Relief at last!

Thank you for all the calls, posts and concern about my life's greatest problem! I know that if anything really tragic happens- I have the greatest support group in the world. Just so you all know, my air conditioning is officially fixed! My mood has improved and I'm a much better mother and wife. I'm also watching speed walking on the Olympics- I can't believe some of these sports that you are allowed to get a gold medal in. Maybe one of these days you will see me participating in some unheard of sport just so I can have my own olympic experience!
So I have been tagged- I haven't actually returned a tag before because I am way to lazy to cut and paste and try to think of witty answers- so much PRESSURE!
So Jen, thanks for the tag and blame any inane answers on the fact that it's 12:30 in the morning and speed walking has got me captivated.

My 3 Joys:
My baby
Diamonique hours on QVC
Music- the good, the bad, and the ugly

My 3 Fears:
Anything happening to Evan
Paul dying
Nickelback

My 3 Current Obsessions:
The Olympics
Another baby (hopefully)
Finding a new piece of jewelry- my 5 year anniversay is coming up I think I've earned something that isn't Diamonique!

3 Surprising Facts:
I'm super cheap
I hate peanut butter
I wish I was a backup singer in a band

I tag:
Lisa
Sarah Hoagland
Stephanie
Dolly
Amber

While I'm at it...

I don't have too much to complain about living in sunny southern California. In fact whenever anybody hears I live in San Diego, I always hear about how great our climate is, well I'm about to blow that theory to hell! It's almost midnight, and I'm sitting in a sauna! OK, not a sauna- that sounds too relaxing. I'm sitting in a sweatbox otherwise known as home. It has been so hot and humid the past few days, and my air conditioning is broken! The landlord is supposed to have it fixed in the next day or two but in the mean time I've been trapped in my house with a clingy baby who is running a high fever (that is the equivalent of a space heater attached to you) with no definite relief in sight. I can't take it anymore! I'm probably too spoiled by all of our good weather that I can no longer handle the extreme! Tomorrow I'm going to take my hopefully not sick anymore baby to the mall and hang out in that air conditioned haven until I can't take it anymore! If anyone has any suggestions that aren't as financially risky, I'm all ears!

The Second Batch of Tahoe Pics!

Here is round two!

This was the night of the infamous talent show! The kids put on a great show. We had scooter and skateboard tricks, hula-hooping, dancing, bike riding and acting.
This is Adam showing us his headstand!
This year we found a new place to hang out. We had to hike into this little lake, but it was beautiful! It was a fun place to spend the day. Paul took Evan for a dip on the rope swing, and there was also a zip line set up that the adults and older kids took advantage of.
The men went on an overnight camping trip with the boys. They had a great time. They had to backpack in, make their own food, and sleep under the stars. Sounds like the trip from hell to me, but they seemed to enjoy it!

The first batch of Tahoe!

Here are just a few of our pics from Tahoe. As you can see, Evan had too much of a good time. In fact, we are making up for his great time this week with a high fever and hours of sleep! It was so great to have most of Paul's family attend the annual trip! I never thought I would be so grateful for all the niece's and nephews, but this year I learned how great they can be. Not only do I love them, but Evan does too! He basically only hung out with me when it was time for bed, food, or a kiss to make it better. He spent the entire week trying to keep up with the big kids! I read the second and third book of the Twilight series just because I could! This was truly a vacation to remember!
He finally crashed on the last five minutes of the trip home. You can see his battle scars from the week! He fell on some rocks while we were at the pool. His nose was bleeding, and his eye was swollen- I was pretty sure he would have a black eye. Luckily for us CPS wasn't called and his nose is almost healed. It's amazing how quick babies rebound from this stuff!
Want to know the trick for keeping a one year old entertained in the airport? Here's your answer! Poor Paul! They must have rode the escalators up and down 50 times.
Here is a good shot of the nose!
Watermelon is Evan's favorite. He was working on this chunk for a long time. The beauty about feeding your baby watermelon in at the lake is that he's already half naked, the juice won't ruin or linger on clothes, and there is water nearby to rinse off! This is such a win/win situation!
How CUTE is my kid?! I love this smile! We were driving home from breakfast one morning and he was just so happy! He kept smiling into the mirror to get my attention. His favorite songs to rock out to currently include "The Wheels on the Bus" and when he wants you to sing "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" , he will hold his hands over his head like the rain is going to come down. I think he is a little music man, and that he gets from his mama. One day we'll have to expand his music repitoire!

What A Crazy Month!

I seem to be having some technical difficulties with my camera, but they will be resolved soon. We just returned from our Utah/Lake Tahoe adventures and we have some fun stories to tell. Since I've been beat up about no pictures I thought I would just tell a story about my sweet baby boy. On the first day of our Tahoe trip, Evan was sharing a room with us. Paul got up to go make a morning bottle and then Evan laid back down for a few minutes. As Paul and I were falling back to sleep we heard Evan moving around and then he yelled "Paul!", we waited a second and sure enough we hear "Paul!". He was totally calling Paul's name! Needless to say Paul had to get up and play dad. I rolled over and went back to sleep. It was the greatest morning ever!

4th of July Weekend

We had a great 4th of July. We actually stayed on San Diego which according to Paul means that we have officially embraced San Diego. I say that it means that we officially have a crazy one year old. I guess if truth be told, it probably means a little of both. We started off the fourth by going to the local Scripps Ranch parade, and then we took off to the park for follow up fun. We came home and took the baby swimming and napped so we could be sure to stay awake for the fireworks. Evan loved being out late, not to mention the fireworks. I'm really starting to understand the importance of tradition the older Evan gets. I loved doing our own family thing and continuing on the tradition that is the 4th.
This is what Evan thinks of coming in after swimming!
Paul and Evan at the parade. We had a hard time keeping him on the sidelines. If he had it his way he would have gladly marched with the parade.
Evan and me at the fireworks. He was mesmerised by it all-as long as he was sitting on my lap!
We installed a ceiling fan a few weeks ago, and Evan was happy to help!
One of his favorite places to play. He loves climbing in, but still can't figure how to climb out. Look how massive his foot looks in this picture!

Last night was a big night for this nerd!

For those of you who know me, know that I heart George Michael. Make that like triple heart him! So when I heard he was coming I knew this was one show I wouldn't be missing! Let's just say it was a GREAT show. He performed all of the big hits and some of the not so big ones. Needless to say I am suffering from a sore throat and a lack of sleep today, but it was all worth it! Thanks to Jen and Dave for letting me be the third wheel!