Ready for the snow suit and sled:)

Ten on Tuesday

1. What is your favorite kind of cheese?
I love all cheese. My favorite is probably mozzarella.

2. Do you prefer fudge with or without nuts?
with

3. How do you feel about cats?
If I could keep it as a kitten forever, maybe I'd like it. But a litter box, ew. And those claws in my thigh, not cool.

4. Meg Ryan or Julia Roberts?
Hands down, Julia.

5. Do you wear a watch?
Nope, but would probably. I've got a really nice Citizen watch that is one link too small and I'm not sure where my extras are. I got it as a graduation gift a long time ago but it's simple and still in style.

6. What are a few of your favorite songs from the 90′s?
Hmm...not sure. Probably some strange hip hop/rap songs. I'd have to listen to the 90's station on Sirius to answer this one better.

7. Do you like scented candles?
Some of them. Most of them give me a headache. I've recently fallen in love with my Iced Caramel Macchiato.

8. What do you like on your hamburger?
I'm pretty plain and simple, but have grown to like lettuce, ketchup, mustard, and cheese.

9. How often do you cut your fingernails?
At least every week and a half, sometimes once a week. Mine grow really fast and are thick, but I prefer them short.

10. Do you sleep in socks?
Only if I’m really cold when I go to bed, and they're usually off by morning.

My thoughts on life right now:
Yes, Steph, two blog posts in one day!!! Now if only I could get the rest of the things I need to do done. :)

Tree Trimming

{such a big boy...he can do it "all myself"}

{our tree}

Wow, this is the fifth Christmas Sean and I have decorated for in our own home, and Aidan's 3rd Christmas! My how time flies. Honestly I think our tree was empty before Aidan came along, since half the ornaments have to do with him. This year Aidan wanted to help out and put the ornaments on the tree all by himself. We let him do a few, then he got sidetracked by The Grinch, and we repositioned a couple too. The tree looks great and Aidan had a good time helping us out. Now I want to wrap gifts to put under the tree. Of course we'll have to wait for Santa for all the good stuff, but for now we can put a few under there for friends and family.

Speaking of gifts, I really need to finish shopping. I still need to finish Sean, which is the most difficult of the few gift receivers still on the list. There's a couple of things we need to pick up for Aidan too. Also, I never make gifts easy and have a handful that require work on my part to be complete. Next year, it's all gift cards...just kidding!

My thoughts on life right now:
Must shop this week, and get ready for our fifth annual Christmas party.
Want to bake cookies, just not sure what kind. Will probably send some to school for a gift for the kiddies and a few close ones.
Still working on losing weight and would love to drop ten in the next few months.

Ten on Tuesday

1. What do you order at Starbucks?
In the generally once a year visit, I get hot chocolate. Last year I believe it was some kind of peppermint mochacchino.

2. Where is your favorite place to eat breakfast?
Right now my favorite place is Rode's for their breakfast buffet. Yum.

3. Are you on Twitter? Why or why not?
No. And to be honest, I'm not really sure what it is. However, if it involves status updates more often than one boring person should update...sign me up!

4. What is your favorite Christmas movie?
Hmm, that’s a hard one. Probably Elf. I love a movie that makes me laugh out loud. Also love the Prep and Landing movies on tv.

5. Are you a good gift giver?
I'd say most of the time. I lack confidence in my gifts though, so sometimes even if they are great I worry they aren't. Sometimes I come up with the great idea after I have already given a gift. Bummer. It's the thought that counts, right? :)

6. Do you like your handwriting?
Eh, it's alright. Especially for a teacher. If I take my time, it can be much nicer than it appears the majority of the time.

7. Is your signature legible?
Yup.

8. Have you ever been to New York during Christmas season?
Yes, and I love it. Well, minus the freezing temperatures.

9. Are there any items that you are completely brand loyal?
Heinz ketchup, Downy or Bounce for fabric softener, and Dawn dish soap. Probably others that I can't think of.

10. Who is your favorite public speaker?
Um, not sure. I'll go with Jimmy Rollins because he's entertaining and down to earth.

My thoughts on life right now:
Less than 20 days until Christmas, seriously?
Time to shop!
Loving Aidan more and more every day!
I forgot to blog about a VERY busy weekend last weekend. {might have to post-date that one!}

Aidan Elf

Ten on Tuesday

Ten on Tuesday questions taken from Crystal who gets them from:

(if i knew how to make it clicky, i would)

1. Where are you from? Have you lived there your whole life?

I'm from a little town in South Jersey. I haven't lived here my whole life. I started out in further south, moved a little farther north in the summer of 5th grade, then moved a town over, then back to the town after 5th grade. So far I've lived in at least 5 houses and that's not counting college. :)

2. How would you classify your clothing style?

Casual - Classic - Comfortable - Cheap {totally stole this right from Crystal...definitely my style classification, if you call what I have style}

3. What kind of car do you drive?

A 2008 Honda Pilot. Very reliable and safe.

4. What would your dream home look like if you could have it (or already do!)?

Although I'm thankful for what we have, it's no where near my dream home or even forever home. I want something that greets me with a grand front porch and entrance, maybe a brick or stone front. There would be an open layout downstairs, with a large kitchen with lots of counters and cabinets that opens to the family room and dining room-perfect for entertaining. There would be at least 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, an office, and an awesome finished basement that would be perfect for game playing and watching tv. We'd also have an inviting and fun playroom for the kiddies. I'd love to have an attic (walk up would be dreamy) to store all the crap we've got. And while we're at it better throw in a 2 or 2 1/2 car garage, large backyard, and patio for entertaining.

5. Do you have kids, and if so, how many and how old were you when you had them?

I have one son. I had him the day before my 26th birthday.

6. What is your favorite hobby?

Shopping? I don't really have a hobby but sure wish I did. I used to ride horses, and would like to get back to that because I REALLY miss it. Now I'm just afraid to get hurt and not be able to take care of Aidan.

7. Are you going to have any New Year’s resolutions for 2011?

I hate resolutions because then I feel like I've failed if I don't follow through. Mine is always to lose weight and get in shape, but I can't seem to achieve that goal. I would love to lose 10-15 pounds, so my resolution is to get to the gym at least twice a week.

8. What is something, if anything, that you’d want to change about yourself?

I would love to lose the weight, then I think I'd have more energy and be less grumpy. Besides the physical aspect, I'd love to be more carefree. I'm kind of uptight sometimes and find it hard to let loose.

9. What is something that you love about yourself?

This shouldn't be that hard, right?...I'm a good mom-wife-teacher, even if I'm tough on myself some days.

10. Pick one of the following: Someone to cook for you, someone to do your laundry, or someone to do your dishes.

Well that's not too hard...definitely someone to cook for me, we eat out toooo often {hence the extra weight}. I've got Sean to do the dishes and laundry, even if it is a few days after they should be done. ;)

My thoughts on life right now:

I'm tired.

Thanksgiving Eve

This was Aidan's entertainment on Thanksgiving Eve at Uncle Colby and Aunt Meg's house. Jeff played for a little before handing it over to Aidan where he had a grand time strumming away. Too bad I only had my cell phone to take a picture. What a cutie.

My thoughts on life right now:
I'm most thankful for Sean and Aidan, who hold my hands through the rollercoaster that life sometimes provides.