16 Mile Guilt-Trip
Call it accountability or guilt. Either way, because of my brother, father, and mother each putting in 7, 6, and 5, miles respectively yesterday, I was guilted into my 16 mile run this morning beginning at 4 a.m. Nice to have it over with, and I will no longer feel guilty (at least for the rest of the day).
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Sunday, September 27, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
2 in 1 day
Ok, I know it's two in one day. But I did not run this morning and have some extra time on my hands...
McKenna's Newest Trick
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McKenna's latest trick is to give mommy kisses. Little wet and slobbery, but Chelsea does not seem to mind.
Little less than a month away from closing on the new house. It's been a long process, but the light is at the end of the tunnel. Did not get up to run my 16 this a.m. Actually I did get up, and even got dressed, but fatigue from a long week hit me, and I ended up sleeping on the couch for another couple of hours. Nevertheless, I do feel rested, and plan to be up at 4 a.m. tomorrow morning to tackle it again! I will blame McKenna for waking me up 2-3 times last night.
Our daughter is the car that makes the strange noise that causes you to take your car into the repair shop. But when the mechanic takes a look or drives it around, the noise never occurs. In the same way, McKenna will talk and do some pretty amazing tricks (we are easily amused), but stick a camera in her face or put her on the phone to speak to our parents...and NOTHING! She is sly, but I have age on my side. And so the battle begins...
McKenna's latest trick is to give mommy kisses. Little wet and slobbery, but Chelsea does not seem to mind.
Little less than a month away from closing on the new house. It's been a long process, but the light is at the end of the tunnel. Did not get up to run my 16 this a.m. Actually I did get up, and even got dressed, but fatigue from a long week hit me, and I ended up sleeping on the couch for another couple of hours. Nevertheless, I do feel rested, and plan to be up at 4 a.m. tomorrow morning to tackle it again! I will blame McKenna for waking me up 2-3 times last night.
Our daughter is the car that makes the strange noise that causes you to take your car into the repair shop. But when the mechanic takes a look or drives it around, the noise never occurs. In the same way, McKenna will talk and do some pretty amazing tricks (we are easily amused), but stick a camera in her face or put her on the phone to speak to our parents...and NOTHING! She is sly, but I have age on my side. And so the battle begins...
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Saturday, September 19, 2009
McKenna's First Garage Sale
McKenna's First Garage Sale-
Fortunately, no one offered the asking price of #3.50 for the baby, but we did manage to get rid of some stuff and make a little money in the process.
My day started at 3:45 a.m. with a 14 mile run, and I was able to finish up by 6:30. Looking forward to being home tonight and watching Tech/Texas.
Monday, September 14, 2009
"Rainy Day Woman"
Due to the rain, not much to do but stay inside and take pics over the weekend. It ain't all bad...
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Sunday, September 6, 2009
McKenna's 3 Months
Three months ago today (September 3) we were at the hospital getting ready for and then enjoying McKenna Jane Fariss. It's now been 3 months and we have learned, laughed, and loved every moment (almost)! Here are a few brief observations/conclusions that I have made over the past 3 months...
1) Babies don't "Go" to sleep -- They have to be "Put" to sleep.
2) We only need a 1-bedroom apartment -- When baby sleeps in our bed, a crib is unnecessary, nice furniture to look at though.
3) If I waited to grade papers and return emails as long as it takes for the hospital bureaucracy to bill us, I would be fired (just got (hopefully) the last bill last week).
4) Don't attempt to reason with a newborn! Explaining that they will be fed as soon as we get home and out of the car is a waste of breath. (i.e. "If you keep screaming, you won't make the situation any better")
5) It is hard to leave to teach a 6:30 a.m. class. Not because it's early, but because I do not get to see my daughter and wife before I leave. However, there is not much that can beat coming home and having your daughter grin from ear to ear at the sound of your voice --happy to be home!
1) Babies don't "Go" to sleep -- They have to be "Put" to sleep.
2) We only need a 1-bedroom apartment -- When baby sleeps in our bed, a crib is unnecessary, nice furniture to look at though.
3) If I waited to grade papers and return emails as long as it takes for the hospital bureaucracy to bill us, I would be fired (just got (hopefully) the last bill last week).
4) Don't attempt to reason with a newborn! Explaining that they will be fed as soon as we get home and out of the car is a waste of breath. (i.e. "If you keep screaming, you won't make the situation any better")
5) It is hard to leave to teach a 6:30 a.m. class. Not because it's early, but because I do not get to see my daughter and wife before I leave. However, there is not much that can beat coming home and having your daughter grin from ear to ear at the sound of your voice --happy to be home!
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