First Ever Link Up

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Link up Time!



1. I always pick anything over going to the movies. I hate going to the movies. The thought of sitting in grimy old seats and paying $25 to do so, makes me sick. A lot of new releases aren't even worth going to the theatre. Then the movies are becoming available on DVD quicker than in the past. C loves the movies, like is obsessed with going. I feel like he only goes for the popcorn. Side note, I had a friend who worked at a movie theatre and said they pop the popcorn days in advance. . . Gross.

2. Look at the size of those heels. Let's stop and chat. For starters if you have to walk like something is stuck up your butt in heels, they aren't for you. Flats can be your best friend. They make adorable flats and you will survive. Just because a trend is starting, doesn't mean it's for you. Let's all work together to help those around us understand the heel epidemic. 

3. I recently learned God really does have a plan. It's crazy because I've known this all along, but it's absolutely legit. I can see that now, but explaining to people that he has a plan, isn't always easy. I feel like everyone has to go through a storm to see God's true glory & his plan.

4. Only when no one is looking do I completely bust a dance routine for Baby M. She loves it, but I'm not so sure everyone else would welcome it like she does. I'm almost certain when she learns to clap better, she'll give me a round of applause. You just got served comes to mind. . .

5. I lost my mind after adopting baby M. Seriously, I lose things, forget where I put everything and am so off. It scares me at times because I'm so OCD and never imagined I'd be so forgetful!

6. I was certain I'd be 20 lbs. lighter already. Then something happened, in something I mean I've developed an obsession with Honey Buns. I capitalized it, because I love them and they deserve respect. Everyday I find myself acting like a crazed individual looking for $.95. Our vending machine was out once and I thought, "This is a sign from God, stop the madness." The very next day they were refilled and I almost bought two because I missed the day before.

7. There is not enough liquor in the world for me to sky dive. I'm pretty afraid of heights and since I don't drink then there isn't enough Sonic ice or Coca Cola for me to sky dive. Oh yeah.

8. I just finished one assignment for my last semester and I have a million to go, but I'm officially over school. I have to finish all of my assignments before May 1st and I'm pretty sure on April 30th I will finish the rest. . . Oh, college you stink.

9. Why does everyone have to be so easily offended. I'm finding that drama actually doesn't end in Middle School Mom! We carry issues as adults too and no one can take a joke. I mean, sure some people are actually mean, but others just choose poor words to express themselves. Let things go, live.

10. It's very rare when I don't want to spend my entire paycheck at Target. The other day is a prime example. I'm going to return something and find myself going down a lot of isles, leaving the store with things I NEEDED. That's what I tell myself. "You really do need this Mercedes, you can make a banner for someone's birthday party in 10 years!"

11. If I were a dog I would be so happy. Where do I start. . .  My two dogs are passed out when I leave for work and when I return for work. They have food in their bowl twice a day and snack on it as they wish. The treats are endless and they chase birds, squirrels and anything else they can see. They have no bills, don't have to drive and get to decide who they like. I'm sold, I'm officially signing up for the dog gig.

12. I don't believe baby M thinks I'm mom. I think she legit thinks I'm her housekeeper. When I'm around she throws her cups and toys on the ground like a crazy woman. Then she laughs. The laugh is what kills my soul. I retrieve her toys and rinse the toys off and then give them back to her. Again, she waits for a bit and one by one ... they are tossed. Then her laugh. It's a vicious cycle and I'm pretty sure she thinks my name is Rosario.  

10 things

It's been a hot minute since I've updated my blog. I know I'm a slacker, it happens.


Crazy to know February is almost over! Can you  believe it?

10 things I'm looking forward to:

1. I'm pretty pumped about the weather changing! This means Mercedes can actually run outside and not have to complain about freezing. I can deal with the heat, but not the cold. It messes my breathing up. Saying ADIOS to the dreadmill will make me smile.  
 
2. Time Change - means more daylight for everyone! This is important for me and C. He and I both like to do things outside, so having time to do them during the week is a huge win! When I say I like to do things, I mean I like to tell him how to do things outside.


3. Halfway through my last semester in college! I still can't believe that I will be done with my degree. It's bittersweet. I think the day my expensive paper degree comes in, I can feel it and see it, I'll cry a bit. I'll cry because I took a step and made something happen and because I can still hear my dad. He used to say, "In life everything can be taken from you, but your education will remain with you. When you learn something, it's forever part of you." I hate school, but I love my parents. I went to college for them. I did something they didn't have the privilege of doing, I know they're proud of me and my siblings, so this one is for you two!


4. Getting closer to running my half in Nashvegas! So we registered for a full marathon and then we realized that our then 5 month old wasn't a fan of her stroller and the weather was no bueno. So that left us with either running for 1 out of the 3 hours we have with her each weeknight, or reducing our race to a half and running less. We chose to run less and have more time with baby M. I know some say that's an excuse, that's cool, but it's our story and I'm sticking to it! We're proud to do the half marathon for St. Jude. To know an organization such as St. Jude exists, warms my heart and gives me hope that one day a cure will be found! 


5. My niece is joining the world very soon! Baby E is coming in March and I'm pretty happy. I'm so glad my sister in law has had a wonderful pregnancy. I'm glad my nephew E will have a sibling and I'm so glad the family is growing.


6. Grilling out more! I love food. I love food grilled the most.


7. Baby M getting teethies! I'm pretty sure baby M is getting super tired of us begging her to look in her mouth. We feel her gums a lot and she gets super cranky. I just wanna see the baby teethies!


8. Easter -  Baby M's first Easter will be celebrated with my family in Texas. That means they'll get to see her crawl for eggs or walk for eggs and they'll get to see her the whole weekend. This makes me super happy. Oh and we're going to my favorite place - Dallas, Texas. It's the place where I can eat my weight in Mexican food see my family! Side note, I ordered Maggie the most darling Easter basket. I also love working for a company who gives us Good Friday off, it's great.


9. We officially kick off vacation travel! We are going to be pretty busy from now until July 4th. Thankfully my family lives all over the place and we get to vacation in all these wonderful places! Look out Texas, Illinois, Florida & Tennessee we're coming your way!


10. Summer 2014! Our adorable nephew is going to spend a whole month with us! I'm pretty excited because I get to see him everyday for a month. I get to come home and talk to him about whatever it is, Baby M will get to see her cousin for a whole month, C will get to show him how to rock out on the drums & how to fart & burp then laugh do manly things.


I promise I won't delay in writing future posts! Until Next Time Party Peeps ...