Carnival Ride

Lately, my mind's been on a carnival ride. Seriously, I cannot get this brain to slow down and chill out. Here are a few items that you can chose either to pity me, or just love me for me. wah wah.

1. Rod and I are going to a ball on Friday! A ball! Who knew people still had these things. Anyways, not 100% sure I understand what it's for (never do) but we're going. Slap on my Spanx, throw on the dress......STOP. I have NO DRESS FOR THIS EVENT! So, lunch break today I ran to the mall, and found nothing. My friend Shawna's helping me look online. I'll probably head back to the mall after work.

2. I've been doing this "new way of eating". It's wonderful, great and I'm feeling good! If I don't get to the store, I'm going to blow this thing. Sarah would be very disappointed. Although, yesterday, I worked out for 50 minuts on the Precor. Who knew that t.v. actually makes you workout. I timed my arrival to the gym for the second half of Dancing with the Stars. I was so ready to get off that thing, but I had to see Melissa dance.

3. Ryan's birthday, trip to California, work trip to Kansas City (blah), possible trip to the coast and NIOSA are all popping up on me quite quickly. So dear friends that I frequent often, just bare with me. I'll be okay after May. Until then, fasten your seatbelt, and let me talk my crazy-talk.

4. I still have two wedding gifts, one baby arrival gift, one baby shower gift to finish, and one birthday gift to purchase. All of which I'm late on except one.

5. Ryan's going to be scheduled for a new blood allergy test. it'll test for seasonal and food allergies. Hopefully, we'll get some answers soon. We were back in McCray's office yesterday. We're taking this route b/c he can't seem to rid himself of congestion, and he so easily gets constipated. So, that'll be a day off of work. (boo hoo for me, right?)

6. Our backyard looks like warzone. I'm dead serious. I'll have pictures to post soon. The previous owners had laid brick all around the yard in a fancy design. So, Rod went out there to dig up all the bring, only to find 12 HUGE HUGE cement "things" each buried about two-feet deep. I was watching him out the window pull one up, and I FREAKED out. I thought he was pulling up a grave for a pet. It is all still freaky to us.

7. The list of items to take care of in our house continues to grow. Remind me again why we opt to buy a house?

8. That's enough of me and my pity-party. Here are some pics of Ryan.

Some Chuck-e-Cheese pics. This first one is his first siting of Chuck-e-Cheese.

Look over Ryan's shoulder. The kid is patiently waiting for Ryan to put the ball back. Ryan didn't understand that that ball goes to that game. So, leave it.

Our little dancer! Shake your thang, Ryan!

Fascinated.

Ryan and Hudson enjoying some fine mulsh, while we enjoy a fine margarita/beer.

Ten on Friday

1. So, I'm sitting on my couch, working on my computer (Facebook), and not two feet to the left of me is Ryan STANDING on the coffee table. Standing on tables? Hadn't thoughtof that one. He used his "Cindy-chair" to climb up on the table. Table and chair have now been separated.

2. Ry hearts golf in the same way I heart breakfast tacos. This morning made Rod proud. With shaving cream on his face, he had a grin from ear to ear. Between each swipe of his razor, he'd walk back to Ryan to help reposition him, correct his posture, and help "follow through". I asked Rod, "How psyched are you?"

3. Tomorrow, Ryan will be experiencing Chuck-e-cheese for the first time. If I were a betting woman (which sometimes I am), I'd say that Chuck-e was made for Ryan.

4. Ryan's friend Walker gave him some green Crocs. SCORE. I slapped those shoes on him, and he stood a foot taller. I don't know what it is about Crocs, but this kid LOVES them. We had to go "walk the streets" to test them out. Big hit. I'm going to put the blue pair and green pair side by side and see which he goes for.

5. We're back on antibiotics. Apparently, Ryan's chronic sinusitis never really went away after the third round of antibiotics. So, we're on round four to really knock out the stubborness.

6. I started a new Bible study was some good friends of mine. I LOVE it so far. It's Beth Moore's A Woman's Heart. I've got to get disciplined and do my studies each night. Behind already and it's the first week.

7. MiMi or Nama, can one of you watch Ryan Saturday night? I have a baby shower and Rod's out of town this weekend.

8. The first week in April, Ryan and I are heading out to California to see the Arnolds. I cannot tell you how excited I am about this trip. Rod's going on his "man-cation" (which he termed), so we're heading off to the West coast. My glowing, white body will provide a new source of light out there, saving millions on their electricity bill.

9. Sharla and Abby are out in Seattle visiting Kim and Scott....and, busting at the seams in jealousy. Isn't that horrible?! I'll admit...I get jealous. Doesn't a trip to Seattle with friends, to see a best friend sound sooooo fun?!?!

10. I hope to get a video of Ryan telling the Wiggles bye at the end of each show. It's loud and proud, and full of might.

Ryan's First Rodeo

Ryan said he likes the idea of rodeos. Just don't make him ride ponies.

Stroller rides only please. And, one snack trap of pretzels.

Sweet Hannah Banana Rose Bowl. She was so much fun to watch enjoy the rodeo, the rides, and all the animals.

I could watch Hudson smile, laugh, and pout all day. He is tooo fun!

Pig envy.

The ONLY child trying to climb in with PIGS.

This part of the rodeo trip was the CUTEST. He just stared and stared, and then finally took a seat and scooted up to the cage...and stared and stared some more. He was in awe of the baby chicks.

Five on Friday

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!

1. TONIGHT....Rod and I are going on a date! Wildfish has been calling my name since it opened. Now, just need to find something fun to wear! I REALLY want to wear my tights with my new boots, but I'm afraid I "won't do it right". And, Rod's never one to be in to the "trendy" fads.

2. Ryan's Valentine to all his classmates is playdough (pink, white, hot pink, and red). Big Lots, five bucks. I'm sure some parents are going to bawk at me giving playdough to kids under the age of two. They'll be two soon!

3. Rod and I have already given our Valentine gifts to each other! We were really on the ball with them. I gave me mine. And, he gave him his.

Here's how it went down....after a few glasses of wine at a Jewelry Party (Stella & Dot), I called Rod and said, "Hi Babe. Just wanted to let you know you don't need to worry about Valentine's. I got it all covered." So, the following day, Rod walks in to the living room. "Hey Cupcake, you don't have to worry about mine either. I took care of it." To my utter dismay, "Oh, really. What is it?" His careful explanation...."Sonterra is having awesome deals on private lessons. So, I couldn't pass them up. No seriously Jessica. You never see these kinds of prices." touche. touche. I would have had that exact conversation with him about something irresponsible.

4. It's so true....your kids get more and more fun as they get older. Ryan is a ball right now! And, HILARIOUS! I can't pinpoint what it is that is so funny about him. He's just got this little personality that is soooo addicting. I have to say, I had a "favorite" moment with him the other day. The two of us laid down (with his blankie) on the floor, and looked out the window to watch the airplanes fly right over us. I think I stared at him more than each anticpated plane. Every once in a while, Ryan would look over at me, and just smile. OH man, this makes my heart feel full.

5. On another note...Ryan got bit by another kid at school yesterday. The teacher said, "I didn't see what happened. Ryan just came up to me and pointed to his arm." It's a definite bite mark. So badly, I wanted to ask which kid. There are some younger kids that just moved up to his classroom, so they're all a little confused, crazy and whiny.

My Subject...and His Shoes

Ryan and I were home Friday after Open Gym. So, when he mandated his "boo shis" be put on, I decided to break out the camera, and practice. Here are a few shots of Ryan in his boo shis that FINALLY fit him. We've been waiting for this day.

Picking up the Slack for the Arnolds

I'm missing my nieces. And, Stacy has been less than stellar at blogging lately. Actually, I'm just extremely bored. Ryan and I are quarantined off from others. Sick boy. Rod's in Dallas for a wedding and we're on round four of The Wiggles. We've watched two episodes of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. And, I've caught MAYBE five minutes of the news.

Sweet Malyn is so sick right now. sounds like the same thing ryan has now.

FRALO'S with the Hardens!

Saturday night, we went to Fralo's for pizza and EXCELLENT company...the Hardens. Sweet little Carlyle joined us as well. Unfortunately, my photography skills weren't the greatest when trying to shoot her.

It was a cold night. Fralo's had tents set up outside, with fire pits. They also handed out blankets for us to stay warm. What could be better...crisp night, yummy wine, YUMMY pizza, excellent salad, fun friends and a warm blanket on your lap!

Mom and Ryan attempt.

Brooke and I have been friends since we were three. We met at Colonial Hills. Both our boys go there now!

Sweet Jack Walker. Who, by the way, knows the words to U2's "Elevation".

(Here's what just happened as I worked on this post...Jessica: "Rod, what is that song that Jack Walker knows all the words to? Is it Excavation?" Silence. More silence. Then Rod politely laughs and says "Elevation".) Dang, I never get the words right to ANY song.

Ryan Met Superman

Kept calling him "Man".

He was captivated!

I'll Take My Two-iron

20-Months!!!!

We're at 20-months and all I can say is that his #1 love is not his fun loving, beautiful, intelligent, hilariously hysterical mommy... it is golf. So, I as a golfer's wife, and now a mom of a golfer, have to adjust my "way of thinking". It's just going to "be that way". I guess there's always a plus side. As my funny friend Casey put it, "I think you found your meal ticket." (No, I don't really think that). Funny girl.

Ryan will pick up ANYTHING and use it as a golf club. I'm serious. He even used his nose-bulb thing to swing at a toy. ANYTHING. What amazes us most, is that he doesn't swing at furniture or people. Just toys, balls, shoes, etc.

Here's his down-swing

Making contact with the ball.

And, just like Daddy... looking to see where the imaginary ball landed.

Something isn't Right Here

Rod gave Ryan a bath while I was at the grocery store. As I was shopping, I received a text message with a photo attached....

I crack up everytime I see this photo. The shoes underwater! hahaha.

Open Gym!

Open Gym opened this kid's heart, mind and soul! I don't think he stopped smiling, or even stopped period, the ENTIRE time... until my friend Shawna thought the boys might want something to drink. Yes, it takes two people to raise my child. Pick up the pace, Mom!

This gym isn't just any gym, this is MY gym that I grew up at! Definitely not the same...new owners, and a different body but in the same mirrors.

(old camera)

He LOVED the bar! But, just didn't realize he could "just let go".

He kept going over to the bars where the "team" practiced. The little girls were sweet about it, until it kept happening. I wanted to say, "Girls, you don't know who I am in this building." (nor would they care)

Picasa-Blog Issues

Can someone out there tell me how I can upload Picasa-altered photos from my computer to blogger? I don't want to have to use Picasa to put them in Blogger. I'd like to be in Blogger and upload ALTERED pictures. My work as an artist is not complete without Picasa....therefore, I cannot display my pictures just yet.

I'm Getting My Living Room Back

Slowly gettin' there.

Ryan's chair was a MUST to be cleaned. And, TV was a must for him to watch.

Much better!!!

We've been cleaning out "stuff" in preparation for the arrival of a new piece of furniture!! To be delivered today!

Girl Cousins

What's a boy to do???

Collage of New Cam Pics

May have to double-click on it to enlarge. Enjoy! I still have lots to learn...so, any pointers are welcomed and appreciated!