I'm behind!

EEEK, too much to say, post, capture, etc, in the past two weeks that I don't know where to begin! I feel like we have been sooo busy with work, then family/friends outings that I haven't had time to sit and think.

Here is a list so we can check off the moments as they are described in chronological order....

1. New CAR: White 2006 Subaru Tribeca

After many months of bugging Mike to even LOOK at cars, I finally got my way one Sunday day. It was an enjoyable experience at Carmax and I highly suggest them for used car deals! As most of you know my preferred car was a Jeep Commander, but after many talks of my frequent driving to and fro a decent gas guzzler was more important. Mike stumbled upon the Tribeca among the other SUVs and sure enough we both REALLY liked it! The plus...it's white and I LOVE white cars. I look super cute in it (wink wink) and so does the Lil. I think she is even enjoying her new ride! Thank you Carmax, and Mike for supplying me with contentment!

Next Stop, Deep Creek Lake

2. Already mentioned in another post, but well worth the trip!

3. Last week, I worked 3 nights in a row! It was exhausting, but I wouldn't have survived without the help of my Mother and Sister-in-laws. They kept Lily all day so I could sleep. It was different not spending all day with my baby even when I am tired. I grew to appreciate my time at home with Lily! Needless to say I was happy that at 1am on the third night I was asked to go home. I said, yes, jumped in my car and was even able to spend one more night with Mikey before he left for 'Vegas Baby'

4. Mike leaves for Vegas, Lauren to Smith Mountain Lake with the girls. It was the perfect distraction to Mike being in 'sin city', although I was secretly happy he was finally able to make the trek across country with his boys. They had a great time together, but next time, I GO :)

The Peed Family Lake House: Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia

My Dear Friend Laura...what a great host she and her parents were!! Their house was just right for our little group. Lily, Christie and I bunked in one of the bedrooms, and although Lily ended up in the bed with us each night, we slept soundly. The rest of the crew enjoyed nights of sleep on air mattresses and couches...suckas, hehe! Each morning we gathered for coffee and a filling breakfast then headed down the hill to the lake for sun and fun...and drinks.

The Emperor

Where we spent the majority of our time, even to the point that it needed more air the day we left. This raft was AMAZING, and even Lily could safely join us because there was netting at the bottom to create a wading pool effect. It was great! We were cooled by the lake, bathed by the sun and protected by the biting fishies (unless you went overboard to pee, Christie hehe)Then the fun began...tubing and jet skiing! Here we are getting ready...Once again, the no make up look..not so good, but here Bev and I get ready.Pumped!Laura = the more daring driver, Amanda= the more cautious driver. Jaime was a trooper to my tight grip around her waste and yelling in her ears. She claims I provided good sound effects to Laura's driving. After some quick runs, riding the wakes and having the wind blow in our face we attached the tube... Pretty much all of us agreed that our age has caught up to us, and flying off the tube and hitting the water at 40 miles an hour isn't so much fun anymore. We all complained at the slaps of water on our thighs and getting headaches of bouncing up and down too hard. Still...fun!Jaime and I

How could I forget Lily??? She was such a great sport while I soaked in the sun. I was able to bring the pac n play down to the dock and sit it in the shade for her to rest and play around in. Such a good baby I have on my hands! I am truly blessed for all those who surround me!

I am super happy to have Mike home, and I look forward to our upcoming weekend at home, together as a family!