Bought this gift bag yesterday and hopefully I can get it framed as art for the nursery. These green walls will be staying, and I'm planning to use orange and yellow as accent colors. Might as well keep with the owl theme I have going in the house.
Sunday, June 06, 2010
156/365 /// Week 22 of 52
Friday night I gave myself a bit of a trim. My hair has been growing really fast and I was losing the shape and it was getting way too bulky. When it is humid outside, my hair gets even crazier and more unmanageable. So I got out my handy haircutting scissors and just started cutting in some layers and thinned it out underneath a bit. I even cut some little bangs in the front, since my bangs grew out too much. So glad I did this because now my hair is holding the shape much better. I'm hoping I can hold out for the summer and not cut it, so I can get it cut professionally sometime in September before Baby #2 is born.
Friday, June 04, 2010
155/365
Not everything that I buy is for Kenzie. ;)
I saw this yesterday and had to buy it for Baby #2. I knew if I didn't get it now, they wouldn't have it in October. Of course, the tags are staying on it in case baby surprises us again, and turns out to be a boy. With my love of owls, it was pretty obvious that I had to buy this.
I saw this yesterday and had to buy it for Baby #2. I knew if I didn't get it now, they wouldn't have it in October. Of course, the tags are staying on it in case baby surprises us again, and turns out to be a boy. With my love of owls, it was pretty obvious that I had to buy this.
Thursday, June 03, 2010
154/365 /// 21 Weeks and 1 day
21 Weeks and 1 day
If you saw my post yesterday, we found out that we are having a second baby girl in October. I had to run some errands today and return something to Target. While I was there, I decided to browse the baby clothes, not for Kenzie, but just to see what they had for little babies. I know I have plenty of newborn and 3 months clothes that Kenzie outgrew pretty quickly, but I saw the cutest little sleeper outfit with a little owl on the front that I just had to have for Baby #2.
Once we get our office repainted, we will be moving my desk and everything out of what is currently my sewing room into the back bedroom/office. My sewing room will become the new nursery. I've already started shopping for furniture for the new nursery, but I know I can't buy anything until the other room is finished. Hopefully, we can get that room painted in the next couple months so we can start getting the nursery ready. Part of that transition also means Kenzie will get a big girl bed, so that baby sister will have the crib. I can't really imagine Kenzie in a big girl bed, but it will be nice to be able to sit in bed with her at night and read to her while she is all tucked for the night.
If you saw my post yesterday, we found out that we are having a second baby girl in October. I had to run some errands today and return something to Target. While I was there, I decided to browse the baby clothes, not for Kenzie, but just to see what they had for little babies. I know I have plenty of newborn and 3 months clothes that Kenzie outgrew pretty quickly, but I saw the cutest little sleeper outfit with a little owl on the front that I just had to have for Baby #2.
Once we get our office repainted, we will be moving my desk and everything out of what is currently my sewing room into the back bedroom/office. My sewing room will become the new nursery. I've already started shopping for furniture for the new nursery, but I know I can't buy anything until the other room is finished. Hopefully, we can get that room painted in the next couple months so we can start getting the nursery ready. Part of that transition also means Kenzie will get a big girl bed, so that baby sister will have the crib. I can't really imagine Kenzie in a big girl bed, but it will be nice to be able to sit in bed with her at night and read to her while she is all tucked for the night.
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
153/365
Today we went for the 20 week ultrasound of Baby #2. I'm actually 21 weeks today. The tech had a hard time trying to determine if it was a boy or girl, but did eventually manage to get a decent shot. She wasn't 100%, but it appears we are having another girl. We thought all along that it was a boy, so I was a bit surprised to find that it was a girl. Now onto narrowing down the names we've been coming up with.
152/365
I've read quite a few Jodi Picoult books, possibly all of them. My mom usually buys them and then gives them to me to read. I started this one a few days ago. It's about a boy who has Asperger Syndrome and is ultimately arrested for a murder. It's interesting. I'm about halfway through, and have a feeling I know what really happened, but with most of Jodi Picoult's books, you can end up being surprised even if you think you know what happened.
The last book I read of hers was Handle With Care about a little girl with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle bone disease). I remember getting to the last chapter of that book and being so surprised at that ending that I just started crying. I even made my husband read it, and I could tell he was affected by it too. There was something about the way she writes that just really hits you sometimes. Not sure if this will have that same sort of ending, but I'm sure no matter what I'll be surprised.
The last book I read of hers was Handle With Care about a little girl with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle bone disease). I remember getting to the last chapter of that book and being so surprised at that ending that I just started crying. I even made my husband read it, and I could tell he was affected by it too. There was something about the way she writes that just really hits you sometimes. Not sure if this will have that same sort of ending, but I'm sure no matter what I'll be surprised.
Monday, May 31, 2010
151/365
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.
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.
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. *
Friday, April 30, 2010
120/365
My mother-in-law gave me this necklace for my birthday. It's faux versions of turquoise and coral with carnelian and handmade nickel and silver-plated beads. It was made by artisans living on the Tibetan/Indian border. It's a really pretty and unique piece of jewerly. Definitely one of those pieces I would look at, but would never think to get for myself. I have a jade green dress that I think this will match perfectly. If only the weather would cooperate so I can wear it. We've had warmer weather here in Chicago, but the wind the last couple of days has been pretty crazy, definitely not flowy dress weather.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
119/365
I got my haircut today and just had it all chopped off. It's short in the back and there are lots of layers to help with keeping the style. After my last haircut, my hair grew out really fast. Being pregnant has an affect on your hair, and can make your hair grow really fast. My hair is normally relatively slow in growing, but not now. Hopefully, this cut will last longer than the last one. I always take a photo to my hairstylist, and this time I took an old one of me, since he gave me this same haircut in 2006. Back then I was blonde, so the texture of my hair was a little different, but it's virtually the same haircut, just updated a little bit. So far I love it, but I love every haircut my guy gives me. He just really knows how to work with my hair, which is always a plus.
118/365
Yesterday was my birthday, so I was just sort of busy doing things like cleaning and laundry. That sounds about right for the day of your birthday, right? I thought I took at least one photo, but apparently I didn't. So I took this one on Tuesday. I bought this hat when I was out shopping. I love hats, I just never seem to wear them unless it's cold out. This one is pretty lightweight, so I think I might actually get some use out of it, especially on days I just don't feel like doing my hair.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
117/365
I couldn't help but buy these little sandals for Kenzie, since they looked so cute on her feet.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Bench Monday | Black Boots and Dolly Edition /// 116/365
So I've been a little busy the last couple of Mondays, so I haven't played along with Bench Monday. But I'm back...at least for today.
I've a bit of a headache (again) so I'll try to comment on more photos later today. Right now, since the baby is napping, I'm going to take a little nap myself and hope this headache is gone when I wake up.
I've a bit of a headache (again) so I'll try to comment on more photos later today. Right now, since the baby is napping, I'm going to take a little nap myself and hope this headache is gone when I wake up.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
115/365
I know the focus is bad, but she was moving fast, and I wanted to catch one of her looking at me. We had a first communion party to go to for John's cousin's youngest daughter today. Afterwards we stopped by my parents house since it was not too far away so that my parents and grandparents could see Kenzie for a little bit. My grandparent's neighbor gave my mom this little bus that used to belong to their grandson, but he outgrew it. Kenzie loved it. She "drove" it all over the house.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
114/365
Not a very exciting photo, I know. Apart from photos of fabrics, this is what I took for today. Since we just redid our patio, we got a new table and chairs for it too. We opted for a smaller bistro table with just two chairs, but I actually think we can fit two more of these chairs around the table. It's either that or searching for a bench, which was the original plan I had. We want to provide seating for at least 4 people, though most of the time this will probably just be used by John and I, and maybe Kenzie as she gets older.
Friday, April 23, 2010
113/365 /// Week 16 of 52
15 Weeks 2 days
Pregnant
I never really took any photos this early on when I was pregnant with Kenzie. I didn't really show that much with her until I was much farther along. I'm not a teeny person, and I think I just hid it well. When I was about 7 months pregnant and was still working, we had a Farewell Party and Baby Shower at work (I had been there almost 8 years and wasn't coming back after Kenzie was born), and it was funny the number of people who did not know I was pregnant. Looking back at photos that I took then, I was clearly pregnant, people are just oblivious sometimes. Anyway, I *feel* more pregnant this time around, and some of my jeans aren't quite as comfortable anymore. I thought maybe I should take a photo for future reference, since I didn't do that last time around.
Pregnant
I never really took any photos this early on when I was pregnant with Kenzie. I didn't really show that much with her until I was much farther along. I'm not a teeny person, and I think I just hid it well. When I was about 7 months pregnant and was still working, we had a Farewell Party and Baby Shower at work (I had been there almost 8 years and wasn't coming back after Kenzie was born), and it was funny the number of people who did not know I was pregnant. Looking back at photos that I took then, I was clearly pregnant, people are just oblivious sometimes. Anyway, I *feel* more pregnant this time around, and some of my jeans aren't quite as comfortable anymore. I thought maybe I should take a photo for future reference, since I didn't do that last time around.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
112/365 /// Happy Earth Day!
"When sundown pales the sky,
I wanna hide a while, behind your smile,
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find.
For me to love you now,
Would be the sweetest thing, 'twould make me sing,
Ah, but I may as well, try and catch the wind."
- donovan, catch the wind -
A photo of the flowers on my favorite tree for Earth Day. I wish these flowers would stay year round. I love the blooming flowers that Spring brings.
Today was a low-key day. I didn't feel very well when I woke up. Another hormone headache, but it went away after drinking some water and having breakfast. I redecorated the wall that Kenzie's crib is against, taking down the wooden letters that spelled her name that hung above her crib. I like the letters, I just never loved how the wall felt incomplete. I found a cute Paris print while out shopping yesterday and hung that above the crib and moved her wooden letters to hang above the window. Now her walls look more balanced. I should have done this a long time ago.
I wanna hide a while, behind your smile,
And everywhere I'd look, your eyes I'd find.
For me to love you now,
Would be the sweetest thing, 'twould make me sing,
Ah, but I may as well, try and catch the wind."
- donovan, catch the wind -
A photo of the flowers on my favorite tree for Earth Day. I wish these flowers would stay year round. I love the blooming flowers that Spring brings.
Today was a low-key day. I didn't feel very well when I woke up. Another hormone headache, but it went away after drinking some water and having breakfast. I redecorated the wall that Kenzie's crib is against, taking down the wooden letters that spelled her name that hung above her crib. I like the letters, I just never loved how the wall felt incomplete. I found a cute Paris print while out shopping yesterday and hung that above the crib and moved her wooden letters to hang above the window. Now her walls look more balanced. I should have done this a long time ago.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
111/365
Today was a productive day for me for a change. I'm 15 weeks along for this pregnancy, and for the last several weeks I've had on and off nausea and hormone headaches. Not the kind of nausea that makes me actually sick, but the kind that makes me feel like not doing much of anything, as well as not really having much of an appetite. I didn't really go through this with Kenzie. With her I had a couple really rough days, but I believe what I had with her was just a reaction to the strong prenatal vitamins I received from my doctor. As soon as I stopped taking those, and went to a non-prescription vitamin, I felt better and didn't experience the nausea again. As if the slight nausea isn't enough, I've been getting hormone headaches more often than I'd like. Of course, no one really wants a headache anyway, but it's no fun when you have a toddler who has no idea why mommy doesn't feel like playing.
So onto today...since I woke with no headache, and didn't really have any nausea I decided to try and get on the treadmill again (which since I started running in January, has declined rapidly in the last month). So I did a run walk for 20 minutes, then decided to try out this workout that I dvr'd from FitTV which is a Bhangra dance workout. It was actually really fun, but since I'm almost 4 months along and have really gotten out of the routine of working out, I really didn't feel up to the full hour workout, but I'll definitely give it a go another day.
I also ran some errands today at Target, buying new Brita filters for our water pitcher. I kept forgetting to get them the last two times I was out at places that sell them. I ended up with new filters AND a new pitcher that holds more water than our old one, so that was a plus.
As if that wasn't enough for me in one day, I finally finished this pair of baby booties that were a custom order. I just kept running out of time to work on them, and I really need to sew when Kenzie is sleeping. I'm far too tired by the time she goes to bed to work on them at night, so naptime is my work time. For some reason, a million other things always need to be done around the house at that time, but today I made it work and got everything done.
So onto today...since I woke with no headache, and didn't really have any nausea I decided to try and get on the treadmill again (which since I started running in January, has declined rapidly in the last month). So I did a run walk for 20 minutes, then decided to try out this workout that I dvr'd from FitTV which is a Bhangra dance workout. It was actually really fun, but since I'm almost 4 months along and have really gotten out of the routine of working out, I really didn't feel up to the full hour workout, but I'll definitely give it a go another day.
I also ran some errands today at Target, buying new Brita filters for our water pitcher. I kept forgetting to get them the last two times I was out at places that sell them. I ended up with new filters AND a new pitcher that holds more water than our old one, so that was a plus.
As if that wasn't enough for me in one day, I finally finished this pair of baby booties that were a custom order. I just kept running out of time to work on them, and I really need to sew when Kenzie is sleeping. I'm far too tired by the time she goes to bed to work on them at night, so naptime is my work time. For some reason, a million other things always need to be done around the house at that time, but today I made it work and got everything done.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
110/365
Unfortunately, I couldn't capture a good shot of the yard. I tried to shoot from the upstairs window(s), but this was the best I could get, even with my wider lens. Anyway, this is the new patio. It is still drying, and we won't be able to walk on it until tomorrow at the earliest. By this weekend, we hope to get a new table and chairs, and possibly even a new grill. This was something that needed to be done for years, and we finally were able to get it finished this year. It's about time. We can now enjoy our yard this spring, summer and fall, and I think the dog will love it too.
Monday, April 19, 2010
109/365
I've gotten a tad bit behind on updating my 365 photos. This is from Monday. I didn't even have time today to participate in Bench Monday again. Oh well, hopefully next week I can make time!
Our patio work started today. All the old street pavers were torn up, and concrete was poured. We were told it could take a couple of days, but the work was finished in one day. Now we just need it to see before we can go out there and enjoy it. It is amazing the transformation it has made to our yard. I'm sure I'll take a photo tomorrow. I should have taken a "before" but I am pretty sure I have one somewhere in my collection. While the patio work was being done I went to the new-ish Home Goods store with my parents. They came up to pick up the rest of the old patio furniture we are getting rid of, so we headed out to do a little shopping while they were here. I bought this little owl for Baby #2. Kenzie has a little "Baby is sleeping" stuffed sign for her bedroom, and I saw this, and thought it was perfect for Baby #2, especially given my love of owls and that it can be for a boy or girl.
Our patio work started today. All the old street pavers were torn up, and concrete was poured. We were told it could take a couple of days, but the work was finished in one day. Now we just need it to see before we can go out there and enjoy it. It is amazing the transformation it has made to our yard. I'm sure I'll take a photo tomorrow. I should have taken a "before" but I am pretty sure I have one somewhere in my collection. While the patio work was being done I went to the new-ish Home Goods store with my parents. They came up to pick up the rest of the old patio furniture we are getting rid of, so we headed out to do a little shopping while they were here. I bought this little owl for Baby #2. Kenzie has a little "Baby is sleeping" stuffed sign for her bedroom, and I saw this, and thought it was perfect for Baby #2, especially given my love of owls and that it can be for a boy or girl.
108/365
I've gotten a tad bit behind on updating my 365 photos. This is from Sunday.
We were at the in-laws today for lunch, and had to head back home to get the yard cleared out for patio work that started today (Monday). I didn't have any photos, but saw these little flash cards sitting on the table. I bought these in hopes of teaching Kenzie French (and learning a little myself). I can go through the cards, but learning a language is just not my thing, though I do want to learn French well enough to speak it. Especially, if I ever have a chance to go back to France. I would love to take Kenzie one day, but the next time I go, I need to understand the language a little better to avoid stressing myself out.
We were at the in-laws today for lunch, and had to head back home to get the yard cleared out for patio work that started today (Monday). I didn't have any photos, but saw these little flash cards sitting on the table. I bought these in hopes of teaching Kenzie French (and learning a little myself). I can go through the cards, but learning a language is just not my thing, though I do want to learn French well enough to speak it. Especially, if I ever have a chance to go back to France. I would love to take Kenzie one day, but the next time I go, I need to understand the language a little better to avoid stressing myself out.
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