Realizing I just gave quite a negative review of the Scary Mommy book, I want to point out that I did only read the first chapter, the one that's supposed to raise enough emotion to want to keep on reading. My point there was that the chapter didn't make me want to do anything else except put the book away. ;) More seriously, I'm sure the rest of the book has a lot more to say, about the good stuff as well... And to prove my point I googled the book and came across a nice interview of the author. You can click that link and read it but just for fun here are my answers to the same (well put!) questions in the Blogger Beat style.
Five words to describe your kids:Lovable, smiley, sympathetic, creative, irreplaceable.
Five words to describe motherhood:
Beautiful, challenging, rewarding, all-changing, fun.
Number of kids you imagined yourself having before you had kids:
Two or three.
Other names you were considering for your kids:
L... Can't reveal the rest in case I can talk my husband into having a third!
Best thing about being a mom in Phnom Penh:
Being able to provide for my sons an international environment, show them a different and fascinating culture, enable for them to learn several languages at a young age, guarantee them playtime outside each and everyday since it's always nice and warm out there! The worst thing is the extra worry load you carry when living in a developing country with its share of issues: tropical diseases, risky traffic, etc.
Best and worst things about being a mom of two:
Worst: not being able to put them to bed without one or both of them getting tired of waiting for their turn to be put into bed. Unnecessary crankiness due to my limitations. Also, double the trouble, or at least trouble the worry!
Best: being in awe twice over! I cannot believe that such amazing beings have been given to me to nurture and raise. How interesting it is to watch them grow and develop! And to see that bond of brotherhood form...
Your thoughts on suburban living:
I loved living in the center of the city but I find this suburban community perfect for our current needs. I miss the buzz of the city, the fact we were more 'a part of things' there, the strolls about town, the services we had around us since here even the closest supermarket is a car-ride away. But, I wouldn't go back to that now that our front door opens straight onto fresh green grass and a quiet lane nicely packed with other families with kids. I don't have to walk my kids to a money-charging 'park' as they walk me to one of our communal playgrounds or swimming pools.
Most sanity-saving and sanity-stealing toys at your house:
Sanity-saving: any real tool since they play two roles - one, functioning as intended in the kitchen or car or wherever, two, functioning as our older son's most favored toy!
Sanity-stealing: cheap and noisy 'educational' toys of the style 'press this button and sing along'... groan!
Best kids-and-husband-pleasing meal:
Spaghetti bolognaise.
Where you go for a night off from kitchen duty:In Phnom Penh you never know since the restaurant scene is so lively and good! We try out new places and revisit the favorites.
What you’ll do when all your kids are in school:Work.
Favorite thing about the fall with kids:
Waiting for grandma to arrive as she'll stay for more than three months!
Best way to unwind at the end of the day:Blog, email, check out Facebook, watch a movie or new series on dvd, read, shower in peace.
Favorite parenting blogs besides your own:
New at this so will fill this in later. My favorite starts with a K but I'm not sure it's public yet.
Five words to describe your kids:Lovable, smiley, sympathetic, creative, irreplaceable.
Five words to describe motherhood:
Beautiful, challenging, rewarding, all-changing, fun.
Number of kids you imagined yourself having before you had kids:
Two or three.
Other names you were considering for your kids:
L... Can't reveal the rest in case I can talk my husband into having a third!
Best thing about being a mom in Phnom Penh:
Being able to provide for my sons an international environment, show them a different and fascinating culture, enable for them to learn several languages at a young age, guarantee them playtime outside each and everyday since it's always nice and warm out there! The worst thing is the extra worry load you carry when living in a developing country with its share of issues: tropical diseases, risky traffic, etc.
Best and worst things about being a mom of two:
Worst: not being able to put them to bed without one or both of them getting tired of waiting for their turn to be put into bed. Unnecessary crankiness due to my limitations. Also, double the trouble, or at least trouble the worry!
Best: being in awe twice over! I cannot believe that such amazing beings have been given to me to nurture and raise. How interesting it is to watch them grow and develop! And to see that bond of brotherhood form...
Your thoughts on suburban living:
I loved living in the center of the city but I find this suburban community perfect for our current needs. I miss the buzz of the city, the fact we were more 'a part of things' there, the strolls about town, the services we had around us since here even the closest supermarket is a car-ride away. But, I wouldn't go back to that now that our front door opens straight onto fresh green grass and a quiet lane nicely packed with other families with kids. I don't have to walk my kids to a money-charging 'park' as they walk me to one of our communal playgrounds or swimming pools.
Most sanity-saving and sanity-stealing toys at your house:
Sanity-saving: any real tool since they play two roles - one, functioning as intended in the kitchen or car or wherever, two, functioning as our older son's most favored toy!
Sanity-stealing: cheap and noisy 'educational' toys of the style 'press this button and sing along'... groan!
Best kids-and-husband-pleasing meal:
Spaghetti bolognaise.
Where you go for a night off from kitchen duty:In Phnom Penh you never know since the restaurant scene is so lively and good! We try out new places and revisit the favorites.
What you’ll do when all your kids are in school:Work.
Favorite thing about the fall with kids:
Waiting for grandma to arrive as she'll stay for more than three months!
Best way to unwind at the end of the day:Blog, email, check out Facebook, watch a movie or new series on dvd, read, shower in peace.
Favorite parenting blogs besides your own:
New at this so will fill this in later. My favorite starts with a K but I'm not sure it's public yet.
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