tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-230817059270136582024-03-06T00:07:36.547-05:00The Bubblehead Bridemy life as a navy wife, mom, and general coordinator of chaosThe Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-59277216818115962542014-01-18T00:03:00.002-05:002014-01-18T00:03:54.961-05:00Five on Friday<div style="text-align: center;">
One of my blogging goals this year is to keep up with a new Five on Friday! I am going to be linking up with some new ladies <a href="http://www.the-good-life-blog.com/">Darci</a>, <a href="http://alizadventures.blogspot.com/">April</a>, <a href="http://www.northcarolinacharm.com/">Christina</a>, and <a href="http://www.hellohappinessblog.com/">Natasha</a>.</div>
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1.)) This has been going on here lately. I know I should stop her because when I am paying orthodontic bills in 15 years I am going to regret it, but look at her. It's possibly the cutest thing I have ever seen.</div>
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2.)) Little boy has had a rough week. It's tough being 2, ya know! As a treat, I gave him a little chocolate ice cream. Then I made the mistake of going to the bathroom. This was the result. </div>
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3.)) Lest I leave little sister out of this weeks shenanigans. Really, she's just a hot mess <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(I wonder where she gets that from)</span>.</div>
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4.)) I found myself looking back through some old posts for something in particular and loved that I found myself saying, "wow, I forgot all about that". My goal this year is to increase my blogging so that I remember all the little things of the kids growing up. Sooo, I am going to follow suit of something my friend <a href="http://www.thestimsonchronicles.com/">Cameron</a> is doing and post a snip it every day. She is doing a picture a day on her blog, but lets face it, sometimes I fail to take a picture a day. Especially when we are chilling in our pajamas. Regardless, I want to post something whether it be a picture or something memorable from our day. </div>
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5.)) Moving to a new place has given me the opportunity to make a ton of new friends, and thankfully, I have met some really amazing ladies since moving here. This made me giggle…and it kind of rang true:</div>
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The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-24677387278232582872014-01-01T12:08:00.000-05:002014-01-03T12:09:30.357-05:002013 In Review!<br />
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I love seeing all of my friends recap their year on Facebook. It got me thinking about everything that we've had going on this year…it's been a big one full of many life changes. In the spirit of recapping here is our year in review…<br />
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Ed and I took our first real vacation since becoming parents! We had gone away for weekends for weddings and the such, but we spent a week in Lake Tahoe. We were able to ski/snowboard, relax, and even took a day trip to San Francisco.<br />
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We found out I was pregnant in February and took a weekend trip to Connecticut. Preston got to visit his girlfriend, Lila. Don't be fooled…he's not as leery of her as he seems in these pictures. We looked at possibly buying a house, but thankfully found out we wouldn't be stationed there before it was too late!<br />
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We found out that we were expecting not one, but two babies and I prepared this birth announcement to share later! Preston and I prepared to leave Memphis at the end of the month and spent time taking in the touristy things like seeing the ducks at the Peabody with our friends Ayden and Marie. </div>
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I spent a lot of time loving on my sweet boy, as I spent the longest amount of time away from him to date. While I got settled in Connecticut he had the chance to stay with all 3 sets of grandparents for a total of 2 1/2 weeks. Needless to say there were lots of tears on my part. Ed had lasik eye surgery in Florida and I flew down to surprise him with these two dresses -- we found out we were having GIRLS! I worked part time at the Stonington Country Club (where I worked when we were stationed in CT before).<br />
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We got settled into our new house in Connecticut and Preston joined me! He got his first real haircut (and did an awesome job!), we spent a lot of time with our dear friends (and Preston's girlfriend), we spent as much time outside as possible (here is Ed and Preston at Cows and Cones in Ledyard, CT petting a donkey). And I hit the 5 month mark!!<br />
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We spent a lot more time outside enjoying the beautiful New England weather! We took a couple of trips to the beach (which Preston wasn't a huge fan of), played in our pool outside and ate <i>a lot </i>of popsicles! The house we were renting didn't have air conditioning so we did whatever it took to stay cool. I also had the wonderful opportunity to see one of my favorite bloggers speak. Glennon Melton over at <a href="http://www.momastery.com/">Momastery</a> is one of my favorite people that I don't know in real life, so I was so excited to hear her in person! </div>
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We spent the beginning of July in New York with Ed's family. Part of it in Buffalo and a few days in Alfred at his grandparents farm. It was nice to get away from everything, let Preston get dirty playing outside, and cook over the campfire! Not long after that, though, little man had surgery to fix his hypospadias. He was such a trooper and we were so glad to get him taken care of while we could offer him our undivided attention! Towards the end of the month Preston and I took our last solo trip to WV to visit my family. Also…my stomach got <i>really</i> big. </div>
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My friend Amanda threw me a "sprinkle" for the girls arrival and I enjoyed having so many of my favorite ladies in the same spot! Also, we finally got rid of our boat! They say the two best days of a boat owners life are the day they get a boat and the day they get rid of it. It was definitely worth a champagne toast!</div>
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Of course, September was busy welcoming our little girls! Addison Margaret May was born on September 17 at 9:01 am weighing 5 lbs 6 oz and Delaney Gail May was born at 9:02 am weighing 4 lbs 15 oz. A good friend of mine from high school sent me a picture of the sign above and no truer statement was ever made. That is how I feel on so many days (though, I admittedly tend to focus on how full my hands are and less so on how full my heart is. Hey, I'm only human!). </div>
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We were very lucky that my parents were able to come to Connecticut and help us with the girls and Preston while we adjusted to having the girls home! Mom and I even took the first adventure out with all 3 of them to the park. Look at Preston's face…he is so proud to be a big brother! Ed and I managed to sneak in a couple of date nights before being apart for a couple of weeks during the move, as I went to WV for a couple of weeks with the kids while he went to NY and then headed west on his own.</div>
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Preston went to NY to stay with Ed's family while my mom and I drove the girls cross country (my in-laws flew him out after we had arrived). He got to spend Halloween with them and he was <i>the cutest</i> pirate. I, personally, am amazed he not only kept the costume on, but sat in it for a picture! The majority of the month of November was spent driving and getting settled into our new house. You can see how ridiculous the car was during the trip, and no, we didn't drive with Laney in the center console. Girlfriend just needed to stretch out during one of our many stops. Finally…home sweet home!</div>
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December found us finally settling into the new house and getting some projects done. Preston got upgraded to a big boy bed and he LOVES it! He has done such a good job with the transition and generally stays put until someone comes and gets him (for now anyway). This was the first Christmas that we spent in our own home, as we generally travel to my family or Ed's. It was fun to create our own traditions, especially now that Preston is understanding the concept of Santa and was so excited! </div>
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We have had a wonderful (and busy) 2013 and I look forward to all that awaits us in 2014!</div>
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The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-78942655600575017912013-12-31T00:10:00.003-05:002013-12-31T00:10:59.838-05:00Motherhood Hasn't Swallowed Me Whole -- Yet.Unintentionally, I took a few months off from blogging. Life has been full of moving, getting settled, the holidays and ya know -- raising babies! We successfully made it to Washington, and I dare say, are settled in our house. There is still work to be done, but we've only been here a couple of months and I think we have made great progress! I will try to do some room reveals in the coming weeks. Preston turned 2 in November, we had a lovely Thanksgiving with friends, and celebrated Christmas in our own home for the first time.<br />
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Since we have been MIA for a while…here is a massive photo dump of the cuteness my days entail:<br />
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Overall, I think we are settling into being a family of 5 rather well. We have definitely had some trying moments, but I think that comes with any transition! The girls are growing so fast! Both of them are close to rolling over and I suspect that Laney is cutting a couple of teeth! Addie is definitely the easy going one and Laney is so sassy. I have known it since she was in utero…she is going to be my hand full! </div>
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<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-7672422236120282122013-10-30T23:55:00.001-04:002013-10-30T23:55:18.565-04:00Not such a little family any more!I realize that I havent blogged in forever. I've actually meant to, but, ya know... taking care of 2 babies and a toddler tends to take a lot of time and energy.<br />
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Tomorrow we set off on our cross country road trip. Ed is already en route to Washington and will make it there tomorrow or Friday. My mom and I head out tomorrow with the girls and my in-laws will be flying out with Preston next weekend. I am looking forward to the new adventure...though a little apprehensive about the trip itself!<br />
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Because there is so much going on and we head out bright and early I will leave you with some pictures of our last month as a family of 5!<br />
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My handsome boy! He seems so big now!</div>
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Happening right now...she sleeps while I blog. Also, I should note, she is the reason I am still awake.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18px; text-align: center;">I was paired up with Heather at <a href="http://www.cheekhm.blogspot.com/">Becoming Beloved</a>! She described her style as </span>Simple, Natural, Outdoors-y, Colorful, and Ecclectic. This was super fun because Heather didn't know that she was my match. I got to stalk her blog and her pinterest boards and find her something she would love! It was like being a secret santa. Except not. If you want to see what I sent her, I urge you to go over and check out her blog. You won't be disappointed!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was lucky enough to have been matched up to receive a package from our lovely host, Amy! Amy sent me the sweetest </span>package:<br />
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The print reads, "I can't imagine life without a table between us" from the book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bread-Wine-Letter-Around-Recipes/dp/0310328179/ref=tmm_hrd_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1380155752&sr=8-1">Bread & Wine</a> written by Shauna Niequist. This has been on my to-read list since it came out and the print is totally my style! I can't wait to hang it in the new house! Amy got this print from a website that I wasnt familiar with - <a href="http://www.lindsayletters.com/">Lindsay Letters</a>. If you are into typography, especially, you have to check out their store! They have tons of great prints as well as mugs, stamps, and canvas prints. I. Want. It. All.</div>
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Also included in the box were two packages of notecards, a "C" stamp, and a <i>beautiful</i> necklace from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/IMSMI?ref=l2-shopheader-name">IMSMI</a>. I don't know if you can see it clearly (my picture taking skills were lacking) but it has three hearts that are all connected on a gold chain. Amy said she thought it would be perfect since I had Preston and the two girls on the way. She was right! It also just so happened that I received her package on the day the girls were born. Talk about good timing! I love how delicate the necklace is and I feel like I can wear it with anything, which I love! </div>
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<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-70048168425769638072013-09-18T22:44:00.002-04:002013-09-18T22:44:58.390-04:00Introductions are in order!Friends, Family, and Bloggy Friends,<br />
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1.)) If you follow me on Instagram (@chelseymay72) you have seen this, but it remains a favorite and I swear I breathe a sigh of relief every time I see it. It does, however, require a little back story. In the summer of 2010 Ed decided that he wanted to buy a boat. He bought said boat and we had a fabulous summer playing on it. We made lots of great memories, we took the boat to Block Island, RI where he proposed, and many nights after work we would go out on the boat just to grill out for dinner and relax. The boat, however, was a MONEY PIT. It started having tons of trouble and I swear we might as well have been through money into the wind. Long story short, this past Friday WE GOT RID OF THE BOAT!!!! We have been trying to sell it with no luck and finally ended up donating it. Then we toasted good riddance to the Shelly Jake. Our friend Mike is also pictured here, as he is the one it took care of all of the issues while we were in Tennessee. It's true what they say -- <i>the best days in a boat owners life are the day they get their boat and the day they get rid of it!!</i><br />
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2.)) I can't get over the sweetness of this picture. For the first time <b>ever</b>, Preston fell asleep completely on his own where he was laying. We were trying to pack some stuff for an evening away at some friends house and he was laying on the bed watching Mickey Mouse. Kid passed out! He slept like that for a good half hour. I can't believe how big he is getting!<br />
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3.)) We have a new house! This is, obviously, a crappy picture, but this is the only good one I have of the outside and it just doesnt fit. Regardless, we are in the midst of doing all the paperwork and, if all goes well, will close in the middle of October. Yay!<br />
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4.)) We had a false alarm last week and thought that the girls might be joining us early. I was, admittedly, freaking out, and texting my best friend. Now when I freak out I just remind myself of her wise words :-)<br />
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5.)) My parents have been in town this week to help with Preston and to get things ready for the girls arrival. My mom is going to be here indefinitely, while my dad will be traveling back and forth from our house and theirs. Along with my parents are their 2 dogs. Preston's favorite part of the day now is helping my dad feed the dogs. He is allowed to scoop the food into their dog bowls, and if that fails, he throws handfuls in there.<br />
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Hope everyone is having a great day and a fun fall-esque weekend! Make sure you head over to <a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/">Lauren Elizabeth</a> to check our her H54F!The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-69628904338869768462013-09-12T19:07:00.000-04:002013-09-12T19:07:31.375-04:00Raising a Reader!<div style="text-align: center;">
I have always loved to read! Even as a child I remember having a love for books (and subsequently, writing my name in permanent marker inside all of my books). As a parent myself, I have tried hard to instill a love of reading in Preston. I remember buying him "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" when he was probably 2 weeks old, because really, what newborn <i>doesnt</i> need to hear about the Who's down in Whoville?!? <a href="http://www.tomoson.com/?code=TOPf42fcfa2eacd11b55c6cb8535aee7815" rel="nofollow"><img src="http://www.tomoson.com/images/front/pixel.png" style="display: none;" /></a></div>
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Now at the age of <span style="font-size: x-small;">(almost) </span>2, he has his own favorites and loves to keep books in his crib to look at while he falls asleep. Most of them include animals, marine life, or pirates. He is a boy after all. So, when I was given the opportunity to review a children's book, I was absolutely thrilled! </div>
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I am back again this month for my monthly Cara Box reveal! Things are changing a bit with the Cara Box, so this will be my last one for a while. Instead of making it a monthly thing, Kaitlyn (who is expecting her first baby) has opted to make it quarterly...giving participants a little more time to get to know each other and get the boxes together. The new format starts next month, but seeing as how I will have my hands full for those few months, I will likely not participate until the match-up in December!<br />
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This months theme was "Seasons of Life", which centered around the way we were matched up (single or married, childless or a parent..). Given that theme, I was paired with two fabulous mommas that I have had the pleasure to get to know!<br />
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First, I was paired with Whitney from <a href="http://mamaandmister.blogspot.co.uk/">Mama and Mister</a>. She and her husband live in Utah and have a cute little boy named Ryder, as well as a lab named Cash. Whitney was so fun to get to know and we found that we have a TON in common! Stop by and say hi and see what I sent her!<br />
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The second momma I had the pleasure of getting to know was Jessica from <a href="http://www.bluebirdsisters.com/">Bluebird Sisters</a>. She and her adorable family live in Texas and she, too, has been an absolute blast to get to know! We also have a lot in common and it was nice talking to a mom with a child a little older than Preston (her "Bird" is almost 4...and so cute!). She sent me the sweetest box:<br />
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As you can see, it included a pretty Family themed picture frame, Cheetos (a huge pregnancy craving -- yum! Preston and I may or may not have already eaten the whole bag), a pink mustache scarf, number magnets for P, matching bows for the girls, and an insulated tumbler. What's funny is that I never even told Jessica about my obsession with tumblers. I literally have, like, 5 and drink out of them every.single.day. This box was definitely "me" and I appreciate all of the thoughtfulness that Jessica put into it!<br />
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<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-14123546801674829412013-08-23T08:00:00.000-04:002013-08-23T08:01:19.853-04:00High Five for Friday - v. 7Happy Friday!!<br />
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1)) A little family time in the pool!<br />
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2)) I took Preston to Target for a "quick" trip. He did such a good job that he got popcorn as a reward....and on the way home he proceeded to dump it all over his carseat. Don't let the face fool you -- he thought it was hysterical to eat it off of his lap.<br />
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3)) Her royal highness lounging in the pool. She lives a rough life.<br />
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4)) Seriously, this kid looks like he is 12! When did he get so big?<br />
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5)) Ed picked Preston up from daycare for me one day this week because I was really busy (read: my pedicure was taking longer than anticipated). He sent me this picture with the caption "You Suck". I should also note that P is cutting his 2 year molars, so really, this is not an anomaly.<br />
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Go say hi to<a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/"> Lauren Elizabeth</a> to join us next week for H54F!The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-67172468227551354922013-08-16T22:00:00.000-04:002013-08-23T08:01:13.920-04:00H54F - v. 6I'm a little late getting my High Five for Friday up! This week has been busy with nesting projects and general craziness. So, without further ado --<br />
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1)) P is very interested in hats lately. Don't let that full you, though. He wont actually wear one that fits his head...he's only interested in DADDY's hats.</div>
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2)) Another recap from our trip to WV -- this was us on the plane before take off. Both pretty happy for 6 am!</div>
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3)) I got my first sponsored product review in the mail this week! Stay tuned in the upcoming days for a review and giveaway!!</div>
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4)) My friend, Amanda, threw me a "sprinkle" last weekend, which was so fun! It was nice to celebrate with so many wonderful friends. These are 3 of my closest friends -- 2 of which were in my wedding (and the third being married to the best man in our wedding). Love being so close to friends! </div>
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5)) Incase you missed it -- THE DRESSERS ARE DONE!! Hallelujah! If you want to know more about what we did - you can check it out <a href="http://bubbleheadbride.blogspot.com/2013/08/dresser-reveal-finally.html">here</a>!</div>
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Annd head over to <a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/">Lauren Elizabeth</a> to join in on the fun! </div>
The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-37238982192158321922013-08-14T19:21:00.002-04:002013-08-14T19:21:52.920-04:00Dresser Reveal (Finally!)I wrote a month or so ago about some DIY projects that I wanted to complete before the girls were born (see <a href="http://bubbleheadbride.blogspot.com/2013/06/to-do-lists.html">To-Do Lists</a>). I am happy to say that some of them have been completed, like the office organization and the chair/table recovering. Preston's baby book has made progress, but still isn't done. Hey, I still have a month, right?!?<br />
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Anyway, that very weekend my mom and I went yard-saling and found a dresser set that I wanted to re-do for the girls nursery. Preston's dresser used to be my dads and after some stripping (of the dresser...not me) and staining, Ed made it look brand new. So, I decided to save us a huge chunk of money and re-do dressers for the girls. How hard could it be, right?<br />
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My original plan did not include making them shabby looking, but after what felt like 700 coats of primer and paint we found that the drawers would no longer fit in the dresser. Ed had to do a ton of sanding and re-working to make them fit and we discovered that we actually liked it better this way AND it goes with the vintage-y look of their nursery. </div>
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In addition to the paint, I also painted the drawers pink, added glass knobs, and lined them with a fun floral wrapping paper. It was a lot more work than I anticipated, for a number of reasons. After we started sanding the finish off we found that red dye was leaking through and near impossible to cover up (hence the 700 coats of primer and paint), then because the dressers were so old the pulls were oddly spaced so we had to fill them in and drill new holes. Add to that the humidity, and oh, a hugely pregnant woman working on them and yeah...it took a couple of months. All in all, though, I am really happy with how they turned out. I honestly couldn't have done it without help from my mom and Ed, though, so a huge thank you to them! </div>
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The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-25469222369642266262013-08-09T08:22:00.001-04:002013-08-23T08:01:07.055-04:00High Five for Friday: Recap Addition (v. 5)I have been missing from the H54F posts for a couple of weeks so have some cute pictures from those couple of weeks!<br />
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1)) This is an anomaly! Zoey is infamous for running at the mere sight of Preston...most days she lays behind the couch where he tends to not bother her. On this day she was snuggling with me on the couch and he decided to join us...she even let him touch her. Amazing.<br />
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2)) Our good friends from Memphis, Mike and Brenna, spent a couple of months in Hawaii for Navy business and sent Preston a cute package with a lei and some Hawaiian animal crackers. He loves the lei so much that we had to put it on the shelf in his room!<br />
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3)) I have been busy trying to get things that we need for the girls, especially things that we don't think of because we already own ONE. I was at Once Upon a Child a couple of weeks ago and picked up a second Boppy pillow. Someone took it as her own almost immediately. Even today the cover is still off and Preston and Zoey take turns laying on it. Perhaps I need a third Boppy?!?<br />
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4)) Don't let this photo fool you...we have had no birthdays in our house recently. This has been my latest ploy to save sanity at the grocery store. This day in particular Preston was melting down but I HAD to go to the store. You will notice he isn't even wearing pants. Oh, we were so that family. Anyway, I got him a balloon to make our trip a little less disastrous. Anything with "Melmo" on it is awesome in this house! Also, I just threw this balloon away yesterday. It lasted three weeks. I'd say that's a good $3 spent.<br />
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5)) Oy. This photo still makes me crazy. I couldnt find Zoey for over an hour (while Preston was napping) and walked all over our yard, which is like 2 acres, yelling for her. I called my mom sobbing absolutely certain that something horrible had happened to her and/or that someone had taken her. On my last loop around the house I found her. In the flower bed outside our front door. I'm not even kidding.<br />
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** Don't let these photos fool you....we do have a second dog. A 7 year old chocolate lab named Bella. It's not that I dont love Bella (and choose not to include her). Bella is just smart enough to avoid most of the shenanigans. <br />
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If you want to participate in High Five for Friday head on over to see Lauren at <a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/">Lauren Elizabeth</a> and link up!The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-18988770151086911202013-08-06T07:39:00.003-04:002013-08-06T07:40:10.995-04:00Stella & Dot Mystery HostessHey ladies! Who is up for some online shopping on this lovely Tuesday morning?!? As I might have mentioned in a previous post, I am in the midst of hosting an online mystery hostess show for Stella & Dot as a fun fall line launch!<br />
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Just like the poster says, for every $25 spent you will be entered into a drawing to win the hostess rewards. Right now they are totaling almost $75 in free jewelry and half off shopping! There are a lot of fabulous pieces for both summer and fall and with almost 50% off the line under $50, you are sure to find something that you love!</div>
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Though, I am a little late, I am excited to talk about this months Cara Box! The theme for July was "Sail Away" -- so, it was a nautical theme. And if you know me at all, you know I love all things nautical!<br />
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I had the pleasure of being paired up with Brittany to send a box to. We found out, almost instantly, that we had a lot in common and it was so fun getting to know her! She and her husband, Adam, live in Alabama and she is just the sweetest! She's a social worker (which I loved hearing about) and does great work with adolescent boys and girls. If you want to see the box that I sent Brittany (or just to say hi!) hop on over to <a href="http://adam-n-brittany.blogspot.com/">Adam and Brittany (Life in Dixie)</a>.<br />
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This month I received my box from Holly at <a href="http://sunshineandgrey.blogspot.com/">Sunshine State of Mind</a>. Holly is a momma, wife, and majorly talented photographer. She was so fun to get to know and sent me the sweetest box!<br />
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Not only did she send ME some seriously cute goodies, but she remembered all of my kiddos as well (even those that we are still waiting to meet!). Pictured you can see a pirate sword and shield for Preston, matching seahorse onesies for the girls, an adorable anchor headband, nautical rhinestone stickers, and an adorable scarf!<br />
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If you want to join in the fun of Cara Box -- head on over to <a href="http://www.wifessionals.com/p/cara-box-exchange.html">Wifessionals</a> and get in on the fun!!<br />
<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-11450399213215973532013-07-19T16:34:00.002-04:002013-07-19T16:34:37.405-04:00H54F v. 4I am back again this week for another edition of High Five for Friday!!<br />
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1)) Preston got a new light up laptop toy. Not only was he amused...so was Zoey. It occupied them both for approximately 5 minutes.</div>
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2)) While I didnt take this picture this week it was too cute not to share! This was Preston pre-surgery last week. Love that YNH Children's Hospital had an array of toys in the exam rooms. This boy was in dump trunk heaven! </div>
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3)) Yes, that says 102 degrees. I am dying. DYING I tell you! 7 months pregnant and 102 degrees dont mix...especially when only our bedrooms are air conditioned!</div>
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4)) One of my dear friends sent me this in a next this week...followed by an ultrasound picture and the message "no, I really do!". So excited for her!!!</div>
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5)) My fingers have officially become too swollen for my wedding ring. I have since added a different ring in its place (my mom's anniversary band), but its not the same! </div>
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<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-55142456484053279762013-07-15T21:16:00.000-04:002013-07-30T20:07:23.552-04:00Monday Musings v. 3I have been MIA the past couple of weeks due to some craziness, but am happy to be back again for another version of Monday Musings!<br />
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* We have <i>finally</i> received official verbal orders for our next duty station. Bremerton, Washington here we come! We have been told for the last couple of months that this is where we are going to be going but without official orders it was meaningless. Hell, with official orders its still relatively meaningless. The submarine force is notorious for changing things (often for good reason) and it can be tough to change plans on a whim. Neither of us have ever been to Washington so I'd love to hear from anyone who knows anything about the area!<br />
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* Preston had his surgery last Wednesday, which explains why things have been absolutely crazy around here and I have not posted in a while. Everything went well, but we have been running around like crazy people since. He is generally happy during the day but sleeping is rough and diaper changing has been advanced to a whole new level of torture.<br />
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* Stella & Dot has released the fall preview for stylists and there are some seriously cute pieces getting ready to come out! It's hard to think about a fall wardrobe when its 100 degrees out, though. I have been slow with S&D lately because of moving and being gigantically pregnant but I am hoping to get a couple of shows in over the next couple of months. If you are interested in shopping for some great pieces you can go <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/ChelseyMay">here</a>, or if you want to host your own show and get them for free just let me know! I'd love to set up a show for you!<br />
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* I am participating in a children's book exchange with some fellow bloggers. It's kind of a like an old school chain letter in that you send a book to child #1, move #2 up and add your child to #2 then pass it along to 6 other moms or moms to be. If you'd love to participate I have a couple of slots open. It's nice because you can literally just send one book via amazon and then get books from others! Everyone loves getting stuff in the mail!<br />
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<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-80014122659668912372013-07-01T21:11:00.001-04:002013-07-01T21:11:40.827-04:00Monday Musings v.2<br />
Welcome to Monday Musings where I discuss all of the random things that are going on around here!<br />
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* I tried out a delicious new desert today (you read that correctly...today. In my opinion, pregnant women need not wait until after dinner to have desert, though I will likely have desert again). I digress. The desert I made was a VERY easy cobbler. My blog friend Andi posted the recipe on her blog and I have been dying to try it. Run on over <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/frame?post=1194788439&group=6330933&frame_type=b&blog=6330933&link=aHR0cDovL2Fsb29rYXRsaWZlZnJvbWFkaWZmZXJlbnRhbmdsZS5ibG9nc3BvdC5jb20vMjAxMy8wNi91aC1vaHdlLWFyZS1pbi10cm91YmxlLW5vdy5odG1s&frame=1&click=0&user=0">there</a> to see how to make a cobbler with 3 ingredients and very minimal work. I made mine with apples. It was delish!<br />
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* We have had to implement time out around here the last couple of days. P is actually really easy to get along with, but he has decided to start testing boundaries...namely playing in the dogs water bowls and throwing his toys at them. He seems to understand that he is in trouble but it hasn't changed his behavior. Yet.<br />
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* P's urology appointment went well last week and we were able to schedule surgery for next Wednesday. It's crazy we were able to do it so soon....I'm quite nervous, especially since Ed isnt able to get out of work to go with me.<br />
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* I went to the city (NYC) with some friends this weekend to see a Broadway show, which was a lot of fun! We are all moms to toddlers and crazy pregnant, which made it even more entertaining. We went and say <a href="http://www.broadway.com/shows/nance/">The Nance</a>, which we all had mixed reviews on. The first act was pretty funny but the end left much to be desired. The one thing that made it worth it is that we were able to see it with Nathan Lane starring as Chauncey. He is amazingly talented, and funny, and I really don't know that the show would have been half as entertaining with someone else in that role.<br />
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* We are going to Buffalo this weekend to see Ed's family since he has a long weekend off. It's crazy to think that this is likely the last time we will be able to go before the girls are born.<br />
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Hope everyone has a fantastic week!<br />
<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-85430724468151912702013-06-30T10:55:00.000-04:002013-06-30T10:55:31.258-04:00Goodbye Google Reader!As of tomorrow, Google Reader will be saying goodbye! I'd hate to lose those of you who follow me! So, run on over to BlogLovin' (which is wonderful!) and follow me there! I'll be sure to follow you back!<br />
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It's that time of the month again where I get to tell you all about the lovely ladies that I met through the Cara Box Exchange!<br />
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This months the box was carnival/fair themed, which proved to be quite challenging -- but fun! I was paired up with the lovely Chelsee at <a href="http://www.southernbeautyguide.com/">Southern Beauty Guide</a> and Andi from <a href="http://alookatlifefromadifferentangle.blogspot.com/">A Look At Life From a Different Angle</a>.<br />
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First, meet Chelsee:<br />
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Look at this stuff! I told Andi about how carnival food was (and honestly still is) my favorite part. Specifially, I told her about how much I loved funnel cakes and the fresh donuts that we use to get. Well, she obviously couldnt mail me a funnel cake but found these amazing donuts which literally look and smell like the ones I remember. Another funny story (which my mother will appreciate it) was regarding the games I played as a kid and all the random fish I won. One year, though, I actually won a bunny and my mom wouldnt let me keep him. As a parent I totally dont blame her because, really, who needs a bunny as a pet, but at the time it was quite a disappointment. Andi got me a fish...and a bunny :-) Also in there are some squirt guns (which Preston and I are so playing with when he wakes up), some delicious Banana Fosters flavored coffee, candy, and a sweet note. </div>
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Annnd if you didnt notice the adorableness in the front row -- Andi made the girls matching onesies with little pearls and flowers on them. People, she MADE them! They are to die for and I still can't get over them. She also makes tutus and I'm already figuring out what colors I want her to make for my two little ladies.</div>
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The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-50627999682003751582013-06-24T21:14:00.002-04:002013-06-24T21:20:38.412-04:00Monday Musings v.1Happy Monday! I missed my H54F this week, which actually worked out because all of the cute pictures that I was going to show you will be featured in coming posts (like Preston's first trip to the beach!).<br />
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I figured I would try something a little different around here, which I am going to call Monday Musings. I feel like I might have read this on someone else's blog, but I cant find where. If I totally stole this idea, please let me know, because that was not my intention!<br />
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* I just saw a commercial (literally 10 seconds ago) stating that Burn Notice is in its final season! How am I just hearing about this? Does anyone else watch Burn Notice? The acting has gotten actually pretty bad the past couple of seasons but I feel like my Thursdays might be empty without Michael, Fiona, Sam, and Jesse.<br />
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* It is literally like 1,000 degrees in this house! Okay, perhaps that a slight exaggeration. Whats not an exaggeration, though, is that the thermostat reads in the 80's. It was so hot today and we don't have central air. I kept thinking summer would be much more bearable not being in Memphis, but I cant believe how much I got use to air conditioning!<br />
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* Tomorrow is Preston's first appointment with the pediatric urologist at Yale, which I am slightly nervous about. He was born with a defect called hypospadias, which needs to be fixed sooner than later. We met with urologists in Memphis, but didn't have time to have the corrective surgery before we left. I am comforted that he will be treated by some of the best in the country, but still nervous because he's my baby. If you are at all curious about hypospadias, you can check out <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/hypospadias.html">this</a> page.<br />
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* On a lighter note....if you're watching Real Housewives of Orange County like I am have you seen the episode where they are at the beach for Tamara's bachelorette party? Am I the only one who noticed that Tamara has had so much work done on her mid section that she doesn't have a bellybutton? I'm generally not one to talk about someones looks but, seriously, it creeped me out.<br />
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* Finally, we are in the midst of (maybe) finding out where we will be living in 5 months. It changes all the time so I wont be convinced until it is in writing. Even then I am expecting them to call us 2 weeks out, like they are prone to do, and tell us it has changed. Ahh the glories of the Navy. As of now we are likely going to be stationed in Bangor, Washington. We have started looking at houses and getting a handle on logistically moving a toddler, two newborns, and two dogs cross country. If anyone is familiar with the Pac-Nor-West I'd love to hear from you and get your take on things!<br />
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<br />The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-30245987773912601732013-06-14T16:27:00.001-04:002013-06-14T16:30:16.531-04:00H54FHappy Friday!! If you are new to High Five for Friday -- head on over to <a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/" target="_blank">Lauren Elizabeth</a> where we are all linking up our happy moments from this week!!<br />
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1.)) We had some of Ed's classmates and their families over for a cookout. The guys were playing washers and someone else wanted to be involved...his daddy convinced him to sit on the cornhole boards instead. </div>
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2.)) This was my to-do list from one day earlier this week. One day. You remember my earlier discussion about to-do lists. It felt good marking every single thing off that list...and no, it didnt all get done that day!</div>
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3.)) Little man and I had a lunch date at McDonalds this week. Actually, he ate lunch...I ate a McFlurry. He was the best lunch date in town!</div>
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4.)) My mom (Preston's NeNa) is visiting this weekend. It's so nice to have another set of hands during the day. She was putting his shoes on so he could go "side" (outside). </div>
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5.)) This dog is a hot mess. That's all there really is to it. She sat like this for who knows how long. </div>
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You'll see where they mention that active members get exclusive access to deals, promotions, and swag. Essentially, companies use influenster members to test out and rate products they are premiering. It's tons of fun! Just recently I had the opportunity to test out Ivory's new 2-1 product -- shampoo, conditioner and body wash (so really its kind of 3 in 1!) all in one container and at an insanely affordable price!</div>
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One thing that I absolutely loved about this product was the smell. I got the refreshing scent, but it also comes in an invigorating/energizing scent. The first time I used the product I used it on my hair and body. I couldnt believe how soft and silky my hair was after I dried it! The one thing that I didnt like was that my hair got staticy as the day went on. A couple of times I actually had to run some extra mousse through it just to get it under control. Since then I have used it mostly as a body wash and I love the amount of suds it makes and how clean I feel. </div>
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Ivory markets it as a baby/kids product as well, because you can use it all over! I tried it on P, and again, really liked it...but I was concerned about getting it in his eyes. He started screeching at one point, but really...who knows if thats because it was in his eyes or because he's almost 19 months old and screeches for no reason. </div>
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Overall, I would buy this product if only to use as a body wash. It was incredibly affordable (cheaper than a lot of other body washes I compared it to) and the smell was awesome! Ed would probably use something like this on the boat, because time is of the essence on a submarine and he often uses combination products like this. I am going to try this out again with P and see how it fairs! </div>
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The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-27095058520037621752013-06-10T11:31:00.000-04:002013-06-10T11:31:35.025-04:00To- Do ListsAnyone who knows me can attest to my love for lists. Ed insists on making "mental to-do lists" (rather, he gives himself a reason to conveniently forget the tasks he doesn't want to do). I, on the other hand have to make a list. I have lists that coincide with other lists. I'm a little type-A.<br />
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Anyway, I always find that before some big life-changing event I want to do a million different things that really aren't <i>that</i> important. This happens most often when I am pregnant or we are getting ready to move. As luck would have it....we are in the midst of both. Now, we aren't moving for another 5 months (and lets be honest...not at all if I get my way, which I won't, because the Navy is in charge), but thats just enough time for me to do all kinds of random things that are seemingly unnecessary to anyone but me.<br />
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1.)) Preston's Baby Book<br />
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You read that right...the kid is going to be two and doesnt even have a completed baby book. Not for a lack of trying, though. In all actuality, he has probably 3 half created baby books. I did make a super cute Memory Keeper for him from <a href="http://www.papercoterie.com/" target="_blank">Paper Coterie</a> that has his hospital hat and bracelet and other memorabilia in it, but I'd like an actual book. Thus, I am working on a digital book, because that seems like the only way it will get done! Where else am I going to put all of those cute cards that people wrote when his name was going to be Parker?!?</div>
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Never in a million years will my office look like this. Mainly because Ed would have nowhere to put his submarine memorabilia if I went with a pink and green color scheme. Right now our office tends to be a couple of things: a) a Navy diggit room and b) a hot mess. As I look around, there are stacks everywhere I look. We are talking unopened (and opened) mail, things that are broken, a stack of stuff for goodwill, and upward of 3 cameras. I. Want. To. Scream. For all I know this picture above has the exact same stuff just shoved into color coordinated boxes. I am good with that. Just get it off my freaking desk.<br /><br />
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3.)) Re-Covering Folding Chairs and Table<br />
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<br />I realize that this falls under the category of completely unnecessary. I get it. A couple of months ago I saw this idea on pinterest and fell in love. Our card table and chairs have been sitting in the garage and are all banged up. We use them often, though, so I hate that they look crappy. All I need is an afternoon, a couple of cans of spray paint, and a few yards of fabric and we will be totally fancy again. I also realize that it probably wont be that easy, but I dont really care. <div>
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The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23081705927013658.post-81561404006711135042013-06-07T12:23:00.000-04:002013-06-07T12:23:13.414-04:00H54F!I'm linking up again today with Lauren over at <a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/" target="_blank">Lauren Elizabeth</a> for High Five for Friday!!<br />
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1)) I have attempted (and completed) my first crib sheet! I found some cute fabric for the girls beds, and not wanting P to be left out, found him this cute dinosaur flannel (though Ed insists from afar they look like golf clubs).<br />
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2)) This is the look I am going for for the girls bedroom, though a little different. I found it on Pinterest, but the original source is all from the mind of <a href="http://www.craftinessisnotoptional.com/2012/09/the-big-nursery-reveal.html" target="_blank">this</a> lovely lady!<br />
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3)) I saw this on Instagram and absolutely fell in love with it! I am hoping to recreate it in some way to hang in the house.<br />
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4)) Earlier this week we took P to Cows & Cones which is a local farm/produce stand/nursery/ice cream stand. They serve delicious ice cream and have animals for the kids to pet. P <i>loved</i> the cows and here he is up close and personal with a donkey. Which he insisted moo-ing at.<br />
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5)) I took this picture this morning. My necklaces officially rest of the belly. It is certainly an interesting view from here!!<br />
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Hope you are all enjoying your Friday!!!The Bubblehead Bridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07274990423096470771noreply@blogger.com2