Here something you did not need to know about me and Jon: We love carpet.
Yes, yes, I’m quite aware that it is completely and utterly out of style. I’ve heard about its allergenic-nature, its propensity to stain and how some people just can’t stand the look of it.
But, I love it. I love getting out of bed in the morning and your toes just sinking into the nice warm fuzzies right there.
For the last almost-year, Jon and I have been living in a house with zero carpet. We have one 5×7 area rug that is in the living room (and truth be told, was incredibly cheap and therefore not comfortable). Everywhere else is tile. And it’s beautiful tile. It’s easy to take care of and it was super nice when Kody was being potty-trained.
When I get up in the morning though, and my feet hit icy cold rock…Or when Kody is shedding like crazy and instead of the fur just staying where it was so I can vacuum it up, it floats across the floor avoiding the vacuum… Or how I can vacuum, sweep and mop and twenty minutes later, there’s again an invisible coating of dust on the floor…
I’m SO ready for carpet.
We’ve been having some mis-communication with our installer, but it does look like we’re getting carpet put in today and tomorrow. Which means that my house is a complete and utter disaster. Everything is either stacked in the bathrooms, kitchen and laundry room or in the garage. And it has to stay like this for tonight and tomorrow.
Oy.
I told Jon we’re putting our coupons we’ve been saving for dinner out to good use tonight. AND on top of that wonderful news (I love eating out!), I also have a coupon for a buy-one-get-one free at Seattle’s Best Coffee inside Borders! Can we say a Hot Chocolate Trio (bestest hot chocolate in the whole world)? It’s been the most perfect weather for hot chocolate lately – cold, cold, cold! We have officially entered long-sleeve weather. I’m so happy!
Jon and I got some pictures taken with Kody the other day by our fabulous photographer, Sarah Eastwood. And she said I could share them with you! The ones of just me are for my new author pictures. I think I like number 10 the best for that. What do you think? Number 21 has mine and Jon’s vote for our Christmas picture this year. And please excuse Kody. He looks goofy in most of them. 🙂 And the ones where he appears to be attacking me? I think he thought “Smile Kody!” to mean, “It’s time to wrestle!”
Here’s the link! Be sure to let me know what you think okay? 🙂
I'm totally there with you on the carpet. Nothing worse than bare feet on a cold floor in the morning!
As for the pictures, WOW! There are so many great ones to choose from! You look beautiful in all of them, but I'll try to give you the best feedback I can.
Of just you, I think 9, 10, and 30 are my favorites. In 9, you have this really soft, sweet look about you. 10 shows of your fun and friendly side, and in 30 there's a mischevious sparkle in your eyes. Very nice. Love the earrings, btw.
Of you, Jon and Kody, 16 is great. 20 is adorable, but 22 is perfection. All three pairs of eyes really stand out, and it's so clear and in focus… I just love it!
34 is gorgeous of just you an Jon. 48 is Kody at his best. 58 would make a great christmas card (is that the one you liked? I'll have to go back and check.) and 59 is too cute. I love that look that you and Jon are sharing.
Love the dimentions of 62. 70 and 71 are also really nice. And who could resist Kody's "Look at me!" face in 72? Priceless.
Does that help you at all? Lol. There are so many great shots to choose from!
Such wonderful pictures! I love 6 for author photo. :]
I have to say 53 is my favorite photo just becuase the look you're giving Kody is priceless. You can tell he's one spoiled puppy. 😛
Thanks so much for sharing. Good luck with the carpets!
WOW! All of those pictures are just GORGEOUS! I love them all. My favorite just you photo is either 9 or 10. I can't decide between the two! And I love, love, love #67! It's such a cute little family photo of the three of you! 🙂
Also, so agree with the carpet! With hardwood, you have to constantly sweep and always feel little crumbs and stuff under your feet. You don't have to deal with that with carpet! It's always smooth sailing!
Those pictures are phenomenal – they really seem to capture your happiness and joy for life. I love how silly your dog is – our Golden Retriever always adds a "certain spice" to our family pics too. Hope you have a fantastic weekend!
Okay. 10 and 21 are so cute. Personally I liked 56 where Cody was licking Jon's face. So cute. Our puppy gets us ever time!! Thanks for sharing. Your family is beautiful! =) God bless you guys.
I like 9 of you!
Erynn you look so gorgeous! I love 9, 10, 44 (when Kody has his tongue on his nose! rofl!) and 71.
Holy freaking cow…. you are GORGEOUS!! I LOVE ALL the pics. Your friend did an awesome job of you and your little family. =)
Love you!!
~ Jen
Dear Erynn, Jon and Kody,
As your personal photographer, I would like to say:
You can't have a bad photo taken of you!! You just are not capable of it. So, with that being said… it won't matter which one you use for your book cover, holiday greeting cards or something to hang over your fireplace. You guys are beautiful and your darling Kody is such a little ham!!
Love, Sarah