1 week ago
3.17.2009
3.16.2009
Tiny update
Baby J turned 5 months!
I am getting an AWESOME workout at the gym... finally!
Hmm... I guess that sums it up :)
I am getting an AWESOME workout at the gym... finally!
Hmm... I guess that sums it up :)
3.14.2009
Toys for all!
Well Marc and I must have gotten a wild hair up our ass because the past 3 days we have been on a little shopping spree - I love saving money but I love getting new things just as much! :)
Let's start with Baby J
He got a new Fisher Price Precious Animal Jumperoo! And since he is shaped like his papa his legs are too short to touch the ground still. So we have to put a pillow under him. He hasn't started jumping and really only likes to be in it 30 minutes or so, but I am sure it will grow on him and starts to love it when he can reach the floor.
Now on to me
We went to Costco and passed by the camera section. I love my camera but figured it was time to upgrade. I told Marc and the beginning of the year that I wanted to buy a new camera sometime this year - even suggested Mothers Day. After much begging and batting of eye's (ya right) he let me pick one out right then and there! Costco was down about 50 bucks compared to other stores so we knew we were getting a good deal.
I picked out the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC H10. It's not exactly what I was looking for but right now we simply cannot spend 500+ on a new camera. I have been playing around with it the past few days and I am loving it more and more! The zoom is amazing as well as the clarity. I need to sit down for a few hours going over all of the features and learning how to optimize my photo skills.
Now let's move onto us (Marc and I)
Can anyone remember what I have always wanted?
...
Think back...
A Dyson.
It's still in the box but I cannot wait until we assemble it today and start sucking away! We are a very clean and tidy household but with two dogs our carpet is a non-stop fur ball! Hopefully this will eliminate the dust and dander floating around. Blech!
Oh, and there is one more HUGE item.
A brand new mattress. I have no clue what it is called but Marc and I had the best nights sleep last night! A soft pillow top allows our bodies to melt into the bed giving us 100% pure comfort! It's rather high, though, which I am not used to yet. We put our old mattress in the guest room so guests can have a "real" bed to sleep on.
Well, that pretty much sums it up! We have had a lot of fun the past few days but we are done with our little shopping adventure... for now. :)
Let's start with Baby J
He got a new Fisher Price Precious Animal Jumperoo! And since he is shaped like his papa his legs are too short to touch the ground still. So we have to put a pillow under him. He hasn't started jumping and really only likes to be in it 30 minutes or so, but I am sure it will grow on him and starts to love it when he can reach the floor.
Now on to me
We went to Costco and passed by the camera section. I love my camera but figured it was time to upgrade. I told Marc and the beginning of the year that I wanted to buy a new camera sometime this year - even suggested Mothers Day. After much begging and batting of eye's (ya right) he let me pick one out right then and there! Costco was down about 50 bucks compared to other stores so we knew we were getting a good deal.
I picked out the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC H10. It's not exactly what I was looking for but right now we simply cannot spend 500+ on a new camera. I have been playing around with it the past few days and I am loving it more and more! The zoom is amazing as well as the clarity. I need to sit down for a few hours going over all of the features and learning how to optimize my photo skills.
Now let's move onto us (Marc and I)
Can anyone remember what I have always wanted?
...
Think back...
A Dyson.
It's still in the box but I cannot wait until we assemble it today and start sucking away! We are a very clean and tidy household but with two dogs our carpet is a non-stop fur ball! Hopefully this will eliminate the dust and dander floating around. Blech!
Oh, and there is one more HUGE item.
A brand new mattress. I have no clue what it is called but Marc and I had the best nights sleep last night! A soft pillow top allows our bodies to melt into the bed giving us 100% pure comfort! It's rather high, though, which I am not used to yet. We put our old mattress in the guest room so guests can have a "real" bed to sleep on.
Well, that pretty much sums it up! We have had a lot of fun the past few days but we are done with our little shopping adventure... for now. :)
3.10.2009
3.09.2009
Busy busy busy!
Those are my three words of the day, which explains how the past few weeks have been.
I am feeling very lazy, so I am going to post a crap load of pictures... hope you dont mind :)
Here are some AMAZING pictures of Baby J! Look at him hold his bottle :)
Marc has been wanting to dye his hair platinum blond for a long time, and for his birthday I coaxed one of my good friends that foils my hair to do it for him on his Birthday. I didn't think I would like it but I really do!
Baby J's first attempt at rice cereal! He really enjoyed it but was way more interested in holding the spoon himself ;)
Palm Springs, California - We took a mini vacation to Palm Springs on the 15th. Well, it was more business than play but it was still nice to get away and be in 85 degree sun! Lucky for us we have to go back there on the 1st to finish up.
Hoodsport Winery and the Alderbrook Resort - Hoodsport WA
We won a wine tour at a silent auction last year to the Hoodsport Winery. Well, a few short weeks after we won it I found out we were expecting... go figure. So we had to postpone it until this year. Marc and I, my two aunt's and uncle's went on this little over night stay.
The winery was quaint and cozy but had some excellent wines! We tried 6, one being Pear which was my favorite! We ended up buying a case of their Cab, pear, raspberry and a pinot.
Both Marc and I have had a blast the past few weeks but we are very drained.
I am off to bed - I will be sure to post more now that my schedule is more open.
Good night!
I am feeling very lazy, so I am going to post a crap load of pictures... hope you dont mind :)
Here are some AMAZING pictures of Baby J! Look at him hold his bottle :)
Marc has been wanting to dye his hair platinum blond for a long time, and for his birthday I coaxed one of my good friends that foils my hair to do it for him on his Birthday. I didn't think I would like it but I really do!
Baby J's first attempt at rice cereal! He really enjoyed it but was way more interested in holding the spoon himself ;)
Palm Springs, California - We took a mini vacation to Palm Springs on the 15th. Well, it was more business than play but it was still nice to get away and be in 85 degree sun! Lucky for us we have to go back there on the 1st to finish up.
Hoodsport Winery and the Alderbrook Resort - Hoodsport WA
We won a wine tour at a silent auction last year to the Hoodsport Winery. Well, a few short weeks after we won it I found out we were expecting... go figure. So we had to postpone it until this year. Marc and I, my two aunt's and uncle's went on this little over night stay.
The winery was quaint and cozy but had some excellent wines! We tried 6, one being Pear which was my favorite! We ended up buying a case of their Cab, pear, raspberry and a pinot.
Both Marc and I have had a blast the past few weeks but we are very drained.
I am off to bed - I will be sure to post more now that my schedule is more open.
Good night!
2.27.2009
A quickie
Marc and I are out of town this weekend, without Baby J :(, but I wanted to update before we went.
He had his 4 months shots and check up yesterday - man, this kid is something else! First, he weighs a whopping 17 pounds. No wonder he is so friggin heavy to lug around! And he is 26 inches long. Those measurements put him in the 65 percentile range. And, this kid takes shots better than I do! He was laughing and playing, then all of a sudden he cries for a second, looks at me and starts smiling again. The second shot was the same way - no tears, no fussing, just a little cry and he was fine. He did however sleep for 4 hours after we got home... poor thing. I really couldn't have picked a better day for his shots because his long nap allowed me to clean the house before our trip. Thanks Baby J!
OH, and I a ton more photos and video to upload! I love month 4 - he is so energetic, fun, playful and a complete joy! Both Marc and I look at him in disbelief and wonder how lucky we are to have him! And how lucky he is to have us :)
He had his 4 months shots and check up yesterday - man, this kid is something else! First, he weighs a whopping 17 pounds. No wonder he is so friggin heavy to lug around! And he is 26 inches long. Those measurements put him in the 65 percentile range. And, this kid takes shots better than I do! He was laughing and playing, then all of a sudden he cries for a second, looks at me and starts smiling again. The second shot was the same way - no tears, no fussing, just a little cry and he was fine. He did however sleep for 4 hours after we got home... poor thing. I really couldn't have picked a better day for his shots because his long nap allowed me to clean the house before our trip. Thanks Baby J!
OH, and I a ton more photos and video to upload! I love month 4 - he is so energetic, fun, playful and a complete joy! Both Marc and I look at him in disbelief and wonder how lucky we are to have him! And how lucky he is to have us :)
2.21.2009
PARENT - Job Description
This is funny!. If it had been presented this way,
I don't believe any of us would have done it!
POSITION :
Mom, Mommy, Mama, Ma
Dad, Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop
JOB DESCRIPTION :
Long term, team players needed, for challenging
permanent work in an,
often chaotic environment.
Candidates must possess excellent communication
and organizational skills and be willing to work
variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends
and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.
Some overnight travel required, including trips to
primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities!
Travel expenses not reimbursed.
Extensive courier duties also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The rest of your life.
Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily,
until someone needs $5.
Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.
Also, must possess the physical stamina of a
pack mule
and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat
in case, this time, the screams from
the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.
Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges,
such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets
and stuck zippers.
Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and
coordinate production of multiple homework projects.
Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings
for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.
Must be willing to be indispensable one minute,
an embarrassment the next.
Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a
half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.
Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.
Must assume final, complete accountability for
the quality of the end product.
Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and
janitorial work throughout the facility.
POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :
None.
Your job is to remain in the same position for years, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills,
so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :
None required unfortunately.
On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.
WAGES AND COMPENSATION :
Get this! You pay them!
Offering frequent raises and bonuses.
A balloon payment is due when they turn 18 because
of the assumption that college will help them
become financially independent.
When you die, you give them whatever is left.
The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that
you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.
BENEFITS :
While no health or dental insurance, no pension,
no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and
no stock options are offered;
this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth
and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
Forward this on to all the PARENTS you know, in appreciation for everything they do on a daily basis,
letting them know they are appreciated
for the fabulous job they do...
or forward with love
to anyone thinking of applying for the job.
This is funny!. If it had been presented this way,
I don't believe any of us would have done it!
POSITION :
Mom, Mommy, Mama, Ma
Dad, Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop
JOB DESCRIPTION :
Long term, team players needed, for challenging
permanent work in an,
often chaotic environment.
Candidates must possess excellent communication
and organizational skills and be willing to work
variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends
and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.
Some overnight travel required, including trips to
primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities!
Travel expenses not reimbursed.
Extensive courier duties also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The rest of your life.
Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily,
until someone needs $5.
Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.
Also, must possess the physical stamina of a
pack mule
and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat
in case, this time, the screams from
the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.
Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges,
such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets
and stuck zippers.
Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and
coordinate production of multiple homework projects.
Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings
for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.
Must be willing to be indispensable one minute,
an embarrassment the next.
Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a
half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.
Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.
Must assume final, complete accountability for
the quality of the end product.
Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and
janitorial work throughout the facility.
POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :
None.
Your job is to remain in the same position for years, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills,
so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :
None required unfortunately.
On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.
WAGES AND COMPENSATION :
Get this! You pay them!
Offering frequent raises and bonuses.
A balloon payment is due when they turn 18 because
of the assumption that college will help them
become financially independent.
When you die, you give them whatever is left.
The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that
you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.
BENEFITS :
While no health or dental insurance, no pension,
no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and
no stock options are offered;
this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth
and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
Forward this on to all the PARENTS you know, in appreciation for everything they do on a daily basis,
letting them know they are appreciated
for the fabulous job they do...
or forward with love
to anyone thinking of applying for the job.
2.17.2009
So I have been a bad blogger
I haven't updated in forever! With working full time now my time is very limited and I seem to not be able to do a lot of the things I was used to doing. Although, a few unfortunate events happened at work and I am now back at home. It's a catch 22 - I get more work done when I am at the office but now I get to spend my days with Baby J again. I am still planning on going into the office a few times a week when Marc can watch him but I am not on a schedule. We are still throwing the idea around of me staying at home, not working but for now this is the next best thing.
So a major event happened a few days ago: Baby J has turned 4 months! I really cannot believe it! Wait... don't I say that every month? He is so much fun now and has brought so much joy into our household! Marc and I cannot even think what our lives were like before him. He is almost rolling now; he gets up onto his side but cannot get past his shoulder. And he has learned to yell, too. It is quite funny to listen to! I need to capture it on video but since he is sick again, his yelling has been cut back. I did take this video this morning. He is just so darn cute!
(and dont mind my stupid, lets talk in baby talk all of the time, voice. I guess that's one of the characteristics of being a mom :)
So a major event happened a few days ago: Baby J has turned 4 months! I really cannot believe it! Wait... don't I say that every month? He is so much fun now and has brought so much joy into our household! Marc and I cannot even think what our lives were like before him. He is almost rolling now; he gets up onto his side but cannot get past his shoulder. And he has learned to yell, too. It is quite funny to listen to! I need to capture it on video but since he is sick again, his yelling has been cut back. I did take this video this morning. He is just so darn cute!
(and dont mind my stupid, lets talk in baby talk all of the time, voice. I guess that's one of the characteristics of being a mom :)
2.14.2009
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