tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50527239888248064962024-03-13T08:25:18.587-07:00Letters From Liam's MommyA single mom, her gorgeous little boy, and silly puppyMama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.comBlogger93125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-60788028835195504582011-03-15T14:10:00.002-07:002011-03-15T14:14:00.366-07:00Long time, no type. I realize I have not written a blog entry in almost forever. Its been a busy/bad past two months. Always so much drama. I am still super busy trying to finalize everything up with school before my start date on 3/21. I plan to write tonight and update what we have been doing w/ what will no doubt be a bijillion pictures. :-)Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-3392421291008767352011-01-26T22:03:00.002-07:002011-01-26T22:09:16.956-07:00Mama Gets CrackedSo today I went to the chiropractor for the first time in like......7 years? They warned me I might be a little sore and groggy, but my shoulder blade is on FIRE. I'm pretty sure I pulled a muscle under my left shoulder blade and I will have to see a REAL doctor to help with that. Its hard to let it heal when I have to carry Liam around and work and everything. Oh well, my responsibilities come first. Anyway, I am just gonna take some medicine and go to be early tonight, but I have been doing so good w/ blogging all week, I wanted to keep the flow going! Goodnight blogger friends!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-55413974560401021402011-01-25T15:11:00.008-07:002011-01-25T15:42:46.999-07:00Products this Madre Loves (Bath and Body Edition)One thing I rarely mention on this blog is how much I am into beauty and fashion. I definitely think it is important to keep yourself looking your best. Even when you only want to wear sweat pants every day and never wash your hair because you don't get much sleep and your hair is constantly pulled or you're spit up on. Yes, true beauty comes from the inside, but why not have a little bit of fun in taking care of the outside too. I love reading product reviews on what works for people and what doesn't. I'll give you a little bit of insight on the products I use and what works for me (it may not work for you, though, and thats ok). We'll start with my bath/body products:<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><strong>Clean & Clear Foaming Facial Cleanser (sensitive skin)</strong></div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQURlRRcbaAS8F2SY6i4N9lrkm0FTRhzbr43x61DbVHCa_RM2ltRCz0KfsSiRC3jpYK2zPqbdliDYiT-DBMVQ4b24HH3CGzZ9RwsJecsZ3Pj5mEUI6Gxly0hHX7ztp8uQ7RScMM6b6suI/s1600/large_lnFKIivYZXYZjwIVmwBb.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 180px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 180px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566252604525422482" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQURlRRcbaAS8F2SY6i4N9lrkm0FTRhzbr43x61DbVHCa_RM2ltRCz0KfsSiRC3jpYK2zPqbdliDYiT-DBMVQ4b24HH3CGzZ9RwsJecsZ3Pj5mEUI6Gxly0hHX7ztp8uQ7RScMM6b6suI/s400/large_lnFKIivYZXYZjwIVmwBb.jpg" /></a></p><p align="center">I use this product as my every day face wash. I use it to remove makeup and everything, it is so easy on the skin and leaves it feeling smooth and soft. </p><p align="center"><strong>Artec Kiwi Color Reflector Shampoo & Conditioner</strong></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg1vTE3IK7OEY1HmvCWSOswADkwbszv0z-if1IW3_s66rZQh-VS6KgMqpkH15B9gG3F3Ifviy40J2Jqle4r88DnOM23N-2qYGPqouExOfhhJLC5i4audX4i0y0wvA8bI_30Rln7t0HPO4/s1600/Artec_Kiwi_Kiwi_Color_Reflector_Smoothing_Shampoo_32_oz.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566252371222801858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg1vTE3IK7OEY1HmvCWSOswADkwbszv0z-if1IW3_s66rZQh-VS6KgMqpkH15B9gG3F3Ifviy40J2Jqle4r88DnOM23N-2qYGPqouExOfhhJLC5i4audX4i0y0wvA8bI_30Rln7t0HPO4/s400/Artec_Kiwi_Kiwi_Color_Reflector_Smoothing_Shampoo_32_oz.jpg" /></a></p><p align="center">My hair stylist recommended this set to me about a year or two ago and I haven't changed. It helps with color treated hair and it smells yummy!<br /></p><p align="center"><strong>St. Ives Apricot Scrub</strong></p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9PkCp8MrYdNxm5POZE__N8oiEpdDYn7s8RfRdtBZJhQK1h2X35d1x9XUbz6kAulUO4EIo46lvgsKtlNSBDuG0oeeHUAMryP_JWvlwhBLc1oIpjErIRbr8-K_f6NAoYNqkGgQW88YU2gk/s1600/ApricotScrub.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 253px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566252367424394818" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9PkCp8MrYdNxm5POZE__N8oiEpdDYn7s8RfRdtBZJhQK1h2X35d1x9XUbz6kAulUO4EIo46lvgsKtlNSBDuG0oeeHUAMryP_JWvlwhBLc1oIpjErIRbr8-K_f6NAoYNqkGgQW88YU2gk/s400/ApricotScrub.jpg" /></a> OMG I love this stuff. Now its a little harsh on your skin (since its a scrub) so I definitely wouldn't recommend using it every day because it will dry you out. I rarely get any blemishes or blackheads and I swear this is the major reason. I also use it on the backs of my arms if I get any little bumps, it smoothes it right back out. It doesn't smell the best and its not soft, but it works so that's what matters to me.</p><p align="center"><strong>Clairol Shimmer Lights</strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7sfCHJvXdLI0V0ulCdGpLi7Y22X30BHaWgMj5aXPINmaj3fJ0mn7AiTyctjr4P8pkEDCroAUuyG73ZoBsPOU-c-wT3ftG1bc_LAbaUxjCN0-t05jv5VLQG1Tcl6LUcNKtxgVbu8QHpXk/s1600/AAAADMN74UwAAAAAAGZk_w.jpg"><strong><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 239px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 243px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566252369192502130" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7sfCHJvXdLI0V0ulCdGpLi7Y22X30BHaWgMj5aXPINmaj3fJ0mn7AiTyctjr4P8pkEDCroAUuyG73ZoBsPOU-c-wT3ftG1bc_LAbaUxjCN0-t05jv5VLQG1Tcl6LUcNKtxgVbu8QHpXk/s400/AAAADMN74UwAAAAAAGZk_w.jpg" /></strong></a>I just started using this stuff a couple months of ago when I started going lighter with my highlights again. Let me just tell you this stuff STINKS. It's definitely not a product you want to use before a hot date or anything. But it is really good at taking out that brassy/coppery undertones when dark haired people try to go light. Also should mention it is not an every day use shampoo. </p><p align="center"><strong>Warm Vanilla Sugar Shower Cream</strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnvk6VqhVEGIvnynW-EgRhnimJC6tfrkMkEzZSKsAg7lXLSPBzAyRI-rHd4AmRZpJyL38gDFNm1KgWfvihKbQk06-THLsUczq2TsJsuj8N2oSYOMA8Bv-A_DlZ6_rVYpmVfQQf9bRbDA4/s1600/200x200_photo183326.jpg"><strong><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566257195925354434" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnvk6VqhVEGIvnynW-EgRhnimJC6tfrkMkEzZSKsAg7lXLSPBzAyRI-rHd4AmRZpJyL38gDFNm1KgWfvihKbQk06-THLsUczq2TsJsuj8N2oSYOMA8Bv-A_DlZ6_rVYpmVfQQf9bRbDA4/s400/200x200_photo183326.jpg" /></strong></a><br />This is only the current smell I am using, but I love all of the Bath and Body Works shower creams. It leaves your skin really soft and all of the scents are amazing!</p><p align="center"><strong>Bath and Body Works Aromatherapy Sleep Warm Milk and Honey</strong><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEDKIedVpoUmIs4Lxy5yWF00gLdVuXSOpdK3n8nQQr74hn8tduha-VQmbqThWf7w6b-RKZxIPP_f8wNqtjLKMW_Lqlggd-XNGAG-SdEAzoVv1Kjr1OKJQ5eGfCoxUJ2oemIfTwqe9SeFo/s1600/41Ox09coVpL__SL500_.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 162px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566252365042510754" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEDKIedVpoUmIs4Lxy5yWF00gLdVuXSOpdK3n8nQQr74hn8tduha-VQmbqThWf7w6b-RKZxIPP_f8wNqtjLKMW_Lqlggd-XNGAG-SdEAzoVv1Kjr1OKJQ5eGfCoxUJ2oemIfTwqe9SeFo/s400/41Ox09coVpL__SL500_.jpg" /></a>I love baths. I try to take a nice relaxing bath at least every two days. This was a Christmas present from my mommy and I love it. It produces just a little bit of bubbles and foam, but it relaxes you (somehow) and makes you sooooo soft. It's great to use before crawling into bed!<br /><br />**Oh and by the way, I am not getting paid for any of this. I honestly just like these products**</p><p align="left">Please share what products work and don't work for you!! </p>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-67750685393637173052011-01-24T23:17:00.002-07:002011-01-24T23:43:22.362-07:00When the Grass Isn't So Green<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_XzGi2NbnP75lBiY0B_Ks1Y7Kcmxoh2yQSvTk6NeFnu9xEDht7SP6rV38UA80-0bKg4M64QFH0dnvtLgbkKYPofw26PY_g1UieWeDUKCooHIOd2g9Z7DgQWl1XMmpSVxDj8ZB-scEKI/s1600/032-2-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 299px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566004422683469954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_XzGi2NbnP75lBiY0B_Ks1Y7Kcmxoh2yQSvTk6NeFnu9xEDht7SP6rV38UA80-0bKg4M64QFH0dnvtLgbkKYPofw26PY_g1UieWeDUKCooHIOd2g9Z7DgQWl1XMmpSVxDj8ZB-scEKI/s400/032-2-1.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuVgwDHI80O82IyMJqh3GwLCsw9E7CmCfe-I_d7I-aVjGMNiue9JDSebx8Vf2EX5UE0V8E_HvVCRFxcs4K4RQTVu4EoO8bfA06qkiZu0VwHdBExl7psKLrWgIlB6ICbij7byDwNlp3URU/s1600/165736_183501065006534_100000399248114_518097_7231362_n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566004413045721202" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuVgwDHI80O82IyMJqh3GwLCsw9E7CmCfe-I_d7I-aVjGMNiue9JDSebx8Vf2EX5UE0V8E_HvVCRFxcs4K4RQTVu4EoO8bfA06qkiZu0VwHdBExl7psKLrWgIlB6ICbij7byDwNlp3URU/s400/165736_183501065006534_100000399248114_518097_7231362_n.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifXf1nXB-Pdl5MyY8zI8ODYNb8bLsdL-Aj8GTK8pkmXS6TFfwXXyXtEW7csqcr3b4Ex4h2QedpUvXl7mHjxFvWs6atPXqZ-Z41biLNFQRPDULJmEOvGDTvxF6XD5wgVd3Xl_tyMyy02Pg/s1600/179006_183462528343721_100000399248114_517969_2316596_n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566004402149143506" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifXf1nXB-Pdl5MyY8zI8ODYNb8bLsdL-Aj8GTK8pkmXS6TFfwXXyXtEW7csqcr3b4Ex4h2QedpUvXl7mHjxFvWs6atPXqZ-Z41biLNFQRPDULJmEOvGDTvxF6XD5wgVd3Xl_tyMyy02Pg/s400/179006_183462528343721_100000399248114_517969_2316596_n.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Ok....most of the time I don't mind being a single mother. It definitely has its hardships, but its worth every minute. What I am having a hard time with is dealing with shared custody. It is supposed to get easier as we go, but it isn't. <strong>HE</strong> was so cruel and uncaring during my pregnancy. When I think back on the beginning of the "custody battle" (it really wasn't a battle) I was just so terrified a judge/the courts were going to rip this precious little joy out of my hands 50% of the time that I gave in too easily. Someone who completely ignores the person carrying his child for weeks, months on end (even with pleas about our unborn child) is not ready to have responsibility for that unborn person. Not to mention not getting a license or cleaning his house until I had to throw a fit. Don't get me wrong, I would never take Liam's father away, I was always okay with parenting time, but if he ever attempts to take me to court again, I will fight for full custody. I have to tell him when and how to feed him...9 months later.... change his diaper more than every 4 hours, lots of things he should already know. He doesn't pitch in with formula or food or toys. He thinks his life is the only one that counts (no change from pre-Liam) and always disrespects me. His "I'll do what I want, when I want and I don't care who it affects" mentality is really starting put me at my breaking point. I know this is a shallow rant because I really shouldn't get into too much detail, but it is really getting to me. I just wish he was completely out of my life, period, but then I look at those big blue-gray eyes and that half toothless grin and I remember that everything I do is for him. So I'll deal. But it really weighs me down. Does anyone have input on ways to cope with shared custody with someone you <s>really dislike</s> <strong>hate</strong> (yes, sad, but I do)???Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-63184151831188330822011-01-18T11:46:00.004-07:002011-01-19T21:41:52.453-07:009 Months<strong>9 (ish, we were a few days early) Months: </strong><br />Length/Height: 27 1/4, 25th percentile (short baby, so far)<br />Head: 18, 65th percentile<br />Weight: 19 lbs 7 oz., 45th percentile<br />Size 3 diapers<br />Some 3-6, but mostly 6-9 months clothing<br />Size 3-4 shoes (Liam hates shoes, like his mommy)<br /><br /><strong>**What Liam is Doing**</strong><br /><ul><li>Pull himself from laying to sitting</li><li>Full on crawling now</li><li>Pull himself up to a standing position</li><li>Eating a lot more "big people food"</li><li>Trying to talk, can repeat wa, wa for water and he seems to know ba, ba for bottle really well</li><li>Drinks all his "milk" through a bottle now, no more breastfeeding</li><li>Walks along the couch, while holding on</li><li>Getting 4 more teeth on top</li><li>Laughs a lot</li><li>Tries to sing to certain TV show theme songs (like SpongeBob)</li><li>Gets very excited when you say its bathtime<br /></li></ul><center>At the doctor's office</center><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGBJRMyLt1vikgf71GAJkZO4ZdE6ffJv8qn7kWn9xAyM2dL-6QsME8BqdbL8glzwV_CdsRiEnL-Vq7tHcpRkDs2CtK3adpXgrsRR3qTkNUoeZYbNV1orTKHagiREbQRY_EfZxvd9ZHKc/s1600/IMAG0295.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564122411877661938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGBJRMyLt1vikgf71GAJkZO4ZdE6ffJv8qn7kWn9xAyM2dL-6QsME8BqdbL8glzwV_CdsRiEnL-Vq7tHcpRkDs2CtK3adpXgrsRR3qTkNUoeZYbNV1orTKHagiREbQRY_EfZxvd9ZHKc/s400/IMAG0295.jpg" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizQFUeAnFPcCxh7cLdowh1pfGE2zic4EqlG0M9C4ZOTB9efbGIIMP0Y1N2C7QxBIWFsrt9XnIU9GWdrVUWAve29aJe859yo7XixlzfKNwWD7fE9sZ13RhpT9qZgEj5BW-oI5W3qAkynYA/s1600/IMAG0296.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564122407705634402" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizQFUeAnFPcCxh7cLdowh1pfGE2zic4EqlG0M9C4ZOTB9efbGIIMP0Y1N2C7QxBIWFsrt9XnIU9GWdrVUWAve29aJe859yo7XixlzfKNwWD7fE9sZ13RhpT9qZgEj5BW-oI5W3qAkynYA/s400/IMAG0296.jpg" /></a> </div><br /><br /><center>Liam's first day at daycare</center><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDJO0xUwQmqKs1zeMSx3UgPVADsDVLaYUWst3U3whyphenhyphenQtqYgSL2CnZJ-kw-0nMl6Oxn_m8Lb6vpA-s09DE-fdgRshIpKemrNsB9WggP6ZrJwr4DKTv2Sbm_GNCqEEzP0SZTZobJqHg7KPo/s1600/IMAG0306.jpg"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Q2lHqYQjSpI-8Qzxh9rTs8xio0_Mk3lGwErK-5pmoG-mDN3NytqNLScPTtRXLhNRKvVISbC_bnB1yBHf8_GLjyc6-0ucgRMFsYRWVuLsGLz9s7JxQPI432GQzd3PhsQ6OUpQgNoKe6E/s400/IMAG0305.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564123513579585730" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzMKmDJNgW9KF2i1Q9Mls0vm8mj-CsD7LOgZ87ch84vRorGSr6eL91ILlGKa_tq7D0Up8lAfi6lbI8r3LKaLfUZ_e0NFyx1-VKpyXaJ74mjc3U3KMz5tVw6fZ7fMVEzjN3934EYELtr2E/s1600/IMAG0301.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzMKmDJNgW9KF2i1Q9Mls0vm8mj-CsD7LOgZ87ch84vRorGSr6eL91ILlGKa_tq7D0Up8lAfi6lbI8r3LKaLfUZ_e0NFyx1-VKpyXaJ74mjc3U3KMz5tVw6fZ7fMVEzjN3934EYELtr2E/s400/IMAG0301.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564123510488077906" /></a>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-15787656973060649572011-01-13T20:53:00.004-07:002011-01-13T21:13:04.038-07:00Fish or No Fish<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcWdesb0F2ZaHYftwwHPxE3Z91oCUK_nUERpf4QzpHatCshmENlHtAGyasvU2zkJkMuPZxtxUYrhd8vqm8SQf1ksqEm1ADO_pxKte7Q4f7waf9YDB4DWj-t9yMY_2lKtmHfvYiYVRhrb0/s1600/pisces_symbol.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 250px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561888120672142242" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcWdesb0F2ZaHYftwwHPxE3Z91oCUK_nUERpf4QzpHatCshmENlHtAGyasvU2zkJkMuPZxtxUYrhd8vqm8SQf1ksqEm1ADO_pxKte7Q4f7waf9YDB4DWj-t9yMY_2lKtmHfvYiYVRhrb0/s400/pisces_symbol.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>For 24 years I have been a pisces...now I am not? What is up with all this nonsense about astrological signs. What does everyone think of this stuff? And with the introduction of the new zodiac sign, Liam is now an Aries. I have no idea what all of this means. All I know, is whenever I'm supposed to be lucky in love or money, here I am single, and broke....so maybe trying a new sign out will change my luck! HA. </div></div><br /><div></div><br />Anyway, below is my new read. Well new to me. It's from the non-fiction side, yay me! It will have a review up soon. Which reminds me I skipped a review on my last book. No bueno.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOZpt0Ty55pa5xcBgXBeNdKT9P-nuqQckMQjS1jyF9dK7oJMJXnSXcA273T4t90DZUt2fU3NQZ6vThDLDudzLk0PM45Rt_4mBDJ3_OVW5IJCz4AecLS_uBWWCFJTIEYwODicVpE5jDCtc/s1600/kdjf.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561888978179895730" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOZpt0Ty55pa5xcBgXBeNdKT9P-nuqQckMQjS1jyF9dK7oJMJXnSXcA273T4t90DZUt2fU3NQZ6vThDLDudzLk0PM45Rt_4mBDJ3_OVW5IJCz4AecLS_uBWWCFJTIEYwODicVpE5jDCtc/s400/kdjf.jpg" /></a>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-83957342337011081802011-01-12T20:37:00.006-07:002011-01-12T22:21:45.867-07:00Adventures With Mommy and Grandma<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimXLyLtaQm_ufbtG8hayIoT3Sh_6fxKajQc1Fk29WDX6LQDjFhmN5kkWUp26q2YmqRgYwseDKwmGA3_FRzWoJixDD4k6Ojr2KRG_V0bDzLTWFTbp3piA8EJcEaDTIZTy0e6spdHDuQ7Ao/s1600/017.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimXLyLtaQm_ufbtG8hayIoT3Sh_6fxKajQc1Fk29WDX6LQDjFhmN5kkWUp26q2YmqRgYwseDKwmGA3_FRzWoJixDD4k6Ojr2KRG_V0bDzLTWFTbp3piA8EJcEaDTIZTy0e6spdHDuQ7Ao/s400/017.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561510638599173122" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD3aFHrapjGfJPxI_O0MIcziX8IsvRhHKu1Sj3nhtyRs2Q_F2ikGyEkLfKkkQUjv8Q8LhNYeG6WF-7USNnSXpFqVvhrc3eidBTzUd5ht5AUTHjjKYx5yJN3S02LfQja36I1JH1nqfS2sY/s1600/015.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD3aFHrapjGfJPxI_O0MIcziX8IsvRhHKu1Sj3nhtyRs2Q_F2ikGyEkLfKkkQUjv8Q8LhNYeG6WF-7USNnSXpFqVvhrc3eidBTzUd5ht5AUTHjjKYx5yJN3S02LfQja36I1JH1nqfS2sY/s400/015.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561510469479847186" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2Zq9S-zXfhXivU7LPEFcqZz-v2o_cKoeL1uzGcdOnCU4hGC2F2LMgO5krAvCK_K2esSO9LZxsxAhHYFhPWEaXjaWOPsXiB7E-f5bKwmhTiEjZcp8JxJFnf5dvHOGotq9F_zq3XVCMBI4/s1600/013.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2Zq9S-zXfhXivU7LPEFcqZz-v2o_cKoeL1uzGcdOnCU4hGC2F2LMgO5krAvCK_K2esSO9LZxsxAhHYFhPWEaXjaWOPsXiB7E-f5bKwmhTiEjZcp8JxJFnf5dvHOGotq9F_zq3XVCMBI4/s400/013.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561510270984790194" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTPzKY3wPYUP3jtGgnO_xuzu20-emD2HrIXJJ-BuTS0kKbLcmwIa6kLLndAQD6RC-Rs3idCRro8w15z0Ix1w4dj2bmTL8pDMakr0gWyVM4eFE0bXgHFf3KlnoCMeVM3uYyHu9pHeBDVJw/s1600/011.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTPzKY3wPYUP3jtGgnO_xuzu20-emD2HrIXJJ-BuTS0kKbLcmwIa6kLLndAQD6RC-Rs3idCRro8w15z0Ix1w4dj2bmTL8pDMakr0gWyVM4eFE0bXgHFf3KlnoCMeVM3uYyHu9pHeBDVJw/s400/011.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561510063961117298" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3HDqv376KbxbY5MalMyAskbDnNB0wtD7Zf0R_Dfr_g6VPPugWMpasqM9Tf2pMOHEDRzxGmxUN3ET6WuMHxo7mN7bTLPgEHnAc9UGB84UrR3cn63mS4-XOn5Mpu5O8bEbdWrNq69hkrg0/s1600/006.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3HDqv376KbxbY5MalMyAskbDnNB0wtD7Zf0R_Dfr_g6VPPugWMpasqM9Tf2pMOHEDRzxGmxUN3ET6WuMHxo7mN7bTLPgEHnAc9UGB84UrR3cn63mS4-XOn5Mpu5O8bEbdWrNq69hkrg0/s400/006.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561509882939663970" /></a><br />The above pictures were taken when Grandma came down for a couple of days this weekend. We had a nice relaxing time. <br /><br />I have been slacking on the blogging, same old story. I think part of the reason is that there is so much I don't share with. I don't want my blog to be a fake, or a false representation of our reality, but the world wide web is a big place and I don't want a bunch of my business floating around. So I am going to try talking about something that has been bothering me lately. Age. I am 24, which I am aware is young, but lately I have felt I am about over the hill. All of a sudden I feel like the fact that I am a single is looming over me. I have lots of time to find the *perfect man* for me. I think the whole 2012 end of the world thing is making it worse. I don't want to be alone (in love) when the world comes to an end. But I refuse to settle. I have also put myself in a position which is almost completely impossible to date. Even if I had the time. I put up these walls and frankly, I have issues. I don't think I am quite 100% ready to be in a realationship anyway, but it does get lonely. Anyway, I am not ready to say much more right now. Maybe I should make my blog private? But I love the blogging community and people being able to find me....things to contemplate.Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-19760980480844442302011-01-04T11:35:00.008-07:002011-01-04T12:23:27.992-07:00Our New Years 2011 and Other NewsI have so much to tell you guys! So, I apologize in advance if this post isn't very cohesive.<br /><br />New Years Day was a busy, fun day for Liam and I. My cousin got married at the <a href="http://www.pioneeraz.org/">Pioneer Living History Museum</a> and I was able to get part of the day off from work so we could attend. We got to see some of the family that we don't get to often and some were finally able to meet my munchkin. He behaved so well for being out so long without a nap. It was a cute little venue and a nice ceremony (minus some behind the scenes drama, which is always true with family events). If you live in Arizona, it would be a nice little day adventure for the family. By the way, if you don't see the pictures of you from the wedding do not be upset, you can find them all on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/">Facebook</a>, but I am really trying to stop posting 5.6 bijillion pictures in every post. My cousin looks so happy and I am glad he found someone to spend the rest of his life with!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQpb0OdLCpeTUl5C6cNMo2FGaq6Qt4aVp9B9lR7xM8DVy1OCz7hkGt1ZGsuewW-s0IQb3anL_HA5S_qxdhJ_bexa5GYP4gExFE_0RaoPeuLBj1CQqQIikd2vG-NnxAmVxCfyozd6n5Z00/s1600/029.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558402937810048754" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQpb0OdLCpeTUl5C6cNMo2FGaq6Qt4aVp9B9lR7xM8DVy1OCz7hkGt1ZGsuewW-s0IQb3anL_HA5S_qxdhJ_bexa5GYP4gExFE_0RaoPeuLBj1CQqQIikd2vG-NnxAmVxCfyozd6n5Z00/s400/029.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2v0ubQQmxw41i-9ieSDpY5g-pATR2RVFotdx6n6WN7PN_sIetrtwB5Hu9hq8lwrFkZPFcZeCyDvPcMXRacQPvOHHFHUegFPCUcGSKwwFD_61H3lf5tmHeJGhYnsNQTogOVVeITa5XcLM/s1600/048.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558402953064722466" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2v0ubQQmxw41i-9ieSDpY5g-pATR2RVFotdx6n6WN7PN_sIetrtwB5Hu9hq8lwrFkZPFcZeCyDvPcMXRacQPvOHHFHUegFPCUcGSKwwFD_61H3lf5tmHeJGhYnsNQTogOVVeITa5XcLM/s400/048.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmnnOQsuS8XL_bLbuY_UEW8kQG8zTXmP3-gxnRoicNfUIvYrbrdC-W3oHTSTtqh3_gx22gPVWX16SvQFGaNPTgO5K9VFJms6VZYNlKDjyIYeFfQuKVdOybyS7Eb7i4uZl0LP0XtaJkhzA/s1600/065.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558402962264194258" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmnnOQsuS8XL_bLbuY_UEW8kQG8zTXmP3-gxnRoicNfUIvYrbrdC-W3oHTSTtqh3_gx22gPVWX16SvQFGaNPTgO5K9VFJms6VZYNlKDjyIYeFfQuKVdOybyS7Eb7i4uZl0LP0XtaJkhzA/s400/065.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqOpYQuHJHm_NBNmExUbag7cpltDN-clLrTUtU_E2KxPdStAPa8LYkXBfbwOeAo-eVtaxNCV7oWD7raxnL6Cc07HtpcWhXPEySZbSDq3MlXVLP-XMfvMuaaRJEvgf0RFc-8BXP8qIJtsI/s1600/067.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558402973402344002" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqOpYQuHJHm_NBNmExUbag7cpltDN-clLrTUtU_E2KxPdStAPa8LYkXBfbwOeAo-eVtaxNCV7oWD7raxnL6Cc07HtpcWhXPEySZbSDq3MlXVLP-XMfvMuaaRJEvgf0RFc-8BXP8qIJtsI/s400/067.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFkBIT0ULnjfi2unjafp2mXOTu8pP1mY-P6EhM9CU-wh8F7jb6NNO8-KId7BJOChyphenhyphenZP6S225uoWPs3jsNEjr_If-x9dOsXVfHEZeP9aVC1RturJkUTAJ8ezVHrmvtBttMQHZpIs67kog0/s1600/099.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558408144764168850" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFkBIT0ULnjfi2unjafp2mXOTu8pP1mY-P6EhM9CU-wh8F7jb6NNO8-KId7BJOChyphenhyphenZP6S225uoWPs3jsNEjr_If-x9dOsXVfHEZeP9aVC1RturJkUTAJ8ezVHrmvtBttMQHZpIs67kog0/s400/099.JPG" /></a><br />Next. I really need to stop switching schools because ordering transcripts is a nightmare. Me and <a href="http://www.my.maricopa.edu/">my.maricopa.edu</a> finally settled our beef (after multiple conversations w/ the helpdesk) and I was able to order the rest of my transcripts. So unless I am forgetting a school (and w/ the ridiculousness that is the amount of schools I have attended, it is possible) I am done ordering all of my transcripts! Now we just have to wait for ASU to evaluate all of my credits and <strong>pray</strong> they transfer most of them. I already have my football game pal and #1 supporter...<br /><p align="left">He's such a cute lil devil<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdia5JOyZekmjjpCZbJ89moAnKSkEYfzqpP5Hrw68j_RSCAWHqmVTby4xlOjDvzc7jIJze7MDpXynf7MYO4FvhDaObmp6U8vhGpxNLEW_Fa4DrEKQSVztdHheAOulzeFje6je3pzTg_Vs/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558410612141101890" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdia5JOyZekmjjpCZbJ89moAnKSkEYfzqpP5Hrw68j_RSCAWHqmVTby4xlOjDvzc7jIJze7MDpXynf7MYO4FvhDaObmp6U8vhGpxNLEW_Fa4DrEKQSVztdHheAOulzeFje6je3pzTg_Vs/s400/002.JPG" /></a> </p><p align="left">Liam is going to have to start attending school (its a much better word than daycare) one day a week starting next Friday. I am literally freaking out about it. I know, it's silly, its one day for a couple of hours, but this is the first time complete strangers will be watching my child. Most "schools" only do week rates, not day rates, but <a href="http://www.kindercare.com/">KinderCare</a> does daily rates. So ppppuuuhhh-lllleeasssee if you have had <strong>any</strong> experience with this instituion let me know!! I have to admit, I am a tad bit excited about Liam getting time with other children though. I love taking care of him, but I don't want his social skills to fall behind. I think it will be a good experience and everything will be fine....once I get past the first couple of days.</p><p align="left">Lastly, I joined <a href="http://www.mombloggersclub.com/">MBC</a> last weekish and I have had such great results connecting with other moms already! I am so pleasantly surprised. I usually get my updates about comments and such for Blogger and MBC on my phone, so if I don't respond right away or sometimes at all (BAD BAD BAD), I just want you to know I am glad you're here and I definitely try to return comment favors and follow favors. I will try to get better! <br /><br />Anyway, I should try to get something to eat before Liam wakes up from his nap. Have a good day and happy blogging!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-46999881624691390212010-12-31T22:17:00.003-07:002010-12-31T22:27:57.735-07:00Quick ShoutoutsI just wanted to take a second before I begin my hectic New Years Eve plans (watching movies and playing Donkey Kong Returns and watching Liam sleep :-P) and recognize some pretty amazing people and blogs.<br /><br />*Thank you to all of my new followers, I look forward to getting to know you all and sharing our experiences!'<br /><br />*Thank you to all of my older followers, you rock!<br /><br />*Thank you specifically to two bloggers who always comment and leave me nice messages and they both happen to be LOVELY:<br /><br />Ashley@<a href="http://lovelylittleadventure.blogspot.com/">Lovely Little Adventure</a><br /><br />Shirley@<a href="http://shirleysnewday.blogspot.com/">A Lovely Mother</a>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-67915785647995785632010-12-31T00:11:00.003-07:002010-12-31T01:01:45.292-07:00Goodbye 2010, Hello 2011<div align="left"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_QETlp5kNNgQtizr9INTiS7KzGojoQqCOu7OPCwBcR-jNyWwlRGSSuZlra-Z_ZKxMk7Q615YWzascO01Gv39K0ezaJnZ0WfWOZJHkFr2kp8EU5aE52jgn5x75DOTb-XaV0KWrQvjyixE/s1600/champagne2-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 286px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556751949389533746" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_QETlp5kNNgQtizr9INTiS7KzGojoQqCOu7OPCwBcR-jNyWwlRGSSuZlra-Z_ZKxMk7Q615YWzascO01Gv39K0ezaJnZ0WfWOZJHkFr2kp8EU5aE52jgn5x75DOTb-XaV0KWrQvjyixE/s400/champagne2-1.jpg" /></a>For me, 2010 was one of those years that will always stand out among all of the other ones. All of the others that I am lucky to live through. Somewhere in this year I feel like I grew up...more than any other year. 2010 was a roller coaster with a loose screw; most times I felt as if I was holding on for dear life and about to fly off of the track. It had ups (the highest I have ever been) and downs, mostly downs. At times I didn't know how much further down I could get, but I always had that little face to light up my life in the dark times. Oh, and Fawna too (in case she reads this). Needless to say I am beyond ready to say goodbye to 2010 and hello to 2011. Fresh starts, new beginnings, new hopes. I get a chance to start over and make all of the things right that I have been getting all wrong. So here is my best of's 2010 (the short list) and my New Years resolutions (the excessively long list of goals).<br /><br /><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#000000;"><strong><em>Best of 2010:</em></strong></span></div><ol><li><div align="justify"><span>Liam being born</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Finishing my AA</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Vegas trip</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Trips to Show Low</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Christmas morning with Joel and Liam</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Health, happiness, and company of my great friends & family</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Moving into a bigger place</span></div></li><li><div align="justify"><span>Chris moving back to Phoenix</span></div></li></ol><p><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">2011 New Years Resolutions:</span></em></strong></p><ol><li><span><span><span><span>Take better care of my body (Eat better, Exercise more) I would say exact goals, but the exact is I just want to be healthy</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Stop biting my stupid nails</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Be a better friend to those who matter, and get rid of those who don't or bring me down</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Let go of the past, especially the control and effect Liam's selfish, pos, idiot father has on my life (yeah, its a big work in progress)</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Plan a great 1st birthday party for Liam</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Go to Disneyland</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Become a student at ASU (again) and dedicate myself to succeeding</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Pay off all debt except student loans (since it will continue to increase anyway, screw it ;-))</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>Visit Aaliyah</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Laugh more, cry less</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Get a promotion at work</span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span>Be positive and thankful...even when it may seem impossible</li></ol></span></span></span></span><span><span></span></span><p align="justify">I hope that everyone had a great 2010 or can at least take something positive out of it, such as a learning experience. I wish you all the best year in 2011 and that all of your wishes come true and you achieve all of your resolutions.<br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;">Thank you for my son 2010, but PEACE OUT!!!! </span></p></div>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-84448427266334761022010-12-29T23:22:00.002-07:002010-12-30T00:03:11.634-07:00Whining about WeaningMe, not Liam. After continually saying I am going to stop breastfeeding, I have finally started the transition. Liam is a trooper, he is taking to the bottle with no problem and I am a bit hurt by it. I know it is completely ridiculous feeling. I was so ready to give it up, or so I thought. Needless to say, I didn't realize how much of an emotional decision it is. Once you stop, you can't go back. Liam will never again need me like he did during breastfeeding and we will no longer have that special bonding time. And a materialistic reason it also makes the decision difficult is the cost of formula! But there are definite pluses to stopping. I don't have to plan my life around not exposing myself in public, I can follow how much Liam is eating, and he passes out while eating his bottle, which makes nap/bed time so much easier than the "after breastfeeding play time" we are used to. The most important thing is that he didn't act like he was getting enough on breast feeding alone anymore, and now he seems satisfied. So, even though some might think its a little early, I am going to stick with the weaning because I think it is time. We are down to 2 breastfeedings a day, his first in the morning and right before I go to bed. I'll probably stick with that for a couple of days, then cut back to one and then none. I want to avoid clogged ducts and infection and all of that mess, so I'll take it slow. I am lucky I stay home most of the week, so I can be flexible with the schedule. I am just going to stay positive and we will make it through! If anyone has any advice, please feel free to share!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-87540309804357203332010-12-28T13:21:00.004-07:002010-12-28T13:43:14.357-07:00Mommy is in T-R-O-U-B-L-E!It is amazing to me how you can put a baby to sleep and the next morning he wakes up and is a completely new baby. Liam can now go from a "crawl" position back to sitting, sit on his knees, and from sitting he can pull himself up to standing. This all has happened in a matter of two days. I kept waiting for him to officially crawl, but he never has. He scoots and sometimes he will get up on all fours if he wants to crawl over things (the bars underneath my coffee table), but now he is already moving onto standing. Soon it will be walking. I cannot believe how fast this all happens! Now I need to lower the crib and figure out how to block my cable box, dvd player and game systems on my entertainment center. <em>Aye ye ye ye</em>. Yes, my living room looks as though a toy store exploded inside of it, oh the Christmas aftermath.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHKggnZn3v7VtKSkdgdtJIRFayNS2G0UG2M8qEBbCX6HWSh1P0X20e9inlmoBpDR9OiQ3NW17h0zZQXMEpwzAbkmR55tFUvBJyNZTQowkoOem0PHcs4B72vI487NsnXpbk5Cj3V_cGKyY/s1600/017.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555833503407586594" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHKggnZn3v7VtKSkdgdtJIRFayNS2G0UG2M8qEBbCX6HWSh1P0X20e9inlmoBpDR9OiQ3NW17h0zZQXMEpwzAbkmR55tFUvBJyNZTQowkoOem0PHcs4B72vI487NsnXpbk5Cj3V_cGKyY/s400/017.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsvFX3w1Kk9aUc8cjBntTuGfLf2EfAYFfVOsY3U7UyIVmnxWE_iAKEFs2Dxb054ECa83_2ulyn6ohzk2rmMNE0QfearxZKBc6nnXGF7JEUIf8mWjPFT3UfHwjJ-JLXpz__2RdOJHr7b2Y/s1600/163932_177536792269628_100000399248114_479593_6279975_n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555833498430367058" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsvFX3w1Kk9aUc8cjBntTuGfLf2EfAYFfVOsY3U7UyIVmnxWE_iAKEFs2Dxb054ECa83_2ulyn6ohzk2rmMNE0QfearxZKBc6nnXGF7JEUIf8mWjPFT3UfHwjJ-JLXpz__2RdOJHr7b2Y/s400/163932_177536792269628_100000399248114_479593_6279975_n.jpg" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMusk4MPr5huBJa6VaK000cmqX3M9eI6VXowa32FmCqEcGGNLhyFoCVCJkdJUkFdHnGZ1_5GJ_AXO03XH4kyo5aoe7qu0wBIvanyzerWNeXoljZ5LZdOFK-DH6xOO7GgJrRFL_2bByED0/s1600/167739_177536775602963_100000399248114_479592_5125927_n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555833493452984482" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMusk4MPr5huBJa6VaK000cmqX3M9eI6VXowa32FmCqEcGGNLhyFoCVCJkdJUkFdHnGZ1_5GJ_AXO03XH4kyo5aoe7qu0wBIvanyzerWNeXoljZ5LZdOFK-DH6xOO7GgJrRFL_2bByED0/s400/167739_177536775602963_100000399248114_479592_5125927_n.jpg" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgui5i2plV1p1JvxodDrJ9iQSczO5PiTVKXNQ9DO3JcSkNSNel1dDHjH11L27lKbkGXAT053vH4LhjL8ePsUEFP9buLk12hLw-pSM4AFHoypUMd01anb42tMpUO9yz72RPHTLrgafucd9c/s1600/IMAG0229.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555833489230646882" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgui5i2plV1p1JvxodDrJ9iQSczO5PiTVKXNQ9DO3JcSkNSNel1dDHjH11L27lKbkGXAT053vH4LhjL8ePsUEFP9buLk12hLw-pSM4AFHoypUMd01anb42tMpUO9yz72RPHTLrgafucd9c/s400/IMAG0229.jpg" /></a><br />In other news, I talked to my admissions representative for ASU and I almost crapped my pants at the cost of tuition. $325/credit hour and that's for online! If you attend ground classes it is $625/credit hour! It's insane. And what's dumb about the whole thing is the job market is so bad right now people who have a BA, BS, etc. don't get jobs making enough to even afford to pay back their student loans. I know the government is looking into this issue, but not fast enough. It is ridiculous. <strong>But</strong> I want a valulable education from a University (<em>not of Phoenix)</em>, so I guess I'll have to eat the cost. Another thing I am worried about is what classes will actually transfer. If it is not all 60 credits, ok, fine, but if they want me to practically start all the way over I don't know what I am going to do. I want to get this done as quickly as possible, so I will probably be taking 18 credits a semester, which breaks down to 3 classes for the first 7 weeks of the semester and 3 classes the second 7 weeks of the semester. Plus summer school and not taking a winter break, since I am used to school all year round, anyway. It is going to be a lot, but I am not getting any younger and I still have a lot of school to go to end up where I want to be, so its a necessity. </div><div> </div><div>Anyway, I'll get off my soap box for the day. Also, FYI, I am enjoying reading about everyone's Christmas holiday and seeing pictures, I just haven't had time to comment on each post. I'm sorry!</div></div>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-58337731252756524542010-12-27T11:05:00.005-07:002010-12-27T11:30:13.880-07:00Liam's First Christmas (es)Hi ya'll! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday! Our Christmas seemed to last for a full week! First, we went to my parents house in Show Low and did our Christmas there, where he tried mashed potatoes for the first time and mommy stuffed her face the entire week! Liam also got to see snow for the first time, which he seemed to really enjoy since he was laughing and smiling the whole time. Then, Christmas Eve Liam was with his father's family (and trashy ex-girlfriend, but we won't get into that, to spare a long, inappropriate ramble) and watched the Jim Carey's Christmas Carol with mommy and Joel. Christmas morning had breakfast opened our stockings and presents, then spent the day at Joel's brother's house for Christmas with his family. This was very special because Joel's mother has cancer and is not doing well right now, so even though we are no longer together, it is where I felt I wanted to be. At first I was a bit upset because money is tight for me (like it is for 99.9% of the population) and I didn't think I got him enough, but he actually ended up making out quite a bit. Besides, its not supposed to be about the amount of presents or what you get and I don't want him to grow up thinking it is. Then Saturday night I hung out with my friend Chris and watched movies. It was a great way to spend the holiday (holiday week). I took about 5.5 billion pictures and I am <strong>so </strong>bad at selecting just a few, but I will try. I warn you, there will still be quite a few. Oh and in other news, I am not sure if I told ya'll already, but I am officially finished with my AA, the degree is in the mail, and I have reapplied for ASU and hope to start there ASAP. Go Sun Devils. Anyway, onto the pictures:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT3_C2tQ1zeWkd0uUKylkkDn8tHBkYxbsD_M0L0L7YoCQm15fPNPJX-hl-IkLG6eSnORQm1isORth1CaBIX4BvF319T9ukt2iRuERN5IPWtDtzGus8qIrogsalTcjXm7okz8Xg_e52RTk/s1600/Christmas+10+059.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555428765970923426" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT3_C2tQ1zeWkd0uUKylkkDn8tHBkYxbsD_M0L0L7YoCQm15fPNPJX-hl-IkLG6eSnORQm1isORth1CaBIX4BvF319T9ukt2iRuERN5IPWtDtzGus8qIrogsalTcjXm7okz8Xg_e52RTk/s400/Christmas+10+059.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix4jrznlo-L-t19MVBiBCHQQbxcU1zG3ptlxZODTEZk4SrYppZKXWcuXFmkXGTljZPxDzlZ0Xii5CGaqBUMFWsHAQCDi4qoilp5Py5WOkfqyPWKkzr9NVS-sscO-5OonhCbL5UjNsPwNI/s1600/Christmas+10+095.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; 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We have been so blessed and we are just loving every second of our holiday season! Best wishes to all of you and I will blog with the mess of pictures and info of our Christmas next week.<br /><br />Happy holidays all of you wonderful bloggers!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-45856878765324515702010-12-17T23:38:00.011-07:002010-12-18T00:12:07.673-07:00Liam Meets Santa ClausThis week I took Liam to meet Santa Claus for the first time. His "Auntie" Elena got to come with us and it was a good thing too because he was C-R-A-N-K-Y. Poor little baby's cold is still bothering him, plus I think he is teething again one or two teeth on the top front. But I am pleasantly surprised because even though he didn't smile he wasn't crying or screaming either, which is an accomplishment for a baby! Has anyone ever taken a poll on how many babies cry/scream their first time sitting on Santa's lap? Let's do one!<br /><form method="post" action="http://poll.pollcode.com/xwNn"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="150" bg style="color:#135c05;"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2"><span style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:-1;color:#f71911;"><b>Did your baby cry when they met Santa?</b></span></td></tr><tr><td width="5"><input value="1" type="radio" name="answer"></td><td><span style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:-1;color:#f71911;">Yes</span></td></tr><tr><td width="5"><input value="2" type="radio" name="answer"></td><td><span style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:-1;color:#f71911;">No</span></td></tr><tr><td colspan="2"><center><input value="Vote" type="submit"> <input value="View" type="submit" name="view"></center></td></tr><tr><td bg colspan="2" align="right" style="color:white;"><span style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:-2;color:black;">pollcode.com <a href="http://pollcode.com/"><span style="color:navy;">free polls</span></a></span></td></tr></tbody></table></form>Onto the pictures of Liam:<br /><form method="post" action="http://poll.pollcode.com/xwNn"><br /><p align="center">Liam and Santa</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2GXt823VP0S-bu1jjG2SRsm2Hp00sdCCsYiKXiftkmDN-LBhDup5q3vWKPSdNDj4QRdooCOUqcd3Y_mT3z5tTuaN_bdySuGn0_3Oyh02lq_43Mr-G0txzxz76TA6MuoHXbltm4eVJiso/s1600/scan0011.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 279px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551912844223511218" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2GXt823VP0S-bu1jjG2SRsm2Hp00sdCCsYiKXiftkmDN-LBhDup5q3vWKPSdNDj4QRdooCOUqcd3Y_mT3z5tTuaN_bdySuGn0_3Oyh02lq_43Mr-G0txzxz76TA6MuoHXbltm4eVJiso/s400/scan0011.jpg" /><br /><p align="center"></a>"I would like a Spongebob and lots of toys"</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiQO3S-YttrB8K6jTwLEh1c_qvOQFtrOQ2aCP6jbBfraJM6iqBvZrUwLiYMXbEy2hrNSiaM7AElIT24vJ9pqUtCf6ciKAaLpRcUz0rwsZ3WlnpVAbQ0Saor_loSw0Wx3tjPDUo78JyuRo/s1600/scan0010.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 279px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551912840776809602" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiQO3S-YttrB8K6jTwLEh1c_qvOQFtrOQ2aCP6jbBfraJM6iqBvZrUwLiYMXbEy2hrNSiaM7AElIT24vJ9pqUtCf6ciKAaLpRcUz0rwsZ3WlnpVAbQ0Saor_loSw0Wx3tjPDUo78JyuRo/s400/scan0010.jpg" /><br /><p align="center"></a>Mommy and Liam Michael</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2XfqSt29UCTsu2L_lPEID9jPvRj1pJ68VrwFY3UXlEd7uYlXHuYuD-r6QypCIcYzXg_qYNrDHF9FODuFN_c1oHZS5rRgW3Pg81iFgbnq8CwIyOYdcGH8qViZ1-wEaoaI4stlKIWjnY4o/s1600/58083_658703007008_27701299_37045248_4074998_n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551914905261599218" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2XfqSt29UCTsu2L_lPEID9jPvRj1pJ68VrwFY3UXlEd7uYlXHuYuD-r6QypCIcYzXg_qYNrDHF9FODuFN_c1oHZS5rRgW3Pg81iFgbnq8CwIyOYdcGH8qViZ1-wEaoaI4stlKIWjnY4o/s400/58083_658703007008_27701299_37045248_4074998_n.jpg" /><br /><p align="center"></a>Liam and "Auntie" Elena</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj95pmu441Ve5OQoLyoErFUw65Ns71d7ES0AcMKuX2tqPhoIrF0HUfQ4VIITj_4h4fIG1dtQlKHDfYakd5FYx5iSiHtvbqr2BXK6OABNbrRdAyhq7DOc8E8uQSZQeAORJgBc3Ca2gdSNhE/s1600/47642_658702917188_27701299_37045244_1341161_n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551916147744012226" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj95pmu441Ve5OQoLyoErFUw65Ns71d7ES0AcMKuX2tqPhoIrF0HUfQ4VIITj_4h4fIG1dtQlKHDfYakd5FYx5iSiHtvbqr2BXK6OABNbrRdAyhq7DOc8E8uQSZQeAORJgBc3Ca2gdSNhE/s400/47642_658702917188_27701299_37045244_1341161_n.jpg" /></a><br /><br /></form><form method="post" action="http://poll.pollcode.com/xwNn"></form>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-49101694687265794092010-12-13T23:06:00.009-07:002010-12-13T23:51:19.311-07:00Zoolights 2010Happy Monday! How is everyone's holiday season going so far?! We are hanging in over here! Finally getting better. Liam is still battling some cold symptoms and he absolutely hates getting his nose suctioned, but we are on the road to recovery! Next week we are going to visit my parents in Show Low and celebrate our Christmas together. I am hoping we get a little snow, so Liam can have his first experience! I am really excited. I need to invest in a pack and play that Liam can sleep in up there, but I can also fold up to fit in my car. Do any of you wonderful mommies have any suggestions or ones that have worked for you? Anyway, I picked up some new books at the library today, so hopefully I'll have a review up for you soon! Don't get me wrong, I love me some TV and of course movies (hence my job), but there is nothing like a good book, so I hope everyone squeezes some time in for reading. There is a genre out there for everyone! I think we lose our imaginations as we get older if we don't read and do things to keep it active. Woah, that was a random thought. <br /><CENTER><STRONG>ANYWAY!</STRONG></CENTER>Liam and I went to Zoolights at the <A href="http://www.phoenixzoo.org/">Phoenix Zoo</A> with my friend Alyssa and her son Kaden. He is adorable and it was so fun. I really feel that it hasn't been as good the past couple of years, but its tradition, so, therefore, a must. Here are some pics! 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I had strep throat, a UTI and other issues I can't talk about on here. Plus I started working, so some of my free time is gone. My mother came down from Show Low to help me out, so I could rest. But I am finally getting back into the groove! Life is still throwing me lots of obstacles, but every day I wake up and I get to see Liam, so I keep on keepin' on. One more week of school with University of Phoenix and I get my AA in Criminal Justice. One goal almost down! Then I am looking to reenroll at ASU, GO SUNDEVILS, for my ba in psychology. Like I previously mentioned, I am working part-time on the weekends at my old employer Blockbuster. So far I am really enjoying it. No more being tied to the phone at call centers! I am quite happy about that! The court papers are officially filed, so I am done with that...for a year anyway. Even though I feel like I get crapped on a lot by life, so to speak, I do have many blessings. Now, I just need to get past all the stress caused by the last year or so and I will be sitting pretty. Sounds like a New Years resolution to me. Is anyone starting to think about theirs yet? 2011 has got to be my year, I know it. Liam is doing great. He's got a bit of a cold right now (his first) and it kinda sucks! I took him to the doctor to make sure he didn't contract strep from me, and it was negative, thankfully! He still only weighs 19 pounds, I am glad he seems to be right on track with that and his 95 percentile days have passed! Anyway, I have a sick baby calling for mommy (no he isn't literally calling, yet, I wish). So I will leave you with a few pictures. And hopefully I will be back for good this time! I miss my bloggy world.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDNssV0pae4rukOCT5UacL1BIogU2tPPL1izuq3aLvOLOugB21V_iN7ua7smb4IvD_u6_Q8DStCrLKpPY_TSGW4rCRN1fPpb06XHsNHi-XQcwxFR1eFCjFrnpaKH58lKNHYlI8zUhX1F4/s1600/017.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDNssV0pae4rukOCT5UacL1BIogU2tPPL1izuq3aLvOLOugB21V_iN7ua7smb4IvD_u6_Q8DStCrLKpPY_TSGW4rCRN1fPpb06XHsNHi-XQcwxFR1eFCjFrnpaKH58lKNHYlI8zUhX1F4/s400/017.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5549116976137026386" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItRc52_sG0QENBhzYBVEBBvvIVF1SK1qQQE_T6ZBa7TBuLwGUBIYQ1bB6Vc654bnE_oOZdxzoj7neMecYAtYDrdeYE7H_3dPT8DHzWpvyGorlr_mRlM9rEd18TLvgh0KcRCe7ONmnY0E/s1600/014.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItRc52_sG0QENBhzYBVEBBvvIVF1SK1qQQE_T6ZBa7TBuLwGUBIYQ1bB6Vc654bnE_oOZdxzoj7neMecYAtYDrdeYE7H_3dPT8DHzWpvyGorlr_mRlM9rEd18TLvgh0KcRCe7ONmnY0E/s400/014.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5549116967740810050" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGoPkbDRg7uPLeDNgkW7WIxGkVRnnuJEX5Cac-hw_QxICkkspMYjUazrr7PxDK5BVXU4S4KfNQLR7bW4v3DwhN1A79oCSmj_siSkvq2YXrTamSfIHwPJ_R84gUGBcM6oDtsQuy09-1skw/s1600/002.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGoPkbDRg7uPLeDNgkW7WIxGkVRnnuJEX5Cac-hw_QxICkkspMYjUazrr7PxDK5BVXU4S4KfNQLR7bW4v3DwhN1A79oCSmj_siSkvq2YXrTamSfIHwPJ_R84gUGBcM6oDtsQuy09-1skw/s400/002.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5549116958333336322" /></a>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-18126901791817099362010-12-08T22:33:00.006-07:002010-12-10T10:40:14.841-07:00Book Review: My Name is Memory<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQi1n4RBJ67QLHCG7BzgD7WRp-ti1idlN-38gRGbcgjvAl6Xt8alys6FoVVPiin2UIj_t2B6BJOfenEAXS311xKx_TkT9vEl2AApyW4Z5C0EW-zRmbH1ElEgn_A_XNFBUpReRGfWSka6g/s1600/my_name_is_memory.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 210px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQi1n4RBJ67QLHCG7BzgD7WRp-ti1idlN-38gRGbcgjvAl6Xt8alys6FoVVPiin2UIj_t2B6BJOfenEAXS311xKx_TkT9vEl2AApyW4Z5C0EW-zRmbH1ElEgn_A_XNFBUpReRGfWSka6g/s320/my_name_is_memory.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5548552118801292034" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Synopsis:</strong> Lucy Broward is an ordinary girl growing up in the Virginia suburbs, soon to head off to college. As she prepares for her last high school dance, she allows herself to hopre that this might be the night her elusive crush, Daniel Grey, finally notices her. As the events of the night unfold, though, Lucy discovers that Daniel is much more complicated than she imagined, and perceives that there's something going on her that she really doesn't understand. Why does he call her Sophia? And why does it make her feel so strange? Daniel Grey is no ordinary young man. Daniel has "the memory," the ability to recall past lives and recognize the souls of those he's previously known. And he has spent centuries falling in love with the same girl. Life after life, crossing continents and dynasties, he and Lucy (despite her changing name and form) have been drawn together-and he remembers it all. It is both a gift and a curse. For all the many times they have also been torn painfully, fatally, apart. A love always too short. As we watch Daniel and Lucy's relationship unfold during the present day, interwoven are glimpses of their history together. From 552 Asia Minor to 1918 England and 1972 Virginia, the two souls share a long and sometimes tortuous path of seeking each other time and again. But just when Lucy begins to awaken to the secret of her past, to understand her relationship to Sophia, and to understand the true reason for the strength of her attraction to Daniel, the mysterious force that has torn them apart in the past reappears. Ultimately, they must confront not just their complicated history, but a persistent adversary as well. If they are ever to spend a lifetime together.<br /><br /><center><strong>My Rating:</strong> ★★★★☆</center><br /><br />This book is about love and a little time travel. I found myself not wanting to put the book down. The two characters have such a strong connection and the author does a good job of establishing why they have the connection as she takes you through their history. It does seem a little slow in parts, but I couldn't wait to find out if they end up together. The ending sort of sneaks up on you and at first I was extremely disappointed until I found out there seems to be a sequel coming soon. A lot of people seemed concerned about the age appropriateness of the book as she is normally a teen author. I can say it is more on the light side, but I still enjoyed it. I have never read her popular The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series to compare, but I think I will definitely be reading the sequel.Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-52525572584099526402010-11-26T22:30:00.006-07:002010-11-26T22:53:50.891-07:00Thanksgiving/Black FridayI hope everyone had a wonderful holiday with lots of good food and more importantly family time. What are everyone's traditions? I grew up with a <strong>huge</strong> family and holidays were extremely special. We always went to my mom's side of the family and had a huge shindig. Mostly at my grandparents or my Aunt's house. We ate a lot of food and spent time together. They are some of the best memories of my life. Unfortunately, time always changes things...people move, people pass away. We don't do that anymore. Now my dad's side of the family is very different and we have been going there for most of the holidays. I am not really talking about my sister or brother, but extended family. It's just not the same. The value of the holiday somehow disappears on who cooks what and how and your joyous banter is replaced with complaining and vulgarities. I make them sound terrible. Really, they aren't. I love all of my uncles and one Aunt, but they are better individually, in smaller doses. Something happens when they all get together. Don't get me wrong, I am happy I saw them all because I rarely do, but I am not sure that's the tradition I want to make with Liam. I want him to have those memories I do with my mom's side. The importance of togetherness and what holidays are really about. We were able to go to one of my best friends since elementary school house today where they celebrated their Thanksgiving. It was intimate and special and a great representation of family. They are some of the best people I have ever met. I had a fantastic time. Anyway, like I said, things change. I guess it is time to make our <em>own</em> traditions. <br /><center>Mommy on Thanksgiving</center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTw9Emf602ZUJ_3J-maRgIxDo2oAtYZLso9weCthG6KYAZOPB09NP6-2WB47hwlqI7NESOuDMQRGBAzDrMldNw4xr9ZIyGQ3eCaNOCVRfMwxx6U4QSxZk20aZoMJvykyt9U3VBhPNhsGc/s1600/004-1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 287px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTw9Emf602ZUJ_3J-maRgIxDo2oAtYZLso9weCthG6KYAZOPB09NP6-2WB47hwlqI7NESOuDMQRGBAzDrMldNw4xr9ZIyGQ3eCaNOCVRfMwxx6U4QSxZk20aZoMJvykyt9U3VBhPNhsGc/s400/004-1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544101842202056018" /></a><br /><center>Liam's 1st Thanksgiving</center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYMW0GxB-QzBwSaEKKw5XCD13ohAeFoBGCUxcMqPh8usLaQVbjVT2yiABvrrVHh6gQA2TRahc-lA7noT2BKXkWOjBYje6WYh5NeFV5AFv30FNUmrr8VCo2lqZ0Zp_COYUnVKDww7tOSoM/s1600/005-1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYMW0GxB-QzBwSaEKKw5XCD13ohAeFoBGCUxcMqPh8usLaQVbjVT2yiABvrrVHh6gQA2TRahc-lA7noT2BKXkWOjBYje6WYh5NeFV5AFv30FNUmrr8VCo2lqZ0Zp_COYUnVKDww7tOSoM/s400/005-1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544101841046877010" /></a><br /><center>Grandpa and Liam</center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjguI3a6l1LzSrFsozUl0lqgmrCliuuSJzrd3M6u8m9Q9J_aSCP5s5I3P6sCf0buXplV7neLGCEwLdOYBAQ5YbHA3YTMzukIKUiS6bo_B6g2W_5787WbifyM6nmAWzHInBdEOVAGdUMYMU/s1600/149603_170120799677894_100000399248114_429491_5307494_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjguI3a6l1LzSrFsozUl0lqgmrCliuuSJzrd3M6u8m9Q9J_aSCP5s5I3P6sCf0buXplV7neLGCEwLdOYBAQ5YbHA3YTMzukIKUiS6bo_B6g2W_5787WbifyM6nmAWzHInBdEOVAGdUMYMU/s400/149603_170120799677894_100000399248114_429491_5307494_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544101836498762338" /></a><br /><Center>Tired little boy</center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs5J9Nn8PsCR4C5y-nO_KpwzUbcR216xiEa5sf0a68L86wvzgy9ciItEhPIzzYdt9GLZdb41hNs_AuTawbICfU3nGS7jF-iEuz8GN9HuvL8kEoVJeysaza37UUXJMeGeIh9zyQC6WADK0/s1600/008-2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 308px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs5J9Nn8PsCR4C5y-nO_KpwzUbcR216xiEa5sf0a68L86wvzgy9ciItEhPIzzYdt9GLZdb41hNs_AuTawbICfU3nGS7jF-iEuz8GN9HuvL8kEoVJeysaza37UUXJMeGeIh9zyQC6WADK0/s400/008-2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544101833871423906" /></a><br /><br />I also was able to go Black Friday shopping with my mommy and Joel. We got a whole bunch of stuff for Liam (mostly because he is the most fun to shop for)and my nieces and nephews and a few things for me. My mom kept saying "these dolls are ugly", ha, it was funny. My little boy is such a trooper, he got up and braved the crowds! Like he had a choice...<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB9RN5S5gLjSw3xQtBS-hSahZMwuLmuSKLx1NX1gnKBWBdjjVFogH73XQWzio3wIo6rwI-o4J_akHm8LYNs220Y4ie8O6oNbCGxIW55EhgypavQtAk07PhI9eUGUO9r3SMGbb9BuDz2Nk/s1600/75331_170120703011237_100000399248114_429489_4782747_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB9RN5S5gLjSw3xQtBS-hSahZMwuLmuSKLx1NX1gnKBWBdjjVFogH73XQWzio3wIo6rwI-o4J_akHm8LYNs220Y4ie8O6oNbCGxIW55EhgypavQtAk07PhI9eUGUO9r3SMGbb9BuDz2Nk/s400/75331_170120703011237_100000399248114_429489_4782747_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544103003960780754" /></a><br /><br />Now let's start working out to work off all of our food!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-42461664407843328882010-11-24T20:03:00.003-07:002010-11-24T20:12:10.166-07:00I am THANKFUL for....<li>My wonderful son, Liam<br /><li>My puppy Fawna<br /><li>My crazy family<br /><li>My wonderful mother (yes she's family) but especially her b/c she helps us in so many ways<br /><li>My great friends<br /><li>Joel (yes he's a friend) but again, he does so much for us<br /><li>Good health for Liam and I and most of my family and friends<br /><li>The roof over our heads<br /><li>My new job<br /><li>Having food in our fridge<br /><li>The ability to attend school<br /><li>My son not being raised in the midst of fighting and poverty<br /><li>TV, internet, phone<br /><li>Mexican food, sushi, and Pita Jungle (HA)<br /><li>Almost getting through this year in one piece regardless of the stress and emotional rollercoasters I have been on<br /><li>My guardian angels: <em>my grandparents, my brother, my cousin, my uncles</em><br /><li>Man there is <strong>so much</strong> that I have to be thankful for, it is hard to write a list. I am sure there is so much I am leaving out. But trust me, I count my blessings everyday and know I have a lot more than most.<br /><br />What are you THANKFUL for?....<br />Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-81299637765899228002010-11-22T20:18:00.007-07:002010-11-22T20:42:14.048-07:00Mandatory Measurement MondayHey guys! Happy Monday! I know I have been seriously slacking on this. To be completely honest I really fell off of the horse with my progress. But what happens when you fall off? You brush yourself off and get back on....after crying and throwing a little fit if you're me. I am really lucky I haven't gained anything back and I am still at 178. To give myself credit the past week I have done really well with my eating, but I didn't track it. I did donate to the Hungry Howie's 5 year anniversary fund, but besides that I have done really well. I have started eating a lot of fresh vegetables, chicken and fish. One of my favorite things lately is this:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_tYoUIcBEbzcvKQJuFz5hFJTlHKU5w7-MGGbf83Y9a3Jze960pr07bt_fUCuNLhZ7Bru6duAANWfhxBj75AiafNPYOMmfLCCTQl38z-5_Ks4XT8CgxfMsB96D8fFXbA7sFfeQ1T1006k/s1600/Sliced_Light_100WW.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 166px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_tYoUIcBEbzcvKQJuFz5hFJTlHKU5w7-MGGbf83Y9a3Jze960pr07bt_fUCuNLhZ7Bru6duAANWfhxBj75AiafNPYOMmfLCCTQl38z-5_Ks4XT8CgxfMsB96D8fFXbA7sFfeQ1T1006k/s400/Sliced_Light_100WW.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5542580988727098114" /></a><br /><br /><strong>***OMG!! GASP***</strong> Yes, its <em>bread</em> (insert dramatic music). Tsk Tsk. Ok people, get over it. I can't live without some carbs and its not as bad as it seems. The slices are a little smaller than normal bread, but they are only 40 calories a slice. Pop some tuna on those babies and you have a quite healthy and <strong>fulfilling</strong> meal. Another classic favorite, popcorn. My new favorite:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmnrkn9C1sKbXqgS24eP40wg39FMqBRIZP6QaiYHVs4IE-9zwS6uPs1t0dX_-kEJaBb9SQZc6j1bO6JC5Psr05CMC2nCcjnNdc4wevOdlpcdgE5YLt60t-Js7iCHpxMlVf1vegoilPE1w/s1600/resize.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 358px; height: 358px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmnrkn9C1sKbXqgS24eP40wg39FMqBRIZP6QaiYHVs4IE-9zwS6uPs1t0dX_-kEJaBb9SQZc6j1bO6JC5Psr05CMC2nCcjnNdc4wevOdlpcdgE5YLt60t-Js7iCHpxMlVf1vegoilPE1w/s400/resize.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5542582284982984002" /></a><br /><br />Holy moly thats a big picture, oh well. I don't want to reupload. Talk about lazy (thats some foreshadowing for my next topic). Now its got a few more calories than SmartPop or plain popcorn, but its worth it. The flavor rocks. Its almost like eating chips, but way less guilty. Plus, popcorn fills me up.<br /><br />What I need to stop is being a lazy bum. Before Liam was born I loved exercising, mostly cycling, but I ate whatever I wanted. Didn't help. Now I can't get my butt up to exercise. GRRR... I know the hardest is just the first couple of weeks and once you get into the routine of the new lifestyle its easy, but man that hump is killing me. Now, I could sit here and rattle off a whole bunch of excuses, but that's exactly what they are, excuses. I could walk, I could run, I could do Wii Active, but instead, here I sit typing a blog. I guess I could blame you guys?! Ha. Starting tomorrow, dagnamit, I am going to work out, even if its just walking around the park. <br /><br />So there is my update. I think I can, I think I can.......<br /><br />And just because he is too cute to not mention:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNauqGfLK2txmIEIiHPibKYqx2s28Rp_By8I_Dz85rOJjRarKkvghKxOlaif7TCfOjr4GT1NkjjzDcdCW2zAm2l3WxsloGL25mUQ_3iz9dy49B208G_Dc63yco4zQJ69pGixxSR9MCi8Y/s1600/IMAG0107.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNauqGfLK2txmIEIiHPibKYqx2s28Rp_By8I_Dz85rOJjRarKkvghKxOlaif7TCfOjr4GT1NkjjzDcdCW2zAm2l3WxsloGL25mUQ_3iz9dy49B208G_Dc63yco4zQJ69pGixxSR9MCi8Y/s400/IMAG0107.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5542585063262573282" /></a><br />He sure loves shoving that thing in his mouth. There is no proof that Liam is still in his pajamas at noon, thank you very much.Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-46651405292903309152010-11-20T22:36:00.005-07:002010-11-20T23:53:33.313-07:00Book Review: A Summer AffairBefore I get into the review, I just want to say where this is coming from. I love reading. Before Liam came along I read continuously. It is definitely more staggered now, but I miss it. I mostly read romance, especially the smutty ones and thrillers or suspense. But now that I plan to do book reviews, I think I should branch out. Not just that, I feel like I should read something with a little more meaning, something that will inspire or touch me. So I promise I will try to get all the recommended reads and get reviews up. And just a disclaimer I am not an author and do not have any professional experience, these reviews are just based on my personal opinions. So please feel free to disagree, just do so politely. Also, sorry if the first couple of reviews aer mucky, I am sure they will get better the more I do them. Thanks! Onto my first review....<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLfb0yJBl6BwasPLHfo93A-gPLTe5qRvPt38VoOZvSFiguOmZYD8N2ZPhWt1mtX_NEiYBGd66g2Mmp1Erh6t_qvK1TRGUpEcTWNb2F3qMc-K4AOOD_DYBPHZ9U-Df04uFWNftar2D3Jh4/s1600/a-summer-affair.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 154px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLfb0yJBl6BwasPLHfo93A-gPLTe5qRvPt38VoOZvSFiguOmZYD8N2ZPhWt1mtX_NEiYBGd66g2Mmp1Erh6t_qvK1TRGUpEcTWNb2F3qMc-K4AOOD_DYBPHZ9U-Df04uFWNftar2D3Jh4/s400/a-summer-affair.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541874606217047794" /></a><br /><strong>Synopsis (Always from book unless otherwise stated):</strong> Claire wants it all and in the eyes of her friends, she has it: a devoted husband, four beautiful children, even a successful career as an artist. But when serving as co chair of Nantucket's social event of the year propels Claire into the orbit of billionaire Lock Dixon, unexpected sparks begin to fly. Lock insists on working closely with her - often over a bottle of wine - and before long Claire can't ignore the subtle touches and lingering looks. To her surprise, she can't ignore how they make her feel, either. A Summer Affair captures the love, loss, and limbo of illicit romance and unchecked passion as it takes us on a brave and breathless journey into the heart of one modern woman. <br /><br /><center><strong>My Rating: </strong>★★★☆☆</center><br />Being my first book review, I don't want to get all crazy, but I think three stars is generous. The book was really slow going and extremely anti-climatic. Hilderbrand does a nice job with descriptions, but nothing really excited me. I didn't connect to any of the characters. The story does a nice job of showing some of the pressures of a wife and mother and how it can push you to do things out of character, but it just skims the surface of the consequences. I felt it was lacking a lot of depth and detail. There was a lot going on, but not in the good way. In my opinion, this book fell flat, and I would not recommend it.Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-37049798398357966382010-11-17T20:47:00.010-07:002010-11-17T21:30:07.545-07:006 (ish) Month Doctor's Appointment and StatsSo we were a tad bit late taking Liam for his 6 month doctor appointment and I definitely heard about it from Dr. Reznick. I like the old man, but he is stuck in his methods and sometimes I am not sure I agree with everything he says or recommends. But he works for now. Anyone in the Phoenix Metro area have any suggestions on <strong>great</strong> pediatricians? Anyway, on to my cutie patootie.<br /><br /><strong>6 (ish) Months:</strong><br />Length/Height- 26 1/2, 30th percentile (please don't be short like mama)<br />Head: 17 3/4, 75th percentile (lots of brains)<br />Weight: 18 lbs 12.8 oz., 50th percentile (definitely NOT what I expected)<br />Size 3 diapers<br />3-6 & 6-9 months clothing<br />Size 2-3 shoes, depending<br /><br />Liam had four vaccinations done today. He finished the series of Rotavirus, and had IPV, TB, and Hep B. He actually wasn't too upset today, but he had a looonnnnggg nap in the afternoon. That was nice for mommy because I had a terrible headache, so I got some rest too.<br /><br /><strong>**What Liam is doing**</strong><br /><li>Sitting unassisted for long periods of time</li><li>Rolling over from stomach to back and vice versa like a pro</li><li>Scooting like his diaper is on fire</li><li>Growing two teeth</li><li>Eating pretty much all 1st stage solids and some snacks</li><li>Supporting more weight on legs while being held</li><li>Trying to pull himself up on things</li><li>"Talking" a lot, no words yet</li><li>"Blowing raspberries" like crazy</li><li>Smiling and laughing all the time (especially when tickled or played with)</li><li>Extends arms to be picked up</li><li>Loves playing with his toys in the bathtub</li><li>Probably a bunch more, but I can't think of any more right now hehe</li><br /><br />I shot a couple of pictures at the doctor's office today. He is so gorgeous! <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG89HHBNkVDd06bgsqFJTRHzz5QmdzG3Lj9IemLvZXtOjEPrxZtK3Vdb1I67ZkGxu_b-DIGwW4VjlGgnzJDr0nGLa8WgtT1lUd-fmQ0pEH4w_wZrsDsmhfslddjPxwKjRHIdKn1WCPxe0/s1600/IMAG0047-1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 249px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG89HHBNkVDd06bgsqFJTRHzz5QmdzG3Lj9IemLvZXtOjEPrxZtK3Vdb1I67ZkGxu_b-DIGwW4VjlGgnzJDr0nGLa8WgtT1lUd-fmQ0pEH4w_wZrsDsmhfslddjPxwKjRHIdKn1WCPxe0/s400/IMAG0047-1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540741341170972882" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ1Tsr7khd8wQdNEpwwTKUNDtRaSytKq3bFHZC0yw6vMWjvfMFuqf0BPV1F6V3nktTl9hLlc0YIrzpdSsGkScrq404azpkloQ9YiFM1W23sv2zuaNOBgAutQ6n658vj-_5M8UAA5SqNl8/s1600/IMAG0051.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ1Tsr7khd8wQdNEpwwTKUNDtRaSytKq3bFHZC0yw6vMWjvfMFuqf0BPV1F6V3nktTl9hLlc0YIrzpdSsGkScrq404azpkloQ9YiFM1W23sv2zuaNOBgAutQ6n658vj-_5M8UAA5SqNl8/s400/IMAG0051.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540741335620633026" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJN1H-I4AwZwLQVEzlf9qgxA8wwhr8Uvze0iO-k6MFVxulZFo8hIvuZx8C8-sQXWTht_Z7RODCIT9UrhGSKBn0pmP3fuhx9mTLijKQq7aQnccg4kUnBmuPN28Jif7aIdvL9Kc7trjg-1c/s1600/IMAG0053.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJN1H-I4AwZwLQVEzlf9qgxA8wwhr8Uvze0iO-k6MFVxulZFo8hIvuZx8C8-sQXWTht_Z7RODCIT9UrhGSKBn0pmP3fuhx9mTLijKQq7aQnccg4kUnBmuPN28Jif7aIdvL9Kc7trjg-1c/s400/IMAG0053.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540741328952071666" /></a><br /><br />Happy Blogging!Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-24472343671698044152010-11-16T22:32:00.004-07:002010-11-16T22:37:36.965-07:00Rice Cake and Organic Peanut Butter<center>I guess.- Check<br />Hot Tea.- Check<br />Hot Bath.- Check<br />Book.- Check<br />Nothing to blog about.- Check, check<br /><br />Happy Tuesday. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6XkIYpFQ17e5KFFemq-iP3NaHdoDQA6_deJuptvl7zpzwLQlsexFH99MzXv-9vTL54aLhyphenhyphenrrvPAQ2xRbe_nXrNAWGjUbwj51f0ZnKekGrq8vamO1eSEe7I_WJVAxht2pa8kLAeTnuVIc/s1600/IMAG0015.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6XkIYpFQ17e5KFFemq-iP3NaHdoDQA6_deJuptvl7zpzwLQlsexFH99MzXv-9vTL54aLhyphenhyphenrrvPAQ2xRbe_nXrNAWGjUbwj51f0ZnKekGrq8vamO1eSEe7I_WJVAxht2pa8kLAeTnuVIc/s400/IMAG0015.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540388444045472834" /></a></center>Mama Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13330308628459203240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5052723988824806496.post-80319963466123687652010-11-15T16:09:00.011-07:002010-11-15T17:08:02.649-07:00BBDDs and Desert Botanical GardenIt was time to get festive, so the new blog layout is up! I am still making a few tweaks and additions, so hang in with the changes. Thanks! <br /><br />This weekend was full of ups and downs. Let me give a little bit of background information. Right now, the bbdd, Ben, gets Liam two times a week, Friday and Saturday for 6 hours each day. Friday I informed Ben that Liam was starting to eat more solid foods and he would need to get a highchair and feeding utensils (spoons, bowls) for him. I told him that he should just get rice cereal and oatmeal for now to avoid any allergy confusion with mixing new foods. I also told him that in addition to solids, he still needs to eat 3-4 ounces of formula as well. On my way home I received a text asking if he should run out and get those things today or if he could wait until later. I responded saying "I fed him enough this morning so he should be okay without you running to the store". Keep this in mind. It will make sense later. So I went to a nice lunch with one of the greatest guys I know and let Ben keep Liam for an additional 30 minutes. It was one of the first times Ben had him where I didn't stare at the clock and worry. Big mistake. When I looked at the charting sheet for Liam I didn't see a time listed for feeding. He usually only feeds him once while he has him so I thought he forgot. I asked him when he fed him and he said "I didn't." I was like "exxxxcccuuuusssseee me? You had him for about 7 hours and you didn't feed him"??? And you know what he says?.... "You told me not to". Now why would I say don't feed Liam if you have him for 7 hours and you know he eats every 3, usually. And wouldn't you at least think to call and ask or text and confirm "its been awhile, are you sure I didn't misunderstand you". Then he tries to blame it on me and adds "he doesn't like formula anyway". So what, you just aren't going to feed him? Then because he got fussy (cuz the poor child was hungry) he gave him Tylenol. On an empty stomach. I was $*#%&@! p.o.'ed. I just left without saying goodbye. I am like where is the common sense? I felt so bad. Now I realize he isn't going to starve to death or anything, but I just question his capability of taking care of Liam alone. This hasn't been the only thing either. I constantly have to remind Ben that 4-5 hours is not an acceptable wait time to change Liam's diaper. Its just all of this adds up and makes me extremely worried to let him have him unsupervised. I am not sure what to do about that whole mess.<br /><br />So Saturday I got into it with Ben again over money he owes me for his share of Liam's out of pocket medical expenses. He thinks I am made of money and I should cover it all in full and he can pay little bits at a time. If it wasn't for me, and the help of my family, Liam wouldn't be able to go to his doctor's appointment Wednesday, which would leave him behind on his shots. Plus all of the bills that have only been partially paid would be held against me, and on my credit if it is sent to collections. That really irks me because he gets the rights and not the responsibilities. I am not rolling like that for the next 18 years. <br /><br />ANYWAY! Saturday was nice because I kept Liam. Let Ben stew over not feeding his child and his blase response to it. So Liam and I went with Joel to the <a href="http://www.dbg.org/">Desert Botanical Garden</a>. It was a beautiful day out and even though I am a native, I don't recall ever going there. Probably because my dad no doubt said "If you want to look at cacti, just go outside, you don't need to pay for it". Lol. 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