRE time. Yes I wrote that correctly. Pretty awesome huh? Well, not really because Jorge and I were so tired we had to pull over about 3-4 times and try to take a cat nap so we wouldn't fall asleep at the wheel. I can't really give myself any credit for getting us there. I think I only drove about 2 hours, but it was so dark and I was so tired-thanks Jorge I LOVE you for getting us there safely (there will be another shout out to Jorge in this entry).
So upon arrival at about 7:30 that morning we came to Hidden Dunes cottage. Have you ever found a place online and it looks beautiful, and then you see it in "real life" and you thank God you didn't bring a black light with you? There are stains on the carpet and you don't even want to sleep in that bed...well I have so I was hoping this place really looked liked the pictures online, and it was close enough. It was extremely spacious, about the size of our first house and had everything we needed. We beached it up almost the entire 5 days. I have always been a sun baby, for those of you that have known me since Summit Middle School days I practically lived at Tan and Tone America, sadly those days are over and I got extremely sunburned and my back looks like a reptile that is losing its old skin. No, I didn't use sun block like I should have...I know I did this to myself...blah blah blah...It was so uncomfortable two of the nights while trying to sleep. My body was super hot and itchy. It's all good now though and I look tan (sort of).
If you have ever been to the beach with kids you know you have A LOT more stuff to bring. Everyday we brought 2 folding chairs to sit on, an umbrella to sit under, a cooler with drinks, a beach bag with towels, sunblock, etc and all of Hud's sand toys (truck, shovel, pail, wheel barrow, sifter). This is where Jorge's other shout out is. Jorge carried all of that stuff EVERYDAY. I mean I carried the beach bag but I also had 18 pound Mia to carry too. So thanks babe, I LOVE you for that!
But if you have seen some of the pictures on FB you know the kids had a blast and that makes it all worth it. Mia had on SPF 50, her sunhat and clothes the entire time while sitting under an umbrella (we didn't want our white chocolate to get sunburned). She did escape though and crawl all over the beach and play with Hud, it was so sweet. Hud on the other hand was in the water and playing with his tools and truck the entire time. He also made different friends everyday who he played with (I hope he wasn't that annoying kid that every adult wishes would leave their child alone). Even if he was I won't admit it. He was entertained and enjoying himself, that's all that matters. And our little brown nugget came back even browner (he's definitely half Mexican).
When we weren't at the beach we went to Gulfarium, a very miniature Sea World without the rides, an arcade (where Hud won about 300 tickets), and a restaurant, Fuddpuckers with live alligators you could feed. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and it was nice to take a vacation with just the 4 of us.
We left at about 8:00 Thursday morning to head home. The drive home was not as quiet as the one there. Mia actually did better than Hudson. They watched a lot of Thomas the Train and we stopped in Louisiana for lunch. We pulled into our driveway about 9:30 that night, both kids sound asleep! My bed never felt so good. Will the kids have any memories of Spring Break 2011, maybe not. But mommy and daddy will and we have pictures for proof!
So upon arrival at about 7:30 that morning we came to Hidden Dunes cottage. Have you ever found a place online and it looks beautiful, and then you see it in "real life" and you thank God you didn't bring a black light with you? There are stains on the carpet and you don't even want to sleep in that bed...well I have so I was hoping this place really looked liked the pictures online, and it was close enough. It was extremely spacious, about the size of our first house and had everything we needed. We beached it up almost the entire 5 days. I have always been a sun baby, for those of you that have known me since Summit Middle School days I practically lived at Tan and Tone America, sadly those days are over and I got extremely sunburned and my back looks like a reptile that is losing its old skin. No, I didn't use sun block like I should have...I know I did this to myself...blah blah blah...It was so uncomfortable two of the nights while trying to sleep. My body was super hot and itchy. It's all good now though and I look tan (sort of).
If you have ever been to the beach with kids you know you have A LOT more stuff to bring. Everyday we brought 2 folding chairs to sit on, an umbrella to sit under, a cooler with drinks, a beach bag with towels, sunblock, etc and all of Hud's sand toys (truck, shovel, pail, wheel barrow, sifter). This is where Jorge's other shout out is. Jorge carried all of that stuff EVERYDAY. I mean I carried the beach bag but I also had 18 pound Mia to carry too. So thanks babe, I LOVE you for that!
But if you have seen some of the pictures on FB you know the kids had a blast and that makes it all worth it. Mia had on SPF 50, her sunhat and clothes the entire time while sitting under an umbrella (we didn't want our white chocolate to get sunburned). She did escape though and crawl all over the beach and play with Hud, it was so sweet. Hud on the other hand was in the water and playing with his tools and truck the entire time. He also made different friends everyday who he played with (I hope he wasn't that annoying kid that every adult wishes would leave their child alone). Even if he was I won't admit it. He was entertained and enjoying himself, that's all that matters. And our little brown nugget came back even browner (he's definitely half Mexican).
When we weren't at the beach we went to Gulfarium, a very miniature Sea World without the rides, an arcade (where Hud won about 300 tickets), and a restaurant, Fuddpuckers with live alligators you could feed. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and it was nice to take a vacation with just the 4 of us.
We left at about 8:00 Thursday morning to head home. The drive home was not as quiet as the one there. Mia actually did better than Hudson. They watched a lot of Thomas the Train and we stopped in Louisiana for lunch. We pulled into our driveway about 9:30 that night, both kids sound asleep! My bed never felt so good. Will the kids have any memories of Spring Break 2011, maybe not. But mommy and daddy will and we have pictures for proof!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Friends are the family you choose
Last night I celebrated my birthday with my HHS peeps at Chuy's. There were about 13 of us partaking in adult beverages and chilled Patron shots (okay so maybe only 2 of us were taking shots...) this wasn't my best idea...but I had an amazing time! I think people were surprised to see the "drunk" Sharon, some even said I was "hilarious,"I can't remember parts of the night, but I am sure the evidence (pictures) will bring a lot of it back to me...I must admit my tolerance isn't what it use to be and my mouth gets a little dirtier when I am liquored up (sorry). Friends thought they were doing Jorge a favor by not letting my glass get empty, little do they know I passed out at 8:00 and Jorge stayed up watching T.V...I have 2 small kids and I would rather sleep then ---well you know what goes here. Women (with small children) who don't agree with me are lying.
So we arrived at Chuy's at 3:08, you can tell we are ready to start the weekend and left at 7, 7:30...that's one of the details that is still fuzzy. I told them how much I loved them and was so glad that I worked with them (you know alcohol is a truth serum).
I didn't know people loved going to work until I worked at HHS. I love going to work every day and the faculty is a huge part of that. The ones who were there last night mean more to me than they know. I enjoy their company, conversation, advice and presence. Friends are the family you choose, and I would do anything for those family members.
Some people get depressed about getting older, but I love birthdays!! Granted I am only going to be 29 (I'm still a spring chicken!). But I have accomplished a lot in 29 years and I have a lot to be thankful for. Do I have more wrinkles? Yes. Is my metabolism what it was 10 years ago? No. But I have been blessed in many ways, especially with my friends.
So, thanks everyone for taking time out of your busy lives/schedules and celebrating my special day with me. I know we all have significant others, kids, and responsibilities, but everyone came and had a drink even if it was just for a little bit. I appreciate it, and I love you all!!!
So we arrived at Chuy's at 3:08, you can tell we are ready to start the weekend and left at 7, 7:30...that's one of the details that is still fuzzy. I told them how much I loved them and was so glad that I worked with them (you know alcohol is a truth serum).
I didn't know people loved going to work until I worked at HHS. I love going to work every day and the faculty is a huge part of that. The ones who were there last night mean more to me than they know. I enjoy their company, conversation, advice and presence. Friends are the family you choose, and I would do anything for those family members.
Some people get depressed about getting older, but I love birthdays!! Granted I am only going to be 29 (I'm still a spring chicken!). But I have accomplished a lot in 29 years and I have a lot to be thankful for. Do I have more wrinkles? Yes. Is my metabolism what it was 10 years ago? No. But I have been blessed in many ways, especially with my friends.
So, thanks everyone for taking time out of your busy lives/schedules and celebrating my special day with me. I know we all have significant others, kids, and responsibilities, but everyone came and had a drink even if it was just for a little bit. I appreciate it, and I love you all!!!
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