We’ve been busy. Seems like a lot going on with everything.
Still no bites on the house. We’re listing it with a realtor tomorrow. I think it’s tough to decide how much money we are willing to lose on this. But if we can get into a nice house in this market, maybe it’s all worth it. It’s a little stressful.
Andrew got his first black and blue mark today. Lois’ father was freaking out because we let him play on the hardwood and tile floors without having pillows surrounding him or a helmet and pads on him. No less than 2 minutes later, Andrew tries to stand up holding onto the table leg and WHAM! Right in the noggin.
Pop-pop spent the rest of the night chiding us about being uncaring mommies. Imagine what that’s going to look like tomorrow.
Today, we also got our first family photo in a while. It’s the only one we have where Andrew is not crying and we’re not covered in spit up.
Everything is well with us. Lois absolutely loves her job. We’re also kind of entertaining opening a business that may possibly be a franchise opportunity. Yes, let’s add more to our over-full plate. We’ll see.
Sorry we’ve had a lot of radio silence lately. I need to really focus on work and some other things. We are not forgetting all of our friends out there! We’re just playing a little catch up.
Bevin said,
October 29, 2007 at 2:51 am
You guys are so cute!
Sara said,
October 29, 2007 at 3:09 am
You guys look great, and I’m glad you’re just busy and that the silence isn’t due to something else. Sorry A had to feel the bump, but I’m sure it won’t be his last!!
Good luck on making all of the decisions you have before you!
ELLIE said,
October 29, 2007 at 5:24 am
That picture looks awesome….really great family portrait…
Sorry A got a bump…I wish you the best selling your condo..hang in there…everything will fall into place!
Peace
vee said,
October 29, 2007 at 8:32 am
Ouch! Poor A. That bruise reminds me of my little brother who used to develop cartoon-sized lumps every time he banged his head. Never did learn. Never did him any lasting harm though.
Lovely family shot as well.
Good luck with the house/business stuff.
SassyFemme said,
October 29, 2007 at 10:25 am
Love that family picture!!!
Keeping my fingers crossed for you on the house!
Kim said,
October 29, 2007 at 11:23 am
Poor lil bruised noggin’.
Love the family pic!
Melissa said,
October 29, 2007 at 12:36 pm
I’m sure it will be the first of many bumps with that little one
I LOVE your family picture!!!!!
Wendy said,
October 29, 2007 at 12:40 pm
Beautiful family picture!
maeby said,
October 29, 2007 at 1:10 pm
Stunningly beautiful family picture!
meg said,
October 29, 2007 at 1:47 pm
I understand the silence! It happens when we get busy… no worries!
I absolutely love the family photo! Very pretty fall background and you guys all look so happy.
Way to put the smack down on the Redskins yesterday… woah!!!!!!!!!! The big game is next Sunday!!!!
B said,
October 29, 2007 at 2:48 pm
Great family pic! Bad mommies? Whateva! He’s going to bump his head..and other things..it’s just going to happen. You guys are great mommies!
Keri said,
October 29, 2007 at 3:35 pm
What a great family photo! You all look so happy!
Excited to hear about this business opportunity…it’s always good to have things on the back burner. Not that you have any more room but…
Shannon said,
October 29, 2007 at 5:12 pm
Aww, sorry to hear about Andrew’s first bump on the head, but he’ll have many more like that. Poor little babies take a lot of hard knocks. I love love love the family photo!! It’s beautiful.
MaMaMia said,
October 29, 2007 at 6:16 pm
Love the family photo! Have a fun Halloween!
merr said,
October 29, 2007 at 7:15 pm
First owie but definately not the last!
I love love love the family pic!! You guys look great and the background is awesome!
amy said,
October 29, 2007 at 7:38 pm
that picture is great! not only is he looking at the camera, but smiling too. super cute!
nailgirl24 said,
October 29, 2007 at 8:36 pm
Cameron got his first black eye courtesy of the baby rocking chair. I love love love the picture. You guys look fantabulous.
holly said,
October 29, 2007 at 8:42 pm
Thanks for the positive comments about the family picture. I hate looking at pictures of myself. I always tell Lois that we are a one-sided couple when it comes to the looks department. She is the cute one! Not sure what I bring to the table. LOL!!!
The background is the front yard at Lois’ parents’ house. It worked out perfectly. We tried to snap pictures while there weren’t any cars driving right behind us! LOL!
j. k-c. said,
October 29, 2007 at 10:22 pm
Amazing family photo…you are all so photogenic!
rachelle said,
October 30, 2007 at 2:03 am
my kid slams his head like 8 times a day on our hardwoods. just happens. so be it. he’s still tearing around like a tazmanian devil anyway. such a cute photo. we need to get one too.
byzanicon said,
October 30, 2007 at 3:55 am
Love the family photo!
The first few bumps are always a bit scary for us adults, but they’re inevitable and really quite minor in the big scheme of things. Pop-pop loves his little grandbaby, so he’s concerned. Sounds like he’s over-reacting a bit, though. Can’t protect them every waking minute.
Isaac has had his share of scuffles with coffee tables.
Melissa said,
October 30, 2007 at 1:21 pm
Beautiful photo of you three. I definitely would not call it a lopsided family in the looks department…you are all adorable and look perfect together. Head bumps are inevitable but we still try hard to protect their noggins. Sophie loves to “walk” by pushing the ottoman on wheels right over to the (marble) fireplace…causing anyone in the vicinity to shriek “Grab her!” Ah, toddlerhood…such a relaxing time, LOL! We’ve had to move the playpen into the garage while our house is being shown by realtors…and we really miss it! Good luck with your house sale and house-hunting. We truly empathize!
Caroline said,
October 30, 2007 at 2:18 pm
Love the family photo. You guys are too cute.
Kori said,
October 30, 2007 at 2:23 pm
Poor little baby boy! Wow, if that’s his first.. You are doing great.. There will be many more and you can’t put pillows everywhere he goes..
Your wonderful parents.
Darling picture, I LOVED it! What an adorable family.. Love the leafs.. We need to get out and get some!
Md&b said,
October 30, 2007 at 2:24 pm
the family photo looks great, what a beautiful time of year. Ouch on the forehead bump, hope it looks ok today!
kittenroar5 said,
October 31, 2007 at 12:48 am
Poor baby head! Kiss!
The family pic is fabulous! He’s growing so, so fast!
ajs4ever said,
October 31, 2007 at 1:59 am
The family photo is just adorable! I love the trees in the background- stunning! Good luck on your new business venture and with the house hunting and selling:) Give A a big kiss- hope he is healing well:)
kjandthekids said,
October 31, 2007 at 6:27 am
GREATEST family picture.
I go away for a few days and you try and KILL the kid. GEEEEZE !
Poor meatball ! luckily there was no sauce on this one !
dis said,
November 1, 2007 at 3:18 am
That is SUCH a beautiful picture. Ya’ll should have that framed!
Jocelyn said,
November 1, 2007 at 4:25 am
That picture is FANTASTIC! It should be your Christmas card. You ALL look gorgeous. Andrew looks super happy, and if a bonk on the head makes you bad mommies, then I must be a horrible one. Henry’s had more bonks and bumps than I care to remember. I still freak out every time, but I know it’s par for the course.
Happy Halloween!
Clare said,
November 2, 2007 at 3:39 am
It is good to have the first bump over !
Lovely family photos
Stacey said,
November 2, 2007 at 1:25 pm
Awww sorry about the bump on Andrew’s head. Hope it’s all healed. Riley has bruised her head too from falling on toys.
Love the family picture!!!
Lisa said,
November 2, 2007 at 10:47 pm
I love your family picture!
You guys made it this far before the first bump? You are parental goddesses.