Scotland, Continued . . .

I know I'm not doing the weekly photo thing anymore, but wanted to finish up with the rest of the photos from our Scotland trip.  Enjoy!

Beer tasting at our friends' flat - I only had one. Guess which? Hint: it's the 1% alcohol one 6th from the left.

15th century chapels are cool (Rossyln Chapel).

Awesome chapel interior.

Justin checking out the chapel grounds.

This carving is crazy cool.

Edinburgh pregnancy selfie!

Found a great restaurant in Newington for our last night dinner. Leather armchairs, a wee stove, and an NA beer - what more could a pregnant lady want?

Happy lady.

2013, Week #52 (and 1/2)

This is the final week for this project - how exciting!  It actually encompasses a little over a week (December 23-31) in order to finish out the year completely.  Enjoy!

Justin attempting to solve the Christmas rubix cube I got him in his stocking.

Beorn and his rawhide antler.

Reading a new book - a sight to warm his auntie's heart.

And off to Scotland on Boxing Day!  This suitcase epitomizes efficient packing: 7 sweaters, lots of thick socks, jeans, black pants, leggings, underwear, a full toiletry bag, and a bottle of booze - all in a medium-sized suitcase.

Missed this view (Edinburgh Castle from the Grassmarket).

First pub ever visited in Edinburgh, a decade ago (gave it a miss this time).

Justin & Edinburgh Castle - two class acts.

Gorgeous city.

View from balcony cafe at the National Museum (Victorian wing).

Awesome animals at the National Museum.

My favorite carnyx.

Chambers St. is pretty in the rain (good thing).

Favorite present for baby Eleanor from the Edinburgh Christmas market.

A very Happy, Blurry, Sober New Year's from Blackford Hill!

2013, Week #49

It's beginning to look a lot like . . . the holidays around here!  Images from December 2-8:

One of the mantels at the museum, all dolled up.

And another . . .

And another . . . 

And another!

Pile of puppy cuteness.

So dapper.

Can't handle the cuteness.

Finding this in my office = a day in the life of a museum professional.

Fancy pregnancy selfie (after the museum's holiday party, 19 weeks pregnant).

Brisk walk by the water. Love the light this time of day/year.

Found out the baby's sex this week! Based on the teeny tiny fist there in front of the nose, we think SHE'S gonna be a punk rocker.

Christmas mantel at home.

Outdoor lights!

The return of the light hammock.

2013, Week #47

Images from November 18-25 - not many last week.  I expect more in the coming week, with Thanksgiving and all.  Enjoy!

Homemade applesauce (first time - good practice for making baby food!).

My afternoon at work, pre-kids.

Sigh, another rough work night.  ;)

2013, Weeks #45 & #46

Tap, tap, is this thing on?  Just aiming for the finish line now on the 52 weeks of photos.  Here are the ones from November 4-17:

First ever attempt at tiling! The bit around the outlet is kind of a shit show, but the wall plate will cover most of it (we think).

Couldn't get a straight-on shot without sitting on top of the fridge, but here it is mostly done! Next up is grout, caulk, and replacing outlet covers.

Grouting makes everything look way worse . . .

. . . until it makes it look way better. Still some neatening up to do, though.

Love the new backsplash.

Can't. Stop. posting photos of the tile.

Pregnancy selfie at the request of others, I swear!

The end of Labor-in-Vain Road at sunset.

My night is fancier than your night (at The Breakers for a New England Museum Association conference opening party).

Want this bathroom.

Fancy candid.

Work night.

Rough life.

Don't blink. Don't even blink.

Bingo at a local bar.  As the announcer said, "You all know the directions.  It's as simple as it seems."

Triple P - pajamas, puppies, and patio on a warm November Saturday.

East, west, home's best.

Oh, this puppy.