Ready for the Cold to Go!!

Like most Cleveland winters this winter has been full of cold days, snow and ice. It's nice to have the change in weather, but it's time for the warmer weather to move it's way in!

As a new homeowner, Pat decided that he wanted to purchase a new snow blower for the winter months. He did his research and found the right one for the job at Sears, just down the street. Once we got it home and he set it up I realized it was not only a snow blower, but the world's largest snow blower he could find. This thing is like a small car (a bit of an exaggeration, but it really takes up a lot of garage space!).

So, we have the snow blower all ready to go - this was back in the beginning of November - and as unpredictable as Cleveland weather is, it did not snow for about a month or so. Pat thought he would never get to use his new toy!

Soon though, things turned and the weather came. The first day we had enough snow he was like a kid on Christmas. He got all bundled up and headed out to clear the drive. After several months and several inches of snow I must say that Mr. Murphy did make a good decision when purchasing his snow blower!

For your enjoyment, here are some pictures of the man in action!

First Post!

I've always wanted to start a blog and I decided that now is the time to get started! It's an exciting time in the world of the Murphys.

We are expecting our first child on August 9th of this year! We are so excited and can't wait to meet the newest Murph! We've been to several doctor's appts and all things are moving in the right direction. Last week we heard a strong heartbeat and by the looks of my belly, the baby is definitely growing and growing!

On March 10th we have a Dr's appt to find out if we are welcoming a baby girl or baby boy!! Once we have the answer - watch out! All of my research and dreaming about the nursery will be in full effect!! I've been saving my Target trips for the "go" date and I'm ready!! We will be moving our guest bedroom to another bedroom that's not in use right now and the current guest room will be the nursery. The baby's room will be great - it has a bay window and a walk in closet for all of the fun clothes & toys she/he will get!

This past weekend I started researching cribs - it's crazy how many are out there and how much information you need to consider. My cousin, Katie, suggested this book: Baby Bargains and it's a godsend! It tells you everything you need to know about getting ready for baby. Even all of the extra stuff out there that you really don't need. It's really been an eye opener and I know I will use it throughout the planning stages.

What a fun, fun time!!