So, today Kings Island opened for the summer season. Well, Chad and I figured we might as well go and take the kids for some fun seeing as it was our day off, and since it was overcast I figured it wouldn't be that busy. So we set off around 11:30 and arrived around 12:20, not bad timing. Unfortunately alot of people must have had the same idea as us because when we got up to the entrance there was a veeeeerrrrrrrrryyyyyyyyy long line for the season pass processing center. This did not make us very happy especially due to the fact that our two year old doesn't get the whole "wait in line" thing. Apparently alot of people purchased their passes online like us and when you do that you have to go through the processing center to get your card with your picture on it. Anyway, around 30minutes into our wait one of the workers announced that you can enter the park one time before you have to get your pass processed, so it wasn't a hard decision for us to dash out of line and head on in.
After entering the park we headed straight for KiddyLand(Nick Universe). Our first ride was the Scooby Doo haunted Castle. It is where you ride in mini Mystery Machines and use laser guns to shoot the ghosts. I personally was excited since there are not to many rides we can all ride together. Victoria is too little to ride about 80% of them. Payton was quite apprehensive at first. He was intimidated by the spookiness of the place. But once we got on the ride both of the kids really enjoyed it. Next we went on the Lazytown Helicopters. Slow moving, but and enjoyable ride. Oh yeah and I didn't mention it had started sprinkling at this point, so at least we got out of the rain. Once again Victoria could participate in this.
By this point Payton was getting braver, so Chad and he decided to go on Plankton's Plunge. This is basically a mini Drop Zone. I was so proud he wasn't afraid at all. He loved it. So we took the next step and while Chad wrangled Victoria, Payton and I stood in line for the Rugrats Runaway Reptar ride. Hopefully you are all familiar with Kings Island and will understand when I describe this as a mine Face Off. Basically your legs hang from the coaster while it sails around the track. It is somewhat intimidating looking, especially from a five year olds point of view. But he was psyched. I have to say it looked like it was pretty tame, but once we got on it I was like " OMG this is fun". Payton agreed.
It was my turn to wrangle Victoria while Chad took Payton on what used to be called the Beastie in my day, but is now called the Fairly Odd Coaster. The line was a bit longer for this so Victoria and I set off to ride the Dora train. Well, we never quite made it on that ride due to the fact that my daughter spotted Diego. Now I'm sure most kids are afraid of these characters in real life, but not my girl. She became the "Diego Stalker". I swear I could not tear her away from him. She kept hugging him and giving him high fives. I am sure at some point the poor guy was like get this kid away from me, but he was very nice to her. After ripping her away from Diego kicking and screaming I focused her attention onto the Diego Safari ride. It's basically little cars that look like Safari cars that move in a slow circle. She loved it all the same. I also took her on Swipers Sweepers. I am not sure how to describe this ride but let's just say she was cracking up.
We made our way back over to the Fairly Odd coaster in hopes that we could see Payton and Chad. We made it just in time to see them get on. I guess they decided they might as well do it big, cause they sat in the first seat. Chad said Payton acted like he was going to poop his pants at first, but he ended up loving it. We rode a couple other little rides, but it started getting cold and Victoria's missed nap was starting to show, so we decided to take off. I purchased the kids some Ice cream cones before we left. And while Payton waited to finish his before he passed out in the car, Victoria passed out with her Ice cream still in hand. It must have been good. All-in-all it was a fun day, One we will be repeating again in the near future.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
About me!
| Things You Actually Really Want to Know About Me | |
| basic info | |
| name: | Amber |
| what do people call you?: | Ams, Ambuler, |
| birthday: | August |
| current location: | Hell Hole Ohio |
| height: | let's just say tall |
| eye color: | hazel |
| hair color: | Natural-dark blonde |
| righty or lefty?: | righty |
| a few questions | |
| do you believe in god?: | yes |
| do you have a religion?: | christian |
| do you speak another language?: | no |
| do you live in the moment?: | to much |
| do consider yourself tolerant of others?: | depends on if I have taken my medication..LOL |
| are you confident?: | `yes |
| are you a daredevil?: | That would be a big fat no! |
| what is the compliment you get from most people?: | Pretty eyes. |
| what do you like the most about your body?: | My face |
| do you think you are good looking?: | Hell yeah! lol |
| do have any bad habits?: | Too many to list |
| what's your biggest fear?: | Dying |
| do play an instrument?: | no |
| can you sing?: | yes |
| if you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?: | My boobs, make them smaller |
| what is the most important lesson you've learned from life?: | I am not old enough to know yet |
| do you think life has been good so far?: | very |
| is there anything you regret doing/not doing in life?: | doesn't everyone. |
| do you believe in love at first sight?: | no |
| do you kiss on first date?: | I might have in the past. |
| do you have sex on first date?: | Ummm Never! I wasn't a hoochie |
| favourite | |
| color: | pink |
| number: | 14 |
| food: | Chinese |
| drink: | Venti Mocha Frappachino |
| alcoholic drink: | Margaritas or beer |
| country: | um America duh! |
| animal: | turtles |
| season: | summer |
| day of the week: | wednesday |
| name: | Idk |
| have you ever... | |
| been arrested?: | no |
| kissed someone of the same sex?: | yes, Lisa on a dare |
| done something you regret?: | Hello didn't we cover this already? |
| smiled for no reason?: | yeah |
| laughed so hard you cried?: | Yeah and peed! |
| sang to someone for no reason?: | probably |
| talked to someone you don’t know?: | everyday of my like I am a waitress |
| been in love?: | yes for eight years now! |
| broken the law?: | Yeah, many times. |
| been in a car accident?: | yes, I got voted worst driver in high school |
| run into a wall?: | yes, I am clumsy as hell |
| made yourself cry to get out of trouble?: | More than I can count |
| cried over a movie?: | yes, gotta love chick flicks |
| been so drunk that you cant remember?: | yes |
| stayed home from school?: | Well, one of my best friends in high school was the biggest skipper, so what do you think! |
| been out of state?: | yes |
| in the opposite sex | |
| hair color: | usually dark |
| eye color: | hazel |
| height: | don't care |
| body type: | dk |
| short or long hair?: | dk |
| tattoos/piercings?: | dk |
| hot or cute?: | cute |
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Thursday, April 3, 2008
Abbey&Me!!
Well, since my husband has been home a lot lately I have not been able to have my daily chats with my best friend. So I am completely going through withdrawal, and it got me to thinking about my amazing friend and our precious friendship. Abbey and I met 13 years ago when I moved to Milton-Union middle school. I can still remember her bouncing into chorus class, her wild hair, and loud mouth. I wasn't sure quite what to make of her. She was very friendly, and made me feel comfortable in a new environment. I would be lying if I were to say we were inseparable from day one. Our friendship has been more of a metamorphosis. I can still remember when her grandma passed away. It really took a toll on her. That was probably one of our first bonding talks.
High school came and through the years we grew closer. I have been there for every foolish boy that broke her heart. The summer before our junior year we had Kings Island season passes. We used to load up Big Red(A big red pick-up truck) pack ourselves a couple of snacks and hit the road with Steppenwolf's "Magic Carpet Ride" blasting through the speakers. Those were the days! After my mom and dad split, I lived with my dad and he worked night shift. Well, I hated being alone at night so I knew Abbey's parents never locked their doors(they lived in the country). I would go over there and crawl into her bed spend the night. I can't tell you how many times I slept there and Abbey wasn't even home. Her parents got very used to waking up with me there.Lol!
Honestly it would take to long to go through all the good times!!
Unfortunately, and my only regret is that we lost contact for about 3years. A very important 3years that contained some of our most important life events. We missed each others wedding's, and first babies birth. We were very fortunate to come back into contact with one another when little Ross was 3months old, and I was approximately 4weeks away from giving birth to my second child. It was like no time had passed. There were no awkward silences, or animosity. That's how you know a true friendship. I know no matter what happens in life she will be there for me,and me for her. I feel so blessed to know her and be in her life. I adore little Ross, and my kids adore her. I thank the good lord everyday for giving me such a blessing. Hope you enjoyed some of my favorite pics above.
High school came and through the years we grew closer. I have been there for every foolish boy that broke her heart. The summer before our junior year we had Kings Island season passes. We used to load up Big Red(A big red pick-up truck) pack ourselves a couple of snacks and hit the road with Steppenwolf's "Magic Carpet Ride" blasting through the speakers. Those were the days! After my mom and dad split, I lived with my dad and he worked night shift. Well, I hated being alone at night so I knew Abbey's parents never locked their doors(they lived in the country). I would go over there and crawl into her bed spend the night. I can't tell you how many times I slept there and Abbey wasn't even home. Her parents got very used to waking up with me there.Lol!
Honestly it would take to long to go through all the good times!!
Unfortunately, and my only regret is that we lost contact for about 3years. A very important 3years that contained some of our most important life events. We missed each others wedding's, and first babies birth. We were very fortunate to come back into contact with one another when little Ross was 3months old, and I was approximately 4weeks away from giving birth to my second child. It was like no time had passed. There were no awkward silences, or animosity. That's how you know a true friendship. I know no matter what happens in life she will be there for me,and me for her. I feel so blessed to know her and be in her life. I adore little Ross, and my kids adore her. I thank the good lord everyday for giving me such a blessing. Hope you enjoyed some of my favorite pics above.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
1200 Thread Count
So, for a while now my best friend(Abbey, the most frugal women in the world)has been telling me I am totally missing out by buying cheap sheets. I am talking 25o thread count. So after contemplation on spending a large sum of money on something no one really sees, I talked my husband and myself into ordering 1200 thread count sheets. I really didn't think they would be all that different, but if they held up for more than a year I figured it would be worth the money. So, they came in the mail yesterday, I washed them and I had to admit they felt so soft, thick, and sturdy. You could tell just by feeling them they were quality. I put them on our bed and I must say Abbey was right. If you are settling for anything less you are just cheating yourself and your wallet. They are amazing, and I can honestly say I will never again purchase cheap sets. The best part was the incredible price I got. 79.99 for sheets regularly priced at $450 dollars.Here's the link...http://www.overstock.com. Do yourself a favor and get some. It's the best deal I have found as of yet.!!
3 years today, 8 total!
Today is Chad & I's third wedding anniversary. We have been together for a total of eight years altogether. When I think about that it just amazes me. It seems like just yesterday when we met working at Big Boy together. I thought he was annoying. But he grew on me. He would do things like make me tell him I loved him for giving me my tables order. But I have to say he was honestly the best thing that ever happened to me. He is my northern star that always guides me in the right direction. He is the person I trust the most with everything. He gave me my two gorgeous children, to which he is the most amazing father. He is everything I ever could have wanted in a spouse and more. It is true we hardly see eye to eye. I am very stubborn, and a bit selfish. I am probably not the best cook, or housekeeper. And I could definitely stand to be a bit more giving of myself. But despite my many flaws I know he loves me. I know I can count on him no matter what the situation, even if he isn't always the most understanding or compassionate. We are two totally different people, brought up entirely different. Yet we fit together. We make it work. I look forward to many years more.
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