tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23236401897742615782011-12-26T14:01:35.360-06:00MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.comBlogger2141100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-50780522934091060952009-01-23T19:33:00.000-06:002009-01-23T19:34:14.212-06:00

New post and video on the new site.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-16582216600950376712008-12-17T14:35:00.003-06:002008-12-17T14:45:02.959-06:00

We took Sammy to Bellingrath Gardens for a little something to do on a Friday night. It was fine, and I suppose there are worse ways to spend the evening, but outside of a few excited WHOA!'s from the Samster it was pretty boring.We are reviewing the calendar for our trip back to CC in January. Please leave a comment on your availability between the dates 15-29 Jan 09.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-87499268193604831522008-12-12T22:37:00.001-06:002008-12-12T22:38:48.037-06:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-9767857558166539422008-12-11T13:59:00.007-06:002008-12-11T14:53:48.465-06:00

Video will include more stills, but here are five of my favorites.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-35806192927900162082008-12-09T19:33:00.003-06:002008-12-09T19:38:20.760-06:00

Because you thought there was going to be an actual update so soon after returning! Look for pics in the next day or two, and a video by Sunday night!

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MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-82868898203832640942008-11-27T16:29:00.003-06:002008-11-27T16:30:22.021-06:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-42675645750268148822008-11-24T13:57:00.006-06:002008-11-24T14:12:04.847-06:00

Sam worked her first deal this morning after gymnastics and playtime.Sam (handing over diaper bag): O-pen!Me: Are you thirsty? Do you want your juice?Sam: No. Me: Are you hungry? Do you want a snack?Sam (shoving bag in my face): O-pen! And inside was this:Me: Oh, that's wonderful, great job Sammy!Sam: Pop.Me: What's the magic word?Sam: Peas! Pop!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-25543917476425214012008-11-21T13:48:00.004-06:002008-11-21T15:00:13.217-06:00

Note the added list on the left-hand side of the site. I've started buying Sammy's Christmas presents as I find coupon/promo codes. Just so you know what she's into these days and what I think she'll like. I plan on getting her a big play kitchen with food and such, so if you find a super awesome one send me a link.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-20680399670785005232008-11-16T11:30:00.000-06:002008-11-16T11:31:06.179-06:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-82744815029304465702008-11-12T12:58:00.005-06:002008-11-12T13:07:52.232-06:00

Sammy and I are tending to our illnesses this week - below you will see how we have spent the day so far (excluding naps).Kix - checkCrayons - checkBlanket - checkBob - checkRemote - checkSippy - checkFor those keeping track at home, Sam is now 32.5 lbs and 3'1". I hope to have a video up by Sunday if I haven't died by then, so check back later!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-63729985210829856362008-11-09T08:06:00.003-06:002008-11-09T08:09:36.013-06:00

So we got that going for us, which is nice.

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MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-56806218746785193252008-10-31T18:46:00.002-05:002008-10-31T18:51:43.850-05:00

Sam dressed as 2009 Heisman Trophy winner Jimmy Clausen! More pictures and video to follow.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-15362725607127055552008-10-22T20:50:00.006-05:002008-10-22T21:20:53.000-05:00

Easy on the jokes, people!Doesn't she stand just like me in that soccer picture of mine with the headband? Mom, its from the picture you put in my yearbook... do you still have it? So proud of herself for picking up a pumpkin. To the park!Sammy the Swinger.Jeff the Pusher, kicking the retro '80s shades and Bama tee.Slider.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-46395371707846561122008-10-21T21:34:00.002-05:002008-10-21T21:39:01.811-05:00

More pictures are on the way!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-38913286283669357752008-10-17T21:54:00.004-05:002008-10-17T22:09:20.467-05:00

When I told Sam the Irish were idle this week, she threw herself from the first step of the stair case. The fall resulted immediately in her first goose-egg, covering her entire forehead, seemingly poised to disrupt the schedule of tides with its gravitational pull. As you can see, it's gotten much better. ☺ (Thank you, Kathy, for calming my rookie nerves).In other disturbing news, Bubs seems

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MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-28780988228956552492008-10-13T19:21:00.004-05:002008-10-13T19:36:10.740-05:00

Sammy continues her meteoric rise in gymnastics... this week she conquered the rings and the obstacle course!I'll be surgery-ing tomorrow, so don't expect any updates or a lot of content in the next week or so. Enjoy the bye week!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-72341901076082767902008-10-12T07:32:00.006-05:002008-10-12T08:33:34.077-05:00

Bubs had a lovely visit from her GPs this weekend, and was also able to meet Smokey the Bear and Sparky the Fire Dog. On a different note, in the past month or so I have had three you-tubed videos now blocked for copyright infringement because of the songs I use in the background. I don't know if they're cracking down or what, but the hammer is swinging swiftly and I don't want to lose posting

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-69744712786146539912008-10-11T08:21:00.003-05:002008-10-11T08:22:49.127-05:00

Bubs has been working on her game face!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-16035397171866485532008-10-07T20:49:00.002-05:002008-10-07T20:51:12.337-05:00

Here's a quick vid from the week. Knee is drained and cortisone injected, so hopefully Chubs will be back in the gym as early as next week!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-20345479379625090032008-10-05T13:19:00.003-05:002008-10-05T13:27:38.792-05:00

Here are some quick pics from our busted knee and fever-shortened weekend. Jeff has been quite the caretaker! Thankfully, the Irish won, despite the coach's best efforts.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-68276382299952924042008-10-01T19:23:00.002-05:002008-10-01T19:29:05.201-05:00

Grilled cheese has been replaced by PB&J! Yay for me, it is so much easier to make! Here is Sam the Ham chowing down and playing very seriously with her Sesame Street magnet board.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-10647017291548044992008-09-29T13:05:00.001-05:002008-09-29T13:05:41.187-05:00

We're back in action with videos!

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Go Irish! ♧Happy Birthday, Megan!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-58126301295461888922008-09-25T11:13:00.003-05:002008-09-25T11:29:24.720-05:00

Sam's first work of art! When Jeff came home she walked into the kitchen with him and pointed to it on the fridge. He (of course) effusively praised her excellent use of negative space and color and she was so proud she smiled and then burst into tears! She's such a sensitive little lady.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-39035720612156353622008-09-22T18:44:00.004-05:002008-09-22T19:35:16.277-05:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-9998115885086899002008-09-21T08:10:00.005-05:002008-09-21T08:19:50.136-05:00

Q1 Bewilderment - Six straight runs to start the game?!?Q2 Disgust - Someone please stop Ringer!Q3 Amazement - That Golden Tate is a monster!Q4 OMG I think I'm going to puke.Go Irish! ♧

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-37934516294548649622008-09-18T11:02:00.003-05:002008-09-18T11:51:53.043-05:00

I love the new camera! Check out Sammy on the big girl swing - no more baby swings I guess.

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MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-16489606932332480382008-09-16T11:04:00.005-05:002008-09-16T11:14:41.545-05:00

Though no one has successfully fought for toddler suffrage, Bubs supports McCain/Palin in 2008!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-61366264389925610662008-09-14T10:50:00.006-05:002008-09-14T11:02:23.838-05:00

Tomorrow's UPS delivery will include our NEW still camera and with it Bubs and I will make our official 2008 POTUS endorsement! Until then, here are some not so great pictures from the week:New video camera is on order awaiting shipment. Thank you for your patience. Go Irish! ♧

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-80378888205527659822008-09-10T18:02:00.003-05:002008-09-10T18:10:38.580-05:00

Sam's first positive ID from a picture! When pointing out the below picture of Megan, I asked Sam, "Who is this?"Her answer, "Ann Meg." Count it!Also rans:Close But No Cigar... Ann Iz. Better luck next time, Lizzie!Aunt Mimi's picture continues to be the favorite, but she always sniffs when she brings it to me. Weird.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-16708987986085782112008-09-06T17:36:00.002-05:002008-09-07T14:06:53.650-05:00

Bubs and Chubs will be off line until we discover a new meaning of life. Thank you for your interest.UPDATE: Please disregard Chubs' emot-a-post. We will not be going offline for any substantial amount of time. Go Irish! ♧

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-60844508534090137382008-09-06T09:53:00.003-05:002008-09-06T09:57:47.044-05:00

Bubs is very excited to see Jimmy and the boys take on the Aztecs in South Bend in what is "sure" to be a decisive Irish victory!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-88071718481362256962008-09-05T07:58:00.003-05:002008-09-05T08:03:14.153-05:00

New SLR camera is on the way, and we have an HD video camera in our sights but waiting for the right price. Patience.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-33926561254927558102008-08-28T14:25:00.003-05:002008-08-28T14:29:35.075-05:00

Sammy reported in at 30 pounds and just over 34 inches this morning at her 18-month appointment. She was more than happy to accept a lollipop for her tearless immunization! While Sam certainly takes after her father in many ways (for instance, she likes to wear dresses) - we all know she gets her toughness from me!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-34943420952403477232008-08-27T16:34:00.002-05:002008-08-27T16:58:47.555-05:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-10323619533931275692008-08-24T13:12:00.002-05:002008-08-24T13:17:49.528-05:00

Sammy brightened an otherwise dreary and rainy morning with her new $68 dress, made even more beautiful by it's sale price of $18!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-59682907778351660042008-08-20T15:25:00.005-05:002008-08-20T15:59:53.156-05:00

A fond farewell to our trusty Sony DCR-SR200. Fifteen months of capturing Bubs' development from infant to young toddlerhood has taken an unwarrantied toll on Sony. Jeff and I will crunch the numbers to decide when and what will replace him in the coming weeks. Were it nearer to Christmas, I would request Best Buy gift cards. Instead, I will implicitly request Best Buy gift cards by joking

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-76351835992089346542008-08-16T22:25:00.000-05:002008-08-16T22:26:05.910-05:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-20443643648021457832008-08-16T12:41:00.003-05:002008-08-16T12:42:36.744-05:00

Still sick over here. Video release pushed back to Monday. Blame the writers' strike.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-81028595119362649012008-08-14T09:53:00.005-05:002008-08-14T10:10:43.854-05:00

We had to cut our Orlando trip a couple of days short due to illness (mine and Jeff's). But not before a whirlwind adventure filled with Elmo and dolphins and pooping goats. Sam had a great trip with her travel buddy Ben! Here are a very few pictures of the festivities - I will have video NLT Saturday.Loyal B&C readers may recall that Sam and Ben met almost one year ago on their first trip to

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-43464525560243971232008-08-08T12:44:00.006-05:002008-08-08T13:02:56.991-05:00

Today is the first day of fall practice for America's Team, and Sammy has a cold! However, earlier in the week we emphasized the colors blue and gold.After getting caught on the rain on our Bike coming back from the gym, we warmed up with some Sesame Street and goldfish crackers.We began the day with a wholesome blue and gold breakfast!And finally, Sammy's game day gear came in - including an

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-51235754823937019162008-07-31T18:29:00.004-05:002008-07-31T20:59:11.054-05:00

Check out Sam's set shot in this extra-long for your (viewing) pleasure video!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-21225822793389081092008-07-25T09:04:00.004-05:002008-07-25T09:11:06.482-05:00

Sammy unearthed this infant relic from last season just as the Mets overtake first place in the NL East. She insists on wearing it, despite the obvious size issue.Check back next week for a video update. Sammy has changed rooms and adopted a new, streamlined bathing routine. I know you can't wait - but you must!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-22922742486437342692008-07-22T07:22:00.001-05:002008-07-22T07:22:53.915-05:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-59919729111813416092008-07-17T20:11:00.002-05:002008-07-17T20:14:25.944-05:00

Sam had some highs and lows this week. She's really turning into a still-not-toddling toddler with an attitude to match.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-68166960444181194462008-07-11T13:23:00.002-05:002008-07-11T13:26:34.638-05:00

Another great week of playing for Sam - she got her first real dolly! Oh, yeah, and she's still not walking. Steps here and there, but no real commitment. She gets it from her father!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-28929494844408669342008-07-03T19:40:00.004-05:002008-07-03T19:53:38.987-05:00

Sam and I had a fun week together. She loves walking with me and holding my hand, which I'm sure will last through adolescence. I hope her friends don't make too much fun of her. Here is some video and stills from the week!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-58828626326450537592008-06-29T20:54:00.004-05:002008-06-29T21:04:12.329-05:00

Another stylish gift from Aunt Emily!* * * Bubs had not bathed in three days at time of picture * * *Bubs & Chubs will be moving to a weekly schedule. After a year of posting every 3-4 days, I've come to realize that we really aren't that interesting. So, beginning this week you can check B&C every Friday for the latest pictures and video!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-6354450551956309942008-06-27T08:47:00.003-05:002008-06-27T08:51:19.547-05:00

I will have a new video before the month is over!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-5641083864433454022008-06-24T16:13:00.003-05:002008-06-24T16:22:56.326-05:00

Paris was wonderful and I would have stayed (and lived in a doorway with the neighborhood bum and his 3 kittens), if not for Sammy and Jeff! Special thanks to the Queens who came and took care of my little lady!Pictures of Paris can be found here on Snapfish.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-81143414737841275672008-06-20T21:41:00.004-05:002008-06-20T22:09:25.398-05:00

Since MK is touring Paris and not taking the time to show pictures from her trip I thought I would take care of it for her. Did she buy that classy sweatshirt in the famed Cathedral's gift shop? Nice U.S. American move MK!Is she actually in Paris? I mean really - how hard is this? Come on!One of their tours did not go as planned. Gotcha MK!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-59849188530691098602008-06-18T19:14:00.003-05:002008-06-18T19:27:36.656-05:00

As most of you know, MK left Bubs and I here while she went to Paris with her Mom and two of her sisters. They made it safely there and are having a great time. Bubs and I decided that we should take a few trips while Mommy was gone. We hit the roller coasters!We went to the beach!And then we decided - HEY, Why can't we go to Paris too?!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-91891199343019577062008-06-15T20:54:00.003-05:002008-06-15T20:59:12.128-05:00

I head to Paris tomorrow for 8 days of sad Bubslessness! Here is some footage of our new hobby, bike riding. Also, Sam and Aunt Lizzie had a wonderful day of bonding - it just takes Sammy a little time to warm up!

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-67426826376147079322008-06-13T16:35:00.004-05:002008-06-13T16:43:26.423-05:00

Sam has officially activated her Merkle sweat glands.Cute shirt from Aunt Lizzie!Standard first-day reaction from shy Sam.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-81609520699733509102008-06-08T19:48:00.001-05:002008-06-08T19:48:34.888-05:00

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-38006669264710591942008-06-06T09:27:00.006-05:002008-06-09T08:27:04.426-05:00

Sam gets her cake on.

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-78497657392406667222008-06-05T15:02:00.002-05:002008-06-05T15:04:54.377-05:00

Jeff turns 33 today! Here is his requested chocolate cake with cookies and cream frosting. Let's hope it tastes better than it looks...

MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-24103804833472756852008-06-04T16:32:00.006-05:002008-06-04T16:47:07.911-05:00

New bike helmet:ND Hat:Cookie Monster:

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Friday night Sam and I met our friends for a Dora the Explorer show. While I reeeeeally don't look forward to years of Dora, I've liked two songs in a row from... Miley Cyrus! Here's her latest track backing a recap of Sam's week.

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Lately I've noticed Sam's hair is getting quite a bit longer and curlier. Check out the difference in just the three months since her birthday. Unless she's sneaking out at nap time to get her weave on, my girl's getting some shiny cute curls!

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Sam shows her considerable skill with her fork:And was decidedly unimpressed with her pool:Stay tuned - walking is just around the corner!

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Sam and Jeff headed to the children's museum on Saturday where they were celebrating their 10th Anniversary. With cupcakes! Here also are other random pictures from Jeff's cell phone.

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A combination of molars and severe weather ended our mini-break a day early. Though the beach was windy, Sam enjoyed the kiddie pool back at the hotel.

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Sam went through her normal 24-hr adjustment period for new folks.

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Sam loved the beach - particularly throwing sand and rubbing sand in Bob's poor little head. Luckily we have Bob Jr. for those times when Original Bob needs a Maytag respite.

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Sammy seems to be in better spirits these days after a tough bout with the molars. We're heading to Destin early this week, where we hope to get many great pictures. Sam will see her friend Brandon again!

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Here is Sammy in happier, molarless times.

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Slack-jawed Sammy watches ESPN highlights on SportsCenter (and other pictures).

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Check out Sam trying to use her fork and spoon!**Edit**You can also see more pics of Sam with her friend Mary at the kids museum at Field Favorites!

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The ND spring game had several future first-round picks on display. Help Sammy choose a jersey number for the up-and-coming Irish of 2008!

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Here's a link to the one year photo session. My favorites are 8, 16, 26, 32, 34, 58, and 60!http://clients.rachaelcardella.com/username: samqueenpassword: samqueen

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Note the changes to the site! Polls! Counter! I took out the ratings because I think it looked too cluttered.

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This pic of Sam looks like GG:Here are some more, less Gormlified offerings:

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The New Kids on the Block are reuniting and it feels so good! The planned fall tour will accompany a new album due out this summer (and likely to plumb unknown depths of suckitude). To celebrate our great fortune, Bubs & Chubs is introducing a video series featuring some of their greatest hits. Here is the first - enjoy!

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Sam is a serious playgrounder, but I'm pretty sure she enjoys it anyhow.** EDIT **Stay tuned for a couple of new features on Bubs & Chubs, including a Weekly Caption Contest and a special three-part video series. I'm also trying to locate a "Rate This Post" feature similar to the rating system on Rotten Tomatoes, using poopy diapers and fresh diapers.

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I got this pic from our friend Kathy's blog (I believe she is the Original Blogger from our group - thanks Kathy!). There were many little onion heads running around the BBQ joint we had dinner - and here a couple of them run their greasy pork hands through Sam's hair. She loved the attention, though in this pic she seems to be focused on the food (shocking).And here is precious Grant rounding

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Please welcome, Bob Jr., beginning his first tour of duty in Sam's crib! Here is BJ below with pioneer Bob, who will be placed in the inactive reserve on a shelf in my closet. BJ began by getting his wings wet with Sam's slobber this weekend. Welcome BJ!Also, Sam explores the deck out back and gives only polite applause for the evening meal.

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I've transferred all of our cell phone pics to the computer and found some real cuties! Here they are in no particular order - the last one is Sam's first recorded smile!

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Still nursing a cold and cough, Sam received a clean bill of health from the doc and four sticks in the leg! She weighed in at a robust 26 lb, 3 oz and a Manute Bol-esque 32 inches. Both measurement are over the 97% curve cap, and at this rate she will be the tallest, heaviest, and biggest headed person on the planet by age 18. We celebrated her bravery with a triple latte, apple juice, and

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Sammy celebrated with some Peeps and by skipping church due to illness. Sammy is 0-for-2 in Easter service attendance.

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Finally a good pic of Sam's two front teeth. I'll post a video later this evening.

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MKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14110481892430053659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2323640189774261578.post-53653882006954220752008-03-07T10:27:00.003-06:002008-03-07T10:36:14.132-06:00

In my haste to get Sam on to her nap, I neglected to obtain a release to publish photos of Sam's friend Reese. Suffice it to say the two of them together are something of a poor(er) man's Shiloh and Suri. Swap the couture for outlet bargain bin separates, and you have Sammy and Reese.So here is a short vid of Sam. We are going out of town this weekend, so I didn't want to leave without a quick

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Here's Sam reaching out to you with her healing touch! Suck it up, missy!My goal is to get Sammy kissing on camera in the next few days. She mostly just kisses any reflective surface, but she has given three (3) unsolicited kisses to date to actual people (Jeff and I, her parents, though we will likely be downgraded to ogres in the coming years). We also have our third and final photo shoot

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