This weekend, I enjoyed a trip to see the Jim Henson Exhibit at the Smithsonian. I have always loved the grand characters that came from his imagination, but was reminded how much I loved the Muppet Show while I was there.

If you have a chance, I HIGHLY recommend going to see it.

I am stealing the idea of this blog topic from TLC, talking about the choices that our presidential candidates have made for Vice President. I love the idea and am curious who you would pick as your VP if you were running for president.

Or, if you happen to be one of the presidential candidates reading my blog -- feel free to expand on your decision.

Fictional Options:
MacGyver: reasoning - Problem solving ability, loyalty, ass-kicking skill

Real Options (dead or alive):
Colin Powell: reasoning - Verbal ass-kicking ability, military ass-kicking skill, general kick-assedness (it's a word. I used it in a sentence)

My dog, Vader (aka, Bubba): reasoning - as long as you let her sniff your butt, she will bring peace to the world (even congress) through hugs.





Who would be your pick? 

I am 90% sure this picture has been doctored. But, I have heard that sometimes you can see a foot or hand poking out at you when you get far enough along. I am not sure if I'd be excited to see this, or freaked out... what about you?

Yesterday, while at the grocery store, I saw a woman walking with her skirt tucked in to the waistband. It was a very long/flowy skirt, so you couldn't see anything except up the leg a little. However, I found myself wondering if I should mention it to her.

What is the etiquette in this situation?

Is it right for a stranger to point it out in as subtle a way as possible? Or let it go?

I opted to let her know and she seemed thankful. I am still curious what your thoughts are on the topic?

Fun Toy that I had to play with... 

I meant for this post to include a picture, but left the cord for my camera at home.

I am officially now wearing maternity clothes.

The tops I have never minded, some are even kinda cute. But the pants... the pants are bad. BUT... the bad parts are covered by the tops and they are super comfy... so I caved. Thankfully my friend who doesn't lie about what my ass looks like (or any other oddity about clothing) went with me. I tried on MANY MANY styles and we found some that worked. I highly recommend having the friend who won't lie to you about how you look go shopping when trying new things.

Now the few styles I chose will be the clothes I wear from now until birth and beyond. I didn't want to get a huge new wardrobe to use only for a few months... so all of you who see me regularly will get to know my wardrobe pretty quickly.

Things I've Learned This Week
-- You can buy an alcohol detection test for breast milk. (scary thing I never thought would be a necessary item)
-- Since I have been feeling the baby kick more regularly. Apparently she enjoys the Hokey Pokey.
-- She especially likes doing the hokey pokey after I eat non-bland food (even spaghetti sauce).
-- A baby kicking your innards is very distracting. It doesn't hurt (she is still too small), just very distracting.
-- You can register for bras and underwear at the baby store. (I am not sure I'd buy someone a underwear off their registry... too personal of an item)
-- Confirm scary stories about products or techniques with multiple, reliable sources before buying into them.

Things I've Accepted This Week
-- Although maternity pants are still horrible, I am going to need them sooner than later. I ordered 2 pairs and a pair of jeans. (WISH ME LUCK!)
-- The stroller doesn't HAVE to match the carrier.
-- Having the nursery safe is more important than it being cute.
-- You can eat like old people and be happy.
-- I am an XML idiot