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Archives for April 2008

Uncategorized | April 26, 2008

Cake Tasting

Cake Tasting

First off, I want to say thank you to my 7 readers out there. Even though I forced you to leave me a comment, I still loved each of them! So thanks!And now, a little about our cake tasting day! Yesterday Jon and I met with a cake decorator named Katie to discuss our wedding cake. It was so fun! Katie was so kind and seemed very excited about my ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 24, 2008

Comments?

Comments?

So, my mom claims that "people" are actually reading my blog. Get out! No way! I do not believe her. As far as I can tell, my one loyal blog-reader is my mom...yeah, I'm that popular. I was nominated for a "Best of Blogs award" twice. Once by someone I have never met, and again by my mom...thanks mom. But still she insists that "people" actually ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 23, 2008

Pancake and Henry

Pancake and Henry

Pancake inside looking outHenry outside looking inPancake wants to be outsideWhen he gets out, he wants back in...silly guy ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 18, 2008

Earthquakes in Michigan???

Earthquakes in Michigan???

Wait, WHAT? Yes, you heard me correctly...we had an earthquake in Michigan this morning at 5:30 a.m.!!! Get out! I thought when I left California that I wouldn't have to deal with the shake rattle and roll...guess I was wrong. The earthquake was actually in Illinois, but people could feel it all the way out here in the mitten state. I, however, did ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 18, 2008

Pancake Proportions

Pancake Proportions

Little baby head...Big boy belly...Someone explain this to me. ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 17, 2008

Sunny Day

Sunny Day

Today I worked a half day (I had to work until 10pm last night, so I deserved it). Anyway, it was such a beautiful and sunny day that I had to let the boys outside for a while...which ending up being the entire afternoon. It got up to 60 degrees today...it was amazing!Henry always jumps up on the railing...I'm a little nervous he will fall, but he ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 14, 2008

Butterflies

Butterflies

On Sunday, Jon and I went to see the butterfly exhibit at Meijer Gardens. I've been bugging Jon for over a year to take me to see them, but since they only come around in March and April I had to be patient. And it was worth it! The butterflies are in a huge green house that 80 degrees and humid....very different from the 40 degree weather ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 9, 2008

My Nalgene is Killing Me

My Nalgene is Killing Me

I've heard of this before, but this morning it was confirmed by the Today Show....so it must be true right? Apparently the plastic in my Nalgene water bottles is toxic, and can lead to fertility problems. Now let me set the record straight: I am not looking to have a baby any time soon, but I do want to protect my fertility for future use ya know? ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 9, 2008

Henry Loves Sink Water

Henry Loves Sink Water

For some reason lately Henry has really been diggin' the bathroom sink water. Every morning when I am getting ready for work, he jumps up there to get a little drink.The water is on here...you just can't see it...but Henry does.Move over, Pancake wants some too.That bathroom sink water sure is yummy.Let's try a different angle...He tries using his ... Read More

Uncategorized | April 6, 2008

Not Julie?

Not Julie?

This is Jon...the BOSS "Julie" really wants me to start blogging on her page so I'm giving it a chance.I was recently looking for a new place to get my hair cut and came across something that even I have never thought of, serving beer.Judes Barbershop beer of choice is the legendary PBR!That's right there is a barbershop in our area that serves a ... Read More

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This girl right here is the reason my house is alw This girl right here is the reason my house is always a bit messy and my to-do list is never done. And I wouldn’t change it for the world.
I made M&M cookie bars today and now my kid’s ex I made M&M cookie bars today and now my kid’s expectations of what an after school snack should be will never be the same. Recipe on my blog! #worthit @mmschocolate
I never want to forget the days they all three wil I never want to forget the days they all three willingly wore matching pajamas with hearts on them.
Belle’s so excited about her big girl bed that s Belle’s so excited about her big girl bed that she begs to go to sleep. And then when I actually need her to sleep she says “I just can’t because my bed is so beautiful!” and it takes the sting out of my baby growing up, just a little.
Who runs the world? GIRLS. Literally. Who runs the world? GIRLS. Literally.
I love them so much it hurts and then also need th I love them so much it hurts and then also need them to leave me alone sometimes. That’s motherhood for ya.
Snow globe status today and we are here for it! Snow globe status today and we are here for it!
AD: Feeling stressed? The good news is you are not AD: Feeling stressed? The good news is you are not alone! It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially after this crazy year! To manage stress, I try to take frequent breaks, remember to smile and laugh every day, carve out some alone time every morning, exercise daily, and turn to friends and other resources available to me if I need extra support. Check out more healthy stress management tips from Ambetter from Meridian: https://lnk2.io/wFTgVcc #BetterIs

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