Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Looking Forward

First off - I am guest posting over on Stephanie's blog while she is on vacation.  Hop over and check it out - I'm writing about the vacation destinations I am dreaming of these days!

I've whined a lot lately (yes, I am aware of this, I'll be less whiney this summer), so it's time to focus on the positive things in store for me!

Today:  I will go on my first mini-business trip.  I was supposed to go to Dallas, but that customer event got cancelled so now I am going to Des Moines.  Thrilling destination, I know (no offense, Amber!).  It will be a good opportunity to meet some colleagues and customers.  My boss is flying there from another event, we have some presentations and a client dinner today, and then we'll drive back tomorrow.  Good thing I like my boss since we'll spend 4 hours in a car tomorrow!   

This week:  I will have my last study-dominated weekend.  The test is a week from Saturday.  After that, I get my life back.  And you get to stop hearing me complain about this test. 

This month:  I will meet the newest edition to our family!  Charlie Neil was born yesterday. Let the record show that I totally called the sex on this one - all along I have said I KNEW it was a boy!  He is so beautiful and I can not wait to meet him in about 3 weeks.  Here is a picture of him - I think he already looks deep in thought and super intelligent.  ;)

 
Even though this is my 5th nephew, it is honestly just as exciting as being an aunt for the first time.  I was just as excited for Charlie's arrival as I was for his brother James's arrival (Charlie's older brother who is now almost 7!).  Here's a little flash back photo of James and I.  Dang I looked young back then!




This year:  I will co-host the 3rd Annual Julia Child event with my aunt.  I don't know if co-host is even the right word since she is the culinary master and she has it at her house!  It's sort of interesting how this event got started as I think it stemmed from a casual discussion about my desire to learn how to make some Julia Child recipes!  The event isn't until October/November most likley, but we are already discussing a potential menu!  Last year there were nearly 20 people in attendance (I think?) so this is quite the event!  Every time I read a book set in France - which is quite often - I ask myself if any of the dishes mentioned in the book would be good dishes for our Julia Child night.  I LOVE this tradition!

18 comments:

Becky said...

Congratulations on becoming an aunt again! He is precious!

Have a great time in Des Moines - I mean, you've never been there right? Another place to check off the travel list, I guess! :)

Lisa-Marie said...

These are good things to look forward to. Especially the BABY!I am excited for your post about your Julia Child's event, they are always awesome!

This weekend I am looking forward to sanding and varnishing our stairs and a gig, This month I am looking forward to being a guest at two weddings, and this year I am looking forward to many blogger meet-ups, my (I want to say our, but then it sounds like I am married to you doesn't it?) third wedding anniversary, and Christmas crafting.

J said...

I am going to be officially an aunt when I marry Brian, but his sister in law is expecting twins any day now and I could not be more excited to be an "aunt"!! It is just the best!

Raquelita said...

Woohoo for getting your weekends back from studying! That's wonderful news about your nephew, too!

Unknown said...

What a pleasant surprise to read your blog this morning! Enjoy your trip! It will be interesting, I am sure. I am so excited for Emily and Jason. And, I am looking forward to our Julia dinner!

Have a great day!!!!! Hope it's sunny in Iowa!

Leigh said...

Aw, congratulations on becoming an aunt again Lisa! Maybe one day you will be spoiled with a little niece :)

Good luck on your last week of studying! I hope you kick that test's butt!

Marlys said...

Enjoy Des Moines! I've never been there either, but it's in the midwest so has to be a great city! I'm so happy for you that this will be your last study weekend! And looking forward to the 3rd Julia Child event!

Amber said...

You do look young in that picture with your other nephew! And your arms also look super ripped!! Not that they aren't now, but you know :P

I don't really have anything to look forward to today... Is that bad? This week I'm looking forward to my 15K race on Sunday, this month I'm looking forward to going home for my brothers graduation and this year I'm looking forward to coming to visit YOU in August and the Victoria half-marathon in October where I'm determined to a run sub-2!!!!

Kyla Roma said...

Charlie is the sweetest!! Congratulations!
And of course, have a thrilling time in Des Moines ;)

Nilsa @ SoMi Speaks said...

Awww, congrats on auntie x5! So exciting! You have lots of good things to look forward to in the near- and longer-term this year. Yay!

Jess said...

Being an aunt is truly the greatest!! Congrats!

Jolene - EverydayFoodie said...

Congrats to you - what a doll!!!

I love this, and may have to borrow your idea for a future post, if you don't mind!

Anonymous said...

I love that you have a Julia Child tradition!! I may have to steal this idea! And how sweet is Charlie... that's one of my favourite names too :)

crystal said...

I love when you do these posts! The optimism is contagious... :)

Amber @ A Little Pink in the Cornfields said...

Bahahahahahah! No offense taken! Des Moines is so not thrilling! ;)

It's really cold today too. I'm grateful for no tornadoes though... I'm super paranoid right now.

Can't wait to see you tonight! Sitting outside might not be an option any more though...

Mandy said...

Have a great trip!

I'm really excited for you to meet your newest nephew. How special for you and your family.

I love that you and your aunt do a Julia Child night. I always look forward to hearing about the menu and seeing pictures.

Jeanie said...

First, congratulations on your new aunthood! And I know you'll have fun in Des Moines -- I'm sure it will be great!

But what I'm really excited about is your Julia Child event. I can't wait to hear more about that -- even if it's not for some time -- I want to know plans, recipes, everything!

The Many Thoughts of a Reader said...

your nephew is adorable!!