Almost Complete

I love an organized closet!!! To the right is the perfect painting by Aunt Court.

I took a stab at decorating the walls with this wall art purchased online. The yellow paint is "rubber ducky"...perfect! Ok, so it's only been 5.5 months, but the nursery is almost complete. I've got some more pictures to frame, still need a night stand that can hold books, and would love the finishing touch of a rug in the middle since we've got the worst color of carpet ever...white!!!

I LOVE Darby's room...not necessarily because of the way it looks, but because of the way it FEELS. Her room is full of so much love it's not even funny. The Darbs is one lucky little munchkin that's for sure...I find myself just sitting in the rocker pondering the day's thoughts...just because...

Let me explain...

1. A handmade crib made by Grandpa Z...absolutely beautimus!

2. Bedding/quilt/bed skirt was hand crafted by Nana D'Amico. Her design fit my vision perfectly and looks splendid on the crib!

3. The pillowcases on the rocker were made with love by Aunty T.

4. That once boring, cluttered closet was transformed with the built-ins designed by Tone (Dad) and Grandpa Z. The closet is just full of thoughtful gifts all for the Darbster!

5. The curtains above the crib were hand cut and "crafted" by Grandma Z and Aunty T...I was over 9 months pregnant and didn't have the patience to do such work :)

6. Let's not forget the adorable water colored horse rocker that was painted and framed by Aunt Court. She wants to "instill a love for horses..."

7. Artwork from Darby's Great Great Aunt sits on the white shelves, painted in Germany, by hand, just for Darby. A BIG Piggy bank also rests on the shelf courtesy of Grandma Z. Loose change will be filling that up for years to come I have a feeling...

8. Finally, Great Grandma Mimsy gifted her First Communion Rosary Beads that hang on the wall by the crib. They must be almost 70 years old...

Everything else that fills the room either comes from friends and family, or from mom and dad's hard work...actually, It's been so much fun seeing the room slowly evolve!

To be continued...I'm going to go rock the Darbs to sleep :)

FIRST timers...

Burger night at the O'Club...Darby's first adventure in the restaurant highchair. A big girl thing for sure!!! Darby's first time sitting in her NEW crib...specially made by Grandpa Z! More crib pictures to come...

Darby's first time sitting like a big girl in the Babies R Us cart...she thought that was the coolest!

Darby's first time digging up the grass and mud.
The past few weeks Darby has enriched her little life with some first time milestones, if you will. We've documented these exciting adventures for all to see. Having Darby has brought new light to the way I view the world. Everything is simple, fascinating and TOTALLY new.

Bronco Soccer PRIDE!

November 8, 2009

Today is a great day to be a Bronco. Today is a day of mixed emotions. Today the Boise State soccer team won the WAC Championship game against Nevada, a first for this "established" program. Now it's on to the NCAA Women's Cup.

Blood, Sweat, and Tears comes to mind. The thrill of VICTORY and the AGONY of defeat. That is why we love the game. I think I can speak on behalf of many of my Bronco brethren when I say that hard work, heart and drive was never the reason team's past didn't live the Women's Cup dream. Soccer was our LIFE. We came to Boise State wanting to be a part of something new, something BIG, something we could be proud of! We were Division I College Athletes!

So much has changed since 1999 when I first walked onto what was then the brand new BOAS soccer "practice field." We were sponsored by Diadora at the time...not Nike. We drove out to a multiple field soccer complex to play our home games, no scoreboard, and we were in the Big West Conference....you may have heard of it?? 2001 we joined the WAC. I was a part of the team that experienced some of the worst losses in the history of the program, but we also had some pretty sweet wins! Beating SMU will always stand out! So much changed just in the 5 years I was there...The logo even changed!

Today it is hard not to feel a tad bit envious of the Lady Broncos who are currently living a dream so many past Broncos worked so hard to achieve. I'm definitely happy for the girls who are a part of a successful program. A program I am proud to say my teammates and I helped build. BLOOD, SWEAT, TEARS.

Those 5 years flew by, but they were some of the best 5 years of my life. I'm definitely a part of something big. I'm a part of Bronco Nation as cliche as it may sound. It was so nice to be able to pick up the phone after the game today and talk to a fellow BSU teammate, Molicious #11. It is nice knowing she has some of the same mixed emotions about this VICTORY for our program. It's pretty awesome having teammates...friends for life...who share a bond that can't be matched. Today has been a reminder...

I happened to be playing a game in my old women's league at the exact time the Broncos were beating Nevada. Little Darby was sitting on the sideline enjoying not only the action on the field, but the muddy grass as well. Maybe a future Bronco? I can only hope she has some of the same opportunities and experiences as me. I did get a little sad knowing I would never get another chance to put on that Blue and Orange jersey. Knowing I would never get to play with the ol' teammates in front of a sell out crowd. Knowing I would never go through another preseaon training camp. Knowing I would never get the chance to play in the Women's Cup.

That's OK though. I'm soooo happy for the Broncs and can't wait to see them play this week in the first round. I know how hard they've worked...

THE THRILL OF VICTORY!

It's a great day to be a Bronco...Touche!

Trick or Treat

Happy Halloween from our Darbster! She had a grand time hanging out with all the little Nemos, Puppies, Super Heroes, even a little UPS Man and Max from Where the Wild Things Are. Unfortunately, my camera ran out of batteries.

Anyway, I'm including some shots of our little ladybug along with the funniest video my friend took with her iPhone for Daddy...A perfect example of Darby discovering her voice :) LOVE HER!!!

Pumpkin Patch Fun...

Well, last weekend Darby had her first adventure at the pumpkin patch with her boys John and Wyatt. Obviously, the main reason we went was to take pictures to send to dad but hey, it was a fun Saturday afternoon despite Darby's lack of interest :) There was a petting zoo, hay ride, corn maize and more. Who would have thought such a place existed on this island? It didn't feel much like Fall while walking through the fields in our flip flops, but the pumpkins were beautimus, the sun was shining, and we were surrounded by some great friends. Splendid Saturday.

On another note, today is Darby's 5 month birthday. Time is just flying by! Her first Halloween costume is hanging in the nursery, so stay tuned for updated pictures on more weekend fun!
Gotta Run...
Cheers,
The D'Amico Girls

MMMM....Cake!!

Well, the Darbs once again spent a Saturday with the ladies at a cake making class! Our friend Tracy's mother-in-law was in town for her grandson's birth and since she's the cake making expert they thought it would be fun to have some of us over to eat and bake. Why would we pass up such a thing? Darby of course joined me since we're BFF's and boy did she have a blast...not to mention she met another little boyfriend who is just three weeks old. Ayden. I only baked half a sheet of vanilla cake since I'm the only one at home eating...that would be BAD! The frosting is coconut butter cream...oh so delicious yet very rich. With Halloween right around the corner I thought I would be festive...why not? So, we've got a picture of me frosting the cake...notice the orange border...supposedly you never frost a cake without putting some sort of a border. (I just learned that.) The other shots are of the Darbs hangin' out listening to the gossip, the girl's all decorating away, mom and daughter, and then Darby in her new ladybug jammies reading before bed. She was lovin' her ladybug feet. Too cute! I must add that Darby is at such a fun age right now...laughin' like crazy, rolling around the house, and sucking on her toes. Tony really needs to hurry home!!

"4.5" Month Wellness Exam

Today Darby had her 4 month wellness exam along with her second DTaP. She's only gained an oz since her last visit, which I guess is normal (even though she's been eating like a fiend). Her new weight is 13.7oz...2.1lbs bigger since dad left. 25.25 inches long. The shot was no big deal as the Darbs took it like a pro. I think she wanted to cry a bit but she turned that frown upside down and started giggling before the nurse even had a chance to put the band aid on. I swear, she loves the doctor's office! Little does she know....



She has been such a joy the past two weeks! Dad needs to come home quick because I swear I blink and she either changes or I miss something cool/funny/sweet... Video just isn't doing her justice!