Vibrators, Season 2, and Ghosts…Oh My!
So…yesterday’s post was a bit of a Debbie Downer.
Sorry.
After looking at my calendar I realized 3 things.
1) Holy crap! It’s the eve of New Year’s Eve.
2) I can’t end the year with such a depressing post.
3) I have not posted an update about our Christmas, the New Year, ghosts, or anything in such a long time!
So bear with me if you will. Here is a laundry list of “stuph” that should wipe my slate clean for the New Year.
Christmas:
Babisodes: *tears wrapping paper off box*
Wow! A insert toy/gift/clothing article? It’s JUST what I wanted!!!
Wash, rinse, and repeat for every single gift. Viola. Merry Christmas!
Three year olds are so easily pleased. You gotta love it.
Dadisodes: *tears wrapping paper off his Life Hammer/gag gift*
Wow! A Life Hammer! This is REALLY a great gift!!!
Dude. Clearly, I will never find something that will make this man flinch. But don’t think I’m going to give up trying! I know exactly what I’m giving him next year.
Me: *tears wrapping paper off box*
Wow! Uh…is this a vibrator? You shouldn’t have.
Thank you so much for the awesome iPod you gave me for my birthday last month. I really love it!
Ghosts/Ghostses/Creepy crawly stuff goin’ on up in herre:
Since the last few bizarre encounters, there has only been 1 incident. Dadisodes and I were lying in bed late one night when we heard a soft, young voice (not Babisodes’) whisper, “Mom…”
We had to change the sheets. Immediately.
Preschool:
Today was Babisodes’ official last day of preschool. I am a bit sad that she will no longer have this time to herself twice a week, and I will miss my “me time” dearly. The school has graciously offered to save us a spot for Fall if would like re-enroll her in September.
Resolutions:
I made a list of resolutions for 2008 and updated it mid year. I will not be revisiting the list today. Let’s just say that out of 13 goals, I’ve crossed off maybe 2. There is nothing “resolute” about me. I am the most indecisive person on Earth. I can barely settle on what foods to eat every day. So this year, I’m setting the bar low. Really low. As in, heck no am I making a list again.
New Year:
Holy crap. Can I tell you how much I’m looking forward to the New Year? 2008 had some great moments, but I have to say that the sucky to great moment ratio was definitely skewed. So after blogging about it for 365 days, the New Year will start with a short bloggy break. Yup, that’s right folks. Momisodes will NOT be clogging up your Readers and Inboxes for a few days. Did you hear that? D_A_Y_S. Dadisodes nearly passed out when the words slipped out of my mouth. It is the least I could do for myself (and you). And those who are also crawling past the Blog365 finish line? I hope you’ll do the same.
So there you have it. I hope I’ve covered my bases for unfinished business in 2008.
I want to thank each and every one of you who come and visit my humble blog. This marathon blogging experience has turned out to be far more than I anticipated. I have made personal growth and incredible connections with so many of you that I will forever hold dearly. The relationships I’ve found online are difficult to put into words, sparing any chance of sounding a bit loony. But please know that I treasure you all. Your emails, comments and messages have lifted and carried me through this arduous year of incredible highs and lows, and for that and so much more….I thank you.
Wishing all of you (even lurkers) all the best for 2009.
Stay tuned for Season 2 of Momisodes!
Coming January __, 2009, right here.
See you on the flip side.
p.s. There will be a final Wordless Wednesday tomorrow. It’s gonna be kill’ah.
Happy New Year!
OhCaptain’s last blog post..A Christmas Story – The recap and proof there is a Santa Claus
December 30th, 2008 at 2:48 pm
Oh no! You’re actually taking time off from blogging? What will I do? Seriously, even though I will go through withdrawal, you deserve the bloggging break. In fact, everyone who made it through Blog 365 deserves a vacation.
Have a happy, healthy and fertile New Year!! (Still keeping good thoughts and my fingers crossed for you!)
December 30th, 2008 at 2:52 pm
Here’s to No resolutions and a blogging break. You deserve it! I’ll be waiting for your last WW post and I might be able to get one up tomorrow as well.
Emily/Randomability’s last blog post..F F Friday (31)
December 30th, 2008 at 3:02 pm
Happy New Year! I’m hoping for a brighter new year in 2009 with lots of changes. I’m glad you getting a much needed break from blogging. A round applause though for completing the 365 day challenge.
take care!
Kristi’s last blog post..Recovering from the Holidays
December 30th, 2008 at 3:04 pm
Thanks for sharing so much of your lives with us Sandy. I appreciate your visits and comments on my blog too! Happy New Year and I hope that you have a much better 2009!
Brian’s last blog post..Winter Break
December 30th, 2008 at 3:16 pm
Hope you have a fantastic 2009!! Well done on completing the 365 day thing
And OMW at the little voice in the night… scary shit!
Jeanette’s last blog post..Toy rediscovered
December 30th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
Have a good one, whatever may come your way.
I’m tempted to start singing Auld Lang Syne, but it’s a little early, so I won’t.
Solomon’s last blog post..Things I’m Grateful For on Tuesday 30 December
December 30th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
Oh man, I need to go look at last year’s list. Haha.
Spooky about hearing th e”mom” in bed. eek
Ashley’s last blog post..DIY: Felt Board
December 30th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
Oooh I got chills reading the ghost tidbit. How FREAKY.
I know you deserve the break, but I’m gonna miss your daily posts!! I for one, cannot wait until Chapter 2!!
xo to all of you in 2009!!
Miss’s last blog post..Christmas 2008
December 30th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
Love the Christmas wrap-up. Or unwrapping, as it were.
patois’s last blog post..Haiku: Stardust
December 30th, 2008 at 4:27 pm
I am a big wuss too. I love to watch Unsolved Mysteries…but when that creepy music comes on and I’m by myself…I wig out.
Dejoni’s last blog post..Dearest C,
December 30th, 2008 at 4:27 pm
Dadisode and I must be in the same wavelength because I gave my wife a Homedics seat back massager thingy…LOL
December 30th, 2008 at 4:29 pm
***Applause*** I can barely get through one month of NaBloPoMo, let alone 365 days. Enjoy your time off!
Angela at mommy bytes’s last blog post..Kids Glasses – The Best Deals
December 30th, 2008 at 4:54 pm
Happy New Year!!! (well soon anyway)
I truly enjoy your blog. You have amazing sense of humor and great talent in writing. You do deserve the break. I will be looking forward to read your blog again next year.
Amy @ The Q Family’s last blog post..The Nutcracker at the Fox Theatre
December 30th, 2008 at 5:32 pm
::: chanting ::: blogging break, blogging break, blogging break ::: chanting :::
WHOO HOO!
I think you just inspired me for my final post of the year tomorrow… of course I “say” it will be my final post of the year and then something will happen, and I’ll blog AGAIN tomorrow.
And then something will happen for the next two weeks, and I’ll just. keep. blogging.
Or not. We’ll see.
Rebecca (Ramblings by Reba)’s last blog post..Ah…. nature…
December 30th, 2008 at 6:17 pm
Hehehe, you made me giggle. I may as well go ahead and take the opportunity now to say how glad I am that I’ve gotten to know you in the blogosphere this year. You are a gem. I cannot wait for another year of episodes, daily or otherwise. If you write, I’ll be reading. And I’m kind of jealous about the, um, massager and am dead curious about what your next gift to Dadisodes will be.
Maggie’s Mind’s last blog post..Guests Have More Fun
December 30th, 2008 at 6:59 pm
a vibrator.
i’m thinking he beat you again in the “awesome” gift department.
and… a blog break??? nooooooooooooo…. say it aint so!! what will i do without an episode of the ’sode family every freakin’ day????????????????
December 30th, 2008 at 7:31 pm
Huh, I thought I was the most indecisive person. Aren’t I? Maybe not. I don’t know. Blahhhhaaaa!
Here’s to a happy new year to you! I’m with you, I’m hoping (God I’m praying) that 09 is better than 08. I’ll be sooo happy to let the door hit 08 in the ass when it’s on it’s way out!
sheila’s last blog post..How to get a teen to do chores.
December 30th, 2008 at 7:54 pm
I may have been 365 day for you blogging, but I’ve only been reading for about, well not nearly that long, so I’m not ready for a break.
But do what you must — if you feel you must.
Drop by anytime. I love you comments. I’ll be checking by to catch you when you return.
Happy New Year — I’ll miss you and Babisodes.
Patsy’s last blog post..Watch — a little poem
December 30th, 2008 at 7:59 pm
I will miss you while you are taking your break. But, everyone needs a vacation occasionally. I’ve certainly taken time off more than once this year. I was reading one of Zazamataz’s blogs the other day. She said one thing she has learned is to only work on one goal at a time. So I am taking that advice to heart this year and working only on the goal of getting into better shape physically. When I feel comfortable and confident with that goal, I will add in something else. Perhaps you need to cut your list from 13 to 1 and try the One Goal philosophy, too. Have a nice rest!
Eve’s last blog post..Almost 2009
December 30th, 2008 at 8:29 pm
Best wishes to you and your family for the New Year.
Mike Golch’s last blog post..With the New Year soon to be here … ( A Double Dog dare)
December 30th, 2008 at 8:33 pm
Thanks for the ‘balance’ of this upbeat post …
I confess that when you convinced me to join Blog 365 about this time last year, I had REAL reservations … but am surprised that it’s not been as much of a drag or challenge than I thought it might be … and you know I’ve posted on other blogs too (thought not daily) all year long so I’ve accumulated a total of 659 posts during 2008 as of this moment … 376 of those were at Small Reflections … 11 more than necessary ;–)
Who knew I’d be so obsessive? As for taking time off … I dunno, but maybe I’ll consider it and see what happens. I do have several books I’ve been wanting to read. Hope you have a joyous 2009.
Hugs and blessings,
happily retired gal’s last blog post..A New Year’s Gift for ALL my Bloggy Friends
December 30th, 2008 at 8:34 pm
So..let me get this right..did you do a post everday for a year??? Wow..that’s awesome! LOL!!! You’re my hero!!!
I’m so glad I found you in blogland, and I do look forward to what you have in 2009!
Alicia’s last blog post..FEELS LIKE A LONG DAY!
December 30th, 2008 at 8:48 pm
Congrats on completing 365. that is quite the accomplishment. Have a nice blogging vacation and a happy New Year. May 2009 be spectacular and full of wonderful surprises. Cheers!
Christine’s last blog post..Out For Lunch…
December 30th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Wow, you actually blogged EVERY DAY this past year! Now THAT’S dedication!
December 30th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
WOW! Enjoy your much deserved time off!
Loved the gift commentaries … so funny.
And the ghost thing is giving me the heebie jeebies.
I look forward to more of your blog when you are refreshed and ready for Season 2!!!! Enjoy your daughter and get used to your new togetherness..I’m sure it will take some adjusting!
Happy 2009!
Jenners’s last blog post..10 Things I Learned Over the Holidays
December 30th, 2008 at 10:37 pm
First of all, I never make resolutions. Kind of pointless. They never work. I have to make my resolutions every morning and just concentrate on that one day. Much more managable.
HOLY CRAP. I would have had to change the sheets too. That little ghostie would have scared the poos right out of me. Thanks for the update on that. I’ve been wondering.
I like you vibrator! It looks relaxing!
I hope you have a fabulous New Years Eve and THE BEST 2009!
Kat’s last blog post..All Is Right In My World
December 30th, 2008 at 11:05 pm
Happy New Years to you…enjoy your break:)
Nap Warden’s last blog post..Merry Christmas!
December 30th, 2008 at 11:28 pm
Lookie here!!! http://www.momdot.com/top50momblogs/
Karen of Sillymonkeez’s last blog post..Why Only See Your Family During the Holidays?
December 30th, 2008 at 11:31 pm
Congrats on 365 days of blogging! Happy 2009!
Asianmommy’s last blog post..Harajuku Lovers
December 31st, 2008 at 12:27 am
Glad it was a year with great moments for you, more to come in 2009.
The ghostly whisper sure is creepy! Did you go looking where that came from? I sure wouldn’t!
Yeah, I don’t stick to my new year’s resolution either (which is to lose fat), but see, I’m getting bigger as days go by. I’ve given up on it long ago.
Wishing you more blessings in the coming year!
ceemee’s last blog post..Food Experiment #2
December 31st, 2008 at 12:53 am
A bloggy break is nice every once in a while
enjoy it
Elle’s last blog post..Visions of Sugar Plums
December 31st, 2008 at 2:37 am
Enjoy your break, and congrats on making it through 365 days of posting. wow! Your ghost story gave me chills. I think we have some spirit activity in our home too….
Love your gift stories, so funny!
December 31st, 2008 at 3:05 am
Does that mean you don’t like the Vibrator?
That ghosty IS spooky, bbrrr….
And yeah, you deserve a break
!
Mh, but what happened to your Gravatars (Avatars, whatever you call them)?
Anyhow, have a great start into 2009!
December 31st, 2008 at 6:44 am
LOL Love your ghost story!!! Have an awesome 2009!
Elaine B.’s last blog post..A Big Thank You!
December 31st, 2008 at 8:31 am
First of all – I may need to change my desk chair because of the “Mommy” whisper. Yea. *shudders*
And don’t worry, resolutions are for quitters. We won’t be drug down with their ship!
Hope you have a happy and healthy New Year!! XOXO!!
autumn dahlia’s last blog post..Wordless Wednesday – Caught in the Chaos
December 31st, 2008 at 10:19 am
Congratulations, Sandy. I love you.
December 31st, 2008 at 11:14 am
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! You survived blog 365? I was wayyyyy toooo scared to even try. Take the well earned break and come back twice a strong for 2009. I look forward to it!!
Average Girl’s last blog post..I Got Interviewed and I Want To Interview You!!
December 31st, 2008 at 11:15 am
I’ll miss ya! Happy New Year and see you real soon!
supermommy’s last blog post..Merry Christmas!
December 31st, 2008 at 1:24 pm
I have that item you got. However, I bought it myself for my Stupid shoulder, not to be confused with My Stupid Leg (trademark pending).
Enjoy the time off. Baby dust to you, too!
Suzanne’s last blog post..Why is it…
December 31st, 2008 at 2:33 pm
HAPPY New Year!!
2009 will be a great one!!
Can’t wait for season 2!
Amanda’s last blog post..The Automaker bailout from a different perspective..
December 31st, 2008 at 6:56 pm
Ooo… the ghost thing was way too creepy. Glad the incidents are down to one, though.
Three-year-olds and thirty-year-old men ARE easy to please. Get him a feather duster.
Happy New Year! I can’t wait for 2009! (Guess I only have to wait a couple more hours).
Jen of a2eatwrite’s last blog post..What’s Cooking Wednesday: Chicken Pot Pie a la Nigella
December 31st, 2008 at 9:38 pm
I’ll miss you and I can’t wait for you to come back to your blog!
December 31st, 2008 at 10:06 pm
I figured you were going to take a few well deserved days off.
With everything going on, thank you for stopping by my blog as frequently as you did.
Grandy’s last blog post..See Ya Suck-It 2008 – Let’s Ring Bring-It 2009
January 1st, 2009 at 5:31 am
p.s. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
Grandy’s last blog post..See Ya Suck-It 2008 – Let’s Ring Bring-It 2009
January 1st, 2009 at 5:31 am
She’s either easily impressed, or well trained! Hopefully you won’t have those embarrassing “Oh…I already have this..” moments of gift giving in the years to come.
I have that ‘vibrator’. It’s really great! *wink*
Happy New Year, Sandy!
January 1st, 2009 at 11:19 am
Happy New Year! Enjoy your time off and then come back with a vengence!
perpstu’s last blog post..And Away We Go!
January 1st, 2009 at 3:01 pm
Happy New Year! I quit making resolutions several years ago
And I wouldn’t have just changed the sheets, I would have gone to sleep in another room! Spooky!!
I hope your 2009 starts off great and continues to be great throughout the year!
Kmommy’s last blog post..Just a little blurb about the holidays…
January 1st, 2009 at 4:07 pm
Awww, and you had such high hopes for the life hammer.
Alice Audrey’s last blog post..Good Bye Thursday Thirteen
January 1st, 2009 at 5:23 pm
I shouldn’t have read your ghost story at 1 in the morning. You should see my goosebumps.
I hope your year brings you many good things, as many as you deserve and more than you hope, even. It’s lovely to know you.
Happy New Year, my friend.
Jennifer H’s last blog post..To the lake
January 2nd, 2009 at 4:21 am
About the creepy ghostses, after hearing that and hearing about the tree speaking to her, I’d say it sounds like Babisodes has some psychic ability. That’s something I’m very interested in, so I’m curious about her ghostses, but I don’t want to see any strange ones in MY HOUSE!
These stories are creepy. I can relate to your being freaked out when Dadisodes isn’t there, but even more because the stuff isn’t normal. Unless somebody’s living in your house when you’re not looking.
New Year’s Eve, after I went to bed at 1 minute after midnight, I woke up in the middle of the night to a crash-boom-boom in my kitchen. Since I no longer have any pets, I lay there trying to breathe softly, my heart racing up to about 600 beats a minute. Did someone just break into my kitchen?
Eventually I got brave enough to get up. Middle of the night turned out to be 10:30 a.m. The burglar turned out to be a shelf I had put up across two windows, where I had a bunch of potted plants. Shelf and pots had decided to fall down and break. What fun.
Dot’s last blog post..This and That
January 2nd, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Hey Sandy enjoy taking some time off. We’ll be back when you get back. Lol at the vibrator gift. I think 2009 can be better than 2008 for a lot of people… hopefully.
Tim’s last blog post..New weeks resolutions
January 3rd, 2009 at 2:02 am
**pssst***
I know you’re resting (as you should be).
I just wanted to peak in and say HI!!
Grandy’s last blog post..A New Blogging Adventure – 2009 1st Edition
January 5th, 2009 at 2:56 am
Ghost stories freak me out!!
Wishing you and yours a year full of peace and unexpected laughter,
Maithri
Maithri’s last blog post..Rise
January 6th, 2009 at 2:10 am
Awww…the massager. Guess he wants you to relax….
I do hope you enjoy the break, and we’ll be watching out for your return.
WIshing you and your family a happy, prosperous new year!
katcarneo’s last blog post..Yay, New Year!
January 8th, 2009 at 2:44 am
You’ve made me laugh so much through your blog, it is I who should thank YOU.
January 8th, 2009 at 6:47 pm
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February 2nd, 2009 at 3:06 pm