Thursday, April 28, 2011

{my little model}

Addie is definitely into being in front of the camera these days. I recently ordered this Freckles + Kitty dress for her from Totsy. She insisted on going out "in the big yard" (aka backyard) and taking some photos. So here ya have it! :)










Monday, April 25, 2011

{hi there!}

Yes, I'm still alive. I've obviously got a LOT of catching up to do, but here's a few pictures from yesterday morning's Easter Egg hunt to hopefully tide all 3 of you that actually read this thing over...






Wednesday, March 30, 2011

{wordless wednesday}


Friday, March 25, 2011

{music friday}

Adele - Set Fire to the Rain



I let it fall, my heart
And as it fell, you rose to claim it
It was dark and I was over
Until you kissed my lips and you saved me
My hands, they were strong, but my knees were far too weak
To stand in your arms without falling to your feet

But there's a side to you that I never knew, never knew
All the things you'd say, they were never true, never true
And the games you'd play, you would always win, always win

But I set fire to the rain
Watched it pour as I touched your face
Well, it burned while I cried
'Cause I heard it screaming out your name, your name

When laying with you I could stay there
Close my eyes, feel you here forever
You and me together, nothing is better

'Cause there's a side to you that I never knew, never knew
All the things you'd say, they were never true, never true
And the games you's play, you would always win, always win

But I set fire to the rain
Watched it pour as I touched your face
Well, it burned while I cried

'Cause I heard it screaming out your name, your name
I set fire to the rain
And I threw us into the flames
When we fell, something died
'Cause I knew that that was the last time, the last time

Sometimes I wake up by the door
That heart you caught must be waiting for you
Even now when we're already over
I can't help myself from looking for you

I set fire to the rain
Watched it pour as I touch your face
Well, it burned while I cried
'Cause I heard it screaming out your name, your name
I set fire to the rain
And I threw us into the flames
When we fell, something died
'Cause I knew that that was the last time, the last time, oh
Oh, no
Let it burn, oh
Let it burn
Let it burn

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

{wordless wednesday}


Tuesday, March 22, 2011

{party, party!}

I will post a Birthday Party Recap as soon as I get a free moment to upload the pictures.

It was definitely an interesting day...let's just say it went from a planned outdoor Pink & Purple Princess party extravaganza to an indoor glow in the dark Monster Mini-Golf party at the last minute due to the nightmare of a rain storm!

Here's a picture of Addison & one of her BFFs, Emily, that I stole from her Mom's Facebook page. I can't believe how grown up they look! Ack!


And here is a video that my Dad took of her party:



See you soon with all of the details! :)

Friday, March 18, 2011

{3}

Today our sweet Addison turns 3! It's very hard to believe that it's already been that long since she's graced us with her presence.

Every day she has us in awe of something new that she's either saying or doing. She is so smart. Her vocabulary is exploding. She loves to entertain and be the center of attention. She is hilarious. She also has a big heart.

She is the best gift we could ever receive.

Happy Birthday to our Addison Kimberly. We love you to the moon and back!


{music friday}

Ingrid Michaelson - Everybody



We have fallen down again tonight,
In this world it's hard to get it right.
Trying to make your heart fit like a glove,
What you need is love, love, love.

Everybody, everybody wants to love,
Everybody, everybody wants to be loved.
Oh oh oh, oh oh oh

Happy is the heart that still feels pain,
Darkness drains and light will come again.
Swing open up your chest and let it in,
Just let the love, love, love begin.

Everybody knows the love
Everybody holds the love,
Everybody folds for love.
Everybody feels the love,
Everybody steals the love,
Everybody heals with love.

Oh oh oh
Just let the love, love, love begin

Just let the love, love, love begin

Thursday, March 17, 2011

{an irish blessing}

May your thoughts be as glad as the shamrocks,

May your heart be as light as a song,

May each day bring you bright, happy hours,

That stay with you all the year long.

~

Happy St.Patrick's Day!


On this eve of her 3rd birthday, my little Irish Princess was a little less than cooperative this year so I had slim pickings to work with! Hope you enjoy and have a great St. Patty's Day!


And for fun, here's our pictures from 2009 & 2010.

Sunday, March 13, 2011

{meet emmitt}

Our family has grown by 4 paws!

Meet Emmitt, the newest member of our family. We got him from a local animal rescue group. He's an 8 week old Australian Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix. He's a cuddly love and we are looking forward to him being with us for a very long time! :)




Thursday, March 03, 2011

{it's her birthday month}


Wow! It's already March, and in 15 days my sweet baby girl will be 3! Who let that happen?

It's been pretty quiet here on the blog front lately, and for that I apologize. Life happens. I get lazy and forget the camera. I do take a photo daily and post it up on our Project 365 site though if you're just itching for some recent pictures.

Nothing too exciting has been going on, but enough to keep us busy. The party plans are in full effect and there will be a Princess Extravaganza to celebrate the birthday girl's special day....so check for that in a few weeks. :)

image via

Friday, February 25, 2011

{music friday}

Gregory Alan Isakov - Big Black Car



you were a phonograph, i was a kid
i sat with an ear close, just listening
i was there when the rain tapped her way down you face
you were a miracle…i was just holdin your space

well time has a way of throwing it all in your face
the past, she is haunted, the future is laced
heartbreak, ya know, drives a big black car
swear i was in the back seat, just minding my own

and through the glass, the corn crows come like rain
they won’t stay, they won’t stay
for too long now

this could be all that we know..
of love and all.

well you were a dancer, i was a rag
the song in my head, well was all that i had
hope was a letter i never could send
love was a country we couldn’t defend.

and through the carnival we watch them go round and round
all we knew of home was just a sunset and some clowns

well you were a magazine, i was a plane jane
just walking the sidewalks all covered in rain
love to just get into one of your stories
just me and all of my plane jane glory


Thursday, February 24, 2011

{sushi lover in training?}

Tuesday night a good friend was in town and wanted to meet for dinner, so we loaded up and headed to one of our favorite spots, Tokyo Garden.

Addison was enamored with the chopsticks. Aunite Anaya came along with us, and was teaching her the fine art of using them. They gave her a cheater set and she was eating her rice like a pro!

I shot a little video of her doing her thing. She's so awesome!


Monday, February 14, 2011

{happy valentine's day}

I'm definitely slacking this year. I just had a quick minute to snap a picture today before we hopped into the car and were off to Preschool.

Hope your Valentine's Day is filled with love & chocolate! :)

Friday, February 11, 2011

{music friday}

Coblie Caillat - I Do


Tuesday, February 08, 2011

{i want to ride my bicycle, i want to ride my bike}

As I was editing these pictures of Addison riding her bike, Queen's s Bicycle Race was running through my head....which is probably while I gave them a vintage feel.



Anyway, the weather has been warming up and it's been staying light longer in the evenings so we've finally been able to go on bicycle rides! She loves her bike!










Monday, February 07, 2011

{soccer star}

On Saturday evening, Addison had her first soccer class. It was cuteness overload, that's for sure.

She and Daddy had a great time and are looking very forward to next week's class.
















Friday, February 04, 2011

{catching up}

Illness has hit our household like a ton of bricks as of late. I battled Tonsillitis last week, now Karl has something very similar to pneumonia and Addison has had a cold that just won't quit for the past few weeks.



The plan this weekend is to chill out at home, get things cleaned up and in order. My house is a wreck, laundry's piled high and the cupboards & fridge are looking scarce. This is definitely not the weekend to go near a grocery store, but I have no choice. :)

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Addison starts her soccer class tomorrow evening, so I'm really looking forward to seeing how she does with that! Have no fear...I'm bringing the camera! LOL Hopefully I'll be able to get some of those up this weekend.

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Karl & I have really stepped up our dieting & exercising efforts since the beginning of the year and we're seeing great results. He's been hitting the gym every morning at 5am, and I've recently discovered Spinning. I love it! It's such a great workout!

I've also subscribed to a meal planning service that has been a great help to us! E-Mealz only costs $1.25/week, and they do everything for you! I get to print out an awesome menu each week that is complete with instructions for preparing and a shopping list. It makes dinner time in our house so much easier and cuts our grocery bill down a ton because we're only buying what we need. I highly recommend checking it out if you're interested. There are several different plans that they offer that should work for everyone!

E-MEALZ EASY AND DELICIOUS DINNER RECIPES

Monday, January 31, 2011

{part of your world}

My little Karaoke Princess belting it out. Excuse the coughing towards the end. Notice the comments she makes through out and the hand in the air...hilarious! Love her to pieces!

Friday, January 28, 2011

{music friday}

P!nk - Glitter in the Air