It is so hard to not just post pictures of the view from our apartment all the time. I mean, it seems sort of boring and lame. But, it is just so amazing that sometimes I can't help myself.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Our Amazing View
It is so hard to not just post pictures of the view from our apartment all the time. I mean, it seems sort of boring and lame. But, it is just so amazing that sometimes I can't help myself.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Odds and Ends
If you have been to Maxwell Smart's photo album, you know that he recently went to a family reunion. I thought you guys might also like to see a video from the day.
I've added a couple of new things to the blog. First of all- I put a link to my friend Sarah's weight loss surgery blog on the links list to the right. I also added a weight loss tracker at the bottom for any who are interested in following that saga. And, I'll go ahead and say that the goal of loosing 150lbs is pretty close to arbitrary. It is a nice round number. The last time I was at a weight that would be "normal" for me now - I was in elementary school. I have no concept of what a good normal weight is for me as an adult.
With my last post, I realize that I may have come off as not wanting to talk about my surgery, which isn't really true. It is just that it feels weird somehow to bring it up randomly. I've never walked into a room and said, "Guess what everybody! I'm on a diet!" It isn't that I wouldn't want anyone to know that I'm on a diet or not want to talk about it. I just wouldn't bring it up. Now, I know that major surgery is something that people tend to make a point of mentioning to their friends - but in my head, I'm thinking of it like a diet.
One last thing: I've set up a new photo album called Mommy and Max that will have regular photos of me and Max. The idea is that over time you will be able to see me get smaller and Max get bigger. At this point, I don't think either effect is noticeable, but at some point I'm sure it will be.
I've added a couple of new things to the blog. First of all- I put a link to my friend Sarah's weight loss surgery blog on the links list to the right. I also added a weight loss tracker at the bottom for any who are interested in following that saga. And, I'll go ahead and say that the goal of loosing 150lbs is pretty close to arbitrary. It is a nice round number. The last time I was at a weight that would be "normal" for me now - I was in elementary school. I have no concept of what a good normal weight is for me as an adult.
With my last post, I realize that I may have come off as not wanting to talk about my surgery, which isn't really true. It is just that it feels weird somehow to bring it up randomly. I've never walked into a room and said, "Guess what everybody! I'm on a diet!" It isn't that I wouldn't want anyone to know that I'm on a diet or not want to talk about it. I just wouldn't bring it up. Now, I know that major surgery is something that people tend to make a point of mentioning to their friends - but in my head, I'm thinking of it like a diet.
One last thing: I've set up a new photo album called Mommy and Max that will have regular photos of me and Max. The idea is that over time you will be able to see me get smaller and Max get bigger. At this point, I don't think either effect is noticeable, but at some point I'm sure it will be.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
The Secret
Ok, so it isn't really a secret - I just haven't really made a point of telling people. I think I want to believe that it isn't really a big deal- not worth mentioning. But, I figured it was about time I go ahead and bite the bullet and let the word out.
I had a gastric bypass surgery. For the anatomically curious among you, this is what my insides now look like. There has been a minor complication with a partial bowel obstruction. We are hoping that it is clearing up on its own and in the mean time I'm struggling to find things that I can comfortably eat. I still feel good about my decision. It is important to me to be healthy and I know that these current issues are nothing compared to the long-term health benefits.
So there you have it. Now everybody knows.
I had a gastric bypass surgery. For the anatomically curious among you, this is what my insides now look like. There has been a minor complication with a partial bowel obstruction. We are hoping that it is clearing up on its own and in the mean time I'm struggling to find things that I can comfortably eat. I still feel good about my decision. It is important to me to be healthy and I know that these current issues are nothing compared to the long-term health benefits.
So there you have it. Now everybody knows.
New Years!
Ok, yes I know - it has been a long time since New Years. But I thought you might still like to see the fireworks. We had some people over and watched the show from our apartment.
While I'm playing catch-up - there are updates to a couple of the photo albums.
Around the Sound
Maxwell Smart
While I'm playing catch-up - there are updates to a couple of the photo albums.
Around the Sound
Maxwell Smart
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Max's new best friend / Thanksgiving
We had some friends come over for dinner last night. One of the couples brought their 4 month old golden retriever, Lucia. She and Max really hit it off. She was very gentle with him and mostly laid down to play with him to compensate for being so much bigger.
They were not, however, so gentle with the potty papers...
Max is sleeping so well today. This is the most peace I've had since we got him!
I have uploaded the pics from our Thanksgiving visit with my family to an album. Also, the following video is a squirrel that Sarah made friends with.
They were not, however, so gentle with the potty papers...
Max is sleeping so well today. This is the most peace I've had since we got him!
I have uploaded the pics from our Thanksgiving visit with my family to an album. Also, the following video is a squirrel that Sarah made friends with.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Brandi Carlile and Maxwell Smart
The big news is that Max is home. There are a few more pics in his photo album and here are some videos. He is a very sweet boy and is adjusting well to his new home.
In watching these videos, I realized that we whisper while filming. I'm not sure why...
The reindeer was a parting present from Judy, the breeder.
In other news, Saturday night we got to see Brandi Carlile perform with the Seattle symphony. It was just amazing. Part of it was just her and the Hanseroth twins and they did one song with no amplification. Now, keep in mind - this was in Beneroya Hall which seats about 25oo people. We were in the back (the concert sold out almost immediately). It was so amazing to hear them with no electrons in between her and my ears- and talk about lungs! The orchestral arrangements for her songs were fabulous and the encore was Cohen's Hallelujah which I LOVE. Words just can't describe how amazing it was to hear her belting out Hallelujahes with the symphony backing her up. The good news for all you people that missed out on this amazing concert - it was recorded. When it comes out on CD you should all rush, rush, rush out and buy it because not only was Brandi amazing, but you will also get to hear me. Yes, that's right - it was also my debut. You see, she had the audience sing along on part of a song and I'm sure you will be able to pick my voice out.
Mama, Christy and her friend Sarah came out for Thanksgiving. It was great to see them. I'll post some pics from that soon. I hope everyone else had a great Thanksgiving.
In watching these videos, I realized that we whisper while filming. I'm not sure why...
The reindeer was a parting present from Judy, the breeder.
In other news, Saturday night we got to see Brandi Carlile perform with the Seattle symphony. It was just amazing. Part of it was just her and the Hanseroth twins and they did one song with no amplification. Now, keep in mind - this was in Beneroya Hall which seats about 25oo people. We were in the back (the concert sold out almost immediately). It was so amazing to hear them with no electrons in between her and my ears- and talk about lungs! The orchestral arrangements for her songs were fabulous and the encore was Cohen's Hallelujah which I LOVE. Words just can't describe how amazing it was to hear her belting out Hallelujahes with the symphony backing her up. The good news for all you people that missed out on this amazing concert - it was recorded. When it comes out on CD you should all rush, rush, rush out and buy it because not only was Brandi amazing, but you will also get to hear me. Yes, that's right - it was also my debut. You see, she had the audience sing along on part of a song and I'm sure you will be able to pick my voice out.
Mama, Christy and her friend Sarah came out for Thanksgiving. It was great to see them. I'll post some pics from that soon. I hope everyone else had a great Thanksgiving.
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