Skittle bug love!

I was going to write a ThroatPunch Thursday in regards to the recent killing of 2 kids by their own mother here in Castle Rock. It has me deeply disturbed. But instead of regurgitating the hate and obvious psycho-ness (is that a word?) I'm going to share some love! Some skittle bug love! She hasn't had a post all about her so I thought - seems right.

Sydney, my little skittle bug! You light up a room, you are curious about life, you remember everything and you are just the most special part of my world. (next to J and T of course) Here are the deets on my favorite kid...

Favorite foods: mac n' cheese (duh) chicken of any kind, cucumbers, strawberries, pop tarts, Apple Juice, rice, the list goes on and on

Favorite games to play: babies, store, teacher, dance, art

Best quality: she is a little mommy

Funniest thing she ever said:

While at Nordstrom with a sister (not saying who) we were discussing a friend about to have twins and the possibility of her delivering "normally". The little parrot overheard what we were saying and blurted out loud in the shoe dept.

"you pass out when you poop!"

Favorite things to wear: anything but jeans :( she loves sweatpants, ugh.

Favorite sports: getting into soccer, t-ball and of course dance

Favorite shows: anything Disney

Loves her brother with all her heart.

Loves all dogs, Lucy, Cooper, Gus, and Lily.

Most amazing talent: can learn and remember something in about 5 minutes. Can work the TV, dvd player, ipod, and probably soon drive.

So as a continued tribute to my little love here are some good ones from the last 4 years...

Great parents make SWEET grandparents!

I'm lucky. Actually really lucky. I knew growing up that my parents were cool. Yes we had growing pains, who doesn't, but we had trust and we had FUN! My parents were always ready for a good time, they are the parents that are close with all their daughters friends. My dad is funny and my mom is as cute as a button! Since becoming an adult the relationship has only become stronger and more grounded. The needs are no longer material goods, food, house, car - but support, guidance, advice, and love. To know you can pick on the phone, put out a distress call and with little to no questions asked they're there - and if your Allie they're there in full body armor!!! You know it's true Als :) It's amazing to still get that as an adult.

But more amazing than that is the love and affection they give your children, their grandchildren. They jump right in, no holds barred, both hands on the wheel because this train aint stopping! Sure it's work, but they don't complain, they love them -- they adore them.

So to MomMom and PopPop - thanks for always being there. Thanks for listening to Sydney talk for hours, dancing with Jackman, taking them on walks, laughing with them, making them special meals, instantly changing the tv to Disney, having a safe place for them, remaining patient when the madness has ensued, giving in to Sydney's nag nag nag, rearranging your furniture, letting the family room, porch, basement, office, kitchen, kids room, and bathroom explode in about 45 minutes, putting their needs before your own, giving them love and teaching them, your help is changing their lives and ours.

YOU ROCK!!!

WITH LOVE - K, T, S, J and Lucy

Homemade baby goods

My best friend Amber taught me to sew! It's something I'd been wanting to do but never had the time/patience/desire. Well I see all the cutey patooty stuff on etsy and blogs and I always think, I can do that!! So our cousin Nicole had twins, congrats!! I knew I wanted to make her something as a gift. I drove up to see Amber, the best sewer in the world, and we spent the day making our loot! Check it out!

Cuddle blanket made for Easton, red velour and super cute Superman! We made one for Jack too! The picture does not do this one justice! The fabrics are so pretty! A cuddle blanket for baby Ella! Polka dot velour and the key lime fleece!

Up next, start with a bunch of burp clothes!
Add some super cute fleece fabrics!
3 for Easton!
3 for Ella!
Final product! Cute homemade blankies and burpies for a super cute fashionable Mama!

Like what you see? Amber and I will be selling our goods soon!

is coming soon stay tuned for all the details!!

--best

Brian Wilson you are ruining my life.

It's Saturday night, the kids actually went to bed early. Drinking beers with the hubs watching the Rocks. It's been an enjoyable night -- Cool breeze, great brew, tied ball game. Whats not to love? Well friends, his name is Brian Wilson.

This guy is the most disgusting excuse for a MLB pitcher I've ever seen. To be honest your gaging me out. Tats, mohawk, open shirt, disgusting uni-bomber/osama beard. ugh. You look more like someone I'd see on America's Most Wanted, not MLB. If you are trying to reincarnate Rick Vaugh you are sadly mistaken, and to be honest he isn't doing so hot either. I'm appalled. Seriously. The commish needs to step in, I don't want to see this nor do I want my kids seeing his nastiness.

So Brian Wilson can you please stop ruining my life and shave cousin IT from your face.

Shit. T just put on Lady Gaga in concert. I feel a second blog post coming on. FREAK SHOW!



--best