Thursday Three - Little Mere

Three funny things about Mere's first day in Seattle.

1. I don't think these pictures need a caption.

2. When Mere said, "Home is where the macaroon is," in reference to our hunt for what we have heard are "to die for macaroons."  Trip one was unsuccessful, but we'll be back to the market for anther try.

3. We had to babysit tonight so two families in the ward could go and contact less active members.  At one point Mere said, "I am afraid that kid is going to punch me in the neck with that car."  Sadly, she wasn't joking!!  Quite an adventure.

We are all so glad that she is here.  Can't wait for more fun tomorrow!!

You must be joking

My friend Jenn was kind enough to let me tag along to swim lessons with her family so I could shop at the Albertsons across the street.  I didn't have enough to justify a delivery but still have enough that I needed a full size store, which they don't have downtown yet, so I jumped at the chance.  

On the way home she dropped me off in the parking garage and I got to the elevator and they were not working!  WHAT AM I GOING TO DO??  I have Blake, my big blue Ikea bag full of groceries, and a gallon of milk.  With frozens and meat needing to get in the fridge I made the dreaded walk to the stairs.  I did 12 flights of stairs carrying everything.  Blake knows how to do stairs, but it would have taken forever to get all the way to the top.  I am not sure if I will ever stop sweating or if my calfs will be the same again.

Days like today I dream of a garage!!

Bienvenido a call notes

As I sit here watching Blake dance to Billy Joel's River of Dreams (yes, I do own that cd) I wanted to give a shout out to those that have helped me get through my first three (almost) weeks in Seattle.  While there are so many perks and exciting things about living in Seattle, it has been a bit lonely.  Few friends, no stuff, new place.  You get the idea.  

First, my family.  Paige, who even though we have emailed about four times and talked once already, can always help me kill a half hour on the phone if I need to pass some time.  Little Mere always knows just the right time to call and just say hi.  My mom checks in often and I am so happy to visit with her almost daily despite our time difference.  My dad and Pat always call to check in and it is so nice of them to think of me even though their lives are super busy with work.

Second, my friends who email me consistently through the week.  I love getting emails!!  Not as much as real mail, but it is a close second.  Thanks to my Ann Arbor friends for keeping me in the loop.  If you are reading this and have not emailed me yet, consider this an early thank you and feel free to get started!! 

Third, Blake!  How can you not have fun with this little man.  

Fourth, Matt.  He comes on all my weekend adventures with me.  He doesn't complain and he makes it fun.  We were especially touristy this weekend, but had a good time.  Also, thanks for Tivo.

Bottom line, keep the calls and emails coming people!  I need you.  

Here are some pictures of us at the aquarium, on a boat tour, and the children's museum.

Who wouldn't love it here

This week the best thing happened to me.  I had my groceries delivered.  That's right, with no car this seemed like a simple solution.  I just went online, picked out what I wanted, and then they appeared right at my door within a two hour window of my choice.  I am in Heaven.  

Then, just when i didn't think things could get any better, the maid showed up.  That's right, I said maid.  We have a maid service.  Fresh sheets, fresh towels, clean kitchen and bathrooms, and all the garbages emptied.  

What a life!  I am never leaving.

Thursday Three - Infomercials

I love infomercials.  I want to buy all of them.  Here are a few that I am interested in. What are your favorites?

Handy Switch

Shamwow

Smart Lidz

Three Reasons Seattle Made Me Happy Today

1. The banana the produce guy gave me with my broccoli for little Blake.

2. Running into someone I knew at the market.  I pretty much AM Seattle.

3. Finding a little grocery store tucked behind the market with enough things to get me through in between big shops!!  

Pretty much a big day in Seattle.  Gotta go, Blake wants his banana.  

(Pictures:  Blake enjoying some down time and Matt's first day of work)

Later Fools!

That was pretty much what Blake said to us Sunday on his first day of nursery.  No hesitation, no concerns about the new ward and new people, he just headed straight for the trike and he was all set.  

I love this kid.