Step 1: Create a Hypothesis...

Welcome back to 8th grade science class. We're hitting up the Scientific Method!

I'm one that likes to test out things to see the validity of the claims. I can't watch late-night television or infomercials without having a strong urge to run to the phone/internet to order the latest and greatest to see if it really works. I will not tell you how many products have come in (and promptly left) this home that bears the "As Seen On TV" label. On my online baby community, one poster had listed a breastmilk increasing cocktail that I just HAD to try!

Step 1: Create the hypothesis. This cocktail will increase breastmilk anywhere from 20 mins - overnight from consumption.

Step 2: Make predictions about the hypothesis. I hypothesize that this will be a giant load of BS.

Step 3: Carry out the experiment.

The 4 ingredients for this concoction are: 1 cup Milk, 1/2 cup Sweetened Condescend Milk, 1 avocado and ice. Mix all in a blender until smooth. Drink half of the drink and save second half for the next day. Wait for engorgement.

Step 4: Evaluation.

Ummmm...I found that I really don't like avocados. And like them even less when mixed with milk. I couldn't finish the drink. I tried putting it in the freezer to make it more like an icee to dull down the taste, but no go. Early the next morning, I was violently sick. I'll spare the details, but the avocado made my St. Patrick's Day a little greener....and my bathroom. Although the two may not have been related, I will NOT be redoing this experiment.

Step 5: Retest.

Oh hell no.


I have exactly 2 weeks before I'm going back to work. I don't quite know how I feel about it yet. I'm excited to be bringing in some money, but I've really enjoyed being at home with the girl. I enjoy it a lot more than when I was home with Marcus. I feel guilty about that, but I don't have control over my hormones, as AWESOME as that would be. She is a pretty good baby, although she's already sleeping and eating better at my MIL's house than my own. I'm thinking of creating a white noise sound entitled "Insane 2-4 year old boys" because that is what this girl falls fast asleep to. I've never seen someone knock out so quickly in amidst screaming from emotional toddlers, choo-choos being thrown everywhere, telephone ringing, etc.

Speaking of insane children, Mister is cutting his 2 year molars. It has been an interesting time of our life. He's emotional, snot-nosed, and not sleeping well. Thank goodness for the Dad not working right now, otherwise I'd be tearing my hair out. Last night was the first night in nearly 2 weeks that he's slept through the night in his toddler bed. We've been resorting to putting him back in the crib after the 12th time our bedroom door comes flailing open. Unfortunately, the way his door frame is, a gate would be ineffective. However, he is doing some adorable things, that of course, I can't get on camera. He's smiling on command, saying "Zeus, come!...Shush!...Go Away!". No wonder the poor dog is confused.

And like all newborns, the Misses picked now to wake up from her cat nap. Hoping for sleep and a better feeling body tomorrow. Ciao.

Don't you judge me

I haven't posted in 4 months. I'm so not good at these things.

One of my good friends had this as her Facebook Status "Never judge parents with older kids than yours". I agree - to a point. I do not agree with the whole "Don't judge people" or "Don't judge a book by it's cover". You absolutely should judge people. It doesn't make you a bad person - it is vital to keep you safe.

If a man came to my door, saying that he'll babysit my children for free...should I not judge him? Should I allow him into my home and let him watch my kids just so I am not judging him? Hells to the No. Sometimes it is important to judge other people. You may more some incorrect assumptions sometimes, but that's a risk I'm willing to take. By not juding people, you may be running yourself an even higher risk.

I judge prospective employees. I judge the person who turns their children forward-facing before it is legal. I judge people who go out every weekend and leave their children with babysitters. (This is not aimed at the person who goes out occasionally or has date nights, etc) I judge my mother who lets people at work walk all over her. I'm not ashamed to say that I have probably made swift judgements about every person I've met. Many of those judgements have been incorrect and upon getting to know others, I've retracted my judgements.

Speaking of judges - it's amazing how many Judge shows there are during daytime television. Every hour you can find some judge - Judge Judy, Judge Alex, Judge Pierro. I do not understand them. I'm all for the court system if it is needed, but my God. I saw a preview for one today where the girl was bringing someone to court because he had pulled her out of her car and started beating her up. Seriously? Does this guy honestly think that the woman judge is going to side with him on this one? Settle out of court my man.

Anyway - Don't be ashamed to judge others, just don't allow those judgements to interfere with being a good person.