Thunder storms, Futons and children at the library

Right now there are lightning flashes that are lighting up the house and thunder claps that are shaking the foundations of our third story place. Very impressive. Hopefully there will be some reason from this and the temperature will settle down a little. The really strange part...the baby must be zonked, she is sleeping right through it. I kinda like the thunder and lightning, when I don't have to be out in it. And, luck me, I currently don't.

We bought a futon! A brand new futon that no one has put in their home before us. It's a nice one too...cherry finish and it has these nifty arms that fold up to little tables. I am very excited. We didn't even have to get the cheap mattress either! So we are now all set for company and only have two big ticket items left to get (a table and a dresser/changing table for Melly... wanna see the one I want? Then click here) We have new bookshelves to replace the broken ones and new desks...*sigh* Our place really feels like home and will feel even more so on Tuesday when they deliver (and set up) our new sofa!!!! I'm so excited I can hardly stand it.

Did I tell everyone that we went and got library cards? I think I did... if I didn't then I meant to... anyway Melly and I went to return a few of the books last week and then I decided to read her a few baby books. But once we got over to the baby area she had other plans. There were several other children already there. So I decided to be friendly...and guess what? I have two phone numbers to call and arrange playdates!!! Look at me trying to make friends. I am going to call one of them in the next few days and try to set up a swimming date with her and her 2 year old daughter. Oh, so exciting. *grin*

Well, I have been writing here in an attempt to not be working on learning stuff for my GRE. (Not that I have a date for it or anything, but I figure if I start studying now it can't hurt.) And yes, my GRE. I am planning on going back to school. I want my MSW (Masters of Social Work). Well, actually I want my LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). So I can be doing the kind of job I want to do instead of a job I have to do. I figure it's about time. I will, hopefully, be applying for the 09-10 school year. But depending on residence stuff, I might have to wait another year. But that won't be so bad... I have a beautiful little baby to watch.

Speaking of which...Melly has started taking a few steps at a time. Mr. C and I sit with our legs open across from each other and entice her to walk across the gap. When she gets there she gets hugs and kisses. I have even seen her attempt a few steps without us around. So I think this is the very beginning of a very mobile child.

And after all that... I'm going back to work. Study, study, study...

A little story

Hey!
Is anyone out there?
This is my story and I'm only telling it once, so settle back and enjoy my moving adventure.

First, I had to help my mommy and daddy pack even thought Grandma and Grandpa D were there because my parents are so slow. I worked really hard. But because of my help, we made it on time.

After all that packing Mommy and I went down to LA to visit Grandma C for a while. We went on lots of walks.

My favorite walks ended up on the beach. Not only was there Grandma and me, there was also sand and water! How did a girl get so lucky?

Sadly, if I stay in the water too long, my feet get all pruney.

My mommy came to the beach too. Just look at my wonderful hat!

Once I got to C, I helped unpack too. It was so warm that I had to work naked.

This baby was brought to you by the letter B.


(As you can all probably tell, the computer desks came, our computer is set up, and I found the camera cable. So I will attempt to take all kinds of pictures of NC for everyone! Cheers!)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR. C!!!

(This posting is a day late, but not a dollar short)

Baby steps

Tonight Miss Melly-Belle took her first step. Which was quickly followed by her plopping down on her bottom. But, not to be daunted, she tried again!

So let's take stock here... we are almost 10 months old and have five teeth and have taken her first steps!

My little brazen baby!

LA time

Grandma C sent us some pictures from our visit to LA. So, until I find my connecting cords and set up the other computer these will have to keep everyone happy. They make me really happy :)

Babyzilla!!!!

So tired...can't stay awake...

Baby motorboat!

Melly has decided that the beach is quite possibly the best thing ever!

Sand and sea, a girl could get used to this.


I hope you all approve of your baby moment. Right now there is a thunder and lightening storm outside and I need to go watch it.

Cheers!

Home is where you hang your pictures

Well we made it. All of our stuff made it. And I should be asleep...but instead I am sending out a blog to everyone in cyberspace.

The move was not without it's problems... The movers destroyed about 75% of our furniture, we are having issues with the mail, and Melly is not taking to all the new places... But when all is said and done, this is good.

Today we went out and found a Bed Bath and Beyond to get some containers for fabric and some bath mats. We also went to Trader Joes! I love trader Joes!!! (Thank you SCNTP!!!!) We had an exciting time driving around in the rain and getting lost. The positive is that we found where we were going with only a little side tracking. And now we know where some stuff is. Double plus good.

Yesterday we took Melly down to the pool for the first time. She seemed to like it. Especially when we let her sit on the top step and splash. My little water baby!!! I also managed to put up mu pictures. (And for those of you who have been to my house know that having my pictures up is very important to me.) So the place is beginning to feel like my home and not just a place to stop by for a while. I love the kitchen! I adore the bathrooms (yes, plural)! and I can't stop this wonderful feeling of happiness when I put dished in a dishwasher. Ah, modern living. No more septic tank for me!

I have lots of very cute baby photos from our stay in LA... Unfortunately the computer on which I can post them is still in boxes. And has to remain so until we get a computer desk. But have no fear... we should be ordering one on Saturday. So hopefully I can post them soon.

And that's all the news from right now. I really should go to bed. It's late and no one really knows when the baby will decide to wake up and need attention.

Cheers!

Moving time

We no longer live in SC. All of our stuff has been packed into a moving van and the cars arrived in C yesterday. I'm down in LA with Melly hanging out at our beach cottage (AKA mom's house!) So the blogging is going to be a little sparse for a while.

Now, the reason I am down in LA right now is that Ms. F is getting married in two weeks... or a little less than that and I want to see her walk down the aisle. Ah yes, it seems a if all of us are getting married, having kids, and being adults. Who thought that would ever happen?

And here is my big THANK YOU to Grandma and Grandpa D!!! I don't think this move wold have been possible without both of you helping!

Cheers,
and have fun this summer.

A series

Welcome to my house. I think there is something out here, want to look with me?

Well, I see something...

Oh! It's Grandma C! How exciting!!!

These pictures were brought to you by the letter M and D and the number 7.

I lied

I have three teeth now! It the top front right tooth! Go me!

Look, no hands!

Goodbyes are hard

On Sunday we had our last BBQ in CA for a while.

Lots of our friends came to see us off.

Unfortunately, Mr. C could not attend as he had to fly to NC first thing on Sunday morning.

He was missed... but a good time was had by all.

Goodbye SC friends...Hello new NC friends!

Road trip

Frustrated by how long moving is taking, Melly decides to plan the trip herself.

And now we return to our story

But first a moment from our sponsor.

These bunny slippers were given to us before Melly was much more than a little tadpole. Her feet have finally gotten big enough to fit in them. Unfortunately, she won't wear shoes when she is awake. So here are some ver cute sleeping baby feet.

Thank you Grandma D


Sorry everyone... I have lapsed on my blogging recently. And I would like to offer an explanation. As everyone knows I was laid off on the 30th so I have been a stay at home mom for the past two weeks... and the part about being a mom has gotten my really busy. I have been doing all the fun things that I didn't get to do with her while I was working. We have gone to the park, the beach, out in the stroller and generally had a lot of quality time. Unfortunately, quality time involves very few naps (which are not taken in the car or on mommy's lap) and by the time she goes to sleep... I am ready to sleep too. (I won't even get into the fun of attempting to type while holding a baby).

Meanwhile we are attempting to get ready for our big move. We now have an apartment and I'll be sending out the address as soon as we sign the lease. It's two beds/two baths and on the third floor. It looks beautiful (in the pictures) and Mr. C is very please with it. The moving van comes on the 28th to take all of our stuff away...however nothing is packed yet because we are having a yard sale this weekend and need to get the stuff out of the house before we can pack the stuff we are keeping. We do have a plan, however...and that involves taking everything that doesn't sell directly to goodwill. It's a good plan.

We also have a good bye BBQ this weekend. Unfortunately plans changed at the last moment and Mr. C has to fly out Sunday morning instead of Sunday night and so he will be missing his BBQ. Which is sad. But luckily for me he will be back in town (with Grandma D and Grandpa D) on Thursday night and so we have three days of packing with help watching the baby before the truck comes. So everything should be just fine. Everything will be just fine.

Our last day in SC is the 28th. And our first day in NC is the 11th of Aug... go figure. More to follow.

Cheers!

Did I say I have one tooth?

What I meant to say was that I have two teeth! One on the bottom right side and one on the top left.

4th of July

I woke up this morning and decided to do a lot of very important things, not only did I crawl across the living room (with my feet and hands on the floor and my butt in the air) but I also can stand by myself for a second or two (after pulling myself up all by myself) but most importantly... I HAVE A TOOTH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For Mr. W

I am the Toy Overlord.

All of these toys belong to me.

And I will eat their guts if they oppose me!

A few more pictures of the party girl

The pre-party meal... TOAST, I LOVE TOAST!!!

Melly discovers bubbles.

Here is Melly wishing the birthday boy many happy returns... Or possibly being really fresh...or trying not to fall over.


Thank you Grandma C for the pictures.

Party time

This weekend Melly went to her first party. It was a birthday party for a little boy who turned 1. It was very exciting.

First we had to dress up in our party dress.

(Thank you Grandma D)

Then we went to Carmel and partied like a rock star. This was our first encounter with bubbles as well.


Birthdays are fun. Let's have another!

What's down there?

Not a picture of my hair...but adorable none the less.

Feeling hot, hot, hot...

What do you do when it gets into the high 90s at your house and you don't have anywhere to escape to?

Cut off all your hair!

That's right I am now sporting a very short hair style...with pictures to come.

Cheers.

Oh yes. And on July 28th there will be a big old moving truck parked in front of our tiny little cottage to take all of our stuff away... We really are moving now. No getting out of it. :)