Author Archives: joshandkorey

How do you know?

With tomorrow’s promising ultrasound on the horizon, I’ve been wondering how people dealt with not knowing the gender of their baby until birth. I actually can’t imagine it! Here are some old wives’ tales and other methods of “knowing”: The … Continue reading

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Avocado

This week finds baby O at 4.5 inches long and 3.5 ounces. Things are starting to move into their appropriate position, like eyes and ears, and the scalp prepares for hair. Babycenter for week 16 Oh yeah, and we should … Continue reading

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Drywall is up!

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Tough times

I am not a fan of the economy right now. I am not a fan of layoffs, or reduced hours, or the loss of morale that comes from the “popcorn” layoff (like SURPRISE! You’re unemployed.)…I’m also not a fan of what … Continue reading

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Before we close the wall…

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Two more from the living room

A before and after? Maybe I should call it before and during… Friday I came home to this big hole in the back of the house! This is where our sliding door was. And this morning: doors installed, plastic covering … Continue reading

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More birthday pictures

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The home reno process continues!

Well, folks, we are at it again! Welcome to Remodel Phase 2 The slider is gone and a new door frame is in place. J removes wood paneling from walls Our new door will be 1.5′ narrower so that we … Continue reading

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Words you should stop saying

I’m going to go ahead and tell you two words (in combination) that you should make an effort to remove from your speech patterns. If you can go ahead and stop saying them you will find that you sound more … Continue reading

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I’m a sad, sad girl

I’m so sad, and tired, of seeing my friends and co-workers lose their jobs. It’s disheartening and scary. Today I lost a dear friend to budget concerns, and my days will never be the same here. It’s so hard to … Continue reading

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