- For starters, my husband started a blog. Seriously, I think it's so cute that he did this. I guess my years of blogging made him curious. He is in law enforcement and enjoys competitive shooting with the occasional hunt. He's started a blog for shooting enthusiasts, so if you know a guy who is into that kind of thing, forward him on to Shooter's Digest.
- This whole Black Friday starting at midnight is completely crazy to me. What happened to setting aside a day to give thanks and not go crazy at the stores? I feel bad for the store employees who have to work at Wal Mart all day and not get their holiday off. In the past few years my mom and I have thoroughly enjoyed going shopping early on Black Friday and having our annual Chick Fil A breakfast. If you want a good deal, I guess you need to get in line at 9 pm on Thanksgiving day to even cut a break. No thanks.
- We went to the pediatrician last week for Miss Fussy and the pediatrician has cut dairy out of my diet in case Avery has an allergy. She even wants me to eliminate whey, casein, and soy which are in basically everything. I'm going to abstain from dairy products but if there's a bit of whey in something, oh well. I gave up sugar and carbs for three months due to the gestational diabetes and now I'm giving up dairy. Right before the holidays. I guess you'll do anything for your children.
- I'm not sure how I feel about Kelly Ripa without Regis. It's different to see her in Regis' seat and how the opening credits are only pictures of her.Do you think she can hold the show on her own? And who do you think her co-host should be? I always thought she and Jeff Probst were hilarious together.
- We are going on our first official date night tonight to Juleps in downtown Richmond. This date was supposed to occur on Friday night but we neglected to make reservations and of course they were booked. My parents came over on Friday and we ended up going to Chili's and Barnes and Noble on our own. It was nice to get out for a bit. I'm looking forward to a really nice dinner tonight.
- Do you watch The Sing Off? I'm truly amazed by the talent of these performers. I'm kind of sad that Afro Blue was voted off and that Urban Method is still there.
- Avery actually slept well last night. Praise the Lord! She went down around 10, woke up at 1 and 3 to feed and went back down until 7. Mama is so happy for nights like this. If only she would not be so fussy during the day. I think she's got colic. The cry is truly incessant unless someone is holding and rocking her. Even then it's a struggle to get her to sleep. I hear it gets better but right now I feel like we are never going to get over it.
- On Thanksgiving we are going to Justin's parents for brunch and then I'm taking Avery to my parents for a late lunch. He has to work on Thanksgiving but at least he's off for Christmas. At my parents I plan on handing her over to Nonni and then I'm headed upstairs to nap on their amazing Tempurpedic mattress. Can.Not.Wait.
What are your plans for Thanksgiving? Do you stay home or travel to visit family? Happy Tuesday friends.
10 comments:
Loving reading your posts, simply because I'm sure it's a bit of foreshadowing for my life soon (we're expecting our first any day). We bought things to prepare a Thanksgiving feast in the event the kiddo hasn't graced us with his presence yet... so it's just the two of us. Glad your hubby gets to be home for Christmas though :-)
Hang in there! The crying will become less and less. Julia was the same way. It felt like it might be like that forever, but it was just a phase that eventually passed. Have a great first Thanksgiving as a family of three! :)
It does get better I promise!! And I am beginning to think our husbands are on the same squad. He is in law enforcement and working Thanksgiving day but off Christmas too. I would much rather him be off Christmas anyway. And feel free to stop by my blog anytime with any mommy questions. Not that I'm an expert or anything, but I do have 3 babies of my own and love having other mommy bloggers to ask advice from:)
I love your honesty but I promise it gets easier! It's just a season of your life and next Thanksgiving you will barely remember what those sleepless nights were like! You're doing great. Major props to you on cutting all of that out of your diet...I gave up and switched to formula:) Happy Thanksgiving!
A surprise, midweek post! Yah! I am so excited!! Glad you and your husband are getting out a little. It's important to get some adult time and talk to someone who understands and talks back. :) We have an almost 13 month old son and are going to my husband's side of the family for an Thanks giving lunch and then to my parents for dinner. 2 great meals in one day.... big sacrifice I know! I am pregnant with number 2, so I will enjoy the great food! Take care and keep resting. So glad to hear Avery is sleeping well. Take Care! Sara
Nice to see you have some quiet time to yourself :) I love that Justin started his own blog! So cute!
We are spending Thanksgiving at my Mom's house with the rest of my family. Definitely looking forward to a good meal. Would love to get with you and do lunch sometime soon!
I had to go dairy free 3 years ago (amongst other food allergies)...it is hard but there are lots of alternatives at health food stores now. You should be safe with lots of vegan options (they even make vegan cream cheese and lots of vegan desserts). If you need to have a sweet fix, coconut milk ice cream is pretty good, and newmans own makes wheat-free, dairy-free newman o's cookies (like oreos). Earth Balance sells an awesome soy-free, dairy free butter alternative. I use that and olive oil a ton.
If your eating out, just make sure to ask if things are cooked in butter and if so, ask if the butter can be substituted with olive oil. That is probably the trickiest part because lots of things are cooked in butter in restaurants. I usually just choose what I want off an online menu and then call before hand to see if there are any issues.
If you need any more suggestions, just send me a message :) You are an awesome mommy with a beautiful daughter and you'll get through this :) Hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
I feel the same way about black friday. I didn't care to work it either when I worked in retail.
I hope you had a great first thanksgiving with sweet Avery!
I miss Regis on LIVE! I would love to see her husband as her co host or Duggie Houser! He does a great impersonation of Regis. He has been on there all week with Kelly! My second choice would be Bryant Gumbel!! Jeff Probst is too stuck on himself.
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