DIY

I am not too big into DIY projects...at least at this point in my life. But I do like to dabble in them from time to time. Of course, I do scrapbook but that is different!

While waiting for Adam to arrive I did make a star name display for his room. I found all of the materials at Michael's and spent until $10. The scrapbooking paper is Bo Bunny and it's from Archivers. The print on the paper was the inspiration for the alien/space/star theme of his room. I also decorated a frame for his dresser with the same red paint and characters from the scrapbooking paper.

To make the star name display I:
* painted the stars red
* painted the edges of the letters blue
* glue scrapbooking paper to letters, using mod podge, and then cut around letter shape with an exacto knife.
* went back when dry to touch up blue paint on sides of letters
* glued letters to stars with wood glue
* let dry and then mounted to the wall using photo frame holders (since they are so light weight)

We placed this star name display on the wall by Adam's crib. He enjoyed looking at it and the colors contrast nicely against his wall.

LOST

Ahhh, I love LOST! Such a great show....so good that I am watching over again. I know I mentioned it in my previous post but I wanted to devote a whole post to the show since it's THAT good!!!!

Currently Adam is sleeping and I am catching up on e-mails, Facebook and such. My show of choice to watch during this time (and during Adam's feedings and pumping) is LOST. Netflix has it on it's streaming option and since we have a Roku player I can stream it right to the TV in the living room. Very convenient!

I started re-watching the series about a month ago and am now just starting season 4. It's so great to watch again knowing all the secrets and mysteries of the show. I am picking up little hints and clues about what is to come along the way. Very fun!!!!

*****Spoiler Alert*******

If you haven't watched the show and plan on it, do not read any further!


Here are some of my favorite show moments:

When Jin and Sun are reunited after the raft attempt and he returns to the island with the "tailies", Sawyer and Michael.

When John discovers the hatch and blows it open

When Charlie saves the day (sad...but great episode)

When Sawyer jumps from the helicopter and ends up back on the island and meets Juliet on the beach and they see the smoke from the freighter

There are SO many more but those are just a few of my favorites...more to come. I found the following two pictures on the web...cool!

Maternity Leave

I have been on maternity leave for about 7 1/2 weeks. It's awesome and I have LOVED having the time with Adam. We keep pretty busy by visiting friends and family or just running errands around River Falls and Hudson. Of course, I take plenty of pictures of Adam too. He must be sick of me shoving the camera in his face! Here is a recent shot:

We have been so lucky to have such nice weather this fall. Today is a bit on the chilly side so we have stayed inside. Adam has actually be sleeping for a while now which is why I have some extra time to blog. Granted the kitchen isn't cleaned up and the laundry isn't started...but I have enjoy scrapbooking and some TV time. My latest show is LOST. I watched it while it aired on TV but it's been fun to re-watch it. I have a lot of downtime for TV when feeding Adam or pumping so I get to see quite a few episodes in a day. Next up for TV series viewing will be Grey's and then Parenthood.

I am looking forward to going back to school and will be ready when the time comes. I think I am most anxious about the transition and figuring out everything that comes with the change of going back to work; getting Adam to daycare, pumping, getting enough sleep, and lesson planning! I know it will all fall into place but I can't help but be a little anxious already. Of course, I am going to miss being home with Adam and having so much time together but I also really miss teaching at this point and am excited to get back!