my baby's first day of school '10

I've been looking forward to today for weeks now, a little break for me, a lot of fun, learning, and interaction w/ other kids for B, and just some time to get some things done. Its so crazy though, as much as I get excited for the break, the second I drop her off my heart sinks a little. Adam and I both dropped B off at school today and as we said goodbye and started walking out the door I turned to Adam and said "well, thats kinda sad isn't it?" He looked at me and said "not really." Theres a dad versus mom for ya! I didn't get teary per se but I know I could of if I allowed myself to wallow in the hallway for just a moment longer, instead I kept walking out the door. I'm so excited for her, her teacher seems so so nice and I know my girl, the more interaction with other kids -the happier she is. I know 2:30pm will come quickly and she'll be happy as a clam. Sigh. She's growing up. Here she is, my little girl, just an hour ago. Happy 1st day of school, B! xo














(I have a ridiculous lunch box story to share, will tell it in a couple weeks when her "real" lunch box arrives...ay yi yi)

through B's lens

Of course it warms my heart cockles to see B walk around taking photos. Lately she's had an interest in capturing her surroundings with our (very crappy) point n' shoot camera. She takes pictures and says "see mommy, I'm taking pictures just like you!" Pretty darn cute if you ask me. So anyway, of course I don't have any pictures of the house to share just yet but B does! Its so funny to look through her photos after she's been away with the camera for a while, you never know what she's gonna get! She captured Adam today shortly after he got out of the shower, needless to say, that's not making it on the ol' blog. :) Here are some photos of our home, through B's lens ~ enjoy! xo

on tap for today

For the past 2 days I've been meaning to drop some stuff off at the Good Will and to get more paint samples, it hasn't happened so today is the day! I had a guy at my house for over 3 hours yesterday discussing blinds, window treatments, etc.. Can someone PLEASE tell me why window coverings are so much freaking money?!!! Unreal.
Its funny, I have very distinct taste and know what I like but when it comes to making a major purchase/decision....these days, I'm paralyzed with indecision. I think after the whole re-painting of the living room (twice) I'm afraid to "get it wrong." I really need to order a bed, and a new mattress...but for some reason I've gone back and forth in my head a million times over the decision, its getting a little ridiculous.
I currently have "mushroom" colored paint on a large portion of a wall downstairs...maybe this will be "the" color? stay tuned.
Tonight is B's open house at her school, we get to meet her teacher, check out her classroom, etc.. I hope she's nice and that B likes her. Am I a horrible mother b/c I am GIDDY about B starting school next week? I think I'm yearning for some "me" time and to get some projects done. I can tell I'm a little on edge b/c nothing in my house is as it should be, everything is very half done and its making my Type A self a little whacked out.
I'm eager to share photos of my nest with you all but truthfully, there isn't one room thats ready to have its picture taken. I do think the kitchen will be ready for a debut soon, so that will be coming. All other rooms...ay yi yi, keep checking in.
Not much exciting for today, I think B and I will go run our errands and get a cupcake, its what we do best. :) xo

*here are 2 pics of B from Cannon Beach last month

Black Butte '10

I'm waaaaay behind on blogging our annual Black Butte vacation. I hardly touched my camera all week, was too busy lounging at the pool, eating rice krispie treats, and playing sequence. We were missing some Winns so it wasn't quite the same, hopefully a full house next year! Here is a little peek at our time, already looking forward to next year! xo

























































until next year.....