Our weekend was great! The little man had such a good time at his party! I really like our pool- it makes me feel so nostalgic. It rained sideways just as the party was starting, so we kept the food covered and just huddled under the shelter. The rain was great- it cooled everything off and sent everyone home. So, when we were ready to go swimming, we basically had the pool to ourselves.

Once I get my pix uploaded, I'll post them. Gavin had so much fun in the rain! Aba and Abo (Tim and Mary Lee) gave him a bunch of bubble makers to play with and he had the stuff all over his feet! When he walked, the bubbles squished through the toes of his Crocs. He'd run out into the rain, throw the bubbles around then come back for more. He was laughing the entire time!

Jeff and I have had our fill of cupcakes for awhile. We bought them from Sam's and we finally got rid of the last three this morning. Ugh.

On the diet front, not too bad of a week. I think I lost 2 pounds, but it's hard to tell b/c halfway through the week, I realized my scale was off. I readjusted it, but it's too close to tell what the difference might be.

We looked at bikes this weekend too. It looks like we're going to have to wait awhile for that, we've got too many other things we'd like to get (Thrashers tickets, topsoil, etc.).

TGIF! What a weekend! Gavin's b-day party is Saturday. Some of the gang are coming to our pool to grill out and take a dip. His actual birthday isn't until Sunday, but it's always easier to get together on Saturdays!

The diet is getting better. I"ve dropped a couple of pounds- I just can't help myself, I have to look at the scale! I was hungrier earlier in the week but now it's not as bad. I guess I'm getting used to it. I've got to add some exercise though. That's the toughest part...how to juggle a demanding job, a child, cooking, life AND add 30 minutes of exercise at least 4 times a week. Anyone with any suggestions? I'm thinking about actually joining another gym (ugh.) so I can go during lunch or something. I believe I'd be better at classes than walking on the treadmill for 30 minutes. That always gets boring to me.

Guess I ought to get to my meeting...Happy weekend!

Oh my...tengo hambre! Lock up your fridge!

It's amazing what happens when you cut your calorie intake in half! Starving. I always thought they say said "I'm never hungry" on this diet or that diet. I'll tell you, with this one, I'm ALWAYS hungry! This can't be good.

What a great weekend. Jeff and I were finally able to have a date night, it had been too long. It's funny, we have such a great time with the little man, we often forget about each other. Not that we neglect each other, but we'd rather hang out with him at home than go out. It's funny, I always feel like we're totally out of sorts when we go out. Most of the time, we go out with intentions of dinner AND a movie, but that rarely happens! However, finally, the wise old men have gotten it right and opened a movie tavern around the corner from our house. So, Jeff and I head out Saturday night, little man safe at home with his Grammie, all set to see the new Indy flick. For those of you that have no clue what an "Indy flick" is, shame on you! Anyway, just before we leave, I decide to check the listings again. Of course, they've changed and now there isn't an evening showing for the movie.

We decide to go out anyway, we'll just see "Sex in the City." Now, I know my loving, caring hubby kept saying he'd be happy to see "Sex," but come on, we all know the truth. Fortunately, we left so early we found ourselves with about an hour b4 showtime. We figured we'd have enough time to eat somewhere else, then head over to another theater that was showing the new Indy film. Success!

The movie was great- such fun camp and you've gotta love Speilberg's direction and flare for the dramatic! Of course, Harrison Ford is still timeless to me and I always enjoyed his comedic delivery in these films. All in all, thumb's up!

Jeff and I started our joint diets this morning. I'm nervous, I have so much to lose! But, I've made out a plan that has small goals attached to it. I'm hoping that helps. My first goal is 11 pounds. I'm not putting a time frame on it b/c I think that makes me stumble a little bit.

Wish us luck!

We looked at bikes this weekend. Jeff got his old one from his mom's house. He's got to replace the tires and it's good to go. We need to get something for Gavin to ride around in. Unfortunately, we missed out on a great deal for one of those kid rider thingys (yes, I really can't remember the name) that rides behind the bike like a cart. There was a deal at Target a few weeks ago, but we didn't have the $$. Hopefully we'll find one soon! And, I get a bike...

Whirlwind trip to Santa Cruz is over. I had a blast with my family! They are so much fun!

Got to stay in a hotel right on the water- overlooking Monterey Bay. Saw seal lions, whales and otters. Don't see that any day in Atlanta!

Darcy's graduation was cool, but sunny. Felt less than intelligent amongst so many doctors.

Basic summary- will write more later!

The weekend was good. I had to work on Saturday- but the event was quick and easy! We went to the pool for the rest of the weekend.

Meanwhile, Jeff and I are talking dirt. And I mean big time dirt. Enough to fill the gaping hole in our front yard that's begging for plant life! Hopefully, when I get home, there might be some folks filling in that dirt hole. OH- bonus, the floor guys come today. Yea!!!! Clean floors in my kitchen! It's amazing to me the things that get me excited these days...

I'm heading to the West Coast in a few days. I can't wait! I'm going to Santa Cruz for my cousin's graduation. She's getting her doctorate. I pretty much lose any sense of smartness when I'm around her. It'll be nice to see her, my other cousin and my aunt.

Already the heat has hit. I hate heat. I'm talking extreme heat- over 95 degrees extreme. Today it's supposed to be 90 degrees. We're getting close to my pass out mark.

WET 'N CALM

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the pool. That's all we did this weekend. Hang out at the pool. We got Gavin a cutie-pie life jacket, that actually fits, and he loves it! He can float around a little more freely now. We've actually started to teach him how to kick...and he's doing it!!! We went yesterday and he stayed in the pool for over 30 minutes. Our normal "in-pool" time is about 15 to 20 minutes, tops.

I think he's finding a sense of independence with the new life jacket, so he wants to swim more. He does also get fascinated watching the older kids play. He's dying to join them, I can see it in his eyes! What a little fish!

Plus, to add to the good weekend, I've lost 4 pounds now! I'm so happy! I'm going to kick it up a bit, because I was a slacker last week- but hey, I'll take the 4 pounds!