Firsts, Schedules, & Steve Chan
Firsts We’ve had a week of firsts. I had my first pumpkin spice latte of the season. It is a proven fact that the fall season will not commence until Starbucks begins offering this heavenly beverage again. Welcome, fall. We had our first Cowboys game watching party of the year which also entails Mack’s first time wearing his dog football jersey. (By “party” I mean 3 of our friends came over.) He’s gained a little neck weight since last season… Other than the first celebrations of fall this past week, we’ve had other firsts: First month of life completed. Congrats to Beckett. He’s still a little unsure how he…
A letter for Beckett
Hi, baby. Mom here. Guess what? You’re one month old today! I made you a onesie to commemorate this occasion. This month has been an incredibly exciting, emotional whirlwind. One month ago today, we got to look into your sweet eyes for the first time (when they were open…you sleep a whole lot). I still have no idea what I’m doing or how to be a parent to you, but I can’t imagine life without you. We are so proud of you, Beckett, and we still don’t fully know you. I dream about your first words, your first steps, your first day of school…all the way until you graduate with…
Fall Lineup & Bible Study Woes
Fall Lineup There are some seriously great shows coming on this fall. Did you watch New Girl? Very funny. How about Up All Night? Has potential to be very funny. Parenthood? Best show on television since Friday Night Lights is kaput. Of course there’s the oldies but goodies: House, Modern Family, and Parks and Recreation (does not get near enough publicity). Am I missing any? And don’t say The Office. It is dead to me. Oh, of course. Let’s don’t forget Most Eligible Dallas. Just kidding. It’s more than embarrassing to Dallas/Fort Worth residents. And humans everywhere. Bible Study Woes Last week I decided to get serious about finding things…
Owls, Blowouts, & Momisms
My baby will be 4 weeks old tomorrow. How does this happen? This week has been a big one for us. We had our first night out as a family, and I had my first major outing with the babe by myself. This is us at Niki’s Italian Bistro, a classy establishment by our house. By classy I mean it’s in a strip mall, but it has shockingly good food. Beckett slept the whole time, waking only for a few minutes to eat from a BOTTLE! Revolutionary. Momma was reacquainted with her old friend, Mr. Chianti. Perfect first dinner out. Owls We’ve only been out a handful of times, but…
Podophobia, Newborn Difficulties, & Sleep Talk
Podophobia Definition: a typical phobic condition in which you feel disturbed and irritated when you look at feet, touch feet (may be yours or someone else’s) or even talk about feet. You even dislike people coming and touching your own foot. The feeling is unexplainable. (Thanks to Phobia Fear Release for that excellent definition.) My name is Sarah, and I’m a podophobic. It’s true. I have an irrational dislike of feat. I might even consider it a fear of sorts. How do I know I have a problem? I pick up Taylor’s socks with a t-shirt when transporting them to the laundry room. Oh, and I get really sweaty and…
More Searching, Chunker, {Current} Favorite Things
More Searching I love this game…more Google search history. (And I’m mad at you for not sharing yours. I’m vulnerable here.) This one is entertaining to me. Note: many of these searches are done in the wee hours of the morning while I’m up with the babe. I realize this is my own search history, but what does “pink baby” mean? Anyone? Chunker Went to the doctor today. Beckett has gained 1.5 pounds over his birth weight in 15 days. The pediatrician explained to me that I “produced cream instead of skim milk”. I would tell you my secret to quality milk, but then I’d have to kill you. In…
Hospital Deliveries 101, Pediatric Poo, Chronicles of the Sleep Deprived
We’re closing in on week 2 with baby B. JoJo/Momma Ned/Sparkita/Grandma-name-TBD left Friday morning, and we have survived on our own for the past 49 hours. Should be a breeze from here… Much like the Pregnancy 101 post, there is a lot of stuff people don’t tell you when it comes to birthing a child. I’m apparently a big fan of lists, since they appear in all of my posts. Here’s another, regarding surprises surrounding delivery and our hospital stay. Hospital Deliveries 101 Calm Staff. When you go to check in at the hospital, it’s the calmest environment in the world. Everything portrayed in the movies is frantic, so that’s…
