Tin Can Tourist

So remember back in May when I posted on Facebook that Brad and I wanted to buy a Vintage Airstream RV? Well we did this past weekend. We bought a 26 foot 1958 Vintage Airstream Overlander - complete with a 4 burner stove, oven, refrigerator, sofa, dining table, desk, closet, bed, and complete bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink. It is totally rad.

On Saturday Night, my parents took me out to eat for my bday in Southern Indiana and we passed this beauty on the road. The next day on our way back to Atl, we stopped and toured it. After Brad and I dreamed about it for the 8 hour drive home we decided to do something crazy and just get it. It was an incredible steal. The previous owner drove it to Wyoming last summer and was going to again this summer, but he sadly passed away. So we will pick up his dream.

Our plan is to completely redo (redecorate, because as you can see the inside decor leaves much to be desired) the inside and polish the outside. We started our Internet picture Inspiration folder already. (The mechanical parts were replaced last year - so we are in good shape there) Then next June after Brad graduates we are going to go out west for a celebratory trip. I am so pumped! It is going to rock our world. We are going to have to pick it up in September sometime - probably the week of my bro's wedding. We plan on storing it in Indy while we fix it up. We'll have everyone over for a kickoff party once it is shiny and good looking on the inside.

My friend made fun of me at work - she said I wasn't a retired 60 year old and had no business in an RV. But sheesh, I disagree. It is going to be so much fun seeing the world in such a class act trailer. Look 'em up on google - you all should get one too and then we can caravan together.

Yay!

34 Weeks

Sorry this is a little late, considering the fact that we reach 35 weeks in two days. This picture was taken at 34 weeks, 3 days.

We're in the final stretch...I think. It's strange to really have no idea when she'll decide to come. Are we ready? Hmm, do you ever feel ready? It's such foreign territory...the thought of being parents. But we certainly know God's timing was perfect; therefore, He'll equip us.

I'm having more and more Braxton Hicks contractions, which are preparing my body (and the baby) for the "real thing". Her punches and kicks have been more startling and uncomfortable. I think Brian's been nervous a few times (by my big reaction) that labor is starting. Ha. Whoops!

So excited to introduce you to her in November...and vice versa.

Roxie Jane

This past weekend we went to Richmond, Virginia to see our new baby niece Roxie Jane. She is the name sake of Jimmy's grandmother who passed away and she is such a little cutie. We left on Friday and spent an evening at resort (a long overdue anni trip) in VA. I don;t have too many pics because it wasn't as great as we thought, but we still had a fun time.

I thought this pic was funny because it looks like they are doing the same thing. Whenever Jimmy holds a baby they fall asleep on him. He says because He's boring, babies just fall asleep.

Here is Roxie with her Phillies Onesie on....probably dreaming about them winning the world series or something. :-)
I took this as we were driving away. It's sad that they are so far away, but it was so fun to be with them and spend time with Roxie. Looking forward to doing it again soon!

Bonnet Dryer

This evening Brad and I went to the grocery store and made a pit stop at Target and the Beauty Supply Store. I am thinking of cutting my hair an trying to "Marilyn Monroe" it with big poofy curls. A website recommended to use a bonnet dryer with rollers. I found this attachment for 9.99 so I will give it a whirl. Brad decided to play with it first.


Also, please check out this website. Kate Miley had it on her facebook page. I think it is incredible. This mom tries to imagine what her daughter is dreaming and creates the scenes. This one is called "My Precious Pearl". Oh to be creative.


http://milasdaydreams.blogspot.com/

Peanut Butter KELLY Time!!!

Kelly was in town!!! Unfortunately, it was for sad reasons (Rachel's father passed away...she's the bridesmaid who sang in Kelly's wedding). I still can't believe you made that drive by yourself, Kelly...and being pregnant on top of that! Wow. I couldn't have done what you did. Anyway, it was wooooooooonderful for Brian and I to spend time with you. We were together for much of Friday--mainly hanging around at our place to chat, but also going out to eat for lunch and then for dinner with some extended family. This picture was taken at the end of the night, hence why we both look a little sleepy:) Thanks, Kelly, for hanging out with us...we loved seeing you.

Hi from Leah

Leah just wanted to say hi to you all and that she can't wait to see you in November! I can't wait to introduce her to the Suite 240 life :).

FLA Vaca

Today was my first day back to work after a week in Florida. Last Sunday, my family (dad, mom, Andy, and his fiance) drove down to Seagrove Beach, Florida - near Destin on the Gulf. We rented a small house on the beach and it was incredible. We had such a good time relaxing in the ocean and in the pool. This was my 3rd trip to that part of Florida so I knew how beautiful it was, but it Brad's first. Luckily, there was no oil from the big spill either.

Throughout the week we relaxed mainly. Brad and I rented bikes and rode them into the very nearby town of Seaside which is stinking adorable with all the cute cottages. We also went out to eat a couple of times and of course did some local shopping. One night we played putt-putt too. It was so relaxing!

I said relaxing like 3 times.. here is me relaxing.



I took like 300 pictures in 1 week. SO here are a ton of pics....

Brad and my favorite spot these blue chairs that looked over the little cliff to the nice beach.

The view from those chairs...
Our cute little orange beach house for the week.


the walkway down to the beach from our backyard.This place had the coolest bathroom. They wallpapered New Yorker Magazine covers on the wall.
Some peeps pics..



a really cute picture of my hubby that I took.


We rode bikes about a mile to the cutest town, Seaside Beach. Among pastel painted beach cottages, there are a bunch of Vintage Airstreams that are juice bars, a BBQ joint, shaved ice, a cocktail bar, and of course a cupcake shop. Brad and I mentioned a couple months ago about wanting to buy one of these and it was so cool to see one in person!
Sheesh ... I know that was a ton of pictures. Sorry all.

P.S. Chrissie I am working on Leah's present. Sorry it wasn't the first one there like Elijah's :(