I'd expect to see something like this in Utah. Justin and I were accused of stupid stuff that was totally inaccurate, judgmental, and discriminatory but within an organization, not a neighborhood. I can't imagine having to deal with this stuff on your own street.
Of course, I'm sure there's another side to this story, but when the press show up and you want people to maybe understand why you did it, don't run in your house and hide.
On a completely different note: I know I'm a little behind but I love Flight of the Conchords. Anyone else? Anyway, I found out the writers/directors of Napoleon Dynamite are about to release a new film called Gentlemen Broncos with Jermaine Clement that looks hilarious. Or maybe it's just me who thinks it looks funny. At least I think Jermaine looks funny. Ok, how about this instead? Hilarious, no? Yes!
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
One Giant Step in the Wrong Direction
My bed is in the living room. Our clothes are downstairs. The crib is still untouched, in pieces and in the living room. BUT! I managed to unpack the last office box. That room, is officially unpacked.
We're getting our hardwood floors refinished in our bedrooms (ours and baby's).
(BTW, can we say that Justin and I are 100% doing our part to spend money EVERYWHERE we can, including buying a house in a VERY unstable job market. And yet, we owed Minnesota taxes? How the? What the? Dumb Minnesota and your state taxes! Nevada isn't looking too bad right about now. Everybody, move to Nevada - NO STATE TAXES! And I know of some great houses for sale.)
Anyway, that's why I'm camping out in the living room. Scully doesn't care. As long as her bed is by ours, she can sleep anywhere. We knew this day would come - moving out of our bedroom, into the living room. It's just annoying. But, better do it now while the baby's room is empty with no more stinky carpet (seriously, it STUNK) and while I'm able to help move things, we're going for it.
(We could have moved into our spare room but it was downstairs, smelly (think, too many glade plug-ins courtesy of the previous owners leaving them everywhere) and I didn't want to move our bed that far. Plus, there's really nothing in the living room, it was easier.)
Justin suggested I start showing some before & after pictures of the projects we've done. Most have been started, only a few are finished. PLUS! There's random furniture everywhere, which is impressive because we don't HAVE any furniture. So until rooms are completely done, I'll hold off on the photos.
None of this helps because I want to "nest." That's such a silly, dumb, stereo-typical term. I think I'm going to call it "get my house in order before baby arrives." Much better. But for short, I'll call it "unpacking."
So, until further notice, no one is allowed to come over to my home. I'll most likely be in bed, in the living room, or possibly unpacking.
We're getting our hardwood floors refinished in our bedrooms (ours and baby's).
(BTW, can we say that Justin and I are 100% doing our part to spend money EVERYWHERE we can, including buying a house in a VERY unstable job market. And yet, we owed Minnesota taxes? How the? What the? Dumb Minnesota and your state taxes! Nevada isn't looking too bad right about now. Everybody, move to Nevada - NO STATE TAXES! And I know of some great houses for sale.)
Anyway, that's why I'm camping out in the living room. Scully doesn't care. As long as her bed is by ours, she can sleep anywhere. We knew this day would come - moving out of our bedroom, into the living room. It's just annoying. But, better do it now while the baby's room is empty with no more stinky carpet (seriously, it STUNK) and while I'm able to help move things, we're going for it.
(We could have moved into our spare room but it was downstairs, smelly (think, too many glade plug-ins courtesy of the previous owners leaving them everywhere) and I didn't want to move our bed that far. Plus, there's really nothing in the living room, it was easier.)
Justin suggested I start showing some before & after pictures of the projects we've done. Most have been started, only a few are finished. PLUS! There's random furniture everywhere, which is impressive because we don't HAVE any furniture. So until rooms are completely done, I'll hold off on the photos.
None of this helps because I want to "nest." That's such a silly, dumb, stereo-typical term. I think I'm going to call it "get my house in order before baby arrives." Much better. But for short, I'll call it "unpacking."
So, until further notice, no one is allowed to come over to my home. I'll most likely be in bed, in the living room, or possibly unpacking.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Practicing
Look at the CUTE sling Todd and his sister got me! I love it! And look at my cute substitute baby.
It's REALLY a bad angle of me and I'm not making excuses. Justin was sitting down, talking on the phone. I was laughing because Scully was trying to jump out. I thought she'd enjoy a little carry action from me. She's always wanting me to hold her. I guess not. I can only hope the baby doesn't try to jump out the first chance it gets.
I hate to mention it... but holy CHINS! And I DON'T hate to mention it... but holy boobage!
We spent last night at a baby consignment sale that happens twice a year. Last night (the first night) was for first-time mothers. Justin went along because, well, I kinda made him. But he seemed to have enjoyed himself picking out toys for his baby, and for him. Actually, I think most were for him since he found me in the clothes section exclaiming, "You've GOT to see this phone I found!"
"Ok"
Waddle, waddle, waddle over to the toy table where they had electronic games like guitar hero and phones? (kind of a weird thing to be selling at a baby/kid sale.) This phone apparently lights up. You know, for the kids. I told him to think about it for a while if he REALLY wanted one.
So while we stood in line for 1 1/2 hours to check out, he finally decided to get it. He also decided we need to come back after the baby is born because he wants to look for baby shoes. I guess it doesn't matter what we're having, Justin wants to buy shoes for this baby. NO.MATTER.WHAT! We scored a few newborn outfits, some maternity clothes and a few infant toys. And a phone.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Earth Day Deals
It's Earth Day kids! So I thought I'd provide you places to get freebies and cool projects to celebrate today.
Print up this coupon for a free reusable shopping tote AND get 15% off eligible store items AND 20% on all Walgreens brand items. It's today only!
Visit the Disney Store and bring in 3 bottles to recycle and they'll give you a free gift. Details here.
Justin wants to start an herb garden. He even has the kit but hasn't opened it yet. If you're ready to start and don't want to buy the kit, you can make your own herb garden by recycling tin cans. Cute project!
Want to try some 100% recycled Reynold's Wrap for free? Go here and print this mail-in-rebate for a free roll, while supplies last. Purchase must be made by May 4th and must be mailed in by May 30th. Who doesn't like a check in the mail?
You can recycle cereal boxes...or you can use them as magazine holders. I love it!
Print up this coupon for a free reusable shopping tote AND get 15% off eligible store items AND 20% on all Walgreens brand items. It's today only!
Visit the Disney Store and bring in 3 bottles to recycle and they'll give you a free gift. Details here.
Justin wants to start an herb garden. He even has the kit but hasn't opened it yet. If you're ready to start and don't want to buy the kit, you can make your own herb garden by recycling tin cans. Cute project!
Want to try some 100% recycled Reynold's Wrap for free? Go here and print this mail-in-rebate for a free roll, while supplies last. Purchase must be made by May 4th and must be mailed in by May 30th. Who doesn't like a check in the mail?
You can recycle cereal boxes...or you can use them as magazine holders. I love it!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Neti Pot
Continued from yesterday:
I was desperate to breathe. No matter how much nose-blowing I was doing, it wasn't solving the overall problem of allergies. So I hit up Walgreen's on the way home from work.
They had 3 different brands! I couldn't even find one pot at Target. The pots all looked the same so I grabbed the one that came with the little salt packets.
I told Justin I bought one and as grossed out as it sounded to him, he wanted to watch. But with working on organizing the office and him setting up his computer, he missed out. Darn.
It didn't say anything about not using it *while* congested because, oh boy, was I stuffed up. I thought, if it doesn't work today, I'll try it again tomorrow. So I shoved the Neti Pot
up my nose, tilted my head, opened my mouth and started to pour.
Hmmm, nothing came out the other side. I must have really been stuffed up. But where the heck did all that water go?
So before I thought I'd choke on salt water, I pulled the pot out and out came the water. I blew my nose like it said and surprisingly, it helped clear things out. So I tried it again on the same side. But I couldn't get the water to come out the other nostril. So I gave up. BUT! I could breathe so much better from that side.
I tried the other side and I got it to work. Water went into one nostril and out the other! Oh my garage! It was the wildest thing. Guess what? I could breathe! I demonstrated my breathing to Justin - impressed - and I slept most of the night without coughing fits and the inability to breathe, only waking up to rotate the belly.
I was going to do it this morning because I am a little stuffy (but not as I've been these last 2 weeks), but I ran out of time. So I'll be pouring water up my nose tonight. (Oh my Friday nights are EXCITING!)
Kids, the Neti Pot worked. Probably not as well had I not been completely stuffed up, but I'm pretty sure once I get everything flushed out (a few more days), that it'll be something I use on a semi-regular basis.
You can read more about it here and here.
I was desperate to breathe. No matter how much nose-blowing I was doing, it wasn't solving the overall problem of allergies. So I hit up Walgreen's on the way home from work.
They had 3 different brands! I couldn't even find one pot at Target. The pots all looked the same so I grabbed the one that came with the little salt packets.
I told Justin I bought one and as grossed out as it sounded to him, he wanted to watch. But with working on organizing the office and him setting up his computer, he missed out. Darn.
It didn't say anything about not using it *while* congested because, oh boy, was I stuffed up. I thought, if it doesn't work today, I'll try it again tomorrow. So I shoved the Neti Pot
up my nose, tilted my head, opened my mouth and started to pour. Hmmm, nothing came out the other side. I must have really been stuffed up. But where the heck did all that water go?
So before I thought I'd choke on salt water, I pulled the pot out and out came the water. I blew my nose like it said and surprisingly, it helped clear things out. So I tried it again on the same side. But I couldn't get the water to come out the other nostril. So I gave up. BUT! I could breathe so much better from that side.
I tried the other side and I got it to work. Water went into one nostril and out the other! Oh my garage! It was the wildest thing. Guess what? I could breathe! I demonstrated my breathing to Justin - impressed - and I slept most of the night without coughing fits and the inability to breathe, only waking up to rotate the belly.
I was going to do it this morning because I am a little stuffy (but not as I've been these last 2 weeks), but I ran out of time. So I'll be pouring water up my nose tonight. (Oh my Friday nights are EXCITING!)
Kids, the Neti Pot
worked. Probably not as well had I not been completely stuffed up, but I'm pretty sure once I get everything flushed out (a few more days), that it'll be something I use on a semi-regular basis. You can read more about it here and here.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Water Ballet
There's something about posting an ultrasound photo online that kinda freaks me out. Yes, the profile of the kid is cute but it's more of a "I don't really want you to see the inside of me" problem. Some things are too personal.
So, instead, you get my kid doing water ballet - or at least that's what it looks like. Or surfing on some big waves. Or just trying to find the best position before bed.
I held the camera pretty steady. This babe likes to move! Notice within the first 3 seconds the body part (arm? elbow? bum?) sweeps across. Yeah, it's weird to feel too.
It was a really active night. But we eventually went to sleep.
Oh, and Yea! for me for posting my first ever blogger video. Plenty of other times I tried but just couldn't wait long enough. Being pregnant has made me patient.
Answers to questions I get almost daily now:
1) Yes I'm feeling fine, you asked me yesterday. And the day before. And every freaking day before that so leave me alone already!
2) Still due in June.
3) It's the clothes that make me look bigger.
4) Yes, all chairs are uncomfortable.
5) Yes, I'm on my way to the bathroom. (Why would someone ask me that? But they do when they see me coming down the hall. That should be in the same category as 'no ultrasounds online,' it's personal.)
6) No, I can wait. I'm in no hurry to be done. I'm smart enough to know this is the easy part.
After finally getting over my stupid cold, I went and got hit by allergies. Yea! I'm desperate to breath, has anyone tried a neti pot? Oh boy, doesn't that look weird? But my boss swears by it - and apparently so does Dr. Oz.
So, instead, you get my kid doing water ballet - or at least that's what it looks like. Or surfing on some big waves. Or just trying to find the best position before bed.
I held the camera pretty steady. This babe likes to move! Notice within the first 3 seconds the body part (arm? elbow? bum?) sweeps across. Yeah, it's weird to feel too.
It was a really active night. But we eventually went to sleep.
Oh, and Yea! for me for posting my first ever blogger video. Plenty of other times I tried but just couldn't wait long enough. Being pregnant has made me patient.
Answers to questions I get almost daily now:
1) Yes I'm feeling fine, you asked me yesterday. And the day before. And every freaking day before that so leave me alone already!
2) Still due in June.
3) It's the clothes that make me look bigger.
4) Yes, all chairs are uncomfortable.
5) Yes, I'm on my way to the bathroom. (Why would someone ask me that? But they do when they see me coming down the hall. That should be in the same category as 'no ultrasounds online,' it's personal.)
6) No, I can wait. I'm in no hurry to be done. I'm smart enough to know this is the easy part.
After finally getting over my stupid cold, I went and got hit by allergies. Yea! I'm desperate to breath, has anyone tried a neti pot? Oh boy, doesn't that look weird? But my boss swears by it - and apparently so does Dr. Oz.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Let the Comments Begin
Wednesday, since it was so warm in the morning (only 35 degrees!) I went to work without a jacket. I had on a hoodie and that was just enough for me. I get hot easily now - something I NEVER thought would happen. As I got on the bus, the very friendly driver asked "I don't normally ask these questions, but are you pregnant?"
No. What would give you that impression? Was it the little waddle I did trying to chase you down? Or the white shirt I'm wearing that accentuates the belly to point where it's completely obvious? But I'm glad he asked instead of just assuming I'm fat.
I'm not fat!
So we started talking and he mentioned that another rider is pregnant too. So when she got on, he "hooked us up." That's what he called it. She's not as far along but had some questions. I was flattered, but since when did I become an expert? I guess anyone is happy to talk to someone who's already been through it (I know I asked my sister-in-law questions). Even though I disappointed her by saying, "I haven't had any morning sickness or any other issues."
Later, in the skyway, two dudes were walking in front of me. Really, they were just tooling around, generally being in my way. They moved to the side and happened to look back at me.
Guy 1: "Whoa, watch out!"
Me: "Um, thanks?"
Guy 2: "You look like you're about to pop!"
Me: "Nope, not yet."
Guy 2: "Soon I hope!"
Me: "Nope, got 2 months left."
My brother-in-law is an expert on when prego's are gonna pop. He's seen it 6 times. And he said I'm no where near popping. Obviously! I'm only 30 weeks! But I'm happy he basically said I wasn't as big as those tools made it sound like.
These dumb maternity shirts with their empire waste do nothing to flatter any part. At least that's what I think. Plus, the "empire" part makes me itch!
This is basically how I wake up. With my shirt over my belly. Yes, the ring is still in. The Doctor said I'd need to take it out soon*. But! My belly button hasn't even popped out yet, that's how deep it is. It's so obvious it's a ring under my shirt, people's eyes are attracted to it almost like it's a third nipple or something. And I know you just took a peak while talking to me so stop making it obvious that you looked!
I thought it'd pop out at 30 weeks, now I'm aiming for 35. Any takers on that?
Oh, Justin. Look at how cute you are with your little belly.
*I have a maternity ring - a flexible ring. I put it in a while back but it was too long and looked even sillier under shirts. I would NEVER get it re-pierced if it closed up but then, I don't want to be a 40 year old with one. So I assume at one point I should just let it close up. Oh, the life decisions to make.
No. What would give you that impression? Was it the little waddle I did trying to chase you down? Or the white shirt I'm wearing that accentuates the belly to point where it's completely obvious? But I'm glad he asked instead of just assuming I'm fat.
I'm not fat!
So we started talking and he mentioned that another rider is pregnant too. So when she got on, he "hooked us up." That's what he called it. She's not as far along but had some questions. I was flattered, but since when did I become an expert? I guess anyone is happy to talk to someone who's already been through it (I know I asked my sister-in-law questions). Even though I disappointed her by saying, "I haven't had any morning sickness or any other issues."
Later, in the skyway, two dudes were walking in front of me. Really, they were just tooling around, generally being in my way. They moved to the side and happened to look back at me.
Guy 1: "Whoa, watch out!"
Me: "Um, thanks?"
Guy 2: "You look like you're about to pop!"
Me: "Nope, not yet."
Guy 2: "Soon I hope!"
Me: "Nope, got 2 months left."
My brother-in-law is an expert on when prego's are gonna pop. He's seen it 6 times. And he said I'm no where near popping. Obviously! I'm only 30 weeks! But I'm happy he basically said I wasn't as big as those tools made it sound like.
These dumb maternity shirts with their empire waste do nothing to flatter any part. At least that's what I think. Plus, the "empire" part makes me itch!
This is basically how I wake up. With my shirt over my belly. Yes, the ring is still in. The Doctor said I'd need to take it out soon*. But! My belly button hasn't even popped out yet, that's how deep it is. It's so obvious it's a ring under my shirt, people's eyes are attracted to it almost like it's a third nipple or something. And I know you just took a peak while talking to me so stop making it obvious that you looked!
I thought it'd pop out at 30 weeks, now I'm aiming for 35. Any takers on that?
Oh, Justin. Look at how cute you are with your little belly.
*I have a maternity ring - a flexible ring. I put it in a while back but it was too long and looked even sillier under shirts. I would NEVER get it re-pierced if it closed up but then, I don't want to be a 40 year old with one. So I assume at one point I should just let it close up. Oh, the life decisions to make.
Monday, April 06, 2009
WGI Recap
- Driving to Dayton from Cincinnati during rush hour will take a long time.
- Crappy bleachers are not friendly to a pregnant belly or back. Especially if they rock when people go up and down the aisle.
- Nice, cushy seats ARE friendly to a pregnant belly and back. Thank you UD Arena.
- Some guards just shouldn't go. It's a waste of my time, the judges time, and everyone's time (and money).
- Civil rights shows are over done. Let's be creative people.
- Short sleeve weather!!!
- I watched more guard than I slept.
- Loud music and screaming fans tend to wake up a certain baby in the womb. Then the baby found vengeance by kicking the crap out of me. Thanks Amachi!
- I'm not FAT! You're FAT!
- It's always sad to see a great show not make it to finals.
- It's equally sad to see a crappy show make it to finals.
- If there was a scoop, I heard it.
- Santa Clara Vanguard=Awesome
- Performers just get more talented and awesome each season.
- Inspired to start teaching again. But then I come to my senses.
- Crappy bleachers are not friendly to a pregnant belly or back. Especially if they rock when people go up and down the aisle.
- Nice, cushy seats ARE friendly to a pregnant belly and back. Thank you UD Arena.
- Some guards just shouldn't go. It's a waste of my time, the judges time, and everyone's time (and money).
- Civil rights shows are over done. Let's be creative people.
- Short sleeve weather!!!
- I watched more guard than I slept.
- Loud music and screaming fans tend to wake up a certain baby in the womb. Then the baby found vengeance by kicking the crap out of me. Thanks Amachi!
- I'm not FAT! You're FAT!
- It's always sad to see a great show not make it to finals.
- It's equally sad to see a crappy show make it to finals.
- If there was a scoop, I heard it.
- Santa Clara Vanguard=Awesome
- Performers just get more talented and awesome each season.
- Inspired to start teaching again. But then I come to my senses.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Yoga
This time last year, I'd had enough with my job and found something I thought would be perfect for me. So I applied. And, guess what? I am perfect for this job. Still.
We just had a wellness course on yoga in the boardroom. My yoga instructor for WII fit says I've got great posture and balance. Even though I seem to be gaining weight, and they like people to lose weight. "What factors in your life could contribute to your weight gain?" Pregnancy wasn't an option.
So I asked the yoga instructor in the wellness course some questions that, really, my WII fit instructor can't answer.
It's nice to have a two-way conversation with someone sometimes.
We just had a wellness course on yoga in the boardroom. My yoga instructor for WII fit says I've got great posture and balance. Even though I seem to be gaining weight, and they like people to lose weight. "What factors in your life could contribute to your weight gain?" Pregnancy wasn't an option.
So I asked the yoga instructor in the wellness course some questions that, really, my WII fit instructor can't answer.
It's nice to have a two-way conversation with someone sometimes.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Insert Hacking Cough Here...and There
I cannot shake this cough. I was doing well. Made it through the winter months with not even a sniffle. Until Justin got it from hanging out with our nieces and nephews a few weeks back. Of course, once I thought he we done and I wasn't going to get sick, well, we know how that goes. So I went home from work yesterday after being here for 20 minutes. Dumb I know, but I had to get something done and I just don't trust anyone to do it yet.
The countdown is on to train people for my job. It's not a hard job (well some days are), you just need creativity and a desire to get things done. And lots of organizing. And the ability to watch really boring shows. (Thankfully, not all of them are, but try watching something right after eating lunch and let me know if you stay awake.)
The plan is to get as much done before I'm out. Once I'm back, I'll be ahead. And with the help from my two back-ups, things shouldn't slow down much.
Next week, I fly out to Dayton, Ohio. Talk about a hot vacation destination! Actually, I'm going to meet Tony for WGI. I haven't been in about 5 or 6 years and normally I see Tony a few times during the season. But since I've moved, I haven't seen him in probably a year. So, I'm really out of the loop. I haven't seen any shows or heard to expect anything awesome from...?
So, if you're in Dayton too, let me know and we can meet up! I'll be the pregnant chick sitting alone because Tony will be at judges training. But I'll have his empty seat available for a guest/friend or for my big purse I'm bringing to sneak in treats or anything else I'll need that they'll probably overcharge me for.
(My co-worker used the phrase "meta-bomb" in a meeting. I think we all had the same "WTH" expression after he said it. I just searched for a description and can't find anything on it. Does someone know what this fool meant? Did he get it confused with "google bomb?")
The countdown is on to train people for my job. It's not a hard job (well some days are), you just need creativity and a desire to get things done. And lots of organizing. And the ability to watch really boring shows. (Thankfully, not all of them are, but try watching something right after eating lunch and let me know if you stay awake.)
The plan is to get as much done before I'm out. Once I'm back, I'll be ahead. And with the help from my two back-ups, things shouldn't slow down much.
Next week, I fly out to Dayton, Ohio. Talk about a hot vacation destination! Actually, I'm going to meet Tony for WGI. I haven't been in about 5 or 6 years and normally I see Tony a few times during the season. But since I've moved, I haven't seen him in probably a year. So, I'm really out of the loop. I haven't seen any shows or heard to expect anything awesome from...?
So, if you're in Dayton too, let me know and we can meet up! I'll be the pregnant chick sitting alone because Tony will be at judges training. But I'll have his empty seat available for a guest/friend or for my big purse I'm bringing to sneak in treats or anything else I'll need that they'll probably overcharge me for.
(My co-worker used the phrase "meta-bomb" in a meeting. I think we all had the same "WTH" expression after he said it. I just searched for a description and can't find anything on it. Does someone know what this fool meant? Did he get it confused with "google bomb?")
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Oh Boy
We celebrated Justin's Birthday on Friday even though it was on Sunday. He's happy being 32. And he's happy with the new Guitar Hero game I got him. You know, the one with the cymbals on the drum set. Now he can be the drummer he's always wanted to be.
And I can be the knocked up wife back home while he's on tour. Good thing the tour is only in our living room.
Oh.this.crazy.house! Every little project we start on leaves us scratching our heads as to why it was done like that in the first place. All the outlets in the house are super old and dingy looking. So we're going room to room to replace them with nice white ones. We started in the kitchen. Apparently, a few of the outlets weren't even grounded! Oooookay.
We replaced the light bulb over the sink with the right size and just used the bulb in the main kitchen light (until we replace that whole unit). It's like a faint purple color! What the heck?! So we've got 2 white lights and this one tinted one. Who buys a purple tinted bulb for their kitchen?
Last night we installed a new disposal unit (the sink didn't have one at all and I think it's a must). But we needed to access the power source for the dishwasher which is behind the dishwasher. First off, the dishwasher sticks out from under the counter like 1/2 an inch. Weird. Justin unscrewed it, pulled it out and there was so much GARBAGE underneath it I just about died. And when I swept it, it was stuck to the floor. I was amazed. It was like their kids had swept and just brushed it under the dishwasher.
So I cleaned that up, got the disposal installed and plugged in, and the dishwasher pushed further under the counter. Now it looks like it belongs there.
We just laugh each time we find something that doesn't make sense or that wasn't done correctly. But we are getting things done in the house. Good thing too because I'm hitting the 3rd trimester soon (like, tomorrow. THAT soon). No, I'm not as big as people expect. No, I haven't gained the typical amount of weight all the books say I should (talk to me at 40 weeks). No, my Doctor isn't concerned about this at all because the baby is measuring fine.
3rd trimester people. This is like Senior year of High School or College. I've been told now is the time to have fun because apparently real life isn't fun for a while and neither is the newborn stage. Justin and I have been having fun for 8 years. I see people with kids having fun. So what's the point of comments like that?
So I'll just keep plugging along with my house to-do list which DOES include get the baby's room done - hopefully BEFORE the baby shows up. I just needed that disposal first. And those shiny new outlets. And the new kitchen faucet that we're installing tonight.
And I can be the knocked up wife back home while he's on tour. Good thing the tour is only in our living room.
Oh.this.crazy.house! Every little project we start on leaves us scratching our heads as to why it was done like that in the first place. All the outlets in the house are super old and dingy looking. So we're going room to room to replace them with nice white ones. We started in the kitchen. Apparently, a few of the outlets weren't even grounded! Oooookay.
We replaced the light bulb over the sink with the right size and just used the bulb in the main kitchen light (until we replace that whole unit). It's like a faint purple color! What the heck?! So we've got 2 white lights and this one tinted one. Who buys a purple tinted bulb for their kitchen?
Last night we installed a new disposal unit (the sink didn't have one at all and I think it's a must). But we needed to access the power source for the dishwasher which is behind the dishwasher. First off, the dishwasher sticks out from under the counter like 1/2 an inch. Weird. Justin unscrewed it, pulled it out and there was so much GARBAGE underneath it I just about died. And when I swept it, it was stuck to the floor. I was amazed. It was like their kids had swept and just brushed it under the dishwasher.
So I cleaned that up, got the disposal installed and plugged in, and the dishwasher pushed further under the counter. Now it looks like it belongs there.
We just laugh each time we find something that doesn't make sense or that wasn't done correctly. But we are getting things done in the house. Good thing too because I'm hitting the 3rd trimester soon (like, tomorrow. THAT soon). No, I'm not as big as people expect. No, I haven't gained the typical amount of weight all the books say I should (talk to me at 40 weeks). No, my Doctor isn't concerned about this at all because the baby is measuring fine.
3rd trimester people. This is like Senior year of High School or College. I've been told now is the time to have fun because apparently real life isn't fun for a while and neither is the newborn stage. Justin and I have been having fun for 8 years. I see people with kids having fun. So what's the point of comments like that?
So I'll just keep plugging along with my house to-do list which DOES include get the baby's room done - hopefully BEFORE the baby shows up. I just needed that disposal first. And those shiny new outlets. And the new kitchen faucet that we're installing tonight.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Just Add Peanut Butter
And she's busy for 10 minutes. Look at her go!
Apparently, "I'm no help". I got an email from someone who somehow got my email address (back from when I was a video editor). It was spam, either way, I replied with a "remove" request.
Then I found he was holding my address hostage until I told him what city I was from? Seriously? So I ignored it. Then today, I got another email stating: "Without your help, I had to search through 13 lists... but you have been
removed."
I don't care what you had to do. Just do a search on my email address from your 13 pages of addresses. Jeez old timer! It's not that hard. And while I do feel he got the last word in (which was probably not smart on his part since now I can tell people I know in the industry, "Hey, know this voice-over guy... he's a douche. Don't hire him.") I'm glad I made him all huffy-puffy having to search through 13 pages of email addresses to remove mine.
And speaking of my previous industry, a co-worker apparently couldn't remember that I was a video editor not too long ago (even after he's asked me what my background is) and insulted me when he said, "People like you and I have no idea what kind of tools they use here to get the shows to look as awesome as they do."
Um, actually, I'm pretty sure they use the same platform that I used but with super high end camera and audio equipment and plug-ins that can accomplish anything. But you're probably right, I wouldn't know anything about that.
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Proof of My Work
I don't know why, but it seems I'm pretty good at passing tests while pregnant. Baby should be happy that I passed the 1 hour glucose test (mmmm yummy orange soda without the soda part). But they determined my iron levels were a tad low. Justin's excited because they recommended MORE.RED.MEAT! Blah! I think two, maybe three times a week is enough but apparently it isn't enough for him.
It probably didn't help that I had a complete chocolate overload all weekend. I couldn't get enough. So I'm sorta off the chocolate craze and back on the fruit treat and orange sherbet craze. We'll see how long I can last.
Justin participated in a 24 hour website challenge over the weekend. His team won - congrats stinky nerds! So while he was helping a local non-profit build a new website for free (in 24 hours), baby and I did some much needed shopping. Then we finished painting the kitchen. And finished emptying out some boxes and cleaned up the living room to look like a living room, without furniture. Baby and I were busy! Scully kept busy by shredding every piece of kleenex she could find. Just like old times. We can tell she's much happier now. The evidence is all over the place...usually left by the garbage where she finds the kleenex. Little jerk.
Work is work. Just cranking out shows. Have I told you guys about the work I do? Maybe? No? Either way, the site is now live and you can go there! Woo-Hoo!
mnvideovault.org
Front page only has featured shows/segments. But you can browse or search. All those shows and descriptions and information relating to the show, that's me. I'm pretty important. Take a look. But FYI: This is only content relating to Minnesota, since we are the local Minnesota PBS station. So, no, you won't find national shows like Nova, Frontline, or American Experience.
But you might be surprised by what you do find. Want something funny? Check out "How to Talk Minnesotan" or "Only in Minnesota with Louie Anderson." Looking for old footage of Minneapolis? Check out "Down on Skid Row." Want to know how the Mayo Clinic got started in the middle of a corn field? Watch "Inside Mayo Clinic."
There are some great shows (trust me, I've had to watch all of them). Let me know what you think. Or you can comment on the website too. We can only make it better with feedback. Annnnnnnd..... I thank you.
It probably didn't help that I had a complete chocolate overload all weekend. I couldn't get enough. So I'm sorta off the chocolate craze and back on the fruit treat and orange sherbet craze. We'll see how long I can last.
Justin participated in a 24 hour website challenge over the weekend. His team won - congrats stinky nerds! So while he was helping a local non-profit build a new website for free (in 24 hours), baby and I did some much needed shopping. Then we finished painting the kitchen. And finished emptying out some boxes and cleaned up the living room to look like a living room, without furniture. Baby and I were busy! Scully kept busy by shredding every piece of kleenex she could find. Just like old times. We can tell she's much happier now. The evidence is all over the place...usually left by the garbage where she finds the kleenex. Little jerk.
Work is work. Just cranking out shows. Have I told you guys about the work I do? Maybe? No? Either way, the site is now live and you can go there! Woo-Hoo!
mnvideovault.org
Front page only has featured shows/segments. But you can browse or search. All those shows and descriptions and information relating to the show, that's me. I'm pretty important. Take a look. But FYI: This is only content relating to Minnesota, since we are the local Minnesota PBS station. So, no, you won't find national shows like Nova, Frontline, or American Experience.
But you might be surprised by what you do find. Want something funny? Check out "How to Talk Minnesotan" or "Only in Minnesota with Louie Anderson." Looking for old footage of Minneapolis? Check out "Down on Skid Row." Want to know how the Mayo Clinic got started in the middle of a corn field? Watch "Inside Mayo Clinic."
There are some great shows (trust me, I've had to watch all of them). Let me know what you think. Or you can comment on the website too. We can only make it better with feedback. Annnnnnnd..... I thank you.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
24 Weeks Baby!
I guess if I went into labor, the chances of survival are there. But let's hope I don't. That'd be bad.
Anyway, here's a 24 week photo of 1) some crazy, psycho eyes, 2) how big my belly gets after dinner and 3) located somewhere in the smaller part of the big belly is an actual baby.
So you might have noticed the wonderful light switch missing it's plate and the thermostat (that I've programmed) hanging on by a thread. We're still working on the house. It was a wreck. I can prove it.
Oh, boy. Looking from the kitchen into the living room. That's Joe, he's puttying. Everything.
What complimentary colors, don't you think? Especially with the stencils!
Justin's favorite place to paint. The 2 story entry way. It's now "ultra white" and staying that way. We've also replaced the chandelier - much more up to date.
Looking down the hall, into the bathroom (another work in progress).
Looking into the baby's room. No, that's not an indication of the sex of baby. I think they ran out of color choices and just picked "painter's tape" blue. Looks great with the green carpet, eh?
Everything is primed so no more blue walls. The kitchen and our bedroom are painted and done. Stay tuned for after pics. It might be a while.
Anyway, here's a 24 week photo of 1) some crazy, psycho eyes, 2) how big my belly gets after dinner and 3) located somewhere in the smaller part of the big belly is an actual baby.
So you might have noticed the wonderful light switch missing it's plate and the thermostat (that I've programmed) hanging on by a thread. We're still working on the house. It was a wreck. I can prove it.
Oh, boy. Looking from the kitchen into the living room. That's Joe, he's puttying. Everything.
What complimentary colors, don't you think? Especially with the stencils!
Justin's favorite place to paint. The 2 story entry way. It's now "ultra white" and staying that way. We've also replaced the chandelier - much more up to date.
Looking down the hall, into the bathroom (another work in progress).
Looking into the baby's room. No, that's not an indication of the sex of baby. I think they ran out of color choices and just picked "painter's tape" blue. Looks great with the green carpet, eh?
Everything is primed so no more blue walls. The kitchen and our bedroom are painted and done. Stay tuned for after pics. It might be a while.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Not That Any of This is New To Some of You
I don't have time for all the social networks out there. Actually, I have the time, but I just hate them. Plus, I can only really keep track of one place - this blog. It's the same for t.v. shows; I really only have space in my life for 2, maybe 3 shows. There are more important things for me to be doing than be tied down to the drama of a t.v. show.
Where did I go wrong? That seems weird?
Anyway, I've been reading this couple's meme on other peoples blogs and I thought "what an easy way to post!" since I've been slacking - and I'm sure everyone is sick of me talking about being pregnant.
What are your middle names?
No middle name for me. Rex for Justin - totally awesome I think.
How long have you been together?
About 9 years.
How long did you know each other before you started dating?
2 years? But I should really be counting in months because we met while Marching in Phantom Regiment, 3 months out of the year. Then we'd go home to our little lives and sorta talk to each other randomly. (More like, he'd email me when he was single...again.)
This reminds me: One time after we'd been home from tour for about 5 months, I decided to call him up and see how he was doing. I was on the phone with him for about 2 minutes before he said, "I don't mean to cut you short, but I just realized I leave for London in like 3 hours and I haven't even packed." The nice person I was, of course got off the phone with him but I thought, "What kind of guy doesn't know when he leaves for a trip like London?!?" What a dummy.
And that was the last time I spoke to him until the next summer. See, months, not years.
Who asked whom out?
Well, you don't really ask anyone out while on tour. You just hang out a lot. After tour, we were both going to the end of season banquet (months later), and since I was flying in and he was driving, I asked if he'd like to pick me up at the airport. So I guess, me?
How old are each of you?
Both 31, but not for long!
Whose siblings do you see the most?
At first, no ones. Now that we've moved to MN, his bro moved back too. So we see his brother.
Which situation is the hardest on you as a couple?
In my opinion, getting laid off. Not sure what he thinks is the hardest. But I'm sure it'll be parenting soon enough.
Did you go to the same school?
Nope.
Are you from the same hometown?
Nope. Me, Texas. Him, Minnesota
Who is smarter?
Some days I know it's him, but other days I know it's me. Depends on the topic.
Who is the most sensitive?
When it comes to animals, I'll cry and he knows it. I once was in a drive-thru line that took FOREVER. But while waiting, I could hear this yelping. Louder and louder. So I got out of the line and drove around until I could find it. In the back of a strip mall was a vets office and they had this caged area (for storage - NOT for dogs). There, caged was this little beagle dog, skinny (SUPER skinny) and howling. I was so upset by it, I drove around to the front of this vets office and barged in and said, "Do you know there's a sick dog in your storage area behind the office?!?!?!" The receptionist casually said, "Yes, we know. The dog has parvo and we have to quarantine it." Then the vet came into the lobby to let me know that was the only place for it or else it would have gotten every other animal sick.
Not satisfied by this answer, I left and drove back around and there was another couple out of their car, on the phone. I got out and spoke to them. They were calling the police (he was off duty). The couple called me later in the day to let me know the cops had the vet take the dog inside.
I was so upset by the way the dog looked and sounded, I went home crying like a baby. Justin had to calm me down.
Where do you eat out most as a couple?
No particular place but we do love Mexican food.
Where is the furthest you two have traveled together as a couple?
Around the world. Vegas to Thailand, Thailand to London, London to Vegas. The flight path over Iraq was interesting.
Who has the craziest exes?
Neither.
Who has the worst temper?
A temper to me means throwing stuff and abuse and we definitely don't have that going on. But we can get angry with each other.
Who does the cooking?
We share it for the most part. Unless he's found a recipe he wants to try.
Who is the neat-freak?
This is hard because we both have certain ways of doing things and keeping things in order. But as for a "neat-freak", I'd have to say neither.
Who is more stubborn?
We're both stubborn. Oh, let there be a little hope for our kid. Just a little. Please?
Who hogs the bed?
HIM
Who wakes up earlier?
Scully. Oh, Me.
Where was your first date?
I guess Rockford, Illinois (sexy, huh?). However, he did fly out to SLC for New Years Y2K. That was fun.
Who is more jealous?
Probably me, but as I get older, not so much anymore.
How long did it take to get serious?
After he decided that all the girls he dated after meeting me, weren't me, it didn't take long. But that took 2 years.
Who eats more?
I'm pregnant, so right now, me. But not by much.
Who does the laundry?
Me. But he's capable of doing it too. When I ask.
Who’s better with the computer?
Oh please.
Who drives when you are together?
We split this most of the time, especially if he knows where he's going. But if I do, then I'll drive.
Where did I go wrong? That seems weird?
Anyway, I've been reading this couple's meme on other peoples blogs and I thought "what an easy way to post!" since I've been slacking - and I'm sure everyone is sick of me talking about being pregnant.
What are your middle names?
No middle name for me. Rex for Justin - totally awesome I think.
How long have you been together?
About 9 years.
How long did you know each other before you started dating?
2 years? But I should really be counting in months because we met while Marching in Phantom Regiment, 3 months out of the year. Then we'd go home to our little lives and sorta talk to each other randomly. (More like, he'd email me when he was single...again.)
This reminds me: One time after we'd been home from tour for about 5 months, I decided to call him up and see how he was doing. I was on the phone with him for about 2 minutes before he said, "I don't mean to cut you short, but I just realized I leave for London in like 3 hours and I haven't even packed." The nice person I was, of course got off the phone with him but I thought, "What kind of guy doesn't know when he leaves for a trip like London?!?" What a dummy.
And that was the last time I spoke to him until the next summer. See, months, not years.
Who asked whom out?
Well, you don't really ask anyone out while on tour. You just hang out a lot. After tour, we were both going to the end of season banquet (months later), and since I was flying in and he was driving, I asked if he'd like to pick me up at the airport. So I guess, me?
How old are each of you?
Both 31, but not for long!
Whose siblings do you see the most?
At first, no ones. Now that we've moved to MN, his bro moved back too. So we see his brother.
Which situation is the hardest on you as a couple?
In my opinion, getting laid off. Not sure what he thinks is the hardest. But I'm sure it'll be parenting soon enough.
Did you go to the same school?
Nope.
Are you from the same hometown?
Nope. Me, Texas. Him, Minnesota
Who is smarter?
Some days I know it's him, but other days I know it's me. Depends on the topic.
Who is the most sensitive?
When it comes to animals, I'll cry and he knows it. I once was in a drive-thru line that took FOREVER. But while waiting, I could hear this yelping. Louder and louder. So I got out of the line and drove around until I could find it. In the back of a strip mall was a vets office and they had this caged area (for storage - NOT for dogs). There, caged was this little beagle dog, skinny (SUPER skinny) and howling. I was so upset by it, I drove around to the front of this vets office and barged in and said, "Do you know there's a sick dog in your storage area behind the office?!?!?!" The receptionist casually said, "Yes, we know. The dog has parvo and we have to quarantine it." Then the vet came into the lobby to let me know that was the only place for it or else it would have gotten every other animal sick.
Not satisfied by this answer, I left and drove back around and there was another couple out of their car, on the phone. I got out and spoke to them. They were calling the police (he was off duty). The couple called me later in the day to let me know the cops had the vet take the dog inside.
I was so upset by the way the dog looked and sounded, I went home crying like a baby. Justin had to calm me down.
Where do you eat out most as a couple?
No particular place but we do love Mexican food.
Where is the furthest you two have traveled together as a couple?
Around the world. Vegas to Thailand, Thailand to London, London to Vegas. The flight path over Iraq was interesting.
Who has the craziest exes?
Neither.
Who has the worst temper?
A temper to me means throwing stuff and abuse and we definitely don't have that going on. But we can get angry with each other.
Who does the cooking?
We share it for the most part. Unless he's found a recipe he wants to try.
Who is the neat-freak?
This is hard because we both have certain ways of doing things and keeping things in order. But as for a "neat-freak", I'd have to say neither.
Who is more stubborn?
We're both stubborn. Oh, let there be a little hope for our kid. Just a little. Please?
Who hogs the bed?
HIM
Who wakes up earlier?
Scully. Oh, Me.
Where was your first date?
I guess Rockford, Illinois (sexy, huh?). However, he did fly out to SLC for New Years Y2K. That was fun.
Who is more jealous?
Probably me, but as I get older, not so much anymore.
How long did it take to get serious?
After he decided that all the girls he dated after meeting me, weren't me, it didn't take long. But that took 2 years.
Who eats more?
I'm pregnant, so right now, me. But not by much.
Who does the laundry?
Me. But he's capable of doing it too. When I ask.
Who’s better with the computer?
Oh please.
Who drives when you are together?
We split this most of the time, especially if he knows where he's going. But if I do, then I'll drive.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Life in Bullet Points
- House is getting unpacked, slowly. We've had the kitchen done for a few days now and cooked our first dinner there last night. But for some reason, we've lost the can opener. No clue where it's at.
- Because we have no living room furniture, that room has been pretty easy to put away. We set up the projector last night to play WII (a birthday gift from Justin). And since the walls are freshly primed, we didn't bother with the screen. It's a fun, temporary solution until we get furniture. I won at bowling.
- Scully LOVES the new house. I think because it's a "skye free zone", Justin thinks she's bored and can't see the neighborhood (no windows are low enough for her). Either way, last night was the first time she's played with Cletis in a long time.
- Apparently, the word got out at work that I'm pregnant. Even though I announced it to my department the first of January.
- I'm loving coupons right now. And CVS. If you're interested in a few sites that I use to gather info on great deals, click here and here.
- The sun was shining early this morning and it looked awesome outside. Until I went out. Three degrees again. I knew this was a joke! Damn you Minnesota!
- My hair. It's long. BUT, it doesn't fall out anymore. I guess I can thank pregnancy for that.
- Does anyone have a steam mop like a shark? I swear the floors in the kitchen have NEVER been mopped and they are so dirty, nothing will clean them. I was thinking of getting one, any recommendations or advice?
- Because we have no living room furniture, that room has been pretty easy to put away. We set up the projector last night to play WII (a birthday gift from Justin). And since the walls are freshly primed, we didn't bother with the screen. It's a fun, temporary solution until we get furniture. I won at bowling.
- Scully LOVES the new house. I think because it's a "skye free zone", Justin thinks she's bored and can't see the neighborhood (no windows are low enough for her). Either way, last night was the first time she's played with Cletis in a long time.
- Apparently, the word got out at work that I'm pregnant. Even though I announced it to my department the first of January.
- I'm loving coupons right now. And CVS. If you're interested in a few sites that I use to gather info on great deals, click here and here.
- The sun was shining early this morning and it looked awesome outside. Until I went out. Three degrees again. I knew this was a joke! Damn you Minnesota!
- My hair. It's long. BUT, it doesn't fall out anymore. I guess I can thank pregnancy for that.
- Does anyone have a steam mop like a shark? I swear the floors in the kitchen have NEVER been mopped and they are so dirty, nothing will clean them. I was thinking of getting one, any recommendations or advice?
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Temporary Dumbness
Wow. I've been really dumb lately and I think yesterday's post reflects that. My writing sucked! I'm embarrassed. I'm sorry.
I blame it on everything that's going on. The move, appointments, broken cars, pregnancy, work, this thirst I can't quench. Needless to say, I'm dumb but I know it's only temporary.
Perhaps the only non-dumb thing I've done is fix our new/old dryer. The house came with all appliances and we were warned that the dryer "doesn't keep warm" - whatever that means. We found out after trying to dry a load of clothes. It not only "doesn't keep warm" but it doesn't have any heat! At all. How the heck did these people dry their clothes?
So I turned to the internet and did some research. I came up with 2 possibilities and after some poking around with my Father-in-law and Justin, we determined it was the fuse (a $12 part). Ha! And I was about to buy another dryer!
I'm wearing pre-pregnancy pants today. Luckily the sweater is long (gotta love maternity sweaters...and a bella band) because my zipper, it's down. All the way. Justin is amazed at how pants manage to stay up without the zipper. Hips, Justin. And I've got plenty to keep pants up. I guess this could be the one time I'm glad I've got them.
I blame it on everything that's going on. The move, appointments, broken cars, pregnancy, work, this thirst I can't quench. Needless to say, I'm dumb but I know it's only temporary.
Perhaps the only non-dumb thing I've done is fix our new/old dryer. The house came with all appliances and we were warned that the dryer "doesn't keep warm" - whatever that means. We found out after trying to dry a load of clothes. It not only "doesn't keep warm" but it doesn't have any heat! At all. How the heck did these people dry their clothes?
So I turned to the internet and did some research. I came up with 2 possibilities and after some poking around with my Father-in-law and Justin, we determined it was the fuse (a $12 part). Ha! And I was about to buy another dryer!
I'm wearing pre-pregnancy pants today. Luckily the sweater is long (gotta love maternity sweaters...and a bella band) because my zipper, it's down. All the way. Justin is amazed at how pants manage to stay up without the zipper. Hips, Justin. And I've got plenty to keep pants up. I guess this could be the one time I'm glad I've got them.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
The 30's
It's a warm front, everyone. Look out, here come the 30's. When we moved on Saturday (all of 3 hours), it was upper 30's. And Justin was sweating. I wasn't doing too bad considering I didn't lift anything heavy, but still. 50 trips up and down stairs can make you sweat. Everything is wet, however, because of all the melting snow.
So, to re-cap: It's in the 30's, 80% of the snow has melted, wearing scarf and gloves feel funny, Scully wants to be outside all the time, and I might bust out my fall jacket. But, I'm sure this is all a cruel joke.
The move went well. It's easy when everything you own is already packed up. But we're still living at the parents house until the internet is hooked up. Now that the carpets have been professionally cleaned and the walls painted, it doesn't smell like... Anyway, it smelled bad. And sometimes, I think, "Did they NEVER clean this kitchen or mop this floor?" Because it looks that way. Out of all the places we've rented or purchased, this is the worst when it comes to cleaning. But, it could have been worse. Much worse.
So there's still a lot of work to be done but good thing we sold/got rid of a bunch of stuff before we left Vegas. It looks like we have nothing now. And I like that. I imagine we'll purge again as we open boxes.
22 weeks and counting. Do the weeks seem to fly or what?
So, to re-cap: It's in the 30's, 80% of the snow has melted, wearing scarf and gloves feel funny, Scully wants to be outside all the time, and I might bust out my fall jacket. But, I'm sure this is all a cruel joke.
The move went well. It's easy when everything you own is already packed up. But we're still living at the parents house until the internet is hooked up. Now that the carpets have been professionally cleaned and the walls painted, it doesn't smell like... Anyway, it smelled bad. And sometimes, I think, "Did they NEVER clean this kitchen or mop this floor?" Because it looks that way. Out of all the places we've rented or purchased, this is the worst when it comes to cleaning. But, it could have been worse. Much worse.
So there's still a lot of work to be done but good thing we sold/got rid of a bunch of stuff before we left Vegas. It looks like we have nothing now. And I like that. I imagine we'll purge again as we open boxes.
22 weeks and counting. Do the weeks seem to fly or what?
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Baby news first: I had the "big" ultrasound Monday. I told her upfront we didn't want to know the sex. Even if she was in the area, we wouldn't know what to look for. These people are seriously trained to see things we'd just take for a big tumor - with hands.
Justin thinks it's a girl. I think it's a boy. We've got a 50/50 shot. I'm measuring 21 weeks (which is actually today), baby weighs 14 oz and all the parts were there and looked good. Weight gain is surprisingly good ("surprisingly" because I haven't gained much based on the lack of physical movement - and when I do walk I get winded easily. Maybe Wii Fit Yoga is helping?) and said the baby was chilling on the right side. Ah, yes, make sense since that's where I feel the most "discomfort" and movement. Oh labor will be fun!
House update: We've been painting like mad. Must.get.rid.of.blue! Primer, primer, primer! Actually, the one room they didn't paint blue (bedroom), we did. If you've ever been to our Vegas house, we painted our bedroom blue/gray. It's a very nice shade. Basically I'm trying to recreate it because it was so nice and calming and I loved our bedroom in Vegas.
Justin is still working in the foyer. It's 2 stories so it's taking him a long time. I finished our bedroom and kitchen last night. (Yes I painted, it's ok. It's latex paint - no harm to baby.)
Once we finish painting the vital rooms, carpets will be cleaned, house will be cleaned thoroughly and we move in Saturday. It'll be nice to have our own place again.
Bargain updates: We scored an old style push mower off craigslist for $30. We used to have one in SLC and Justin really liked it so I started looking for one again. Even though we won't get to use it for another 4 months, the blades were recently sharpened, so it was a great deal.
Over the course of two weeks, I've managed to get $67 worth of merchandise for $32 all from CVS (and it's stuff we use! That's like 1/2 off!). Justin was really impressed with my shopping skills. Not only do I have to anticipate for a new baby, but I have to anticipate not getting paid for part of my maternity leave. Saving now is the way to go.
So, there's a lot going on up here in the tundra. Don't forget us up here, cause it's still cold. COLD! Good thing the weather will be in the 30's this weekend for our move. Woo hoo! The 30's!
Justin thinks it's a girl. I think it's a boy. We've got a 50/50 shot. I'm measuring 21 weeks (which is actually today), baby weighs 14 oz and all the parts were there and looked good. Weight gain is surprisingly good ("surprisingly" because I haven't gained much based on the lack of physical movement - and when I do walk I get winded easily. Maybe Wii Fit Yoga is helping?) and said the baby was chilling on the right side. Ah, yes, make sense since that's where I feel the most "discomfort" and movement. Oh labor will be fun!
House update: We've been painting like mad. Must.get.rid.of.blue! Primer, primer, primer! Actually, the one room they didn't paint blue (bedroom), we did. If you've ever been to our Vegas house, we painted our bedroom blue/gray. It's a very nice shade. Basically I'm trying to recreate it because it was so nice and calming and I loved our bedroom in Vegas.
Justin is still working in the foyer. It's 2 stories so it's taking him a long time. I finished our bedroom and kitchen last night. (Yes I painted, it's ok. It's latex paint - no harm to baby.)
Once we finish painting the vital rooms, carpets will be cleaned, house will be cleaned thoroughly and we move in Saturday. It'll be nice to have our own place again.
Bargain updates: We scored an old style push mower off craigslist for $30. We used to have one in SLC and Justin really liked it so I started looking for one again. Even though we won't get to use it for another 4 months, the blades were recently sharpened, so it was a great deal.
Over the course of two weeks, I've managed to get $67 worth of merchandise for $32 all from CVS (and it's stuff we use! That's like 1/2 off!). Justin was really impressed with my shopping skills. Not only do I have to anticipate for a new baby, but I have to anticipate not getting paid for part of my maternity leave. Saving now is the way to go.
So, there's a lot going on up here in the tundra. Don't forget us up here, cause it's still cold. COLD! Good thing the weather will be in the 30's this weekend for our move. Woo hoo! The 30's!
Monday, February 02, 2009
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