Where did you go?

I'm still here, just been busy.

Busy drumming that is!

A Day At Universal Studios Hollywood

We spent the day at Universal Studios. If you buy admission for one day you get the year free, so it was worth it. Even considering that there isn't a whole lot to do there. There are only three rides, none of which are children's rides. There are a quite a few shows to see. Most of the shows have been running for the past 8 years or more. So we spent a good part of the day hugging Nickelodeon characters as you can see here. Of course we spent some quality time with our fav; Mr. Square pants himself! It was a great place to spend the day, have some lunch and stroll through City Walk. For more pics of us having fun at Universal, check out Art's blog.

I'm Ready!

It was a Sponge Bob Birthday party! We celebrated Baz's second B-day at my Mother's house last weekend. I wanted to post a picture of her and my sister jumping around in the Sponge Bob Bounce House, but I wasn't sure if she would like it. We had Sponge Bob cake, a Sponge Bob pinata and Sponge Bob goody bags. We also had a Sponge Bob DVD playing on the TV. It was a lot of fun. Since I had my son, I had been looking forward to throwing parties, and going to parties. It was great, I can't wait till next year.

The Griffith Observatory

The Griffith Observatory opened , free to the public, in 1935, built on land donated by Griffith J. Griffith. The observatory was closed in January 2002 to undergo a 93 million dollar renovation. A second level was added under the main floor to preserve the outside appearance of the observatory. Reopened in November of 2006, the hype resulted in an overflow of visitors. I don't know why. I was disappointed with the exhibits. Nothing exciting or interactive! A 20 minute wait for the shuttle ride there and back, no quick stroller accesses, hidden elevators and small hallways made my visit unsatisfactory. Not exactly a great place to take toddlers. Leonard Nimoy donated a million dollars to open the Event Horizon Theater on premise that shows a short film about the renovations made over the last 4 years. Whup De Do! That's what I get, what can you expect for free admission? This statue of Einstein was the most exciting thing I saw that day.

I finally did it. After dropping out of college 6 years ago, I finally re-enrolled and registered for classes at the local community college. I was only 8 classes away from graduating when I dropped out back in 2001 to go to Pharmacy Technician school. I have been yearning to go back to school, I even dream about it. I know I have a lot on my plate, studying to get re-certified as a pharm tech, then looking for a job, taking classes, cooking dinner taking care of my son... But it'll be great! I'm so scared and excited. I've been wanting this for years, I just hope I don't drop out again.

It's been awhile

After being home with my son for 2 years, I have decided I want to go back to work soon. I've been busy studying to take my Pharmacist Technician Certification Exam, to get re-certified. It has been while since I have posted anything, so I thought I would put up some random pictures of us having fun.

Baz on Christmas enjoying a new toy!


At Gymboree at a Birthday Party last weekend




At the Hard Rock Cafe on New Years Eve!






At City Walk, Hollywood, in an arcade.

Day At The Museum

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles is actually more fun than it sounds. Our son has become fascinated with dinosaurs, so I thought it would be a neat place to take him. There aren't as many dino skeletons as I thought there would be. The museum is currently trying to raise money for a larger dinosaur exhibit. Nevertheless, it was a lot of fun, educational and a great way to spend a rainy Saturday.

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays Everyone!
I just thought it was time to put some pictures of Christmas Trees on my blog.




I hope Baz isn't being naughty!
Santa is watching.

Ho Ho Ho! Merry Christmas!

















Here is another tree.
A Christmas Brownie Tree with M&M's...Mmmmmm.
And Baz looking mischievous near the sweets

Let's All Go To The Movies

We took our 22 month old son to the movies for the first time to see Happy Feet. You never know if it is going to be a good or bad experience when taking a toddler to the movies. Overall, he was really good. But considering that it was a two hour movie, he didn't stand a chance of making it through quietly. It was a really cute movie! Maybe I liked it so much cause it has been years since I've actually been to a movie theater. I told myself I wouldn't try to take Baz to a theater again till was three. However, since Baz is under two years of age, and gets free admission, we will be going to the movies again next month.

Giving and Thanks

Happy Turkey Day Everyone!!! I made a bunch of Turkey Cupcakes to take to my Mom's for Thanksgiving. I'm sure my Brother's will Gobble them up!! They are almost too cute to eat.

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble!

Fun Weekend!

Baz's first time in a bounce house at a baby shower on Saturday. I can't beleive he had to wait 21 months to finally experience a jumper. Bad Mommy.


The family in Camp Snoopy at Knotts Berry Farm on Sunday.

Cool game

You should try this Guess The Logo game. I only scored 40.23%, which is bad considered I'm online almost everyday.

After, check out the slogan generator and movie quote generator. I put links to them on Friday's post (see below).

Arrrrggggg!

Here is my little pirate, off to pillage and plunder. Yo Ho Yo Ho and a bottle of milk. Hope everyone had a Happy Halloween!!!





Spooky!!!
"I have Buried Treasure"

Fun stuff

If you want some fun, random things to do, check out this slogan generator . You can enter a word, or for even more laughs, your name, and end up with something like "Obey your Amber", or "I feel like Amber tonight".

Try the movie quote generator too.

You can even get your quote printed up on a T-shirt.

Down on the Farm

Baz and I went with his school on a field trip to the Underwood Family Farm today. It is such a great place to take kids. We took a tractor ride around the fields, got lost in a corn maze and fed some stinky animals. And they have this really neat goat walk type thing (see below). Watch out for falling goats!

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Blogger is being a butt and wont let me post any pictures, I will have to try again later.

Oktoberfest

We went to two local carnivals last weekend. Ya know, the small, over crowded, over priced deals set up in a park baseball diamond. Such a deal at about $4 a ride per person. Ya right! It is still a lot of fun. Baz enjoys the lights and excitement, and I enjoy the fresh air and occosional $3 beer.

Vegas Baby!

What happened in Vegas doesn't have to stay in Vegas. We had some great, exciting, family oriented fun in Vegas last weekend. We saw Goerge Lopez and I nearly killed myself laughing. We enjoyed a neck aching show at Fremont Street...

Art and Baz were enslaved by Aliens at Quarks Bar and Restaurant...

We had lunch with blue women and borgs ...

Up 108 floors at the top of the Stratosphere Hotel...

Trying not to get dizzy...

Breaking the law by having a child in the casino.

Enjoying an indoor gondola ride, gondolier and serenade included.

Here we saw an attempted suicide by the people crazy enough to ride Insanity!

55 Flash Fiction Friday

We are going to Vegas this weekend. So I am doing my 55 early.

Ode To Vegas:
Twinkling lights as far as one can see. Slot machines for miles to eat up all my money. Showgirls and acts to entertain me endlessly. Rollercoasters and rides in the sky to make me queesy. Dolphins, animals, flamingos and tigers, wax figures of Angelina Jolie. Have as much fun as I can in Sin City.



Planning on riding some coasters.
And playing some slots.











My Fav Las Vegas movie. My trip won't be anything like theirs though.

55 Flash Fiction Friday

In dedication to breast cancer awareness week. Here is my ode to the booby and a picture of Baz when he used to feed off of them. It actually only 33 words not 55, but there isn't much I can say that won't sound too gross.

Ode to the booby:
Life giving milk so warm and so sweet. To feed the young ones to grow big and strong. A bonding experience so loving. A treasured experience that wont last too long. Milk!