We’ll Be Back! February 29, 2008
We’re heading off for a super-quick vacation, so we won’t be posting for a few days 
But, we should be tan upon our return, so its totally worth it!
Living The Sweet Life February 29, 2008
All I could think of the moment I put in notice at my old job was getting some time off without work nagging in the back of my mind. I was obsessed with a week at home with the pup and the BTB.
I had a whole list of things I was going to do…
*Watch a few movies
*Catch a few college basketball games
*Spend some QT with the BTB and the puppy
*Catch up with a few people
Now, the week has come and, for the most part, gone. I’ve managed to get in a half a basketball game, watch *A* movie and have found a new job. I’ve managed to spent lots of time playing with and training the pup (on a side note, you should see our little girl ring a bell to tell us when she has to pee. I’m a proud papa indeed.).
I’ve also spent time filling requests for my lovely bride-to-be. I’ve grocery shopped, painted a closet and “gotten organized.”
Transitioning from the life of a bachelor to the life of a (more or less) married man isn’t going to be easy. Where did this week go???
How Have Things Changed? February 28, 2008
My coworker asked how life has changed since the GTB came home for good and we’ve officially been living together.
I thought for a moment…. Well, I’ve been cleaning, organizing and generally being busy. He’s made dinner a few times (thanks babe!) and has been watching tv.
Old habits die hard.
The poor guy — its not his fault I am overly tidy (and thus, *slightly* naggy) and he is used to living like a 21 year old.
Looking For A Lace Bolero? February 27, 2008
Okay, I’ve been scouring the world (well, the internet) for an alencon or chantilly lace bolero that isn’t over $500.
I found one!
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The Man Cold February 24, 2008
Okay, I am lame. I am LOVING this Man Stroke Woman Series from the BBC.
This video just shows the difference between men and women when they’re feeling under the weather.
Women go to work and live their lives as usual… guys, well….
My Offbeat Wedding February 23, 2008
There are so many wedding traditions that just don’t ring true for me. Here are some traditional things that you probably won’t be seeing on my big day.
1. garter toss (I don’t want or need to wear a garter)
2. bouquet toss (eh, doesn’t do much for me)
3. unity candle (we’re not completely decided on this one… but you probably won’t see one at my ceremony)
4. someone singing a song during the ceremony — the GTB has a cousin with a FANTASTIC voice, but we want a short-and-sweet ceremony… so a song may or may not happen
5. wedding march — I don’t need that song
5. receiving line — I like the idea of a champagne toast, but the rl? I’m not sold
6. many bridesmaids — 1 will suffice
7. DJ — we want an acoustic band — lots of Neil Diamond, Simon And Garfunkel, Jack Johnson, etc. Maybe my dad could even pick up his bass and play a few songs
8. $2,000+ worth of flowers — I plan to eek in under $500
9. traditional veil — I may wear a Russian netting blusher that lands above my lips. I will not be wearing a traditional LONG veil, or even one that reaches my shoulders
10. ceremony in a church — we’re planning a 10 minute ceremony, It doesn’t make sense to us to make everyone park there, file in, grab a seat, watch us, file out, drive across town, etc. etc. We’re doing it all in 1 place
If I can’t keeep my mouth shut, I can expect feedback… and I know some of it’ll be negative. Oh well.
This Puppy is THE BEST February 23, 2008
The poop patrol marches on, my friends.
We’ve been talking about a number of methods for training our little Stella, but the focus of the work has been on potty training. She seems to get that she’s supposed to go outside by now. She also seems to want to hold it for when we let her out. That said, she’s still having issues with letting us know.
We’ve decided to teach her to use a bell that is attached to the door and we’re finding a little success. I still think it’s a coincidence right now and that she’s really ringing the bell just for fun. Let me tell you though, there’s nothing more exciting than watching your puppy poop after she uses the tools to let you know.
Potty training is tiring, but trust me, it’s rewarding. If anyone has any tricks of the trade, let me know about ‘em because I’m actually enjoying this.
