Sad News

I learned that Bea Arthur died in her Los Angeles home today.

You may have known her as Maude, but she will always be Dorothy Zbornak to me. She was always the voice of reason in that crazy Miami home she shared with Blanche, Rose, and Sophia.


Rest in peace Ms. Arthur, and THANK YOU for being a friend.

Just another day missing my golden girl and Being Billingsley...

Would You Look At This!!

These are pics of the roses in my very own backyard!

I wish I could take credit for being the rose whisperer, but the truth is...

God stepped in as Master Gardener because He was sick of watching me slaughter every perfectly healthy plant I've ever put into the ground.


I think they are so pretty!!

Just another day Being Billingsley...

We Have The Bedding!

Well, it is really coming together now...

We got all of the bedding put in the crib, and Abbie thinks it is cute enough for her baby sister.

Now, if we could only name this child...

Just another day in the nursery Being Billingsley...

We Have The Crib!!

James and Abbie worked really hard to get the crib all put together this weekend. I think it looks beautiful.

The room is starting to come together!!

Just another day preparing to be a family of 4 Being Billingsley...

We Have Paint!

James and his Mom spent the day Monday painting the nursery for our little girl. The colors are so fun and bright.

They did a great job! I can't wait to get the furniture and the bedding in there.

So cute!!!

Just another busy day Being Billingsley...

Funny Name Game

I got the challenge from Anna to play this game, and now I challenge you to do the same! It is fun!

1. YOUR ROCK STAR NAME (first pet, current car): Penny Saab

2.YOUR GANGSTA NAME (fave ice cream flavor, favorite type of shoe): Candy Jar Strappy Heel

3. YOUR NATIVE AMERICAN NAME (favorite color, favorite animal): Pink Tiger

4. YOUR SOAP OPERA NAME (middle name, city where you were born): Lynn Manhattan

5. YOUR STAR WARS NAME (the first 3 letters of your last name, first 2 of your first name): Bilan

6. SUPERHERO NAME (2nd favorite color, favorite drink): Green Soda

7. STRIPPER NAME ( the name of your favorite perfume/cologne/scent,favorite candy): Pure Grace Whoppers (EXCELLENT! I don't know Anna, this might be the best stripper name ever!!)

8. TV WEATHER ANCHOR NAME (your 5th grade teacher’s last name, a major city that starts with the same letter): Smith Santa Fe

9. SPY NAME: (your favorite season/holiday, flower): Spring Rose

10. CARTOON NAME: (favorite fruit, article of clothing you’re wearing right now): Peaches Stretchy Pants

11. HIPPIE NAME: (What you ate for breakfast, your favorite tree): Strudel Magnolia

Email me with your answers!

Just another day Being Pure Grace Whoppers...

Our Little Gymnast

As we were getting ready today for gymnastics class, it occurred to me that Abbie is some glitter make-up and too much hair gel away from looking like a professional gymnast! Check out that shiny leotard...all it needs is some rhinestones!!!

Just another 10.0 day Being Billingsley...