Concert in the Park

Over the weekend we attempted to go to Concert in the Park. It's really neat. We've never been. The Austin Orchestra puts on different shows every Sunday night at the park. We thought that Ian would really enjoy it, so we parked at my parents and walked on over. It sprinkled for about 10 seconds, so we stopped and got some frozen yogurt on the way. By the time we go there, we were told that they decided not to play. That was a bummer. Luckily, I packed Ian's swim diaper and bathing suit and walked on over to the fountain park.

At first, Ian just watched the water, then we thought he was getting brave because he ran right in. It turns out, one of his cars was in the middle of two water spouts... Ian ran in to rescue them. He did have fun hanging out with his grandpa though.

Stephen was having a nice time relaxing.

And eventually Ian and my mom went to go find some turtles.

It was a pretty fun trip. Hopefully this weekend, they won't cancel it and we'll get to see the orchestra play.

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Odd Cravings

This pregnancy, I have been craving ridiculous things. I have decided to share them with you when I get them. Exciting, huh? Some of you may know that a while ago, I was craving watermelon, eggs, and mayo. This one is not weird, but it's pretty intense. I am craving: candy carrots, green beans, spaghetti squash, mushrooms, and asparagus! Doesn't that just make your mouth water? Let me clarify that candy carrots are not actually candy. It's what I call my mom's baked carrots. They taste like candy. I could eat them at every single meal... they are soooo good. So, if anyone wants to prepare that for me, I'm game. Just call me and I'll head over.

Ten on Tuesday

Happy 200th post day! I have nothing special for it. :)

For each of the following 10 categories, tell us which brand/product you use and why.
1. Cell Phone
AT&T. But, we're about to change over to T Mobile I think. It'll seriously cut our bill in half for the same plan.

2.Email
Gmail. I'm practically a spokesperson for Google. But, I love gmail with all of my heart and soul. Everyone should use it. I've actually converted several people. :)

3. Toothpaste
Crest at the moment, but we are not loyal brand followers.


4. Car
I drive a very old Toyota Camry. I'm very dedicated to this car. I love it.


5. Writing Utensil
A pen? I really want to try Sharpie's new retractable pen just because it looks awesome.


6. Lotion
It's not in front of me, so I don't know.


7. Interior Paint
None.

8. Soda/Drink
At the moment, A&W Root Beer. I can't drink caffeine, so this stuff is awesome! And addicting. Oh so tasty! but usually, juice or water of some sort. Stephen usually will get me different organic drinks from Sun Harvest. They are pretty tasty.


9. Laundry Detergent
All of our detergent is no scent stuff and sensitve for skin because we have one baby and another on the way. So, we generally use either Seventh Generation, Green Works, or All Free and Clear. We used Seventh Generation for a really long time because I found a super deal online and we got like a million containers.


10. Medicine.
Well, about a month ago, it was all Tums. But, my heartburn seems to have subsided, thank goodness. And now, just prenatals. I try and stay away from medicine unless I really need something. In which case, I take Tylenol.

Mommy Goggles

I always want to entitle this Mommy Googles, I might just do that.

Also, I'm thinking of making this blog public again.

I was going to type lots of captions for these pictures, but instead, made a storyboard. Ian was supposed to be napping and decided he wanted to ham it up for the camera instead. Notice, he's bossing me around in one picture.

This is what keeps me going every day. He's so stinking cute!! It's ridiculous.

Tomorrow is 10 on Tuesday and it's also my 200th post!! :)

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Date Night!

Stephen won a gift card to McCormick's and Schmick's at work, so we got to go on a wonderful date. Before we left for our date, I made Stephen take a picture, he wasn't too excited about it, but alas, he took one anyways.

Then, we dropped Ian off at my parent's place and headed out. I was very pleased. We decided to try the portebello mushroom bruchetta, and it was Oh-So-Tasty! Stephen doesn't like mushrooms, but he ate it anyways.

Doesn't my half-eaten brushetta look yummy? Good, because it was.

Next, we ate lobster and crab bisque. Need I say, I always get bisque if they have it, anywhere. It's perhaps my favorite thing (you know, besides crawfish boils).

This more than hit the spot. It was extremely tasty. I really need to learn to make bisque of some sort, seriously. Anyone have a recipe?

Doesn't Stephen look like he's really enjoying it? He is. I could have stopped the meal there, but given it was an awesome date, we took it a step further. (Side note: I'm sure Jackie and I will be going there soon and getting bisque).

Our entrees came out and they were nothing short of amazing, well mine was, I can't speak for Stephen's. Stephen decided on the Surf and Turf.

Sorry the pictures are dark, I was trying to be discrete with my huge camera. Anyways, Stephen loved it and thought it was amazing. I doubt it compared to mine though! I got salmon stuffed with blue crab and spaghetti squash (which I decided is one of my favorite vegetables).

This picture doesn't do it justice. And, we should have taken After pictures of ourselves. I imagine we'd be sprawled out on the floor with full bellies.

I actually have a mommy goggles post for tomorrow, so check back!

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Quick Update

I'm about to start making lunch, but I thought that I'd give a quick update. Yesterday I called my doctor because I was having really bad lower stomach pains, from about 3am to 9am. Long story short, they called me in and everything checked out okay, but I have keep an eye on it. My mom ended up watching Ian all day while I literally laid on the couch all day, until work. It was so nice. I even got in a 20 minute nap! The pains are gone today, so that's good.

Before the doctor's appointment yesterday, I had to drop Ian off at Stephen's work so that I could make it to the doctor. This morning, Ian woke up saying "agua" instead of "water." I'm guessing someone at work taught him because I never speak spanish to him, but they do at work.

I promise I'll try to start posting some substantial blogs... with pictures! I just haven't had the time. :)

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adventurous day

First off, my A key is completely gone and destroyed, thank you Ian. And my Y and B keys are still missing. I did get into a tiff with Stephen and told him next time Ian picked up his Kindle, I was just going to let him destroy it. This is ridiculous, it is very difficult to use the A keyless hole. This is one of those things I should put on shit my kids ruined, but it's on there. I should also incriminate his father for playing video games and letting Ian do as he pleases.

Speaking of Ian, his new favorite thing is to throw things away in the trash can. We have one of those that you hold your hand above and it opens, I'm sure it's fun.I just hope he doesn't throw away any toys.He also used my robe to clean up a spill yesterday, he's so handy.

I was going to write a lot more, but this keyboard is driving me nuts. Plus, I've been having stomach pains, so I'm just gonig to lay down and do nothing todau, besides watch  Ian.