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Week in Review: Bathing Suits, Balls and Blogging (#115)

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Get you pads and pens ready because it’s time for the Week In Review.

The Week In Review is a list, in its purest form, not of the things you still need to do, but of all the things you have done in the last seven days. It’s an achievement list, an ode to yourself, a celebration of sorts, and a virtual pat on the back or smack on the ass. Wink, wink, nudge, nudge.

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Let’s get listing:

We visited the local library for “Baby and Me” story time. It’s the first class we’ve been to in months, and Ave ran to the reading room quicker than a zombie to brains.

We also ran a bunch of errands like grocery shopping and trips to Breadsmith for free samples, er…I mean loaves of bread and balls of pizza dough.

I signed the tiny dictator up for swimming lessons at our gym, and her first class was last week. She was beyond excited. Her and the Hubby blew bubbles, sang silly songs, kicked their legs, and floated on their backs, while I swam laps a few lanes over. She’s been asking for ‘more pool’ ever since.

Ave went to music class another day, while I got my teeth cleaned and chastised for my lack of flossing. Truth be told, I confessed to my nefarious ways the moment I walked in, so they went easy on me. I puffy heart my dentist. 

Ave and I had multiple play dates last week. We met some friends at an open gym session, where Ave got to do one of her favorite things: shoot hoops. Unfortunately, she was enamored with all the balls and didn’t want any other kids to touch them. Oi.

We hung out with Ave’s bestie another night, one of the few people she will willingly share her toys with, and only sometimes. We’re a work in progress over here; single baby syndrome for sure.

When we weren’t partying like rock stars, we hibernated by the fireplace. Based on her desire to have a fire always and add “more wood” constantly, I’m convinced she’s a pyromaniac. I’m gonna have to keep a close eye on this one. We already knew that though.

For my part, I did a variety of work outs last week, including some sweat sessions on the elliptical in our basement, swimming and weight lifting while binge watching season two of Stranger Things. I’d describe the latter as a little bit Stand By Me with a side of Stephen King’s It and Fire Starter, all to the Pretty In Pink soundtrack. Needless to say, I’m a fan.

As far as cooking goes, I made a batch of sweet and salty trail mix granola. It was as good as I remember, maybe even better. I substituted leftover smashed up crackers for the seeds, and it worked wonderfully. I like any recipe you can tinker and tool with for the better.  

Sweet, salty, crispy, crunchy, chewy, this Trail Mix Granola will make your taste buds dance and your mouth sing.

I wrote a post about surviving the eighteen month sleep regression, where I referenced the male anatomy three times in the first few sentences. What can I say? It’s a gift.

I also did some recipe testing (stay tuned) and picture taking, in the snow because I’m hardcore or perhaps just foolish.

Last not least, I was thrilled to have my post on postpartum depression shared on the She in the CLE blog.

Now it’s your turn. I’d love to hear from you. Link up and get yo’ list on.


 What are three things you accomplished in the last week? Big or small.

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  1. Cora says

    You are the master at many things, but multitasking both Ave’s and your needs at the same time is definitely at the top. Getting your own laps in while she (and hubby) learn to swim…. getting your pearly whites did while Ave gets her jam on…. and then getting your sweat on while catching up on necessary TV. You seriously impress. Yay for all the movement this week, the cooking, and a huge huge congratulations on having your writing shared with more of the world. This makes me so thrilled. The world needs more of it.

    Now I’m off to memorize how you make granola. <3 to you.
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  9. Patricia @Sweet and Strong says

    Wow what a busy week, I think it’s so awesome you’re able to do so many things with Ave like swimming, gym time, and play dates. She’s definitely one active girl. And I hate taking photos in the winter! Everything just looks so much better when taken outside and it’s freezing. I always say I’m going to invest in one of those natural light things, not sure what they’re called….
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  10. Juli says

    Looks like you guys had a pretty busy week in the best way possible! Ave’s posing and her pyromania tendencies crack me up 🙂
    How awesome that you found time to work out, cook and even take pictures. Hardcore, definitely hardcore 😉
    You inspire me to do a little bit more blogging. When you can find the time my reasons not to do it are mere excuses! I need to write a recipe post. But at the moment all I want to do is taking the pictures ;-P
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  12. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    Ave’s swimsuit pose is killing me. And then the look on her face when she’s sitting by the fire… You’ve definitely got yourself quite a big little character there. And holy snap you’ve been busy. I have no idea how you’re able to pack so much stiff into your week, but Ave is definitely a lucky girl to be able to experience so many things so early!
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  13. danielle says

    you seriously nailed the description of Stranger Things. I loved it, we binge watched the 2 seasons recently… around Halloween actually! I remember seeing all the Stranger Things costumes and not getting it, until we finished the season 1 and I was like… oh, yeah. haha!
    swimming classes for Ave!!! how fun! we just finished gymnastics and I decided to try a dance class and Little Gym which is like Gymboree but more musical. she liked the Little Gym and will now go once a week for class then can go for open practice once or twice. I’m pleased with her activities right now. Also, she loves art!! the Children’s Museum has art classes for tots as well so our nanny will take her to those. I’m so grateful to have someone in our life that takes such good care of our little babe, and has a true desire to help her foster her talents and curiosities.
    We are learning how to draw circles and I gotta tell ya, she’s a champ!

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  16. Brittany says

    I loved your post on She in the CLE. It was so poignant and I could feel the words you spoke. You’ve come a long way, and will be a huge help for moms that follow in a similar path. I adore you. I also adore Ave, I just can’t. Like I say this every damn time I comment, but it’s because your kid makes me question who I am. I don’t like kids…I can’t…BUT AVE gives me LIFE. I love her.
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