Monday Thirteen
1. John started his new job at work last week. He's been working so hard it's ridiculous. He's thrilled to be making more money, and frankly so am I. Plus I'm grateful I have a husband who is working so hard for us!
2. I really don't know how moms stay home and freelance at the same time, it's hard! I've done two logos, at least 4 photo sessions (with 2, possibly 3 this week), one wedding invitation, one t-shirt design and still have more in the pipe! It's fun, and I'm so happy I have opportunities coming in!
3. Ben didn't take one nap last week, except for an hour long one on Saturday when he was home with John while I was in class. Durn kid. :)
4. I signed up for and took Basic HTML & CSS through UTA Continuing Education. I learned quite a bit and and am going to work on a website to see if I can put what I learned to practice!
5. Last Sunday I decided to stop drinking soda. I've done this before and it lasted a few months. I just love my Diet Coke too much! But I can say I have gone 7 full days with ZERO soda. I had one sip of John's strawberry limeade on Saturday and that has been it! Next time John and I go on a date and go to a real restaurant I will probably make an exception and have a soda. It's all about moderation right?
6. Ben turns three on Sunday. Can you believe it? We'll be going shopping for some small presents for him this week. Nothing too big. We still haven't decided what to do for a birthday celebration, and if it ends up being nothing as long as he has presents I'm sure he won't care!
7. My nephew CJ graduated from Medical School on Saturday and one of my other nephews, Kenny, graduated from Law School on Friday. Super proud of both of them! Hopefully I will never have reason to turn to either for help, especially CJ since he's in the Psych program! We went to the dinner celebration for CJ at Joe's Pizza in South Arlington and it was so good. I ate some of my leftovers for lunch today (baked tortellini) and still have enough left for 2 people for another meal!
8. Do you ever wear your clothes two days in a row? I would never do this when I was working. But now, it makes life so much easier. I'm totally wearing the same exact thing I had on yesterday and I don't even care!
9. Besides the fact that John's been working so hard, he's also remarkably resourceful. He drove my mom's old truck for a few weeks while his car was in the shop. The part he needed was $400 new. So he found a used one on eBay for $40 and that along with a few other inexpensive parts, his car is running just fine. I'm so happy I have him.
10. Being unemployed means lots of resourcefulness in the kitchen. I've cooked more in the past two months than I usually do in 6. Lots of great and not-so-great experiments. My favorite so far? This red-skinned potato salad made from potatoes my mom gave me leftover from a Sunday dinner. I chickened out on the amount of bacon I used. I won't make that mistake again!
11. I can't thank Kelli enough for babysitting Ben for me what seems like a million times. Whether it's a photo shoot or interview she's never even blinked when I sheepishly ask! Thank you so much Kelli!
12. May 21st = So You Think You Can Dance. I am so very very excited! And I really hope Adam doesn't win Idol, but I have a feeling he will. Go back to Broadway, Adam!
13. I can't think of a 13. Here are a couple of pictures of Ben instead!
About #2... Did you see I wrote about you in my blog? Well, I did. I know you do amazingly cool stuff with photography and invitations. If you want, you can post on my blog about your shop/stuff you do!
I think you are amazing! You are not just a stay-at-home mom at all. I'm jealous. I want to learn all your creative skills. :)
Ok. Sorry, it's me again. #8 is hilarious. I love that you're wearing the exact same thing as yesterday. That's great! (I would totally do that as well)
#8: I TOTALLY do this. I mean, unless I'm cleaning or something strenuous or dirty, I'm usually just sitting at my desk, so are my clothes really getting dirty? Besides, it's usually just jeans or shorts and tees. If I'm going out (like the store) I may change, but not always.
#2: I think it's great you're getting work stuff while you wait for other work stuff (although, who knows, maybe this might be more worth it).
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#3--So irritating. David stopped taking naps too and I miss them OH so much.
#5-good for you! i need to try that
#8-constantly...but it probably shows.
#7- I too ate at Joes this weekend. I love them! They are always on my list to hit up when I'm in town. Try the super sub. The house dressing is what really makes it!
#8- yes all the time! Mostly since I have gotten pregnant and I only own 5 shirts. Sometimes they make appearances 3 days in a row. Aaron has no idea because by the time he gets home from work I'm in my pajamas. (Its a beautiful system :)
Anna has been counting down the days to So You Think You Can Dance. We love to watch it together! I can't wait!
#8- more often than I should