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On Birthdays, Politics and Toilets

July 14, 2009 by Amy 8 Comments

Today is Scott’s birthday. The girls are dying to have Scott a party even though Scott does not like parties and told me he didn’t want a party. I think he’s going to lose on this one. I think the family will be coming over for some ice cream and cake. And the girls may or may not have bought some balloons and noise makers for the occasion.

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Scott has somehow taken to politics. Recently he’s been listening to talk radio. At night he has been listening to Bill O’Reilly and right now we have the Sotomayor Hearings on and Scott is talking back to the TV. It’s so very odd. I guess that’s what middle-age does to you.

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The girls and I went to Dunkin Donuts per Scott’s birthday request this morning. The radio was still on from my trip to Dani’s house last night. I wasn’t paying much attention until I heard “Birthday Sex“. I hate that song (yes, it’s a real song on the radio) but thought it was funny I heard it today….except when I hear Lexi chime in “Birthday checks! Emma did you hear what they’re saying…Birthday checks, Birthday checks”. Emma was like what is that?? Neither have ever heard the word “sex”. I quickly turn it off and Lexi was all “Put it back on!!” And I was all “NOooooo”.

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A friend of ours works at Lowe’s. He gets deals on tools for Scott sometimes. And guess what he randomly asked if we needed last night? Toilets. Yep. $52 a piece. Thank you, Lord.

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So Happy Birthday, Babe. You get to pick up toilets and have a party…JUST what you wanted to do today. Maybe we can watch some Bill O’Reilly and figure out those Birthday Checks tonight to make up for it.

Disney: Then and Now

April 2, 2009 by Amy 2 Comments

I wish I had my Mom’s pictures of our visit to Disney when I was 7. It’d be interesting to see in this post. I’ve referred to it a few times, but Scott and I visited Disney in 2002. What’s interesting is the day before we left, I found out I was pregnant with Emma. I made the call to the OB to get my first appointment on the way to Florida Monday morning. That’s the reason I didn’t ride Tower of Terror or Rock ‘n Rollercoaster or why I rode Space Mountain for the first time after three visits last week.

I thought it’d be interesting to compare a few pictures.

Here I am at Animal Kingdom in 2002. Emma is there and she’ll tell you she’s in my tummy.

Now here is Emma and I at Animal Kingdom this year:

It’s kind of odd how similar my outfit and even hair is. Except now that baby in my tummy is outside and 6 years old!

Here is Scott and I (are Scott and I? is me and Scott?) (and Emma) at the Tree of Life in 2002:

Here we are this year without the kids:

Wow, you can really tell where Scott lost 25 lbs!

and with them:

Kind of cool to see the changes in our family!

Do They Ever Grow Up? Really??

March 19, 2009 by Amy 8 Comments

We got HD hooked up today from DirecTV. Scott was sitting in the living room on the ottoman looking through the channel guide getting excited over the possibilities of watching How It’s Made in HD and…

Scott: Come here.

Me: I’m working.

Scott: Come herreeee and sit with me please.

I walk over and sit beside him, even lay my head on his shoulder and look at the channel guide with him. I’m expecting him to explain all the great channels we got in HD and…

Scott with a grin: You smell that?

#%O*&#(*U

Where is Edward Cullen when I need him?

Kelly’s Wedding

April 26, 2008 by Amy 1 Comment

So today was the big shebang. And I really hope no one in these pictures mind their pictures on here…lol. The wedding was really, really beautiful. You could tell these two were just giddy in love and so ready to do this thing. After 10 years of marriage, it almost made me want to barf lol. Ok, just kidding. It was great to see that excitement in two people. It’s a rare thing these days.

The decorations, food, singing, even the people were all beautiful. Kelly and Brandon have some very pretty family and friends. The rain even held off for them until the very end.

And without further adieu, here are some pictures. First off, let’s take a look at the fashion for the day. Because last night Heather, Scott and I had to run out and buy the girls new dresses because the ones I brought just didn’t cut it. So we went with the purple theme of the wedding. It paid off actually. Here are my little princesses:

And here is the dress I bought from the Dress Barn the other day when we went shopping. I also found those very cute hot pink pumps and matching bracelet at the mall yesterday. Emma took this picture. You can see we were laughing about it. I think she did well.

So let’s get started with the ceremony! The two say their vows. I did get a little teary-eyed during this. He honestly was the most earnest groom I’ve ever heard give his vows. So sweet.

The lighting of the unity candle…two become one.

It’s official…

Between the ceremony and reception Amy takes a minute to check in on email on the beloved iPhone (did I mention my MOM got one and I just set it up tonight?! Wish I had THAT training session on video). Can’t lose a minute.

The cake (and cutting). They were ~~too~~ very nice to each other during the exchange.

We all take some time during the reception to grab some family photos. Mom took this one of Heather and I.

We grab one with our cousin Amber. Isn’t she gorgeous??

All my girl cousins on my Dad’s side. We’re second generation of Nana’s girls. I wish I had a picture of us growing up at Christmas to post and compare. We always got our pictures taken together.

And finally, the two newlyweds grab a kiss towards the end of the reception.

Congratulations, Kelly and Brandon!

Kelly’s Wedding Day

April 26, 2008 by Amy Leave a Comment

Today’s the big day. We’re already pressing dresses, picking out accessories, drying hair and getting emotionally prepared for today’s wedding of my cousin. Somewhere in this city a bride is getting her hair done, the groom is going to get in his tux and today they get to say I Do. I congratulate both of them and pray God blesses their marriage. And ditto to what Heather posted.

Look what I found in the hammock today

February 11, 2008 by Amy 6 Comments

Yes, she’s asleep and if you notice, she’s holding his thumb. So sweet.

Heather’s Hot Mess

February 9, 2008 by Amy Leave a Comment

Nothing like money to motivate my sister! I suggested she start a blog so she could help herself out of debt a little quicker with PPP and bam, 2 minutes later, she’s starting her own blog. Well, I don’t care why she started one, I think she’s a really funny writer and I’m excited we all get to read her now. So go visit Heather’s Hot Mess and give her some really good comment love!

Update on Dad

January 24, 2008 by Amy Leave a Comment

Heather and I went up to the hospital today for Dad’s catheter. After only 45 minutes back there, they came to tell us they were done with putting the stent in which we weren’t expecting until tomorrow. He had 85-90% blockage in his main artery but the others looked ok. He is in recovery now and we’re home for a little bit until they get in a room and we can take the girls up. He’s doing really well now, already wanting to come home. That’s when the hard part starts though…taking his medicine every day, exercising and eating right…(right, Dad?!).

Thanks for all the prayers, we appreciate every single one.