My life

I'm a mommy, and I'm just not cool anymore. This is a sad reality that I have to face. This is a fact that I have known for a while, but lately I feel like there are reminders everywhere I look.

1. I actually told my sister the other day I am hopeful that soon jeans will be out of style and black yoga pants will be all the rage. Seriously, my post baby body does not look too hot in jeans, and they are not at all comfortable. I blame maternity clothes for my current style. I spent almost 2 years pregnant (since September 2005). Maternity clothes are like heaven...they are so comfy and have great elastic waists. It's like wearing sweats all the time. I got use to that comfort, and I hate going back to yucky buttons and zipper. (Oh the horror!).

2. Last weekend we took the girls to see "Disney:Live!". It has been a while since I attended a concert. Honestly, I can't remember the last adult show I saw. Anyway, I found myself getting all dolled up to see Mickey Mouse. No joke. I spent extra time on my hair and makeup. This was my event for a Friday night...entertainment from large Disney figures singing. I'm not going to lie...it was a good time.

3. I rock out to Miley Cyrus. Without even meaning to, I found myself singing along to a Miley Cyrus song "Party in the USA" tonight. I knew all the words, and almost subconsiously started rocking out in my mini van. The shame.

4. Speaking of music...Phil Collins song "Take a look at me now" is now a remake by Mariah Carey. A group of my 5th graders at the school I teach at werre singing this remake. I informed them that it was a remake of an older song, and they gave me the "you're old" look. I actually remember doing this to my dad when he pointed out that songs I use to like were actual remakes.

5. I've been called "lady" lately more then I've been called "miss". Also, getting IDed for alcohol is starting to become a rare occurance.

6. My idea of a wonderful night involves at least 8 hours of sleep. WHICH I rarely get, and it's not because I'm doing anything wild...I'm reading, googling, or up with a toddler.

7. I spend a great deal of time talking about poop. I also speak in terms of "potty" "pee pee" and "poopy". This is due to potty training, which is a disgusting task.

8. "New Moon" (Twilight series) movie is coming out Nov. 20th...and I happen to be obsessed thinking about it. Husband reminds me it's fiction, but I can't accept that. I am convinced Edward will come and take me. ((sigh)). I want to see the movie opening night, and I'm afraid I may have to push aside a bunch of "tweens" to get a good seat.

I think about how my life has changed in the past 5 years. I seem to be becoming my parents, and actually they seem to be getting a bit "cooler". It's the circle of life ((sings The Lion King Song)). I blame my kids, and I wouldn't have it any other way. "I'm cool with it". ; )