Let's Go Red Wings

I about had a heart attack during last night's game. Alas, my boy Osgood, let one through. So, we're on for another game. Let's go boys!

We had a busy weekend. Hayden came down with a hefty fever on Friday night and we went to the Doctor on Saturday to find out he had an ear infection. He's acting much better these days, but mom and dad still are recovering from lack of sleep.

We got our new van on Saturday. It's the same as the last one except it is a 2008, which is SO nice. It is like having an old friend back. We're all much more comfortable. I love mini-vans.

We also made a new purchase of a new TV. We've been watching my tv from college, a 20" bad boy. We broke down and got a 32" flat screen, which is like being in a movie theater. It is great.

Robert and I are both very busy at work and seeing each other as we pass in the hallway. It's going to be a busy month with Teresa's visit in a few weeks, Robert's birthday at the end of the month, my parents coming in the beginning of July and Hayden's first birthday the second week of July. Yes, it's been almost a year. Time is going by us too quickly.

Enjoy your week.

Let's Catch Up....

It's been awhile since my last post. I bet you all thought I was having too much fun in Nashville to write. Well, you're correct. We are back and settled from our vacation. We went to Alabama and dropped baby Hayden at my parents and then Robert and I went to Nashville for some time alone. It was so nice. It took awhile for us to stop worrying about the baby, but once we did... we still got it. I thought we'd be in bed by 9pm. Nope. At 9pm we were just getting started, listening to great live music, watching the people, Robert doing his usual "I bet you won't go and introduce yourself to the singer of the band (it gets me every time, his name was Chris Scruggs, the grandson of the legendary Earl Scruggs)." We were at the hotel late enough to be proud, but early enough to miss all the drunk drama that happens when the bars close. We spent the next day catching up on a year and a half of little sleep. I slept most of the next day. Then we went to a nice dinner and headed to the parents for family time. It was good. Though I didn't get to see any of my old friends, it was good to see my parents for a few days. Hayden did so well on the plane and the whole trip really. I was amazed.

We got back in town and realized just how much we missed it. How lucky we are to live in such a great town that we both love. Also, to be able to get in the car the very next day and drive to the beach and hang out. Beautiful. I love Charleston. Hayden got his first haircut this past weekend. Tradition says around their first birthday, but he is Robert and my child, you know he's got enough hair to provide comb overs for all the Donald Trump look-a-likes! He did well and looks so much like a little boy now. About 6 weeks until his first birthday, if you can believe that. I can't. I don't know where the time has gone. All I know is now I have this tall baby that is crawling faster than I can catch and trying to walk. It's amazing.

Tomorrow is the month anniversary of the death of Jackie. A month since the accident. I still don't have a car though we're getting very, very close. I think (and hope) we should get one this weekend. I'm getting a van just like the other one, but a 2008. Same color, same everything. This one will not be named Onasis as I thought. Robert wants to start off the new van right and not be reminded of Jackie. So, the new one has been named Caroline by Robert. Very fitting. I love that he humors me with the naming of my cars. I love that man.

We're heading in to summer. We reached 90 degrees yesterday and supposed to be 94 on Saturday. Yes, we're heading to the beach this weekend. Did I mention I love Charleston? My best friend Teresa has just purchased her tickets for the Jones' Inn for 10 whole days! I couldn't be more excited. I think the last time we were together for that long was when we went to Europe while in college. Let's hope we have great adventures, but not as wild as those in Europe. God, that was a great trip.

Anyway, that is the update for now. I miss you all. Oh! I almost forgot. Congratulations to Brandon and Susie Petri. They welcomed a little boy this week, Connor Petri. What a blessing. I hope you get some sleep and don't miss a thing!

On Rotation

The weather is warm, the sun is shining and I'm getting some new music. Here is what I downloaded today. Enjoy.

Gwen Stephani- Sweet Escape
Otis Redding- How Strong my love is
TV on the Radio- Province
The Police- So Lonely
Dave Matthews Band- Christmas Song
Foo Fighters- The Pretender
Van Morrison- That's Entrainment

Side note: Congratulations to my dear friend who showed me all of California. I am thrilled that the stork will be visiting you soon. I know all....scary isn't it?

New Memories

With all that has happened behind us- we went to the beach. The weather is beautiful at around 83 degrees each day. The humidity hasn't really kicked in yet, so it's perfect beach weather. Hayden loved every minute of it and loved eating the sand, crawling around and watching the waves. Here are a few photos from our first beach trip of the summer. You can't forget old memories if you never make new ones.

On a Lighter Note

Hayden and Kudzu are best friends.

Thank you, Jackie!

They've declared her a total loss and we have to get a new car. Thank you, Jackie, for literally saving our lives.

Recovering

The last few days have been a blur. I'm very sore and tired, but recovering. My eye looks worse (the airbag nailed me) yesterday, but today it's not as bad. Hayden is completely fine and though we've found a few scratches on him, he's acting like himself. Crawling everywhere, opening things he shouldn't and keeping a tired mom very busy. When I asked Robert last night what he wanted to do this weekend, he said, "rest, relax and stay out of trouble." Agreed. It's been a wild week and I'm glad it's coming to a close.

We do thank God that is wasn't worse and though when it is you, you feel like it's the most horrific thing, but I know that there are others reading this blog that either them or their loved ones have been through worse. We're thanking God that we walked away unhurt.

I hope you all had a better week and have a great weekend.