Last night was a record low temp, coldest it has been since 2000. Still doesn't compare to Indiana weather, but definitely cold! And of course the coldest room in the house is Nash's and when the heat is on our room turns in to a sauna! I hate having the heat on, but we need it right now.
They even talked about pipes freezing...weird!
Nash is officially walking on his own. He just needs to learn how to stand up from the ground, he is still relying on furniture to get up on his feet, but he can walk and stop and just stand there.
And Luke taught him how to go down the stairs on his belly so now he can go up the stairs and down the stairs. We still have not gotten a safety gate, I'm still trying to hold off for now.
Thanksgiving has come and gone, pretty uneventful here, honestly just felt like another day to me and another dinner, but it was good, I know Nash enjoyed it. I put up the Christmas tree and decorated and strung some lights around the stair railing. The tree looks really nice especially from outside.
Nash has been really good about not really messing with it. He is more interested in messing with the buttons on the DVD player and cable box.
I decided not to go shopping on Black Friday, but did manage to get some done on Saturday.
I think Luke and I are going to wait until after Christmas to buy each other stuff this year since I do have that whole week between Christmas and New Years off this year, might as well take advantage of the deals after Christmas.
I hope we survive that week of no pay check from me, I hate even thinking about it.
I still have not bought our plane tickets home for January, still waiting for air fare to drop, hopefully after Christmas is does. I really hate to pay $600 to fly home, it's just crazy!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Friday, November 19, 2010
Crazy..busy week!
I can't believe it is already Friday! It seems like it was just Friday yesterday. This week has definitely been a crazy one all around. Luke has been sick, but better now, I'm still hoping I don't get whatever he had, so I will be doing some cleaning and laundry tomorrow to help prevent that.
My Grandma has been in the hospital all week, although doing much better today. I'm hopefully gonna try to call her today and finally talk to her. I hope she gets to go home real soon.
Brewski is officially fat and has to go on a special diet dog food which is going to cost me $55, but should last us a while. Nash discovered he has a tongue and now he is spitting and letting his tongue hang out of his mouth and constantly touching it.
He has been saying Mom a lot, and Luke got him to say Dad as well, it is so funny.
We found out this week that in October and this month we paid Luke's car payment twice. Which is cray, finally got that resolved and they will be refunding us the money.
We got totally ripped off by Culligan Water, they charge us $180 to hook up our water softener then it was leaking and they told us they couldn't find the parts anywhere to fix it, but said let us know if you need to order a new unit.
I called Eco-Water and the guy came out the same day and was able to fix it on the spot with the parts he had on him.
Stupid Culligan, even the Eco-Water guy said they try to rip people off, go figure!
But now are water softener is working and I'm even happier that I just got our electric bill for the month and it is at least $100 less now that we have the AC off for the season.
I have been listening to Christmas music while at work since last Friday, I love it, it seems to put me in a better mood. I bought all of our makings for Thanksgiving last night.
We have done this once before, it has just been awhile. But looking forward to having the day off with Luke and finally putting up the Christmas tree after not having it up for the last 2 years.
I'm not doing very good with my Christmas shopping, and I'm toying with the idea of going shopping Friday, but I doubt that will happen, since Luke has to work that day, might as well just enjoy the day off, maybe I could go later that evening on my own.
Nash was still getting birthday presents as of last night, I think he is finally done. I really need to get some kind of cubby hole thing for his room to put his toys in, something to just organize them better or maybe rearrange his furniture.
Well glad it's Friday and this busy/crazy week is coming to an end!
My Grandma has been in the hospital all week, although doing much better today. I'm hopefully gonna try to call her today and finally talk to her. I hope she gets to go home real soon.
Brewski is officially fat and has to go on a special diet dog food which is going to cost me $55, but should last us a while. Nash discovered he has a tongue and now he is spitting and letting his tongue hang out of his mouth and constantly touching it.
He has been saying Mom a lot, and Luke got him to say Dad as well, it is so funny.
We found out this week that in October and this month we paid Luke's car payment twice. Which is cray, finally got that resolved and they will be refunding us the money.
We got totally ripped off by Culligan Water, they charge us $180 to hook up our water softener then it was leaking and they told us they couldn't find the parts anywhere to fix it, but said let us know if you need to order a new unit.
I called Eco-Water and the guy came out the same day and was able to fix it on the spot with the parts he had on him.
Stupid Culligan, even the Eco-Water guy said they try to rip people off, go figure!
But now are water softener is working and I'm even happier that I just got our electric bill for the month and it is at least $100 less now that we have the AC off for the season.
I have been listening to Christmas music while at work since last Friday, I love it, it seems to put me in a better mood. I bought all of our makings for Thanksgiving last night.
We have done this once before, it has just been awhile. But looking forward to having the day off with Luke and finally putting up the Christmas tree after not having it up for the last 2 years.
I'm not doing very good with my Christmas shopping, and I'm toying with the idea of going shopping Friday, but I doubt that will happen, since Luke has to work that day, might as well just enjoy the day off, maybe I could go later that evening on my own.
Nash was still getting birthday presents as of last night, I think he is finally done. I really need to get some kind of cubby hole thing for his room to put his toys in, something to just organize them better or maybe rearrange his furniture.
Well glad it's Friday and this busy/crazy week is coming to an end!
Monday, November 15, 2010
the husband is sick
Luke got sent home from work this morning, he is sick. All I can say is I hope Nash and I don't get whatever he has. And I hope Luke gets better sooner then later. For the most part had a good weekend, pretty productive. Got Nash his new big boy car seat yesterday, but have yet to put it in my car. It's another chilly morning, and I am really wishing my space heater at work as working at times like this when my feet are freezing.
This week I have to get back on the workout train, it's been 2 weeks since I have been. I really hate when I let myself do that, but the break was nice.
I just learned that the prop for Medical Marijuana passed, it's legal, but you have to have a prescription. Very weird.
Have lots to get done this week at work, and next week is Thanksgiving, I always love 3 day work weeks and 4 day weekends, this month is just flying by so fast!
Poor Brewski, we finally took him to get his nails cut, bathed and groomed yesterday, and he is so fat, I thought most of it was hair, nope, he is just a fatty. But unfortunately I have to take him to the vet, because he has to get the anal sacs expressed on his bottom, so gross, but I guess it's typical of small dogs. He is due for a shot anyways, and I have a feeling they are going to tell us he needs more exercise, which I pretty much already knew the answer to that.
My Grandma is having surgery today, pretty routine surgery, but I have been thinking about her all morning. Hope she feels better soon.
This week I have to get back on the workout train, it's been 2 weeks since I have been. I really hate when I let myself do that, but the break was nice.
I just learned that the prop for Medical Marijuana passed, it's legal, but you have to have a prescription. Very weird.
Have lots to get done this week at work, and next week is Thanksgiving, I always love 3 day work weeks and 4 day weekends, this month is just flying by so fast!
Poor Brewski, we finally took him to get his nails cut, bathed and groomed yesterday, and he is so fat, I thought most of it was hair, nope, he is just a fatty. But unfortunately I have to take him to the vet, because he has to get the anal sacs expressed on his bottom, so gross, but I guess it's typical of small dogs. He is due for a shot anyways, and I have a feeling they are going to tell us he needs more exercise, which I pretty much already knew the answer to that.
My Grandma is having surgery today, pretty routine surgery, but I have been thinking about her all morning. Hope she feels better soon.
Friday, November 12, 2010
It's so cold!
I don't remember it being this cold so quickly last year. Of course at this time last year I really wasn't leaving the house. I wanted to buy hot chocolate at the store last night,but stopped myself, every store already has all their Christmas stuff up... it feels like the holidays are just all the sudden here! I'm thinking I should start stocking up on stuff for Thanksgiving dinner, it will be here in like 2 weeks and that is just crazy!
Back to the babysitter Nash went this morning after over 2 weeks of not going, of course he cried as soon as I made my way back out the door. He will be happy to be with his girls all day though. He is doing really good with the no formula and lack of bottles. Bought him some Cars sippy cups last night. I taught him how to give kisses to his birthday Sponge Bob and now he randomly will give him kisses, it is so cute.
Back to the babysitter Nash went this morning after over 2 weeks of not going, of course he cried as soon as I made my way back out the door. He will be happy to be with his girls all day though. He is doing really good with the no formula and lack of bottles. Bought him some Cars sippy cups last night. I taught him how to give kisses to his birthday Sponge Bob and now he randomly will give him kisses, it is so cute.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Lunch break
The past two weeks have been crazy fun! But I always look forward to when our schedules go back to normal. All the family visitors are gone :( Nash's birthday was a success and he got so much stuff, I think I need a whole other room for all of it. Everyone that came from out of town helped out with the party, which was a good thing for us, made it a little less stressful for me.
Now looking ahead to Christmas and thinking that I need to start my Christmas shopping, maybe even tonight. I finally got my rebate card in the mail from my phone purchase.
The one thing Nash is good on is clothes, he has a lot, and it's a good thing, because we were down to the minimum just a week ago.
He got so many cool toys, a lot of Toy Story stuff, Sponge Bob stuff and Spiderman and Batman.
All his favorites.
Lots of hats, too many hats, I think I need to buy him a hat rack for all these hats :) but he does love his hats.
We got our first cold snap of the season last night, I actually had to turn the heat on at our house and I never do that, but for Nash I did. Looking forward to a nice weekend, planning on taking Nash out in his wagon, I can't wait! And hopefully finally get all the toys organized and stuff back to normal at our house.
He has his 12 month check up on Monday, he is just over 20lbs and 30inches long, we are slowly getting him off the formula and to whole milk and he is ready for his big boy car seat, which I hope to buy here in the next couple weeks, he will be so excited to turn around and see what is going on for a change.
But he had to get 4 shots, poor guy, he handled it well though! He is such a big boy now. Getting better everyday at the walking, we just need to start being better about keeping his shoes on more often.
Aunt Jody got him some cool crocs that I think will work perfect right now.
Lunch break is over, back to work, busy, busy, busy!
Now looking ahead to Christmas and thinking that I need to start my Christmas shopping, maybe even tonight. I finally got my rebate card in the mail from my phone purchase.
The one thing Nash is good on is clothes, he has a lot, and it's a good thing, because we were down to the minimum just a week ago.
He got so many cool toys, a lot of Toy Story stuff, Sponge Bob stuff and Spiderman and Batman.
All his favorites.
Lots of hats, too many hats, I think I need to buy him a hat rack for all these hats :) but he does love his hats.
We got our first cold snap of the season last night, I actually had to turn the heat on at our house and I never do that, but for Nash I did. Looking forward to a nice weekend, planning on taking Nash out in his wagon, I can't wait! And hopefully finally get all the toys organized and stuff back to normal at our house.
He has his 12 month check up on Monday, he is just over 20lbs and 30inches long, we are slowly getting him off the formula and to whole milk and he is ready for his big boy car seat, which I hope to buy here in the next couple weeks, he will be so excited to turn around and see what is going on for a change.
But he had to get 4 shots, poor guy, he handled it well though! He is such a big boy now. Getting better everyday at the walking, we just need to start being better about keeping his shoes on more often.
Aunt Jody got him some cool crocs that I think will work perfect right now.
Lunch break is over, back to work, busy, busy, busy!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
T minus 2 days until the big party
The big first birthday is upon us, only 2 more full days to get through until it's time. I have about 4 different lists of things I need to get, remember to bring, have my mom bring and pick up last minute going right now. I felt a little overwhelmed last night and little irritated, but I'm better today and sometimes just have to quit trying to make everything so perfect.
We should be getting some birthday packages soon from out of town family, so that is exciting.
I'm still debating on taking those packages to the party or letting Nash open them early :)
I think early is more fun and then I can video tape it for the people who sent it to him.
So fun!
I have a lot of family coming in to town the next 3 days, lots of things happening. And I think I have finally decided to just take Friday off, as much I really wanted to work a half day and get at least 4 good hours in, I don't think it's gonna happen, I still just have too much to do and it would be nice to have that time to get it done, plus Barb will be getting in Thursday and she is on a very short visit this time around, so I want to be able to hang with her as much as possible. So glad we get to go out to eat Friday night, some adult time, and really looking forward to the restaurant that we are going to as well, should be really good, some place new for a change.
Made a last minute hair appointment for today, I needed it bad, I always know it's time to get a cut when my hair just stops cooperating all together. Plus it has been a good 6 months or more since I got a cut, very much over due for it.
Election day was yesterday, and Prop 400 did not pass, which means a good number of Police and Firefighters will be getting laid off. The latest number that I heard was 130, but I never know what to believe is actually true, but Luke said lay offs wont happen until April, and then on the news this morning they said there would be more lay offs in June of 2011. Just not good news at all. Overall pretty sad :(
But other things are happening for us right now that could turn out to be really good for us.
Very excited about it and keeping my fingers crossed and thinking all good things, because I honestly just don't know how our life will be a year from now, which is a little crazy, but also very exciting!
Happy Birthday Nash, if I don't get a chance to get on here again before 11/7!
This year has just flown by, a year ago today, I was miserable and in a lot of pain and in and out of the hospital, but it of course was all worth it!
We should be getting some birthday packages soon from out of town family, so that is exciting.
I'm still debating on taking those packages to the party or letting Nash open them early :)
I think early is more fun and then I can video tape it for the people who sent it to him.
So fun!
I have a lot of family coming in to town the next 3 days, lots of things happening. And I think I have finally decided to just take Friday off, as much I really wanted to work a half day and get at least 4 good hours in, I don't think it's gonna happen, I still just have too much to do and it would be nice to have that time to get it done, plus Barb will be getting in Thursday and she is on a very short visit this time around, so I want to be able to hang with her as much as possible. So glad we get to go out to eat Friday night, some adult time, and really looking forward to the restaurant that we are going to as well, should be really good, some place new for a change.
Made a last minute hair appointment for today, I needed it bad, I always know it's time to get a cut when my hair just stops cooperating all together. Plus it has been a good 6 months or more since I got a cut, very much over due for it.
Election day was yesterday, and Prop 400 did not pass, which means a good number of Police and Firefighters will be getting laid off. The latest number that I heard was 130, but I never know what to believe is actually true, but Luke said lay offs wont happen until April, and then on the news this morning they said there would be more lay offs in June of 2011. Just not good news at all. Overall pretty sad :(
But other things are happening for us right now that could turn out to be really good for us.
Very excited about it and keeping my fingers crossed and thinking all good things, because I honestly just don't know how our life will be a year from now, which is a little crazy, but also very exciting!
Happy Birthday Nash, if I don't get a chance to get on here again before 11/7!
This year has just flown by, a year ago today, I was miserable and in a lot of pain and in and out of the hospital, but it of course was all worth it!
Monday, November 1, 2010
Trick or Treat
Yesterday was Halloween, no costumes or pumpkins for us this year, but we did have quite a few trick or treaters and they ate all our candy :(
Nash is now into trying to reach the front door door knob, he can almost reach it.
I got a crazy amount of cleaning done on Saturday. It's amazing how much more productive I can be when there is no dogs, no husband and no kid around. I actually enjoyed it.
Picked up a few more things for the birthday boy at Toys R Us, decided I would wait on the mini golf clubs and give those to him a Christmas.
Friday night Luke and I got to go see Hereafter, I liked it, but was not as impressed as I thought I was gonna be. Now I really want to go see Paranormal Activity 2.
As of right now the head count for the birthday party is 29, counting myself, Luke and Nash as well.
I ordered the cake last night, hopefully it is enough and they spell his name correctly, I was a little worried with the gal that was taking the order.
I'm still gonna have to make another big trip to the grocery store with Luke to pick up everything else, no clue when I will get that done, this week is looking to be a busy one, that's for sure!
I'm starting to think instead of taking a half day Friday I should just take the whole day off so I can get some stuff done in the morning and have Luke to help me and Neno ( Barb) can watch Nash.
Colts play tonight on Monday night football...and Aunt Debby gets in this evening.
Busy, busy, busy!
Nash is now into trying to reach the front door door knob, he can almost reach it.
I got a crazy amount of cleaning done on Saturday. It's amazing how much more productive I can be when there is no dogs, no husband and no kid around. I actually enjoyed it.
Picked up a few more things for the birthday boy at Toys R Us, decided I would wait on the mini golf clubs and give those to him a Christmas.
Friday night Luke and I got to go see Hereafter, I liked it, but was not as impressed as I thought I was gonna be. Now I really want to go see Paranormal Activity 2.
As of right now the head count for the birthday party is 29, counting myself, Luke and Nash as well.
I ordered the cake last night, hopefully it is enough and they spell his name correctly, I was a little worried with the gal that was taking the order.
I'm still gonna have to make another big trip to the grocery store with Luke to pick up everything else, no clue when I will get that done, this week is looking to be a busy one, that's for sure!
I'm starting to think instead of taking a half day Friday I should just take the whole day off so I can get some stuff done in the morning and have Luke to help me and Neno ( Barb) can watch Nash.
Colts play tonight on Monday night football...and Aunt Debby gets in this evening.
Busy, busy, busy!
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