For now I’ll catch you up on the busy month of June. Some of you might remember that June is ‘Birthday Month’ in MommyKnowsVille. Last year, I encouraged you all to ‘throw a crap party’ ... so that we can all breakaway from the ‘party extravagance’ that plagues us all. This year, I went a step further and we didn’t have parties – just family, cake and a best friend (EASY).

Here’s the month in pictures!

On June 14th Hayley came home from Brazil! Lizzy was overjoyed I think you can see it in this picture. (Hayley brought home a terrible rash that covered her face … I promised not to publish photo’s).

Did I mention that Lizzy was happy?

Sam turned eight the same day. Hayley’s return was a great birthday surprize (although he confessed he was hoping for a motor bike).

A few days later Georgia turned three. She was thrilled with the whole process. She and I baked and decorated the cupcakes (messy). She was on cloud nine ALL day.

We didn’t have birthday parties, BUT I didn’t get away with cancelling the festivities ‘scott free’. I offered what I thought was an enjoyable and ‘less-stress’ alternative—> a family trip to Drumheller. Drumheller is the Dinosaur capital of Canada.

Mr. Mk shows Georgia a fossilized hadrosaurus tibia. A guided hike from the Royal Tyrrell Museum was a hit with all the kids.

The Royal Tyrrell Museum is outstanding! Georgia is crazy about Dinosaurs.

The weekend was a family event. My parents, my sister and her family and my Grandma were along for the fun. Everybody except Great Grandma had a go on the go-carts.

My sister and her family live in Louisiana, so these cousins are thrilled to get together!

When the weekend was over … I wasn’t quite ready to head home. Georgia and I went home with my parents for a few quiet days at the farm.

We went hunting for tadpoles at this pretty little pond.

Along with dinosaurs and tadpoles, Georgia loves the farm … and dandelions.

We have all kinds of fun planned for July. Trips, contests and more … come back soon!

MK xo
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I took her with me to a Bridal Shower today.

It went really well, except when:

• Georgia started her hair on fire (votif candle on table).
• Georgia decided to take off her skirt and panties in the middle of the venue after jumping in mud puddles, she couldn’t possibly wear a wet skirt.
• Georgia opened the car door as we drove down the highway (going 65 mph or 110 kmh).

Anyway, we’re home now … in one piece. Just a little less hair.

MK xo
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It feels old and ricketty. My wheels are turning slowly … when they turn. Staying positive feels like an uphill battle.

This is my body …

It’s not going anywhere fast … better get Maaco!

I’m working on cheering up …

MK xo
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This one I call – ‘Tread Softly and Carry a Big Stick’.

Sam doesn’t quite have the same diplomacy policy as his sister.

I call this one – ‘Wee Warrior’. Strangely enough that is a pelvis from a horse skeleton around his neck, and a rib in his hand. While the girls were happy to peer at the bones and nudge them with their feet; Sam felt a need to wear them. He asked if he could, “wear them to school”. “YA Right SAM!” He’s not quite as evolved as I’d hoped.

I spent Mother’s Day at ‘my’ Grandma’s farm, with my parents, aunt and uncles. After a great dinner, we all took a walk. It was a chilly spring day. It won’t be long now until summer (see the buds just coming out on the trees). I took a whole slew of pictures. Speaking of slough(s) ...

This shot of the slough and the tree I call – ‘Still Water’. I agree I’m not that creative … can you think of a better name?

Finally, my favourite …

A family portrait. I can’t think of a name for this one. Help me out!

Please remember that all comments on this post, will be entered into the ‘Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend’ Giveaway.You may enter daily … and on each new post until May 14th, 2008 @ 11: 59 when we will randomly pick a winner.

MK xo
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Yippee – another contest. This site has been too serious and way too lacking in schwag lately. Don’t you think?

Check out this great new bracelet I picked out this weekend.

I LOVE it!

Which is why I have negotiated one of my favorite contest/giveaways to date. Win up to $100 in jewelry!

It’s easy … follow the instructions below:

1. Go over to GWT and check out all the great Jewelry—pick out your favorite piece UNDER $100.

2. Then come back and leave a link to the particular piece here in the comments (or the current posts comments) and you’ll be entered to win.

Example:

I love the this ring: http://www.globalwealthtrade.com/products/displayItem.php?category=5&item=2688

I told you it was easy—> that actually is my favorite ring … I love it!

Contest ends: May 14th, 2008 @ 11:59 pm.

If any of you are looking for a ‘work@home’ business opportunity make sure to CLICK HERE and then click on the opportunities link on the top of the page.

You may enter daily … and on each new post until May 14th, 2008 @ 11: 59 when we will randomly pick a winner.

MK xo
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Yippee – another contest. This site has been too serious and way too lacking in schwag lately. Don’t you think?

Check out this great new bracelet I picked out this weekend.

I LOVE it!

Which is why I have negotiated one of my favorite contest/giveaways to date. Win up to $100 in jewelry!

It’s easy … follow the instructions below:

1. Go over to GWT and check out all the great Jewelry—pick out your favorite piece UNDER $100.

2. Then come back and leave a link to the particular piece here in the comments (or the current posts comments) and you’ll be entered to win.

Example:

I love the this ring: http://www.globalwealthtrade.com/products/displayItem.php?category=5&item=2688

I told you it was easy—> that actually is my favorite ring … I love it!

Contest ends: May 14th, 2008 @ 11:59 pm.

If any of you are looking for a ‘work@home’ business opportunity make sure to CLICK HERE and then click on the opportunities link on the top of the page.

You may enter daily … and on each new post until May 14th, 2008 @ 11: 59 when we will randomly pick a winner.

MK xo
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SEE!

Mr. MK’s getting sick of me saying, “just look at that cute face, I forgot about that cute face!”—> so, I am telling you instead.

Stop that! I can hear you groaning …

MK xo
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The real reason is (it’s so not like me – REALLY), due to my recent illness I am tired, tired, tired. Needless to say, when they arrived to visit me twice this week during the afternoon I was lying in bed still bra less (too much info?) and still in my pj’s. I am sure, if they’re not permitted to drink coffee, watch t.v. or surf the internet, they certainly shouldn’t be cavorting with scantily clad, middle-aged ladies with no undergarments! Right?

In reality, grabbing Georgia and ducking under the covers while whispering, “shhhhh … shhhh … quiet … hide … no talking … don’t look out the window … hide”, well it’s probably the most decent thing to do … honestly … (did I mention I’m a double DD?). That and it beats the hell out of flying out of bed, scrambling to dress and then politely telling them you aren’t taking visitors today. The disappointment … I always feel so bad!

I need to get some GUTS.

MK xo
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Psst … I’m feeling OK … just tired.

I have the idiopathic sort (it means the idiots can’t figure out why … heeheehee).

It’s gotten a little bit worse over the past week. Hoping it doesn’t progress any further. The lesion is in my spinal cord at the c4 vertabrae, therefore, potentially everything below my chin could be paralyzed. Due to the fact that it came on quite slowly the doctors don’t think it will get much worse.

I skied today. I sucked! Due to a slight weakness on the left side of my body (thanks myelitis) I found it difficult. I was fun to get out and spend time with the kids. I figure I should get out and enjoy my legs while they still work.

Tomorrow I rest!

This is such a fun blog, eh? Come back and check on the status of my partial paralysis tomorrow.

MK xo
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I’ve been x-rayed mri’d, jabbed, poked, prodded and parted with all kinds of fluids.

I’ve had several more ‘episodes’ where I loose feeling and the use of one or both of my arms (not fun). It comes with the most unbearable feeling … not pain but just as unwanted.

Will and I spent 13 hours in the ER over the weekend … tiring … boring … worrisome.

Lizzy scared us this evening by getting a BIG HONKIN’piece of wood stuck in her leg. There were no tears …

The Doc says, “she’s the toughest kid I’ve ever seen”. I agree :)

Oh … you wanna see?

She also wanted me to take a picture from the top too, because you can see some blood. HAHA

Talk to you soon!

MK xo