August 21, 2006
Weekend Sum-up
I've been really tired. I have a teething baby on my hands and the second "monthly visitor" post pregnancy. I just couldn't seem to drag myself over to the computer to update my blog. Shame on me.
In an effort to save money, James and I have cut WAAAAAAY back on going out. We are, afterall, a one income family now. Not an easy thing, but oh so worth it. Anway, we grilled out on Friday, which has become something we look forward to. On Saturday, my mom took me and Olivia for tea at Rose Cottage. Olivia didn't fuss at all (which is rare lately-- poor baby), but she did decide to blow raspberries (which sounded just like loud, wet farts). I have to say, she enterained herself quite well, as well as, I suspect, many other people there. Everyone smiled at her and commented on how cute she was. I, of course, never EVER get tired of hearing that! We had a nice time-- one of the highlights being that I fit into a skirt that, just a mere 2 weeks ago, did not fit. Go me!
And because of this discovery, I decided I could afford to indulge in a sinfully good chocolate torte. Bad Hannah. *slaps hand*
Saturday night, we went to my parents' for filet mignon and to swim at their pool. Heavenly.
Sunday, we met the new minister at church, who before even greeting us, kissed my baby. I love this man. I really enjoyed the sermon and I think he's an excellent replacement for our old minister, whom I also liked. This one seems a little less stiff though and maybe, even slightly, evangelical. I like that. We have a somewhat stuffy chruch with white heads as far as the eye can see. With younger families joining every day, we need someone a little more modern I think.
Oh! Guess who is desperately trying to sit up? She gets about halfway (think very painful crunches) and holds her position there while she struggles to pull up just a bit more. If anything, she'll end up with some really tight abs. When I offer her my hand, she can pull herself completely up from a lying down position just by using it to pull herself. I don't pull her towards me at all!
I leave you with this funny picture. Only a teething baby could fall asleep like this! (in case it's hard to see, she's got James's finger in her mouth)
I would *love* to swim in a pool right now, so I'm envious! That chocolate cake looks INCREDIBLE ~ yum, good for you! :) Tea sounds great ... I've been enjoying some Stash vanilla chai spice decaf.
Posted by: Lisanne at August 21, 2006 02:29 PMHey she looks peaceful!
Glad you seem to be getting some relaxing time in! I have promised myself I will treat me to a pedicure and a manicure this week...I am thinking Wed after school. Any tanning bed suggestions?
Posted by: Rebecca at August 21, 2006 02:46 PMGreat update and Olivia is sooo cute - even if she wears you out! Maybe with some of those new young families joining the church, a play date can be started?!
Posted by: Jennie at August 21, 2006 06:29 PMShe's so cute, I can't believe she fell asleep like that :) I am pretty envious too about the whole pool, that'd be so great right now. You totally have me craving chocolate after seeing that delicious picture :)
Posted by: Emmakirsten at August 21, 2006 09:04 PM