Better Off Than The Scarecrow

"If I only had a brain" was what instantly popped into my head while sitting at the doctor's office last Friday. We had recently caught the end of The Wizard of Oz, so it wasn't that far fetched. The reason you ask??? Well, we were just able to see what looked like a little cocoon in a dark space on the screen and the sono tech told us that the dark spot in that cocoon was in fact the brain of Baby Patyrak! That's right, come early December, the Patyrak family will grow again. Of course, my sister-in-law takes the prize of family expansion before me since she will be delivering twins in October...BUT, since her last name is Steele, we will take the credit for Patyrak expansion. Of course, it is too early to know whether the little cocoon will be a boy or a girl, but everyone weighing in so far has predicted girl. Only time will tell. For now all I know is that something so small can wreak havoc on the system. From the time I get home from work, to the time I go to bed, you can find me laying on the couch comfortably next to Bevo. Bevo doesn't know what is ahead for him, but he is sticking close by me so that he doesn't miss a minute.

Much more to come, but for now we at least know that Baby Patyrak is better off than the scarecrow...and the Tin Man for that matter as we saw the heartbeat.

See what I mean about a cocoon?

The Donald

So, as I was watching the Today Show while getting ready this morning and put the curling iron down as one interview started. Now, Donald Trump has been interviewed plenty of times, but today in particular was a little different. Meredith Viera was interviewing The Donald about the possibilities of him running for President of the United States. I had heard something about this a few weeks ago, but hearing him talk this morning was fascinating. Everyone has an opinion on Donald Trump and they are pretty much polarized. You either love him or hate him. I, for one, love him. I love his honesty. He is confident (sometimes to the point of arrogance) and successful and of course filthy rich...BUT the thing I love the most is his honesty. If he runs for President, he is one candidate that will say exactly what he wants to say and it will be his truth. You won't have to wonder what his stance on issues are. I am not saying that I am 100% on board with The Donald as President, but I do think it would be one heck-of-a campaign. Based on some of the things he shared this morning, I am certainly intrigued to see what comes next. Now, he says he will decide before June...so keep you eyes and ears open for....

THE DONALD 2012

Let's Go Rangers!

If you know me, you know I have ALWAYS love the Texas Rangers! I have been a fan for as far back as I can remember. Of course, since I played 2nd base, I have always taken a particular liking to 2nd base players. Alfonso Soriano, Mark Texiera (before he became a Yankee) & of course now, Ian Kinsler. However, one of my favorite players of all times is Rusty Greer (even though he didn't play 2nd base).

The reason I share this, is that the Rangers are also what brought my husband and I together. Well, my dad set us up, but it all started on April 5, 2006 at a Rangers game. I don't have any pictures from that particular game, but it is safe to assume that the first date went well since we are now married.

Then, on April 21, 2007, I went to the only Rangers game in which I hardly paid attention to the game. That is because when we got there before we went to our seats, the man of my dreams proposed romantically next to a hotdog stand. HA! Then, when we did make it to our seats, 25 of our friends and family were there to surprise me. I was indeed totally surprised!

My mom, niece & nephew trying to keep the secret on the way to the game.

I just saw everyone in the stands!

Fireworks to end a fabulous evening!

We go to a handful of Rangers game each year. The year following the proposal, we got a bunch of ticket offers because Danny had bought a group of tickets. Also, my parents have friends that have season tickets and they offer them to us sometimes when they can't go.

Last year, since opening weekend coincided with our 2nd anniversary, we made a weekend of it. We took a tour of the stadium (which ended up being just the two of us) and then went to the game on Opening Day! SO FUN!

Danny & I in the Rangers dugout right before we each got an autographed baseball. I got Michael Young and he got Josh Hamilton!

Then, we got really brave! We decided that we would take Bevo to dog day at the ballpark. It was so HOT! But, we had a great time!

Our family at Dog Day 2010

Much to the surprise of teams around the country and the excitement of Rangers fans...not only did my team make the playoffs, but they made it all the way to the World Series!!! Thanks to an amazing father-in-law, we got to go to one of the games.

Michael & I tailgating before the game.

I've got my antlers ready!

Danny & his brother with the claw and antlers!

Danny & a hotdog...don't think it's kosher!

Even Elvis was there!

About to go into the ballpark. We may not have won the World Series, but it was such a great experience!

Now, here we are in the start of a new season and the Rangers swept the Boston Red Sox in Opening weekend. Well, tomorrow, April 5, 2011 is our 3 year anniversary...5 years from that first date. And guess where we're going??? That's right, we will be at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington cheering on the Rangers!

So, LET'S GO RANGERS!!!