What's 'Up-Chuck'?

OK, so that's a terrible title...Whatever, I've been stuck in the house for a while!

So, you know that Chuck and I are friends now--we visited him again on Friday. He says that Charlotte doesn't have an ear infection and we should let her cold "just run its course."

Garrett on the other hand was feeling better yesterday, or so I thought. He went to a movie with Nana and Poppy and had M&Ms and popcorn. He came home and actually ate dinner (one of the few things he has eaten in a week)--spaghetti!

About 30 minutes after dinner, he starts with one of his coughing spells. So, being the good mother I am, I pick him up to comfort him. About the time he gets in my arms, he begins throwing up! Yes, all down the front of me. Now, I can dissect human cadavers and clean up old people poo, but vomit? I can't handle vomit! Not only does he throw up on me once, it happens about 3 more times. So we are both covered in puke full of M&Ms and, yes, spaghetti! Its in my hair even!

Thankfully, Nana and Poppy were still here to help care for Charlotte while Garrett got cleaned up in the tub and I removed spaghetti from my hair!

Oh, the joys of motherhood!

"You can call me Chuck"

I have seen Dr. Moss so much this year, we are on a first name basis!



This afternoon, we are on our way for yet another visit to BCC for Sappling #2.



Sappling #1's diagnosis is an ear infection, a sinus infection, and a nasty cough which warrents an antibiotic and cough meds.



Sappling #2 now has a runny stuffy nose, a nasty cough, a fever, and a possible ear infection.



I fear that the good folks at Target have forgotten who I am! Its been so long since I've seen them all!



I love winter!

Its a Sick Day! (still)

Garrett has been sick off and on since Christmas. Yesterday and today have been the worst. We'll be visiting Dr. Moss this afternoon!

The best part of being sick is jammies all day and endless DVDs on the couch! Mom even throws in a popsicle every now and then!

Is 20 year old Play-Doh toxic?

We went to visit my Mama in Indiana for New Year's this year. While she was getting Christmas decorations out of the attic before Christmas, she found this:

This would be my old suitcase! I immediately remembered what was inside and was excited at the prospect! I did not open it there, but waited until yesterday as we were cleaning house. I sat Garrett down with me as I opened the case. We were both excited to find out what was inside. This is what we found:

Yes, that is 20 year old Play-Doh and all the accessories to make pizzas, pies, cakes, and more! Unfortunately, the Play-Doh itself was full of really nasty moldy-looking stuff, so that got thrown out; but the accessories were a hit! Garrett and I had a great time making macaroni and spaghetti all afternoon!

It pays to be a pack-rat!

Charlotte's Fashion Show

As promised, this blog is devoted to how cute my kids are. And today's blog is no exception!

Charlotte and Garrett received so many cute new digs for Christmas, that I can't wait to show them all off! Mostly Charlotte, though. Its so much fun to dress up little girls! However, when big brother is a little ham, he will no doubt get his cover shots in as well! Take a look!

She's done this before! Look at that smile! Don't mind the orange nose--she just really likes squash!

Doesn't she look like she should be shopping in Paris?

Daddy seems to think that it is irrational to wear your furry vest in the house, but Mommy knows better!

Oh, yes, and Garrett had to get in on the action with his new Lightening McQueen robe!

Charlotte is wearing an original hairbow designed by Mommy (call for details) as well as a cute little green dress!

"Move over, Brother, this is my show!"

Dazzling in denim!

How sad is it when your 7 month old is better dressed than you?

Frustrated with Blogger

So, I'm trying to change the face of my blog for the new year, and I keep getting error messages.

I can't even view the blogs I like to read!

So, stay tuned--I'm working out the kinks!

Is is too late for the Sapp Christmas Recap?

We have been so busy this Christmas season, but finally wrapped it up (no pun intended) this weekend in Indiana with my family.


I'm gonna steal my friend Sumer's idea here and recap it all in a slide show--otherwise there would be not time to do it all! (Thanks, Sumer!)


Well, for Christmas Eve, we headed to Nana and Poppy's for some early Christmas presents. Garrett's favorite things included a huge Mr. Potato Head and, of course, Buzz Lightyear. Charlotte raked it in with some babies.


Christmas day, Granny, Papa, Nana, Poppy, and Aunt Dana joined us for the reading of the Christmas story at 6:30 in the morning! This was quickly followed by the customary run to the tree to see what Santa left. This year, Santa brought a kitchen for two, dinosaurs for one, and a baby stroller for the other. The kitchen was a big hit--Thanks, Santa! Daddy also had to throw in some power tools to balance out the kitchen.


New Year's Day, we were in Indiana with my Mama. She always delivers big and this year was no exception. Garrett got an art desk for the new playroom, along with so many trucks and dinosaurs I lost count. Charlotte got more babies, all the musical toys Fisher-Price and Play School made this year, and cutsie clothes that, no doubt, will be the feature of another blog to come!


Here's the Recap: