Greetings cyberspace

Well, I've been talking to myself about starting a Blog for a while. Yeah, I talk to myself. Entire conversations. No, it's nothing to worry about, it's perfectly healthy. Anyway, my original thought was to blog my own thoughts and random rants. Realizing that I will probably spend a lot of time writing about my amazing little munchkins and their antics, I figured two blogs - mommy's blog and the "kids" blog - might be a good idea. I was telling a coworker an Abby anecdote and in jest, he and I ended up naming my kid-blog (Thanks Tom).

So who are Those Battan Kids?

Abigail Elizabeth, usually and nearly only known as Abby. Age 4, going on 14 at least. A curious, bright child fascinated by science & physics, learning stuff, helping with stuff, being a princess and being a girl. Favorite color- pink, purple and sparkles (yes, that is more than one color, but you try reasoning with a 4 year old.)

Daniel Frank, a.k.a. Scooter, but never "Dan." (Not yet anyway.) Age 2. All boy, all energy. Also curious, wants to do anything his sister does and then some. Loves trains, his uncle, his puppy woobie, playing outside and being a BOY. Did I mention he "fixes" stuff- especially toys that need new batteries. Newest word (as of 6/1) - ignition (don't ask). Loves to flirt. Loves to laugh. My smiley guy.

Nicholas Glen, a.k.a. Flash or Pickle., never "Nick" or "Nico." (Not yet anyway.) Age 4 months. My chubby little giggle boy. Loves mommy, mommy, mommy (and I'm not just saying that cuz I am mommy). He's a big ol' flirt, loves the ladies. Loves to smile and giggle. His newest trick - well, that's another post.

Other key players in this wacky world:
Uncle James - my brother. Came to visit and help when Daniel was to be born. Stayed to help with Daniel. Stayed to help with Nicholas. We are forever in debt to uncle James and will do just about anything he ever asks of us. He is a World of Warcraft savant. His hunter is scary.

Nathan, a.k.a. Daddy or Na3than. Who do you think is teaching these kids about physics, science, and words like "ignition?" My very own Mr. Fix-it, Spider Slayer, very best friend and greatest teacher. Eats my cooking (even when it's bad), sometimes laughs at my jokes, never laughs at me and supports almost every wacky idea I come up with.

Jennifer, a.k.a. Mommy or Jen. I'd like to say I'm the normal one, but I know better. I cook, I bake, I glass (stained glass), I do projects (sewing, painting, art, needlework, crafts). I try to be a super mom. Yes, I work full time and have three young children, a dog, a husband and a brother in my household. Yes, I believe my children should have homemade meals, treats, halloween costumes, toys/games and really spectacular birthday cakes. No, these things are not optional to me (dusting however, is optional. A little dust never hurt anyone.) Yes, I can do it. I am Mighty Mommy. No, I do not get enough sleep.

Jack. Our four-legged first born - beagle extraodinaire. He's loud. He eats. He sometimes messes on the floor. 'Nuff said.

Welcome :)