New favorite song

I can't get enough. Move Shake Drop-DJ Laz Feat. Flo Rida

Happy Birthday Stinker Pinker Pumpkin Pie!

My little man turns two today.  I keep saying that birthday's should be a celebration for the parents instead.  Each evening when we put him down I think, "Whew! We made it"!  The first year of Reagan's life was not an easy one and this last year has been so much better.  We are still dealing with his skin and food allergies but it is nothing compared to what it was like the first 20 months or so of his life.  

Taro and I have really enjoyed this last year with him.  His personality is that of an entertainer.  Or a clown.  Or Joker.  The kid does not stop.  

I can't say this enough, I am so blessed to be able to stay home with him and that Taro has a schedule where we eat most of our meals together as a family.  Not a day goes by where I don't count my blessings.  Days spent watching Reagan grow and change are precious to me.  

Today we are celebrating by having a party at the Riverfront Park Railway.  There is a miniature train that the kids can ride on so we have rented that out for a few hours.  Of course I will post pictures later. 

Happy Happy Sixth Birthday

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Originally uploaded by Haute Mama.

This is my sweet, smart, lovable niece, Sofia. She was born six years ago today. This photo was taken a few days after Reagan was born in 2006 and of course she is a lot bigger now. I don't get to see her as often as I would like but she always has more than enough love to give me each time we do see eachother. We can't wait for her visit in a few weeks so we can properly celebrate her and Reagan's birthdays.

A little embarrassed to admit I like this song

Estelle - American Boy

I love this song. I want to marry it. You like?

Oh it's been a while

I first have to apologize for not updating this blog in forever.  I left for a three week trip to Phoenix and lost my momentum.  I did not even blog about the trip which was fantastic.  

Reagan was amazing on the flight both ways.  Did not sleep but didn't make a peep either.  My sister Ingrid and her husband warmly hosted me, Reagan then Nyssa and Evan, then my mom flew in from Chile, then my cousin Victor and his girlfriend.  Add Sofia and Monica and we had a full house.  Oh, and did i mention we were down to one toilet, the washer broke and the kitchen sink was plugged.  For your information I did not break the toilet, promise!  I think Reagan's favorite part f the trip was Marcela and her baa baa's.  I know that Reagan is a flirt but he was totally taken by my cousin's girlfriend.  

Oh, yeah, there was that one trip to the Emergency room too.  Don't worry, i am fine now.

I started working out full swing once i got home.  I have been working out with a wonderful trainer 3 times a week and taking a bike class the other two days.  My trainer told me that biking is probably the best exercise you can do for your body.  He told this to someone who HATES to be on a bike.  You know why i hate being on a bike?  Because this body has never been on a road bike.  I am more comfortable and i can move more freely and faster too!  I can even do it with those funny shoes that click in to the pedals. I think i have found a new passion.  At least one that will hold me over until ski season begins.  There is a women's bike ride that I joined that rides 15-20 miles on an evening to a restaurant or winery then you are driven back to your cars in a plush limo.  Now that is my kind of riding.  I want to ask Taro if he would like to do a tandem ride together but don't know if he will really go for it. 

Super Saturday

A few Saturdays ago I asked a dear friend of mine to meet me for an early breakfast. She declined. Something about training for a half marathon or something. But she did agree to meet for coffee and then pop into the antique shops next door. What could be better than having coffee with one of your best friends and her adorable little girl and then going antiquing?! She has this gorgeous collection of glass pieces that I have always admired and for my birthday last year she gave me my first pieces.

Thanks, Jen, for giving me the most wonderful Saturday and for the gorgeous treasures you sent me home with that day.

XM Thriller

Anyone who know me knows how much I love XM. It has a station for all my moods and musical tastes. I usually listen to Good Morning America on 155 in the mornings and Broadminded from 9-12 on 155. And for the month of March XM added a new channel on 63 called Thriller. It is all Michael Jackson and I love it! I always say the my ass gets on fire when I hear Michael he had such great songs with the best beats. I think it all started when my was seven my dad gave my mom a Sony Walkman and Michael's Thriller. I wore the batteries out on that thing. Now the guy freaks me out. I don't know if someone that talented, brilliant and so much fame could possibly have all his marbles and lead a normal life.

Book Club

The ladies met at my home last Thursday to discuss Water For Elephants. I tried to stick with the theme of the circus by serving popcorn and peanuts but of course I had to add chocolate and with chocolate comes wine! How is it possible to not drink the wonderful wines from our Columbia Valley? Our next pick is Under The Banner of Heaven by one of my favorite writers, Jon Krakauer. What are you reading? Any recommendations?

Let's Get Physical!

After a very long hiatus from the gym, I finally went back today. I have been meaning to go back for months but things like skiing and a kid needing a nap have gotten in the way. I prefer to go first thing in the morning, it just sets the day right that way.
Taro and I are going to Cancun at the end of May for a dear friends wedding and I want to rock my swimsuit. That means I'd like to lose about seven pounds and 5% body fat. Ouch! With hard work and determination I think I can do it...I just need to get rid of all the dark chocolate that I have hidden around the house.