Thursday March 4, 2010

Today was soooo beautiful outside!! What a tease this weather is. I know winter is not over just yet, but I will enjoy any and all breaks it gives us. The past few days, the weather was much warmer, but alas the sun was not shining. I feel so drained without my sunshine. It makes a huge difference in the way I function. Today, I saw that sun come out and felt the energy just bursting from me. I must have solar panels or something, hahaha!! I immediately knew exactly what needed to be done. I needed to spend my morning getting kids off to school, getting myself and the younger kids ready for the day, clean and do some laundry....and then head out for the afternoon for a nice outing with Tyson and Maiya on a photographic journey. My camera and I have a very close relationship, and  she was beginning to feel neglected. We went out, and it was so perfect. It was warm enough for the kids not to have to be bundled up, I had just given them a bath this morning so they were nice and clean, they were wearing the clothing I wanted them to wear, they were cheerful and excited to go on this adventure with me, and I had a few props and a perfect location! Sounds perfect right???......wellllll, while I was at the very beginning of this wonderful photographic journey....my camera gave out! I was NOT happy. I was snapping some pics of Tyson, and then all of the sudden got en error message on my camera...and then NOTHING!!! It would not let me do anything. I was very sad about this. I had only taken one picture of Maiya too, and her eyes were closed. I was so frustrated. So many things have been breaking down recently including computers, vaccum, mop....lots of unexpected expenses as well as saving up for a trip to Ontario, and passports. Don't get me wrong, I am happy to go out to Ontario (for my brother in law, Marcus', wedding)...just lots of things happening at once. I came home with a bit of a heavy heart, as the camera was just that final piece to top it all off. Tyson knew how I was feeling. He cocked his head to one side and in his cute little voice said "Mommy's mad??" and I said "Yes Tyson, but not at you". He is such a little angel and I just love him so much. I googled about this "error 99" message that was on my camera hoping to find a solution...and I did (hopefully it stays working). I LOVE google. I swear it can help you with anything! I guess Tyson and Maiya decided that this was worth dancing for because they turned on my radio and got me to dance around my room with them. Boy do they ever have moves, hahaha!! The kids got home from school and played outside. They were excited to pull out their bikes and ride them. It felt a little like summer with all of the friends coming around to play in the yard, and it was light out longer.
Oh, and to jog back a bit in my post here...I have to say that passport photos are TERRIBLE!!!! I went in and they sent me home telling me my shirt wasn't acceptable for the photo (It had to be dark and plain, no white) then I came back and was told to put my hair behind my ears, and to basically have no expression. Of course when somebody tells you not to smile it seems to be the hardest thing ever to stop smiling. I eventually tried to get rid of all expression on my face, and the end result is a very disturbing sight. I look like I am a person who would hijack a plane.