Shouldn't This Be Easier?

I started shaving when I was 10 years old. I know that sound very young but if you would have seen my legs, you would have let me do it too! I have a little Spanish blood in me and if I didn't shave 4 times a week I would be a Yeti in no time! (FYI: I also shave my arms because if I didn't they would be hairier than my husband) But the questions is.... If I have been doing this for almost 15 years, why do I constantly CUT myself! I can not shave with out my shower drain looking like a clip from the movie Psycho! I am scarred all over my knees and ankles from nasty razor bites. I take my time and try to be overly cautious. But still!! Blood everywhere. By the time I am 40 I am worried I will have no leg left. Hmmm...if that's the case maybe I will start shaving my love handles!

Ella's First Bath In The Sink

She liked it.

Easter

First: Ella is 9 months old today! I can't believe it has gone by so quickly and so slowly at the same time. She is crazy and wants everything I have. She loves my jewelery and I am waiting for her to inadvertently strangle me or tear hoops through my earlobes. She is very cute though and we love her very much. She managed to swiped her daddy's hat. The look on her face says, 'What? Me? I don't know where this hat came from!' She know she isn't supposed to have it!!

Ella loves stroller rides. She loves to look around at everything!

I hunted all creation for a POOFY Easter dress for Ella that cost less than $50. She was so pretty in this! She is totally reclined and lazy in Daddy's arms!

Ella with the egg she found. She mostly chewed it. Easter bunny (aka Brent) hid eggs and baskets for us and Ella and I hunted them. Holidays are so much more fun with her. She gets so excited!

We had an awesome Easter weekend!! First we spent Saturday at the Bowler’s house. Ella loved being the center of attention! All her Bowler Aunts and Uncles played and loved on her the whole day. I was an IDIOT and forgot my camera, so I don’t have any of the cute pictures of Ella with her Uncles. Amy got a bunch of really cute ones!!
That same day we braved the light drizzle and went to the good ole fair. Ella was strapped to my chest in her snuggli and was kicking and squealing at everything. She loved the crazy chicken that was crowing at her. She laughed at it for a whole five minutes. It was also very ugly and had this big tuft of feathers, so it added to the humor. Unfortunately, once again, I was an IDIOT and forgot my camera!!

Happy Birthday Daddy!!

My Dad's birthday is actually the 6th, but we celebrated early so everyone could be there. He is 47 years young!

Jara and Ella playing nice with the blocks. Ella loves Jara. She starts laughing as soon as she sees her.

Jack snacking on his favorite paw.

Jordan is reluctant to take pictures, so I was helping. He doesn't like it when I sniff him.

Joshlyn and I look nothing alike, our children do not look like us, and they do not look like each other! People must think we stole these babies...or traded!

My Little Bunny

SO cute I can't even stand it!

50 Facts About Me

I was emailed this but thought it might be kind of fun for my blog. Anybody else who wants to do it can. It makes you think!
1. Do you like blue cheese? NO!!
2. Have you ever smoked? No
3. Do you own a gun? Yes, two. A shot gun and Brent's service pistol. That's right criminals, think twice.
4. What flavor do you add to your drink at Sonic? Lime. Very boring
5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? Yes, they stress me out.
6. What do you think of hot dogs? I LOVE them. I like to eat them with out the bun.
7. Favorite Christmas movie? The Santa Clause
8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? Water. Just water all the time.
9. Can you do push-ups? Yes.
10. Age? 24
11.. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? I don't favor one piece. I love them all.
12. Favorite hobby? Jogging
13. Favorite Actor? Tom Hanks. You never hear about a Tom Hanks love triangle/scandal
14. Do you have A.D.D.? No
15. What's one trait you hate about yourself? I get loud when I talk.
16. Middle name? Alderete
17. Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment? I hope Ella stays asleep, what should I wear to church, can anyone younger than 70 got to sleep at 7:30?
18. Name 3 things you bought yesterday/today? Peanut butter, baby food, my daddy some pepsi.
19. 3 drinks you regularly drink? Water.... that's it.
3 Current worries? Ella's sleep habits, my saving account, my health
21. Current Love right now? Brent, forever!!
22. Favorite place to be? Any where green.
23. How did you ring in the New Year? At my house, at 9 o'clock at night with the New Yorkers
24. Where would you like to go? On a cruise to the Caribbean
25. Name three people who will complete this? Anyone who wants to.
26. Do you own slippers? Yes. Furry white ones and purple ones from my sister.
27. What shirt are you wearing? An old cheer shirt circa:1999 from my freshman year. Maybe it's time to let this one go! And gym shorts, also very old.
28. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? No! They make me sweat.
29. Can you whistle? Yes
30. Favorite color? Leopard skin
31. Would you be a pirate? I already am a pirate and I always will be.
32. What songs do you sing in the shower? This morning was Likin Park
33. Favorite girl's name? Shena (pronounced with a short E)
34. Favorite boy's name? Lincoln
35. What is in your pocket? Nothing. Gym shorts offer no pockets.
36. Last thing that made you laugh?My brother and husband cursing the zombie horde on Xbox 360. They were very thorough.
37. Best bed sheets as a child? kitty cats
38. Worst injury you've ever had? Jumping out of a low, landed on Amber's foot, rolled my ankle and broke it.
39.Do you love where you live?I tolerate it.
40. How many TVs do you have in your house? Two. One gigantic one and the bedroom one.
41. Who is your loudest friend? Katie!! But she is wonderful!
42. How many dogs do you have? None
43. Does someone have a crush on you? My husband of coarse
44. What is your favorite book(S)? Harry Potter, trashy romance
45. Where were you born? Las Vegas
46. What is your favorite candy? Runts before they messed them up. Skittles, now.
47. Favorite Sports Team? Brent says I'm obligated to say UNLV
48. What songs do you want played at your funeral? None. I want grave side service only.
49. What are you doing at 12 A.M.? Hopefully sleeping
50. What was the first thing you thought of when you woke up? I love Saturday!!

When the cat'saway...

Ella was left alone momentarily while I washed my hands after a particularly NASTY diaper. When I came back this is what I found. Ella had pushed herself up, made her way to her bow basket and laid waste to the whole thing. Naughty little kitty!