alphabet flashcards

Today I was thinking that I really need to start doing more with Parker at home. He LOVES the iphone...way too much..and watching episodes of Diego on Netflix. The child is 10Xs better than me at electronics and he's only 2! He just started preschool on Tuesday and goes twice a week but on the other days I don't feel like he's being challenged enough. I've been online looking up games, cards and coloring sheets that I can print off at home. Much easier, much much cheaper.
Printed this matching game off of nickjr.com called Sea Friends matching. Parker likes Umizoomi and aquatic creatures so I figure its a win win.



Yesterday we went to Half Price Books. I bought Parker some Thomas the Train number cards for $2.98 then realized I probably could have just made those on the computer. But I didn't so that made me think about Alphabet flashcards.

I looked some up and actually found several that I liked. Then I came across this lovely lady

If you are a mom or just someone who likes to make things yourself (or like me you like to attempt to make things) check out this blog! Just browsing I've seen crafts for the kiddos, small clothing items (i.e cute retro aprons!), recipes etc. Definitely worth a look. Not to mention I found these adorable alphabet flascards. Just what I was looking for :)



I couldn't quite figure out how to make the picture a link to where it's located on her site...I know it's sad, I'll figure it out one day. You can however head over to her cute little blog and go to printables :)

Email Issues

I realize I just posted...like literally a few minutes ago but I really need to have a me moment and complain about school. YES, I'm still in school. I go to EKU here in Kentucky and I swear I've never been to a more complicated school. Don't get me wrong it's an awesome place but it seems like I'm always encountering some kind of problem. For example yesterday I went to log into my email...didn't work...today I went to long into blackboard to do some homework..didn't work. For some odd reason the system changed some of my information and changed the numbers at the end of my username..really? Don't you think that it's kind of weird it randomly decided to say "hey you, let me make your day even harder,"...I'm hoping it will be fixed by tomorrow since I have several assignments due this weekend.

Hoping to see that one of these days!


The husband just went to the post office. He will be graduating in May with a Masters in Health Administration so he's been applying to fellowships all over the place. I think it's cute that he's so nervous about it! We're hoping to know by Thanksgiving whether we're staying in Lexington or making a big move. Which also means I better figure out the deal on student teaching but we'll save those details for another rainy day!

Happy Wednesday!

I have several pictures I need to post from the past week/weekend. Of course I can't find the camera cord though...go figure right?! If you don't already know...I lose things... A LOT!
For now here are some things I think I might purchase soon!


Everyone needs a necklace with their initial right? I figure since I don't own anything gold, this would be a good first. Ya think?



I also really want a new bedspread. We're totally using one that my husband's mom gave us. Guess how old it is? She had it when she owned a water bed. Oh yeaaa....


I really like this one but I wonder if the orange is too bright? I want something that's inviting but I want to be able to coordinate it well in the future too... It's normally $240 and it is 63% off right now... 89 bucks for a KING size duvet cover = pretty fantabulous to me!


I took the "what's your bedroom style" quiz on HGTV.com and this is what I got: "Cottage style is comfortable and uncomplicated," explains Layla Palmer of The Lettered Cottage (www.theletteredcottage.net). "To achieve the look, blend the fresh with the familiar. Flank windows with airy curtains to allow natural light to pour in. Decorate with painted furniture, textural accessories, time-worn finishes and colors inspired by nature." The cozy atmosphere is enhanced with softly hued, but lively, patterns like checks, stripes and florals"
I do very much like the cottage style. I love bright, airy and inviting spaces. All of which my house screams nothing of at the moment! However, I'm not sure that's what I was going for in my bedroom.


On another note I like these too...


You can find all of this stuff here: http://www.hautelook.com


Hope you're having a good Wednesday!

I forgot to mention...

Omaword.

I realized that while introducing the fam yesterday, I forgot two very important members! If they read this [which of course they can] they would be highly upset.

Here they are: Charlie & Bailey.







Robert & I adopted these guys before we even lived together. They had a hard time adjusting when Parker was first born but now everyone seems to get along pretty well. VERY thankful for that. I'm sure you'll hear some good and bad talk about in posts to come about these trouble makers.

In other news we've been having a lazy Sunday morning. Mommy is about to get her "me" time because Parker is heading for a nap. And if you didn't know "me" time is code for laundry and dishes. I'm so lucky I know ;)

Oh & if you happen to live in the Lexington area today is "Touch a Truck" day at Keeneland! We've never been but hear it's a great time for the kiddos! $15 per car load and everything inside is free...including lunch from O'Charley's...YUM!

http://www.zvents.com/z/lexington-ky/touch-a-truck--events--198893845

Once again I am going to try and give the blogging world a go. The first time I tried I realized it was more of a personal journal for myself and my family. This time around it will still most definitely have LOTS about my family, especially my pride & joy (aka Parker) but I hope to also include things that will keep you coming back to read this little blog of mine!

So without further ado, let me introduce you...

Emily & Robert.



Parker



Handsome, isn't he? I like to think he's the best looking guy...EVER. Maybe, we shouldn't tell his Dad that K?