Thursday, April 30, 2009
Shower Numero Dos! Austin, Texas
I had a wonderful time in Austin this past weekend. My besties Trish and Jess hosted a lovely garden party at the home of Nancy Winters, to which I never got a picture with! Shame Shame!
It was a beautiful day out and her patio was so delightful! We had about 20 or so guests which was perfect to catch up and have a great afternoon! Nancy, Jess and Trish decorated so cute! I love the crib they used to put all the gifts in, and my cake! Just presh! Here are some pics... My belly and chunky monkey face keep on growing! but as I have always said its all worth it for my little stinker!
It was a beautiful day out and her patio was so delightful! We had about 20 or so guests which was perfect to catch up and have a great afternoon! Nancy, Jess and Trish decorated so cute! I love the crib they used to put all the gifts in, and my cake! Just presh! Here are some pics... My belly and chunky monkey face keep on growing! but as I have always said its all worth it for my little stinker!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
UPDATED! Mommy & Daddys BABYMOON
UPDATED THE ONE TRUE MEDIA VIDEO TO INCLUDE THE FISHING CHARTER THE KEV AND TREV DID AND THEN THE SNORKEL TRIP WE ALL TOOK.
Kevin and I had planned a trip to Cabo San Lucas back in November but didn't go because it was too early in the pregnancy and I got scared to travel. We had a pretty large credit that we would have lost.... so we decided on a Babymoon before Jack arrives. Though Kev and I always have fun when we are together we thought it would be fun to take a trip with some friends. One day while Natalie and I were walking the track around Rice/Med Center she mentioned that her parents have a timeshare in Key West and they were thinking about going. So the plans started and after some convincing of myself that I was going to have to get on a plane we were set to go. Kev and I arrived on Friday and stayed at the Sheraton on Smathers Beach. The next morning we got the treat to meet up with my Dad. He drove 6 hours to come see us! We rented a golf cart and putzed around the keys and then settled in for a nice dinner. The next day we had brunch with Dad before he left. Then met up later that afternoon with Natalie and Trevor at The Gallion Resort. The timeshare was great and had a wonderful view and awesome patio! We headed down to get some sun and Trevor sure got his fair share on the first day! We almost had a little private beach area until kids decided that they wanted to build a moat right in front of the beach chairs we were all sitting in. But hey at least Trevor and Natalie were safe from the Iguana that was there just seconds before! (No joke!) We then got to over hear kids devising a plan on how to catch fish with a beach pail....which went like this "Hey Mister can you get that fish for me" as she tossed the bucket to some man whom she had never met. He laughed of course and said "oh ok Ill get right on that" hahahaha.
Kevin and I had planned a trip to Cabo San Lucas back in November but didn't go because it was too early in the pregnancy and I got scared to travel. We had a pretty large credit that we would have lost.... so we decided on a Babymoon before Jack arrives. Though Kev and I always have fun when we are together we thought it would be fun to take a trip with some friends. One day while Natalie and I were walking the track around Rice/Med Center she mentioned that her parents have a timeshare in Key West and they were thinking about going. So the plans started and after some convincing of myself that I was going to have to get on a plane we were set to go. Kev and I arrived on Friday and stayed at the Sheraton on Smathers Beach. The next morning we got the treat to meet up with my Dad. He drove 6 hours to come see us! We rented a golf cart and putzed around the keys and then settled in for a nice dinner. The next day we had brunch with Dad before he left. Then met up later that afternoon with Natalie and Trevor at The Gallion Resort. The timeshare was great and had a wonderful view and awesome patio! We headed down to get some sun and Trevor sure got his fair share on the first day! We almost had a little private beach area until kids decided that they wanted to build a moat right in front of the beach chairs we were all sitting in. But hey at least Trevor and Natalie were safe from the Iguana that was there just seconds before! (No joke!) We then got to over hear kids devising a plan on how to catch fish with a beach pail....which went like this "Hey Mister can you get that fish for me" as she tossed the bucket to some man whom she had never met. He laughed of course and said "oh ok Ill get right on that" hahahaha.
We then decided to check out the concierge who had chased us all down as we checked in. "Eager Beaver Lauren" as we called her got us on a snorkel/sunset sail that evening. We had a great time and the water was perfecto!! The boys on Tuesday chartered a boat called the Eva Maria for the two of them, which came with the Captain and a first mate. So the four of them headed out for some deep sea fishin'. Trevor got a 7 foot Sailfish! Kevi got a small Bonita and had on his line a Mahi Mahi (Dolphin) but it snapped. Boooo. They however had fun, and I went a little crazy and made the boys get back on the boat for some photo opps...pics to come soon of that adventure as they used Natalie's SLR during the trip. The flight to and from was good, Jackson's kicks over the trip intensified! He let us know he didn't really like the landing or taking off too much but he was a good little boy in my tummy most days! It was so good to see my Dad and share the trip with Nat and Trevor! Fun times all around! Here are some pics .....more to come!
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
My Preppy Gator
So it's no secret that I am in love with stationary! Its one of those things you love to hate, because all the cute stuff is always the expensive stuff.....and leave it to me to find it! But it's so worth it, even if it only stays in my friends hands for a brief minute before it gets tossed... I love the joy of opening a beautiful thank you. I'm still old fashioned and send as many thank you notes as I can. So now it's Jackson's turn, and while beautiful will describe my little handsome man, I'm certain that damask monogram thank yous wouldn't be his cup of tea. Plus remember I've already gotten away with the "gay-gays" so I better not push the envelope :) So while going through my junk email I came across the cutest children stationary. If you have seen the Broadway musical Drowsy Chaperone... I did the Adolpho "aaaaaaaWhaaaaaaaaaat" when I saw that there is kids stationary!? Well duh of course there would be, and of course I would find it! AND of course the title would be "preppy alligator" and "preppy whale". So I won't share my final indulgence of choice, since many of you will be getting a thank you sooner or later. What I will share is what one preppy alligator/ whale looks like....and yes I still had to use monogram :)
With Love,
The Mom of one little spoiled Gator!
Houston Shower ....UPDATED WITH PICS!
Here are some pics from our Houston shower hosted by 8 of our amazing friends!!!
Also ejoy the wonderful design of my talented friend Natalie Eason. She made the cutest letter pressed invitation for my shower in Houston. Sorry my scan is skewed a little.... but you get the idea. I adore anything letter pressed! She has her own press so check her out for your next invitation!
Friday, April 3, 2009
Its Shower Time!
So our Houston baby shower is Saturday April 4, 2009 and I couldn't be more excited. To my surprise we had eight lovely girls volunteer to host! Which is probably the number of girls I know in Houston, so it's going to be one fun get together! They made it co-ed so the boys get to join in the fun. I started thinking ... what could I get these ladies for a Thank you!? I went through all the typical monogram stuff, but I'm sure everyone already has the monogram tote, etc. So while shopping one day, I happen to see an end cap of the most adorable Easter stuff and then it came to me! What if I did Easter baskets and adorned them with shabby delights!? I got giddy at the thought and became so involved in picking everything out I forgot to check when Easter was until I was in the check out line with my basket piled full of 8 of everything! Oh my! I quickly called my mom, certainly she would know when Easter was and she always answers her phone....but nope not today, no answer. I started going down the list in my phone thinking of who to call, I needed someone to know the date right now I was only 2 people away from checking out! I scrolled down and came to Ruth-Ann! Badda Bing Badda Boom! Ruth-Ann!! She answered and gave me the date I wanted to hear (by the way Easter Sunday is April 12th for those like me that need the reminder)!
So I think my vision of these little shabby chic Easter Thank yous turned out quite cute! I can't wait to share them tomorrow!
PS- I need to post a picture of the invite but its packed up with all our stuff in storage! Natalie did such a cute job! As always :)
Saturday, March 28, 2009
"Gay-Gays"
So we have been staying in Sugarland for a few weeks with Kevin's parents until all the construction/renovation at our house is done. We are jazzing up the house for Jack :) We also are enjoying the home cooked meals from Gloria!
Any who so the other night while at dinner (we went out instead of mom cooking) I noticed this kids shop across the way. I made note of it so that I could go back later. So today I stopped by AND boy and I'm sure glad I did AND Kevin should be glad we are not having a girl. Everything in Latte Tots was so darn cute, from monogrammed dresses to ruffled butt panties...she had it all! There was not a large boy section but the stuff she did have was right up my ally. So I got to talking to the owner and I told her that I was having a boy and while I am so excited, the boys clothes just are not as cute as the girls. I went on to tell her that the only thing I like are "jon-jons", to which she said oh yes my son was in those all the time. Her husband however called them "gay-gays" and he told her when their son turned 3 he was no longer allowed to wear them. I told Kevin the story and his response was "Jack isn't making it to 3"...lol
Soooooo to my unborn son, Ill try to keep you looking adorable in your "jon jons" aka "gay-gays" for as long as mommy can get away with it! Plus we can't be wasteful, mommy has already purchased so many of them...check them out :) Oh and to make Daddy happy we got a Vandy jon-jon for game day!
Any who so the other night while at dinner (we went out instead of mom cooking) I noticed this kids shop across the way. I made note of it so that I could go back later. So today I stopped by AND boy and I'm sure glad I did AND Kevin should be glad we are not having a girl. Everything in Latte Tots was so darn cute, from monogrammed dresses to ruffled butt panties...she had it all! There was not a large boy section but the stuff she did have was right up my ally. So I got to talking to the owner and I told her that I was having a boy and while I am so excited, the boys clothes just are not as cute as the girls. I went on to tell her that the only thing I like are "jon-jons", to which she said oh yes my son was in those all the time. Her husband however called them "gay-gays" and he told her when their son turned 3 he was no longer allowed to wear them. I told Kevin the story and his response was "Jack isn't making it to 3"...lol
Soooooo to my unborn son, Ill try to keep you looking adorable in your "jon jons" aka "gay-gays" for as long as mommy can get away with it! Plus we can't be wasteful, mommy has already purchased so many of them...check them out :) Oh and to make Daddy happy we got a Vandy jon-jon for game day!
Diaper Bags....
So I had been searching for the perfect diaper bag. I looked at all the high end bags such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, etc etc....but nothing got my attention that I just had to have. Then I found this site called http://www.spoiledlittlemama.com/.
I fell in love with the bags she had! Esp this one...
but then I started thinking more and more and I really didn't think Kevin would like to carry this bag and the bottom of it does not have a pad or liner to it to keep it from getting dirty. Although I still think it to be so stinkin cute I opted not to get it. So here I was a diaperbag-less mommy...until one afternoon while having lunch with Kevin. There we were sitting at Escalantes when I saw the perfect bag in tow of another mom. I had never seen it before and tapped the shoulder of the lady and said I love that bag, who makes it.... I jotted down Mia Bossi and couldn't wait to get home to google it! I don't even think I finished the yumm-0 white queso that I ordered just so I could get home to rush to the internet. So while researching the bag I started noticing that lots of celebs own it and of course if you know me that made me smile. After getting over the sticker shock I found it for the cheapest price I could and said I'm getting it.
but then I started thinking more and more and I really didn't think Kevin would like to carry this bag and the bottom of it does not have a pad or liner to it to keep it from getting dirty. Although I still think it to be so stinkin cute I opted not to get it. So here I was a diaperbag-less mommy...until one afternoon while having lunch with Kevin. There we were sitting at Escalantes when I saw the perfect bag in tow of another mom. I had never seen it before and tapped the shoulder of the lady and said I love that bag, who makes it.... I jotted down Mia Bossi and couldn't wait to get home to google it! I don't even think I finished the yumm-0 white queso that I ordered just so I could get home to rush to the internet. So while researching the bag I started noticing that lots of celebs own it and of course if you know me that made me smile. After getting over the sticker shock I found it for the cheapest price I could and said I'm getting it. So here she is....
such a beauty and I can't wait to start using it! Jack will have one hip mom, but we all knew that he wouldn't have any less.....
such a beauty and I can't wait to start using it! Jack will have one hip mom, but we all knew that he wouldn't have any less..... It's official we have started a BLOG
Welcome to my attempt at keeping up with the Joneses. I hope to keep this up as so many of my friends have adorable blogs for their kids...so I only thought it be appropriate to start one for our little stinker who is on the way. Jackson Lane Strehlow is set to arrive sometime in June or July 2009. We are thrilled about becoming parents but are now starting to realize in just 15 short weeks we will have a KID! Earth to Kev and Jess...you need to get your butts in gear!
So there we have it our first entry....and our first posted picture of our adorable mini-me Kevin.
(Jack at 23 weeks)
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