Things We Are Loving This Week

• 3-day holiday weekends that allow us to do things like say, RELAX (oh and some much-needed housework like spreading mulch, cleaning gutters and starting the demo of the tile on the front stairs)
• Hunter's newest words and phrases: "the piccups" (translation: hiccups), 'livery truck's not here today!, calerpillar
• Being 6 weeks away from finally meeting our Baby Girl Peanut!
• H's discovery of toddler-favorite, the Bob the Builder cartoon on PBS Sprout
• The memories of our beloved lilacs growing alongside the fence this year
  
• My latest pregnancy cravings: chai creme frappuchinos from Starbucks and corn Chex cereal
• Our new favorite TV series, Party Down on STARZ (created by actor Paul Rudd and friends)
• Maternity undies (sorry to all male readers but they are just. so. damn. comfortable.)
• Clothes shopping for Baby Girl... and this dress that snuck its way into my shopping bag :)


• Hearing President Barack Obama give his regards to the University of Michigan graduating class of 2010 by declaring "It's great to be here in the Big House. And so may I say 'GO BLUE!'". You may read the entire speech here.
• This adorable pillow from Etsy seller OutonalimbDesign which will make an stinkin' cute addition to Baby Peanut's room

This Just In

The date has changed. I repeat: we have a DATE CHANGE for Baby Peanut's imminent arrival. Please add an arrow to that note on your calendars next to July 12th, and extend it over one day. Due to doctor scheduling, we are now expecting a bouncing baby girl on Tuesday, July 13th.

At first, I was hesitant to agree to the 13th (I mean HELLO isn't 13 an UNLUCKY NUMBER?), but then I realized something else: It's just a number. And for us, it will now forever be a good one.

Here's to 7 weeks and counting!

Out With The Old, In With The New

Farewell Mazda CX-7. You have served me well but the time has come for a big girl car. With features like HEATED SEATS. And a MOON ROOF. And REAR SENSORS. And 18" CHROME WHEELS. And SATELLITE RADIO. Am I excited? Oh yeah.

What Are YOU Doing July 12th?

I can tell you where the Michigan Bobenmoyers will be: At the hospital! Having a baby! No time yet, but as of now we are officially on the schedule for a Cesarean delivery on Monday, July 12th. So mark your calendars: Baby Peanut is coming!


Wait a minute (Slight freak out moment): That's just 2 months from TODAY. I'd better get moving on those nursery decorations... and stocking up on those baby girl clothes... and getting H into his Big Boy room... Lots to do, less than 9 weeks to do it...

Head Shot

As if carrying around 15 extra pounds and a gradually-slowing walk weren't bad enough, this weekend HWB decided to gift me with his Mother's Day present early.. an ill-timed head-butt to the forehead. I honestly thought I was going to pass out.

Luckily my mom was on scene to assess and provide support in the form of a cold compress.

Not wanting to be outdone, Hunter also demanded he receive an 'ice pack' (read: a wet paper towel). The aftermath appears below.

I Love Me Some Whole Foods' Peanut Butter Pows Cereal

Grown up adult peanut butter cereal? Delicious. Also considered a great pick-me-up on the West Coast. Just look at it's impact on these two test individuals...

Ladies Lunching... Er, Breakfasting

One of my favorite Royal Oak haunts used to be an adorable little cosmetics store called Poppy Beauty Bar. Unfortunately I preface this with 'used to be' as with the downturn of the economy and all it's negatives, Poppy also became victim to financial crisis and closed. I was crushed as I had become fond of Poppy's owner, Theresa, who fed me all my Royal Oak gossip and always encouraged me to try new products.

One of the other things I admired about Theresa was her love for new breakfast nooks on a weekly basis: It became common practice for her to snag the New York Times crossword puzzle and venture to a new restaurant for breakfast every Sunday (her only day off from Poppy mind you!). And it was with this same inspiration in mind that our ladies Breakfast Club was born: Once a month Laura, Katie, Melissa and I get together for breakfast, lots of chatting and some delicious eats. We take turns selecting a place to meet (in rotating order by birthday), and escape for a little girl time. So far our adventures have taken us to:

• January: Cafe Muse in Royal Oak. May I suggest the Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast?
• February: Beverly Hills Grille in Beverly Hills. Carrot cake pancakes... say no more!
• March: Pete's Broadway Cafe in Ferndale. Challah French Toast (which Laura lovingly pronounces with the 'ch')
• April: Toast in Birmingham. Yummmmm. Grand Marnier French Toast (are you sensing a theme here?)
• May (today!): Good Girls Go To Paris Crepes in Detroit. The "Kay" crepe was to die for!

So be inspired! Try something new this week. (And it always helps to bring a few good girlfriends along to share in the fun!)

The President Is Coming! The President Is Coming!

Photo from 4/27/2010 AnnArbor.com article "What deficit? Obama's University of Michigan appearance boosts Ann Arbor economy" by Nathan Bomey


I mean seriously. I had a Pultizer-Prize winning journalist whose speech was on par with the dull bore that is Clint Eastwood's 'acting skill' (sorry). PJ's class was entertained (and I use that term loosely) by the likes of our current Michigan governor attempting to rouse the crowd with her vapid cheers of 'USA! USA!'. And the 2010 graduating class of UofM will be treated this Saturday to a commencement address by none other than President Barack Obama? I. Am. Jealous.

My favorite little tidbit about Obama's arrival in my beloved A-squared? The return of Barack-y Road Gelato at Zingermans.

Side note: My husband has never forgiven me for dragging him (and I quote) 'kicking and screaming' to eat at Zingermans'. Apparently the luster of this famed deli is limited only to those with Wolverine hearts... and taste buds. (Sorry honey.)

If you'd like to read the full article about Ann Arbor's preparations for their presidential visit, please enjoy this newsworthy bit from AnnArbor.com.

Priceless

When we were little, my brother and I used to walk along the railroad ties used as garden borders at my mom's house -- it was definitely a kid thing.

You can imagine my delight in seeing Hunter following in the footsteps of his Mommy and Uncle Juniper from this picture my mom shot over the weekend. (And yes, it's still a kid thing.)

We're Registered

Over the past few weeks, I've had a few inquiries whether or not we planned to register for Baby Peanut. Originally I was thinking no - especially given we already have a majority of things needed to bring home this baby in style - however relented when I realized we could use a slight female spin on our baby collection.

So in the event you are in need of some ideas for Baby Peanut gifts, feel free to check out our small hitlist at Babies R Us or by clicking here.