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Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Wedded Bliss Wednesday! {10.03.2012}

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

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Today I am going to link up with Kay and Allie for Wedded Bliss Wednesday!

Introduce us to your husband!

What's his name? How old? What does he look like?

His name is Wayne and he is 31 years young.

What is your husbands favorite thing to do?

Well, when he does have some downtime, he usually plays video games. He has an Xbox 360 and a Playstation 3. Or he watches some sort of wrestling show (WWE, etc). He does a wrestling radio show besides his normal gig.

Extreme Pro Wrestling Radio

What does your husband do Monday-Friday?

His job is not just Monday - Friday. Most of the time he works evenings/nights and weekends, but occasionally things come up during the day, too. He is the overnight jock for 101.3 KDWB in Minneapolis. He is Big D, which is where I got MrsMamaD from and then when we got pregnant we called the bun in the oven Lil D.

Monday - Thursdays he is on from 11pm - 5am and Saturdays he is on from 10am-5pm. He also has appearances around town at different times during the week.

What was the FIRST thing you noticed about your husband when you met?

Wow! That was almost 10 years ago. I think it was his confidence. It wasn't a physical characteristic, it was more of how he handled himself that had me intrigued and wanted to know more.

What is your husband's BEST quality?

Oh, so many to choose from. They have probably changed over the years, but I would have to say right now in our lives, since Hailey was born, it is how he is such a great Father to her and Husband to me.

What is your husband's biggest pet peeve?

I am not very good at cleaning up after myself in the kitchen. He hates it.

How does your husband feel about blogging?

He likes it. I used to scrapbook and still do certain things, and he liked me doing that, so I think he likes this too as it is my online scrapbook of some sort.

What is something you do/can do that makes your husband feel loved?

I think just a simple hug or kiss and an "I Love You" with a look in the eye to know I mean business is all he needs.

Thanks for reading about my Hubs, now grab the button, do your own, and leave me a comment!

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Show and Tell: Baby Talk

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

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Going to link up with Becky at From Mrs to Mama for:

1. Tell us your favorite baby names? Aside from your own babies, if you have some :)

We knew we always wanted Hailey Jo as a girl name. No questions about it. We just really liked the name Hailey and Jo is my Mom's middle name and we think the two fit together perfect.

Then for a boy name we thought we had Joseph Todd all picked out. Joseph is my Grandpa's middle name and Todd is my Hub's Dad's name who died when he was 12. I like names that can be shortened or have nick names so I was totally loving the 2 together with all the different possibilites. I also like having at least 1 of the names come from somewhere meaningful.

Then when we actually got pregnant and decided we weren't thrilled with our boy name, we started over. We decided on Carter James. Carter because we love it and James because it was my Hub's Great Uncles' middle name. So there you have it.

I do like William for another boy name. And I like Eva or Ava for a girl name. It has to go good with Hailey, but I wouldn't want it to be anything too similar either.

2. Show me your "dream" nursery {can be your baby's nursery or one that you love}

While it's not necessarily my "dream" nursery, it is perfect for us and fits our needs. See Hailey's Bedroom HERE.

A couple girl rooms I like:

And for a boy:

3. How many children would you like to have? How far apart?

I am 1 of 4. Hubs is 1 of 2. We definitely want at least 2. I always wanted 4, but now that I have 1 and she is a lot of work sometimes, I'm thinking we will go for 2 and then decide from there. Hubs is set on 2. He doesn't think we should outnumber ourselves. I think it will also depend on if baby #2 is a boy or girl.

I want to wait until Hailey is at least 2 or 2 1/2 years old before even trying. I don't want her to grow up too fast and be worrying about another pregnancy. I also want to enjoy her and see all her FIRSTS. I also want her to be able to be a good big sister and help us when she can with her little brother or sister. I think it's important to make them feel as involved as possible. If Hubs had it is his way, we would have started on #2 awhile ago.Ha!

4. Tell us what you think the importance of parenting is?

What a loaded question. I think there are so many important things about being a parent and not one specific right answer. I think most of it depends on your values and how you were raised. You either want to do some of the same things as your parents did or you want to do some things differently. I think for us a few that stick out are:

Being a good role-model and setting a good example. As not only a mother and father, but Husband and Wife.

Not just teaching values with words, but practicing them, too.

Being affectionate. Showing and telling them. Saying I love you and giving hugs and kisses.

Letting them explore and be their own person, but also set boundaries and rules.

5. Show us your favorite newborn photo {can be your children or random}

I posted a few of my favorites from Hailey's newborn photoshoot HERE.

6. Tell us some things you promise to never do as a parent {and if you are a parent, did you stick to it}.

I can only think of a couple.

I always thought onesies were not an appropriate outfit. Now that I have my own, that's all she wore this summer. Everywhere. All the time. They are just so easy.

I always thought my kid would wear shoes all the time, even if they didn't need to. Nope. We went (and sometimes still) go places shoe-less. Hailey wasn't a fan of shoes up until the last month or so. Good thing, because winter is on it's way and she won't have a choice.

Go visit Becky and link up!

Thursday, August 30, 2012

New York, New York {Days 5, 6 & 7}

Thursday, August 30, 2012

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So instead of doing the whole week long vacation in one blog post,

I decided to break it up and do a couple days at a time.

Preface: Wayne's Aunt Dana, Uncle Jason and their two boys, Logan and Jackson, live on Long Island in a small town called Point Lookout. It's BEAUTIFUL. They moved there a couple years ago from Florida, so it was not only our first time out there to visit them at their new house and in their new city, but it was our first time in New York. Wayne's Green Grandma was also there for the week, as well as his brother Andy. We really had a great week and did lots of fun things. It was our first family vacation as the three of us AND Wayne's first vacation since our honeymoon back in 2007. Let's just say it was a much anticipated trip. Hailey also turned 1 years old while we were there!

To catch up:

Days 1 & 2

Days 3 & 4

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Andy left this morning. It was fun to experience some of New York with him and I'm so glad he was with us on Hailey's 1st birthday.

After Dana dropped Andy off at the airport that morning we hung out for awhile and then walked to the local park that is just right down the street from their house. It was very warm outside, but we had to get out for at least a little bit. Jackson wanted to help with Hailey and so we swung, went down the slides and climbed on the equipment.

Love my adventurous little lady. She really has no fear.

Later that day we headed off to our tattoo appointment with KT at Lone Wolf Tattoo. We had talked to Dana before our trip and told her while we were there that we wanted to each get a tattoo. We had both been wanting one for a long time and were going to get them while we were in LA in May, but ran out of time. We thought New York would be the perfect time to get them done. Dana asked around and found a place that her sister-in-law had gotten her tattoo at. It was perfect.

Wayne went first.

He got 'Hailey' tattooed on the inside of his left wrist.

He made it look so easy. I was not in the most comfortable position.

My many faces of pain (as I call them) and me squeezing onto him tight. Wayne didn't have any qualms about documenting my pain.Can you see him in the background smiling and laughing at me?

Finished product.

Oh what an experience. I have great respect for people that get anything more than I got.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Today we decided to take a drive to Southhampton. We had lunch at a local sandwich shop. Delicious. After lunch we walked around and looked in the shops and after finding out we couldn't afford ANYTHING, we stopped at the candy shop, grabbed a few snacks and then headed home.

It was a fun, but long day.

Of course Floyd was there throughout the whole week. I know the Monti Family is not complete without mentioning Floyd.

What a handsome boy. Love him!

Friday, June 29, 2012

It was time to go home. Dana dropped us off at the airport in the morning and we had a good flight home. We didn't have an extra seat on the way back, so it was a little cramped, but we made it.

Hailey was so excited to be back in Minnesota!

My Mom came and picked us up from the airport and we headed home. It was a great, but exhausting week. We enjoyed every minute and made some great memories and spent quality time with loved ones. We had such great hosts. Thank you to The Monti Family for welcoming us into your home and letting us stay with you. We love you all so much!

We were having Hailey's 1st birthday party a/k/a her Puppy Party on Sunday and this Mama had so much to do before then.

Stay tuned for the details of her Puppy Party!

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

New York, New York {Days 3 & 4}

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

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So instead of doing the whole week long vacation in one blog post,

I decided to break it up and do a couple days at a time.

Days 1 & 2

Monday, June 25, 2012

Jackson loved feeding Hailey her bottle.
He was such a big help with her the whole time we were there.
Of course, he asked lots of questions and was very inquisitive as a 5 year old should be.

It rained for most of the day, so we decided to check out the local mall. It actually reminded me of the Mall of America. We shopped, ate lunch in the food court and checked out the Disney store with Hailey.

Later that evening the boys (Wayne, Andy & Jason) went to Yankee Stadium for a baseball game.

While they were at the game and after the kids were in bed, us girls (Me, Dana and Green Grandma) watched the Bachelorette, talked, laughed and of course drank lots of wine.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Today was Hailey's 1st birthday!!!

For Hailey's birthday we all went to a Petting Zoo. We fed the goats, saw the animals, rode a train, ate lunch and watched a singing chicken show.

She's so uninterested in the camera. Too much to look at and do.

Once we got back to the house, Hailey took a nap with her Daddy, before birthday festivities started.
They actually took a nap like this everyday of our vacation. So precious.

Then it was time to celebrate! Green Grandma got her this outfit. Tutu and all. And Auntie Dana made tacos for dinner.

And then everyone sang Happy Birthday with an ice cream cake! Dana also got Hailey cupcakes so she could smash. She loved them. Andy tried to eat some and she is looking at him like he is CRAZY! Too funny!

Thanks Dana and everyone else for making Hailey's birthday so special!!

We love you Hailey Jo! Happy 1st Birthday!

Monday, August 27, 2012

New York, New York {Days 1 & 2}

Monday, August 27, 2012

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So instead of doing the whole week long vacation in one blog post,

I decided to break it up and do a couple days at a time.

Saturday June 23, 2012

Our plane left early in the morning. Like "get up at 5am when your 1 year old likes to sleep in" early. But (deep breath) we made it to the airport and through security on time with no roadblocks. Thanks to my Mom for also getting up early and dropping us off at the door.

Overall our plane ride there went great (other than the poop blowout Hailey had all over my jeans as we landed. Ugh. So gross.) We were in the very last row, right by the bathrooms. That actually wasn't the worst, because all the people waiting for the toilet kept her very entertained the whole plane ride. Yay! We didn't buy Hailey her own seat, but was fortunate to have an empty seat in our row. That worked out great. She played on the floor, she played in her seat, she looked out the window, she ate her cheddar penquins, she smiled at everyone. Overall it was a better experience than what I expected.

Dana picked us up from the airport.

Hailey riding in her seat checking out New York on the way to the Monti House.

We got to the house, settled in and said Hi to everyone.

Hailey making herself right at home.

We decided to go to the beach for a couple hours. It's literally a 5 minute walk from their house.

It was Hailey's first trip to the ocean and let's just say she wasn't a fan. I think because it was loud and the water was very cold, she just wasn't having any of it.

They live in the smallest, but cutest community. It's some-what of a private community. You have to have a certain pass to get onto the beach and the park, etc.

There are several restaurants in walking distance from their house, right across the street on one side is a drug store, across the street on the other side is a liquor store and two doors down is an ice cream shop. Could it get any better?

We had the local pizza for dinner and ended up hanging out for the night. We were exhausted from traveling and the beach.

Sunday, June 24, 2012

We were going to head to the Central Park Zoo, but it ended up being ridiculously hot outside, so we opted to go to the beach instead. Day 2 at the beach was a little better. Hailey still wasn't a fan of the actual ocean, but she did take a nap under the umbrella and played in the sand.

That night we headed into the city. Gramma stayed with the kids so us adults could go explore. We took a train to Penn Station and then went from there. Thank god for Jason, because I would have gotten so lost.

We walked around the 9/11 Memorial site. It was eerily quiet, but a very powerful time still. This wall memorial was very cool to see.

We didn't get to go in and see the fountains or anything because it was closed. It was a Sunday night and we got there after it closed. It was still very cool to walk around in that area and to think about all those buildings being covered in soot and those were the very streets that people were running down when it all happened. So crazy to be there and think about that.

We ate at this great little Irish Pub, which was delicious. We then did some shopping at Forever 21, the Disney Store and the M&M store in Times Square. I also got to see the Naked Cowboy on my very first trip.

Times Square was so busy, so I'm not sure I ever really need to go back there specifically, but I do want to take Hailey to the 9/11 Memorial someday as well as the Zoo.

This concludes Days 1 & 2 of our New York Family Vacation 2012.