Back in the groove

This past weekend we headed up North to visit with T's parents for a bit. What did we get into? What didn't we get into:

*Marathon shopping spree at Sam's Club and Target featuring a belated birthday/early Mother's Day present for me | a Garmin nuvi 3760 GPS

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*Breakfast for dinner at Bob Evan's | french toast and sausage links

*Breakfast for breakfast, cooked by the ladies | waffles, pancakes and an entire package of bacon

*A visit from T's brother and girlfriend | love having family time and when Bird gets to see her uncles

*Epic ladies nap, that Bird did not want to take, but myself and my MIL gladly took part in

*Bird's first bike ride | she fell asleep for the first leg, due to the lack of aforementioned nap, and then enjoyed the second trip back home, making faces at me as we rode along.

*Thrifting in the downtown area | found a stash of embroidery hoops, thread, bobbins, fabric, spools and embellishments. Complete score, felt like I cleaned them out!

*Two date nights in a row - We got to hang out with friends and just have a good time knowing Bird was home safe with the grandparents

*Mother's Day breakfast made by the gents! More pancakes, more bacon, and eggs, along with present opening.

for our moms | madebyhank

for me! | iPad 2 Keyboard case

*Checking out the Rust Belt Market! The space was so open and vibrating with creative energy. Andrea and I would love to show there some weekend soon and it was great to go look around and meet some of the artists/creators/sellers there for the opening weekend.

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Now that all that fun is over, we're slowly getting back into our groove here at home. Bird is going to bed at her regular bed time, instead of having 11 pm dance parties with her grandparents. T and I are back to not eating out every other meal, vacations are always the hardest for that. We're glad to be home.

Happy weekend! Moving edition

I am sore.
My ankles hurt.
I have climbed so many stairs in the last 24 hours.
Half the boxes are in piles and the other half are still full of "stuff."
I am paralyzed by the sheer amount of things to put away.

On the upside:
The internet works!
Right now it is quiet cause Bird is still sleeping.
I wish I was sleeping but the overwhelming want to get organized has taken over.
I'm pretty sure my day will involve a trip to Target at least once.

Happy weekend!

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Happy Weekend!

Here are some shots making me smile on this warm Friday morning!

What a difference a year makes. Same outfit, growing girl!

Sent to me from my father in law...this is where she gets her cute from...

She'll be ready for the dorms in no time...no pressure (go green!)

It is so nice out today that we are going to take advantage of the nice weather and hit up the zoo with some friends!

What are you up to this weekend? I hope you enjoy it!

p.s. did a little shop update this morning, check out my newest additions!

Happy Weekend!

I just returned from enjoying a much needed and long wanted massage (thanks mom!) to find Bird lounging in her favorite chair after her Papa - Daughter time with T.

Too grown

Very excited about this weekend. Why you ask?

Tonight: Date night with T {#22} We're just going shopping and to dinner, but the excitement to get out and about with my mans is what helped me through another busy week.

Later tonight: Girl's night out with Melissa (who will forever be Missy to me, sorry!) in the Oak. {#21} I've got to get my nights out in between Bird and whenever #2 might make an appearance...no, not pregnant...yet.

Saturday: Hopefully a lazy day, involving embroidery for family, handwritten notes {#9} for this project, and naps, family naps perhaps.

Sunday: Nursery time with my babies. I just can't get enough. Also a shout out to my godson, Aeries, who will be turning 7 today! I can't believe he has gotten so old, he's turning into such a handsome young man.

Here's hoping your weekend is as relaxing as mine. enjoy!

Happy weekend - where have I been?

This past week has been one of the busiest of the year so far.

I had a sick Bird and T, I had a couple friend dates, my women's small group meet up, and family life to enjoy and contend with.

The three things that kept me the busiest this week?

1. I've been blogging a bit over here at Papernstitch. Can I just say how excited I am for the chance to work with Brittni and so far we are off to a great start!

2. Creating this little lovely for a Michigan girl who is far from home.



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3. Playing with my one year old! I still can't believe it. Bird is one, check out this stunner:

Tomorrow we have Bird's first birthday shindig, so I'm off to order cake (yum!), finger foods, wrap presents, clean house, and hopefully nap a bit.

Happy weekend! Enjoy!

I've been quiet

It has been a bit quiet around here for two big reasons:

1. I've been addressing our holiday cards which I finally mailed today and will share in a few, once people have received them in the mail.

2. I've been treat making and working on a shop update and it is finally done! Go check out some of the newest items in my shop!

Here is a little peek:

Encouragement

Polka dots

Red eye

Sunburst

Thanks for all the support, checking things out so far.

It is going to be quiet again for a few days as we are going to have the first of our 3 Christmases(!!!)  this weekend with T's parents and brother. So much needed rest and family time after a busy week!

Happy weekend, ours starts now!

Happy Weekend!

What are you up to this weekend?

My friend and neighbor Morgan is having a birthday and so we are having a little Girls Night Out Saturday, complete with back in the day "getting ready time" before the evenings festivities start. Did I mention how much I love having a talented friend that also enjoys styling my hair and giving awesome playdate manicures, she's like a prayer answered. We'll probably be grabbing some grub and drinks locally and dancing the night away. The best part: being chauffeured around by our husbands! What great guys for doing this.

Sunday we're having a little Steak Taco Night and G-rant is coming to hang for the evening. He's been charged with bringing the chips and salsa and we just hope he takes this task seriously. Seriously.

That's just how we roll.

Early to bed

Calling it an early night after a long day with both Bird and T not feeling well. We got to enjoy a nice dinner with my mom and brother after I spent the morning in the nursery, one of my favorite things to do on a Sunday.

I'm really looking forward to T's 3 day work week this week and all the extra time Bird gets to play with her papa. He ain't bad to look at either.

Hope you enjoyed your weekend!

My joy

My weekend mornings

Today, this is my joy. Happy Saturday!

Black Friday

Bird hasn't been feeling well all day and with our ever growing distaste for large crowds, we opted to stay in for most of the day and just relax. The house got cleaned, Bird got cuddled, and we decided to get a new wireless router due to the wonkyness from the other night. Yea for Black Friday sales! We ended the night with a snot nosed baby and a mini marathon of True Blood.

happy weekend!

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Happy Weekend!

Bird is napping now after being up from 9 am til 2. Miss Shannon came over to have lunch with us and I think Bird was so excited to see her she powered through with no nap. Hopefully she wakes up in a little while because we have a little adventure to go on when T gets home. The weather was so nice again today that after some quesadillas and fresh made guac and chips, Shannon, Bird and I went out for another little walk around the neighborhood. It was great to just catch up, be out in the fresh air, and walk off a bit of our delicious lunch. I hope you all are starting your weekends off just as nicely. Here is what we have planned for the rest of ours:

Tonight: Headed to the cider mill once T gets home from work! I haven't been in a long time but my bro keeps bringing me their cider and donuts and I have a hankering for some fresh ones. Here's hoping the lines aren't too long.

Saturday + Sunday: Taking it easy. No real plans, probably some family visits and good food.

I'm starting to see a pattern and so is my scale.

enjoy

At this moment

I was up at 6 this morning and stayed up. On a Saturday.

Because I went to bed before 9 last night and Bird slept through the night again. All night, until 6. And after her feeding, she went right back down. A bit of heaven.

Since I'm up and energized, I thought I'd list off the things I'm excited about for this weekend:

Being out and about with my two favorites accomplishing the most generic of things, grocery shopping and winter gear procurement
There might be a trip to Steak n Shake, I'm in mostly for the shake part
Miss SGS will be dedicated to her Lord tomorrow!
Some crafty shopping
Family naps
Time with my new little favorites in the nursery
Perhaps a bit of doing nothing at all

happy weekend...


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Happy weekend!

This week has been a long one for us, with T working extra long days at work and me + Bird trying to occupy our time in the house due to the lower temps outside. Here is what our weekend will look like:

Today: This afternoon we are going to do something that we have talked about non stop for about 2 days...after being super frugal and basic with our phones + phone plan over the past 2 years, we have decided to get iPhones. I've already called the store we're going to to make sure they have them and when T gets home, we're off!

Tonight: It is time for games night again with the Mister and hopefully some guests. If not, time to ourselves will be much appreciated. I'm thinking Life will get played this evening.

Saturday: It's our one year anniversary of being credit card debt free! We have remained CC debt free and proud of it. Since we are selling our house (fingers crossed!), just a few student loans stand in the way of our total debt freedom! I don't know how we'll celebrate today since it is also another anniversary of a not so happy event, but I'm sure it will be low key and perhaps involve pizza.

Sunday: I'm back to the nursery at church, full time volunteer again! I love my babies and I can't wait to hang out with the new ones this year. I thought that once I had my own that would be that but now I love spending time with them even more.

Happy weekend!

Spent the day tidying the house and playing with Bird today since we had a house showing this afternoon. T surprised us with a plan to go to dinner and I surprised him with a plan to go to Best Buy...done and done!

Tonight: Game night - T and I will have a battle of wits by playing a little Scrabble and listening to some jams.

Saturday: I get to spend some girl time with my mom getting some pampering done and then I'll be seeing AAD in the late evening and possibly going to a local festival with her to get out of the house.

Sunday: Hopefully a very chill day, T has to work in the morning, so we'll be relaxing the rest of the day away.

enjoy yours!

Happy weekend!

Things in this tidy little house will be quiet this weekend as I'm starting to not feel so well and I have to be in top shape for big plans on Sunday...

Tonight: Nana is coming to visit Bird. She starts to have withdrawal symptoms if she goes too long without seeing her grand-baby.

Saturday: We have a showing for our house in the afternoon, so the morning will be filled with housework and yardwork. Also, my oldest friend is in town, so in perfect timing, to get us out of the house we'll be going to a late lunch.

Sunday: I get to sing during church services! It has been over a year since I've done it and I'm a little nervous but so excited at the same time.

Happy weekend!

After plans have gone bust for two weekends in a row, we're taking this one easy:

Tonight: T and I are going to relax and clean up around the house. I know, pretty lame but we have to do it some time, right? Perhaps we'll even take in a trip to the library. {sigh}

Saturday: The 3 of us are attending a 1st Birthday party for baby AK. It is at a Japanese buffet so I'm sure we'll be holding off on breakfast in order to enjoy our full share for lunch. I can't wait to see how big AK has grown since we last saw her, about 5 months ago.

Sunday: No plans again. Perhaps this is a good trend for Sunday.

Surprises: There may be some Craigslisting, some more decluttering at my parents house, plans for a garage sale and more items on WMIY.

Happy weekend!

This weekend is more celebrations and friend time -

Tonight: T and I get to celebrate J and CD getting married. Sadly this might be one of the last times we get to see them also since they are going to be living in Texas after their honeymoon (J is there already and CD is moving down in a couple weeks.)  Nana is coming to stay with Bird while we're out tonight and she might even get a visit from her Uncle Chuckles, such a lucky girl!

Saturday: We're going to a high school graduation party for a friend's daughter and then we're hosting a BBQ for my women's small group.  Instead of meeting this summer for a book study, we've been having rotating BBQs at each others homes in a "getting to know you and your families" relaxed summer style.  A lot of us (read: 5!) have had babies in the past year so having a relaxing summer as we all get used to growing families has been great.

Sunday: No plans, which are sometimes the best plans.

Surprises: Hopefully none like last weekend, where I got sick from whatever Bird had and spent most of it sleeping and lounging.

Happy weekend!

This weekend is going to be packed with visitors, first meetings, old friends and celebrations:

Tonight:
My favorite band, Down the Line, is in town again and I'm a lucky girl because I get to go see them and my friend AS.  Yes, I just saw them in April, don't judge.

Saturday:
More cleaning/decluttering at my parents and a shopping spree for Bird's 1/2 birthday. Nana has been wanting to spoil her with some clothes for a while and who am I to say no? AC is in town from Idaho and is coming over for dinner and will be meeting Bird for the first time. Its been ages since we've seen each other and there is a lot to catch up on.

Sunday:
CD's bridal shower for the afternoon their wedding is in a week!) and then a bit of relaxing hopefully before the week revs up again.

Surprises:
Maybe a visit with JV who is in town for a week in the middle of her many travels.