Friday, October 10, 2008
Her new favorite toy is...
the remote control! She'll grab it, giggle like crazy, then run and hide, all while trying to change the channel on the tv.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
TFT - Christmas
I know, I know. It's only October. But there are stores out there already selling Christmas stockings, ornaments and plastic trees! I have bought my nephews their Christmas presents, but haven't gotten much further than that. We have started socking (that's the term, right?) money away for Christmas every week, in hopes that this year will be the first year that we don't worry about money. Sigh. We can dream, right?!
Our families normally do secret santa for Christmas, which really alleviates a lot of stress. Last year, we actually decided to do away with secret santa, and just buy for the kids. SO much less stressful!! It helps us focus more on what the day is all about, instead of just running around buying and wrapping presents.
Last year, I had all my presents bought and wrapped by October, and although one of my friends made fun of me...a LOT...it was SO nice to have everything done and enjoy the holiday season.
TFT: What are your secrets for keeping Christmas less stressful?
Our families normally do secret santa for Christmas, which really alleviates a lot of stress. Last year, we actually decided to do away with secret santa, and just buy for the kids. SO much less stressful!! It helps us focus more on what the day is all about, instead of just running around buying and wrapping presents.
Last year, I had all my presents bought and wrapped by October, and although one of my friends made fun of me...a LOT...it was SO nice to have everything done and enjoy the holiday season.
TFT: What are your secrets for keeping Christmas less stressful?
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Mazza's Fest
I think I can speak for every Vermonter when I say I love fall! There are so many fun things to do here and the foliage is just breathtaking. It is probably my favorite time of year; I look forward to pumpkin pie, apple donuts, hot apple cider, and going to the Mazza's Harvest Fest.
Here are some pictures from Sunday :)
Trying to pick out a pumpkin
Wondering why she can't lift the pumpkins
Finally! A perfect one for our girl...
A little cold!
Having her very first cheeseburger with fries!
In awe of the clown
Checking out the goat
Here are some pictures from Sunday :)
Trying to pick out a pumpkin
Wondering why she can't lift the pumpkins
Finally! A perfect one for our girl...
A little cold!
Having her very first cheeseburger with fries!
In awe of the clown
Checking out the goat
Monday, October 6, 2008
Jake's
Every year, the owner of Burton Snowboard's throws an annual fall bash at his house. He has pony rides for the kids, face painting, a bouncy house, trampoline, free babysitting, a basketball hoop set up - it's every kid's dream! He has such yummy appetizers, drinks, and even has a food tent set up especially for the kids, filled with juice boxes, popcorn, hot dogs, hamburgers and fruit.
It's funny how we have evolved over the years - when Matt and I first started dating, we went for the free beer and food, plus the band that plays at 9pm. For the last couple of years, we go to be with our friends, their children and to bring Acadia to all the fun filled activities. This year, as you all know, was not the hit we thought it would be for her, but there's always next year! Hopefully, with her being a year older, she'll enjoy everything there is to offer at the party.
Going for a two second pony ride:
"Wow! This guy is big!"
Doing ok so far...
Nope! Not having it - get me off!!
Sippin' on gin and juice
Max tried to cheer Cadi up. He gave her a hug at one point and asked, "Now do you feel better?" I love that kid.
Hanging out with her boys Maxwell and Ollie
Wanting to go on the bouncy house sooo badly!
Finally getting her chance!
Eating sushi with Aunt Miche
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Remembering to breathe
Matt and I have been looking forward to this weekend for a while now - yesterday was Jake's annual fall bash and today was Mazza's annual pumpkin fest. It's a weekend full of pumpkins, cider, good friends, yummy beer and food, hay rides, pony rides, and just being in the fresh air. Fun, right? Not quite.
Acadia was in the WORST MOOD EVER yesterday. I mean, from the time she woke up until we left Jake's party, she was either crying, throwing a tantrum or in general, just being cranky. Oh my word. This kid tested our patience. One or two tantrums, and I barely even notice. 5 hours of NON-STOP tantrums is enough to turn a person into an alcoholic. Oh my. Jake rents a bouncy house every year, has pony rides, face painting, and toys all over for the kids. Nothing worked. Our girl was just miserable. The only thing she wanted to do was go on the bouncy house, and we thought she was a bit young for it. There were kids as old as 12 jumping in it, and all I could picture was someone jumping into her face and turning her into the toothless-wonder. Finally, a couple of our friends and their sons went on it with Acadia and I. We tried to wait until the "big kids" were out of it and went in with them to hold their hands. This made Cadi happy for about 10 minutes, and it was the happiest ten minutes of our day. When it was time to get off, it was back to throwing herself on the cold, wet grass and screaming like only the devil can.
We ended up having to leave in the middle of dinner, because 1) Acadia refused to eat and 2) you guessed it! She was throwing too many tantrums for us to deal with. We said goodbye to some of our friends and took off - steam coming out of our ears, and all. We got into the car, and our little devil turned into an angel. She was quiet as a mouse and was perfect for the ride home. Next year, we are going to take Jake up on his offer and leave her with the babysitters he hired for the night.
She was much better today at the Mazza's fest and we had a lot of fun. She had her first bite of pumpkin pie and LOVED it! She carried the spoon we served the pie in for the rest of the day, just sucking on it every now and again. I'll post pictures soon!
Acadia was in the WORST MOOD EVER yesterday. I mean, from the time she woke up until we left Jake's party, she was either crying, throwing a tantrum or in general, just being cranky. Oh my word. This kid tested our patience. One or two tantrums, and I barely even notice. 5 hours of NON-STOP tantrums is enough to turn a person into an alcoholic. Oh my. Jake rents a bouncy house every year, has pony rides, face painting, and toys all over for the kids. Nothing worked. Our girl was just miserable. The only thing she wanted to do was go on the bouncy house, and we thought she was a bit young for it. There were kids as old as 12 jumping in it, and all I could picture was someone jumping into her face and turning her into the toothless-wonder. Finally, a couple of our friends and their sons went on it with Acadia and I. We tried to wait until the "big kids" were out of it and went in with them to hold their hands. This made Cadi happy for about 10 minutes, and it was the happiest ten minutes of our day. When it was time to get off, it was back to throwing herself on the cold, wet grass and screaming like only the devil can.
We ended up having to leave in the middle of dinner, because 1) Acadia refused to eat and 2) you guessed it! She was throwing too many tantrums for us to deal with. We said goodbye to some of our friends and took off - steam coming out of our ears, and all. We got into the car, and our little devil turned into an angel. She was quiet as a mouse and was perfect for the ride home. Next year, we are going to take Jake up on his offer and leave her with the babysitters he hired for the night.
She was much better today at the Mazza's fest and we had a lot of fun. She had her first bite of pumpkin pie and LOVED it! She carried the spoon we served the pie in for the rest of the day, just sucking on it every now and again. I'll post pictures soon!
Saturday, October 4, 2008
25 Ways to tell you've grown up
I got this from my friend Traci
1. Your houseplants are alive, and you can't smoke any of them.
2. Having sex in a twin bed is out of the question.
3. You keep more food than beer in the fridge.
4. 6:00 a.m. is when you get up, not when you go to bed.
5. You hear your favorite song in an elevator.
6. You watch the weather channel.
7. Your friends marry and divorce instead of "hook up" and "break up."
8. You go from 130 days of vacation time to 14.
9. Jeans and a sweater no longer qualify as "dressed up."
10. You're the one calling the police because the %&@ kids next door won't turn down the stereo.
11. Older relatives feel comfortable telling sex jokes around you.
12. You don't know what time taco bell closes anymore.
13. Your car insurance goes down and your car payments go up.
14. You feed your dog Science Diet instead of McDonald's leftovers.
15. Sleeping on the couch makes your back hurt.
16. You take naps.
17. Dinner and a movie is the whole date instead of beginning of one.
18. Eating a basket of chicken wings at 3:00 a.m. would severely upset, rather than settle, your stomach.
19. You go to the drug store for ibuprofen and antacid, not condoms and pregnancy tests.
20. A $4.00 bottle of wine is no longer "pretty good shit."
21. You actually eat breakfast food at breakfast time.
22. "I just can't drink the way I used to" replaces "I'm never going to drink that much again."
23. 90% of the time you spend in front of a computer is for real work.
24. You drink at home to save money before going to a bar.
25. When you find out your friend is pregnant you congratulate them instead of asking "Oh shit, what the hell happened?"
BONUS 26. You read this entire list looking desperately for one sign that doesn't apply to you and can't find one to save your sorry old ass.
1. Your houseplants are alive, and you can't smoke any of them.
2. Having sex in a twin bed is out of the question.
3. You keep more food than beer in the fridge.
4. 6:00 a.m. is when you get up, not when you go to bed.
5. You hear your favorite song in an elevator.
6. You watch the weather channel.
7. Your friends marry and divorce instead of "hook up" and "break up."
8. You go from 130 days of vacation time to 14.
9. Jeans and a sweater no longer qualify as "dressed up."
10. You're the one calling the police because the %&@ kids next door won't turn down the stereo.
11. Older relatives feel comfortable telling sex jokes around you.
12. You don't know what time taco bell closes anymore.
13. Your car insurance goes down and your car payments go up.
14. You feed your dog Science Diet instead of McDonald's leftovers.
15. Sleeping on the couch makes your back hurt.
16. You take naps.
17. Dinner and a movie is the whole date instead of beginning of one.
18. Eating a basket of chicken wings at 3:00 a.m. would severely upset, rather than settle, your stomach.
19. You go to the drug store for ibuprofen and antacid, not condoms and pregnancy tests.
20. A $4.00 bottle of wine is no longer "pretty good shit."
21. You actually eat breakfast food at breakfast time.
22. "I just can't drink the way I used to" replaces "I'm never going to drink that much again."
23. 90% of the time you spend in front of a computer is for real work.
24. You drink at home to save money before going to a bar.
25. When you find out your friend is pregnant you congratulate them instead of asking "Oh shit, what the hell happened?"
BONUS 26. You read this entire list looking desperately for one sign that doesn't apply to you and can't find one to save your sorry old ass.
Friday, October 3, 2008
Are you for realsie?
Our friend Sammy is out in Colorado for work. While there, he hiked his first 14,000 foot mountain just outside of Aspen Colorado. This guy has the life that every man dreams of - hiking and taking pictures of the scenery, wildlife, etc. You can't get much better than that!
Thursday, October 2, 2008
The definition of romance
Matt made chicken parm last night, but the only spaghetti sauce we had in the house was mushroom. I. Hate. Mushrooms. When he served us, I noticed I didn't have a single mushroom in my pasta. Yes...he had picked each and every one of them out for me. I have such a crush on that boy...
TFT - Slowing down
I don't know how many of you watched Oprah yesterday, which was about Brenda Nesselroad-Slaby, the mother who left her 2 year old little girl in a car all day on a hot August day last year. Very quickly - her husband brought their two children to preschool every day, but this particular day he had a doctors appointment. Breaking her usual routine, Brenda (an assistant principal) stopped at a local donut shop to buy donuts for the staff. She left the donut shop and went onto the road that led to her school. Because this was her normal routine, she totally and completely forgot about her little girl in her back seat. It was the first day back for the teachers, and she had a list a mile long of things she needed to do and complete that day. Tragically, her daughter did not survive.
I remember when this story first came out last year, and I remember many of the responses from our friends being of shock and anger - HOW could a mother do this? HOW could you ever forget about your BABY?? And I remember being a new and frazzled mom, thinking to myself, Am I the only one who thinks this could happen to me? Moms are sleep deprived, trying to do it all - cook dinner, clean the house, work or stay at home, grocery shop, send out birthday presents, thank you notes, plan birthday parties, attend birthday parties, catch up with girlfriends, be a present wife and mother, spend time with extended family. We want to do it all. Be the perfect mother, wife, girlfriend, daughter. Yes, I can definitely see how something like this can happen.
I think it's important that we as women, slow down. Ask for help, if needed. And realize that we just can't possibly do everything on our own.
Normally with TFT, I leave the post with a question, but I just can't think of one. I just hope that we are able to learn from this poor woman, who was trying to do it all...
I remember when this story first came out last year, and I remember many of the responses from our friends being of shock and anger - HOW could a mother do this? HOW could you ever forget about your BABY?? And I remember being a new and frazzled mom, thinking to myself, Am I the only one who thinks this could happen to me? Moms are sleep deprived, trying to do it all - cook dinner, clean the house, work or stay at home, grocery shop, send out birthday presents, thank you notes, plan birthday parties, attend birthday parties, catch up with girlfriends, be a present wife and mother, spend time with extended family. We want to do it all. Be the perfect mother, wife, girlfriend, daughter. Yes, I can definitely see how something like this can happen.
I think it's important that we as women, slow down. Ask for help, if needed. And realize that we just can't possibly do everything on our own.
Normally with TFT, I leave the post with a question, but I just can't think of one. I just hope that we are able to learn from this poor woman, who was trying to do it all...
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Book group
You just can't go wrong with this formula:
Wine + girlfriends + pasta + books + laughter = best night ever
Wine + girlfriends + pasta + books + laughter = best night ever
If you give a mouse a cookie...
Acadia woke up at 3:30 last night asking for milk. Sigh. No surprise - the report I got when I came back from book group last night was that she didn't eat much of her dinner and had hardly any milk before bedtime.
Here is my version of the children's book, If you give a mouse a cookie...
If you give your daughter a glass of milk, you will realize that you can't possibly go back to bed without brushing your teeth first.
If you brush your teeth, you will realize how much you have to use the bathroom.
If you use the bathroom, it will remind you of how very thirsty you are.
If you get a glass of water, you will need ice.
If you get ice, you will remember that you are out of butter.
If you remember you are out of butter, you will then run through other groceries you need in your head.
This is bound to keep you up for a while.
All because you gave your daughter a glass of milk.
Here is my version of the children's book, If you give a mouse a cookie...
If you give your daughter a glass of milk, you will realize that you can't possibly go back to bed without brushing your teeth first.
If you brush your teeth, you will realize how much you have to use the bathroom.
If you use the bathroom, it will remind you of how very thirsty you are.
If you get a glass of water, you will need ice.
If you get ice, you will remember that you are out of butter.
If you remember you are out of butter, you will then run through other groceries you need in your head.
This is bound to keep you up for a while.
All because you gave your daughter a glass of milk.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Exciting news!
Guess who peed on the potty last night?! Our very own Acadia June!! It was a very, very exciting night at our house! She was so proud of herself and we were a bit proud of her ourselves! :)
In other news - Matti also peed on the potty last night - GOOD JOB, BABY!!!
In other news - Matti also peed on the potty last night - GOOD JOB, BABY!!!
Monday, September 29, 2008
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