Monday, January 04, 2010

{No. 104}

First to answer all the inquiries via Facbook, email and blog we were supposed to find out what we are having at our last appointment - which we missed due to the surprise visit to Utah. We're hoping to find out at our next appointment.

Because Bret has an ultrasound machine at the Veterinary hospital we did do an ultrasound there a week or so ago and got a pretty good idea as to what we're having but will wait to announce until confirmed.

I'm loving the fact that my ultrasound pictures thus far all say "Banning Veterinary Hospital" at the top..ha!

**post edit**Alright folks, let's clarify...the ultrasound machine at Bret's work is pretty much the same thing (other than 3D imaging) that the OBGYN would have. Also, both Bret and I are familiar with ultrasound images so just because we had a pretty good idea as to what we saw via the ultrasound done by McVet doesn't necessarily mean we saw some man junk :D...I'm just saying...but it could mean we did...oh the suspense HA!

Spotted this fresh printed dress the other day and fell in love. I love the pockets, the print and the style. It runs a bit short but add some leggings or some skinny jeans and voila...a great top!A goal of mine being carried over from last year is to improve my knitting skills. I used to know how to knit but haven't done it in years. Improving my knitting and sewing skills is something that I have really wanted to do over the last few years and by golly this year will be the year (right?). The WWW is full of starter kits and patterns that have me so excited to begin this knitting adventure.Journaling. Where do I begin? I'm known in my family as the record keeper. I've always kept a journal. Since entering the blogging world I admit that my handwritten journaling has severely lacked but I hope to change that this year. A pretty looking journal will add to the enticement of journaling for me. Do you keep a journal?you can't have too many earrings. This pair would add some sparkle and shine to any outfit, and of course drew my eye immediately with it's hues of green - one of my favorite colors. Is it too early to make a birthday list?I've wanted a fondue pot for years. A nice one that will do meat, chocolate and cheese. I'd like to throw a few parties this year and I think a fondue pot would be a nice touch. Any suggestions where to get a long lasting, good looking fondue pot?Do I need these shoes...no. Do I want these shoes...yes please! The flower...oh the flower!

As long as we're talking about shoes...went to Target over the weekend and a TON of their flats are on super sale - we're talking $9.99! Online the shoes are still showing full price, but head on over to your local Target and take a look.Mailee has decided she would like to collect piggy banks. Every time she sees one she must have it. I think a collection of banks would be so cute in her room. This owl one might just find it's way to our home soon.And finally I have to mention the premire of The Bachelor tonight. It's been a 6 year tradition to watch this brain numbing show with friends and tonight is no exception. Good food, lame relaity TV and awesome ladies...sounds like a fun night to me. Can't wait! Will you be tuning in? Just the name for this season should have you hooked "On the wings of love" (he's a pilot)...oh I know...so lame and cheesey...I love it!

Happy Monday! Be sure and check back every Monday...I've got some great giveaway's lined up.

21 people are bringing SEXY back:

Melanie said...

veterinary ultra sounds.. LOL

I think I'd do the exact same thing.

Love the dress.

Jacky said...

Dress? Adorable! I loove yellow, but I have exactly one yellow thing in my wardrobe...how I'd love to change that.

Knitting? I pretty much stick to crocheting, but I want to pick up knitting. It's on my list of {101 things to do in 1001 days}. To learn to knit and to then knit a scarf. :)

Journaling? I will admit that my journaling is nothing like Allie's in The Notebook, but I enjoy journaling. Used to hate it until my sweetheart told me how much he would like me to journal. Anything for him. ;)

Happy Monday, Erica!

Family Scads said...

Wish I could watch the Bachelor with you. So sad! Miss you so much and can't wait to hear what you are having. Love ya!

Kalli Ko said...

It's gotta be a boy if you can see it on a doggie ultrasound...

That owl bank needs to get to my house, like NOW.

Katie said...

That dress is awesome! I wish it was longer...

lyn. said...

Tonight I will be watching the TCU vs. Boise State football game. I'm outnumbered...

This looks like a good fondue pot that does meat, cheese, and chocolate: http://www.homesteadmarket.com/product/15/fondue_cheese

Sarah said...

Veterinary ultrasound, haha, I love it! :) That is so fun. And I'm totally guessing boy if you can tell yourselves.

Love the dress. That looks like you, to me. With skinny jeans and some cute flats? ADORABLE.

Of course I will be watching the Bachelor. I am hopelessly sucked in every time. It's like the wreck you can't help looking at. We'll see how Jakey boy does. I don't even want to know how many brain cells I've lost watching over the years...

Cherry Tree Lane said...

Even though I know I shouldn't....
I will be watching.....

Shar said...

I know... you're having puppies! Der. Keeping us in suspense!

Love the yellow dress. Except it would probably be a miniskirt on me 'cause I'm a million feet tall.

{Erica} said...

Shar- well crap you guessed it. Please keep the news of me dropping a litter in May to yourself so others don't know :)

And the dress dilema, be like me and call it a top :)

miriam said...

the owl piggy bank is adorable. i have a weakness for vintagey looking owls. and i'm excited to hear what you're having! and i wish i had some good girlfriends to watch the bachelor with. bad reality tv is so much better with friends than with laundry!

mary elizabeth said...

i got that yellow dress for christmas! i looooove it!

sheena said...

loving that your ultra sound is from a vet! and that you said your fetus may or may not have "man junk".

I usually try to catch the first episode of the bachelor, just to see those fine ladies make fools of themselves....is that so bad??

I used to keep a journal.....but yes, blogging has interfered. But in my own defense, I have terrible handwriting, and can type much faster than I can write. But I'm trying to be better at writing too....we'll see.

KC and Lana dee said...

Fondue pot is on my wishlist too. I've heard good things about the cuisinart one.LOVE the dress. LOVE the shoes and LOVE the owl bank!

Pattersons said...

cute dress-yellow is my favorite color. i love fondue! i do have a pot i got for christmas from crate & barrel-pretty good. last but not least, the bachelor...go jake! can't wait to see who he ends up with:) happy monday erica!
p.s. i'm hoping for a boy to grace the grover home, but a girl will be equally welcomed:)
*i too have an ultrasound image with the words"banning veterinary hospital" on it...oh to be so privileged.

Megan said...

I am cracking up at Shar's comment about puppies! Ha ha!!

Cute dress! It would be a top for me too because I am an Amazon woman!

Love me some Bachelor! I am a fan and watch every season!

Carrie said...

Have you seen this site? http://www.vintagehem.com/ They sell cute CUTE slips with fancy bottoms to wear under shorter style dresses...maybe it would work with the cute yellow dress. :)

bcparksfamily said...

We are so excited for your beautiful growing family. We miss you guys so much! Debbie and I say all the time how singing just isn't the same.
Just wanted to let you know that I have a cuisinart fondue pot and I LOVE it! It's a great size- especially if you are entertaining and it's easy to clean up. It's great! I promise you can't go wrong with this one.
Tell Bret and your darling girls hello! Oh, don't be jealous that is is -4 degrees outside right now. And -21 with the wind chill. =)BURR!

Andrea said...

YAY! Can't wait to hear what you are having......

Love the yellow dress and silver shoes.

And FINALLY the Bachelor is BACK!!!

Lisa Leonard said...

that dress is darling. i'm going to order it right now!

Mimi said...

Oh yay!! just catching up!! I am so excited for you guys. I can't wait to find out what you're having.

CONGRATS!!!