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Unintentionally Terrifying Commercial

by Stephanie on August 23, 2010 in Uncategorized

DISCLAIMER: I have a wonderful dentist, the first in nearly 30 years that I enjoy visiting. This has not always been the case. Previous dentists/orthodontists have been my adversaries – due in large part to my less-than spectacular dental history. Cavities? Yep. Root Canals? Yep. Abscessed tooth? Uh-huh. Braces? Of course. That is why I find the following local commercial absolutely terrifying.

I can’t picture anything more horrifying than laying down in my home to take a nap, only to wake up to a group of strangers performing dental surgery on me. Sure – the point of the commercial is to illustrate how relaxing their practice is. But it still freaks me out.

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Week Two: Unicorn Chaser

by Corey on August 22, 2010 in Uncategorized

If you read the “Week One” post, you may be curious as to what has been going on in the past week or desperately searching the internet for a unicorn chaser. I had been pretty worn out after everything that had happened. Worn out as in “getting up from the couch was today’s accomplishment”. Feeling a bit low, I consulted my dear friend Jeff (of the Goldblums…not of the “Action Woods”) for advice. He gave me this nugget:

I’m simply saying that life, uh, finds a way. sound bite Jeff Goldblum sound bites

Indeed, good sir.

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Week One, Weak One: The Birth Story

by Stephanie on August 17, 2010 in Corey, Elliott, Stephanie

The fact that I haven’t updated the blog after the blessed arrival should be the first sign that things did not go according to plan. Not my plans, at least. Maybe I have an arch nemesis somewhere who concocted the events that have unfolded since 5 a.m. August 6th. If that is the case – then things for my arch nemesis went off without a hitch. I’m still exhausted, achy and dehydrated -but I wanted to document everything that happened before it’s too late.

SPOILER ALERT: If you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant or know someone who may one day consider becoming pregnant – do not read any further. Having been recently pregnant – I know the desire to avoid delivery horror stories, opting instead for fearful optimism. The following, ladies and gentlemen, is not an uplifting delivery story. Don’t worry – the baby is healthy, vibrant and wonderful. The mother on the other hand – is a different story.

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Photos: Baby Shower Hosted at the Academy

by Corey on August 13, 2010 in Alderdice, Corey, Elliott, Photo Albums, Stephanie

Schneider Hall seems to be an important fixture in my life. I spent the entirety of my sophomore year in the building. It was where I turned on a TV the morning of 9-11 to see the events of the day unfolding. It was where I found out that my grandmother was going to pass away. It’s where I made new friends. It’s where a stream of those friends called at 3 a.m. to use the restroom the night they camped out on the lawn of Potter Hall in hopes of getting a room in the renovated directional halls on campus.

Since coming back in 2007, it’s the place where I’ve grown personally and professionally–a place where I have the good fortune of meeting hundred of the state’s finest young people through Nerd Camp and the Academy. It’s also the place where Stephanie and I celebrated our wedding reception. (Some folks say it’s the nicest the Fourth Floor Common Room has ever looked.)

Tuesday, August 3, marked another celebration in the building. Our friends and coworkers at the Academy and The Center hosted a baby shower for Elliott. We’ve been so thankful not only for their gifts but also their support and encouragement leading up to his arrival and in the days since. We look forward to him meeting these dear friends some time late next week.

Here’s hoping that some day Elliott will enjoy time in Schneider Hall as well as a Nerd Camper and Academy Class of 2028 student.

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For Your Consideration: Jeff Woods as BG’s Favorite TV Personality

by Corey on August 10, 2010 in Advocacy, Alderdice, Corey, Entertainment, Human Behavior, Information, Memes, Social Issues

The Alderdice household is a big fan of Jeff “Action” Woods, sportscaster extraordinaire, good pal, and just a generally great guy.

Jeff isn’t a fan of the fact that I’ve nicknamed him “Action” and petitioned him on several occasions to adopt the moniker on air. Friends and gentle readers, I believe we can make that and more happen for old Jeffrey.

I sent myself an email reminder exactly one year ago so I wouldn’t forget about this. Nominations have begun for the 2010 Best of Bowling Green. The contest recognizes favorite restaurants, stores, and individuals in the city of Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Most of all, I want to see Jeff “Action” Woods as a finalist for Category #104 — Best Local TV Personality.

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Photos: Coming Home

by Corey on August 9, 2010 in Alderdice, Corey, Elliott, Lily, Photo Albums, Stephanie

The only thing good about a stay in the hospital such as this is that it brought Elliott into our world. The journey began at 5 a.m. on Friday and finally wrapped up shortly after noon today. Granted, there will be trips to visit Dr. Baker, our pediatrican and other stops along the way in the days ahead but I’d be happy if that was our last stay in a hospital for a while.

For the time being, though, we’re happy to have Elliott at home. Lily, on the other hand, is a bit apprehensive about having something else tiny in the house; however, she seems to be warming up to the little fella. Both mother and child seem to be settling in well, though each have had a couple of naps today.

Until Stephanie writes an account of the last few days, enjoy these photos from our last day at the Bowling Green Medical Center and our first day as a newly-minted family at 806 Brownstone Way.

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Photos: Welcome to Our Family

by Corey on August 8, 2010 in Alderdice, Elliott

What an exciting forty-eight hours it has been in the Alderdice world. We were excited to welcome little Elliott Lyndan Alderdice at 9:05 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2010. The fella was eight pounds, five ounces and twenty-one-and-a-quarter inches long. We’re happy to share this first bath of photos with you.