We <3 Swings

For A Great Cause

We became trash diggers in the early morning hours of Sunday. Tada!

Sttttttttttrike

TNT plus C went out bowling on Saturday night.

Game 1

David - 87

TK - 84

Cynders -130

Game 2

David - 94

TK - 87

Cynders -143 TK got a little camera happy tonight.

Oldie but a Goodie

TK and I have always loved to play us some air hockey!

Girls Night In!

On Friday night KJ, E-rock, TK, Tif and I all got together for an evening of fun. We decided to make mini individual pizza for dinner. Enjoyed some of KJ's delicious cupcakes, some drinks and of course healthy stuff like veggies.

Then we settled down in the living room for some boardgames. First up was Apples to Apples, KJ was the champion! Then we played some Scategories after 6 rounds KJ and I were tied so we played a 7th round which I won 10-8.

We had a great time hangin' together chatting and goofing off. Our self-portraits
Tif went a little camera happy
The girls

Sunday Afternoon Delight

The Hennings decided to have a BBQ last Sunday afternoon.

Zoom Zoom

Since none of my partners in crime were available I traveled up to Universal Studios on my own to catch the premiere of the new Fast & Furious movie. Some of the celebs walking the Red Carpet
I was able to grab a couple of them to take photos with before the movie started!

Take 2

Since we had so much fun at the first premiere we decided that we would do it all over again the following Tuesday. I don't much care for scary/horror type movies but TK and D were excited so Paul and I decided to go along for the outing.

This was at a different location than the Watchmen so we scoped out the area... was pretty small and easy to find places we could stand to try and get photos. It was way early and we were all just hanging out talking when we saw "Jason" from Friday the 13th. He was so sweet, asking our names and shaking our hands.

While we were still just milling around before the Red Carpet opened up I saw a guy come out of the parking structure with his hoodie on. I caught his eye and thought "huh, that guy looks so familiar" I elbow TK and demand that TIMDB tell me who it is. She took a moment and then freaked saying OTH! Took us a few minutes to remember his characters name. It was the bartender Owen. He ducked into the smoothie shop and I said we cannot pass this up! So, after he ordered and headed towards the door a little TK in her oh so sweet voice asked if we could pretty please get a quick photo and we would be quiet about it so no one else around us would notice. He said sure, chatted for a moment, and then headed back into the parking garage to go upstairs to the 24-hour fitness.
Finally it was time for the Red Carpet...

At this location we weren't allowed to line up along the perimeter, they shoved everyone into a small little area surrounded with ropes like a pigpen! The men there are mostly trying to get autographs so they can sell them and make money, we just wanted them for ourselves. I couldn't take it after a few minutes so I left and went upstairs into the parking garage so I wouldn't be shoved around. TK and D endured the pushing down on ground level. Paul split his time between the two. TK got marked up by the crazy stalkarazzi!

During the movie we went across the street to Borders to get some coffee and sit for awhile.
After the movie let out we were able to get a few photos with some celebs as they were coming out of the theatre.
Then TK, D and I dropped Paul off to pick up his car and jetted back to the apartment. We watched The BL while Paul talked to his bro and drove home. Another very LATE night but was fun times once again.

Watching the Watchmen, and other Celebs

Monday March 2nd 2009 Trisha, David and I headed up to LA to see the Yellow Carpet Premiere of The Watchmen. We walked up and down Hollywood Blvd. for a bit and happened upon The Mentalist which was shooting a scene. We stuck around and watched for awhile and ended up being able to be "extras" walking around on the street while they completed the scene.

Then we headed over and grabbed a bite to eat. We headed down to the front of the Kodak theatre found a great spot and settled in for the long hall. Slowly stars began to show up about 15min. behind schedule. TK did a great job grabbing shots from our vantage point.

Once everyone was inside we decided to walk around and browse since David had never been up to Hollywood Blvd before. The three of us waited around till the movie let out to see if we could catch any additional photos, or autographs. Unfortunately since it was such a major event and it had been raining earlier they had two different exits which means we missed a good portion of celebs leaving. TK did see a few she wanted to get photos with...

It was then time to head home as it was LATE!

FOUR!!!

TK, D and C went out for an evening of fud at Oscars and Mini Golf this past week. We got there about 25 min before they were going to close. We three goofed off, got passed up by 2 other groups and went the wrong way at one point so we had to loop back around. It was lots o fun though. By the time we got to the 18th hole we realized we were the only ones left other than a couple staff at the Family Fun Center! Opps. Some people cheated for other people but I wont rat them out. That TK is so goofy!After Mini Golf we tried to get a blizzard but the DQ was closed so... TK and C dropped off D and headed to Vons for some drinks. TK and I then headed up to the Rec. Center and talked while swinging. Good Times.

Infertile Myrtle

"Officially" we have been trying to conceive a baby for over 3 years. Obviously we have not been successful. So, this holiday season we got the recommendation to begin an investigation into infertility.

In February we attended an infertility seminar which was required. We went in not knowing what to expect, there were about 7 other couples and a few ladies there on their own. A woman led us through a class which discussed main reasons for infertility, % of couples who overcome their infertility, a list of don't dos (smoke, drugs etc.) and the steps we would begin to find out if our infertility problem is treatable.

Then it was time to get poked and prodded for laboratory tests. We were able to look up a few results online things like Cyndi's blood glucose levels.

This Friday we meet with an infertility specialist to go over the test results and decide if there is any plan of action we can pursue at this time.

Please do not ask specifics of whom is "at fault". Neither of us is at fault. WE are in this together, it is us as a couple who cannot seem to conceive a baby.

We are asking for your support and prayers as we begin a difficult journey. We feel like we are grieving an invisible loss. The options given to us are costly, Cyndi's work only covers 50% and soon she will not even have that coverage. We cannot even explain how difficult it has been coping with the news that we may not be able to be the parents we have always wanted to be.

Trying to Catch our Breath

Friday- I headed up to LA with MIL and SIL to see Rent for Amy's 21st birthday. When I got home Paul and I loaded up some laundry and packed a bag then headed for San Diego.

Saturday- We arrived in SD around 2am, but didn't get to sleep till around 3am. In the morning we got up round 9am ran errands, visited Citibank, had breakfast, ran some more errands, went shopping, did laundry, settled accounts, ordered dinner in, went to church at CVCF with Marc, Tiffany and TK, packed up our stuff and headed back to OC. Morgan called and invited us to Watchmen at 10pm. We made it to Irvine just in time for the previews.

Sunday-Enjoyed Watchmen, talked for a few minutes with Morgan and fam/friends. We finally began our last 30 miles home. We arrived home around 140am. Checked out the apartment for any damage (it was Gizmos first time alone over night) there was none! Then we fell into bed. Got up around 10am showered and headed up to ALH for birthday brunch at Almansor Court. It was Amy's 21st, Christie's 30th and Tootie's 60th celebration extravaganza. There was a good time had by all we enjoyed orange juice, champagne and a wide variety of breakfast and lunch foods. Paul had to take off around 130 to head to work. I headed home to run a few errands and get ready for the week.

We need a weekend to recover from our weekend!

Fetch

Our kitty is part dog. He will play fetch with his mouse on a string and it is one of the cutest things ever. He does it over and over again. Sometimes it takes him a minute because he has to get the circle on the end of the string just right in his mouth.

Good News

1) Today Mair & Papa celebrated their 62nd wedding anniv. Congratulations! 2) Our good friend Jeri had back surgery on Thursday. Everything went well and she is home recuperating. Hope your recovery is swift and as little pain as possible. 3) The Askew's added a new little blessing to their family on Friday afternoon. Welcome to the world Aiden!

Dual

I have signed up for my 3rd annual MS Walk. It is going to be a little different this year as I will run the one in San Diego and hopefully have a team together to do the Irvine MS Walk. The reason for this switch is the SD one is the day before Easter and it would be difficult for anyone who would join my team to go all the way to SD and then have to turn around and head home for Easter Sunday. I would love for any friends to join me at one or the other, or even both if you are up for it.

To sign up for either day go HERE.

BMG!

After seeing waxy people and walking around some of the hotels we headed back to the Hilton to get dressed and eat before heading out to our show for the night.

We went to see the Blue Man Group! SO MUCH FUN! I have not laughed that much in a long time and all of the drumming was amazing. The audience was asked not to take photos during the show so we snapped a quick one before they started. When the show was over we had the opportunity to meet the band. And all of the BMG came out to the lobby to goof around, sign autographs and take photos with anyone who wanted.

Beautiful People

The following day I got up early and went over to iHop to have breakfast with Kelly! It was nice to be able to talk and catch up. Mom got up while I was gone, we then went over to the 1/2 price ticket booth to get show tickets for the afternoon and evening. TK got ready while we were gone and it was off to walk around NY,NY, Piazzo, and Venetian. Mom opted to gamble while TK and I went to Madame Tussuad's. We had a great time hanging with all the waxy people.

'Round Here

After we got settled into the hotel and freshened up a bit we hopped on the monorail and headed to meet up with a friend of TK's who happened to be in Vegas with her man. All of us walked around Cesar's Palace looking at all the fabalous shops. Then we decided to stop by the Bellagio to see their water show. Mom and I were getting hungry by this time so we headed off to Bally's for some dinner while TK and Marie waited for her boy to get done with work. After dinner it was back to the hotel for some slots and drinks.

The Drive

On our way to Vegas it is tradition to stop at the World's Largest Thermometer. So when taking TK to Vegas for the first time of course I had to stop in Baker and take some photos.

Love Day

We slept in late. Paul made dinner reservations at Pirates! Then we went over to Disneyland to spend the rest of the evening.

Grrr!D-land and DCA

Annual Event

Every year we go with the Morgan's to Monster Jam.

A good time is always had! Here's a look at what we saw:

Lackage

Sorry for our absenteeism. We have been busy... some posts to come in the very near future include Monster Trucks, Griffith Observatory, Pirates, Disneyland and Vegas!

We'll be back after these short messages...

I have the BEST husband

I wore my contacts on Sunday with no problems, then halfway through Monday they started to bother me and by the time I was to drive home I was having trouble keeping my eyes open. My left eye in particular was burning badly and very sensitive to light. Even after having my contacts out for a day it was still bothering me greatly. I called my mom and asked if she could mail my glasses which I had forgotten at her house this past weekend, she said she would send them priority which would take a day or two I said that would be fine.

On Tuesday I wore just my right contact to school and had a heck of a day. I was having difficulty keeping my left eye open and it was tearing up quite a bit. I made it through I am not quite sure how I made it home. Once home I noticed my glasses had arrived. My eye hurt so bad I didn't pay much attention to that and just curled up in bed and crashed. When I woke up to go to the gym Paul explained to a very confused me how my glasses got here so fast.

My wonderful husband drove 100 miles to and from SD to get my glasses for me even though he had a migraine, he knew how much pain I was in even though I didn't tell him how bad it really was. Thank You Bubba! You are the coolest.

Celebrity sighting...

For some reason, I never seem to notice celebrities out in public.  I mean it's not like I'm around them all the time, but every now and then someone I'm with will point out someone famous that we walked right by.  I guess I'm just not expecting to see anyone famous out and about.  Tonight I actually noticed someone for myself.  I was picking Trisha up from LAX and as we walked into the parking structure, Kerri Kenney-Silver was waiting for the elevator!  I've been watching her ever since she was on The State and still love her on Reno 911!

Zmoms Update

Mom is getting stronger and faster everyday. Each time she goes to the physical therapist she gets an A+, at least thats what she tells me. Her motion is getting better and last weekend we were even able to go to the mall and see a movie. She did very well and climbed up about a dozen stairs! Huzzah.