Ash – 33 Weeks
Jen – 33 Weeks
Lane – 27 Weeks
The Details Are What Matter December 15, 2009
There are a few things that need I need to finish before I’ll post pictures of Birtha’s nursery, but I thought I would post a few of my favorite details in the mean time. The room looks much darker in the pictures for some reason. I think it’s because I took the pictures at night and the yellowish tone coming off from the lamps is screwing with the real color. Anywho … here are some of my favorite things about the room. Makes you kind of pumped to see the completed project huh?
I found this at Mega Marshall’s. It was just plain and boring when I bought it and I spruced it up with the pearls and lace. Again, the walls are not near as red looking … think rosey, melony.
This was my dress when I was a little girl. It’s hanging above the changing table.
This was an ugly gold “H” from Hobby Lobby. I bought scrapbook paper and ribbon and went to town.
LOVE these knobs. I bought four different sets and finally settled on these. Before they were just plain white knobs on the changing table and bedside table deal. It amazes my how much small things like stupid knobs can make such a huge difference.
Got the lamp shade at Goodwill for next to nothing, then added the fringe myself.
Old Pottery Barn night-light that we had in Cole’s old nursery. I added a little ruffle and ta-da! Yes, I’m ruffle crazy, I know.
I got her bumper monogrammed. It’s kind of big. but I still like. I photoshopped this picture so you guys can see the true color. See how much pinky looking the real life color is?
The tie backs match perfectly.
My diamond wall. So proud.
The base of this lamp was from Goodwill for like $15. It was originally black and UGLY! I painted the base the same as the wall color. I then went to Target and scooped up a plain white lamp shade. I was not planning on going nuts with the shade, but I felt like something was missing. I decided to buy about 14 dozen white silk roses, pulled them off the stem and hot glued them on to the shade. Warning! If you decide to do the same, make sure you know that this is not a cheap project. Be smart (unlike I was) and try to buy the flowers when they are on sale. I was not expecting it to cost as much as it did, but I think it ended up looking fab. And I can justify and say that the money I saved on the base, I spent on the shade, right?
Flower power up close.
More pictures of Birtha’s complete nursery coming soon.
What Would I Do Without Tootsie? December 15, 2009
Today has been one of the best days in a long time. I feel kind of bad for saying this, but maybe it has a little to do with the fact that it’s the first day that I have had to myself in a long, long time. Cole is at Tootsie and Groucho’s house and has been there since last night. As I was sitting my happy ass on the couch last night, eating my Angus burger (ohmygoshsofreakinggood! McDonalds why did you do this to me?) and Mom called to tell me that Swazie took a huge crap on the floor while she was at Walgreens. Dad was watching Cole and when she walked in the door she noticed dog shit smeared all over the floor and Cole in the sink getting a scrub down. I could not help but laugh a little on the inside and thank God that it was their problem and not mine. Selfish much? I know, but that’s been my mood pretty much this whole month of December. At the same time though, I am so very grateful that I have parents that are willing to help me out so much. Thanks Mom and Dad you guys are the best. I had great plans to walk Memorial Park and finish Christmas shopping at the Galleria today, but instead I just made the executive decision to sit here on my butt, in my filthy house, watching moving until it’s time to go scoop up the Cole-Man. Don’t get me wrong, I miss the baby cakes dearly, but hot damn I forget what it’s like to have free time, and I’m enjoying every second of it. Thanks Mom, you’re the best!
Bend Over December 13, 2009
Lane: I should get on the treadmill, but I feel like I might be catching Cole’s sickness.
Pook: Take your temperature.
Lane: Too bad our thermometer’s out of commission.
Pook: Come here, drop your pants and bend over … I found Cole’s thermometer.
Lane: Please tell me you’re joking. Why aren’t you smiling? I’m really scared right now.
You Better Not Pout, You Better Not Cry December 12, 2009
The picture pretty much speaks for itself on how Cole felt about Santa this year. I don’t blame him. Santa was a total creeper and he was sleeping when we sat Cole down on his lap. Now that’s one jolly Santa.
We Made It December 8, 2009
Believe it or not, but Birtha and I have made it into the third and final trimester of this pregnancy. I thought this day would never come around. We all know that I am not a pleasant pregnant girl to have around, so I’m sure others (Pook) will also celebrate our 2/3 progress. The only difference is that he’ll have a celebratory beer while I sip my celebratory shirley temple … hey I’m not complaining though, I’ll take a stiff shirley temple over a beer any day. Well, errr I take that back … most days!
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Dear Birtha,
Please enjoy your complimentary stay at The House Of Lane Lovin’ Hotel, because in 13 short weeks you will be evicted whether you are ready or not. I appreciate your business, come back again real soon.
Regards,
Mama
15 Months Young December 6, 2009
And as you can see … not the slightest bit interested in walking.
more about “15 months and still no walkie! on Vimeo“, posted with vodpod
Yes, This Is Houston We’re Talking About December 4, 2009
It’s still snowing balls as I speak errr type. That’s rare for it to snow two years in a row in Houston freaking Texas. It’s not sticking to the ground but it’s fun while it lasts. Cole seems to enjoy it too.
Here are a few pictures from our two big outings.
Me and the babes.
Why is he so damn handsome?
Swazie was not digging the snow.
Two of my loves.
