birthday blog: DAVID

I have been very behind on birthday blogs, so I thought I should at least get my husband's in today. I'm so lucky to be able to share my birthday with him, it really makes the day that much more special for the both of us. He is such a connoisseur of music, that I thought I would devote his birthday blog to some of his favorite bands. Enjoy!
Happy Birthday David, I love you!
D - THE DEAD

David has a deep love for the Grateful Dead. I'm pretty sure the first time I met him he was wearing a tie-dye tshirt. And, we have already found a onesie for the baby. Now that I think about it, I'm surprised David hasn't hooked up headphones to my belly just streaming The Dead non-stop...
A - THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND

David has a saying that goes "the three best things about the South are chicken fried steak, sweet tea and The Allman Brothers Band". This was the second concert we went to after we started dating. I remember telling my dad where we were going and his response was "You mean, the same Allman Brothers that I know?" Yup, the same ones! And, I must admit, I'm a huge fan now too.

V - VAN HALEN

I'm pretty sure if David could pick one rock-star to transform into for a day it would be Diamond David Lee Roth. Remember when I wrote this? Ya, David's been a fan for a long time...

I - I can't think of an "I", so I'm using this letter for WIDESPREAD PANIC

Seriously, if you can think of an "I", I'll change it.

One of the things I've grown to understand over the years is that David does not like to mix business with pleasure. And, as a matter of fact, I wasn't invited to a WSP concert for the first year or so of David and I dating. To him, Panic is business and serious business - and until we were serious he didn't want to mix the two. He has been to so many Panic concerts that I could not begin to comprehend, and I love the fact that he can still recall every show and every setlist.

D - DR. DRE

Ha ha, got you on that one! It's true, he loves Dr. Dre. Even though his hip-hop library was limited before he met me, he's always had love for the D-R-E.

to my surprise...

I walked into the office this morning, like any other morning, and met all my co-workers in the rotunda for our Friday morning pep-rally. Not like every other morning, people started wishing me Happy Birthday - but my birthday's not until Monday. Strange, but nice, I thought. But, then it all made sense when I made it to my desk...

This is the scene I was faced with.

Oh yes, those are black balloons.

Oh yes, those are black streamers - around my monitor.

Oh yes, that's confetti - everywhere!

And Oh yes, there is a ginormous "30" balloon for all to see, a button for me to wear that says "30 it's The BIG One!" and that sucker that says "30 Sucks". I love it, all of it. They got me good! Now, I have to keep it looking like this to last through Monday...

favorite food friday

Little Debbie is no friend of mine, actually she is a frienemy...

For so many years she's been there, like a friend - similing at me with her little red curls and hat on the box cover. But, only an enemy would entice you over and over again with her delicious, not-so-healthy treats (remember the witch who tempted Snow White with that poisonous apple???). She does, however, provide comfort like a friend. When I was in London, Dad would send me care packages and I could always count on a new box of Little Debbies - and they were perfection. So, maybe she's actually the best kind of friend to have... always happy, supportive, able to provide instant gratification and most importantly there to teach you self control and will-power! I love you Little Debbie!

I must say, there's not a Little Debbie snack that I would turn down - from the Zebra Cakes, Fudge Brownies, Swiss Cake Rolls, Star Crunch, Fudge Rounds, Oatmeal Creme Pies... oh lordy this list could go on forever. But, my top two favorites of all time are the Nutty Bars and Peanut Butter Bars. I have to thank my father for beginning the obession at an early age. He would always have an assortment of no fewer than 4 different snack boxes, and he'd always have either Nutty Bars or Peanut Butter Bars (I think they are his favorite too)!

This week, my loving husband did the grocery shopping (which he's been doing for a while now, love you!). And, he's always great with surprises. So, our treat this week has been Nutty Bars!!! He's knows better than to get them all the time, because I'm pretty sure I don't have the self-control or will-power to refrain and say no time and time again. But, I have really enjoyed them - there's only 1 pack left - and love the occasional treat!!

hump day = bump day (week 27)

Okay people, I have absolutely no news this week. In this case, no news is good news. Everything is still fabulous and feeling good. We had a fun active weekend, more to follow on that. Have a good week!!

hump day = bump day (week 26)

I'm starting to loose count, it's a good thing I'm keeping track here...

Not much new to report this week. I've decided I'll wear my gray tank until my tummy is just hanging out, which might not be too far in the future. You'll also notice I'm wearing my fabulous jeans that I scored from Ebay! The baby is definitely moving around a lot, and getting to the point where I can see him (not just feel him). I must admit, it is a little weird. Oh, I did get some things done since last week! I got us all signed up for day care and on the waiting list, so he will get to be just downstairs where I work. I'll get to see him anytime I want during the day. And, we got his furniture ordered over the weekend! So, things are starting to come together.

favorite food friday

SPRINKLES CUPCAKES
Let's not joke around - there are cupcakes, and then there are Sprinkles cupcakes. Sure, you may know a place in your neighborhood that makes darn good cupcakes - and sure, they may cost less than $3.25. But, when you decide to come clean and tell yourself the truth, it's hard to beat a Sprinkles cupcake. I'm a fan of all flavors, but I must say that my #1 pick is the Vanilla Milk Chocolate. It is amazing - vanilla cake, chocolate cream cheese frosting and chocolate sprinkles!!! One thing I appreciate about Sprinkles is that they don't over do it, no crazy concoctions or flavors and the cream cheese frosting sets it off perfectly.

Happy Friday!

hump day = bump day (week 25)

OMG, I can't believe I have left you guys without a belly picture for six weeks!! I do apologize. Everything has been going great. I'm still feeling good and keeping up with my workouts. I had a doctor's visit this week and she said I was making it look easy. And, that is certainly my goal! He has been moving around like crazy. The books say that this is when you will feel the baby the most because they have extra room inside to move around. I'm still trying to figure out how this baby is going to grow to full size and there still be room for my organs inside my body. All the organs already feel all smushed up... oh, I have lots to look forward to!

To everyone's disappointment, we still have not selected or revealed any baby names. I promise we will have a name when he gets here. And Jaime, we are considering releasing the initials to you.

I have finally realized that it is time for me to get in gear and get some stuff done. When I realized that we are just 3 1/2 months away my sense of urgency kicked in! So, today I got enrolled in the day care and I plan on ordering the furniture this weekend.

I don't think you will be disappointed, the belly has definitely grown since the last time you saw it! And, I hope to never to leave you hanging again! You'll have to compare this photo to Week 18, I'm wearing the same outfit.

celebrating early

In a few short weeks, I will be turning the corner to a new decade... the 30's. It sounds scary, but with so many other life altering changes going on I'm not too worried about it. We started the celebrations early with a Girls Weekend.

My mom, sister and I spent the weekend lounging and relaxing at the Four Seasons. It was such a treat just to get to spend the weekend with them, let alone at the Four Seasons! We have a beautiful villa right off the pool. We spent many hours working on our tan. Here are the ladies that made it all happen!
Saturday morning we went for mani/pedi treatments. We found this Hawaiian-themed salon that was wonderful. Jaime and I both got the Cucumber Pedicures and Mom got the Aloe Pedicure. They used an all natural masque on our legs, covered them with cooling cucumber slices and then wrapped them up to soak. It was fabulous! Then, we got the Grapefruit Manicure. We soaked our cuticles for several minutes in the grapefruits and then they completed the rest of the manicure. We loved the place and have promised to meet back up there in the future!

Saturday night, some of my bestest girlfriends joined us for dinner. The food was delicious, the company was even better! Lindsey brought like 500 hundred different cupcakes and I'm pretty sure we ate about 450 of them. They were all so yummy, even though the vote was split for which shop had the best red velvet. I had such a wonderful weekend and feel so blessed to have such great friends and family to celebrate with! Thanks to all you wonderful ladies for celebrating with me!