Yes I've been dreaming about posting again, but since I start work next Friday (why in the world did I vote for that?), I've been soaking up lots of Owen time. So, thought I'd just stop by to jot down some of my favorite things from summer...and to share some photos of course.
My favorite things from summer 09:
-not having to set an alarm...or rush out the door with O in tow
-breakfast with O...he's so cute when his eyes are still sleepy
-Owen walking for the first time...and now climbing on everything
-watching my baby turn into a little boy right before my eyes
-trips to Whole Foods and Trader Joes with Brian and O
-hearing "a ball" all day long...as Owen thinks everything round is a ball.
-Skype chats with the Adkins
-dinner on the deck...and yummy grilled food!
-LOTS and LOTS of walks...my favorite is when it's the 4 of us (Uno loves it too!)
-time with friends...such a lucky girl!
-hearing Lyndsay call Owen "my Owee"...too cute
-a nice visit with my Dad and stepmom
-catching up with friends on facebook...everyone really should join!
-lots of Owen and Grandma time...so special
-lots of playing outside...chasing bubbles, playing in the water table or pool, or just watching O explore and practice walking
-date night with Brian for our 9 yr. anniversary...thanks Mom!
-scrapping and being creative during the day
-forgetting (or trying) about the stress of school and issues surrounding it...
-feeling SO grateful and lucky to have such a wonderful life
-learning to love my new nose and sinuses...I can breathe again!
-shopping at farmers markets...feels good to support local farmers and reminds me of home
-hearing Mama and getting hugs and kisses
-feeling proud of Brian for all he does for us
WOW...I could really go on, but don't want to bore anyone as I'm sure you're just here for the photos...right?
Brushing our teeth (O loves it as much as I do!)...and enjoying Chiptole for the first time.
On the swing...and sharing my favorite treats from when I was young.
Playing in the water...and peeking from behind the deck post (love this one!).
Mr. Independent walking with Daddy...and yes, he is riding the 4 wheeler in the pool..
O & I on the pool (look close to see my "new" nose...still swollen with stitches in this photo...post on that to come) & blackberries from the farmers market...YUM!
Playing peek-a-boo beside our bed (also O's favorite hiding spot) and getting his first taste of Kona Ice...he loves it!
OK, looks like I got a bit carried away with photos...but I'm sure you don't mind. Ha! I also need to upload lots from the past 3 days...but am too lazy to do it right now. What I did realize is that I am hardly in any photos. I know I was "out of commission" all of July, but I wish I would have set up the timer to record more of our days together. Going to make it my goal during the next 4 days of freedom. We'll see how it goes.
Well, off to get ready for bed and get these contacts out! Only 4 more weeks until I can wear glasses again (that is if it doesn't hurt).
Love and miss you all...
peace.