so serious.
I missed my photo for yesterday, so posting two from today.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
321/365:2
I decided to darken my hair today to get rid of the blonde brassiness I had. Plus it's autumn, so I wanted to go a bit darker. I'm glad I opted to get one of the types that last only 28 shampoos, since it turned out more red than I had intended. I don't mind it so much, but it wasn't what I had in mind. I try to stay away from warm tones because my hair always picks up the red, and I thought the light chestnut brown I chose would be fine. I've used the same color before, but not going lighter to darker, so the results were a little different this time around. I'm glad the blonde brassiness is gone though.
Friday, November 18, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
319/365:2
It has been a while since I've picked up the guitar to play. I've been looking into getting Kenzie a guitar for Christmas (from Santa, of course!), so I went downstairs with her to play for a little bit this afternoon. I had her play the other Fender (my first), but it was just too big. She had fun singing into the microphone and strumming the strings though. I think a short scale guitar will be a good size for her, and since she seems interested in it, she will probably like learning. She usually sees daddy play, so I think she liked seeing that mommy plays too.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
318/365:2
making faces at each other
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aubrey didn't like what kenzie was doing at first, but then she caught on.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
317/365:2
The weather was beautiful today. While Kenzie was at school, Aubrey and I went for a walk with the dog to enjoy the warm fall day.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Saturday, November 12, 2011
314/365:2
I won an award at last night's Derby Lite Birthday Party. Just to get nominated is pretty cool, especially since there are so many ladies involved with Derby Lite. I never win anything, so this was pretty exciting.
313/365:2
Bleeding Heart Bakery Derby Lite Birthday Cake
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We went to the Derby Lite Birthday Party last night at Cheney Mansion in Oak Park. This was the cake.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
312/365:2
haircut day
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I'll take better pictures tomorrow. It was raining/snowing when I got home, so my hair got a little messed up. and I felt crappy all day and now I just want to go to bed.
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
310/365:2
since we are all under the weather here, I decided to keep K home from school today. she didn't seem to mind, but I thought it might cause drama, since she loves going to school. it was really rainy all day, so I think she might have thought we were staying home because of the weather. at least that's what she told John when he got home from work. silly kid.
309/365:2
I'm trying to get over a cold that hit from out of nowhere. yesterday I felt really crummy, overall just tired and congested. today I felt better, but still congested. not feeling as weak and tired was an improvement though. tomorrow night I have derby practice and we are doing photos, so I am really hoping I feel good enough to go. I missed it the last time we did photos, and I was still sort of new to derby when I got my first photos, so I looked uncomfortable, and I didn't care much for my photos. so I really want to try and get there tomorrow. *fingers crossed* I feel better tomorrow.
Monday, November 07, 2011
308/365:2
everybody came down with a bit of a cold, so the girls got a bath to try and help them feel better before bedtime. aubrey is also now sleeping in her new, warmer sleep sack; however, I have a feeling she will be up again soon because of the darn head cold. why is it that whenever you *need* to sleep, you can't?
* I'm behind another day in my 365. I'll catch up tomorrow or Wednesday.
Saturday, November 05, 2011
Friday, November 04, 2011
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
304/365:2
Tonight was my first time wearing my derby skinz to practice in a visible way. I was wearing leggings anyway, so adding a layer over them really wasn't a big deal. I wore a skirt over both so I could head to practice though. I figured I'd probably run into a neighbor, and sure enough I did. It was kind of nice not having a skirt to get in the way, but I don't think I'll be wearing these anytime soon with fishnets. Heavy leggings are a must for me right now.
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
303/365:2
We went to the playground for a little bit after picking up big sister from school. We didn't stay long, but the fresh air must have tired the kids out, since they both fell asleep immediately when we got home.
Monday, October 31, 2011
302/365:2
halloween fun
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I recently found my wigs from past Halloween costumes, so I thought I'd play around with some photos. Kenzie told me I looked like a teacher with this wig and glasses on. Apparently, this is how teachers are portrayed on the shows she watches. She then brought some books to me and pretended to return them to the librarian. funny how kids minds work.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
301/365:2
I'm going to dress kenzie and aubrey up again to get some pictures of them together. maybe it will be nicer tomorrow and we can go outside for some photos.
Friday, October 28, 2011
299/365:2
pink
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temporary pink tips, just for fun.
I think I need to make a hair appointment soon. I need to get my hair cut back into shape.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
298/365:2 /// Week 44 of 52
converse all stars with in black with white stars
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it was rainy this morning, so it was a good day for cuffed jeans and chucks. I've had these for several years now, and they are still one of my favorite pairs.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
297/365:2
Tonight at derby practice, some of the ladies are going to be wearing costumes. Unfortunately, I do not have any costumes (that I would want to sweat and skate in, at least), so I opted to go super heavy on eye makeup. I think I might go darker before I leave to make it look like I have black eyes. Smeared red lipstick might be fun too.
296/365:2
I realized late last night that I did not take any photos yesterday. So using two of me from today to catch up.
Monday, October 24, 2011
295/365:2
happy
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she was moving so fast it was hard to focus. I need to keep the good camera downstairs more often.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
293/365:2
blurred
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I don't know, I just liked this one even though it is blurry.
I had derby practice this morning, which was fun. We did some blocking drills, a paceline, and a jammer drill/race. I like that I think I surprise people and am a fast skater. I've never really been into sports or any kind of team sport, but with derby I found a sport that I enjoy and challenge myself with. When I started with Derby Lite almost a year ago, it was something completely outside my comfort zone. I didn't know what to expect, but now I push myself to try harder, to skate lower, to skate faster, to work on cross overs, to skate fast and stop fast...so many things that a year ago I didn't think I would be doing.
We went to see the last home bout for the Windy City Rollers tonight, and while we were there (with both kids) John and I were talking about taking the kids to the bouts. He commented that he feels its a really good experience to take the girls because there aren't a lot of sports out there for women. When you understand roller derby and what's going on, it's not a spectator sport with women beating each other up, it's a competitive sport with fearless, tough, strong women, and I hope that my girls grow up to be fearless, tough, strong women. And I hope that if I ever decide to take my derby life to the next level that my daughters will look at me, and see me as fearless, tough and strong.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
291/365:2
Rainy and cold today. My hair looks funky, but I didn't take any better pictures today. I was actually trying to get a shot of Aubrey in her hat, preferably without the pacifier, but she insisted on keeping it in her mouth.
290/365:2
bleeding heart bakery
and a peeking owl
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I lucked out and John didn't eat his chocolate croissant for breakfast.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
289/365:2
chocolate croissant and chocolate covered bacon from bleeding heart bakery
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after dropping kenzie off at school, I decided to stop at the bleeding heart bakery over on chicago to pick up some goodies. I got a few cupcakes and cake balls, and had to try the chocolate covered bacon. last minute, I decided to pick up a couple of chocolate croissants. Best. Chocolate. Croissant. Ever. Ok, well, maybe not ever, but definitely the best I have had since we were in Paris in 2007. Panera Bread has a pretty good one too, but this was by far the best and closest to what we ate for breakfast many days in Paris. mmm...so good. I have one more that I got for John. Part of me hopes he'll forget to eat it, just so I can have it tomorrow.
Monday, October 17, 2011
288/365:2
Just loved that big smile. I was about to take her upstairs for pj's, which is why she is lacking pants.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
284/365:2
new hat
from mojospa on etsy
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This is my photo for Thursday, October 13th. I just didn't upload any photos yesterday.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
283/365:2
hello kitty booties
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This is partly why I was m.i.a. on flickr. I had a custom baby booties and burp cloth order that I needed to finish by tonight to take with me to derby practice. Two of my derby friends put in orders, so I was busy sewing since yesterday afternoon. Four burp cloths, and three pairs of baby booties. Not much, but when you add in taking care of small children while also sewing it does take some time, and concentration. I made these today, after running to the fabric store in search of Hello Kitty fabric. This was all they had (though I know I saw some other prints the last time I was there), but they turned out really cute. And my friend liked them too.
282/365:2
I love the fall. The crunchy leaves, the changing colors. I hate that winter follows, but I do love this time of year. Now if only the temperatures would drop just a bit more, so I can start wearing my fall clothes again.
Monday, October 10, 2011
281/365:2
chicago botanical garden
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the colors in these dahlia's were absolutely gorgeous. these photos do not do them justice. If I could have a garden full of these, year round, I would.
279/365:2
My grandpa's 90th birthday was on Friday. We celebrated on Saturday. Here he is with my grandma, and his last surviving brother.
Friday, October 07, 2011
278/365:2
It's a little strange to not be selecting photos for Aubrey's 365 now that she is a year old. It would make things easier when it comes time to select photos for the photobooks, but I just don't think I can focus on it anymore. It was hard enough to finish her 365 as it was. Anyway, here she is walking around outside. It's pretty amazing how well she walks. She is quite the little mover.
Thursday, October 06, 2011
277/365:2
We met Stephanie Izard (Top Chef/Girl & the Goat) tonight at Trucking Thursdays at Ethyl's. It was such a nice night that I just mentioned to John about going to pick up dinner. He told me he thought he saw Stephanie Izard there on his way home, so we decided to go and check it out. Sure enough, she was there. We got pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw, and squash soup with bread from the food truck she was with. mmm...yum. The soup was my fave. Kenzie didn't care for it, but Aubrey sure liked it. I think I'll be making some squash soup in the near future since I do have two Delicata Squashes in my fridge right now anyway.
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
276/365:2
It was Aubrey's birthday today, so I did a little shoot. I attempted shooting at a lower ISO, which is a challenge with a squirming child, but I was happy with how most of these turned out.
A year ago, I was feeling under the weather but had to head out and run some errands. I came home and rested in the afternoon. John picked up dinner from Panera Bread and I was attempting to eat it around 6:30 when I just felt sick to my stomach. By 7:00 I was pretty sure I needed to head to the hospital. Aubrey was born at 8:55 p.m. One of my brother's commented on my Facebook post that Aubrey's gift to me was a short labor. Very very true.
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Monday, October 03, 2011
274/365:2 /// 363/365
Day 363
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Unfortunately, Aubrey is not in sharp focus, but she did look cute just hanging out in the jumper. She's wearing her new owl jammies that we got her for her birthday. We got big sister the same sets of pj's too.
273/365:2 /// 362/365
Day 362
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We had a small party for Aubrey yesterday to celebrate her first birthday (which is actually on Wednesday). We just had immediate family. It went pretty well. I just now had time to go through the photos. Though this isn't completely in focus, I liked it.
272/365:2
Cake balls - Red velvet mixed with cream cheese frosting and dipped in chocolate
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Baked brownies this morning, then baked some cake balls for Aubrey's first birthday party tomorrow. Just having a small gathering of family at the house. Her actual birthday isn't until Wednesday, but this weekend worked out better for her party. Next weekend we'll be doing something for my grandpa's 90th birthday. Everything is pretty much ready for tomorrow now.
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