Hurry

Holiday party was a success, fun for all. This week has been busy with work, re cert classes and housework! Nothing a woman can't manage! Erik and I have our appointment on the 29th with the birthing center NPWHMidwife. I'm formulating the questions I have for them. The appointment consists of an 15 minute exam for both Erik and I that tests our knowledge of pregnancy and the birthing process, a 40 minute interview, education question and answer session based upon our knowledge level, a 10 minute tour of the facilities and then a 15 minute discussion open forum! I'm excited about this whole process.

Tonight we scouted out viewing locations for the Newport Harbor Holiday parade but will only be attending based on the weather. The themometer on our back porch reads 29 degrees right now! It is quite nippy out I must say.

Erik and I had a lovely dinner at the Bull Chop steak house in HB tonight. It just opened so we decided to try it out. The asparagus was amazing, as well as the twice baked potato. The steaks were good cuts but the preparation and grilling was not accurate for a steak house. You win some you loose some. My stomach hurts like MAD and has been for the past few days after every meal. I won't go into detail about what accompanies the pain but I do say that it is quite past the time for another fast!

I'm truly excited about becoming the surrogate for Puka and Ryo this next week or so, finally I have cuddly furballs. I should take a before and after picture of my face so everyone can see what my feline love does to me! I miss having meow meows about. My favorite part is their little ears and wet noses in my face and kissing their paws! I hope Laura does not mind her kittens being violated! The frogs will get some love too but surely not as much as the cats.

Tomorrow will be busy. We are attending Danielle's G-pa's funeral, to pay respects and to support our extended family. Have to get the grocery shopping done for the next two weeks including the Holiday goodies. I thought I might have some time to make some of Pamela's Puddin Cookies but it doesn't look like that will be a reality with the family candy bags that need to be done and the family holiday dinner bring alongs. I still cannot believe how close Christmas is.

To be honest with you I have not bought 1 single gift as of yet. All of my holiday shopping is usually done in September. I don't think there will be much holiday shopping as finances our tight for us with the purchase of a new car, the raises in rent, and the planning for a house and baby. My family has already requested that no gifts be exchanged which is fine by me, although I have a little surprise for them as I cannot stand not to give. We still have to make some purchases for Erik's family and even though Erik and I purchased Elegance for one another I still need to come up with a few prizes for him!

I still have to get pictures/photos out to those that requested it for the holidays! Batch processing is my friend!

Saturday. night should bring fun! Going out with the Master's and company for some sure good times!

I work again on Monday which leaves me very little time for other Holiday planning. I truly had no idea how much was left to be done until I just started writing this moment.

Ugh. I better get off of here and get my buns busy!