Look what I did!!!!

Several years ago, I let John pick a quilt that I would make him. He chose a beautiful quilt that requires me to do lots and lots of triangles. Even though I call myself a quilter, I'm a total poser. I've made a few strip quilts and then proceeded to tie them. I've given them as gifts and had no complaints, but really I need to get on the ball if I want to be one of those old lady quilters with some mad skills. After 2 years of staring at the fabric, I decided to conquer my fear. Here's what I did. I know, I know. I'm pretty amazing! Who knew I had it in me? I'm pretty sure that after that one square, I'm destined for greatness. Now let's see if I can keep at it and maybe by our 10th wedding anniversary, he'll have his quilt! (P.S. This is not John's quilt. Just a practice square. His is much more masculine)
Oh, and just a glimpse of Nathan's day. He was watching a little Sesame Street on my computer, while I worked.

I'm pretty sure that that whole 'don't let your kids watch tv until they're two' business, doesn't count if they are watching it on the computer. Right? And besides, Nathan never watches other tv like NCIS or The Real Housewives...

Two Fer

I know, I know, two posts in one day. I should just wait until tomorrow and then I'll be on a blogging roll. I will however, forget by tomorrow what I wanted to blog about, so here goes.
Wisconsinites seem to have a hard time with hours of operation for businesses. Today and many times in the past, I have seen this on business doors: Hours: 3-close.

Yeah, I assume that they'll be open until they close, but when might that be exactly? Is it just one of those 'we don't get much business, so we go home when we want to' things? I'm going to put up a sign in the kitchen Hours: open-close. Then I have the liberty to never be in the kitchen. Also one for the laundry room.

I Double Dog Dare You

I've been feeling a bit mean and cranky today. I am blaming the fact that I vacuumed and washed the floors, so Nathan could drag himself around. After the floors were dry, I set him down and off he went. I picked him up a few minutes later and his shirt was dirty!! WHAT THE HECK!!!!! Why exactly should I clean?
So,I go to the mailbox, hoping for presents or really early Birthday cards to make my day. Instead I find another paper from our insurance company. It's one of those lovely Explanation of Benefits papers, that tells you what the doctor charged the insurance company and then what they are going to charge you.
So, a few weeks ago I went to the eye doctor because the corner of my eye was red and puffy. I had pink eye the week before and was concerned that maybe my eye plug was infected. (Eye plugs because I have dry eyes. These keep my tears from draining off.)
Also important to know: I had Lasiks done several years back and I don't require glasses or contacts.
So the Explanation of Benefits paper says that I had an Eye Exam and then a Vision Service. Well, my eye exam is covered at 100%, but they pay nothing on my Vision Service. I'm kind of confused about what kind of extra service I received. Now a nurse did come in to hold Nathan while they were looking at my eyeball, but that was about it.
So, you are all wondering what the Visions Service is, huh? Well, it's the 'Which is better, A or B, part of the visit. Now I don't know that much about Optometry, but I would have thought that that was part of the Eye Exam. Hmm...if not, what was the Eye Exam and why did I get the A or B part since I was not there for new contacts.
Someone is just trying to make an extra buck. And what kind of crap insurance doesn't pay for Vision Service. Hmm??
I really should call back and apologize to the poor woman in billing that I was mean to. I won't, but I should.
Whose next? I've still got a little bit of spitfire in me, yet! Warning: Do not cross me today. I'm on the warpath.

My New Trick

Here's Nathan's newest accomplishment.

I went in this morning to get him from his nap and this is what I saw.

He's at it again this afternoon. Standing up, crying, so I come in and get him. As soon as he saw me, this is what I got.




I layed him down again and tucked him in. He immediately starte crying, but once I got the camera out, he just started smiling. He's a star.



He's been in his crib 40 minutes now and still crying. At least he's laying down though.

We'll be lowering the crib as soon as John gets home.

I don't ever want to blog again

I'm so in love with these pictures, I don't want to blog anymore, cause then they'll get pushed down. :( Good thing I've got the living, breathing version here with me or you'd never hear from me again!

Pictures...Read next post, first!

Just a bit of cuteness!

Whenever I tell Max to go lay down, this is what I get. Max just loves Nathan.

Nathan in his new stroller. We love it. We were off for a walk and it was a little chilly so the jammies stayed on. As I've said, I'm a big fan of jammies. Trying to pass along important ideas to Nathan. His favorite way to ride in the stroller is with his feet up. He's all about chillin'.

Nathan and his girlfriend Ruby. I shouldn't be that mom that has her son spoken for before he can speak for himself, but I am. Ruby's mom and I are already collecting photos for their reception slide show. Nice, huh?

I couldn't help it. Nathan just loved having his head under the faucet. He wasn't too happy when I turned the water off.

Problem: Laundry and baby need to get upstairs. Solution:
You can tell how he felt about it.

Aaahhhh!



Wisconsin State Fair. Is there really only one set of those Clyesdales? I've seen them at most Fairs I've been to?

Charlotte's wedding luncheon. Beautiful bride.

Third time is NOT the charm. Maybe 4th?

The blog Gods are apparently not my friends these days since I have been having no luck posting.
Yesterday, I typed up the REALLY long and very anticipated post, only to have it lost when the internet fritzed. So today, I got brave and decided to give it another chance. Another long and witty (if I do say so myself) post. Poof! Gone! Who knows. So, here I sit, typing a pretend post because I imagine that as soon as I hit the 'publish post' button, this will be lost. Since I have been witty three times in the last two days, I really have nothing else to give. This may be a bit dry. I'll do my best.

Thing 1: I am kind-of a big deal! (300 bonus points for naming that movie.) After what seems like a lifetime, I have returned to the world of gym workout classes. After my third failed attempt at posting this morning, I got mad and headed off to a kickboxing class. I'm the woman!! Between the rage of blogging and picturing someone trying to steal Nathan, I was kicking some serious trash in that class. Unfortunately, I am quite out of shape and in reality, the class kicked my trash. I'm already having pain as I sit down in chairs. I might not actually get out of bed tomorrow. Anyone want to sign up for lunch bunch at my house? I will let you bring the lunch. Meet me at my bedside. Perhaps a flower on the tray? Vases are above the stove. Aaahhhh! That sounds heavenly. Jammies All Day- Day! I declare it.

Thing 2: This last week has been a bit of a nightmare here on the ranch. Nathan had decided last week that he was kind of over naps. For 3 days, he slept only 30 minutes each day. I tried to explain to John how this was going to be problematic if it continued. He didn't understand until I started sobbing uncontrollably. The good man that he is, had me call a babysitter and took me out. We've already been over how I felt about G.I.Joe, but I do always enjoy date nights.
Good news for all those concerned about my sanity: Nathan is back to taking naps. He was at 3 naps a day and it seems to be that he has dropped the 1pm nap and has settled on 2. This actually works better for MY schedule as I can leave the house now without neglecting at least one of his naps. So, I am a happy and showered woman once again!

Things 3,4 &5: Recent Happenings

Last weekend, we had our first ever block party. Fantastic fun. Love my neighbors.

Two weekends ago, we were a touch busy. We had a wedding lucheon to go to for a sister missionary that served in our area. it was so fun to see her and her new husband. She looked beautiful! We only wished our visit could have been longer.

We also had to fit in the Wisconsin State Fair. As you all know (or should know) I am obsessed with Fairs. I have loved them since I was just a little girl. Luckily, my mom understands the importance of fairs. Off we went. Nathan had fun. I kept trying to show him the animals, but he was more interested in trying to get hold of the cages and I don't think he ever saw the animals. He's just always on the look-out for something he can put in his mouth.

Thing 6: In a couple weeks, I am going to CT to visit the homestead. My mom is flying Nathan and I out for a week long visit. Nathan will be meeting his aunt, uncle and hopefully cousin for the first time. Should be a fantastic time. Can't wait.

Alrighty, well I'm going to give this a whirl. If it doesn't post this time, I'm going to go back to hand-written letters. Down with technology.