Plaza de Pieroni

He's Here!!!!!

2009-07-30T11:58:00.002-05:00

Unless you live under a rock in Timbuktu or don't have access to the world wide web, then you probably know that Evan made his debut Monday night at 6:47 p.m.!!!!! He's here, he's perfect and he's ours. I will write a longer post with pics as soon as I have time or when I'm not a walking zombie. Just making the quick announcement.

So in love,
Angela

Getting down to the wire!!!!

2009-06-27T19:03:00.002-05:00

This coming Wednesday will mark my 38th week of pregnancy....it's almost time!!!! I went to my regular doctor's appointment last Thursday. Everything looks and sounds great....doc said he estimates Evan is between 7 and 7 1/2 pounds....whew!!! He sure is moving around and doing somersaults in my tummy...all the time! He definitely takes after his father's wiggling habits. :) At this point, the doctor says I could go into labor at any time, so Jared has been put "on call" until further notice. It's funny because every time I call his phone for any reason, he answers in a panic like it's "the call"! I think anxiety and nervousness has finally set in for the both of us knowing that our little baby boy could be here at any time.

The nesting instinct has set in too. I've washed, folded, sorted and put up all the little onesies, booties, hats, blankets....all that adorable stuff....we've put up the swing, bouncy seat and pack 'n' play....and today I packed my hospital bag and Evan's coming home bag. The only thing left is to sit and wait for things to start happening!!! We're trying to enjoy our last quiet days as a twosome before life really changes. But, I have to say, this unbearable heat is pretty much keeping me indoors with my feet up so I don't sweat to death or my feet don't swell to three times their normal size!! I don't know how my mother carried TWINS all the way to July 16th in this horrible heat....bless that woman!!!

Speaking of mom, she left this afternoon for her yearly teaching/mission trip to China. Yes, I know, my mom won't be here when I give birth...but, I know she'll be praying for me as I for her and I have two sisters who have been commissioned to help me out should Jared wuss/pass out during labor and delivery. So, I've promised we'll call when the time comes and to send plenty of pictures.

That's about all that is going on in the Pieroni household right now. So, hopefully the next post will be the introduction of our new addition!!! Wish us luck, life will never be the same :)

P.S. Word to the wise, WalMart and Old Navy have been my two favorite places to get clothes while I've been pregnant...nice selection and cheap. Most of the clothes I have aren't even maternity. Thank God empire waist is in style!

Anxiously waiting,
Angela

Time is winding down....

2009-05-19T17:34:00.002-05:00

I've been meaning to post this picture, but just haven't gotten around to it, things have been rather busy. We got all the furniture in the nursery put together and I'm starting to fill up all the drawers with all the "necessities".....who knew an infant had so many necessities?? This photo was taken last week, so I'm actually 32 weeks now....seems to be flying by so quickly. I'm doing extremely well...only a few nights of heartburn and a bout of swollen ankles....other than this little boy trying to kick me from the inside out, I can't (or shouldn't) really complain!

I have two baby showers coming up and I'm sooooo excited! The first will be at my church for all the Baptist church ladies. And the other is being thrown by several of my girlfriends and my boss' wife, which should be a blast! Can't wait to get all kinds of cute little boy things. I'm trying to savor this last month or so before we become a family of three and our lives are changed forever. But, we are ready to see our little boy and see what who he looks like! I'll try to get in a last picture or two before d-day and most likely some from the showers.

Stretch mark mama,
Angela

I promise I'm still here

2009-05-04T20:24:00.002-05:00

Sorry I haven't updated in awhile....been preparing for our new arrival. In case you haven't seen the nursery pics, I have them posted on my facebook page, so add me!! Everything with the pregnancy is going swimmingly...literally...sometimes it feels like he's just swimming around in my belly...it's so cool!!! He'll be here before we know it, so I'm trying to get as much (sleeping) done before he arrives. This week marks my 30th week of pregnancy, so I'll post an updated belly photo for everyone to ogle. :) Stay tuned.....

Very preggo,
Angela

21 Weeks...halfway there.

2009-03-02T18:14:00.002-06:00

O.k....so here's a recent preggo pic for those of you who like to keep up with that kind of stuff. I really can't believe this pregnancy is already halfway over! Man, I got to get busy on this kid's nursery, not to mention settle on a name. I'm starting to feel little flutters throughout the day...it really is a feeling you can't explain until you have them yourself. Things are progressing nicely and with no setbacks, thank the Lord. Just wanted to keep you all updated.

Fabulously preggo,
Angela

The news I know you've all been waiting for....

2009-02-17T18:05:00.002-06:00

For those of you who either live under a rock or have no internet connection, I went in for my ultrasound today to finally find out what's been sloshing around in mah belly....and the winner is.......a bouncing, baby BOY!!! Woo hoo....Jared and I are both very excited now that we know what we are dealing with precisely. Now, we just have to agree on a name. I had originally picked out a girl name I fell in love with. As luck would have it, we have no use for it. So, now we have to compromise since we both have family names we want to use. I'm sure we'll come to some agreement. Everything is going good, all things look normal and healthy. The ultrasound tech put the due date around July 11th instead of the 15th, but that's subject to change depending on the little guy's mood.

I was going to post the revealing photo of the little boy parts, but they are almost unrecognizable in my opinion. So, I'm posting the profile shot. Boy, he sure has grown since the last ultrasound! Thank you all for the congratulations and well wishes and I will be sure to keep everyone posted on the name situation. If anyone has any suggestions, they are more than welcome!!

Love,

Pieroni mama

A short update

2009-01-22T17:45:00.002-06:00

So, I had another doctor's appointment this past Tuesday. Same routine to follow...you know, pee in a cup, let them take some blood, weigh me (uggh) and all that jazz. However, this time we got to hear the baby's heartbeat for the first time. How exciting is that?!! It didn't take the doctor two seconds to find it, which is a good sign. Sounded good and strong too. I told Jared it sounded like a girly heartbeat, but he's still convinced it's a boy.

My next appointment is February 17th....it will be the one everyone has been asking about...we will finally get to find out if it's a boy or girl swimming around in my belly! Woo hoo!!! So, until then, I will be anxiously waiting until that day arrives.

Later taters,
Angela

14 weeks and counting....

2009-01-13T18:36:00.002-06:00

O.k....so like a million people have asked me to post a preggers pic....I guess they want to see just how big I am! So, here I am, 14 weeks tomorrow....can't believe it's already been that long. I only had morning sickness for about two weeks and that was during the time no one knew. I must be part of the lucky few, I don't see how people make it feeling like that for the entire pregnancy! I haven't felt any "fluttering" yet, but this baby is already sitting on top of my bladder causing the never ending trips to the bathroom all day AND night. But, it's totally worth it. My next doctor's appointment is on January 20th and we will get to hear the heartbeat and see how much the little bean has grown....so exciting. From my calculation, we will likely get to find out the gender at my February appointment and decide if we will go with the girl's name I have fallen in love with or the boy's name that Jared will be calling "his boy". Either way, we are both excited of the progress so far and look forward to updating everyone after this next appointment!

P.S. Do all pregnant woman start showing this early or is it because I waited so long to have a child?

Angela

The first ultrasound for the Pieroni bambino

2008-12-29T17:37:00.001-06:00

Just thought I'd share what he/she looks like....it's sooooo exciting!!!

Mommy to be!

Just a few Christmas pictures

2008-12-27T11:56:00.002-06:00

I sure do looooove the new camera Jared got me for Christmas since I completely wore out the old one from taking so many pictures!!! Enjoy!

Angela

The best kept Christmas secret!!!

2008-12-26T08:12:00.002-06:00

First of all, I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas!!!! I know we did!!!! Jared and I have been keeping this huge secret since the first of December and thought it would be the perfect Christmas gift to share with everyone. Let me back up a little bit.....about a month ago, I started feeling queasy and nauseous every morning and my boobs started to hurt....too much information?? Anyway, me being the realistic one, figured out what was going on but Jared wanted to make sure. Soooooo, on the first of December, I took a pregnancy test. After three agonizing minutes of waiting, there was a nice, big plus sign waiting for us on the bathroom counter! I was pretty calm, but excited. Jared freaked out just a little bit, but we decided I should go to the doctor to make sure. Two appointments and one ultrasound later, we have a nice picture of our growing little baby!!! I announced it to my family on Christmas Eve, wherein my twin sister proceeded to scream with excitement. We then announced it to Jared's family on Christmas day....where his mother and grandmother started crying with happiness and joy. All in all, it' s been a pretty exciting holiday for the both of us. Thank you to all of you who have sent us congratulations and well wishes!

According to the doctor, I am eleven weeks and my expected due date is July 15th....one day before my birthday!! Let's just hope it's not the hotter summer on record like the year I was born. Heat and I don't do well together, especially if I have a big ole belly too! So begins a new chapter in our life, one that I know will be wonderful and full of surprises for the both of us.
So, now you know why I've been holding out on the blog posts...I was afraid of letting out the secret. Stay tuned for the ultrasound pic and future belly pics!

Feeling blessed,
Angela

Another evening after church....

2008-12-08T11:19:00.002-06:00

So, guess what??? I am off work today, tomorrow and Wednesday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay for me...I haven't had a vacation since my honeymoon, so this is well deserved. Since I'm having a little sabbatical, I decided to catch up on the blog, emails, Christmas decorating and all that jazz.
It's going to be a nice, relaxing week for yours truly. Without further adieu, a few pictures after church yesterday.

Good ole Mom and Dad....they are a hoot, even better in their old age! ha ha
Me and Manda Panda.....not many pictures of us together when we're not goofing off.

Amanda and her boyfriend, Josh.....he's not offended by our ridculous behavior and nasty stories...so, in my book, he's a keeper!!

I know, I know....only three pictures.....well, I'm saving up for the Christmas holidays since Jared is buying me a new camera! So, my Christmas post will be the shiznitoflamsnipsnap....don't miss it!

Sitting peacefully at home,

Angela

I swear I'm still alive!

2008-12-03T18:35:00.002-06:00

Sorry it's been so long since I've posted...it's just that, well, nothing really blogworthy to write about. We did have a nice Thanksgiving holiday though....lots of wonderful foods and a trip to see Arkansas beat LSU on Little Rock turf....this year I spent turkey day with Jared's side of the family, but, no worries, Christmas time is upon us and I'm sure we will make up for lost time for my side of the family!!! Also, I have asked "Santa" for a new camera since I've almost completely worn out my other one. So, I anticipate a picture frenzy the likes of which you have never known....but, what else is new?

Not really a great post, so I'll include a cute picture of Jared and I as well as a couple of my crazy parents!

Smooches,

Angela

Birthday Wishes!!!

2008-11-09T16:41:00.004-06:00

Yesterday was my niece, Brooklynn's NINTH birthday party!!! NINE people! I have a nine year old neice....what's even more unbelievable is that I have a nephew that turned SEVENTEEN on the fifth of this month as well. So, basically, I've been an aunt since I was twelve years old and I wouldn't change a thing. Brooklynn is totally in the "High School Musical" phase, so that was the theme of her party. Besides getting new Browning coat, she got a cool new Hannah Montana bicycle. Wish I was still excited when my birthday rolled around. But, why in the world would I want to celebrate the fact that on my next birthday I will be 29? Nope. No reason!

This is our friend, Carole's, little girl...Annsley....she's so quiet and reserved....I swear I never heard the child talk....SOOO much different than Brooklynn.

Here's my sister, Manda Panda, as Daddy calls her.

This is a recent picture of my mother and I. Can you see the resemblance?

And here are me and my good friend, Valerie, right after church this morning. Still good friends after all these years!!

Another after church picture of my mother and Brookie.

So....I just couldn't resist going to visit little Ann Marie and Sarah again. This time, becky, Meagan and I all went to give Sarah some company and human contact. This little girl got sooo much attention from all of us and was a sweet, little angel while we were visiting. I'm glad we all could entertain Sarah, even for just a little while.

Here's "Aunt" Becky" and Ann Marie....she was wide-eyed and bushy tailed when we got there!!

Then, it was "Aunt" Meagan's turn. I think Megs was a little nervous, but Ann Marie didn't mind getting passed around at all.

Since, this weekend was the opening weekend of deer season, all of us girls became "deer widows". I was so anxious just to have the bed for myself for two nights it was ridiculous. Of course, I missed Jared. But, I got some heavenly sleep while he wasn't here. So, it was really low-key weekend for me and it was WONDERFUL!!! Sure hate that Monday is already almost here....but, I'm looking forward to this upcoming weekend where Jared, myself and a few friends will be headed to Starkville to see the Arkansas/Mississippi State game. Should be lots of fun and the perfect opportunity to take more gratuitous pictures!!

Later my little pretties,

Cute and Adorable Overload!!!

2008-11-06T18:45:00.003-06:00

After work today, I had the pleasure of going to visit one of the cutest, sweetest newborns here in Lake Village!!! May I introduce to you Miss Ann Marie Sabbatini. She was born around 5 pm on October 29th to my friends Sarah and Dino Sabbatini. Of course I had to take some gratuitous photos to mark the occaison!! She is soooo cute....without the pacifier, you would be able to see her perfect, ruby red Angelina Jolie lips (thanks to the full pout her mother sports). She has her father's small, precise little ears and her mother's other small features.

Of course, she fit perfectly in my arms. I think I'll ask Jared for one of these for Christmas!!! Hee hee...maybe not Christmas...but soon!!! On to the cuteness overload.....

Can I get a collective "awwwww"? Sarah, I'll babysit anytime....I have references, I swear...just ask my nieces and nephew!!!

Baby lovin' Angela!

Halloween Party Extravaganza!!!!

2008-11-04T18:52:00.003-06:00

O.k.....I know I haven't posted in awhile...I've been holding out to post about our first annual Halloween party!!! It was a complete success to say the least. Everyone had a great time and just about the entire crowd came in costume. We worked really hard to decorate, provide plenty of food and some rockin' music! I think the overall number was somewhere between 140-150 people that came through the front door. That's not counting those who hung out in the parking lot and "socialized"...tight wads....anyway, we are already planning the second annual party for next year.

So, without further adieu....here are a few of the pictures I took...and by few, I mean a small selection of the 177 pictures I took throughout the night....If you want the entire collection, go check out my Myspace album under my profile.

Enjoy!!!!

Can't wait until next year! It will be even bigger!!!

Glad it's over,

Angela

So close, yet so far away!!

2008-10-27T17:52:00.006-05:00

That is all I have to say about the Arkansas/Ole Miss game this past weekend....so close....yet so far away!!!! Ugghhh...we should've went for the field goal!!!!! Anyway, we watched the game over at our friend's Grace and Emerson's house. Grace is pregnant, so being the girls that we are, we decided to try some old wives' tales on her to determine the sex of the baby. All of them said she would be having a baby boy!!!

Here is little Katherine...she's the quiet one in the family...and look at that cute little mullett!!

Kids are drawn to me...what can I say??

Nathan....the more rowdy, outgoing one of the two...can you tell?

And here we have Neal. Laid back and chillin' like a villain....

Next, we have Meagan and Myself...I just like to call her Megs...she's a peach!!

Maegan, Grace and myself....you can't even tell Grace is pregnant...hope I'm like that!

Here is the baby blanket that Becky bought for the future baby Perry...don't judge them because they are Mississippi State fans.

Becky made her arrival after driving from Starkville for a relative's wedding...doesn't she look so sophisticated??

Becks and Megs...two of the greatest friends a girl could ask for!

So, coming up this weekend is the big blowout Halloween party that I'm helping to hostess. I have gotten my costume, slippers, stockings and all the necessary accessories to complete "my look". Everyone is getting really excited about seeing all the costumes that we have all come up with. I have already bought extra batteries in case the ones in my camera go low. The next entry I post should be a fabulous review of the happenings going on down here in the L.V.

P.S. I just received word that Sarah Sabbatini will have her labor induced Wednesday morning at 7 a.m!!! Pray that she has a smooth delivery and a beautiful, healthy little baby girl we all know as Miss Anne Marie.

Toodles,

Angela

Clint and the big 3-0!!!

2008-10-19T17:53:00.005-05:00

This past Friday a bunch of us got to head over to Doe's to do a little pre-celebration in honor of our friend, Clint's, upcoming thirtieth birthday!!! If anyone hasn't ever been to Doe's, it is well worth the trip!!!! Wonderful food, especially the steaks and hot tamales. Not to mention that you can bring your own wine or liquor into the place...hee hee. I think there were about twenty two of us at the table and I was thoroughly surprised that the waitress actually kept our orders straight. I don't think Clint wanted us to make a big deal about his birthday, but Lindsey brought a big cookie cake and everyone in the restaurant stopped to sing happy birthday to him...ahhh, good times!! Here's a nice picture of the birthday boy.....

As usual, Paige is showing those pearly whites!!

Me and the old man, we were doing a little celebrating too since our anniversary is on the 20th!!

The other Pieroni couple, Becky and Daniel. Friday was acutally Daniel's birthday, so they had a reason to celebrate as well.
Awww....look at the happy couple....don't they just look adorable??!!!
Now, this is where it gets a little redneck. The steaks at Doe's are monumental in size. Leave it to my husband and Tick to get out their dang pocket knifes to cut them up to eat!!!
And here is one of Mary Ashley and Lindsey....there was lots of posed shots that night.
After stuffing ourselves into new pants sizes and really understanding what it means to eat yourself to death, we decided to head over to Harlow's and do a little gambling. Sadly, I don't think anyone actually won any money, but it's always fun to go!!

It was a nice, quiet weekend for me and it was great!!! I only wish the Razorbacks hadn't lost by ONE.WHOLE.POINT!!!! Arrrrghhhh!!! Now, the countdown to Monday morning.....which basically sucked the fun out of the rest of Sunday!!

See ya on the flip side nerds,

Angela

Happy 56th Birthday Dad!!

2008-10-12T20:04:00.003-05:00

Tomorrow is my dad's 56th birthday, so we decided to have a little birthday party for the old man after church. To be turning 56, the man sure gets around...though not as quick as he used to!!! He had his favorite kind of cake, german chocolate, got some new dress and work shirts from Amanda and I. Mom got him the third season of "Lost", don't ask me why they are so addicted to that show. All in all, it was a nice afternoon and I'm glad daddy was there to enjoy it. He's usually picking cotton on his birthday, so it was a nice treat to be able to spend it with him.

Here's a few pictures I took of the occasion...what?....You knew I would take some pictures!!!

Happy Birthday Daddy!!!!

P.S. How 'bout the Hogs!!!!

Angela

Irony at its best....

2008-10-11T09:00:00.002-05:00

So, Meagan and I high-tailed it down to West Monroe yesterday evening after work to hunt down some Halloween costumes. It has been since college since I've even had to procure a costume, so I was a little out of practice. First things first, where in the hell are these people coming up with these outfits!!!! Goodness, everything "sexy" in the title and was either verrrrry low-cut or so short that you would have to worry about everyone seeing everthing God gave you if you bent over.

Now, I'm not a geezer, but I was trying to find something for myself age-appropriate that wouldn't ruin my reputation for the short four hours I would be wearing it. Meagan was like a kid in a candy store and made friends with EVERY employee. She was bouncing everywhere!! The store was amazing, they had anything and everything you could imagine for Halloween there. So, after perusing the rows and rows of costumes that didn't have enough cotton to fill the top of an aspirin bottle, we decided to try a few on. Thank goodness we could try them on!!! After seeing my boobs trying to fall out of the beer girl costume, I decided on the only fitting costume for lil ole me.....yep....and angel!!!!! After all, my name means "Angelic", right?

Meagan decided to be a "mod girl" from the seventies...or as she liked to call it, a go-go dancer. We bought cool accessories, fake eyelashes (because neither of us had ever tried them) and huge rhinestone rings that were only $3 and we are terrible impulse buyers. Poor Jared had to settle on being "Leatherface" from Texas Chainsaw Massacre, that way he can wear his beloved jeans!!

We didn't make it home until 10:30, but it was worth the ride. I'm soooo excited to be able to dress up this year, it's going to be a fun party!!! Valerie, if you're going to be in town, it will be November 1st at the K.C. Hall, come on by. I'm one of the hostesses, so I'm sure I will be busy as a bee until this party arrives.

Oh, expect a picture of me in the outfit.....I couldn't resist.....hee hee.

Later kiddies!!!
Angela

It's been awhile

2008-10-02T17:42:00.002-05:00

I promise to have something blogworthy soon....nothing really exciting going on in my life right now. Just go to work and then go home. Such is the life of a grown up. I do want to thank everyone who sent thoughts, condolences and prayers to me regarding David. I still can't believe he's really gone. But, life must go on.

I am looking forward to Halloween this year. Jared and I will be going to a party this year and....yes....we have to wear costumes. I haven't dressed up since college. I need help!!! After perusing costumes websites, I have come to the conclusion that I am destined to wear something really low cut that won't even cover my butt!!!! I mean, what happened to classic costumes people! It's an outrage....most of the costumes are filed under "sexy"...what is up with that?? Anyway, I would appreciate some suggestions that won't clear out my bank account.

Like I said, something interesting.....when it happens.

Later alligator,
Angela

In Memory.....my own goodbye.

2008-09-26T17:58:00.004-05:00

I have tried to write this post at least 100 times today and just couldn't find the words that would do it justice. Since I didn't get to say goodbye, this will probably be the only closure I get. At 9 a.m. this morning, I was notified by phone that a dear friend of mine had taken his own life. He was only 32 years old and leaves behind a wife and young, three year old son. I had the pleasure of knowing David for a good while and dated him for four years. Though we didn't leave each other on good terms, somehow we found a way to get past it and still remain friends. After a few days went by and I didn't get a response through emails whether he was ok or not, I feared something bad had happened. Never in a million years would I have expected to get the call that he died by his own hands. It's too late to pay my respects, he was buried yesterday.

I just sit here and wonder to myself, how bad could life actually get that he thought there was no hope? no way out....but death. How sad was he? Was he alone? Was there something I could have done or said to change his mind? Those questions don't matter now.....he leaves behind a lot of sad, heartbroken people who will never get to know why.

So, here's my goodbye David. You will be missed, but never forgotten. I'm glad I got to know you while you were here.

Goodbye Friend,

Angela

Oh you are much too kind dear Officer!!!!

2008-09-25T13:14:00.003-05:00

So I was leaving my office at twelve for lunch. You know, the normal routine. I was headed out to my mom and dad's house to save myself from driving allllll the way across the lake to my own home for lunch. Anyway, I'm leisurely traveling down the lakefront. For those of you who are not familiar with the lakefront in Lake Village, it's pretty clear what it is. It's the scenic road with great views of the lake that runs parallel with Highway 65. Back to my point, I'm driving down the lakefront and obviously not paying attention to how fast I'm going when I see it......oh yeah....you know the feeling! White car with blue, blinking lights......I'm pretty sure that's the sickest feeling a person can have besides a bleeding ulcer or giving birth two a 20 pound baby. But I digress.

I've been caught, there's no time to slow down and pray he didn't see me. So, I pull into the driveway of some unsuspecting homeowner and await my punishment. Thank the good Lord above I was buckled in though....brownie points for me! Mr. Officer What's his Name glides up to my driver's side window all slow and leary like I was going to pull out a 9mm or something and shoot him dead. After seeing it's just little ole me, he lightens up, we shoot the bull and he asks for the usual. At this point, I've accepted that I was speeding and am wishing he'd hurry up and write the ticket so I can eat for Pete's sake!! But, the Lord heard my silent prayer and I swear a host of heavenly angels started to sing behind that abnormally tall officer when he told me, "Just slow it down ma'am and have a nice day."......insert heavenly singing here.....Yes my friends, I got pulled over by Arkansas' finest and walked away with only a nice warning. I thanked the officer for his kindness and made my way to lunch.

I'm sure it was my southern charm and thick accent that swayed him. Or it could've been that I told him I used to work for the court system and now work for an insurance company. No? Then it must have been the never-fail batting of the eyelashes that won him over!! Whatever the reason, I thanked God for small miracles and nice little blue warnings today!

Keep 'em between the ditches,

A. Pie

A short survey

2008-09-24T16:09:00.002-05:00

I know everyone has filled out these kinds of surveys on Facebook or Myspace. So, I thought I would do one here...why not??? It's not like I'm working or something ;) sheesh....

A. Attached or single? attached
B. Best friend? my husband, Jared
C. Cake or pie? can I have both?
D. Dog or cat? dog definitely!!!
E. Essential item? cigarettes (bad, I know) or cell phone
F. Favorite color? Razorback Red
G. Gummy bears or worms? worms
H. Hometown? Lake Village, Arkansas
I. Favorite indulgence? homemade Italian red gravy or crawfish...yummy
J. January or July? July, of course...it's my birthday month!
K. Kids? I want 'em....and I need to hurry
L. Life isn’t complete without? love of family and friends
M. Marriage date? 10/20/07...almost the one year mark!!
N. Number of brothers and sisters? 2 sisters...one twin and one older
O. Oranges or apples? both
P. Phobias? for some reason, I have this fear of falling and knocking out my front teeth...weird, I know.
Q. Quote?"There is no remedy for love but to love more." Henry David Thoreau
R. Reasons to smile? Plenty!!!
S. Season of choice? spring and fall
T. Travel dreams? Italy
U. Unknown fact about me? just about everyone knows I'm a left handed twin....unknown fact: I've only been in love 3 times.
V. Vegetable? potato
W. Worst habit? Procrastinator – ditto!....me too!!!
X. X-ray or ultrasound? either....doesn't realy bother me
Y. Your favorite restaurants? Sherman's, Doe's, Jared's parent's house
Z. Zodiac sign? Cancer

Feel free to do one of your own!

Later alligator,

That Pieroni girl

Congratulations!!!

2008-09-24T08:54:00.003-05:00

Congratulations are in order for my friends, Emerson and Grace. I found out yesterday that they are expecting their first child!!!! Woo hoooooo!!! I'm so excited for them. They will be the coolest, most awesome parents. I guess it's time for another round of baby showers down here. And all eyes are pointed on me to be the next to get knocked up!!! Ha ha....I've promised to quit smoking first, so it will be pretty obvious when we start trying.

Here is a lovely picture of the happy couple that I edited just for the occasion! Way to go Emerson, you're not shooting blanks!!!!

See ya on the flip side,

Angelita

Too cute not to share!!!

2008-09-22T15:19:00.003-05:00

I know I ragged on the Razorbacks because of the pitiful game Saturday. But, I couldn't help but share this picture showing some Hog lovin'!! May I present to you Miss Molly Beth...future Razorback cheerleader with a smile that could melt the hardest heart. I'm sure her parents are so proud. Had I went to this game, this would have been the only highlight!! Such a cutie!!!

Love, peace and chicken grease

A-Dogg

ASU Homecoming....at least THIS Arkansas team won!!!!

2008-09-22T08:34:00.005-05:00

Early (and I mean early) Saturday morning, we all loaded up and headed out to Jonesboro to attend the Homecoming game there and visit Jared's sister Ashley. After the long drive, we decided to do a little shopping and eat a bite for lunch. During the trip, we were catching bits and pieces of the Razorback game. But everyone knows, listening and watching the game are two different things. While we were eating lunch, we got to catch the last quarter of the game. Or as I like to refer to it, "the most miserable 15 minutes I've had the pleasure of experiencing". We lost. Period. We suck....blah, blah, blah. However, I had a lot more faith in the Red Wolves (formerly Indians).

The game was awesome, the crowd was great and the stands were packed. Just about everyone I saw had either red or black on and you could feel the energy throughout the entire stadium. Of course, I had to take pictures....shut up....it's been awhile since I've been to a college homecoming game!! What's even funnier is what happened before the game. All of us girls decided to do a little tailgating beforehand since we found a great parking place!!! (Well worth the $10 in my opinion) I was surprised they even allowed alcohol on a dry campus, but who am I to argue? A nice fella went and got us a few beers. I look around and notice everyone has cups and decide we probably need them too. "Oh no, don't worry about it, they won't say anything." WRONG!!! Out of that huge crowd, one campus police officer came right up to me, Mrs. Shari and Becky and scolded us in front of the group. He was nice about it, but still!!! Mrs. Shari thought it was funny that at her age, he even had the nerve to come over there. Anywho............on to the pictures!!!

And there you have it folks!! A nice short vacation with all the Pieroni women. We had a great time and got in some good shopping as well. For those of you who haven't been to their new mall, it is wonderful!!! Alas, I must end this and face the thing I loathe the most in the entire world.....MONDAY!!! Aggggghhhhh....hopefully, I'll make it until five.

Peace out,

Angelina

So....yeah...ummmm

2008-09-19T13:04:00.002-05:00

Yeah, got all miserable and sick for a few days....and...GASP....actually stayed home from work one day!!!! Can you believe it??? The last time I had off was my honeymoon last October. Which reminds me, I have a one year wedding anniversary coming up next month. ONE.WHOLE.YEAR.....who woulda thunk it??

Anywho, just dropping by to let all of my (five) readers know that I haven't lost my camera. I will be taking some photos this weekend fo sho!! My mother-in-law and Becky and I will be traveling to Jonesboro this weekend to celebrate ASU's homecoming with my other sister-in-law, Ashley. And shop we shall!!!!! Expect the normal candid shots and a few of us posed together...doesn't everyone take pictures when more than two people are together?? No? Oh well, I DO!!!!!

It is now 1:08 and I have to somehow entertain myself until five o'clock wherein I will run out of the office door shouting, "Free at last, free at last, thank GOD almighty I'm free at last" and sprint like a mad woman to my car, speed across the lake and begin imbibing on a few cold, tasty beverages that are presently calling my name.

Hope everyone has a great weekend....and pray that Alabama doesn't totally annihilate Arkansas in Fayetteville this weekend.

Hallelujah it's Friday,

A to tha Pieroni

Uggghhh

2008-09-15T11:47:00.002-05:00

I'm lagging behind on my blogging duties....please forgive me. Right now, my head is so stopped up I can't hear, snot is flowing profusely (it's rather lovely), my throat hurts and I seemed to have developed carpal tunnel syndrome because the fingers on my left hand keep going numb. Wait....I'm not having a stroke am I??? If I am, someone please send help!!! It is Monday, I am miserable, THE END.

My Life is sooooo Exciting!!!

2008-09-11T09:39:00.002-05:00

I've tried to blog for the past day or so and just sit here with nothing to write. Is that sad or what? I have absolutely nothing that is blogworthy!! Let's see, here's how an average day for me goes: wake up, go to work, spend eight hours actually working, come home, watch t.v., eat supper, go to sleep. Lather, rinse, repeat. Yes friends, this is about as exciting as it gets for yours truly. Honestly, I'm ok with being on the boring side. I'm starting to realize it's not really boring, rather it is WITHOUT drama. It's kind of nice, actually.

I'm not sure what's going on this weekend. I do know that the Arkansas game against Texas has been postponed until September 27th, so I won't have to sit through that butt-whooping!! Who knows, maybe something exciting will come my way.....I guess we shall see.

Hasta la vista!

A Shower for Sarah and Ann Marie

2008-09-08T09:18:00.003-05:00

Yesterday I had the honor of going to a baby shower for Sarah and the future Ann Marie Sabbatini. Sarah had a wonderful turnout of friends and family and there's no doubt this little girl will be styling and profiling. My most favorite pick of all the presents is what you see below....Miss Priss...isn't that sweet and the little flowered skull cap....precious!!!

So, yeah, house full of women and baby girl gifts.....starts to make you think!!!! I wonder who will be next in line for one of these showers..*wink wink*.

On a side note, how in the world did the Razorbacks barely scrape by at winning against the University of Louisiana at Monroe!!! Good Lord, that was a painful game to watch. If these past two games are any indication of how Arkansas will be playing this season, then we are in for the biggest A** whooping next week against Texas. It's going to be sad. Maybe I should get my sister-in-law to send me an Arkansas State shirt...they sure are doing better than U of A.

Sayonara!!!

P.S. I loathe Mondays...that is all.

I CAN SEE CLEARLY NOW, THE RAIN IS GONE!!!

2008-09-04T11:00:00.003-05:00

Can I get a moment of silence so we can all stop and thank the good Lord above that it FINALLY quit raining!!! Yippee! I realize we didn't have the damage most others had, but you have to remember my front yard is literally the lake. When there is too much rain, the lake rises. That's not ever good. I did manage to snap a few pictures (go figure) during the only five minutes when the rain wasn't blowing in sideways!!

The picture below is the the drain which our yard flows into. It just so happens to be located right smack dab in the middle of the Christmas tree farm. No worries, no Christmas trees were harmed during the making of this post.

Aww....look at my hard working husband. He managed to keep the ditches flowing nicely. Good thing or our entire yard would have been a swamp!

This is the lovely view of our front yard. Mud, grass and mosquitos. God I love the south!

Of course, this is me showing how I feel about all this mess. You can't tell from the picture, but at the exact same time, the tornado sirens were going off in town signaling an impending tornado headed our way. Luckily, it dissapated before it could stir up any trouble.

Another shot of the front yard....ugghhhh

So, the skies are still a little overcast but at least there's no rain. I did notice on my way to work that the majority of docks here on the lake are either under water or have popped out of their braces. The lake has risen quite a bit but it shouldn't cause too much damage....I hope.

Here's hoping that this is the last we see of any severe weather. I don't think my hair can take too much more of this frizzy business!!

Adios!

Awww....c'mon!!!

2008-09-03T18:00:00.002-05:00

Dear Hurricane/Tropical Storm/depression Gustav:

We get it...you're a bad ass hurricane with alot of rain to hurl down upon us. Sheesh, you've already provided us with the ever so wonderful gusts of winds that could potentially blow ALL the hair off my head. Thanks...you're a peach. Let's not forget the TWO.SOLID.DAYS of torrential downpour you have bestowed upon the entire southern half of the United States as we know it. Thanks for throwing that in. I just want to stand up and applaud the fact that you may have ruined 80% of the newly grown crops down here that most of us attribute our livelihoods to. You're just too great!! What I don't understand is why you had to go bragging to all your "storm friends" about all your accomplishments??? Huh? ANSWER ME!!! Now they are all being little copycats and headed across the entire friggin' Altantic Ocean just to see what's going on. Great, just effin great!! Why would you even be friends with little twerps named Ike and Josephine anyway???

Just wanted to let you know YOU SUCK!!!!! And your little friends too!

Go suck it,
Angela P.

Randomness....that's me!!!

2008-09-03T09:02:00.004-05:00

Soooo...yeah...it's STILL raining!!! BLAH....well, I'm copying this from my friend, Shannon's, page and giving you six random/unique facts about me. I just know you're on the edge of your seat with anticipation. No? Whatever, you're getting them anyway.

Six reasons why I don't fall in the "normal population" category of the human race :)

1. I don't drink sweet tea or eat salad. These may not seem to weird or unique, but I live in the south and married and Italian for Pete's sake!!! It's almost sacreligious. I just never had a taste for tea, don't ask me why. I will probably overdose on Coca Colas any day now. As for the salad, well....I won't go into it, but it involves me and my sister sharing a bed, she had the stomach virus and guess what she had to eat....yep, salad with GASP...RANCH DRESSING!! OMG...I'm getting nauseated just thinking about it. Yeah, traumatic experience and I can't make myself try it just to see if I'll like it.

2. I'm a left-handed, double-jointed, fraternal twin. Enough said.

3. When I take a shower, I always have to clean everything in some ritualistic pre-determined order. If I stray from that perfect order, I'll start from the beginning and do it all over. Weird...not really....unique!

4. If you can't already tell, I'm a picky eater. I'm that person who orders everything "plain with cheese"...yes, I'm THAT person. I won't eat mustard or mayonnaise or anything it has touched. But, I have no qualms with covering the majority of everything that I put in my mouth with loads of glorious ketchup!!! ahh...ketchup....mustard's nicer and better looking cousin.

5. After going back and reading the first four, I'm starting to think I may be borderline neurotic/OCD. Nah, it's that "unique" thing, right? Anywho, I didn't realize just how neurotic I was until I got married. It may sound trivial, but I have to have all my towels tri-folded NOT bi-folded. Jared has just come to terms with this insane quirk of mine and is beginning to correctly fold the towels. I'm not joking, I'll let him fold to his heart's content. But, when he's gone, I go into the closet and yank everything out and re-fold everything!!! It just seems to fit in the closet better and it looks more organized. Same things goes with socks....oh the socks!!! Belive it or not, there is a way to fold them so you won't stretch out the elastic at the tops. This is something else I am trying to instill upon Jared. He's learning....

6. Wow...is it bad that it only took me five minutes to come up with six weird things about myself? Don't answer that. Last, but certainly not least, I mentioned earlier that I am left handed. Yes, that is unique in itself. However, writing is the only thing I do with my left hand besides eat. I hold/throw/dribble a baseball, basketball, volleyball, gun, scissors with my right hand. I chalk it up to teachers who were all right handed and didn't know how to teach me the lefty version of anything. I plan on writing a bill to Congress that allows us leftys to have the same amenities as the regular right handed folk. I can't even write captions in a photo album because of that binder thing...on the left side of course. I remember in college taking a final exam and there weren't any left-handed desks to sit at. So, guess where I had to sit? Yep...right at the front of the classroom at the big ass lab table like the handicapped, dumb cousin no one talks to. God, it was so embarrassing not to mention scary. All those eyes staring at me...uggghhh...gives me the heebie jeebies!!!

So, there you have it. My insanity in all it's random glory!! I could probably come up with 100 more, but I'm starting to think it's giving me a complex. Ciao!

Weekend Adventures

2008-09-02T09:34:00.004-05:00

Let me tell you there is nothing better in the world than waking up to NO ELECTRICITY!!! Though, I shouldn't complain since I actually have a roof over my head. Ole Gustav is causing a lot of trouble. I couldn't believe my eyes when I passed through town the other day and ALL three of our motels were full, even the not-so-great ones! Makes one appreciate what they have. I don't know if I could just pack up the bare necessities and travel to an unfamiliar city without the guarantee I'd ever see my home again. It's sad really. Lake Village has been trying to help out. We have the high school gym open for evacuees and several of the churches are feeding those staying here. Let's just hope this hurricane blows through and doesn't cause the devastation that Katrina did three years ago.

On to the weekend!! So, I'm sure it's understood that the Razorbacks played their first game this weekend against Western Illinois. First of all, since when do we play any team out of Illinois? Second, is there no way possible with this great technology we have that it couldn't be broadcast on television? They must not realize we live in a hotbed of humidity and mosquitos down here!!! sheesh...anyway, Jared and I had a few friends over to listen to the game, eat a great meal (provided by Clint) and visit. The Hogs ended up winning and so did the mosquitos! So, most of the girls retreated to the inside of the house. Below we have what I like to call "The Italian Wives Club"....Pieronis and Sabbatini....can't mistake the Italian there. Sarah is due in late October. Isn't she just the cutest little pregnant lady?

Before the game, Becky and I were determined to take the S.S. Pieroni out just one more time before Mr. Mark decided to winterize it. Neither one of us feel terribly comfortable putting such an expensive vessel in the water by ourselves and not a guy was to be found anywhere. That's just our luck. Thank God Becky's husband came home and put it in and then drove me, Becky and Brooklynn around for awhile. Brooklynn has been begging me all summer to go out on the boat, so this was our last chance. She grinned from ear to ear the whole time. Daniel even let her drive the last little bit to the city docks. While I was trying to help her on to the dock, I did the splits with one leg on the boat and one on the dock and fell ever so gracefully into the lake. Now, that's MY luck. I had to drag myself around the dock and climb on the ramp where I then stepped on a fish fin! Twice as nice, eh? I finally stumbled back up on the boat....of course, Becky was in hysterics and I still can't find that cover-up I was wearing....

This past Sunday was Homecoming at my church. Everyone knows us Baptists have to have "an eating" after the meeting...it's just tradition. There is nothing better than a spread of all kinds of comfort food made by southern church ladies. All of my mom's sisters were there for the occaison and even my good friend, Valerie, as you can see below.

Can you see the Roark resemblance??? You can't hardly get a word in edgewise with this bunch!

I must say that this weekend was a good one. I got to hang out with a bunch of friends, eat some delicious food, see relatives I haven't seen in awhile, cruise Lake Chicot one last time and just relax. It's too bad it didn't last longer. Now, it's back to the same old 8-5 routine....blech....until next time!

Four-day weekend, you say????

2008-08-29T11:14:00.005-05:00

Can I get an AMEN for long weekends?!! This week has just draggggged by. What in the world am I going to do with all that lovely, precious time away from work you might ask....hopefully, a whole lot of nada, zip, zilch!! You know you're getting old when you have time off from work and you don't feel like doing anything but sitting around the house watching DVDs, eating sunflower seeds, drinking beer and blogging in your underwear. Not that I would ever do such as that. Me? Nope, not me.

I think Becky and I may try to take out the S.S. Pieroni for one more leisurely cruise around the lake before fall finally settles in. Who knows? It is alot of work getting that boat in and out of the water. But, we've had some good times on that boat this summer. If you haven't already seen the evidence on my lovely MySpace picture albums. Thank the Lord Jared's parents encourage us to take it out or I would've been ten shades of translucent white this summer.

God, is it only 11:30? Sheesh, this is going to be one lonnnnng day, I can tell right now. At least the view from my computer is of the lovely lake. Wait, that only makes me want to get out of here that much quicker. Well, I guess I must slave away (or at least pretend to) here at the daily grind until five. After that suckers, I'm getting the hell outta dodge.

Expect some pictures from the weekend. Me? Taking pictures? Of course. I think we will be traveling across the River to go see our friend, Ben Coulter play at one of the little dive bars in Greenville. Should be fun....I hope.

Love, Peace and chicken grease!!

Happy 56th Birthday Mom!

2008-08-27T19:56:00.003-05:00

Today was my mom's 56th birthday. Being the wonderful daughter I am....I went to visit her after work today to wish her a happy birthday. Of course, I came bearing a present...something I knew she would looooove!!! A purse....rather, a BIG purse and a really neat, embroidered cup to put her drinks in. I wasn't sure if she would like it, but the picture below was her reaction when she opened it up. I keep hearing that I look just like her....I don't see it.

My dad made it home from the fields just in time for some cake, thanks to my aunt who actually went out and bought it :)....As you can see, I caught him mid-bite. Gotta love the candid shots!!!

Here we have my Aunt Teresa. She is my mom's younger sister by 15 months....not far apart, are they? She lives two houses down from my mom and dad and is the most like my mother. The other two sisters couldn't be farther apart on the spectrum. I say it's because they are so close to the same age..hee hee.

Can't leave out my grandmother...the matriarch of the Roark clan. Her given name is Evelyn, but we all call her Skippy, long story. She and her EIGHT siblings all have nicknames which makes it even more confusing at family reunions. I still can't keep them all straight. She is a true southern lady and if you ever hear her thick, southern accent you would swear you're talking to Scarlett O'Hara from Gone With the Wind. It's really quite amusing.

All in all, I thought it was a pretty enjoyable evening (for a Wednesday). Mom got some really nice gifts. Dad bought her the DVD collection of "Roots".....don't ask me why, but I thought it was funny. I hope to celebrate many more with her and hopefully end the neverending hints of dying before I can bear her grandchild!! AS IF!

And now.....a few of my friends!!

2008-08-27T08:15:00.009-05:00

This is my favorite picture of Clint kicking some serious butt on the Wii Boxing game. He and Jared were roommates for awhile and he has the reigning title of "Person who cooks the most"!! He never misses a chance to whip up a good meal and call us over to eat and visit. His nickname is "Clintock" because if you can't find him, he's either at Putock or Woodstock.

Just look at those dimples...Meagan is the light-hearted, story-telling one of the group. She is starting as a teacher this year and I'd give anything to go back in time so she could be my teacher!

Next in line is Robert and Calley McNemar. They were married four months before Jared and I and are good friends of ours. Robert loves to cook out at his house, which is great because we are ALWAYS up for some good food!!

And here is the always smiling Lindsey. She and our other friend, Clint, just got engaged last month. So, we are looking forward to their wedding next year.

Paige....she's always making me laugh and is always fun to be around. She's a part of another Italian family down here and makes alot of tasty food for me to try out.

Next we have the sweet Sarah. She dates Paige's brother Seth. She's probably the quiet one in the bunch, compared to the rest of us. Ironically, Seth is probably the loudest one....I guess opposites do attract.

Don't let the smirk fool you, Seth is the loudest and funniest friend we have. His laugh is contagious and very distinct. You can count on him to find the humor in all situations.

Don't they look sooooo sweet??? Angela and Neal....Neal has been Jared's best friend for...well, forever. Next to Seth, Neal is the loudest person. Angela and I met when she moved to Lake Village and we both worked at the same store. Jared and I were both honored to be in their wedding. They have the two most adorable little kids, Nathan and Katherine, who are the subjects of a lot of my picture taking.

Mary Ashley and Sarah....I included this because I thought it was a pretty shot of the two of them.

Umm.....yeah, what can I say? These two can't take a serious photo to save their lives. Nothing is every boring around friends like these!

Here we have my sister-in-law, Becky and our friend, Grace. First of all, Grace has a POOL!!! But, that's not why I like her (well not the only reason :) She is a kindergarten teacher and I believe has the patience of a saint!

Last, but not least, Daniel and Tracey. They have been together foooooreverrrr. I'm predicting they are next in line to tie the knot. Oh, and Tracey plays a mean game of poker.

So, those are just a few of the bazillion photos I have and I'm sure that I've left a few people out but I will have everyone covered in due time.

I've also added two friends to my blog list. Go check them out. Jill is a good friend of mine and we were even roommates for awhile when we were working at WestEnd together....ahh, fun times. Now, she has twin girls and a boy on the way!!! I guess we are officially grown-up now. Becky, as I've mentioned is my sister-in-law and has become a great friend of mine. I'm sure she'll come up with some posts since I've linked her. I can't forget Sarah, after all, I work for her father-in-law. She's expecting a sweet little girl at the end of October. She is probably the cutest pregnant woman I've ever seen too.

Gotta go for now. For some reason, I'm required to work while I'm here. What's up with that??

Pictures, Pictures!!

2008-08-26T13:49:00.000-05:00

The folks that are responsible for yours truly....my Mom and Dad!!! Woo hoo...married for 36 years and going strong!

The most recent Mrs. Pieroni, Becky, at her luau

"Aster Disaster" as her mother calls her....my new little sister, Ashley

Daniel and his pearly whites!

My nephew, Spencer, who will be 17 this November!!

Sooo...this is my twin sister, Amanda, and her daughter. Hard to believe we're twins huh?

Then we have my other sister's daughter, guess what her name is? :)

Oh how I love adding speech bubbles to those pics!!! My older sister and "her man".

Cute picture of Jared and myself at Becky and Daniel's Luau wedding shower.

Another reason I shouldn't have internet at work!!

2008-08-26T11:19:00.000-05:00

Hey.....yeah....it didn't take me long to jump on the bandwagon and make myself a blog. Talk about high-tech redneck!!! Yee haw. Seriously, I've always like documenting things and with technology like it is now, there's no excuse not too. I must confess that I have a serious addiction with photo-taking and editing, so expect to see a myriad of cute and wild pictures I take on a weekly basis.

So....here's the background story....see that cute fella up there and the lady with the long hair?? Yeah, that's me and my wonderful husband, Jared. Don't we look soooo in love?? We were wedded in marital bliss this past October and I officially became part of the Pieroni clan. Down here in Lake Village there are alot of Italians and I just couldn't resist :) I couldn't have asked for a more loving, caring and hard working man to be married to. He's a sweetie.

Enough of that mushy stuff. The two cutie pies with me in the photo are my neices. No need for names, I have an obsession with putting captions and text on all of my photos. Sweet-looking aren't they? Don't let them fool you, they are sneaky. But, at least I'm the "cool" aunt who still plays Barbies with them and watches cartoons.

Hey, this blogging thing isn't so hard after all. Great, another obsession I will likely overindulge in rather than actual human contact. Oh well....stay tuned....I'm sure there will be lots more entries!!!!