Shelby's World

Family Motto

This was sent to me by my dear cousin Jill.  She loves me in spite of my addictions:)

Which is funny, because I just came across this one on Pinterest...

You get the idea.

Blast off.

Since husband is a rocket scientist and all, he gets emails like this.  He asked that I forward it to Eli.  Obviously.

 

Subject: Astronaut Application Deadline Approaching

You are subscribed to Breaking News for NASA. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Astronaut Application Deadline Approaching 01/23/2012 12:00 AM EST   Individuals interested in becoming America's future space explorers have until Friday to submit their applications. The deadline to apply for NASA's next astronaut class is Jan. 27.

I could be the coolest mom ever.

if I gave Eli one of these suits for Christmas.

 

What 9 year old boy doesn't want to "Grind the Crack"?

Wait, what?!

Artistic Expression

Piper gave this note to her teacher...

Her teacher is about 35 years old.

She does not use a cane.

Nor does she flip off small children.

But thankfully she has a sense of humor.

As does Piper.  Obviously.

Osm.

no no No NO NO NO!

* Courtesy of awkwardfamilyphotos.com

Probably the greatest costume ever.

Pigs in a blanket.

Source: realsimple.com via Taylor on Pinterest

It's 1:45 AM and I'm on a trampoline. Why is that?

Dear Samantha and Piper,
It's your last official night of summer. For months you have begged for a sleep out on the trampoline. Last night your Dad and Eli did it, which was a total set up. So here I am.

We brought the laptop out to watch a couple of Cosby Show episodes. I said we'll only watch two, but you talked me into a third. You talk me into a lot of things which is precisely how I ended up here in the first place. This is why Dad calls you guys the Great Negotiators, and why I often feel like a failure in parenting. "You must be Consistent. Children need that structure and discipline." According to all the books, that's just Parenting 101. Or as your Papa would say, "S.O.P". (that's military speak for 'standard operating procedure'). Anyway, you might grow up never accepting "no" for an answer. This could work in your favor if it's channeled correctly. Or it could blow up in your face and cause a world of hurt. If that happens, you'll most likely blame me. I'm okay with that. I'll just say, "ya, but remember the time you talked me into sleeping on the trampoline with you?!"

Do you know that Mom has to pee at least once in the middle of the night? No, I guess you wouldn't. Which is why you didn't budge during my stealth maneuvering to get off of the trampoline. It was... difficult, a bit awkward, and kind of funny. But mostly just impressive.

I took care of business and then Daddy caught me in the kitchen with the peanut butter again. Dang it; that's so embarrassing! He didn't mind though. We even shared a few peanut butter kisses ;) wink wink;)

After more ninja-like maneuvering I'm back on the tramp. Do you know what happens when three people lay on a trampoline with the heaviest in the middle? That's correct; you two slide right in. I'm super comfortable. 

Love always,
Mommy
XXOO

Ps: I already have a mosquito bite.

Bridesmaids

Up until now, these were my favorite Bridesmaids.

That has changed since Samantha and Piper are going to be bridesmaids in October.

but they've had trouble focusing on the "maid" part.

 

Clearly they're ready for the "bride" part.

 

White girls CAN jump!

We inherited a bone breaker trampoline.

I promise we'll get rid of it after the first trip to the ER.

Meanwhile, I can totally do a flip.

But I can't do it without peeing my pants.

Eric and the kids however can stay totally dry.

Mother's day is just around the corner!

This would be lovely.

Just sayin.