What do you think about my little new baby Nathan?
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Thursday, December 25, 2008
Just in case you were wondering
For those of you that can't stand to wait 8 more days to see what little Nathan will look like, here is a sneak peak. I am sure this is all very scientific. Maybe even the same technology that says that Beyonce is my celebrity look-a-like :). Who knew John and I would get such a blondie.
What do you think about my little new baby Nathan?
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What do you think about my little new baby Nathan?
MakeMeBabies.com - What will your baby look like?
Merry Christmas!!
Well, I hope that everyone is having a wonderful day! John and I have had a fantastic Christmas so far and it's not over yet.
Most of you know that John is horrible about keeping secrets/surprises from me and you all know how much I adore presents. So, yesterday John had to go and pick up my stocking stuffer items after leaving work early. He got home and said 'Oh, I got you something while I was out.' He proceeds to go and get a hoodie sweatshirt and bring it to me. I had to laugh. I have not let him give me my Christmas presents early, so he actually went out and bought something in addition so he could give me a present early. It wasn't technically a Christmas present so he felt great about that. As you can imagine, I was fine with that. I think next year I'm going to institute The 12 Days of Christmas here at the Johnson residence.
This morning we woke up at 7:30am, went to open presents and then went back to bed for several more hours until waking up to cook Christmas breakfast. Does it get any better than that? Fantastic.
John managed to keep surprises for today and I was quite thrilled with my new Paddington Bear coat. I tried to include a picture, but no go. Just use your imagination. I got some great sweaters for post-pregnancy as he wants me to have new clothes and not feel like a stuffed sausage. Good plan! It is hard having new clothes and not being able to wear them, but soon enough, right. I also got my fancy face moisturizer that makes me feel like a super star. My stocking was full of wonderful goodies and Amanda was a happy camper Christmas morning.
I feel like even with the sleeping in that a nap is in my future. We have friends coming over for dinner at 5pm so I will need to hustle at some point, but I don't think I'm there yet.
Well, that's all for now folks. Lots of love and Merry Christmas.
Most of you know that John is horrible about keeping secrets/surprises from me and you all know how much I adore presents. So, yesterday John had to go and pick up my stocking stuffer items after leaving work early. He got home and said 'Oh, I got you something while I was out.' He proceeds to go and get a hoodie sweatshirt and bring it to me. I had to laugh. I have not let him give me my Christmas presents early, so he actually went out and bought something in addition so he could give me a present early. It wasn't technically a Christmas present so he felt great about that. As you can imagine, I was fine with that. I think next year I'm going to institute The 12 Days of Christmas here at the Johnson residence.
This morning we woke up at 7:30am, went to open presents and then went back to bed for several more hours until waking up to cook Christmas breakfast. Does it get any better than that? Fantastic.
John managed to keep surprises for today and I was quite thrilled with my new Paddington Bear coat. I tried to include a picture, but no go. Just use your imagination. I got some great sweaters for post-pregnancy as he wants me to have new clothes and not feel like a stuffed sausage. Good plan! It is hard having new clothes and not being able to wear them, but soon enough, right. I also got my fancy face moisturizer that makes me feel like a super star. My stocking was full of wonderful goodies and Amanda was a happy camper Christmas morning.
I feel like even with the sleeping in that a nap is in my future. We have friends coming over for dinner at 5pm so I will need to hustle at some point, but I don't think I'm there yet.
Well, that's all for now folks. Lots of love and Merry Christmas.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
This Week's Joyful Weather
Our 10 day forcast includes most days over 30!!!! WAHOOO!!! What am I going to do with myself? I am so thrilled. Not that I'm going to pull out my shorts and go for a walk, but it is so much nicer than -9. Joy to the World!
Oh, P.S. The Mystery of the Frozen North
There is a man who must live in my neighborhood because we are on his running route. The only problem with this guy is that I ONLY see him running in the winter. I have never once in my years here seen him running during the spring, summer, or even fall. He waits until it is literally - degrees before he will venture outdoors. I think he finds a special kind of joy when the roads are covered in ice and snow. What is wrong with this picture? Any ideas about his kind of crazy?
Oh, P.S. The Mystery of the Frozen North
There is a man who must live in my neighborhood because we are on his running route. The only problem with this guy is that I ONLY see him running in the winter. I have never once in my years here seen him running during the spring, summer, or even fall. He waits until it is literally - degrees before he will venture outdoors. I think he finds a special kind of joy when the roads are covered in ice and snow. What is wrong with this picture? Any ideas about his kind of crazy?
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
My December
Does anyone else feel like December has flown by? Wasn't it just Thanksgiving? That just reminded me that I forgot to get more egg nog at the store just now! Sadness for my Christmas day, unless I can convince myself to go out with all the other loons tomorrow and do last minute shopping. Just maybe. If anything is worth it, it is the beloved egg nog. I don't think anyone that reads my blog would agree with that, but egg nog=joy. Look it up.
Back to the point of this post.
I feel like December has flown by, so I thought an update on my month would be called for. Here's what's been happening in my neck of the woods.
1) High levels of productivity. If you know me well, you know that this is not generally part of my disposition. Especially not since becoming a woman of leisure. I have not only done some great deep-ish cleaning, but also managed to realize that if you wash the dishes everyday, you feel happy. Then I realized that I wanted that kind of happiness even when there was ice cream in the freezer. So, if I have a pop in visitor anytime soon, I'm ready. Let's take a tour of the kitchen before we sit down. This productivity has also expanded to include the task of folding AND putting away laundry. I know, just call me Super Woman!
2)My obsession with genealogy. Hours and hours each day sitting on my butt, attached to the computer. It has been quite lovely. I've even felt organized and focused on which family I'm working on, etc. Until the other day. My brain fell out of my head and I spent probably 45 minutes shuffling papers on my desk.
3)Daily baths. Hours and hours sitting on my butt, lead to lots of long baths to make it feel better. Bouancy is a wonderful thing. Next time I'm pregnant I'm buying a bathing suit and going to the indoor pool everyday. I know that that is probably one of the least attractive things in the universe, but I don't really care. Just keep swimming, just keep swimming.
4) Trying to quit the Pepsi. I read the new article in the Ensign about how caffeine can kill you and rot pure steel down into a ball of putty (j/k) and gave it a really valiant effort. John and I both did. We were good for about 1 1/2 weeks and then I had some sadness one day (who knows) and I begged for a Pepsi. Since then I've been sipping away. One of these days I'm gonna kick it. Any advice for an addict?
5) Pretending that I'm a scrapbooker. I went to a scrapbooking night at church at the beginning of Dec and I've been giddy with picking out cute scrapbooking paper. It's the quilter in me coming out. I love matching up all sorts of different patterns and designs. I have 3 pages partially started, but I can definitely tell that I am going to have to hang out with more scrapbooking people and just steal all their ideas as I have a mental block for all things really cute. I just need a little baby now to photograph so I can really get going.
Well, there is my month in a nutshell. I went to the doctor today and I am in just about the same condition that I was 3 weeks ago. No real progress. I'm mostly okay with that because the numbers don't mean much and I really feel like he is going to be a January 10th baby. So, everyone get ready. I'm technically 10 days away from my due date today so let the countdown begin. Anyone making a chain? Rachel?
Back to the point of this post.
I feel like December has flown by, so I thought an update on my month would be called for. Here's what's been happening in my neck of the woods.
1) High levels of productivity. If you know me well, you know that this is not generally part of my disposition. Especially not since becoming a woman of leisure. I have not only done some great deep-ish cleaning, but also managed to realize that if you wash the dishes everyday, you feel happy. Then I realized that I wanted that kind of happiness even when there was ice cream in the freezer. So, if I have a pop in visitor anytime soon, I'm ready. Let's take a tour of the kitchen before we sit down. This productivity has also expanded to include the task of folding AND putting away laundry. I know, just call me Super Woman!
2)My obsession with genealogy. Hours and hours each day sitting on my butt, attached to the computer. It has been quite lovely. I've even felt organized and focused on which family I'm working on, etc. Until the other day. My brain fell out of my head and I spent probably 45 minutes shuffling papers on my desk.
3)Daily baths. Hours and hours sitting on my butt, lead to lots of long baths to make it feel better. Bouancy is a wonderful thing. Next time I'm pregnant I'm buying a bathing suit and going to the indoor pool everyday. I know that that is probably one of the least attractive things in the universe, but I don't really care. Just keep swimming, just keep swimming.
4) Trying to quit the Pepsi. I read the new article in the Ensign about how caffeine can kill you and rot pure steel down into a ball of putty (j/k) and gave it a really valiant effort. John and I both did. We were good for about 1 1/2 weeks and then I had some sadness one day (who knows) and I begged for a Pepsi. Since then I've been sipping away. One of these days I'm gonna kick it. Any advice for an addict?
5) Pretending that I'm a scrapbooker. I went to a scrapbooking night at church at the beginning of Dec and I've been giddy with picking out cute scrapbooking paper. It's the quilter in me coming out. I love matching up all sorts of different patterns and designs. I have 3 pages partially started, but I can definitely tell that I am going to have to hang out with more scrapbooking people and just steal all their ideas as I have a mental block for all things really cute. I just need a little baby now to photograph so I can really get going.
Well, there is my month in a nutshell. I went to the doctor today and I am in just about the same condition that I was 3 weeks ago. No real progress. I'm mostly okay with that because the numbers don't mean much and I really feel like he is going to be a January 10th baby. So, everyone get ready. I'm technically 10 days away from my due date today so let the countdown begin. Anyone making a chain? Rachel?
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Just in Case
Just in case any of you is planning on becoming pregnant now or in the near future, I feel it my duty to make you aware of some very serious limitations of pregnancy. Read and enjoy!
Things You SHOULD Do• You Should Get Regular Medical Exams
• You Should Get the RDA (Reccomended Daily Allowance) for Folic Acid
• You Should Check Your Immunity to German Measles (Rubella)
• You Should Take Prenatal Vitamins
• You Should Eat Plenty of Protein
• You Should Eat Well and Get Plenty of Exercise. Can't be bothered and Nathan seems fine
• You Should Be Sure to Get Enough Fat in Your Diet
Fat and cholesteral, which you normally try to avoid, are important for absorbing the fat soluable vitamins (A,D,E, and K) and for strechable skin. There are so many fat-free foods on the market today (fat free milk, butter, ice cream, meat, bread, cookies etc.), it is very easy to consume a fat-free diet without realizing it. Really? Is it that easy? Without even realizing it? Hmm...sounds a little fishy to me.
• You Should Do Kegal Exercises
• You Should Use House Plants
• You Should Focus on Your Child and Avoid Negative Thoughts and Actions This is why I have stopped hanging around annoying people.
• You Should Take Care When Traveling
• You Should Talk to Your Doctor about Existing Conditions and Your Family History
Things You Should NOT Do
• You Should Not Smoke or be Around People Who Do
• You Should Not Drink Alcohol
• You Should Not Take Illegal Drugs
• You Should Not Take Presecription Drugs or Over the Counter (OTC) drugs, Including Aspirin, Unless Told to Do So by Your Doctor
• You Should Avoid Hot Dogs
• You Should Avoid Caffeine
• You Should Avoid Contact with Reptiles
• You Should Avoid Tick Bites Whereas unpregnant ladies, go get 'em!
• You Should Avoid Fish
• You Should Not Eat Junk Food Wait a minute. I thought I was supposed to get enough fat? I can't do both, so anyone for a bowl of ice cream?
• You Should Avoid Vitamin A Supplements
• You Should Avoid X-Rays
• You Should Avoid VDTs Video screens, just like the computer screen I was staring at while writing this. Run away!!
• You Should Avoid Microwaves Um, just plain no on this one. I will avoid sticking my head in the microwave while it's on though. How about that? I think that is what they really mean anyway.
• You Should not Use an Electric Blanket
• You Should Not Use a Water Bed Most especially because after 4 months, you would be there for the duration of your pregnancy. I wonder if there is a youtube video of a 9 month pregnant woman trying to get out of a water bed. I think I might pay money to see that.
• You Should Avoid Drinking Tap Water if Possible
• You Should Avoid Stress Quitting your job helps on this one.
• You Should Not Expose Yourself to Pesticides
• You Should Avoid Fumes from Paint, Paint Thinner, Household Cleaning Products and so on
• You Should Avoid Raising Your Body Temperature
There is a potential danger to the developing fetus if your body temperature rises above 102 degrees. You can raise your body temperature to this level by getting a fever, by exercising too strenuously, working outside on hot summer days, and so on. While I can't control whether or not I get a fever, I take the council to not exercise too strenuously, very seriously. Before, during and after pregnancy.
• You Should Not Use a Sauna, Hot Tub or Take Long Hot Baths This is the sadness of my life right now.
• You Should Avoid Cleaning Cat Litter Boxes. You Should Avoid Uncooked Meat.
• You Should Avoid Herpes Now, do they really need to say this one? Is there any moron out there that doesn't avoid herpes? I think this is just one of those common sense rule of thumb things. Everyone avoid herpes!
Well, hopefully you've all been informed and feel a little smarter for having read this.
Things You SHOULD Do• You Should Get Regular Medical Exams
• You Should Get the RDA (Reccomended Daily Allowance) for Folic Acid
• You Should Check Your Immunity to German Measles (Rubella)
• You Should Take Prenatal Vitamins
• You Should Eat Plenty of Protein
• You Should Eat Well and Get Plenty of Exercise. Can't be bothered and Nathan seems fine
• You Should Be Sure to Get Enough Fat in Your Diet
Fat and cholesteral, which you normally try to avoid, are important for absorbing the fat soluable vitamins (A,D,E, and K) and for strechable skin. There are so many fat-free foods on the market today (fat free milk, butter, ice cream, meat, bread, cookies etc.), it is very easy to consume a fat-free diet without realizing it. Really? Is it that easy? Without even realizing it? Hmm...sounds a little fishy to me.
• You Should Do Kegal Exercises
• You Should Use House Plants
• You Should Focus on Your Child and Avoid Negative Thoughts and Actions This is why I have stopped hanging around annoying people.
• You Should Take Care When Traveling
• You Should Talk to Your Doctor about Existing Conditions and Your Family History
Things You Should NOT Do
• You Should Not Smoke or be Around People Who Do
• You Should Not Drink Alcohol
• You Should Not Take Illegal Drugs
• You Should Not Take Presecription Drugs or Over the Counter (OTC) drugs, Including Aspirin, Unless Told to Do So by Your Doctor
• You Should Avoid Hot Dogs
• You Should Avoid Caffeine
• You Should Avoid Contact with Reptiles
• You Should Avoid Tick Bites Whereas unpregnant ladies, go get 'em!
• You Should Avoid Fish
• You Should Not Eat Junk Food Wait a minute. I thought I was supposed to get enough fat? I can't do both, so anyone for a bowl of ice cream?
• You Should Avoid Vitamin A Supplements
• You Should Avoid X-Rays
• You Should Avoid VDTs Video screens, just like the computer screen I was staring at while writing this. Run away!!
• You Should Avoid Microwaves Um, just plain no on this one. I will avoid sticking my head in the microwave while it's on though. How about that? I think that is what they really mean anyway.
• You Should not Use an Electric Blanket
• You Should Not Use a Water Bed Most especially because after 4 months, you would be there for the duration of your pregnancy. I wonder if there is a youtube video of a 9 month pregnant woman trying to get out of a water bed. I think I might pay money to see that.
• You Should Avoid Drinking Tap Water if Possible
• You Should Avoid Stress Quitting your job helps on this one.
• You Should Not Expose Yourself to Pesticides
• You Should Avoid Fumes from Paint, Paint Thinner, Household Cleaning Products and so on
• You Should Avoid Raising Your Body Temperature
There is a potential danger to the developing fetus if your body temperature rises above 102 degrees. You can raise your body temperature to this level by getting a fever, by exercising too strenuously, working outside on hot summer days, and so on. While I can't control whether or not I get a fever, I take the council to not exercise too strenuously, very seriously. Before, during and after pregnancy.
• You Should Not Use a Sauna, Hot Tub or Take Long Hot Baths This is the sadness of my life right now.
• You Should Avoid Cleaning Cat Litter Boxes. You Should Avoid Uncooked Meat.
• You Should Avoid Herpes Now, do they really need to say this one? Is there any moron out there that doesn't avoid herpes? I think this is just one of those common sense rule of thumb things. Everyone avoid herpes!
Well, hopefully you've all been informed and feel a little smarter for having read this.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Nesting is the bomb digity
I don't even know how to spell digity, or course I don't think it get written too much. But I am nesting anyway. It's fantastic. Really everyone should give it a try.
I just have this inner push to do random things like was the walls and dust the tops of things I've not looked at in quite some time. I even want to do a bunch of rearranging, but stop myself because I can't actually move anything that weighs more than a book.
It's been amazing. I think I have a tiny, temporary feeling of what it might have been like to be Wendy back in the days of yore. I was a dish right away and wipe of the counters constantly and just casually walk around throwing in laundry, so my home has been a well oiled machine this last week. Since the dishes are no longer overwhelming, I've moved on to lots of other little projects and boy am I feeling satisfied.
I do of course know that this is a temporary state, but seeing as I've never been this way before, I am really enjoying it.
So, having nested for an entire week, I am wondering when this fella is going to come for a permanent visit. I go to the dr again tomorrow and I'm hoping she says something exciting like 'Wow, you are almost 5 cm dialated, we better get you over to the hospital.' If we could all say a silent prayer for that today, I would appreciate it.
I actually feel like he is just snuggly and perfectly happy to stay awhile longer. I think he senses that it is only 1 degree outside today with a 'feels like' -19 degree wind chill. I don't blame him for wanting to stay put. I do have some really fuzzy blankets for him though. That really should be enough to coax him out. I'm going to start a little dialogue with him this morning about getting a move on. I'll let you all know how that goes.
I just have this inner push to do random things like was the walls and dust the tops of things I've not looked at in quite some time. I even want to do a bunch of rearranging, but stop myself because I can't actually move anything that weighs more than a book.
It's been amazing. I think I have a tiny, temporary feeling of what it might have been like to be Wendy back in the days of yore. I was a dish right away and wipe of the counters constantly and just casually walk around throwing in laundry, so my home has been a well oiled machine this last week. Since the dishes are no longer overwhelming, I've moved on to lots of other little projects and boy am I feeling satisfied.
I do of course know that this is a temporary state, but seeing as I've never been this way before, I am really enjoying it.
So, having nested for an entire week, I am wondering when this fella is going to come for a permanent visit. I go to the dr again tomorrow and I'm hoping she says something exciting like 'Wow, you are almost 5 cm dialated, we better get you over to the hospital.' If we could all say a silent prayer for that today, I would appreciate it.
I actually feel like he is just snuggly and perfectly happy to stay awhile longer. I think he senses that it is only 1 degree outside today with a 'feels like' -19 degree wind chill. I don't blame him for wanting to stay put. I do have some really fuzzy blankets for him though. That really should be enough to coax him out. I'm going to start a little dialogue with him this morning about getting a move on. I'll let you all know how that goes.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
The Difference that 5 weeks makes
Well folks, this may be one of the last pregnancy photos you get to see of me. Hooray for the excitement of really cute pictures to put up. Who else is super excited to see what my little Buster looks like? Anyone? Well, either way in a matter of weeks, you will have your fill. But for now, you get to see yet another picture of me in perhaps the only shirt that still fits.
I'm actually feeling really good and don't anticipate that Nathan is going to make an early arrival, so officially 2 weeks 6 days until his estimated arrival. It's all very scientific I'm sure. I must admit that while I'm excited to have a little better mobility, I think that I am really going to miss being pregnant. The further along I have gotten, the less weird it all seems. I see pictures of newborns and realize after feeling a foot or knee through my stomach, that he's really in there and he's a big, almost fully baked baby. He is head down and I regularly pat his bottom until he kicks out a little leg to my right side.
John is getting just as excited to meet his little buddy. Today he said 'I just can't wait to teach him how to catch a ball.' Seeing that we're not a very athletic family, that was cute.
This week has been one of cleaning/nesting. It's been great. I not only am keeping up on all the dishes and laundry (major miracle) but I am getting some deep cleaning done and some de-junking. I don't know if this technically qualifies as nesting, but I realized last week that when Nathan arrives, so will visitors and I won't be in the mood to clean, nor will I be in the mood to be embarassed by my house. Quite motivating really.
We are all ready for Christmas here as both John and I are both finished shopping and all the decorations are up. John is so funny, in that he can't keep secrets very well. Almost daily he brings up my Christmas gifts and gives away some clue. Who wants to place bets about whether or not I'll have any surprises left for Christmas morning?
I also must mention that winter in the frozen north is much less depressing when you are not working at a job you hate. The snow isn't nearly as horrible when you don't actually have to drive in it and you can just heat up some hot cocoa and curl in bed while watching People's Court. I actually saw a man this week try to sue a pet store for $1500 for selling him a girl instead of a boy dog. His main claim was that he had to go out and purchase a whole new wardrobe for the dog once he realized the error. Hmm... I don't think people who buy clothese for their dogs deserve to be taken seriously. No offense because I have many friends who do, but really??
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Twilight. Really?
It is 3:30pm on a Saturday and I have left over Thanksgiving turkey ready for a sandwich. We put up our tree yesterday and we now have the glider and curtains for the nursery. So I should be feeling really satisfied, right?
Wrong. I just spent the last two hours at the movies watching Twilight. I had thought that I would eventually read the book, but was not too interested in the film. I mean, when there is Daniel Craig, Hugh Jackman and Vince Vaughn in movies right now, why oh why would I go and see Random Kid A and Random Kid B in a high school movie about vampires? Because John wanted to see it.
In my own defense I suspended disbelief before I ever entered the theater. I mean, I know it's about vampires, right? What can I really expect? Decent acting? Apparently not! Good writing? A big NO on that one.
Maybe someone that reads this really liked it, but I'm going to go ahead and guess that you read the book first. If you haven't read the book and/or haven't seen the movie, I'm going to go ahead and advise you to read first. That might help. Whatever you do, do not go to the movie with any real expectations. It was BAD!
Wrong. I just spent the last two hours at the movies watching Twilight. I had thought that I would eventually read the book, but was not too interested in the film. I mean, when there is Daniel Craig, Hugh Jackman and Vince Vaughn in movies right now, why oh why would I go and see Random Kid A and Random Kid B in a high school movie about vampires? Because John wanted to see it.
In my own defense I suspended disbelief before I ever entered the theater. I mean, I know it's about vampires, right? What can I really expect? Decent acting? Apparently not! Good writing? A big NO on that one.
Maybe someone that reads this really liked it, but I'm going to go ahead and guess that you read the book first. If you haven't read the book and/or haven't seen the movie, I'm going to go ahead and advise you to read first. That might help. Whatever you do, do not go to the movie with any real expectations. It was BAD!
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Gobble, gobble
Happy Thanksgiving friends!
Top 10 Favorite Thanksgiving Foods
10. Pickle Trays
9. Fancy jello
8. Turkey
7. Stuffing
6. Rolls
5. Pumpkin pie
4. Mashed potatoes!!!
3. Clam Dip
2. Egg Nog
1. Leftover turkey sandwiches
Top 10 Things I'm Grateful For or For Which I am Thankful :)
10. Board games
9. Really yummy food
8. The privilege of being a woman of leisure. I love being retired. :)
7. A beautiful home and 2 of the best pups. Sorry if you don't like dogs, but ours are fantastic.
6. My little January arrival. I just can't wait to meet little Nathan. What a miracle he is. Love, love, love.
5. Education. Libraries, schools, Student loans to make college possible :),
4. Living in a country of opportunity. I am grateful for clean water and food to eat and the knowledge that even though things may get hard, I won't really ever know what true poverty is like.
3. Friends that I have made everywhere I have lived. I honestly feel like I know the best individuals. I love you guys. Family that is supportive and loving.
2. Fantastic husband who makes me laugh everyday and makes me feel like the most amazing person on the planet
1. My knowledge of God and his plan for my life
I'm sure there are many other deserving things that I didn't get on my list, but with so much to be grateful for, I often take so many things for granted. I hope this next year makes me more grateful and aware of my blessings.
Top 10 Favorite Thanksgiving Foods
10. Pickle Trays
9. Fancy jello
8. Turkey
7. Stuffing
6. Rolls
5. Pumpkin pie
4. Mashed potatoes!!!
3. Clam Dip
2. Egg Nog
1. Leftover turkey sandwiches
Top 10 Things I'm Grateful For or For Which I am Thankful :)
10. Board games
9. Really yummy food
8. The privilege of being a woman of leisure. I love being retired. :)
7. A beautiful home and 2 of the best pups. Sorry if you don't like dogs, but ours are fantastic.
6. My little January arrival. I just can't wait to meet little Nathan. What a miracle he is. Love, love, love.
5. Education. Libraries, schools, Student loans to make college possible :),
4. Living in a country of opportunity. I am grateful for clean water and food to eat and the knowledge that even though things may get hard, I won't really ever know what true poverty is like.
3. Friends that I have made everywhere I have lived. I honestly feel like I know the best individuals. I love you guys. Family that is supportive and loving.
2. Fantastic husband who makes me laugh everyday and makes me feel like the most amazing person on the planet
1. My knowledge of God and his plan for my life
I'm sure there are many other deserving things that I didn't get on my list, but with so much to be grateful for, I often take so many things for granted. I hope this next year makes me more grateful and aware of my blessings.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Happy Birthday!
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This is my new favorite picture of John, here with his younger brother Tim. I discovered it today while going through some of his old pictures. Isn't it just the cutest thing ever?
Today is John's birthday and I just need to give him a shout out. I don't have any of those little 'All the Things I Love about my Spouse' lists, but I am going to list just a few of the things that I am grateful for.
I'm grateful that John is so kind.
I'm grateful that he is good with little babies.
I'm grateful that he doesn't like ice cream as much as I do.
I'm grateful that he ALWAYS lets me have the last of something; even when it is his favorite.
I'm grateful that he still opens my door for me and holds my hand when we are out.
I'm grateful that when he gets gift cards, he comes home and hands them over with a smile on his face.
I'm grateful that he is funny and makes me laugh everyday.
I'm grateful that he gives me pedicures, even when I can reach my toes.
But, I'm mostly grateful that he is a good man who always helps me want to improve. He is a worthy priesthood holder and he exercises his priesthood to bless me and our little family. I can't wait to add to our family and watch him become a father.
Happy Birthday to John!!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Fit Pregnancy??
So, somehow I gave someone the idea that I was interested in staying in shape while I go through pregnancy. Not that I was interested in staying in shape before pregnancy. But, now I get these little emails every week to apparently tell me how to accomplish that goal. I say 'apparently' because I dont' actually open them. To me, it is almost like a forward. Not interested!
I really didn't think I was doing that bad though until a conversation with John the other night. Just a good word for John before I tell the story. John is the perfect husband for a pregnant lady. If I am having a bad day he makes sure to pick up ice cream and a 2 liter of soda on his way home. He massages my feet and draws me baths and tells me that I am beautiful constantly. Now, having said that, here goes the story.
The other night we were in the truck and I was commenting on how big I am getting but followed it up with 'but there are lots of women that are bigger than I am when they are pregnant.' To which John responded 'Only women having quadruplets!'
I was floored and stared at him with that look that asks 'do you want to die.' He responded really quickly and very genuinely said 'I just meant that you are almost done. You are so close to having this baby.' I'm going to choose to believe that that really is what he meant.
Report on John: He is still alive and well. :)
I really didn't think I was doing that bad though until a conversation with John the other night. Just a good word for John before I tell the story. John is the perfect husband for a pregnant lady. If I am having a bad day he makes sure to pick up ice cream and a 2 liter of soda on his way home. He massages my feet and draws me baths and tells me that I am beautiful constantly. Now, having said that, here goes the story.
The other night we were in the truck and I was commenting on how big I am getting but followed it up with 'but there are lots of women that are bigger than I am when they are pregnant.' To which John responded 'Only women having quadruplets!'
I was floored and stared at him with that look that asks 'do you want to die.' He responded really quickly and very genuinely said 'I just meant that you are almost done. You are so close to having this baby.' I'm going to choose to believe that that really is what he meant.
Report on John: He is still alive and well. :)
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Here She Comes, Just Walking Down the Street
So, here I am in all my 32 week glory. I must say that at this point I am getting so excited to meet our little Nathan. I'm sure he needs these last few weeks to finish baking, but I think we are good to go.
Reasons I am excited/ready to have my little baby:
1) Little fingers and toes
2) Fuzzy winter outfits
3) Kissing baby cheeks
4) Snuggly, fits into the curve of your arm baby
Practical reasons:
1) Being able to get off the couch without repositioning myself 4 different ways and ultimately getting a big push from John
2) Being able to roll over in bed without any premeditation
3) Relief of heartburn
4) Being able to give myself a pedicure
5) Having shirts that cover the whole stomach, so i don't get a fun 30 degree breeze up my shirt
6) Shoes that hopefully fit again
7) Being able to wear my wedding rings again
So many reasons to rejoice. Death to anyone who makes the list of reasons to be nervous about having this baby. I don't want to hear about it!!!
Button, button, who's got the button?
I just finished reading Rachel's blog about cleaning her room. I got inspired. Not in the typical sort of 'Well, now I should clean my room' way. That just isn't going to happen today. I have too many rooms that need help. Most especially the laundry room (no laundry=ironing before John goes to work. YIKES!) and the kitchen (making homemade lasagna in a kitchen already full of dirty dishes is a disaster).
Back to being inspired. It really is that I just remembered something and realized that this is the best little spot for my shout out.
I am giving a shout out to the book The Giver. If you haven't read it, you should. It is all the perfect things that a book should offer: interesting story that will make you think, but not in a this is hurting my brain kind of way; good characters; and a quick read.
So the reason that I am remembering this book is because someone has it and has not returned it. I can remember having shared it with someone, but can't remember any particulars. I love to share my favorite books. I have 3 copies of Cold Mountain for just this reason. I unfortunately had only 1 copy of The Giver. So, if you have it and inside the cover it says my lovely maiden name, please, oh, please send it to me.
I've been dying to read it several times in the last year or so since I realized I no longer had it.
Or, if the person with my book doesn't read my blog, anyone could of course send me a little copy of it. Very light weight and cheap to ship. I know, I know, I shouldn't solicite gifts but if you read the blog, I am sure you love me.
Now don't worry that someone else has sent it already. Having multiple copies would assure me that I will not be without again and can freely lend away.
Back to being inspired. It really is that I just remembered something and realized that this is the best little spot for my shout out.
I am giving a shout out to the book The Giver. If you haven't read it, you should. It is all the perfect things that a book should offer: interesting story that will make you think, but not in a this is hurting my brain kind of way; good characters; and a quick read.
So the reason that I am remembering this book is because someone has it and has not returned it. I can remember having shared it with someone, but can't remember any particulars. I love to share my favorite books. I have 3 copies of Cold Mountain for just this reason. I unfortunately had only 1 copy of The Giver. So, if you have it and inside the cover it says my lovely maiden name, please, oh, please send it to me.
I've been dying to read it several times in the last year or so since I realized I no longer had it.
Or, if the person with my book doesn't read my blog, anyone could of course send me a little copy of it. Very light weight and cheap to ship. I know, I know, I shouldn't solicite gifts but if you read the blog, I am sure you love me.
Now don't worry that someone else has sent it already. Having multiple copies would assure me that I will not be without again and can freely lend away.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Pretty blog
Who knows how to make my blog pretty? I'm getting bored with my poka-dots and want something fancy. Someone???
Magical Fireplace and stuff
Well, just as an update, I think I have decided to vote. Hooray for me! I think! AND...I think I know who I'm voting for. I still will be having a party on the 5th to celebrate the fact that this is all over for 4 years, but there you go. The party may look surprisingly baby focused since I am having my baby shower on Nov 4th. When one of my friends found out, she was a little shocked, saying that it was on voting day. It is of the drop in and visit or just leave your present variety, so there will be plenty of evening freedom for voting. (How do you punctuate that sentence? I know there should be another something, somewhere, but am not sure) (Also, how do I do little small writing here in a different font like some people do?)
Okay, so I haven't mentioned that yesterday it snowed here in the frozen north. John called from work to see how I was and I said I was having kind of a grumpy day. He was heading home for lunch and informed me that it was snowing. Sure enough. I looked out the window and what did I see? Despair!
It took him a bit to get home because he is a smart man and stopped to get me a 2 Liter of Pepsi (aka Nectar of the Gods) and some yummy ice cream. I'm really an easy person to please.
But then to top it off, he started the fireplace in the house! Oh, the joy. It is one of those gas fireplaces and the other day while learning how to light the pilot light, I nearly lost my eyebrows and eyelashes, so I'm a little afraid.
So, while I hate that winter is coming soon, I do love the glow of a fireplace. Cozy, cozy, cozy. Matched with my feetsy pajamas that I still fit into, I am a happy, snuggly girl.
Okay, so I haven't mentioned that yesterday it snowed here in the frozen north. John called from work to see how I was and I said I was having kind of a grumpy day. He was heading home for lunch and informed me that it was snowing. Sure enough. I looked out the window and what did I see? Despair!
It took him a bit to get home because he is a smart man and stopped to get me a 2 Liter of Pepsi (aka Nectar of the Gods) and some yummy ice cream. I'm really an easy person to please.
But then to top it off, he started the fireplace in the house! Oh, the joy. It is one of those gas fireplaces and the other day while learning how to light the pilot light, I nearly lost my eyebrows and eyelashes, so I'm a little afraid.
So, while I hate that winter is coming soon, I do love the glow of a fireplace. Cozy, cozy, cozy. Matched with my feetsy pajamas that I still fit into, I am a happy, snuggly girl.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
WARNING!!! Political Post
Okay, so here I go. I have been thinking about this for several days and am having an inner struggle and need a little help from my friends. This is especially meant for those friends with serious political views. I have almost just picked up the phone to call and ask for advice several times, but it is always at an inconvenient time. While I am thinking about it, you are at work and when you are home from work, I am deeply involved in my t.v. watching.
So, here goes. For those of you who don't know, I LOVE to vote. I get super excited to use my liberties to go and make my voice heard. I especially love the stickers. Not that stickers themselves are impressive, but I love to have it and then go shopping. I want everyone to see my sticker, not so they think I am a super citizen, but I want them to go vote. I have previously thought it was irresponsible not to vote. No offense meant to those of you who might not be voters. I just really got into it.
So, my problem comes this year. This year of election has seemingly gotten everyone excited and ready to go. Everyone except me. I am not ready to go. I am not ready to cast my vote and frankly, I don't want to! There I said it. I don't want to vote.
It seems like in the past, there was one reason or another for me to decide on a candidate although, I am almost always undecided until the last minute. I read, I listen, I watch and still this year I have no real sense of involvement in whether McCain or Obama wins. And I live in one of those states that is apparently up for grabs. I should care more, right? I should. But I don't.
My question is this: Can I be a responsible citizen and choose not to vote because I just don't think it matters which one wins? If I don't think that one candidate is better than the other, do I have to vote, to appreciate democracy? Or, can I say, I appreciate my liberties and I am not going to feel pressed to vote for one person because I have to?
Feel free to express whichever view you would like to. I have never been in this boat before and would love to be talked into voting, but was wondering if anyone else feels/has felt this way.
So, here goes. For those of you who don't know, I LOVE to vote. I get super excited to use my liberties to go and make my voice heard. I especially love the stickers. Not that stickers themselves are impressive, but I love to have it and then go shopping. I want everyone to see my sticker, not so they think I am a super citizen, but I want them to go vote. I have previously thought it was irresponsible not to vote. No offense meant to those of you who might not be voters. I just really got into it.
So, my problem comes this year. This year of election has seemingly gotten everyone excited and ready to go. Everyone except me. I am not ready to go. I am not ready to cast my vote and frankly, I don't want to! There I said it. I don't want to vote.
It seems like in the past, there was one reason or another for me to decide on a candidate although, I am almost always undecided until the last minute. I read, I listen, I watch and still this year I have no real sense of involvement in whether McCain or Obama wins. And I live in one of those states that is apparently up for grabs. I should care more, right? I should. But I don't.
My question is this: Can I be a responsible citizen and choose not to vote because I just don't think it matters which one wins? If I don't think that one candidate is better than the other, do I have to vote, to appreciate democracy? Or, can I say, I appreciate my liberties and I am not going to feel pressed to vote for one person because I have to?
Feel free to express whichever view you would like to. I have never been in this boat before and would love to be talked into voting, but was wondering if anyone else feels/has felt this way.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Who knew?
This weekend John started singing the song Bootylicious and I thought he was just making it up, but no. I checked and these are a few of the lyrics to the song. Now I never thought Beyonce was profound, but this is sadder than I imagined.
I shake my jelly at every chance
when I whip with my hips you slip into a trance
I'm hoping you can handle all the jelly that i have
Now lets cut a rug while we scat some jazz
pop body oh body
pop body oh body oh body eh' om body oh ew oh um
POW POW POW POW
chorus
I don't think you ready for this jelly
i don't think you ready for this jelly
I don't think you ready for this
Cause my body's too bootylicious for ya babe
I shake my jelly at every chance
when I whip with my hips you slip into a trance
I'm hoping you can handle all the jelly that i have
Now lets cut a rug while we scat some jazz
pop body oh body
pop body oh body oh body eh' om body oh ew oh um
POW POW POW POW
chorus
I don't think you ready for this jelly
i don't think you ready for this jelly
I don't think you ready for this
Cause my body's too bootylicious for ya babe
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Does this sweater make me look fat?
29 weeks along, 11 more to go. Does 11 sound like tomorrow to anyone else?
Monday, October 13, 2008
Monday Memory
I have this great book that I own Reflections from a Mother's Heart. The idea of the book is a personal history written by a mother and given to her child. Each page has a separate writing prompt and the rest of the page is dedicated to answering the question.
I was reading some of the prompts today and was reminiscing about my childhood and thought I'd share.
Did you ever have a special hideaway or playhouse? What made it special?
Well, first of all, I think that having special hideaways is what childhood is all about. There is a talent that children have of making any place special and secretive. So, I'll share a few of my favorite hideaways.
1) The first one that came to mind was the cupboard under the basement stairs. There was actually a little storage room created with plywood and the door hinged and closed with a latch. My brother Robert and I discovered it and found that it was being used to store things like old paint cans. We quickly emptied the storage room and turned it into our secret place. We found a scrap of carpet and moved that in. Got one of those under cabinet lights and hooked an extension cord up, so we could have light in our special spot. It was such a magical little place for us.
2) Under the quilts. My mom made lots of tied blankets and quilts when I was growing up. She had a homemade quilting frame and we loved it when a quilt was ready to tie. Up went the frame and on went the top to our newest hiding place. Usually mom set it up in our living room, but I remember on a particularly sunny day, she set it up in the front yard. That was fun. I would guess that any child who had a mother who quilted, has identical feelings for the quilting frame.
3)Discarded refrigerator boxes. What is better than a cardboard box in the eyes of a child? I can't think of much. So many possibilities! Whenever we would spot a large box that was being thrown away, we would drag it home and take it inside. Then we would design our newest fort. The windows would be cut out and the door would be created. Do kids still do this? I sure hope so.
So what was your favorite hideaway?
I was reading some of the prompts today and was reminiscing about my childhood and thought I'd share.
Did you ever have a special hideaway or playhouse? What made it special?
Well, first of all, I think that having special hideaways is what childhood is all about. There is a talent that children have of making any place special and secretive. So, I'll share a few of my favorite hideaways.
1) The first one that came to mind was the cupboard under the basement stairs. There was actually a little storage room created with plywood and the door hinged and closed with a latch. My brother Robert and I discovered it and found that it was being used to store things like old paint cans. We quickly emptied the storage room and turned it into our secret place. We found a scrap of carpet and moved that in. Got one of those under cabinet lights and hooked an extension cord up, so we could have light in our special spot. It was such a magical little place for us.
2) Under the quilts. My mom made lots of tied blankets and quilts when I was growing up. She had a homemade quilting frame and we loved it when a quilt was ready to tie. Up went the frame and on went the top to our newest hiding place. Usually mom set it up in our living room, but I remember on a particularly sunny day, she set it up in the front yard. That was fun. I would guess that any child who had a mother who quilted, has identical feelings for the quilting frame.
3)Discarded refrigerator boxes. What is better than a cardboard box in the eyes of a child? I can't think of much. So many possibilities! Whenever we would spot a large box that was being thrown away, we would drag it home and take it inside. Then we would design our newest fort. The windows would be cut out and the door would be created. Do kids still do this? I sure hope so.
So what was your favorite hideaway?
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Get Excited!!
Boy do I have a couple really fun pictures to share with you, but due to the fact that I am occasionally a moron, I left my memory stick for my camera, in the computer and so the pictures saved on my internal memory and I don't know how to get them out. Sorry about that sentence.
But, really you guys are going to be SO happy.
Just a little update on my life:
Yesterday, after only 3 hours of on and off sleep, I got up at 5:50 AM!!! to get ready to go to the temple with 22 YM/YW. We headed off to Chicago and had a great time in the temple and then went to lunch at Old Country Buffet. Not my favorite lunch, but breaking from tradition is not in the cards for this one. Then we decided to make a day of it and go to the Aquarium in Chicago. This was a mistake. #1 because the Aquarium is lame. $16 a person for a bunch of fish. There were a few other things, but nothing like The Aquarium of the Pacific.
#2 15 minutes of trying and we couldn't find the parking garage where we were supposed to park. In frustration we valeted. It was the best choice of the evening.
#3 $18 for parking $25 for valet. Hmmm...don't they think they are ripping you off enough with the Aquarium??
#4 We didn't get home until after 9pm. I immediately drew a bath and jumped in before any parents could call me to complain about anything.
Not much else is going on here. So toodles for now!
But, really you guys are going to be SO happy.
Just a little update on my life:
Yesterday, after only 3 hours of on and off sleep, I got up at 5:50 AM!!! to get ready to go to the temple with 22 YM/YW. We headed off to Chicago and had a great time in the temple and then went to lunch at Old Country Buffet. Not my favorite lunch, but breaking from tradition is not in the cards for this one. Then we decided to make a day of it and go to the Aquarium in Chicago. This was a mistake. #1 because the Aquarium is lame. $16 a person for a bunch of fish. There were a few other things, but nothing like The Aquarium of the Pacific.
#2 15 minutes of trying and we couldn't find the parking garage where we were supposed to park. In frustration we valeted. It was the best choice of the evening.
#3 $18 for parking $25 for valet. Hmmm...don't they think they are ripping you off enough with the Aquarium??
#4 We didn't get home until after 9pm. I immediately drew a bath and jumped in before any parents could call me to complain about anything.
Not much else is going on here. So toodles for now!
Friday, October 10, 2008
Large with Child
20 weeks
28 weeks
Here is a new picture of me. It seems like at up to 20 weeks, the growing belly was a cheerful sight. Now it is just making me feel like a whale, giving me heartburn and getting in my way. Sorry to those of you who have been hounding me for another picture.
The panic is setting in about actually delivering a child. People who haven't had one in awhile say it's not that bad and you will forget it. The problem is that I have two friends who have had babies in the last nine weeks and I am believing them and their sad stories.
I haven't slept through the night for two weeks now and I don't think it is a fluke. It is sad, because most of you know my love of sleep. Daytime napping doesn't even make up for it and I'm almost too bitter to nap. Go figure!
Well, folks, I am off to the temple tomorrow with the youth and I am going to try to fit into my temple dress one last time. If not, I'll wear one of their tents. :) Cross your fingers for me.
28 weeks
Here is a new picture of me. It seems like at up to 20 weeks, the growing belly was a cheerful sight. Now it is just making me feel like a whale, giving me heartburn and getting in my way. Sorry to those of you who have been hounding me for another picture.
The panic is setting in about actually delivering a child. People who haven't had one in awhile say it's not that bad and you will forget it. The problem is that I have two friends who have had babies in the last nine weeks and I am believing them and their sad stories.
I haven't slept through the night for two weeks now and I don't think it is a fluke. It is sad, because most of you know my love of sleep. Daytime napping doesn't even make up for it and I'm almost too bitter to nap. Go figure!
Well, folks, I am off to the temple tomorrow with the youth and I am going to try to fit into my temple dress one last time. If not, I'll wear one of their tents. :) Cross your fingers for me.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Shouldn't I Care?
Shouldn't I care that my dogs are drinking out of the toilet? I really should since I think it is disgusting. However, here I sit, not willing to get up and fill their water bowls to avoid this disaster. Usually, I am quite good about their water bowls, but lately with the size of the stomach that I am acquiring, I care less and less about the toilet bowl. AND, in my defense they are drinking out of the guest bathroom toilet, so I'm not likely to sit on it post-slober. Evaporation and a good cleaning will come it's way, long before someone's toosh.
Nursery
Here is the before picture of plain ole' white room and now after a little bit of paint and some furniture. The little chair is holding the glider's place in the room. Pictures need to be hung, the crib and changing table need to be purchased and curtains need to be made, but here's a little idea.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Waiting for Heaven on Earth
You know how some genius decided to start selling Egg Nog in October? I love that person. Well, I am wondering if they could get on the stick with Little Debbie, to get these puppies out in the store, in say, March? "I need, I need." I am tempted everyday to make an extra special trip to the store just to check. The only problem with that idea is that I'd leave the store with $30 of replacement treats and that could get expensive.
If you have never tried these before, do yourself a favor and find some this fall. Yum, yum. And trust me when I say, buy two boxes.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
A Good Man
Tonight after dinner, I say to John "Man I wish we had some candy bars in the house. Crispy Crunchy."
What does he say?
"Want me to go get you one?"
Yep, yep, yep! That's a good man. He went, bought and returned with two KING sized Crispy, Crunchies and two king sized Almond Joys.
It's a great day!
What does he say?
"Want me to go get you one?"
Yep, yep, yep! That's a good man. He went, bought and returned with two KING sized Crispy, Crunchies and two king sized Almond Joys.
It's a great day!
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Joan's visit
Last Friday: Pick up mom at airport. Genuinely surprised that she does not have an extra empty suitcase for all the treasures she will acquire on trip. Northwest's new $15 per checked bag is really going to encourage packing lighter. Not really lighter, just think thinner clothes. Take her back to our house after she decides not to have me drop her off at a local square dance.
Last Saturday: Went to a tag sale (yard sale), dog park and somewhere else with mom.
Last Sunday: Took mom to church to meet/re-meet some of my friends. We actually met a woman investigator that was 1 of 33 children!!! Her name was Mia. Her triplet sisters were Tia and Lia. I'm not kidding here. Came home and took a nap and slept too long to make it out of town for a yodeling competition. Seriously? A yodeling competition. I would have given anyting. Apparently not anything cause I slept. Watched mom wash dishes. Felt a little quilty.
Monday: Had a public incident which resulted in not seeing my husband for the remainder of her visit. Watched mom stain our deck.
Tuesday: Um...can't remember. After 9 days, everything turns into a blur.
Wednesday: Worked on Family History. Watched mom paint the mailbox.
Thursday: Drove to Chicago Temple in torrential rain, did family temple work and drove home in the torrential rain.
Friday: Watched mom paint the mudroom.
Saturday: Went to the town art show with mom.
Sunday: Went to church with mom. Released the butterfly that she brought with her as a crysalis into the wild (or the chrysanthemum plant in the back yard).
Probably my favorite memory of the week:
My mom and I were sitting on the floor with the dogs. Max is a huge Joan fan and is sad that she is gone. She was petting him and playing around with him and his tail wouldn't stop wagging. Then she said to me 'I wonder what he'd do if I started walking around on my hands and knees with him?' Somehow I knew the answer to this, you see we go to the dog park several times a week. So after a moment of trying to give her kisses on her face, he decided it was time for formal introductions and proceeded to go and sniff her butt. I was collapsed on the floor laughing. If I had been a)a quick thinker and b)a better daughter, I would have instantly responded that that was a bad idea. But there you have it.
Last Saturday: Went to a tag sale (yard sale), dog park and somewhere else with mom.
Last Sunday: Took mom to church to meet/re-meet some of my friends. We actually met a woman investigator that was 1 of 33 children!!! Her name was Mia. Her triplet sisters were Tia and Lia. I'm not kidding here. Came home and took a nap and slept too long to make it out of town for a yodeling competition. Seriously? A yodeling competition. I would have given anyting. Apparently not anything cause I slept. Watched mom wash dishes. Felt a little quilty.
Monday: Had a public incident which resulted in not seeing my husband for the remainder of her visit. Watched mom stain our deck.
Tuesday: Um...can't remember. After 9 days, everything turns into a blur.
Wednesday: Worked on Family History. Watched mom paint the mailbox.
Thursday: Drove to Chicago Temple in torrential rain, did family temple work and drove home in the torrential rain.
Friday: Watched mom paint the mudroom.
Saturday: Went to the town art show with mom.
Sunday: Went to church with mom. Released the butterfly that she brought with her as a crysalis into the wild (or the chrysanthemum plant in the back yard).
Probably my favorite memory of the week:
My mom and I were sitting on the floor with the dogs. Max is a huge Joan fan and is sad that she is gone. She was petting him and playing around with him and his tail wouldn't stop wagging. Then she said to me 'I wonder what he'd do if I started walking around on my hands and knees with him?' Somehow I knew the answer to this, you see we go to the dog park several times a week. So after a moment of trying to give her kisses on her face, he decided it was time for formal introductions and proceeded to go and sniff her butt. I was collapsed on the floor laughing. If I had been a)a quick thinker and b)a better daughter, I would have instantly responded that that was a bad idea. But there you have it.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Just a few worries
Here I sit for the second night in a row that John has decided that it is a perfect night to take Yoshi for a walk. Unlike Max, Yoshi loves leash walking and will only walk as fast as you want him to. Now, don't get me wrong, I love that they have their little man time, but at 12:20am?? He just called up to me and said he was on his way out. I will not cry tonight. Last night I was not so strong. Why should I cry?
Because I'm a ninny! Last night I was laying in bed and as soon as the door was closed, I was thinking about all the crazy drivers that are not typically using our neighborhood as a racetrack, but tonight they might change their minds. What would I do if something happened to him?
You know what the weirdest part is? I start worrying about dumb things like how I will put the dirt bike back together in order to get rid of. Yeah, I know. I'm crazy!! I also worried that I would be so depressed that I couldn't get out of bed and someone would kindly come over to help and see my piles of laundry everywhere.
So, tonight I will say a little prayer and stop worrying and maybe tomorrow I will fold and put away laundry, just in case of an emergency.
Because I'm a ninny! Last night I was laying in bed and as soon as the door was closed, I was thinking about all the crazy drivers that are not typically using our neighborhood as a racetrack, but tonight they might change their minds. What would I do if something happened to him?
You know what the weirdest part is? I start worrying about dumb things like how I will put the dirt bike back together in order to get rid of. Yeah, I know. I'm crazy!! I also worried that I would be so depressed that I couldn't get out of bed and someone would kindly come over to help and see my piles of laundry everywhere.
So, tonight I will say a little prayer and stop worrying and maybe tomorrow I will fold and put away laundry, just in case of an emergency.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
How Could I Not Share
What kind of friend am I? I was going through some photos from my last CA trip and realized I had not shared the very best of the best. So here goes. Just hold on to your seats, we are taking a trip back to the 80's ladies. I mean, does it get any better?
I think this was when we were in Pasadena??? and we were leaving to walk to our car and spotted this totally 80's store. We kept walking around laughing like idiots while these 19 year old clerks tried to figure out what was going on. They don't know that we think they are a little ridiculous. We finally got the stink eye for taking pictures.
So girls, favorite 80's fashion?
22 Weeks
My friend Ali and I at lunch. She is the guidance counselor at the school where I used to teach.
Just wanted to give a quick update on my condition.
Joan is in town and she is staying busy and making me feel lazy. She sanded and painted the mailbox, stained the deck, is now working on cleaning and painting our landing/mud room area in the garage while I type away on the computer.
I kind of like this whole 'stay away from fumes' thing, but hate the accompanying guilt.
News of my own: I canned my first ever batch of tomatoes today! Hoorah for me and our food storage!
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Meet the Poster Girl
I have found my new favorite person. She is my dental hygenist. Today she told me that I am the Poster Girl for good Gum Health. So, I think I'm going to get cute and go in next week with some headshots, so they can really get working on the nomination process. I'm sure it is a lengthy one, so it may be some time before you see me at a national level, but be prepared.
This picture has absolutely nothing to do with this post except that I am smiling. You can see why though. I'm with Nan and her hubby Chuck. This was back from my graduation visit, but I miss them terribly. They are too cute for words, so I had to include a picture.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Dear Over Achiever
Dear Over Achiever,
I am not very well acquainted with you and don't really ever plan on joining your club. I have always been happy in life doing just enough to get by. I am sometimes bugged that your over zealousness makes me look bad, but I have enough inner strength to not let it bug me too long. Until, this weekend!
Friday afternoon, as I pulled into the parking lot of the Youth Conference gathering point. A lovely little out of the way camp/lodge type place. I was checking in and getting my bright yellow t-shirt that we were assigned to wear for the two days when I noticed you.
There you were standing there holding your 4 month old baby. WHAT?? I was saying a little prayer for you that you were just dropping girls off. Not the case. You were committed to stay for two days through the 800% humidity that was Friday and enjoy the antics of teenage girls.
I might normally be tempted to say 'hats off to you' if you are up to that sort of thing, but I am not humored. You see, I am planning on having my little baby in January and I have full intentions of milking the 'I can't possibly commit because I have a new baby' routine for at least 78 months. So, your presence made me a little nervous.
The Stake YW Presidency was there and apparently the sacrifices of the last two years of Girl's Camp and two years of Youth Conference are not enough. One lovely lady hinted about 800 times that that would be me next summer. I was on the verge of being rude by straight out telling her no. That did not discourage her one bit. She would point to you and say 'She's such a good example for you.' Um. NO!
Finally, I told this lady that I don't say no to callings, but I would say no to any summer assignments next year. Apparently, my hinting and sarcasm were totally lost, so direct and to the point I go.
So, just for the record and as an announcement to other soon to be mothers, I would appreciate it if you could lay low for a little longer, so as not to set expectations too high.
Sincerly,
Amanda the Under Achiever
I am not very well acquainted with you and don't really ever plan on joining your club. I have always been happy in life doing just enough to get by. I am sometimes bugged that your over zealousness makes me look bad, but I have enough inner strength to not let it bug me too long. Until, this weekend!
Friday afternoon, as I pulled into the parking lot of the Youth Conference gathering point. A lovely little out of the way camp/lodge type place. I was checking in and getting my bright yellow t-shirt that we were assigned to wear for the two days when I noticed you.
There you were standing there holding your 4 month old baby. WHAT?? I was saying a little prayer for you that you were just dropping girls off. Not the case. You were committed to stay for two days through the 800% humidity that was Friday and enjoy the antics of teenage girls.
I might normally be tempted to say 'hats off to you' if you are up to that sort of thing, but I am not humored. You see, I am planning on having my little baby in January and I have full intentions of milking the 'I can't possibly commit because I have a new baby' routine for at least 78 months. So, your presence made me a little nervous.
The Stake YW Presidency was there and apparently the sacrifices of the last two years of Girl's Camp and two years of Youth Conference are not enough. One lovely lady hinted about 800 times that that would be me next summer. I was on the verge of being rude by straight out telling her no. That did not discourage her one bit. She would point to you and say 'She's such a good example for you.' Um. NO!
Finally, I told this lady that I don't say no to callings, but I would say no to any summer assignments next year. Apparently, my hinting and sarcasm were totally lost, so direct and to the point I go.
So, just for the record and as an announcement to other soon to be mothers, I would appreciate it if you could lay low for a little longer, so as not to set expectations too high.
Sincerly,
Amanda the Under Achiever
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Nursery colors
I can't seem to make peace with the whole nursery sets, so I went to the fabric store today and look how cute. Don't you think I should make my own set? Hmmm... I know it isn't very kiddy, but then again my son won't know that it is not Winnie the Pooh (small barf)and rather something that his mama likes.
Just wanted to share. Wish all of you were close enough that we could go shopping and do sewing together!
Let's all just say a little prayer that I don't run out of steam before the sewing and painting begins.
Oh, and funny story. I am standing at the cutting counter talking to other sewing ladies about fabric. One lady commented how she was just addicted to fabric. I nodded and then this other lady said "yeah, I have a whole closet of alien fabric. (Pause) But then I guess everyone does." huh?? Really? Anyone out there that loves beautiful fabric have a closet (or even one bit) of alien fabric? Just curious. What would you even do with alien fabric? And she even looked like a normal woman. Oh well. Never assume.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
It's a BOY!
Sorry to psych you all out with all of the Cami references that I have been making. We should have known that having only picked out a girl's name, we would be guarenteed a little boy.
The ultrasound was great. The tech was wonderful, but by the end she had only printed out one picture. I was a little anxious about that and prompted her to print out a few more.
So, for those of you that are not ultrasound technicians, this is the baby's profile. Right up by his forehead is his little fist. The part on the top is his thigh bone. He is curled up and in prime kicking condition.
So now comes the tricky part. We have no name for this little fella. Any suggestions are welcome. We don't like really weird names, but with a last name like Johnson, we want it to be a little different. So, bring it on.
Monday, August 18, 2008
20 weeks
Well friends, it is time for another picture. This was taken on Saturday. As our Get out of Dodge, we went to Milwaukee. We've driven through before, but never stopped. John's brother and sister-in-law were in town with us for the weekend with their youngest Brock (7 months), so we decided to drive over to Lake Michigan so they could get a look. They have a fun little beach area there with lots of volleyball courts and picnic areas.
I do have to say that I was really excited about IrishFest that was going on there. We didn't know about it ahead of time and you know how I am about a Fest. However we were not all in agreement about going, so we drove right past the man in the kilt and as I cried a little, we headed off.
Another disappointment of the day came when Tim (John's brother) found the Leverne and Shirley theme song on his Blackberry and played it. I rolled down my window and started singing really loud to the man in the car next to us. He had his window down and I am SURE he heard me, but not a glance, not a smirk, NOTHING!!! What kind of man is that? Huh? It could have been a nice bonding moment for the Milkwaukee man and me, but no. I really don't get serious people, do you?
Back to my picture. I am actually pretty sure that I am now bigger than in that picture because I felt like my stomach was expanding by the second yesterday in sacrament meeting. I couldn't handle it. I had to get up and walk around and I was really wishing for a pillow to put behind my back. Now, I really have never been afraid of appearing to be Grandma Johnson, so a pillow in church is not out of the picture for future Sundays. I'm keeping that in mind.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Advice anyone?
So for those of you who don't know yet, I have been called to be the Young Women's President in my ward. It has been two weeks and I have already managed to forget to show up at a fireside that the YW were scheduled to babysit. Fortunately I have a good excuse. I was in bed in pain, so back off folks. Not you readers of course, but anyone who might want my head on a platter for forgetting.
That is not however the topic of this blog. I need some help. We have an interesting issue in our ward in that many parents seem to have somehow forgotten that they are responsible for their children. It's kind of weird because being in Y.W.'s means that they have at least been parents for 12 years, right? So, it is surprising to me that for some reason, some parents feel that providing transportation for their kids or arranging that is always someone else's job.
For example, we have recently instituted the 'the YW Presidency will not be arranging rides for all the girls to all the events' motto. If the activity is at the Stake Center we are now allowing parents the opportunity to arrange carpools of their very own, or in some other way get their kids to the events. We will continue to arrange rides for the big events like Girl's Camp, Youth Conference, etc. This new program was not well received by most, but we have continued on.
We also have an issue with girls actually arriving at the church on time when we are arranging rides. My new announcement to girls and parents is 'if you are not there by ____ we will assume that you are either not coming or have your own ride.'
So, I'm feeling good about helping parents and girls alike to be a bit more accountable, but am faced with a new little 'how do I handle this' situation.
Why is it that even though we have Mutual every Wednesday night from 7-8:30, we still have parents that can't manage to be to the church at 8:30? I understand that they have families, other children, stuff going on, but seriously, every week??? I was at the church until 9pm tonight waiting for a parent to come. Now this particular family has had YW in YW for 4 years. This is not a new schedule and yet we have this lovely interaction EVERY week.
Me or another leader: So, does everyone have a ride
Girl: Um, I don't know
Me or another leader: So, is your mom or dad coming to get you?
Girl: Um, I don't know
Me or another leader (in our head): seriously? You have no idea how you are getting home? Is the tooth fairy going to come and fly you off, because if you think that you are getting in my car for me to drive you home, you are a touch out of your mind.
Me or another leader (out loud): Well, why don't you call and let them know that we are all done and waiting to go home?
Girl: um, ok
10 minutes later
Me (in my head): in 5 seconds I am going to start you on the way home, walking
Me (out loud): So, are they coming to get you?
Girl: I don't know, I haven't called yet
REALLY??? So I have a couple questions: (seriously)
Would you:
a) talk to only the offending parents
b) send out a newsletter first with a reminder that girls are to get picked up at 8:30 in order to allow the leaders to go home to their families
c) find someone to pass the buck to?
d) another other really good ideas
Just curious.
That is not however the topic of this blog. I need some help. We have an interesting issue in our ward in that many parents seem to have somehow forgotten that they are responsible for their children. It's kind of weird because being in Y.W.'s means that they have at least been parents for 12 years, right? So, it is surprising to me that for some reason, some parents feel that providing transportation for their kids or arranging that is always someone else's job.
For example, we have recently instituted the 'the YW Presidency will not be arranging rides for all the girls to all the events' motto. If the activity is at the Stake Center we are now allowing parents the opportunity to arrange carpools of their very own, or in some other way get their kids to the events. We will continue to arrange rides for the big events like Girl's Camp, Youth Conference, etc. This new program was not well received by most, but we have continued on.
We also have an issue with girls actually arriving at the church on time when we are arranging rides. My new announcement to girls and parents is 'if you are not there by ____ we will assume that you are either not coming or have your own ride.'
So, I'm feeling good about helping parents and girls alike to be a bit more accountable, but am faced with a new little 'how do I handle this' situation.
Why is it that even though we have Mutual every Wednesday night from 7-8:30, we still have parents that can't manage to be to the church at 8:30? I understand that they have families, other children, stuff going on, but seriously, every week??? I was at the church until 9pm tonight waiting for a parent to come. Now this particular family has had YW in YW for 4 years. This is not a new schedule and yet we have this lovely interaction EVERY week.
Me or another leader: So, does everyone have a ride
Girl: Um, I don't know
Me or another leader: So, is your mom or dad coming to get you?
Girl: Um, I don't know
Me or another leader (in our head): seriously? You have no idea how you are getting home? Is the tooth fairy going to come and fly you off, because if you think that you are getting in my car for me to drive you home, you are a touch out of your mind.
Me or another leader (out loud): Well, why don't you call and let them know that we are all done and waiting to go home?
Girl: um, ok
10 minutes later
Me (in my head): in 5 seconds I am going to start you on the way home, walking
Me (out loud): So, are they coming to get you?
Girl: I don't know, I haven't called yet
REALLY??? So I have a couple questions: (seriously)
Would you:
a) talk to only the offending parents
b) send out a newsletter first with a reminder that girls are to get picked up at 8:30 in order to allow the leaders to go home to their families
c) find someone to pass the buck to?
d) another other really good ideas
Just curious.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Catapalooza
Now as far as I know, y'all aren't big fans of cats, but I had to pass this on. We adopted both of our pups from the Humane Society and a rescue and we occasionally get emails. This was in my inbox today. So, incase any of you are up for a palooza that you didn't plan, come for a little visit and we'll be sure to enjoy 29 hours of cat extravaganza. Just for the record I don't actually like cats, but would go if I had a visitor.
Things that bug me right now
#1 A dog (Max) that sits right next to me at my computer desk and stares at me with a look like I am just about ready to give him a steak dinner, but don't know it yet. He is also breathing incredibly loud with bad breath. This is one of his frequent habits that drives me crazy.
#2 Thinking about the person at church that stands WAY TOO CLOSE. I mean really! If you can smell my sacrament breath, you need to BACK OFF. Now I know that said person is mostly a lovely individual, but needs a lesson on personal space. I might be the one to give this lesson soon if we have too many repeat performances.
Things that do not bug me right now:
#1 The weather outside has been absolutely perfect. It is sunny and the tempurature is beautiful with zero humidity. I haven't noticed so many misquitos lately. I just want to spend all day outside. Anyone wanna join me?
#2 I got to spend the morning with John. I love it when he's not at work. Just have to say.
#3 John has started talking about moving back to CA. :) I of course am enjoying the summer here, but talk to me in 3 months and it'll be a different story.
#2 Thinking about the person at church that stands WAY TOO CLOSE. I mean really! If you can smell my sacrament breath, you need to BACK OFF. Now I know that said person is mostly a lovely individual, but needs a lesson on personal space. I might be the one to give this lesson soon if we have too many repeat performances.
Things that do not bug me right now:
#1 The weather outside has been absolutely perfect. It is sunny and the tempurature is beautiful with zero humidity. I haven't noticed so many misquitos lately. I just want to spend all day outside. Anyone wanna join me?
#2 I got to spend the morning with John. I love it when he's not at work. Just have to say.
#3 John has started talking about moving back to CA. :) I of course am enjoying the summer here, but talk to me in 3 months and it'll be a different story.
Saturday, August 9, 2008
The Baby
Just in case you are curious.
I am 19 weeks now and this is what Cami is up to:
Your baby weighs about 8 1/2 ounces, and measures 6 inches, head to bottom — about the size of a large heirloom tomato. The hair on her scalp is sprouting. This is a crucial time for sensory development: Your baby's brain is designating specialized areas for smell, taste, hearing, vision, and touch. Some research suggests that she may be able to hear your voice now, so don't be shy about reading aloud, taking to her, or singing a happy tune if the mood strikes you.
We go in for our big ultrasound on the 19th. We can't wait to find out if we get to buy pink or blue.
I am 19 weeks now and this is what Cami is up to:
Your baby weighs about 8 1/2 ounces, and measures 6 inches, head to bottom — about the size of a large heirloom tomato. The hair on her scalp is sprouting. This is a crucial time for sensory development: Your baby's brain is designating specialized areas for smell, taste, hearing, vision, and touch. Some research suggests that she may be able to hear your voice now, so don't be shy about reading aloud, taking to her, or singing a happy tune if the mood strikes you.
We go in for our big ultrasound on the 19th. We can't wait to find out if we get to buy pink or blue.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Get Out of Dodge Week
Challenge of the Week: (quite possibly my new feature, quite possibly not)
This coming week, your challenge if you choose to accept is to Get Out of Dodge. Dodge is of course defined as wherever you happen to live. Find a place in a different town that you want to go to and skeedaddle. Could be anywhere. A little cafe you've wanted to visit, a favorite museum, Watts Tower (personal invitation to anyone who has not been there) or an out of town friend.
Of course your job is to bring:
1)camera
2)self and possibly small cute children
3)notepad and pencil
4)fedora
If you don't have a fedora, you can skip it, but should probably find alternate headwear. Rachel, you have a bonnet. Andrea- cute bird hat and the rest of you could work on something.
Take pictures and blog about where you went and how much fun you had.
Items of real interest:
1)really tacky people
2)animals dressed like people (possibly easier in So. Ca)
3)Mullets
4)you doing something really wacky
Off you go! Don't disappoint!
This coming week, your challenge if you choose to accept is to Get Out of Dodge. Dodge is of course defined as wherever you happen to live. Find a place in a different town that you want to go to and skeedaddle. Could be anywhere. A little cafe you've wanted to visit, a favorite museum, Watts Tower (personal invitation to anyone who has not been there) or an out of town friend.
Of course your job is to bring:
1)camera
2)self and possibly small cute children
3)notepad and pencil
4)fedora
If you don't have a fedora, you can skip it, but should probably find alternate headwear. Rachel, you have a bonnet. Andrea- cute bird hat and the rest of you could work on something.
Take pictures and blog about where you went and how much fun you had.
Items of real interest:
1)really tacky people
2)animals dressed like people (possibly easier in So. Ca)
3)Mullets
4)you doing something really wacky
Off you go! Don't disappoint!
Collective Ahhhhh!
You are probably all checking Bronwyn's blog regularly for new pictures of little Henry James, but I had to post my favorite picture. I just can't get enough. By the lighting he was starting to look like a bit of a red head, and I was secretly going to start calling him Spencer, but Bronwyn says that it's not really red. Plan foiled!
Just wanted to share a little bit of cuteness for today. Don't you just want to kiss him?
Monday, August 4, 2008
Memories
Okay girls, got this from Wendy's blog. It seems like we could have a whole blog just for this one activity. I know that most of you have a memory of me that will probably be embarassing for me, but if you have to leave one of those, then your job is to leave two! One embarassing and one not so embarassing.
1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember!
2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you.
Happy Reminiscing!
1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember!
2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you.
Happy Reminiscing!
Friday, August 1, 2008
Things I Learned Today
1) We have the perfect swing tree in our yard. How do I know this? Because our backyard neighbors hung a tree swing in it. It really does have the perfect branch for it. I had palpatations until John went over to the neighbors and in his best neighborly way made sure that they knew where the boundaries were. We thought this was obvious by the lawn care. They just purchased the home and bought it from a man who 3 times a week (I kid you not) was out shirtless on his riding mower. His yard was immaculate. Ours...not so much. This makes identifying property lines, pretty easy. They assured us that they knew and the husband said that he had told the wife to come and ask first. We told them it is okay as long as they don't mind that the dogs may or may not chew it to pieces. Proceed at your own risk.
2) Brandon Fraser should not be given additional opportunities to prove his lack of talent. Who exactly is casting him in movies these days? Anyone willing to do a little imdb research and find out if it is the same person choosing Keanu Reeves? (Rachel?)
I went to see The Mummy movie tonight. The only possible reason is that I love popcorn and movie treats and my husband who got to choose tonight. Let me just say that the other two options were X-Files (with Foxy Mulder) and Mamma Mia. Hmm...I choose next time.
My biggest problem with this movie, aside from Brandon was the actual writing. It was like they not only gave him the lead, but the pen as well. It's so bad that you really can't get past it to think about what is actually happening in the movie, although I do believe that there were several holes in the plot. I of course haven't seen the other Mummy movies, so maybe not.
Highlights may or may NOT be the Yetis, three-headed dragon and the yacking yak.
Have a great weekend friends and use judgement in movie selection!
2) Brandon Fraser should not be given additional opportunities to prove his lack of talent. Who exactly is casting him in movies these days? Anyone willing to do a little imdb research and find out if it is the same person choosing Keanu Reeves? (Rachel?)
I went to see The Mummy movie tonight. The only possible reason is that I love popcorn and movie treats and my husband who got to choose tonight. Let me just say that the other two options were X-Files (with Foxy Mulder) and Mamma Mia. Hmm...I choose next time.
My biggest problem with this movie, aside from Brandon was the actual writing. It was like they not only gave him the lead, but the pen as well. It's so bad that you really can't get past it to think about what is actually happening in the movie, although I do believe that there were several holes in the plot. I of course haven't seen the other Mummy movies, so maybe not.
Highlights may or may NOT be the Yetis, three-headed dragon and the yacking yak.
Have a great weekend friends and use judgement in movie selection!
He's Here!
Henry James was born this morning!!! That is Bronwyn's new little bundle for those of you who don't know. I don't feel like I should post a picture of him on my blog since she hasn't announced it on her blog yet, so I will wait until she gives the go ahead. I did however email the picture to most of you, so you're welcome. I really don't know about blog etiquette, but it seems like this is the right thing to do.
He was born at 6:45 and is a beautiful, perfect little boy. She was all sniffly from having cried so much. You can imagine. He is 7lbs, 12 oz and is about as long as most babies. Bigger than a toaster and smaller than a microwave. He is healthy and she says he is a quiet calm baby. That was only 1 1/2 hrs after he was born, so we'll see about that. Here's to hoping.
Congrats Bronwyn!!
He was born at 6:45 and is a beautiful, perfect little boy. She was all sniffly from having cried so much. You can imagine. He is 7lbs, 12 oz and is about as long as most babies. Bigger than a toaster and smaller than a microwave. He is healthy and she says he is a quiet calm baby. That was only 1 1/2 hrs after he was born, so we'll see about that. Here's to hoping.
Congrats Bronwyn!!
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Calling Sara, Laura, Katie, Ginger, Tammy and Amy
If you are just now checking my blog, go down a few entries and leave a comment with your response. This is my way to give a shout out to all my girls. I have more posts coming, but don't want to lose your responses in the mix.
Rachel, can you be responsible for telling Katie and your mom that their responses are being anxiously awaited?
Rachel, can you be responsible for telling Katie and your mom that their responses are being anxiously awaited?
One of My Favorite Things
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This is just one of my favorite pictures. Do you guys remember from my Bridal Shower? Andrea brought the cutest hat of all and didn't wear it til the end of the Shower. Andrea, thanks for putting it on and letting us take a picture and then granting me permission to post it on my blog. You did, right?
I keep this picture at my little vanity and it makes me smile all the time. Hooray for cute, wonderful friends.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Questions for y'all
Quick check on my friends.
Wendy: How are you doing? I have been thinking about you the last few days and wanted to call you today. I don't have your phone number. Could you email it to me?
What is your favorite thing about Texas? Least favorite?
Sara: So good to talk to you today. If you had a weekend without the kids, what would you do?
Rachel: In your dream life, would you rather have a published book or free travel for life?
Liz: Tell me a bit about your M.M.A. What is your favorite media to work with? Also, is there anything that you don't do well?
Gina: What is the best thing you have done this summer? Seems like you have had fun running here and there. I'm a little jealous as we haven't done anything summery. We even baled on camping.
Laura: Are you still dating that same guy? I check on your blog daily to check in on you, and am waiting to hear some mention. If you don't want to comment on a public blog about it, go ahead and email. But, I need to know.
Katie: The other week I was with some friends and Creme Brulee came up. Boy do I love your culinary talents. Someday when I am really wealthy I am going to hire you to come out once a month and make me some of that magical stuff. What is your new favorite recipe? P.S. have you ever commented on my blog before? Do you read my blog? Why have you still not given in to the peer pressure and started your blog? Huh???
Andrea: How was your visit with your parents? What did you guys do? Also, are you a pet person? I feel like you aren't, but was just thinking that you would be my friend that could have one of those annoyingly small dogs and it would seem fitting. Just curious!
Bronwyn: For everyone that doesn't vist Bronwyn's blog, you should. Look what you missed. Do they get cuter? Okay, so Bronwyn, do you have a baby book yet to fill in? I feel that this is a must because I lived my whole life without a baby book and as the youngest of 5, I felt shafted until I was....well, forever. What are you looking forward to the most, nervous about? Anyone wanting to give Bronwyn unsolicited advise (well, at least unsolicited by her) feel free to leave a comment on her blog. She loves comments! Can't wait to see Henry!
Amy: Hello there friend. Are you going to be living in Utah indefinitly now? I loved the idea of having a friend in Seattle. That was my favorite road trip destination.
Um, okay, who else reads my blog?
Ginger: I miss you. Any new adorable pictures of Thomas? "I need, I need." When do Camille and Casey get home? If we have a girl, we are going to name her Camille. Good name, huh?
Heather: How is life treating you girl? Aside from the school frustrations? How are your parents? Do you ever hear from the Ford's or the Facer's? I miss our ladies nights out with them.
Tammy: Congrats on losing 10 lbs. How is that going? My favorite little treat was those packets of three Hostess 100 calorie chocolate cupcakes. Yum! Have you gone over to visit the girls lately? If you haven't you should. Bring Sarah too! Then you can blog about your visit and I can feel like I was there. P.S. Tell Sarah to update her blog. I don't know that she reads my blog, so pass it on.
Okay, I guess I'm done. If you didn't get your own personal question, just let me know that you are a huge fan of my blog and I will shoot you off your very own.
Lots of love, friends!
Wendy: How are you doing? I have been thinking about you the last few days and wanted to call you today. I don't have your phone number. Could you email it to me?
What is your favorite thing about Texas? Least favorite?
Sara: So good to talk to you today. If you had a weekend without the kids, what would you do?
Rachel: In your dream life, would you rather have a published book or free travel for life?
Liz: Tell me a bit about your M.M.A. What is your favorite media to work with? Also, is there anything that you don't do well?
Gina: What is the best thing you have done this summer? Seems like you have had fun running here and there. I'm a little jealous as we haven't done anything summery. We even baled on camping.
Laura: Are you still dating that same guy? I check on your blog daily to check in on you, and am waiting to hear some mention. If you don't want to comment on a public blog about it, go ahead and email. But, I need to know.
Katie: The other week I was with some friends and Creme Brulee came up. Boy do I love your culinary talents. Someday when I am really wealthy I am going to hire you to come out once a month and make me some of that magical stuff. What is your new favorite recipe? P.S. have you ever commented on my blog before? Do you read my blog? Why have you still not given in to the peer pressure and started your blog? Huh???
Andrea: How was your visit with your parents? What did you guys do? Also, are you a pet person? I feel like you aren't, but was just thinking that you would be my friend that could have one of those annoyingly small dogs and it would seem fitting. Just curious!
Bronwyn: For everyone that doesn't vist Bronwyn's blog, you should. Look what you missed. Do they get cuter? Okay, so Bronwyn, do you have a baby book yet to fill in? I feel that this is a must because I lived my whole life without a baby book and as the youngest of 5, I felt shafted until I was....well, forever. What are you looking forward to the most, nervous about? Anyone wanting to give Bronwyn unsolicited advise (well, at least unsolicited by her) feel free to leave a comment on her blog. She loves comments! Can't wait to see Henry!
Amy: Hello there friend. Are you going to be living in Utah indefinitly now? I loved the idea of having a friend in Seattle. That was my favorite road trip destination.
Um, okay, who else reads my blog?
Ginger: I miss you. Any new adorable pictures of Thomas? "I need, I need." When do Camille and Casey get home? If we have a girl, we are going to name her Camille. Good name, huh?
Heather: How is life treating you girl? Aside from the school frustrations? How are your parents? Do you ever hear from the Ford's or the Facer's? I miss our ladies nights out with them.
Tammy: Congrats on losing 10 lbs. How is that going? My favorite little treat was those packets of three Hostess 100 calorie chocolate cupcakes. Yum! Have you gone over to visit the girls lately? If you haven't you should. Bring Sarah too! Then you can blog about your visit and I can feel like I was there. P.S. Tell Sarah to update her blog. I don't know that she reads my blog, so pass it on.
Okay, I guess I'm done. If you didn't get your own personal question, just let me know that you are a huge fan of my blog and I will shoot you off your very own.
Lots of love, friends!
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
More of Me
Here's me at 17 weeks. Not too different, but just wanted to share.
P.S.
Bronwyn is most likely going to have her baby in the next few days. Can't wait for Henry James! Hey Bronwyn, does he have a middle name? Can't remember.
Friday, July 25, 2008
The Best $8 Ever Spent
Tonight John and I ditched our ward campout to go and see Randy Travis at the Rock County 4-H Fair. I have very few times had that much fun. Think girls back to Harry Connick Jr. at the Hollywood Bowl. Similar experience for me. I will tell the obnoxious story of the old woman tomorrow, but for now, I am still in this little cocoon of happiness.
The Fair entrance was $8 and you didn't pay any extra for the concert. Does it get better?
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Another picture-16 weeks
I have taken lots of pregnancy pictures, but just never seem to get them up.
This one was taken tonight. I am 16 1/2 weeks pregnant and couldn't be feeling better. For those of you who don't know, John is convinced it is a little girl. He started out really wanting a boy and has been decided for a long time now that he was wrong and it is a girl. If so her name will be Camille Noelle (Cami for short).
I feel her move several times a day and it is the most thrilling feeling. They are really small since she is only the size of an avocado, but it is so fun.
We don't find out for another 3 1/2 weeks if we will need to find a new name and change our perception of our child. We'll certainly let you know. For now, here is a picture of me in all my pregnant glory.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Why I am a Million Years Old
I have no idea what the heck Facebook is all about. Anyone?
I get the idea of finding friends that you haven't talked to in awhile. Nice. But then there is the "Bob threw a care bear at you." What the...? What does that even mean? Am I so out of touch that somehow that gained social significance and I am the only one that doesn't understand that? I mean is that a good thing or a bad thing?
Then the even more confusing 'Friends for sale as Pets' application. I got this little invite that says 'Rufus has purchased you as a pet. See how much you are worth.' Well, let me be very clear. I know that I am worth more as an individual than whatever dollar amount is now attached to me as a chipmunk, goldfish or whatever animal that I somehow resemble.
I'm not even sure when I got a Facebook page. I must admit that I have never thrown a Care Bear or sent someone a virtual flower/hug/hamburger/Trans-Am or any of the other random computer gifts. I just don't see the point. Does anyone? I mean if I have friends that only know that I care about them because I spend my time spamming them with Facebook crap and not actually because I call them or spend time with them, well then, I am a horrible friend. Sorry, I am getting a little worked up here.
Another significant point of interest for me: When was it that people lost all common sense and started paying REAL money to purchase PRETEND computer stuff???????? I admire the genius that came up with this because lets just say Millionaire. The fact that there are enough individuals in the world that say 'Hmmm,yeah that's a good idea. I'll pay $5 to buy a pretend flower to send to my (possibly pretend)friend on the internet' is a little mind boggling to me.
Sorry about my little tirade here, but I'm very obviously a grandma now and am so out of the loop that I don't think this is cool and really find it extremely annoying.
So, if you are reading this and the temptation has ever occured to you to send me ANY Facebook invitation, forget it. That is a prompting coming from Satan himself. I don't want to play any pretend game on the computer with you and I don't want to be 'owned' by you.
Okay, really I am going to be done, but to anyone who spends more than 10 minutes on Facebook a day, please for the love, find some other hobby. Maybe one where you are interacting with living people and/or real things.
I get the idea of finding friends that you haven't talked to in awhile. Nice. But then there is the "Bob threw a care bear at you." What the...? What does that even mean? Am I so out of touch that somehow that gained social significance and I am the only one that doesn't understand that? I mean is that a good thing or a bad thing?
Then the even more confusing 'Friends for sale as Pets' application. I got this little invite that says 'Rufus has purchased you as a pet. See how much you are worth.' Well, let me be very clear. I know that I am worth more as an individual than whatever dollar amount is now attached to me as a chipmunk, goldfish or whatever animal that I somehow resemble.
I'm not even sure when I got a Facebook page. I must admit that I have never thrown a Care Bear or sent someone a virtual flower/hug/hamburger/Trans-Am or any of the other random computer gifts. I just don't see the point. Does anyone? I mean if I have friends that only know that I care about them because I spend my time spamming them with Facebook crap and not actually because I call them or spend time with them, well then, I am a horrible friend. Sorry, I am getting a little worked up here.
Another significant point of interest for me: When was it that people lost all common sense and started paying REAL money to purchase PRETEND computer stuff???????? I admire the genius that came up with this because lets just say Millionaire. The fact that there are enough individuals in the world that say 'Hmmm,yeah that's a good idea. I'll pay $5 to buy a pretend flower to send to my (possibly pretend)friend on the internet' is a little mind boggling to me.
Sorry about my little tirade here, but I'm very obviously a grandma now and am so out of the loop that I don't think this is cool and really find it extremely annoying.
So, if you are reading this and the temptation has ever occured to you to send me ANY Facebook invitation, forget it. That is a prompting coming from Satan himself. I don't want to play any pretend game on the computer with you and I don't want to be 'owned' by you.
Okay, really I am going to be done, but to anyone who spends more than 10 minutes on Facebook a day, please for the love, find some other hobby. Maybe one where you are interacting with living people and/or real things.
To Pox or Not to Pox...
Lately, I find myself Poxing anyone and anything that gets in my way. It originally started with the not so beloved Sun Prairie Area School District (SPASD for short). Then I moved on to any Mazda 626 on the road. My previous experience with said car certainly warrants this move.
I apparently have driven by the District office too many times now because poxing things is becoming far too regular of an occurance. Now I am poxing any person who acts like a moron in my vacinity. Then I start to feel quilty about that. I would hate it if anyone actually got sick due to my nastiness. Not that I feel that in reality I have the power to do that, but still.
So, I need to start surrounding myself with happy thoughts, so I can leave behind me the world of the nasty pox.
Hope all of you are having a pox-free week.
I apparently have driven by the District office too many times now because poxing things is becoming far too regular of an occurance. Now I am poxing any person who acts like a moron in my vacinity. Then I start to feel quilty about that. I would hate it if anyone actually got sick due to my nastiness. Not that I feel that in reality I have the power to do that, but still.
So, I need to start surrounding myself with happy thoughts, so I can leave behind me the world of the nasty pox.
Hope all of you are having a pox-free week.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Remind Me to Never...
Visit these places: (records)
1)Africa: 136° El Azizia, Libya
2) Antarctica: -129° Vostok
3) Record Snowfall:
In 1 month (U.S.): 390" Tamarack, Calif. Jan. 1911
In 24 hours (N. America):76" Silver Lake, Colo. April 14–15, 1921
In one storm (N. America):189" Mt. Shasta Ski Bowl, Calif. Feb. 13–19, 1959
In one season (N. America): 1,140" Mount Baker, Wash. 1998–1999
I thought that 101" of snow this year was bad. Where the heck is Tamarack, CA? I hope all these places are uninhabited.
Just interesting tidbit: It has never rained in the history keeping of Antofagasta Region, Atacama Desert, Chile. Hello??? Never rained? I get that it is the desert, but still!
4) Most rain in 24 hours: 72.0" at Foc-Foc, La Réunion Island (Jan 7, 1966)
5) Fastest wind ever recorded: 301 mph, in a tornado near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (May 3, 1999)
6)Why does Chicago get to call itself the windy city?
Okay, so I'm not sure what spurred my look into random weather records, but incase you are super curious about other extreme weather facts, check here.
1)Africa: 136° El Azizia, Libya
2) Antarctica: -129° Vostok
3) Record Snowfall:
In 1 month (U.S.): 390" Tamarack, Calif. Jan. 1911
In 24 hours (N. America):76" Silver Lake, Colo. April 14–15, 1921
In one storm (N. America):189" Mt. Shasta Ski Bowl, Calif. Feb. 13–19, 1959
In one season (N. America): 1,140" Mount Baker, Wash. 1998–1999
I thought that 101" of snow this year was bad. Where the heck is Tamarack, CA? I hope all these places are uninhabited.
Just interesting tidbit: It has never rained in the history keeping of Antofagasta Region, Atacama Desert, Chile. Hello??? Never rained? I get that it is the desert, but still!
4) Most rain in 24 hours: 72.0" at Foc-Foc, La Réunion Island (Jan 7, 1966)
5) Fastest wind ever recorded: 301 mph, in a tornado near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (May 3, 1999)
6)Why does Chicago get to call itself the windy city?
Okay, so I'm not sure what spurred my look into random weather records, but incase you are super curious about other extreme weather facts, check here.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
A Few of My Favorite Things...
Thanks Liz for this wonderful idea. My bedroom looks like a war zone right now, so I am going to broaden my search throughout my house. Here are my favorite things in my house right now.
1)Bird Bath: This actually is in my bedroom. I keep it on my dresser (nightstand)and when I take off my jewelry at night, I have a little place of safe keeping until morning.
2) My bookcase: Do I even need to explain why I love this so much? I think everyone that I know that reads this blog will understand. It's the dream bookcase. If you can't have a library with built-in bookshelves, it is a good second.
3) My tablecloth: Bronwyn brought this back from Egypt for me. We use it all the time and it makes me feel loved and like a world traveler without the heat!
4)Framed Card: Just makes me think of all the wonderful friends I have had. You all count!!
5)Banana Bread: Yummy! I bought bananas just to let them get too ripe. A slice for breakfast, another for snack and more for dessert. The all purpose bread.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
How to Be a Woman of Elegant Leisure
In a conversation with Rachel yesterday, I was looking for some advice on how to enjoy my life as a Woman of Leisure. Who better than to ask than Rachel?
Her advice is as follows:
1)Get a Moo-moo (or a Kimono)
2)If you smoke, get a long cigarette holder
3)Wear your hair in rollers occasionally
4)Obtain and use a hand held vanity set
5)Exercise the regular Day in Bed
6)Work on correspondence
So, if anyone else is planning to become a Woman of Elegant Leisure in the near future, you have now been instructed in the top 6 How To's.
Her advice is as follows:
1)Get a Moo-moo (or a Kimono)
2)If you smoke, get a long cigarette holder
3)Wear your hair in rollers occasionally
4)Obtain and use a hand held vanity set
5)Exercise the regular Day in Bed
6)Work on correspondence
So, if anyone else is planning to become a Woman of Elegant Leisure in the near future, you have now been instructed in the top 6 How To's.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Recent Upgrade
I had a really proud moment today and I was afraid I couldn't share it with my blogging fans. John assured me that it was blog worthy and since all the people who read my blog are women, I'm not going to worry about offending male sensibilities. (If you are a sneaky guy who reads, but never comments, 1st please comment and 2nd sorry. I'd really be surprised if you are a guy friend of mine and you can't handle boob talk with the best of us.)
So, what's the big news you ask?
I'm a C. Bras that is. I walked into the store today, to buy a sufficiently large bra for my Mama mamas and was overjoyed with the new development. I have always been an aspiring C, but there is really no small baby step goals you can set to get you there. So, breast implants aside, this motherhood business was my only chance.
I hope that you can all secretly share in my moment of joy. I know many of my friends have always been in the 'my boobs are so big, I would share if I could department,' but trust me that this is happy news!
P.S. Brownyn, I will try to add another pregnancy picture soon. You wouldn't believe how many pictures I have to take to find one that looks decent. Still just feeling chubby.
So, what's the big news you ask?
I'm a C. Bras that is. I walked into the store today, to buy a sufficiently large bra for my Mama mamas and was overjoyed with the new development. I have always been an aspiring C, but there is really no small baby step goals you can set to get you there. So, breast implants aside, this motherhood business was my only chance.
I hope that you can all secretly share in my moment of joy. I know many of my friends have always been in the 'my boobs are so big, I would share if I could department,' but trust me that this is happy news!
P.S. Brownyn, I will try to add another pregnancy picture soon. You wouldn't believe how many pictures I have to take to find one that looks decent. Still just feeling chubby.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Midget Races
The other day, I was searching our town website to find out info on the 4th of July parade and I found another local happening. It is called the Midget Car Races. Boy was I excited. I was almost giddy about the idea of midgets racing cars. I didn't think calling it that was very PC, but still excited.
I was however very disappointed to find out that the people are full grown and the cars are midget. Now that's not very exciting!! Oh well. Maybe we'll check it out one day anyway, but I'm certainly not in that much of a rush.
I was however very disappointed to find out that the people are full grown and the cars are midget. Now that's not very exciting!! Oh well. Maybe we'll check it out one day anyway, but I'm certainly not in that much of a rush.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Pregnancy Update
Okay,I've had a few requests as of late to update on my pregnancy and share pictures. Well, I have taken a few pictures and although I feel like I look pregnant, when I look at the pictures I realize I just look chubby, so I have hesitated in sharing until I look pregnant.
It is 5am. I am up with the dogs and feeling brave, so I guess I'll share.
I have to say that this pregnancy thing has been cake for me. I'm hoping now, that I haven't made too many enemies, but I really only had two weeks of slight nausea and that was really it. My only real symptom (pardom me boys) is the boob issue!!! I can't complain too much about that, but do I still have to wake up with sore boobs? Just curious.
I am 13 weeks along, so technically on Friday I will be done with my first trimester. It really has flown by and I'm excited for this second part. It's supposed to be even better than the first trimester.
Every once and awhile I get a little nervous or freaked out about things like, I don't actually know how to give a baby a bath, but then I realize that really that can't be too difficult. They are little, don't move too much and you just wipe them down, right?
There is one thing that actually stresses me out and that has to do with the lovely time of year that I will be having this baby in the frozen north. I haven't referred to Wisconsin that way in quite some time, because we have had a lovely spring and summer (minus rain and mosquitos). Most of you know that I don't really do well in the winter time. This past year, my loving mother sent me a happy lamp and life was better for me, but I am kind of nervous about having a baby/getting no sleep in January of all months. It is however a great time to hibernate
I don't know exactly what is included in a good pregnancy update, but for the record John is convinced we are having a girl. He constantly talked about having a boy and then one day that all changed. I however have had absolutely no impression on the matter and will just be happy for another dr's appt where I hear the magical heartbeat. We will find out girl/boy in August.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Report on my life of leisure
Well, it has been a few weeks now of my luxurious leisure living, so I figured that it was time to report.
My first week off, I was quite productive, running errands and doing things that have been neglected lately. So, I felt busy and like I was making progress.
Second week- Girl's Camp. Still busy, but not very satisfying. I am glad to be home. Luckily, next summer, I will have a little bundle of an excuse not to go to Girl's Camp. Just another really exciting part of being pregnant.
When school let out, I decided that I was going to dedicate the week after camp to relaxing and reading. Saturday, I spent the day in bed reading Vienna Prelude. It is the first of a series of books about WWII. I have previously put a moratorium on Holocaust books. In my mind, it was a pretty permanent one. So, when a friend gave it to me, she insisted that it wasn't really very Holocausty. The swastika on the front should have indicated to me that she was lying. I read it anyway. It was a good book and up until the last 100 pages, I was not feeling too depressed. Until of course the father (previously in Dachau) was now reunited with his daughter and the shell of the man was stuffed in the trunk so they could escape Austria. I mean there is only so much that I can take.
So, now I am reading The Alchemist and really enjoying it. It is a fast read and full of thought provoking ideas. Wishing that I was Liz right now.
I still have six books in my pile to read this week (or soon). Here's the list:
1)Twilight- Vampire book written by a mormon author. If you are thinking that it is not exactly the kind of book you would expect me to read either, trust me, it isn't. At least by description. I have been told by everyone that has read it that it is really not that vampiry (though I'm pretty sure that I will find these folks lying as well) and it is really good. I was out with a bunch of friends who had all read the book and they couldn't stop talking about the characters. I just want to be in the loop. Hope it is good.
2)Cry, the Beloved Country- I don't know if I should read this in my emotionally compromised situation, but I've read almost 3/4 of it before and I got too depressed and had to put it down. I figure with a little break from the Nazis, I might be ready to tackle it again.
3)Little House in the Big Woods- Nice, fun return to my childhood
4)Reading Lolita in Tehran- I've started this book about 4 times when I didn't have time to read, so now that I have nothing else to do, maybe I'll finish it
5)The Quilter's Apprentice- no idea if it is any good. found it at the thrift store. The title is such a dream though, so I'll give it a try.
6)Big Stone Gap- finishing out with a good re-read.
I may not finish this week, but that is my upcoming reading list. Plus Pride and Prejudice with the reading gals.
My first week off, I was quite productive, running errands and doing things that have been neglected lately. So, I felt busy and like I was making progress.
Second week- Girl's Camp. Still busy, but not very satisfying. I am glad to be home. Luckily, next summer, I will have a little bundle of an excuse not to go to Girl's Camp. Just another really exciting part of being pregnant.
When school let out, I decided that I was going to dedicate the week after camp to relaxing and reading. Saturday, I spent the day in bed reading Vienna Prelude. It is the first of a series of books about WWII. I have previously put a moratorium on Holocaust books. In my mind, it was a pretty permanent one. So, when a friend gave it to me, she insisted that it wasn't really very Holocausty. The swastika on the front should have indicated to me that she was lying. I read it anyway. It was a good book and up until the last 100 pages, I was not feeling too depressed. Until of course the father (previously in Dachau) was now reunited with his daughter and the shell of the man was stuffed in the trunk so they could escape Austria. I mean there is only so much that I can take.
So, now I am reading The Alchemist and really enjoying it. It is a fast read and full of thought provoking ideas. Wishing that I was Liz right now.
I still have six books in my pile to read this week (or soon). Here's the list:
1)Twilight- Vampire book written by a mormon author. If you are thinking that it is not exactly the kind of book you would expect me to read either, trust me, it isn't. At least by description. I have been told by everyone that has read it that it is really not that vampiry (though I'm pretty sure that I will find these folks lying as well) and it is really good. I was out with a bunch of friends who had all read the book and they couldn't stop talking about the characters. I just want to be in the loop. Hope it is good.
2)Cry, the Beloved Country- I don't know if I should read this in my emotionally compromised situation, but I've read almost 3/4 of it before and I got too depressed and had to put it down. I figure with a little break from the Nazis, I might be ready to tackle it again.
3)Little House in the Big Woods- Nice, fun return to my childhood
4)Reading Lolita in Tehran- I've started this book about 4 times when I didn't have time to read, so now that I have nothing else to do, maybe I'll finish it
5)The Quilter's Apprentice- no idea if it is any good. found it at the thrift store. The title is such a dream though, so I'll give it a try.
6)Big Stone Gap- finishing out with a good re-read.
I may not finish this week, but that is my upcoming reading list. Plus Pride and Prejudice with the reading gals.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Funnies
With only two more days left of school, I figure that I should give you guys another funny. This may be the last...oh, I just thought of another funny. So, it's a two-fer right now.
#1 We were reading a book about two little polar bear cubs that were found up in Alaska and taken to the San Diego Zoo to be raised. We were just at the beginning of the story and I stopped and asked why they thought the bears were all alone. My little Nathan raises his hand and responds 'Well, the fish couldn't get up on the ice to meet with them.' Yep, that is one reason they are alone. Good thinking!
#2 I have the absolute funniest little girl in my class. She would be one of those girls that would grow up to be one of us. Hilarious. So today she made me a card at the Writing Center. She brings it over and hands it to me with great love and a sparkle in her eye. I open it and it says 'I love you.' Within five minutes she was back at my desk and she picked up the card and said 'I'm going to give this to Natalie now.'
Well, it's good to know that she is so loving and has lots to go around. I'm just going to think that Natalie didn't warrant her own card, whereas I was special enough to receive it on the first hand out.
Some of them are just cuter!
This afternoon was spent selecting pictures to print out for my student's memory books that we are going to make tomorrow. I realized that after going through my pictures, that I had tons of pictures of some kids and not so many of other. Then when I had to narrow it down, I just couldn't help myself. Most of the kids will have 8-10 pictures to decorate and write about. Some however will have about 15!
If you've got it, you've got it! I have one poor kiddo that everytime the camera is out, he turns his head to me, but then does weird things with his eyes. I don't have one cute picture of him. It's a shame. Don't worry, I'm not going to lose any sleep over this.
If you've got it, you've got it! I have one poor kiddo that everytime the camera is out, he turns his head to me, but then does weird things with his eyes. I don't have one cute picture of him. It's a shame. Don't worry, I'm not going to lose any sleep over this.
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