I'm sure tomorrow will be full of pictures from this year, but today we're going to throw it back to last year! Clay was only a couple months old so we just went with a PJ monster outfit that he was able to wear to daycare for the day.
Come back tomorrow to see which costume we picked!
...I forgot to title my post yesterday so it just says "untitled." It's gonna stay that way.
...I'm glad I work late tomorrow. Clay is adjusting to his new class at daycare so he just comes home and cries for an hour before bed. I hate missing bedtime but this just makes me sad and I could really do without witnessing it tomorrow.
...I watch Scandal twice every week. I'm not super obsessed (yeah, right) but I feel like it's one of those shows where you always miss something the first go round.
...I kinda like being in bed by ten with my cup of Sleepytime tea and a book. Nerd grandma alert.
...I have new friends hanging out over there on the side. Go check out the "florkens!" We were paired up for the Bigs & Littles Blogging Network and you'll be hearing more about them around here for sure!
...I really stink at the whole flirting/dating thing. And reading signals? Forget about it. Then you add a toddler into the mix? Ehh, at least I don't have to worry about being a bed hog?
...I have at least five unfinished projects lying around and I still go to Pinterest everyday looking for more. Stop me.
...I've gotten Clay three different costumes. In my defense, they were all under $10 each and he should be able to wear a couple of them next year. Just wait til you see what the winner is!
...there's not a single picture in this post so you should just hightail it over to my Instagram for your Daily Clay!
So about that one time where I was sick forever and fell off the face of the blogging world...
We are finally on the mend which means there was plenty of picture taking happening in our little world this weekend.
Friday I had to work late so Clay was at dada's and mama hightailed it to the Teeter as soon as I was off to stock up on NyQuil. I then proceeded to sleep til noon on Saturday. Hallelujah!
On Saturday I picked little man up from grandma's and we headed to Target and Trader Joe's just searching for shenanigans to be had. As usual, Clay flirted with every woman who looked twice at him and had to say hi to everybody. Everybody. And then there was the dancing in Trader Joe's. And Clay trying to take a bite out of a gourd. Yes, that's my kid.
Sunday was full of cleaning, football/napping, and wreath making happiness.
And then it was Monday and we both woke up crying.
That's the only word I can use to describe the illness that has overtaken our house. If you need an idea of how things are going, here's this little gem from my IG feed:
And that's about all I have to say. Hopefully I'll be back tomorrow with the usual shenanigans.
Here's that nasty Monday again. The day of the week where I kick myself all day because I promised myself on Friday that I was going to write all my posts for the week, clean house, and run over the weekend. Bahahahaha. I crack myself up. In my defense I do have a super nasty cough and had a bazillion plans this weekend.
So on to what you're really here for: to see pictures that I've already posted on my Instagram feed; because if there's one thing I'm guilty of, it's over posting on Instagram.
My garland exchange package was waiting on me when I got home on Friday. Doesn't it look great on the brick wall? It perfectly matches the new (to me) couch that I got from Liz this weekend! I can't wait for the Christmas exchange! For details, go visit Emmy's blog.
On Saturday I woke up with a fever and an even worse cough. Luckily some Tylenol and cough syrup helped me get my butt in gear and finish up cookies and cupcakes for Liz's baby shower. It was so much fun to see everyone and after he got warmed up Clay had a blast dancing and being his little happy self.
On Sunday the cough reared it's ugly head again. Luckily Mike had Clay so I got to sleep in until 11:30! That afternoon I packed Clay up and we headed off to the park. He loved it! He's still a little unsure of the slides but we're working on it.
And this is when we get to the random hodgepodge of pictures: My sweet IG friend Erin sent me the sweetest note and the cutest earrings from the Splendor Shop (IG: @thesplendorshop). Liz gave us Chai tea mix and chocolates as a thank you for hosting her shower! I helped my friend Troy decorate his apartment this weekend and he has such fun old stuff that I felt the need to take pictures and share with you.
And that is all for the most random weekend update ever.
A while ago I signed up for the Falling into Fall swap because, let's be honest, everyone loves fall. I was paired up Libby from My Life as Mrs. G. I knew from the start that we were going to be perfect partners because we had such similar taste!
When I opened my box from Libby, I was blown away! This girl seriously knows how to spoil someone!! And each item was individually wrapped so I got to open a bunch of presents!
See. I told you. She's awesome!
Although I love it all, these are probably my two favorite things! That candle has definitely already been lit on multiple occasions.
And don't these earrings just scream fall???
She even included a PJ set for Clay Baby and cute little froggy bath toys!
I absolutely love it all! I'm definitely prepared for fall now!
Thanks, Libby!!!
Dear sweet boy,
There are a couple of things you should know about your mama: firstly, I get sappy weepy easily (stop rolling your eyes with your dad's "duh" look on your face), and I will hunt down any girl that breaks your heart (although said girl should be way more scared of your aunts).
Today I was on my way to grandma's to pick you up and I just started crying- like those ugly tears I'm sure you've seen me get. I realized there's going to come a time when you don't come to me when you get hurt (oh, gosh, here come the tears again). A time when you don't just crawl up into my lap to give me a hug then go back to playing.
You took your first steps yesterday and while I was SO ecstatic that you started taking steps, at the same time I could see you walking across that graduation stage on your way to being an adult.
I feel as though I've missed out on so much time with you already because there were dishes to put away or more laundry to fold or I just didn't put my phone or ipad down and play with you.
No more of that nonsense (I'm not saying I'm perfect and won't slip up every now and then). The dishes and the laundry and the emails can wait until your asleep. They certainly aren't going anywhere (trust me, I've tried). I just want to be there more.
The story behind my name isn't terribly interesting so you get to hear about mine and Clay's names. Lucky you :)
Jessica
Where it came from: It was the 80s and this was the most popular name that year. My parents got real creative I tell ya. (You can go to the social security page here to see the top 5 names for each year.)
What it means: I've seen three different meanings: Grace of God, rich, and "to see."
Verdict: I like it. For it to be to most popular name the year I was born, I've personally only known a few Jessicas. For the most part it only gets shortened to Jess when I'm in Charlotte because that's how my friend Liz introduced me to everyone. In Tennessee it's occasionally Jessi (which I don't hate but I don't love at all).
Lou
Where it came from: Lou was my grandma's (Linda Lou) and my mom's (Penny Lou) middle name so it was just a logical choice.
What it means: Renowned warrior (umm, ok?).
Verdict: I love it! I like that I have a name that's been passed down and I think it goes great with Jessica, even as Jessi Lou :)
Clay
Where it came from: My grandfather. He's Arlie Clay and if Clay had been a girl, the name Arleigh was on the table.
What it means: Mortal
Verdict: Of course I like it- I picked it out! I have gotten lots of compliments though and I love that it's not a trendy name.
Sidenote: I found this on Nameberry about Clay: "Clay is a rich, earthy one-syllable name with a southern-inflected handsome-rogue image, featured on soap operas and reality TV..."
Lucas
Where it came from: Full confession time: I watched too much One Tree Hill while I was pregnant (maybe the name Peyton was on the table too (for OTH & Manning)). I don't love the character Lucas but I do love his name! Fun fact- there's also a character named Clay on One Tree Hill!
What it means: From Luciana
Verdict: Love it- duh, I picked it! Although Clay was originally supposed to be called Clay Lucas all the time, he's now just Clay unless he's in trouble.
So it's Monday. I'm gonna keep it easy on all of our brains and just share pictures from the weekend with you. You're welcome :)
And the very best thing about this weekend that I didn't get a picture of: Clay took two steps! Go, baby, go!
see part one here.
Happy Sunday! If you're looking for some awesome blogs to follow, go check out these gals!
Katie shows off outfits that I would actually wear and most of the time she got them for a crazzzzy good steal and it makes me wish I had the patience for the Target clearance racks. She also just had an adorable little girl so the cuteness level at for Lauren and Lauren is off the charts!
I started following Michael when I joined her fantasy football league and quickly regretted not following her sooner! She's one of those bloggers that either makes me laugh or nod in agreement at almost every post!
Amanda's blogs was one of the very first that I started following. She also posts outfits I would actually wear and she has a cute dog! So maybe I'm obsessed with blogs involving babies and dogs, sue me.
Karly Kim: Good Enough to Read
Karly's posts are mostly pee my pants funny. Just go take a gander at her Karly's Keywords page. You won't regret it. Promise.
I feel like a broken record today. Sigh. Kelly posts cute outfits that I've always wanted to wear but they would look absolutely ridiculous on me! She also has the cutest little girl who is definitely the trendiest tot around!
Go on, check them out. You know you want to do it...
I know, I know. I've been a little MIA this week. All the better reason that you should be following me on Instagram where you can get your fill of Clay, my recent craft obsession, and yummy food.
On we go towards my favorite pictures from this week:
That's all for now! Happppppy weekend!
