Schools Out For Summer!

This week is our first full week of no school! So far it seems to be going pretty well. I've tried to keep little man busy. We've been going to the gym (thank goodness for the child watch) and then swimming at our neighborhood pool. Today we had a doctors appointment, library, lunch, and shopping for Fathers Day (trying to get it out of the way, just in case). We've been busy, but nothing really exciting to report.

I'm really trying to spend as much quality time with Little Man as I can before our new arrival comes and throws everything off.

As a side note, how cute is this lobster keyring from Coach. This might be a good item to add to my list of "things I want because I am giving birth soon" list!! Or as my hubby calls it my "push present" list. Have a good day!

The Best Summer Cookbook!

If you're like me it's easy to get completely stumped when it comes to cooking for a holiday weekend, or for a nice Summer evening. This cookbook has saved me so much grief. In the Kennedy Kitchen: Recipes and Recollections of a Great American Family. It's written by Neil Connolly who was the chef at the Kennedy's house in Hyannis Port for years. Included in the book are tons of Summer friendly recipes. There's also a few personal stories and photos of the Kennedy Family. This book is a must have for your cookbook collection!

More Lilly for my Little Lady!

I just can't help myself! I am so excited to be buying little girl stuff! I have also discovered a new love for Ebay. The first two Lilly dresses I got off ebay for around $10!! The last dress and swimsuit I got at TJMaxx. These will be for next Summer, but I just had to get them! I will be one of those Mommy's who dresses my daughter and myself in matching Lilly. Can't wait!

Preppy Earrings

Check out these super cute preppy earrings from Fitz and Frannie, Ltd. You can get them in practically any color combination to match all of your Summer outfits! I am thinking a little pink and green combo, or a navy and green combo! Right now they are offering a special to all the preppy blog readers out there, you can get two pairs of earrings for $30 plus free shipping! Use the word PREPPY in the special instructions box when checking out. Let me know what you get!!

A Little Downtime

Right now I am sitting at the computer enjoying a very quiet house. It's very unusual for me! My neighbor decided I need a break (she mentioned I need to get some rest a few times, so maybe I'm looking a little tired these days) and took Little Man overnight for me. There is a big NASCAR race here in Charlotte, NC this weekend and Hubby has been at the track whenever he can. So it's just Me, Myself, and I! I rented a few movies and baked some cookies. Now if only I could have a glass (or two) of wine!! I hope everyone is having a good weekend.

Prepared!

No, the overnight bag is not packed quite yet. It's still a little early for that. The car seat has been cleaned and covered. My son's car seat was grey, black and red. So I just had to cover it in something more appropriate for a girl. The overnight bag has been monogrammed and we are ready to go! Can you tell I am getting anxious??

Almost Finished!

I finally settled on the curtains I want to make for Miss P's room. I just ordered the fabric today. A picture of the swatch is above (surprised it has pink polka dots in it?). I feel like we are moving so slow trying to get it all done. We have 8 weeks from tomorrow til my scheduled C-section. I am sure it will all get done. Honestly I just want to curl up and take a nap when I think about what's left :)

Mothers Day!

I hope everyone had a great Mothers Day! My day started with Cherry Cream Cheese French Toast! My husband makes it for me each year on Mothers Day and it is divine! The little man had his golf lesson, which hubby took him too. So I had a whole hour to myself that I spent doing some shopping. Then hubby came home with these ice cream cupcakes from Cold Stone Creamery. A pretty perfect day!

The Miracle Blanket?

Today I was browsing around an upscale baby boutique and I over heard a conversation between the store clerk and a customer. They were talking about The Miracle Blanket and how wonderful it is. The store clerk said she has three small children and wouldn't have been able to get through it without this blanket. This particular store did not carry the blanket.

I hate to miss out on anything! What is the magical blanket, does anyone know? Is this something I have to have?

Random Tuesday

Little man was up all night sick last night. Even though he was feeling better this morning I kept him home from school. It's been raining on and off so we decided to break in his new racecar cookie cutters! Unfortunately I can't show pictures of the finished product because the dough was too sticky and we couldn't get a decent car, but at least we had fun trying! Hope every ones day is going well!!

What I Did Today

I painted a monogram on my baby girls wall! I am pretty excited about how it came out. The paint was not quite dry yet when I took the pictures, but it is the same color as the brighter pink on the border. This gives you a sneak peek at how the nursery is coming along. Hubby painted the border (he's a little better at this stuff than I am).

A Run In With The Law!!

My brother-in-law is one of Indy finest! I am so proud of him, he's been an officer for a little over a year now and I think he's doing a great job. He works nights and surprised my parents and I by stopping by late one night to see the Little Man. Nothing like a cop showing up at your door late at night when you're not expecting it!!

This better be the only time I see my Little Man in police handcuffs!