Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Life Lately {July 2012}

Life Lately {July 2012}
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
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Sunday, July 1, 2012

Today was Hailey's 1st Birthday party!
More detailed post to come soon!

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Hailey's 1 year Dr appointment was today. 
Her 12 month post and stats can be found HERE.

Wednesday, July 4, 2012

4th of July Holiday.

We woke up and had breakfast at Birdtown Cafe in Robbinsdale. Wayne's cousin opened the new restaurant in June and it is so yummy. It was my first time.

If you go, try the Cinnamon Roll French Toast. So. Good.

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My boss bought Hailey this adorable dress.

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After breakfast, Wayne had to drive out to Apple Valley for a parade. It was SO unbeleivably hot outside. We spent the day pool-side at my parents neighbor's house while Wayne was busy.

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This girl LOVES the pool.
Another festive outfit that my boss bought her.

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Wayne came back after the parade and we grilled out, ate lots, laughed lots and had loads of fun.

Red, White and Blue for dessert.

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With Fireworks starting at 10pm and us knowing that Hailey does not like loud noises, we decided not to go anywhere specific for fireworks. So glad we didn't waste our time. We sat in the driveway and watched my Dad light some off. She hated them. Cried. So we decided to head home so she could get to bed.

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Aren't they cute? It was one great holiday! Hope yours was just as great!

Friday, July 6 - 8, 2012

Prairie Fest weekend in Clara City. 

Same sort of things as years past. It's always the first weekend in July every year.

See July 2010 and July 2011.

Saturday morning was spent at the pancake breakfast for the local Fire Department and playing in the park.

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Saturday afternoon was spent watching the parade.

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Saturday evening was spent riding horses (Me only. Hailey only sat on him.), showing off a new Vikings dress and time at Grandma Kleene's before bed.

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I love going every year and seeing everyone. Another great year!!

Monday, July 9, 2012

We were in Urgent Care again for another 103 temp from Miss H.

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The day after we got back from New York (June 30th), I had to take Hailey into Urgent Care because of a temp that she had been running for a few days prior. It would always spike at night before bed of course. After day 3, I took her in. The Dr said there was a start to an ear infection and gave me antibiotics for it.

So when we were BACK in UC again, just a little over a week later, I was worried. The Dr concluded that even though the temp was higher than normal for teething, that is most likely what it was from. Her ears and everything else looked great!

So after waiting 2+ hours in UC, here is my tired little lady snoozing on Daddy. Let's just say it was a late night for everyone.

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Friday, July 13, 2012

Wayne and my sisters picked me up from work early and we headed to Dive Bar in Maplewood for Lucas Live where Owl City was performing.

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Yes, that is MY daughter dancing on the bar. We are classy like that.

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Hanging out with sisters!

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Meeting Adam Young of Owl City

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So fun!

Saturday, July 14, 2012

Whiz Bang Days in Robbinsdale. We went and checked out the carnival/rides.

It was another hot one, so we didn't stay long. It was Hailey's first ride down the big slide.

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Sunday, July 15, 2012

Me, Amie and Hailey had a pool day at the local pool. I can see many a summer days hanging out there next summer. Might have to invest in a summer pass next year.

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All smiles as you can see.

Saturday, July 21, 2012

Duk Duk Daze in New Hope. We went and checked out the carnival/rides.

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Not many things for a 1 year old to do. Plenty of things for us to eat though. Ha.

Sunday, July 22, 2012

I took a family friend, Logan's, Senior pictures.
More detailed post to come soon.

Saturday, July 28, 2012

I took a family friend, Gina's, Senior pictures.
More detailed post to come soon.

Big Time Rush came to the Skyroom!

The band Big Time Rush (Nickelodeon) was in the 101.3 KDWB Skyroom, hosted by the Hubs.

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 We are huge fans of them and their music. They are such great guys. Seriously. Even if they are a teen band. We met them last year when they were in town for the State Fair. Hailey was 2 months old.

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This year they remembered her. It was too cute!



Once these pictures were posted to the KDWB website, there were girls and fans of the band blogging on their Tumblr pages about how cute they were with Hailey. Fans from here in the US and fans from overseas, too! So crazy!
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Sunday, July 29, 2012

We celebrated Kate's 13th Birthday, even though her real birthday was the 30th. We went out to dinner to Applebees and then came back to our house for cake and gifts. She is now officially a teenager! Ahhh!!!

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Happy Birthday, Kate!

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Monday, August 20, 2012

Miscellany Monday {08.20.2012}

Miscellany Monday {08.20.2012}
Monday, August 20, 2012
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Going over to Carissa to link up for Miscellany Monday.

1. I would say I'm ready for Fall so that our schedules slow down a bit, but our schedules don't really slow down until October/November this year. At least I'm hoping they will slow down. And although I LOVE summer and am trying to enjoy it as much as possible with Hailey, this Mama needs a break and needs to hibernate. I feel like everyday is a marathon.

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2. Speaking of hibernating...can't wait for fall TV to start up. Looks like there are going to be so many great shows starting. The only problem is getting hooked on one and then it getting cancelled. I fell like it's such a waste of time then. So glad Revenge was picked up for Season 2!


 It has switched from Wednesday nights to Sunday nights, so we will see how that fits into the schedule.

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3. I'm so behind on blogging, but am really trying to get caught up. My photography business is always booming this time of year with graduation pictures and then a wedding or 2 on top of that. Don't get me wrong, I love it, it just can get overwhelming at times with a full-time job, side business, 1 year old, Husband, Family, etc. I just have lots on my plate at the moment and am trying to focus on one thing at a time.

4. Did I miss this? Taken 2? I absolutely LOVE the first one so much and Liam Neeson, too.



Can't wait!

5. I swiped all my pictures off my phone last week. 600+ down to zero. Yes, I back up all my pictures. Don't worry. Of course after this weekend I'm back up to 100+. Never fails. The iPhone is just so darn convenient.

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6. Speaking of Apple, Hubs and I are looking at possibly getting a MacBook. We have an iPad now, but neither one of us really uses it for it to be worthwhile. We are thinking of trading in the iPad and our current PC laptop for a Macbook. Thoughts?

7. Wayne is back on the weight loss train. He started about a week and a half ago. After 6 days, he was already down 8 lbs. Go him!!

8. Anybody out there watching Bachelor Pad? Is it me or is this season so annoying? EVERYONE on the show right now is just annoying to me. Ugh.

9. I finally got to meet my friend, Krista's little girl, Kate, last week. They came in for lunch to visit the office while she is on maternity leave. She is seriously SO CUTE!! 

10. If you haven't checked out my July Photoaday Challenge post go HERE!

11. My Hubs is the greatest. After staying the week with his Aunt in New York and using hers, this had been on my list to get. Well, he surprised me yet again.

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12. Also on my want list: these shoes.

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I need a new pair desperately. Love them.

Any random things going on in your world? Let me know!

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Birchbox Brag {August 2012}

Birchbox Brag {August 2012}

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Head over to either Tara's blog or Katie's blog to link up with them for Birchbox Brag.

If you are not familiar with Birchbox and don't know what it is...basically for $10 a month they send you some trial sizes (possibly a full size product) of various beauty products.

This is my box this month:

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All the links will take you directly to the products on the Birchbox website.


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I have gotten a sample in every box so far and I love trying these. I love Juicy Couture and have a full size bottle of a previous scent.


I am super excited to try this out as I do have stretch marks from pregnancy.


I wish I would have gotten this at the beginning of Summer, but I guess better late than never, right?


So excited to try this lip gloss. It's SUPER pink, but it goes on shear for more shimmer than color.

5. Beauty School Guide

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This pamphlet contained some great tips about tools, reading product labels, shaving, make-up fixes, and skin-care.


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Super excited to try both of these products as I do color my hair sometimes and it never seems to stay.

Overall, I think my box was great this month and am happy with the 3 months that I have gotten so far.

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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Photoaday Challenge {July 2012}

Photoaday Challenge {July 2012}
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
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Here is the list for July 2012.

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#day1 Self Portrait. Me & the Babe. #photoadayjuly

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#day2 Busy. Pool time. #photoadayjuly

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#day3 Best part of my day. Hanging with this little lady whenever I can. #photoadayjuly

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#day4 Fun. Watching Grandpa do fireworks in the street. She wasn't a fan. Too loud and scary. Maybe next year. #photoadayjuly

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Accidently skipped day 5 and didn't realize it until drafting this post. Oh well.

#day6 Chair. Lounging in my fave chair watching tv. #photoadayjuly

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#day7 Garden. Backyard. #photoadayjuly

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#day8 Lunch. #photoadayjuly

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#day9 Big. Smile. #park #swinging #photoadayjuly

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#day10 Favorite color. Pink. iPad case. #photoadayjuly

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#day11 Letter(s). My special girl. #photoadayjuly

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#day12 Texture. Shower towels need to be soft for them to be in this house. #photoadayjuly

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#day13 Open. Box of candy in a drawer. #photoadayjuly #hottamales #candy #sweet-tooth

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#day14 Building. IDS. #downtown #photoadayjuly

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#day15 Finger. Foods. #toddler #photoadayjuly

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#day16 Sign. This is a sign of a busy waiting room. #photoadayjuly

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#day17 Addiction. Coke & Kit Kats. #photoadayjuly

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#day18 Plate. Chicken, cheese, BBQ sauce on toast. Courtesy of the Hubs @bigdradio #thanksbabe #photoadayjuly

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#day19 Pet. My 4 pups. #photoadayjuly

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#day20 Eyes. Gotta protect mine. #shades #sun #photoadayjuly

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#day21 9 o'clock. Finishing movie with @bigdradio Loves this movie. #photoadayjuly

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#day22 Upside down. Where you go? #cuteness #photoadayjuly

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#day23 Mirror. Posting #ootd pic. Black, gray and kinda gloomy. Seems to be my mood this week.

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#day24 Stranger. Walking. #downtown #closingtime #photoadayjuly

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#day25 Heart. I ❤my new color and cut. #photoadayjuly

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#day26 Sunshine. Through the clouds.

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#day27 On the road. Driving.

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#day28 Cup. Water. Trying to drink away this headache. #photoadayjuly

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#day29 Last thing I bought. #target So yummy. #photoadayjuly

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#day30 Calm. Before the storm. Early morning quietness. #photoadayjuly

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#day31 Toothbrush. A family of them. #photoadayjuly

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And there you go. Another month done and done. If you want to follow along with me:

Twitter: @MrsMamaD
Instagram: @MrsMamaD1

Go find me!

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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

7 Questions {08.08.2012}

7 Questions {08.08.2012}
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
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Linking up with Gentri Lee's 7 Questions


1. The Olympics are awesome! What's your favorite Summer Olympic event to watch?

I love swimming, gymnastics and sand volleyball. I know they are probably the most popular, but I don't care.

2. If you could compete in an Olympic event (either season), which would it be?

And be good at it? Gymnastics. I would love to be able to flip and fly like some of those ladies! Plus, I would be in great shape.

3. Would you rather be tickled to death or poked (by finger) constantly for the rest of your life?

OMG! Such a hard question. Probably poked, because I hate being tickled.

4. Do you keep your nails long or short? Square or round?

My real nails...short. Right now I have fakes on and have had them since February. The fakes are square-ish.

5. Do you think you're funny?

Sometimes. Few and far between. My Hubs on the other hand is the funniest person ever!

6. When you have something you're looking forward to SO much, but it's still a ways off, what do you do to keep yourself distracted?

I try and look forward to something else in between the big stuff. Even if it's something small.

7. You've just won an Olympic Gold Medal! What are you going to do next?!?!

Go on vacation to somewhere tropical and exotic. Please. And. Thank You. 

Mrs. Mama D
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