Anitra's life
Strollers...
08/30/2010 08:23 PM
Brought my helper with me to Babies R Us today and tried out double strollers. Surprised to find that I really like the Graco Quattro Tour Duo - but it makes sense, it's basically the newer, more feature-filled, double version of the stroller we already have. It's heavy (duh) and could stand to be a bit more maneuverable, but all in all, it's an awesome stroller for the price, and comfortable for everyone - I know, Claire wanted to test out BOTH seats (only in this stroller, not in any of the others we tried).
I was convinced that a side-by-side was going to be the way to go, but now I'm really liking this one. And with Babies R Us having a trade-in deal (trade-in an old piece of baby equipment, get 25% off), I'm thinking we might be able to get a good deal on this... instead of scouring Craigslist for something I may or may not like.
Double strollers are HEAVY, though. I need to get a cheap umbrella stroller to use as backup and/or when Claire wants to push instead of ride. If only I could find one that doesn't discriminate against people who are taller than 5'5". If I find one, I'll probably use it a lot before the baby is born, too. Lifting our stroller in and out of the car is getting a little tough on this pregnant mama.
Still searching for a toddler bed. I gotta get a move on if we want to have one before Claire's birthday!
Haven't posted in a while...
08/20/2010 10:15 AM
News: I am pregnant. Just found out Wednesday that it's a boy. Baby Asher is due early January 2011.
I had "morning sickness" (now with more actual vomiting!) for 4 months. Had to be on medication so I could function and get food down. Finally was able to stop taking the meds about 2 weeks ago, and about 1 week ago, the constant nausea finally abated. Still have a little bit of trouble the first 30 minutes I'm awake in the morning, but I can deal with that!
Have been crazy busy (when I'm not lying on the couch wishing I could die). The next month is going to be particularly hectic, starting with a trip to Rochester this week. Then our giant Labor Day (well, Sunday) BBQ which will have at least half the folks from church... the day before that, ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif){kind=small}
nightskyre and I are going to a Red Sox game (yay!)... then comes the church highschool kick-off, then Nightskyre's birthday, then Claire's birthday... yeesh.
Maybe things will quiet down again by October.
In the Smith house, summer starts TONIGHT!
05/24/2010 01:29 PM
Looking for something to do tonight?
TONIGHT - Firepit, S'mores and Swimming!
It's starting to feel like summer, our pool is fully cleaned, and so is our yard. Come on over after dinner tonight to enjoy fire and water... that is, a fire in our firepit (with s'mores) and swimming in our pool (if you so desire).
7pm until late.
Google Buzz. All I have to say is...
02/12/2010 04:43 PM
Boy, am I glad I don't use my Google account for email.
(Say what you will, even if they work out the problems quickly, it was released with a few REALLY poor UI/default settings decisions.)
w00t
12/03/2009 06:40 PM
Wallet found. Color me stupid, it was in the "other" car.
'Tis the season - Two holiday concerts
11/23/2009 10:25 AM
Christmas season is crazy. If you wonder why you haven't seen me much lately, this is part of the reason why: I am performing in two upcoming holiday concerts.
An Evening of Christmas Joy
Friday, December 4th, 7pm
Bethlehem Bible Church, 307 Lancaster St, West Boylston
Ticket price: free!
I am singing a solo, and making my debut as a choir director (gulp!)
Boar's Head Festival
Saturday, December 12th, 4pm (Snow date: Sunday 13th, 4pm)
Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 Main St, Worcester
Ticket price: $25 / $20 student / $10 children
I am singing with the Master Singers of Worcester, and also have a small solo.