Mrs Mama D

Monday, March 12, 2012

Friday, March 9, 2012

I went home after work, ate dinner with the Hubs and daughter and then we got caught up on two of our favorite shows: Jersey Shore and Eastbound and Down. Anybody else watch those? I'm not a huge E&D fan, but we started watching it together season 1, so I kept with it and now it's on its final season. It's one of those things that I just want to finish and it's nice having at least a few TV shows with the Hubs that we both enjoy watching.

Hubs left at about 9pm for his Friday night gig and I caught up on some blogs after getting the babe to sleep. I then went to bed because I knew I had a big day of spring "cleaning" planned for Saturday. Oh what fun!

Saturday, March 10, 2012

I received our Merry Maids gift card last week in the mail (from Hailey winning a cutest kid contest) and I am planning on getting a "deep" clean done through them by the end of this month, so even though my house REALLY needs it, I just did my basic cleaning routine, along with organizing and going through things. I woke up and got right into it. I had all the blinds and shades open throughout the house and all the windows open for awhile, too. I can't believe it got up to 66* in Minnesota in March!

I did all the usual vacuuming, dusting, bathroom wipe down, bed sheet washing, etc, but then I went through some of my clothes/shoes and then I did a basic overhaul of Hailey's room. She's officially out of 3-6 month/6 month clothes and growing into 6-9 month/9 month clothes, so I went through her dresser and closet and came up with an over-flowing laundry basket of too small clothes of hers that I need to now organize and pack away. One step at a time, right?

Some things in our house that still need to be done for "spring" cleaning?

Merry Maids deep clean;
Backyard doggy poo clean-up (on-going);
Carpets cleaned;
Kitchen deep clean;
Vacuum cleaner deep clean;
Dog kennels deep clean;

What is your spring cleaning routine?

Late afternoon rolled around and I found a great point to stop, so I took a shower and then a friend texted me to see if I wanted to go see the new Kristen Wiig movie with her and our other friend. I dropped Hailey off at my Mom's and met up with them.

I loved it and cried in a few different parts. I thought it was super realistic and had a great mixture of funny, dramatic and serious parts. It was a great way to end my Saturday.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

We woke up, took showers and went to brunch (just the three of us) at a local place by our house. When we got home Hailey went down for a nap, as did I, and Hubs bummed around in his man cave for a couple hours. When we woke up, we finished the last three episodes of season one of The Walking Dead. Now I just have to wait for season two to come out and get caught up on that before season 3 starts in the fall. My Hubs is so into the show and wanted me to be, too, so I thought I would give it a try and I actually really like it. Anybody else watch it?

After finishing up with that, we folded AND put away about 4 loads of laundry and then I ended the night catching up on Revenge and going through the Sunday paper. I had about 6 episodes in my DVR and got through 4. Woohoo! I love that show!!

Overall it was a great and ~~more importantly a~~ productive weekend.

Happy Monday!

What did you do this weekend?

Friday, March 9, 2012

Five Question Friday {03.09.2012}

Friday, March 9, 2012

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1. Are you looking forward to the time change this weekend?

No. I like my sleep and am always screwed up for about a week. I didn't notice anything different with Hailey in the fall when we gained an hour, but this is our first DLS time to lose an hour. So we will see how it goes.

2. Are you getting the new iPad/would you want a iPad?

We do not currently have an iPad, but have talked about it in the past. We just got a new desktop in December for Xmas and then we just purchased a new laptop in mid February, because ours died. Both are PC's. We don't have anything against Macs at all. Both the Hubs and I have iPhones and LOVE them. We are thinking that once Hailey starts getting into cartoons/movies that it would be a smart purchase.

3. If money was not a problem, what is the one thing you would splurge on?

A new house. We are currently renting and "waiting" for the right time to buy. But that's all I really want right now is my own house.

4. How did you and the Mr. (or Mrs.) meet?

Read THIS.

5. Summer is right around the corner. Bikini or one-piece?

I am now a one piece (or a two piece that covers up my tummy) kind of gal. While I am fitting into most of my pre-baby clothes, I do not have a pre-baby tummy anymore. Not sure I ever will again and I am ok with that.

Go link up with Mama M!

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Target Tuesday {03.06.2012}

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

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I am linking up with Tara at Fabulous But Evil for Target Tuesday!

I bought this dress from Target:

Mossimo® Petites Belted Dress - Black/White Print

In the name it says Petites. I am NOT Petite, but I tried it on and it fit, so I decided to keep it. I wore it to work.

Dress: Target
Tights: Target

Boots: Alfani Paolal Fashion Ankle Boot from Macy's

I love shopping!

Monday, March 5, 2012

Weekend Highlights: March 2 - 4, 2012

Monday, March 5, 2012

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Friday, 03.02.2012

Friday night I ran a few errands (Michaels and Target) before going home.

I then went home, ate dinner with the Hubs and hung out with Hailey. Hubs left at 9pm like usual and by that time Hailey was down for the night, too, so I surfed the net for awhile, before heading to bed rather early. It was a normal (low key) Friday night for me.

Saturday, 03.03.2012

I packed up Hailey, dropped her of at my parents house and then went to Amanda and Greg's house for the maternity photo shoot. Amanda is 38 weeks pregnant, so it was really fun. I did their engagement photos in the fall of 2010, their wedding in June 2011 and now they are expecting a little boy in a couple weeks. Once I get the pictures edited, I will do a separate post about that. It was fun though and I had a great time.

I then stopped at Target again to grab a few things I had missed the night before and then went and hung out with my family at my parents house. We watched Crazy, Stupid Love.

Hubby took me to it when it first came out, but my Mom and sister had not seen it yet What?! I couldn't believe it, so we watched it. Plus, who doesn't love Ryan Gosling??

I strategically plan that Hailey and I head home at bedtime, always making sure she is fed beforehand. She falls asleep in the car on the way home, I transfer her gracefully to her crib and then she is was out for the night. I knew Lindsay Lohan was on SNL, so I planted myself in bed, but I was so beat from the day, I only made it about halfway. I did see The Real Housewives of Disney. Seriously so HILARIOUS!! Go watch! I ended up watching the rest of SNL Sunday afternoon, but it really wasn't great. Don't get me wrong, I like LiLo and probably am the only person on this planet that does, but the skits were disappointing.

Sunday, 03.04.2012

This morning I met a couple for breakfast that is interested in me photographing their wedding in December. It was a great meeting and they are such a cute couple! Yay for new clients!

I then stopped at the mall on my way home to exchange a super cute, new pair of black boots to a larger size. Can't wait to wear them and show them off. I also got a red pair of peep-toe pumps that I will have to share as well. I love shopping!

Wayne had went out to breakfast with our friend Adam and played video games in the basement like boys do. Anyone else's significant other like video games? I took a nap while Hailey napped. I couldn't even keep my eyes open.

Then we ate dinner and Husband was bound and determined to get me hooked on The Walking Dead. It is currently in the middle of season 2 and he has seen all episodes, so I am playing catch-up.

Anybody watch it?

Well, 3 episodes in and I'm hooked.

That pretty much consisted of our Sunday night, but it was rather lovely hanging out with him.

Overall, I had a great weekend! How was yours?

Saturday, March 3, 2012

Life Lately {February 2012}

Saturday, March 3, 2012

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February was busy, but great!

Saturday, February 4, 2012

This morning we had a Baptism Class at our church. Everyone that wishes to have their child baptized at our church is required to take this class. Wayne usually works Saturday mornings, but he got the clearance to go in late, so we could both attend.

Hailey's baptism is set for Sunday, April 22nd. Yay!

Sunday, February 5, 2012

Tonight we hosted a Superbowl Party! I think in future years if it is a team that I really like or a game I actually want to watch then we won't be having a party. I always forget how much work it is. A LOT, and we didn't even have that many people over. I had spent the day cleaning my house and making food.

I made burgers with all the fixings, taco salad, BQQ meatballs, chip dip/chips and then a chocolate fondue for desert. Our friends also brought some desserts with too, that were super yummy.

Thankfully my parents were there to help all day, but it's still draining. I was sad that I didn't get to watch much of the game or the commercials, but the Giants won, so that's all I ultimately cared about.

I am a Giants fan, but bigger yet, I am an Eli Manning fan. I love the Manning brothers!

Saturday, February 11, 2012

This afternoon we went to my friend, Laura's, house for Ben's 1st birthday party. It's always fun to see all their family and friends that we have gotten to know over the years. They are all so fun and nice. Hailey, my sister, Amie, and I went. It was fun to see Ben eat and play with his cupcake. They were delicious!