Seven Random Things....
I have been tagged by my sister, Kim, to share 7 random things about me. As I was first writing this I was thinking this list is subject to change depending on the day or my mood, but once I finished, it's definitely me.... pretty black & white, that is me.
1. I love being a mom. I always knew that I wanted to be a mom, but never dreamed it'd be this great or just how much I'd enjoy it. I also never thought I could be a stay at home mom, I just thought that I would feel too shut in & go crazy, but I love it. I enjoy each day with my babies & I love watching them learn, play & smile each day. I love it when they snuggle with me!! I feel so fortunate that I can stay home with them. They are 10 1/2 months & it scares me just how fast this past year has gone.... I don't want them to be one already, where does time go. How can it go by so fast? Can we slow it down just a bit?? I'm glad I get to share each day with them!!! It has also made me even more grateful for my mom. The unconditional love a mom feels for her children. Sorry, for being such a pain in the a**, I love you mom!
2. I am NOT a fan of Summer. I hate HOT weather. I hate being hot, it makes me grumpy, grouchy, annoyed & want to shower about 5 times a day! It already feels like we skipped Spring- no fair, let's move into summer slowly, get used to warm weather, not go from chilly to hot- yuck!! I love Fall weather, going from warm to chilly, the smell in the air, the beautiful leaves changing colors- love it. If I had to put the seasons in order: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer.
3. I still very rarely feel like a grown-up. I thought that I would feel more like a grown up once I had kids, but nope. I still feel like a 20 something out having fun. I actually feel like I'm 25 (which is super funny for 2 reasons: First, because when I was 1/2 way thru my 26th year, I guess I was 26 1/2, I honestly thought I was still 25- remember that Julie Mullen?!?! & Second, because my little sister Jenni said on her blog that she feels 21 & that'd make me 25. I guess that makes Kim 27- does that work for you, Kim?) I think this is a good thing- you are as young as you feel, right. Like Jon (Jon BonJovi) says: "I'm not old, just older"
4. I hate, hate rude & snotty people. Just cannot stand them!!! I don't get why people have to be so RUDE!!! I especially hate it when they "claim" to be your friends & say things that hurt your feelings- I don't really hang around with many people like this because if they are this way to me, then that is not what a friend is to me. I really try to surround myself with positive people. I love my friends! True friends are hard to find & I feel so fortunate to have my friends in my life. I think everyone should remember "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all!"
5. To contradict myself on #4, this may sound rude & snotty to some of you & I apologize, but it's just how I feel sometimes. Let me start by saying I thank God everyday for my beautiful babies, I love having triplets & feel sooooo blessed to have 3 healthy & happy babies. Having said that...... I hate feeling like a circus freak when I take my babies out & about in public. I know people are just curious, but sometimes I'd just like to take a walk with my friend or my husband & actually carry on a conversation without all the on lookers, chattering & so many questions. Also, people need to learn that some questions are just not appropriate if you don't know the person! Most people are nice & I try to be nice back, but sometimes it'd be nice to be left alone & feel normal. Here's an insite to what it's like going out somewhere with triplets: Triplets and Instant Celebrity
6. I like to get out & about. It's much, much, much harder with the trips, but I still try to get out a couple/few times a week. I do go a bit stir crazy if I'm home for too many days in a row! I'd like to thank Katie (mom of 2 1/2 yo triplet girls) for showing me that I can get out & about with 3 babies. I don't care much to go out & about by myself. Not sure why, but I'd much rather do some shopping with a friend. I don't like to eat or see a movie alone.... I have eaten at a restaurant alone, but I have never seen a movie alone. I like to hang out with friends & family for the day or evening.
7. I love music! I love how I can hear a song & it takes me to a certain time, to a place, to great memories. I'd say I like most music, but definitely have my favorites! I love what we used to call heavy metal, better known as 80's metal. I also really love some newer music, not sure what the genre is, but I'd say heavy rock. Some of my all time favorite bands: KISS, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, & Cinderella. Some of my newer favorites: Nickelback, Default, Disturbed, Submersed & Theory of a Deadman. Live music- Concerts is one of D.J. & my favorite things to do. To see the band and hear it live- the guitars, drums, lyrics-Love it, Love it!! Concerts is one thing I really miss since we've had our babies. We can't just take in a show whenever we want. We are really hoping to be able to take in a couple of show this summer if we can talk anyone into babysitting =) Any takers?
There you go, 7 random things about me.