10 Years of Wedded "Bliss"

On Friday, July 25, 2008, Darryl and I celebrated our ten year wedding anniversary. The day started out like any other; the dog wanting to go out and the boy jumping on our bed. Soon Darryl received a text message from a friend wishing us a Happy Anniversary. The rest of the morning progressed as usual.

At one point I was preparing to change an incredibly nasty diaper. I haven't had to change one this disgusting in a LONG time. As I was taking a deep breath before opening the offending diaper, the door bell rang. Talk about being saved by the bell. It was a delivery of a dozen red roses. They are some of the prettiest I've ever seen. They made changing the nasty diaper bearable.

Once again, the day returned to our "normal" existence. Camden and I played and Darryl worked. Camden took a lovely long nap so I could get ready for my date. I was able to get shower, completely dress (plus shoes), hair and make up perfected, and pack Cam's overnight bag all before Camden awoke.

Darryl made reservations at one of my all time favorite restaurants, Houstons on the Plaza, and the evening started. We had a great wine and a delicious meal. Darryl even noted that our waitress looked like she could be in a Hobbit movie. I decided to avoid that bad Karma path. We finished dinner with a wonderful brownie and ice cream dessert.

On the way home, we got caught in traffic. Road construction had the highway down to one lane. Unfortunately, that was when the car dinging saying we were low on gas. As we are laughing and discussing that we drove past Kauffman stadium as the Royals were playing. Just as we drove by, fireworks shot in the air. I was impressed so Darryl took credit for the show. Within a minute, we passed a pickup truck pulling a trailer holding a helicopter and a motorcycle. As Darryl said, a chopper and a chopper.

We arrived at the Noland Road Quick Trip before we ran out of gas and before my bladder exploded. As Darryl got gas, I ran in to use the restroom. After I left, I notice several guys staring at me. Then I realized they were former students. I just kept walking.

Finally we made it home. The dog was happy to see us. We sat down and relaxed. All in all, it has been an interesting 10 years.

Camden and Austin

On Monday, Camden and I visited our friends Lisa and Austin. Lisa, who looks like she has a large ball under her shirt instead of a pregnant belly, invited us to swim for a playdate. Here are two pictures of the boys just before we left. They are about a month apart in age. Originally, we had the same due date.





Since we were in a pool, Camden's bossy side came out. I'm not sure how much Austin enjoyed have Camden there. I think he liked it when Camden wasn't being bossy. Camden had a great time. He even jumped off the diving board. Let me just say no fear what so ever.

Later this week, we went to a different playdate. Camden got bossed around a bit during that play time. I guess it all balances out.

New Undies

Potty Training has not been pleasant. We have started yet again to go down that road. Here is Camden checking out his new underwear. Luckily he is too young to be embarrassed by this post.

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Camden's First Real Bike

Darryl keeping Camden from crashing into the cars.



Camden Cruising On His New Bike



The other day Camden got a new bike. Our neighbors got their five year old, Carter, a bigger bike and gave Camden the small one. It is perfect for Camden. Immediately he hopped on and began to go. He can cruise around in circles in the garage. He is a little timid in the street. Plus it is harder to use in the street.

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July 4, 5, & 6, 2008

I know it is July 10 and I'm just now putting up the July 4 pictures. I felt pretty good about myself until I logged on to the site. My friend is winning our blog challenge. But, I digress. Today I've added another Smilebox slideshow. As you watch it, remember that I did not give Darryl time to edit any pictures. Instead, enjoy the pictures. There are quite a few pictures from the holiday weekend.

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Camden is an Artist

Did you know that my son is an artist? In the past, he hasn't been interested in coloring or painting because it would stain his skin or his clothes. This really bothered him.

Well all that has changed. Today he came home from school with a little surprise. He had an original piece of artwork.



Unfortunately, I didn't catch everything with the picture. You can't see the yellow on both legs and socks. You can't really see the yellow and purple on his cheeks, the green around his nostril, or the blue and green on his chin.

To add to the art, I allowed him to eat Mac and Cheese unaided and without a bib. The area that was left white from his "art" ended up a cheesey color.

The Rest of the June 2008

Well the month of June had a variety of things going on and all were fun. One day Camden was chased by the Incredible Hulk.



Okay, so he was only kind of incredible. Eventually the Hulk caught up to Camden and join him in the car.





Later in the month, I finished a blanket I started FOREVER ago. It is made up of nine receiving blankets. It is made with lots of love and very little skill.

Side 1


Side 2


Near the end of the month, Darryl and I attended the birthday party of our friend, Ed Williams. He hosted a party with four bands and a jam session. We had a good time with our friends.

Marlene and Trinette Rock Out



Ron and Darryl join in on a jam session.



Finally, Darryl and his friends from work decided to fish at Lake Paradise. They took my parents' golf cart to get to the best fishing spots.