We're Back!

Well, things are finally starting to settle down around here. We've had the internet up and working in our home for over a week now. Who knew our lives were so dependent on this technology. Well, I plan on using it to continually update this blog.

I've started WW again, today, so hopefully this blog will help facilitate those healthy cooking and eating habits again. I also hope to take more photos, especially of the kittens exploring their new space.

All in all, it's good to be back!

Caturday Saturday: Back from extreme hiatus

It's been a bit since you've seen an update of this size...lots of kitteh photos this Caturday :)

Awww

She learned this from me, I like to sleep like this too.

From moving...

MY BOX!

She's a funny cat.

She said she'd pay the mortgage this month.

He wrapped himself up in the blanket.

To hide from the world.

They love shoes.

This picture says everything...

We're besties.

OK fine...you can join us.

And my sick baby cat...

He came from outer space...

Caturday Saturday: Our mommy just can't get her blog in order, but we're still precious edition

Caturday Saturday: No matter how many times I see this...

I will ALWAYS laugh. Thank God for my boys:

My boys!

Oh hai momz!

I love my little girl too. Even if she messed up the bed covers...

and yes...I know it's Sunday! :)

Caturday Saturday: Snuggle time edition

This past Labor Day, something happened that NEVER happens. All three cats snuggled up together on the couch. I had to take as many photos as they would allow me to do.

Caturday Saturday: Window Perch Adventure

When my parents came back from Tennessee last week, they brought the grandkittens a surprise...

What's this papa? I must investigate...

Oh! A perch! Now I don't have to hang out of the window sill...

Please note: 25 lbs weight limit. Sorry chunk. You can only sit alone. Meanwhile, Jackson and Scooby could share.

Papa putting it together.

Elliot wanted to help.

Almost ready for a test run!

Elliot didn't want to get up there, but I helped her jump right in.

Gotta milk it first. You know...test out the fluffiness.

Look at that face!

Meanwhile, this is where we found Jackson.

You cannot get me in my box fortress!

Caturday Saturday: On a Tuesday...

Yeah yeah, I know...It isn't Saturday, but that doesn't mean I can't dream. This week is quite groggy and I can't put my finger on why. Anywho! Here are the fur babies from last week:

That is a clip of Jackson. You may need to turn up your speakers, but in the first few seconds you can hear him chirping. Yes...like a bird...Jackson is by far our quirkiest cat. He chirps, meows and barks/growls. 

I'm always a sucker for a shot of Ellie and her daddy spending time together.

Caturday Saturday: We know it's Monday....

I know, it has been a crazy weekend, so here is your belated Caturday Saturday post to update you on the cats and their crazy lives:

Elliot wanted to check out the cooler from our trip to Jackson and Athens GA last weekend.

This is Scooby chillin in the window when our AC went out last week.

And this is my Jackson...hanging out inside a box.

Eleven in 11: Evaluating June

I am so sorry for the lack of June updates. I am a mad woman, truly. This month I not only began a 4 day work week at work (which means 10 hours days and a half lunch) I took on some additional responsibilities. I am teaching in the evenings twice a week, making the work day an additional 2 hours longer), plus I helped with an online class at another university. Whew! Lots of work, leaves me with not as much time to blog. Anywho, I'm here now and I have lots of ideas for future posts!

The breakdown:
1. Volunteer opportunity- I got my certificate in the mail recently and I'm so happy to belong to such a great organization and good cause. Sometimes people ask me "rape crisis? ew, why?" Well, it isn't "fun" work, but someone has to do it. I don't want to sit by idly and simply complain. I want to be part of the solution. Women (and I say women because they are the largest demographic of victims) need to be reminded that there is absolutely no reason for sexual assault. Nothing they did made them "deserve it." I feel like when it comes to this, I'm very good at not judging a person but being empathetic and supportive.
2. The weight loss one- I'm awful! I've actually gained about 3 lbs back. Because I was so busy in June I all but quit the gym. But, now that the online class is over I'm going to make myself go Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. I'm going to make it to my ultimate goal!!!
3. Plan and take honeymoon- We went to Amelia Island. Collectively, Tim and I decided that we simply didn't ever have a honeymoon. While the trip was a FABULOUS trip, it just wan't a honeymoon. We missed the boat 3 years ago, and it isn't something you can just have 3 years late. It's ok though, we still loved vacationing! You can see our recent trip photos from here and here.
4. Trying four new recipes- Well...I haven't hardly cooked since my brother and his family arrived, but I will get back on it. I did however make:

• Oreo Truffles
• Chocolate Cake Balls

5. Blog three times a week- I fail, I know, I know.

6. Student loan- Check!

7. Savings!- Check! 

8. Read 52 books- I think I'm giving up here...but I did just learn about a cool new website: www.goodreads.com

9. Facebook birthdays- This really is a good tool for reconnecting.

10. Visit 12 new restaurants- I'm not sure if we went somewhere new or not...

11. Etsy- Again...not sure when this will ever happen...

Is your summer fun? I hope so! Stay cool and stay safe!

Caturday Saturday: The Calm Before the Storm

The cats were found this morning, chilling under the bed. 

Maybe they are hiding from the kids...or maybe they know what is coming later today: BATHTIME!

Caturday Saturday: Elliot's toy box adventure

The other night after the kids went to bed, Elliot decided she would entertain herself. Luckily, I had the camera out to document the adventure:

Elliot walked over to her boxes of toys and clothing. Yes, earlier that night I had been showing off my cats' wardrobe.

Look at how she points with her paw like a hunting dog. She has something in her sight.

Dig dig dig!

Got it! Green fuzzy.

She took it over to her corner.

She stepped on it some.

Then threw it around.

This is after I threw it to her, she likes to play fetch.

Full on attack mode.

It rolled away after a while.

So she rolled over and zonked out.