Blah week

Chris and I were talking last night about which country we were going to move to since ours seems to be in shambles, but then, we had a reality check. We realized we couldn't get very far since the dollar isn't worth crap. Politicians are stupid...
We had an Alli-free weekend this past weekend. She stayed with Chris' parents while we went to the Clemson game...big mistake there, since they lost. The Clemson football coaching staff is stupid too...After the Clemson game, I was thinking about going and picking up Alli, and sending Chris to his parent's house (if you know what I mean).
You know how sometimes you get in a slump of eating the same old, same old? Chris and I are there. We have been trying to change up our menus, so have been trying new recipes. Last night was a big disappointment...it bombed. It was a potato sausage skillet. It sounded pretty tasty, but not so much. Any recipe ideas would be welcome.
I guess it's just one of those blah weeks. Hopefully, our good friend Richard and his wife Brea from Ala-bam will lighten the mood when they come this weekend.

The Chunky Monkey

Well, we went to the pediatrician friday. Alli is healthy as a horse and he was impressed with her skills! Here are her stats:
height: 26 3/4 in. (75th percentile)
weight: 17lbs 13oz (75th percentile)
head cir. 16 3/4 in (50th percentile)...she has a little pea head!

Wow, facebook!

Things have been crazy around here lately. Alli is now 6 mos old! We go back to the doctor friday for her checkup/shots. She had her first real sickness last week. It was so sad. She had a "rubella type" virus. She had a rash all over and a fever for 3 days. She slept most of the time. She's finally getting back to normal. Now, Chris and I are both sick. I have an ear infection and sinus infection and Chris' is just starting. Fun, fun! I knew Chris didn't feel good yesterday when he gave up the chance to raise hell at the homeowner's association meeting. Our president is a real piece of work!..one of those busy-bodies who have nothing better to do.
Alli was supposed to go to Gigi and Pappy's last weekend so we could go to the Clemson game, but since she was sick, we didn't send her. We watched on TV instead. They won, but it wasn't such a great performance. They just can't get it together! My parents (Papa and Mimi) are coming this weekend, so we can go to the game. At least the half time show should be good...we play SC State.
I can't say enough about facebook. I have really enjoyed finding old friends on facebook. I've been able to catch up with people I haven't seen/talked to in 13 years. It's crazy! What's even more crazy is the fact that most of them are still in South Carolina!

Un-Impressive Win Saturday

We had our first home game against The Citadel on Saturday...it was a family affair. My parents came up to watch Alli while we went to the game, and Chris' parents and brother came up to go to the game, (since John is a Citadel alum). Clint, Mel, and Jordan (Chris' sister, brother-in-law, and niece) came over for a bit to join us too. It was hot and sticky, but not as uncomfortable as last year's FSU-10hr tailgate while being pregnant!
We won 45-17, but I think it's going to be a LONG season. The offensive line was deplorable and where exactly was the defense? When Tommy finally decided to put in the second string, they did great...should have done it earlier (I know, spoken like a true fan)! With all the talent we have this year...what's going on? So much for such high expectations...It was good to see "Old, crotchety man" behind us is still there!
I joined the 21st century and joined Facebook last week. I always thought I was too old for that, but apparently not. I was suprised at how many people I was able to catch up with...mainly old high school friends. The drawback is that my in-box has been jam packed with Facebook messages. It's crazy to think I haven't seen most of them in 13 years. I can't believe it's been that long since I was out of high school. It's been fun to see where everyone is now.
On to Alli... She'll be 6 mos in a week. She's doing great! Sitting up perfectly well, eating stage 2 foods now, and lunging when on her tummy. I can't believe it's been almost 6mos. We're working on drinking water from the sippy cup now.