A Beautiful Weekend

The pictures tell the story.  It was beautiful in more ways than one.  We are thankful this holiday season.

Lots of fun for the whole family!

Happy Holidays!

The Real Housewife of Sheboygan County

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

They say you should let sleeping dogs (and babies, and husbands) lie

I couldn't resist taking some Sunday morning shots

Slowly, they awakened.  

First was Paddy - "Pay attention to me!"

Then, the happy baby

Wide eyed and bushy-tailed

"Talk to me, Mama"

Soon, the bell was rung

And we went out to smell the flowers.

Wishing you a blessed Sunday.

The Real Housewife of Sheboygan County

Six & a 1/2 weeks: Things are starting to get uncomfortable!

Thought I would give a pregnancy update, as I only have 6 1/2 weeks left until my "guess" date and things are starting to get uncomfortable.  

 The doctor's visit on Monday went well, but I have started the twice weekly "non-stress" tests that will continue from now until I have the baby.  Although they consider this a "normal" pregnancy, I think it's precautionary because of my "advanced" maternal age.  ha, ha.

 Definitely "Apple" shaped right now.  Every time I put something in the microwave, I accidentally turn on the oven because my belly hits the buttons.  More than once I've almost started the "self-clean" cycle.

Finally, with my boy Paddy.  We have had him one year and one week, and I can honestly say, he is the smartest dog I've ever owned.  Also one of the most lovable.  He has been spending a lot of time on my lap lately, even though he's a little big to be a lap dog.  We think he'll do fine with the upcoming changes, but only time will tell.

 I hope to get some sewing done this week, as I have been ignoring my sewing machine in favor of my knitting projects.  The baby hats are coming along great, and I didn't make any mistakes while on vacation that I couldn't fix myself!  Quite an accomplishment!

See you soon!

The Real Housewife of Sheboygan County

Dog in the Snow

I guess it's a good thing that Paddy loves the snow since we live in Wisconsin.  I stand on the porch in my slippers and throw the ball.  He retrieves and runs around with so much joy, squeaking the ball like he's ringing in the New Year!  Finally, I retreat from the cold.

He stares at me through the storm door with a snowy nose, as if to say, "Please, just throw it a few more times!"  Mama is cold and she needs a snack.

Candy cane Joe-Joe's hit the spot with a cup of Chai Latte.  Mmmmm.  Maybe winter isn't so bad after all?

Have a happy Tuesday!

The Real Housewife of Sheboygan County