I recently joined an amazing playgroup here where I live. I mentioned it yesterday that I had only met one mom...but today? We met another amazing momma at the park!
Isabella had a blast with her two little girls. She rode down the two BIG slides with them, they ran around together and played so nicely. My heart melted a little when I saw her asking the older one {who's 4} for "hap, hap"--which means help.
Okay, so my heart totally melted a lot. Something about her not needing to ask me for help, I suppose?
We're going to their house tomorrow morning for a playdate. I'm so excited!
I even made them a loaf of homemade pumpkin bread....yum!
I'll let y'all know how it goes....I have a feeling I'll be coming home with a happy {2} year old, a tired {3} month old and a new order of makeup. Yay!
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009
A {2} Year Old's Party in Pictures....
Party time!
It looked so cute--Bella LOVED it!
Yummy rainbow cupcakes with hot pink and green frosting that I made for my girl
On her tippy toes for a cupcake...
And she got it!
With her cousin, Mateo
Being silly with her friend, Isabella, and her cousin, Emma
Playing with a Dora balloon
Showering her cousin with love
In deep thought while playing with her bowling pins
Opening gifts sans tutu...
An exhausted Mommy with her precious birthday girl
Sunday, June 21, 2009
We're Back!
We are back from Florida...and I think we are all exhausted!
We got there Friday afternoon--a little later--I had to stop at Target for a maternity swimsuit (no luck--they only had smalls!!) and then I had to stop a time (or two) for a break....
When we got there our temp on our car was 104 degrees! Liz (my dear friend) called us and told us it was 111 degrees...wow. The heat was seriously no joke!
We bbq'd that nite like we always did in Turkey, the guys sat out and drank beers, I ooh'd and awww'd over their adorable baby girl, Emma and we played some fun games--Uno Attack, Cranium. It was just like we were in Turkey--except now both families have little girls! Amazing!
Isabella was once again mesmerized by Emma. Giving her tons of lovin' and kisses. She was just so excited to be with bay-bee!
Saturday we woke up and the guys went and got us some delicious donuts--they were awesome! After eating we got ready for a day at the beach down in Fort Walton. We stopped at the BX on base first where we looked around and had a Starbucks. Then off to the Boardwalk and beach. We found me a pair of swim shorts there and then went and had the most delicious lunch at Anglers. It was to die for!
Isabella gagged on part of our quesadilla and proceeded to throw up all over me while the guys were off playing some video games the restaurant had. Nice! Why is it Leo is always MIA when catastrophe strikes? *smile*
By the time we made our way to the beach I had to sit down. The heat was sooo intense. Both for me and little Emma. The guys decided that we could go to the waterpark--and of course I cried b/c I felt like I was ruining everyone's day. Have I mentioned how sensitive I am this pregnancy? I just feel like I should have realized at, ahem, 34 weeks pregnant I would have known that the beach and 100+ degrees would make it impossible for me to endure.
After being reassured that it was more than fine to leave we headed to the waterpark.
Isabella was asleep within seconds of being buckled in her seat--complete with the baby drool--it was adorable! There's something adorable about baby drool when sleeping. Or toddler drool--aw!
We had a blast at the waterpark. Isabella, Leo and I went on a double raft down the lazy river. Isabella was laid back on Leo's lap just enjoying it. We've never taken her to one before and she was just in awe.
After we circled a few times we went to the wave pool where I took Isabella out and sang to her and let her just have fun swimming with me. She wasn't so sure about it at first, but after a few of her favorite songs she really enjoyed it. We sang, floated and just enjoyed her first true waterpark and swimming experience.
(I decided to opt out of taking my camera into the waterpark. I had it for at the beach, but I didn't want to be lugging it around a waterpark or have to cram it in the locker we rented.)
We had a wonderful, relaxing time--Leo hated having us leave Saturday, but he had to work at 4:00 am today (Sunday).
I can't wait until we can make it there again! We LOVED Florida! It's gorgeous and the vibe there is so relaxing. Our friends totally made us feel at home (like they always have) and we soaked up every last second with them. Even Isabella stayed up late on Friday and got to miss out on naptime on Saturday--what a lucky little girl!
We got there Friday afternoon--a little later--I had to stop at Target for a maternity swimsuit (no luck--they only had smalls!!) and then I had to stop a time (or two) for a break....
When we got there our temp on our car was 104 degrees! Liz (my dear friend) called us and told us it was 111 degrees...wow. The heat was seriously no joke!
We bbq'd that nite like we always did in Turkey, the guys sat out and drank beers, I ooh'd and awww'd over their adorable baby girl, Emma and we played some fun games--Uno Attack, Cranium. It was just like we were in Turkey--except now both families have little girls! Amazing!
Isabella was once again mesmerized by Emma. Giving her tons of lovin' and kisses. She was just so excited to be with bay-bee!
Saturday we woke up and the guys went and got us some delicious donuts--they were awesome! After eating we got ready for a day at the beach down in Fort Walton. We stopped at the BX on base first where we looked around and had a Starbucks. Then off to the Boardwalk and beach. We found me a pair of swim shorts there and then went and had the most delicious lunch at Anglers. It was to die for!
Isabella gagged on part of our quesadilla and proceeded to throw up all over me while the guys were off playing some video games the restaurant had. Nice! Why is it Leo is always MIA when catastrophe strikes? *smile*
By the time we made our way to the beach I had to sit down. The heat was sooo intense. Both for me and little Emma. The guys decided that we could go to the waterpark--and of course I cried b/c I felt like I was ruining everyone's day. Have I mentioned how sensitive I am this pregnancy? I just feel like I should have realized at, ahem, 34 weeks pregnant I would have known that the beach and 100+ degrees would make it impossible for me to endure.
After being reassured that it was more than fine to leave we headed to the waterpark.
Isabella was asleep within seconds of being buckled in her seat--complete with the baby drool--it was adorable! There's something adorable about baby drool when sleeping. Or toddler drool--aw!
We had a blast at the waterpark. Isabella, Leo and I went on a double raft down the lazy river. Isabella was laid back on Leo's lap just enjoying it. We've never taken her to one before and she was just in awe.
After we circled a few times we went to the wave pool where I took Isabella out and sang to her and let her just have fun swimming with me. She wasn't so sure about it at first, but after a few of her favorite songs she really enjoyed it. We sang, floated and just enjoyed her first true waterpark and swimming experience.
(I decided to opt out of taking my camera into the waterpark. I had it for at the beach, but I didn't want to be lugging it around a waterpark or have to cram it in the locker we rented.)
We had a wonderful, relaxing time--Leo hated having us leave Saturday, but he had to work at 4:00 am today (Sunday).
I can't wait until we can make it there again! We LOVED Florida! It's gorgeous and the vibe there is so relaxing. Our friends totally made us feel at home (like they always have) and we soaked up every last second with them. Even Isabella stayed up late on Friday and got to miss out on naptime on Saturday--what a lucky little girl!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Florida, Here We Come!
I am beyond excited!
We are going to Florida tomorrow for a couple of days to go and stay with our friends.
Beach, bbq, relaxation...I cannot wait!
Our first stop is Mobile--this pregnant momma needs a swimsuit.
And a cover-up!
You honestly didn't think I would be strutting my stuff without a cover, did you *smile*
Hopefully I'll get lots of cute pictures--I forgot to take pics of all of us last weekend (pregnancy brain anyone?).
So until Sunday/Monday, I'll see you later! I'm sure my Reader will be filled to the max by then!
We are going to Florida tomorrow for a couple of days to go and stay with our friends.
Beach, bbq, relaxation...I cannot wait!
Our first stop is Mobile--this pregnant momma needs a swimsuit.
And a cover-up!
You honestly didn't think I would be strutting my stuff without a cover, did you *smile*
Hopefully I'll get lots of cute pictures--I forgot to take pics of all of us last weekend (pregnancy brain anyone?).
So until Sunday/Monday, I'll see you later! I'm sure my Reader will be filled to the max by then!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Must Love Wine, Crafts and Shopping...
Wanted:
Someone (a girl, please, no men....) who loves to craft. Willing to spend time making lots of fun crafts, learning craftiness. I'm willing to learn anything and teach any "skills" I may have.
Must also like to have wine and yummy margaritas. Preferably on the front or back porch while the kids are playing and the husbands/boyfriends/fiances are bbq'ing.
Bonus if you have children--they can play while we craft it up. Plus they are a great inspiration, right?
Likes to go to garage sales, craft shows, antique shops. Must love a bargain and must love finding a treasure that we can be proud of only spending a few bucks on.
Maybe start a bookclub of some sorts. But only if we agree on the book.
Likes to go get pedis, shopping and watching a movie at an actual movie theater!! Where we can eat popcorn and candy and pick out the movie of our choice. Sad, scary, happy--doesn't matter. Just going to the theater will make my day!
Oh--and we must live near each other in order for this to work out. I'm not so great at the whole long distance relationship thing....
***I wish I could place an ad like this! Is it really this hard to find people that live by you and that you truly want to hang out with? Is it because I'll be 30 in 12 days? Is it harder to make friends when you are older?***
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
You've Changed Me....In a Good Way
Since I became an obsessed-slash-addicted a pretty regular blogger I have met some of the most amazing women.
Ever.
I can honestly say that I share more with all of you than I do with a lot of my friends in real life.
Why is that?
It just feels like so many of us actually "get" one another.
I think it's easier reading through blogs, seeing if they do anything for you and deciding in that moment, would we click or would we not click?
In real life it isn't always so easy....
Sometimes you get stuck being someone's friend b/c your spouse is friends with that person's spouse.
Sometimes the other person might think that you two actually click...but ya don't.
Sometimes you start a family and your friend doesn't and you drift apart....
Whatever the reason I haven't found any good friends for awhile.
Sure, I hang out with people, talk with them occassionally, but my bloggy friends?
I "hear" from you or read about what you are up to every.single.day.
A day away from all of you is like taking away my coffee or Diet Coke away for a day.
Those kinds of things just do. not. happen. around here.
I'm not trying to be all mushy or sensitive.
I just want you all to know how much you mean to me....Heather for the amazing birthday package you sent for Isabella, Amanda for giving us that amazing chocolate chip pumpkin bread recipe (so much for losing any weight for awhile....) and basically everyone for leaving me comment love, sending prayers when I ask for them and being so sweet on days when everything seems to be going wrong.
Ever.
I can honestly say that I share more with all of you than I do with a lot of my friends in real life.
Why is that?
It just feels like so many of us actually "get" one another.
I think it's easier reading through blogs, seeing if they do anything for you and deciding in that moment, would we click or would we not click?
In real life it isn't always so easy....
Sometimes you get stuck being someone's friend b/c your spouse is friends with that person's spouse.
Sometimes the other person might think that you two actually click...but ya don't.
Sometimes you start a family and your friend doesn't and you drift apart....
Whatever the reason I haven't found any good friends for awhile.
Sure, I hang out with people, talk with them occassionally, but my bloggy friends?
I "hear" from you or read about what you are up to every.single.day.
A day away from all of you is like taking away my coffee or Diet Coke away for a day.
Those kinds of things just do. not. happen. around here.
I'm not trying to be all mushy or sensitive.
I just want you all to know how much you mean to me....Heather for the amazing birthday package you sent for Isabella, Amanda for giving us that amazing chocolate chip pumpkin bread recipe (so much for losing any weight for awhile....) and basically everyone for leaving me comment love, sending prayers when I ask for them and being so sweet on days when everything seems to be going wrong.
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