Addendum

It was brought to my attention that my last post gave the impression that I thought my husband was "worthless" when it comes to helping around the house... It was not my intention to imply this in any way. Working in the front flower beds has become something that I normally tackle, so I guess I just took ownership over it in my post. Additionally, I stated that it was so hot that I wouldn't even hire someone to work on them right now, which would include asking my husband to get out there to work on them. I'm not interested in rushing him to the hospital for heat exhaustion. In summation, I apologize for any unnecessary anxiety my previous post may have caused. I know you're a busy man, Jimmy. I wasn't trying to call you out in public.

Heat Wave!

My goodness, it's hot hot hot outside! It makes looking after two kids kind of hard when you can't go outside to play or you dread getting in the car to drive anywhere. Not to mention, I've been spending lots of time worrying about our new trees that aren't getting enough water and our AC unit is working some mega overtime. There is a lot of work that needs to be done to our front beds, but it's too darn hot for pregnant ladies to get out there to trim bushes and weed eat. I'd actually pay someone to do it, but I don't think anyone should be working in these conditions. We're going to be at 100 degrees for about the entire next week... check weather here. It makes me want to vomit!

I think we're going to break down and get a new AC unit soon. I just learned that they offer payment plans, so I think we can handle it. The price seems reasonable, especially after getting 4 quotes. Also, I really liked the last guy because he listened to me and didn't try to sell me the top of the line. Thankfully, I got the quote before this tremendous heat wave, so I don't think the rate was inflated at all.

We have so many projects on the horizon, but I believe this AC unit will make a world of difference. Our power bills are through the roof. I just logged on to the News and Observer website and saw that Progress Energy just asked state officials to allow them to increase rates by 16% because their power plants are struggling to keep up with this awful heat! Holy shmoly!!! We're screwed! I guess the minivan will just have to wait for now. Sorry girls!

A few vacation pics...

On her way to the beach

Beach Face

Playing in the sand

Bumping bellies

Riding the waves

So happy eating bubble gum ice cream...

she's dancing!

Riding the ferry on our way to the Aquarium

Posing at Barefoot Landing, mango smoothie in hand

Home again, home again!

We're back from the beach. We got back yesterday and we're pooped. We had tons of fun and hope to have pictures posted by the end of the day.

We came back to find that our magnolia tree isn't doing too well, my email was hacked and sent ebay emails to everyone in my contact list, and then some good news... Sarah and Eric had their baby, Joseph Doc David (Jed), and he's doing great!

More to come soon!