Day 536 (July 5, 2012)

The Drunk Stork

I received a few emails from Chris today all showing the famous Drunk Stork.  He is so silly!  Chris, first of all, loves Looney Toons.  And, ever since we have learned of Sparky's arrival, he is especially loving the cartoons with the Drunk Stork.

If you haven't seen them ever or in a while it is worth a watch.  Too funny!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uO410iaJ7E

Day 535 (July 4, 2012)

Love the Fourth of July

The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epocha in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forevermore.

- John Adams (Because the official adoption of the United States Declaration of Independence was two days later, the fourth of July rather than the second, became known as the US Independence Day.)

Day 534 (July 3, 2012)

Causing Trouble

One of the fun pregnancy side effects has been a horrible after taste in my mouth after eating.  Earlier on it would be paired with nausea but that part has gotten better.  So, to help with this I have had candies around.  The other day I purchased these fire jolly ranchers. 


Well, last night at the A's vs. Red Sox game I had finished a fabulous carnitas sandwich that Chris got for me and I popped in a jolly rancher.  Gulp!  The candy slid right down my throat without even tasting it.  I just looked at Chris in shock but still was able to talk.  So, I guess I wasn't choking!


But then my mind began to obsess about this whole jolly rancher and what trouble it could cause.  When I was going to bed I told Chris that my throat felt a little "on fire" from the candy.  His reply, "That candy is long gone, maybe just maybe, it was the dozen jalapenos that you ate!"  :)

Day 533 (July 2, 2012)

Summer School

So, it isn't quite like the movie!

But when I hear "Summer School" I always think of this flick.  I had to post about how I am spending four weeks of my summer (as long as Sparky doesn't arrive early).  Everyone thinks I am crazy for teaching summer school but I am there each and every day.  One week is down, three to go.  

I am teaching incoming fourth and fifth graders.  Half of the morning from 8:15 to 10:00 is all about math in the real world and from 10:20 to 12:05 it is writing time. 

Day 532 (July 1, 2012)

Yummy Dinner

For Jill's birthday we headed out to a new restaurant in San Ramon.  The New Orleans food and atmosphere was great.  I had the Shrimp Po Boy sandwich...it was delicious! 

Day 531 (June 30, 2012)

Kona Practicing as The Sparky Bodyguard

I walked by Sparky's room and saw Kona.  I think she will sure love the baby! 

Day 530 (June 29, 2012)

The 1948 Girls

Pig Races

Checking Out Our Pick

For our mom's birthdays we treated them to a day at the fair with horse racing.  

When we walked out of our first horse race we stumbled upon the 1948 sign...a perfect place for a picture for the birthday girls.  The fair was celebrating its 100th year and had different years placed around the grounds.

In between horse races we would check out our picks, look at the vendors' goods and we watched the pig races.  We had lots of fun but boy, oh, boy I was exhausted after our trip. 

Day 529 (June 28, 2012)

Elf Gift

Since I became pregnant I would visit the website The Bump.  There are different boards where pregnant ladies are able to connect.  I would frequent the August board where all moms with August due dates would post.  Well, this board created a closed Facebook page.  It was always hard for me to post often but I tried to keep up to date.  It has been helpful to connect with other women going through similar symptoms and feelings.

A few months ago, a member started a gift exchange.  I thought it sounded like fun so I jumped on board.  The criteria was to send onesies or whatever that did not go over $20.  There was an anonymous draw using a cool site called Elfster.  

I was able to say that we were having a boy and that I was hoping for a gift from wherever my elf lived.  I did include that we were avid sports fans.  My elf sent Sparky the above.  Chris was thrilled to see the Steelers jersey/onesie and the Dude beanie is too cute.

Today I finally sent off my elf package to an expectant mom in Littleton, CO.  The irony is that this town is not too far away from the Englewood, CO that I lived in as a child for a few years. 

Day 528 (June 27, 2012)

Sweep!

What a great conclusion to a shut out series against the Dodgers!  Woo hoo! Go Giants!

Day 527 (June 26, 2012)

Changing Table Assembled

Chris was so good to put the last piece of furniture together.  We are so thankful to Jill, Chris' mom, for getting Sparky this changing table.  Now, we are feeling more at ease that the room is ready.

Day 526 (June 25, 2012)

Yes, It Says "Baby Bolp"

Sparky's Original Onesie

My brother, Derek, and his family were up in the area for a short visit before taking off for Hawaii.  

While here, they gave Sparky some gifts since they won't be around for the shower.  Megan, my sister-in-law, is so creative...she surprised me with these onesies, amongst many other gifts.

The onesie that says "Baby Bolp" sure has a story.  When I was little Derek would call me Bolp.  Actually, who am I kidding?  He still calls me Bolp.  I have no clue how he came up with this name but I don't recall many times in which he has actually called me Kristin.  

The Sparky onesie is self explanatory since that is what we call the baby.  I am so excited for the baby to sport these outfits!

Day 525 (June 24, 2012)

I Can Still See My Feet!

This picture was taken during 34 weeks.  Sparky is lounging in a transverse position (sideways) and sure feels like a big boy.  But I still see toes!

Day 524 (June 23, 2012)

A's vs. Giants

What a fun night!  Great seats, great company and a great game.  

Chris and I went with his parents to the Oakland Coliseum.  The weather was just perfect and the Giants were hitting machines, the A's were masters of errors.  But when we decided to leave a little early the game took a crazy twist...the Giants' lead became a one run game.  In the end, SF pulled off the win. 

Day 523 (June 22, 2012)

Harley and His Pillow

How does he know that the pillow says, "What part of meow don't you understand?"  He loves to be on or by this pillow...too funny.