I’m a moron
March 5, 2008 at 4:02 pm | In Uncategorized | 14 CommentsI’ve had a great week, but it’s been overwhelmingly great because I am officially tired. Tired enough that I was late getting here this morning because I had to stop at 7-11 to get some Diet Dr. Pepper to stay awake long enough to get to work. I mean I probably could have made it to work just fine with no caffeine, but it just sounded good at the time. I’ve got a Red Bull going now, so I should be good to go soon.
Yesterday was the coolest day for me personally. My friends daughter is a big Jonas Brothers fan and I was able to bring her with me to work to meet the guys and have her picture taken with them and then get them tickets to the show last night. I think it was so neat because I get it. I had the same love for the New Kids on the Block that these kids have for the Jonas Brothers. I had my NKOTB sleeping bag and Joey t-shirt and Magic Summer VHS tape and everything else anyone would buy me. They had a great time at the concert and I had a ton of fun watching her other little ones. I just feel like a horrible sitter for several reasons…some beyond my control.
First there’s the eating situation. How much salt is too much salt for a kiddo to put on chips? Is a hot dog and Pringles a well balanced dinner? What about grilled cheese and pickles? Is it too cold to go outside? What if they have on jackets? How do I make this kite work? Why does this comb have this metal thingy on it that looks like it may possibly be used to texturize hair? Oh, maybe because it is used to texturize hair and that’s why I now have a not too big but enough to notice ball of hair in my hand. How stupid am I? God help me if I ever have a daughter. Or I guess God help her because she might be in trouble. If I can’t even comb hair without completely screwing it up. Maybe I try too hard or maybe I am just that stupid. I don’t know.
Regardless I did ask the kiddos for a review of my sitting job at the end of the night and they both said that I did perfect. They are 4 and 6 and I’m pretty sure they would tell me if I was awful, wouldn’t they? I think I am thinking about this way too much. It didn’t hurt that they are fantastic kids…but I have to give myself a tad bit of credit for, if nothing else, trying. Anyway…
I wish that I could give a couple of for instances of the night justice. The horrible feeling of knowing that the comb doesn’t just get the knots out…but it also CUTS the knots out. I would legitimately call myself heartless if my heart had not sunk into my stomach and then reflux kicked in and I wanted to throw up. Horrible.
We all made it through the night and I slept hard. I wouldn’t have slept at all if I’d have thought that I’d have done wrong in any way.
J-Si and I make the next music video today, so that will be up on Friday. I don’t have the LSU beanie with me today, so wearing it is not even an option which makes me sad cause it was going to be my hook. Oh well. Maybe next week.
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Well, sounds like you did a great job w/ the kids
I’m sure meeting the Jonas brothers was plenty for them! LoL!
Yes! I’m so excited to see the next music video! Looking forward to it! Have a good day Shanon!
Comment by Vannah — March 5, 2008 #
one day…you shall make a wonderful mother…just remember…it takes TWO to make a child and TWO to raise a child.
Comment by craig — March 5, 2008 #
As long as the kids survived and are in a semi-good mood or asleep when the parents get back, great job!
(^_^)b
Comment by Panna — March 5, 2008 #
There are a lot of single moms/sigle dads out there doing a fabulous job! They have my total respect. Parenting (when done well) is hard work.
Comment by anonymous — March 6, 2008 #
I think a horrible sitter would have been one that didnt show so much concern with what was best for the kids. The fact that you did/do shows more than most parents do.
What do you mean no beanie?? OMG, imagine what all those LSU fans will feel with you tossing your hook aside!!
I have to admit I kind of liked the video you did. I think you might have been a little nervous at first but I later saw a few smiles. It’s what made it real and I can’t wait to see another.
I still wouldnt mind meeting you when I go to Dallas you don’t seem to psycho, lol.
As for Craig, yes it takes 2 to make a child, but it takes a community to raise one.
Comment by NorthrnLights — March 6, 2008 #
Northern Lights,
I totally agree-a support system is key!
Comment by Leah — March 6, 2008 #
Shanon, you’ve forgotten that letting the kids eat hot dogs and pringles is the BEAUTY of babysitting. You don’t have to worry about the big picture of healthy eating and how it will affect their life in the years to come…as a babysitter you get to just have FUN!!! Leave it to the parents to worry about all that other dull stuff hahaha
Sort of like being an Aunt, you get to do all the fun stuff and not worry about the discipline.
Comment by Amy — March 6, 2008 #
Amy,
Well said! That is what makes a well rounded kid.
Comment by Leah — March 6, 2008 #
n.l….the “community” is raising kids that kill…i would reconsider that theory.
Comment by craig — March 6, 2008 #
anonymous…whilst i have not…not would not EVER show signs of disrespect or judgment on single parents…but this country is producing a generation of “Payton’s” that are angry and are not capable of engaging in any interpersonal or healthy relationships…i stand by my theory that the problems of this country began to skyrocket when women left the kitchen for the workplace.
Comment by craig — March 6, 2008 #
i thought your topic read: i am a mormon.
Comment by craig — March 6, 2008 #
what happens when a “community” raises a kid:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,335496,00.html
Comment by craig — March 6, 2008 #
a “community” raised child, no doubt.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,335709,00.html
Comment by craig — March 6, 2008 #
Wonder if that kid will gow up and regularly post on or be obsessed with a deejay’s blog?
I just don’t think there is a specific mold that is fool proof or perfect when parenting. Write a manual and I’ll read it.
Comment by Leah — March 6, 2008 #