To Paint or NOT to Paint???

I have been on such a kick to give our happy home a mini-face lift. And, I mean " MINI". Ever since I gathered courage to do our bathroom, I mustered enough to do our master bedroom. Boy, did I get in way over my head. Not only was painting a chocolate brown over our 2002 mint-green walls nearly impossible, but the size alone & the tray ceiling I apparently forgot I had. All I can say is...Mr.Mike; the family painter,is coming next week to repair my mistakes. I came so close though. I also got this cute hanging vase for our bathroom, but that lasted all of 30 minutes before Mr.Gus went & destroyed it. Oh well, at least no one was hurt. I can't wait to show the final reveal. Stay tuned.

Demon Child & Sounds so Simple...

So this weekend was interesting. I had a horribly busy day at work on Saturday, & I should have known it wasn't go to be good, as I didn't go & workout before my day began. I came home completely exhausted & listen to hubby's eventful day as well. The kidos have been trying our patience to the fullest recently & Saturday was no exception. The big event...Derek & Barrett got locked out of the house while Gus was sound asleep inside. I was in a five hour surgery & the neighbors didn't have a spare key. A locksmith was called & for the low price of $25...yes $25 you too can have your doors unlocked. God is so good. I just had to laugh or I would have found myself finding my " Happy Place ".I think we were both worn out. So I went to bed early & awoke early for church. Now, it seems that satin wants to attack us every Sunday morning. Is it just us? I seriously doubt it! Poor Derek forgot to pick up his clothes from the cleaners with all the excitement & didn't feel good wearing some of his older items. I didn't argue, because trust me, all of us ladies have been there. We just feel unattractive & blah some days. I took the kidos to church & the fun bagan! Just before the sermon was over, I received a page from Gus's room. That little pistol had tormented two other little boys & was all smiles about it. This was a definite grinding of the teeth moment of embarrassment! I mean we are talking blood involvement. I was so apologetic & upset in the one minute I was standing there. Gus is the little peace-maker at MDO, why now & of all places...why at church? I have since written three cards of apology to his teachers & the little boys that were tortured by our little demon. Humility is becoming a virtue since having Gus. It is also a nail in the coffin of so wanting to get off working on Saturdays period! There is a co-worker of mine that is desperately trying to get off the Tuesday & Thursday nights & now there seems to be an opening. I could swing into her two nights & be home for family dinners, choir rehearsal at church on Wednesday nights & be there to tuck the boys into bed. Oh so simple right? Not sure when it comes to work. I'm not too sure why this won't happen, but I am also not holding my breath on a better schedule. Don-cha just love life? I'll keep everyone posted on any changes with our lil' devil & a hopeful new schedule.

Whitesnake Here I Go Again Music Video on Yahoo! Music

Whitesnake Here I Go Again Music Video on Yahoo! Music


For some odd reason I have been into the old ' big hair ' bands lately. It's what is on my ipod & ever since watching the new Fox show Glee I just adore some Journey. I can't wait til the fall for the rest of the shows. The boys even adore the 80s music that Derek & I reminice about. I guess it just reminds me of how simplr things were for me...no responsiblity. Just a kid. I have already ordered a cheap 80s look-a-like dress from Kelly's favorite sites; Forever21. Now I'm addicted to it. I feel the need to do a costume party for Halloween & tada...I've got my costume. I see Derek & I in full form of bombshell 80s. I can just see Derek in a Don Johnson Miami Vice look of " You've got the Right Stuff ". Can we pull that off in October? We shall see.

Safe Waters

So Derek went to see the cardiologist at Memphis Heart Clinic. I was going to meet him, just as support, but my timing wasn't the best. I had a hair appointment that ran late...NO BIGGIE GUYS!!! The marriage is fine. I think Derek wanted his space to talk " freely " about eating habits, weight & whatnot. The doc did not seem too concerned about how high his levels were. That, I think, put Derek at ease as well. Derek will arrive back on Friday the 12th for a stress test...boy, if they want an accurate reading I will definitely NOT be invited to sit in on that test! They will also perform an Echo on him. It could quite possibly PVCs. That extra beat in the heart's rhythm. I had constant PVCs when I was preggers with Gus. Not sure if Derek should be telling me something???!!!-Ha. Did he watch the movie ' Junior ' too many times? Don't think so. He is on new cholesterol medicine & has lost 28 lbs thus far. I feel so much like that Slimquick commercial with the hubby & wife. I am a constant walker or workout chic & I either maintain or loose maybe, at best, 2-3 lbs. What's up with that? Actually, I will not loose hardly anything until I come off nights or sleep regular hours. The body will not produce the cortisol it needs to function properly-argg to working nights. Oh well!
Barrett has also began taking swimming lessons for the very first time this week. The first day he was rather ' gung ho ' about it, the second day...well, I thought I would need a shot of liquor ( which is NOT me ) just to get hime out of the car. Moms of toddlers you know the situation? You're grinding your teeth & speaking in a lower tone to " get out of the car " or " do not embarrass me ". The latter phrase is my fav! He reluctantly got out of the car & went to his lesson. It was so not the day for me to have gotten off work, no sleep, pick him up & deal with that, then go get my hair done, clean house, pick up kidos, cook dinner & THEN fall asleep at around 8pm. I'm exhausted just remembering it. Today was better & I hope he continues with wanting to learn now. It is vital for him. Gus, just bites my fingers to let him go under water. Go figure. We came home today & had a picnic with the boys' new Cars outdoor table set. ( gotta love wal-mart )So enjoy the pictures & the dogs say " help " as I am now their official groomer. I think I did pretty good & plus, saving mula! No guts, No glory.

Splish/ Splash...da boys don't want no bath...

So it is the final day in May 2009. It is already a sunny, steamy 92 degree day in ole Memphis. So what is a family to do??? Well, if you're members of Germantown Athletic Club, you take the fam to their pool & waterpark. Big koodos to mommy for the idea. I'm so thankful I never tried this without the help of Derek. No way I could have ever survived. I would have ended up like Goldie Hawn in ' Overboard ' when she was with the chainsaw & saying " babababababa " ( Anyone remember that one?)So we get there, probably looking like we were staying for a week & it seemed everyone in Germantown had the same brite'(play on words) idea. Nonetheless, the soothing water was just what the Orman family needed. Barrett was a little hesitant, but later warmed up to the fact that he would not drown in 4" of water. Gus was our social butterfly & wanted to hug every baby in his sight. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves & after one hour of fun n the sun it was time to say ' goodbye '. We loaded up with what we came with & headed home. I then went back to the club to do a quick walk before they close at 6p. We did what we had hoped to do & that was to bring a smilr to our boys' faces. More to come...as long as I have some sort of reinforcement.

" You Hold My Heart "

My hubby, Derek , is one of the most patient & self-less men one could ever have the pleasure to know. He'll be the first to admit any wrong or fault & the last to be cared for. After a long day that he has had, he will offer to rub my feet without any expectation upon my part...wink ( wives know what I mean? )He may not have the keenest sense of direction, but humble enough to stop & ask for ones' assistance. He is one of the most hands on dad I could know. For four years now, he has sacrificed his Saturdays to be a full time dad while I work a twelve-hour shift. He has been both mom & dad on Monday & Wednesday evenings as I have, again , worked a twelve hour shift. He then gets the boys ready in the wee hours of the morning for daycare on Tuesday & Thursdays. Can I say " Super Dad "??? In my eyes he is. It takes an extremely patient man to live with me. My ups,my downs,my worries, my moods in general & when it is all said & done, he is my constant encourager to be better. He walks closely with Jesus & that rocks! If any of you read this today or tomorrow,please lift Derek up. He will be meeting a cardiologist Tuesday for some "issues" we need identified. He had a physical last month & his LDL ( I call it the lowsey cholesterol number )was 511. Normal is 150. He has been diligent in watching his food intake & has lost 23lbs. to date. Way to go Daddy! We realize we are not as young as we thought, but come on!!! There is also the ratio of Derek being adopted & the unknown history of his biological parents rests in our minds as well. I'll keep you posted as information arises. Thanks everyone! Take " HEART " in knowing you are appreciated!!! ( A little play on words )

Fun in the Sun

I wish I had this exciting life & one that people just couldn't wait to read our "blog" daily ( or every two days it seems ). But, we are just your average family that just goes to Kroger, Walmart & our church . Friday we began the day at Germantown Athletic Club & then did a short trip to Walmart & then played outside for what seemed an eternity. Derek came home from work & had dinner with us & then off to be a DJ for the night. He so enjoys himself when in that role. I get such a kick out of the joy it brings him when he is " Allowed " to go to a gig. As if I could ever tell him " No,you can't go do what you love or bring in extra mula while doing so". Paleeez, I now there are some wives out there who need that control over their hubbies, however, I am not one of those wifey-poos. I am so thankful Derek has found his niche & he is the most awesome at it. We love you daddy & are very proud of you & what you do!