25 Tid-Bits About Me

1. I wish leopard was a color

2. I can't stand it when a cabinet door is left open...it drives me crazy

3. I can't watch a scary movie or shows like America's Most Wanted before I go to bed

4. I wish I would have finished college

5. I think Diet Dr. Pepper taste nothing like regular Dr. Pepper

6. My favorite flowers are Gerber Dasies

7. I have a huge crush on Brian Wilson (the closing pitcher for the SF Giants, not the guy from the Beach Boys)

8. My favorite cookie is Snickerdoodles...hands down

9. My canning partner and I are quite good at making jam (if you ask us)

10. I call Lennon "Linen"

11. I live in flip flops in the summers, and Uggs in the winter

12. I wish I would have never gaged my ears

13. My top 3 favorite movies are: Dirty Dancing, Grease and Breakfast at Tiffanys

14. When I was little, I wanted my name to be Kathy

15. I wish I was craftier (is that even a word?)

16. I sleep with my feet outside of the blankets

17. I collect Barbie Christmas ordaments

18. I have looked forward to taking Lennon to Apple Hill all year long

19. I am super proud of my brother and all of his accomplishments

20. Matt and I never had a honeymoon

21. I should drink more water

22. I love spinach salad

23. I rather be cold than hot

24. I should never be in charge of: directions or cooking

25. I have had my families support and love in every choice I have made, I have a husband that I love more and more everyday, a daughter that surprises me and teaches me new things every second, a best friend to keep me grounded, and an understanding that I am exactly were I am supposed to be in life...I am a wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend; and for all those things, I am luckier than I ever thought possible.

Lil' Lady Bug

I am not sure what my deal with beanies are right now...but I love this one for my lil' lady bug!

cute as a cupcake!

I came across this super cute cupcake beanie a few weeks ago...I want one for Lennon so bad...I think it is adorable! I am going to try to make it...wish me luck!

We be Jam'in.

Nikki(Matts sister) and I made Strawberry Jam today...from scratch! I haven't tasted it after it has completely cooled/set, but the little tastes we had while we were cooking it were delish!

Last week we went to a Giants game in San Fransisco. Lennon stayed with my mom since we didn't think she would make it through the drive, game and drive back home. Matts sister and her kids were here, so they all went, along with Matts parents and Kathy, Shannon and Derrick. We tailgated with some hot dogs and other muchies, and then went into the park to watch the Giants lose. It was still alot of fun!

Monterey

A few weeks ago, my parents took us and my brother to Monterey for a weekend full of awesome food, better company and the ocean...what could be better?! We left on a Sunday morning, and got to Moss Landing aright at lunch time. Awhile ago, Matt and I were watching a Throw Down with Bobby Flay episode and that had hi lighted a place called Phil's Fish Market. They are "famous" for their cioppino, and had won the throw down, so we decided that we were going to go. It was AWESOME! We had told my parents and they have been since then, and we have decided it is going to be a must to stop for a meal every time we go to Monterey/Carmel/Santa Cruz. If you haven't been, you should go...it is worth the drive for the crab cakes alone! So, we had lunch, and then drove to the hotel. The hotel was perfect. It was RIGHT on the beach...and Lennon was in heaven. It was a little cold the first day, so we played on the beach a little bit, then went to dinner on the pier. We walked around for a bit, then went back to the hotel for the night. The next morning, we woke up, had some breakfast and headed towards the Aquarium. Lennon LOVED it! We let her run around for the most part. She could have looked at the giant wall of fish for hours if we let her. She was exhausted by the time we were down looking at everything. She picked out a stuffed seahorse (which was a super cool exhibit) and we headed back to the hotel for naps...I think all of us needed one, but we all used Lennon for the excuse :) We went back out on the beach for a little bit. Lennon definitely was not a fan of sand between her toes at first! We had dinner on the pier again that night. I don't think we have ever been as full as we were on this trip. Matt had seafood for almost every meal of everyday we were there! Everything was soo good! The next day we headed home, stopping at a few of our favorite stand to get some "necessities". Some hot sauce, veggies and of course deep fried artichoke hearts at the Giant Artichoke. We all had such a good time, and I am so happy that we were able to spend a few days with my dad, mom and brother, without a worry in the world :)

Yummy!

My Mom and Lennon at the hotel





Uncle Danny showing Lennon the seals



Walking around the pier

Watching the seals being fed at the Aquarium

Lennon picking out her seahorse toy

Checking out the jelly fish with Uncle Danny

My dad and mom with Lennon

Looking at the giant wall of fish

Playing in the kids room, catching fish









Lennon foot prints

Lennon walking with Matt and my dad

We love you Monterey!

Dancey-Dance

We just got a Flip Camcorder. After Lennon's bath tonight, Matt took her into his office to play some music and this is what happened. We love out naked dancing baby!