My baby is so big, isn't he? Geez, I love him more every day.
4/28/11
Alive!
That is how I feel today after being so sick for what seems like forever. I am mono free and ready to enjoy the beautiful weather we're having this week. YES! Here are a few pictures from Easter and this last week. We went to church on Sunday- Davis was great- he had fun walking up and down the row, stopping to see my grandparents, Honey, Nikki, etc. Then we had an easter egg hunt- Tony and Davis hid both plastic eggs and hard boiled eggs that we had carefully decorated the night before. Davis got very excited each time he would see an egg and he quickly realized which had candy in them and which should be thrown to the ground immediately. Ha. It was a fun day- as you can see he got covered in chocolate. My only regret is that I didn't get a family picture.
My baby is so big, isn't he? Geez, I love him more every day.
My baby is so big, isn't he? Geez, I love him more every day.
4/26/11
Updates
Well, I'm posting a lot because I'm sick and I'm bored. But, there are certainly some things worth recording. So here goes...
1) Davis says HOT now. Touching a knob, grabbing a piece of chicken, getting in the car, it's "Ha? Ha? Ha?" Yes Davis, that is hot.
2) He is running all the time. And breathing heavy. Not because he's out of breath- but because he is just excited and wants us to hear it.
3) He got into Child's Day- yahoo! As of August 22nd, Davis will be joining the Koala class. I'm hoping he'll actually get in earlier, like early to mid-July since Carrie is done in mid-July (which makes me tear up just thinking about it).
4) We got more pictures back from the other Carrie at Sweet Louise, and suffice it to say, while she did an amazing job, I didn't like how I looked in most of them. I am pretty disappointed about it, but still trucking on the weight loss. I've actually changed my goal by 5 pounds, meaning now instead of 10 I have 15 to knock off. I can do it.
5) On the flip side, Bennett's workouts are really paying off- his arms are like pipes. Good for him, when you're that dedicated, you deserve it.
6) I'm going to Hyatt Lost Pines for a night in a few weekends with two of my girlfriends- cannot wait! Will be so nice to relax, drink wine, and sleep in late.
7) Getting my hair done next week and looking forward to it. My normally amazing stylist kind of junked up the color last time- so I'm hoping he can get it back to normal.
Oh vanity. Ha.
That's all for now!
1) Davis says HOT now. Touching a knob, grabbing a piece of chicken, getting in the car, it's "Ha? Ha? Ha?" Yes Davis, that is hot.
2) He is running all the time. And breathing heavy. Not because he's out of breath- but because he is just excited and wants us to hear it.
3) He got into Child's Day- yahoo! As of August 22nd, Davis will be joining the Koala class. I'm hoping he'll actually get in earlier, like early to mid-July since Carrie is done in mid-July (which makes me tear up just thinking about it).
4) We got more pictures back from the other Carrie at Sweet Louise, and suffice it to say, while she did an amazing job, I didn't like how I looked in most of them. I am pretty disappointed about it, but still trucking on the weight loss. I've actually changed my goal by 5 pounds, meaning now instead of 10 I have 15 to knock off. I can do it.
5) On the flip side, Bennett's workouts are really paying off- his arms are like pipes. Good for him, when you're that dedicated, you deserve it.
6) I'm going to Hyatt Lost Pines for a night in a few weekends with two of my girlfriends- cannot wait! Will be so nice to relax, drink wine, and sleep in late.
7) Getting my hair done next week and looking forward to it. My normally amazing stylist kind of junked up the color last time- so I'm hoping he can get it back to normal.
Oh vanity. Ha.
That's all for now!
MONO?
Took my 2nd visit to the doctor today because my tonsils are so swollen and sore it seriously pains me to swallow. She gave me a Zpac, Prednisone, and then asked me if I have had mono before. It's funny because last week I kept wondering what was wrong with me, as I had such a weird combination of sore throat, fever, achy body, and I thought to myself "If I hadn't had mono before I would think that's what this is..." (I thought you could only have it once). Anyway- I find out Friday and I so hope I don't have mono. It lasts forever, or 4-6 weeks, and you just feel tired and miserable and there is nothing you can do about it.
Crossing my fingers...
Crossing my fingers...
4/25/11
Neti Pot
I am the proud owner of a Neti Pot. If you haven't heard of it- it looks like a little teapot without a lid and it's an ayurvedic way to clean out your passages. If you have heard of it, you know that it feels like you are basically dumping water UP one nostril, hoping it comes out the other.
I have been sick since last Wednesday night- like really sick. 102 fever, chills, achy body, tonsils so big they are sticking out of my neck, and while I'm back at work today and I feel better, I still don't feel good. And desperate times call for desperate measures so I walked myself over to the Whole Foods and bought a neti pot.
I just used it in the women's restroom. at work. (Yes, I was in a stall, and thank God because it was a SCENE). The lady on the box makes it look like fun and games- she is grinning with the end of the teapot up one nostril, her head slightly tilted, and the water is just evenly dripping out of the other. Is that how I looked? Not so much. I almost barfed. It started pouring down my throat and then out my nose, and it was everywhere. But I will say- my nose is as clear as a freshly windexed window.
Sharing this with you to inspire a good chuckle this gray monday afternoon...
Look for a new easter post soon.
Sam
4/19/11
Child's Day
Believe it or not- it's that time again- time to think about who will keep Davis when Carrie goes back to school in mid-July. Our plan was to take him to a cute little daycare in our neighborhood until I got advice from a friend at work who took her boys there and strongly suggested we reconsider. Ugh. I was both bummed to hear that and have to re-think everything and glad to know so I could avoid it.
A lot of GSD&Mers take their kids to Child's Day- and rave about it. I have never really considered it because when I first looked on their site before Davis was born it seemed really expensive when I just needed part-time care. But I decided to check it out as both the cost goes down as the kids get older AND I realize I would really enjoy the flexibility when my mom can't come or when I have something come up at the office on Fridays.
I went today and it was unlike any of the other 5-6 daycares we have seen. First- it's more like a little school. All of the teachers have degrees in childhood development and most of them have been there 5-10 years. The owner of the school sat down with me for about 45 minutes to tell me about the school, ask me questions, and really learn about Davis and his family. It was awesome. They do in-home visits to understand what the kids home lives are like, and they put together developmental plans specific to your child and together you check progress quarterly.
Luckily, my timing was pretty good on going in. I will know as soon as Thursday if he can get it for the new year, which starts in late August. I'm also on the waiting list because my hope is that he can start in July and we can do 2-3 weeks of transition before Carrie leaves. I am hopeful and for the first time in dealing with the idea of daycare- I feel peaceful about it. I think it's the right fit- and I think he is ready for friends and school and more structured learning 3-4 days a week.
Am I still anxious about seeing him cry when I drop him off? YES. Do I feel guilty about not spending every moment with him? YES. Do I wish I could spend MORE time with him? YES. But I think that is how every working mom feels- and I need to be an example to him too. I need to make sure he realizes he can do this. He can be independent and not feel afraid. He can do anything and he can push himself and pursue things he loves- and do a lot of different things without feeling fear or guilt. At least that is what I will be telling myself the first few weeks that I drop him off. :)
A lot of GSD&Mers take their kids to Child's Day- and rave about it. I have never really considered it because when I first looked on their site before Davis was born it seemed really expensive when I just needed part-time care. But I decided to check it out as both the cost goes down as the kids get older AND I realize I would really enjoy the flexibility when my mom can't come or when I have something come up at the office on Fridays.
I went today and it was unlike any of the other 5-6 daycares we have seen. First- it's more like a little school. All of the teachers have degrees in childhood development and most of them have been there 5-10 years. The owner of the school sat down with me for about 45 minutes to tell me about the school, ask me questions, and really learn about Davis and his family. It was awesome. They do in-home visits to understand what the kids home lives are like, and they put together developmental plans specific to your child and together you check progress quarterly.
Luckily, my timing was pretty good on going in. I will know as soon as Thursday if he can get it for the new year, which starts in late August. I'm also on the waiting list because my hope is that he can start in July and we can do 2-3 weeks of transition before Carrie leaves. I am hopeful and for the first time in dealing with the idea of daycare- I feel peaceful about it. I think it's the right fit- and I think he is ready for friends and school and more structured learning 3-4 days a week.
Am I still anxious about seeing him cry when I drop him off? YES. Do I feel guilty about not spending every moment with him? YES. Do I wish I could spend MORE time with him? YES. But I think that is how every working mom feels- and I need to be an example to him too. I need to make sure he realizes he can do this. He can be independent and not feel afraid. He can do anything and he can push himself and pursue things he loves- and do a lot of different things without feeling fear or guilt. At least that is what I will be telling myself the first few weeks that I drop him off. :)
4/18/11
Baby Sprinkle
As mentioned, Laura and I threw a baby sprinkle for Carrie. A sprinkle is something similar to a shower but with less muss and fuss because it's baby #2. This sprinkle was especially fun because Carrie is having a girl this time around- so as you will see- it was all very girly. Also- I made "Baby Maker Margaritas" that were to die for and so simple. Raspberry lemonade Crystal Light, Tequila and lime juice. Yahtzee.
4/17/11
Zilker Park and Camp Lucy
What a fun weekend. Really. Friday afternoon Bennett surprised us, finished working early, and suggested we all go to Zilker Park. Fields of grass, as far as little Davis's eyes could see, and all he wanted to do was stand on the one man hole and listen to the noise it made while he stomped back and forth. We finally lured him away when we saw this young guy with a remote control car. The thing was crazy- it could go 50 miles per hour- and the guy was very skilled at making it flip and things. Davis could not get enough. He loved watching it, but then when the guy would drive it right up to Davis, he just wasn't sure how he felt about it.
We had a great afternoon, and then that evening we went to a new butcher in Westlake and picked out some really tasty meat and sides. Bennett cooked it up- and we enjoyed it with some really nice wine. At home date night.
Saturday we went to a wedding at Camp Lucy- maybe the most gorgeous wedding venue I've ever seen. It's on a ranch out near Dripping Springs and the owner, Whit Hanks, imported old churches from Vietnam that are built in the French colonial style and re-built them there. Gorgeous. And our friend Courtney, who got married, is a wedding planner, so every detail was amazing. The wedding was outside, she pulled up with her dad in a vintage Rolls Royce, and then after the ceremony there was croquet and bocci on the lawn before the dinner and dancing. It was an amazing event and it was so fun to have Bennett as my date and all of our best friends there celebrating.
Today was great too. We slept in, then took naps, then went and did a little shopping for some upcoming birthdays. We were going to get Davis his first haircut- and then- they were closed. :( It was such a fun weekend though. I am LOVING this age with Davis. He is so funny and so much fun. He loves to stomp wildly and then he giggles his head off. He is just a joyful little ball of laughs. And I know that with each stage, I have said I like the current one the best, but I really think I am a toddler person moreso than a baby person. Toddlers are just too fun.
Anyway- I wanted to remember this weekend- so thought I would post it here.
Hope everyone else has a great weekend too.
Upcoming fun things:
- Easter!
- Davis' dedication in May (finally! yes!)
- A little Texas beach vacation
- I've booked some speaking events in the Austin area. Yahoo.
We had a great afternoon, and then that evening we went to a new butcher in Westlake and picked out some really tasty meat and sides. Bennett cooked it up- and we enjoyed it with some really nice wine. At home date night.
Saturday we went to a wedding at Camp Lucy- maybe the most gorgeous wedding venue I've ever seen. It's on a ranch out near Dripping Springs and the owner, Whit Hanks, imported old churches from Vietnam that are built in the French colonial style and re-built them there. Gorgeous. And our friend Courtney, who got married, is a wedding planner, so every detail was amazing. The wedding was outside, she pulled up with her dad in a vintage Rolls Royce, and then after the ceremony there was croquet and bocci on the lawn before the dinner and dancing. It was an amazing event and it was so fun to have Bennett as my date and all of our best friends there celebrating.
Today was great too. We slept in, then took naps, then went and did a little shopping for some upcoming birthdays. We were going to get Davis his first haircut- and then- they were closed. :( It was such a fun weekend though. I am LOVING this age with Davis. He is so funny and so much fun. He loves to stomp wildly and then he giggles his head off. He is just a joyful little ball of laughs. And I know that with each stage, I have said I like the current one the best, but I really think I am a toddler person moreso than a baby person. Toddlers are just too fun.
Anyway- I wanted to remember this weekend- so thought I would post it here.
Hope everyone else has a great weekend too.
Upcoming fun things:
- Easter!
- Davis' dedication in May (finally! yes!)
- A little Texas beach vacation
- I've booked some speaking events in the Austin area. Yahoo.
4/14/11
Sneak Peek from Sweet Louise
Carrie took some photos for us last Sunday and sent us a few to whet our appetite...I LOVE THEM. Is he the cutest little boy ever? And is she the best photographer ever? YES, I THINK SO.
4/13/11
Thank You Acura
Yesterday after several great sessions at the conference, I asked the Acura ambassador at the W Hotel to drop me off at Lombard street (the crazy turny street in San Fran). "We don't do Lombard." (This is a drop off service- basically they will take you anywhere within a small area for free in the hopes that you will love the car and purchase an Acura next time you buy.)
Me: Okay, how about Ashbury and Haight? (The iconic corner where so many photos from the "summer of love" were taken, and more importantly, a unique boutique haven.)
Acura guy: We don't do Ashbury and Haight.
Me: Okay- well take me as far as you can and I'll figure it out. Just drop me off somewhere good and I'll get a cab later.
One hour later- we were listening to ZZ Top (because I'm from Texas), we had driven down Lombard Street, taken pictures of Alcatraz, walked on the beach by the Golden Gate bridge, and landed at Ashbury and Haight where I was given a free vegan ice cream cone from Ben and Jerry's. That's what Texas charm will get you.
Me: Okay, how about Ashbury and Haight? (The iconic corner where so many photos from the "summer of love" were taken, and more importantly, a unique boutique haven.)
Acura guy: We don't do Ashbury and Haight.
Me: Okay- well take me as far as you can and I'll figure it out. Just drop me off somewhere good and I'll get a cab later.
One hour later- we were listening to ZZ Top (because I'm from Texas), we had driven down Lombard Street, taken pictures of Alcatraz, walked on the beach by the Golden Gate bridge, and landed at Ashbury and Haight where I was given a free vegan ice cream cone from Ben and Jerry's. That's what Texas charm will get you.
4/11/11
I Heart San Francisco
Hello from the West Coast! I am in San Francisco for the next couple days for a work conference. I got here today around 10 and I've already: worked, walked around and shopped a bit, worked out, attended two conference sessions, and now I'm headed to Lombard street where I suppose I'll have a little dinner date with the city- maybe seafood. I miss my boys- but love seeing the great places the U.S. has to offer. Some pics from my phone on day one.
4/7/11
New Blog
Kirsten just started a cooking blog, so I thought I'd share it with my readers...for two reasons: 1) she is a great writer and even better in the kitchen and 2) I am obsessed with the name "Just for the Halibut". We have a little inside joke with Courtney and B about this phrase- and so I was so pleased to see Kirsten use such a fun little pun for her blog title. Anyway- check it out: www.justfordahalibut.blogspot.com.
4/6/11
New Words, New Rules
Bennett got home last night- YES!- and he could not get over how much older Davis seems. He's been away so I'm sure it's very obvious, but even I can tell he seems older. He is now saying "Uhh!" (Up), "Dow!" (Down) and "Deees!" (Please) all the time. On top of that- he understands what I am saying a lot better. I can ask him to go get pretty much anything and he'll look around until he finds it, he has started to follow more commands (i know that sounds like a dog- but you know what i mean) and also- we've shared a few laughs lately.
I've always laughed when he is funny or cute, but lately it's more that we are SHARING a laugh. Something will happen and we'll look at each other and giggle. He's actually in on the joke! For example, I sneezed the other day in the car. He thought it was hysterical. Then I faked like I was going to sneeze and I went: AHHHHHH!!!! and then held my mouth closed looking at him like I was going to sneeze any second...but then I didn't. He then copied me, made the sound: AHHH!!! and held his mouth closed, looking at me, before we both broke out in giggles.
As far as new rules go- he's been the worst eater lately. Refuses to eat almost EVERYTHING. It's gotten so bad that lately he has neglected the crown jewel of foods, the chicken nugget. And it has STRESSED me out. You feel bad when you know your baby isn't eating enough.
Anyway- I read up on it- and learned that:
1) it's common- unless they're having growth or development issues, don't stress
2) don't force feed
3) no more snacks until he is eating better meals
4) he's been having too much milk each day, so that has also made him feel full
I forget that he will change and grow and I need to keep up with the facts and stay abreast of his latest needs. It's silly I know it seems obvious.
Another new rule that I sort of mentioned in my last post will be that he has to start going to time out when he is naughty. What? Davis? Naughty? 1) He is his father's son and 2) I have had the realization (after talking with other moms) that they're all pushing the limits and doing things they know they aren't supposed to around this age. And since I want a sweet little boy, he is going to have to sit against the wall for a minute with no toys the next time he does something over and over that he knows is wrong. We'll see how that goes.
I've always laughed when he is funny or cute, but lately it's more that we are SHARING a laugh. Something will happen and we'll look at each other and giggle. He's actually in on the joke! For example, I sneezed the other day in the car. He thought it was hysterical. Then I faked like I was going to sneeze and I went: AHHHHHH!!!! and then held my mouth closed looking at him like I was going to sneeze any second...but then I didn't. He then copied me, made the sound: AHHH!!! and held his mouth closed, looking at me, before we both broke out in giggles.
As far as new rules go- he's been the worst eater lately. Refuses to eat almost EVERYTHING. It's gotten so bad that lately he has neglected the crown jewel of foods, the chicken nugget. And it has STRESSED me out. You feel bad when you know your baby isn't eating enough.
Anyway- I read up on it- and learned that:
1) it's common- unless they're having growth or development issues, don't stress
2) don't force feed
3) no more snacks until he is eating better meals
4) he's been having too much milk each day, so that has also made him feel full
I forget that he will change and grow and I need to keep up with the facts and stay abreast of his latest needs. It's silly I know it seems obvious.
Another new rule that I sort of mentioned in my last post will be that he has to start going to time out when he is naughty. What? Davis? Naughty? 1) He is his father's son and 2) I have had the realization (after talking with other moms) that they're all pushing the limits and doing things they know they aren't supposed to around this age. And since I want a sweet little boy, he is going to have to sit against the wall for a minute with no toys the next time he does something over and over that he knows is wrong. We'll see how that goes.
4/5/11
Little Davis Bennett
Has been so much fun lately. And he's also been a little toot. He's about to learn about Time Out. Anyway- here are 5 pictures of the fun and 1 of the not so fun. P.S. he is obsessed with the vacuum. It's basically my new babysitter.
4/1/11
Beyonce
is what i'm watching- on Palladia. its like a concert in your living room. i sort of wish i could watch me watching her. girl.can.dance. my jaw is just hanging open- and moreso because of her moves than because i can't breathe through my nose. yes this is my friday night. davis is in maine visiting baby lela, and i am holding down the fort. i'm getting a little tired of the back to back traveling (this is the 3rd consecutive week of 5)- but i know that it comes in waves- so i won't dwell on it. at least not in this post.
today was so fun. i had to go into work for a little bit- i'm working on a new business pitch and man the work is good. i am excited about it. after that, and after davis woke up from his nap, i decided to do something new and i took him to the new "my gym" in our neighborhood. the name is lame, but i think it's just like "the little gym". he walked in and went right for the ball pit. at first he just sat very still as though one ball might shift and he might plummet to the bottom of the pit...then he saw a little girl diving around and decided to really go for it. he loved it. we played for about an hour and a half. for $7. awesome. we'll go back for sure and hopefully with friends.
and last night katie and i talked on the phone for almost two hours. i miss her so much. i totally admire how she is handling this move to ohio though- really living it vs. just counting the days until she comes back. i forget how hard i laugh when we talk- she was telling me about this girl she met- her first friend- and how she reminds her of me. she started a sentence with something like "i mean, i know it's early, but..." and i cut her off and was like "what. she's your new best friend? 6 weeks and i'm replaced?" anyway- it was fun and i can't wait for our girl's weekend in june. we decided that it is the first of many ANNUAL trips to come.
and here is a sweet pic of Callie that i just grabbed off her site. have you seen prettier, bigger, blue eyes? boys look out. Ray look out.
i've also been getting ready for carrie's baby sprinkle next weekend. i love having parties- so i'm always on the lookout for cute things to make or do. i think it will be really fun. it's different to focus on all girly things. so fun.
also- tomorrow scottie pendleton is coming into town! i can't wait to see him- we haven't hung out in forever. speaking of laughing hard- bennett and i were reminiscing over scott stories the other day and we were laughing so hard, i was crying. funniest guy ever. so he is coming in to pick up some stuff from his aunt and uncle, and i think we're going to grab dinner and hang out a bit. i can't wait for him to see how big Davis has gotten.
so good stuff going on for sure.
i'm having fun, just entertaining myself, watching beyonce, shopping on etsy, re-doing things here and there in the house, and playing with little man. still can't wait for bennett to be back though.
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