The front flower bed is nearly complete. The only thing left to do is spread mulch. Everything has been covered with topsoil, plants are in the ground and Brian and I are happy with the outcome.

Yesterday Brian dug out the root ball from hell. Seriously, I think it was trying to reach Satan. The roots were long and extremely tough. It appeared an evergreen and a rose bush had some how become intertwined and even wrapped around a rather large pipe in the ground. Since the roots were located in the corner of the flower bed up against the concrete steps and landscape tiles it was a tight area to go digging. Fortunately man won over root and now a pretty little plant is in its place.

I also went to Joann's this weekend and spent my gift cards. It was so much fun. They were having a huge sale on garden pretties. Yes, like the rocks you can put in gardens which have words carved into them. Candle stakes and wind chimes all that type stuff. Fabulous! Plus I found some great fabric remnants for really cheap and am super psyched. I also decided I want to learn to make jewelry so I can sell it in my Etsy store along with what I sew.

Brian and I played Mario Kart last night. It was really fun to just goof off and hang out with him after working out in the flower bed. =o)

Labels: brian, gardening, home

After a rough Sunday night, I woke up not feeling myself. Not cool.

Needed some healthy snacks so I went to get them and then to my surprise my Jeep started smoking/steaming I'm not sure, whatever it was I didn't like how the Jeep started riding. And after not being able to reach Brian I decided to call Fox Run Auto to see if they could fit me in. Sure enough they could. And they even drove me home since I was kind of stranded.

Well.

$1500 worth of fun is now happening and the Jeep had to stay overnight. =o(

When it rains it certainly pours.

Not to mention I have a migraine which is spanning 24 hours now and I'm still in pain. Bah humbug.

Good news is we get the rest of our new bed today. I'm loving the new mattress and I know I'll love actually having a headboard, haha. It's going to be so awesomely nautical!

Labels: home, Jeep, life

Okay so maybe not exactly full force, but I am back to work today.

I have had some sort of cold/flu/virus something or other all week. I did come into work on Wednesday but probably should not have done that. Yesterday, I made myself sit and rest as much as I could. But the house is such a mess I just want to furiously attack it. Disinfect!

Brian and I have now been married for 7 days, well in about 45 minutes it will be a complete 7 days, haha. For me it has been blissful. Brian says it is weird to hear people call me his wife. I suppose to some extent it is a little bit weird. But I love being his wife and I feel so blessed.

Braeden is doing better sleeping in his room and eating. His Gram and Pop Pop bought him a Gameboy to celebrate him staying in his room through the night. This was quite a task as I had him sleep with me all through his early toddler years. It began because he was so sick all the time, then stayed out of habit. Plus I was in school and the only way I could get homework done was to have him fall asleep in my bedroom as that was where my computer used to be at my parents' house. Next month I will have been out of school for a year and the times have so changed!

I'm part of my own little family now. We have our own home. We are married! I have a new job and so does Brian. Braeden sleeps in his own room. And he even eats fish and perogies now. Last year at this time he was a three-year-old who still ate baby food. Needless to say his digestive system could use a little bit of work but overtime I feel it will develop. He has been healthier and is growing stronger each day. If only we could get rid of that cough.

I'm hopeful that my brother will be moving home soon.

And Thanksgiving is next week. I'm looking forward to spending family time together. We'll begin decorating for Christmas after the thanks and the giving. Brian tells me he has a fantastic Christmas tree so I'm super excited about putting that up with him and Brae. Woohoo!

Life is great!

Labels: brae, brian, christmas, home, married life, thanksgiving

My parents' wedding anniversary is this weekend, Sunday. I'm only telling you this as a reminder to myself to buy a nice card. =o)

This weekend should be pretty low key. Saturday is Samuel's 1st birthday and a possible dinner with Bri. Sunday I'm supposed to be getting my wedding dress altered, so we'll see how that goes. =o) I'm a shortie, in all other ways the dress fits perfectly.

Last night Brian, Braeden and I continued our Halloween decorating escapades. So far we are the only house in the neighborhood to put out Halloween decorations. I especially love the bats and purple-lit cobwebs hanging over the door. I took pictures to show you but haven't gotten them off the card yet so you'll have to wait in suspense a little longer.

Brian leaves for Texas on Sunday for training. Today is his last day working at the cancer center for Christiana Care. I know he's bummed about the change, even if he knows it will be okay. I just hope everyone he works with helps to make it as painless as possible. That does not mean to make sure he gets trashed at happy hour. Because I don't know if I'll be able to go or not.

Braeden did better sleeping in his room last night. He still woke up twice, but both times he went back in his room and laid down without too much of a fuss. The situation is difficult, but any improvement is celebrated. =o)

Labels: brae, brian, halloween, home

It began yesterday without so much as a scratchy throat of a warning. I have a cold. I'm starting to believe I may have an immune deficiency like Braeden. Actually, I believe I stole it from him because *knock on wood* he has been physically feeling stronger these days.

Brian and Braeden were measured for their tuxes last night at Aunt Bobbie's. I found out that Brae's neck is only a little bit smaller than mine. He has a wide neck for such a young child. This is probably because he is holding up such a big head...um...I mean brain, a big brain!

Brian picked out a tux that I know he is going to look amazing in and I'm excited to see him all dressed up. I'm also excited to know Brae will be all dressed up, too. And I have picked out a dress for Belle to wear as well. She and Brae are going to be the stars of the show, there is no way that Brian and I can compare to those two cuties. Haha. It's okay though, we don't so much like being in the lime light.

The house is coming along more and more feeling like a home. All of the painting is almost done. It looks really good, Brian has done a wonderful job. =o)

Yesterday out love seat came in and is now on the "ground floor." It swivels, actually, it can turn completely 360 degrees, it's the coolest love seat ever. It's round! Oh yes, you all will love it if anyone ever comes to visit!

Friday our "lagoon" furniture is coming in and will be placed on the "middle floor" where all the fabulous paint is happening. The colors are going to look awesome together and I am super psyched. Every day I am loving the house more and more.

This weekend I am hoping we find some time to put up some Halloween decorations. Our powder room is already feeling spookish. =o) Brian, Braeden and I all love Halloween so this is such a special time of year for us. Especially since we're getting married in less than two months!

Now if I could get past this cold and actually start feeling healthy for a change everything would be eerily perfect!

Labels: bnc, brae, brian, health, home, wedding

A long overdue post.

Brian, Braeden and I have moved into our new home. We officially closed on the house last Thursday. Having the settlement off our shoulders was a relief. Now of course our shoulders are aching from actually moving, but I suppose in that respect it can be considered a good pain.

Currently I am feeling VERY overwhelmed. I do this to myself, it's my own ridiculous expectations of how much I should be accomplishing and how fast I should be doing it. I just want to make the house a home for us.

We're planning for a wedding now. The date has been set and now we have a place. We will be getting married at the Chesapeake Inn. It is going to be gorgeous and the more I think about it all the more excited and giddy I am feeling.

Braeden is doing well for the most part. He had his third appointment with the psychologist yesterday and I feel we are both learning a lot. I am learning new ways to help Brae cope with his emotions and Brae is learning how to talk about the things that are bothering him. Right now I just need to make sure I phrase everything more positively. Instead of saying "NO" all the time I can phrase things in such a way that it doesn't seem negative.

Braeden puts himself time out when he is upset or knows he has done something wrong. He yells, storms off, hits whatever is in sight and then sits in a corner somewhere. I have been telling him not to do that, because I don't want him to feel like he is always in time out or to feel like he can't talk to me about whatever he is feeling. The doctor suggested I say "Okay, go calm down." So instead of Braeden punishing himself, he will learn that this is a coping mechanism to chill out and take a breather rather than sitting in the corner for a time out.

It's really difficult because when Braeden hits me I want to yell at him and tell him he can't hit people. But perhaps that is not the best response. Since he is so conflicted and insecure these days it would be better to ask him to be gentle or remind him that our hands are meant to give hugs. We'll see how this goes.

And hopefully things with the house will start to come together and become more comfortable as more time passes. I'll have to start taking some pictures so you can see the progress.

Hope all is well, take care!

Labels: brae, brian, home

Alright, I feel like I too could be a home inspector.

I can't remember the guys name, but he is so getting his own blog entry. He was the most awesome home inspector of all inspectors worldwide, this I can assure you...um...even though he is the only one I know.

He put up with me taking pictures, asking questions and following him around like a 3-year-old. Very nice man. Very thorough.

The home inspection went very well. There aren't any major problems and very few minor ones which really aren't much to fret about. Though it looks like we are going to need a new oven. I'm okay with that. Oh and maybe a new toilet in the upstairs bathroom. I don't know what died in there, but it didn't end pretty, plus it is loose.

Kate was there, too. She is our lovely realtor. I feel like we could be friends. Haha. We have a lot in common and she loves eBay!

Brian was his normal quiet self, but only because he was taking it all in and observing and mentally noting what was happening. The wheels, they were a turning!
Fun times.

I'm so excited!!!

Labels: home

You know something...

It's Friday night, I have the Food Network on, I'm in my shorts and tank top ready for bed at 8:42 p.m. Brian and his Mom are at the movies. And I am not at all bothered by the fact that I'm home by myself on a Friday night. (Brae is at his fathers).

Of course I'd rather be with Bri and/or Brae, but I know some people who freak out if they aren't being or enjoying the life of the party. And yes 26 is young, but I don't think spending a quiet night at home is weird or pathetic.

I'm doing what I like to do. I'm drinking white wine, I never knew I liked white wine until my mouth met Chardonnay...And I'm waiting to hear from my Bri when the movie is over.

I'm revelling in the fact that I am going to have my own house in a little over a month. Brian and I are so excited, it's such a great feeling to know that we are going to be able to have our own house and to make it a home.

His Mom is psyched and so are my parents. I'm sure his Dad will be when he gets home from his trip. And things are just awesome. See, I told you, Friday the 13th RAWKS!

Labels: brian, home

800 days later...

Sorry I'm such a slacker with the blog y'all actually care about.

Okay. Lemme see.

Brian and I just found out that our offer on 950 Rue Madora was accepted. Very exciting news. As long as all goes well we will be closing on August 23rd.

Yes you can all help us move, geesh, stop asking already. And we'll have everyone over I'm sure. Isn't this exciting! It is so FANTABULOUS!

And then we can pick a date to get hitched. My vote is for an Atlantic City wedding. You can all come if you want to, nothing big just lots of fun I'm hoping.

Labels: brian, home