Since it was rainy and crappy most of the day today, we didn't do a whole lot. We had gone to a bbq on Sunday at a friend's house, and ended up not getting home until late. Kenzie spent most of the morning watching cartoons, then we watched Nanny McPhee on ABC Family. I've never actually watched that movie in its entirety and found it to be not so bad.
After Kenzie went to take a nap, I decided to do a much needed closet cleanout of my shoes. I have a big bag full of shoes that are destined for shoe heaven, and another pile of shoes that I might try to list on the bay. These are NOT part of that collection. Since the closet I use to store my shoes is in what will be Baby #2's room, I will have to find a new home for my shoes. I've found that I've outgrown some shoes, and some I just don't even wear anymore since they are really out of style. I still have my old Doc Martens on the top shelf that I just can't bring myself to part with, even though I don't even wear them anymore and a couple pairs fall into the category of being too small now.
Monday, May 31, 2010
150/365
Before we headed to my cousin's graduation party on Saturday, my parent's and grandparents stopped by our house for about an hour. My mom bought Kenzie this tutu to play in. It came with a little princess crown too, but she doesn't keep it on for very long. While she was still in her pajamas Sunday morning, Kenzie wanted to wear her tutu. I found her ballet slippers and put them on her too.
149/365
We went to my cousin's graduation party on Saturday. The weather ended up being warm, but not humid, so we spent most of the day outside. I have a lot of photos of Kenzie from this day, but there was something about this shot that I just really liked, so I decided to use it as my 365.
Friday, May 28, 2010
148/365
I ordered two pairs of shoes for Kenzie with the intent of her wearing them this fall. I bought them a size bigger than what she wears now, and got both pairs for 50% off. When the package arrived yesterday, Kenzie was very excited to see that they were little shoe boxes. As soon as I opened the second box with pink trainers, she immediately took the shoes she was wearing off to put them on. I take it she liked them. I had to change her whole outfit just so she could wear the new shoes. They are a little big, but she really wanted to wear them.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
147/365
"Venom radio and venom television
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
They're the young blue bodies
With the old red bodies
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
With my kid on my shoulders I try
Not to hurt anybody I like
But I don't have the drugs to sort
I don't have the drugs to sort it out
Sort it out
I'll defend my family with my orange umbrella
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
With my shining blue star
Spangling anekatips tennis shoes on
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
With my kid on my shoulders I try
Not to hurt anybody I like
But I don't have the drugs to sort
I don't have the drugs to sort it out
Sort it out
I don't have the drugs to sort it out
Sort it out
Your voice is swallowing my soul, soul, soul"
- the national, afraid of everyone -
John is running the JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge tonight after work. It's a 5k run, and he is running with some co-workers. If the rain stays away, Kenzie and I might head to Grant Park and meet up with him afterwards. The sun is shining, so I'm hoping it will stay that way.
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
They're the young blue bodies
With the old red bodies
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
With my kid on my shoulders I try
Not to hurt anybody I like
But I don't have the drugs to sort
I don't have the drugs to sort it out
Sort it out
I'll defend my family with my orange umbrella
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
With my shining blue star
Spangling anekatips tennis shoes on
I'm afraid of everyone, I'm afraid of everyone
With my kid on my shoulders I try
Not to hurt anybody I like
But I don't have the drugs to sort
I don't have the drugs to sort it out
Sort it out
I don't have the drugs to sort it out
Sort it out
Your voice is swallowing my soul, soul, soul"
- the national, afraid of everyone -
John is running the JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge tonight after work. It's a 5k run, and he is running with some co-workers. If the rain stays away, Kenzie and I might head to Grant Park and meet up with him afterwards. The sun is shining, so I'm hoping it will stay that way.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
146/365
I have been wanting to get a pair of Salt Water sandals for awhile now, but I've been putting it off. Partly because when I wanted them it was still cold and snowing, and partly because I really wanted them in orange and no one seemed to have them available online, except in the toddler and kid styles. I saw that the adult version would be out in 2010 though, but I still had a heck of a time trying to find them. I completely lucked out over the weekend when I did another search and DID find one seller that had them in orange for kids and adults. Unfortunately, they were not available in my size, but I took a chance and ordered a size up. They came today and the size I ordered is perfect! Kenzie got matching orange sandals too, only I bought hers in the cute sweetheart style. So now we match, but not completely. :)
Of course, it was extremely hard to try and get her to stand next to me for the photo. These were the best I got.
Of course, it was extremely hard to try and get her to stand next to me for the photo. These were the best I got.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
145/365
So I haven't really felt like sitting at the computer editing photos for the last few days, so I'm a little behind.
Went to Target today to pick up just a couple things, but saw these cute flip flops and decided to get them. How could I not? They have a little owl on the strap. Also got this rug on clearance. A week ago today, I discovered that someone stole our really cool owl doormat off our porch that I just bought earlier this year. I was really pissed to say the least, since not only was it relatively new and not that cheap, I also happened to REALLY like it. I don't know who would have stolen a doormat since our house is in a townhouse complex and it is sort of private. I have a feeling my crazy neighbor was involved. Anyway, I bought two new doormats today, both on clearance. This one is going to stay outside by our backdoor, and the other one will just stay in our front foyer. Even though it was only $9, I'm not chancing it getting stolen.
Went to Target today to pick up just a couple things, but saw these cute flip flops and decided to get them. How could I not? They have a little owl on the strap. Also got this rug on clearance. A week ago today, I discovered that someone stole our really cool owl doormat off our porch that I just bought earlier this year. I was really pissed to say the least, since not only was it relatively new and not that cheap, I also happened to REALLY like it. I don't know who would have stolen a doormat since our house is in a townhouse complex and it is sort of private. I have a feeling my crazy neighbor was involved. Anyway, I bought two new doormats today, both on clearance. This one is going to stay outside by our backdoor, and the other one will just stay in our front foyer. Even though it was only $9, I'm not chancing it getting stolen.
144/365
I was completely uninspired in my photo for Monday. I had an allergy headache all day (yes, I know I mention headaches a lot...I get them anyway, but bring on humidity, allergies, and pregnancy and I have them even more often) so I just took a quick shot.
These are the only Crocs I own, and probably the only style I will wear. I've mentioned before that I am not a fan of the traditional style (though Kenzie has two pair of fakes). I saw these online, and got a good price. They are actually pink and white striped canvas. They are really comfy, and I've been wearing them a lot more than I thought I would.
These are the only Crocs I own, and probably the only style I will wear. I've mentioned before that I am not a fan of the traditional style (though Kenzie has two pair of fakes). I saw these online, and got a good price. They are actually pink and white striped canvas. They are really comfy, and I've been wearing them a lot more than I thought I would.
143/365
On Sunday the in-laws stopped by for a little while. I snapped this shot before they arrived and while Kenzie and I were just hanging out in the yard for a little bit.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
142/365
We headed out to do a little shopping today. John needed to get new jeans, so we headed into the Loop so he could do a little shopping. After shopping we walked through the new Block 37 building and discovered all the new shops that are open (or opening soon). It's been awhile since I've been over in that area. Last fall I was there with my parents, but the shops weren't there yet. There's quite a bit there now and lots more opening. And it's right off the Blue and Red line stops which is great. Of course, if only the Washington Blue line stop was handicap accessible it would be even more convenient. As it is there is no way I will be hauling a stroller up or down the stairs just to avoid walking an extra couple blocks to get there.
After shopping, we stopped for lunch at Elephant and Castle then decided to walk through Millenium Park. On our way, we came across the Puppet Bike. I saw this last fall with Kenzie, and she loved it. So we watched for a few minutes. I dug a $1 out of my bag and John took Kenzie up to the "stage" so she could put the dollar in the box. She loved that the lion came out right afterwards for her. She was jumping up and down and dancing to the music. The people watching the puppet show were laughing at how cute Kenzie was. Unfortunately I didn't bring my camera, so all I got was this cell phone shot....and of course right after this I couldn't snap any others since my memory card was full. Oh well, I need to clear it out once in awhile I guess.
After shopping, we stopped for lunch at Elephant and Castle then decided to walk through Millenium Park. On our way, we came across the Puppet Bike. I saw this last fall with Kenzie, and she loved it. So we watched for a few minutes. I dug a $1 out of my bag and John took Kenzie up to the "stage" so she could put the dollar in the box. She loved that the lion came out right afterwards for her. She was jumping up and down and dancing to the music. The people watching the puppet show were laughing at how cute Kenzie was. Unfortunately I didn't bring my camera, so all I got was this cell phone shot....and of course right after this I couldn't snap any others since my memory card was full. Oh well, I need to clear it out once in awhile I guess.
Friday, May 21, 2010
141/365
"It's hard to be ignore
When I look at you, you look so bored
My baby, my darling, I've been taking a beating...
Well alright (well alright)
It's okay (It's okay)
We all get the slip sometimes every day
I'll just keep it to myself in the sun
In the sun"
- she & him, in the sun -
I always enjoy when my issue of Bust arrives in the mail, even though I might not get a chance to sit down and look at it for weeks. I, of course, had to mark the pages with albums I want to check out, or online shops to check out. I found a pair of super cute vegan shoes, but unfortunately found they were just a little more than I wanted to spend right now. Even though they might rank right up there with my Fluevogs. I might have to keep an eye on them in case they go on sale.
On a side note, I should have been sewing rather than looking at a magazine, but I just wasn't totally feeling like sewing. I do need to get more baby booties in my shop though, since I only have one pair left right now.
When I look at you, you look so bored
My baby, my darling, I've been taking a beating...
Well alright (well alright)
It's okay (It's okay)
We all get the slip sometimes every day
I'll just keep it to myself in the sun
In the sun"
- she & him, in the sun -
I always enjoy when my issue of Bust arrives in the mail, even though I might not get a chance to sit down and look at it for weeks. I, of course, had to mark the pages with albums I want to check out, or online shops to check out. I found a pair of super cute vegan shoes, but unfortunately found they were just a little more than I wanted to spend right now. Even though they might rank right up there with my Fluevogs. I might have to keep an eye on them in case they go on sale.
On a side note, I should have been sewing rather than looking at a magazine, but I just wasn't totally feeling like sewing. I do need to get more baby booties in my shop though, since I only have one pair left right now.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
140/365
"She's shopping for kicks, got the weekend to get through
keeping the rain off her Saturday hairdo
she stops for a coffee, she smiles at the waiter
he winks at his friends and they laugh at her later"
- sleeper, inbetweener -
The day started out really lovely with lots of sun, but now it's starting to look gloomy. It's supposed to rain apparently, which is annoying because I was hoping to have dinner outside either at home or go somewhere. We'll have to do that another day, I guess. I should have known that it would rain, since I've had a slight headache all day...the kind I tend to get on rainy days. Between pregnancy hormones, allergies, and crummy weather, I just can't seem to keep the headaches away.
Last night, John was playing some music on his computer, and I heard this song in the playlist. I remember listening to Sleeper a lot back in the mid-nineties. I still love listening to this britpop, and even though the production of some of these albums is sort of dated, I still enjoy it.
keeping the rain off her Saturday hairdo
she stops for a coffee, she smiles at the waiter
he winks at his friends and they laugh at her later"
- sleeper, inbetweener -
The day started out really lovely with lots of sun, but now it's starting to look gloomy. It's supposed to rain apparently, which is annoying because I was hoping to have dinner outside either at home or go somewhere. We'll have to do that another day, I guess. I should have known that it would rain, since I've had a slight headache all day...the kind I tend to get on rainy days. Between pregnancy hormones, allergies, and crummy weather, I just can't seem to keep the headaches away.
Last night, John was playing some music on his computer, and I heard this song in the playlist. I remember listening to Sleeper a lot back in the mid-nineties. I still love listening to this britpop, and even though the production of some of these albums is sort of dated, I still enjoy it.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
139/365
Currently listening to:
artist: Canasta
album: The Fakeout, The Tease and The Breather
I don't shoot enough in black and white. I love black and white photography, but for some reason I always end up shooting in color and I never want to convert the shots to black and white. I love color, and I guess it's more of my style. I keep telling myself I am going to just change the setting on my camera for a week and shoot in black and white. I need to get more variety in my shots.
artist: Canasta
album: The Fakeout, The Tease and The Breather
I don't shoot enough in black and white. I love black and white photography, but for some reason I always end up shooting in color and I never want to convert the shots to black and white. I love color, and I guess it's more of my style. I keep telling myself I am going to just change the setting on my camera for a week and shoot in black and white. I need to get more variety in my shots.
138/365
I've gotten a few days behind on uploading photos for the 365 Project, and obviously these were pretty uninspired. I needed to snap something.
These are some little orange cardboard suitcases from Land of Nod. I use them to store doll stuff, or any little items that I don't want laying around. Kenzie likes to take these off the shelf and just carry them around.
These are some little orange cardboard suitcases from Land of Nod. I use them to store doll stuff, or any little items that I don't want laying around. Kenzie likes to take these off the shelf and just carry them around.
137/365
I've gotten a few days behind on uploading photos for the 365 Project, and obviously these were pretty uninspired. I needed to snap something.
For some reason, Kenzie's shoes have just been sitting on a little chair in my sewing room for the last week or so. They looked sort of cute just sitting there.
For some reason, Kenzie's shoes have just been sitting on a little chair in my sewing room for the last week or so. They looked sort of cute just sitting there.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
136/365
While at the grocery store today, I saw this little balloon in a little display near the flowers. Kenzie absolutely LOVES her Eeyore stuffed toy, so when I saw this I had to get it for her. She absolutely loves it. Normally when we go out she brings Eeyore or one of her other toys with, but for some reason today she didn't bring anything. After dinner we went for a Dairy Queen run, and she HAD to bring this balloon with. It's not a large balloon, so it is perfect size for her to carry with her.
135/365
We went out to my parents house yesterday. We were planning to stop by on Saturday anyway, but then I got a phone call on Friday night from my dad that my mom broke her shoulder. She slipped and fell and ended up breaking the scapula. So she has to wear a sling, since that can't be casted.
I realized toward the end of the day that I never took a photo, so I ended up snapping this of the ice cream cake we had for dessert. It was delicious, with strawberry, vanilla and chocolate ice cream with a cookie crust. mmm.
I realized toward the end of the day that I never took a photo, so I ended up snapping this of the ice cream cake we had for dessert. It was delicious, with strawberry, vanilla and chocolate ice cream with a cookie crust. mmm.
Friday, May 14, 2010
134/365
"Blue skies, green water
White birds in the air
Brown skin, blue collar
And the wind blowin' in my hair"
- the court yard hounds, the coast -
I'm glad it's the weekend. I'm also glad that the sun is finally shining. Most of this week has been rainy and cold. It makes all the difference in a day to get some sunshine. Warmer weather is a plus too.
White birds in the air
Brown skin, blue collar
And the wind blowin' in my hair"
- the court yard hounds, the coast -
I'm glad it's the weekend. I'm also glad that the sun is finally shining. Most of this week has been rainy and cold. It makes all the difference in a day to get some sunshine. Warmer weather is a plus too.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
133/365
We have a print from this collection of Andy Warhol's cow series. Our print has the center print and the one on the right (though the coloring on the plate vs. the print is a little different). When I saw these plates in the CB2 catalogue, I knew we had to have them. The question was how many we should order. Since they are pretty inexpensive, I opted to order 12, with 4 of each color. That way when we have people over, rather than getting out paper plates for appetizers, we can just use these. These plates are pretty small in size, but are super cute if you're a Warhol fan.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
132/365 /// Week 19 of 52
"Didn't want to be your ghost
Didn't want to be anyone's ghost
But I don't want anybody else
I don't want anybody else"
- the national, anyone's ghost -
I've recently been getting into using actions on my photos. I tried some free actions offered by Paint the Moon, then just downloaded some freebies from CoffeeShop Photography. I was just playing around with some of the actions this morning, and so far I like what they do. I know there are still things I can play around with, but I have a good start with learning the features. I only wish I had discovered these actions earlier.
Didn't want to be anyone's ghost
But I don't want anybody else
I don't want anybody else"
- the national, anyone's ghost -
I've recently been getting into using actions on my photos. I tried some free actions offered by Paint the Moon, then just downloaded some freebies from CoffeeShop Photography. I was just playing around with some of the actions this morning, and so far I like what they do. I know there are still things I can play around with, but I have a good start with learning the features. I only wish I had discovered these actions earlier.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
131/365
Currently listening to:
artist: The National
song: Lemonworld
My birthday was a couple of weeks ago, and this was one of the items my parents gave me. My mom knows how much I like these boxes, but also how much I could use them for storage. I have a tendency to accumulate a lot of little things, so these boxes are great for organizing my stuff. I normally use these to store my Blythe and doll stuff, but I am using this box to store camera things like battery chargers, mini tripods, remote, extra lenses, filters, etc. I have a big camera bag that I can use to store that stuff, but I use that bag to store the things I don't really use as often like the telephoto lens and old camcorder. This is the stuff I use just about everyday.
artist: The National
song: Lemonworld
My birthday was a couple of weeks ago, and this was one of the items my parents gave me. My mom knows how much I like these boxes, but also how much I could use them for storage. I have a tendency to accumulate a lot of little things, so these boxes are great for organizing my stuff. I normally use these to store my Blythe and doll stuff, but I am using this box to store camera things like battery chargers, mini tripods, remote, extra lenses, filters, etc. I have a big camera bag that I can use to store that stuff, but I use that bag to store the things I don't really use as often like the telephoto lens and old camcorder. This is the stuff I use just about everyday.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Bench Monday | New Doll, New Jeans, and New Shoes Edition /// 130/365
Bench Monday | New Doll, New Jeans, and New Shoes Edition /// 130/365
Originally uploaded by daisy plus three
Sunday, May 09, 2010
129/365
Happy Mother's Day!
I had a really laidback day today. Because we were pretty busy Friday and Saturday, I just wanted to sleep in and rest today. John asked if I wanted to go anywhere for brunch, but I just said we could stay in and make breakfast at home. He went out to the store in the morning to pick up the few things we didn't have and came home and cooked bacon, eggs and pancakes. He also brought home these yellow gerbera daisies, which happen to be one of my favorite flowers.
We did our little family photoshoot, and then just spent the day doing not much of anything else, which was nice. Kenzie was really good today and because we were so busy the last couple of days she took a nice long nap, which was an added bonus.
I had a really laidback day today. Because we were pretty busy Friday and Saturday, I just wanted to sleep in and rest today. John asked if I wanted to go anywhere for brunch, but I just said we could stay in and make breakfast at home. He went out to the store in the morning to pick up the few things we didn't have and came home and cooked bacon, eggs and pancakes. He also brought home these yellow gerbera daisies, which happen to be one of my favorite flowers.
We did our little family photoshoot, and then just spent the day doing not much of anything else, which was nice. Kenzie was really good today and because we were so busy the last couple of days she took a nice long nap, which was an added bonus.
128/365
My cousin asked if I could take photos for her of her son and his date for her Prom. It was arranged that the kids would have photos at 5:30 at the Evanston Golf Club. Of course, I said I would. I had no idea what to expect, and it was definitely less organized and way more chaotic than I imagined it would be. It was hard to get good shots, since there were so many kids and way too many parents getting in the way. Plus the lighting wasn't quite as good as I had hoped, and I hate using flash. Fortunately, they managed to get the kids outside for some shots, which was such a relief. I didn't think I'd get around to editing the photos today, but I started on it, and just went ahead and edited them all. I think I now need to start thinking about investing in a decent flash attachment, or a better lens with a lower f-stop.
This was taken after we were finished with the shoot. Kenzie is just relaxing on cousin Lynn's shoulder.
This was taken after we were finished with the shoot. Kenzie is just relaxing on cousin Lynn's shoulder.
Friday, May 07, 2010
127/365
I bought a Blythe doll from a dear dolly friend, and she arrived today in this cute box. So perfect because I have lots of little boxes but none like this. I just got a new storage box from my parents for my birthday, and now with the addition of this one too, I have no excuses for getting all the little things that are just laying around my sewing room put away.
Thursday, May 06, 2010
126/365
"When the circle finally formed you called me up
the only one making a sound
I can't work out what I want to see
I bury my thoughts in the ground
All the seeds you sow
are just looking for a space to grow
So sleep, sleep and lay your white body down
So sleep, sleep and lay your white body down
No matter what you do it all returns to you
No matter what you say you'll hear it all someday
No matter what you do it all returns to you
No matter what you say you'll hear it all someday
No matter what you do it all returns to you
No matter what you say you'll hear it all someday"
- teenage fanclub, gene clark -
When I first heard this song, sometime in the '90's I always wanted to learn the little guitar riff at the beginning. I can remember teaching myself to play the guitar, and thinking I would never understand how to read tabs or how to actually play them. I can remember trying to play the riff and thinking it was the most complicated thing ever. Of course, it's not that complicated at all, but I never really tried to play it after I learned how to really play the guitar. I just downloaded the new single by Teenage Fanclub a few days ago, and have been sort of on a kick listening to them, especially the album "Thirteen". So while doing some laundry this morning, I decided to go ahead and look up the chords for 'Gene Clark' and of course looking at it after playing the guitar for about 10 years now, I couldn't believe how simple the song was. Needless to say, I was playing it over and over just for the heck of it. Kenzie joined me on drums, until she got bored and started playing with the few toys we have in the basement. I really need to play live music more often. I forget how much I enjoy it, until I actually pick up the guitar to play.
the only one making a sound
I can't work out what I want to see
I bury my thoughts in the ground
All the seeds you sow
are just looking for a space to grow
So sleep, sleep and lay your white body down
So sleep, sleep and lay your white body down
No matter what you do it all returns to you
No matter what you say you'll hear it all someday
No matter what you do it all returns to you
No matter what you say you'll hear it all someday
No matter what you do it all returns to you
No matter what you say you'll hear it all someday"
- teenage fanclub, gene clark -
When I first heard this song, sometime in the '90's I always wanted to learn the little guitar riff at the beginning. I can remember teaching myself to play the guitar, and thinking I would never understand how to read tabs or how to actually play them. I can remember trying to play the riff and thinking it was the most complicated thing ever. Of course, it's not that complicated at all, but I never really tried to play it after I learned how to really play the guitar. I just downloaded the new single by Teenage Fanclub a few days ago, and have been sort of on a kick listening to them, especially the album "Thirteen". So while doing some laundry this morning, I decided to go ahead and look up the chords for 'Gene Clark' and of course looking at it after playing the guitar for about 10 years now, I couldn't believe how simple the song was. Needless to say, I was playing it over and over just for the heck of it. Kenzie joined me on drums, until she got bored and started playing with the few toys we have in the basement. I really need to play live music more often. I forget how much I enjoy it, until I actually pick up the guitar to play.
Wednesday, May 05, 2010
125/365
Went to see my friend's little baby boy who was just born in April. He's only 3 weeks old, and just adorable. He has a 2 year old sister that Kenzie was playing with. I took my camera, hoping to grab some shots of the baby, but just didn't get to it, since I was more concerned with watching what Kenzie was doing. She acknowledged that there was a baby, but it will definitely be a learning experience when our Baby #2 comes along, just simply with teaching her to be careful around a newborn. She seemed to always want the toys that were behind where he was sleeping, and I had to make sure she wouldn't climb over the baby to get it...or drop anything on him in the process. All in all, it was a good visit, and little baby Gavin is adorable.
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
124/365
I was really busy all day today. Kenzie had her creative movements class this morning. Then we headed out to run some errands and grab lunch. Came home, Kenzie played in the yard and we enjoyed the sun. When she was sleeping I had to work on a custom baby booties project, but I procrastinate too much sometimes, and get too distracted by the computer. What should have only taken me an hour to do, took over an hour and a half. I finished the baby booties this evening, and had some frustrations with the velcro on one pair, and that caused another delay. What should have taken only half an hour at the most to finish, took well over an hour. I am finally finished though, and just need to take some pictures. I need to do that tomorrow though when the sun is shining.
Now it's midnight, and I need to get some sleep.
Now it's midnight, and I need to get some sleep.
Monday, May 03, 2010
Bench Monday | Park Your Car Drive Fluevog Edition /// 123/365
Bench Monday | Park Your Car Drive Fluevog Edition /// 123/365
Originally uploaded by daisy plus three
Happy Bench Monday!
Sunday, May 02, 2010
122/365
Kenzie loves these shoes. She puts them on, and wears them around the house. All the time. Nothing against anyone who likes or wears Crocs, but they are just not my style. At all. I do, however, like some of the new styles they have out, and have actually just ordered a canvas style that will hopefully be comfortable for walking around this summer.
My grandma picked up a pair of Crocs for K, and she put them on all the time, but they were too big, so I decided to try and find her a smaller pair. I priced getting her real Crocs, but could not justify spending $25 on a pair of shoes that I don't even like. So I got her the cheapy Target version for $8. They are still big, but fit better than the other pair. I think she likes them so much because she can put them on easily. She is quite the shoe girl, just like me, so I am hoping the ease of putting them on is the reason why she likes them so much. I will admit though that little kids do look cute in these shoes. And they make her happy. So I can't complain too much, I guess.
My grandma picked up a pair of Crocs for K, and she put them on all the time, but they were too big, so I decided to try and find her a smaller pair. I priced getting her real Crocs, but could not justify spending $25 on a pair of shoes that I don't even like. So I got her the cheapy Target version for $8. They are still big, but fit better than the other pair. I think she likes them so much because she can put them on easily. She is quite the shoe girl, just like me, so I am hoping the ease of putting them on is the reason why she likes them so much. I will admit though that little kids do look cute in these shoes. And they make her happy. So I can't complain too much, I guess.
121/365
Whether we strap her in or not, she always stands up in her chair. We recently converted it from the high chair to just a chair, so at least if she stands up and tries to get out, she won't fall over the top of the tray, and can easily climb down instead. She's very independent these days, and will usually sit better knowing she is not strapped in.
We had our friends Nora, Mike and their baby Ella over last night. We hadn't seen them since sometime in late summer/early fall, and baby Ella was not even born yet. The last time we tried to get together, I ended up getting a bad cold that I did not want to pass on to the baby, so we rescheduled and it worked out for last night. Kenzie enjoyed seeing baby Ella, but she was a bit overstimulated by everything (and trying to show off) that she had a few moments of crankiness and tantrums. She's almost 2, so I think we're heading into that stage of her life. Hopefully it won't get too terrible.
It was a nice visit with our friends, and hopefully it won't be another 6+ months before we see them again.
* I had better photos from the day, but I'm really trying hard not to use any photos with other people in them for my 365 shots...of course, apart from John or myself. *
We had our friends Nora, Mike and their baby Ella over last night. We hadn't seen them since sometime in late summer/early fall, and baby Ella was not even born yet. The last time we tried to get together, I ended up getting a bad cold that I did not want to pass on to the baby, so we rescheduled and it worked out for last night. Kenzie enjoyed seeing baby Ella, but she was a bit overstimulated by everything (and trying to show off) that she had a few moments of crankiness and tantrums. She's almost 2, so I think we're heading into that stage of her life. Hopefully it won't get too terrible.
It was a nice visit with our friends, and hopefully it won't be another 6+ months before we see them again.
* I had better photos from the day, but I'm really trying hard not to use any photos with other people in them for my 365 shots...of course, apart from John or myself. *
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