Que Pasa, Calabaza?

I know, I know - I have been horrible at blogging. But on the flip side, I have been great at stalking reading other people's blogs. I totally got an earfull when we recently took a trip to Utah about my lack of blogging ::cough cough - Ma Burner and Colton!). So without further adieu....

Minnie Bicho

Bicho gots hops

Ladybug Bicho

 Pretty in blue - sweeping the kitchen...

Peek - A - Boo  :)

The End... for now.

Llegamos, por fin!

This is a picture of one happy man who just graduated with a degree in Business Finance. Way to go Terbear!

The entertainment committee (i.e. Grandma and Grandpa Burner and Uncle Colton) came down to celebrate and  love on Bicho!

"Will you read it to me again, Grandpa??"

Part of the Burner bunch

Llegamos - por fin!!! Our happy family!

After the graduation my sister (Meggers) and her hubby took both of our families to dinner. It was great, although Bicho was totally exhausted and not her happy self. Unfortunately, I was her chauffeur, so I left without a photo. Thanks to our family for their love and support on Terbear's special day. We couldn't have made it here without you!!!!

Motherhood: An Eternal Partnership with God

The Popcorn Song - Foreclosure Remix

:::Sing to the tune of "The Popcorn Song":::

I looked out the window and what did I see?

3 for sale signs staring back at me.

Why does this come as a big surprise?

Neighbors disappearing right before my eyes

I can take a Valium to ease the pain

Our house value dropping like Seattle rain *

I wish it wasn’t so

But it seems to be

All my neighbors are short-saling on me!

(* I compared our house value to Seattle rain because 1) Seattle rain falls frequently and 2) it rhymed with pain and let’s face it, that was about as creative as I get.)

Bicho loves to be sung to – especially songs that have hand motions to go with them. So the other day when I opened the front window blinds and saw ANOTHER “For Sale” sign up at a neighbor’s home, I thought of this song. Silly, I know – but give me a break, I’m a mom of a 9 month old. The sad part was that I thought this song was actually pretty clever. In fact when I shared the song with my husband, I laughed so hard I snorted. (Yes, I laugh at my own jokes.)

::SIGH::

Please tell me somebody else out there feels my pain. Somebody? Anybody? Pleeeeeease!!

Nadando con amigos

Terbear came home from work Friday evening and annouced, "I am taking Bicho on a date! We are going swimming!" It was a little windy outside, so I was hesitant but who am I to spoil a little daddy-daughter fun?! So I grabbed the camera and followed them down to the pool. Bicho's friend, Kadyn, was there with her daddy too!

Bicho and Terbear

Joey and Kadyn

Bicho making a splash

I'm not sure Bicho knew what to think and the water (coupled with the wind) made for a chilly first swim. But overall, she had fun!

Dr. appointment - 9 months

(I know I am totally biased when I say this, but that is one cute baby!)

Bicho at 9 months:

23 pounds, 4 ounces (above 95%)

28 inches long (55%)

18 inch head (90%)

Bicho is growing great and becoming so independent. She is crawling all over the place and learning to pull herself up on everything (or at least trying)! She is also developing quite the little personality (read: sassy)! Terrence says that it is from her Italian heritage. I say there's nothing wrong with a woman who knows how to speak her mind and go for what she wants!! (Quote that back to me when Bicho learns how to actually speak her mind - ha!)

The doctor said Bicho is growing wonderfully and is one of the most healthiest babies he has seen. I am a proud momma. I found great nutritional advice in this book I checked out from the library. I don't exactly share the author's views on everything, but it has really given me some ideas on how to make my own baby food and how to mix certain foods for super-duper baby food packed with nutrients and vitamins. (Of course, like I did, check with the Dr on things you aren't quite sure about - just to be on the safe side!!!)

3 more months until her 1st birthday! Time flies when you're having fun!!!

St. George

We finally made it to St. George to be with Terrence's family for a week to celebrate Colton's graduation and Memorial Day. It was a much needed vacation since we haven't been on one since starting the business(!!!) Thanks Mom and Dad Burner for the free room and board, awesome food and entertainment!

Bicho on the move

Ready for church!

Burner family photo - what a good lookin' group!

Bicho being cute!

Time for a Bicho bath

A visit with Great-Grandma Brown :)

Summer Reading Program

Recently I noticed Bicho loves being read to and flipping through her board books. The other day I heard her babbling from the baby moniter after her nap. When I opened the door to get her, she had her favorite board books open and she was "reading" them outloud! (Bicho is developing quite the personality! We love it!)

 Some of my favorite times as a young girl were spending hot, lazy summer days reading books to pass the time. So naturally, I thought it would be fun to sign Bicho up for the summer reading program at the local library. For every six books I read to her, she wins a prize (a beach ball, an animal squirt toy, a beach bucket with shovel & Phoenix Mercury game voucher and a book voucher). I felt a little silly redeeming her points for her first prize since she is so young and was asleep in her stroller. But she lurves her little beach ball, so it was worth it!

 If you live in the Phoenix Metro area, sign your child up for the FREE reading program at your local library!!!  

My New Life

Oh how I love and admire this woman for sharing her thoughts and personal trials with all of us!

You can read Stephanie's thoughts on her blog.  It truly is inspirational!

Now I know..

Now I know why people on the Biggest Loser throw-up after working out with Jillian. I borrowed my sister's "Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism" workout DVD hosted by none other than the ever-so-lovely-but-you-can't-help-but-hate-her Jillian Michaels...and it seriously kicked my trash. After 7 repetitive circuit training stints in 40 short minutes, I was out of breath, my face was bright red and yes, I wanted to throw up. Naturally I thought back to all of the Biggest Loser episodes when I told Terrence, "They so overplay how hard Jillian trains the contestants. It can't be that hard. They just need to suck it up and quit the drama." But I am here to tell you that, oh yes, it is that hard.

You can torture yourself too by ordering your copy here. Its a great workout and totally worth it (and ,surprisingly enough, extremely affordable )!