The Glucola Martini

Posted on November 17, 2006 by Jonathan

One of the common screening tests during pregnancy looks for gestational diabetes. The test involves drinking a bottle of glucose. One hour later they do a blood draw and determine how your body responds.
The glucose drink has a reputation for being disgustingly sweet. I thought perhaps if the glucola were disguised as an orange martini, Lindsey might enjoy the experience a little more.

Bottoms up!

Blah!

Getting tipsy!

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Baby Clothes & Airplanes

Posted on November 16, 2006 by Jonathan

The collection of baby clothes is growing. Good thing they don’t take up much space. It looks like he’ll be very well dressed.

I’ve always been fascinated by airplanes, and one day I’ll hopefully get an opportunity to take flight lessons. For the time being the baby and I will be day dreaming about the airplanes in the nursery. The plan is to hang them from the ceiling somewhere (but not over the crib!).

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Ray LaMontagne

Posted on November 16, 2006 by Jonathan

Last night Lindsey and I went to see Ray LaMontagne at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle. We haven’t been listening to his music too long, but a good friend at work had some extra tickets and we were the lucky recipients. His music is definitely pretty interesting. He has a very raspy voice that reminds many people of Van Morrison. His songs tend to be a little bit dark, and melancholy at times, but the intensity of his performance makes for a great show.
Ray is an interesting character to watch on stage. During the first few songs he wouldn’t say anything to the crowd, which is typical of him. After a few songs he finally started talking to the audience in a very quite and reserved voice.
I think Lindsey and baby enjoyed the show too, though Lindsey got pretty hungry about half-way through the concert. I guess next time I’ll have to bring along some snacks 😉

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Space Needle + Sweet Charity

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Jonathan

On Saturday evening Lindsey and I celebrated our 8th dating anniversary. We’ve always celebrated our dating anniversaries, even during those couple years in college when we weren’t together. So on Saturday evening we had dinner at the Space Needle and then saw Sweet Charity, starring Molly Ringwald, at the Paramount Theatre.
Of course we had to dress up a little bit:

The beautiful Mrs. King.

It was a little bit misty in Seattle on Saturday, making for a magical view.

Us together on the observation deck.

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Moving Dirt (again)

Posted on October 21, 2006 by Jonathan

Last night Lindsey and I worked on the backyard project for a couple hours. I worked on getting the trim pieces put on the fence, while Lindsey did some work with the wheelbarrow. I can’t believe how much energy Lindsey has considering she’s around 20 weeks right now. Her help is very much appreciated.
Just before sunset we finished setting the last two fence posts that will be used for the gates. This morning I’m off to Lowes to get stain for the fence. I think a trip to Starbucks for a venti americano is in order.

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