Made In San Francisco, again?

Well, we've just returned from a trip to SF which happens to be our old home. A pinch of pleasure was thrown into the trip but mainly we were out there trying to expand our family. Why travel across the country you ask? Well, in order for us to have had Hunter we had to do IVF (no complaints we got H out of it!) and in doing so we had a few embryos which were left over from the process...we decided to freeze them and store them in SF. Cryogenics...it's crazy... it's Austin Powers style crazy! Anyway, we flew out to SF last week to give it another shot after a month of prep with medication. My husband is officially a Doctor now, he's an expert at administering my daily injections. Seriously, I mean it he's really good, I barely feel the injections. (insert minor complaint here) However... the aftermath of the shots makes my ass feel like I have a bunch of rocks in it from all the shots but who's looking anyways:) Long story short all went well, we're back and we're just crossing our fingers for some good news! I happened to find this T-shirt at a little baby boutique in Noe Valley and I had to get it for Hunter...it's so perfect since he was conceived and born in SF:) Can't wait to see the little man in his new tee. Hopefully someday another little one of our's can wear this tee too!

My boys playing in the sand this past weekend

Just won this cute new JCrew purse on Ebay! Yea!

Busy, busy, busy Bee!

Master Hunter is officially a Busy Bee. Has been for quite some time but I'm just officially coining him so now. It's been a crazy, busy few days with family in town so I'm only posting a few photos tonight. I told Nelson as we were driving home from the beach today that when I watch Hunter explore his world, laugh, kiss and run like the wind my stomach fills with butterflies and my heart feels like it's going to explode. He gets the same feeling. I love this ride, truly I do.

Ta-Da...A small sampling of what the "Pink Lobster" line will offer!

Playing with Mama before bedtime

So, how weird is this?

In my post yesterday I was wishing for Hunter to wake up so he would end up snuggling with Mama the rest of the night while Dad is out of town...well, low and behold the little bugger awoke at 1:30am for some odd reason...nightmare maybe? Anyway, he came into sleep with me and I must say...the boy is morphing into his father more and more every day. I'm going to say it...the kid is a thrasher, constant roller, cover hogging little peanut. Don't misunderstand me, HE was sleeping through all of this, but guess who wasn't.....you guessed it....ME! At 3 am it got a little old but seriously I must be completely mad because I really did love it. He woke up this morning calling out for "Da" which I immediately forgave after I received a spontaneous hug and kiss from him followed by that toothy smile that I love. Good stuff.

Christmas thoughts in April...

“The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other”

-Burton Hills

I know it's far from Christmas time (which is my favorite holiday by the way) but this makes me excited for it. I feel this way anytime I get together with family but for some reason Christmas day with my family is just hard to put into words. I love the excitement of the day, the closeness of our family, the celebrating, the laughs, the love and especially all the smiles. The day is a present in itself.

My little man and his girlfriend....

too cute for words watching these two. (And yes, my guy is the one with the crazy head of hair!) I sure did get lucky he's truly a love. Daddy is outta town for a few days so we are having a little bonding time. I'm exhausted, but part of me actually hopes he wakes up tonight and wants to sleep with mama...nothing better than snuggling with H. I'll cross my fingers.

Eskimo kisses

Not sure if you've ever experienced it but I had one of those sweet moments with my child today. Nothing monumetal, simply a nap we shared together literally falling asleep with our noses touching and his hands wrapped around my neck. He melts me.

Vegas or bust!

I'm getting very excited to meet my girlfriend Kelly in Vegas this weekend! We are literally headed there to relax by the pool, relax by the pool and did I mention relax by the pool?! I'm ready to get out of this sinus, cold and sore throat infected east coast weather for a few days and soak up the sun (with massive amounts of SPF of course:)) and share some laughs. Kelly and I live on the opposite coasts of this country so I'm looking forward to some girlfriend time. What's better? Besides family time not much:) Watch out Vegas here we come!

"Pink Lobster"

That's it!!! I finally named my jewelry company-I just love the name! (The line is designed to be classic preppy, yummy to look at, upscale, fun jewelry.) I'm very excited because I have my first trunk show booked for April and it looks as if there will be a few to follow-very exciting! I'm in the process of having a ton of beads delivered that I ordered and will be heading into Boston to the wholesale jewelry district this week. So much to do before 4/15! I did contact a designer from San Francisco and she's going to design my company logo and business card. Things are progressing nicely...can't wait to post some photos of my designs in a few weeks! Well, that's my update on the biz...cheers!

I've been slacking on my posts because...

Our household has been plagued with sinus infections, ear infections and sore throats. Yup, you don't want to come here. Seriously, steer clear. However, we all seem to be turning the corner and getting over our illnesses which is a great thing- just in time for the crummy weather we are told is coming our way:) I'm crossing my fingers for sunshine come Friday. The big guy will be out of town on business so the little guy and I are headed to Cape Cod for the night to visit GiGi and Papi...I can't wait! It's always like a mini vacation when I visit the parents. We will head home Saturday afternoon. I'm making an appetizer to bring to Hunters' cousin Hannahs' first birthday party Sunday afternoon-not sure what to make yet? Prior to the b-day celebration we are attending her Christening...I'm looking forward to it. Okay, lot's of fun to be had coming up so I hope we all recover in no time! I'm taking my meds, my box of Kleenex and heading upstairs to retire for the night! Until next time....

It's a virtue...

...patience that is. I was extremely frustrated today when a certain situation arose and I chose to ride it out and be patient. For me, that was very difficult. Did I mention VERY difficult? I tend to react quickly and regret in leisure. Today was different. I definitely bit my lip and took a long while to digest the situation. I feel much better that I did so. There will be resolve and I will feel good about the way in which it happened. I came across this quote that I thought I'd share..."The two most powerful warriors are patience and time". -Leo Tolstoy

Couldn't have said it better myself.