Thanksgiving

I had a splendid Thanksgiving with my family.  And I am so, so, so grateful for each and every one of them.  My brother, mom, grandmother, and I took a few pictures on our last day together :)

 

 

 Thanks for a wonderful holiday :) :) :)

Malysh

Malysh, or baby in Russian.  I had to write a little on babies, especially since so many people are having them right now (but don't worry, I'm not one of them)!!  Okay, okay, I'm also writing about this so I can remember what I would like when I have a baby....   Anyway, finding unique and fabulous gifts can be difficult, but here are some ideas in case you are looking (just click on the name and it will take you to the website):

The Baby Bullet

I consider this a "must-have" for parents who want to make their own baby food.  It's quick, portable, and most importantly, you know where you food is coming from!  **And if you purchase it on the website, you get The Magic Bullet as well as the baby steamer/sterilizer as a free added bonus** :)

Sonogram Frame

That first moment that you see your baby is priceless, so let's capture it forever!  These frames are great for any baby nursery!  I happen to like the white, because white will pretty much match everything, but if you have darker wood furniture, the wood frame works beautifully too.

Inglesina Fast Table Chair

You better believe I will be purchasing one of these guys.  You can attach it to almost any table and it's extremely light and portable.  The best part: easy off fabric that is machine washable!  

Sweeter Than The Tea

Of course, what baby outfit would be complete without a "Carolina Babies, sweeter than the tea" one-sie?!  And yes, I have already purchased one!  But for those who don't live in the Carolinas, don't worry, they also have other states as well! 

Moby

The Moby, as in my baby is so mobile in this fantastic wrap!  I love this wrap not only because of the closeness between the parent and the baby, but also because it is comfortable and just happens to come in a variety of styles and fabrics for any season!

Okay, so these are just a few items that I think every parent should have for their newbie.  I'm a huge fan of baby items that are unique, comfortable, and organic so I hope this helps!!

Science...but really Math

Gator Balls

My brother is a ping-pong genius.  And I mean that in the most awesome way.  I don't know where this talent came from, but it preceded his amazing skill at tennis.  Yes, he will school you with slices and then make you eat clay whilst you grumble at his feet (not really, but he will still school you). 

So, at UF, while he isn't on the court, he's doing the next most logical thing...sorry mom, it's not studying: shooting trick shots with ping-pong balls.  Gator balls.  Gator balls of fury.  

 

  

 

This last video is called Bigger Better Gator Balls...never mind that they forgot the comma...grumble...oh, and that is my brother, Ryan, making that shot :)

There are several more videos, but I think these are the best.  College education at it's finest.

Bloody Awsome

 

This is exactly why I fear the water.

Science

See what I succumb to from work??!!

???

What is that and why is it green???