Woke up this morning feeling hot and sweaty and yucky!
Crying baby while making hubby's lunch is tiring...and frustrating.
Gathering Garbage for Garbage day is not my favorite job.
Looking at the clock wondering if I can get stuff done before kiddos go to school.
Janea offers to watch the baby so I can take a shower.
20 minutes later I emerge refreshed, feeling more human than before, ready to tackle the day ahead.
Thanks Janea, I needed that! You rock!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Monday, May 2, 2011
A Nap, A Pizza and Target
Today was better than yesterday on the baby front.
Jayden was very fussy yesterday and he wore me out. Sleep was a slight struggle so I was tired this morning. and after taking Jaron to school this morning both the baby and I took naps...for over an hour and let me tell you it was one of the best rests I have had in the last 22 days!
I took a trip to Target and was able to get what we needed for only a little bit out of pocket and I got a 5 dollar gift card to spend next time. Plus I picked up a pizza for the kiddos and we had a Digiorno for Dan and I so it was pizza night for dinner.
All in all it was a much better day and we are looking forward to tomorrow.
Jayden was very fussy yesterday and he wore me out. Sleep was a slight struggle so I was tired this morning. and after taking Jaron to school this morning both the baby and I took naps...for over an hour and let me tell you it was one of the best rests I have had in the last 22 days!
I took a trip to Target and was able to get what we needed for only a little bit out of pocket and I got a 5 dollar gift card to spend next time. Plus I picked up a pizza for the kiddos and we had a Digiorno for Dan and I so it was pizza night for dinner.
All in all it was a much better day and we are looking forward to tomorrow.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Thanking MOBY
Oh my word we had a fussy baby today. Finally I couldn't take it anymore and I put Jayden in the Moby Wrap I got from a friend. And he calmed down and went to sleep! Thank you MOBY!
Sunday
It's Sunday! May 1st...feels like April just sped by...but having a new baby will do that for you! Jayden is 3 weeks old today...and we made it to both church and Sunday School this morning.
Jayden will definately be heading to the nursery soon...he's a little noisy during church and we were very distracted and leaving and returning and I feel that is intrusive to others so I know that there are people in the nursery to watch babies and I will feel comfortable sitting in church and learning and letting someone else watch the baby for a short time...he'll probably still go with us to Sunday School...trying to minimize the germs...
We are also getting used to not going out for lunch after church. It's really not in the budget now that I am not working and since the baby needs to eat soon after church it's a good idea to head home. Today for lunch we enjoyed homemade hamburgers, french fries baked in the oven and each other's company.
Now on to laundry and naps and hopefully we will be ready to start the week ahead!
Jayden will definately be heading to the nursery soon...he's a little noisy during church and we were very distracted and leaving and returning and I feel that is intrusive to others so I know that there are people in the nursery to watch babies and I will feel comfortable sitting in church and learning and letting someone else watch the baby for a short time...he'll probably still go with us to Sunday School...trying to minimize the germs...
We are also getting used to not going out for lunch after church. It's really not in the budget now that I am not working and since the baby needs to eat soon after church it's a good idea to head home. Today for lunch we enjoyed homemade hamburgers, french fries baked in the oven and each other's company.
Now on to laundry and naps and hopefully we will be ready to start the week ahead!
Monday, April 25, 2011
My Sweet Boy
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Trying to Deal
I'm trying to deal with my feelings toward my family.
I'm tired and yet I don't get to nap...others' nap but not me...so I am trying to be encouraging towards the ones sleeping and not be bitter.
I get hungry but I am the only one who really makes food for people...unless other's bring a home cooked meal I have to suck it up and cook something if I want to eat! It isn't fair but it is life and I am grateful to have food to prepare and eat.
I'm trying to be understanding and kind but I want to be selfish and make others take care of me...and I can't force them to do that and so I am trying to deal with it all...this too shall pass and life will get easier again. I do feel better than I did even a few days ago and I will continue to feel better so this too shall pass and I will learn how to deal with it all.
I'm tired and yet I don't get to nap...others' nap but not me...so I am trying to be encouraging towards the ones sleeping and not be bitter.
I get hungry but I am the only one who really makes food for people...unless other's bring a home cooked meal I have to suck it up and cook something if I want to eat! It isn't fair but it is life and I am grateful to have food to prepare and eat.
I'm trying to be understanding and kind but I want to be selfish and make others take care of me...and I can't force them to do that and so I am trying to deal with it all...this too shall pass and life will get easier again. I do feel better than I did even a few days ago and I will continue to feel better so this too shall pass and I will learn how to deal with it all.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
The Little Things
I'm finding little things matter more when you have a newborn. Here are some little things that have made my week...
1. Meals prepared by church friends...not having to cook is a blessing.
2. SHOWERS...make one tired mama feel somewhat human again.
3. Cute baby stuff...makes the tiredness kinda melt away.
4. Big kids who help...entertaining the baby is easier with 2 helpers!
5. 5-10 minutes getting to recharge my batteries reading a book or something...refreshes the spirit!
6. Daddy babysitting...Dan watched the baby on Tuesday so that the big kids and I could go to Culver's night for Jaron's school...they survived, we had fun...a win win situation!
1. Meals prepared by church friends...not having to cook is a blessing.
2. SHOWERS...make one tired mama feel somewhat human again.
3. Cute baby stuff...makes the tiredness kinda melt away.
4. Big kids who help...entertaining the baby is easier with 2 helpers!
5. 5-10 minutes getting to recharge my batteries reading a book or something...refreshes the spirit!
6. Daddy babysitting...Dan watched the baby on Tuesday so that the big kids and I could go to Culver's night for Jaron's school...they survived, we had fun...a win win situation!
Monday, April 18, 2011
The Bilirubin Diaries
Bilirubin (formerly referred to as hematoidin) is the yellow breakdown product of normal heme catabolism. Heme is found in hemoglobin, a principal component of red blood cells. Bilirubin is excreted in bile and urine, and elevated levels may indicate certain diseases. It is responsible for the yellow color of bruises, urine (via its reduced breakdown product, urobilin), and the yellow discoloration in jaundice.
Bilirubin...the stuff that causes Jaundice has been rampant in our little newborn.
Tuesday April 12...Jayden has a bilirubin level of 9.6 as we leave the hospital this is considered borderline but it is relatively low so I wasn't really worried. Our hospital pediatrician recommends that he be seen by our family doctor by Friday.
Thursday April 14th..Jayden is looking a little orange and my mom comments that I might want to get that checked out...I agree and schedule an appointment for the next morning...
Friday April 15th...Jayden is looking mighty orange. My mom and I take him to the doctor and he recommends a bilirubin test so after heading to the hospital lab we get done and take him home. The doctor's office calls and tells me that his number is now double...18.2 and he is concerned and thinks we need to be seen at Children's Mercy for a second opinion. I'm a little panicked at this point...and between my mom and I and Dan we get him to Children's Mercy. They decide to admit him to have some intense photo therapy...so that began one of the longest nights that I have experienced in my kids lives.
At 7:00 Dan and I left to grab dinner...Jayden started out in the isolette unit and was doing well so we felt comfortable leaving and I was STARVING and I could not stomach the thought of hospital food...we returned by 8:00 where the nurse let us know that Jayden was hungry and fussy...so I nursed him and we got him back in to the isolette as he was only able to come out for half hour periods every 2 hours...I am exhausted at this point and Dan has me lay down on the bed in the room and he takes a shift....Jayden really isn't liking the light box at this point and is squirming, crying and kicking...so either Dan or I had to take turns holding in a binky and rubbing his back, head or feet to help him remain calm...we go through 2 hours of this and feed him again...then the nurse comes to do a bilirubin level on him. His level is now 16.5 down almost a full 2 points in 3 hours.
The doctor comes in a little later and we were basically told that we had over reacted and that Jayden would be fine and that it's normal and no big deal...well we were simply following the advise of medical professionals and we would not have done the hospital if it hadn't been recommended...well, she tells us we can go home if we want or stay...it's up to us...we decide to head home and around 12:30 we finally get home.
Saturday April 16th...Dan rigs up some plant lights and we sit under them for the entire day...keeping Jayden in the "sunshine" by the end of the day his skin is looking much better...and we are encouraged by his progress.
Sunday April 17th...We don't go to church and spend the morning sitting under lights...the afternoon is spent cleaning house, mowing the lawn and other such projects.
Monday April 18th...first day for mom to be in charge of car duty...Baby has appointment with doctor at 11. Doctor is encouraged by the way his skin looks and has us do another bilirubin test at the lab...and Praise God his level is now 13.5 and dropping! So it looks like the saga of the bilirubin will soon be over!
We are thankful for modern medicine and that our baby will be okay!
Bilirubin...the stuff that causes Jaundice has been rampant in our little newborn.
Tuesday April 12...Jayden has a bilirubin level of 9.6 as we leave the hospital this is considered borderline but it is relatively low so I wasn't really worried. Our hospital pediatrician recommends that he be seen by our family doctor by Friday.
Thursday April 14th..Jayden is looking a little orange and my mom comments that I might want to get that checked out...I agree and schedule an appointment for the next morning...
Friday April 15th...Jayden is looking mighty orange. My mom and I take him to the doctor and he recommends a bilirubin test so after heading to the hospital lab we get done and take him home. The doctor's office calls and tells me that his number is now double...18.2 and he is concerned and thinks we need to be seen at Children's Mercy for a second opinion. I'm a little panicked at this point...and between my mom and I and Dan we get him to Children's Mercy. They decide to admit him to have some intense photo therapy...so that began one of the longest nights that I have experienced in my kids lives.
At 7:00 Dan and I left to grab dinner...Jayden started out in the isolette unit and was doing well so we felt comfortable leaving and I was STARVING and I could not stomach the thought of hospital food...we returned by 8:00 where the nurse let us know that Jayden was hungry and fussy...so I nursed him and we got him back in to the isolette as he was only able to come out for half hour periods every 2 hours...I am exhausted at this point and Dan has me lay down on the bed in the room and he takes a shift....Jayden really isn't liking the light box at this point and is squirming, crying and kicking...so either Dan or I had to take turns holding in a binky and rubbing his back, head or feet to help him remain calm...we go through 2 hours of this and feed him again...then the nurse comes to do a bilirubin level on him. His level is now 16.5 down almost a full 2 points in 3 hours.
The doctor comes in a little later and we were basically told that we had over reacted and that Jayden would be fine and that it's normal and no big deal...well we were simply following the advise of medical professionals and we would not have done the hospital if it hadn't been recommended...well, she tells us we can go home if we want or stay...it's up to us...we decide to head home and around 12:30 we finally get home.
Saturday April 16th...Dan rigs up some plant lights and we sit under them for the entire day...keeping Jayden in the "sunshine" by the end of the day his skin is looking much better...and we are encouraged by his progress.
Sunday April 17th...We don't go to church and spend the morning sitting under lights...the afternoon is spent cleaning house, mowing the lawn and other such projects.
Monday April 18th...first day for mom to be in charge of car duty...Baby has appointment with doctor at 11. Doctor is encouraged by the way his skin looks and has us do another bilirubin test at the lab...and Praise God his level is now 13.5 and dropping! So it looks like the saga of the bilirubin will soon be over!
We are thankful for modern medicine and that our baby will be okay!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Things I Had Forgotten
Since we have not had an infant in the house since Jaron was a baby I had forgotten what life with a newborn is like.
I forgot what it feels like to be so tired. We've been home only 2 nights and already I feel like I will not really sleep again. I forgot what it feels like to get up with someone in the middle of the night.
I forgot how tiring a newborn can be...they don't really do anything but they are exhausting...I think it's from the nursing and trying to establish a pattern.
I forgot how much your body changes and how hard it works to get a baby out...I forgot that it takes weeks to get your strength completely back.
I forgot how happy a little one can make you. The sweetness of a baby and just the wonder that you helped to bring this little one into the world. I forgot how the world seems to stop just because you have had a baby.
I've forgotten a lot but I am remembering and enjoying this new little person. I'm really tired and very thankful for the fact that my parents have been able to help us out! Dan's already back to work so I am home with the baby by myself but I am not as overwhelmed as I was when Janea and Jaron were little. So it's a good thing...Jayden is doing well and we are learning how to be a family of 5!
I forgot what it feels like to be so tired. We've been home only 2 nights and already I feel like I will not really sleep again. I forgot what it feels like to get up with someone in the middle of the night.
I forgot how tiring a newborn can be...they don't really do anything but they are exhausting...I think it's from the nursing and trying to establish a pattern.
I forgot how much your body changes and how hard it works to get a baby out...I forgot that it takes weeks to get your strength completely back.
I forgot how happy a little one can make you. The sweetness of a baby and just the wonder that you helped to bring this little one into the world. I forgot how the world seems to stop just because you have had a baby.
I've forgotten a lot but I am remembering and enjoying this new little person. I'm really tired and very thankful for the fact that my parents have been able to help us out! Dan's already back to work so I am home with the baby by myself but I am not as overwhelmed as I was when Janea and Jaron were little. So it's a good thing...Jayden is doing well and we are learning how to be a family of 5!
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
The Waiting Game
We are playing the waiting game right now.
Baby could come at anytime. Or Baby could wait until later...and since we don't know what day it will be it's challenging right now to wait.
I'm having contractions daily...some are really big and painful and regular but then they stop. I don't want to be a wimp and go to the doctor to early but I am getting frustrated at the same time.
When I was pregnant with Janea I didn't know what to expect and my water broke first.
With Jaron I went into labor earlier than planned and while surprised I had a feeling he was coming.
This baby...I'm clueless...I think he's coming and then I am like nope...I don't know...and since the big kids were early at 37 (Jaron) weeks and 38 (Janea) weeks I have never gone to my due date so I am like..okay here I am same time as the other two...you can come! He isn't listening very well so far. I tell him it's okay to come, Daddy has told him, Jaron has told him, Janea won't talk to my stomach but she has even said it outloud...we are ready for him to come.
So we wait...and wait...and wait...
I HATE WAITING!
Baby could come at anytime. Or Baby could wait until later...and since we don't know what day it will be it's challenging right now to wait.
I'm having contractions daily...some are really big and painful and regular but then they stop. I don't want to be a wimp and go to the doctor to early but I am getting frustrated at the same time.
When I was pregnant with Janea I didn't know what to expect and my water broke first.
With Jaron I went into labor earlier than planned and while surprised I had a feeling he was coming.
This baby...I'm clueless...I think he's coming and then I am like nope...I don't know...and since the big kids were early at 37 (Jaron) weeks and 38 (Janea) weeks I have never gone to my due date so I am like..okay here I am same time as the other two...you can come! He isn't listening very well so far. I tell him it's okay to come, Daddy has told him, Jaron has told him, Janea won't talk to my stomach but she has even said it outloud...we are ready for him to come.
So we wait...and wait...and wait...
I HATE WAITING!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Showers of Blessings
Note: pictures will be added later...the camera is packed in the hospital bag and I am not unpacking it and forgetting it if I go into labor!
My church was so generous and had a lovely baby shower for me last Thursday night. We had given away or gotten rid of most if not all of our baby stuff in the past 4-5 years as we had thought that we were done with having babies. Well, surprise surprise...here we are pregnant with basically nothing left. I had a few odds and ends but nothing substantial. The church normally only has showers for first babies but since I was starting over they had one for me. The ladies of my church are such an encouragement. Now baby has towels, sheets, blankets, bowls, spoons and quite a few cute little outfits. We were also blessed with gift cards and such and that has been a blessing with getting a crib mattress and other odds and ends that you don't think about registering for!
Dan's work also had a shower for him! He called me Friday on his way home from work and said that they had a shower for him! We received lots of diapers and wipes...I'm well stocked up on newborn size and size 1! Some cute clothes and two cute teddy bears. They also gave us a few gift cards and all the extra help has been a blessing.
We are feeling loved and supported by friends and coworkers and are ready to meet this little person. I'm hoping he comes this week...I'm much more uncomfortable and so ready to meet our little guy! Thank you to everyone who help to make us feel so loved and we are totally blown away by your generosity!
My church was so generous and had a lovely baby shower for me last Thursday night. We had given away or gotten rid of most if not all of our baby stuff in the past 4-5 years as we had thought that we were done with having babies. Well, surprise surprise...here we are pregnant with basically nothing left. I had a few odds and ends but nothing substantial. The church normally only has showers for first babies but since I was starting over they had one for me. The ladies of my church are such an encouragement. Now baby has towels, sheets, blankets, bowls, spoons and quite a few cute little outfits. We were also blessed with gift cards and such and that has been a blessing with getting a crib mattress and other odds and ends that you don't think about registering for!
Dan's work also had a shower for him! He called me Friday on his way home from work and said that they had a shower for him! We received lots of diapers and wipes...I'm well stocked up on newborn size and size 1! Some cute clothes and two cute teddy bears. They also gave us a few gift cards and all the extra help has been a blessing.
We are feeling loved and supported by friends and coworkers and are ready to meet this little person. I'm hoping he comes this week...I'm much more uncomfortable and so ready to meet our little guy! Thank you to everyone who help to make us feel so loved and we are totally blown away by your generosity!
Friday, April 1, 2011
Pictures from Our Life - Kitchen Stuff
Dan asked Janea to get him a cup of tea an put 2 bags of Lemon Zinger in a cup with water...she did so and emptied the bags into the water....Oops...here's the cup of tea that daddy didn't drink! 
Later...that evening 
Janea then tried to help out by melting some cheese for us to dip some yummy chips in~! She microwaved it for too long creating a cheese donut...it tasted good just wasn't good for dipping!
Dan discovered a bag of Red potatoes that had Sprouted in the pantry...they looked so cool we had to take a picture!
Later...that evening 
Janea then tried to help out by melting some cheese for us to dip some yummy chips in~! She microwaved it for too long creating a cheese donut...it tasted good just wasn't good for dipping! 
Dan discovered a bag of Red potatoes that had Sprouted in the pantry...they looked so cool we had to take a picture! Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Getting Shorter
Our checklist before baby is getting shorter! Yesterday morning I got all registered at the hospital and had my 36 week check up. So far baby seems content to stay where he is for a little while longer. We have all the essential gear items: carseat crib pack and play bouncy seat swing changing table Baby room is about half done and decorated...hopefully will finish that this weekend. Baby clothes are washed and put away but the changing table needs to be a little bit more organized. By the end of the week I should have more done and I'm being blessed with a baby shower by my friends at church. 23 days or less to go!
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Math Problems
We are having Math Problems here! Janea is in the STAR program at her school and that means that she is in the accelerated math program for 5th grade. Algebra is the new thing they are working on. Which means mom has to relearn how to do Algebra along with Janea. And it's really not going that well. I've forgotten alot of what I learned and when she doesn't fully pay attention in class it makes it that much harder for me. Math...it's full of problems!
Friday, March 25, 2011
The Home Stretch
We are under 30 days till baby!
Wow! This has been one of the longest periods of my life and yet its such a relatively short time.
I'm thankful that I'm almost done.
I'm ready to be alone in my body and to get to meet this little wiggly ball that has been sharing me since the summer.
I'm ready(I think) to be a mom of 3 kids and all the challenges that will bring!
I'm getting nervous about delivery and the pain that labor brings.
I'm there...I'm ready I think...now it's just a matter of time!
Wow! This has been one of the longest periods of my life and yet its such a relatively short time.
I'm thankful that I'm almost done.
I'm ready to be alone in my body and to get to meet this little wiggly ball that has been sharing me since the summer.
I'm ready(I think) to be a mom of 3 kids and all the challenges that will bring!
I'm getting nervous about delivery and the pain that labor brings.
I'm there...I'm ready I think...now it's just a matter of time!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Deals and Stuff
I got two really cute maternity shirts today for $2.00! Wahoo! They will be good for Spring as they are both 3/4 sleeve length.
Got the baby some summer outfits today too...3 for $1.oo and 1 for $2.00...so all in all I spent $7.55 and got 6 items...love that!
Doctor's appointment this morning...all is well, weight gain is good, blood pressure is good, fetal heartrate good. Had my Strep B test and hoping its all good too. Next Monday I go and have my last sonagram and hopefully one of my last appointments. We are down to the final month...he can come at anytime...but I'm still hoping for April. Janea is saying 16 days and Jaron doesn't care! Baby has to wait until after next Monday when I have my pre-registration at the hospital...that way we will be good to go..!
Got the baby some summer outfits today too...3 for $1.oo and 1 for $2.00...so all in all I spent $7.55 and got 6 items...love that!
Doctor's appointment this morning...all is well, weight gain is good, blood pressure is good, fetal heartrate good. Had my Strep B test and hoping its all good too. Next Monday I go and have my last sonagram and hopefully one of my last appointments. We are down to the final month...he can come at anytime...but I'm still hoping for April. Janea is saying 16 days and Jaron doesn't care! Baby has to wait until after next Monday when I have my pre-registration at the hospital...that way we will be good to go..!
Saturday, March 19, 2011
New Things
Dan joined Gamefly this week with a trial offer of half price. Wii games can be very expensive and often when you are done playing them you don't want it anymore. Gamestop buys used games but don't give you a lot of credit for them so this is a friendly option to play new games without being committed to buying them. This one came in the mail today...and so far I am the only one in the family who hasn't played...Jaron was so happy when it came in the mail today!
Friday, March 18, 2011
Hooray's
Van started with no problems when I needed to run an errand today!
Baby closet is organized, carseat is unpacked, and more baby stuff is being put away!
Kitchen counters are clearer.
Coupons are organized by catergory.
Laundry is ready to be sorted and done tomorrow.
I accomplished something today! It feels good to have done something!
Baby closet is organized, carseat is unpacked, and more baby stuff is being put away!
Kitchen counters are clearer.
Coupons are organized by catergory.
Laundry is ready to be sorted and done tomorrow.
I accomplished something today! It feels good to have done something!
Needing To Accomplish
Yesterday I didn't really accomplish anything. I was tired, I was achy and so I gave in to my tiredness and achiness and laid down alot. Then when I was going to take the kids to the park the van wouldn't start...dead battery!
So we had to wait for Dan to get home from work so he could use our handy dandy machine to jumpstart it...the baby belly and I don't work on cars!
We then went to Lees Summit to get Janea a book she wanted only to find out it won't be released until APRIL 5th...wasted trip for that!
So today I am going to accomplish something, anything, I really don't care....just need to get it done.
I'll keep you posted!
So we had to wait for Dan to get home from work so he could use our handy dandy machine to jumpstart it...the baby belly and I don't work on cars!
We then went to Lees Summit to get Janea a book she wanted only to find out it won't be released until APRIL 5th...wasted trip for that!
So today I am going to accomplish something, anything, I really don't care....just need to get it done.
I'll keep you posted!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
AWANA GRAND PRIX
Every year our church holds a Grand Prix. Basically it means the kids make racers out of wood and the we have an evening when we race the cars. It's both a humongous pain and a lot of fun at the same time. When you don't have tools and the like it's a challenge to get the cars cut out. The kids often have a different design in their heads then what you can do and it can be a really big mess. The last few years our church has been having work days where you can go and cut out the cars and they provide saws, drills and such...so we have been in car building mode for the last 2 weeks. Jaron decided he want to make a half pipe and skate park for his car. Janea was initially going to make a skateboard, but it evolved into a phone when we needed to add clay to hers to give it more weight. Then we went through the hassle of trying to reduce the weight because it was too heavy! But we were proud of the finished products!
Janea's Cell Phone...complete with numbers!
Jaron's Skate Park Half Pipe
Jaron took 2nd place for design...we are good at design...not so good at speed!
Janea took 3rd place T&T for design...she was very happy...just what she had wanted!
I help out every year and this year I was the recordkeeper and so here I am in all my pregnant glory! People kept coming up to me asking when I was due and the announcer kept making jokes and implied I was having Triplets! Dan was in charge of picture taking this year and took so many that I will have to upload more of them later!
Janea's Cell Phone...complete with numbers!
Jaron's Skate Park Half Pipe
Jaron took 2nd place for design...we are good at design...not so good at speed!
Janea took 3rd place T&T for design...she was very happy...just what she had wanted!
I help out every year and this year I was the recordkeeper and so here I am in all my pregnant glory! People kept coming up to me asking when I was due and the announcer kept making jokes and implied I was having Triplets! Dan was in charge of picture taking this year and took so many that I will have to upload more of them later! All in all I am satisfied, more than a little relieved to be done with another years race and pleased with all the results!
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Spring Break
The kiddos are on Spring Break this week. So life is different...not bad just different!
This week is the AWANA Grand Prix...tomorrow night! We have been working on cars, working on painting, working on driving Momma insane!!!! I will be so glad to have this project finished!
I've been taking pictures...but I haven't uploaded them yet...will do that soon...sorry!
Today I worked and got half of the baby room better under control. I worked primarily on the closet...and it's looking pretty good if I do say so myself. Janea's also working on getting her room straightened up. Jaron's isnt' too bad since we just recently moved him downstairs to the basement.
So life is progressing...the baby belly is getting bigger...and another pair of pants doesn't fit...I'm so looking forward to getting dressed without feeling and looking like a contortionist!
The weather is also gorgeous and the kids can go outside to play! YEAH!!!! Looking forward to maybe seeing 70 tomorrow! WAHOO....Spring may be on it's way!
This week is the AWANA Grand Prix...tomorrow night! We have been working on cars, working on painting, working on driving Momma insane!!!! I will be so glad to have this project finished!
I've been taking pictures...but I haven't uploaded them yet...will do that soon...sorry!
Today I worked and got half of the baby room better under control. I worked primarily on the closet...and it's looking pretty good if I do say so myself. Janea's also working on getting her room straightened up. Jaron's isnt' too bad since we just recently moved him downstairs to the basement.
So life is progressing...the baby belly is getting bigger...and another pair of pants doesn't fit...I'm so looking forward to getting dressed without feeling and looking like a contortionist!
The weather is also gorgeous and the kids can go outside to play! YEAH!!!! Looking forward to maybe seeing 70 tomorrow! WAHOO....Spring may be on it's way!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Winter
This winter I have been emotionally at war with the weather.
I have stressed, freaked out and gotten angry at the snow.
I have watched a blizzard hit, gotten excuse notes from my doctor so I don't have to drive in snow, and wondered how I would make it to work with the kids being off for snow days.
Well, it snowed last night and today I am fine with it. The kids are on Spring Break this week, I am done working and we can just be home. And it's been warm enough recently that the roads are merely wet...but I am not going anywhere so it's all good.
Spring is just around the corner! Guess I will enjoy the last hurrah of winter!
I have stressed, freaked out and gotten angry at the snow.
I have watched a blizzard hit, gotten excuse notes from my doctor so I don't have to drive in snow, and wondered how I would make it to work with the kids being off for snow days.
Well, it snowed last night and today I am fine with it. The kids are on Spring Break this week, I am done working and we can just be home. And it's been warm enough recently that the roads are merely wet...but I am not going anywhere so it's all good.
Spring is just around the corner! Guess I will enjoy the last hurrah of winter!
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Learning Process
Couponing is a learning process.
I am learning how to get the best deal for the most savings. I'm not there yet but doing much better.
Today I saved over $25 at Walmart on our grocery shopping.
I spent a little more than I had budgeted for but with the savings it's not too bad. Plus I bought some things that will last longer than normal and with Dan taking his lunch as opposed to eating out while we may have spent a little bit more at the grocery store we will save more money in the long run.
I'm still learning and working on the whole process but I may just have turned a corner on this whole learning how to get the most bang for our buck!
I am learning how to get the best deal for the most savings. I'm not there yet but doing much better.
Today I saved over $25 at Walmart on our grocery shopping.
I spent a little more than I had budgeted for but with the savings it's not too bad. Plus I bought some things that will last longer than normal and with Dan taking his lunch as opposed to eating out while we may have spent a little bit more at the grocery store we will save more money in the long run.
I'm still learning and working on the whole process but I may just have turned a corner on this whole learning how to get the most bang for our buck!
Friday, March 11, 2011
Shirts and the Baby Belly
The baby belly is not liking momma's shirts.
They are not covering the way they used to...you are able to see more and more of the maternity pants.
They ride up when I sleep.
They just aren't long enough...I have like 3 that fit good...and I'm not going to buy more.
One would think Maternity designers would account for this...but oh well!
They are not covering the way they used to...you are able to see more and more of the maternity pants.
They ride up when I sleep.
They just aren't long enough...I have like 3 that fit good...and I'm not going to buy more.
One would think Maternity designers would account for this...but oh well!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
34 Weeks
Today I am 34 weeks pregnant. My new mantra is...I can make it to April! I can make it to April!
I have to remember to drink enough fluids during the day. I went out to run errands and I know that I hadn't drank enough water today since I started feeling dizzy and like I was going to faint. I think I also was overheated as the weather was warmer than I anticipated.
I'm so glad that I am not working right now and able to rest as I need too.
I'm also thankful to be able to order Papa Johns for dinner!
My goal is to sleep better tonight!
I have to remember to drink enough fluids during the day. I went out to run errands and I know that I hadn't drank enough water today since I started feeling dizzy and like I was going to faint. I think I also was overheated as the weather was warmer than I anticipated.
I'm so glad that I am not working right now and able to rest as I need too.
I'm also thankful to be able to order Papa Johns for dinner!
My goal is to sleep better tonight!
Ufff da
Uff da...Dan has been trying to get used to the time change happening over the weekend by getting up an hour earlier every morning.
Uff Da....I'm not sleeping much anymore and last night I didn't fall into a good sleep until after 2 in the morning...
Uff Da...Dan needed his work clothes and they were still in the basement...so he woke me up earlier than I wanted but fortunately and hour and a half after his alarm went off...and I had told him it was okay....just thought I would sleep more.
Uff da...got his clothes and then helped him make his lunch and saw him on his way...now I am getting the kiddos ready for school and then I am going to TAKE A NAP!!!!
Uff da...pregnancy and sleep just aren't happening for me!
Uff Da....I'm not sleeping much anymore and last night I didn't fall into a good sleep until after 2 in the morning...
Uff Da...Dan needed his work clothes and they were still in the basement...so he woke me up earlier than I wanted but fortunately and hour and a half after his alarm went off...and I had told him it was okay....just thought I would sleep more.
Uff da...got his clothes and then helped him make his lunch and saw him on his way...now I am getting the kiddos ready for school and then I am going to TAKE A NAP!!!!
Uff da...pregnancy and sleep just aren't happening for me!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
10 pieces of Randomness
1. Early Mornings and Sleepless nights are NOT the best combination.
2. Well rested children can be Very Noisy when you are extra tired.
3. Elbows, knees and feet...that's gotta be all that this little one has...he has been wiggling up a storm!
4. Motivation is here...energy may be lacking.
5. Cranberry Limeades at Sonic are AWESOME!
6. Husband is feeling better...wife is feeling worse...isn't that always the way it goes!
7. Rainbow sherbert must be eaten in moderation...it can be a case of too much of a good thing!
8. Grateful for libraries and new books to read....especially when tired.
9. Grateful for school and the opportunity for quiet rest.
10. Grateful to only have 43 more days of being pregnant!
2. Well rested children can be Very Noisy when you are extra tired.
3. Elbows, knees and feet...that's gotta be all that this little one has...he has been wiggling up a storm!
4. Motivation is here...energy may be lacking.
5. Cranberry Limeades at Sonic are AWESOME!
6. Husband is feeling better...wife is feeling worse...isn't that always the way it goes!
7. Rainbow sherbert must be eaten in moderation...it can be a case of too much of a good thing!
8. Grateful for libraries and new books to read....especially when tired.
9. Grateful for school and the opportunity for quiet rest.
10. Grateful to only have 43 more days of being pregnant!
Sunday, March 6, 2011
34 Today
I turned 34 today at exactly 5:15 CST since I was born at exactly 3:15 PST. I'm old!
I've had a most enjoyable birthday! I got to go to church this morning! I love my church and enjoy getting to worship with my church family! Dan and I did skip Sunday School and go to breakfast which was nice!
The afternoon was spent with my parents and kiddos. They treated the 4 of us to lunch at one of my favorite local Mexican restaurants where I got to eat one of my favorite dishes...and it was SOOO good! Dan is fighting off a virus or cold or something so after lunch we dropped him off at home so he could nap...and then we went to my mom and dad's to have cake! Yellow cake with chocolate icing! YUMMY!!!!!!!!!! My parents did make me blow out 34 candles...not an easy feat for someone who is 33 weeks pregnant! But I did it!
It was nice to just sit and chat with my mom! I love my mom and its a blessing to just share and talk and hang out...she's been very busy lately and its been nice to see her!
So I have leftovers for tomorrow...some extra cake to enjoy and the privilege of being 34...hope I'm older and Wiser!
I've had a most enjoyable birthday! I got to go to church this morning! I love my church and enjoy getting to worship with my church family! Dan and I did skip Sunday School and go to breakfast which was nice!
The afternoon was spent with my parents and kiddos. They treated the 4 of us to lunch at one of my favorite local Mexican restaurants where I got to eat one of my favorite dishes...and it was SOOO good! Dan is fighting off a virus or cold or something so after lunch we dropped him off at home so he could nap...and then we went to my mom and dad's to have cake! Yellow cake with chocolate icing! YUMMY!!!!!!!!!! My parents did make me blow out 34 candles...not an easy feat for someone who is 33 weeks pregnant! But I did it!
It was nice to just sit and chat with my mom! I love my mom and its a blessing to just share and talk and hang out...she's been very busy lately and its been nice to see her!
So I have leftovers for tomorrow...some extra cake to enjoy and the privilege of being 34...hope I'm older and Wiser!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Hiccups
This baby gets the hiccups at least 5 times a day.
It is honestly the weirdest and one of the most painful feelings.
I remember the other two having the hiccups but not like this!
This baby is also a major wiggler...he doesn't kick as much as just shifts his position constantly...it's starting to hurt too!
The next 48 days need to go quickly!
It is honestly the weirdest and one of the most painful feelings.
I remember the other two having the hiccups but not like this!
This baby is also a major wiggler...he doesn't kick as much as just shifts his position constantly...it's starting to hurt too!
The next 48 days need to go quickly!
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Grrr...Updated
I want Mexican food REALLY BAD!
It's not in the budget.
I don't want to cook dinner tonight...
Going out is not in the budget!
We have plenty of food in the house and most of it is not hard to make but I don't want to cook and I don't want to clean up the kitchen and I just want to be lazy.
But it not in the Budget!!!!
Budgeting stinks!
****THIS IS ALSO A BIT OF A PREGNANCY FRUSTRATION****
So I had a major pity party. I cried and then I cooked dinner. Dan was willing to take me out to make me feel better but I know that if I did that I wouldn't feel better it would be a Bandaid fix. So I made Basil Parmesean chicken with pasta...and it was good. Wasn't completely what I wanted but it was tasty, filling and so far hasn't given me heartburn.
Budgeting may stink but so does making huge mistakes with your money. I am thankful for the opportunity to grow through this whole thing and not let my hormones and other pregnancy related frustrations get the better of me!
It's not in the budget.
I don't want to cook dinner tonight...
Going out is not in the budget!
We have plenty of food in the house and most of it is not hard to make but I don't want to cook and I don't want to clean up the kitchen and I just want to be lazy.
But it not in the Budget!!!!
Budgeting stinks!
****THIS IS ALSO A BIT OF A PREGNANCY FRUSTRATION****
So I had a major pity party. I cried and then I cooked dinner. Dan was willing to take me out to make me feel better but I know that if I did that I wouldn't feel better it would be a Bandaid fix. So I made Basil Parmesean chicken with pasta...and it was good. Wasn't completely what I wanted but it was tasty, filling and so far hasn't given me heartburn.
Budgeting may stink but so does making huge mistakes with your money. I am thankful for the opportunity to grow through this whole thing and not let my hormones and other pregnancy related frustrations get the better of me!
Ready??? Or Not Ready???
I have roughly 7 weeks to go with this pregnancy.
People ask me if I am "ready". The answer is Yes and No.
I am ready to have my body back.
I am ready to not have a little boy jumping on my bladder and kicking and waking me up at night to use the bathroom what feels like a hundred times.
I am ready to sleep on my stomach again.
I am ready to not have to remind Jaron to not hug me so hard or to be careful while around me.
I am ready to be able to wear shoes with laces again.
I am ready to put my socks and underwear and clothing on without feeling like a contortionist.
I am ready to meet this little guy and get to know him.
I am ready to see how he will fit into the family dynamic.
I am NOT ready with the baby room. So far I have a changing table dresser, pack and play bassinet and that's about it. I still need a crib and mattress and to arrange and clean the room
I am NOT ready for labor...dreading the birthing process again.
I am NOT ready with enough clothing for baby to last a week. I really need to get on this.
I am NOT ready with meals and the like....gotta plan ahead with easy to fix stuff.
I am NOT ready to juggle a newborn with the needs of an 8 year old boy and 10 year old girl. I know the big kids will be a big help but I am concerned if I will be a good mom to all of them.
So I am working on getting ready. I am making lists and tackling small jobs as I have energy to do them. I am thinking through the whole process and investigating affordable furniture options for the babies room. I am feeling like I don't have what I need and not sure where the best deals can be found. I'm just not quite ready for baby. Thankful for a few more weeks to get ready.
People ask me if I am "ready". The answer is Yes and No.
I am ready to have my body back.
I am ready to not have a little boy jumping on my bladder and kicking and waking me up at night to use the bathroom what feels like a hundred times.
I am ready to sleep on my stomach again.
I am ready to not have to remind Jaron to not hug me so hard or to be careful while around me.
I am ready to be able to wear shoes with laces again.
I am ready to put my socks and underwear and clothing on without feeling like a contortionist.
I am ready to meet this little guy and get to know him.
I am ready to see how he will fit into the family dynamic.
I am NOT ready with the baby room. So far I have a changing table dresser, pack and play bassinet and that's about it. I still need a crib and mattress and to arrange and clean the room
I am NOT ready for labor...dreading the birthing process again.
I am NOT ready with enough clothing for baby to last a week. I really need to get on this.
I am NOT ready with meals and the like....gotta plan ahead with easy to fix stuff.
I am NOT ready to juggle a newborn with the needs of an 8 year old boy and 10 year old girl. I know the big kids will be a big help but I am concerned if I will be a good mom to all of them.
So I am working on getting ready. I am making lists and tackling small jobs as I have energy to do them. I am thinking through the whole process and investigating affordable furniture options for the babies room. I am feeling like I don't have what I need and not sure where the best deals can be found. I'm just not quite ready for baby. Thankful for a few more weeks to get ready.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Jaron gets a Haircut!
We Buzzed Jaron on Sunday Night! His hair was out of control and when I tried to trim it I made it worse and Dan couldn't take it anymore...So we got out the clippers and shaved him down! He looks much better now! I took a few pictures of the process of shaving his head!
Jaron half way through the job says..."Mom go get the camera...I look too funny!"
Once we were done Jaron grabbed his hair off the floor and was like...quick glue it back on!
He really isn't this upset...he was hamming it up for the camera...and then ran away before I could get a good picture of the finished product! Such a silly boy!
Jaron half way through the job says..."Mom go get the camera...I look too funny!"
Once we were done Jaron grabbed his hair off the floor and was like...quick glue it back on!
He really isn't this upset...he was hamming it up for the camera...and then ran away before I could get a good picture of the finished product! Such a silly boy!Monday, February 28, 2011
Blessed by my Big Kids!
Jaron just got done taking the trash downstairs to the trashcans and then he rolled both trash cans down to the curb! This is his job and he does it with his whole self! Full of gusto and life! Thanks buddy for helping out mom and dad this way!
Janea is right now sorting the laundry for me and starting a load of darks with her dad's pants in it while I am cooking dinner...she knows how to do it...and she's hungry for dinner! Thanks Janea for being such a mature young woman and so capable! You made my afternoon easier!
I love how the lessons we have taught them are starting to pay off in dividends.
Janea is right now sorting the laundry for me and starting a load of darks with her dad's pants in it while I am cooking dinner...she knows how to do it...and she's hungry for dinner! Thanks Janea for being such a mature young woman and so capable! You made my afternoon easier!
I love how the lessons we have taught them are starting to pay off in dividends.
Creating a New Normal
I resigned last week effective Friday.
Baby J and working are not a good combo right now. The tables kept getting lower, the kids kept getting louder, the contractions and pains wouldn't stop so I resigned 2 weeks before the time I was going to.
It was a good thing...my health and Baby J's health are more important than any job and my job as wife and mother are also more important than being a teacher.
So now I get to learn how to be a SAHM. I get to figure out how to fill my time before baby comes. I know that once baby is here I will have plenty to do and then the big kids will be out of school before we know it and then we will have to learn again.
It's weird. Yet it's also nice. I really didn't sleep well. I kept dreaming that I was on this rollercoaster and I literally was getting dizzy and felt like the bed was spinning. Turns out I was really hungry...hadn't eaten a lot of dinner and the orange I had at bedtime wasn't cutting it anymore! So I got up around 4 to have a snack...and then it was time to get the family off to work and school...Dan's starting to brownbag it again to save money and I needed to help him get his lunch together. So by the time I got Jaron to school and got home again I was pretty tired...so I ate breakfast(toast and oatmeal) and then I took a nap. And I feel much better.
So today I have napped, eaten, worked some on our taxes...Federal are completely done and I am working on the state ones...grrr...taxes...done some additional research on carseats and pricing and taken a shower. I also plan on working on the laundry and getting the kitchen more organized...but I may work on that tomorrow! I'll have time...I don't have a job anymore!
Baby J and working are not a good combo right now. The tables kept getting lower, the kids kept getting louder, the contractions and pains wouldn't stop so I resigned 2 weeks before the time I was going to.
It was a good thing...my health and Baby J's health are more important than any job and my job as wife and mother are also more important than being a teacher.
So now I get to learn how to be a SAHM. I get to figure out how to fill my time before baby comes. I know that once baby is here I will have plenty to do and then the big kids will be out of school before we know it and then we will have to learn again.
It's weird. Yet it's also nice. I really didn't sleep well. I kept dreaming that I was on this rollercoaster and I literally was getting dizzy and felt like the bed was spinning. Turns out I was really hungry...hadn't eaten a lot of dinner and the orange I had at bedtime wasn't cutting it anymore! So I got up around 4 to have a snack...and then it was time to get the family off to work and school...Dan's starting to brownbag it again to save money and I needed to help him get his lunch together. So by the time I got Jaron to school and got home again I was pretty tired...so I ate breakfast(toast and oatmeal) and then I took a nap. And I feel much better.
So today I have napped, eaten, worked some on our taxes...Federal are completely done and I am working on the state ones...grrr...taxes...done some additional research on carseats and pricing and taken a shower. I also plan on working on the laundry and getting the kitchen more organized...but I may work on that tomorrow! I'll have time...I don't have a job anymore!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Resting
So Saturday night I came down with the flu.
It's been a doozy of a couple of days. I have felt terrible, horrible, no good, very bad. We didn't make it to church on Sunday and by Sunday night I seriously was concerned as I was having bad pain in the upper right side of my uterus. Plus, Baby J was kicking there a lot and the discomfort was unbearable...so I called the nurse hotline and was advised to go in if the pain continued. Well, changing positions helped alot and by the time I went to bed the pain had subsided enough to sleep.
Monday I had a Doctor's appointment and described my symptoms. The doctors did a protein swab test to see if I am at risk for preterm labor and an internal exam and so far the contractions I have off and on are not causing baby J to come...no dilation or thinning of the cervix(sorry if to much TMI). He did prescribe a muscle relaxant and recommended that I take it easy and be on bedrest as much as possible. However, I can be up some, and I can still drive so it's not total bedrest. I have a pulled muscle from coughing and it's causing contractions
Today I spent sleeping...and resting....for like the whole day. If I could just stop coughing I think I would feel better. So I am resting...resting, resting...and while I am starting to feel better I am also just a tiny bit bored with the whole thing....I've wanted to get to rest and now that I am here and I am wanting to do something else...oh the fickleness of life!
It's been a doozy of a couple of days. I have felt terrible, horrible, no good, very bad. We didn't make it to church on Sunday and by Sunday night I seriously was concerned as I was having bad pain in the upper right side of my uterus. Plus, Baby J was kicking there a lot and the discomfort was unbearable...so I called the nurse hotline and was advised to go in if the pain continued. Well, changing positions helped alot and by the time I went to bed the pain had subsided enough to sleep.
Monday I had a Doctor's appointment and described my symptoms. The doctors did a protein swab test to see if I am at risk for preterm labor and an internal exam and so far the contractions I have off and on are not causing baby J to come...no dilation or thinning of the cervix(sorry if to much TMI). He did prescribe a muscle relaxant and recommended that I take it easy and be on bedrest as much as possible. However, I can be up some, and I can still drive so it's not total bedrest. I have a pulled muscle from coughing and it's causing contractions
Today I spent sleeping...and resting....for like the whole day. If I could just stop coughing I think I would feel better. So I am resting...resting, resting...and while I am starting to feel better I am also just a tiny bit bored with the whole thing....I've wanted to get to rest and now that I am here and I am wanting to do something else...oh the fickleness of life!
Friday, February 18, 2011
My feet
I'm looking forward to seeing my feet again.
I'm looking forward to not being a contortionist to get my socks on!
I'm looking forward to being able to easily clip my toenails and put on nail polish again.
I'm looking forward to wearing shoes that tie!
I''m looking forward to them not hurting as much!
I miss my feet...only 9 more weeks till I see them...hopefully less!
I'm looking forward to not being a contortionist to get my socks on!
I'm looking forward to being able to easily clip my toenails and put on nail polish again.
I'm looking forward to wearing shoes that tie!
I''m looking forward to them not hurting as much!
I miss my feet...only 9 more weeks till I see them...hopefully less!
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Step by Step
Step by step I'm getting closer to the finish line at work.
I have 3 weeks and a day left.
My belly feels like it gets bigger everyday.
The tables and chair feel like they are getting lower everyday.
The hours while constant seem to get longer everyday.
I truly think that the kids in my class are getting crazier everyday.
I'm ready to not worry about work for awhile.
I'm ready to be able to take a nap when the urge hits me.
I'm ready to get ready for baby.
Step by Step we're approaching the finish line...and the starting point of the next great adventure!
I have 3 weeks and a day left.
My belly feels like it gets bigger everyday.
The tables and chair feel like they are getting lower everyday.
The hours while constant seem to get longer everyday.
I truly think that the kids in my class are getting crazier everyday.
I'm ready to not worry about work for awhile.
I'm ready to be able to take a nap when the urge hits me.
I'm ready to get ready for baby.
Step by Step we're approaching the finish line...and the starting point of the next great adventure!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
A Cloud
I looked out the window this morning and realized it was foggy.
It's like we live in a cloud.
The neighborhood trees are hard to see.
The ground is disguised by a white haze.
It's really cool...Weather is truly amazing and never boring...even if I don't always like the cold and snow!
I'm thankful that God made weather and the complexities of it...and I apprecitate it so much more when I'm not stressed out by it!
It's like we live in a cloud.
The neighborhood trees are hard to see.
The ground is disguised by a white haze.
It's really cool...Weather is truly amazing and never boring...even if I don't always like the cold and snow!
I'm thankful that God made weather and the complexities of it...and I apprecitate it so much more when I'm not stressed out by it!
Monday, February 14, 2011
Better Double Check
ME: Jaron got your shoes on?
Jaron: Check
Me: Got your backpack with purple folder, lunch and library books?
Jaron: Check
Me: Got your coat on?
Jaron: Check
Me: Bubbe...better go and check your pants...
Jaron: Why?
Me: Look down...I think your pockets are in the wrong place!
Jaron: (Looking down, seeing pants on backwards...)Now how did that Happen?
Me: HAHAHHAHAHAHa....aren't you glad I had you double check.
Jaron: hahahahahaha.....Mommmmm...thanks mom I love you....
And that's this morning at our house...hope you put your pants on the right way!
Jaron: Check
Me: Got your backpack with purple folder, lunch and library books?
Jaron: Check
Me: Got your coat on?
Jaron: Check
Me: Bubbe...better go and check your pants...
Jaron: Why?
Me: Look down...I think your pockets are in the wrong place!
Jaron: (Looking down, seeing pants on backwards...)Now how did that Happen?
Me: HAHAHHAHAHAHa....aren't you glad I had you double check.
Jaron: hahahahahaha.....Mommmmm...thanks mom I love you....
And that's this morning at our house...hope you put your pants on the right way!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Registered
I went to 2 different Targets today to work on Baby J's registry.
Our local Targets system was down so then I drove over to the one on State Line and 135th. I had to get a few things at Target though so we did that at our local before heading to the other. Jaron needed new pants and new shoes and then they had these nice shirts for a nice price so I got him one of those too.
Janea got chocolate and Dan got glue...I got nothing but that's okay.
So we are registered for things we may need for the baby. I chose Target because it's pretty nationwide and reasonably priced. It's weird to be looking for things for a baby again.
Our local Targets system was down so then I drove over to the one on State Line and 135th. I had to get a few things at Target though so we did that at our local before heading to the other. Jaron needed new pants and new shoes and then they had these nice shirts for a nice price so I got him one of those too.
Janea got chocolate and Dan got glue...I got nothing but that's okay.
So we are registered for things we may need for the baby. I chose Target because it's pretty nationwide and reasonably priced. It's weird to be looking for things for a baby again.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Countdown
Yesterday I moved into the 30 weeks of my pregnancy...so that means I have 10 or less weeks to go until Baby J is here....scary and exciting all at the same time...we have so much to do before he gets here and now we only have a short time to get it all done.
Today is Friday and once I leave work today I will only have 4 more weeks at my job...then I will be unemployed(again). However, this time it's our choice to not have me work and since I don't feel like my current job is a great fit I truly won't be overly sad about leaving. I will miss some of the kids and I will miss some of my coworkers but I won't miss the crazy hours or the stress of snow days, sick kids or the like. They sent out a letter on Wednesday about me leaving and most of the parents took it really well, but one is like dumbfounded that I won't be coming back after 4-6 weeks. I don't get these people sometimes.
The weather is warming up and we're in the countdown for Spring. I really didn't expect to have the winter that we have had this year...it's been insane in January and February..so much snow! The kids have had maybe one full week of school this semester...Trying to juggle work schedules, snowdays and the like has been HARD...and STRESSFUL. In 4 weeks whatever happens I will be home and able to take care of it. Until I go to the hospital to have the baby then we will add newborn stress to life...but newborns will grow up and we will just need to get a new schedule in place!
I was really upset yesterday about the snow...tears and the like...my mom is such a blessing and not only helped me to calm down but also helped me to evaluate what it is that I am truly uspet about that is making the snow days that much harder. She thought is was Fear and Anger...and she is right. I am afraid of losing my job earlier than I planned because I am afraid for how we will make it once I am not working. I am putting money aside to use when I am not working and I am afraid that if we don't have that then things will be extra hard. However, I am not TRUSTING that God can meet my every need. He says that HE will do that...but I am so fearful that I am forgetting. I'm also afraid because I was not thinking of having anymore kids. Here we are 10 weeks away from having a BABY in the house...that's scary...I'm afraid I can't do it anymore. It's terrifying in someways. I also have ANGER...I'm angry that the school I taught at last year is closed. I loved teaching there and was passionate about my work and that was taken from me, not of my choosing but someone elses. I know that God works things out and that it was a good thing to close due to situations that are coming to light now but I am still ANGRY at the selfish people who made that choice that I felt was unfair. I'm struggling through it but I see the light at the end of the tunnel...it's there...God is in Control and He will do what HE will do. Thanks Mom for making me do some Soul searching over the last day or so...I slept better than I have in awhile and I think it's because I let go of some of my Fear...felt good too!
So that's my thinking in a nutshell...this post kinda got away from me and if you made it through my ramblings and hodgepodge of thinking great. It feels good though to see it and express it in written form though...so here's to the next 4 weeks at work and the next 10 weeks(hoping for 8) before little Baby J comes!
Today is Friday and once I leave work today I will only have 4 more weeks at my job...then I will be unemployed(again). However, this time it's our choice to not have me work and since I don't feel like my current job is a great fit I truly won't be overly sad about leaving. I will miss some of the kids and I will miss some of my coworkers but I won't miss the crazy hours or the stress of snow days, sick kids or the like. They sent out a letter on Wednesday about me leaving and most of the parents took it really well, but one is like dumbfounded that I won't be coming back after 4-6 weeks. I don't get these people sometimes.
The weather is warming up and we're in the countdown for Spring. I really didn't expect to have the winter that we have had this year...it's been insane in January and February..so much snow! The kids have had maybe one full week of school this semester...Trying to juggle work schedules, snowdays and the like has been HARD...and STRESSFUL. In 4 weeks whatever happens I will be home and able to take care of it. Until I go to the hospital to have the baby then we will add newborn stress to life...but newborns will grow up and we will just need to get a new schedule in place!
I was really upset yesterday about the snow...tears and the like...my mom is such a blessing and not only helped me to calm down but also helped me to evaluate what it is that I am truly uspet about that is making the snow days that much harder. She thought is was Fear and Anger...and she is right. I am afraid of losing my job earlier than I planned because I am afraid for how we will make it once I am not working. I am putting money aside to use when I am not working and I am afraid that if we don't have that then things will be extra hard. However, I am not TRUSTING that God can meet my every need. He says that HE will do that...but I am so fearful that I am forgetting. I'm also afraid because I was not thinking of having anymore kids. Here we are 10 weeks away from having a BABY in the house...that's scary...I'm afraid I can't do it anymore. It's terrifying in someways. I also have ANGER...I'm angry that the school I taught at last year is closed. I loved teaching there and was passionate about my work and that was taken from me, not of my choosing but someone elses. I know that God works things out and that it was a good thing to close due to situations that are coming to light now but I am still ANGRY at the selfish people who made that choice that I felt was unfair. I'm struggling through it but I see the light at the end of the tunnel...it's there...God is in Control and He will do what HE will do. Thanks Mom for making me do some Soul searching over the last day or so...I slept better than I have in awhile and I think it's because I let go of some of my Fear...felt good too!
So that's my thinking in a nutshell...this post kinda got away from me and if you made it through my ramblings and hodgepodge of thinking great. It feels good though to see it and express it in written form though...so here's to the next 4 weeks at work and the next 10 weeks(hoping for 8) before little Baby J comes!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Thanks Mom
My mom is my hero this morning!
The kids school got cancelled again and I got stressed out by it all again and I called her in an upset panic. She not only listens to me when I cry but she also is taking time off work to watch the kids until my babysitter is available.
I love my mom!
Thanks Mom for all you do for me...even now that I am a big crybaby grownup!
The kids school got cancelled again and I got stressed out by it all again and I called her in an upset panic. She not only listens to me when I cry but she also is taking time off work to watch the kids until my babysitter is available.
I love my mom!
Thanks Mom for all you do for me...even now that I am a big crybaby grownup!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Registering
So I am trying to register for Baby J.
My friends at church are being generous and hosting a shower for me. The only problem is I don't know what to register for.
There are so many choices and when you try and do it online you don't know a store item from a online item and wow I spent over an hour today and maybe registered for like 10 thing...most of them baby towels...those I know I'll need!
So I have posted for help on Facebook and now I'm posting for help here...what types of things do I need.
I have:
pack and play
swing
bedding set
some flannel receiving blankets
some diapers and wipes
working on carseat...trying to get a really good deal from Diapers.com
I know I will need more diapers, wipes and the like...pretty familiar with brands too since I work in childcare...but I need ideas for other things I may need. I'm really out of touch with the baby side of things and I get really overwhelmed.
Thanks for the input...I can really use it!
My friends at church are being generous and hosting a shower for me. The only problem is I don't know what to register for.
There are so many choices and when you try and do it online you don't know a store item from a online item and wow I spent over an hour today and maybe registered for like 10 thing...most of them baby towels...those I know I'll need!
So I have posted for help on Facebook and now I'm posting for help here...what types of things do I need.
I have:
pack and play
swing
bedding set
some flannel receiving blankets
some diapers and wipes
working on carseat...trying to get a really good deal from Diapers.com
I know I will need more diapers, wipes and the like...pretty familiar with brands too since I work in childcare...but I need ideas for other things I may need. I'm really out of touch with the baby side of things and I get really overwhelmed.
Thanks for the input...I can really use it!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Love is...
Taking turns sleeping in the uncomfortable spot so your spouse gets a decent night sleep.
Putting dinner in the oven so that we eat earlier.
Making sure your spouse has nice clean clothes for work.
Being aware of the emotional needs of the other even if it seems irrational to you.
Driving to the ghetto to find that deal that you have researched online...when you don't really want to.
Harder sometimes to fathom and easier other times to express
Putting dinner in the oven so that we eat earlier.
Making sure your spouse has nice clean clothes for work.
Being aware of the emotional needs of the other even if it seems irrational to you.
Driving to the ghetto to find that deal that you have researched online...when you don't really want to.
Harder sometimes to fathom and easier other times to express
Monday, February 7, 2011
Fingers and Toes
So our little one is all fingers and toes...or knees and elbows.
His favorite spot right now is right behind my belly button and the upper part of my stomach.
Boy is he strong!
My stomach is feeling super tight right now....it's such a weird feeling!
His favorite spot right now is right behind my belly button and the upper part of my stomach.
Boy is he strong!
My stomach is feeling super tight right now....it's such a weird feeling!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Emotions
My emotions have been running crazy over the last few days.
Emotions are a hard thing to understand. It's amazing to me to see how little things can make you an emotional basket case.
Case in point...I've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed with the reality that in 11 weeks or less we will have a baby in this house. I'll be a SAHM of 3 kids, and life will be totally different. I'm also really unprepared to have this baby in the house...we are nowhere ready and I think...how is this going to happen. So I have been stressing. Makes one tired to stress and yet I have been stressing about it. Mostly I've been stressing about where the baby will sleep and how we will be able to bring him home.
Last night we went out and got one thing that will help to alleviate my stress. We now have a pack and play complete with bassinet, changing station and storage area. This is a load off because now the baby has someplace to sleep when he comes home. I also have found a way to get a good deal on a carseat so that is a relief as well, we will be able to bring him home.
Another thing wreaking havoc on my emotions is how I feel physically. Today I was EXTREMELY TIRED! I went to bed normal time and as usual had some trouble falling asleep and then got up to use the restroom more times than I would have liked. When I was really sleeping well around maybe 1;00am I think Dan had a nightmare or something because he ended up pushing me almost off the bed waking me up...and then I couldn't fall back asleep because I was hungry. I got up and got something to eat but I made a not smart choice and ended up with heartburn and so I couldn't fall asleep until 5:30 andthen I woke up at 7 when the kiddos got up...I had moved to the couch. SO I was tired, and very weepy today. Dan was gracious and gave me space to take a nap and it was so good...and I think I will try and go to bed early tonight so that I can rest.
I'm hoping for a less emotional week. It's hard with all these extra hormones from being pregnant but I have to make it through. Some good countdowns...11 weeks until my due date and 5 weeks until I get to "retire" for awhile.
Emotions are a hard thing to understand. It's amazing to me to see how little things can make you an emotional basket case.
Case in point...I've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed with the reality that in 11 weeks or less we will have a baby in this house. I'll be a SAHM of 3 kids, and life will be totally different. I'm also really unprepared to have this baby in the house...we are nowhere ready and I think...how is this going to happen. So I have been stressing. Makes one tired to stress and yet I have been stressing about it. Mostly I've been stressing about where the baby will sleep and how we will be able to bring him home.
Last night we went out and got one thing that will help to alleviate my stress. We now have a pack and play complete with bassinet, changing station and storage area. This is a load off because now the baby has someplace to sleep when he comes home. I also have found a way to get a good deal on a carseat so that is a relief as well, we will be able to bring him home.
Another thing wreaking havoc on my emotions is how I feel physically. Today I was EXTREMELY TIRED! I went to bed normal time and as usual had some trouble falling asleep and then got up to use the restroom more times than I would have liked. When I was really sleeping well around maybe 1;00am I think Dan had a nightmare or something because he ended up pushing me almost off the bed waking me up...and then I couldn't fall back asleep because I was hungry. I got up and got something to eat but I made a not smart choice and ended up with heartburn and so I couldn't fall asleep until 5:30 andthen I woke up at 7 when the kiddos got up...I had moved to the couch. SO I was tired, and very weepy today. Dan was gracious and gave me space to take a nap and it was so good...and I think I will try and go to bed early tonight so that I can rest.
I'm hoping for a less emotional week. It's hard with all these extra hormones from being pregnant but I have to make it through. Some good countdowns...11 weeks until my due date and 5 weeks until I get to "retire" for awhile.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
What a Week!
In case you live under a rock or in a Sunny warm area where snow is a non issue let me tell you...I just lived through my second blizzard! The weather this week has been interesting to say the least and I am so looking forward to Spring...here's a look at our week.
MONDAY:
I took the kiddos to school...there was some slight freezing drizzle, the roads weren't bad but there were slick spots so you had to be careful. I came home and did a few things since I wasn't going into work until later due to an OB appointment for my 28th week of pregnancy. Dan made it to work with no problems and all in all it was a normal day for us. I get to the doctor, get all the stuff done that I need to do and have my glucose test....hate the stuff they make you drink for this test...ick! My doctor says something about making sure I'm careful and everything and that I should probably just stay home since there is a 100% chance of snow for the next day and a blizzard warning. Well, I spoke up and said that it would help if I had a doctor's note excusing me from work since pregnancy and driving are not the best combo and my company would be more understanding if I had doctor's recommendation to stay home...and he wrote it. The kids ended up with a early dismissal and then Dan worked later than normal...let me just say that our Babysitter in the afternoon is totally awesome! I get home and then learn that the kids school is being cancelled for the next day which I was totally expecting and I get ready to plan for a quiet day at home watching the snow fall....Dan prepares to leave for work earlier and we have a contingency plan set up for him to possibly stay near his work for the evening if the roads are bad.
TUESDAY:
Dan and I wake up early...Dan leaves early for work and makes it before it really starts snowing. The kids and I prepare to be home. By 8:30 we can't see the road pavement...it's snowing steadily and I am thankful to not be driving in the weather. At 10:45 I get a call from Dan saying that they have closed his company for the day and that he is on his way home. He gets home by 12:30 and we enjoy a nice lunch together...it was a lazy afternoon watching the blizzard blow in and seeing the weather and wind change....we were kinda mean parents and sent Jaron for the trash cans in the middle of a heavy patch of snow! Dan and I got naps...that evening Dan and I call his company and find out that we all have a snow day for the next day...in fact my work closed on Wednesday as well. We enjoy a family movie night that night and look forward to sleeping in.
WEDNESDAY:
We start the process of digging out. Our house has a super long driveway that runs the length of the house to a cement pad in the back where the garages are and so it takes a LONG time to shovel...so long in fact that we techincally haven't totally finished. Both cars were in the garage too so we had to clear enough room to get the cars out of the garages. We worked for many hours and still didn't finish the job...we get a call that the kids don't have school for Thursday too. This starts the great debate of who stays home with the kids and what to do..Dan decides its his turn and that he will drive me to work after getting the van out.
THURSDAY:
Dan gets the curb clear and gets the van out so he can take me to work. Then he and the kids spend the afternoon clearing the walk and enough room in the driveway to park the two cars. I went to work and found out that I had no kids on Tuesday so I totally felt better for not being at work...the conditions were really bad...Dan picks me up from work and we enjoy a pizza dinner at Pizza Hut.
FRIDAY:
School is back on and it's a normal day. Dan goes to work and then gets a flat tire. So on my lunch break I have to head to the bank and do a balance transfer so Dan can get four new tires for the van. Again very thankful for the babysitter who was able to watch the kids longer than normal. I get home totally exhausted. The week really hit mehard and the baby was very active all day causing me pain. Add to the pain uncomfortable chairs and hard floors and I feel like I am totally done.
Only 5 more weeks of work....I really hope there are no more snow days....I'm beyond exhausted from all the planning and detail arranging. Being 29 weeks pregnant makes for slower movements and added tiredness...plus I'm often starving.
Looking forward to a less busy weekend and couponing grocery trip...and some good naps!
MONDAY:
I took the kiddos to school...there was some slight freezing drizzle, the roads weren't bad but there were slick spots so you had to be careful. I came home and did a few things since I wasn't going into work until later due to an OB appointment for my 28th week of pregnancy. Dan made it to work with no problems and all in all it was a normal day for us. I get to the doctor, get all the stuff done that I need to do and have my glucose test....hate the stuff they make you drink for this test...ick! My doctor says something about making sure I'm careful and everything and that I should probably just stay home since there is a 100% chance of snow for the next day and a blizzard warning. Well, I spoke up and said that it would help if I had a doctor's note excusing me from work since pregnancy and driving are not the best combo and my company would be more understanding if I had doctor's recommendation to stay home...and he wrote it. The kids ended up with a early dismissal and then Dan worked later than normal...let me just say that our Babysitter in the afternoon is totally awesome! I get home and then learn that the kids school is being cancelled for the next day which I was totally expecting and I get ready to plan for a quiet day at home watching the snow fall....Dan prepares to leave for work earlier and we have a contingency plan set up for him to possibly stay near his work for the evening if the roads are bad.
TUESDAY:
Dan and I wake up early...Dan leaves early for work and makes it before it really starts snowing. The kids and I prepare to be home. By 8:30 we can't see the road pavement...it's snowing steadily and I am thankful to not be driving in the weather. At 10:45 I get a call from Dan saying that they have closed his company for the day and that he is on his way home. He gets home by 12:30 and we enjoy a nice lunch together...it was a lazy afternoon watching the blizzard blow in and seeing the weather and wind change....we were kinda mean parents and sent Jaron for the trash cans in the middle of a heavy patch of snow! Dan and I got naps...that evening Dan and I call his company and find out that we all have a snow day for the next day...in fact my work closed on Wednesday as well. We enjoy a family movie night that night and look forward to sleeping in.
WEDNESDAY:
We start the process of digging out. Our house has a super long driveway that runs the length of the house to a cement pad in the back where the garages are and so it takes a LONG time to shovel...so long in fact that we techincally haven't totally finished. Both cars were in the garage too so we had to clear enough room to get the cars out of the garages. We worked for many hours and still didn't finish the job...we get a call that the kids don't have school for Thursday too. This starts the great debate of who stays home with the kids and what to do..Dan decides its his turn and that he will drive me to work after getting the van out.
THURSDAY:
Dan gets the curb clear and gets the van out so he can take me to work. Then he and the kids spend the afternoon clearing the walk and enough room in the driveway to park the two cars. I went to work and found out that I had no kids on Tuesday so I totally felt better for not being at work...the conditions were really bad...Dan picks me up from work and we enjoy a pizza dinner at Pizza Hut.
FRIDAY:
School is back on and it's a normal day. Dan goes to work and then gets a flat tire. So on my lunch break I have to head to the bank and do a balance transfer so Dan can get four new tires for the van. Again very thankful for the babysitter who was able to watch the kids longer than normal. I get home totally exhausted. The week really hit mehard and the baby was very active all day causing me pain. Add to the pain uncomfortable chairs and hard floors and I feel like I am totally done.
Only 5 more weeks of work....I really hope there are no more snow days....I'm beyond exhausted from all the planning and detail arranging. Being 29 weeks pregnant makes for slower movements and added tiredness...plus I'm often starving.
Looking forward to a less busy weekend and couponing grocery trip...and some good naps!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Still Working on It
Well, my trip wasn't quite as successful as I had hoped. For just food we came under budget but with the other stuff we needed at Walmart we were about 30 dollars over our anticipated goal. But considering that we did need non food essentials I would say 30 dollars isn't real bad.
We also hit CVS...to use our Extra Bucks...love getting Shampoo, conditioner and diapers for FREE!!! It's hard to believe we are buying diapers again but we must...baby is coming soon.
Also went to Home Depot...Dan had a gift card from Christmas and enjoyed looking at seeding stuff for plants and we got another shelf unit to use in the basement!
All in all a most successful shopping day!
We also hit CVS...to use our Extra Bucks...love getting Shampoo, conditioner and diapers for FREE!!! It's hard to believe we are buying diapers again but we must...baby is coming soon.
Also went to Home Depot...Dan had a gift card from Christmas and enjoyed looking at seeding stuff for plants and we got another shelf unit to use in the basement!
All in all a most successful shopping day!
Having A Plan
The last few weeks I have been couponing and while I LOVE saving money I get overwhelmed in the store and struggle with figuring out what I need to buy.
Well, this week I will attempt to grocery shop without getting overwhelmed.
I organized the pantry and list by thing I know that we need.
I listed on my grocery list all the items and the quantity of each one and brand that I need to redeem my coupon.
I also have a good idea of how much I will save before going if I use all my coupons.
Once we get to the store Janea and I will tackle the shopping and Dan and Jaron will get the non perishables and some other non couponing stuff we need...Janea is in charge of the calculator and keeping track of our spending. If all goes to plan we should be well under budget.!
Well, this week I will attempt to grocery shop without getting overwhelmed.
I organized the pantry and list by thing I know that we need.
I listed on my grocery list all the items and the quantity of each one and brand that I need to redeem my coupon.
I also have a good idea of how much I will save before going if I use all my coupons.
Once we get to the store Janea and I will tackle the shopping and Dan and Jaron will get the non perishables and some other non couponing stuff we need...Janea is in charge of the calculator and keeping track of our spending. If all goes to plan we should be well under budget.!
Thursday, January 27, 2011
5 Things...Senses Edition
Right now I am...
1. Smelling the oatmeal cooking in my rice cooker! I love cooking oatmeal this way!
2. Hearing my husband on the treadmill downstairs, my click clack keyboard, and my kids in the other rooms.
3. Seeing...the dishes that need to be done...I must load the dishwasher tonight.
4. Feeling...the little baby in my womb do back flips and somersaults...seriously this kid can move.
5. Tasting...well, not this minute but in just a few I will be enjoying a big bowl of hot oatmeal covered in Raw Brown Sugar....it's so good...and just what I wanted for dinner tonight!
1. Smelling the oatmeal cooking in my rice cooker! I love cooking oatmeal this way!
2. Hearing my husband on the treadmill downstairs, my click clack keyboard, and my kids in the other rooms.
3. Seeing...the dishes that need to be done...I must load the dishwasher tonight.
4. Feeling...the little baby in my womb do back flips and somersaults...seriously this kid can move.
5. Tasting...well, not this minute but in just a few I will be enjoying a big bowl of hot oatmeal covered in Raw Brown Sugar....it's so good...and just what I wanted for dinner tonight!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Noise
My kids are noisy...
They are either Loud or REALLY LOUD!
This poor baby is going to have to learn to sleep through lots of noise or they are going to have to learn to be quieter!
AUUUUGHHH!
They are either Loud or REALLY LOUD!
This poor baby is going to have to learn to sleep through lots of noise or they are going to have to learn to be quieter!
AUUUUGHHH!
Monday, January 24, 2011
Things that Make you Really Thankful
Today I found out that one of my students mother has a new kidney and can now swim with her...
I knew this mom had health issues but at the same time you don't want to ask what type of health issues they are...well, I now know that this mom has been on dialysis and on the wait list for a new kidney for over a year...WOW! I complain about being pregnant and tired and stressed but I don't have the same issues as this family.
The student is adopted and I thought that her mom was simply a single mom well I also found out today that her husband died about 4 years back....while they were in the process of adopting...
So I am thankful for my health, my beautiful family, my loving husband and for all my aches and pains...they are nothing compared to what others are facing!
I knew this mom had health issues but at the same time you don't want to ask what type of health issues they are...well, I now know that this mom has been on dialysis and on the wait list for a new kidney for over a year...WOW! I complain about being pregnant and tired and stressed but I don't have the same issues as this family.
The student is adopted and I thought that her mom was simply a single mom well I also found out today that her husband died about 4 years back....while they were in the process of adopting...
So I am thankful for my health, my beautiful family, my loving husband and for all my aches and pains...they are nothing compared to what others are facing!
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Spring Where Art Thou?
Spring....I long for you.
Spring...I look forward to your arrival.
Spring...you will melt this snow.
Spring...the season when our new arrival comes.
Spring...you can't get here soon enough!
Spring...I look forward to your arrival.
Spring...you will melt this snow.
Spring...the season when our new arrival comes.
Spring...you can't get here soon enough!
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Love a Good Deal
I got in the mail this week a mailer with coupons for restaurants and the like.
Well, there were coupons for Great Clips and 4.99 haircuts. On the page were 2 coupons! So I planned on us getting haircuts this weekend. This morning Janea and I headed out to get our hair trimmed.
I got a half inch off and Janea got an inch off and her's shaped. She looks a lot better and I feel a lot better about mine.
Total cost plus tip for 2 hairdressers: 13.98! So I saved over 15 dollars!
YEAH ME!
On a different note, between the coupons we have clipped the last 2 weeks and the sites I have found for coupons online I saved $12 dollars at the grocery store this week! I'm feeling good about it too...now if I can just keep it up!
Well, there were coupons for Great Clips and 4.99 haircuts. On the page were 2 coupons! So I planned on us getting haircuts this weekend. This morning Janea and I headed out to get our hair trimmed.
I got a half inch off and Janea got an inch off and her's shaped. She looks a lot better and I feel a lot better about mine.
Total cost plus tip for 2 hairdressers: 13.98! So I saved over 15 dollars!
YEAH ME!
On a different note, between the coupons we have clipped the last 2 weeks and the sites I have found for coupons online I saved $12 dollars at the grocery store this week! I'm feeling good about it too...now if I can just keep it up!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
What to do??
Okay, here's the deal...what type of carseat should we get for the new baby.
Our options for infants are a Carrier type for early on and the Convertible carseat.
I'm torn really between the two. We did use a carrier for the older two kids and it worked very well until they were like 4 months old, then it was heavy, awkward and a pain and we would go and get a convertible seat.
The convertible seat would work from birth to probably around 3. They are more cost effective but then you have the hassle of needing to carry them around, but since I am thinking about using a wrap or a sling anyway it would probably not be as big a hassle...I could have hands free movement in stores or at church and not be lugging an additional 20 pounds of carseat around with me. Plus we have the big kids to help us carry stuff...and a good stoller would work too.
I could really use some other's opinions about what works for you and your thoughts regarding car seats.
Our options for infants are a Carrier type for early on and the Convertible carseat.
I'm torn really between the two. We did use a carrier for the older two kids and it worked very well until they were like 4 months old, then it was heavy, awkward and a pain and we would go and get a convertible seat.
The convertible seat would work from birth to probably around 3. They are more cost effective but then you have the hassle of needing to carry them around, but since I am thinking about using a wrap or a sling anyway it would probably not be as big a hassle...I could have hands free movement in stores or at church and not be lugging an additional 20 pounds of carseat around with me. Plus we have the big kids to help us carry stuff...and a good stoller would work too.
I could really use some other's opinions about what works for you and your thoughts regarding car seats.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Seriously???
I woke up this morning, turned on the Morning News and the first thing I see is that Belton has cancelled school for the day.
There has been a little bit of drizzle and the roads are slicker than normal but haven't they ever heard of something called a 2 hour delay???
Now I am scrambling once again to try to find a babysitter and see if I can make it into work for the afternoon...also trying to figure out what to do since the kids probably won't have school since snow moves in to town tomorrow night...
I'm not enjoying this weather!
There has been a little bit of drizzle and the roads are slicker than normal but haven't they ever heard of something called a 2 hour delay???
Now I am scrambling once again to try to find a babysitter and see if I can make it into work for the afternoon...also trying to figure out what to do since the kids probably won't have school since snow moves in to town tomorrow night...
I'm not enjoying this weather!
Saturday, January 15, 2011
A Lazy Saturday
Don't you just love a lazy Saturday? I know I do.
Today has been one of those good type days...
I woke up early but wasn't feeling up to getting up so I lounged in the bedroom and dozed for another couple of hours.
I took a SUPER long shower, with all my girly products and did my best shaving my legs...it's getting harder with the baby belly, then enjoyed hanging out in the warm bathroom as I got dressed and took my time with all the other stuff you need to do to keep dry skin at bay during winter.
This afternoon we took a long trip to Walmart and got the grocery shopping and meal planning done for the week...took a long time but that's okay...we had the time.
Tonight I will fold some laundry and get the laundry going again for next week...it's pizza night so we have Take and Bakes and Frozen pizza so dinner is super easy tonight...my kind of meal!
I also got the kitchen floor mopped and Dan's got some stuff started for a recipe he's going to make tomorrow...all in all a good day!
Today has been one of those good type days...
I woke up early but wasn't feeling up to getting up so I lounged in the bedroom and dozed for another couple of hours.
I took a SUPER long shower, with all my girly products and did my best shaving my legs...it's getting harder with the baby belly, then enjoyed hanging out in the warm bathroom as I got dressed and took my time with all the other stuff you need to do to keep dry skin at bay during winter.
This afternoon we took a long trip to Walmart and got the grocery shopping and meal planning done for the week...took a long time but that's okay...we had the time.
Tonight I will fold some laundry and get the laundry going again for next week...it's pizza night so we have Take and Bakes and Frozen pizza so dinner is super easy tonight...my kind of meal!
I also got the kitchen floor mopped and Dan's got some stuff started for a recipe he's going to make tomorrow...all in all a good day!
Friday, January 14, 2011
5 things
1. So glad that the kids had school for 2 days this week! I think they could have gone on Wednesday but I'm not in charge. I stayed home Monday, Dan Tuesday and we had a babysitter for Wednesday....I'm glad life is getting more back to normal.
2. Budgeting is HARD. I really want to not take my lunch to work today and just go out for lunch but I've already used my "mad money" for the week so that is not an option. So I will take some leftovers and deal with it but I'm not really happy about it.
3. It's COLD...I'm looking forward to warmer weather and SPRING!
4. 26 weeks and counting....I've got roughly 14 weeks to go if I go to term and I am so Ready for them to fly by...baby J is getting much more active and sometimes he kicks so hard it really really HURTS!
5. It's FRIDAY!!!! I'm so glad that it's FRIDAY!!!! I'm looking forward to staying home tomorrow and relaxing and getting the house back into a better shape!
2. Budgeting is HARD. I really want to not take my lunch to work today and just go out for lunch but I've already used my "mad money" for the week so that is not an option. So I will take some leftovers and deal with it but I'm not really happy about it.
3. It's COLD...I'm looking forward to warmer weather and SPRING!
4. 26 weeks and counting....I've got roughly 14 weeks to go if I go to term and I am so Ready for them to fly by...baby J is getting much more active and sometimes he kicks so hard it really really HURTS!
5. It's FRIDAY!!!! I'm so glad that it's FRIDAY!!!! I'm looking forward to staying home tomorrow and relaxing and getting the house back into a better shape!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
The Art of the Deal
We watched a show the other night on TV on people who are considered "Extreme Couponers". Honestly, the deals they got were amazing...and yet at the same time they have so much stuff stockpiled that its just a room full of stuff, a burden at the same time as being a good deal. Well, it started Dan and I into thinking about other ways to save money.
In March I will be quitting my job and start being a SAHM. The cost of infant care and the big kids day camp costs are more than I would be bringing home in income and why should I pay someone to watch my kids while I am taking care of other peoples kids and not bringing home any income in the process...so it makes since to "retire" from the classroom and be with my family...at least until August when I will try and find a different job. With my quitting we will be tightening the budget belt and trying to get the most bang for our buck...and we are practicing now...my income now goes for paying the babysitter and helping to build up an emergency fund for when I am not working.
Well, we started at CVS...I am always impressed at the deals I see where people are being more or less paid for the good they buy there...well we went today and though we did spend a little bit initially we did leave the store with $20 in "Extra Care Bucks" that we will be able to use for other purchases at CVS...when paired later with other Extra care deals we will basically be getting paid for shopping there...can't beat that! It does take some planning but at the same time it is kind of exhilarating!
We did use coupons at Wal-mart today too...and we saved around $8.50 off the total bill...we will continue to clip coupons and try and find the best deals and see if we can start saving more money weekly.
I will say this...it may take the kids some time to get used to the fact that we are changing our habits and looking for the best options for a good deal. They are used to us eating out more and not being as careful...but at the same time I think it is good for the kids to see that we are working on being careful stewards of the money that God has entrusted to us and striving to use it wisely! It's all about living different now so we can live better later. It's a good lesson for us all.
In March I will be quitting my job and start being a SAHM. The cost of infant care and the big kids day camp costs are more than I would be bringing home in income and why should I pay someone to watch my kids while I am taking care of other peoples kids and not bringing home any income in the process...so it makes since to "retire" from the classroom and be with my family...at least until August when I will try and find a different job. With my quitting we will be tightening the budget belt and trying to get the most bang for our buck...and we are practicing now...my income now goes for paying the babysitter and helping to build up an emergency fund for when I am not working.
Well, we started at CVS...I am always impressed at the deals I see where people are being more or less paid for the good they buy there...well we went today and though we did spend a little bit initially we did leave the store with $20 in "Extra Care Bucks" that we will be able to use for other purchases at CVS...when paired later with other Extra care deals we will basically be getting paid for shopping there...can't beat that! It does take some planning but at the same time it is kind of exhilarating!
We did use coupons at Wal-mart today too...and we saved around $8.50 off the total bill...we will continue to clip coupons and try and find the best deals and see if we can start saving more money weekly.
I will say this...it may take the kids some time to get used to the fact that we are changing our habits and looking for the best options for a good deal. They are used to us eating out more and not being as careful...but at the same time I think it is good for the kids to see that we are working on being careful stewards of the money that God has entrusted to us and striving to use it wisely! It's all about living different now so we can live better later. It's a good lesson for us all.
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Bump Check 25 weeks
So here I am in all my pregnant glory. The Bump is getting bigger! I've now outgrown 2 pairs of maternity pants and the ones that are low rise are officially uncomfortable. I really look forward to coming home and putting on comfy pj pants!
Also, taking pictures in a mirror is a little bit challenging!
Also, taking pictures in a mirror is a little bit challenging!Friday, January 7, 2011
FRIDAY!!!!
Hip Hip Hooray!
It's Friday!
I'm so glad that I'll have 2 days off!
Also the countdown is on for when I "retire" for awhile from teaching...after the end of today I will only have 9 more weeks of work!
I'll then have the kids Spring Break with them and then I will get 5 weeks(if I go to term, which I am hoping I don't) for nesting, adjusting to being a SAHM and getting ready for Baby J.
YEAH!!!!
It's Friday!
I'm so glad that I'll have 2 days off!
Also the countdown is on for when I "retire" for awhile from teaching...after the end of today I will only have 9 more weeks of work!
I'll then have the kids Spring Break with them and then I will get 5 weeks(if I go to term, which I am hoping I don't) for nesting, adjusting to being a SAHM and getting ready for Baby J.
YEAH!!!!
Thursday, January 6, 2011
wants vs needs
This pregnancy is challenging to me in many ways. One being cravings for different foods.
Tonight for instance...I so WANT a McDonalds Vanilla Milkshake smothered in whipped cream minus the cherry...It sounds so good and yummy and I want one...like RIGHT NOW! Now, I could be whiny and pitiful and send Dan out tonight to get me one. However, I'm not. It's not in the budget, it's a minor thing and he's worked hard today and is tired. It's not a Need...we have food in the house, we have yummy things that are good or better for me than a Milkshake...but I really do WANT one... but i don't NEED one...it's such a challenge.
The whiny pitiful side of me really wants to send him out for a milkshake, the pragmatic side of me is saying no...and I feel kinda stuck in the middle...
So I'm drinking Hot Chocolate, used up the last of the whipped cream and thinking of other things I can eat that are sweet...
Pregnancy is so hard at times...
Tonight for instance...I so WANT a McDonalds Vanilla Milkshake smothered in whipped cream minus the cherry...It sounds so good and yummy and I want one...like RIGHT NOW! Now, I could be whiny and pitiful and send Dan out tonight to get me one. However, I'm not. It's not in the budget, it's a minor thing and he's worked hard today and is tired. It's not a Need...we have food in the house, we have yummy things that are good or better for me than a Milkshake...but I really do WANT one... but i don't NEED one...it's such a challenge.
The whiny pitiful side of me really wants to send him out for a milkshake, the pragmatic side of me is saying no...and I feel kinda stuck in the middle...
So I'm drinking Hot Chocolate, used up the last of the whipped cream and thinking of other things I can eat that are sweet...
Pregnancy is so hard at times...
Quality Time
Dan and I don't get a ton of quality alone time...and even now when we are alone there is technically a child with us! Well, last night we got to enjoy an evening meal alone without the kids...it was nice! Plus we had a date night on Sunday so we are enjoying getting to hang out together more!
I got off work yesterday at 6:26 and proceed to call home like a do every day. Wednesday's are AWANA night and our Financial Peace class is now over so we don't have anything to do while the kiddos are at AWANA. So I told Dan tht I was starving and we should go get a bite to eat after he drops the kids off..and we did. Nothing fancy...Taco Bueno...but good food and the ability to talk through our day and enjoy each other's company without the kids.
After eating he dropped me back off at church(where I left my car) and I hung out and chatted with friends until AWANA was over...and we were home by 8:35! Worked out great! Eating a meal where I wasn't rushed recharged my batteries a little bit too! I slept like a log last night!
I got off work yesterday at 6:26 and proceed to call home like a do every day. Wednesday's are AWANA night and our Financial Peace class is now over so we don't have anything to do while the kiddos are at AWANA. So I told Dan tht I was starving and we should go get a bite to eat after he drops the kids off..and we did. Nothing fancy...Taco Bueno...but good food and the ability to talk through our day and enjoy each other's company without the kids.
After eating he dropped me back off at church(where I left my car) and I hung out and chatted with friends until AWANA was over...and we were home by 8:35! Worked out great! Eating a meal where I wasn't rushed recharged my batteries a little bit too! I slept like a log last night!
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
ByeBye Christmas
Yesterday I took down the Christmas Tree and most of the Christmas Decorations.
Yesterday was the last day of Christmas break for the kiddos.
Today we are back to a "normal" routine!
Today we are all back to school or work.
So long Christmas...see you next year!
Yesterday was the last day of Christmas break for the kiddos.
Today we are back to a "normal" routine!
Today we are all back to school or work.
So long Christmas...see you next year!
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Best laid Plans
I have the day off today and for the past week I have made plans for what I wanted to accomplish. However, I'm having a tired day...and being pregnant a tired day means that I need to REST.
I don't want to rest today. I want to get my to do list done! I want that sense of accomplishment that comes with getting things done...but if I push myself too hard it's not good for me or the baby. So I am doing a few things than resting...then doing a few more things and then resting...and if I don't get the list done so be it...we'll see how much I do actually accomplish today!
I don't want to rest today. I want to get my to do list done! I want that sense of accomplishment that comes with getting things done...but if I push myself too hard it's not good for me or the baby. So I am doing a few things than resting...then doing a few more things and then resting...and if I don't get the list done so be it...we'll see how much I do actually accomplish today!
Monday, January 3, 2011
Pregnancy Update
I had another Ob appointment today. Dan and the kiddos went with me so Dan could meet the doctor and the kids could hear the heartbeat. First appointment that Dan has made with this pregnancy.
Here's some quick stats.
Measuring 24 and 1/2 inches fundal height
Heartbeat 160.
my blood pressure was 122/78 (which is kinda high for me but I am the only one who seems to be concerned)
and I gained 5 pounds in 4 weeks...which is also a good thing.
So we have roughly 16 weeks to go...we'll see when he makes his appearance!
Here's some quick stats.
Measuring 24 and 1/2 inches fundal height
Heartbeat 160.
my blood pressure was 122/78 (which is kinda high for me but I am the only one who seems to be concerned)
and I gained 5 pounds in 4 weeks...which is also a good thing.
So we have roughly 16 weeks to go...we'll see when he makes his appearance!
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year!
Wow! I can't believe it is 2011 already!
2010 was a rough year for me...a good year filled with many good things. However, at the same time 2010 has been a year of changes for me...here are some of the changes from 2010.
1. JOB My school closed...so I went job hunting...to a job that I really don't like...it's hard to go from a job that is your passion to one you just tolerate!
2. HOUSING--okay this one is a good change...we bought a house this past year! I love my house and all our space! It's a GREAT change... but with the house comes different bills and a mortgage payment that is a bit higher than our previous rent payment.
3. BABY!!!--the biggest and I think most mindboggling thing to me is that fact that I am PREGNANT...8 years after thinking I was done we are being blessed with another addition to the family. This pregnancy and working the hours that I do is also very hard on me physically. I am still in a sense of HUH?? alot...even with an independently moving belly!
So I've been thinking of goals and things for the upcoming year as I have a fresh slate as it were ahead of me...so here's what I am thinking.
1. Budgeting...we took the Dave Ramsey course at church this past fall and it's given us the tools to use to make sure we are being good stewards of all God is giving us...now we need to apply it and live within a monthly budget...we are getting better but there is still room for improvement.
2. Baby...to have a good and safe delivery. To adjust and welcome this new little one into our family with no reservations and hopefully everything we need!
3. Kiddos...to help Jaron through the adjustment of changing schools next year, to being the best mom I can be to 3 kids not just 2. To balance the emotional needs of each child at each of the developmental levels that they will be at.
4. My Marriage...to continue to be the help that Dan needs...to realize that he is a good willed person and I just need to understand that men and women are different...to appreciate all that he does and not focus on the things that I think he isn't doing for me...to love and meet his needs whatever they are...to listen and relate and share what we are feeling together.
5. JOB--To find a new job in the fall or be a stay at home mom...I am most likely going to be leaving my current position in March. I don't feel like it is a good fit for me nor do I feel like they understand where I am coming from and the hours are not good for the family. SO I will take a good chunk of time off to have the baby and adjust to life and then hopefully find a better position for next year.
So that's where I am at this January 1, 2011. It was a good year in many ways in 2010 and yet I have room to grow and develop as 2011 unfolds...so adios 2010...welcome 2011
2010 was a rough year for me...a good year filled with many good things. However, at the same time 2010 has been a year of changes for me...here are some of the changes from 2010.
1. JOB My school closed...so I went job hunting...to a job that I really don't like...it's hard to go from a job that is your passion to one you just tolerate!
2. HOUSING--okay this one is a good change...we bought a house this past year! I love my house and all our space! It's a GREAT change... but with the house comes different bills and a mortgage payment that is a bit higher than our previous rent payment.
3. BABY!!!--the biggest and I think most mindboggling thing to me is that fact that I am PREGNANT...8 years after thinking I was done we are being blessed with another addition to the family. This pregnancy and working the hours that I do is also very hard on me physically. I am still in a sense of HUH?? alot...even with an independently moving belly!
So I've been thinking of goals and things for the upcoming year as I have a fresh slate as it were ahead of me...so here's what I am thinking.
1. Budgeting...we took the Dave Ramsey course at church this past fall and it's given us the tools to use to make sure we are being good stewards of all God is giving us...now we need to apply it and live within a monthly budget...we are getting better but there is still room for improvement.
2. Baby...to have a good and safe delivery. To adjust and welcome this new little one into our family with no reservations and hopefully everything we need!
3. Kiddos...to help Jaron through the adjustment of changing schools next year, to being the best mom I can be to 3 kids not just 2. To balance the emotional needs of each child at each of the developmental levels that they will be at.
4. My Marriage...to continue to be the help that Dan needs...to realize that he is a good willed person and I just need to understand that men and women are different...to appreciate all that he does and not focus on the things that I think he isn't doing for me...to love and meet his needs whatever they are...to listen and relate and share what we are feeling together.
5. JOB--To find a new job in the fall or be a stay at home mom...I am most likely going to be leaving my current position in March. I don't feel like it is a good fit for me nor do I feel like they understand where I am coming from and the hours are not good for the family. SO I will take a good chunk of time off to have the baby and adjust to life and then hopefully find a better position for next year.
So that's where I am at this January 1, 2011. It was a good year in many ways in 2010 and yet I have room to grow and develop as 2011 unfolds...so adios 2010...welcome 2011
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Christmas Vacation...How I miss you
I miss getting days off between Christmas and New Years.
I miss the time to recharge my batteries.
I miss hanging out with my kids enjoying things we got for Christmas.
I miss it.
I really do.
*Sigh*
I miss the time to recharge my batteries.
I miss hanging out with my kids enjoying things we got for Christmas.
I miss it.
I really do.
*Sigh*
Friday, December 24, 2010
Silent Night
We had a very meaningful service at church tonight.
Sang my favorite hymn in the dark by candlelight.
It makes me cry to think of a tiny baby born to die for us.
I love Christmas and the beauty of the Candlelight and the meaning of it all.
Sang my favorite hymn in the dark by candlelight.
It makes me cry to think of a tiny baby born to die for us.
I love Christmas and the beauty of the Candlelight and the meaning of it all.
Christmas Spirit
I've been feeling a little Grinchy this Christmas.
I work with kids who get everything they want. Their parents spend more on childcare in a month than we spend on our mortgage payment. They have no concept of not having their basic needs met...and it's left me not feeling the most cheerful.
We celebrated the HOLIDAYs at school...couldn't leave any holiday out and yet in reality we left out Christmas. We did the trees, snowmen, stockings, wreaths but the True meaning of Christmas the giving of a Savior...that wasn't talked about at all...was even frowned upon.
Dan and I have never done Santa with our kids...they know that there was a man named St. Nicholaus who gave presents to those less fortunate but they know that he was a man. This man loved GOD and wanted to show God's love by giving to others. There is no man in a big red suit who lives at the North Pole and gives presents to good girls and boys with his magic reindeer. We watch the movies because they are fun and cute but my kids know there is nothing real about it.
Today my focus is on the Saviour coming to give the ultimate gift. The light of the World. My focus will be on giving to others because I have been given so much. My focus will be on others and not self.
I work with kids who get everything they want. Their parents spend more on childcare in a month than we spend on our mortgage payment. They have no concept of not having their basic needs met...and it's left me not feeling the most cheerful.
We celebrated the HOLIDAYs at school...couldn't leave any holiday out and yet in reality we left out Christmas. We did the trees, snowmen, stockings, wreaths but the True meaning of Christmas the giving of a Savior...that wasn't talked about at all...was even frowned upon.
Dan and I have never done Santa with our kids...they know that there was a man named St. Nicholaus who gave presents to those less fortunate but they know that he was a man. This man loved GOD and wanted to show God's love by giving to others. There is no man in a big red suit who lives at the North Pole and gives presents to good girls and boys with his magic reindeer. We watch the movies because they are fun and cute but my kids know there is nothing real about it.
Today my focus is on the Saviour coming to give the ultimate gift. The light of the World. My focus will be on giving to others because I have been given so much. My focus will be on others and not self.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
The Avatar and a Sleeping Daddy
What I hear...
right now...
the cartoon Avatar playing on TV...
Dan snoring...
it's a cold and sleepy night!
right now...
the cartoon Avatar playing on TV...
Dan snoring...
it's a cold and sleepy night!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Wiggly Belly
My belly can move on its own.
It jumps and launches.
It's the weirdest sensation.
It's even had the hiccups
It keeps getting bigger.
It's really firm too.
I have my own little shelf!
It jumps and launches.
It's the weirdest sensation.
It's even had the hiccups
It keeps getting bigger.
It's really firm too.
I have my own little shelf!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
"Holiday" Program
We're having our "Holiday" program tomorrow...not a Christmas Program a Holiday Program.
The kids will sing Christmas songs...about Santa, Trees, and Bells...no nativity at all.
We will sing a Hanukah song...no baby Jesus in the manger.
A "holiday" a time where kids get lots of stuff but miss the one thing that they really need...and I can't really talk about it...I read a book about the Baby in the Manger today and not one of my kids could tell me what that meant...
I'm missing the joy of Christmas and the celebration of the Birth of a Savior...where I work it's all Santa and stuff...no joy...just stuff.
It's really Sad...and empy feeling...I'm thankful that I have joy in my CHRISTMAS...its more than just a Holiday!
The kids will sing Christmas songs...about Santa, Trees, and Bells...no nativity at all.
We will sing a Hanukah song...no baby Jesus in the manger.
A "holiday" a time where kids get lots of stuff but miss the one thing that they really need...and I can't really talk about it...I read a book about the Baby in the Manger today and not one of my kids could tell me what that meant...
I'm missing the joy of Christmas and the celebration of the Birth of a Savior...where I work it's all Santa and stuff...no joy...just stuff.
It's really Sad...and empy feeling...I'm thankful that I have joy in my CHRISTMAS...its more than just a Holiday!
Monday, December 13, 2010
The Little Things
The little things make me happy!
Dan got my garage door opener programmed last night...poor guy was in the freezing cold garage with just a little space heater perched on a stepstool and when he finally got it to work the heater and the garage door opener on at the same time caused the fuse to blow! So he was then cold, with the door slightly up, on a stool in the dark! Poor thing...we got the lights back on and it WORKS!!!!!!!!!!!
This morning, my work pants were still in the dryer...I had washed them last night but ran out of time to get them in the dryer...and Jaron needed to go to school so I took him in my jammies...and I didn't get out of the car once! It was so nice!
Thank you Dan for fixing the door! I love you!
Dan got my garage door opener programmed last night...poor guy was in the freezing cold garage with just a little space heater perched on a stepstool and when he finally got it to work the heater and the garage door opener on at the same time caused the fuse to blow! So he was then cold, with the door slightly up, on a stool in the dark! Poor thing...we got the lights back on and it WORKS!!!!!!!!!!!
This morning, my work pants were still in the dryer...I had washed them last night but ran out of time to get them in the dryer...and Jaron needed to go to school so I took him in my jammies...and I didn't get out of the car once! It was so nice!
Thank you Dan for fixing the door! I love you!
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Pictures from the weekend
Here's my view as I look down at my ever expanding belly!
Our beautiful Christmas Tree!
My Mantel all decorated for Christmas and lit up!
The mantel not light up...still pretty!
Our beautiful Christmas Tree!
My Mantel all decorated for Christmas and lit up!
The mantel not light up...still pretty!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Working Momma Woes
I'm a working Mom.
I've been a working mom for most of my kids lives and for the most part it works for us.
It wasn't working this morning.
I had a big ol helping of Momma Guilt...over my current work hours.
I've been blessed in the past to have job hours conducive to school hours. Also I have had the privilige of having my children in the same school where I teach. This is no longer the case.
The kids are now home before me...way before me.
Janea really doesn't like my hours or having a babysitter in the house...She does love our babysitter but it's not the same as having mom home.
She laid the hurt down pretty hard this morning.
My feelings were very hurt, and the wound of working late was very raw this morning.
I'll admit it, I broke, cried, and wanted to do nothing more than quit...but I didn't quit.
I will be able to quit around the time of the baby but for now I am where I am. With lousy hours...that are hard, but we will make them work. I'm blessed to have a job...even when the blessing doesn't seem that great
I've been a working mom for most of my kids lives and for the most part it works for us.
It wasn't working this morning.
I had a big ol helping of Momma Guilt...over my current work hours.
I've been blessed in the past to have job hours conducive to school hours. Also I have had the privilige of having my children in the same school where I teach. This is no longer the case.
The kids are now home before me...way before me.
Janea really doesn't like my hours or having a babysitter in the house...She does love our babysitter but it's not the same as having mom home.
She laid the hurt down pretty hard this morning.
My feelings were very hurt, and the wound of working late was very raw this morning.
I'll admit it, I broke, cried, and wanted to do nothing more than quit...but I didn't quit.
I will be able to quit around the time of the baby but for now I am where I am. With lousy hours...that are hard, but we will make them work. I'm blessed to have a job...even when the blessing doesn't seem that great
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Awwww...
I got home last night from work and found this....
Dan had found one of my gloves in his car and left me a message....I love you too Honey!
Dan had found one of my gloves in his car and left me a message....I love you too Honey!
Monday, December 6, 2010
ugh...ugh...ugh...
that's me grunting like a caveman.
I was up for about 2 hours last night with gastrointestinal distress.
I was glad when it passed.
I did get some sleep but I am quite tired this morning.
On a completely different note...
my oldest and youngest seemed to switch places this morning.
Janea was all about getting up and ready and Jaron was being a little slothlike this morning...usually it's the other way around.
I just realized Jaron really isn't the youngest anymore...I'll have to find something different to call him...
Went shopping online for baby bedding...it's stinkin expensive! I don't know what we are going to do...I just know I am not spending a ton on bedding that the kid probably won't even appreciate....just so I can have a cute room for him.
We think we have a name...and I am being outvoted...the kids LOVE it...Dan likes it and I guess I will have to get used to it...Janea and Jaron are already calling him by this name so I guess that's that!
Dan's been sick all weekend...he's been like a hibernating bear...staying indoors, grunting alot, sneezing and coughing...I feel bad for him...he's been kinda out of it this weekend. He's off to work today and I hope he feels okay.
Jaron's better...just a virus I guess...but he did enjoy getting to go to my sonogram with me and my Mom.
Well, the baby is kicking and I just realized I gotta get my lunch ready for work...off I go...
I was up for about 2 hours last night with gastrointestinal distress.
I was glad when it passed.
I did get some sleep but I am quite tired this morning.
On a completely different note...
my oldest and youngest seemed to switch places this morning.
Janea was all about getting up and ready and Jaron was being a little slothlike this morning...usually it's the other way around.
I just realized Jaron really isn't the youngest anymore...I'll have to find something different to call him...
Went shopping online for baby bedding...it's stinkin expensive! I don't know what we are going to do...I just know I am not spending a ton on bedding that the kid probably won't even appreciate....just so I can have a cute room for him.
We think we have a name...and I am being outvoted...the kids LOVE it...Dan likes it and I guess I will have to get used to it...Janea and Jaron are already calling him by this name so I guess that's that!
Dan's been sick all weekend...he's been like a hibernating bear...staying indoors, grunting alot, sneezing and coughing...I feel bad for him...he's been kinda out of it this weekend. He's off to work today and I hope he feels okay.
Jaron's better...just a virus I guess...but he did enjoy getting to go to my sonogram with me and my Mom.
Well, the baby is kicking and I just realized I gotta get my lunch ready for work...off I go...
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Over Already???
Is the weekend already over?
Weekends are never long enough...especially when they are full and busy!
Saturday:
I had Christmas Cantata practice in the morning.
We ordered pizza for lunch...Papa Johns...super yummy!
I took a nap...love it!
We got ready to go run some errands...we went to the bank and things...and then decided that we should go see the lights at Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake....so pretty, so fun...such a long wait! Usually when we go the wait isn't too bad, this year it was longer than usual or just seemed longer since I needed to go the bathroom about halfway through...having a little person jumping on your bladder like a trampoline makes for terrible bathroom pains! So on the way out we stopped at CVS! So I could go potty!
Played Monopoly Streets as a family!
Sunday:
Church I love worshipping with my church family
Lunch: Taco Bueno...so yummy
Shopping with Janea: Got her a few new tops and a pair of pants, some girl stuff and a present for a family member!
Resting for a while!
Grocery Shopping...Walmart was insane!
So tonight I will take it easy and relax and prepare for the week ahead!
Weekends are never long enough...especially when they are full and busy!
Saturday:
I had Christmas Cantata practice in the morning.
We ordered pizza for lunch...Papa Johns...super yummy!
I took a nap...love it!
We got ready to go run some errands...we went to the bank and things...and then decided that we should go see the lights at Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake....so pretty, so fun...such a long wait! Usually when we go the wait isn't too bad, this year it was longer than usual or just seemed longer since I needed to go the bathroom about halfway through...having a little person jumping on your bladder like a trampoline makes for terrible bathroom pains! So on the way out we stopped at CVS! So I could go potty!
Played Monopoly Streets as a family!
Sunday:
Church I love worshipping with my church family
Lunch: Taco Bueno...so yummy
Shopping with Janea: Got her a few new tops and a pair of pants, some girl stuff and a present for a family member!
Resting for a while!
Grocery Shopping...Walmart was insane!
So tonight I will take it easy and relax and prepare for the week ahead!
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Outnumbered
Janea and I soon will be outnumbered. The male population will be increasing in April....the results of the sonogram is.....
BOY!!!!!
I will try to post pictures soon...need to scan them in on my parents computer...we don't have a scanner!
Friday, December 3, 2010
Thanks I needed That!
I've not been feeling real good this week.
I've been tired, crabby, not sleeping really well, and just feeling blah!
I won't call in sick for general yuckiness or anything...that isn't what sick days are for. Plus, I don't want to take advantage of my works generosity in giving time off. And they are good about trying to be accomodating for doctor's appointments or stuff like that. I did really want to call in and just have a chill day but I couldn't justify it and I wasn't really sick and if I called in sick that would be lying and that is wrong.
Jaron got sick this week. Out of the blue. Fever, coughing, ear goop, the whole nine yards! So I called in to stay home with him...a valid reason to stay home! So Jaron...thanks for getting sick! It was nice to have a day off yesterday and a morning off today...I think I needed it...I'm feeling more rested and not as yucky!
Is it wrong to be thankful for sick children?
I've been tired, crabby, not sleeping really well, and just feeling blah!
I won't call in sick for general yuckiness or anything...that isn't what sick days are for. Plus, I don't want to take advantage of my works generosity in giving time off. And they are good about trying to be accomodating for doctor's appointments or stuff like that. I did really want to call in and just have a chill day but I couldn't justify it and I wasn't really sick and if I called in sick that would be lying and that is wrong.
Jaron got sick this week. Out of the blue. Fever, coughing, ear goop, the whole nine yards! So I called in to stay home with him...a valid reason to stay home! So Jaron...thanks for getting sick! It was nice to have a day off yesterday and a morning off today...I think I needed it...I'm feeling more rested and not as yucky!
Is it wrong to be thankful for sick children?
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Halfway There!
So I am 20 weeks today.
A "normal" pregnancy is 40 weeks...this means that today I hit the halfway mark for the baby!
However my two previous pregnancies ended at 38 and 37 weeks.
So I'm over halfway there!
Tomorrow is our Ultrasound to find out the growth of the baby and how it's doing...tomorrow I hope to know if the "it" is a boy or a girl. We'll be happy with whatever comes...It's getting a little bit more real. Baby J was being Ninja baby this morning!
I'm still in shock that I am pregnant!
A "normal" pregnancy is 40 weeks...this means that today I hit the halfway mark for the baby!
However my two previous pregnancies ended at 38 and 37 weeks.
So I'm over halfway there!
Tomorrow is our Ultrasound to find out the growth of the baby and how it's doing...tomorrow I hope to know if the "it" is a boy or a girl. We'll be happy with whatever comes...It's getting a little bit more real. Baby J was being Ninja baby this morning!
I'm still in shock that I am pregnant!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Oh Dear
Got home from work tonight and found that Jaron was sick with a fever.
Looks like someone wont be going to school tomorrow...and I may get my day off that I've been wanting!
I'm praying that they are understanding about the kiddo being sick tomorrow!
Looks like someone wont be going to school tomorrow...and I may get my day off that I've been wanting!
I'm praying that they are understanding about the kiddo being sick tomorrow!
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