Kim & Jay's Wedding

Vegas was a great success and I had such a good time attending Kim & Jay's wedding on 7-7-07!!! I arrived Friday morning after a slight snag with the airline. My flight to Cincy wasn't happening so I had to take a different airline. It wasn't so bad as I did upgrade to first class to have the experience. I thought I would sleep but no such luck. It was nice though and I arrived in Vegas at 10 am PST.
I was able to check into the Wynn when I arrived and then met up with Luann (college roommate). We grabbed a bite to eat and hit the slots. We also went by the pool to say hi to the bride-to-be. It was so hot so needless to say we didn't stick around. We went to go get our pedicures at 3:00. I almost feel asleep, I was so tired (I got up at 5 am EST). Afterwards, I went back to my room to relax and then got ready for the cocktail party.
The cocktail party was really nice. Kim & Jay's mothers put together a video of them that was beautiful. They did a great job. The big surprise of the evening was when Elvis came to give a performance. It was great fun. Prior to that Kim's father gave a wonderful toast that had all the ladies in tears (me included).
The next morning was the big day. Kim's wedding was at 9 am. She looked beautiful. Mallika even made it in time to watch their vows (she landed at 8:45 am so I don't know how she did it). Afterwards, Mallika and I (my date) went back to the room and gossiped. It was so good to see her too. The reception was a brunch at the Wynn Country Club. The club overlooks the golf course where there is an amazing waterfall. It was really nice and everyone enjoyed themselves.
The rest of the day Mallika & I went shopping although no purchases were made and we grabbed some dinner. The evening was topped off with all of us going to Lure (a small club at the Wynn). Overall it was a great day & weekend.

Luann, Me, Kim, Jay & Mallika

Happy 4th of July

What happenings in Vegas

Well you know the rest. I leave Friday morning for a quick weekend to Vegas for my friend's wedding. I am so excited to be able to get away on my own (no kid, no spouse). I am staying at the Wynn (fun) and have a first class ticket courtesy of airline points. Gotta love the husband for that.
Hope to post some pictures upon my return!

Bye Bye Bottle

I know what you're thinking (why is she taking a bottle at 18 months) but I dragged it out and now I will pay the price. Glenn & I have finally put our feet down regarding Ryleigh's evening bottle. NO MORE!!! We gave into her way too much and with our upcoming trip I finally needed to end her dependence on the bottle.
Yesterday morning we put her on the counter and had her take all of her bottles and bottle parts out of her cabinet and into a zip-lock bag. She even said 'bye-bye'. It was bittersweet. When 7 o'clock hit she went running to her cabinet pointing up (this was her means of communicating to us for the past few months that it was Bottle Time). We opened up the cabinet and hoisted her up to show her the bottles were gone. We decided that during this transition we would still allow her milk in a sippy cup. I even warmed it up. She drank about 1/2 of it and decided she was done. We took her up to bed at 8 o'clock not sure if she would wake up and thank goodness she didn't. I think it would have broken our hearts had she and we would have given in to her once again. Tonight will be more interesting because I won't be home to help. I hope she isn't much trouble for Glenn.

If I ever am looking for work...

The Happy Couple

I could become a babysitter! I just had a fun evening watching my friends' infant tonight. My friends, the Lundy's, were celebrating their 2 year anniversary. I thought this would give me some idea what it would be like if Glenn & I opt to have a second child. Needless to say it will be interesting...

When Brendan arrived the three of us went for a wagon ride... pretty uneventful. It was hot and sticky so when we returned we played inside. Or I should say Brendan played. Ryleigh got up on the couch and looked down at Brendan while he ran around the house. When she wanted some peace she decided to hop into her high chair and read some books. She wasn't much for sharing or playing. I had a blast with the little guy and realized how much I forgot about the 11 month old stage. He was a motion machine and orally fixated. EVERYTHING had to be tasted before it could get the Brendan stamp of approval!

I hope to do it again soon even if Ryleigh doesn't seem so interested!
The Not-So-Happy Couple

Here's hoping the mice don't strike again

They have cleared ALL the trees behind our property today. I guess that means the mice will be looking for a new habitat in my home again. I knew this day would eventually come. Now I have a great view of... well you can see what of below.

Now (2007)

Then (2004)

For all you moms

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