Trip to Indy

This last weekend I was in Indianapolis for my sister, Bonnie's bridal shower. I was there Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. This was my first trip since Motherhood without a baby. It was quite nice to fly without having to entertain a little one. The trip was busy and quite short. However, I got to spend time with my family and I had a wonderful time.

Bonnie and Mark, the upcoming bride and groom.
Friday night we went to Red Lobster. It was yummie!

me and Christie at Red Lobster

The Parents

My brother, Matthew and his wife, Carrie

At the shower (me, Bonnie, Christie)

My niece, Cassie

After the shower, my parents and I hit the Noblesville Strawberry Festival. Yummie!

Birthday and What Have I Been Doing Lately

Today I turn 34. I remember when I was younger how old 34 sounded. I really don't feel old at all. I always thought there would be a time when you'd begin to feel like an adult. Still not sure how that feels. I did the same thing when getting married and becoming a mother. I thought I'd feel differently - I don't. I still feel like the same old Jen. I know over the years I've grown and changed and hopefully matured, but I'm still me! I tend to like even years of age, so I'm welcoming 34!!

In my friend, Amy's blog, she listed what she has been doing lately. She asked "What have you been doing lately?" Here is my list...

1. Eating lots of bread products. Those don't make me sick.
   
2. Hugging Lily as much as possible. She is in a loving stage right now.
   
3. Knitting and crocheting when I feel like it. I have a sweater for David to knit, a scarf for Lily to knit and a blanket to crochet. I really just work on these when I'm in the mood. Perhaps 2-3 times a week.
   
4. Wearing lots of Indiana University attire. Not sure what the nostalgia for school is right now, but the last few days I've had on an IU tshirt.
   
5. Digging up old maternity clothes. Not quite ready for them yet, but I do indulge in the maternity pants from time to time. My regular pants are getting a bit tight. However, as I'm blogging, I am wearing regular pants.
6. Not wearing much makeup. The last few weeks I just don't feel like wearing much make up. Today I have on some blemish cover and powder. I used to always wear mascara, but I'm embracing that I can be okay without my "face" on.
   
7. Trying to drink more water.
   
8. Seeing an acupuncturist. It's said that helps with morning sickness. I think it's helping a bit.
   
9. Getting ready for my trip to Indiana. If all goes well, this will be my first trip by myself since becoming a Mother!
10. Taking a break from reading. My last book was the Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger. I really enjoyed it. My next book will probably be The Virgin's Lover by Philippa Gregory.
11. Watching Food Network on Sunday nights. I love Iron Chef America and the Next Food Network Star.
    
12. Overall watching TV less and listening to XMRadio more. It helps that most shows are in re-runs right now.
    
13. Looking for clothing sales for Lily. She is outgrowing her clothes again.
    
14. Laughing more. Lily cracks me up! She has quite the personality.
    
15. Appreciating my husband. He is helping out his parents a lot right now and I don't get to see him as much as I normally do.
    
16. Appreciating my friends. I have girlfriends that I just enjoy spending time with. They are always there for me and I cherish them more than they know.
17. Appreciating my Dad. I was deeply saddened by the death of Tim Russert.
    
18. Practicing quiet. Each night I play a meditation tape to try to end the day on a quiet note.
    
19. Organizing my craft spot. David moved my stamps, knitting, desk and table to the basement to make room for baby #2. I'm working on figuring out my spot down there.
    
20. Listening to Lily jibber jabber instead of napping.
    

So...what have you been doing lately??

Me with my IU shirt

Snoopy

Dad/Babba - this is for you!

My Dad gave Lily a snoopy doll awhile back. She now loves it. She calls him "Poopy". Gotta love it.

Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day to all you Dads out there. I'm lucky to have a wonderful, wonderful Father and an awesome husband who is a great Father.
Today, David, Lily and I went out to breakfast to celebrate. No other big plans today. Hopefully we'll find today a relaxing one.

Lily giving David love at the restaurant this morning

Feeding Daddy

Back in the day

My Dad and I back in 2005 in Kansas City

This week

This week was quite a week for us. David was home working on home projects. He painted the living room and dining room. He put in two sliding screen doors. He did some yard work. He fixed our fence. He moved my craft room from upstairs into the basement in preps for Baby #2. He still has many other things planned for the weekend. I did my best to keep Lily out of his way. Here's a few things we were up to...

Fun time in the sprinklers!

Lily's first beer. Okay okay, it's really an empty bottle of ginger ale.

Picnic time in the front yard!

Miss Betsy and her twin, Karen stopped by for a visit! Lily wasn't too happy to be taken from Daddy for a photo shoot.