Who's the Boss?

The answer is clear- not Tony, not Angela, not Mona... and not even Bruce! THIS GUY. He's definitely the boss!

Pregnancy Dishes for the Non-Pregnant

Shortly after my pregnancy was confirmed, we learned that I had developed gestational diabetes. Ever the caretaker and doting huband/father-to-be, Michael suggested we head to Barnes & Noble to pick up some pregnancy & diabetic cookbooks. 

One of our favorites turned out to be Eating for Pregnancy. It has delicious recipes that were not only great for during the pregnancy, but are used even to this day. I like them because they're 'healthy without being overly healthy'. (Read: I never felt like I was being starved just because I was eating for diabetes) Michael says it's his favorite cookbook, so much that a bulk of our meals come from this book, which says a lot! 

Some of our favorite recipes:

- Black Bean Dip

- Crab Cakes w/red bell pepper sauce

- Salsa Verde

- Vegetarian Curry 

Drop us a line if you'd like any of these recipes. Or better yet, buy the book for yourself- you won't regret it! (Link to Amazon above!)

So... you really want to know what's going on in the household?

The Holy Grail of Boo-Ya!

Well, Max is now regularly giving us the amazing gift of sleeping through the night! (Or as my husband once stated- 'The Holy Grail of Boo-Ya') He usually goes down anywhere from 9:30-11pm depending on his mood and stays in slumberland until approximately 11-12 hours later! It still amazes me to not need to get up at 3am to feed him. After his morning bottle and a little playtime, he's usually ready to go *back* down for another hour or two! This in itself is awesome for both my work hours, as well as hygeine.

We spent a whirlwind day and a half in Brooklyn last weekend with my uncle, aunt & cousins. Jean is doing quite well and has been moved to another facility in Brooklyn Heights. While some words/thoughts still take time, she is progressing remarkably! I couldn't get over how 'Aunt Jean-like' she sounds... guess I'm still not quite sure what I was expecting, but regardless, I was pleasantly surprised. It was so great to finally see and talk to her again. The same goes for my wonderful uncle, as well as my two cousins whom I haven't seen in at least three years. We were also able to re-meet my cousin's wife and their two sons. (This was the first time I've met them and still have yet to meet my other cousin's son!) It was fun to see Max & Toby (Matt & Allison's youngest) stare each other down in baby mode.

We also got to hang out at Matt & Allison's sweet new store, Robicelli's. Check it out, NYC/Brooklyn! They have awesome organic and sinfully delicious stuff. I had the Tuscany sandwich- chicken breast, homemade pesto, smoked mozzarella and oven-roasted organic tomatoes... TO DIE FOR!

Besides to visit the fam, Michael's goal of the trip was to stock up on some school books at a gimongus bookstore (Strand's) in Union Square. He only got through three floors before he ran out of room in his bags & arms to carry! We're hoping to go back again very soon- I'd like to see the store myself!

We were also thrilled to get to hang out with our friend Robyn and her beau, Pete. The three of us met while working at the infamous theatre in Vermont in the fall of '01 and this was the first time we'd seen her since a) we'd started dating, b) gotten hitched and c) had a baby! She's one of those kind of people who just light up your life with her smile and personality and it was so awesome to see her again. And two thumbs up for Pete as well- this was also our first time meeting him! Treat her well Pete, or we'll have to sic Max on you! ;)

Five Months

Hard to believe this little bundle of slobbery-fussy-starting-to-teethe joy was born five months ago today! We go for his next Synagis shot tomorrow morning, so we'll get a weight update then.

It's On!

Okay, you've all been warned.

I said that this year, I was going to hit everyone up for sponsorship for my participation in the Relay for Life.

Well, let the fundraising begin!

You can click here to make a secure, online donation. My goal is to raise $1000 by May 1.

Please me create a world where our children won't have to deal with the struggles of cancer.

Thank you!

Super Bowl Champs!

It was an exciting night to be the Steelers Family that we are! What a game! I don't have any fingernails left! Here's a pic of Max celebrating/waking up from a nap. We enjoyed good food, beverages and the game at our friend Val's place- thanks for the fun night, Val! (More to come soon on our fun weekend in Brooklyn with family!)