tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2622552270027557742024-02-19T23:41:02.772-06:00coffee and stripeskatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-50196560368898633312013-03-29T09:29:00.001-05:002013-03-29T09:29:52.146-05:00Good Friday<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today we commemorate the death of Jesus Christ, who chose to die for our sins. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sunday, we will celebrate his resurrection. He came back to life, from the dead. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He did all this, for us, so that we may have eternal life- amazing, right?!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Remember to give thanks for the amazing God we serve. </span></div>
katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-23221970931358341182013-03-28T09:36:00.000-05:002013-03-28T09:43:54.334-05:00Ready For Spring And Carrot Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">So that's the second post this week with the word "cake" in the title. I clearly have a problem.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">But have I mentioned we're excited for Easter!?</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Oklahoma temps are finally warming back up and I hope they stick. You never know around here... </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">On Easter Sunday we have family coming over for a little dessert party. We're not doing the huge traditional Easter dinner on Sunday this year. But I have to say, I'm really excited for an easy, low key get together. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Everyone is bringing some kind of dessert and I've decided to make<a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/best-carrot-cake-10000000257583/"> this carrot cak</a>e recipe. I know carrot cake isn't for everyone, but I LOVE it! And this recipe seems pretty fail-proof!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So I decided to add a few touches of spring decor to freshen up our abode. Again, I just love spring colors and having fresh flowers around makes me a happy girl. I plan on adding some fresh tulips before the weekend.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Homemade banner I used for Henry's Easter pics, plastic Easter eggs, </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> and Forsythia from my mom's backyard</span>. <span style="font-size: large;">So easy!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> My diy chalkboard with my favorite Easter Bible verse, more eggs, and cute little chicks from the Target Dollar Spot.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I just used some cute ribbon and clipped <span style="font-size: large;">on the pic of</span> Henry's first visit with the Easter Bunn<span style="font-size: large;">y:)</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And I think I'll print off this adorable banner to hang by the dessert table. Love these colors! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just three more days!</span></div>
katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-3859656515653131242013-03-26T11:14:00.000-05:002013-03-26T11:19:40.938-05:00Henry's Easter Basket!<span style="font-size: large;">I have always LOVED Easter! A day to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus, first and <span style="font-size: large;">foremost</span>.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I can't wait to teach Henry what Easter really means!</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Easter also brings out all the fun spring colors and decorations, Easter outfits, and Easter basket goodies! I remember being little and waking up Easter morning to see what the Easter Bunny had left in our baskets. Silly, I know, but a fun tradition we plan to carry on with the little man:)</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Here's what the Easter Bunny is leaving Henry this year.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Easter-Bunny-Baby-Touch-Feel/dp/B004R96SKG/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1364310349&sr=8-10&keywords=easter+bunny+book">Easter Bunny Touch and Feel Book- </a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> Little Man is obsessed with books, this one is super cute.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">2. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Where-Babys-Easter-Lift---Flap/dp/1416949240/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1364310294&sr=8-1&keywords=where+are+babies+easter+eggs">Where Are Baby's Easter Eggs Book</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> Where is Baby's Belly Button is his favorite, so I'm sure he'll love this! </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">3. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-First-Shapes-Jumbo/dp/B000EK59H0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1364310405&sr=8-6&keywords=melissa+and+doug+big+knob+puzzle">My First Shapes Jumbo Puzzle</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> Love Melissa and Doug Toys. He has <span style="font-size: large;">another and </span>I can't believe how well he plays with it!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">4. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/First-Crayola-Character-Marker-Yellow/dp/B007PWK9DO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1364310447&sr=8-7&keywords=crayola+first+markers">My First Markers- </a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> I'm excited to hang up some of his artwork:)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">5. Bubble Wand, Squishy Baseball, Frog - All cute little things I picked up at Target.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">He's also obsessed with the plastic Easter eggs I've been letting him play with, so I plan to fill them with little "treats" on Easter Sunday- goldfish, cheerios, etc... He'll love it:)</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">I was so excited to pull out his Easter Basket from his closet a couple of weeks ago. It's from Pottery Barn last year and I still LOVE it. It's the large size so I plan to pick up a toddler version next year when he is able to walk around collecting eggs:)</span><br />
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Linking up with <a href="http://www.the-good-life-blog.com/2013/03/you-are-cordially-invitedto-easter.html">The Good Life's Easter Basket Blog Hop</a>!</div>
katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-40467104540745798362013-03-25T12:36:00.002-05:002013-03-25T12:36:21.140-05:00Weekend Fun and Cigarette Cake<span style="font-size: large;">Sorry for the gross title, let me explain...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hoped for a low key weekend and I got it! It was so great having Shawn home all day to help with the little monkey. He is becoming quite the toddler lately, and his little (or big, actually) personalit<span style="font-size: large;">y </span>cracks us up.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After some Mama only shopping time, I came home to my well slept baby. Good naps=Happy Henry:) We blew up the bounce house again and he went to town! He quickly decided the slide was calling his name and did this about ten times in a row:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We just chilled the rest of the day at home and had a yummy dinner and <span style="font-size: large;">w</span>atched Skyfall.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Good movie, but I'm sorry, Pierce will always be James Bond to me:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sunday morning we headed to the mall for Easter bunny pictures. Total Fail.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">We even tried for another round after we grabbed some food. He was not having it, He cried as soon as we sat him down. But I may try again next week. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Best Mom Ever!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The highlight of the weekend was this amazing cake.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">That's right- my main man has been smoke free for a whole year! This called for cake, obviously.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">We had some family over and celebrated Shawnie's HUGE accomplishment- we are so proud of him!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We finished off the weekend with some much needed Mexican food. Yes, we had cake and then ate Mexican food. Don't judge. It was my cheat day.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Henry loved it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hope your weekend was great, as well! Happy Monday!</span>katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-7274211688885978872013-03-22T17:21:00.000-05:002013-03-22T17:21:24.535-05:00Busy Bees<span style="font-size: large;">That's what we've been in the McCutchin household. And unfortunately, blogging took a backseat to the rest of life's happenings. When I would finally get some free time to blog, I'd feel like there was so much to document that I'd just get overwhelmed and say forget about it! </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Sorta like the massive amount of clean laundry that keeps growing instead of being put away. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I need a housekeeper!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">awesome print by my friend, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/127118352/a-little-bit-of-coffee-and-a-whole-lot?ref=pr_shop">Lesley</a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> So one thing at a time. Let's start with this week- Spring Break!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Things got pret-ty crazy around here, that's what spring break is all about right? For example, one night I stayed up until midnight watching three episodes of Parenthood, whaaat!? Crazy, I know.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Seriously though, probably my favorite show these days. I started by watching this past season as it aired, and now I'm going back and starting from the beginning. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Also this week, Henry and his best friend Griffin got their model on for some Easter pics. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Pure. Cuteness. I hope to post some next week:)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">We still need to hook up with the Easter Bunny for their annul photo sesh. Next week, hopefully!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Shawn and I filled out our NCAA brackets! My first time, can you believe it?! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Hubs is a huge sports fan and when something is constantly on TV it's hard to ignore it forever, so I must admit, basketball is pretty fun and easy to get into. And I'm <span style="font-size: large;">currently</span> doing better than Shawn, so that helps:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today started out with a play date with Henry's bestie and Cousin Noah. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So happy we bought a bounce house for Henry's party instead of renting one. The boys had a blast and good naps usually follow. I just move a couple of chairs around and it fits in the living room- perfect for this gross, cold weather we're having!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We also had to take my car in for some repairs, so that was fun!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, needless to say, I'm looking forward to a little down<span style="font-size: large;"> time</span>!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">And Sunday we<span style="font-size: large;">'re having a little celebration- so exc<span style="font-size: large;">it<span style="font-size: large;">ed for a piece of cake (I <span style="font-size: large;">recently </span>gave up flo<span style="font-size: large;">ur and sugar, so I'm ready for a little treat!)</span></span></span></span></span> </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Loving this cute quote I just found on Pinterest. I love anything Julia Child!</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br />Next week I promise some posts involving Henry's first birthday, his birthday photo session, Easter pics, Easter basket goodies, and who knows what else. Random is my middle name. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">It feels good to be back, friends. Thanks for sticking with me!</span>katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-16730629802347308422013-02-14T20:14:00.000-06:002013-02-14T20:14:13.565-06:00Happy Valentine's Day!<span style="font-size: large;">I know, I know..... I've been gone a bit too long around these parts. I'd love (and plan) to get caught up! So much has happened since my little break- Christmas, New Year's, I TURNED 30!!!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Geez</span>, life, slow down!!! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">February has me <span style="font-size: large;">buried</span> in party planning for Henry's 1st birthday party! I am having so much fun planning little man's big day, and possibly over-doing it so I don't have to face the reality that my baby will soon be one. "Buy more cupcake liners to hide the tears!", as they say. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Okay maybe I say that to myself as I spend countless hours on Etsy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Any who</span>, I will try to share a few party details. But today, I thought I'd get at least one of these <span style="font-size: large;">h</span>olidays documented.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Henry's <span style="font-size: x-large;">F</span>irst Valentine's Day!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I kept it low key, he got a new puppy lovey (stuffed animal) and a new book. He loved on them all day. He also got some new cars last night and hasn't put them down. I love that he's playing with them like a big boy, driving them all over the floor instead of the usual banging them on anything he can:) </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">He had a great day and got lots of extra hugs and kisses, as usual:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is my little cupid baby wishing you all a Happy Heart Day! I sent these beauties out to friends and family because I couldn't get my crap together for Christmas cards.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">They were a huge hit:) And Shawn just LOVES them- not. I barely got the okay to send them out. But we need these kind of pictures for blackmail someday, right;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hope your day was filled with lots of love!</span><br />
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katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-1058276740702173072012-12-12T08:00:00.000-06:002012-12-12T08:27:20.986-06:00Henry's Christmas Wish List<span style="font-size: large;">O<span style="font-size: large;">ur li<span style="font-size: large;">ttle family is so excited that Christmas is right around the corner!<span style="font-size: large;"> We pretty <span style="font-size: large;">much <span style="font-size: large;">finished shopping for Henry last weekend<span style="font-size: large;">.</span> He's at a <span style="font-size: large;">tricky age-<span style="font-size: large;"> nine</span> month<span style="font-size: large;"> old<span style="font-size: large;"> babies</span> are interested in <span style="font-size: large;">bigger toys b<span style="font-size: large;">ut may not be physically able to play with all of the<span style="font-size: large;">m<span style="font-size: large;">, but almo</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>st bored with their "baby" toys at the same time. So we <span style="font-size: large;">picked up a few things that will hopefully<span style="font-size: large;"> last him a while. I'm sure he'll love them, we didn't go crazy- he has gran<span style="font-size: large;">d</span>parents for that:)</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">As he get<span style="font-size: large;">s older and <span style="font-size: large;">begins to unde<span style="font-size: large;">rstand<span style="font-size: large;">, we will go the four<span style="font-size: large;"> gifts route: "Something you want, Something you need, Something to <span style="font-size: large;">wear, Something to Read"! I really think this will help to <span style="font-size: large;">keep the <span style="font-size: large;">stress and craziness t<span style="font-size: large;">hat <span style="font-size: large;">we can put on ourselves to a minimum.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a little help if you're shopping for a baby and need some ideas- We <span style="font-size: large;">bought a few of these and <span style="font-size: large;">know that a couple other<span style="font-size: large;">s will be coming:)</span></span></span></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Shape-Sorting-Cube/dp/B00005RF5G/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1355286067&sr=8-3&keywords=shape+sorter">Shape Sorting Cube </a><br />
A classic and great for developing those fine motor skills<br />
<a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/gray-canvas-stitch-anywhere-chair/?pkey=e|grey%2Banywhere%2Bchair|127|best|0|1|24||11&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">Anywhere Chair</a><br />
His own chair- I'm sure he'll be climbing all over this in no time! Love that the cover is removable. <br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Playskool-Poppin-Park-Elefun-Popper/dp/B004S6A1QK/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1355285350&sr=1-1&keywords=elephant+ball+popper">Elephant Popper</a><br />
Kids love this thing! <br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/B-Parum-Pum-Drum-Lime/dp/B003WE34HC/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1355285385&sr=1-1&keywords=b">Drum/Instrument Set</a><br />
We may have already opened this and let him play with it. He may love it. <a href="http://www.ryanandkari.com/">His cousins</a> may be getting the same set from Auntie Kate:)<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/VTech-80-135400-Alphabet-Activity-Cube/dp/B007XVYQBI/ref=sr_1_10?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1355285452&sr=1-10&keywords=vtech">Activity Cube</a><br />
His friend has this and he loved it- played with it for minutes upon minutes:)<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Storybook-Bible-Every-Whispers/dp/0310708257/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1355285489&sr=1-1&keywords=storybook+bible+for+children">Storybook Bible</a><br />
His first bible. Can't wait to snuggle up and read this together! I've skimmed through and it seems to be really well written. Awesome reviews. <br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Storybook-Bible-Every-Whispers/dp/0310708257/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1355285489&sr=1-1&keywords=storybook+bible+for+children">Jammies</a><br />
We open one present Christmas Eve- that present always turns out to be new jammies, weird!<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Radio-Flyer-Ultimate-Comfort-Wagon/dp/B008KUXKAE/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1355285598&sr=8-13&keywords=Wagon">Wagon</a><br />
Henry told PaPa he neeeeeded this! Mama can't wait!! Perfect for walks to the pool, park.... anywhere we want to walk:)<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Price-Laugh-Learn-Love-Puppy/dp/B000284ZNI/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1355285636&sr=1-4&keywords=puppy">Puppy</a> <br />
He's already played with this guy too, he makes the sweetest faces trying to figure out the new puppy. Precious. And the sounds aren't too annoying.katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-82647440248813677942012-12-11T09:25:00.001-06:002012-12-11T09:25:34.828-06:00Goodbye Dining Room, Hello Playroom<span style="font-size: large;">Last weekend Shawn and I were discussing where we would put all of Henry's new toys after Christmas time. Spoiled baby. My living room floor looks like a day care. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">He has a decent sized room with a huge closet but we don't seem to play in there as often as we do in o<span style="font-size: large;">ther areas of the house</span>. We have a cozy little house with plenty of room for us right now, but I'd kill for an extra playroom. We have an extra bedroom but I think it would be best to leave it as our office/guestroom for now so it's free for baby #2- hopefully it will be needed sooner than later;) So that leaves our formal dining room! We use it maybe 2x a year so why waste that glorious extra square footage!?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The room is right off the entry and has a large arched entry. I'd love to be able to put up some kind of door- to keep the kids (and noise) contained. A couple of doors on a barn door track may do the trick.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">It would have to be mounted on the inside of the room but I think it could totally work!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And here are some pretty pics of playroom inspiration I've found. I would like to keep it neutral - not too kiddy-light, bright, and relaxing! No primary colored walls or clowns:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">T<span style="font-size: large;">hen</span> of course we'll need some awesome storage, a chalkboard wall, and a tent or teepee with twinkle lights so we can all snuggle with some books and Jude Law, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Holiday/dp/B000T433CO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1355239330&sr=8-1&keywords=the+holiday">The Holiday </a>style<span style="font-size: large;">;) </span></span><br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-82751513583672368012012-12-10T10:08:00.000-06:002012-12-10T10:08:40.023-06:00Weekend HappeningsWe had a great weekend around these parts! <br />
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Friday night was a family burger date:) Our town just had a Mooyah open -We had been to one in Arkansas and liked it then, so we had to give ours a visit. Pretty tasty!<br />
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Saturday we just stayed home while Henry practiced his crawling! Yep, we finally have a crawler on our hands!!! It's barely a crawl and he still prefers to roll, but it's a start:) It's so precious, gosh I like that boy, have I mentioned that?<br />
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Saturday evening, after a few changes to our plans, we ended up going to look at lights. We went to Rhema, a local church with a massive light display. I hadn't been in a few years and was so impressed, they've added so much! Henry loved looking at all the lights and people. I was so mad at myself though- I brought my DSLR and forgot the stinkin' memory card. So all we have are cell phone pics- not ideal for night time christmas light photos. Oh well, just an excuse to go back!<br />
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On Sunday we headed to the mall to see Santa! Henry did okay and just stared at him. We didn't get any good shots of him looking at the camera so we bought the sweetest pic of Henry looking at Santa. Totally worth the $20 :)<br />
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We then headed for some Mexican food and Christmas present shopping. It felt a little wrong buying Henry's presents while he was in the cart... but we may as well take advantage while we can.<br />
And we may or may not have already opened one of his presents so he could play with it last night. You better belive I'll be wrapping it back up for Christmas morning:)<br />
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I hope you all had a great weekend. Happy Monday!katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-74437549273580439732012-12-07T10:50:00.000-06:002012-12-07T10:50:38.431-06:00Friday RandomsHappy Friday, party people! We're excited for another weekend!! <br />
I am loving our weekends a little extra these days because there are so many fun Christmas things to do right now! This Saturday Henry (and Shawn!) will be attending their first Christmas parade! I can't wait- I have been planning these fun Holiday activities since before Henry was even born:)<br />
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Oh Henry, my little chunkey monkey. He had his 9-month checkup on Tuesday. He's a healthy little thing:) 22.9lbs and 29 inches= 83rd and 75th percentiles!<br />
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This little peanut also finally figured out how to pull up in his crib. I'm loving the fact that he's not very mobile yet, so this makes me a little sad:( Time to lower the mattress!<br />
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We got our new advent calendar this week (just a few days late). It's huge! It's a little more kid-ish looking than I usually go for, but it's adorable. Next year, when Henry can understand a bit more, I'm going to fill each pocket with all kinds of treats and Christmas time to-do's : Look at lights, read<br />
Luke 2, watch a Christmas movie, etc... I love the idea of a bunch of fun family dates! My Friend Natasha has an awesome list of Advent activities <a href="http://perrymanfamily.blogspot.com/2012/11/advent-ideas.html">on her blog.</a><br />
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This is so stinkin' cute. Who doesn't love Jimmy Fallon and vintage Mariah Carey's music?<br />
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My tree is all decorated, I may do some kind of big bow as a topper because we don't have one, and I can't find any I like. Also, the stockings are up but I still need to decorate the mantle!<br />
I love Christmas decorating, but this is only our third Christmas in this house- I feel like we need some more decorations. I plan on stealing my childhood nativity scene from my mom's house this weekend:)<br />
*Stealing a nativity set sounds so wrong- I promise I have her permission:)<br />
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I took myself on a coffee date last night. Henry was fussy all day and Mama needed a break.<br />
Coffee, magazines and some baked goodness did the trick!<br />
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I'm embarrassed that I care so much, but I'm SO excited about a new royal baby! Kate Middleton is just so lovely and I can't wait to see her pregnant and hear the baby name!<br />
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I'm hoping we make it to see Santa this weekend- I can't wait for Henry's first picture with the big guy. I plan to frame them and put them out each Christmas.<br />
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Well that's all for now, it's been a pretty good week. Hoping for a great weekend. We're kicking it off with a family burger date tonight! <br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-17432555519414489722012-12-06T08:00:00.000-06:002012-12-06T08:00:08.962-06:00Christmas Card Time!<span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite things about the Holidays is checking the mail every day for Christmas cards!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I love getting new pictures of friends and family, <span style="font-size: large;">and hanging them around the house.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> I've <span style="font-size: large;">always had a thing for goo<span style="font-size: large;">d</span> stationary<span style="font-size: large;">. And let me tell you, there are some <span style="font-size: large;">awesome designers and fabulous cards out there! I seriously wish I could order five different sets.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">So here are some of my favorites if you're needing <span style="font-size: large;">a little</span> inspiration! </span>It's not too late to get yours ordered- I've finished ours, just need to get them printed:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So we built our home two and a half years ago and there are still blank walls in our humble abode. I'm just indecisive... and cheap! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well we recently had a family photo session by the lovely <a href="http://www.amandalassiterphotography.com/">Amanda Lassiter</a>, and I was dying to get my sweet little man's face up on the walls. Then I remembered pinning <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/212584044880545514/">this</a>, and decided why not!?</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">A huge print of my sweet family for super cheap??? Heck yes!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So while the sweet Hubs stayed with a napping Henry, I headed to staples. A nice older gentleman greeted me and I asked if they did Engineer Prints. His reply: "Let me guess, Pinterest?" I was cracking up:)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I asked for the biggest size, which was 3' x 4'. He said it would just take a sec, but I insiste<span style="font-size: large;">d he take his time so I could run <span style="font-size: large;">next door to S<span style="font-size: large;">tarbucks:) My print was ready and waiting when I got back,</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">and less than $8!!!</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Next I needed something to mount that sucker to. I love<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/212584044880946545/"> this idea</a>, but I don't own a jigsaw (Santa??). I decided to go the foam board route and headed to Lowes.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I easily found it near the insulation supplies. Be prepared, people. That thing is huge, ten feet maybe? And less than ten dollars, BTW!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">You should have seen me trying to get it in the back of my car. Some couple was watching me try to shove the board in my car for several minutes and offered to help. I must have looked like an idiot. Finally, I decided to bend it in half- yes, I'm clearly a genius. Just bend it gently and it turns out totally fine. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">So I got the board home and carefully laid out the print- it's basically a piece of paper so be <span style="font-size: large;">gentle<span style="font-size: large;">!</span></span> Using random books that were within reach, I lined the print up on the board and marked it so I could cut off the excess board. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Then I used a fine grit sandpaper to smooth out the rough edges. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Do this outside, not in your living room like I did- It's a mess.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I knew I wanted the edges painted because they'll be easily seen where I planned on hanging, so I grabbed some pretty gold paint. No specific reason, I just like gold:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A<span style="font-size: large;">fter a few coast an<span style="font-size: large;">d w</span></span>hen the edges were dry, Shawn and I positioned the print where we wanted it on the board. We held it in place in the middle and flipped over a half at a time. Just spray some adhesive all over the board and smooth down the print. Flip over the other side and repeat. Easy peasy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We used command strips to hang it and they worked out great! The print looks so so good. It's HUGE and I love it:) </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm also totally impressed with the quality. There are some random faint lines and some extra shadows but I think it looks awesome.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Here's a closeup of the quality. Not bad, right?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And if I find a new picture I like in six months, I won't feel bad about switching things up because it's so inexpensive.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b>katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-73438205483738077462012-12-04T08:37:00.001-06:002012-12-04T08:37:50.715-06:00Christmas Tree Farm<span style="font-size: large;">On Saturday we decided to take a trip to a <a href="http://www.owassotreefarm.com/">nearby tree farm</a>! It was the first time for all of us and this Mama couldn't wait to get some pictures:)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">The weather was beautiful, the place smelled like Heaven, and Henry got to go on his first hay ride out to the fields! Plus he was able <span style="font-size: large;">to chew on some random sticks when <span style="font-size: large;">we sat him on the ground- he's such a boy...</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Unfortunately, we didn't realize it was best to come out a month before and tag your tree- so all the good trees were gone. But that didn't stop us from taking a million pictures, Shawn loved it;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We stopped by Lowes on our way home and left with a huge, beautiful tree. She's almost finished being decorated- I can't wait to post some pics!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Can you tell I'm just a <i>little</i> excited for Henry's first Christmas??!!</span><br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-13116882865463024142012-12-02T22:09:00.000-06:002012-12-04T08:38:07.843-06:00Nine Months Old! I don't really do the monthly letters thing (but you better believe there will be a huge banner of monthly photos at Henry's first birthday party!)<br />
But nine months feels like a pretty big deal so I thought I'd write my little man a love note:)<br />
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Sweet Baby Boy,<br />
I can't believe nine whole months have passed. Nine months in, nine months out. Just crazy.<br />
I told you today I wish sometimes I could put you back in my belly and keep you all safe and warm. You just stared at me with that serious face of yours.<br />
I guess those extra rolls keep you warm enough now:)<br />
You are the most amazing little man. What did Daddy and I do before we met you? You still aren't crawling but you keep us on our toes for sure! Rolling is your preferred method of traveling. You get in a crawling position, rock a little bit, but fall to the side and decide rolling is the way to go.<br />
It's the cutest. Thing. Ever.<br />
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You are still nursing 4-5 times per day. We both still love it:) <br />
You eat any food we put in front of you. And LOVE a sippy cup.<br />
You have four top teeth, two bottom.<br />
You LOVE music and try to dance when you hear it.<br />
You give Daddy your biggest smiles.<br />
You sleep around 12 hours at night and take two naps during the day.<br />
You get so excited when you see other children.<br />
You love when we wake up Daddy in the mornings and climb on his face.<br />
You love bath time. And don't love having your hair washed.<br />
You do not care for getting dressed. With a passion.<br />
You give mommy kisses, when I'm lucky. And I get snuggles when you're sleepy.<br />
You love animals.<br />
You love Mama and Daddy<br />
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You are our world.<br />
We love you, so so much.:) <br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-75869173003195007142012-11-30T09:56:00.000-06:002012-11-30T09:56:17.115-06:00Friday Randoms<span style="font-size: large;">Thank goodness Friday is finally here! Having a long Thanksgiving break made this week seem like it was twice as long. I'm ready for a couple of days of relaxing with Henry and Husband.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Thank you, Husband, for hanging lights on the house- they make me happy:)</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Tomorrow we plan to get our Christmas Tree!!! I can not wait. We are real tree people. Well actually we are considering becoming artificial tree people- I would love to put the tree up right after Thanksgiving and have it last. But all the fake trees that I like, and are tall enough, are so expensive! So we're going to remain real tree people until we find a good deal:)</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">It will be my first time going to a local Christmas tree farm to chop down a tree-a new family tradition?</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">We'll see how it goes... But I'm sure we won't be able to get that tree home fast enough so we can start decorating! We'll make some hot chocolate, turn up the Christmas music, and knock it out. Then finish out the night with one of our favorite Christmas movies-</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Love Actually! I could watch that movie over and over<span style="font-size: large;"> again :)</span></span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">I also want to start doing an Advent Calendar! I hope to find one this weekend<span style="font-size: large;"> or make one? W</span>e may have to skip a few days:)<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And I need to make this Christmas tree skirt. Seems simple enough!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'll leave you with a video of my proudest parenting accomplishment so far.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I taught Henry to start "dancing" when you say "dance party"!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">It's so funny, he bobs his little body around and just feels the music:) I'm so proud to be passing on my sweet dance moves. This boy loves music- I love it!</span><br />
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(please ignore the annoying mom voice)<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Happy Friday, everyone. Have a great weekend! </span><br />
<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-55141255083147940862012-11-29T08:16:00.000-06:002012-11-29T13:20:08.462-06:00 A Walk in the Park<span style="font-size: large;">We recently stopped by our favorite park for a little stroll. Now this park it beautiful- full of old trees, rose gardens, tulips and azaleas in the spring, etc.... but it's also one of <i>the</i> picture spots in town. The beautiful fall weather meant tons of famil<span style="font-size: large;">ie</span>s in matching white shirts and jeans waiting for their spot on the bridge. Gross.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">But Henry was so stinkin' cute in his owl hat that I couldn't just leave my camera in the car! So we found a few empty spots and sneaked away for some pictures<span style="font-size: large;">.<span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span>I apologize for the picture overload<span style="font-size: large;">, but I <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">couldn't</span> resist- I </span></span>just LOVE these</span>!!!<br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-7522767160486106242012-11-28T22:58:00.000-06:002012-11-28T22:58:00.625-06:00She's Back!<span style="font-size: large;">So I took a little blogging break.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">It was not my intention.... a few weeks ago I was playing around with some buttons (I am the person that will push a button just because it's there, without considering the consequences. My husband, computer guy by trade, is not a fan on this character <strike>flaw</strike> trait).</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Any<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>who</span>, I lost my whole blog layout. So then I whipped up a little something and couldn't get the contact buttons linked up correctly. I think a few are still messed up. So I was discouraged and tired from another month-long-Henry-teething-party... so there's my excuse.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">But as the title says- I'm back!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So I wanted to post about Henry's first Thanksgiving before all the Christmas craziness takes over!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I was a bad photographer and hardly took any pics. Oh well, I'm sure I'll make up for it at Christmas x1,000!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We headed for PaPa's house Thanksgiving morning. Henry did really well on the four hour ride. We spent about an hour making stops but those were mostly my fault. I spilled a huge drink all over the car and over fed Henry till he puked. Poor baby. (But in my defense, he's like a gold fish- he won't stop till the food is gone). Sometimes he's hard to read:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The table was gorgeous and the food was so good. And there was soooo much of it. My <span style="font-size: large;">d</span>ad outdid himself!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I made a pecan pie, which was delicious- minus the crust. I may or may not have made a homemade crust that wasn't working and angrily threw it in the trash and begged Shawn to make a Walmart run at midnight;)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I also made <a href="http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/recipe/emerils-sweet-potato-marshmallow-casserole-7290835">this</a> sweet potato casserole.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">What? You don't artfully place your dishes by multiple heads of cauliflower for your shots? Lame.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">But <span style="font-size: large;">f</span>olks, no joke, it was amazing. Do yourselves a favor and make it for Christmas!</span><br />
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Henry hanging out with Walter<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We spent the following days relaxing and shopping.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanksgiving is one of my favorites.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I am so thankful for my two favorite guys. Henry had a great first Thanksgiving!</span><br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-10789475154842176762012-11-02T10:09:00.002-05:002013-08-11T12:37:52.338-05:00Friday Randoms<span style="font-size: large;">It's Friday, November 2nd, which means I have an EIGHT month old baby boy!!! It can't be true. I'm going to go ahead and stop the clock right now. No more of this growing business.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We love you, sweet boy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">November also means it's red cup time at Starbucks. Move over pumpkin, you're old news. Time for gingerbread and eggnog! I had my first gingerbread latte of the season last night and it was just as I remembered, so worth the wait:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I enjoyed said latte while browsing Target last night. I didn't have a lot of extra time but I remembered to check out the Halloween sale. <span style="font-size: large;">You need to</span> get your pretty little selves to Target ASAP! Every year, all the Halloween goodies go 50% off the day after. I scored some great pre-lit jack-o-lanterns for $3/piece!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">You better believe I'll be going back this weekend to look through the costumes, which should be 70% off by then:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was SO excited to see all the Christmas goodies that Target was setting out. It's officially Holiday season! Christmas is my absolute favorite time of year. I'm one of those weird people that could listen to Christmas music year round. I may know every word to every carol:)<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>I CAN<span style="font-size: large;">'</span>T WAIT for Henry to experience his first Christmas!!!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Wrapp<span style="font-size: large;">ing your bab<span style="font-size: large;">y's first Christmas presents!? Does it g<span style="font-size: large;">et any better??!!</span></span></span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's more<span style="font-size: large;"> proof that<span style="font-size: large;"> I'm <span style="font-size: large;">Christmas season obsessed:</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">A<span style="font-size: large;">BC Family announced their <span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="http://abcfamily.go.com/site/news-details/countdown-25-days-christmas-schedule-announced/1031392"><span style="font-size: large;"></span>Countdown to</a></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="http://abcfamily.go.com/site/news-details/countdown-25-days-christmas-schedule-announced/1031392"> the 25 Days of Christmas Movie Schedule</a></span>, a<span style="font-size: large;">nd the actual </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="http://abcfamily.go.com/site/news-details/25-days-christmas-schedule-here/1031394">25 Days of Christmas Schedule</a></span></span></span><span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="http://./">.</a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">I see lots of<span style="font-size: large;"> movie watching in front of the fire<span style="font-size: large;">place in my future!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span> </span></span></span></span></span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">W<span style="font-size: large;">e just had our <span style="font-size: large;">family pictures taken by my sweet neighbor, the awesome <a href="http://www.amandalassiterphotography.com/">Amanda Las</a><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.amandalassiterphotography.com/">siter!</a> I can't wait to see the pics and get Christmas cards made!</span></span></span></span><br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Spaghetti Squash <span style="font-size: large;">Parmesan</span></span></span></span></span></i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">I made this the other night and it was sooo good. I really<span style="font-size: small;"> </span>love scraping all the squash out with a fork. I'm such a dork. Make sure your squash is big enough- I think mine was on the small side so my dish<span style="font-size: small;"> </span>turned out a bit runny. But Still delish!</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<b><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients"></span><i><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">You'll need:</span></i></b><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 to 1 1/2lb spaghetti squash</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">4tbs butter</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">6 tbs. all-purpose flour </span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 chicken bouillon cubes</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2c hot water</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 1/2 c milk</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2c plus 2tbs shredded Parmesan cheese</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2tsp salt</span><br />
<span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/4tsp pepper </span><br />
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the squash in half and remove seeds. Place squash
on a baking sheet. Bake until tender, about 1 hour. Separate the
strands of squash with a fork and place in a medium bowl; Keep oven on.<br />
2.Melt
butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour. Reduce heat
to low. Cook mixture, stirring continually, for 5 minutes.<br />
3.Dissolve bouillon cubes in hot water. Stir into flour mixture. Add milk gradually, whisking continually.<br />
4.Cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan, salt and black pepper.<br />
5.Add
squash to the sauce and mix well. Spoon into a 3-quart baking dish.
Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan. Bake until bubbly and golden,
about 30 minutes.<br />
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katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-91024712568831023332012-11-01T08:00:00.000-05:002012-11-01T08:03:15.186-05:00Embrace the Camera 11.1.2012<span style="font-size: large;">How on Earth is it already November!?! </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">But I'll take a Thursday- one day closer to a weekend with no set plans? </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Yes, please!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>Thursday means it's <a href="http://andersonfamilycrew.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_8779.html">Embrace the Camera Day</a>!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I apologize in advance, but I'm going to be the annoying blogger who posts the same pictures all over the internet. I put most of these on Facebook last night, and of course I did a post on Henry's costume yesterday. Then there's Instagram..<span style="font-size: large;">. Anyway, t</span>his will be the last of the Halloween posts,<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>I<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>swear:) </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I just love any holiday, especially when it's your child's 1st and it involves costumes! I<span style="font-size: large;"> have <span style="font-size: large;">LOVED seeing all my friend<span style="font-size: large;">s' pictures of their little ones all dressed up these past couple of days. </span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">So much fun!</span></span></span></span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Like I mentioned <a href="http://www.ohwhatadayblog.com/2012/10/happy-halloween.html">yesterday</a>, we stayed home and got to visit with lots of family and pass out candy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Noah, the little monkey, came to snuggle with Henry and they were soooo cute together.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My sister, Aunt Jen Jen, came too and stayed for pizza and some Hocus Pocus.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Gigi stopped by as well:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And Grandma<span style="font-size: large;"> an<span style="font-size: large;">d Grandpa<span style="font-size: large;">!</span></span></span></span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Henry was exhausted and <i>so</i> over the costume. We were on a blanket in the front yard and just stripped him down. He loved it!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">He finally got to bed around 7:20 which is way late for a baby who falls asleep by 6:30 every night. Poor guy!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">But I'd say his first Halloween was a success! I can't believe next year we'll have a little walker on our hands. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Let the costume planning begin!</span><br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-51908383611340990262012-10-31T08:21:00.000-05:002012-10-31T10:03:02.900-05:00Happy Halloween!<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">(Sorry I took a few days off, little blog. Mama needed a break!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So today we get to celebrate Henry's first Halloween!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just look at my little lion:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Seriously, have you ever seen anything cuter!? </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Because no mom ever says that;)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He will dress up again tonight- we plan on staying home and handing out candy to the hundreds of kids that come through our neighborhood. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The grandmas and some other family are stopping by. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And I really need to watch Hocus Pocus one more time this year. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I can't wait until Henry is old enough for Trick-or-Treating!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yesterday he went<span style="color: #e06666;"> <a href="http://www.ohwhatadayblog.com/2012/10/henry-goes-to-pumpkin-patch.html">back to the pumpkin patch</a></span> with his best friend.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He LOVED it!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So maybe love isn't the right word...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Basically he acted like it was the most awful thing he's ever had to do </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">in his (almost) eight months of life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We managed a few smiles but basically every photo looks like this</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Have you ever tried to put clothes on a small dog and they just lie there, completely frozen?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">That was Henry yesterday. And Cassie and I could not stop laughing. It was so sad and funny:) </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My poor baby! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now here are several more pictures for your viewing pleasure!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Another tooth, another milestone closer to going away to college then getting married then leaving me forever... </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Okay, maybe a bit dramatic, but little man has a top tooth poking through. And all these new little developments are so bittersweet to me. I am so in love with the fun little boy he's becoming,</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">but sometimes a mom just wants to freeze time and bottle up all that sweet baby-ness. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I decided to grab my camera so we could remember his top toothless gums forever. His bottom two came in right when he turned five months and I was hoping those would be the only ones for a while. I guess Henry thinks he has some growing up to do. Let's slow it down, little man!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thankfully, he's still sleeping 12 hours at night but naps are all over the place. He's definitely been a bit more opinionated lately, </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">and a little cranky. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Like sometimes he yells at me.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Not very polite, son. (We're working on our manners)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Things that help with teething around these parts:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">-Cold, damp washcloths. But just put them in the fridge- Henry agrees that the freezer is too harsh for those sensitive little gums.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">-Hyland's Teething Tablets</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">-Tylenol at Night</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">-Chewing on Puffs to distract the little guy</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">-Cold fruit in the mesh feeders </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I pray the other top tooth comes in ASAP so baby boy can get a break from the pain. It breaks my heart:(</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Then no more teeth, mister. You hear me?</span><br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-42176446589069030882012-10-22T10:30:00.000-05:002012-10-22T10:30:30.752-05:00Weekend Happenings<span style="font-size: large;">Well this Monday marks the end of my week off. Lame. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">But it was so nice to just hang out and give Henry lots of undivided attention.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Friday we packed up and headed to my dad's house for the weekend! Henry decided it was about time for a top tooth to pop out so we were really looking forward to a four hour car ride with a teething baby! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">He did much better than expected, I'm positive <span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="http://www.ohwhatadayblog.com/2012/10/switching-to-convertible-car-seat.html">the new car seat</a></span> helped! <span style="font-size: large;"></span>(Also helpful were the banana puffs, teething tablets, 10 books, and 37 toys I packed!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We didn't do much besides hang out. And eat. It was wonderful!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Henry just loves his PaPa and Mimi. He's such a ham and loves to be the center of attention:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wish I had taken more pictures, but it was just really nice to just sit around and not stress about anything!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After a huge breakfast Sunday morning, we loaded up the car and got on the road for home.<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>As anyone with kids knows, several extra stops are now necessary on any road trip. We were lucky to find a great little nature trail with a beautiful creek and old bridge to check out for a while!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> All the trees are starting to change in Arkansas- if only we were there a couple of weeks later! Shawn and I decided we have to head somewhere in the next few weeks to hike around and have a picnic! </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I'm dominating my<a href="http://www.ohwhatadayblog.com/2012/09/fall-to-do-list.html"> Fall Bucket List</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was a great weekend! Love my family!!</span><br />
<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-1948929811019155782012-10-18T19:56:00.001-05:002012-10-18T20:09:16.736-05:00Embrace the Camera 10.18.12<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">We had an awesome day here- Henry's first visit to the zoo! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The boy<span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="font-size: large;">loves animals.<span style="font-size: large;"> His little eyes will follow them around like a hawk. I<span style="font-size: large;">'m pretty sure he loved it and we can't wait to go back!</span></span></span></span></span></div>
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katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-970698549581329922012-10-18T09:33:00.001-05:002012-10-18T20:08:36.728-05:00Switching to a Convertible Car Seat<span style="font-size: small;">As I mentioned<a href="http://www.ohwhatadayblog.com/2012/10/friday-randoms_12.html"> here</a>, we finally switched Henry to his convertible car seat! We purchased the new seat a couple of months ago and finally decided to install it. I wish we had done it months ago! He seems so much more comfortable and loves being able to sit up more like a big boy!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Looking back, I'm glad we had the infant car seat, even though many convertible seats are safe for 5lb babies! But their little necks are so wobbly you want all the support you can get. Next time around though, I won't keep the new baby in the infant seat for so long.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Henry wasn't a huge newborn, just 7.11lbs. But he quickly started beefing up:) For his infant carrier, we have the <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/product.asp?SKU=16587915&">Chicco KeyFit 30</a> and have been pleased with it, overall.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">I'm a little obsessive and researched like crazy before we registered. The seat was rated in the top ten for safety on Consumer Reports which was so important to me. It is well made and is very sturdy with out being too heavy. But I will say I wish the fabric was a different material. Little man's back would be so sweaty sometimes this past summer when we pulled him out. Also, he's always been pretty good on car rides but he wouldn't really nap well in the seat.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">He was sitting up pretty well at five months so I started my research on convertible seats. Safety was my number one priority so I checked out consumer reports again. I found a few seats I liked that were reasonably priced and we went to check them out in person. We narrowed the list down to the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Maxi-Cosi-Pria-Convertible-Total-Black/dp/B0052YO4WY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1350441089&sr=8-1&keywords=maxi+cosi+car+seat">Maxi-Cosi Pria 70</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Britax-Marathon-70-G3-Convertible-Seat/dp/B00834D5SO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1350441134&sr=8-1&keywords=britax"> Britax Marathon</a>, and the <a href="http://www.target.com/p/safety-1st-complete-air-65-convertible-car-seat/-/A-13457487#prodSlot=medium_1_1&term=safety%20first%20air%2065">Safety 1st Complete Air 65</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Then through <a href="http://prebabyblog.com/">Elena</a>, I came across<a href="http://www.healthystuff.org/"> HealthyStuff.org</a> and read their picks for the safest car seats. Their lists are based on the level of harmful chemicals and fire retardants used in and on the car seats. And I don't know about you, but having high levels of toxic chemicals rubbing on and being absorbed into my baby's body is something I'm not cool with!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">So I was thrilled when I saw the Maxi-Cosi and Safety 1st both on the "Best" list, (and so happy when I saw his infant seat he's spent the last 6 months in was also a "Best"). The Britax was clearly out of the running, having made the "Worst" list. I was sad about that because they have a great reputation for safety!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I was happy to have either of the two and Henry fit well in both. Both the Maxi-Cosi and the Safety 1st have the "Air " pillow things on the side and both have a great material that seemed to breath more. No more sweaty baby! Hec<span style="font-size: small;">k y<span style="font-size: small;">eah</span></span>!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">So being the bargain shopper that I am, I decided to go for the Safety 1st, saving about $75. The next day I happened to get a Target email showing several baby items on sale. I want to say it was an extra $50 off. We then used our Target debit card to save and extra 5% and received free shipping! An awesome, safe, highly rated, comfortable car seat for close to $100?! Sign me up!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">We've been so pleased with the new car seat, and Henry sits in it so well. He can see all around him and just chats non-stop to himself in the mirror. Also, we have a mid size SUV, and it fits just fine!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">I'm so happy with our purchase!</span><br />
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<br />katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11719564564815098431noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-262255227002755774.post-67531868175849849222012-10-16T10:08:00.000-05:002012-10-16T10:08:29.696-05:00Henry Goes to the Pumpkin Patch!<span style="font-size: large;">There's no way I was going to <a href="http://www.ohwhatadayblog.com/2012/10/weekend-happenings.html">post just one picture</a> of our </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">pumpkin patch visit!!!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">My little pumpkin had so much fun. He is at the best age right now- full of personality, so alert, babbles all day to us... but he can't move when Mama sits him in the pumpkins for a million pictures:)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Because we're crazy, we headed to the pumpkin patch while it was still raining. I just knew it would let up eventually and it did<span style="font-size: large;">!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">W<span style="font-size: large;">e went to Carmichael<span style="font-size: large;">'s<span style="font-size: large;"> Pumpkin Patch.<span style="font-size: large;"> I<span style="font-size: large;"> remember going <span style="font-size: large;">there when I was little and have been counting down the days to be able to take my first baby:)</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">It was overcast, nice and cool, and hardly any crowds. Just perfect! Fall is my favorite!</span><br />
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