Monday, December 8, 2008
Chainsaw party
This past weekend was spent chopping down the monstrosity of a ficus tree that was polluting our backyard. My father, Dan and Tom came over to help out. I rented a chipper to turn make short work of the whole mess. It used to be the size of the Epcot globe. Now it's about two cubic yards of mulch. Much more overwhelming than anticipated and we're all VERY sore now.
Lucy's first photo shoot
My good friend Tom came over to give Lucy her first photo session.
Click here for the choicest photos.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Lucy's first e-mail
date: Wed, Dec 3, 2008 at 12:48 PM
subject: Hi Everybody!
Hi Everyone! I just wanted to say that it's been nice getting to meet you all. After arriving in St Pete at 6:39am on November 9th, 2008 (weighing only 5lbs, 14oz), I've barely had time to myself. My Oma and Opa and Grandma and Grandpa and Uncles and Aunties and Mommy and Daddy and friends and lots of other people always want to hold me and carry me around. It's quite a cushy lifestyle, I must admit. Between having people carry me everywhere and wiping my dirty backside for me,
I'm pretty spoiled. All I have to do is cry and someone comes rushing to my service. I've got Mommy and Daddy so well trained!
Speaking of Mommy and Daddy, I feel I should mention something about them. After all, it seems as if people only care about me. I feel bad for them. Whenever we go anywhere they get pushed aside so people can point their bright flashing things at me (so annoying). But Mommy and Daddy work really hard and stay up really late just to do my bidding, so they deserve some kudos. So, to Mommy and Daddy, Thanks!
You're doing a heckuva job. But could you please warm up those wipes a bit more? Winter's coming and it's a bit chilly when my diaper is off. Also, can you keep that big furry drooling thing away from me? It keeps licking my head.
Daddy was kind enough to set me up with this e-mail account. Like Grandma, I'm still learning but figuring it out quickly. A few things still confuse me, though. Can anyone tell me what "v1agra" is? And what, exactly, do I need to get enlarged? Oh well, I'm sure I'll learn all about that stuff when I'm old enough for middle school.
That's about all I can do for now. It's been 15 minutes since Mommy last changed my diaper, so I'm about due for another. Plus I'm getting hungry. Maybe if I cry loud enough Mommy will feed me.
TTYL,
Lucy Gregson
subject: Hi Everybody!
Hi Everyone! I just wanted to say that it's been nice getting to meet you all. After arriving in St Pete at 6:39am on November 9th, 2008 (weighing only 5lbs, 14oz), I've barely had time to myself. My Oma and Opa and Grandma and Grandpa and Uncles and Aunties and Mommy and Daddy and friends and lots of other people always want to hold me and carry me around. It's quite a cushy lifestyle, I must admit. Between having people carry me everywhere and wiping my dirty backside for me,
I'm pretty spoiled. All I have to do is cry and someone comes rushing to my service. I've got Mommy and Daddy so well trained!
Speaking of Mommy and Daddy, I feel I should mention something about them. After all, it seems as if people only care about me. I feel bad for them. Whenever we go anywhere they get pushed aside so people can point their bright flashing things at me (so annoying). But Mommy and Daddy work really hard and stay up really late just to do my bidding, so they deserve some kudos. So, to Mommy and Daddy, Thanks!
You're doing a heckuva job. But could you please warm up those wipes a bit more? Winter's coming and it's a bit chilly when my diaper is off. Also, can you keep that big furry drooling thing away from me? It keeps licking my head.
Daddy was kind enough to set me up with this e-mail account. Like Grandma, I'm still learning but figuring it out quickly. A few things still confuse me, though. Can anyone tell me what "v1agra" is? And what, exactly, do I need to get enlarged? Oh well, I'm sure I'll learn all about that stuff when I'm old enough for middle school.
That's about all I can do for now. It's been 15 minutes since Mommy last changed my diaper, so I'm about due for another. Plus I'm getting hungry. Maybe if I cry loud enough Mommy will feed me.
TTYL,
Lucy Gregson
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Thanksgiving 2008
Lucy's first Thanksgiving. I fried my first turkey. Good food, family, beer and fun.Click here for more Thanksgiving pics.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUCY!!
LUCY GRACE GREGSON
5 lbs, 14 oz; 19 inches
Born: 6:39am, Sunday November 9, 2008
Click here for Birthday Pics
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Homo-hating, immigrant fearing Obama supporters
Just because Florida's 27 electoral votes went to Obama last night, don't think by any means that we're a "blue" state. Republicans scored big victories in local and statewide elections and the results for two constitutional amendments can be considered "red" victories.
One amendment was to revert an archaic law that prevents non-citizens from owning property. Most other states have already repealed such laws. Most analysts considered the amendment little more than a formality to bring us up to speed with the rest of the nation. However, Floridians voted against the proposal, thereby reaffirming our anti-immigrant mentality.
The most controversial amendment addressed anti-gay marriage. In years past, numerous states passed such laws and a few have worked their way through various court systems. In our case, we voted YES to define a marriage as only between a man and woman. No other "equivalent" arrangement is constitutional. I'm not going to debate the moral and ethical arguments surrounding gay rights. Quite frankly I don't have the time and I'm not an activist. But personally I don't see how the lifestyles of gay people effect me in any way. Which is why I've always thought any anti-gay initiatives are expensive wastes of time. But apparently I'm in the minority, since the good voters of Florida seem to think differently. Interestingly, for a few years Erin and I lived as "domestic partners," primarily for the insurance benefits offered through her employer. For anyone trying to do so now, GOOD LUCK!
In all, it was undoubtedly an historic election (aren't they all?). And, looking at a map of red vs. blue states, Florida is alone in the southeast with its support of a Democratic president. However, we still have a long way to go before we can be considered a blue state ourselves. There are still strong conservative sentiments and we don't jump to change too quickly. But if the nationwide results are any indication of evolving beliefs and priorities, the next 4 years will be an exciting time. It'll be interesting to see how our collective national psyche tackles this period of change.
One amendment was to revert an archaic law that prevents non-citizens from owning property. Most other states have already repealed such laws. Most analysts considered the amendment little more than a formality to bring us up to speed with the rest of the nation. However, Floridians voted against the proposal, thereby reaffirming our anti-immigrant mentality.
The most controversial amendment addressed anti-gay marriage. In years past, numerous states passed such laws and a few have worked their way through various court systems. In our case, we voted YES to define a marriage as only between a man and woman. No other "equivalent" arrangement is constitutional. I'm not going to debate the moral and ethical arguments surrounding gay rights. Quite frankly I don't have the time and I'm not an activist. But personally I don't see how the lifestyles of gay people effect me in any way. Which is why I've always thought any anti-gay initiatives are expensive wastes of time. But apparently I'm in the minority, since the good voters of Florida seem to think differently. Interestingly, for a few years Erin and I lived as "domestic partners," primarily for the insurance benefits offered through her employer. For anyone trying to do so now, GOOD LUCK!
In all, it was undoubtedly an historic election (aren't they all?). And, looking at a map of red vs. blue states, Florida is alone in the southeast with its support of a Democratic president. However, we still have a long way to go before we can be considered a blue state ourselves. There are still strong conservative sentiments and we don't jump to change too quickly. But if the nationwide results are any indication of evolving beliefs and priorities, the next 4 years will be an exciting time. It'll be interesting to see how our collective national psyche tackles this period of change.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
belly mold
I know you will all think we are crazy, but yesterday we got a plaster mold of my 37 week pregnant belly. We will decorate it after Baby Gregson arrives.
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