Tuesday, October 30, 2012

six months later.

Today, I worked on getting a 'before and after' photo of rosebud. I really should have done it yesterday for maximum effectiveness, however it's close enough for me! There is one photo of rosie that just kills me. I've posted it before, but I'll post it again. many times. It's because rosebud it in her carseat, having just arrived home from the hospital. what a little bean she was! now, six months later, she is huge and lovely and the same baby yet so, so different.

Sunday, October 28, 2012

SUNDAY 7" - HALLOWEEN EDITION

okay, because what halloween compilation WOULDN'T include the monster mash?

and what's a more halloween-y band than the misfits? here is one of the creepiest love songs ever told. i happen to love it.

Friday, October 26, 2012

HAPPY HALF BIRTHDAY, BUD!

oh my goodness gracious.
has it really been so long, my love?

Rosebud Elizabeth Pearl is 6 months old today.

She crawls! she talks! she loves my butternut squash soup and avocado, and she feeds herself like a champ!

she becomes most excited when there is an animal around, but will make do with petting the fur on my moccasins, if no pets are to be seen. oh my funny child. We played peek-a-boo for the first time today and she just laughed and laughed.

everyday is an adventure; everyday i watch her learning and i am bewildered by life, by the human mind, by the capacity of my own heart to love.

and now, pictures.

Thursday, October 25, 2012

because the lasts never last

today was the first time i *really* caught rosie crawling. and it was wonderful. and we also went grocery shopping, and i didn't have to carry her in a wrap or push her in the stroller, because she can sit up in the shopping cart all by herself now. I was so proud. and i did take the time to think, to remember those long lost days when she couldn't hold up her own head. the same head that now turns every which way, the whole world to see. most parents know how quickly these moments pass and how unbelievable it is to see our little tiny babies turn into full blown people before our eyes. we celebrate the firsts, but really, how often do we think about the lasts?
just today, somebody opened my eyes to this wonderful Huffington Post article. I know I post touching little articles just about once a week, BUT REALLY THIS TIME! MY HEART! I feel like I have rashes on my cheeks from crying so many tears at this article! I feel like every parent should read it once a month (or so, i know we're all busy) just to make sure that we don't forget to remember all those special little moments. i only hope i can/will.
my rosebud, i love you.
and here she is, kind of crawling, kind of laughing, and totally lighting up my life. thank you, little darling.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

muffin-top

TODAY, DUE TO A LACK OF BETTER OPTIONS, I TRIED ON A PAIR OF PRE-PREGNANCY JEANS AND... THEY FIT!

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

TEETHING

At almost six months, rosebud doesn't have any teeth yet, but i'm thinking that look of anguish (not to mention her general fussiness today) means something! watch it go on for another month before we get a tooth.
come on rosie, you can do it!

Monday, October 15, 2012

7" SUNDAY - I LOVE YOU WILSON PICKETT

yes, I am fully aware that it's monday. but i'm sick and forgetful and i couldn't wait until next week because, why would i?
today is dedicated to wilson pickett because i love him and so does rosie in her little jolly jumper.


BONUS SONG!
because it's hilarious and reminds me of my brother.

Saturday, October 13, 2012

little love letter

dear rosebud, sometimes you stay up late and i'm tired or sick or i need a shower and the kitchen is a mess and i just can't wait for you to go to sleep.
but when you do, i miss you.
love, mom.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Saturday, October 6, 2012

feel good moment of the day

The feel good, weep inducing moment of the day is brought to you by disney. I was surprised to find this video on Bitch Media's website today, especially knowing how conflicted most feminists are about disney princesses. but it's pretty good!