Craigslist

So, I had my first Craigslist experience today. I decided to post that Twin Mattress for free, and within 15 minutes of posting it, I had three people e-mail about wanting it. Who knew people were so eager to take other people's junk! (OK, it isn't junk. It is just in my way and I am willing to give things away to get them out of my sight. )

I even set someone up as backup if they first person falls through. I feel so in control...

Cassie, Darin would be scolding me for not trying to sell it first...this is what I thought when I typed FREE in the info box on my listing. I guess I definitely do not take after my Grandma Snyder.

Something funny for your day

I don't really care much for stand up comedians, because I find then crud and vulgar. However, I love Jim Gaffigan. Here is a clip from the new special that was on Sunday night.

Anyone need/want a mattress?

So, we are still getting the future nursery cleaned out, and that includes getting rid of our mattress. It is a twin sized mattress purchased back in January 2008 and only slept on a few times. It isn't worth out time or effort to store it in a storage place or make room for it in our garage, so we are giving it away.

If you know anyone that wants or needs a FREE twin mattress, box springs, and bed rails, let me know and it is theirs. Thanks!

Don't they realize?

Boobs grow too?? That is what I am wondering about the designers of maternity swimwear.

At my most recent appointment, I mentioned to my Nurse Practitioner that I have been kind of uncomfortable after exercise, even something as simple as going for a walk. So she suggested swimming. I was all for it! I was on the swim team in high school and I always felt good after my workouts. Of course, those were two hours a day, five days a week and I won't be aiming anywhere near that...although I would feel bad ass if I could still do it.

So then begins my search for a swimsuit. I wasn't too worried about it at first. I actually found a really cute tankini and was so excited to get some real exercise in.

Five days later, my new swimsuit arrives. And it fits perfectly...except for the chest. The girls were center of attention. It is common knowledge that your boobs grow when you are pregnant, right? Evidently not.

I went to the maternity store at the Avenue (which I hate but gave it a try) and looked for swimwear there. Number one - nothing cute. Number two - where is the support? I may as well wear a tee shirt with no bra!

Discouraged, I go home and ask Andrew "Would it be totally inappropriate to show up at the Sports*Com in my two piece because it is the only thing that supports 'the girls'?" Lucky for me, my husband is very honest and says, "I would be offended seeing someone's big belly hang out of a two piece. Don't do it."

And so my search continues. If I knew how, I would totally design and sew my own custom maternity swimsuit.

Stuffed Shells

I tried a new recipe that will become a usual in our house now. Just thought I would share:

Stuffed Shells

Only things I changed: I left out the chopped red pepper and used some crushed red pepper flakes and I used ricotta cheese instead of cottage cheese (because I don't eat cheese that is both chunky and liquid at the same time).

Also, two weeks ago I planted a few strawberry plants. So far they are growing strong! No fruit yet (of course) but I am hoping I can keep the plants alive and healthy so see and taste some this summer.