You Know You're Old When...

You know you're old when you start talking about washers. I have been on the hunt for a new washer for some time now. When Tom and I first moved into our home, we were lucky enough to have a washer and dryer included with the purchase of the home. So this is the first time I have had to buy a washing machine. My dryer still works, so I'm not going to replace it. Why pollute the earth more? Plus it doesn't really matter to me if the machines match, as long as they do their job and last me a long time!! Who really comes over to check out your washer and dryer anyways??!!

So, we went to Fry's and looked at the LGs. Those are beautiful washers and dryers! They look so gorgeous!! But I am not usually a person to buy on a whim. Especially on a piece of equipment that cost over $1000! So I came home and began my research on reviews of the latest washers. That's when I got scared! I read so many horrible things about the front loader machines. Things about mold/mildew, machines not working after 3-4 months, machines taking hours to wash one load, etc... The more I read the worse it got, especially about the LGs and the Whirpools. So I sadly put my hopes of getting a beautiful machine to rest and decide to be practical (as I usually am).

I e-mailed those of you that I thought may have recently purchased a new washer to see what brands you had and how you were liking them. To my surprise a good majority of you had already made the jump from a top loader to a front loading machine. (If you don't know what I am talking about then you are too young!) I felt like I was the only one left that had not made the move to an HE machine. SO you guys gave me the courage to make the leap!! Out with the old in with the new technology!! Plus you all had great things to say about your front loaders, especially the LGs...

So, what kind of machine did I end up getting? A Bosch 500 Nexxt Series. Basic white, no real beauty to it, but it was in the mid-range on Consumer Reports and had the least complaints about it online. They didn't have it in stock at Lowe's, (but they did have the one that was $100 more b/c it had silver lining on it) so I have to wait about 2 weeks before I actually get the machine. I hope I made a good choice!

Oh and just for the record, the people at Lowe's and Home Depot said that they haven't received many returns or unhappy LG or Whirlpool customers.

Happy 1st Birthday Jonas!

Jonas you are 1!!  The year flew by!  I tried to enjoy each and every moment.  I knew that it would fly by, but I think it went faster than I expected!  My little Jonas is such a loving cuddly little terror!  He doesn't seem to be afraid of ANYTHING.  He just goes for it.  No concept of fear, hesitation, or anxiety.  Nope, he just goes.    He is soo much fun to be around.  He gives the sweetest kisses with a bite!  He loves to wrinkle his nose at the camera, especially when Tia Fati is taking the picture!

Jonas just LOVES his brother so much!  Jonas isn't walking yet, but he is definitely trying.  He has taken a few steps and Victor cheers him on all the time.  It's hilarious and scary when Jonas grabs on to Victor's back or legs and tries to walk with him.  Of course, Victor tries to shake Jonas off and that just makes Jonas crack up even more.  

Jonas, Happy FIRST Birthday to you!!  I know you are going to love your cake!!  I can't wait to see you all full of frosting!  I won't be trying to make you eat a super healthy cake, we learned our lesson with Victor!!  

"I can't see!!!"

Cutie Pie!  Right before his haircut.

"I'm so cute with my 1st haircut!"

Happy Baby!

"See you carry your baby in one hand and carry the broom in the other!," Victor is teaching Jonas how to clean the house!

My Name is Jonas

A small sampling of Jonas' one year old pictures!! Jonas had some great photos taken!  I felt bad that I hadn't taken him to have any professional photos taken.  Jonas was the perfect model!  He sat still and smiled!  Watch out Tom, a new zoolander is on the rise!  We took the pictures at the park.  The photographer is a friend from church, who has just started up his photographing business.  He was great!!  So if you need any pictures taken give him a call!

Photos by Riz Photography

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