Spring Trends

I love the spring time for many reasons. One being the fashions that grace the runway. This year, I am loving the neutral, earthy tones worn with just a pop of color. Bring on the warmer weather!

(Top to Bottom: Paul & Joe Sister, Lanvin, One Vintage, Michael Kors, Proenza Schouler, J. Crew, Alice+Olivia)
all found at Net-A-Porter

mother nature, huh?

Dear What To Expect The First Year,

I found it weird, actually completely absurd, when you made this bold statement in the chapter about the 8th month of a baby's life. "If it feels good, humans do it (true). Which is what Mother Nature banked on when she created genitals...." What? What you said is true about genitals (ew), although I hate your word choice. Let's be serious, I think most people, Christian or not, believe a God created people and He was not a She. I know you were trying to be all PC, but that's just lame. I've heard people refer to "mother nature" in the context of weather, and I just blow it off. "When she created genitals", really? I'll be honest, I don't like you as much anymore. Too bad you have sold 7 million copies or something. Let's just not let it happen again.

No longer your fan,

Steph

mother nature

family portraits

Salado, TX November 2009

da da da

Hudson's first sound was "na na na na". Then, he added "da da da" to his vocab. He pretty much dropped the na nas completely and constantly says da da now. I never get sick of it though! And neither does Jason who thinks that Hudson is actually calling out for him. We spent last week in College Station with my parents. The best part about being there was getting to enjoy the snow for a day! I didn't take Hudson out in it because he doesn't have a coat. Maybe next year we'll get some more snow.

grandmother's house

parent's house

backyard

playing with granddaddy's beard


homemade cocoa


relaxing on the couch


just cute

Hudson is so close to crawling. He can get on to all fours from his tummy and from sitting. Then, he rocks back and forth. He gets frustrated really easily and starts crying. It's really pitiful.
We had stopped playing in our jumparoo when we got a walker. Last week, we brought out the jumparoo again and it was like it was a new toy. He jumps really high and fast while squealing and smiling. Well, I guess he gets tired really fast because Twice now he has fallen asleep while jumping. I won't realize it though because from the other room I can hear him bouncing. But he's asleep! It's hilarious. So, I get him out and put him in his crib and he stays asleep.
And we got a big boy car seat (about 2 months overdue)! My mom got us the Britax Marathon just like cousin Will, Asher, and Addie have. He likes it ok. I think he just needs to get used to it. Hudson has expanded his diet since my last post. He likes his squash, sweet potatoes (also with turkey or corn), mixed veggies, bananas, pears, apples, blueberries, peaches, apricots. He did not seem to like avocado the first time I tried, but we'll try it again.

That's all on Hudson updates. We are all doing great here. Jason is busy at work, but doing very well. I'm already counting down until April 15 and crossing my fingers for a beach vacation.

da da da + Georges acheive WARP SPEED in tiny apt**

This past Sunday, the 28th of February, in the year two thousand ten, tiny Hudson Gray George became the youngest human ever to acheive warp speed. The events unfolded during a routine diaper change. The aforementioned Hudson Gray George, hereafter known as HGG or Huggy, capitalized on his da da's momentary lapse of continuous attention on Huggy. HGG was laying on his back, receiving his usual diaper change treatment, and enjoying the laughable moments of having his tummy blown on. THEN, in less than a fraction of a thought of a nanosecond, laughter was suddenly fussing. The transition from laughter to fussing was unnoticeable to the naked eye or ear. But da da, equipped with his patented "What happened?"© gauge, recorded Huggy's transition. Since the patented technology employs a proprietary unit of measure, I won't bore you with the actual measurement - but be assured, it was definitely warp speed. When compared to the amount of time it took for the light from the light bulb in Huggy's room to meet my eye, I declare with confidence, its definitely FTL* status. It may not be official because there weren't any Guiness Book witnesses around, but let it be known that the George's, more specifically Huggy, have achieved warp speed.

Some have asked, "What motivates a young strapping lad like Huggy to push his raw talent to such a degree?" Why spend countless diaper changes focused on achievement, thereby squandering an otherwise excellent tummy blow? If Huggy had spent more time working on his talking and/or typing skills, he'd tell you he's trying to get an early start on rewriting the pre-K record books. Now that he's become the youngest to achieve warp speed, he's shifting his focus to stinkiest diapers - eating only sweet potatoes, squash and lentils. With only a few cousins considered to have the similar genetic advantage and drive to compete, he figures his chances are good to stake his claim on stink.

That said, da da needs to work on his proprietary stink gauge - so til next time.

*faster than light
**Disclaimer: While Stephanie has not granted consent for the above text, the undeniability of Huggy's claim has led us (corporate speak for 'me') to pirate her below picture post and set the record straight. Furthermore, there was a small leak as to the content of above text prior to hitting the press, and the opposing party has issued a blanket disapproval on the grounds that this claim is stupid and that stupid was allowed far too much liberty with the contents of this post. WE obviously disagree.

my love

My sweet hubs made us reservations a month ago to one of my favorite restaurants here in Houston-Ruggles. It's a special place to us because we had dinner there on our honeymoon before departing to Maui. Located in the heart of Montrose in a little old house, dim lights, eclectic decor, to die for desserts. We had a lovely time together and actually only talked about Hudson once. It was nice because we did not feel rushed by the staff and ended up spending almost 3 hours there. The restaurant was not all geared up for V-day with cheesy decor and a set menu either, thank goodness.


I know what some people say about Valentine's. That it's commercialized and silly and that your husband should love you and shower you with chocolates year round..blahblahblah. Well, guess what? Mine does. We just used the day as a fun excuse to get dressed up and go out to a nice dinner! And you know what else? I waited 22 years to have a date for Valentine's, a rose, or for a guy to even like me. I waited 22 years for a boyfriend. He was my first and my last. And he is now my husband. I am so thankful for the way the Lord protected me all that time. Jason is amazing. He loves the Lord with all his heart, works so hard for his family, serves me so well, and is gentle, patient,kind and wise. Watching him with our Hudson is precious. So, to my first Valentine. I love you, Jason!

just for laughs