How Could I Love Someone More?

All pictures taken by Tall Paul (with Nikon gear, he would like me to note).

I've created a MONSTER.

I love to read. I love bookshelves. I love libraries. I love bookstores and the feeling of leaving with a fresh new stack of books to read. I love laying in bed every night with my current book. I love the feeling of having to finish a book. If I could somehow get paid to read, I would.

It is probably not surprising that I wanted to pass on this love of books to my son. I started taking him to story time at the library when he was 2 months old. We have read to him since he was a day old. He had a beautiful stage where he sat quietly on the floor and would "read" books to himself and flip through all the pages.

But now we have reached a new milestone where Paul wants us to read aloud to him. Let me rephrase: Paul demands we read aloud to him. He will find a book from his basket, walk over to one of us, and throw the book in our laps, and make a whining sound that I am pretty sure translates to: READ THIS TO ME NOW LADY. We try to practice saying "please" and then he crawls into our lap for some story time. When the book is over, we exclaim "the end" and close the back cover. We are so stupid. Paul tosses that book right back into our hands and screams, "AGAIN!!" It is possible we read the same book over and over and over again for an hour. An hour people. While I can't be irritated by this little man's love for the written word, I'm wondering how I can just teach a 16 month old babe to read on his own.

Ryan reminds me that this is all.my.fault.

Friday Brain dump!

- I am watching Project Runway on my DVR. I forgot how much I love this show. I missed last season so I am glad this is back on my list

- I used to clean my house every weekend. Now, I don't know the last time I cleaned. The dog hair is build up is making me anxious.

- On that note I wish I could hire a personal assist. To clean my house, do laundry, and answer emails. I need a wife.

- Paul went to daycare this week because Ryan and I were at a work conference. One of those days, our daycare lady took Paul to McDonald's. Gross. I am sure she was just trying to get out of the house but McDonald's? Just gross. I've been pumping him with fruits and vegetables since.

- Speaking of the work conference, one day a large man who I was sitting behind, fell asleep while our instructor was talking. And starting snoring. Loud. I had to go to the bathroom because I was so uncomfortable.

- We only have 2 weekends left before school starts. We have had such a good summer and I've separated myself from work so well, that I can't even imagine going back. I better start thinking about this!

- Anyone have fun weekend plans?

Pinterest!

I've joined the crazy train of Pinterest, and I know it's going to be a great time waster! Here are a couple of things I've found!
I love this dining room! A little busy but filled with books! From here

I need a guest room like this immediately. I love the colors, the nightstand, the chair, and obviously the big READ letters. LOVE!!!! From here

This reading nook looks perfect and peaceful. From here

I needed this wall decal yesterday! It would be perfect when Paul has a big boy room or for a play room! From here

Off to explore more amazing finds!!!

Bad TV. Real Bad.

I watched the Bachelorette for 3 hours last night if you count After the Final Rose. It is 3 hours of my life I can't get back, but I just can't stop. I was happy Ashley picked JP since he seemed like the top runner from the start.
Plus, it was who Reality Steve told me was going to win. However, Ben did grow on me throughout the season and I thought his reaction to being dumped on National TV was pretty legit. I am a little shocked that she let him get through his entire proposal without stopping him. A bit Ashley.

What will I do on my Monday nights now that this riveting piece of television is over? Oh yes. This,
Looks like a perfect train wreck.