A little of this and that

This is what is happening right now. I love nap time at the Schnelle house...

So, I am sitting here surfing the net while the munchkin sleeps (I wonder how long I have?), doing my normal surfing routine. Email, facebook, blogs, perusing the local school's job listings, etc...., and my thoughts turn to the new Star Trek movie. Thanks to Gabe's brother Michael and his family, we were able to see it last weekend. Totally AWESOME movie. I am not a Trekkie by any stretch of the imagination, but I LOVED this movie. However, one thing is bugging me and I thought I would put it out there...

Winona Ryder??? Really? As Spock's mother??? Are you kidding me?!?!?! Could they not find anyone better to play this part? Potential deal breaker right there. Getting possibly the world's worst actress to play a part of a 50ish year old wife of a Vulcan diplomat. Not convincing. Come on!!

Ok, I digress...

Discovery

I love watching Mia discover new things....

Mia discovers her hand


Tummy Time - she totally hates it. But, the little stinker might actually roll over soon?

Why I Love Spring

It's the time of year that we get to shave Angel. Yes, she is a gorgeous Collie, but man oh man that hair can get overwhelming to take care of. By the time spring starts to peek out of the winter clouds, I start to have meltdowns over this poor girl's hair and my inability to keep up with it. Not to mention tick season makes it all much, much worse. As soon as its warm enough, we head off to the groomer. Much to Gabe's dismay.

Before:

She is such a pretty girl!

After:

Isn't she cute??

Post Edit:

This isn't just for me....it is also to help her feel much more comfortable in the hot Missouri weather.

Ok....its mostly for me. :-)

Carnivore. Vegans Beware.

Recently, we were given an opportunity to buy lots of meat at a discounted price. Chicken, pork and beef. 55 lbs of meat at a smokin' deal (ok, as it turns out, it really wasn't all that smokin').

Plus, I had just bought a large amount of meat from Sam's Club thanks to a gift card from my Dad. Figured since I am not working at the moment, we should take the opportunity to stock up now.

Problem: we have an average fridge with an average size freezer.

So....how do you put approx 100 lbs of meat into a little freezer?



Very, very carefully.....



Post Edit:
We are now the proud owners of a small chest freezer. Much needed.

Why It Is All Worth It

It is so amazing to watch them grow and discover things. Since Mia's grandparents (yes, all 6) are not close enough to see this in person, I must use this forum to share her milestones. Enjoy!

Discovered mobile toys:

first smiles and coo's, even if it was brief and, - ok so I just missed the smile on camera, but it was there!