Project 52: THIRTY

Nothing like some bright flowers to add a little cheer to your every day. Check out my clearance gladiolas from my local HEB. They just perk me up and make me feel all fancy. Oprah says fresh flowers are a must and for $5 bucks, why not?




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The Bachelorette- MARRY HIM!

1. Well if that wasn't some good ol' fashioned quality tv watching, I don't know what is. I was thoroughly entertained. Enjoyed every morsel for a change. I was certain I would be fast forwarding like a maniac through endless recaps but heaven help me, I was totally enthralled. I'm thinking there are a handful of celebrity ladies that garner this type of support from fans. I'm talking about those ladies you just really root for. Ones you just really want to get it right and make it stick. And if it all goes to shit for them you're just sick over it for 'em. Here's who I'm thinking of:
     * Reese Witherspoon post Ryan Phillipe
     * Jennifer Anniston post Brad bullshit
     * Sandra Bullock always
     * Michelle Williams (well I'm a fan since Dawson Creek days but I'd say general public post Heath Ledger death)
     * Who else you got??

2. I really felt like she couldn't go wrong in the end. Both seemed to be really great people. I think she's a good judge of character and somehow whittled it down to the morally sound. Nicely done Em. I have to say watching Arie on the After the Final Rose (ATFR), I just kept thinking "sorry Arie". I mean he did seem a bit pathetic hand delivering his journal to her doorstep. I wish like hell little Ricki had beat Emily home that day and picked that bad boy up. God only knows what juicy shit we could all be reading now if she had brought that thing into school and the right teacher decided to confiscate it and go public with it. Too far fetched?? Thought so. But oh goodness me, I would love to rip that envelope open and read that crap.

3. Jef Holm. What a guy. I have to say, I just love them together. I love that he was really insistent on meeting the kiddo. I love that he was pretty natural considering the circumstances. I'm sure that's a tough one in any relationship much less with tons of cameras watching every move. I'm really hoping they are going to go the distance. Like I said, I think I'll be just sick over it if they don't. So I heard him mention his company on Good Morning America the next day. It's called People Water. And if you weren't sold on the guy before, just read about what he created. Similar concept as the shoes, Toms. Great stuff.

http://peoplewater.herokuapp.com/

Project 52: TWENTY NINE

Last week we had a family vacation in San Destin, Florida. We had a great time- kids loved the beach, loved the carousels, loved watching Annie. What more could you ask for! And our little Rhett has FINALLY started crawling AND pulling himself up to standing... all within 5 days. Guess he just needed some new places to make it worth exploring. Here's a picture of my sweet girl just before sunset playing in someone else's sand hole.

Project 52: TWENTY EIGHT

Nine months going on twenty one. Had dinner with grandpa or Poppy as we call him and Rhett just couldn't keep his hands off Poppy's beer. I just love the determination in his eyes. haha.

Project 52: TWENTY SEVEN

Ella: "Mommy why do heels hurt so bad?"

Me: "It's just one of those things."

Ella: "Fine. But I'm wearing socks." 

Bachelorette- Thatta Girl!

1. I have to start with Sean. Holy hell, what was that man wearing to the rose ceremony?  Looked like a producer snagged his drunk and passed out ass off a beach and threw some gangsta jeans on a white boy. I'd seriously like to see the footage of just what exactly Sean did for the 24 hours prior to the rose ceremony. I mean shit, I've been there. One too many Coronas on a beach and I forget to flip. But bro, you're going on national television. Clean up. The bright red face really shows the contrast of the bright white eyebrows. Where did the sharp and classy and what my girlfriends and I refer to as the very "Dallas" looking Sean go?

2. Ok I was extremely distracted by all the "music" and background sounds this episode. I normally hate the acoustics they select but tonight was particularly poor. And what the f&$K with all the stray dogs and cats? Someone needs to start an SPCA Curacao stat!

3. Well since I'm in a bit of a critical mood tonight I'm gonna go with it. I hate to do this because so far she's been pretty spot on for style points. But home girl needs to take her mermaid tail and wig back to the Disney store and let the little girls play dress up. Hated it. Just really hated it. You know I love a sequin. I really do. But this just wasn't working on her. Otherwise, I'd put her at the top of the best dressed list for bachelorettes.

* Well I finally noticed Chris Harrison has removed his ring. And I believe he has officially lost a little joy. Heart is breaking for him. Gotta be hard to work on tv and divorce. Also wish he would get a haircut when in particularly humid climates... I'm just saying.

** Seriously cannot wait for the finale. She better pick someone. I will FREAK out if she doesn't. Really rooting for Jef because he is just rad. Arie isn't bad either. But like I said, she better pick!!!! Who are you rooting for? Anyone else as excited as I am? I don't think I've been this pumped since Andrew Firestone!

Bachelorette- the final 3

1. Ok let me map this out real quick. Chris you were never a major player. Cute and sincere but frankly you cried (a lot). Sean you get dumped next because you are TOO perfect. Ladies admit it, we hate to be outdone. My guess is that's just too bland for Emily. Jef you are close but no cigar. Why? My guess is religion. Anyone else catch the lemonade toast? I personally throw my vote his way but shit that counts for nothing so I'm keeping fingers crossed for next bachelor. So that leaves Arie to take the cake. She's got a thing for bad boys and I'm thinking the fast cars and diesel smells must do something for this girl. And I think she likes the challenge of having to win him and his mother over a bit (btw she had to be the most difficult woman in the world to get a read on between the botox and the accent). Not sure they have staying power but I'm rooting for her!

2. The minute Chris said he came from a polish family all I could think of was that scene from Home Alone when the mom was trying to get home and bums a ride with the traveling polka players in the back of the van, "We're big in Sheboygan!" haha Well color me lucky if his sweet family didn't feed the stereotype! God bless 'em!

3. Utah. Who knew?? Looks amazing! Jef, well played my friend. From skinny jeans to skeet shooting. That's how it's done. A slow and steady revelation of self to keep her interest.


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Project 52: TWENTY SIX

The world got a little sweeter this week with the addition of Katherine "Kate" Joan McDonnell. She is my fourth God child born to our very good friends, Mark and Sang. She's just the most precious little peach you've ever seen. She is feminine and delicate (deliKate) in every way possible. Even her birth was absolutely precise and effortless in appearance. It reminded me of a ballet dancer- the performance of her arrival was so absurdly calm and graceful, it's remarkable to think just how much duress both mother and baby were under. And yes! I was there to see it all. I've actually seen the birth of 3 out of 4 of my God children and I cannot tell you just how incredible it is. Externally, I'm a pretty cool cat. ICU nursing teaches you a thing or two, but internally I'm a FREAK. Each time I think I will handle that moment of arrival a little better, but honestly, it's beyond overwhelming. I am just astonished this little tiny baby can make it's way out into the world and manage to grab that first breath of air. Anyhow, lay your eyes on this sweet treat. Meet Kate. She's a gem ;)