Mohammed Ali...?

Hi Friends,
Again, I must apologize for the delay between posts, I have just been out of the swing of things a bit...
Anyhow, It been less than dull around the Harris House...It seems that Avery has given a new meaning to the term "bruiser"- as in-she has been giving them. Yes, I know, It's nearly impossible to believe that my sweet angel child has been acting more like Mohammed Ali, than child of any sort.... She has been practicing her fighting skills on me, Justin, her friends, and anyone else unlucky enough to be in her path. Needless to say, the last few days have been less than joyful. In fact, I think torture-some is a bit more accurate. I'm just glad she didn't take up an affinity for David Beckham while wearing my Cowboy boots- that could have been really ugly, especially for Justin!!

While Mohammed is away, and Avery is around- we have been having some good fall fun. We Spent Saturday unloading wood, and doing some other chores. As you can see, Avery was a tremendous help as she sipped on her tea between supervising Daddy put wood on the porch, and harassing the neighbor's cat. Did I mention the Glamour Girl that visits? Yes, jewels, shades, a good novel, and some gummy bears, and I tell you, the little miss is in heaven.... I'm really in for it.
Have I mentioned that she is a Gemini?
Insane mother? check back later...


Other than the usual drama, we are getting excited for Thanksgiving, and heading down to LA for the occasion. Justin has been torturing himself (as usual) by checking the surf at any available moment, and watching surfing and Scuba diving videos on YouTube. All I can say is that there better be some surf.... Otherwise, I'm not sure he will be on the plane home with us.
All the while, I'm feeling quite large these days, I'm past the six month mark, and due to the latest dealings with Mohammed Ali, I have found myself thinking.... what the hell was I thinking?.... All I can say is the this one will NOT be a gemini, thank god, because I'm not sure I could handle 2!!
I hope everyone has a fabuolus holiday!!! Cheers!
K

We're Back!!!

Hi Everyone,
After what seems like a long departure, we are back!!I apologize for the long delay in a new post, but Justin's humid trip to Costa Rica was less than fabulous for our laptop.Let's just say that it beeps well, and has moved to the computer abyss.

Our trip to Cost Rica did not go quite as planned, but it turned out fine, so that's all that really matters I guess.
To start, I didn't go to Costa Rica, my doctor advised that I not go, so I went and spent the time in LA with my mom, which was really great. Justin did however go with his Dad, and well, had a wet time. It rained for nearly 7 days straight. It was a 100 year event in Costa Rica, and the country was in a state of emergency when they got back. In fact, I think that they are lucky that they got out. Had I gone, and wanted or needed to leave. I couldn't have. The roads were closed, and it was a rainy mess. To top it all off, Justin's dad got sick, and Justin barely got any surf. All I can say is.... I'm so glad I didn't go!!!


My time in LA was great. Avery went to preschool with Debra a few days, and I did yoga, and enjoyed the warm weather and sunshine. I actually read a book- usually something I never have time to do. Needless to say I had a great time. We also did a few tourist-y things with Avery that were really fun. We went to the Santa Monica Pier with Avery and rode the carousel, and Avery did a few of the other kiddie rides which was really great.




Upon our return, it was back to work. And now, all of a sudden it November!!! We had a great Halloween, as you will see from the pictures. Avery started out the day (and went to school as) a Black Cat. However, by the time it was "trick or treat" time, she was over the kitty. We managed another cute "costume" for the evening. Geisha girl?? 2 year old geisha girl- not to sure about that, but who knows. Anyway, she looked cute, had a great time, and got wired on candy-so I guess thats all that really matters. I am proud to say that by some small miracle, we averted the sugar-induced tantrum/metldown that I fully anticipated to endure. Phew!!! Now, I just have to ditch the rest of the candy while she isn't looking...




So that's pretty much it. We are sitting here in the dark like everyone else.... why do we change the clocks again? I promise to post again before New Years.... we are working on another laptop, so it will be a little easier to be at the computer.
Hope everyone is well!
xoxo
Krista, Justin and Blackie (aka Avery)