Sunday, January 30, 2011

Random Thoughts-Sunny Style

So we are officially in the swing of things here for winter semester. I guess I should say we're finally in the swing of things since January is almost gone. I love having a schedule and so does Henry. So here are some thoughts I need to unleash from my brain. I can notice when I haven't been blogging aka journaling enough because I become overwhelmed by these tiny little thoughts that just need somewhere to go. And here we go:

-Does anyone else feel bummed when regular scheduled tv shows are interrupted for whatever reason? It was a little sad to peruse hulu and find no new shows for the week. Sad.

-We were at Barnes and Noble the other day and I started flipping through this book and I am obsessed. If you need clever but aesthetically pleasing ideas for kids crafts and projects, this is the book for you. So awesome. Mid century design meets kid friendly things. Plus you get to learn about notable artists and architects from history. I think I might be buying this soon.

-I never told you guys my new year's resolutions. Partly because I don't want to blatantly fail out here on the internet and partly because I am lazy. So far I have made valiant efforts at being healthier (22 points a day!) and working out (wii fit rocks!) and eating dinner at the table instead of on the couch watching tv. I'm also reading more and Henry and I attend story time at the library as a new outlet for learning and social interaction. Its been great. So we'll see how far I continue but if you happen to see me in a few months time and don't look any fitter, please don't say anything.

-I have been developing lots of new designs for my shop. I am really excited about this as I love doing new things. I have been playing with lots of different textiles and some things that are a little more abstract. So check it out. This is one of my new faves, the Penelope Pillow Cover. Why Penelope? because burnt edged ruffled abstract design pillow cover just seemed like too much of a title. Don't you think? And no I didn't mean for the picture to be so HUGE!

-It is warm here. Like really pleasant. Yesterday I sat outside reading on our deck with an iced beverage. The sun was shining and I was wearing jeans and a t-shirt. I also experienced that momentary blindness you get from being outside in the sun and then coming inside where it feels like a cave. Today I am going for a walk. Hooray for lovely weather and being outside in it.

-Steve officially received his Master's Thesis in the mail and his diploma. So proud of my especially studious husband!

-Henry finally got his first tooth! 13 months. He is doing pretty well with it. Sleeps through the night and everything. Do we have the dream child or what? He also officially weighs 20 lbs now so he can front face in his brand new big boy car seat. On the way to church today he was loving it-well to be honest he looked a little dubious but he'll learn to love it. He looks like such a grown up little man in it, its startling. Where is my baby boy? Well, I''ll tell you where he is. He is in his crib with his leg stuck between the rails wailing. A baby still with nap time ruined. That's Sunday for you.

Okay that's it for now. I feel a lot better. More to come this week, including some recent thrift store finds and the prettiest gold $300 shoes. Interest piqued?

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Arizona Inspiration

So this is my final post about our trip to Arizona. (I know what you're all thinking, stop this madness!) Just kidding. Anyway, I have been super crafty and productive of late and I have lots to show you but for now, one last glimpse at AZ.

The first time I went to Arizona I thought it was one of the ugliest places I'd ever been. I know it is Steve's favorite place but seriously, the desert is just not my thing. I did enjoy seeing live cacti up close and that's about it.

Well this time I really had more time to enjoy it and see past all the brown. Since the weather was so nice I was able to go for plenty of walks and there is something about slowing down and walking that really alerts your aesthetic to things that you are blind to while driving. While this is true in any location, it is especially true in Tempe. For the first time I noticed how beautiful the desert can be. Bright blue skies, terra cotta stucco and red bushes. Vibrant green cacti with white accents. Subtleties in pale green and tan. It was lovely. What I also noticed was the best looking yards and landscapes tried to utilize the natural elements of the desert. They weren't trying to fool anyone into thinking we're not in Arizona anymore. I mean who are you kidding. Although green grass always looks so alive, dead grass just looks sad.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Henry: The Pianist

Henry loved Nana's piano. The funny thing was he probably thought he was doing something wrong but he wasn't. Like he was up to no good. Being a monster. But we all thought it was adorable.

Doesn't he look so tiny?

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Henry's Friends Dance


Do you think we watch Friends too much? Or do you think Henry just loves to dance?

Sorry about my shaky camera skills.

Monday, January 17, 2011

Kyrene del Norte



The weather was gorgeous for the first half of our trip so daily walks were a necessity. One day we walked over to Steve's elementary school and did a little swinging. I tried to get a nice silhouette with the setting sun in the background. Hard to do with the movement of the swing but I love the way the first shot turned out. And I realize I always show pictures of Henry swinging but its just so easy to get him to smile this way without the binky in his mouth.

These pictures make me miss spring.

Saturday, January 15, 2011

I Think I'm in Love



I spotted this on etsy the other day and just thought it was too perfect not to share. Maybe it is how I would like to envision Steve and I's relationship.

This might have to be purchased. Print by etsy seller rosiemusic.

This one is probably more realistic though. Sad.

Have a great weekend everyone. Three days!

Friday, January 14, 2011

Henry: The Weapon of Mass Destruction


Look out books! Here he comes! And he can even manage to get out of his pants and one sock.