Weekend Goodness

My parents came over on Saturday to help Dan move the cables and internet stuff out of the nursery and into the living room. Now we just need to update the inside, shelves, and hardware on this cabinet thing and it will be beautiful! 

Alli and I went over to Sarah's on Saturday night for treats, snacks, and hanging out. It was a fun evening! And it might be the last time we were able to get together before the baby is born!

Chrysanthemum was just so comfy this morning :)

The diapers have been washed and organized!

Chrysanthemum had such a snuggly day today.
I spent the day cleaning. . . and now I'm wiped out!
Dan worked on the dining room table he's building for us.
Now, it's time to relax!

Only four more school days until spring break!

Weekend Goodness!

What a busy week! 

On Tuesday and Wednesday, I had to stay late after school to help interview potential subs for when I go on maternity leave. I was too tired to do anything but get my stuff ready for the next day, eat, and go to bed by the time I got home from school. 

Dan and I had part one of two birth classes on Thursday. I had to rush home from school and then we had to leave right away for the class. We didn't get home until about 9:30 and I pretty much went to bed as soon as I could. Aside from specific information on where to check in when I'm in labor and practicing different laboring positions, I didn't really learn anything new. The focus of the first class was what to expect during the different stages of labor. I've always been really interested in birth and babies, so I've known what to expect in a typical birth for a while. 

The instructor of the class did a good job of keeping the partners involved and letting them know what they can do to help along the way- such good information for Dan :) We're going to learn more about medical interventions next week- I have a basic understanding of these but not as much background knowledge as I do on birth, so this part should be helpful. Only about 2 months until our little one makes her appearance! Woah! 

I made a bunch of little french toast bites for breakfast on Saturday morning.
And I did taxes. . . which I secretly think are kind of fun.  I know- I'm weird :)
I use turbo tax and like answering the questions. And I get money at the end. 

My mom and dad came over to drop off the glider they got us for a baby gift!
Putting the glider in the living room ended up taking way more work than I anticipated.
The chair was too big for the set up we originally had, so after rearranging the furniture many (many) times, we finally came up with something that worked! This is an 'after' picture. I didn't take a before picture (because I didn't think I would need one).

This is also a partial 'after' picture. We moved the tv from he stand to the mantel- I felt like it was a baby death-trap down low. Now all I need to to do is find a new coffee table (the rusty metal wheels I found at a barn sale were also a death trap for a crawling and/or teething baby) and find some sort of bookshelf or two to go in front of the fireplace. 

I went to World Market for tea (which I got).
I ended up getting a few boxes of botan rice candy.
 I may or may not have eaten all of them in the car in the way home. . . 

Chrysanthemum sleeps either right by my side or on top of me every night almost all night. 

I stayed up too late and woke up too early on Sunday. I vacuumed the house and did a few loads of laundry before Sarah, Steph, Alli, and I got a delicious brunch. I organized some baby clothes, scrubbed the floors, cleaned the bathroom, and cleaned the baseboards in the kitchen when I got home (nesting, anyone?). Dan is making me rest now :)

Maggie is always up for snuggle time. 

Weekend Goodness

Nella, Maggie, and I had a late night snuggle session on Friday night while Dan watched a creepy movie. 

We got a vacuum as a belated wedding gift this weekend! I was super excited and went a little vacuum crazy. There is not a piece of hair nor speck of dust to be found anywhere in this house now! Haha! 

My mom, Meagan, Molly, and I got brunch and talked about baby shower things on Saturday. 

And then Dan and I went to my school holiday party Saturday night. We got there about an hour after is started and were really worried that it was going to be a terrible party (hence the horrible work party snapchat screen shot). It was almost silent when we walked in the room and everyone was sitting at tables. Luckily not long after we go there, they started playing music, we had some food (and a few cupcakes) and played a white elephant gift game thing. It ended up not being horrible!
We went to Dan's mom's house afterwards- she was having an winter indoor block party. We stayed a little longer than anticipated and I was a very tired girl when we got home. Another busy, yet fun, Saturday!

It snowed a good amount on Saturday night/ Sunday. I made some "snow ice cream" (snow, milk, sugar, vanilla) with some nice, fluffy snow :)
And even though it was probably not the best idea, Dan and I went to Target- I was feeling super anxious about getting our house ready for the baby and felt like we needed to stock up on some things- nesting is definitely kicking in around here! 

We spent the rest of Sunday relaxing.

Weekend Goodness

Homemade granola!
It made our house smell so cozy. 

Blackberry pancakes  for dinner
Mmmmm! 

Snuggly kitten on a snuggly blanket 

Curtain fabric for the baby's room :)
I want to paint the dresser/changing table a dark reddish-orange. 

Custard on a 15 degree day! 

Nella thinks she's a tiny puppy still. 

And the Packers won today! Dan was very happy.

Weekend Goodness

We had another busy weekend. . .

Dan and I registered for baby things! We went to BuyBuy Baby where Dan had fun scanning to his hearts desire :) and we registered for some things on Amazon too. I was really excited to register for things but I wasn't sure how much fun Dan would have registering. He really liked it! 

I've been on a cereal kick lately.
And a Serial kick too.
If you haven't been listening to the Serial podcasts by This American Life, I definitely recommend them! 

We took Maggie and Nella to the dog park Sunday morning. They always have so much fun running around and playing with the other dogs :) 

After the dog park, we went to get our Christmas tree! While we were searching through the trees, we found a perfect little bird's nest on a branch. 

Chrysanthemum's new favorite toy is the Christmas tree and it's decorations. She has been occupied batting at ornaments, biting needles, drinking from the tree stand, and snuggling on the tree skirt all afternoon/evening long! 

Weekend Goodness

Dan and I babysat our nieces on Friday night :) 

I love when she makes this little face so much! 

Pancakes with honey for breakfast!
Mmmmmm

I was busy cleaning in the morning and lay down on our bed to rest for a minute.
Nella, Maggie, and Chrysanthemum joined me for a surprise nap and Dan took this picture :) 

We celebrated my friend Steph's birthday on Saturday-
This was the only picture I took :(
But it was of the first snowfall that stuck! :)
Happy birthday, Steph! 

I made a prefect batch of chocolate chip cookies. 

Maggie found a new spot to (try to) get comfortable :) 

On our way to my parents' house to watch the Packer game.

Maggie is obviously a Packer fan. Nella can't handle that responsibility yet :) 

It's going to be another busy week this week! I have a cake to frost and deliver, a dress to shop for, and Pat and Emily's wedding this weekend!

Weekend Goodness

My cousin is having a baby girl pretty soon! She has 2 boys already, so she didn't need a complete baby shower. Instead, she had a 'sprinkle' to get a few girl things :) 

Snuggly little kitten

Sometimes you can't pass up dessert :) 

It felt a little like fall in our house today- hot chocolate was in order. 

I made crepes for dinner. I spread a little lemon curd on mine and sprinkled them with powdered sugar.
Dan put nutella and banana slices in his. 

One of the best smells is warm banana bread (with chocolate chips sprinkled on top). 

I love that we're having a few fall-ish days! On to week 2 of school tomorrow!

Weekend Goodness

salmon. cream cheese. onion bagel. mmmm.

Chrysanthemum discovered windows- and loves them. Or at least she loves jumping up to them :) 

Dan made pancakes for brunch. 

I made the bloody mary- with lots of snack, of course. 

Dan and I went to Firkenfest with some friends.

I was the designated driver (because I despise beer), so I enjoyed a cupcake (or two). 

Firkenfest-ers: Dan, Nora, Keith, and Alex

Keith and I took a break on a playground- there was a lot of sunshine, walking, and beer happening. 

We spent Sunday afternoon/evening at a family friends' house for a "visit their daughter who is home from Taiwan party". Someone gave her a bottle of Patron. . . some of us had a shot of it. 

And now that it's getting late, I need to get ready for school tomorrow and go to bed!