MonkeysMama

Idaho. Yes. Idaho.

2009-09-15T09:13:00.000-07:00

Who would think someone would want to go spend time in Idaho...for vacation?! Crazy, you say? Hardly. It's a fantastic place for kids and adults, and the price is right. Boise is a college town full of interesting people, trendy restaurants and beautiful scenery. Check out some pics here. Oh, and here, too!

Amazon and Zappos - shake it don't break it, baby!

2009-07-22T17:05:00.001-07:00

I am clearly behind here, but I wanted to send a shout-out to my two favorite companies. Zappos, you know that we all heart you. Between your wedges and stilleto heels what's not to love? Amazon, I admire and love you, too. Your ratings and reviews are righteous while your recommendations, OK, kinda good. But the two of you together?! Sweetness! Let's just make sure they can keep both of their [unique] cultures alive and well.

Oh but WAIT...there's more

2009-07-22T14:25:00.001-07:00

Tea,Chinese Style Cupcake, originally uploaded by Cupcake Land by ShamsD.

Check out this bad boy!

Cupcakes, cupcakes and man! Cupcakes!

2009-07-22T14:20:00.001-07:00

Banana n Cinnamon Cupcakes, originally uploaded by Cupcake Land by ShamsD.

This woman is amazing. Some ladies in the office sent me links to her work. She is, welly, check 'em out for yourself!

Some more of my faves:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/shamsd/3500483206/in/set-72157600075139359/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/shamsd/3482956926/in/set-72157600075139359/

Her attention to detail isl...wow!

Nice...

2009-05-01T11:12:00.001-07:00

see more pwn and owned pictures

Good gear

2009-04-28T08:54:00.000-07:00

Monkeys love for cool gear is never-ending. I'm constantly trying to find a place that sells (at reasonable prices) high-speed stuff. If you have a kid like mine, you may want to check out a family run business I found called Hero Gear. They mostly support squadron fundraising, but anyone can purchase from them.

Monkey also thinks that Marcus is great, and Jeff is a creative genius.

A hiking we will go

2009-04-02T14:39:00.000-07:00

So I'm trying to get out there and hike more, but it's tough. Apparently, a lot of people go out hiking on a beautiful, sunny Sunday afternoon. I ended up going from place-to-place because all the lots were full. Despite my frustrations, I was not disappointed when I tried a trail I caught site of on my way home one day. The view, stunning. Parking, lots!

2009-02-04T10:56:00.000-08:00

Oh the boy is five. Yup, five years old. It's a new era for us, for me, really. Here's to another exciting five more years when the boy will be 10. oh. my. god.

2009-01-06T14:49:00.001-08:00

the new year is here and i still don't exactly feel very organized. although it's refreshing to know that every 12 months, my slate is wiped clean, and i can try again!

2008-12-18T12:11:00.001-08:00

There are days when I just love being at work. After five days of a sick kid with hand-foot-mouth, I'm elated to be here!

Tagged: Seven Random Facts

2008-08-21T17:10:00.001-07:00

1. If I don't exercise, I go totally insane. I need to run a few times a week to prevent this from happening.
2. I like to drive really, really fast (without the kid, course). Forunately for me, my driving record doesn't indicate this love for speed, yet :-)
3. If I don't take a shower every morning, my day sucks!
4. Clothes shopping is not something I like to do. Shoes and handbags, I'm there! But clothes? Forget it!
5. I'm a nightowl. I stay up until 1-2AM regularly, and only get about 4-5 hours of sleep. Hmmm, maybe that's called something else. Hehe!
6. I get really bored very easily. I'm not one of those people that can do the same thing for 20 years. I thrive on change.
7. I never thought I would really truly love anyone until I had Monkey. He changed my life.

Ohhh yeaaaa baby!

2008-08-21T17:09:00.001-07:00

So it has been a long time since I've posted something--this place has been keeping me busy!--but this evening, cowgirl and I went to the local market to grab a bite to eat and what did I see? Ohhh soooo hootttt Ryan Gosling on the latest cover of GQ. I grabbed it and bought it! I know, I know, he's not the typical hot, but he has that certain...je ne sais quoi that makes me melt!

Baby, one more time

2008-08-21T17:07:00.000-07:00

I know, I'm late again. crazedparent is sitting next to me and just told me the Britney post is so yesterday, but I can't help myself. I must throw in my $0.02 cents!

So this morning I was on my way to work listening to eminem. While he may not be the ideal parent his words spoke to me, and I hope they will do the same for Britney. So come on now, sing it with me before you do another Oops!...I Did it Again!

" Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity
To seize everything you ever wanted-One moment
Would you capture it or just let it slip?
...the moment
You own it, you better never let it go
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime yo.

You can do anything you set your mind to."

Word.

Love Thursday: Simple Beauty

2008-08-21T17:05:00.000-07:00

9/27/2007
Simplicity is, an Oreo Cookie Shake and curly fries.

Beautiful!

Preschool, preschool--jiggity jig! Our Momemt :-)

2008-08-21T17:04:00.000-07:00

9/5/2007
Well, I did it. Rather, I should say, he did it. My little Monkey let me leave him at school and not a single peep out of him. All I got was a, "OK Mom, see ya!" I was trying not to stress too much reminding myself that they feed off of our insecurities

"What time is Nana going to pick you up?"

"I know mom!" Totally exasperated at my one hundred and one questions, "11:30."

"Right! And there are a lot of new faces here today, so let's try and help the kids out."

"OK MOM!"

My cue to leave.

But just in case, I'm camping out at the Starbucks around the corner should I get that phone call. "Yes, Mrs. MonkeysMama?" "Uh-huh?" Screeching in the background, "Um, your son...?" "I can be there in three minutes flat."

He's still my little baby, ya know.

Proud mama moment

2008-08-21T17:03:00.001-07:00

8/29/2007
I was sitting at my desk this morning doing a bit of work when Monkey joined me at his writing table. He started to do something when all of a sudden he said, "Look!" I turned around to see what he had done, and much to my amazement, it was letters. Yes, letters! I was so shocked and surprised because even though the family has worked on it with him, he seemed to show very little interest. Today, all of this has changed! He's written the letters l, e, n, c, g, p, o, and uh, a few more that are yet to be determined. I could not be more proud of this developemental milestone.

Well, back to listening (at Monkey's request) The Beatles and doing our happy dances!

Photo Challenge: Beautiful Things

2008-08-21T17:02:00.001-07:00

8/24/2007
This was taken in Seattle. It's a view of the Olympic Mountain Range, which was absolutely stunning!

Oh for the love of plush toys!

2008-08-21T16:56:00.000-07:00

Today was a wonderful day because I bought myself this wonderful dragon. I've wanted it for quite some time and now it's MINE! It's propped up on the corner of my cube any my fellow co-workers are green with envy. I mean, his face is irresistible!

Spelling it out, Flickr style

2008-08-20T23:13:00.000-07:00

spelling it out. And I've been spelling all sorts of interesting things. Just type in a word, or two, and viola! Check it out:

Three Truths and A Lie...

2008-08-20T23:12:00.000-07:00

7/30/2007
1. I'm adopted.

2. I've been shot at.

3. I've met Pink Floyd.

4. I'm afraid of the dark and sleep with nightlights.

The Mentos Soda Experiment

2008-08-20T23:02:00.000-07:00

7/28/2007
The Contenders:
The Contenders & Mentos

First up, Diet Rootbeer:
Diet Rootbeer
**Not very remarkable.**

Second up, Diet Coke:
Diet Coke**Better, but nothing to write home about.**

Third at bat, Diet Pepsi:
Diet Pepsi
**Off the charts!! The best one!**

And, 7UP (non-Diet):
7UP
**Not too shabby!**

A few members mentioned that we had to use diet drinks, but it seems like a non-diet soda will work fine. Also, I could only find mint Mentos (no peppermint), and this did the trick!

And if you want to know more, check out this interesting site.

Monkey Wisdom

2008-08-20T23:00:00.001-07:00

7/20/2007
We were talking about volcanoes one day:

Monkey: I don't want to go anywhere where there are volcanoes.

Me: Why?

Monkey: I saw what happened to the dinosaurs. I don't want to become extinct.

Now this is just cute

2008-08-20T22:58:00.000-07:00

http://www.flickr.com/photos/tnarik/857318424/

Photo Challenge: What's in Your Bag?

2008-08-20T22:56:00.001-07:00

7/20/2007
No words really required for this photo. I mean, c'mon, underwear (Monkey's, not mine), socks, Advil, lip gloss, Airbornne, Maya's Mom stickers--all the bare essentials

Panda baby

2008-08-20T22:53:00.001-07:00

Make sure you turn the volume up a bit for *maximum* enjoyment. It's worth it!