Isa's Ninong Steve called a few weeks back to let us know that he was planning on coming to take the family to Disney for Easter Weekend and if we were available. Of course!
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Seeing as that I am his eldest son's ninong (that's godfather for those of you tagalog impaired), as well, I was more than happy to take some time to hang out. I even had plans to have the three kids do an Easter Egg Hunt over the weekend and possibly a boating/picnic outing on another day. As luck would have it the weather forecast was spotty at best.
Seeing as that I am his eldest son's ninong (that's godfather for those of you tagalog impaired), as well, I was more than happy to take some time to hang out. I even had plans to have the three kids do an Easter Egg Hunt over the weekend and possibly a boating/picnic outing on another day. As luck would have it the weather forecast was spotty at best.
After a quick break, lunch of pan seared Tilapia, shrimp and sea scallops with a quick Mandarin Orange Salsa (it's Good Friday!) and packing all the kid's needs and the SUV for the trip we were off to see Mickey. I figured we'd be there after 3pm and stay til 9pm - six hours should be more than enough for a bunch of toddlers, right? Weather had been predicted as scattered showers for Saturday, but Friday couldn't have been any more beautiful. Sunny with a little bit of breeze it hinted at the drop in temperature to come later in the evening.
Lorenzo had a plan to hit the Racetrack first (he loves cars). I was the bad guy when I suggested Haunted Mansion (I loved this ride as a kid) and scared the hell out of Lorenzo (Bad Ninong Erick! Bad!) Zacahary on the other hand stayed a trooper. I knew Isa wouldn't like her stroller for very long, but it came in handy for her afternoon nap
The next day was spent going around town shopping and eating out. It did rain here and there, but not terrible. Our big plan was to eat out and go to see Horton Hears A Who (El and I hadn't been to a movie in over a year - a story unto itself), but I think the previous day's excursion left some residual fatigue with everyone. Oh well.
By Sunday I had to go to work in the morning so Steve and Carla took El out for brunch at Mimi's Cafe. I then realized WE NEVER HAD OUR EGG HUNT! Doh! Oh well, I have plenty of candy for the taking...
Thanks Steve and Carla for Isa's pasalubong(s). I hope the boys enjoyed themselves. It was great seeing you guys and YES we will consider moving back to Charleston again. Kisses from Isabella.
Thanks Steve and Carla for Isa's pasalubong(s). I hope the boys enjoyed themselves. It was great seeing you guys and YES we will consider moving back to Charleston again. Kisses from Isabella.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Congrats to Bartels & Tip!
An old colleague and buddy of mine from Golf Channel tied the knot to his fiancee,Tip. Although I was unable to make most of the social events surrounding the wedding I did make it to the actual wedding. Held downtown at First Presbyterian the church and ceremony itself was beautiful.
The reception was held at Interlachen Country Club in Winter Park. I've never been here (it's a private country club), but it was also a beautiful location. Plenty of food and drinks Isa and I hung out for a couple of hours to wish Tip and Eric congratulations on their wedding day.
The reception was held at Interlachen Country Club in Winter Park. I've never been here (it's a private country club), but it was also a beautiful location. Plenty of food and drinks Isa and I hung out for a couple of hours to wish Tip and Eric congratulations on their wedding day.
Glutton for Punishment?
What are we? Nuts? I guess during the daily grind of our lives I may have failed to mention that we are expecting baby number 2. Oops my bad. I thought I told some people, but after chatting it up with a few here and there I realized that maybe I failed to mention it to more people than I initially thought. So yeah. There it is!
April 11th we should be able to find out the sex of the baby. Although it really doesn't matter to us (we just want the baby to be healthy) we have names picked out for said baby if it's a boy or a girl. Nicholas (Nico) for a boy and Madeleine (Maddie) for a girl.
April 11th we should be able to find out the sex of the baby. Although it really doesn't matter to us (we just want the baby to be healthy) we have names picked out for said baby if it's a boy or a girl. Nicholas (Nico) for a boy and Madeleine (Maddie) for a girl.
Some friends were shocked at how soon we wanted to get back in the saddle, but what can I say? We're gluttons for punishment. Nah not really. Isa has been a real joy for us and we liked the idea of having the second (and possibly last) baby close in age to her. I'll keep you posted.
And by the way...Congrats to Goose, Marc and Dave on their upcoming babies. When it rains it pours.
And by the way...Congrats to Goose, Marc and Dave on their upcoming babies. When it rains it pours.
Wednesday, March 05, 2008
Get on the Potty Train...Poo-Poooh!
El's mom thought Isa was at the stage to start potty training. I thought it was tad early, but what the hell do I know? I still use Depends. Ellen went to Target and picked up one of those musical potty trainers and started getting her used to sitting on it even after she had wet her diapers. Gotta start somewhere right?
Isa sorry in advance for posting this online. You can kick me in the ass when you get older. What can I say? I enjoy chronicling even the most mundane aspects of your life.
Isa sorry in advance for posting this online. You can kick me in the ass when you get older. What can I say? I enjoy chronicling even the most mundane aspects of your life.
Boating Day Soon?
I've been itching for a long time get my boat out on the water again, especially with Isa and Ellen. The weather has been kind of beautiful only to get spotty again so in preparation I bought Isa her first life jacket. Here the lovely Isa models for us proper etiquette and usage of said vest.
Happy Birthday Gabriel!
My nephew's second birthday was just around the corner and my sister was wanting to take him to Disney for the first time. Since we weren't going to be able to go to SC for his real birthday party we decided to have a little outing for the kids.
Cherilyn arrived Thursday night with Gabriel. El picked them up and they met me for dinner at work. Must've been a long trip cos by the time I got off of work everyone was already in bed! Isa, Gabriel, Cher and El - DEAD ASLEEP. And it was only 10:30pm. What the?!?
Cherilyn arrived Thursday night with Gabriel. El picked them up and they met me for dinner at work. Must've been a long trip cos by the time I got off of work everyone was already in bed! Isa, Gabriel, Cher and El - DEAD ASLEEP. And it was only 10:30pm. What the?!?
Friday I tried to sleep in just a bit longer and Cher was nice enough to wipe Isa's butt butt and give her a bottle, although Gabriel let me know before too long that it was time to play. So we did.
It's funny how easily amused kids can be. We had grand plans of going to the Orlando Museum to catch a vintage toy exhibit, but traffic was horrific and I decided against it.
It's funny how easily amused kids can be. We had grand plans of going to the Orlando Museum to catch a vintage toy exhibit, but traffic was horrific and I decided against it.
I tried to make up for it by taking the birthday boy to Target to pick a toy. We must've spent easily and hour or so going up and down the aisles of toys and the two knuckleheads finally settled on a $3 pink ball. HAH? Afterwards I took Len to IKEA for the first time to experience its wonders. I even got Gabriel a cool stuffed gator/pillow (but we forgot to pack it in her luggage before going home to SC - :( snif! ). Some fat b*tch in a wheelchair even tried to run him down while waiting in line to pay for our booty. Ima kick her ass!!!
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