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ODD THINGS

You know the drill...

1. Do you like blue cheese? just started to

2. Have you ever smoked heroin? NEVER!

3. Do you own a gun? no

4. What flavor do you add to your drink at Sonic? never been

5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? kind of, scary diagnosis' start going through my mind

6. What do you think of hot dogs? like 'em

7. Favorite Christmas movie? Christmas Vacation w/ Chevy Chase

8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? coffee

9. Can you do push ups? no

10. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? engagement ring

11. Favorite hobby? TV

12. Do you have A.D.D.? no, not at all

13. What's one trait you hate about yourself? Can't stick to exercise regimen

14. Middle name? Jean

15. Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment:
what's for dinner, can't wait for spring, need a night out w/ Jay

16. Name 3 things you bought yesterday: take-out, that's it

17. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink? coffee, water, hot chocolate

18. Current worry? my parents, siblings, Jodi & kids being okay

19. Current hate right now? gained about 7 lbs this winter :(

20. Favorite place to be? anywhere w/ my sisters

21. How did you bring in the New Year? Chinese food w/ the Maxwells YAY!

22. Where would you like to go? Bahamas

23. Name three people who will complete this: Katie, Mary F., Mary S.

24. Do you own slippers? OMG YES!!!

25. What shirt are you wearing? long-sleeved gray cotton

26. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? I would I think, never tried

27. Can you whistle? nope

28. Favorite color? blue

29. Would you be a pirate? weird ???

30. What songs do you sing in the shower? none at all

31. Favorite girl's name? Shane...Jay wouldn't have it!

32. Favorite boy's name? James

33. What's in your pocket right now? no pockets

34. What's something that made you laugh today? a comment by Katie on someone's blog...I forget who's

35. Best bed sheets as a child? don't remember

36. Worst injury you've ever had? broke tailbone during Cassidy's birth, hurting at the moment actually, 14 yrs later!

37. Do you love where you live? I really do

38. How many TVs do you have in your house? 4

39. Who is your loudest friend? wouldn't hang w/ a loudmouth

40. How many dogs do you have? 1

41. Does someone have a crush on you? IDK, I hope so...haha

42. What is your favorite book? I Know This Much Is True Wally Lamb

43. What is your favorite candy bar? Reeses

44. Favorite Sports Team? Red Sox

45. What were you doing 12 AM last night? sleeping

46. What was the first thing you thought of when you woke up? what pants are going to fit? story of my life!


*Your turn Katie of the Betts-Levine Family Blog

Caragh's Quilt

Thought I'd show off the quilt that Auntie Jeannie made for Caragh when she was first born. Isn't it beautiful! It just resurfaced after the move and Caragh is loving it even more now than she did before! Thanks Auntie! This is why she loves you soooo much!!!
*We all know how Jeannie is always looking for something crafty to do...I say you all put in your orders!

*Glamour Girls*

These two were workin' it!!!
Reilly always says that she wants to be an actress and go to Hollywood...the kid really can strike a pose!

This is Caragh striking her pose, we think she'll stay local! haha Just kidding!!!
Caragh, you are capable of doing ANYTHING you put your mind to! :)

Our trip to Portland...

We had a great time, John Edward's show was great! We didn't get a reading but I thought it was a long shot anyway, so there was little disappointment. The readings that we did hear were great and I must admit, very believable. I feel the same as I did before the show though, unsure if he's for real and yes, it would have been great to hear from Dennis but I really don't need anyone to validate his love for me and for the rest of us who miss him. That I know.

All us girls met up at Margarita's(ville~haha!), had some drinks and some laughs and then we were off to the show. Katie & I spent the night in Portland, in a very nice hotel and I wish I could say it was a short getaway for us...but the kids came along (Cass was the babysitter). Last minute bad move. We thought it made more sense to have them right there w/ us but NO, it didn't. It just made everything harder and crazier. It was a frazzled night but in the end, worked out fine and we learned a valuable lesson never to mess w/ the plans and make last minute rash decisions. We all would have been happier.

Overall, great time guys! I still love and respect John Edward and I'm very honored to have seen him in person. He's a very charming, funny guy. Next time though, on a plane to L.A. to see Lisa Williams...better start saving our $$$. ;)

Around the table: Katie, me, Mary, Jackie, Amy, Amy's mom, Erin, Dawn & Jeannie

GREAT TIME LADIES!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARAGH!!!

3 years ago...

I LOVE this picture b/c I totally captured a moment.
Caragh was due on February 21st and I ended up being induced on March 2nd. It was pretty frustrating, I was ready to go! Labor was painless and easy (DRUGS, of course!) but I found that recovery w/ her was the most difficult of the three. I was hurting! I had some issues directly after the birth and it was pretty scary for me, I had lots of pain and LOTS of anxiety. I think I was so anxious and scared about ME that I didn't really get a chance to give her my all right away like I did w/ the other two. Of course, I LOVED her the minute I saw her, even before that but it was a tough recovery.
Anyway, the day of discharge, I was hobbling to the bathroom, nervous, scared, weak, in terrible pain, thinking about ME and feeling sorry for myself when I looked over at my new baby girl, thinking she was fast asleep. Well, there she was~staring right at me and she looked so aware and so smart and her eyes just got me. I melted. There was just something about that look she gave me. It didn't quite dull the pain, but we just connected so deeply from that moment on.
I love you so much baby doll! (love all my babies!)
We all love you Caragh Bear!
Happy Birthday! ♥♥♥♥♥

I've been tagged again...

♥♥♥ My Favorite Things ♥♥♥

Each player uses this list. The person who is tagged needs to post the list on their blog, answer the questions about their favorite things and post these rules. At the end of your blog, you need to choose one person to be "it" and list their name/blog. Don't forget to leave a comment on their blog telling them they are tagged and to read your blog.

Here goes:

Favorite food: PIZZA! I can eat it every day, any time of day, hot/cold~whatever! I am a huge fan of Sal's Pizza and they are popping up everywhere now. Great for me! Not great for my diet! They've also got the best chocolate cupcakes EVER!

Favorite dessert: I usually go for the cheesecake at any restaurant but anything chocolate will do and I'm a weakling for a canoli or any Italian pastry. At home, there's nothing better than freshly baked Ghirardelli brownies! If you're using Betty Crocker or one of those types, make the switch! You'll thank me!

Favorite vacation destination: We don't travel a heck of alot. I do love North Conway and being up there but my dream destination would be an African safari. I WILL get there someday.

Favorite song: Not a huge music fan. It's hard to pick a favorite b/c they represent different times and people in life and there have been so many. One that just gets me and stands out is 'She Talks to Angels' by the Black Crows. I am a rocker at heart.

Favorite outfit: I would agree w/ Mary and say black capri pants w/ any top, preferably a tank (I wish) and flipflops. Love the look, simple and clean and FLATTERING!

Favorite holiday: Without question Christmas for all the spirit and joy that it brings and I also LOVE Halloween!!! So much FUN!

Favorite season: I love winter but there's nothing better than getting back outside and seeing things turn green again in the spring. It's starting anew and I really look forward to that this year. It's been a tough fall & winter for me and my family.

Favorite book/author: I Know This Much Is True/Wally Lamb...unforgettable. I'll also read anything that's based on a true story. I'm actually embarrassed to be in my book section at Barnes&Noble. I go to the Crime section and look for biographies/autobiographies about serial killers and psychos. I have no idea why I'm so intrigued and it only make me fearful when I'm alone anywhere or not even alone for that matter. Although, I suppose by reading and watching those shows on TV, I'm more aware of how many psychos there are around us. It does make this world a crazy and scary place to live in.

Favorite movie: Goodwill Hunting. I love it from start to finish. I love the story, I love who it represents, I love who wrote it and their story, etc. I also like Ben Stiller comedies but NO action films. I like dramas and even moreso, documentaries. I just love a movie that I can take something away from or relate to. More favs are Ever After, Riding In Car With Boys (LOVE Drew Barrymore!), The Color Purple, the Brat Pack thang, Grease, all that stuff.

Favorite magazine: People

Favorite sport: baseball if any

Favorite cocktail/drink: Head Hunter...wow! I'm fun after a few of those!

Favorite TV show: American Idol hands down but I love all reality TV. I watch a few sitcoms, The Office has to be one of the best ever!

Favorite gift you ever received: My engagement ring. Jay and I met at the Choatbridge Pub here in Ipswich when I was 20...we dated, moved in together, blah, blah, blah. A few years later we looked at rings and I picked one but never knew he was making payments on it. I never expected it so soon. Well, we went to the Pub one night and lo and behold, he proposed to me. He tried to get the same spot where we met, but it was taken. We sat next to the popcorn machine and he had planted the ring in the drawer. It came out of nowhere and I was utterly shocked and so happy. He told a few people what he was up to that night and they made sure to be there w/ champagne and their cameras. It was a great night and to me, very romantic. Right after, I called my parents and my dad picked up the phone and I told him the good news. He said his congrats and that I sounded like I was in a bar and I said, well I am, this is where we met. Not the proudest moment, but still a HAPPY one. ;)

Favorite gift you ever gave: Cassidy got a puppy for her ninth birthday. It was a great gift and so much fun. Emmet was 2lbs. and the size of my foot, maybe smaller! Dream dog! God, that dog was SO much more loved before the little ones were born. Poor Emmet.

Favorite way to spend a Saturday afternoon: Out shopping somewhere, not foodshopping though (dread that!). I like to think of things I need and GO GET 'EM!!! Sometimes I come home w/ toiletries, sometimes I come home w/ a delivery truck behind me. I like to keep Jay excited! haha

Favorite date night: Night at the Pub w/ Jay. Great memories, great friends. We always leave there (buzzed) loving life and loving the life we've made.

Favorite animal: Our dog Emmet! We owe you Emmet! You're a good boy!

Favorite blog site: Hungry For Life site. The support is just amazing! LOVE YOU DENNIS!


I am now tagging Jeannie from the Maxwell Family Blog.

These poor starving children...

Are your children all "starving" too? All day, every day? Every time I turn around, this is what I see. Thank you Nana for the desk and chair set, but this is what it's mostly used for. This little chair gets carried all over the house and gives these two the power to get what they want. And they take their chances too, knowing that MOMMA is comin' around the corner a screamin' & hollerin'. They don't care! I assume Caragh's the lookout.