Thursday, May 5, 2011
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Martinez Update - Austin and 4 Months with Andres
As exhausted as I am from this weekend as I am not used to caring for the two boys on my own for two days straight, I need to take a step back and reflect on all the blessings we have had, have right now, and will have in the very near future. First, the biggest blessing has been the growth of the Martinez family to include the Double A's (thanks, Sophia, for the nick name)! They truly love each other and their parents and we love them right back.
Additionally, as crazy as it is to have the job I have, it has allowed us to make decisions like the ones we have made recently, to relocate to Austin. I'm pretty sure most of you know this but if you don't, we fly into Austin on Memorial Day weekend with ONE WAY tickets. Goodbye Chicago!
Leaving Chicago will be very bittersweet - I have some of the best memories of my life here. In the last 11 years I still relish my faves: meeting Luis, having the two little ones enjoy the sights, finishing grad school, starting a career and being a home owner. Some of the friends we have made here will be sorely missed.
This weekend, Luis flew in on a whirlwind trip to Austin to find a home for us. Thanks to Marah for hosting and driving and accompanying him in making a decision that was no doubt a difficult one. But the trip was a success in that our new address (at least for the next year) is the following:
11202 Holster Ct, Austin, TX 78748
As this home is bigger than I expected our budget could get us, we will not be cramped if someone decided to pop in for a visit. Be warned, however, I don't know how we are going to be able to furnish it so the accommodations may be a bit sparse.
In closing - In exactly 7 days, our little A will turn 4 months. I took him to his doc's appt today and learned he is at the 95% in weight, 75% in length, and 50% in head circumference. He is doing great developmentally as well. Recently, he has started to try to sit up on his own when he is being leaned back - he will push his chest and head forward (while we carry him, during his bath time, etc). He continues to sing quite loudly at random times. He is a vivacious character who loves a good laugh and squeal. He also reminds me of a little crab because he appears to be peering out with his little beady black eyes!
Adrian - our big A is doing much better. It's been 3 days now with NO peeing accidents (not even at school). I don't know what did it, probably him just deciding he wasn't going to let them happen anymore. Adrian is also getting to the point where he is so grown up in so many ways. Perhaps it's just the way he communicates but his thought process is so crystal clear that I wish some adults I know could think like him. I love the way he is great at soccer, football, wrestling, and being a very affectionate person.
I hope to hear back from everyone on how they are doing!
Isis
Additionally, as crazy as it is to have the job I have, it has allowed us to make decisions like the ones we have made recently, to relocate to Austin. I'm pretty sure most of you know this but if you don't, we fly into Austin on Memorial Day weekend with ONE WAY tickets. Goodbye Chicago!
Leaving Chicago will be very bittersweet - I have some of the best memories of my life here. In the last 11 years I still relish my faves: meeting Luis, having the two little ones enjoy the sights, finishing grad school, starting a career and being a home owner. Some of the friends we have made here will be sorely missed.
This weekend, Luis flew in on a whirlwind trip to Austin to find a home for us. Thanks to Marah for hosting and driving and accompanying him in making a decision that was no doubt a difficult one. But the trip was a success in that our new address (at least for the next year) is the following:
11202 Holster Ct, Austin, TX 78748
As this home is bigger than I expected our budget could get us, we will not be cramped if someone decided to pop in for a visit. Be warned, however, I don't know how we are going to be able to furnish it so the accommodations may be a bit sparse.
In closing - In exactly 7 days, our little A will turn 4 months. I took him to his doc's appt today and learned he is at the 95% in weight, 75% in length, and 50% in head circumference. He is doing great developmentally as well. Recently, he has started to try to sit up on his own when he is being leaned back - he will push his chest and head forward (while we carry him, during his bath time, etc). He continues to sing quite loudly at random times. He is a vivacious character who loves a good laugh and squeal. He also reminds me of a little crab because he appears to be peering out with his little beady black eyes!
Adrian - our big A is doing much better. It's been 3 days now with NO peeing accidents (not even at school). I don't know what did it, probably him just deciding he wasn't going to let them happen anymore. Adrian is also getting to the point where he is so grown up in so many ways. Perhaps it's just the way he communicates but his thought process is so crystal clear that I wish some adults I know could think like him. I love the way he is great at soccer, football, wrestling, and being a very affectionate person.
I hope to hear back from everyone on how they are doing!
Isis
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011
Survey for online shoppers with option to enter $50 Amazon.com raffle
As an aspiring entrepreneur looking to launch an online stationery boutique, your responses to this survey will help me understand which features matter most to consumers. Because more responses will produce better insights, you are encouraged to forward this email to your friends and family.
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Isis Martinez
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Sunday, April 17, 2011
Double A's- Too Cute
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Friday, April 8, 2011
Mingling with the Martinez's
True we are not the Kardashians - but the Martinez are on the move (we hope!)
Today is a big day at the Martinez household as life will probably change for for the better.
Before we get into that however, a big Happy Third Month Birthday to Andres - who reached that important milestone yesterday! The little guy likes to giggle and sing. He also tried to crawl his way out of tummy time yesterday desperate to get back into a cradled position in my arms. Poor thing . . .
And Adrian, well let's just say he is having a tough time adjusting to his new school. Today marks the end of his first week at his new Montessori school, Lectura. While the Director and the teachers are so nice and compassionate and patient, there are some things that are definitely lacking at this school that he had at his other school. For example, order, organization and encouraging his independence. Here they make his bed for him, parents put shoes on their kids at the drop off, and the shoes are in a disarray such that Adrian actually has to look for them under the coats when they should be neatly lined up in an easy to reach place. He's had at least 1 accident every day there and sometimes up to 3! This is not normal for a boy who hasn't had one in three months at home. We are being patient and hope this is just a period of adjustment.
So back to Monitoring the Martinez Move -
1) Today at 4:30, we are scheduled to sign a one year lease for some tenants (four college girls) to move in to our home starting June 1- let's hope they don't back out!
2) This leaves us free to move to another home, city, even state. I have already asked my boss if Austin, TX is an option and he said yes. However, that would require Luis to quit his job and find another one there.
3) I have a phone meeting with the person at my job who is responsible for locating a project and there is a big chance my next project is a work from home job for 4 months - let's hope that works out
4) And finally, Luis has an interview today with a large international market research firm in downtown Chicago. If he gets a great salary offer by April 18 - we may forgo Austin and stick to the Chicago area. Either way, it would be a win/win.
Say a prayer that all these changes are not too much for the kiddos.
Love,
Isis
Today is a big day at the Martinez household as life will probably change for for the better.
Before we get into that however, a big Happy Third Month Birthday to Andres - who reached that important milestone yesterday! The little guy likes to giggle and sing. He also tried to crawl his way out of tummy time yesterday desperate to get back into a cradled position in my arms. Poor thing . . .
And Adrian, well let's just say he is having a tough time adjusting to his new school. Today marks the end of his first week at his new Montessori school, Lectura. While the Director and the teachers are so nice and compassionate and patient, there are some things that are definitely lacking at this school that he had at his other school. For example, order, organization and encouraging his independence. Here they make his bed for him, parents put shoes on their kids at the drop off, and the shoes are in a disarray such that Adrian actually has to look for them under the coats when they should be neatly lined up in an easy to reach place. He's had at least 1 accident every day there and sometimes up to 3! This is not normal for a boy who hasn't had one in three months at home. We are being patient and hope this is just a period of adjustment.
So back to Monitoring the Martinez Move -
1) Today at 4:30, we are scheduled to sign a one year lease for some tenants (four college girls) to move in to our home starting June 1- let's hope they don't back out!
2) This leaves us free to move to another home, city, even state. I have already asked my boss if Austin, TX is an option and he said yes. However, that would require Luis to quit his job and find another one there.
3) I have a phone meeting with the person at my job who is responsible for locating a project and there is a big chance my next project is a work from home job for 4 months - let's hope that works out
4) And finally, Luis has an interview today with a large international market research firm in downtown Chicago. If he gets a great salary offer by April 18 - we may forgo Austin and stick to the Chicago area. Either way, it would be a win/win.
Say a prayer that all these changes are not too much for the kiddos.
Love,
Isis
Friday, April 1, 2011
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