AIT, take two!

Bryan has officially started school at Fort Meade and so far, so good. I'm also getting the hang of the "single mom" thing, I only wish there was a bit more adult interaction in my day to day life, but a park date later today should fix that. I'm really luck to have such a chill little boy, otherwise, I'm sure this would be a totally different experience.

Bryan says that this round of AIT is much more hardcore than AIT three years ago. His first step is to pass a voice test, so please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. I have a tremendous amount of faith in him, but the fact that so much is riding on him passing a voice test is a bit intimidating for even me.

He will be home for Christmas and I'm already looking forward to a festive date night. I'm thinking sushi and "New Years Eve" at the box office. That movie looks amazing, I'm dying to see it! Star studded cast, much?

Oh, hi!

Hi, Stranger Bloggers!

I've been totally MIA and I totally slacked on my "month of thanks" posts! However, thoughts of thankfulness were not far from my mind. We had a fabulous little Thanksgiving and I am amazed by how much I have to be thankful for.

Bryan left this morning for Fort Meade, he will be there doing AIT round 2 until March 16, which is also my birthday! As far as we know, there's no reason he won't be home for Christmas, so it was just a short goodbye for now. That didn't stop me from getting a little misty though. I will miss him, I love where our marriage is at and he is just so damn fun to be around.

Bryan also took Aydan's Christmas pictures!

What I am Thankful For - Days 8,9,10 & 11

Day 8: I am thankful for Sesame Street, it is the only show that Aydan really seems to enjoy and that's fine by me. I've never really wanted him to be into TV but once I really took the time to watch Sesame Street, I was hooked! How can you resist sweet Elmo's face?! It seems to be one of the rare shows that really is educational and fun.

Day 9: I'm thankful for coupons, I've used them before but I've been trying very hard to really use them a lot more. I love watching my total drop down at the register.

Day 10: I am thankful for www.tinyprints.com, their collection of Christmas cards this year is making my decision so hard but I am loving all the different styles. I think our Christmas card will definitely be making a statement this year!

Day 11: I am thankful for veterans, both of my Grandfather's and two of my uncles served this country proudly and I am so honored to have them in my life. And of course, my amazing husband and all of his colleagues who have made sacrifices so that they, too could be a part of our wonderful Armed Forces. I am so grateful for this day to honor these amazing men and woman. Thanks will never be enough.


And with my love of coupons and Elmo, I think I will be adding "Let's Rock! Elmo" to aydan's Christmas list and using my $5 off coupon at the register!

St. Jude and Target: Two of my Favorite Things

I have not jumped on the Christmas bandwagon yet, I promise, but I have made note of a little something that I will most definitely be adding to my holiday decor. I love Target and I love their little mascot, "Bullseye." I also have a very special place in my heart for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the care that they provide to the little people that need it most. 




This little cutie will be the first thing displayed in my home after the turkey leftovers have been put away. He is just about as cute as they come and 100% of the profits will benefit St. Jude's. The cause warms my heart and the store makes me happy, now that is most definitely a win. 

What I am Thankful For - Days 5,6,7

I've fallen a bit behind on actually posting, but I have been counting my blessings, for sure.

Day 5: I am thankful for my husband. Throughout everything, he's been there for me. He dried my tears when I experienced my first loss, held my hand when I was scared and he truly is my best friend, no one else can make me laugh like that man, I have a blast with him. We have learned so much together and throughout all the up's and downs that are life, there is no one else I'd rather have by my side.

Day 6: I am thankful for the Rock and Roll marathon, I was very lucky to meet some awesome runners from all over the country at work this weekend. Not only did they kick some serious runner's ass, but they were so kind and so gracious towards the citizens of Savannah, it was very sweet. The extra 23,000 visitors also helped my wallet!

Day 7: I am thankful for Fall. While everyone jumps the gun on Winter/Christmas, I am thoroughly enjoying my last Savannah Fall. The weather is cooler and let me just tell you, Aydan looks awesome in some blue jeans! I love Thanksgiving and I'm very excited to see how Aydan likes our Thanksgiving feast!

What I am Thankful For - Day 4

Day 4:

I am thankful for my Roomba. This thing is intense, a little robot that travels around my living area and sweeps up little toddler messes?!? Yes, please!

Aydan seriously hides crumbs somewhere in his body and then creates a trail of them around my house. Well, Roomba to the rescue. We make a great team; Roomba sweeps up the mess while I do the dishes, prep for dinner or sit on my rear and I go behind him with the mop after he's finished. :)

Thank you, little Roomba.

What I am Thankful For - Day 3

Day 3:

I am thankful to be the momma of the most beautiful, sweet, cuddly, vivacious little boy I've ever met. He is easy-going, he smiles constantly and his giggle is contagious. There's not a single thing I would ever change about him, I literally love every minute and every up and down with him.