I hit my head. I think I probably have a concussion, but more importantly, it hurts. REAL BAD. Ouwah.
I get to meet two new sweet baby girls tomorrow and I'm beyond excited. That makes Mira's second set of twin girls to grow up with and be BFF's with! So special!
I'm really pretty tired of being "stuck" in the house. I need to find new ways to entertain myself so I'm not feeling the need to rip my hair out by 4pm. It's not Mira either. We have fun playing and she does really well staying on her normal routine when we're home all day, and I LOVE being home with her taking care of her. It's more for my sanity. I don't mind the staying home part, it's more the closed windows, snow on the grass (instead of our baby pool and blanket!) only step out on the porch to get the mail and still freeze our dupa's off part. I guess most stay at home moms are feeling the same way right about now. HOWEVER, I'm very thankful to get to spend so much time with my sweet girl!
I've been doing laundry ALL DAY LONG and it's still not done yet, at 10:25pm. Geez!
I'm excited to spend Sunday celebrating my big Sister's birthday with my family, and then help pull off a surprise for her on Monday, her 33rd. birthday!
I'm such a night owl, and I eat a lot at night. Yuck. Stop it, stop it! I've gotta fit in my 'kini in 20 weeks!
Hmmm.......I think that's all for now. Chips and salsa or homemade banana bread?? Lol!
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. James 1:2-3
Friday, January 21, 2011
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Random
I can't remember the last time I've been so emotionally (yeah, I know I'm always emotional!) involved in the celebration of Christmas. Last years focus was our newborn baby, the year before that I cried the whole time. For years before that, I let other issues rain on my parade. This year, I have an amazing sense of peace. God is first in my life, and I can't help remember that He sent his Son to earth to save us!
The shopping is done, mostly everything is wrapped, and Mira and I are packing up to spend the day with my Sister and Niece baking cookies! I'm more excited about the company I'll be in rather then then job at hand!
Having a small child at Christmas time reminds me to slow down. We can't be every where all at once. There are other things more important than getting presents, like sleeping and eating and snuggling with family!
Mira is starting to walk, becoming more and more brave everyday. It's really funny to watch her take a few steps. Kinda like a Weeble, wobbling back and fourth. She also says "Thank you" all the time, reminding us sometimes to say thanks, even for the smallest things. Wow. Learning from a 1 year old.
I don't know if anyone even reads my blog, but Merry Christmas to you! May you all share the peace that has washed over me, and enjoy this holiday season for what it was meant for!
The shopping is done, mostly everything is wrapped, and Mira and I are packing up to spend the day with my Sister and Niece baking cookies! I'm more excited about the company I'll be in rather then then job at hand!
Having a small child at Christmas time reminds me to slow down. We can't be every where all at once. There are other things more important than getting presents, like sleeping and eating and snuggling with family!
Mira is starting to walk, becoming more and more brave everyday. It's really funny to watch her take a few steps. Kinda like a Weeble, wobbling back and fourth. She also says "Thank you" all the time, reminding us sometimes to say thanks, even for the smallest things. Wow. Learning from a 1 year old.
I don't know if anyone even reads my blog, but Merry Christmas to you! May you all share the peace that has washed over me, and enjoy this holiday season for what it was meant for!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
"For you are fearfully and wonderfully made...." Psalms 139
On the day you were born, we were anxious and excited. We drove to Ohio to await your arrival.
On the day you were born, your birthmom invited us to the hospital. We hung out while she labored and got to know her and her friends.
On the day you were born, the emotions were brewing inside, masked by uncertainty and nerves of steel.
On the day you were born, distractions were welcomed. We laughed, we talked, we watched T.V. We prayed for a quick, painless delivery, and the safe arrival of a healthy baby.
On the day you were born, our families sat waiting hours away. For any bit of news, for any word of hope.
On the day you were born, the time was finally upon us. We sat in the waiting room, imagining what you would look like, and who you would grow up to be.
On the day you were born, we learned of your arrival. We saw the first picture and heard you were healthy. A huge sigh of relief, and butterflies in our tummies.
On the day you were born, we waited and waited. It seemed like forever, then finally, we were invited to see your sweet face.
On the day you were born, we were awestruck by your beauty, as your birthmom placed you in our arms for the very first time. The time seemed to stand still, as we looked at your sweet face. Watching your every move, amazed by your every breath.
On the day you were born, I'll never forget it. We spoke with your birthmom, and she told us the news. She loved you so much, that she wanted us to provide for you. She made the decision, to share you with us. So strong, and so beautiful, the words that she spoke.
On the day you were born, we were overwhelmed with God's grace. He gave us a baby, to raise in his name.
On the day you were born, it still wasn't final, but we loved you regardless of what the next few days would hold.
"On the night you were born, the moon smiled with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see you and the night wind whispered, life will never be the same.
Because there had never been anyone like you.....ever in the world." ~Nancy Tillman
On the day you were born, your birthmom invited us to the hospital. We hung out while she labored and got to know her and her friends.
On the day you were born, the emotions were brewing inside, masked by uncertainty and nerves of steel.
On the day you were born, distractions were welcomed. We laughed, we talked, we watched T.V. We prayed for a quick, painless delivery, and the safe arrival of a healthy baby.
On the day you were born, our families sat waiting hours away. For any bit of news, for any word of hope.
On the day you were born, the time was finally upon us. We sat in the waiting room, imagining what you would look like, and who you would grow up to be.
On the day you were born, we learned of your arrival. We saw the first picture and heard you were healthy. A huge sigh of relief, and butterflies in our tummies.
On the day you were born, we waited and waited. It seemed like forever, then finally, we were invited to see your sweet face.
On the day you were born, we were awestruck by your beauty, as your birthmom placed you in our arms for the very first time. The time seemed to stand still, as we looked at your sweet face. Watching your every move, amazed by your every breath.
On the day you were born, I'll never forget it. We spoke with your birthmom, and she told us the news. She loved you so much, that she wanted us to provide for you. She made the decision, to share you with us. So strong, and so beautiful, the words that she spoke.
On the day you were born, we were overwhelmed with God's grace. He gave us a baby, to raise in his name.
On the day you were born, it still wasn't final, but we loved you regardless of what the next few days would hold.
"On the night you were born, the moon smiled with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see you and the night wind whispered, life will never be the same.
Because there had never been anyone like you.....ever in the world." ~Nancy Tillman
You are loved more than you will ever know.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Babies Don't Keep
When I found Mira's nursery furniture on Craigslist, (super cheap, of course!) I could have never imagined how much time I would spend in the rocking chair. I wish I could write down all of the things I think about as I sit there, but my hands are usually full with someone very important. Almost every night, for the the past 11 months, (give or take a few) I ignored the phone, computer, dirty dishes, dust bunnies, and piles of laundry to rock my sweet girl. While we were waiting for Mira to come into our lives, I found this poem ......
Babies Don’t Keep
by Ruth Hulburt Hamilton
Mother, O Mother, come shake out your cloth,
Empty the dustpan, poison the moth,
Hang out the washing, make up the bed,
Sew on a button and butter the bread.
Where is the mother whose house is so shocking?
She’s up in the nursery, blissfully rocking.
Oh, I’ve grown as shiftless as Little Boy Blue,
Lullabye, rockabye, lullabye loo.
Dishes are waiting and bills are past due
Pat-a-cake, darling, and peek, peekaboo
The shopping’s not done and there’s nothing for stew
And out in the yard there’s a hullabaloo
But I’m playing Kanga and this is my Roo
Look! Aren’t his eyes the most wonderful hue?
Lullabye, rockaby lullabye loo.
The cleaning and scrubbing can wait till tomorrow
But children grow up as I’ve learned to my sorrow.
So quiet down cobwebs; Dust go to sleep!
I’m rocking my baby and babies don’t keep.
As Mira is growing so big and tall, it's harder and harder for her to be comfortable with me rocking her in our chair, so we've become quite creative with the way we snuggle. I hope that she will sit with me, with her head on my chest, and listen to me sing her to sleep for many more years, but I know that will soon come to an end. But for now, I will cherish every second, wrap my arms around her, kiss her cheeks and tell her we love her.
So quiet down cobwebs; Dust go to sleep!
I’m rocking my baby and babies don’t keep.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, July 26, 2010
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
School's out for Summer!
We went to visit Daddy today on the last day for students. He wanted to show me off to his co-workers. Man, did they love me! Ha ha!
Here I am, on top of the world!
And this video just proves, that my Daddy is just a BIG KID!!!
I'm so excited to get to spend more time with him this summer, he's the best!
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