Kate might be Swiss...

My family is swedish.. so.. Kate is part swedish. But I also think she might be Norwegian.. or Swiss or something. Right now she is saying "ya" instead of yes to everything.. And tell me this picture doesn't look like she is blowing one of those horns.. in the Swiss Alps or something..

Erica and her Beautiful Daughters

Just wanted to post this picture of our amazing friend and her two beautiful daughters that I captured today....

yum!

I don't know if any of you have seen what Hostess has come out with now.. little mini cupcakes.. 3 in a pack and they are only 100 calories! I know i know.. most of you are thinking.. jill.. you eat like you have a garbage can for a stomach.. but how awesome is this.. i can eat these and it isnt horrible for me!

go and buy them! i got them at walmart.. for like 250 a box or something like that.

Eat this Martha.....

Sexy Cooks in the Eikmeier Hiz-ouse

Last weekends Festivities....

So, here's a few shots from last weekends wedding that I caught....Erica's stern look (the one I talked about in the last e-mail) Three of the four Eikmeiers, a picture I now call " Get a room!", one cute couple, Jeremiah is a fun toy, and that's not really what Tiffany wore to the wedding.

TP or not TP

So have any of you used a Bidet? I'm a little nervous as I'm wondering if they don't have TP since they have this little bottom washer. If any of you mom's out there ever did a sitz bath, do you think it's a little like that, or do you hover more? Talk amongt yourselves...I'm heading to Europe....yo!

hellooo magazines!

So I went to the post office Thursday during lunch and got all our glorious mail. The man didn't even yell at me or give me a dirty look! I tried my best to bat my eyes at him, even though I really just had something in my contact.

So now I have all my magazines to read and enjoy. Like the Parenting magazine that Jami got her cool website from. I should be getting my first issue of Real Simple any day now.. oooohhh. i can't wait!

ok. can you tell I am a little obsessed with getting cool mail like invitations or magazines or books from this other cool website called www.paperbackswap.com where you can trade books you have already read! I am waiting for 3 books to get delivered soon.

stupid mail

i was so sad when i got home tonight..
most of you know.. jim and i arent great at checking our mail. its ALL the way down the street.. and its been cold and rainy and i can't find my key. it has been a week.. maybe two.. and i called jim on his way home from work and asked him to pretty please stop and grab the mail on his way home.. i knew i had a bridal shower invite and 2 new magazines (Real Simple and Coastal Living) I was really looking forward to curling up on the couch to read my magazines before Lost came on tonight.. but Jim walked in the door with a bright orange piece of paper.. they had taken our mail back to the post office.
this has happened once before and jim was promptly yelled at by the lady behind the counter. he said its my turn this time. so tomorrow during lunch i will be running to the boys town post office and grabbing a bag full of mail.. and receiving a stern scolding for not checking my mail.
its not my fault they make those darn mailbox slots SO tiny.. sheesh.

yo mo fos

that was ghetto talk in case anybody was confused. :)
hey my ladies! i am glad we are back to blogging. i think it should be a rule that we have to blog at least 3 times a week. just something little. so lets all try to do that. if you don't you will.. get kicked out of the club and fed to the wolves.. now can we find some wolves so this threat is a little more scary?

does anyone know where i can find coupons? couponbug.com? or where in the paper??

I don't feel as bad now...

Ok I felt really bad about not being on here for a couple months...then I see that it has been a MONTH since ANYONE has been on here. I am done feeling bad.
I really have nothing to say, believe it or not. I had a great time at Bunko. Brian is in Des Moines the rest of the week. He's coming home tonight, which I don't understand why, but then will be gone for a Food Show for the rest of the week, coming home Sunday evening. That makes me blue.
I wanted to post some pictures too so I could be as cool as Colleen and Jill - this is what I could find.
Look how big Trotter has gotten! I can't believe he was that little. --he still acts like he's that little! Oh he used to be the cutest little teeny thing. Now he's a slobbery moose...and we still love him.

snot

That is so weird you mentioned Caboodles. This girl at my work still uses this little caboodle and has all her make up in it. She brings it to work every day. She opens the lid and two little trays slide to the side. its pretty cool. I loved mine when i was little. It was pink and purple - which i think they all were - and i had random little girl things in it: hair ties, make up, jewlrey.. good stuff.
On another note, I am sick now, with a sinus infection and ear infection mainly. i was asking the Dr. why little kids get ear infections and adults don't that much. I guess their little ear drums or something are horizontal, and as we get older they become vertical. so the fluid can drain. there is this little area in the ear that acts as a place to hold extra fluid or air - like when we go on a plane or under water, the air builds up in that little space. but we need to get the air or fluid out of it. i guess my sinuses are SO full of snot and they are inflamed and pushing against my ears, so the snot can't get out.. and now they are infected. nice.
As i am writing this i am breathing out of my mouth because my nose has been stuffed up for days. joy.

Random thoughts....

So I've been thinking about it after Nici sent out that e-mail about wine being better than water.....Don't you think it's weird that you can't MAKE water...so the water we drink and use for ice, and use in cooking, etc....is recycled?!?!? So we have no clue where it's been, but it's been places.....makes me want to throw up a bit.

Second thing I was remembering was Caboodles. Did you girls ever have one...I actually think they still make them but they are modern now a days. I had one that was bright pink and purple and I held all my "junk" in there. Those were great.

Lastly, just wanted to pass along another yummy treat I found. So I like Chai Lattes and at a coffee shop they're so expensive...so I was at the store and I bought this little General Foods International Chai Latte mix. You mix it with water or milk (obviously based on my first comment I use the latter) and it is really yummy. The little can was under $4.00 which seems like a lot but when you go and buy a cup its $3.00 it's really not that much. If you like chai try this out!!!

trouble

i just had to add.. we were talking about games at work the other day and i had to brag about our pictionary skills.. and then i was showing the girls the "butt plug" picture and we made the picture this one girls wall paper on her computer.. yeah.. one of the STaffing Supervisors didnt like that so much and she gave me a very dirty look and said to get it off the computer immediately! we all giggled about it later because that lady has a stick up her butt. everyone else thought it was hilarious!

A little taste of heaven

So ladies- not sure if you know, but one of the best ice creams (store bought) is Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks, but I've found one that matches up to it, and well...tastes a little bit like heaven...now this is only for the "coffee lovers" out there...but get this...coffee flavored ice cream wrapped around white chocolate cremes, mocha espreso brownies(yum!) and chocolate fudge swirl....that's right, you know you want it...go out and get it, or stop by...I think I'll have it in stock from here on out! Peace!

Men DO suck at Pictionary

I am being forced to post this blog... my husband wants to justify that he actually does know what a "trivot" is and was just confused during the actual game.. I think it was Colleen who made fun of him.. rightfully so. :)
In memory of the event, we used the trivot to hold our hot plate of green beans tonight.

"...Colleen.. THIS is a trivot.."

BunKo Hussies in the Spangla' Hiz'oww'ss!

Really? I think Jill is a "butt woman" - I mean seriously... Good times had by all...

Am I doing it?!

Holy crap, am I actually posting a comment? This may be my proudest moment. Nici, rockin' Bunko! Your house is crazy-beautiful and that was some goooood food. You guys are total pervs, but whatev. Colleen, the New Year's pics were fun. Thanks so much for posting that last pic. Nici and I look especially hot. And how crappy does my basement look on film? Yuck! Looked much cozier that night in person via the lamps (mood-lighting) and fire hazard Pottery Barn votives that almost caused a damn three-alarm fire. Good times.

Curtains!!!

"Jill sucks," GIRLS RULE! Way to go ladies. Showin' the boyz up makes them appreciate us even more! Happy New Year!

heeelllooo 2007

It sounds like Nici is a bit of a Bah Humbug. :)
The holidays were great! I am sad xmas music isn't on the radio anymore!
I can't wait for Bunko next Monday.. actually in a week. and New Years shall be grand. I need to get my xmas photos uploaded and then I will share.
What was everyone's favorite gift? I got myself a DVD Recorder.. have been taping shows, I will be transfering our home movies onto DVDs .. its grand!
I also got some gift cards - which are the gift that keeps on giving. speaking of that. my mom got my dad some jelly, and said she got him a year membership to the jelly of the month club. now THAT is the gift that keeps on giving. it was hilarious.

Is it 2007 yet??

First of all, I can't believe Christmas was here then gone, like that! In a blink of an eye! Now I just want to take down all of the decor and move into the new year. Did everyone have a nice holiday? I hope you all got exactly what you wanted. Lots of friends, family and food....blah....I am sick of big dinners and candy, sweets, and cookies! We had salad for dinner last night because we were both CRAVING healthy food. That was scary!
**Don't forget next Monday night - January 8th, Bunko at my place, ladies. It will be IMPOSSIBLE for me to measure up to Jami's fantabulous hosting skills last month, so I won't even try! Yep, she's got skills...
Word to all of your mothers. Peace out.

Why is it so funny when people fall down? This will always make me laugh. That along with the words boobies, fart, toot, doody etc.. Anyone else have any good words.. that no matter how old we get... they are funny. And they are usually the words we are trying to stop little kids from saying.

Purse Snatching

As soon as the holidays roll around you suddenly hear on the news to be looking out for purse snatchers and people mugging you the mall parking lots.. Has anyone ever seen this? I always think about it as I am shopping... wondering what to do. Do I hide my bags under my coat? Do I run like a mad woman to my car? Should I buy mase? I am always looking for lurkers in the parking lot. I also wonder what people find in those bags when they steal them. I wonder what they think when the bags are filled with something stupid, like ladies underwear and nylons.. or something dumb like that.

Merry Christmas!

Just little ol me wishing all of you a Merry Christmas!http://www.elfyourself.com/?userid=ba39caedb331fd74c2bc74bG06122008

Bunco

It's Bunco Night! Wohoo! Just wanted to see if you would care to join me at a Pants Party? Great! Wohoo!

Can you believe it's December?!?!

O.K. I know you all are busy, but come on...no posts since Thanksgiving? What's up with that? Even the guy who doesn't think says something.

Happy Thanksgiving

We had a really nice thanksgiving this year. The weather was so wonderful that we did thanksgiving at the lake.. and ate outside on the deck! It was beautiful and the food was great. But i have decided that next year I am signing up to be a boy for thanksgiving.. then I too can sit on the couch all day and watch tv while the girls cook and clean up after.
Is this just my household? Just my brothers, dad, and husband? Anywoo, hope everyone had a great day and I am thankful for all of you.

Free Stuff

This is another blog that some of my friends love. www.momadvice.com/blog
She not only writes a blog...but there is this thing called Freebie Friday! She tells you all these ways to get free samples and other free stuff. I got on and signed up for all these free samples, and printed off free coupons for UPS (very handy for the holidays with Jim's dad in Seattle).
Anywoo, just thought I would pass it on. Cool stuff. Free stuff is better than not free stuff.

What is everyone doing for Turkey Day? Can you believe its already next week. I feel like this year has flown by.. being back at work has really made the time go even faster.

Oh yeah! Kate took about 6 steps last night! She did it about 10 times.. between Jim and I, from her walker to me.. etc. It is super cute. Jim was so proud I thought he was going to cry.
Good times.

Narcolepsy

Something to ponder....Are you ever so tired that you fall asleep while eating your macaroni & cheese?

good game

bunKo was fun..
thanks everyone for playing and coming to my house. It is always so much fun to hang out with you girls and i laugh so hard. :)
plus, the cash is always nice too.
i will start working on the crowns for next month.

They Say it's Your Birthday...

Happy Birthday Colleen!

What did everyone do when they were kids for halloween? a big thing at our house... and still is, is to make grilled cheese sandwiches and tomater soup to eat before we went out and hit the streets begging for candy. And then over the next week or two we would take a couple pieces in our lunches to school.

candy... mmmmmm

Happy Halloween people!
First off.. we had a work costume party/contest. and i didn't win. i was a little pissed that day at work. i even practiced my voice at home and everything.. but whatever. im over it now. :)
Second, yeah for Colleen's new baby! he is super duper cute. how are the t*ts doing lady? they hurt worse than last time.. or are they tougher this time around?
Where is everyone else on this thing? Colleen has a baby sucking on her and she still writes! Sheesh!

I would like to officially introduce Leo Thomas to the bloggers out there. He is a handsome little stud with soft pink skin, dark hair and blue eyes....the ladies are going nuts over him. By the way, no one was right, so I got to keep the name I wanted....thank God....I don't think I could have lived with myself if I named my son Jill.

another friend

I am so glad Erica has decided to participate in our fun club. someone will have to teach her the secret handshake sometime.

on another note - did anyone see the Pittsburg football game sunday night? I don't usually watch this stuff, but this one player with really long wavy hair got tackled .. by his hair! and the guy who tackled him didn't let go until they were both standing up again. ok. i just thought this was funny. This is the guy. you can kinda see his curly locks. they are really long. Is anyone still reading this??? ....

It has been a while!!

Hi ladies,
So sorry, I totally forgot about our blog until the other day. I feel totally left out!! There has been some serious things going on on here! I want to post when I think Colleen is going to have her baby...I vote for Monday the 16th in the evening. He will be 7lbs 6 oz. Good luck Colleen, we will be cheering you on!!

Cold Cash

Bunko was fun. But now i have a dilemma.. What to do with all my hard earned cold cash.. that is burning a hole in my pocket.
I could buy colleen a baby gift.
I could cure world hunger.
I could put a down payment on a new car.
I could buy a new shirt.
I could buy Nici a "k" to put in her name. I would like that.
Decisions.. decisions...

Funny Last Names

Do you notice anything unusual about any name?






I might go into another line of business if I were him....what do you guys think?

Baby Betting

Hey all. lets take a poll on when colleen will pop this kid out.
My vote is: Oct. 10th, in the evening, 8lb 9 oz.

Match.com

KATE

Age: you never ask a woman her age!

Description: flowing locks of auburn brownish/blondish straight hair, tall and thin, leggy

Likes: dogs, long strolls behind her walker, being thrown in the air, her blanket, melon, grapes

Dislikes: having her diaper or clothes changed, having her nose wiped, and vegetables

Looking for a nice infant or toddler to play with and who likes watching Baby Einstein videos while eating mac and cheese.

Call #867-5309 if you are interested.

Have you ever wondered...

...if doing the Hokey Pokey IS what it's all about?

And another thing, if you can spell Dwayne like Duane, then why can't you spell Wayne like Uane?

And finally, if mouse is mice, and moose is moose, then what is caboose? just caboose? or is it cabice? what about cabooses, or cabeeses?

I am so perplexed. Talk amungst yourselves.
Peace out, word to your mothers.

Are you seriously READY!?! I CAN'T HEAR YOU!! Tonight (Wed.) TWO HOURS to catch us up, get us up to speed....tomorrow night is the BIG DAY! 8pm...here we gooooooo....I had a friend on the blog, I hope that's ok. She wanted to post this note:
Welcome to Season Three!!! We here at Grey's are all really excited about the new season and dear God, I hope you are too. I personally was itching to get back to work. I'm not a vacation kind of girl. I'm also clearly not a girl who exists well outside the four walls of Seattle Grace Hospital. I was missing George and the gang. So coming back to work was all about joy. But right now, this minute, today? I'm also kinda nervous. --Shonda Rhimes

Check out the Grey's writers website:
http://www.greyswriters.com/

I Heart Laguna

Hi.. Im Jill.. I am addicted to bad reality tv shows.. I really like LAguna Beach..and most of the other ones on MTV.

"Hi Jill"

when are we too old to stop watching MTV? Please say its at least late thirties...

Thought for the day...

Friends

Friends are like butt cheeks.
Shit might separate them,
But they always come back together.

Votes are in

We'll the votes are in and nobody agree's with Insecta Inspecta. Colleen's new nick name will remain unknown.

In a non-related story....There is going to be a blizzard in Omaha today...so bundle up!

oh yeah

i must add a complaint.. actually.. just something that makes me sad.
Nobody has called me my new nick name - Insecta Inspecta. I would really appreciate it if everybody would make their best effort to remember my new name and try to address me as this the next time you happen to see me.

p.s. Nici asked if she could call me I.I. I said absolutly NOT! that goes for everyone else.

p.p.s. I vote that we start calling Colleen skid mark. :)

Pandora's Box

hey all. just wanted to share a really cool website.. if you didn't already know about. Its called Pandora's box. and you type in a favorite artist.. or song.. and they will find more music that is similiar. Its a great way to find out about new artist that you will love! Click on the title to go there. or go to panderasbox.com.. i think

Jill the Hog

So I am not quite the blogger than Jill is, as you can tell she hogs 85% of the blog space we all have...now I am thinking that the latest blogs are due to her crazy business at her new job....Yeah Jill! How is that going by the way...but anyways back to my point...I think the reason I don't blog much is that I can't ever remember how. It always takes me 15-20 mins to remember how to add a post...so I may just start addding comments to others posts and you'll have to read them that way. But anyways. I just want to say that colds/sinus issues SUCK! How can a person produce so much snot? Where is it all stored? Why is it different colors? Now I do know the answers to some of these, but let's discuss for a moment shall we? Oh, and the blue is just for fun!

Let's all take a moment..

10 years ago to this date - sept. 13 - something tragic happened... something that will forever be remembered.. and i think we should all take a moment to think about...

yes my friends.. our homey... our brotha.... Tupac Shakir was shot in a drive by..

counslors are available if anyone needs help dealing with the grief

$1.50 can buy a lot

So I went to Sam's today to buy some baby items that I like to buy in bulk and discount prices.. :)
Everytime I go to Sam's I am happy because of the deal they have - $1.50 for a hotdog and pop! Sometimes I get it.. other times I don't because I don't have time or don't want to spoil my dinner. But I always walk out of there thinking.. what a great deal! Whoever Sam is... he is a genious!!!

A Joke

ok. so at work i heard a funny joke.. well.. kind of a joke. here goes:

I walk up to Erica and say, "Hey Erica.. do you have a sewing kit?"
Erica says, "Why no Jill.. I don't.. why?"
Jill says (while flexing her huge muscles that look like guns) " Because I'm ripped.. that's why!"

Dear Nici.... and everyone else I guess

salmon does rock. and we will be having a salmon feast when ever it comes in.. (from jim's fishing trip in alaska)

So the new job is awesome. I am working and earning a paycheck and love writing half of my check over to Jessica..haha! bc she ROCKS and is the best babysitter lady in the world..

ok. on another note. chick peas are neither chicks nor peas... Discuss..
what does everyone think about this?

a.k.a. Bruce the MOOSE!!

We were going to name Trotter "Bruce" - should have - Bruce the Moose! Trotter's 10 mo. birthday is today! He's 90 lbs. and growing. With Brian in Canada this week, it has tested me as a single mother of a 90 lb. 10 mo. old. Not fun all the time! He requires more exercise than I alone can possibly give him...3 mile walk, after work, in the drizzle? Nope - still full of "it". Fetch in the back yard (thank GOD for the new fence) for an hour? Nope...where does the energy come from? And can I bottle it? Can't wait for Brian to get home Sunday! I attached pics of "then" and "now" (actually this was taken last month when he was 83 lbs)...



And Jill's favorite picture from Jan. 28, 2006 where Trotter is pulling my pony tail.