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The Bug...
Emerson -
I love you unconditionally - I really do. And when I think of gifts that babies give their fathers, I often think of cute little crafts made from paper plates or macaroni. Rarely (i.e. never) do I think of "gifts" that require me to spend significant time in the bathroom and alter my diet. But I guess it wouldn't be fair for you to have to endure such experiences yourself and not share them with your Dad. Much appreciated.
Below you'll see my set-up for two straight days...
Thank God for your Mom and her amazing immune system!
I love you unconditionally - I really do. And when I think of gifts that babies give their fathers, I often think of cute little crafts made from paper plates or macaroni. Rarely (i.e. never) do I think of "gifts" that require me to spend significant time in the bathroom and alter my diet. But I guess it wouldn't be fair for you to have to endure such experiences yourself and not share them with your Dad. Much appreciated.
Below you'll see my set-up for two straight days...
Thank God for your Mom and her amazing immune system!
Toilets, a Man's Throne...
Emerson -
I hate to admit it, but if there is one thing I am not - it's handy. I don't have lots of power tools and if I did, I probably couldn't use them. To tell you the truth, I couldn't tell you the difference between a buzz-saw and a jig-saw.
However, sometimes if called to action - I can get the job done. And it's those moments that make me feel good - like a real friggin' man. I had one of those moments recently when I had to replace the toilet seat (we won't tell anyone that I had to replace it because it cracked when I sat on it - thus I joined the Y). Nonetheless, I went to Lowes and as soon as I walked in and smelled the lumber and paint I could feel it - I knew I was about to do something manly. I walked (with your Mom) to the back where the toilet seats were located, and to my amazement there was quite a selection. That's when I learned that there are two pretty standard types of toilet seats - circular and elongated. We needed elongated and we picked-out the perfect seat. I also learned that you better check what you're getting before you purchase it or you may end up with one of those squishy seats, and as fun as that may sound, I think they're kinda gross. I picked our throne, purchased it, and headed back home. True, it wasn't the same as buying some 2x4s to build your own deck, but it still felt good to walk out of such a manly store with a purchase.
We got home, and I went into the bathroom and began doing my business - assembling the new toilet seat that is.
1. Remove the old toilet seat - Check!
2. Assemble/attach new toilet seat to toilet bowl - Check!
3. Clean up mess - Check!
It was as easy as that! 1-2-3! But oh so gratifying.
Emerson, I can only hope you're more handy than I am when you're older, but if you're not - who cares?! I'm confident that when something needs to get done, you'll get it done. If not, you're Mom will probably do it. And if she can't do it - pay someone.
I hate to admit it, but if there is one thing I am not - it's handy. I don't have lots of power tools and if I did, I probably couldn't use them. To tell you the truth, I couldn't tell you the difference between a buzz-saw and a jig-saw.
However, sometimes if called to action - I can get the job done. And it's those moments that make me feel good - like a real friggin' man. I had one of those moments recently when I had to replace the toilet seat (we won't tell anyone that I had to replace it because it cracked when I sat on it - thus I joined the Y). Nonetheless, I went to Lowes and as soon as I walked in and smelled the lumber and paint I could feel it - I knew I was about to do something manly. I walked (with your Mom) to the back where the toilet seats were located, and to my amazement there was quite a selection. That's when I learned that there are two pretty standard types of toilet seats - circular and elongated. We needed elongated and we picked-out the perfect seat. I also learned that you better check what you're getting before you purchase it or you may end up with one of those squishy seats, and as fun as that may sound, I think they're kinda gross. I picked our throne, purchased it, and headed back home. True, it wasn't the same as buying some 2x4s to build your own deck, but it still felt good to walk out of such a manly store with a purchase.
We got home, and I went into the bathroom and began doing my business - assembling the new toilet seat that is.
1. Remove the old toilet seat - Check!
2. Assemble/attach new toilet seat to toilet bowl - Check!
3. Clean up mess - Check!
It was as easy as that! 1-2-3! But oh so gratifying.
Emerson, I can only hope you're more handy than I am when you're older, but if you're not - who cares?! I'm confident that when something needs to get done, you'll get it done. If not, you're Mom will probably do it. And if she can't do it - pay someone.
Christmas Cards...
Christmas and the holiday season is awesome for a number of reasons, but one of our favorites, is receiving all of the cards from friends and family from all over the place!
Normally, our fridge is pretty plain - with a couple magnets and pics and probably a "honey-do" list for me, but at this time of the year it is different - it is covered in Christmas cards! There are cards showing folks' latest exotic travels, cards showing how time has grown children and aged us adults, cards with pictures of new family members or expecting family members, some include their furry family members, and some cards have no pictures at all. Some cards include the standard printed note, some with a more personalized hand-written note, and some with a heartfelt letter summing-up what the year meant to their family (and thank you Dave McGrath - we absolutely loved your letter, we love watching your boys grow up, and we appreciate the service you provide our country - you and your family are often in our thoughts and prayers). Whether they're cards from people we hear from once or twice a year, or from people we see everyday - we love them all!
We keep all the cards with kids/babies at the bottom of our fridge so Emerson can "play" with them and share his toys with them. I have to admit, Graham, Chase, Sebastian and Noel get the most shout-outs, and the creases in their cards prove it, but Evie, Addison, Olivia and Natalia aren't far behind. Nonetheless, Emerson loves them all.
As I conclude, our trees and all of our Christmas decorations have been taken down and stored away in their boxes until next Christmas. However, the cards remain on the fridge! Which is great for two reasons: 1) it is a great reminder of all of our amazing friends and family, and 2) it takes up the space for my "honey-do" list!
Happy 2011!!!
Normally, our fridge is pretty plain - with a couple magnets and pics and probably a "honey-do" list for me, but at this time of the year it is different - it is covered in Christmas cards! There are cards showing folks' latest exotic travels, cards showing how time has grown children and aged us adults, cards with pictures of new family members or expecting family members, some include their furry family members, and some cards have no pictures at all. Some cards include the standard printed note, some with a more personalized hand-written note, and some with a heartfelt letter summing-up what the year meant to their family (and thank you Dave McGrath - we absolutely loved your letter, we love watching your boys grow up, and we appreciate the service you provide our country - you and your family are often in our thoughts and prayers). Whether they're cards from people we hear from once or twice a year, or from people we see everyday - we love them all!
We keep all the cards with kids/babies at the bottom of our fridge so Emerson can "play" with them and share his toys with them. I have to admit, Graham, Chase, Sebastian and Noel get the most shout-outs, and the creases in their cards prove it, but Evie, Addison, Olivia and Natalia aren't far behind. Nonetheless, Emerson loves them all.
As I conclude, our trees and all of our Christmas decorations have been taken down and stored away in their boxes until next Christmas. However, the cards remain on the fridge! Which is great for two reasons: 1) it is a great reminder of all of our amazing friends and family, and 2) it takes up the space for my "honey-do" list!
Happy 2011!!!
Sorry... (A Disclaimer)
Hello there (anyone who reads this blog),
The Amrich Fam has been a bit busy and slack when it comes to the blog - about a month overdo. That being said, we'll probably do some backtracking, so please be patient with us as we get caught up.
Thanks!
The Amrich Fam has been a bit busy and slack when it comes to the blog - about a month overdo. That being said, we'll probably do some backtracking, so please be patient with us as we get caught up.
Thanks!
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