The State Fair of Texas

I went to the fair with Erin and Jason this year.  It was their first outing sans William and it was a blast.  We tried fried Frito pie, fried cheese curds, a corn dog and a jalapeño and cheddar corn dog, and a fried Twinkie.  I washed it all down with lemonade and root beer.  We also saw the dog show, the bird show and went to the petting zoo.  I can’t wait to go next year!  Though Jason told me they were going without me next year, so maybe I am not so cool after all.  I think I lost the cool points because I ate the corn dogs funny… But in my defense I don’t like mustard and I was avoiding it!  I will do better next time.  I promise.  Give me another chance!  Please.

Thursday Thoughts

One of the attorneys at my law firm has been giving me her treat receipt from Starbucks for a little over a week now.  I am a little embarrassed to say that I have gotten Starbucks every day this week.  I have no willpower to resist skinny iced pumpkin chai lattes or pumpkin chai frappuccinos. 

Today I noticed the price before the discount, and it was $5.25.  $5.25! That is completely ridiculous!  

We have two trials coming up in the first week of October.  I shouldn't have to speak at either of them, but I am nervous.  

I get to go to a Greek festival this weekend with Sarah.  I absolutely adore Greek food!  Bring on the hummus.

I got to see William (Erin & Jason's son), Jessica, Jacob, and Joseph (my cousin's children) last weekend.  I love children, and toddlers, and babies (oh my!).

I finished Ender's Game and had my book club on Monday.  I love the girls in my book club.  However, I fear we may need to re-name our group.  We talked for over 2 hours but the book only encompassed about 5 minutes of the conversation.  Is it bad that I don't mind that at all?!

We went to dinner for book club this week and ate for free.  I mean free.  We just payed for the tip, which was $4 a person.  As in less than my full priced Starbucks would be.  How have I never heard about this?

I bought some new workout cloths recently and I want an excuse to wear them.  Is it sad that clothes are a substantial reason for my motivation to workout?

Apparently our house is dishwasherless at the moment (transitioning from old to new).  I told my roommate this makes us wilderness women.  I think my definition of wilderness is off, but I like the term.  I am adding "be actual wilderness woman" to my life list.  However, I need to determine the proper definition first...

That's all I got.  Have a good one!

San Fran in Pictures

Thoughts on a Wet Wednesday

I survived my first week of Equipped Disciple 3. Ten more weeks of waking up at 5:30am and I will graduate.

I am almost finished with Ender's Game. I am loving the book but am a little sad for Ender's life and a little glad I am not a military genius.

I had my first pumpkin spice chi latte this morning. I am more than a little excited that fall is coming.

I am also excited that the next step in the Starbucks seasonal progression is the RED CUP! Does that mean I need to start Christmas shopping? Or at least thinking about Christmas shopping?

I leave for a trip to San Fransisco with one of my dear friends Alex tomorrow morning. I can't wait.

I am finding it hard to be productive at work this morning. I hope I get over it soon because I have a rather exhaustive to do list to get through by 6:30pm.

I got to see my brother twice while he was in Dallas during his week off.  We made Mexican meatloaf for our parents.  It turned out pretty well and I enjoyed cooking with my brother. I am sure my mother is overjoyed that we finally get a long well.  Just twenty-plus years in the making.

I survived the singles retreat and actually managed to have a good time.  I got some rest, recharged, was challenged in God's Word and chilled in the lake.  I am glad I went.  But yes, it did have its awkward moments.

That's all I got.  Have a great Wednesday and stay dry!

William

My best friend Erin has a baby!!!  William was born on Saturday, August 28, 2010 shortly after 10pm.  He weighed in at 9 pounds 8 ounces and is 22 inches long.  He has long fingers and toes and is going to be TALL.

William, you are so very loved!  You could not have better parents.  I acknowledge that I am extremely bias, but I think you will like them too.  Your daddy is hysterical and can talk to anyone.  It will take you time to understand his jokes, but I imagine you will catch on quickly and be just as hysterical soon enough.  Your mother is loyal and loves fiercely.  She will always speak the truth to you.  She will always see the best in you.  I cannot wait to watch you grow into a man.  I pray that you accept Christ at an early age and have a radical impact on your generation. I already love you little man!  Happy second day of life Will!

Erin, William, Jason

E, I am sorry for posting pictures of you at the hospital.  I could not help it.  You guys are so adorable!  Hopefully you will forgive me one day.  I promise I did not put any on facebook!  (Well, I did... but only the first one of William.)

Update

Blogging clearly has not been high on my list of things to do lately. I was just on one of my friend's blogs and noticed that it has been over a month since I last posted. Mine was the sad blog at the bottom of the blogroll that everyone feels sorry for. So I decided to change that and provide you all with a few quick updates:

1.  My brother moved to Canada a few weeks ago.  He works 7 days a week for 3 weeks straight and then gets to come home for a week.  I cannot imagine working 21 days straight.  It does not sound fun to me.  He will be home next weekend, and I am more than a little excited to see him. 

2.   My small group girls started 8th grade last week.  They are getting so big!  And I am left wondering how time is going by so quickly. 

3.   Next week will mark 1 year of full time employment with my firm (1 1/2 years of employment). 

4.   I am going on a singles retreat over labor day weekend.  I am terrified and yet sort of excited.

5.   My book club is reading Ender's Game this month.  It is a great book!  How have I never read it before?!

6.   Erin is going to be induced on Monday.  My best friend will have a baby next week.  So crazy! But I cannot wait to meet William! 

7.   I am going to San Fransisco for four days in a few weeks.  I am in the process of making a list of what I want to do while I am there. Any ideas?

Well, that is all I can think of off the top of my head.  Hope all is well!

Dominican Republic in Pictures

Laura’s Wedding

Better late than never, a few snap shots from the FitzWilliams wedding.  I didn’t get a picture with the bride… or even of the bride.  But I did capture a few other pics. Or Sarah did.  Which works too.

 

In four days...

I will be here.

I cannot wait! If I can only make it through the rest of the work week.  I have entered into the pre-vacation time warp where time stands still and yet productivity ceases. I am hoping to break through it. Unfortunately, my thoughts are on my packing list and my shopping list instead of billable hours. Maybe confessing my preoccupation to the blog world will snap me out of it. Either way, I wanted to show you all where I am headed. Look how pretty! I get to see the ocean and fish! I get to feel the warmth of the sun and sand between my toes on the beach! I am hoping to find a hammock to read a good book in.  Did I mention I am excited?!

But alas, it is only Tuesday and I do not leave until Saturday. So the time warp continues, and I have to get back to pretending to work.

Four more days!