Out with the old and in with the new. It is a brand new year, month, day and year. I got up New Year’s Day or January 1st, 2013, feeling it is indeed a new beginning of sorts. I thought for sure something would be new or at least different (oh how wrong I was).
I hopped online, while everyone was still sleeping. This was the first thing that was the same as every other day. I do have a tendency to live on my MacBook and the internet quite a bit during my awake hours, but that is neither here nor there. Still, I feel all that much better getting my day started this way.
As I was finishing up some last minute things, such as update my daily blog post, because as most know now I am too lame and old to stay up past 1 am from yesterday’s post. Therefore, Ted was not watched as I originally anticipated. But ok, I digress on that one and promise not to mention that again at least for now!!
I also caught up on the few rare blog posts that were somehow still published during the night, even though it was New Year’s Eve night. I guess other’s do as I do and celebrate the New Year working on their blog. I mean, who doesn’t??
As I was doing this, I heard the pitter-patter of little feet. Emma came strolling into the living room and got under the blanket with me, while I indeed finished up. We snuggled for a bit. Which was very warm, comfy and cozy. Definitely felt like a good start to this new year to me (I was just being lulled into a false sense of security here).
This Is How Lily Views Her Blankie…Just like that the quiet and the magical spell of 2013 was broken, when crying and whining came from the other room. Lily was awake!! And she wanted everyone to know it (yes this is just Lily). She cried for the usual, Kevin, her cup of juice, and even her beloved blankie. If you met Lily, you would see how attached she is to her pink, Winnie the Pooh blanket. She reminds me of Linus from Peanuts and walks around carrying her blankie in the morning when she first wakes. She is truly not a morning person. She dragged her upset self and blankie into our bed, where Kevin still had been sleeping (that was the end of his peaceful sleep for the day).
As I climbed back in our queen size bed (not sure why with all the crying and screaming), I thought quite possibly Lily would tire herself out and quiet may reign again. No such luck, because not only was Lily still crying, Emma decided to join in, because she wanted to lay in the spot Lily was now occupying (still too young to realize that two objects/people can’t occupy the same space). Kevin was not a happy camper either, having been woken this way (seriously not sure what makes him so special that he would think they would let him sleep in).
Here is the scene as it appeared. Kevin on his side of the bed grumbling and threatening to go to work (even though he had the day off), the girls in the middle crying and fighting (the usual), and then me on my side (wishing I could go back to sleep and wake up out of this nightmare). It wasn’t even 8:30, the day’s first meltdown was underway and we were totally in over our heads as usual.
Nothing had changed as you can clearly see from the above. All the resolutions, I could have made wouldn’t have made a difference to the two screaming beasts in the middle of the bed. So, truly happy I don’t make them!!
It felt more like Groundhog’s Day, then New Year’s Day, because I swear this is how most days start and end, as well as how I spend many hours in between, as well. Buy, it was indeed New Year’s Day according to the calendar, but again you wouldn’t have known it from the little people living in our house.
Well since it is New Year’s Day, I will say Happy New Year’s to you all one last time, even though Happy Groundhog’s Day (seeing as I seem to have this type of day way too often) seems so much more fitting and appropriate. That said, the more things change, the more they stay the same it would appear. So if you thought you were coming here and would get anything less, you were sincerely mistaken!!! Hope, we didn’t disappoint and wishing you only the best in 2013, because I hope someone will indeed get just that and more.
But just in case, I couldn’t resist including a clip of Groundhog’s Day for a good laugh, right here:
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Michelle Grundy says
Oh Janine, I am laughing to myself here… I have four children and I know what you're going through – but hang in there! Yesterday and this morning, my husband and I both had a lie in until 10am. This is unheard of (for me anyway, he gets lie ins, I don't!), even once in a year, never mind on two consecutive days. It's like the planets aligned and the kids realised that they could remain in bed past 6am, and they could get up and play quietly in their rooms, without arguing and with the door shut. If it doesn't happen again this year I will look back at January 1st and 2nd and smile. It's only taken 17 years of being a Mum for it to happen. Your time will come too 😉
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Michelle and I type this as Lily is sitting on the toilet crying that she had to stop watching Mickey Mouse to take a potty break. So is life I suppose, lol!! But seriously, thanks for giving me a bit of hope here 🙂 🙂
Meredith says
Janine, this so made me laugh! Describing today to Groundhog's Day feels EXACTLY right–I think January 2 is my least favorite day of the year. Hope we both get our feet on the ground with 2013 sooner than later!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Meredith and always nice to know I am in good company with you, too!! And totally agree that I hope both of us land on our feet sooner rather than later in 2013!!
Dani Ryan says
Ahhhhh, life as a parent.
Hubs went back to work today after almost 2 weeks off, and I'm feeling that "the holidays are over :(" feeling you described last week. Sigh.
Love your new blog design, by the way! Nice job!
Janine Huldie says
So true Dani and sorry that Hubs finally went back to work today, but bet you it will be more quiet around the house if yours is anything like ours!! Even so I know what you mean and Kevin also went back today and kind of miss him right now, too. But we always have each other I suppose and thanks for your kind words too on my blog design 🙂 🙂
Kat Biggie says
Yes, yes, I had a similar experience. Such is life with little ones. Ooh, one is crying for me now…
Janine Huldie says
Kat, thanks and as I write this Lily just stopped crying. So, I feel your pain right back!!!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Clark and have tried a few different times to schedule, but seem to like between 7:30-8 am EST. It works best for me and then people can always still catch up as the day goes on 🙂 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Lol, Amy. We actually watched Brave yesterday and Emma actually asked for the bow and arrow!! But seriously, love that I am not the only one with a crazy house and even crazier set of girls!!
Janine Huldie says
Oh you are so not alone Krissy and we should get the girls together at some point at they can do this all four in unison, lol!!
Bill says
I'm reminded of that old saying…."the more things change, the more they stay the same. " Have a great Wednesday Janine!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Bill and so very true!! Happy Wednesday to you!!!
Cyndi says
Goundhog Day…yes, sometimes life does seem that way, huh? Happy New Year to you, too.
Janine Huldie says
Oh so true Cyndi and thanks seriously for stopping by and letting me know it isn't just me!! Happy New Year again 🙂 🙂
Emily Cappo says
Happy Groundhogs Day to you too (and also a great movie, but you should still watch Ted!). I do understand your pain — and Lily's — I'm not a morning person either. If I could wake up crying every morning, I probably would! 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Emily and will admit she get it from me. I am so not a morning person and would do anything in my youth to stay in bed a bit longer!! But she literally cries practically everyday when she wakes and it takes about 15 minutes or so for her to snap out of it. For those 15 minutes, I would rather be anywhere than here, lol!!
Janine Huldie says
Lol, Richard seriously you have a great way of looking at life and things in general. I hope you get your music up and running sooner rather than later. So sorry about the monitor though. I love how if all else you are going back to Oz. Totally awesome!! Thanks so much Richard and Happy New Years, yet again!!
Stephanie Sprenger says
Yup. Our first activity of the New Year involved us waking up at 3 a.m. to change a rather unfortunate diaper, and then proceeding to have the worst night sleep ever. Same "stuff", different year! 😉
Janine Huldie says
Oh so sorry Stephanie, believe me I have been there with two kids and dirty diapers, so I can so relate and feel your pain on this one. And am with you on same stuff, different year, lol!!
Ruchira says
haha…I wish we could control our destiny, Janine. Besides, old habits die hard. Kids will eventually grow up but time is an issue here ..lol
Happy New year!!
Janine Huldie says
I hear you Ruchira and thank you for your kindness on this. Happy New Year and do hope you have a great one!!
More Than Mommies says
I've been there. I also think it was a little worse the past few days because the girls sleep schedule was thrown completely out of whack! Can you believe all FOUR of them made it to midnight this year? Even my 2 year old. Everyone was EXTRA crabby the next day. Oh what fun!
Janine Huldie says
Wow, I can't even imagine all four staying up until midnight. As it is Emma was up until 11 pm and then got up 7:30 am the next day, never napped and then went to bed at 9 pm last night. So, we too are off our schedules. I feel tired today and just so not sure how they aren't!! Thanks and seriously am with you it it being now fun, lol!!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Terrye and am happy just not to be alone in this feeling. But seriously, I do hope it does get better, because my sanity will surely be thankful!!
Kelly Steele says
Haha well when I first started reading I thought, aw that's so sweet, I wish I had girls who snuggled up with me because my boys aren't super cuddly… then I'm like hmmmmm, not sure anymore! 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Lol, Kelly. See there is always a bright side. Seriously, I love both my girls, but the whining and screeching I could live without!!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Michelle and so very true about girls (especially mine) being so very unpredictable. Totally looking forward to the rest of the year now, too 🙂 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Seriously Julie, I have these days everyday and sorry you too had one of these days, but am truly happy I am not alone on this one!!
Melanie Chisnall says
I could just imagine the scene…though I don't have kids, I've seen plenty of movies…what a way to start the day! And yet, here you are as always giving us who don't have kids a little chuckle in the morning….bet you're thinking, "Just wait till you have some of your own!" Lol! Hope the rest of the day was a bit better! I love Groundhog Day – one of my favourite movies, but my video thingy still isn't working!!
Janine Huldie says
Oh Melanie, I love your take on it and you truly remind me of me when I didn't have kids. And believe me it isn't always this bad, we do have lots of good moments, but these are the moments that I can't help, but sit up and think, "What the hell am I doing?" and just can't help myself to share here. That thanks and I to love the movie Groundhog's Day. Sorry your movie player wasn't working 🙁
Aa's Mom says
I loved the movie….but I know what you mean!!! Still, have a wonderful day and year ahead!! :))
Janine Huldie says
Thank's Roshni and do seriously love what great company I am in!! Happy New Year and do hope you too are having a good day!!!
Eddy says
Oh yes how this brings back memories and you natural way of telling the story adds to it all wonderfully!!
Ha ha ha thanks for the laugh;even though you weren't laughing at the time;these stories are what make the very best memories.
Here's to a wonderful New year with you and yopur family.
Great post and here's to so many more to follow. Lots of love from my little corner of Wales.
Eddy.
Janine Huldie says
Thanks so much Eddy and will admit after it was all over and I re-read my blog, I did chuckle a bit, because if I can't laugh I may just go quite mad!! Seriously, though I know they are just kids and we have so many good moments too around here. Hope you are having a wonderful day and sending love back your way!!
Kera says
Oh kids. They will mess up your schedules every day but I wouldn't have it any other way…okay, maybe sometimes 🙂 I could just picture this scene going down! Sofia has been a pain lately too and refuses to fall asleep anywhere except our bed. There must be something magical about it. And…did yet get to watch Ted yet?
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Kera and you described Lily back at around 15 months old. We finally got her in her toddler bed right around two years old and now she sleeps in it for naps and all night long. I thank god for it, because we got our bed back, but do kind of miss her snuggling with me at the same time. We did get to watch Ted finally two nights ago. It was pretty funny, but was so tired had missed it was just a bit shorter.
Christina (Tina) Mor says
It only gets easier as they grow older. That is if you continue to parent them, which is a full time job. I wish you many peaceful mornings with your family in 2013!
Thanks for linking on Amanda's Books and More!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks so very much Christina for your kind words and also for doing the link up. So very happy to join!!
Anne Kimball says
Oh my, Janine, what a start to the new year! Good luck with the tantrum years. You'll make it, I have faith in you!
Thanks for linking this up with the TALU!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Anne and so very happy to link up with TALU. Also thanks for hosting as always 🙂 🙂
Chris HyeThymeCafe says
Hmmm, maybe you should have had ear plugs on your Christmas Wish List this year. 😉 [#TALU]
Janine Huldie says
I actually did, but unfortunately Santa forgot me, lol!! Thanks seriously for stopping by Chris 🙂 🙂
[email protected] says
Lived through the kid thing – feel your pain. When they're older and your bed is your own again…you will be…SO HAPPY! We miss 'em (our three are in college now) but stretching out in our own bed and not causing a calamity is oh so good! Love 'em and kiss 'em and enjoy!
Janine Huldie says
Oh thanks Joan and I would settle just for the screaming and whining to let up a bit. on't need them in college quite yet, because I guess I feel I wished so much of my life away already. So, I would like to enjoy them growing up, but when I get to that point I probably will enjoy my big bed, but then be lonely though. So can't have it both ways I guess, lol 🙂
Chris HyeThymeCafe says
Rut roh! Somebody was on Santa's "Naughty" List then! 😉
Janine Huldie says
It would seem so, but really I was good, lol 🙂
Debbie says
I loved that movie. I also seem to have ground hog days. I think Mom's rule the ground hog day scenario. lol (talu)
Janine Huldie says
Oh thanks Debbie for letting me know I am not alone and this happens to other mothers, too. Happy to see you here 🙂 🙂