First time in another state (for The Lime), even though this was taken on the California side.
First time in the snow.
First time eating sucking a plain ice cream cone.
We had the opportunity to head up to LaVor's grandparent's cabin and enjoy some much needed time away. My parents were able to join us and we had a great time! Minus The Lime continuing this "not wanting to go to sleep when everyone else does" phase.
Boys being boys, no matter how old they get.
The hat was to keep the sun off of his head, not to make him look like a Japanese tourist.
This little ladybug stood out like a sore thumb among the brown pine needles.
We finished up the weekend with a visit @ Uncle Chuck & Aunt Joyce's. Good ole' Grandma Mary!
fChef Steve, one of my instructors at school, once described a dessert as being sexy. I thought that was weird.
When I made my sister's wedding cake, the two things she wanted were shells and ganache. I remember finishing the ganache and texting her the word, "luxurious!"
It is quite luxurious, don't you think? The shine, the velvety smooth texture, the melt in your mouth consistency. Who knew chocolate, cream and a dash of vanilla could be so sexy?
You had a hard night last night. Not sure what was going on, especially since Mommy's Magic Milk didn't even seem to do the trick. But I'm glad you picked a night where Mommy didn't have to go to work the next day.
You didn't know I did it but after hearing you cry and cry and cry (hoping you'd give in and just fall asleep), I told the monitor to shut up. It was loud and I was tired. I'm sorry.
I couldn't resist but to take a few pictures of you this morning, as you were being awfully cute and smiley.
Your smiles make Mommy & Daddy so happy. In fact, even when you don't smile, you make us happy.
-He now rolls from back to stomach but hates being on his stomach. Then why roll over? -He is a drool machine. -He doesn't keep his hands in a fist 24/7. -He is starting to grab for things. -The Doctor thinks he'll be walking at 10 months...ugh! -We think he'll like swimming as he loves to kick in the bath. -If he's being held & standing, he'll put one foot in front of the other. -He got his first ingrown toenail. -He eventually got used to the antibiotics. -He constantly keeps us entertained & smiling.
No flowers were put in our hair last night but boy did we enjoy some pizza!
Back in October, LaVor and I visited Tony's Pizza Napoletana in North Beach (Same owner of Pyzano's Pizzeria. Google it. If you watch Food Network, you've heard of 'em). We got 2 pizzas (6 slices each) and went home with only 2 slices. It was delicious!
LaVor's brother and his wife are in town and went to the Giants game yesterday. We met up with them & their parents afterwards for a bite to eat @ Tony's. The fog was moving in and it was getting windy and cold but to forego the long wait, we opted to sit outside. It ended up being okay since there were heaters and we all had jackets. Even The Lime. We were all starving so we ordered the meatballs, green beans and a salad for appetizers. And for the pizzas...we went with the Margherita, Prosciutto e Pomodorini, and Frank’s True Italian. I didn't get the chance to look at the menu and was a bit hesitant about Frank's since the Frank's at Gay 90's is meat, meat and more meat. But when they brought it out and I saw all the cheese and the pesto sauce, I knew it would be amazing. And it was!
While walking back to the parking garage, everyone minus The Lime froze their buns off. I don't know how this tiny thing managed to stay so warm but he was toasty from head to toe.
On our way out, we caught the fog eating the Transamerica building.
I can't quite decide if I enjoyed Mother's Day this year as much as I did last year.
Although I didn't have a baby to hold or cards to receive a year ago, we did have a positive pregnancy test. We found out we were pregnant the day before Mother's Day and it took every ounce of me not to spill the beans.
But I thoroughly enjoyed being able to squeeze and love the outcome of that pregnancy test, this year.
I also loved the picture The Lime made for me (with the help of sweet Auntie Kari) of his big/little footsies, the yellow tulips my in-laws gave me, my new flat iron my guys got me since my other one bit the dust Friday morning, the delicious meal my Mom made for the family and the delightful strawberry plant my parents got us. I can't wait to make strawberry shortcake!
A couple weeks ago, A's pitcher, Dallas Braden, was caught in a tiff with Yankee, Alex Rodriguez.
Rodriguez was quoted saying, “I thought it was pretty funny, actually. He told me to get off his mound, I didn’t know what he was talking about. I thought it was kind of funny, actually. I had never quite heard that before, especially from a guy who has a handful of wins in his career,” he added."
I'm sure he'll hear about Braden now that he pitched a perfect game!
I couldn't imagine the excitement that was running through his veins. The embrace that he and his grandma shared at the end of the game was a bit overwhelming. His mom passed away from Melanoma while he was in high school and his Grandma stepped into the Mother role.
What was said when the embrace ended? "Let's get some food!"
The game was extra special with everyone wearing their pink wristbands and using pink bats.
We were introduced to each other 27 years ago. I was 15 and couldn't be around LaVor for more than 5 minutes without getting annoyed (I'm sure the feelings were mutual). Things changed and we started dating 25 years ago. We'll celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary this year, are enjoying our two sweet boys and we can hardly believe how fast time has gone by. Life treats us good and we are truly blessed.
To the men and women that have given their lives for my freedom, thank you.
World War II Memorial - The wall has 4,048 stars on it, each representing 100 Americans that died in the war.
Korean War Memorial
Vietnam War Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
First time in another state (for The Lime), even though this was taken on the California side.
First time in the snow.
First time 
Boys being boys, no matter how old they get.
The hat was to keep the sun off of his head, not to make him look like a Japanese tourist.
This little ladybug stood out like a sore thumb among the brown pine needles.
We finished up the weekend with a visit @ Uncle Chuck & Aunt Joyce's. Good ole' Grandma Mary!
It is quite luxurious, don't you think? The shine, the velvety smooth texture, the melt in your mouth consistency. Who knew chocolate, cream and a dash of vanilla could be so sexy?
On our way out, we caught the fog eating the Transamerica building.
Here's to an eternity of celebrating Motherhood!
