One Room Down...

We started our Christmas decorating last night, and Abbie was very clear that her room should be done first. She was very helpful this year. She put the hooks on the ornaments. She arranged them on the tree...she actually hasn't stopped arranging the ornaments since last night. I woke up this morning to find a nice grouping of ornaments on the very bottom branches.

This child LOVES Christmas, and between ornaments she would do a few of her favorite dance moves. This move is obviously called "The Dork." Her father has also perfected this move.

She has had this tree in her room since her first Christmas, and it was so much fun to watch her decorate it this year. I can remember when we would put her in the crib, and she would watch her parents do all the decorating. She's grown up so much!

She is so in love with this tree and so concerned with its perfect arrangement that we are pretty sure it is going to fall down in the middle of the night. We should teach her, "Timmmmmberrrrr."

Just another decorated day Being Billingsley...

The Adventures of Super Girl

I had the pleasure of being able to sit down and chat with Super Girl to get to know the girl behind the mystery:

Mommy: "Super Girl, help us to understand you better. What is it that you do?"

Super Girl: "Well, Super Girl flies around and she hits people."

Mommy: "Fascinating stuff. Tell me...why does Super Girl have to hit people?"

Super Girl: "Well, sometimes when people sneak up behind you, you have to hit them."

Mommy: "Indeed. You also apparently need to wear your new snow boots to do it. Super Girl, what do you superheroes eat?

Super Girl: "Mostly just people food. We don't eat dog food or anything because dog food is for dogs.

Mommy: "Thanks for clearing that up. Where do you live, Super Girl?"

Super Girl: "I live by myself... without a mommy or anything."

Mommy: "Interesting. You know, Super Girl I find that hard to believe in light of how clean and fresh smelling that cape is. Do you have time for another question?"

Super Girl: "No."

And with that, she hurried away for some superhero business. .. hitting her father.


Just another day with Super Girl and Being Billingsley...

America's Next Top Models

This weekend we had family portraits done by Cozy Impressions Photography, and wow she did an amazing job!

If you've ever wanted photos taken of your family, do you yourself a favor and call Tanya. She is organized, quick, and extraordinarily talented.

Take a look at the photos she took and help me decide what to order! After the show comes to an end it will go to a gallery. Each photo is labeled (b#). Let me know which ones you like.

http://cozyimpressionsphotography.com/Billingsley/

Just another indecisive day Being Billingsley...

So Far...Not So Good

Well, it all started at 10:00 this morning. I went to my polling place, where I have voted in many an election in the past, to discover the line wrapped completely around the building.

I think normally I would have been thrilled about all those folks showing up to vote. I mean in the past I could simply allocate 5 minutes to the entire voting experience including drive time...I could actually hear crickets in the voting booth.

But, I know this morning's line was full of people who had no idea why they were voting for their candidate of choice. People are buzzing with HYPE! So irritating! Does anyone do their own independent research anymore??? People seem to be making this decision completely based on sound bites and pep rallies.

Do me a favor today. When you encounter that person who is all too willing to discuss the person he voted for, ask him WHY he voted the way he did. You will no doubt get the same answers I've been getting....stupid ones. If you get, "We need change." Be sure to ask, "What changes do you expect to see?" Then, step back and watch the genius fumble for a meaningful answer. Idiots.

Well, an hour later I finally got to cast my ballot for the lesser of the two devils running for pres. Nothing like waiting an hour to vote for someone you have to hold your nose to tolerate.


Just another election day Being Billingsley...

Cute kid alert!! Today was the Halloween party at preschool. I've never seen so many 3-year-old princesses.

I'm hoping you can help me solve a mystery here... Who is that gorgeous little Cinderella? I mean seriously, she must have a stunning mother.

Here she is with Dorothy...her best friend and my favorite 3-year-old niece. Please notice the basket Dorothy is holding. Toto has been tucked in and is sleeping soundly in there.

This beautiful (and I should add brilliant) Cinderella was also very gracious. Her mom must also be a very well mannered saint of a woman. She permitted me to take several pictures of her.

An artist too!! Here, this little Bernini fashioned a spider out of nothing but a donut, pretzel sticks, and two chocolate chips.

I have to say, she did finally get frustrated with all of my picture taking and made it clear with this last photo.

Well, I think that photo may actually solve the mystery. The obvious irritation and frustration on her face gives it all away.

Just another wonderful day Being Billingsley...

Ahhh...The Splendor of Autumn

Isn't this the best time of year!! The crisp air and dropping leaves are amazing, but my favorite thing has to be the never ending political commercials.

Seriously, I wish the television networks could put more of these 30 second bursts of gospel truths back-to-back-to-back. They bring me so much hope for our future.

I mean saying things like, "I will work for you. And, I will end crime," make me feel warm and fuzzy. There is no need to explain HOW they plan to accomplish that. And obviously, if a politician says they will end crime, there will no longer be a need to even lock your doors at night. In fact, you can just forget about a bank...just leave your cash in piles on your front porch. How convenient!!! Politicians really have a way of getting things done for us and do so with GREAT efficiency!

You know what would be really great! I think someone should spend a fortune for a half-an-hour infomercial! I think 30 minutes during prime time would cost something like $1,000,000 per network, and I can't imagine a better place to invest the money.

And a special thank you to Obama and McCain for insightful and honest advertising. Americans are surely in good hands with either of you!


Just another insightful day Being Billingsley...

Snow White Eats Breakfast...she actually loves a smoothie

Imagine my surprise this morning when instead of my beautiful little girl, Snow White awoke from Abbie's bed.

I gotta tell you.... Snow White, she's cranky when she's famished. Don't believe all the fairytale hype. She's tough.

She's insisted being addressed by her full name, "Princess Snow White." She carefully explained to her dimwitted subject, "See this? This is called a crown. I'm a princess, and this princess is hungry."

Eager to please the royal princess, I whipped up a fresh strawberry smoothie. I'm thankful she enjoyed it.

I'm also thankful that Princess Snow White did leave and returned my daughter to me shortly after bath time this morning.

Just another hilarious day Being Billingsley...