Well, you guys. It’s been quite the past few days I’ll tell ya. I’m sitting down now at 7:30 on Monday night, actually finding some free time on my hands, so I figured I’d check in with you all and say “hello!” and tell you how much I’ve missed you. I figured I’d go through whatever photos I have in my phone right now and somehow make a story of a blog post out of them (which is pretty much what I do lately).
However, when I opened up my phone, I realized I have like, no photos that I’ve taken over the past few days (not counting the hundreds of Lucas). Go figure, right? Rather than call it quits though, I actually have a few things on my mind so I figured it would be a perfect time to break out…
A Tangents Post! (Feel free to read Tangents Take 1, Take 2,Take 3, Take 4, Take 5,Take 6, Take 7, Take 8, Take 9, Take 10, Take 11, an Take 12 if you’re bored and feel like it).
-For three nights in a row, starting on Friday, Lucas was NOT having it at bed time. I’m talking full out screaming at the top of his lungs fits…and we hadn’t changed anything. I have no idea what was going on. I assumed maybe his teeth (poor guy), but I just don’t know. Whatever it was, it was just no bueno and I’m hoping we’re in the clear now.
It’s a good thing I love him.
-And in case you’re curious, Lucas is checking out the box of the latest Reebok kicks that I was sent and I’ve gotta tell ya…they’re pretty darn awesome. I shared them on my Facebook page last week.
-Thanks to Ashley posting one a few days ago, I recently discovered the Flipagram app and I’m totally in love with it.
I want to make about 100 more of these.
-On Sunday, we went over to our friends’ Brook & Andrea’s house to watch football and just hang out. It was so, SO nice to get out and just be with friends again for a few hours! We had pizza and snacks (I made these buffalo chicken meatballs…holy spicy but YUM!) and the babes even got to hang out too.
-I’m kinda, sorta obsessed with these Snickerdoodle Larabars.
I received a few of them in the mail last week from the company and wowwwwww. So, so delish.
-My mom gave me one of my favorite apples for Christmas and while I wanted to house the entire thing myself, I was nice and shared with Jay tonight (well, last night, as you’re reading this).
Seriously some of the best chocolate and caramel covered apples I’ve ever had!
-I created a new Pregnancy page on the blog, which makes it much easier to navigate through all 40 of those wonderful weeks.
-So tomorrow starts 2014, eh? Man…doesn’t seem possible. While 2013 was absolutely a fabulous year, I’m really excited for what’s to come in 2014. And while I don’t really do resolutions, I do have one major goal. And that’s to get more sleep. Totally possible…right?
-Do you guys remember last January when Jay and I went out and used one of our City Dining Cards?
As I mentioned before, they really provide a pretty neat element to dining out and allowing you to try new places you might not normally try. Well, for those of you who are local, I have two extra packs to give away!
If you’re local and want to enter to win a Capital Region pack of City Dining Cards, just leave a comment on this post about a restaurant you’d be excited to try!
-Happy New Year’s Eve! Anyone got any fun plans? Anyone wanna make any bets on whether or not I can make it til midnight?
I’m guessing no way
Laurel says
I have been wanting to try mingle and tala. Those cards look really neat, I will have to check out the website. Happy New Year’s Eve!
Jamie @ Dishing Out Health says
Ah I looked for those Snickerdoodle Larabars when you posted them on Instagram and had no luck :( I’m thinking I just need to order online.
Wishing your family the happiest of New Years!… And extra sleep!
Ashley says
I have been wanting to try Tala Bistro!
Shari says
Happy New Year to you and your family! :)
Linz @ Itz Linz says
jonny and i already discussed that we are both perfectly content NOT making it til midnight! haha – we are just having a few friends over for a dinner party, so chances are they won’t make it til midnight either lol
Stacie @ Simply Southern Stacie says
I’m hoping those Snickerdoodle Larabars will be available soon! I bet they are amazing!
My plans are pretty low-key tonight. I’m bowling with the boyfriend and his family.
Jana @ Happy Wife Healthy Life says
New Year’s this year is simply dinner and time with friends! You definitely had an amazing 2013; I love seeing everyone’s recaps! :)
Christine says
Been wanting to try Dave and Busters….
Amy says
That city card has so many excellent choices. I’d choose garden bistro 24. A friend of mine has gone and raved I’d be excited for something different.
Happy new year!
Erica says
I’d love to try the Illium Cafe. My husband and I are always in downtown, but have yet to eat there.
Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says
LOVE your Instagram slide show. Checking out that app now. Have a VERY happy NYE and I’m thinking you will definitely get more sleep in 2014.
Allison says
How do I choose?! So many favorites are listed and so many I’d want to try! I’ll have to pick Mingle. I hope you have a Happy New Year :)
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Happy New Years Eve!!! Babies playing together has to be one of the cutest things ever!
Kari says
I would love to try any restaurant that was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives! Love that show!
Maggie says
I’d love to try Garden Bistro 24. I’ve heard great things about it.
Brittany @ read,run,repeat says
I SO want to try DP brasserie!! Tried to have dinner there tonight, but they are booked until really late!! Those cards are so neat :) Happy 2014 Court!!!
Leigha @ Minougirl says
I want to try that lara bar soo bad! Not to mention that caramel apple… yum!!
sarah @makingitmyhome.blogspot.com says
happy new years!
Patty says
Those cards have so many great restaurants I’ve wanted to try. If I had to pick one though I would have to go with La Serre. Having a card for $10 off would defiantly cut the cost.
Sarah says
I’ve been wanting to try Mingle. I tried a couple new places with the 2013 cards and it was a lot of fun!
Amanda says
I really want to try Lombardo’s. It is one place we always say we are going to try and always end up someplace else!
Sarah @ Blonde Bostonian says
LOVE the Albany Pump Station. I’d love to win the pack to give to my parents. They are always on the look out to try new restaurants in the area. The Merry Monk sounds so good!
EG Gal says
Definitely Lombardo’s….I’m an Italian girl and have heard great things about their food.
Morgan says
Tala American Bistro!
Darci says
There are many restaurants that look good! I have been wanting to try Mingle!
Chelsea @ A Fit LittleOne says
What a great year! Love that Flipagram you made! Um yum, I need to try that Lara Bar flavor ASAP. I’m loving their ALT Lemon bar a lot right now, so it’s probably a good thing I try something different before I burn myself out haha.
Kristi says
I’m not feeling so great, and am wondering if I’ll be able to make it til midnight and how I can crash while having people over. :)
Sanaz@Run for Cake says
I need to find these larabars! I have been dying to try them out for the last two months but can’t find them anywhere :(
Lucas is such a cutie! It could be his teeth or sometimes when they grow it just makes them a little off their A game. My daughter went through a phase like that when she was 6 months old. From dream sleeper to nightmare for two weeks out of nowhere. Just hang in there!
Ali says
There’s no way I’ll be making it until midnight. I’m gonna put the baby to bed and probably hit the hay myself:)
Haley @Cupcakes and Sunshine says
Maybe it’s his new teeth! :) He is such a cutie pie. and snickerdoodle Lara Bars are amazing.
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says
I stayed up way past midnight last night, so I don’t need to again tonight, right? ;)
Heather W says
I’d love to try DP!
Laura says
Been wanting to try out the Illium cafe!
Gracie says
hehe, tangent posts are the best ;)
I just got those Reebok shoes too – I literally cannot believe how comfortable they are. Throwing them on now for a day of walking all around the city!
Happy new year to you and your adorable family! xoxoxo
Kelli-Ann says
Happy New Year! I would love to try 677 Prime.
Ashlee@HisnHers says
I’ve been so obsessed with Flipagram!! I love that you can put music to it.
Claire @ Keeping Up With Claire says
I’m right there with you when it comes to staying up until midnight! I’m going to be seriously impressed with myself if I can do it. My 21 year old self is totally embarrassed by that fact.
Kristin says
Happy New Year! The dining cards look like they include a lot of awesome places! I’ve been wanting to try Barcelona. I’ve heard good things about it. :)
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
Oy, poor Lucas and poor Mama! I’m so sorry. Infant’s Tylenol was our saving grace when Hunter cut his first teeth. Have you tried that? I hope it gets better…
Hope you can get some good rest this week! Hugs!
kristen @ livinlifeinlouie says
Happy New year!! I have a feeling 2014 is going to be an awesome year, I can feel i :)
Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says
Snickerdoodle Larabar sounds amazing. And I love that flipagram! It looks like you had a fantastic year, and I hope you have a healthy, happy 2014!
Becky@TheSavedRunner says
Snicker doodle Lara bars? I need to try those! I admire you so much for working so hard while having a baby! I know you are exhausted all the time! I hope you can get a little more sleep in the new year. :)
Kelly says
I’ve been DYING to go to the Ginger Man because I hear they have EXCELLENT French Onion Soup!! Also, I have never seen a Snickerdoodle Larabar but that could not sound any more delicious and I want it so badly! Happy New Year Almost!
Keri says
I’d love to try Bomber’s! I still haven’t been there…
Ashlee @ A Step in the Right Direction says
Angelo’s Prime Bar & grill!
I love that Wolf’s 1-11 is on there – I love that place :)
Christine says
My boyfriend and I have been talking about getting dinner at Merry Monk, so this would be a great reason to go check it out! Thanks for the giveaway :)
Liz says
I would love to try tala!
Annette@FitnessPerks says
Those larabars sound ahhhhhmazing!!
My baby girl doesn’t love going to bed either–but a binkie usually does the trick. Do you guys use that at all for lucas?
Courtney says
Haha Lucas is not a fan! He took one occasionally around 4-6 weeks but that was about it. Overall I’m glad he doesn’t depend on it, but there are definitely times I wish I could give it to him to calm him down!
Katie says
Is Lucas Confectionery in Troy in the pack? My husband and I have been dying to go there! Happy New Year to you and your family!
Danielle says
I’d love to try out Mingle
Katie says
I would love to try Tala! Just got home from Garden Bistro 24. Flat iron steak is amazing! Happy new year!
Tara@PNWRunner says
Happy New Years to you and your family! 2013 has been a good one for you!! I love following your blog and it has taught me alot. Thank you for that. I have tried to find my own voice through following others blogs that have interested me alot. Lucas continues to get cuter day by day! Have a great New Years. See you in 2014!
Vicky says
I really would want to try Mingle, I’ve heard so many good things about it
Arimey says
Garden Bistro 24 ! It’s so close to me and I’ve heard great things, but still haven’t made it over there.
Lyric says
Lucas is too cute. I did not make it to midnight, whoops.. Happy New Year Courtney!
Nala says
Happy New Years to you and your adorable family! It’s amazing how Lucas has grown – I’m thinking of the days when he was just “Baby Tooth”. I hope he’s feeling much better now. I haven’t tried a Lara bar but after seeing it on here – I’ll be on the lookout for it =)
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
Happy New Year!!! What a year for you and your little family!! :)
Jessica says
I want to try Hollow (DT Albany) and Tala in Latham. Happy New Year!!
Mer says
I’ve never been to Apertivo and have wanted to check it out!
Kristen says
I would love to try Grappa ’72, I have heard good things about it!