favorite things

I have been ignoring our blog lately because each time I look at it I am reminded of how behind we are. And also because I am enjoying a lazy summer with no school, just trying my best to enjoy being Will's mom, which isn't too hard. This is the first time since I got pregnant with Will that I haven't been working, in school, and worrying about our future. It's nice. Anthony would probably say I still worry about the future, but somebody in this house has to do it and I do the most thorough job. :) Our summer has been going really well so far.

A few weeks ago my friend Susan threw a "Favorite Things Party." I had a great time. Each guest was told to bring three of their favorite items and a favorite food to share. Then we went around and showed off our favorite things. I think what I liked about this party most (besides that fact that I got to talk about some of my favorite things and spend time with friends) is that I feel like I got to know the other girls better in a way that I normally wouldn't. Someday I think I will copy this idea and throw a "favorite things" party of my own, but it will have to be awhile since most of my local friends were at this one.

As soon as I got the invitation I started thinking about my favorite things. Here are a few of my current favorites (and this is by no means an all encompassing list):

Pentel EnerGel Needle Tip 0.5 Pen

I love these pens! They are the perfect thickness, easy to hold and write smoothly. I have made lists just to use these pens.

The Old Testament for LDS Families

I set a goal this year to read the Sunday School lesson each week. I haven't been perfect, but I've done pretty well. I've done a lot better since getting this book. I like the questions it asks, the helpful definitions and general authority quotes. Or maybe it's just the fact that it has pictures...

Smart Ones Orange Sesame Chicken

I have never been a huge fan of microwave dinners, but this meal has changed my life. I love it! I got hooked at the beginning of the year when every store was running sales on their weight loss products. Now I am constantly on the lookout for coupons and sales to justify buying them. I have been trying to come up with a recipe of orange chicken that tastes as good but is also as healthy. I haven't found it yet, so until I do, these guys will keep making their way into my cart.

Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child

Will's sleep schedule has been a roller-coaster (not a good one). For the most part, things have been pretty good for the past few months, but things really turned the corner after I read this book. Whenever we have a set back I pull it out again and it usually has some sort of answer. This book has also convinced me how important sleep is to a person's well-being. I have pridefully resisted naps in the past, but I have since embraced naps and it is wonderful.

Yoga Capris

I love these capris. They are so comfortable and versitle. I am probably too casual and occasionally wear them to the store, but I've seen worse worn publicy by others so I'm going to go ahead and excuse myself. I love that I can wear these to go on walks, clean the house, play with Will, read on the couch, the list is endless...When it comes down to it, I think maternity pants ruined me. I really do get bugged when I have to zip and button.

Anways, to me summer = comfortable and these babies are comfy.

Anthony & Will

I love this picture because they are having so much fun. I couldn't help but smile when I looked out the window and saw this scene. Anthony is a great dad and Will adores him.

And really, how could you not love this little guy?

Well, that's all for now. I'm sure as soon as publish this post I will think of some more favorite things, so I may have to do a follow up post some time in the future. I'm not really into tags and whatnot, but I would be interested to find out what some of you consider your favorite things...so let me know.