love for DA-DA

matilda LOVES her daddy.



she shows her love by only saying "dada" and by bursting in to tears when ever he leaves the room. i'm not bitter.
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Handmade Birthday

Yesterday was my Daddy's birthday and we went and celebrated at our favorite Mexican restaurant. My Dad is simply amazing. He shot his birthday tequila like a champ and we had an amazing time.





Here is Matilda out cold in her Babbacover, my new favorite gizmo. Everyone kept trying to get us to take her out, but I'm getting wise to this ploy. It's all fun and games until we get home and our baby Tilda is an overtired mess. Sam and I stood our ground!



For Daddy's birthday Sam made an amazing belt for him. It is so beautiful and Dad loved it. Sam also loved it, so much that he made himself one. Dad's is on the right, Sam's on the left. Look for them soon in the Etsy shop.





Happy Birthday Dad!!!

Update: how many times can I use the word amazing in a post???

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The french toast smells gooooood

Sam just whipped up some french toast and I can't wait to devour it. We love cooking breakfast for dinner...it's one of our things. We had the loveliest day, although we didn't quite take advantage of the amazing fall weather like we should have. We started off the morning at New York Deli on the square. We met Mom, Dad, Grandmother and Grandaddy, who are in town to meet Matilda. It's one of my favorite lunch spots. My pick is the Vinings BLT with fresh cut fries and half sweet tea (in case you were wondering!). The atmosphere is really nice and great for men, it boasts several flat screen tvs, and the service is amazing. We've been there several times and the food comes out fast and the employees are so friendly and they work so hard to keep the restaurant clean (which I also love).







Here is a picture of Grandmother and Matilda, I got a little fancy with my iBook:



Afterwards we met Andy, Claire, and Kate at our house. I'm so happy Claire is in town and it was so great to visit with all of them. We had some great laughs and very polite political discussions. I have to say, I can't wait until the election is OVER! Anyways,we had a blast and I love them all. Claire, Kate, and I have been friends since they were born. I was at the hospital both times and it's a rare and beautiful thing.







Now Sam and I are going to watch a movie that I think personifies our life right now...American Gangster.

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Vintage Childrens Books

Yesterday Sam and I spent the day running to Ikea (eeek), Home Depot, and then setting up all of our finds. We went shopping for Matilda's room and it has been incredibly thrilling getting things ready for her. Mom and Dad came over to help us set up the bookshelf we got, while Sam was busy staining. More on that later!

I was so happy to have a place to put the things that I have gotten for her and Mom had a bag full of books to give me that we had read and loved when we were little. As I looked through the bag and carefully placed the books in their proper places, I was overcome with nostalgia!

Here are a list of the treasures I came across. Did you all read any of these? What were your favorites?



If Jesus Came to my House...I was obsessed with the illustrations



Angelina Ballerina. I had them all, loved them all!



Amelia Bedelia. Thought it was hilarious, still do.



Oh what a Busy Day.Again, I was all about the illustrations. These are so sweet and charming, and there were always lots of things to look at on each page.



A day on the Farm, probably instilled my desire to want to live on a farm one day.



Busy, busy world. So much to take in, such a classic!

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Happy Father's Day

Thank you to all the Fathers who are active in their children's lives and work hard for their families. I am truly blessed by my Dad. He is more than I could ever want in a father. He's a great listener, tender hearted, fun, warm, honest, hard working, and loving. He goes above and beyond for others and is a true blessing to all. I love you Daddy!



And to my husband...a father to be, I know that you will be Matilda's hero and friend. I know you will encourage her and be there for her in every way. I am so thankful to have that sincere knowledge. I love you.



Daddy and Sam

p.s. i went the "child at heart dad" route and surprised sam with Guitar Hero. He was so excited, so we will probably spend the day with me trying to master Black Magic Woman and Sam cracking up at my feeble attempts!

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