Sunday, December 14, 2008

Miss Dewey Decimal

Apparently, if you're looking for a book I'm the chick that can help you find it. Or so he says...

Friday night was M to the Izz-A's work Christmas party. Let me preface this story by saying that I rarely ask Matt what he thinks of my outfit, as we have slightly completely different taste as far as fashion and apparel are concerned. As I've stated before, it's totally okay with him to purchase clothing in establishments that may also happen to sell different types of animal 'feed'.

With that being said, after getting dressed and ready to go, I pranced myself downstairs and decided to ask him if what I was wearing was okay, since it was his work party. Let if be known that I was not loving the outfit I had chosen...something felt a little off. I had on a pink top with what I thought was a cute, khaki-colored fitted jacket with ruffles around the collar, and a pair of trouser jeans. He told me beforehand that it was a casual party. So, I proceed to get his opinion:

Me: Is this okay?

Him: Ummm, yea, it's fine. (Strike 1)

Me: Fine!?

Him: Yeah, it's good. It works.

Me: No...I'm not feeling it either. I think I'm gonna change.

Him: Yeah, try something else. (So quick to agree?! Strike 2)

So I run back to the bedroom and throw on something else (black top with a few sparkles on it, grey sweater, same jeans) and run back downstairs.

Him: That's better. Wear that.

Me: Yeah, the first outfit was kind of.......

Him: Librarian? (Strike 3, you're out buddy!)

Bip, Boom, Bam! There I was, tumbling my way right back down to Humble Town.

Nothing against librarians, but it definitely was NOT the look I was going for and I was in no way prepared for that comment.

Check him out....brushing Kate's hair before we left. One would think that he is possibly trying to make up for an earlier comment.


We ended up having a great time at the party even though Kate was scared of Santa. I had to hold her and sit in Santa's lap for the picture, which did not turn out so well. We're going to try the whole picture-with-Santa-thing one more time later this week.

On Saturday, we went to finish up our Christmas shopping. I always tell Matt that it will be a quick trip. It amazes me that he still falls for it every time. The trip ended up taking the entire day and we didn't get home until after dark.
Here we are chilling out after a long day.
Although you can't tell, the best part about this picture is that M to the Izz-A is wearing a pair of my pajama pants from when I was pregnant. Like I said, you can't tell in this pic......count your blessings people!

And here are a few other random pictures from the weekend in no particular order:




And before I go:
One day this week, I will be sharing a new Christmas tradition that I'm starting with my family. I got the idea from Granny T (Matt's grandmother) and am so excited about sharing it! Before her, I had never heard of doing it and can't wait to begin it this year. I think it's pretty unique, but if you've already heard of it, humor me anyway and tell me how cool it is, and that you've never, ever thought of doing something so amazing with your family on Christmas!


24 comments:

Mrs Anne said...

you.have.the.cutest.family.

:)

your daughter is so sweet... :) her smile lights up the world i bet. :)

happy weekend to you guys! have a great week ahead!

Unknown said...

Precious pictures! When we first started dating my husband said, "You look nice" and I swear I SMACKED him!! UGH..."Nice" is a bad word in our house! :)

Can't wait to hear what the tradition is!

Wearing Mascara said...

Great post about your weekend! Your fam is adorable - I hope that someday I have a family as cute as yours :-)

I am looking forward to knowing about the holiday tradition!

Impulsive Addict said...

Hi Hollie! Thanks for stopping by! I love your blog! It's sooo cute! I'm very new at this and I'm still trying to find my niche. Your baby girl is adorable! Have a great week!

morewineplease said...

No he did not say that!! It cannot be right.. you need to show us pics because outfit number 1 sounds adorable!
The rest of the pics are darling!

Kristy said...

I think that the first outfit sounded cute! Oh well... that is comparable to the kid saying I looked like a cowgirl. (WTH???) Also not the desired look. =)

Where've ya been? I've been missing you! If you haven't been by my blog, I have a baby in a granny wig picture. Need I say more?? =)

Kristy said...

Oh yeah. Kate is soooooo stinkin' cute! I love her Christmas dress!!!

~Mrs. Guru~ said...

Awe, such great pictures! I can't wait to hear about your tradition.

Anonymous said...

Kate is so adorable - I love her Christmas outfits especially the sequined one - super cute!! I think all guys think any ruffles on a shirt = librarian, hee hee.

Kerri said...

Kate looks so cute in all her Christmas wear! What is the tradition????...I am dying to know:-)

Anonymous said...

guys and their fashion sense!!
cute pictures, btw - enjoying your new camera?

Danyele Easterhaus said...

you all are sooo stinking cute~!! i love the little dress...so fun!

LyndsAU said...

yall are so cute! glad you had a great weekend. i suckered hubs into shopping saturday too, it took all day :) we were exhausted-ha! even me!

Jennifer Owens said...

Haha, the librarian comment was hilarious. Was your hair up in a bun too? (o;

Little Kate is so precious! I love her sweet smile!

Lindsey said...

Gorgeous family!!!

Mrs. Nurse said...

wow. and they wonder why we never ask for their advice, ha! you have a beautiful family. I went private on my site, but I would love for you to be able to come by. If you send an email to previousmrsb@gmail.com , I can add you to my subscribers.

Hair Bows & Guitar Picks said...

Great pictures! Love the little present dress...

Unknown said...

I love it when you post pictures, your family is gorgeous. The last one of Kate is precious.

katie lake said...

I'm not sure you can ever hear this enough but your daughter is adorable! I love the pictures you post of her, so friggin' cute!

Katy said...

What a nice little intro. to the story w/ the outfit changes. Sounds like me...isn't it amazing the things that men like or dislike. Sooo funny at times, but not funny when you're about to race out the door...not fun.
Pictures of you guys are darling!

Tara Libby said...

I love her Christmas dress!

Emily said...

I dont think that you could ever look like a librarian.. love the pictures!! the picture by the christmas tree with the package shirt! u dress kate soo stinking adorable:) u are soo very pretty I must add!

Eve said...

I love all the bows on your baby's Christmas outfits. She is a DOLL!

I can hardly wait to find out what this amazing Christmas tradition might be!

PS - If your friend has any questions or wants another f.parent to talk to, she is welcome to email me. =)

Mary Beth said...

Yes, I've learned if I ask Mr. P if an outfit looks okay and there's a long pause, I just head back to the closet 'cause something isn't right!

Can't wait to hear about your new tradition.