So today I have decided to give up two things. The first is my terrible cola habit. I am truly addicted at this point and Drew and I have both decided to give it up. Perhaps in the process we can lose a few unwanted pounds and save a little money too! I just think it is silly that I am drinking a minimum of one a day (usually more like three) and that my kids seem to think they need if with every meal now. Growing up I only drank soda on special occasions like holidays, eating out and of course vacations! One of the greatest things about vacations was that the fridge was always packed with soda and we could drink it whenever we liked. Fond memories! And so today I bid my farewell to Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero and countless others. I'd like to say a few words in their honor if I may:
"Sweet, sweet Coca Cola...you have been such a dear friend to my taste buds over these past years. Our parting is a bitter sweet sorrow for me. I will always look back on our time together as joyous and carefree . When I drank in your rich, dark refreshment I was filled with not only a cool beverage but also a sense of familiarity and belonging. You never judged me. You never betrayed me. You have always been there for me. But now our time together must end. I have to think of my waistline now. It's not you Coca Cola, it's me. Don't ever change...not ever."
Thank you for indulging me.
And secondly I am giving up shopping. At least shopping with this little monster:
Sure, she looks sweet enough. But in the recent weeks Savannah has taken up the habit of impersonating a screech owl. She makes the most ear-splitting, blood-curdling screams you have ever heard from a creature as small as she. She seems to be at the top of her game in a shopping and/or church situation. Today I went to three stores and found myself cupping my hand over her mouth so many times that we had to eventually just give up and leave them all. So Savannah my love, I hope you have enjoyed your time out of hte house to this point because I'm not sure how much more of the outside world you will get to see until we can break you of this habit!
And my parting shot today is of little Abbie. This picture was taken just a few minutes ago after we discussed the fact that she is far too old to be throwing one major tantrum every day and it has to stop or she will back on a daily napping schedule. What do you think? Will she hold up her end of the bargain?
