True Happiness

Alex is 5 months old now and a barrel of laughs!  He's ALL boy since he finds great humor in simple sounds of flatulence impersonations. 

Donde Esta?

I just cleaned out my closet and have engaged in a self imposed shopping halt. But then, I saw this pretty dress.I so need this dress sported by the always lovely, Halle Berry.  I have searched all over the interwebs for it and cannot find it. Any one know where I can find this dress or something very similar?

Mother's Day

I've always appreciated everything my mom has done for me and celebrated her on mother's day.  She is selfless and loves me unconditionally.  Nonetheless, I didn't expect the fiercely intense love I would have for my son.  My son.  Seems so amazing to write that.  He is only 18 weeks old, but I would kill for him if I had to.  I totally get that "momma grizzly" identity now.  

Being a mother truly is the hardest and most rewarding job ever.  It's not just a cliche.  The only time I sit down many nights is  for nursing or eating dinner, myself.  Sometimes there is a combination of both.  I never know what the morning will hold.  Will Alex wake up at 5 am or 7am?  I have never been known as a morning person, but when he flashes me that gummy smile, the clock stops and the longing of wanting to be fast asleep fades away.  Mother's Day  was one of those mornings.  After Alex's 6:30 am feeding I tucked him in bed with us. How I love those moments, laying next to his tiny being, hearing him breath and the sense that he is so secure knowing that I am there to take care of him.  Alex did get me a gift certificate for a 1 hour massage, but nap time together, gummy smiles, and some laughs were the best gifts ever, but it won't be necessary to return that gift certificate.

You too can be a Princess

The copy is already out!  For those wanting to attempt to look as stunning and classy as Princess Catherine, simply go to Nordstrom and drop $698.

Easter Recap

Photo courtesy of Jeremy King Photography

Proud Grammy

thaKing family celebrated Alex's first Easter in my hometown of London with my mom (aka Grammy, Granny, TBD).  We went to the church I was raised in and it was great to see those old familiar faces and show off Alex in his Easter john john. Despite discovering he can squeal really loudly now, he shockingly did not make a peep during the service.  Afterwards I ate way too much chicken & dumplin's and sweet potato casserole.  Mmmmm good!  But after all, I'm still basically eating for 2. And have you seen this boy? At 4 months he is nearly the size of the 1 year old that lives next door!  Anyway, I think we all had a great day, except maybe Elka since it is monsoon season and she didn't get to chase any birds.  And yes, that is the hat mentioned here.  The picture doesn't do it justice. I think I may have to wear it Friday in salute of the Royal Wedding!