Finding My Way

Potty Training.. it's hit or miss..

2011-07-26T14:48:00.000-04:00

Yes, We've reached the point of Potty Training. Bella finally isn't revolting against sitting on the potty, and we are working on it. She's doing really well, and although she's having misses at least once a day, I think that it won't take her long to get it all sorted out. We started bare bottom. I just, one afternoon, decided to see what would happen and, well, there was some pee in the potty,

Cake-Pop GIveaway by Beckaboo's Cakes!

2011-07-22T08:39:00.000-04:00

If you love cake, and who doesn't, and you live in the Winchester/Shenandoah Valley area, then you want to enter to win this fabulous giveaway. Beckaboo's cakes are sweet, delicious, and leave you wanting more every time! She specializes in cake pops, and if you've never had one, let me tell you a little about them. They are the PERFECT bite-size piece of cake on a stick. In a word: heaven. At

Are you high?

2011-07-20T08:38:00.000-04:00

If you are, you're an idiot. I'm not saying I never did.. but, now I'm an adult, and getting high is stupid. When I see/hear about grown people getting high, especially those with families/careers, I just want to slap them and tell them they are freaking idiots and to just grow up already. This thought comes from a good friend of mine recently experimenting with it. I don't think they will make

New Beginnings!

2011-07-13T16:19:00.000-04:00

Well, the move is complete! We are mostly moved in and settled. There is a lot to go through in the basement, and a few small boxes here and there of small odds n ends that just need to be sorted, but overall, we are in and settled and loving it. I've driven a little around the city, and I really love where we are. We are close to everything and yet don't feel like we are in the city. The

My Review of Butterfly Cake Topper

2011-06-21T19:55:00.001-04:00

Originally submitted at The KnotA symbol of joy and transformation, the butterfly is a perfect expression of your new life together. Made of glass, this self-standing cake topper features two butterflies encircled in a heart accented with white and silver leaves. 7" w x 6 1/2" h.Butterfly Cake TopperBeautiful!By Michele Argiro from Winchester, VA on 6/21/2011 5out of 5Pros: Theme Oriented, Unique

I'm searching...

2011-06-15T22:18:00.000-04:00

For a new name for my blog. I originally started this with the intention of it being all about my daughter, but I really want it to be about me.. so what do you think the name should be?

I had a point when I started writing this.. then i just started rambling. Pretty standard for my posts.

2011-06-15T14:19:00.000-04:00

So.. Apparently my mother is taking off to North Carolina to be with this guy Matt. I don't remember exactly if i've ever posted about it all, but I'll spare you the boring details and tell you the short of it. My Parents are divorce (almost) and my mom has a boyfriend who lives in NC that no one is allowed to talk to, and he's not allowed to talk to us. I don't know why, I can only make

We are..

2011-05-11T19:20:00.000-04:00

In Pennsylvania. Finally! Getting settled is going to take some time, but it will come. Currently, I am taking a bit of a break from the computer. I still get on, but I'm just limiting my daily time online. I'm hoping it allows me to become more focused on other things, and to work on having less anxiety, which has become a huge problem recently. I think it is a result of all the stress going on,

Sometimes Good-Bye is a Second Chance..

2011-04-27T22:34:00.001-04:00

If you have been a follower of my blog - you know a few things about me. I blog randomly, sometimes a lot, sometimes I go weeks without posting. I also repeat myself, a lot. It's because of the previous statement -random blogging intervals. I usually forget what I've said, so I just say it all again. Anyhow. the point, I think, was that I'm apologize if what you are about to read is something

Major Changes are happening!

2011-04-18T13:08:00.000-04:00

I'm not going into detail, but due to some unforeseen circumstances, we are moving! Kevin has lost his job and instead of us scraping by to try and pay rent in a place local, his parents have so generously allowed us to come live with them temporarily until we can get on our feet. I'll admit, at first I was REALLY against it, but the more I think about it, the better I feel about it. Really, I

Changes..

2011-04-08T14:57:00.000-04:00

Things in our life are changing, and changing soon. we are moving, we are both looking for job. we don't know where we will end up, but hopefully we can find someone who will be willing to rent to a couple of unemployed people with a baby. Prayers are needed, positive vibes, thoughts, whatever. Thanks.

Surprises!

2011-03-31T20:22:00.000-04:00

So - Bella has this cheapy foam magnetic alphabet puzzle. I bought it for her at the Dollar Tree as a stocking stuffer for Christmas. It has taken a beating, but we continue to somehow keep track of the letters. A few she has chewed on, a few the cat (yes, the cat) has chewed on. They've been in the sink, in the toy box, stepped on, kicked, in food.. you name it. But - hey, she loves magnets. I

Happy Birthday, LOVE!

2011-03-31T13:14:00.000-04:00

I just wanted to wish my wonderful, loving, most awesome husband a very happy 35th birthday! LOVE YOU POOKIE!

A giveaway!

2011-03-25T13:29:00.004-04:00

Hey everyone, my friend Heather is offering a giveaway on her blog! Be sure to go check it out, enter to win yourself, and leave a comment that Michele A. sent you! =) I'd much appreciate it.. and, who couldn't use a giftcard? =) ------>Here's her awesome blog! <------------- Good luck!

Babysitter..

2011-03-21T22:14:00.000-04:00

I need a sitter for Bella. I'm way too paranoid to leave her with anyone. I mean, sure a couple of hours, but rarely ever during naptime or bedtime. Of course I leave her with Kevin, but as far as leaving her with someone else.. I start to freak out just thinking about it. Will she go down okay? Will they just let her run until she passes out? Will they feed her, change her? will she be okay?

I don't have a title for this one.

2011-03-05T06:43:00.000-05:00

I stopped c25k. I have some emotional stress going on, and while everyone tells me exercising will help, I really can't find the time because my brain is so unorganized lately. I feel as though I'm struggling to stay on track each day. I have trouble staying focused, and I am not sure how to correct this situation. My parents are about to go through what is bound to be a very messy divorce.

C25K

2011-01-31T16:00:00.000-05:00

I'm going to run a 5K in June. This is how I'm going to do it - using The Couch to 5k program, and the LoseIt! Website, journaling my food and exercise, limiting my calories.. doing what I can to get healthy. I realized the other day when I was picking up toys and was so pout of breath and my heart was pounding just from bending over and picking up toys from the floor (Repeatedly). So, here's the

Being the rock is hard work..

2011-01-30T19:30:00.000-05:00

Forgive me if I repeat things I have posted before. I just need an outlet. I'm the rock. I'm the one who is honest when you ask my advice. I will be there for you to hold you up when you are falling down. I will pick you up if you've fallen. I will hold open the door when you have no strength to turn the knob. I will find the silver lining, I will help you focus on it. I am the annoyingly

Covergirl Campaign

2011-01-13T09:03:00.003-05:00

Sign up on CG's facebook page and you could win some fabulous prizes! I absolutely love Covergirl Products (I'm not just saying that, either! ). So check it out and maybe you'll win! If you do, by chance, win the trip to see Ellen, i fully expect for you to bring me with you! ;)

Opinions.. everyone has one. A post about Social Networking.

2011-01-11T21:16:00.000-05:00

So, I'm on Facebook. i've been on facebook. I love to post things, somedays i post a lot of random stuff, some days I post nothing. I know some people hate that I post randomness, and others love it. My page is private, so if you aren't my friend, you can't see it, and you *shouldn't* be able to search for me either. It's been like that for a while now, pretty much shortly after I created it. I

Two Years ago..

2011-01-05T07:14:00.000-05:00

Two years ago, on this day, at 10:38 am, my precious little girl was born. She was beautiful and amazing, and ever since then she has been teaching me just as much as I've been teaching her. She's just about 30lbs, and i believe 33" tall. Her checkup isn't for another week, so I don't have the exact numbers.. but I will. =) She wears a 2T in shirts and pants, a few 3T shirts.. and size 7 shoe.

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2010-11-29T08:06:00.001-05:00

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2010-11-20T08:28:00.000-05:00

Hiatus..

2010-11-03T08:52:00.000-04:00

I've been on a hiatus. I've been traveling a lot this past month, and to be honest, I've enjoyed the break but I'm struggling to get back into a routine. I've also been dealing with a lot emotionally and trying to figure out just where I stand with people and in life. I'm taking a hiatus. I'll post eventually, but this is a formal announcement that I'm not gonna be around here. I'm also going

Blogging..

2010-09-09T09:38:00.000-04:00

Blogging takes time. More time than I seem to be able to properly give it. I WANT to blog.. but I just always seem to have other things to do. I'm not promising I'll blog more. It seems when I do that, I always end up blogging LESS. So.. Be on the lookout for randomly spaced out blogs. About random topics. Or maybe no blogs at all. That is all.

Ramblings of a mommy...

2010-08-25T14:15:00.000-04:00

Everyone knows that moms sacrifice a lot for their kids. And i knew that when I became a mom, I would give my very last breath to my child.. what I didn't know, was that she would absolutely be taking ever single breath from me, on a daily basis! When she was first born, it was non-stop nursing and diaper changes. I pushed through it. Sometimes my goal would be to just make it through the next

IsaBows

2010-08-22T15:33:00.000-04:00

I've started making and selling some pretty little bows for the pretty little girls I know. It started off by me just wanting to make bows for Bella, and eventually, after some encouragement from a few people, I've started selling them. I've made a Facebook page, and hopefully I will eventually make an etsy site or another website. I'm not sure which will work best for me, but we'll see when that

Show me the $$$!

2010-07-27T14:34:00.000-04:00

So, I've been a stay at home mom since Bella was born.. that's 18 months. I can't say I haven't loved every second of it, because I absolutely have! However, As she's getting older and more mobile, and more stubborn, and testing more limits.. and my patience, I find myself craving time away. It is kind of funny, because I hate to leave her, but I really enjoy my time away. Even if it's just to

What's Your Mommy Type? | momlogic.com

2010-07-25T08:57:00.000-04:00

What's Your Mommy Type? | momlogic.comThis is an interesting article I found. Which Mommy Type are you?I think I'm not just one type, I fall into a couple of categories. I think I'm Sugar and spice, I know I can also be Instigator mom.. and I'll probably be Ass-Kisser mom, although I'm not sure about super expensive gifts.. It's hard to categorize yourself, because 1)we see ourselves different

My bows, worthy enough to sell?

2010-07-24T21:33:00.000-04:00

Here are some bows I've made.. what would you pay for them? FYI: all ribbon is heat sealed on the end, the ribbon is stitched together to stay in place. They are on 2 prong alligator clips, which is wrapped in ribbon as well to match the bow. There is NOT any non-slip material on these specific bows, but I could easily add it if someone requested it. I usually make them in sets of two, since

First Cookout!

2010-07-23T08:08:00.000-04:00

Well, We had our first gathering at the house! It was a great turnout, and we all had a lot of fun! There was sooo much food! The guests included family, some of my friends, and some of Kevin's co-workers and friends. It was a good mix! All the kids had so much fun running around. It was also great to put faces with some of the people Kevin works with, since I only ever hear names. Bella had a

I won.. again!

2010-07-14T17:48:00.000-04:00

Let me first tell you that the website I enter these contests on is amazing! Fabulous Friday Freebies posts new giv eaways EVERY WEEK! I love all the things she posts, and I really enjoy finding wonderful new places to shop online! This time I won a personalized custom canvas painting from Art By Kristi (She is currently on vacation for the month of July, but be sure to check back for her

Bella's 18month Checkup!

2010-07-13T14:33:00.000-04:00

Oh my.. Bella is a year and a half. 18 months old. It is amazing o me how much she has grown. To think that I have a little person, running around, talking, climbing.. it just amazes me to no end. I always knew I'd love being a mommy, but I never truly understood the feelings I would have just watching her. I find myself often stopping what I'm doing to just watch her as she happily plays with

Holy crap, I'm actually updating!

2010-07-13T13:32:00.001-04:00

Yes folks, it's true, you aren't imagining things. I'm actually posting a blog. Bella keeps me super busy when she's awake, and when she's asleep, well, I'm busy doing all the things I can't do while she's awake.. like laundry, and cleaning house. Trust me, I'd much rather blog all day, but I'm pretty sure after a while it may become an issue in my marriage. Kevin really prefers to have clean

Wasting time..

2010-06-27T07:49:00.000-04:00

I have all day to get things done, but it doesn't nearly seem like enough time. I am currently wasting time online, while Bella eats breakfast. I know it's probably going to be the only time I can actually get online without (much) interruption today. I have lots of running around to do, but before I even leave, i need to get my morning yoga out of the way, get myself and Bella dressed, re-pack

Getting healthy!

2010-06-17T16:12:00.000-04:00

Well, my moms group started a weight loss challenge group. Basically a group for some of us who want to lose weight and get healthy. We post and talk to each other, track our wight weekly, chart our exercise, and once a month post our measurements (hips, waist, thighs, arms, chest). Let me tell you, the initial measuring was enough to get me motivated! There are no set guidelines, we are all

The many faces of Bella

2010-06-13T15:51:00.000-04:00

The flavor of lavender

2010-06-13T14:44:00.001-04:00

We've gotten settled into our new house, and I am finding the most wonderful plants growing! There is purple sage, rosemary, mint, spearmint, lillies, lilacs, cilantro, white and purple lavender, peonies, hostas, a butterfly bush, roses, and more! I'm excited about the herbs, and am making a goal to learn how to use them! (fresh and dried!) It is absolutely wonderful to know we have these at our

Happy Memorial Day!

2010-06-03T07:25:00.000-04:00

Enjoying the porch swing out front Well, I'm a few days late, but I'm getting back into a routine and Bella is finally not waking up a bazillion times a night, so I'm actually semi-coherent. only semi because it's 6:45am and I've only had a couple sips of coffee, but anyhow... She totally stole this rib off my plate, and yes, she was actually pulling meat off of it! Memorial Day this year brought

A real update... =)

2010-06-01T21:47:00.000-04:00

Well, we've moved and settled in (mostly) to the new house. We are really about 3 miles from our old house. We have more room now and are really enjoying it. The yard is huge and the dogs love it, as does Bella.. We've been busy, that's for sure. Packing, moving, unpacking.... organizing... and dealing with Bella being super sick. We got through it though, and she is on the mend. So, here are

Moving SUCKS!

2010-05-22T08:12:00.000-04:00

Well, we have moved. Everything is in the new house except for the blinds and the curtains from Bella's room and our room. I think we are going back today or tomorrow to get those, then the house will be empty. I'm planning on a yard sale at that house in a couple of weeks. We've left some stuff, and now that we have all our stuff accessible ( in the basement) we are going to take it BACK to the

Wordless Wednesday

2010-05-12T20:47:00.000-04:00

What is "Wordless Wednesday"? Well, it's basically a thing that bloggers do on Wednesdays, so they don't have to actually post anything or put thought into it. So, because I'm a slacker blogger, you may or may not see more of these on my blog. Or maybe they will occur on other days, but I will try to, every Wednesday, post a picture or two of Miss Bella. So at least if I'm not updating, you get a

Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-09T15:25:00.000-04:00

Happy Mother's Day everyone! Here are a couple poems for you to enjoy! What is a Mother?Mothers look different from other women. Their hair isn't always done in the latest style, and sometimes, it isn't done at all.A mother is a woman who can bake a cake with six other hands helping her and still have it turn out fine.A mother's shoulders sometimes smells of sour milk, and if you are very

APPLE BLOSSOM!

2010-05-06T20:55:00.000-04:00

The Prettiest Apple Blossom of all! The 83rd Annual Apple Blossom Festival has come and gone, and it was a busy, busy time! The weekend consisted of walking the midway, watching a Fireman's Parade, checking out the craft fair, eating lots of wonderfully bad-for-you food, a car show, a petting zoo, a pool of bubbles, more crafts, a circus, and a slightly sun-burned mama. But it was WONDERFUL!

dot.dot.dot.

2010-05-04T16:54:00.002-04:00

Just did the Apple Blossom Weekend stuff.. parade, park, kids day, circus.. Haven't had time or energy to really update, plan to try tonight.. =) So be on the lookout.. I'll have something up this week.. with pictures. I promise!

Toys make kids fat.

2010-04-28T07:30:00.001-04:00

This s an article that a friend of mine told me about, which I find utterly ridiculous. Seriously.. go read it. I'll wait. California County Bans Toys With Fast-Food Meals Back? Okay.. here are my thoughts about this.. The basic point: Kids want the toy more than the food, and by putting toys in healthier meals, it may entice the children to pick those meals. The problem with this thinking,

Check out what I won from some FABULOUS sites!

2010-04-26T21:49:00.000-04:00

So, not to long ago I stumbled upon a great site that posted giveaways every week. Fabulous Friday Freebies posts one or two giveaways on Friday. You enter by leaving comments after you've done what the giveaway tells you. There is usually at least three ways to enter, sometimes more. They are all very simple to do, and usually only take moments to accomplish! So, The most recent thing that I

Busy Week!

2010-04-25T08:27:00.000-04:00

Boy! Have we been busy! At least it *feels* like we've been busy! Last weekend we went up to PA for my niece's First Holy Communion, which was beautiful. We also went to a Pirates game.. and they actually WON which was awesome! Kevin almost caught a fly ball, but didn't because I "wouldn't" move out of the way. Don't get me wrong, I tried to get out of the way, but it's kinda hard to move when

What we've been up to!

2010-04-13T14:43:00.000-04:00

We've been enjoying the nice weather. Sunday, we went over to have a little cookout and visit with some friends. They brought out their daughter's 4 wheeler, which Bella isn't quite big enough for, but she liked it just the same! They took out the big one too, and Kevin took Bella for a romp through the woods on it. She LOVED it! It looks like we will be investing on one of these smaller ones

Have you joined a moms club?

2010-04-13T14:28:00.000-04:00

Firstly, I want to say that my last post was my 100th post! Yay me! Now, onto what I'm really going to post about. Moms' groups, playgroups, playdates, mommy and me groups, whatever you want to call them, are all over the place! It is almost like a secret group though, and you hardly ever hear about them until you are a mom. Even then, it wasn't until Bella was about 10 months old that I even

Another Great Giveaway!

2010-04-11T08:09:00.000-04:00

Rachel at Kenzigton Kollections is having another great giveaway! I'm a little late in posting this, it ends April 12th at noon so hurry and enter! This time it's an adorable headband with a flower for your little girl, or a little girl you know and love! These are perfect for that added special touch to an outfit, and make a GREAT gift as well! All her items are hand-made with love, and

Are you Swagging?

2010-04-10T14:44:00.000-04:00

What is Swagging, you ask? Well, simply put - it's searching the internet, and in the process, getting awarded points, or SwagBucks. The more you search, the more you win! If you've noticed, I have a "Swidget" on my blog now, and you can search right from there! I like it, and am saving up to get a good Amazon gift card, or a Target card! There is SO MUCH that I am saving up for.. I have a goal

15 month checkup

2010-04-09T16:06:00.000-04:00

Bella is now 15 months old.. She weighs 22lbs 12 oz and is 31.5 inches tall. She is 75th percentile in height and 45th percentile in weight.. meaning that only 25% of babies her age are taller, and 55% weigh more. She's growing steady, and looks like she has her daddy's genes in that department! She has 12 teeth, and is working on her bottom eye teeth, or canines. It is still going to be some

Teach your children to love their bodies.. but please, don't dress them like a hooker!

2010-04-06T09:11:00.000-04:00

I've been on the hunt for a bathing suit for Bella. I want the surf-shirt type, for the sole reason to cover her shoulders and stuff from the sun. It's where I burn the fastest and worst, and since I don't know if she'll be lie me or her daddy, I'm taking precautions. In my hunt for a bathing suit, I've come across many cute ones.. and some that would be cute if she were.. 18. Seriously.. is

End of Lent

2010-04-03T20:52:00.000-04:00

Some of you know I gave up Facebook for Lent. Some of you don't. I didn't originally decide to do this.. I was going to give up soda, or candy, or.. something. It was actually Kevin's idea to give up FB. He said it as a joke/challenge, and at first I was totally against it.. but the more I thought about it, the more it really felt like the right thing to do. It was hard the first week.. but I

Easter Pics!

2010-04-01T14:38:00.000-04:00

We went out today and took some pics in Bella's Easter dress.. Here are a couple..

Hanging out with mom

2010-03-31T07:56:00.001-04:00

Lately, Bella has been cuddly in the morning, wanting to just sit next to me on the couch and drink her juice or milk. She was so cute the other day in her little tank onesie and shorts, I couldn't help but snap a couple of pictures!

Stuck inside..

2010-03-31T07:50:00.000-04:00

We had some wonderful, beautiful, amazingly warm days... and we took full advantage of them.. then it got cold again. Well the few days was all it took for Bella to know that the only place to be is outside! Unfortunately, she doesn't understand that on cold or rainy days, we aren't going to run around outside. She started getting cabin fever fairly quick, so I dug out some paints that I had from

Nightmares or Night Terrors?

2010-03-30T08:20:00.000-04:00

Bella's ears are getting better, but I'm starting to think the antibiotics are giving her bad dreams. She has been waking up just a few hours after going down, completely screaming, freaking out, and crying "nooooooo". When we go in, she clings to us for dear life! I am getting frustrated that she's waking up and NOT going back to sleep, but I'm also worried about why she is waking up, and not

Spring Teaser

2010-03-25T08:48:00.000-04:00

So, last week we had beautiful 70 degree weather! Bella and I spent as much of it outside as possible, at the park, around the house, going for a walk.. just soaking up some vitamin D. Let me tell you - the sun will brighten ANY mood! I felt so motivated to get up and get moving. I was soooo happy. I love warm weather. Then, Bella started with a clear, runny nose and a dry cough.. I figured it

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

2010-03-18T16:00:00.000-04:00

Well, it's been beautiful outside, and the past couple days we have spent going to the park and playing outside! But let me go back a bit. For my birthday I went out to shop and spend time with my friend Brooke. Her birthday is 3 days before mine, and every year we go out together to get our free burger from Red Robin. We did a little shopping as well. It was a great day! Then, on Monday after

Out of Town

2010-03-12T08:48:00.000-05:00

Well, it's been a crazy busy week! We are heading out to Kevin's parents house for the weekend, it will be nice to get away and see everyone. I think a trip has been long overdue. So, I'm sorry this isn't an update, but know that I promise I will post next week! Have a great weekend!

Birthday Wishes...

2010-03-06T10:07:00.000-05:00

What an Awesome Cake! LOVE IT! No, that's not MY cake, but I wish it was! LOL Today is my birthday. I haven't made a fuss this year, I haven't asked for anything at all. Today Bella and I are going to visit my friend Brooke, and do a little shopping and have dinner at Red Robin. Brooke's birthday was Wednesday, and we are both 29. So we like to do something together every year! One more year

I'm a Winner!

2010-03-05T14:25:00.001-05:00

Seventh Smith: WE HAVE WINNERS!! Can't believe I won! woohoo! As someone who feels as though she doesn't win anything, this is TRULY EXCITING for me! I really love blog giveaways! I feel they are more "real" than some other commercial ones. Anyhow, Follow the link above to see what I won!

14 Months Old!

2010-03-05T14:24:00.000-05:00

Bella, March 2009 Oh Goodness.. it's March and that means my little Isabella Grace is 14 months old! I can hardly believe it! one year ago she was so tiny and small and sweetly just 2 months old! She has grown so much! Not just in height! (and boy she is TALL!) but she is talking and walking, throwing fits, demanding, loving, blowing kisses, hugging, pointing, cuddling... the list goes on.

Infected...

2010-03-04T09:27:00.000-05:00

Bella on a lunch date with her boyfriend, Kyle. Oh my.. what a week it has been! Bella had a cold last week, which turned into an infection in both of her ears. We got her on antibiotics Saturday, and she is doing much better now. Then Sunday, I started with the sniffles and sneezing and throat tickles.. which turned into a serious sinus/head cold.. Monday I slept all day long, and Tuesday was

Check out these ADORABLE shoes - and the GREAT GIVEAWAY!

2010-03-02T13:40:00.000-05:00

Head on over here for a wonderful giveaway of the most adorable crochet slippers you will ever put on your daughters feet! Check out the shoes, and check out the site! You will fall in love!

From Sick Baby to Sick Mama

2010-03-01T17:28:00.000-05:00

So, while Bella is on antibiotics now and feeling better, I am hit with this awful bug. Its horrible and feels like the flue, except I don't think it is the flu. Anyhow, I feel like a bus hit me, which is how I'm sure Bella felt last week. My head is pounding non stop, and my sinuses feel like they will explode any minute. Kevin kindly stayed home from work today so I can rest and sleep, but

Sick Baby =(

2010-02-27T09:18:00.000-05:00

Well, I've been MIA because Bella has a cold. A BAD cold. I took her to the pediatrician after waking up to day 3 of a low grade fever. She has had her flu vax, but I know better than to assume that they will prevent the flue. So we tested for flu, checked ears, mouth, nose, throat... she wasn't running a fever there, and everything came back looking good. Her flue swab was negative, so we just

EVOO

2010-02-22T20:02:00.000-05:00

I wash my face with EVOO. What do you think about that?

The Argiro Family Photos!

2010-02-21T14:01:00.000-05:00

The Argiro FamilyUpdated with lots of pictures! Gonna try to work on some videos soon!

In the Church parking lot...

2010-02-21T13:45:00.000-05:00

I went to church today, for the first time without Kevin, or without anyone else. Just Bella and I. It was pretty good, she behaved fairly well, walked around a bit, and only had a minor meltdown, which was quickly resolved with walking around, a sippy and some snacks. BUT, that's not what this post is about. This post is about the parking lot, and the people who use that parking lot, and are

GennySue part Deux.

2010-02-19T20:52:00.000-05:00

Okay, this isn't the second post about GennySue, but this was the second photoshoot for them. So, here are the pics. She wasn't in the best of moods, as you can obviously tell.. LOL

You think you know it all..

2010-02-19T20:36:00.000-05:00

Well, a lot has been going on these days, and I realize I may or may not have posted about them. I'd go back and check, but really I'm too lazy, so if you are one of the few people who actually read all my posts, most of this may or may not be a repeat. To the rest of you, it will all be new, and welcome to my little slice of the web. Bella is walking. I mean, get up on her own, walk all over,

Who named it that anyhow?

2010-02-18T20:08:00.003-05:00

First of all, I really want to know who names hairstyles.. some are obvious, like "beehive" and "ponytail", but others, I'm just not sure.. the "bob", "afro", and "pigtails". Let;s just focus on one of those... pigtails. I think pigtails are adorable.. but why would you call them that? they certainly don't look like a pig's tail. Why not "ponytails". You know, plural, because there is two. Really

New Hair!

2010-02-17T18:18:00.004-05:00

Went and got my hair did today! YIPPEE! I'm the most indecisive person you will ever meet when it comes to my hair. I'm want change, yet, I'm afraid of change. SO anyhow, I took some pics on of hair I like, and some colors, and told the girl what I DID NOT want, and let her go. So.. here is the results!BeforeAfter

Giving up.

2010-02-16T15:27:00.003-05:00

Today is Fat Tuesday... tomorrow is Ash Wednesday.. and the beginning of Lent. It sure did sneak up on me, and I hadn't thought really about what I was giving up for Lent. At first I thought about pop.. but I really don't drink enough of it for it to be a real sacrifice. Then I thought about bread, but seeing as how I hardly eat as it is, and when I do eat, it's usually a bread product, I really

Happy Birthday Melanie!

2010-02-15T14:46:00.003-05:00

Melanie - Looking fabulous as ever!Today Bella and I went to have lunch with my friend Melanie. We had a great lunch at Chili's, with her other friend Sarah. Melanie is quickly becoming a good friend of mine. We met earlier this year, and we just have so much in common, and really think alike. I hope that we continue to be friends for a very long time! Plus, Bella and her son Kyle are the cutest

All You Need is Love...

2010-02-14T15:12:00.004-05:00

Ah, Valentine's day. The day made up by women, for women. Well, at least according to my dear husband. I tried to explain that it is to celebrate your love for each other, and it isn't about lavish gifts. It's about doing something for the one you love, to show them you care. Even though you SHOULD do that year round, its the one day that you can be SURE to do it. I agree it is no different than

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Okay, it can stop now.

2010-02-07T09:20:00.005-05:00

So, we just got a massive amount of snow dumped on us! Total of 30" or more! I was able to measure 27" on the back table, which I know is not a true measurement, but pretty close. I'm not really into the idea of trying to dig my way to the middle of the yard to get a better measurement. It started Friday morning, and never stopped until Saturday afternoon. I took lots of pictures, and they have

.just.so.tired.

2010-02-04T06:02:00.006-05:00

If you read my blog often (well, whenever I have time to post), you know that I don't often complain, and that more often than not, all my posts are about Bella. This morning it's a little different, I'm feeling a little run down and frustrated, and just need to whine a bit... maybe I should WINE a bit.. would that be some sort of faux paux at 6am? I don't have any champagne or orange juice to

Picture Post..

2010-01-28T07:44:00.004-05:00

For your Viewing Enjoyment.. (because I know thats the only reason most of you read my blog!)bored with the camera..Trying to get the camera..So proud when she takes steps.. she claps for herself!Bella at Payton's 1st Birthday party!Bela is so smart, she reads upside down!Bella's party attire.Helping mommy with dinner..PLaying in the tunnel at Georgia's house!Re-organizing mommy's tupperware..

I despise Barney.. and other ramblings.

2010-01-27T09:17:00.002-05:00

So, Bella does not watch Barney. I can't stand him. i don't really know why, other than it just creeps me out. I guess when I was younger, I heard a lot of bad things that Barney would do to the kids,and it just.. Well. I hate him. So, no Barney in my house, for as long as I can help it! Bella does love the Sprout channel, an The Wiggles are her favorite. She absolutely loves them, and dances

Happy Birthday Baby!

2010-01-19T10:37:00.007-05:00

My beautiful 1 year old!Bella is 1 year old! I absolutely can't believe it! We have been so blessed to have such wonderful family and friends to help us celebrate! She is on whole milk now, which she is NOT a fan of. I tried giving it to her cold, and from a sippy.. not happening. She thinks juice should come from her sippy. So we are warming the milk and in a bottle, but I am slowly decreasing

2009 re-cap

2010-01-02T08:17:00.009-05:00

Hey everyone! I Hope ya'll had a great Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or other Holiday, and a safe and Happy New year.Reflecting back on 2009, it went by way too fast! Bella is just a few days away from turning 1, and yet it seems like she was just born! This year has brought happiness and sadness, but overall it has been a wonderful year.Obviously the best thing to happen is my beautiful daughter

Snow Storm 2009!

2009-12-20T14:09:00.004-05:00

Our house the day after. our backyardLizzy playing in the snow!Well, it wasn't our FIRST snow of the year, but it was our first significant snow storm! The snow started Friday nights, and continued until last Saturday, with no let up at all! We got a total of 20" of, wonderful, powdery, beautiful SNOW. None of that ice/sleet/slush crap we've gotten previously. It looks like there will still be

Kenzie Klips

2009-12-17T17:32:00.007-05:00

A good friend of mine has begun creating and selling the most adorable hair clips! Rachel has an amazing journey to get to where she is now, and all I can say is that I am so thankful to have met her and that she's in my life.So, anyhow, Rachel recently had a contest on her site to win some clips, and I won! (Yay me for winning!) The clips are absolutely adorable, and I tried to get a couple of

We have a diagnosis...

2009-12-17T08:12:00.007-05:00

"Mom keeps torturing me with this!"My poor little girl has an ear infection.. in BOTH ears! I took her to the doctor yesterday, and I wasn't even thinking about an ear infection.. (okay, the thought DID cross my mind). I was worried about it getting into her chest,because she has developed a really wet, nasty cough. We stripped her down and she was in good spirits, as usual. They weighed her -

Sick..again!

2009-12-11T20:30:00.002-05:00

Well, Bella is sick again with some sinus junk. All congested and stuffy and full of snot. Poor girl. Tonight she hardly ate dinner, and drank only 5oz of her 10oz bedtime bottle. She usually drinks at least 7 or 8 oz of it, if she doesn't drink it all. So before I put her to bed (at 6:45pm..) I was going to give her some Motrin. So she didn't want to take it, but I usually can get her to suck t

HO HO HO! Merry Christmas!

2009-12-11T13:38:00.004-05:00

So, as you can see, Miss Bella was not a huge fan of the Jolly Man in a Red Suit (or, in this case, a burgundy suit). She really was fine all the way up until he said "Hello" to her. Then she lost it. I had them take the picture because I was not going to put her back through it another time to try and see if she warms up to him. I figure she probably won't, so it was a one-time deal. We were

Free hair Clip Giveaway!

2009-12-03T13:17:00.002-05:00

My friend Rachel makes these ADORABLE clips, and she's doing a giveaway! Be sure to leave a comment for one! YAY! absolutely adorable!www.kenzingtonkollections.blogspot.com

Being Thankful

2009-11-27T17:16:00.004-05:00

Well, the holiday season is upon us, and yesterday was Thanksgiving. This year has proven to be one that I am most grateful for, as my wonderful little princess came into my world a few short days after the year turned over. It has been absolutely amazing, and time has gone by so quickly. Bella is almost 11 months old now.. almost a year. I think about this time last year, and how I simply could

November is flying by!

2009-11-14T09:01:00.002-05:00

Wow, it is already halfway though November! Time is flying. I've had every intention of posting but just haven't been able to have time and energy to sit and do it. In fact, the sole purpose of this blog is to post the link to our Christmas List on AMazon.comhttp://www.amazon.com/wishlist/F16EZQTW98LJ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_wlthere it is! Now I have laundry to get to and a baby who is wanting to nurse,

Happy Halloween!

2009-10-31T20:50:00.007-04:00

Trick or Treat everyone! I hope you all have had a safe and fun night, filled with lots of treats and not so many tricks! We decided to stay home and relax. I did dress Bella up in her ghost costume and took her over to a friends house early in the evening, and then we "trick or treated" to a neighbors house, and that was it. Her evening routine is pretty set, so I didn't want to mess with it

So much has happened!

2009-10-12T11:02:00.003-04:00

In the past week Bella has hit some wonderful milestones! She is now 9months old! She has 3 teeth now. She enjoys toast, pancakes, and most breads (all plain). She also has tried rotisserie chicken, italian meatballs, raviolis, and pumpkin. She is getting better at feeding herself fingerfoods, and mashing/chewing her food too. We recently bought some Gerber wheels and some puffed corn sticks -

I'm updating because I haven't in a while and I feel bad, but it's not like anyone will read it.. except maybe you.

2009-10-01T11:27:00.006-04:00

Daddy taking Bella for her very first walk in the sand.My little angel is almost 9 months. This is a big deal to me, and amazing and sad and exciting. 9 months. That's how long I had her in my belly, how long we were connected as one being. And I miss being pregnant. I REALLY miss being pregnant. I loved the feeling of her inside me. He movements and hiccups. The fact that I could feel her move,

There's a Party in my tummy!

2009-09-14T08:13:00.007-04:00

Okay, not really. But I turned on Yo Gabba Gabba this morning, because I needed a distraction for Bella. Shoot me, I used the power of the magical picture box to keep Bella from having to be in my lap.We have recently hit a couple of milestones that i want to share with you all! The first one is, we just started meats into her diet. Did chicken last night. I *think* she liked it, but the texture

Happy Labor Day!

2009-09-07T09:42:00.004-04:00

I hope everyone is having a wonderful Labor Day weekend! The weather is nice and cool here, not quite pool weather, but nice enough that you can enjoy yourself outside =)I'm on my way out the door, but i have more pic to upload later today!

Some more pics!

2009-09-05T22:33:00.007-04:00

Was playing around in Photoshop..The Best reason about fall!Yay!Standing up!What's on my shoe?Here are some more "fall" pictures =) you get two posts because it wont let me put them all in one post!

I'm falling!

2009-09-05T22:14:00.005-04:00

My neighbors flowers.. so pretty! Was playing with the focus on the camera...Bella with her new boots on.. they are a bit too big yet!I love fall, and so with the cooler weather, I decided to take my camera on a hunt of things that made me think of fall. I also took some pics, just so I could play with PhotoShop. =) While we were out, Bella and I took advantage of our neighbors swingset (with