I'm starving!

I'm so sick of milk!!!! I want a ham steak or pizza! In the meantime, I'll eat this...

It's that time of year!

When the snow flurries appear, and mom freezes her ass off because she has no clue how to dress in anything below 75 degrees. This of course, translates into not knowing how to dress me, but thankfully the rest of the family does. Thank you, aunt Sandra, for this lovely onsie purchased from the GAP in SAN DIEGO. 

I look fabulous as a polar bear! 

Also, after a few beers, dad is convinced we should send my picture to modeling agencies in NYC to get us the hell out of Eastern Europe! Mom agrees!!! 

I think I may have a shot! 

Wicked Witch of the East

Don't divert your eyes! My feet will shrivel and disappear momentarily! 

Also, despite it being cloudy and 10 degrees, I still like to wear dad's tactical sunglasses when given the opportunity. 

I'm such a celebrity that this is the only way I can safely get around town. So annoying! 

Rain, rain, go AWAY! Like, NOW!

So mom hasn't exactly acclimated to Eastern European weather, considering she grew up in the land of sunshine and zero humidity. Dad says that living in Southern California actually kills brain cells because you put no thought into deciding what to wear. I think he's right...because mom seems to be working on about five total. 

Mom literally took an hour to get ready, and then of course, opted to wear the most absorbent sweater she owns. Needless to say, she looked like a very sad, drowned rat when we got home. 

Also, the following is a picture mom snapped after dad dressed me yesterday! He may know cold weather, but he certainly won't be winning any fashion awards anytime soon. 

That would be yellow, brown, green and two very different shades of pink. He obviously doesn't want me to date. 

Appreciation

So dad mentioned it was cold in Budapest, and since most of the time mom and I don't listen to him, we were in for a big surprise when we got home. It's probably 40 degrees Fahrenheit. I miss the sun!!! The day before we left it was probably 85 in San Diego. At least mom and I get to wear all the warm stuff we bought for the winter.

Also, mom and I slept 13 hours straight when we got home! Needless to say, we won't be sleeping tonight! Where's the party!!!?

Unfortunately, dad only got to sleep two hours and then had to go fly again. I swear, that guy is a glutton for punishment. Thankfully, after today, he has an entire week off! When he gets home I'm going to ask him if we can go on vacation to Spain. 

Transcontinental debauchery.

For the first hour dad and I made friends. Mom isn't as social. 

Then I proceeded to sleep a whole 8 hours on the 9 hour flight. Per my usual, I took up more space than I was technically allowed. Mom and dad are suckers for my cuteness! 

It was actually surprisingly comfortable, despite first appearances. 

I took one sip of British beer and this is what ensued. Life is good! 

Ready to go!

Dad had to buy an extra ticket to get me on the flight. I guess he really wanted me to come home! 

I'll call everyone upon on arrival in the eastern bloc! Love my San Diego family!! 

Protein burgers are for weenies!

Give me carbs!!!! I'm my father's daughter...it's not my fault. 

The bunch.

Mom and I have been hanging out with the American side of the fam while in San Diego and it's been really fun! Riley makes me laugh ALL the time. We have a pretty awesome connection. 

Me and aunt Krystle staring at the bamboo that's breaking grandma's fence. 

We went to dinner and I ordered steak...rare. 

I know, I look like my dad. 

It's hard to see, but that's a picture of all of us! We're really smart and take picture in front of windows. Of course, the really brilliant waiter wasn't much help. 

My thoughts on the US vs. Europe.

People are always asking mom what the differences are between living in Europe verses the US. She tends to come up with really stupid stuff, like, oh, the weather is better in San Diego. She doesn't do too well on the spot. 

She does have a point, it really is better. 

Mom also tends to talk to herself, now that dad is back home in Budapest. So I figured I'd write down all the things I've noticed since my arrival to this earth, roughly six months ago.

This is a list of things I love about Europe and a list about the US...y'all can judge! (Yea, I picked up a Texas accent after dad took me to Boot Barn to get cowboy boots.)

Ways Europe Beats the US...

1. Healthcare.  Mom was able to give birth to yours truly for $3000. I'm not sure how she could have afforded to get me out in the US, so it was a win/win for us all. That was the price WITHOUT insurance, or special rate for being married to dad. Oh, plus, as the newest Hungarian citizen, I get free healthcare for my whole life! Score!

2. Life Span.  I'm pretty sure people in the US frequent In-n-Out a few too many times in their life span, which may or may not lead to heart disease, diabetes, and everything else associated with obesity.  (No offense to the American side of my family, namely dad, the American wanna-be, who LOVES In-n-Out.)

3. Vacation Spots. In under three hours, I could be in London, Nice, or Istanbul. Need I say more?

4. Transportation.  For a small fee (usually free, if you have the guts) you can take a tram, bus or metro to get anywhere in any major city. Not so much in San Diego. Mom had to rent a really lame Chevy Impala. Plus in Europe, walking is the standard, which is great for keeping in shape. I don't have to worry about that though, because mom and dad carry my big butt around.

5. Fresh Produce.  There are markets everywhere, pretty much everyday. Flowers, squash, berries, you name it. It's cheap too, which is great. Too bad mom and dad just typically order Indian food.

How God Blessed America...

1. Food. Mom just scarfed down two bowls of fettuccini as I dictated this blog. Gross. Anyway, food in the US is awesome, because you can get anything you want anytime you want it. Dad is a fan of Black Angus, where he can get prime rib and a martini for cheap.

2. People. People here are MUCH nicer than people in Europe, but there are far more crazy people here as well.  People in the US tend to be much more open and friendly, especially to me because I'm really cute and slim for a baby. 

3. Convenience. You have access to anything you could ever imagine, and for affordable prices! I love AMERICA!

4. Customer Service. Usually when you buy something in Europe, returning it is nearly impossible. You need a ton of documentation, AND a LOT of bribe money. Here, you can use something for a year, throw it in the middle of the street to be run over, and return it no problem.

5. Cars. Cars are just cooler here. Namely, mom's old Challenger, which she misses dearly. Cry me a river, mom.

6. The sun. Ok, so I know we are staying in San Diego, so it's not a good measure for the rest of the 49 states, but it's been really nice to see the sun EVERY SINGLE DAY.

There are more comparisons I could talk about, but mom says she needs a bloody mary, so I'll leave those for another time.

Cheers!

Tea for three!

We went to great grandma's yesterday and I had so much fun!! I kicked paper bags while mom and great grandma talked about life and funny stuff because they just kept laughing and laughing! 

I wish we lived here so we could see great grandma every week! She made me laugh and sang me French songs!! Mom needs to take notes!