Happy New Year!

Yeah, it's a week late...but it's the thought that counts, right?

It's the first day of my new year anyway, as yesterday was my birthday. I spent a large portion of the day being upset at my husband who NEVER does anything for my birthday. I was also bummed out because I'd planned a sleepover with friends, but that didn't pan out. Then I accidentally broke the aircard for my internet access. I didn't sleep at all last night, and my dog is sick. It seemed like a complete waste.

Today, I gave a lot of thought to the good things. I woke up to see a happy birthday text from my best friend, and then she sent me the cutest Hoops and YoYo e-card! (Love Hoops and YoYo!) It made me smile...several times. (Including now, as I'm thinking of it!) My daughters made me cards that will be treasured forever, and are now hanging on the fridge. My grandma mailed me a very pretty card full of bright colors and positive words. My sister called to wish me a happy birthday, and we hadn't talked for a while. My mother in law called to wish me a happy birthday as well. I'm loved! I am grateful for all those around me who took time out of their day to let me know they were thinking about me.

Today is the first day of my 37th year. (I'm 36 for those who can't do math!) I'm feeling old, but blessed. I have a roof over my head, enough money to get by, good friends, an awesome sister, and my kids...who I love more than anything!

Now, you may be wondering why I titled this blog "The Crabby Housewife". I wanted "The Disgruntled Housewife", but that was taken! So I looked in the thesaurus, and thought "Crabby" fit well. LOL

The first paragraph of this post is how my life goes. I could have named it "The Crabby Housewife, Mother, Nurse, Therapist, Teacher, Doctor, Veterinarian, Maid, Chauffer, Chef, Stylist, Lawyer, IT Person, Personal Shopper, Accountant, Nutritionist, and Pet-sitter" but that was a little too long.

I'm a stay at home mom. I do it all, and so far have lived to tell about it. Yes, I'm crabby sometimes! I pull overtime every day, and don't even get a salary-let alone time and a half.

Now, I'll get on with my first official daily post!