Kay-da-Boo

Exactly a year ago today, I was sitting in my sister's hospital room waiting for the arrival of the most precious little boy to come into this world. Waiting is an understatement, more like pacing back and forth and trying to contain my excitement!

Today that little boy is One years old. It's beyond crazy how times flies. Although Caden has only been in the world for a year, it feels as though he has been here all along. To say I'm obsessed with Caden is an understatement, he is pure sunshine on any day!

I wish whole-heartily that I could be there for your birthday, Caden, my heart is with you today as it is always! Happy Birthday sweet boy!

Last weekend was my niece, Rebekah's fifth birthday! Rebekah has grown to be such a sweet little girl, a true Montgomery for Rebekah has the tendency to be soft-spoken yet boastful. I cannot believe she is already 5 and off to Kindergarden. Time.....where does it go?

I also took my first stab at making beef stroganoff, this past Wednesday, it came out fairly well if I do say so myself. A few hundles along the way, a couple of mishaps but nothing this chef couldn't overcome!The Hubby certainly wasn't complaining, he is always up for my adventures in the kitchen.

Especially if the food is tasty and leaves him on a full stomach :)

The Hubby wasn't the only one craving some beef stroganoff, our Dexie insisted on joining his parents at the table for the delicious view, as well as a few samplings.

I would rate this evening a 4 out of 5, for the meal needed a pinch more of flavor, but the company was nothing short of fabulous!

Hope everyone has a delighful-fun-filled weekend!

 

Across the Pond

Explore.Dream.Discover.

I dream of the day, most frequently on a daily occurrence, of walking into the British Airways terminal and making those relatively small steps onto the aircraft and closer to my dream of traveling through the United Kingdom. If you really know me you know I love absolutely anything British, the culture, the language, the history, absolutely everything! Lately, I have been encompassing my time by researching and making elaborate day schedules of where I would travel, the times I would visit the museums and the lavish gardens on the Windsor estates. The Roman Baths, The Shambles, Stonehenge, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, the London Eye, Elizabeth Tower, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Piccadilly Circus. I could continue onto a much longer list of all the places I truly wish to see and experience. Ever since I was little I have been attracted to the culture and heritage of  all things English. Not to mention the accent is to die for! 

Windsor Castle-courtesy of their Official Travel site

The Vatican City-courtesy of their Official Travel Site

 

Is it absolutely ridiculous to plan a trip when I have no idea when I could travel across the pond? I wish I could drop everything and just go! Travel to the unknown, experience what the world truly has to offer, and learn along the way. My need to travel and experience the world I believe hinders me, unfortunately unbeknownst to me the majority of the time. There are so many opportunities I want to grab a hold of and accomplish and I know patience is a virtue, but this virtue is just something I have not been graced with. What would truly happen if I were to book the flights to Heathrow airport? Believe me, my fascination is not only with England, it is also with Italy, Scotland and Ireland. I dream of traveling through Italy and experiencing the pastries, pastas and their love of life. In short the only three words that have been circling around in my head for the past months have been:

 

And One Day I Shall!

Until that day arrives I am much busy this weekend with my Niece's birthday, The Hubby participating in 5k Hog Run, my Mom comes into town and of course all things wonderful and filled with sprinkles! Happy Hump Day to all! 

Grounding

 ”Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon ‘em.” - William Shakespeare

Every now and then I tend to fall through the cracks of life, submitting to my lack of faith, belief confidence in myself. There is really no reason for my fall into the darkness of self-pity, it just tends to happen. Here I am yet again, on the rise. If you want change in your life, you have to be that change.

Over the weekend, The Hubby and I went on a mini-date to 900 (degree) Woodfired Pizza, a true homage to Italian pizza. The Hubby wasn't a particular fan, but oh how I loved it! 

Afterwards we ventured over to Barnes & Noble, which so happens to be a usual occurrence for us on Friday evenings. As we walk along, through aisles and aisles of books I had an overcoming need to venture to the Art section. I haven't been to this particular section in months, maybe close to years, but I felt I need to be there. And suddenly, after only 15 minutes I was overcome with ideas, thoughts and inspiration.

Lucky, I have added inspiration from The Hubby would supports my artistic-side. I may have walked away from the Arts, for numerous reasons, but I am ready to be submerged back into the life I once knew and had. 

Side-Note: Over the weekend, besides my new found enlightenment, The Hubby and I did a little household project together, while he insisted it was 'crafts'. I think it looks just darling! Pictures to come!

Dexter and his cousin, Rocky had a sleep-over this weekend

"A Wish is a Dream your Heart Makes"

June 21st was The Hubby's 25th birthday, and what to do for a man who is all about celebration? Well, I choose to beat him at his own game. As a surprise to my husband, the goober-cheerleader of America and anything American (sports, politics, foods, beers) I decided to capture his dream over the weekend. We went to Washington, D.C. a dream/goal of his since....well since I have known him.

Because I cannot even fathom putting into words the trip to Washington D.C. for The Hubby's birthday, you will just have to make do with the photos below. Enjoy!