Crisis Averted?

Well, I spent my work breaks today searching for someone new to take care of Tennessee. NO. SUCH. LUCK. So, plan B, I called my cousin who is so amazing that she's going to fly cross country to be my sitter. At least for the forseeable future. It isn't a permanent fix, but it gives me more time to find someone who could be more permanent. Not only am I happy to have a weight off my shoulders, I'm excited to see my cousin!! I called her tonight to make sure the date I was booking the flight for would work, and found it sort of ironic that she's actually on vacation in FL right now, about 5 hours from where we live. So she'll fly home to AZ and then have a few days before turning around and flying back to FL. Can't thank her enough.

Also, we did it. I caved and we bought a tv for the bedroom. Not just any tv, an enormous, 55" tv. We have a 55" LED in the living room, and ended up with a 55" LCD for the bedroom. Best Buy had an awesome sale and with tax and everything we paid less than $600. The LCD isn't as good as the LED, but we're extremely happy with it. The only time I notice a difference in quality is if we're watching something with really dark shadows. The blacks aren't quite as crisp. Still amazing quality, though. Now I just need to get my bedroom redone so I can finally post pictures of it!

Wait and See

As a military spouse, you get used to living your life on a "wait and see" agenda. Things change quickly, and you never quite feel like you know where you're going to be next month.

Currently, David is waiting for possible deployment news, and I'm waiting to see if I'm taking a different position with my company, or possibly leaving them all together in the next couple of months. If I leave my job I would need to find another job within a few months, hopefully something part-time so I can spend more time with my munchkin.

If that isn't enough, I found out this afternoon that our newly found babysitter just got a job that she really wants, and is starting February 11th. Which is also my birthday. So now I'm back at square one. And I have until February 11th to figure it out. Wish me luck.

Weekend plans

Damn Best Buy and their sale ads! I got an email this morning that Best Buy was having a big sale today and tomorrow only. Well, David and I have been looking for a second tv to put in our bedroom. I'm somewhat against the idea because I don't like to think that our lives revolve around tv that much, but he really wants it. He actually had a couple of good reasons why it's a good idea, so I caved.

We're going down to Destin to do some shopping when we get off work tonight. And we just might have to stop by our new favorite restaurant for an early dinner first.

I guess the new tv will be the first step in overhauling our master bedroom. We haven't done a thing to it since we moved in, so it's my next priority. Paint, new bed, new rug, and who knows what else to come! I'll keep ya'll posted.

So close

One of my favorite places to eat in Arizona was Paradise Bakery. Yes, it's a chain, but their chicken salad sandwich is AMAZING! I usually ate it about once every couple of weeks, and even more when I was pregnant. When we moved to FL I was hoping to find a place with a good cs sandwich, but wasn't having any luck. Panera, the east coast version of Paradise Bakery, does the grape thing. See, I'm a bit of a chicken salad snob, and I absolutely hate when places put grapes in it. Just not my thing. So I kept looking.

Last night, I didn't want to cook dinner since I have yet to make it to a grocery store, and I didn't want "fast food". So I told David I wanted to try this smoothie place by us that has sandwiches and such. We looked it up online, Tropical Smoothies, and they actually have a lot to choose from. I, of course, ordered the chicken salad sandwich and surprisingly enough, it was pretty decent. Not as good as PB, but the best I've had out here so far. I'll be going back for it and to try some other stuff on the menu.

Sorry this post is all about food, but it's a BIG deal!

Happy Tuesday everyone!

Another weekend down

Lots of Momma and Tennessee time this weekend! David was out Friday night and he spent all day yesterday doing some upgrades to his truck. So Miss Tennessee and I drove to Destin (about 40 min away) for some shopping and lunch. Nothing crazy since she's teething and wasn't feeling all that great, but it felt good to get out. We went to Old Tyme Pottery and picked up a few decorations for the house, then I grabbed a sandwich from Callahans Restaurant and Deli (to go - it was packed in there!), then Target because it was right next door and I love that place.

This morning we made a family trip to Lowe's and had lunch at Rio Bravo since we've been trying to find decent Mexican food around here. Well, it was just OK. Better than the other local joint, but nothing compared to Arizona. I miss all the hole-in-the-wall Mexican food places there. The best thing about this place was they had fresh made chips and tortillas, and a decent sized menu. We'll have to go back and try some other stuff, but so far it was good but kinda plain. Ah well.

It's been football ever since we got home. David went out for the first game, but made it home to watch the Ravens' game since he knew he would be loud and pissy if they weren't playing well. Lucky for us both, they WON. I'm so excited for the Super Bowl! And even more excited that hockey season is back. Go Coyotes! I'm watching them play Chicago now, but it's bed time for me since I have to work tomorrow. Womp womp womp. I hope all of you get to enjoy the extra day off!

Yahtzee!

I'm always looking for new ways to entertain our little family besides just watching tv. Which, unless there's a football game on or something good on HGTV, I could really care less about. Hubby, on the other hand, LOVES tv and thinks there should be one in every room of the house. He also gets really frustrated with me when I do puzzle books or something of the like while we're watching something. I can't help it! I'm a multitasker. :)

I got a new phone on New Years' (love it!), and David decided to download Yahtzee so we could play together. Well, it's actually "Dice with Friends", but we've been playing pretty regularly. I have to admit it's nice to play a few games after Tennessee goes to sleep or see that it's my turn when I'm on work breaks. We're pretty competitive so it's nice to play a game that's basically all about luck, with a minor amount of skill.

Playoffs

Where do the weekends go??

Friday night David and I stopped by our neighbor's house for a birthday party. They have a 4 month old boy, and this was really the first time he and Tennessee got to check each other out. They were a little standoffish at first, but then only had eyes for each other. All of the adults were all making jokes about arranged marriages. :) We didn't stay long since T usually crashes around 8:30, but wanted to at least make an appearance. I'm so glad we did.

Yesterday was one of those days that just slips by. I had intended to do so much, but in reality I think all I accomplished was some online shopping at Hobby Lobby, a little laundry, and ?? David fell asleep early last night so it was just me and the munchkin for the night.

Today, as with most Sundays, is all about football. We met up with some of David's coworkers, none of which had I met in person before, at a local bar/restaurant. We took separate cars since I figured Tennessee could only handle the noise for so long. She did great and we stayed for the whole game. Once it was over, we got a pizza to go and T and I headed home. David is still out with the guys.

David is a big Ravens fan, so we were happy they won and are making into the next round. We are both a little sad that Ray Lewis is retiring this year, but I can't say I blame him. Tennessee and I are now home and watching the Seahawks/Redskins game, and I am pretending I don't have school work and homework waiting for me before I go to bed. Coffee anyone?

New Sitter

Today I took Tennessee to meet her new sitter. We like her, and Tennessee will start going to her home as of Monday. While I am thankful to have found someone else I can take my sweet girl to and feel like she's safe, I'm still feeling a little down about the whole situation. For all you mommies out there, does it ever get easier?

New Years'

I hope everyone had a wonderful New Years'. David and I ordered pizza and watched the ball drop on EST, so 11 our time. We turned everything off and headed to bed after that, but were still awake when the clock struck midnight and there were celebrations around us. Duke (the bloodhound) was less than thrilled with all the noise, and I was hoping baby girl would sleep through it. Thankfully, she did, and the noise died down quickly.

We did some running around yesterday and I got a new phone. The Samsung S III. I LOVE it! I had a Samsung Fascinate before, so this is basically just the improved version of what I had before. The best part is we bought it at Walmart for half of what the carrier was charging, and we had a gift card so it was basically free. Can't beat that.

January 1st is also my Daddy's birthday, so I called to check in and wish him well. I really miss being around my family, but we're managing with lots of phone calls and occasional Skyping. Here's a picture of me and my Dad from a trip to Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon a couple of winters ago (this is on the Oak Creek Canyon overlook). This isn't the best picture, but I love it because we were freezing (it started snowing!) and having a hard time standing still long enough for the picture. There's a whole series where one or the other of us has our eyes closed or are squinting from the glare. It was a good day.

I have the rest of this week off from work. This morning I took Tennessee to daycare, and I have a long to-do list to get through before the weekend. First on my list is putting away all the Christmas decorations and getting the house cleaned up. As much as I enjoy cluttering the house with holiday decorations, I love how open and fresh it feels when it's all put away.

Today I'm also working on my resume'. I don't know if it will be necessary, but I feel a shift coming and I want to be ready. I haven't updated it since I got my current job over two years ago, so it's time.