oh beer, I’ve missed you.

I’ve had several chilly beers, and that makes me happy… I think I’ll have another in just a moment.  Quite the silver lining — is it not? — that I obtain such great enjoyment out of non-pregnancy-approved beverages. Kinda feels like I’m drowning my sorrows, but I’m washing them down with Heineken (which is all [...]

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random idea

I finished my quilt top this morning, and am now working on the backing. Bought too much fabric (as usual) — I’m always afraid that I’m not going to have enough, and then end up with way too much. Also bought batting yesterday. I felt very anti-polyester, although I doubt it makes a difference in [...]

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Birdie quilts, babies, & birthdays

UPDATE:
In this post a few days ago, I mentioned that Tiffiney had gone into preterm labor at almost 25 wks. Sadie Mae was born on Saturday, July 4th, at 1lb 8oz, and 12.25in long.  I’ve been stalking facebook obsessively… based on status updates & comments, it appears that all is well with both mother [...]

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oozing productivity

I’ve been ridiculously productive for the last few days. I brought in sprigs of dogwood and pink fluffies off the front yard tree and scattered them through the house…. so it’s spring inside too!
Organized the attic, which was kind of a big deal. There’s now a wide center aisle all the way to the back. [...]

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First sewing lesson & the Maggie

I’ve been full of yuckiness this week, so here’s some variation… the Maggie, of course! She’s very soft-spoken and reserved, as I’m sure you can see in the pictures below. Not animated at all. Ha.

And just for fun, here’s a pic of my first sewing project… a set of pillows for the living room. [...]

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I got off the couch

After two days of marinating in misery, I’ve actually done something today!! Sort of started on 4 of my 15 items, to be exact.

Called and made an appt with Lisa for some hair therapy tomorrow at 2:30pm. Scheduled a cut and color, so I can get rid of the last of my highlights.

Took my maternity [...]

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And on a personal note…

Whew.
Maggie’s party was much easier once I just put my mind in neutral. I mean, really, could we PLEASE have a few more blonde, beautiful children running about?! There were a few dizzy spells, but no cramping, no nausea. One of Jennifer’s friends was pregnant to the point of exploding, and Amy, Tom’s sister, [...]

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September has arrived.

This morning, Dr Hearn confirmed that we’re once again experiencing a pregnancy loss. The embryo, which was clearly defined with a heartbeat two weeks ago, is now a disorganized blob of cells with no activity whatsoever. It appears that soon after the last ultrasound on Aug 18th, the cells “disbanded.” Like a battalion or a [...]

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Yard Sale COMPLETE!!

The yard sale is complete! YES! And we made money! YES! And my dining room has now been reclaimed! YES!
I’m so relieved that it’s over… we haven’t attempted such an event EVER, and I was a bit anxious. We set the tables up last night and covered them on the porch, but all night, I [...]

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The Great Bassinet Decision

I want a bassinet. I know it’s not practical, I know it will only be used for a few months, but I want one. They’re so classic and traditional… like the bed version of a pram. I remember peeking over the side of ours at new-born Jennifer during the first few days after she arrived… [...]

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