Mama Pajama

Ready for a Seafood Cook Off?

Since I married a Cajun, I have had the opportunity to learn a lot about cooking great seafood dishes. I really enjoy all kinds of seafood, but I love shrimp and crab the best.  One of the best recipes I have, is for Cajun Stuffed Crabs. So, I decided to share it. I really think you'll like it. It  might even be a contender to win a  Cook off.  But, if you think of anything I could add or change to make it better, please let me know by leaving a comment.  Here's the recipe:

Cajun Stuffed Crabs

Ingredients:  1 lb. white crabmeat, 4 stale hamburger buns or 5 slices stale bread (just leave it out for a couple of hours), 1/4 lb. butter, 3 eggs, 1/2 cup chopped green onions, 1/2 cup chopped parsley, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper, 2 minced cloves garlic, 1 cup chopped onions, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1 cup evaporated milk, 1/2 tsp.Worcestershire Sauce, plain breadcrumbs, foil (to make "crab shells") or actual crab shells, salt, red pepper, and black pepper to taste.

Directions: 

***In a separate dish, combine the evaporated milk and eggs, and then soak the buns (or bread) in this mixture.

Using a 3 inch deep casserole pan, saute your onions, celery, garlic, and bell pepper in the butter until wilted.  Add in the Worcestershire sauce and the crabmeat, and then season to taste with the salt, red, and black pepper.  Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring constantly.  Now, add the green onions and the parsley.  Then, add the buns(or bread) which have been soaking in the milk and eggs.  Mix well.  Stuff the crab shells (or "foil crabs") with this mixture.  Sprinkle the tops with plain bread crumbs (I used packaged bread crumbs).  Bake at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes, or until brown.

I'm really excited aboutthe Great American Seafood Cook Off. It will definitely stress the positiveness of domestic seafood sustainability.  There's nothing better than buying seafood locally. This allows us to know the exact source of our food. Plus, there's no doubt that fresh seafood tastes much better.

Adventures in Babysitting

I just started babysitting my niece. She is almost two years old, and has tons of energy. I think it's going to be really good for Cameron to be around her, since he hasn't really been around other children. They both need to learn about sharing, that's for sure!

Want to Get Organized?

First of all, you should know that it took a lot of courage for me to show this "before" picture of my computer station.  I used to pride myself on my organizational skills.  When I was a teacher, I really had to stay on top of things in order to make sure I didn't lose important papers. But, since I've been staying at home for the past few years, I've apparently let this skill go.

This is why I was so pleased to receive a set of stylish organizational tools from Carolina Pad and Paper and Jacqueline Savage McFee.  The set included several colorful and cute polka dotted folders and files, a chic black and white journal, a new mousepad, a calendar, and small sticky notes and magnets. It really inspired me to change my ways and get it together!

If you are interested in sprucing up your own work space, you should head on over to Walmart, where you can find all of these stylish supplies. If you're a school supply nerd like me, you'll surely be in hog heaven!

If you happen to have a great organizational tip to help women and teens get organized in style, here's your chance to share it!

Head on over to the Carolina Pad and Paper website and enter the "Glam Your Office Makeover Contest." The ten most original and creative entries will be featured on the Carolina Pad and Paper website's "Get Organized" page and will win: the Complete Eye Candy or Simply Chic office system, a $100 gift card , and 1000 Best Quick and Easy Organizing Secrets by Jamie Novak.

Well, thanks to the Complete Eye Candy and Simply Chic products, here is the "after" shot of my desk. Now isn't that better? I think so, too.

All By Myself

This morning I couldn't find Cameron. Then I looked up and I saw him smiling down at me from upstairs.  We really need to put up a gate!  If someone had told me, even a few months ago, that Cameron would be climbing up the stairs in July, I would have told them they were crazy. But I love when he proves us wrong! 

Great Place for Parts

I have always thought that restoring an old classic car would be both fun and rewarding. I'm sure that it would be time consuming. But today, the parts are much easier to find. Are you looking for Bug parts? At BFY Obsolete Parts you will find all of the Volkswagen and Porsche replacement parts you will need for your restoration project.  They even have interior supplies for a Transporter, engine parts for a Karmann Ghia, and accessories for a Porsche 356!  At BFYObsoleteParts.com you will find everything you could possibly need.  If you are involved in a project like this, you simply must check out their site! What are you waiting for?

Daddy Said, "No!"

Even Daddy has his limits. Cameron's favorite thing now is to grab the blinds and slam them against the window.  This goes for all windows in the house.  Last night he looked right at us and did it anyway.  You can see by his face that he knows he did something wrong.  : )

Need New Gear?

If you are a police officer, or in another profession that requires tactical gear, you should check out this website.  They have everything from tactical pants to jackets, boots, hats, gloves, and even sunglasses.  You will be able to find everything you need to be prepared.  Check it out today!

Enough with the Camera!

I think Cameron is finally tired of having his picture taken.  Here he was looking a little disgusted with me.  I could back off, but then what would I have to post about on my blog?

Lighting

After moving into our new house, we changed out a lot of the light fixtures.  We wanted to make the lighting match more with the decor of our home. I found a bunch of really stylish ones at maxim lighting. The ones that came with the house were extrememly plain.  Then, Chris bought the energy efficient light bulbs for them. Hopefully, this will pay off with lower electricity bills this summer. 

Skin Problems

I can't wrap my brain around the fact that I still have problem skin areas on my face. For goodness sakes, I'm thirty-one years old!  But, at least there are products out there for people like me, who have adult acne.  I'm still searching for that perfect acne treatment, but until then, at least I can cover it up with makeup!

Kimberly-Clark's "Rock Your School" Sweepstakes

Kimberly-Clark Corporation is planning to to bring some fun back to school this fall! They have partnered with Box Tops for Education to launch the "Rock Your School" sweepstakes to offer parents a chance to win 100,000 Bonus Box Tops, plus an exclusive concert featuring Radio Disney Star Jordan Pruitt. How fun is that?

Box Tops for Education is a fundraising program that suppports schools by providing cash for each Box Top that consumers send in from participating brands. Schools are always in need of new effective learning tools. When I was teaching elementary school, we used to compete between grade levels to see who could collect the most Box Tops for the school. It was a fun and beneficial project for the entire school.

With 100,000 Box Tops for Education (that's equivalent to $10,000!), a school could get a mobile cart complete with 20 wireless laptops that could travel from classroom to classroom. The Box Tops could also be used to buy enough No. 2 pencils to stretch across more than 145 football fields! Or, how about taking a class field trip to the Smithsonian? Students could fly from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. with all air and hotel expenses included! And, don't forget that in addition to the 100,000 Bonus Box Tops prize, the winning school will also receive a concert featuring pop singer Jordan Pruitt.

Parents of students in grades K through 8 can enter the sweepstakes daily June 28 through Sept. 15 via tear pads in participating retail stores or online at www.RockBacktoSchool.com. More than 1,000 winners will enjoy prizes, including 1,000 Bonus Box Tops and autographed copies of one of Pruitt’s CDs. One grand prize winner will win a Jordan Pruitt concert at their child’s school and 100,000 Bonus Box Tops. Winners will be selected at random from all eligible entries on or around Sept. 22.

Look for Box Tops on Kimberly-Clark brands like Huggies diapers, Scott tissue, Viva paper towels, and Poise pads. Good luck!

Have You Seen This?

A hurricane is currently hitting South Texas right now. Thank God it didn't head our way.  I was just watching news coverage, and as usual, there are newscasters standing out in the dangerous wind and rain.  There's nothing funny about flooding, but reporters sometimes exaggerate...

It reminded me of a funny clip that was on the Today Show several years back. Reporter MIchelle Kosinski is in a canoe....just watch it for yourself.   If you haven't seen it, you should take a moment to do so right now. It will make you chuckle. Watch the whole thing to see Matt's and Katie's reactions.

Paintball

Today I'm  feeling like Chris and I need to go do something fun this weekend. I was thinking about playing paintball.  The only problem with paintball, is that I always lose!  But, it is a good stress reliever.  In college, my friends and I did it a few times, and I always got my butt kicked.  Chris is fast on his feet, which is a problem - since I have been told that I run like a goose. I found a bunch of BT Paintball gear online, so I am sure Chris will want some of it after he see is.  It looks like hunting gear.

Just for Fun

Beating the Heat

It has been ridiculously hot here.  We need rain, and lots of it.  I would love to let Cameron climb and play on this Little Tikes Climber, but it has been much too hot and humid.  Oh well, I guess it will seem new to him when and if fall ever rolls around.

Poise Passion Award

We have probably all seen the ads for Poise pads on television. You know, pads to deal with bladder leakage. But, for most of us, it's still a taboo topic. In fact, 80% of women dealing with this issue do not feel comfortable talking about it. But, if you are a mom, there's a 25% chance that you are suffering from this annoying and often embarrassing problem.

To help open a dialogue about pelvic health and reverse the stigma often associated with bladder and pelvic issues, Kimberly-Clark's Poise brand has joined hands with the Women's Health Foundation (WHF) to increase awareness of pelvic health and wellness. Recently, the Foundation held the "Below the Belt" benefit to raise awareness of the issues effecting women today and celebrate champions of the cause. At the event, Poise presented the first-ever Passion Award to Linda Michael of Portage, Indiana because her story of personal triumph over pelvic pain and bladder control issues - and her willingness to tell it - has inspired women and doctors alike to share their stories. Please feel free to read Linda's inspiring story for yourself.

My Boys

Cameron isn't really sure what's going on with his dog. He keeps going near the kitchen to watch Buster.  We are obviously keeping them apart for a while.  Cameron is fairly gentle with him, considering he's a three year old boy, but you never know. I would hate for Cameron to accidentally hit him where it hurts. 

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Want to See Them for Yourself?

Some of you might think this is kind of gross, but I'm posting it anyway. Here's an ultrasound picture of Buster's bladder stones. If you look at the very bottom in the center, you'll see two white marks. Those are the stones.  (There were actually three) Pretty wicked image, right?  At least they're out of there now.

Computer Station

I really like the set up we have in our game room now.  We thought about looking at new computer desks, but the one we have fits pretty well in this corner. Even though it is kind of small, it holds enough for me! Chris bought a small new desk for another room so that we can keep bills in a seperate place. My computer station gets pretty messy, so that is probably a good thing!

Cool New Product for Hot Tubs

Have you heard about the latest new product for hot tub covers? It's something called SpaScenes!  They are new waterproof vinyl murals that will change the boring gray or brown underside of an existing spa cover into a cool, unique, tropical experience!  What's really cool about them, is that they actually reflect the movement of the water in the hot tub. This gives the effect of waterfalls, lagoons, beaches, or sunsets over the water.  When the light is just right, you'll see exactly what I mean! 

If you think about it, something like a SpaScenes mural is very affordable, when you consider the overall expense of your hot tub and landscaping project.  It's also very easy to install.  You just trim it to fit your existing cover!  Plus, it is waterproof, resistant to chemicals, and extremely durable. 

Some of our friends have a hot tub, so I think this would make a great gift idea for them this Christmas.  If you already have a hot tub, why not make it even more enjoyable?

Computer Needs

Recently, we were considering giving up our high speed internet.  While it may seem like it, it really isn't a necessity!  But, after using a computer with dial-up recently, I realized how frustrating it can be when things move at a snail's pace. I think we're going to keep our high speed, and maybe just give up going out to eat every once in a while!  All of this computer talk reminds me that I need to find my flash memory stick so that I can upload more pictures of Cameron!

Look at Me!

I think I already mentioned  how Cameron has finally figured out how to use this toy. But, now he's really using it all day. It feels so good to see him playing with "in" toys now. He has a bunch of them, but this one is the hardest. He can even do it while standing on his parallel bars (squatting down to pick up the balls).

Here he is, showing off his new skill for Maw Maw (his great-grandmother).  Meme, MawMaw, Mama, and Daddy  were all very impressed (as usual!).

OpenDada API

Have you heard about the brand new OpenDada API? It is a newly launched Music API from Dada Entertainment LLC. You might recognize Dada Entertainment, because they are a well known ringtones and MP3 music provider. They are now offering a mutually beneficial program just for you. If you sign up today, as a partner through OpenDada, you can get paid for leads that you send there.  What is really cool about all of this, is that as an affiliate, you can contextually integrate Dada.net's content catalog directly on your website and earn money.  How easy and fun is that? I am going to head over there right now to join the affiliate program!

Another Update on Buster

Well, Buster is not happy about having to wear the E Collar.  I can't blame him. But it is keeping him from licking/biting the huge incision on his belly.  We have to bring him back in two weeks to get the staples removed.

Considering he had major surgery, he's acting pretty tough.  He needs to go out extremely often, and there's still going to be blood in his urine for a week or so. But all in all he's handling all of it like a trooper.

To think that he had to go through all of this just because a  few small stones (that looked like miniature pinecones!) were spinning around in his bladder. Poor dog!

GameStop

I have to admit, I have always been a video game lover. I was definitely hooked on PacMan and Space Invaders as a kid (which seem so antiquated now!). Then we moved on to the Nintendo, and all of the gaming systems that have since evolved over the past twenty years.  I especially love the new Nintendo Wii. The sports games that require realistic movement are my favorites. These make you feel less guilty about spending time playing, since you're also getting exercise at the same time. 

GameStop is my favorite place to find the latest and greatest video games.  They have such a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Plus, they actually refuse to sell mature-content games to children that are not yet at the appropriate age. I love that! Since kids change their minds about games about as often as they do about which activities in which they want to participate, it is sometimes difficult to figure out which games are really worth buying. This is why GameStop offers a trade-in program that lets you bring in the old games and get credit towards new titles or even systems! This makes enjoying video games a lot easier on the family budget.

This morning I found a fantastic new game for the Nintendo Wii. It's called 'Top Spin Tennis'. It lets you use the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers in a way that matches the movements players would make on a real court. It's so cool! You can choose from ten different venues around the globe, and over a dozen licensed tennis stars to be.  Other options include singles, doubles, exhibitions, tournament, and more.  The possibilities are endless.  I can't wait to get good at it so that I can finally say I beat Chris at tennis! 

 

Buster's Surgery Update

   We just heard from the Vet Surgeon that Buster's bladder stone was successfully removed. He had told us this morning that he might end up needing a more complicated surgery due to the location of the stone(s) but he ended up not needing that.  I never thought we'd be spending this much money on a dog...but he's part of the family.  At least this was a problem with a clear solution. We are going to pick him up tomorrow morning - coming off of pain meds, I'm sure. That should be interesting!  Poor B.

What Happens on the Golf Course...

If you are headed to Las Vegas any time soon, you should check out LasVegasGolfing.com.  They feature tons of great Las Vegas golf vacation packages. Not only are the featured locations the hottest spots around, but they can be found at unbeatable prices!  I don't know about you, but that's just what we're looking for!  I found terrific deals at courses like TPC Las Vegas, Siena, Angel Park, Revere, Paiute and Tuscany.  I think it's really cool that now we can play on courses designed and played by some of golf's greatest players!  You should check out this site to find Las Vegas golf specials .You will be shocked by how little you'll pay to play the game you love in Las Vegas!

Buster's Surgery

Well, tomorrow Buster is having his bladder stone surgery. Today he went for an ultrasound (they couldn't see the stones on the vet's x-ray) and we were able to see the actual stones.  Hopefully, everything will go smoothly.  Cameron is so attached to Buster now. I really think he'll be fine. He's a tough little dog.

Choice Checks

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Thursday Thirteen: My George Michael Concert Experience

Oh yes.  I finally got to see my musical soulmate live and in person.  It was everything I thought it would be and more.  His voice was crystal clear, the band was amazing, and I lost my voice screaming and singing to every single song. Even Chris agreed that this was an awesome concert.

My husband bought me tickets after we saw him on the American Idol Finale.  I hadn't heard that he was touring in the US until that night...so there was simply no way we weren't buying tickets that very same night - Happy Birthday to Me!!!

I have loved George Michael through every step of his career. (My very first .45 record was Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go.) I was a seven year old dancing to his Make It Big album (cassette tape). I ran out and bought Music From the Edge of Heaven when it was released in the US. My friend and I had the video of George singing "I Knew You Were Waiting for Me" with Aretha Franklin on a VHS tape that we watched over and over again until it fell apart. I was a preteen loving the Faith Album.  But, Listen Without Prejudice is my favorite of all. Every single track reminds me of different times in my life - and hearing him sing Waiting (Reprise) at the beginning of the concert gave me chills.  I also had an unexpected reaction to I'm Your Man. I started crying! (picture the teenage girls falling apart over the Beatles in the 60s)  But I quickly pulled it together - reminding myself that I'm now a 31 year old stay-at-home mom. 

As an adult, I have bought each of his newer albums as they've been released. I still haven't found a song I don't like!  I wish he had played a few songs that weren't on the concert playlist (Waiting for That Day) - but then again, I'd probably want him to sing his entire repertoire and that's just not practical for a two hour concert. 

I've followed his entire career, but I'm not obsessed with his personal life - just his music!  His voice is incredible, and he really gets down while singing. I'm talking about the shameless, fantasticly fun kind of dancing that makes you want to get up on the stage and join him....but don't worry, I didn't. 

Here are my 13 favorite songs that George sang on July 14th in Houston. (I ranked them with #1 as my favorite) In case you want to hear/watch the song, click for a youtube link!

13. Feeling Good

12. One More Try

11. Flawless

10. Father Figure

9. Too Funky

8. Everything She Wants

7. Amazing

6. Faith

5. An Easier Affair

4. Star People

3. Hard Day

2. Waiting (Reprise)

1.Fast Love - I'm Your Man

Fun at Granny and PawPaw's

Cameron had a really fun weekend at Granny and PawPaw's. We brought him over on Sunday and he came home on Tuesday afternoon.  He fed crackers to the ducks, rode the riding lawn mower, and played with all of the cool toys at their house - enjoying every minute of it.  Can you tell?

Friday's Feast

Appetizer

When was the last time you had your hair cut/trimmed?

Since I have such a simple hairstyle, I cut my own hair pretty often.  But the last time I went for a real haircut was three years ago.

Soup

Name one thing you miss about being a child.

I miss summers of swimming and bike riding all day.  Watermelon, strawberries, and chlorine....the smells of summer!

Salad

Pick one: butter, margarine, olive oil.

I love olive oil! We use it in a lot of dishes.  Chris even likes to pour it over sunflower seeds....it's so good for you!

Main Course

If you could learn another language, which one would you pick, and why?

Spanish - It's the most practical. I wish I remembered more from high school. 

Dessert

Finish this sentence: In 5 years I expect to be…

In five years I expect to be the mother of an eight year old that is walking around and happy.

Great Deals on Glasses

Do you still need new glasses?  If you haven't heard about ZenniOptical.com you should check it out right now.  They offer prescription glasses online from only $8! Their secret to their cheap prices is that they only sell their own manufactured frames directly to the customer.  There are no middlemen, which means you save big!  Check out Zenni on Fox recently. 

Grass Gazing

We have been so lucky this year with getting just enough rain to keep the yard looking good. We have only had to water the grass a few times since May.  I hate watering the grass. It just feels wasteful.  Plus, when the grass gets too thick, it makes it hard to cut.  (Chris also triple fertilized the backyard, so that might be part of the problem.)  He's been having to cut the backyard twice a week so that the mower doesn't die on him.   

Tough Economic Times

It is so discouraging to see so many homes going into foreclosure. I often wonder about each family, and what they are going through in these tough economic times.  We are trying to watch our spending and conserve gas as much as possible. Chris even traded in his Accord for a Corolla. (It gets awesome gas mileage by the way!)  A few years ago, we didn't give gas mileage a second thought.  But with prices on almost everything continuing to rise, we're trying to be as careful as possible with our money.

Leather

I absolutely love leather. I love the look of it, the feel of it, and especially the smell of it.  Chris bought me a new leather purse for our anniversary, so my closet smells like brand new leather now. I love it!  (Yes, I know this might be weird.)  I want to find Chris a new wallet, since his is on it's last leg. I found a bunch of nice Johnston and Murphy leather accessories online. I don't have to worry about keeping it a secret, because I seriously doubt that he'll be reading this post!

Too Much Information

It is truly amazing how much memory computers come with today.  But, if your computer is running too slowly, you might need to buy memory for it.  This is a good alternative to purchasing an entirely new central processing unit.  You can actually order it online fairly easily and inexpensively.  If you're interested in buying memory, you won't have any trouble finding it!

A Cell Phone Technicality

Have you ever wondered if you could use just one phone with different cell phone providers? Well, with an unlocked phone you can do this. An unlocked cell phone can be used with various GSM-compatible carriers across the globe.  So, an unlocked cellphone can be used within the United States with T-Mobile, Cingular/AT&T, and other companies as well.  The phone must just support the frequencies of the specific service provider. Got it ; )? 

Summer's Sensational Strawberries

 

One of my favorite things about summer is all of the delicious fruit that comes into season.  Strawberries top my list of tasty treats.   While I love plenty of desserts made with strawberries, I prefer to eat them right out of the carton. They are perfectly sweet and delicious just the way they are!   

Did you know that California provides 88% of the nation's strawberries? I was surprised to learn this myself.  This region is experiencing an incredibly bountiful harvest this year. With over 35,000 acres of fields across California, the growers will be picking nearly 6 million crates of delicious, ripe strawberries this week to deliver to grocery stores nationwide.

So, wondering how to best take advantage of all these strawberries? Whether it is making fresh strawberry shortcake for a backyard barbeque, dipping them in whipped cream, or just grabbing some as a quick, sweet afternoon snack, strawberries remind us all of long, sunny summer days.

Here are a few fun strawberry facts that you might want to share with your kiddos:

• If you lined up all of the strawberries grown in California in one straight line, they would wrap around the entire Earth 15 times!
• Guessing game! There are about 200 seeds on the outside of each strawberry.
• California harvests over a billion pounds of strawberries annually.
• One acre of land (about the size of one football field) grows about 50,000 pounds of strawberries - that's the same weight as 4 elephants!

For us moms, it's worth knowing:

• Strawberries contain powerful antioxidants and rank second among the top ten fruits in antioxidant capacity: one serving of strawberries contains more Vitamin C than an orange.
• Strawberries may help reduce the risk of heart disease, fight some types of cancer and lower blood pressure.  Not bad for a little red berry!
• Don't forget! The antioxidants in strawberries also aid in memory performance and may help prevent Alzheimer's disease by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, two key factors that can cause age-related diminished brain function

Looking for strawberry recipes? You can find hundreds of them here.  Looking for something fun and educational to entertain your kids this summer? Check out Strawberryville. It's a website just for kids that's full of interactive games, activities, and kid-friendly recipes.

Wordless Wednesday

Recycline Preserve Toothbrushes

Most of us are doing what we can to reduce, reuse, and recycle.  But do you ever think about what really happens to that stuff we leave in the recycle bin at the end of our driveway?

Well, you'll be pleased to learn that Recycline Preserve has figured out a way to take recycled BPA and phthalate-free plastic (think yogurt cups), and re-recycle it into fabulous, eco-friendly toothbrushes!  What a fantastic idea, right?

What's really cool, is that when it's time to get new toothbrushes for the family, you can print out a pre-paid postage label from Recycline's website, send the used toothbrushes back to them, and the plastic will live on as a deck, picnic table, or boardwalk!  They even make Preserve Jr. toothbrushes that feature animal colors and shapes.  What a wonderful way to teach your kids about eco-friendly habits! 

You can find Recycline Preserve Toothbrushes at your local Target store for only $2.04. Feel free to download a coupon! Check out Recycline Preserve's entire line of recyclable products. 

Time to Trick Mommy...

Cameron's PT brought out these parallel bars about two months ago. Since then, he loves to walk back and forth across them several times a day.  He especially likes it when there are two people (one on each side) to cheer when he makes it across. But, when it's just the two of us, I have to crawl back and forth to catch him (which he finds hilarious).  You can see him playing his little game with me.  He starts coming one way and then decides to turn around and go the other way to "trick mommy".  Little Stinker. 

New Glasses

Could you use a new pair of glasses?  You can find really stylish prescription glasses online at zennioptical.com.  Their prices start at just eight dollars a pair!  With prices like that, you might be able to get multiple pairs!  They even have sunsensor, tinted sunglass, bifocal, and progressive lenses. Check out their site today!

Air Buster

"Live from the Astrodome....in Houston Texas....it's Buckin' Bronco Buster....." - that's Buster's cue to find that toy and play this game. He's been doing this for the past six years.  I have pictures of him doing this when he was a tiny little puppy.  Too bad they aren't digital, or I'd post them.  Chris plays this really rough game with Buster at least once a week, and Cameron never gets tired of watching it.  But, it is too hard on the arms for me to do it with him!

Answers to "Name that Future Star"

1. Courtney Love

2. Madonna

3.Mick Jagger

4. Halle Berry

5.Jennifer Lopez

6. Demi Moore

7. David Duchovny

8. Julia Roberts