Category Archives: friends
Thanksgiving 2010 in numbers
0: Number of runs we participated in. This is the first year in a long time that we haven’t done the Sprint 5K. Eric worked until 6:30 that morning so we decided to pass on it this year. He slept while … Continue reading
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Additions to the mix
We went to Springfield to spend the day with my friend Annie and her family (specifically to meet her sweet little girl). In the past ten years since college, Annie and I have added husbands - and now kids – to … Continue reading
Camping – sort of
We had plans to go *camping with the Stewarts on Saturday but unfortunately the rain kept us home. No worries though – we’re going to hopefully try it again this weekend with the Lilaks. Here’s some pictures of our practice run … Continue reading
Annie’s baby shower
We had our baby shower for Annie on Saturday. I still cannot believe that baby Maggie will be here in less than 3 weeks.
We’re Kansas
Kelly sent me an email today about one of the blogs she reads. Aimee at Adventures and Pursuits is hosting the Great American Postcard Swap. We’re going to be the Kansas family in the first group (as of right now … Continue reading
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Like/Dislike
Cari did a post on her likes and dislikes that I liked and had to steal. Like: I purchased a new power cord for our computer today, which means we have access to the internet again. Dislike: We’ve spent a ton … Continue reading
Elementary/middle/high school box
You wouldn’t believe the things I found when I went through my elementary/middle/high school box. Here are just a few of the things that I came across: – Yearbooks and report cards galore. – Letters from my Grandpa Bill and … Continue reading
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The magnolia queen
It’s been just a little bit crazy here: – Friday: My boss emailed me around noon and asked if we had staff scheduled for the after hours rental that night. My response was something along the lines of “tell me … Continue reading
In pictures
My friend Brook met us in downtown Overland Park yesterday to take some fall pictures of the boys. She takes amazing pictures so when she offered to do it (for free!), I immediately said yes. She got some amazing pictures … Continue reading
It’s that time of the year again…
The Sprint Thanksgiving Day 5K is coming up. Who’s in? If we can get teams of 5 together, it’s only $18 per person if we enroll before the 12th. Go here for more info on the race. You can leave … Continue reading
Baby essentials
Annie asked me what my baby must haves were. Here’s a list of the things that I couldn’t have done without: boppy SwaddleMe blankets - these were life savers swing tons of pajamas for the first few months running stroller – … Continue reading
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Bullet points
Kenny had his last soccer game today. I really can’t say that I mind too much, considering how cold it has been lately. We’re having lunch with the team tomorrow and then we’ll all go our separate ways. Kenny starts basketball at … Continue reading
It’s a girl
Annie and Heath found out yesterday that they’re having a girl. I knew it. Congratulations!
College pictures
A few sorority sisters and I have been talking about getting together for a freshman year reunion. I dug out these pictures today and posted them on FB in honor of our future get together. They still make me laugh. … Continue reading
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San Diego – day 5 (last one, I promise)
Day 5 didn’t involve much except for: 1. Me trying to talk Eric into moving out there 2. Flying home to KC. This flight did not go as well at first. I have to start out by explaining that Luke’s feet … Continue reading
San Diego – day 4
On Sunday, Steve took us to look at the helicopters, which made Kenny and Luke’s day. Luke even cried when it was time to go. After that, we headed out to La Jolla to go to the Birch Aquarium. The kids had fun but I … Continue reading
San Diego – day 3
Day 3 was all about Ali’s baptism. Eric and I were lucky enough to be her godparents. I offered to buy Ali a baptismal gown but they already had one from Suzie’s side of the family that had been used since … Continue reading
San Diego – day 2
We were up by 7:00 the next morning. Legoland didn’t open until 10 so we went to the beach. This was the first time that either boys had seen the ocean. It was G.O.R.G.E.O.U.S. The water was a little too … Continue reading
Spillin’ the beans
I am so excited that I can finally write about this…. One of my closest friends in the whole entire world is pregnant with her first child! Annie and Heath, I’m so excited for you guys and cannot wait until … Continue reading
School, work and play
- Kenny is having a great time at kindergarten. We had his back-to-school night last Wednesday and it sounds like he can do the majority of the things they want to accomplish by the end of the year. He’s already … Continue reading
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