Some new family Pics

Oh Samih....

So a couple days ago, while cooking dinner, I realized I lost Samih. I heard him scream a couple times, only to find he had somehow trapped himself under the kitchen chairs. This is how I found, couldn't do anything but laugh, and take this picture.

 
 
 
 

Smarty Pants

Since Sam has not been able to master walking yet, he has learned to improvise, to keep from scratching his knees up. This video demonstrates how dang smart he is, it was absolutely hilarious! He gets the looks from his dad, but the brains from his mama!

 

Memory Lane

Ok, I am know I am being a little dramatic, but it kills me to see how big Samih has gotten before my very eyes! So whenever I miss my little baby, I just watch this video, and reminisce. He was such a tiny little guy, I can't even believe it!

Why My Husband Is Special

 
 
 
 
These pictures represent just a few reasons why I love my husband. He is also a part time supa model. I love that he will strike a pose for me at any given moment, regardless of who is around. And who else can do the Nacho Libre? Jack Black and Kenneth Daubney, that's who. Back off ladies he's all mine ;)
Ahhh, times like these make me fall in love all over again...

A day at the park

 
 
 
 
Here are some pics of my sweet lil guy. He loves the swing, and loves to walk through the sand barefeet.

The Easter Egg Hunt

 
 
 
 

Even though he has been feeling under the weather, Samih was quite the little Easter egg hunter. We put the eggs in really obvious spots and he was able to find all of them. We discovered his love for suckers when we took him to see the Easter bunny at the mall. It was so hilarious, it was the scariest Easter Bunny, and we were first in line. Samih was pretty freaked out, and I would have been too. The next few kids that went up to see him cried too. Overall, we had a great Easter, and for me personally, this has been the best Easter I have had since I was a kid.

Slum Dog Millionaire

This weekend we had a relaxing Redbox weekend. We rented Marley & Me, Bedtime Stories, and Slum Dog Millionaire.
Slumdog Millionaire was by far the best movie that I have seen in a long time. It actually started off a little slow, but it quickly gained momentum and had me and Kenneth hooked. It was a heart breaking story yet still very exciting. I think everyone should watch it. It really made me appreciate quality of life we have as Americans. I loved how they made it a love story as well, and I found myself falling in love with the characters. EVERYONE should watch this movie, and let me know what you how you liked it.

The Bunny

 

Here is Samih's new bunny he got from Grandma Rosanne. He loves it!

My Pretties

 
 
 
 

Here are the newest additions to my family. I am not sure if I have ever mentioned this, but I have had a serious infatuation with Orchids. They are by the far the coolest flower in the world. They only bloom for about 6 months, but they are well worth the wait. They are just so unique and exotic, something that is needed around this part of the world.

My new room

 
 
So here is my room, finally all finished! I love it, it is so much more relaxing, and I swear I sleep better now. I got my lovely bed spread at Bed Bath & Beyond, it was kind of a rip off...but I love it.

The Sweetest Thing

 
 

I left Samih playing alone in his playroom the other day, and was trying to pick up the house. I heard him babbling, and then it turned in to full on yelling. I quietly snuck up on him, to find him, pulled up on the window sill and yelling at some kids across the street. He seemed unsure why they weren't responding. It was so cute, after he realized they werent going to answer him, he sat down and began to play with his toys. He seemed so bored, and I must admit I seriously contemplated getting pregnant just so he can have a playmate. I know, its kind of lame, but his happiness is more important to me than I ever realized. I think once I settle in with the new job I will need to get busy to pop out a buddy for Sam.

Easter Pics... just the beginning

 
 
 
 
Samih got the cutest Easter outfit and I have been dying to put him in it, and of course take some pics. He looks so grown up! He does have another more dressy Easter outfit, I think I will take some pics in that as well. I know... he is not a model or a doll, but I just can't help but want to take a hundred pics in every outfit he has!Hopefully he isnt too scarred when he grows up, and hates the camera.

Rest in Peace Malcolm Reiss

 


Saturday morning, the man I have always thought of as a grandpa, and who always called me his grandaughter, passed away peacefully in his sleep. This is an immense loss for myself, my family, and all that knew him. Malcolm was a fighter, and although his health was not well he still always managed to have a smile on his face. He had these jokes that were incredibly funny, and he had the wit of a comedian. He saw the good in people and always wanted to help whoever he could.
Every year, I wrote his Christmas cards, and we always had a great time doing so. We would listen to the Big Band cds, drink coffee, and he would often tell me of all his stories growing up in New York. Each Christmas card I wrote always had a story behind it, whether it was an old Army pal, or a childhood friend, I felt like I was there when he told the stories. And strangely, I grew to love all of the people he would send cards to. As I mentioned, he had many friends in the Army, and he served his country proudly. After his enlistment was over, he worked here at Hill Air Force Base, where he worked for many years. He always told me that Hill Air Force Base was the best place to work, and that he hoped that I would land a position there for myself. A few weeks ago I landed my position as a Computer Scientist, and I meant to call you Malcolm because I knew you would be so happy. I am so sorry I was too busy to call you this past month. Christmas time will never be the same without you. In the time that I spent with Mal, I feel that I have taken away much needed wisdom, from his old war stories, and just from his great outlook on life. I love you so much Mal!
I miss you already, and I wish I would have just called you when I had the chance, I am so sorry! May you rest in peace Grandpa.