8 Months and Counting! #burritobeat2015 Day 57

And for comparative purposes, here's a little #tbt

#burritobeat2015 Days 55 & 56

Look out world! 

We spent the last two days at the DMV licensing another driver in the house. Unfortunately, we are currently experiencing some issues with road rage. Bobbie Burrito inherited the angry driver gene from her not-so-calm father and refuses to let off the horn once she gets behind the wheel. Her puppy brothers are also less than amused with her lack of turn signal usage as they have felt the trauma of a few fender benders. State Farm call center is going to stay busy with this child on the road! 

Sidenote: Moments like this make me realize in 15 short years we really will have to fear for the safety of all other drivers as Bobbie Burrito will legally be in the driver seat. Let's hope she experiences a vertical growth spurt by then or we will also be investing in pedal extensions.

#burritobeat2015 Day 54

Hey Mommy friends - any teething tips?

I'm dying over here!

Bobbie Burrito and I may have had a combined total of 4.5 hours of sleep over the past three nights. People keep telling me a little whiskey will help so I plan on doing a couple shots before bedtime tonight.

#burritobeat2015 Days 52 & 53

A Photographic Timeline of the Weekend

#burritobeat2015 Day 51

Quiz:

How many grandparents does it take to strap a baby in a high chair?

Answer:

2 (on a good day)

Daisy Duke and Grand Puba have mastered the art of team parenting raising 5 of their own and continue to showcase those skills for their grandchildren. 

#burritobeat2015 Day 50

What's that? I can't hear you over the sound of my teeth chattering. 

#burritobeat2015 Day 49

Woman Crush Wednesday! 

Shoutout to all these tias! What fabulous role models for our little Bobbie Burrito......keep it classy ladies!

#burritobeat2015 Day 48

20 by 29.......

My new motto when I go for that dessert at the work potluck or try to raid the pantry at 3 am when Bobbie Burrito thinks it's a completely appropriate time to be awake. My goal is a 20 lb weight loss by the time I turn 29 on May 9th. Totally reasonable but not without effort and motivation. 20 by 29. The countdown is on.

#burritobeat2015 Day 47

Love is a four legged word.

Every child needs a dog and every dog needs a child. There is an unspoken bond between Bobbie Burrito and her puppy brothers. They support, protect, and entertain one another. Watching them interact melts my puppy lovin' heart. I will never have to fear that my daughter will never experience limitless love because I know she already has.   

#burritobeat2015 Day 46

Time. Please. Slow. Down. 

#burritobeat2015 Days 44 & 45

Sergeant Bob has been blessed with two valentines this year - a smokin' hot wife (not pictured) and this little cutie above. P.S We officially have enough hair for a pony tail! 

 Day 1 of swim lessons started with an outside temperature of 4 degrees and windchill below zero. What was I thinking?! Bobbie Burrito and I bundled up in our winter gear and made the trek to the pool. Minus the awkward singing and ridiculous water version of the hokey pokey, playtime in the pool was a success. Our little fishy giggled her way through 30 minutes of splashing fun. Mom even got an extra workout in trying to put on a swimsuit again. I tried to pull off the sweat as pool water. I don't think the other moms bought it. P.S.S. Pictures of lessons will be shared next week when yours truly is on the other end of the camera. 

#burritobeat2015 Day 43

Dinner date with Mom and Dad! Mealtime was preceded by the decision-making process of purchasing hard wood flooring and walking away from the store with much lighter pockets. We hope you enjoyed dinner out on the town, Bobbie Burrito, because the family will be living off of Ramen noodles indefinitely. Sidenote - who wants to volunteer to help a few novice homeowners with a not so little flooring project? We pay in beer, pizza, and hugs.

#burritobeat2015 Day 42

Don't go getting any ideas........

We were FINALLY able to visit with the newest addition in the family of our padrinos de lazo. Between the proud loving parents, super awesome big brother, and tiny perfection I'm holding above, the amount of adorable in this family is seriously off the charts. Bobbie Burrito is only 7 1/2 months old, but I already can't fathom her ever being this little. Baby Parker may have just been showing off for his guests, but his actions from the day lead me to believe he might actually be one of the world's most perfect babies. Eat, sleep, poop, repeat with a rare peep of a whimper thrown in between. Thank you G family for letting us be a part of your happy little world for an evening. Instead of scheduling play dates for Bobbie Burrito and Parker in the future, I may be calling to set something up for Sergeant Bob and 2 year old Liam. The "best buds" seem to be maturing at the same rate!

#burritobeat2015 Days 39, 40, & 41

Day 39:  

Sergeant Bob and I got to revisit our wedding venue for a little afternoon date. A viewing of American Sniper from the theater balcony made for the perfect Mommy/Daddy outing. Added bonus - Grandma Dirt manages said movie theater. Can you say free popcorn? Sergeant Bob sure can.....two large popcorn bags of thanks to Grandma Dirt for free babysitting services!

Day 40:

Bobbie Burrito closet overhaul. We are officially wearing 9mo onesies now - mostly for width rather than height. Family genes are NOT in her favor. It's cute now.....I'm avoiding telling her that will wear off eventually.  Shout out to the Mrs. And CareBear for basically supplying Bobbie's entire wardrobe for her first year of life.

Day 41:

Supplies for winter swim lessons have been purchased. Bobbie Burrito cannot wait to splash her little heart out and though swimsuits this time of year are pretty slim pickings, we were able to ensure she will look mighty adorable in her pink tutu while she does it. Big Boca Bob on the other hand had different purchases to make to prepare for the dreaded day........

#burritobeat2015 Days 37 & 38

A Friday and Saturday summed up in one word.

Bums.

#burritobeat2015 Days 35 & 36

I have reason to believe that our child might actually be a mermaid. Many of you may doubt the reality of the mythical being but the combination between my childhood obsession with a redheaded Disney princess and Bobbie Burrito's evening bath time routine leads me to believe otherwise. This girl is obsessed with the water! Last night she spent over 30 minutes splashing in the tub (supervised of course!) laughing hysterically at literally nothing. Her prune-like skin serves as a timer for tub time and her laughter quickly turns to a temper tantrum the minute I remove her from her aquatic home. 

Her thorough enjoyment of the water led me to do the unthinkable today......

We are officially signed up for swim lessons.

I sadly admit that self confidence regarding my appearance is at an all time low at this point in my life - HOWEVER - I refuse to let my embarrassment prevent me from making memories with my daughter. This is my definition of motherhood.

Do you think it's possible to drop about 50 pounds in a week? NO? Damn.

#burritobeat2015 Day 34

Feliz Cumpleanos Tia CareBear!

To a woman who defines selflessness - an amazing woman with the power,  mind, and strength to tackle every obstacle in this crazy beautiful life. CareBear - it is my prayer that you go to sleep every night with the realization that you are every bit worth the blessings God has given you. The blessing of a house filled with loads of laundry, weeknights consumed with dinner making and doctor's visits, sleepless nights preparing for the stress of the day ahead, and the blessing of endless love from two tiny beings who call you Mommy.

You never cease to amaze me by simply being you.

We love you CareBear. You deserve the happiest of birthdays and so much more.

#burritobeat2015 Day 33

Feeling a little under the weather.....A spike in temperature at about 2am led to a snuggle day with Mom. A good cuddle and appropriately timed dosages of Tylenol (grape flavored for this little diva in training) seem to be doing the trick and we are hoping to be back to our bubbly, spirited self by morning. If not - well I suppose I can find the time to sneak in some more sweet baby snuggles. 

#burritobeat2015 Days 31 & 32

My winter storm emergency kit used to contain two essential items: beer and ice cream. These also happen to be the two primary reasons I have this rockin' body. As Bobbie Burrito and I were out and about gathering necessities for the predicted Snowmageddon, I realized my priorities have somewhat shifted within the last 7 months. My winter storm emergency kit now contains three essential items: beer, ice cream, and diapers. Times they are a changin'.........

The weather man's crystal ball was somewhat accurate for a change and the snow fell continuously through the weekend. Bobbie Burrito and I enjoyed Super Bowl Sunday snuggled up on the couch in our pjs. Her puppy brothers, however, chose the great outdoors rolling around in their own little snow white haven. 

Anybody want to come over around 4am tomorrow and shovel the drive before I head to work? I pay in enchiladas and high fives.