I caught Mikayla and Shiloh gazing out the window the other day and it was just so cute. I am glad Shiloh plays nicely with Mikayla (or at least tolerates her). Mikayla has really been into kissing lately and she especially loves to give the dog smooches!
When we first brought Mikayla home Shiloh sniffed her a few times then wondered the opposite direction. She never gave Mikayla much attention, but would run away if we tried to get them close to each other. They lived in the same house, but were hardly friends (or really even acquaintances).
Shiloh sniffing her down for the first time. Not overly impressed!
Don’t be fooled, Shiloh is waiting for the sandwich in Ben’s lap, not the baby!
Then, Mikayla started moving and crawling. Let’s just say that Shiloh was none too happy to have to move about constantly when Mikayla came her direction. Which she did often! She loves the dog (any dog really). They still lived in the same house, but a friendship seemed impossible. Shiloh wouldn’t let her near her for more than a few seconds. Long enough to lick her face and then run away.
Then, Mikayla started eating finger foods. Shiloh loves people food. She will sit and stare at you while you are eating, waiting for just a crumb. Mikayla figured this out quickly and when you turn your back she will sneak Shiloh bites of her food. Shiloh now not only tolerates Mikayla but seeks her out, especially if food is involved. She will even allow Mikayla to pet her and give her Eskimo kisses. It is so sweet. They now live in the same house, tolerate each other, and one might even say are best friends!
Sharing some bacon from Mommy’s breakfast in bed!
Out of all four seasons, fall is by far my favorite. It has been since I can remember. There are so many great things about fall, here are ten of my favorites!
What are your favorite fall moments? I will end with some favorite fall pictures:
Jackson's Orchard Fall 2009
Favorite Halloween Costume - Cave People Fall 2007
Jackson's Orchard Fall 2008
Another look at our costume Fall 2007
Well, we are nearing the end of our Top Ten Lists. Are you sad? Today brings us to one of my favorite lists, my Top Ten Activities.
This is one of my favorite pieces. The painting part is finished, but overall it isn't complete yet. I am hoping to do a mixed-media piece on some old wood with pictures of Africa.
Mosaic made from broken pieces of tile. I made this for my nephew, Tanner's room
Painted flower - acrylic on canvas
Lampshade I decoupaged with old photos from giraffe calendar...can you tell I love giraffes?
Hanging at the lake with her second cousins
Pouty face - I love it!
My sister and her two boys!
This is my goofy husband in nothing but a child's size life jacket. Quite humorous!
Trying to fit into my pea coat...he didn't quite make it.
Goofy husband...enough said!
That’s it, all of my favorite activities in the world. Well, not really all of them, but at least the Top Ten. I think I will go and enjoy one of those activities right now!
These are my Top Ten Favorite Places to be:
Frank Lloyd Wright House built on a waterfall
Ohiopyle Waterfall
Disc golf in Ohiopyle with some great friends
Disc golf woth some of my favorite kiddos! The love it as much as me!
Disc golf in Hartford with the Pavey's
This is kind of cheesy, but it was fun! I love my husband very much. We have been through a lot and have a lot left to go!
1.) Where did you meet?
We met at church youth group.
2.) Who introduced you?
No one really, we just knew each other from church.
3.) What was the first thought that went through your head when you met?
He looks like trouble, but he is awfully cute!
4.) Do you remember what he/she was wearing?
Nope, but I do remember he wore a black long sleeve Adidas shirt with yellow lettering a lot.
6.) How long did you know this person before you became a couple?
3 years
7.) How did he/she ask you out?
We went to MORP (a sock hop type dance at my high school), afterwards a bunch of us came back to my basement to watch movies. Everyone else had left and as he was leaving he asked me to be his girlfriend.
8.) Do you have kids with this person?
Yes, our beautiful MLK (Mikayla Lillian).
9.) Have you ever broken the law with this person?
I mean we speed, does that count?
10.) When was the first time you really liked this person?
In 8th grade I had a huge crush on him, he was kind of a flirt though!
11.) Do you get along with his/her family?
Absolutely, my in-laws are the best. Extended family is questionable though 😉
12.) Do you trust this person?
With my life
13.) Do you see her/him as your partner in the future?
He is my partner
14.) What is the best gift she/he gave you?
My daughter! But if we are talking tangible then probably the “gifts” he gave me for our 10 year anniversary.
15.) How long have you been with this person?
We started dating when I was 16 and have been married for almost five years (five in October)
16.) How well do you know your man or woman?
Better than most.
17.) What features attracted you to him first?
His smile and eyes
18.) Hair color?
Brown
19.) Does he/she let you wear their pants?
I don’t wear his pants, but occasionally will wear his shirts. I pretty much stole the black Adidas shirt from him in college.
20.) Do you have a shirt of hers/his that you sleep in?
See question above.
21.) Does she/he make you happy?
More than anyone else in the world.
22.) Does she/he have any piercings?
Two, kinda. He used to have two holes in his left ear (one he pierced himself), but he doesn’t wear them anymore.
23.) Does she/he have any scars that you know of?
He got bit by the church camp dog on his right leg. He also recently tried to saw his leg off. Not really, but he does have a scar from a sawing accident.
24.) Is she/he Outgoing or Shy?
Both. He interacts with others well, but crowds drain him.
25.) Does she/he sing?
Just ask Stevenson Chapel. The quick answer is no!
26.) Do you like her/his friends?
I love them, consider them my own.
27.) Does she/he have any tattoos?
He wants one, but…let’s not go there.
28.) Does she/he look like their mom?
Nope, more like his dad everyday.
29.) Do you like her/his sisters/brothers?
I love his brother!
30.) What is the most romantic date he has ever taken you on?
Our own private drive-in in his backyard, complete with roasted hot dogs and all my favorite girly movies is a favorite date. He is pretty crafty when he wants to be!
31.) Do you have any nicknames for each other?
Babe is our most common one.
32.) Do you live with this person?
Have since October 2, 2004.
33.) Do you have any pets together?
Yep, our fantastic (for the most part) dog, Shiloh
34.) Where is this person?
Sitting next to me on the couch.
35.) What is your anniversary date?
Dating anniversary was March 26, but marriage is October 2, 2004
Tell me about your love!
My family minus Shiloh
Hello blogging world! Since I follow several (and by several I mean lots) of blogs, I thought it was only appropriate that I start a blog of my own. So…here it is! What do you think? I am not much of a writer and I stay pretty busy, so I can’t make any kind of promises as to how often I will blog. That being said, let me explain my blog title: A Sugar-Mamma’s Thoughts. The title was a joint effort by my husband and I. Here is the explanation:
Sugar-Mamma – I teach kindergarten and love it! Wouldn’t trade my job for anything. My husband stays at home with our baby. Thus making me his Sugar Mamma.
My sweet kiddos at Christmas time!
Sugar – I love to cook and hope to share some of my passions with the blog world.
Mamma – This one is pretty obvious. I am a mother to a beautiful 7 week old baby girl. Mikayla Lillian Kickert! We think she is the most beautiful thing in the whole world, but we are her parents. Judge for yourself. I am also a “mamma” to our dog Shiloh. She is a rescue from the Humane Society, and in my opinion the best dog ever.
My wonderful husband and Mikayla
Mikayla
My other baby, Shiloh
Thoughts – I plan on including anything else random under this category.
I am glad you stopped by my blog. Check back soon for some of my ramblings!