Thursday, July 29, 2010
*Kendall started walking a couple weeks back. She still much prefers crawling, but it's fun to see her get in her "moods", where she'll walk all over.
*Yesterday we had a super yummy sample at Costco. It was apple and prosciutto ravioli. Wasn't in the food budget, which when I think about it, was probably a good thing considering how unhealthy they were. :)
*Cam's been off from school all week. I've enjoyed adding him to Kendall and my walks in the morning. He loves for me to pretend to let go of the stroller, while he runs to catch it. We typically need an item or two from the store, which he also loves because he likes getting the coins from the coin machine when we check out.
*Last night will probably go down among the top 5 worst parenting nights of my life. Cam has a staph infection (small redness and swelling in his nose). I took him to Urgent Care to get it lanced (we went back and forth and decided having mommy with him was best). They had to wrap him tightly (like a mummy) so he wouldn't move. He was shrieking in pain while I was at his feet crying. Luckily, it went quickly and my little champ did so well. I think his movie day out with dad today (How to Tame a Dragon) was well deserved.
*Chris leaves for Vegas in the morning. He takes a trip with his two best friends each year and it proves each time to be one of the highlights of his year.
*For the most part, Kendall has started taking one nap a day. The problem is that she is MORE than ready by 10:00 (or earlier). While she'll sleep sometimes until 12:00, that's a long time until bedtime. Hmmm...
*Yesterday we had a super yummy sample at Costco. It was apple and prosciutto ravioli. Wasn't in the food budget, which when I think about it, was probably a good thing considering how unhealthy they were. :)
*Cam's been off from school all week. I've enjoyed adding him to Kendall and my walks in the morning. He loves for me to pretend to let go of the stroller, while he runs to catch it. We typically need an item or two from the store, which he also loves because he likes getting the coins from the coin machine when we check out.
*Last night will probably go down among the top 5 worst parenting nights of my life. Cam has a staph infection (small redness and swelling in his nose). I took him to Urgent Care to get it lanced (we went back and forth and decided having mommy with him was best). They had to wrap him tightly (like a mummy) so he wouldn't move. He was shrieking in pain while I was at his feet crying. Luckily, it went quickly and my little champ did so well. I think his movie day out with dad today (How to Tame a Dragon) was well deserved.
*Chris leaves for Vegas in the morning. He takes a trip with his two best friends each year and it proves each time to be one of the highlights of his year.
*For the most part, Kendall has started taking one nap a day. The problem is that she is MORE than ready by 10:00 (or earlier). While she'll sleep sometimes until 12:00, that's a long time until bedtime. Hmmm...
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
fan
Most of us have tivo, and therefore rarely see commercials. But if you happen to have seen a few lately, you might have caught the one for the new Dyson Air Multiplier. Basically, it's a desk fan that sends a steady stream of air, without the "wind" feeling you get. Nice concept, however I find it so interesting that in today's economy, Dyson would think coming out with a $300 desk fan wise. I think I could come up with about a hundred other things I would rather spend $300 on. :)
The part that makes me laugh is their description: "And they produce an uninterrupted stream of smooth air, with no unpleasant buffeting". Not sure eliminating the buffeting/wind (which I tend to forget about after it's been on a while) is worth $300. Who knows, maybe I'll be proven wrong and this will be a best seller. :)
Sunday, July 25, 2010
morro bay
We got back yesterday from a very fun week with Chris's family. I was going to blog last night, but I was pretty pooped from a very LOOOONG day of travel (thanks to traffic on a weekend...ugh). The kids had a great time and it was nice to have a change of scenery, change of weather, change of people (fun to be around his family for an entire week), and a change from our regular daily routines. Here are a few highlights:
*Two years ago, Cam sobbed when we took him to feed the seals (due to their loud noise). This time he was in HEAVEN and kept wanting to go back. It brought Chris and I such joy to see how much he loved them, which was confirmation again of how far he has come.
*Cam had a wonderful time playing with his cousins. We also had a wonderful time seeing him interact and enjoy them so much. He also liked hanging out with his uncle Craig, as seen here when they played Wii together.
*Overall, Cam did great living with so many people for a week. Sometimes he needed a little time away, but we were so proud of him in this area. One thing we weren't so proud of were his wake up times. :) However his 5:30 wake ups proved to be one of my favorite times of each day. I would cozy him up in the stroller and head out for a long walk to the donut store. I LOVED these times. It was so calm and peaceful and it was a neat time just the two of us.
*We ate GREAT and there was never a lack of chocolate around for me to nibble on.
*Both Chris and I felt so supported the entire week. When Cam would get upset because someone else was crying, his Aunt Rebekah or anyone that happened to be near, would scoop him up and take him to another room. This really helped me out and meant a great deal.
*Cam loved taking baths in the "humongous bathtub".
*Kendall did awesome all week. As long as I was out of the house, she was quite the charmer with the family and was a happy camper with anyone that picked her up. Now we just need to work on that when I'm in the room. But I'll take any improvement I can get!
*Kendall also was such a piggy the whole week. I love this shot of her big belly. :)
Now it's back to life...ahhhh...it was fun while it lasted. :)
*Two years ago, Cam sobbed when we took him to feed the seals (due to their loud noise). This time he was in HEAVEN and kept wanting to go back. It brought Chris and I such joy to see how much he loved them, which was confirmation again of how far he has come.
*Cam had a wonderful time playing with his cousins. We also had a wonderful time seeing him interact and enjoy them so much. He also liked hanging out with his uncle Craig, as seen here when they played Wii together.
*Overall, Cam did great living with so many people for a week. Sometimes he needed a little time away, but we were so proud of him in this area. One thing we weren't so proud of were his wake up times. :) However his 5:30 wake ups proved to be one of my favorite times of each day. I would cozy him up in the stroller and head out for a long walk to the donut store. I LOVED these times. It was so calm and peaceful and it was a neat time just the two of us.
*We ate GREAT and there was never a lack of chocolate around for me to nibble on.
*Both Chris and I felt so supported the entire week. When Cam would get upset because someone else was crying, his Aunt Rebekah or anyone that happened to be near, would scoop him up and take him to another room. This really helped me out and meant a great deal.
*Cam loved taking baths in the "humongous bathtub".
*Kendall did awesome all week. As long as I was out of the house, she was quite the charmer with the family and was a happy camper with anyone that picked her up. Now we just need to work on that when I'm in the room. But I'll take any improvement I can get!
*Kendall also was such a piggy the whole week. I love this shot of her big belly. :)
Now it's back to life...ahhhh...it was fun while it lasted. :)
Friday, July 16, 2010
replenishing
Playing in the heat really takes it out of you...
p.s. We are leaving tomorrow for Morro Bay. Goodbye for a week!
p.s. We are leaving tomorrow for Morro Bay. Goodbye for a week!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
today
*Remember how the other week I was chilly on my walk at 10am? This morning I was sweating at 8:15. What a difference!! Thank goodness we are headed to Morro Bay for a week on Saturday!!! Temps are in the 70's there! We are very excited to spend a solid week with Chris's side of the family and get out of our normal routine.
*Normally, I'm not big on having the end of movies/TV shows spoiled, but I let Jen tell me the end of The Bachelorette (she knows a website that always has the inside scoop). I won't give it away, but it is very interesting...
*The past couple days Cameron and Kendall have interacted/played with one another more and it makes me so excited. Even though it consists of something as small as him getting on his hands and knees and chasing her while she crawls...it is still so huge for us. :)
*I think Kendall is making the transition from 1 to 2 naps.
*Today we went to my mom's house to hang out and play. Nice to change up our typical afternoon routine.
*I'm DREADING packing for our vacation. Gone are the days of just having to worry about yourself!
*Why is it that after the kids are in bed, it's far easier to watch TV than it is to read? I wish I had a voracious love for books, like mi hermana. :)
*Going to Costco tomorrow. I don't think we have anything to get, but yep, we are still going. Lunch is reason enough. :)
*Normally, I'm not big on having the end of movies/TV shows spoiled, but I let Jen tell me the end of The Bachelorette (she knows a website that always has the inside scoop). I won't give it away, but it is very interesting...
*The past couple days Cameron and Kendall have interacted/played with one another more and it makes me so excited. Even though it consists of something as small as him getting on his hands and knees and chasing her while she crawls...it is still so huge for us. :)
*I think Kendall is making the transition from 1 to 2 naps.
*Today we went to my mom's house to hang out and play. Nice to change up our typical afternoon routine.
*I'm DREADING packing for our vacation. Gone are the days of just having to worry about yourself!
*Why is it that after the kids are in bed, it's far easier to watch TV than it is to read? I wish I had a voracious love for books, like mi hermana. :)
*Going to Costco tomorrow. I don't think we have anything to get, but yep, we are still going. Lunch is reason enough. :)
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
chris's creation...
...Yaki Tacos (after the ones at Islands)
We both gave them a solid "9". Our rating would have been higher, however we agreed that they needed some sort of teriyaki sauce. Included was white rice, chicken, pineapple, green onions, and cilantro. We will definitely make them again!!
We both gave them a solid "9". Our rating would have been higher, however we agreed that they needed some sort of teriyaki sauce. Included was white rice, chicken, pineapple, green onions, and cilantro. We will definitely make them again!!
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