My Work Shower

me and the beautiful hostesses--Haley, Joan, and Sarah

the food--quite the spread

my guests--my wonderful co-workers

the gifts (not pictured: exersaucer and crib, that's right...all this AND the crib!)

On Saturday, I had my work shower. I feel so lucky to have had two showers with the people that I love! Everyone has been so kind and generous, and we really appreciate everyone's generosity. This little girl is very loved! Thanks again to everyone!

In addition to these means of donating, you may also order frozen pizzas from the
Pizzeria Piccola. The frozen pizzas you order will have to be picked up and paid for during the benefit on October 20th. In order for the frozen pizza sales to benefit the Winklers, all orders must be placed by this Friday, October 16th.

My First Baby Shower

the food - delicious

the guests - wonderful

the loot - adorable

Today I had my first baby shower. It was so amazing--everything about it--amazing! I had such a good time, and I am now officially nervous! I cannot believe that in less than six weeks, we will have a little one! Crazy! Thank you so, so much to all of my friends. I loved everything about this day! Thanks for making it so special!

The One That ALMOST Got Away...

Remember the post titled, "10 Facts You May Not Know About This Birthday Boy?"  Well, apparently, there was one thing even I didn't know about him... until yesterday.  I'd like to share a story about "the one that almost got away"...  

So there I was at work when I decided to finally call an insurance broker that I was referred to.  For months, I have been thinking that since we've never shopped around for car insurance, we should just see what's out there.  So, I called the insurance broker who we'll call Joe (because that's what his name is).  I give Joe all of our information, and he says he'll run the info and call back with the new quotes.  Below is our next conversation:

Joe:  "Gee, that's too bad your husband got that ticket.  That will make your rates go up."  

Me:  "What ticket?  Jeremy didn't get a ticket."

Joe:  "Well, I just ran his name through the system, and it came back with a citation last July, so that's..."

Me:  "What's the date?"

Joe:  "July 15, 2008.  As I was saying..."

Me:  "Joe, can I please put you on hold?"

I put Joe on hold and dial our home number.  (Enter Jeremy)

Jeremy:  "Hello."

Me:  "Did you get a ticket last summer?"

Jeremy:  "Um, last summer...hmmm, oh yeah (as if he's trying to recall forgotten information).  Was that in July or August?  It was during my away rotation in Utah..."

Me:  "IT WAS JULY 15, 2008!  Why did I not know about this, and how did you pay for this without me knowing?"  (I am so anal about our bank account that I see everything going in and out.  By the way, I know that makes me sound controlling.  I'm just anal, don't judge.)

Jeremy:  "I paid for it out of my golf money."

Me: "Your golf money?  You don't have "golf money".  (Even though Jeremy couldn't see me, I was still doing air quotes when I said "golf money".)  You go golfing whenever you want.  I'm going to let you go to your dentist appointment now.  I'll see you when I get home.  Have fun at your root canal, and happy birthday again."  (There may or may not have been some sarcasm in my voice.)

After that, I did get back on the phone with Joe and spoke with my sweet voice.  I was mad for about 17-20 minutes, and then I mostly got over it.  There's nothing I can do about it now.  But, if you see me walking around in a really cute new outfit and possible some new pumps, you'll know how I paid for it--with Jeremy's "golf money."

Happy Birthday to THE very best husband in the world!

10 Facts You May Not Know About This Birthday Boy...

1.  He was born and raised in Buffalo, NY until he was about 13.  He has also lived in Ohio, Wisconsin, Utah, Argentina, and Maryland.

2.  He really is the best husband.  Get this, he does all of the laundry (washes/dries, I fold and put away), always opens my door for me, and always puts gas in my car.  I've never put gas in my car since we've been married.

3.  He played lacrosse in high school, college, and in a league in Wisconsin.

4.  He is never ornery unless he is tired, and even then it's debatable.

5.  He used to long board and attempted to long board down the hill behind Krispy Kreme in Orem.  He was almost done until the speed wobbles kicked in at the end, and he tried to jump off.  See picture below.  Doesn't everyone take a picture of themselves before they go to the Emergency Room?

6.  He will be a first time daddy, and by the way he bathes his golf clubs, I know he will be a good one!  He is great with kids.  They love this guy!

7.  When he was in high school, he drove a teal green Ford Festiva with a squiggly, fuschia detail line.  He drove this to not only pick up the hotties, but to also deliver pizzas for Dominoes.

8.  He loves to drum and started a band with his friend, Jared.  Maybe you've heard of them...Sober in Brewtown...they're kind of a big deal.

9.  He is post-call today and will be getting a root canal after his 30 hour shift--he sure knows how to celebrate!

10.  He is 32 years YOUNG today!!

Happy Birthday, Jeremy.  I love you so much!!

Da Bills

On Saturday, I surprised Jeremy with Packers vs Bills tickets. For those of you who don't know, Jeremy grew up in Buffalo, and has been a fan through thin... and thinner. I secretly packed up the car with tailgate gear, and around 2:00, we headed out to "run errands". We were on our way to Pier 1, when I said, "Should we go to the Packers game instead?" I then pulled an envelope out of my purse with the tickets in it. Jeremy was so surprised and excited. Then he said, "Do you still want to go to Pier 1?" We had such a fun day together--starting at Pier 1! He is so much fun to surprise, and he never suspected a surprise since his birthday is not until next month.

Jeremy with the surprise tickets. He was more excited than he looks, he's just not a fan of me taking his picture while he's trying to drive. I'm not sure why.

I know what you're thinking, and yes, I wore heels to the football game.

Getting our tailgate started (there was more food than chips and meat).

On our way inside the stadium--my first time at Lambeau.

Snapping some pics before the game. We also found the only other Bills fans a couple seats over from us and made friends with them. I know Jeremy will never leave me, because I've seen him stick with the Bills for all of these years. Even I, who knows nothing about football, knows that that, my friends, is true devotion! Happy early birthday, Jeremy! I love you!!

When Geoff Came to Town...

we visited Mars Cheese Castle--heaven on earth for Jeremy;

we found the Bronze Fonz;

we toured Miller Brewery (this was us at the sampling with our Diet Cokes);

we (as in Geoff and Jeremy) struck a pose in front of the giant beer bottle;

we grilled a wide variety of brats!

Geoff (pronounced Gee-off) came to Wisconsin to sell custom suits to some of the reps that I work with.  We had a great time showing Geoff around Milwaukee and catching up on old times.  We can't wait for him to come back!