Katie's Great Giveways

Today Kaite is giving away a Moby blanket!  I would love to win!  I love my Moby wrap!  I am sure I would love the blanket.  I swaddled my son all the time (probably longer then need be : ) .  It made sleep a constant, beautiful thing!  I am sure this blanket would be a great addition to my swaddle blanket collection for a possible baby #2!  Check it out maybe you might win it!

Top 2 favorite things about fall

Autumn is my favorite season.  I love the colors, the smells, the sights and so much more...

#1 Our yearly trip to the mountains to see the leaves change colors. It has become a tradition.  We rent a cabin and enjoy a weekend at a very sweet mountain town.

 #2 I love decorating the house.  I love putting pumpkins everywhere.  I love putting out new place mats.  I love having cute centerpieces.  I love hanging cute decorative leaves around the house.  I love putting out candles that make the house smell delicious.

  

Good-Bye Long Weekend-Hello Random Rambles

We had big plans for the weekend, shopping, football, baseball bike rides and walks but unfortunately on: 
Friday night our little monkey didn't sleep so soundly but handled it like a trooper.  Every time he stirred I just knew something was wrong.  I just waited to see if it was teething, a tummy bug or a cold.  Around 7:30 Saturday I walked into his room, he was smiling ear to ear happy like normal.  When I got closer I noticed one thing that wasn't normal, he had snot rolling out of his nose.  Poor guy!  Right then and there I knew our weekend plans would need to be modified.  We enjoyed some snuggle time, breakfast and a quick shower.  I needed to make a quick trip to Colorado and we decided to keep with the plan.  We were hoping to make it to the first football game of the season but with a sick boy we decided to cross that one off.

Sunday was a day at home, cuddling, napping and attempting to get food and liquids in the monkey.  He is so stuffed up it wasn't easy.  We did get out for some fresh air.

Today was another day at home resting.  It was windy and cold outside so we thought it best to stay cozy at home.  We had to cross the baseball game off the list.

Nathan has been sleeping through the night with an occasional wake up but puts himself back down within 5 minutes.  He really is a good sick baby.  It's just hard on my heart.  I hate sucking boogers.  He is so stuffy but he needs it, he hates it but he needs it.  He can't drink well because he is stuffy and it breaks my heart because you know he wants it.  He is a little more sensitive which is hard to handle at times.  The poor little guy handles it well but I could probably handle better at times.  It really takes a lot out of a parent when your child is sick.  I know I am complaining and I know I am lucky that it is a simple cold but sometimes I just need to get it all out. 

I know that I am truly blessed and I am thankful for my sweet little family.

Tomorrow is the monkeys 15 month doctors appointment.  I am very curious to know how much he weighs and how much he had grown. Exciting stuff!  I love watching him grow.  He amazes me each and everyday with how much he is growing and learning.  I am one lucky momma!

Fill in the Blank Friday

1.  If I didn't have to work anymore I would I am currently not working and getting to do what I want to do, stay home and raise my amazing little boy!  If my husband didn't have to work we would travel.

2.  My favorite thing about a vacation is exploring new places, seeing how other people live their lives, staying at fun hotels and getting to eat out!

3.  When packing for a trip I organize our suitcases, pack more things then we will ever use and I always like to pack my own pillow with my blanket.

4.  If I could go on a road trip with anyone (dead OR alive) I would choose  my friend Steph D.  we don't live that close to each other anymore so it would be great to spend more time with her.  We are such dorks together and I love that I am able to be myself with her.  I miss you Steph!

5.  My top 3 absolute travel essentials are medicine allergy, Tylenol, Ibuprofen and many other kinds of medicine, just in case.  I also need my blow dryer, hotel blow dryers take forever to blow dry my hair so I always bring my own.   

6.  Vacations are  are a must!

7.  On vacation you must always  enjoy room service, pick at least one souvenir. 

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What I'm Loving Wednesday

I'm loving....all the new scarfs I received for my birthday.

I'm loving...that today is Wednesday which means we have Journey Group with some incredible people.

I'm loving...Nathan's love of raspberries.  It's so cute.

I'm loving...how Nathan says thank you, again so cute.

I'm loving...that my house is clean.

 I'm loving...that I treated myself to an iced java chip granita for cleaning the house.

I'm loving...that in a few days we are off to the lake for another weekend of fun in the sun!

My birthday week finally

Wednesday:Nathan and I played, went grocery shopping and enjoyed our Journey Group at our home.

Thursday:  We had to make a trip to the Pediatric Urologist in Colorado.  It wasn't a fun appointment, we didn't get the news we were hoping for.  We tried to make the best of the trip and decided to go to The Melting Pot for dinner.  It was just what I needed.  Nathan was wonderful and we enjoyed a wonderful birthday dinner.  I also was able to shop at the Coach Outlet and Old Navy.  I love my new handbag, my new pair of jeans and my new cardigan.

 

Friday: I spent the day packing for a weekend of relaxation. When Brandon got off of work we headed to the lake for a weekend of fun!  

Saturday:  We spent the day playing in the sand!  Nathan loved it! We had a great time just basking in the sun and enjoying the peaceful breeze.

 

I also received my birthday present from my monkey.

My boys did good!

Electra-The Orbit

My 29th Birthday was filled with fun, love, JOY and sun!  I am so lucky to have a family that values me as a mom, wife, daughter and sister. I had a blessed week. 

Top Two Tuesday

Top Two Biggest Indulgences....

Pedicures!  I love pretty feet! i like to get pedicures monthly.  They just make me happy!  It is a time that I can have some time for me.  It is so nice to sit and be pampered while reading a magazine.

Shoes!  What girl doesn't love shoes!?  I am currently looking for new shoes for the fall.  I am not sure what I want, which makes it more difficult.  If I don't go shopping with an idea of what I want I end up loving everything. When I worked I loved fun shoes that gave me some height.  Now that I stay home with my son I am more willing to try on fun comfy shoes.  I'm really not that picky, I just love shoes!