So the house showed yesterday! We haven't heard feedback yet, but we stopped by after a half hour and they were still here - unless they were running late, that's a good sign...at least they didn't go running out the door right after they got here :P I'm hoping we'll hear from our agent today and maybe get some feedback - things to work on, etc. Well heck, if I'm wishing, I might as well wish for an offer! (One can dream, right?)
Lots on the plate today - Curtis's goodbye lunch at work, so the kids and I are heading out in a few.
And a lot of laundry. How does that always sneak up on me?
Monday, January 11, 2010
Saturday, January 09, 2010
Change is Normal
In this house anyway.
For those who haven't heard, Curtis got a new job in Ohio, so we are moving North! We are very happy to be moving near family, but so sad to be leaving behind so many great friends. And in the meantime, there is so much going on!
We were able to look at some houses while we were North for Christmas and found a couple that we liked very much. Once we got back (last Sunday), first up was getting our house on the market, and up to par to show. We have worked our tails off this week, got the house on the market yesterday, and will be showing tomorrow for the first time! I'm excited that it's showing so quickly, and hope that the house will sell quickly so we can move on to buying a new house!
After some debate, Curtis decided to sell his fishtank, and once we're settled we'll start looking for a more coral friendly talk for him. So today we moved the fishtank to my friend's house. I think Curtis is exited to hear what she decides to do with the tank! She inherited all the fish and rock as well, and the kids were excited that the fish are going to live with their friends!
So there is much going on, and we're so tired at night that it doesn't take long to fall asleep.
I will try to keep updated as our move sage goes on!
For those who haven't heard, Curtis got a new job in Ohio, so we are moving North! We are very happy to be moving near family, but so sad to be leaving behind so many great friends. And in the meantime, there is so much going on!
We were able to look at some houses while we were North for Christmas and found a couple that we liked very much. Once we got back (last Sunday), first up was getting our house on the market, and up to par to show. We have worked our tails off this week, got the house on the market yesterday, and will be showing tomorrow for the first time! I'm excited that it's showing so quickly, and hope that the house will sell quickly so we can move on to buying a new house!
After some debate, Curtis decided to sell his fishtank, and once we're settled we'll start looking for a more coral friendly talk for him. So today we moved the fishtank to my friend's house. I think Curtis is exited to hear what she decides to do with the tank! She inherited all the fish and rock as well, and the kids were excited that the fish are going to live with their friends!
So there is much going on, and we're so tired at night that it doesn't take long to fall asleep.
I will try to keep updated as our move sage goes on!
Thursday, December 24, 2009
The Calm Before the Storm
Twas the night before Christmas....And all through the house....not a creature was stirring...
Except mommy and daddy :)
But we've finished our tasks for the night and the house is quiet. We each have a mug of mulled wine, A Christmas Story is on the tv, and the kids aren't even coughing (a recent development).
Ok, nix that, Lucy just coughed again. Hope this one doesn't turn into bronchitis again.
Anyway, it's been a busy day, but it's nice to sit down and relax, and know that while the next week may be a crazy whirlwind, right now is quiet. Calm. Peaceful.
We had a lovely service at church this evening. It was packed and we skated in just as they were starting, so we went up to the balcony - lucky there were seats still there! The downstairs was Full. Both kids did well - they were a bit antsy, but no more so than any of the other kids there.
We came home and set out cookies for Santa, then Lucy went to bed and Toby helped wrap a couple presents. We checked the Santa Tracker a couple times, then off went Toby to bed.
We did manage a nice family photo before church, but those are on the camera still.
I probably won't be on again for a few days, so Merry Christmas to all!
Except mommy and daddy :)
But we've finished our tasks for the night and the house is quiet. We each have a mug of mulled wine, A Christmas Story is on the tv, and the kids aren't even coughing (a recent development).
Ok, nix that, Lucy just coughed again. Hope this one doesn't turn into bronchitis again.
Anyway, it's been a busy day, but it's nice to sit down and relax, and know that while the next week may be a crazy whirlwind, right now is quiet. Calm. Peaceful.
We had a lovely service at church this evening. It was packed and we skated in just as they were starting, so we went up to the balcony - lucky there were seats still there! The downstairs was Full. Both kids did well - they were a bit antsy, but no more so than any of the other kids there.
We came home and set out cookies for Santa, then Lucy went to bed and Toby helped wrap a couple presents. We checked the Santa Tracker a couple times, then off went Toby to bed.
We did manage a nice family photo before church, but those are on the camera still.
I probably won't be on again for a few days, so Merry Christmas to all!
Monday, December 21, 2009
How tall are you?
I get the feeling Toby may hear this all his life!
Out of curiosity, I did a growth predictor on both kids this morning (put in their age and size and it predicts how tall they will be as an adult).
Toby, who is currently 3 foot 7 inches and 43 lbs, should be 6 foot 3 as an adult. That's a full foot taller than me!
Lucy, who is currently 2 foot 9 inches and 27 lbs, should be 5 foot 3 inches as an adult.
I know that one is all genes o' mine.
Out of curiosity, I did a growth predictor on both kids this morning (put in their age and size and it predicts how tall they will be as an adult).
Toby, who is currently 3 foot 7 inches and 43 lbs, should be 6 foot 3 as an adult. That's a full foot taller than me!
Lucy, who is currently 2 foot 9 inches and 27 lbs, should be 5 foot 3 inches as an adult.
I know that one is all genes o' mine.
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Happy Birthday Lucy!
It took me longer than promised, but here are the pics from Lucy's bday!
First up, the bday girl in front of the Christmas tree
The after shot of her first haircut
Bangs!
"before shot"
Lucy's ladybug birthday cake (she and Toby both loved the ladybugs!)
Birthday presents!
Lucy's new kitchen set
I think we're going to repaint the kitchen at a later date - the spray paint just didn't take well, but by that time we were too late in the operation to go buy regular paint. But we can always upgrade! Lucy loves the little oven mitts too :)
She had her 2 year checkup this week too - 28 lbs and 33 inches. She's right about 50th percentile on both!
First up, the bday girl in front of the Christmas tree
The after shot of her first haircut
Bangs!
"before shot"
Lucy's ladybug birthday cake (she and Toby both loved the ladybugs!)
Birthday presents!
Lucy's new kitchen set
I think we're going to repaint the kitchen at a later date - the spray paint just didn't take well, but by that time we were too late in the operation to go buy regular paint. But we can always upgrade! Lucy loves the little oven mitts too :)She had her 2 year checkup this week too - 28 lbs and 33 inches. She's right about 50th percentile on both!
Monday, December 14, 2009
December??!?
I know I keep promising to keep the blog updated, but life has been super hectic lately. Christmas seems to do that every year, doesn't it?
While I am busy making Christmas gifts and goodies, and wrapping said gifts and cookies, the kids are keeping busy too...
I won't even try to explain. Except to say they were both happy.
We went out Christmas tree hunting just over a week ago...I love the local tree farm we use.
Here is our tree in the field
The kids had so much fun finding the tree and helping to decorate it. I've even been able to not put the "super yard" around it this year (ie, while sorely tempted the kids are not playing with the ornaments). Though I don't trust them with packages, so those will stay hidden until Christmas Eve. I do need to take a picture of the decorated tree...I didn't realize I hadn't taken one until just now!
The van got a flat yesterday so I'm staying put today - while I can drive on the spare, it just doesn't drive nearly as nicely and I'm so afraid it will leave me sit! We're hoping to get it patched tomorrow. At least we noticed the flat in the driveway, not at some store somewhere!
The big news around here is that Lucy's big "2" birthday is tomorrow. Toby is super excited and Curtis and I have been working hard on her gift! I am so excited.
All my Christmas shopping is done, which is a great feeling! Now it's time to get busy in the kitchen, and finish up those last Christmas cards.
Merry Christmas, and I will get some Birthday pics up tomorrow or Wednesday!
Michelle
ETA: I just updated my crafts blog too so if you want to see what I've been up to, pop on over. http://knittygrittychel.blogspot.com
While I am busy making Christmas gifts and goodies, and wrapping said gifts and cookies, the kids are keeping busy too...
I won't even try to explain. Except to say they were both happy.We went out Christmas tree hunting just over a week ago...I love the local tree farm we use.
Here is our tree in the field
The kids had so much fun finding the tree and helping to decorate it. I've even been able to not put the "super yard" around it this year (ie, while sorely tempted the kids are not playing with the ornaments). Though I don't trust them with packages, so those will stay hidden until Christmas Eve. I do need to take a picture of the decorated tree...I didn't realize I hadn't taken one until just now!The van got a flat yesterday so I'm staying put today - while I can drive on the spare, it just doesn't drive nearly as nicely and I'm so afraid it will leave me sit! We're hoping to get it patched tomorrow. At least we noticed the flat in the driveway, not at some store somewhere!
The big news around here is that Lucy's big "2" birthday is tomorrow. Toby is super excited and Curtis and I have been working hard on her gift! I am so excited.
All my Christmas shopping is done, which is a great feeling! Now it's time to get busy in the kitchen, and finish up those last Christmas cards.
Merry Christmas, and I will get some Birthday pics up tomorrow or Wednesday!
Michelle
ETA: I just updated my crafts blog too so if you want to see what I've been up to, pop on over. http://knittygrittychel.blogspot.com
I Really Have Been Busy
So I knew I'd been neglecting the blog of late, but I didn't realize I was 2 months behind until today - eek! So I'm showcasing some of my recent projects, sorry for the lack of details!
These are actually from this morning. My baby (sniff sniff) turns 2 tomorrow, and her present is a wooden kitchen set that daddy has been busy painting for her. So this morning I sat down and made oven mitts and a hot pad for her little set. I have also knitted a towel and washcloth for her to use with it. These mitts were so easy, and it was my first experiment with quilting - success!
These are 2 corduroy dresses I made for Lucy for this winter. Both use the same pattern and sewed up very fast.
Some of you know I have a much cherished Vera Bradley pink elephants bag and love it love it love it. When I had the opportunity to buy a yard of the fabric I jumped on it like nobody's business. I have several small projects in mind (and have a travel mug that now matches my purse), but this is one of my favorites I have done with it.
Here are 2 of the waldorf dolls I have been working on. Each of these has a firefighter outfit and an army outfit.
I have also made two dolls for my own kids, but alas, they are still naked. I have 10 days until Christmas, so I need to get hopping on some clothes for them! I spent 2 nights trying to knit up a sweater, but in frustration I threw that down yesterday and haven't had the patience to try again...it may not happen for a couple days.
And I will be working up a step by step process on the waldorf dolls - the pics have been taken, but that tutorial won't be available until next year!
These are some booties I knit for a friend
And a cashmere scarf I knit for a raffle...it is so soft...wish I could have kept it for myself!
Ok, all I used on this project was glue, but he was one of our Halloween decorations this year and I just adore him.
My first attempt at entrelac and I am in love! I also learned backwards knitting on this one and it was so smooth! I can't wait to do another of these, but I am waiting for the right yarn to come along.
A vest I sewed for my son...he picked the fabric and all :)
Ok, so I am caught up! Now I just need to finish these mittens, some clothes for the dolls, some handpuppets for Christmas present...oh dear, not enough time!
These are actually from this morning. My baby (sniff sniff) turns 2 tomorrow, and her present is a wooden kitchen set that daddy has been busy painting for her. So this morning I sat down and made oven mitts and a hot pad for her little set. I have also knitted a towel and washcloth for her to use with it. These mitts were so easy, and it was my first experiment with quilting - success!
These are 2 corduroy dresses I made for Lucy for this winter. Both use the same pattern and sewed up very fast.
Some of you know I have a much cherished Vera Bradley pink elephants bag and love it love it love it. When I had the opportunity to buy a yard of the fabric I jumped on it like nobody's business. I have several small projects in mind (and have a travel mug that now matches my purse), but this is one of my favorites I have done with it.
Here are 2 of the waldorf dolls I have been working on. Each of these has a firefighter outfit and an army outfit. 
I have also made two dolls for my own kids, but alas, they are still naked. I have 10 days until Christmas, so I need to get hopping on some clothes for them! I spent 2 nights trying to knit up a sweater, but in frustration I threw that down yesterday and haven't had the patience to try again...it may not happen for a couple days.And I will be working up a step by step process on the waldorf dolls - the pics have been taken, but that tutorial won't be available until next year!
These are some booties I knit for a friend
And a cashmere scarf I knit for a raffle...it is so soft...wish I could have kept it for myself!
Ok, all I used on this project was glue, but he was one of our Halloween decorations this year and I just adore him.
My first attempt at entrelac and I am in love! I also learned backwards knitting on this one and it was so smooth! I can't wait to do another of these, but I am waiting for the right yarn to come along.
A vest I sewed for my son...he picked the fabric and all :)
Ok, so I am caught up! Now I just need to finish these mittens, some clothes for the dolls, some handpuppets for Christmas present...oh dear, not enough time!
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