We're So Excited!

These are our good friends Dave and Holly. Dave and James were college roommates and we got married about three weeks apart. We have some really great memories with them (i.e. Settlers of Catan, BYU games, and spontaneous hula hooping to name a few). Like in this picture, we're going to a DMB concert (James' 8th or 9th, I can't remember). James and I can't wait 'til they come visit us at the end of this month! They're bringing their adorable little girls, Nezzie and Gwen, and we are going to hit all the So Cal hotspots. We are even trying to fix up our "guest" room for the occasion, for those lucky ones who have seen this room, you know what a big project this is =). More pics to follow, I'm sure!

Little Miss Natalie

I had no part in this, Natalie came out of Grandma's playroom looking like this. Quite the fashion sense!

Peaceful Baby

Don't you just love looking at your baby when they're asleep? It allows you to forgive them anything.

Easter

Okay, I know Easter was like, three weeks ago, but I just uploaded my pictures, so what can you do?

Here is Natalie discovering a Peep for the very first time at the Easter Egg Hunt our friends put on. Mmm, sugar!



Once Natalie found those eggs, she wasn't about to let anybody take them away from her, not even to swing!



This is the one and only picture I have of Natalie in her Easter dress, that's what happens when you have 9:00 church.



Natalie loves balloons, can't you see it on her face?

Three Things Natalie Loves

The pool. She is going to LOVE summer.

Her Grandpa. It took a few months (about 10), but now Grandpa and her get along just wonderfully.

Lemons. Grandpa will take Natalie to pick lemons in the backyard. Take pleasure in the little things =)

Random Post

James challenged me last night to create a new post today, so here I am. I was complaining to him that if I don't post about Natalie, I really have no idea what to post about, isn't that sad? I have some really creative friends who write interesting posts that aren't to do with their kids and I'm a little jealous of their talents. It may sound really nerdy, but we brainstormed some things I could post about besides Natalie...I am sounding really pathetic, I know! What would pre-mom Melissa say about this!

So I have decided to reveal a little known fact about myself that will shock you all, I'm sure! It has been a wish of mine for the last few years to learn how to play the banjo and be able to play it well. Everytime I hear a song (not country) that features the banjo, I have an unexplained euphoria and immediately smile and start swaying or tapping my foot. I have heard it being used in songs by Travis, Dave Matthews Band, Guster, and Fountains of Wayne . I must admit as well, that I am a fan of Alison Kraus because of her banjo talents (or someone in her band). Anyway, my secret is out, now James will know exactly what to get me for a present one day =).

By the way, "little known facts about Melissa" was not one of the topics brainstormed last night, I came up with this one as I was writing this.

Teletubby American Idol

So I was telling Melissa a couple weeks back that American Idol Phil Stacey really looks like the sun baby on Teletubbies. (By the way, who else can't stand Teletubbies? Melissa thinks I'm a little too hostile towards what is supposed to be a simple children's television show but I really have a strong dislike for this inane creation. Sorry, Natalie, it's true. I'll still watch it with you though because I love you to pieces.)

OK, back to the point. I feel there is a strong resemblance between sun baby and Phil Stacey - especially when the baby makes that creepy laugh and gets a little cross-eyed.





Now, here comes the interesting part. As I'm getting photos off the web to create this post, I find that America has a different opinon on Phil Stacey's look-a-like. None other than our good friend, Nosferatu. (For those who haven't seen Nosferatu, I encourage you to rent and enjoy this fine piece of cinema. Dave, you would back me up on that, right?)



While sun baby and Phil Stacey will always remain inseparably connected in my mind, I must admit that Nosferatu somehow rose from the dead and tried out for American Idol this season.

It is fun to be in a basket.

Natalie really likes to crawl into anything that she might remotely fit into. And then kind of just laugh and move around a lot. It's a really fun game.


I just had to put this shot in and let you all marvel at Natalie's thighs.

Do I look fat?

For those of you in the dark, James and I have a new addition coming around October 19th. I'm 11 weeks pregnant and feel like I look like I'm four months along already. What can you do? We are so excited to welcome a new White into the world.

Coronado

We stayed with James' grandparents this weekend at their gorgeous beach condo on Coronado Island. Natalie had so much fun and loved her G.G. (great-grandma) and Papa.

We went to dinner on Friday night, here's the view of downtown San Diego we had from our table.


Natalie and G.G.


Natalie was fearless of the ocean, she just wanted to go in further and further. And it was really cold!


Resting on Mommy's shoulder after a fun day.

Dancing Queen

This weekend, James, Nat, and I went down to Coronado Island where James' grandparents live (more pics later). James' grandma often gives talking/singing stuffed animals as gifts. Natalie received an easter bunny that sings "Let's go to the Hop". She then proceeded to press it's paw about 30 times in a row and dance! She's got some good moves, let me tell you!

Daddy/Daughter Weekend

Well, Melissa is back from her Warner Springs weekend. But before she blogs all about it, I have to update you on the happenings with Natty Gan and I this past weekend. First of all, I'm happy to report that we had no difficulties to speak of. Natalie would inquire after "Mama?" from time to time, but I would simply say she was with Grandma in Warner Springs and that was enough to appease her. So now, on to the activities...





Saturday morning, Natters helped me water the plants (and her pants)...









Next, we ventured across the street to the park. It was a cool morning which evidently gave Natalie the park to herself.





I think I love watching Natalie on the slide as much as she loves going down it (after hanging out at the top forever, of course).



Natalie is a big fan of the swings too. Now, I will admit her hair is looking a little crazy but I have a ready excuse. We were up early to help clean the church and everyone shows up in their grubbies...I didn't want her to feel like she didn't fit in.




As the day continued, the sun finally made an appearance. It was the perfect opportunity to try out the new bubble machine we got at Costco earlier in the day. (Please note: Natalie is in her second outfit of the day. Not because she needed one but because Melissa was interested in what I would pick out for her. Darn cute, if you ask me.)








We had lots of fun but we're both glad Mommy is back.

Warner Springs Ranch

My mom and I are going away for the weekend. We're heading to an old family vacation spot of ours, Warner Springs Ranch. We plan to organize my mom's pictures which have been sitting in boxes for the past 30 years. And of course, we'll relax a little too. James, on the other hand, will be taking care of the Natsk. This should be a good experience for both of them, I hope they enjoy their weekend (as much as I'm going to enjoy mine)!!



The olympic size hot springs pool. Ahhhh.

Apology

Yes, I am sorry, I have been a slacker and have received some complaints on my lack of posts. So here is an update on some of the things we've been doing in February.

Here we are, being lazy, which is why I haven't posted in three weeks:

Natalie, my mom, and I took a trip to Balboa where we rode the ferry, ate some pizza, and went on Natalie's favorite: the carousel. Here is a sweet action shot!

And of course, our fun trip to Chuck E. Cheese's, where Natalie went on every possible little moving ride they had available (do we see a theme here). I wish she looked like she was having a little more fun though.

She really didn't like this one, it went around like the hands on a clock, mommy got her before the ride was even done. Maybe next time!


Stay tuned for our March updates, I promise it will be in less than three weeks.

Pigtails

As you can see, I don't really need rubberbands for Natalie's pigtails, they just naturally fall into that shape. Isn't that great?

Happy Valentine's

Happy Valentine's.



We love you, James!!

Cool Websites

Here are some websites I have found that are too cute to not share. I do like to surf the web on occasion and love to look at pretty things, even if I can't afford to buy them. Let me know what you think and please share any cool websites YOU have discovered!

Mudpuppy

Cute stuff for kids

Galison

Pretty stationary, I just love pretty stationary

Wrapables

Home Decor and gifty things

Company C

Rugs, Pillows, Bedding

Two Barefoot Mommas

I have to put a plug in for my friend Stephanie's adorable website for aprons, burp cloths, baby bracelets and more!

Stuffed Silly

Natalie is notorious for stuffing large amounts of food into her mouth. Like, for instance, a whole string cheese stick, a whole quarter of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a whole cookie, etc. Then, I guess it just hangs out there until it breaks down enough for her to swallow. I am so lucky my child hasn't choked on anything yet.

James' Hidden Talent

My husband takes really nice pictures. I try, but I think he's the natural.

Pure Glee

When is the last time YOU felt like this?