Fun Times

Our weekend started off like any other weekend- except it wasn't like any other weekend because Mr A was home (not at work) and Baby Bear slept in. We decided to grab some breakfast, and then we had to get the oil changed in my car and have it inspected. Typical every day stuff, right? Think again! (this is ME we are talking about) so the guy comes up to me and starts running his mouth about some port I thought he said LBD (it's the OBD port, oops) and not being able to connect to it. Really, I had NO idea what that meant. Then they told me to go buy a fuse. When I got into my car, I noticed when I started it, and as I was putting it in drive, NOTHING on my dash was working (it was working before) Look, this is me in drive

And here is reverse, and neutral

This is 5mph

Yeah, my gauges and dash were no longer working but they claimed they didn't do anything. Never ever use Halvoline anything for an oil change or inspection,  or anything!

We did get the dash semi working and I got a prognosis on my car. My fuses are now in the right spot, which I couldn't have done without the help of a friend. He is a lifesaver and I am extremely grateful for their help!

Weekend Recap!

This weekend we had us some firsts! Friday we had Little Bears' fall festival. She really had a great time seeing her old teachers, and she wants me to hire all of them to babysit her. That would be one heck of an expensive night out! She doesn't ask for much, does she?

She was finally able to get her face painted for the first time! She had never really been too interested in it until this past summer.

Saturday, we took Mr A, the former northerner, to PF Changs for lunch. He had never been, and wanted to see what it was all about. (I had an incident in the parking garage, but we won't talk about that). He liked it okay, but didn't think it was anything super spectacular. I absolutely love their hot and sour soup!

After that we headed to my parents' house, which Baby Bear calls Poppy and Nanny. We then went and saw Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. It really is a must see. If you loved the first one, you will probably love this one even more. I loved the creativity!


Sunday, we completely took it easy. My lovely, and most favorite hairdresser came over and cut my hair. She is my heart, and nobody does it like she does. (more to come on this one)

After that, I called, politely, once more to have our AC fixed, and fixed right. Needless to say, as I am typing this, it is working. For how long this time? I have NO idea. We slept with the windows open last night. Thank goodness it was somewhat cool last night, but still sticky. It was fun getting ready this morning.

Oh, and I bought something I have not bought in several years; at least not since Baby Bear was born. That's at least 5 years!

Anyone that knows me, knows I am a complete Scentsy girl, but I just loved this scent, and I have not run into many fall scents they have that have met my taste. Amber Road is my go to fall scent for Scentsy, always, followed by Midnight Fig come December.




The best of all....I finished and turned in my very last assignment for my degree. Now on to the next one!

Here We Go Again

So..my weekend went by way too fast, what about yours? I will just say, I really wanted 2 more days of my weekend. Maybe a little more sleep, and more much needed R&R that I seem to not be getting lately.
I got home with my little one and her bff aka her cousin (my nephew) and my A/C was acting up again, so of course they come out once again and add more freon. BUT we don't have a leak?! 30 psi in 2 days, but AGAIN, there is NO LEAK?!!!! Whatever. I'm over it. I'm the stupid one. Our Little Bear woke up Friday night in so much pain, crying her little heart out. Her poor ear! I gave her ibuprofen and Mr A held her for a bit and she went to sleep. If she woke up again I fully planned on taking her to the ER. To my surprise she slept through the night, and woke up pretty cheery. I made my plans in getting her ready for urgent care to get her taken care of, and lo and behold, she claimed her ear didn't hurt when I told her, her cousin wasn't going with us. She went anyways, and she had an awful ear infection! A first for us. Now, strep, I am a pro with because she had it a lot, hence no more tonsils in that tiny mouth of hers!

My Monday started off pretty righteous. I mean, how could it not starting off with the best combo ever?!

My Tuesday.....Not so much. I was just minding my own business, yanno, getting ready for work and the day, straightening my curly cue hair of mine. I finished, turned my flat iron off, and got my Baby Bear ready. I kept smelling something burning every time I walked into my room, so I kept checking to make sure my flat iron was off and I didn't accidentally burn the counter (come on, it's me), and there was nothing, and it really was off, for the 5th time! I finally went to unplug it, and BAM

Mr A said the 1st pic did no justice, so he took this one for me

this totally happened. The loudest pop and biggest spark I had ever seen. I jumped, and I think I almost peed my pants! Thank God that wasn't my hand, and it didn't get me. Mr A had me turn the breaker off, then he came straight home from work to take a look at it and fix it. He was paranoid about a fire. He's been through a couple of those.

So now ladies, I need your help and opinions.....Do I go back to Chi, or do I give the Hana brand a whirl? I've seen a lot advertised on the Hana's for volumizing. I have curly, and I mean CURLY hair! I am just not sure. Which would you recommend?

I almost wish these places had a "try before you buy" but then I start thinking of all the creepy, germy things like lice, and decide better not, that's a horrible idea!.

Better Late Than Never, Right?

Since the weekend is approaching, I might as well touch on last weekend since I never really gave an update. Things have been pretty hectic around here!

Last weekend, cake was had

frogs were kissed

friendship began

and friendship was rekindled. There were misunderstandings and tons of laughter to follow. We were having too much of a good time to actually stop and take pictures on our night out. All in all we all really had a good time with our second family.

This week has been jam packed. I have been working my tail off, and our Little Bear had her appointment at Texas Children's. Her vitiligo has been confirmed, and she did really well the entire appointment until they went to take her blood. They are testing her hormone levels to make sure all is in check since she sleeps all the time and still has her tummy issues. GI specialist is next month.

As far as our weekend; we have Saturday pretty jam packed with lots of fun activities. Hopefully we will throw in some time for lounging as well.

Weekend Update

This weekend was a little rough. I had been flaring all week so it was pretty painful to say the least. The Mister had his first unsupervised injection that he gave me,and I think the last. You know something isn't right when you can't feel the needle. Ouch!

I need a manicure so bad. This color is OPI Cajun Shrimp!

We also had my nephew Friday night. They just so happened to wake up at 5am, so I endedup with 2 kids,a dog, and myself in 1 bed. You know,so the monsters wouldn't get us. I put myself on the couch with the pup. Someone had to be on the lookout (and get some sleep).

What I watched this weekend:

Saturday was a day of resting up, knowing we had a big night planned and all. Our Bear was so excited to be going to see the circus for her first time ever! She had only been talking about it for 6 months! She absolutely LOVED it, and that mkes my heart happy, and makes it soo worth it. The circus for her just would not be complete for her without a spinning light, a stuffed animal, a sno cone, and cotton candy.

Here are some pictures from the night's events

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Sunday, I was still feeling quite bad. I got up when Little Miss did and ended up sleeping on the couch until noon! I did not get up all day. My body felt like Iit had the flu with all the aches! Then this happened. 

I had stepped on something last week and The Mister finally dug 

it out!

My Weekends

I have had lots of free time on my hands lately. My weekends are pretty lazy since I am usually out of it on Saturdays after my medication on Friday's. I know The mister has been in heaven because last year he got annoyed with me having jam packed weekends for us every.single.weekend. No lie. So I had already cut back on weekend activities because of that, so now that I have no choice, I have been going a little stir crazy! I feel like I never leave the house. With that being said, I have turned to Netflix. There are so many titles to choose from, and so much that is just plain garbage!

Here is what I watched this past weekend:

The Bachelorette.

This was simply entertaining, funny, and a mindless movie. It had a great cast, and they had quite the wild time with a little mean girl action. What a crazy bunch! Yes, The Mister watched this one with me, and even had quite a few chuckles of his own.

Next up was My Girlfriend's Boyfriend

Don't be alarmed by the title. It isn't what you might think! This was a cute movie, and I enjoyed the cutesiness to it, up until the ending. A writer meets a girl, they date, fall in love, his writing improves, and the movie takes you through their journey together. (The Mister slept through this one)

Then there was Troubled Waters

This one was a crime mystery, and actually a pretty good one. A little girl is kidnapped, and beneath it all, it had its own twists and turns that I couldn't even dream of. Definitely one to watch.

Any suggestions on what is out there to help me pass the time?