I knitted this hat for Noah. It was a super easy pattern and took no time at all.
Notice how long his eyelashes are getting?
Monday, April 28
Friday, April 25
mmmmm....caffeine
What Your Latte Says About You |
 When it comes to what you like, you have your own unique tastes. And people don't really understand them. You can be quite silly at times, but you know when to buckle down and be serious. You have a good deal of energy, but you pace yourself. You never burn out too fast. You're addicted to caffeine. There's no denying it. You are responsible, mature, and truly an adult. You're occasionally playful, but you find it hard to be carefree. You are expressive and friendly, but you are never pushy. |
Wednesday, April 23
Sunday, April 20
2-Months
Dear Noah,
You have developed a substantial roll under your chin that we have to make sure and clean it because we have found some treasures in there.
We started to give you a bottle about once a day. It has been a little hard on me because it shows that you can live a few hours without me. I love our time when you nurse. 
You have been more awake and alert every day. About a week ago, you started really smiling and laughing. It is so much fun to sing with you. Daddy has been teaching you to say words, he swears you say "hi" to him, one word that mommy isn't too thrilled about is the "Booya" that he is trying to make you speak.
You have discovered your hands and your tongue.
You are becoming so strong with being able to hold your pacifier in half the time and wanting to stand up when you are held by your armpits. You have also taken a few swings at your dad and I. Daddy always sways back as if you were giving a strong right hook.
Diaper changes have not been as surprising, we have strategically manuevered around some "sticky situations".
You have been such a good baby, sleeping at least an hour in between each feeding. This has allowed me to get a lot done, although your awake time is becoming more and more each day.
Your hair has started to grow back on the top of your head since daddy brushed it and half of it came out. It was like a dissapearing act, you looked like an old man.
The biggest leap that has happened would be sleeping at night. In the last three days, you have slept 6 hours! I feel like a new and improved mommy. Babywise has been a blessing for our family.
Our family has changed, daddy and I find it rough sometimes to learn and adjust to how we are going to raise you. We are trying so hard to do things "right", like letting you cry yourself to sleep and not coming for you every time you whimper. It is hard because I never like hearing you cry.
Daddy and I decided that I would only go back to work part time, which seems like still too much time away from you. We still have 4 weeks until that has to happen. Daddy has been so great through this decision. You have a great father. He comes home for lunch when he can and reads to you at night from the "Dangerous Book for Boys".
This last month I have changed too. I have gone from being kind of sad to being pretty happy. You have helped with all your smiles and you are still very cuddly. My conversations will never be the same. I cannot go a moment without thinking about you. I don't think that will ever end. It has been hard for me to think of you as getting older. I want you to stay so little. But at the same time every change you make seems like such a victory.
I can't wait for the next month, week, milestone, change in your life.
Today you are 2 months old. The last month has g0ne by even faster than your first. You have changed so much, I don't even know where to begin.
Everyday you have a first
You made your first trip, you were a trooper, it got a little rough because we drove. But once you got back onto your schedule you were great. Auntie Sarah gave us lots of tips on how to make you even happier. Your cousins loved you (Hallie, Abby, unborn Titus, Maya, and Vera). Daddy missed us very much and thought you grew sooo much while we were gone.
Everyday you have a first
You made your first trip, you were a trooper, it got a little rough because we drove. But once you got back onto your schedule you were great. Auntie Sarah gave us lots of tips on how to make you even happier. Your cousins loved you (Hallie, Abby, unborn Titus, Maya, and Vera). Daddy missed us very much and thought you grew sooo much while we were gone.
You have developed a substantial roll under your chin that we have to make sure and clean it because we have found some treasures in there.Bath time is no longer cry time, rather it is a time that you like to let loose. You just lay there and after 2 minutes there is a fountain, enjoyment for all.
We started to give you a bottle about once a day. It has been a little hard on me because it shows that you can live a few hours without me. I love our time when you nurse. You have been more awake and alert every day. About a week ago, you started really smiling and laughing. It is so much fun to sing with you. Daddy has been teaching you to say words, he swears you say "hi" to him, one word that mommy isn't too thrilled about is the "Booya" that he is trying to make you speak.You have discovered your hands and your tongue.You are becoming so strong with being able to hold your pacifier in half the time and wanting to stand up when you are held by your armpits. You have also taken a few swings at your dad and I. Daddy always sways back as if you were giving a strong right hook.Diaper changes have not been as surprising, we have strategically manuevered around some "sticky situations".
You have been such a good baby, sleeping at least an hour in between each feeding. This has allowed me to get a lot done, although your awake time is becoming more and more each day.
Your hair has started to grow back on the top of your head since daddy brushed it and half of it came out. It was like a dissapearing act, you looked like an old man.
The biggest leap that has happened would be sleeping at night. In the last three days, you have slept 6 hours! I feel like a new and improved mommy. Babywise has been a blessing for our family.Our family has changed, daddy and I find it rough sometimes to learn and adjust to how we are going to raise you. We are trying so hard to do things "right", like letting you cry yourself to sleep and not coming for you every time you whimper. It is hard because I never like hearing you cry.
Daddy and I decided that I would only go back to work part time, which seems like still too much time away from you. We still have 4 weeks until that has to happen. Daddy has been so great through this decision. You have a great father. He comes home for lunch when he can and reads to you at night from the "Dangerous Book for Boys".
This last month I have changed too. I have gone from being kind of sad to being pretty happy. You have helped with all your smiles and you are still very cuddly. My conversations will never be the same. I cannot go a moment without thinking about you. I don't think that will ever end. It has been hard for me to think of you as getting older. I want you to stay so little. But at the same time every change you make seems like such a victory.I can't wait for the next month, week, milestone, change in your life.
I love you.
Love, Mommy
Sunday Best
I tried to find a tie for Noah but they don't make ties for babies.
So I made one.
Noah, you look so handsome for church today.
Daddy looked handsome too.
Bitter is a four letter word
I have always wanted to use my blog for mostly positive things but when I was planning my wedding, the one thing I was sure of was my flowers, ranunculus.
To make my long angering story short...
Florist promised me spring flowers from Europe in August.
Florist was a big fat liar.
Florist told me a month before my wedding that she was not able to get me my flowers.
Now every spring I buy myself the flowers I wanted in my wedding and stew about it for a day...errrr... a month.
I will let it go someday.
maybe.
Tuesday, April 15
My Husband... Mr Funnyman
So I tried to get a picture of us using the one armed method, key point, I could not see hubba's face until after the shot. This is what was produced.
and lastly, a funny family photo, we all had the "posed" look, even Noah.
Roll, Roll, Roll yer boat....
Oh man,
Noah has developed some rolls!
Check these out.
Yup, you are getting chunky.
Monday, April 7
Getting to know you...
Who wants to know more about me? All of the internet world of course!
I am sure none of you are interested but who knows, this could be fun and entertaining.
1. What time did you get up this morning?
Hmm... once at 1:30(feeding), and then at 4:30(feeding) and then at 6:30 for the day
2. diamonds or pearls?
Diamonds, I have a wonderful one, but am wearing it around my neck because I am afraid it might scratch Noah.
3. LAST MOVIE YOU SAW?
Some samurai movie Dave was watching, it was boring. Last complete movie? La Vie En Rose, it was good, super long and a little depressing
4. What is your favorite TV Show?
I am with Tams on the office, also Martha Stewart (since I have been home I can watch her. She had cupcake week last week, yum!
5 What do you usually have for breakfast?
coffee, oatmeal or cereal or granola bar.
6. What is your middle name.
Kim Kap Yung, sillies! Why else would I name my blog that?!
7. What food do you dislike?
Lima beans, grosssssss
I also don't care for overcooked soggy veggies. al dente' people!
8. What is your favorite CD at moment?
Noah's Rockabye baby cd - ramones. It is this lullaby cd that covers classics from Led Zepplin to the Beatles.
9. What kind of car do you drive/
My very loyal Blueberry, 94 Honda Civic.
10. Favorite sandwich?
Hmmm.... French Diiiip!
11. What characteristic do you despise?
Selfishness. People need to think of others more often, maybe then they wouldn't make such poor decisions that impact others negatively.
12. Favorite item of clothing?
Any prepregnancy clothes that fit. It is like having a whole new wardrobe!
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go?
Europe, I would love a tour around with the family.
14. Favorite brand of clothing?
It used to be gap but they have gotten a little boring, I also like Old Navy. I haven't gone shopping for real clothes in a year. I will have to get back to you.
15. Where would you retire to?
Somewhere close to my friends, it is sad to be lonely and retired.
16. Favorite birthday?
This last one was pretty hard to beat, I had Noah to share it with!
17. Favorite sport to watch?
Uhhh.... I know this is so weird but, Golf. I love to see the guys stay composed when they make a totally bad shot. I know they are dying inside.
22. Are you a morning person or a night person?
Morning and night. Right now they are all the same.
23. What is your shoe size?
6-7, depending on brand of shoe.
24. Pets?
no pets. I have pet peeves, does that count? One of the biggest? When people tailgate you when you are going 5 over the speed limit. sheesh. I know I am an asian driver but 5 over is a safe speed. Lay off peeps. take a chill pill.
25. News you'd like to share with us?
I always have news to share, but 99% of it is uninteresting.
I wish I owned a craft store that I could craft in all day OR be independently wealthy and have a compound with friends and family where we could hang out all the time and craft or whatever we feel like doing. I would love to have a quilting bee. I ate top ramen for lunch. I have a billion loads of laundry to fold and still a ton more to wash. I have not been peed on by Noah in awhile. I love the smell of Noah's head. ok... done with the news for now.
26. What did you want to be when you were little?
A stay at home mom. (why is it so hard to attain that position now? economy and cost of living is dumb)
27. How are you today?
pretty good, a little tired. Unmotivated to make dinner.
28. What is your favorite candy?
This is a hard one because I love candy with a love that is unhealthy(literally) but when I go to the store I always grab the Red Vines. Good Ole friend we love ye!
29. What is your favorite flower?
Ranunculus
30. What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to?
The day Noah sleeps 8 hours. Oh please let it be in the near future.
33. What are you listening to right now?
My laundry washer running and Noah sighing in his sleep.
34. What was the last thing you ate?
Top Ramen, man I need to eat something healthy.
35. Do you wish on stars?
The last time I did was the night before I was induced. It was more a fist in the air yelling at the star to get the kid out of me. I guess that is still a wish, it came true.
36. If you were a crayon, what color would you be?
I would want to be pale pink, but I would probably be one of those crazy melted together crazy colored crayons because of how quirky my personality is.
37. How is the weather right now?
Very rainy, I mean sheets are pouring down. yuck. spring in the northwest.
38. Last person you spoke to on the phone?
Jeremy, he is fine, in case you wanted to know. :)
39. Favorite soft drink?
Ginger Ale from Mcmennimens or Cherry cola.
40. Favorite restaurant?
El Gaucho, extremely expensive, extremely tasty.
41. Hair color?
black, dark brown.
42. What was your favorite toy as a child?
My red radio that sang a song:
"my name is michal, I got a nickel, I got a nickel shiny and new, I'm gonna buy me all kinds a candy, thats what I'm gonna do."
That was my own theme song and the only toy my brothers didn't destroy by means of direct force or fire.
43. Summer or winter?
I prefer late summer or early fall.
44. Hugs or kisses?
Hugs and kisses, why do I have to choose?!
45. Chocolate or Vanilla?
Chocolate
46. Coffee or tea?
Coffee. I am a loyal fan to you. Ode to coffee.
48. What is under your bed?
Not quite sure. probably a lot of dust.
50. What did you do last night?
went to church, made Dave a Bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich and watched the Simpsons.
51. What are you afraid of?
My husband or son dying before me. I know its selfish but I want to die first.
52. Salty or sweet?
Sweet and salty, like chocolate covered pretzels.
53. How many keys on your key ring?
4
54. How many years at your current job?
3 years.
55. Favorite day of the week?
Any day the whole family is home and we can stay in.
56. How many towns have you lived in?
Lake Oswego, Seoul, Korea, London, Boise, Battle Ground, Vancouver.
57. Do you make friends easily?
I think so, maybe they don't think that I am their friend but I latch on to them and don't let them go until my lovely quirky personality takes them over and they learn to love me. Like an arranged marriage. what? isn't that how everyone makes friends?
Ok. Hope everyone learned a little something more about me, or are now afraid to even come near me. Either way, it is done and out there.
I am sure none of you are interested but who knows, this could be fun and entertaining.
1. What time did you get up this morning?
Hmm... once at 1:30(feeding), and then at 4:30(feeding) and then at 6:30 for the day
2. diamonds or pearls?
Diamonds, I have a wonderful one, but am wearing it around my neck because I am afraid it might scratch Noah.
3. LAST MOVIE YOU SAW?
Some samurai movie Dave was watching, it was boring. Last complete movie? La Vie En Rose, it was good, super long and a little depressing
4. What is your favorite TV Show?
I am with Tams on the office, also Martha Stewart (since I have been home I can watch her. She had cupcake week last week, yum!
5 What do you usually have for breakfast?
coffee, oatmeal or cereal or granola bar.
6. What is your middle name.
Kim Kap Yung, sillies! Why else would I name my blog that?!
7. What food do you dislike?
Lima beans, grosssssss
I also don't care for overcooked soggy veggies. al dente' people!
8. What is your favorite CD at moment?
Noah's Rockabye baby cd - ramones. It is this lullaby cd that covers classics from Led Zepplin to the Beatles.
9. What kind of car do you drive/
My very loyal Blueberry, 94 Honda Civic.
10. Favorite sandwich?
Hmmm.... French Diiiip!
11. What characteristic do you despise?
Selfishness. People need to think of others more often, maybe then they wouldn't make such poor decisions that impact others negatively.
12. Favorite item of clothing?
Any prepregnancy clothes that fit. It is like having a whole new wardrobe!
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go?
Europe, I would love a tour around with the family.
14. Favorite brand of clothing?
It used to be gap but they have gotten a little boring, I also like Old Navy. I haven't gone shopping for real clothes in a year. I will have to get back to you.
15. Where would you retire to?
Somewhere close to my friends, it is sad to be lonely and retired.
16. Favorite birthday?
This last one was pretty hard to beat, I had Noah to share it with!
17. Favorite sport to watch?
Uhhh.... I know this is so weird but, Golf. I love to see the guys stay composed when they make a totally bad shot. I know they are dying inside.
22. Are you a morning person or a night person?
Morning and night. Right now they are all the same.
23. What is your shoe size?
6-7, depending on brand of shoe.
24. Pets?
no pets. I have pet peeves, does that count? One of the biggest? When people tailgate you when you are going 5 over the speed limit. sheesh. I know I am an asian driver but 5 over is a safe speed. Lay off peeps. take a chill pill.
25. News you'd like to share with us?
I always have news to share, but 99% of it is uninteresting.
I wish I owned a craft store that I could craft in all day OR be independently wealthy and have a compound with friends and family where we could hang out all the time and craft or whatever we feel like doing. I would love to have a quilting bee. I ate top ramen for lunch. I have a billion loads of laundry to fold and still a ton more to wash. I have not been peed on by Noah in awhile. I love the smell of Noah's head. ok... done with the news for now.
26. What did you want to be when you were little?
A stay at home mom. (why is it so hard to attain that position now? economy and cost of living is dumb)
27. How are you today?
pretty good, a little tired. Unmotivated to make dinner.
28. What is your favorite candy?
This is a hard one because I love candy with a love that is unhealthy(literally) but when I go to the store I always grab the Red Vines. Good Ole friend we love ye!
29. What is your favorite flower?
Ranunculus
30. What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to?
The day Noah sleeps 8 hours. Oh please let it be in the near future.
33. What are you listening to right now?
My laundry washer running and Noah sighing in his sleep.
34. What was the last thing you ate?
Top Ramen, man I need to eat something healthy.
35. Do you wish on stars?
The last time I did was the night before I was induced. It was more a fist in the air yelling at the star to get the kid out of me. I guess that is still a wish, it came true.
36. If you were a crayon, what color would you be?
I would want to be pale pink, but I would probably be one of those crazy melted together crazy colored crayons because of how quirky my personality is.
37. How is the weather right now?
Very rainy, I mean sheets are pouring down. yuck. spring in the northwest.
38. Last person you spoke to on the phone?
Jeremy, he is fine, in case you wanted to know. :)
39. Favorite soft drink?
Ginger Ale from Mcmennimens or Cherry cola.
40. Favorite restaurant?
El Gaucho, extremely expensive, extremely tasty.
41. Hair color?
black, dark brown.
42. What was your favorite toy as a child?
My red radio that sang a song:
"my name is michal, I got a nickel, I got a nickel shiny and new, I'm gonna buy me all kinds a candy, thats what I'm gonna do."
That was my own theme song and the only toy my brothers didn't destroy by means of direct force or fire.
43. Summer or winter?
I prefer late summer or early fall.
44. Hugs or kisses?
Hugs and kisses, why do I have to choose?!
45. Chocolate or Vanilla?
Chocolate
46. Coffee or tea?
Coffee. I am a loyal fan to you. Ode to coffee.
48. What is under your bed?
Not quite sure. probably a lot of dust.
50. What did you do last night?
went to church, made Dave a Bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich and watched the Simpsons.
51. What are you afraid of?
My husband or son dying before me. I know its selfish but I want to die first.
52. Salty or sweet?
Sweet and salty, like chocolate covered pretzels.
53. How many keys on your key ring?
4
54. How many years at your current job?
3 years.
55. Favorite day of the week?
Any day the whole family is home and we can stay in.
56. How many towns have you lived in?
Lake Oswego, Seoul, Korea, London, Boise, Battle Ground, Vancouver.
57. Do you make friends easily?
I think so, maybe they don't think that I am their friend but I latch on to them and don't let them go until my lovely quirky personality takes them over and they learn to love me. Like an arranged marriage. what? isn't that how everyone makes friends?
Ok. Hope everyone learned a little something more about me, or are now afraid to even come near me. Either way, it is done and out there.
Thursday, April 3
Shrimp Trio
I was at a loss for dinner tonight. In the freezer we had some shrimp so....
I had leftover pasta and I marinated the shrimps in tequila, lemon and garlic and sauteed them.
I made coconut shrimp. (coconut, flour, panko bread crumbs, and cornstarch - Tams, your fave :) )
And Shrimp marinated with rooster sauce, soy, and sesame oil and swaddled in a wonton wrapper.
mmmmmm... shrimp.
Tomorrow- Tammy's granola bars, I think I am going to do coconut chocolate chip bars.
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