Thursday, November 29, 2012

Where to Eat Wednesday: Boiling Crab

(Ok, I know it's Thursday- but apparently I just didn't know yesterday was Wednesday...)

Have you ever heard of The Boiling Crab?


A few weeks ago, Zac and I went here with our dear friends Kim and Esteban who had recommended it. The seafood (crab, of course, and other crustaceans) was amazing, and it was also fun to eat!

All and all, I'd recommend checking this place out if you like flavorful seafood. They serve it in a bag soaked in the spices of your choice, you wear a bib, and eat with your hands. Sounds fun, right?

Monday, November 26, 2012

In defense of marriage


Check out this lovely story about a couple celebrating 80 YEARS of marriage. In this day and age where divorce is so common, I thought it'd be nice to put some spot light on the ones who last.

(photo from ABC news of the Betars in 1932 and 2012)

Friday, November 23, 2012

Who's Feeling Adventurous?

Any daring and motivated soul willing to sign up for a months worth of "boot camp" with me? Because really I'd just like to look good in these pants:


Aren't they cute? ;)

I never really liked the term boot camp- as I don't like to think of working out as something similar to preparing for war, but I get it. Anyway, I saw this deal on Amazon Local and thought it'd be a nice way to jump start my body into a more fit physique before returning to work. Plus, I like working out with others, as it helps motivate me.

So let me know! How do you feel about 'boot camps'? Love them, hate them? Do you work out? If so, how do you do it.. at a gym, playing sports, work out classes, yoga? I do post-natal yoga myself, walk with friends, and love work out classes like spinning, et cetera.

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Happy Thanksgiving


I hope you're having one of those "cozy socks" kind of days. Today, I am thankful for my little family and all of the wonderful people in my life. Where ever you are today, enjoy each other.

Love.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Isn't it ironic?


... that we celebrate Thanksgiving to take time to reflect on how grateful we are for what we've got, and then, we go shopping the very next day for what we don't have? I'm not against shopping, but this recent hub-bub about "Black Friday" starting Thursday night just seems crazy to me. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday because it's all about staying home with people you love, and eating, of course. Not shopping.

There's a great song by Bad Religion that has a line that says: "It's never really what you own but what you threw away".

What do you think?

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Do you journal?


Lately I've found that writing does wonders for me when I'm feeling anxious. Keeping a 'journal' has always been one of those things that I do once every 5 months and wish I did more. But since I realized that it helps me feel better if I'm ever feeling overwhelmed or out of sorts, I definitely do it more often, as more of a coping method than a record keeper.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy writing when I'm not particularly anxious. But I think it's easier to pick up the pen when there's that purpose to it. However, I'd like to make writing a priority now that James is here, documenting his growth and how our lives are changing seems important.

I think that's why I created this blog. Although it's not a journal, it's a way to document the day-to-day, what I'm thinking and experiencing, and James' happenings too. The difference is, here I'm sharing it all with you. :) I remember being inspired to FINALLY start the blog after finding out I was pregnant. I was talking about it for months, and it just took this little guy in my belly to get it rolling. Thanks, James.

So what about you? Is journaling a lost art? Or do you pick up a pen and record your inner most thoughts? Do you do it to keep record of your life or as more of a therapeutic process? Have you ever found an old journal and read through it? Isn't that the best!?

Friday, November 9, 2012

Where would you like to go next?


This weekend, James is going on his first road trip. We're taking him to Las Vegas to meet his GREAT-grandma and grandpa, and to see other family/ friends as well. We're pretty excited, although it'll only be a quick, one night trip, I think it should be a fun adventure. (But maybe everythiing's an adventure with a newborn?)



Anyway, this upcoming travel is sparking my inner wanderlust and I've been thinking of cities I would love to visit for the first time. The top on my list as of yet are Seattle and Nashville. I figure I've got to live up his free ride on planes while we can! Now I've just got to convince Zac..

(bottom photo is a print from Etsy, found here)

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Where to Eat Wednesday: Joans on Third


Pancakes. Such a universal Saturday morning indulgence, that makes it that much more difficult to pick a place to recommend for the sugary treat. I was never very enthusiastic about pancakes, but then I got pregnant. And my love for them has not faded with giving birth... so, luckily I've got just the place for you.

Joan's on Third
is one of my favorites. Perhaps a locale you would not think to order pancakes from, considering they specialize in serving numerous freshly baked goods, and have options on their breakfast menu like a New York style sandwich, and healthy options like oatmeal and parfaits. However, their pancakes are to DIE for! I usually order them to share with someone since I don't like just pancakes for breakfast, so it allows me to order eggs too. :)

Fluffy, and with real Vermont maple syrup, these pancakes are a must. So, let me know if you ever get the chance to try them out and see for yourself!

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Aren't these lovely?


With a little black dress maybe? I'm not quite sure what I'd ever wear these with, but I know I love them.

(shoes from Emerson Fry)

Monday, November 5, 2012

Happy Monday


I hope you have a THRILLING Monday! I'm going to the Disability office (ugh), so I'm going to channel this quote while waiting in line! ;)