Back At It

It has been quite a while since I've been able to post anything. We had a lightning storm that blew up the power box for our home and a cluster of homes around us. The storm came so fast I didn't have a chance to turn the computer off! Unfortunately, the explosion fried our computer modem, router and ethernet card. I guess it's not a lie that you should turn off your electronics when a storm comes in. Lesson learned.

We have had a good week. On Saturday I hosted a baby shower. I was so excited because it gave me a chance to make these....Are these the CUTEST things or what?!
I found the tutorial for them here That Martha thinks of everything!

Tony and I stayed up the night before watching a movie and made them (so nice of him...the movie was even a chick flick) I was surprised at how easy and cheap they were to make! Each one costs about a dollar. They really add depth to a buffet table.
I also made a cake...check that off of my summer live list....

Two layer chocolate cake with strawberry filling, cream cheese frosting with a hint of coconut. It was fun to have an excuse to make a whole cake!A cute Charlie picture just because :)

I've decided that I absolutely HATE the tredmill. I can't take it anymore!!! These last two weeks have been miserable trying to make myself run like a lab mouse on one. I give up. Last night I figured out a schedule to run outside and avoid the 95 degree heat. It will still be mid 80's outside but I can handle that. I'm excited to enjoy myself again.
I'm trying to get some extra walking in so I took Charlie along and we went for a walk this morning. I love being outside in the morning. It such a great start to the day, especially since we are usually indoors enjoying the air conditioning during the day.

Yesterday was Father's day. I hate to be sappy, but Tony is the best father and husband. I was excited to have a day to tell him how much I appreciate him. We had a special lunch and he opened a few presents that both Charlie and I picked out.
Father & Son. Aren't they cute?
Charlie just lights up when his daddy comes home.
Tony makes marriage & family easy and enjoyable.
We are lucky to have him!