tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69440329448630874342024-03-13T15:01:16.637-05:00Cece is a Mommy!A journey through Life, Love, being a First Time Mom and Everyday Happenings!CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.comBlogger87125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-76731834330529265202014-01-02T21:56:00.000-06:002014-01-02T21:56:56.429-06:00Laynie Harper<div style="text-align: center;">
She's here! my baby girl is here!!!<br />
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A little about my Labor & Delivery Experience:</div>
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So Monday Dec 16th I woke up and had a headache. I figured I just needed to rest for the day. So I posted upon the couch and watched Vanderpump Rules reruns. (my fav reality show at the moment) Then around 10:30 am I slipped into a nap and wokeup at 2.30. Still having the horrible headache but now I also had body aches and a fever. Scared for the fever alone, I texted my doula and asked what I should do. She gave me a home remedy and I also took one tylenol to try to break my fever. I decided to take another nap to see if just relaxing would go away. I also took several baths (when I dont feel good, you can always find me in the bathtub) It was time for Jerms to go to work, and he was worried. I told him that I would be ok, and that if anything changes, I would call him. </div>
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I decided to have some soup and take a shower. </div>
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Towards the end of my shower, I started shaking. Something didn't feel right. </div>
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I decided to call it a night, so I was walking into the living room to turn the lights and tv off and I couldn't go past the kitchen, I had to run to the sink. </div>
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I threw up several times. </div>
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I called Jeremy right away, and told him he HAD to come home. </div>
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I got dressed, called my emergency Dr phone number and she said I needed to go ahead and go to Labor & Delivery triage. </div>
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Jeremy got home in 20 minutes, we grabbed the bags and were out the door. </div>
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We got to L&D at 10:30 pm and they immediatly took me into Triage. I still had a fever, and they swiped my nose and tested it for the flu.</div>
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It came back negative, however...my blood pre!ure what out the roof. </div>
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My stand in Dr decided to keep me and she wanted to go ahead and induce me. </div>
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Because I was 39 weeks 4 days I was full term and it was ok to not be pregnant anymore. And I was still just dilated to a 1. (To say I was disappointed was an understatement)<br />
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So I was hooked up to an IV for fluids, I was dehydrated and didn't even know it. They also started me on Tamiflu just in case I was getting the flu. </div>
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Meanwhile this whole time, I was also having very faint contractions, but didn't know it.</div>
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Dr Gayle came into my room around 5:30am and gave me a break down of what would be happning to get the ball rolling....or baby rolling...hahah!!</div>
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So fast forward to Wednesday at 9am. My contractions were sooooo intense because of the Pitocin. I wanted her out soo bad. So in my mind I declared that she would be out before10am. </div>
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By 9:30am I neeed to push. I screamed out I HAVE to push!!!! So the nurse checked me and I was dilated to a 9. I couldn't push yet, otherwise I was going to tear. 2 contractions later, I was crossing my legs trying to hold her in. I yelled for them to get the Dr. The stand in Dr came in and informed us that they couldn't get ahold of Dr Gayle. At that point I couldn't wait any longer. Sjewas coming out right then. So I told the stand in Dr Let's go I cant wait any longer.<br />
So a few minutes and about 5 pushes later...She was out! Wednesday December 18th 9:52am 7lbs 11oz 21inches long.<br />
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I did mot have an epidural as planned. I do NOT regret it. I was able to take a shower after I fed her and I had a great experience as far as delivering her.<br />
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I could not be more in love. She is an angel, shes just so beautiful. More beautiful than I ever thought she would be.<br />
Im loving motherhood. And I cannot wait to watch her grow!<br />
So stay tuned with us!<br />
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CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-59109392780068592312013-12-11T15:50:00.002-06:002013-12-11T15:50:31.131-06:0039, 39, 39 suckas!!<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Alright alright...so here we are at 39 weeks. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And boooooyy do I feel stuffed!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So yesterday I had my 39week Dr. appointment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, Dr. said my last day has to be Thursday (tomorrow) and then I'm going in on Friday for monitoring and an ultrasound. Just to make sure that she isn't under any stress.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Reason being: She said when you have high blood pressure during pregnancy, they believe it is unsafe for you and for the baby to go beyond 39 weeks. SOOOOO.....I am at 39 weeks officially tomorrow. But Dr. G isnt pushing for the induction because she is really trying to respect my birth plan. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However, I am starting to second guess myself. Not because I don't think that I will be able to do it. But because I'm ready to have her. I am beyond ready. Like I wish I would have started having contractions yesterday!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So talking with my doula, I am going to start to try and get the process going naturally.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We are going to start taking part in those. I was originally going to wait until tomorrow night, but I'm at that point where I am ready to rock n roll NOW!! So I've decided to start them tonight. To heck with it! Lets roll baby!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So yes, please everyone keep us in your prayers!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In other important news, Jeremy officially asked me to marry him last night!!!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We have been together for over 3 years, we love each other so much. We consider ourselves married already. I have called him my husband for at least 2 years now. But last night's proposal meant so much!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">He did it in true Jeremy fashion! He surprised me, he even called my dad...I was shocked! And I absolutely love my ring! We started talking about going ahead and making it legal sometime in October, he asked me to go get my ring finger sized. Then when nothing happened in November, I just gave up on the thought. Like maybe he changed his mind. But low and behold! Mister had something up his sleeve. He knew I wanted something non-traditional and something with my fav color in it. He did so good! He said now I have to love him forever = infinity!! So sweet!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I made alot for myself, so I gfigured she could probably use some too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This past weekend was also my 26th birthday! I was able to celebrate it with my sister, my dad and his wife and Jeremy. It was loverly. We went to Cheddar's. Yummm!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So Happy 26th to me!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's so weird, I wanted to be 26 and having my first child...weird how somethings work out huh?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Cheers everyone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And don't forget, keep us in your prayers that Ms. Laynie comes out on her own!!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'll keep ya posted!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">xoxo,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> So I am a little stressed out here lately. Just trying to figure all these things out is just so dang hard! I try not to focus on it, but its really hard not to. With the countdown of 9 weeks and 4 days also means a lot of other things happening. Agghhh...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Well today I have decided <strong>not</strong> to focus on all of the things that stress me out, but to focus on the things that I am looking forward to!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I am hoping to have her room all set up and ready to go in the next three weeks. I told J that I really want to have it prepared so that I dont have to worry about it at all between now and when she comes. I want it to just be ready for her, and done. So we are working on it! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Saturday afternoon is also my bebe shower #1. Which I am super excited for! My dad took us shopping on this past Saturday to get some of the things I wanted. So we are coming together on all of the supplies needed! So I get to see my friends and some family and I'm excited!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">In two weekends we will also be taking our maternity photos. Jeremy was a bit confused as to why I wanted to take photos (He/She didn't take them with his first born) but I explained to him that One: you never know if you can have another child and you want to always remember it what better way than pictures, and why not show your child those. I think they are sweet and necessary. Two: It stops time for a moment. Life is so rushed everyday. I think it will be sweet to sit in her room and see the love for her that we had on that day. I just know that they will be great! And Three: Why the heck not?! lol.. So he was more on board afterwards, but I also explained yall were young, and maybe didn't think about it, but I've always wanted maternity pictures! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Two weeks ago I ordered a t'-hirt from <a href="http://gypsyville.com/">Junk Gypsy</a>. I looove JG. They have the cutest custom shirts, jewelery and more! Its so country but with a gypsy kind of flair! And its not too pricey. My shirt came in last friday and I decided to wear it today! Today is one of those days that I don't feel sooo pregnant. She changed positions last night because my stomach was rock hard! So I guess she is in a different position cuz my stomach isn't sticking out as much as it was the past few days. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">So the past couple of days I have been obsessed with It's Judy's Life on Youtube. If you do not know who I am talking about go ahead and click <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/itsJudysLife">HERE</a>. I love it. I think I like watching the, because I'm having a girl and their daughter is so cute! And plus they are a really cute family. AND she is currently pregnant with TWINS!!! Ahhhh. And her daughter just turned one...I wish her the best of luck! I'd be stressin'...but she is just so sweet. Im jealous of how good of a mood she wakes up in.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"> She's all... GOOD MORNING!!!! And Im like...did you just look at me, I will slap you! hahaha jk...<span style="font-size: xx-small;">sorta!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Ok back to what I was talking about. On the vlogs, her husband Benji makes them green juice/smoothies whatever you wanna call them. And so every time I see her drinking one Im like..Ummm where's mine! Haha! No but seriously, I am craving a green juice, and I don't even know what they taste like. I've never had one before, but I have heard LOTS of great things about them. Alot of celebrities are in to them and what not. Plus its packed with fruits and veggies...come on. How much better can it get. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">So in my obsession with wanting to try them out I Pinterest searched this morning for some recipes that are safe for pregnancy. Cuz ya know, gotta make sure it's safe for my bebe! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">But here lately for at least the past week, I have been feeling like I dont eat enough vegetables/fruit. So I've been looking for more ways to add it in, and Boom! This not only sounds super healthy but, I'm betting it's super tasty!</span></div>
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So yesterday Bebe bump and I went to the Dr! I was really surprised that I was able to kind of get in get out. Usually there are sooooo many womens there and you have to wait 20 minutes past your appointment time and then your back in the room waiting for 20 more minutes. But I got there 10 minutes early, got my pee sample and vitals done in like 2 minutes and then back to the room and the doctor was in to see me in like 10 minutes! Just long enough for me to check emails and text people back who text me while Im driving, or text all my daily random ideas that I have to Jeremy (I do this everyday) So she put the sonogram thingy on my belly and you could hear her heartbeat! So strong and beautiful!!!! What she did next scared the crap out of me (not literally btw) But she grabbed Laynie's head! Ahhhh...She was like yep, her head is down and you both are doing great! Oh ok. Thanks Doc for grabbing my babys head inside of my belly! haha<br />
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Yesterday after my Dr appointment I went to go register at the hospital; which happens to be right next door to the Dr, and also right down the street from us! They reccommend that you do this between 28 and 35 weeks. Just in case you deliver early, so that way you dont have to worry about standing there while in labor trying to get yourself registered...so I went ahead and did this yesterday! It didn't take as long as I thought that it would at all. It was quite a quick process. <br />
After the hospital I went to Target. Because while I was getting into my car from getting gas before heading to the Dr. my bra decided to break!!! OH EM GEEE!!! If anyone knows me they know that I absolutely <strike>HATE </strike><span style="font-size: x-small;">(dont say hate, its not pretty) </span><span style="font-size: small;">loathe bra shopping. Because the girls are already pretty big, and its just annoying. I can never find my size and then when I do it doesn't fit right, or its a grandma bra! And eww! No thanks! So I thought I would go check out Target's bras. I opted for a nursing bra since we're almost there and I might as well get used to wearing it anyway. And much to my surprise Target had really super cute nursing bras. These are the two that interested me the most...cuz momma likes to keep it sexy ya know.</span><br />
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These to me where the cutest. I got the black one and next week I'll get the cream one. They were really resonably priced too! $19.99 each. They also had some that were solid colors. Like a steel grey and a fuschia as well as a plain cream and also white. The solid colors were $16.99. But I really like them because they are really comfortable! I like bras with underwire because...well the girls gotta be held up. I dont like a saggy boob on myself or anyone else. So I personally prefer underwire. <br />
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Last year was my first year going. Jeremy and I went after Thanksgiving after his cousin's wedding. I had never been, and we had so much fun! Last year I was able to drink, although I didn't drink much. I actually dont recall drinking at all. Usually when Jeremy and I go out, I usually let him drink so I can be the DD. BUT not anymore! After Laynie comes out and I give myself enough time to get situated to pumping and learn the whole pump and dump system...Mommas gonna pay you back!! lol..</div>
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But the Ren Fest is really cool, they even have campgrounds at the fairgrounds where you can come set up your tents, or your RV or your travel trailer and just hang out all night. I personally think that alot of other stuff goes down on the campgrounds, so you wont see momma out there anytime soon!<br />
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And this morning he sent me a message. He has been unbelievable sweet lately. Friday night and Saturday morning I was not very nice to him. I was a bit stressed and overwhelmed and irritated and my hormones kicked in that night. But usually we spend a few hours apart, go on about our lives and dont talk for awhile, and then things calm down, and one of us gives in. Its usually him, cuz I can keep on rolling for a while. And not feel the least bit guilty about it. But he starts missing me and dont get me wrong, I miss him too. But when I'm mad. I am mad. But when he's mad, he says what he says, takes his few minutes and then he's over it. He is the best at forgiving quickly. Sometimes with others I hate that he is that way, but it's who he is. And I wouldn't change it for the world! <br />
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So back to me being so hungry! I've been like hungry hungry hungry. It's so weird. I swear I dont starve myself, nor would I ever with or without a baby growing inside. But I do still try to keep my same portion size. I think that has what has helped as far as not gaining a ton of unnecessary weight during this pregnancy. Which I didn't want. But in the third trimester, and the closer we get, the more she is growing and I know I will need to go ahead and put a <strong>little</strong> extra on my plate. I have been trying to reverse the way I eat. I try to eat my breakfast, 2 snacks (healthy snacks a fruit and a grain) and a bigger lunch, fruit for an afternoon snack and then something small for dinner. I usually have a small glass of milk before bed. Because I crave it! I need it!!! lol..And its on my mind all night. And I dont want to dream about a cow and pink milk...It's happened...trust me! I reversed it because I dont like the feeling of "oohh just roll me into bed!" at night when I've eaten a large dinner. It's helped so far!<br />
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I am officially 30 weeks!!! Well 30 weeks and 1 day to be exact, but hey. That means that we only have about 10 weeks left and I am just in awe and cant believe its almost, almost time. <br />
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This weekend we decided to dedicate it to her dresser. We will be starting on it tonight with spot sanding it. Then hopefully tomorrow we can go to Lowe's or Home Depot and get the paint. I picked out an off white that closely matches the crib and a very beautiful grey color. Jeremy helped pick them out and he was excited about it! <br />
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I want to creat one of these mobiles for her crib. I thought maybe I would sponge roller brush grey paint on the burlap. Or find a really pretty grey and white pattern that matches everything. But I think this is absolutely adorable and it just brings character to her room. Although I will be sure that its high enough so that when she gets older and more active she cant pull at it. But the directions on it were <strong>very</strong> detailed and it screws into the ceiling. So we're good!<br />
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Then I saw this little number on Etsy. I absolutely love it! And Laynie still needs a coming home outfit. And since December is a colder month here in Texas, I wouldn't mind something like this with long sleeves and covers her feet. It would be soo cute with a pink beanie! So I'm going to ask my favorite aunt to make it for her. She is also helping me with making her curtains. Because I just didn't know what fabric to use. And burp/spit cloths and a few other things. I am making some, but you can never have enough!<br />
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And with all these ideas I get to thinking we really dont have long! In two weeks from tomorrow we have our 2nd 3D/4D Sonogram which we are both soo ready and excited for! Also on the same day is my family's baby shower! And I am super excited for it! Then two weeks after that is our Maternity Photoshoot! Ahhhh!!! And I still cant choose what I want to wear. Guys are so easy! Then Thanksgiving is 2 1/2 weeks after our photos and then my birthday is 1 1/2 weeks after that (December 8th). And then my due date is 1 1/2 weeks after that! Oh my!! We have soo much going on this year. Last year it was so calm. Like a total 360 this year! <br />
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LOTS! She is very active during the day now. And she wakes up in the early morning hours and then sleeps for a few hours and then boom! I feel a turkey leg pushing under my ribs! lol...I like to rub where she pushes. I guess its like me letting her know that I'm here, yes thats my rib! lol..But when I rub where she pushes she usually stops and pauses. She does this new thing where she pushes herself to the absolute possible outstretched position. And you can see it. My belly gets very very tight. And I just rub it and she stay there for a few minutes. and then poof, when I'm done rubbing, shes gone! </div>
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I miss being able to fully button my pants, not having to pee every 5 minutes during the day and not having to pee at all at night. I miss being able to roll out of bed. Now its a 1..2..3.. and go! I litteraly have to push myself out of the bed! My leg hair not growing so fast, being able to shave comfortably! Being able to cuddle with my love without feeling like a whale. Not feeling tired all the time. I get a burst of energy throughout the day. But as soon as I get home its gone. Not having a set bedtime. Anything past 9:30pm and you can count me out! I miss my brother. He is currently in Bahrain serving until January. So he will miss Laynie's birth. But I wish him and his wife could come down. My sister in law is going to come after she is born...but its not the same. Dont get me wrong I love her to peices too...but I wish my brother could be here. He's going to be an uncle! He has two boys and I just know that if they lived closer he would be an awesome unlce to her!</div>
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I love being able to feel her, like actually feel her on the outside finally. Being able to feel her from the inside is different. But now Jeremy can actually feel her. She had hiccups at 5am yesterday and I woke him up, grabbed his hand so he could feel it. He said "Cool" and he was snoring 5 seconds later! lol... I love that we are getting so close. I love that my family <br />(Sisters, dad and his wife) are being so unbelievably supportive and keep in contact with me everyday! We arent a very close family...but maybe that will change. I love my Jeremy. Because this week I have been a little on the emotional side with everything (kinda stressed) and he's just been so patient with me. He has yet to yell back at me or leave! lol...</div>
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I am looking forward to Laynie being here. I am looking forward to holding her. But mostly I am looking forward to Jeremy holding her. He's so ready for her. His little girl!! ( Awww...I got tears just typing this!) I am looking forward to bringing her home, snuggling with her, hearing her cry. Tending to our little baby girl. I am looking forward to her smell. To dressing her so cute everyday. To changing her diaper. To talking to her and teaching her neat things. </div>
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CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-43287048705321584572013-10-08T11:55:00.001-05:002013-10-08T11:55:36.469-05:00In need of help....<br />
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The weather is absolutely beautiful the past three days. They say Texas doesn't have a winter, we just have cold fronts! Because Im sure this time next week the temp will go back up to 98. But right now its 69. Which is very lovely. I absolutely love this time of year. Its my favorite. When the weather starts to change, kissed the humidity and heat good bye! OOH its just lovely! I get to drive with my windows down, hair blowing in the wind and music turned up on my fav country station. I love it!<br />
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But lately, my life has seemed to just be so out of my control its not funny. I would have never imagined these past 7 months to go the way they have been. This is going to be real, raw and Im going to put the truth out there. Because honestly, I need help, and advice on how to deal with the situation that I am in. <br />
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Two weeks ago, Jeremy comes home from taking Brayden (his son) back to where he lives. Just a little back story for those of you who don't know. Brayden is Jeremy's 9 year old from a previous relationship. His mother is the worst person to deal with. She makes everything VERY difficult for us. We are supposed to get him on Thursday night for about 3 hours and then every 1st, 3rd and 5th weekend. None of this happens btw. She will NOT follow what the courts have ordered and doesn't care. She is rude to both of us, she called Jeremy one Sunday morning that we had him and demanded that he be ready for her to pick him up at 10 am. And when Jeremy said no...she called ME a B$T%&!!! ME...I don't have anything to do with it..ANYWAYS...that's not my point. <br />
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My point is this. We found out I was pregnant the third week of April, which just happened to be Brayden's spring break. We didn't tell anyone because I wanted to go to the Dr. just to be sure, and also give it sometime to develop and be sure. As any mother knows, you want to make sure you get out of the woods first, before spilling the beans. So we waited. Well, about a month later Jeremy's mom was very suspicious of me. She kept looking and starring at me. I was nervous. I thought...oh Crap! She knows. So she started asking Jeremy questions...he spilled the beans to her. She was all over the moon excited. She declared first that it was going to be a girl. And that she can't wait to start buying girl clothes and bows etc...Asked me what I was going to decorate her room like etc...All before we found out exactly what Baby Favors was going to be! <br />
My ultrasound was August 6th. We decided to wait until the 17th to spill the beans on the gender. The morning of the 17th came and I was so nervous! I kept getting texts from friends and family demanding for us to declare what it is. So we did it. We sent all of our family and friends the same picture...remember this one?<br />
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Yep, everyone got that picture. Well, there wasn't one person that didn't say " I told you so" We are happy, so what everyone else thought didn't matter. Jeremy's mom and my mom were the most excited. Well then came the end of August when things started to change. Its hard for me to explain it, but my mom got really possessive. I don't write much about my mom or family on here (other than Jeremy) because to be honest I don't have a close relationship with them. My mom and dad divorced almost two years ago, and its been very weird and just awkward since then. And my mom has some health issues. And if I let her into my life for a long period of time, she becomes a wrecking ball. But she had become very possessive of my unborn child. Then Jeremy's mom got <strong>very</strong> distant. <br />
A couple of weeks ago he came home and said that his mom said she "is having a hard time getting excited about Laynie" My heart sank. My feelings were hurt. I didn't show it to Jeremy, and it actually didn't even hit me until the next day. I got to work and BOOM. I was a mess. I cried all day. I just thought about how innocent Laynie is to everything. And how unfair it is for someone who is supposed to be apart of her cant be excited?! <br />
And its all because of Brayden's mom. See Debbie (Jeremy's mom) has always been on team Tracy. Even after him and I got together, I remember how much she used to talk about them as if they were still a couple. Even after them not being together for over 7 years, she still looked to them to get back together. Debbie is very close with Tracy. They go out to eat together on a weekly basis. Debbie is always at Tracy's mother's house (where Tracy, her husband her daughter and Brayden live) There isn't a day that passes that they aren't together or talking on the phone. The day that Lady passed away we decided to bury her at Debbie's house because that was our home. That's where we lived. It was home to LB. In the meantime Debbie, Jeremy and I had gotten into an argument about how disrespectful I thought that Debbie was to have such a close relationship with Tracy. Tracy always ends up finding out information about us, and there is only one person she can learn it from...Debbie. So we asked her to not only respect us when we are around, but also when we aren't around. The answer was <strong>NO.</strong> So I proceeded to tell her that I will not ever let Laynie stay with her without one of us being around. I cannot trust her and I think its rude.<br />
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And now since I don't "approve" of her relationship with Brayden's mom, she has chosen Tracy over her own son's family. And Jeremy and I are both hurt by it. We want Laynie to have all of her family around her. I grew up without both sets of grandparents. One side it was just my Grandma and she was so far away and by her choice she didn't care for us. On the other side it was also just Grandma and she too was so far away.<br />
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This has been weighing on my heart, kind of stressing me out in a way. I am just not sure what to do. Half of me wants to say Screw you, we don't want you in our lives anyway, but the other half for Jeremy wants to smack her and say you need to chose your son crazy! Who doesn't chose their own flesh and blood??!! <br />
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CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-70388861583671877562013-09-30T13:41:00.001-05:002013-09-30T13:41:04.758-05:00Concert and Girl Time with my Bestie (Weekend Recap)<br />
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So first things first...Its raining here in Houston, TX again! I love it! Especially while I work. I don't have to be out in it, I don't have to worry about getting wet. I just love the sound of it hitting my window at work.</div>
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Second, I went to Dierks Bentley and Miranda Lambert concert Saturday with my bestie Amber! It was soooo much fun! Dierks is a serious hottie. OMG! The way he rocks that guitar and hold that microphone...ohh yumm...Ok Im done! lol...Sorry babe! </div>
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I told Jeremy I would not mind at all if that's who Laynie looked up to. Because she is just acceptable in my book as a good role model. She's one of my role models, homegirl knows how to kick ass and take names! So you go Miranda! And please come back!<br />
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I was super excited to go to this concert. Jeremy was a little worried...me being 28 weeks and all. But overall it was safe! The weather was expected for Houston. Hot and MUGGY! Hellllloooo Humidity! But we had fun! Every year I try to listen or watch for when she is coming to town, and for the past three years I have missed it every time!</div>
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But I was more happy to be doing so with my best friend Amber! Her and I have known each other since we were about 13/14. She's my oldest friend (we've been the only ones to actually hang out and keep in touch through the years) and I wouldn't trade her for the world. We are total opposites! As she describes me I am a "fashionista", classy, always put together. She is plain Jane, hair in a pony(all the time) jeans and t-shirt, or workout clothes and tennis shoes and hardly any makeup. I am a bit reserved, until I start drinking...(sometimes) she is loud, and proud! She is in ya face, I am sit back and watch! But that's what makes us click I think! She is a sweetheart and is an awesome Nanny! She went to University of Texas, I went for two years to a community college! She has a degree, I do not. But she still loves me and I love her! We have been through a lot together! We even broke up for a few years...but we just cannot stay away from each other. She lives in Austin, TX and we usually only see each other once a year, but we talk all the time (she's texting me right now! haha) But since Laynie is coming, we have vowed to see each other much more often! </div>
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CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-72510423800570885732013-09-25T16:00:00.001-05:002013-09-25T16:00:34.052-05:00Things that have been on my mind<br />
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We all know that Laynie is the #1 person/thing on my mind! She's all I think about probably...85% of the day. Mostly because she's awake and kicking/moving around and I feel her so it's kind of hard not to notice her! haha.. <br />
But I also cannot wait until I get to actually hold her. Her being my very first baby I'm just super excited to be able to hold her, and snuggle with her and just love her so much! (12 more weeks tomorrow!!!)<br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">May we be blessed so that we are able to bless others</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">I want to be able to tithe more than what I do presently at church. But Im just not able to. I also want to be able to donate more to great causes and such but I'm not able to. I do however do a once a year donation, but it's not as big as I would like for it to be. I want to be blessed just even a little bit more, so that Im able to bless someone else. </span><br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">Running/getting back into shape after bebe is born</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">I am excited about getting to be able to run again after Laynie is born. I don't necessarily want to spend so much time in the gym like I was, but I would like to take up running...outside. I want to be out in the open. Jeremy and I have thought about cancelling our gym membership and getting one to a different facility. One that has more activities available and longer childcare hours so that in the days that we want to go play racquetball together or go swim, we'll have someone to watch her. </span><br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">Decorating her room</span><br />
I have finally narrowed down the color scheme for the furniture, and since I bought her dresser Saturday it makes it much more exciting to see it all coming together! we have 12 more weeks (tomorrow!!!) <br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">Getting our room finished</span><br />
Our room is the last room to be taken care of. We just need a few things but still. Those few things will probably wait till who knows when. Just because we take care of other things first. <br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">Moving</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">Our lease is up February 1st. We go back and forth every week on weather or not we are going to move or stay for another 6 months or what...it's just so much to think about.</span><br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">I need a <strike> new </strike>safer vehicle</span><br />
I do! Someone hit me July 30th and he lied (imagine that) and his insurance denied me that they would fix it. So now, I'm having to pay my deductible to get it fixed. Which is not even close to what the damages cost, however...its money I don't have to spare. <br />
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<span style="color: black;">To be honest, I have only been to one and it smelled like pee! And my motto id "If it smells like pee, it aint for me!" So I have two more that I can look at...Please pray that Im going to be able to find one and that I'll be ok with it. </span><br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">Should I switch jobs and risk job-security so that I can spend more time with Laynie</span><br />
My job has become somewhat of a huge mess. I had one girl put in her two weeks and she showed up once. Then I have this guy who is somewhat of an information controller for our company and he is a prick. Spends most of his time telling everyone his opinion of why things are wrong, and how messy (as in neat etc..) people are and what not. And my boss has gotten to this point of..well we're stuck in the mud now we might as well enjoy it. Ummm we have approximately 12 weeks until my actual due date...but thats only if I go full term. What if I dont, then what. <br />
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So I have thought about and prayed about some direction about my job. But as of yet, I have yet to know what Im supposed to do. And its nerve racking!<br />
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<span style="color: cyan;">Insurance is so expensive</span><br />
Jeremy has told me on many occasions that he would love for me to be a stay at home mom with an income-gaining hobby (which is what I really <em>really </em>want to do) but we just cant afford it. So...I am working basically to cover myself for the insurance and pay my car (note and insurance) Its pretty annoying. Like really. <br />
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These have been the things that have been on my mind periodically throughout the day. Not necessarily in that order, but still been thinking about them. I try so hard not to focus on my haves and have nots... <br />
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Which brings me to church service on Sunday. Pastor was talking about how we need to keep our focus on God and off of our circumstances. And how people hold grudges against God when they don't get what they want when they want it. It was a great service! It fired me up, and I was sad that Jeremy missed it. But If you want to listen to it for some lesson and encouragement click <a href="http://mercygatechurch.com/media/?sermon_id=513"><span style="color: cyan;">HERE</span> </a>for the link to my church. He puts his sermons on the podcast and you can listen as long as you have Internet for FREE! Who doesn't love free!? <br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This weekend was pretty relaxed. Jeremy had to work all weekend, and I just did my normal what I do when Im alone all weekend! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I cleaned! Like a cleaning freak!! Pregnancy-nesting I guess. But I scrubbed every-thang! and I was super satisfied, although it wore me out! Saturday after I got back from the grocery store and put the chicken noodle soup ingredients in the crock pot, I cleaned for about 2-3 hours...And it wiped me out! I had to take an hour nap just to be able to keep my eyes open the rest of the day. I guess bebe is needing me to rest more. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thats one thing that I struggle with. Is needing to know when I need to just take a little break...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Im so go-go-go Im just not used to having to take a break. I feel like a realy fatty when I tell my husband I need to sit down and prop my feet up for a minute...I know Im not, but I get discouraged, big time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This weekend I also have begun the process on a few projects for Laynie's room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So I wanted an antique dresser to also be a changing table for her room. And so Friday I took to Craigslist. I knew I had a few bucks left over this week and decided to get started, or at least look. I found a few that I absolutely loved. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The last one that I looked at before I decided to give up my search for the weekend, was this one...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Pertty huh? I want all the furniture to match. Her crib is antique white, and her bedding is pink, grey and white. So I wanted all the furniture to either be antique white, or grey, or both. I also got a daybed that was at my Dad's house not being used, so I decided to bring that in so that Brayden can sleep in it, instead of on the huge queen bed he sleeps on now. It takes up waaay too much space after putting in the crib and dresser. So the daybed is perfect. And it also works for me; which is the main reason why I got it. But I started thinking about how she will probably want to feed at night, or what if she's fussy, or sick...And I dont want to wake Jeremy by turning on all the lights, just to bring her back to our room. So on those nights, I can just lay with her in there. Or take naps with her, and play with her in there too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The day bed's beautiful frame is grey, so it worked out perfectly! I'll get you a pic up as soon as we put it up, which will be by Friday! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> I started working on it yesterday evening before Jeremy got home from work, and then we blasted out to Kemah to spend some time with my family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So I will be finishing it up tonight, and will probably hang it soon. But I love it, I think its classy!</span></div>
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CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-13473540381514111722013-09-19T12:16:00.000-05:002013-09-19T12:16:10.745-05:0027Weeks!!!!! 13 Weeks to go!<br />
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I have been soo unimaginable busy yall! At work we had a girl turn in her two weeks, then the last week she just popped in periodically on wichever days she chose, and it put me having to work double jobs.. ughh...<br />
Then we started a few new church groups this week with our church. Can I just say, that I think that our church is amazing! Not just because I am so filled, inspired, rejuvinated, energized for God every time I enter those doors. But also because our Pastor is amazing. He is sooo on fire for God, his messages are so heartfelt, and meaningful and true, honest and touching. Sometimes it brings me to tears...and Im not the only one in house crying! Also because our church offers whats called Fusion Groups. Fusion Groups are basically bible study on different topics that everyday people go through. For example Jeremy and I are in the <em>Becoming a Contagious Christian, Bringing peach and Harmony to the Blended Family. </em>But there is also groups for just men and just women, or groups for couples such as a class that Jeremy and I are going to take later in the year called <em>The Art of Marriage. </em>Starting October 28th I will be in the <em>Proverbs 31 Woman</em> class. Which I am very excited about! I love Proverbs 31 Ministries. <br />
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So I have been work busy, church busy, and life busy. We only have 13 weeks left! ahhhh!!! I get more and more excited with every week that passes! <br />
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My baby shower isnt until October 26th...only about a month away, so I am still trying to wait to buy stuff...But I just need to know what Im going to need. I am still in search of an old antique dresser to redo for the changing table/storage until she's older to use as a dresser. We havent found one yet, but I plan on going to some garage sales this weekend, because we need to get started on that project. <br />
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Also on another great/busy note...Jeremy got a new job! Im sor excited about it. His first week was this week. He started Monday. And I tell you our prayers were seriously answered. He cam home all this week in the best mood! He's so much more loving, relaxed and just not stressed. He doesnt talk about work in his sleep anymore. He actually doesnt talk in his sleep at all anymore! Which is the best sign...that means that he's sleeping and not stressed out! So yay!<br />
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Laynie is growing, and moooooving. She moves about 85% of the day and about 50% of the night. She was not shy at out 26 week appointment. This is the first time that she let Dr. Gayle actually hear her heartbeat. She usually had her back to her and far away. But Tuesday she was facing her, and right out on top. So the Dr. smiled when she heard it. Nice and strong and beautiful! <br />
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I am thirsty, like all the time! I guzzle water like a mad person. When I wake up in the morning, I just feel like throughout the night I dried up and need about a gallon of water to suffice. I am not craving anything weird. I mostly want comfort food. Such as pizza, I could go for some macaroni and cheese! Grilled Cheese would definately satify me! Other than that, I've been pretty solid. Monday I had some pain, but I took a warm bath and it went away. Talked to Dr about it and she said it was probably contractions. But that when I feel that way to find a way to relax; warm bath, nap etc and just take it easy until it passes. But if it lasts for more than a day to call the emergency number. So hopefully it will stop. My glucose and blood test came back, and NO DIABETES!!! And also she said my blood count is even perfect! So we are so so healthy! Its so good to know that I am so healthy with my bebe! <br />
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IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII am soo HAPPY today! Today I am 6 months! 24Weeks people! Only 3 more months to go! Yaya! This chick is excited!<br />
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I love feeling her kick me inside, BUT I would love to have her here so that I can snuggle her little baby newborn neck! <br />
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Okay, it's kind of blurry; but it soo adorable! Especially with the panty hose and the beanie! Not to mention the sparkly shoes. We might actually skip the sparkly shoes...but still. How adorable! And remember, it will be colder when I have her, so this outfit is actually appropriate for the season! <br />
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Gosh, Im just so ready to meet this little girl. I cant wait to hear her coo, and oohh and aaahh and cry and want me and want her daddy! My goodness. I first found out I was pregnant when I was only 4 weeks along. So a month ago, this pregnancy felt like it was dragging on, like it was never going to end! But this past month has just flew by! And we are soo close to meeting her! As of last Monday the 26th we have two months until we get to go again for the 4D ultrasound one more time. So that we're actually able to see her face, and hands this time. Last time; which was about 3 weeks ago she is still so tiny and still forming. Her ears haven't fully developed yet either, so I can't wait to see who she looks like the most. My sweet little girl.<br />
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And how cute are these polka dot tights from Zulily?!! When I went to buy them, they were sold out =( BUT I requested that they notify me when they become available again. It reminds me of when I used to wear my polka dot tights with my cut off shorts over them. My mom used to let me dress the way I wanted. And when I was younger, I was <em>always</em> in my tights and cut off shorts! <br />
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But her kicks and pushes are getting stronger and stronger. She wakes up early early! So I've been trying to adjust my schedule a little bit. I know that I need to prepare myself to wake up earlier, so this week everyday I have set my alarm 5 minutes earlier each day. I did pretty good. But I want to get back to where I wake up at 5:15 instead of 6:00. Eventually getting to where I wake up earlier; especially after I have her and get cleared to start working out again, then Jeremy and I will switch off on who gets to go to the gym in the mornings vs afternoons. Because I don't want to have her in daycare all day, and then take her to the gym daycare for an hour. That's just not fair! So I will only workout in the gym a couple of mornings a week, and the rest we will go walk/jog outside in the evenings. <br />
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Her crib; if you can remember what it looks like will be delivered Saturday!!! I'm so excited! I'm even more excited that Jeremy changed his mind about the nursery! Yay me!! I get to decorate a nursery now!!! Yayayayayayaaaaaya! lol.. See, my endorphins are just making me sooo happy!<br />
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My 31 day challenge is still going strong! I am on Day 17 today, and well, I am so pleased with the results so far. Jeremy and I have gotten to where we get so caught up in these deep conversations that we forget what time it is, and end up going to bed late. Which to be able to spend such quality time with him is great. Just think, in 3 months it's going to get a little bit hectic! YIKES! But not really. I am prepared for it and very ready for it! <br />
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I hope that all of you have a very happy Labor Day weekend. You will not hear from me until after Tuesday, I got some plans for this weekend and will definitely do a weekend update when I get back! Be good all!<br />
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This mommy-to-be is tired this morning! Its not the baby, its Jeremy! He kept me up all night talking, talking, talking! We usually have these times where we just talk about everything under the moon. Usually these nights happen on Fridays or Saturdays when we don't have to get up extra early. But, I enjoyed it. I could listen to him talk (and I do) for days at a time. All because of his country boy accent. It's so thick and cute, I just love it! If I could record him talking to show you guys I totally would! But, Im not sure he would like that very much. Oh well...Maybe one day!<br />
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So last night I tried out a new recipe. Now, I love chicken spaghetti. I've only had it one other time, but that one time it blew my mind. I mean how could all these ingredients come together and look so gross, yet taste sooo amazing!?? <br />
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So as I was on my way home last night, I remembered Mama Laughlin posted her SKINNier Chicken Spaghetti Recipe. So as I was walking into Kroger, I pulled it up! Gotta love technology people! I got all my ingredients and went home to give this new recipe a try! If you want a crack at the recipe yourself, I totally and completely recommend it! Jeremy LOVED it, and so did me and the baby! You can click <a href="http://www.mamalaughlin.com/2013/08/mls-skinnier-chicken-spaghetti.html"><span style="color: cyan;">HERE</span></a> to get it!<br />
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So the challenge is working out just fine! Seriously do not know how much more of a better wife I can be. I mean I'm not perfect, and sure I can do other things. But Jeremy is beyond happy and has gotten sweeter towards me and is making better efforts to make sure that my needs are met. Which really is wonderful. Those little notes, or texts that I send him throughout the day are working. I know that he cant text me back all the time, but he sees them. And even if it's just for a few seconds, he knows that I'm thinking about him and that's what keeps him going! I know so, because of the hug and kisses that I get when he walks in the door from work. Like he has been gone for days and missed me soo much. Last night he said that he missed me a lot while he was at work. Mondays are our hardest days, because we spend all weekend together. We hardly go any where without each other. I know that there are some wives out there that say they cant wait to have their "alone" time and wish their husbands away. But, when you and your husband's relationship becomes a different level; such as the one that we have progressed to, and your husband becomes your best friend, there isn't much you want to do apart. Maybe it is because I've put myself through this challenge. Or maybe it's because we're having a baby and that's bringing us closer. I'm not sure, but I can tell you that I become more and more grateful of him everyday, and my love for him gets stronger and stronger with each day that passes. </div>
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<br />CeceisMe!http://www.blogger.com/profile/00960857251006155237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6944032944863087434.post-87770735014637992902013-08-26T14:23:00.003-05:002013-08-26T14:23:28.881-05:00Weekend update, days 11-13<br />
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So, somewhere in there I skipped a day. Thursday; the day Lady passed was supposed to be day 10. So I will just update you all on Days 11 - 13!<br />
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Jeremy and I decided to surprise Brayden at his football practice and then afterwards he came home with us. We had fun at the practice together. Half of the kids played the previous year, annnd that's all that really knows anything about how to play football. The other half, including Brayden have no idea what they are doing. Sometimes its funny, other times its not. Jeremy gets a little embarrassed sometimes. He's such a competitive person, and so it makes his skin crawl sometimes that Brayden doesn't put in any effort to know what he's doing. <br />
But Jeremy and I had good laughs, and we stayed positive even though it was HOT! On the way home we ordered Chinese, and got a RedBox DVD rental. I chose the most family/kid friendly movie they had. Ivan the Incredible. It was a great movie! I reccommend watching it. Its cartoon, so if you dont like those dont waste your time. But it was cute and totally age appropriate! Jeremy was very cuddly to me, like he has been the past few weeks. Im liking this softer side of him lately.<br />
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Saturday we woke up and I made our weekly staple Bacon, Eggs and Pancake Satruday!! Then we headed off to Brayden's last scrimmage game before the season starts. It was BLISTERING HOT. <br />
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Holy cow, I think steam was coming off of me! But my sister came out to support, we had loads of fun!<br />
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My sister bought the pink and the purple "boss" one! Jeremy wasn't on the same page we were at first, but he agrees! <br />
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Sunday was Sewing Day! I hemed all of Jeremy's work uniforms. I was tired of seeing loose strings, and him pulling up his pant leg just to walk! Arrgg! So i fixed him right up!<br />
Jeremy was in a different mood, he was a little sad. His first time not taking Brayden to school on his first day, LadyBug not being here; which has only gotten harder and harder for us both. After almost 3 years of having to let the dog out, and feed her when we eat, and talk her on walks; it's just so weird when we get home. Me especially after I get home from work. She was the second thing I attended to when I walked in the door. And now, I feel almost guilty. Is that weird?<br />
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I feel like I've been going through the emotions of loss. At first I was Shocked, then Angry, then Upset and now Guilty. All the while missing my best friend. <br />
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Jeremy asked me last night if I thought he was a pu$$* for being emotional about it. Of course NOT. She was our baby. We had her 24/7. We took care of her more than we take care of Brayden (because of Joint custody and the scheduled visitations bullshit etc...) So of course not. He is totally allowed to be like that. If not, I would be worried. But I tried to cheer him up a little, If you know what I mean! And it worked. I just hate seeing him like that. It breaks my heart to see him struggle through something. I know he has a lot on his mind, so today I packed him a big lunch. I know he likes it when he has a wide variety of things to snack on throughout the day! I've been sending him love texts all day and been praying for him as well. I just hope that things get better for him. <br />
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Over the weekend I also found Jeremy's wedding ring! We currently do not have rings, and so we are on the hunt for the perfect ones! Because I said I didn't want to go another year without one. Sooo, while I still search for the one I am just absolutely in love with, I have found his! And he loves this so Im excited!<br />
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So, Day 8 - Wednesday August 21st, I got home and Lady had finagled her way out of her kennel (She hasn't done that in over a year) So I went and checked out what damage might have been done. To my surprise only one accident. Now remember on Monday when I got home she was sick from getting into the trash. So Wednesday before I went to work she was almost back to her regular self. <br />
Well, then I got to the dinning room....There on the floor laied a lonesome single cinnamon tortilla chip. Lady had gotten on top of the counter, and dragged down a brand new (I only had four chips) of Cinnamon Tortilla chips. These weren't the Stacy's kind either. They were the Kroger bakery made, where the use the whole bottle of cinnamon on one bag! So yea. I went to go find her and she was hiding in her kennel.. She knew she messed up! <br />
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So Jeremy got home and we decided on eating Subway for dinner, He fed Lady outside on the porch because she was still kind of sick and it was just a precaution. He was really sweet to me, he heated up my rice/lavender warmer for my back, he picked a spot out for me, put a movie in the DVD player and told me to just relax. How sweet! After the warming went away I decided to get up and vacuum and then bathe Lady for the 20th time...We went to bed shortly after...well, we were in bed! hahaha!!<br />
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When I woke up and started getting ready (I start in the bathroom, hair then face) And I could hear LB throwing up. We put her in her kennel this week because I didn't want her wondering into parts of the house and randomly throwing up or having diarrhea somewhere and then I get to find a surprise in like a month! So I rushed in there, and poor thing had been sick all night. But this time it was different. <br />
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She looked at me with pain, helplessness. I tried to get her to come out but I was unsuccessful. Jeremy tried as well, but she wouldn't budge. So I said that I would just have to be late to work, turned around and there it was, the blood. <br />
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Her diarrhea had turned into blood. Jeremy said "Fuck it, I'm calling in, we're taking her to the vet" So he started to clean her up. I <strong>had</strong> to go to work. I had a few obligations that I needed to complete, then I swore I was out of there. And I did just that. I was at work for exactly one hour. <br />
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When I got there we took her immediately to the family vet. It took about an hour for her to be seen. Then they took a stool sample. When they carried her kennel into one of the private rooms, she just looked worse than she did when we were at home. She was getting worse. The Dr. had to slide the bottom of her kennel to be able to get her hand around her so she could weigh her. 15.2 lbs. And she was bleeding uncontrollable. So they took her and gave her a bath, and cleaned out her kennel for us. Which I was very grateful for. The smell, oh Gosh the smell. She was definitely getting worse. The Dr. explained what she had, to sum it all up, because of her actions she had a toxicity. She had gotten in the trash Monday; there were bones (from us bbq-ing etc) and all kinds of food she's never eaten before. So her body purged it on Monday. BUT then on Wednesday she went and ate the cinnamon chips. She may have had cuts on the inside of her intestines due to the bones needing to pass through. So her body didn't fully recover before ingesting the cinnamon. And large amounts of cinnamon are toxic to humans and dogs. She ingested too much cinnamon. She was dehydrated, sick and the cinnamon was causing her to basically shut down. They gave her an IV of fluids, and two antibiotics. <br />
When they brought her back and did the IV and antibiotics she wasn't looking any better, she was just cleaner. My heart just hurt so bad for her, knowing she was in pain.<br />
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They laid a towel down, and put her back in her kennel. Her body was limp, she wouldn't move, or look at me or respond to me when I talked. She just looked straight ahead of her. We were free to take her home, but to bring her back if she got worse. So we headed home. When we pulled up, to get her out of the truck, she was gasping for air. She couldn't breathe, her tongue was pale. I called the vet. They gave me two options, to bring her in and let her pass there, or let her pass at home. There was nothing further they could do. She faded too fast. <br />
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My Lady girl, my best friend, my road dog, my partner in crime, my first baby; is gone. </div>
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Ok, so at this point Jeremy has no idea that I have took it upon myself to do this challenge. But I really like what has been going on in our household! Seriously, this is working!<br />
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So a couple of days ago I was on a <a href="http://pinterest.com/bloggerceceisme"><span style="color: cyan;">Pinterest</span></a> break and I was looking for a breakfast recipe for Jerm's. Because he has to have his eggs in the morning. I usually make him an egg sandwich. Buuuut I've been making it for three years now. So I wanted to spice it up a little bit. So I found an egg muffin recipe and kind of made it my own with what I know he likes!<br />
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Anyways, we had friends come over and "help" him with the dryer (they mostly just stood around talked about work and had a beer or three each!) But he went on and on about how I made him this awesome breakfast and he couldn't wait to try it out. His friends got soo jealous. One of them <em>always</em> asks for me to make him an egg sandwich. He says he gets soo jealous of Jeremy's breakfast sandwich! I must make them really good! haha..I promise it's not me, it's the egg! <br />
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But I got a text today that said his breakfast was soooooo good! <br />
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But I think by now, Jeremy would probably give me an award for being soo sweet! Its really working on him too. Because he has been a whole bunch sweeter to me lately. NOT that he wasn't before, but it's a whole other level of sweetness. I especially like the sneaky kisses he gives me at night when I'm already passed out, mouth open and everythang! Haha!(Im baking a kid ok, I'm allowed!) And even though it tickles, its still so sweet of him!<br />
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Love love love him more and more each day!<br />
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So verdict on Day 7: Its working!!! On both of us!<br />
So yay! Im super excited!!<br />
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Sooooo.....Yesterday morning as we were getting ready to leave the house (Jerms and I leave at the same time) He noticed that it was a little warm in the house. At night we set the a/c on 72, and during the day it stays on 78 with the fans going. (The electric company told me when and what to set the a/c on to lower our bill based on square footage and the amount of ceiling fans we have; 1...I like to save!) So it was still set on 72, beacause right before I walk out I turn it up, and it was reading that it was 78 in the house. Hmm.. So I called our management office and told them. They are usually really good about getting the a/c guy out there. So I got a phone call around 4:30 yesterday afternoon. The girls in the office know that I'm usually home by then, but I had some errands to run after work. So I went in when I got home; it was about 5:00. They said that our cala-something needed to be replaced and they wouldn't be able to do it until tomorrow. <span style="color: cyan;">I DIED</span>!! Ahhhhh... Another night of no a/c. So usually when your a/c goes out they put in a window unit to keep you sane. So they had to wait for me to get home, because we have a dog. Even though LB is in her kennel at all times if no one is home, so I said I was home now, and they guy came within 15 minutes.</div>
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Now, here's the kicker...When i got into the house Number 1. It was hotter than two balls fighting in a pair of wool tighty-whites, ok. Number 2. LB was sick. And Im just going to leave it at that. </div>
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It took me two hours to clean it up! Three to get the smell out. Oh Goodness me, I'm having a flash back you guys! Agghh... </div>
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Jeremy unfortunaly is not one of those guys that can just clean it up. Me I put a hankerchief over my nose and gloves on my hands and cleaned it up. I mean come on the longer you let it set there, the worse it smells! Good thing I have experience in cleaning up after dogs. (circa 2006-2007 Animal Control; I cleaned the dog kennels....<span style="color: cyan;">WORST JOB EVERRR</span>! But I got paid pretty decent to make up for it!)</div>
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Back to the story, so after I cleaned it all up, gave LB three baths, and tried to give her some cottage cheese to help her stomach (she didn't want to eat anything, Lesson Learned I think??! ) I went to check on Jeremy. Towards the end I gave him permission to go ahead and start working on the dryer. See when it rains, it POURS! First on Sunday, he noticed the Dryer bin (barrel, whatever its called) wasnt turning anymore, then Monday the a/c went out, oh then LB got sick. Yea. Bring it on!!!!</div>
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So because he couldnt stomach helping me clean up after LB I made him stand at the end of the hall and hand me supplies. He was very sweet about it, asking if there was anything else I needed. Can he get me this, do I need this? I was schocked, cuz here I am yelling for <span style="color: cyan;">MORE MORE MORE, I NEED MORE</span>! lol.. But I mean come on given the situation...But we handled it together as a team. I'm just glad he didn't say, you handle it, its your dog. Cuz this chick would have slung all that shit all over him ok! Annnnd I would've probably been out on my ass in less than 1 minute! So Yay for semi-team work! lol..</div>
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We also had a slumber party in the living room, right where the ceiling fan, the window unit and my bedside fan were. It was great, when we both <em>finally</em> fell asleep, I slept sooo good! Had a hard time getting there, because Laynie couldn't get comfortable...(?) She was moving, and going from top to bottom, closer to my belly and then back towards my spine. Dunno!</div>
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So I wanted to share this with you guys. Some of my readers are moms, and some are not. But I just thought I had to share this. I am very <strong>very</strong> picky when it comes to diapers. I worked in childcare centers for over 3 years, so I got to see how different kids reacted to different diaper brands. To be quite honest I dont like any of them. If I have to chose (which I did for my registery) I went with Pampers Natural Care. BUT I wanted to find diapers that were going to be even more gentle on Laynie. From me I didn't do too well with diapers, always had a rash, or a UTI. Jeremy's mom only used cloth diapers (she was at home with him alot) unless they went somewhere then she put him in regualr diapers; which he would always get a rash from. So I went on a search. And I found The Honest Company. Which is Jessica Alba's company. All of their products are natural, friendly products which I like. The side by side comparisson of ingreadients for their diapers vs store bought do not compare. Plus all of the reviews are amazing! </div>
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So I was interested. So I ordered a free trial. (You pay $5.95 shipping) for 7 Diapers and a travel size wipes. My order is supposed to get here on Wednesday or Thursday and I will be sure to post pictures. But after I ordered it I also found their bundle packages. </div>
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This is the bundle package $79.95/Month (less than $20 a week!) </div>
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You get 7 packages of diapers and 4 packages of wipes sent to you automatically each month! What a deal right! </div>
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And the best part is...You get to chose designs! How fun right?!</div>
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So these are the diapers Jeremy and I have decided to order to Laynie. We did a little price comparison when I was registering, and so far this Honest Bundle has beaten out the store bought prices if we were to buy in bulk. </div>
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So as the Days keep rolling through, it seems to be getting easier! Which is great!!! <br />
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Day 2: Thursday the 15th<br />
Thursday was a busy day for me at work. It was also the day I decided that hopefully next year (August 2014) I want to go back to school. We had someone come in to interview for a position, and she said she had her Bachelor's in blah blah blah. And it just got me thinking, if I want to continue to move up the ladder, I need to get educated more. I have already worked my way to where I am now, but now that our family is growing, I want to be the best and get to that spot to help secure our finances for our family. So...I talked to Jeremy about it, and of course, being the supportive person he is...He wants me to do it! So yay! That made me happy! Then, like I told yall last week we were going to have a Gender Reveal Party on Saturday, and we we're sitting down going over our finances, bills, money to be spent for the party, and the schedule of the day, and we came to an agreement that we were just unable to be able to be a three places at once, and still be able to afford all three. Gosh I was crushed you guys, but Jeremy is a sweet man and he said everything would be ok. So I sent the message to all of our invited guests and said we would still be letting them know. We also talked alot that night about different things and goals and wants and needs. It was good. <br />
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Day 3: Friday the 16th<br />
Friday was a little tricky. I took a nap when I got home from work, I was not feeling well at all. My tummy was hurting. So when Jeremy got home he woke me up. I slept for exactly one hour. And as soon as I woke up, holy cow look out! I made a b-line for the bathroom. Jeremy was a sweetheart and went to the store and got me some chicken noodle soup and bread (for my grilled cheese!) He Bar-B-q'd, so I waited for his dinner to be finished by taking a warm bath and just relaxing. Then we sat at our coffee table, watched The Green Lantern and ate our dinners. I was starting to feel a little better. I fell asleep on the couch, knocked out btw, Drooling and all! He said I was snoring, but I doubt it! But he followed me to the room and tucked me in, kissed me good night. See he's being sweeter too!<br />
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Day 4: Saturday the 17th<br />
Saturday was the Gender Reveal Day! I woke up and decided on Pancakes and eggs for breakfast. So while Jeremy slowly made his was out of bed, and then walked the dog I cooked for us. After breakfast I decided it was time to do the reveal. Because we decided not to have the party we were telling everyone via text. So this is what I sent!<br />
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Cute right! Her name is Laynie Harper Favors! I just love it! Jeremy chose her first name, and I chose the middle. It was actually easy for us to chose names. We had the names picked out when I was about 11 weeks along. Yes, both names. And we are keeping the boys name secret because we are hoping the next one is a boy and we will be using it!<br />
But we went to Brayden's scrimmages in Conroe (Kill me on that ride, ok!) And they won all three! Yay. Afterwards we took him out to Joe's Crab Shack! <br />
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Day 5 Sunday the 18th<br />
Jeremy got called in to work early, so I wasnt able to make him a good breakfast, he has 35 minutes to get there, so he decided to just stop and pick up something on the way, so I made breakfast for Brayden and I. It was yuuuummmmie! Then I took Brayden to Jeremy's moms so they could go to a birthday party. I soooo didnt want to have round 2 of all day in the sun! So I went and registered for the bebe! I found a cribe set that I really like:<br />
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I mean, how cute is that??!!! Gaaaaah! I die! Only I chose a white crib and dresser. I also found that walmart has their cribs on sale for $119, and a glider on sale for $130!! So we're going to take advantage of the sale! Holla!<br />
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Last night Jeremy cooked again! He mad awesome pork-steak chops and potato salad (yuumm) His potato salad is THE best I have ever had! Then we watched a movie, made action and passed out! lol.. He is also learning or catching on to my movement of trying to be a better wifey! Because he put the shower curtain back! Oh it made me so happy to go in to brush my teeth last night and see that he actually put the dang thing back! I have an OCD issue witht the shower curtain. If you buy a pretty one then why have it all scrunched up to the side, It should be pulled out and showcased, even if its just me looking at it! I think it makes everything look clean and put together. So... IT'S WORKING!!! Yay!<br />
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Also, some of you have emailed me about where Im registered, and you would like to send me gifts... which way cool btw..And believe you me I will reciprocate if you have bebes too! But I am currently registered at Target and Babies R Us. Target: Laynie Favors, Babies R Us: Favors I will be registering at Walmart sometime this week! Registering is hard work! So many deicisons!!! <br />
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Well last night I did just that. Last week Jeremy got a .50 cent raise at work! I was happy. Since the baby is coming at the busiest/most costly time of the year I have been praying for a miracle. Then yesterday late afternoon he sends me a text saying that he got another .50 cent raise! For a total of a $1 raise! Amazing! When I pray, things happen. Which is why on this 31 Day challenge I am also going to be praying multiple times a day for all of things that I have been wanting to happen in our lives. I am only a human, I can only change things that God allows me to, but the biggest thing I have to remember is that I cannot do it without him. So even if I just have 2 minutes, thats 2 minutes I can talk to God about our blessings. </div>
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So PTL he got a raise, and in an effort to celebrate I cooked an amazing meal yesterday!! Oh it was sooo good! You can go look at it <a href="http://journeywithceceisme.blogspot.com/p/recipes.html">here</a><br />
But we updated each other on our day at work and then Jeremy seemed like he had something else on his mind, so he hurried through this dinner that I stood in the same mother-freakin spot for an hour and a half preparing and then putting in the oven. Now after the second timer went off and I pulled it out of the oven and started to make garlic bread, he did ask if there was anything he needed to help with for dinner. No...it was already all done. He did load this dishwasher. Which I appreciate, because I hate that thing. But our kitchen is too small to wash dishes by hand...(PRAYING!!)<br />
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I was overly exhausted yesterday. Usually I make simply meals, but I wanted to celebrate and have a very nice restuarant inspired meal. Lately Im noticing that I'm getting more and more tired at the end of the day. Monday I broke down and bought a fan for my side of the bed. BEST THING EVERRRR! I seriously thought our air conditioner was broken again this weekend. It was on 69 and I felt like it was on 80. Sweating at night while pregnant is nooooot cool! <br />
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So Day 1 of my 31 Days to Being a Better Wife was exactly what it was supposed to be...a challenge! Even though I was exhausted last night, I still made us an amazing meal, and I even slipped a love note in Jeremy's lunch this morning. I usually do, about 3 times out of the week I remember to slip a little note in! I actually write it on a ziploc bag that a peice of break or fruit goes in. <br />
When i started putting them in there he said that him and all the guys loved my love-note! All the guys that Jeremy works with share their lunches with each other. So I think its cute, and not that he needs a daily reminder that I love him, but it may brighten up his day a little! <br />
But hopefully tonight goes by a lot better. I miss him alot throughout the day, and I think about him alot, More now since Im pregnant. <br />
So Day 1 of 31: Challenging, but hopeful!<br />
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So the other day I was taking a "Pinterest" break at work, and something caught my eye. </div>
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So I clicked, and up popped <a href="http://www.lifeafteridew.com/"><span style="color: cyan;">Life After I Dew</span></a> blog. Which, I like! I paroosed around but my main reason was to check out this 31 Days of Being a Better Wife. </div>
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Now, Im not saying that I'm not a good wife. Jeremy would probably tell you that I am an awesome "Old Lady" and that there aren't many women out there like me. Which I can say that I am a rare breed! When Jeremy and I first started dating, I told him I was different. He laughed and said that all girls say that. But I meant it. And three years later...Im sure he realizes what I meant. </div>
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But.. back to the 31 Days. I'm not at all by any means the best wife. I am a human I make mistakes, I can be mean, grouchy etc...especially right now being pregnant. But thats not an excuse. By any means. Last night I caught myself being a little sassy with Mr. Favors...but I like to be sassy sometimes. I mean Hello...It was Steak night...so ya know he would be happy and satisfied anyways!</div>
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So today Im looking over this and realizing that I too want to participate in this. Now, Shannon wrote this in October of last year (2012) so I am just going to follow along and basically get some ideas. We always get our best ideas from others who have tried it! So Thanks Shannon (if she ever reads this!) So I have decided to start my challenge this evening. Really I should have started it last night, because I mean it was steak night and all! lol....</div>
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But really, I want to challenge myself to be a better wife, not just for myself but also because Jeremy deserves it. We had a disagreement a few weeks ago, and he said he would work on the issue. And I have noticed that lately he really has been working on it. Now of course I expect for it to be fixed in one day and everything go the way I want. But life just doesn't work like that. So little by little things are happening. And I appreciate that. He deserves the best because of all that he does for us. He works 10+ hours a day in the heat. We live in Texas guys! Everyday its at least 100 degrees here, no joke. And by 100 Degrees I mean the temp says 100 degrees, but the feels like is more like 115+ due to the humidity or in ten minutes the lack there of. And my man is out there in FRC's (Fire Resistant Clothing) which are <strong>not</strong> comfortable nor are they breathable. Its literally like being in a hot sauna suit all day with steel toe boots and gloves and a hard hat on. I would not and <strong>would not</strong> do it. No thank you! But I am very grateful for him being out there everyday. Most of the times he works all weekend, sometimes he decides to take weekends off to spend time with us. But he makes more money if he works all weekend. So choosing is hard, because with the baby coming we could really use the extra money. </div>
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So if you would like to take this challenge with me by all means! Lets do it ladies!! I will try to blog about it everyday, but there are some days that I am just too busy catching up with other life tasks that I can't hop on and blog (reason for my absence lately) But I will be sure to catch you guys up on the progress!</div>
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Here's to being a better Wife and Friend to my Lover man!</div>
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So I am 22 weeks (On Thursday 8/15) And the baby is becoming more and more active! And I love it! I can feel it kick all the time. Such a wonderful blessing! Im craving more <strong>chocolate shakes/ice cream</strong>! Ahhhhh the death of me! I do not have restraint when it comes to ice cream, <strong>BUT</strong> I do portion it and make sure not to go overboard. I have been drinking more and more <strong>water</strong> everyday, which is a great thing! Me and Bebe need water! I have also noticed that the skin on my upper arms have started to get a splotchy discoloration (lighter) than my skin tone. So yay Hormones. I've been using Oatmeal soap in the shower. And it smells <strong>aaaamazazing!</strong> Its like a pepperminty smell, but its made with oatmeal and it even has real oatmeal pieces in the bar, so it kind of exfoliates too! win win! I've also been using organic coconut oil (in a jar/solid form) on my tummy, legs, feet and arms in the shower. Because my skin has been more dry than normal (i do not have dry skin normally) We are still craving apples, broccoli, and cauliflower. I have added a Probiotic to my daily vitamin intake. I was having a little digestive problem, but since starting it I haven't noticed that problem as much. And I read that its good for the baby's digestive system as well! </div>
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Last Saturday Jeremy, Brayden and I went to get a 3D Ultrasound which was really cool. I had my Anatomy appointment on last Tuesday but it was kind of unclear to us and it wasn't really awake, so we wanted a second opinion. And boy did we get one! Totaly 100% confirmation! We have another appointment October 26th when I'm further along to get a better picture and video of the baby. So thats exciting!</div>
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But the most exciting news is that our Gender Reveal Party is Saturday!!!! And I cannot wait! I have been working on my banners since Sunday and I just get more and more excited! I am sooo excited about this day. This is my first baby and I want to be able to share the experience. Unfortunately Jeremy is having to play Superman and be at two places at once. Friday we learned that Brayden's first 8yr Football game is on Saturday. Now we haven't found out the time yet, but the game is supposed to be an hour away...So I'm kind of bummed out about that. Jeremy suggested that I cancel it, but I refuse. It's my first baby and I will celebrate how I want to and no one will stop that...sorry Im not sorry, but I've been planning this party since I was 10 weeks (12 weeks ago) and invitations went out three weeks ago. Had we already knew his schedule then I wouldn't have planned it for that day, but things happen and decisions are to be made. I can be selfish on this one thing, because I have given up alot already. </div>
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So on Monday I will be sure to do a Gender Reveal Party Update post! And I will let you guys know all the business! Im so excited and cannot wait to share! </div>
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Ok, so I dont have many cravings...but last night I had a crazy craving attack! Seriously, I just couldn't let it go! It started around 8pm, and I checked the pantry to see if we had any Chocolate Pudding. Nope...none! So I let it go. Then Jeremy and I sat down to watch Olympus Has Fallen (Oh Gerard!!! So Dreamy! ) And I told Jerms that I had a craving for a Frosty. Yes I said it! A Frosty from Wendy's! Oh geez kill me please!<br />
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I soo dont want to get huge during this pregnancy, and I try to keep my food in take rather healthy. And if its not then I balance it out. So last night I just couldn't let the chocolate frosty go. So after complaining about not being able to get it out of my head, around 9pm Jeremy finally said...OK Lets go get it! So we ventured out to get this horrible craving attacked. We opted for Sonic Chocolate Shakes because Wendy's was too far to drive! lol... And let me tell you, It was DAMN good! Im so glad I gave in! Seriously, me and the baby were very satisfied! <br />
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This weekend we kind of just took a chill pill! Last weekend we had our Favors Family Reunion and it took a lot of life and money out of us...so we wanted to be super laid back and chill this weekend. <br />
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On Friday after I got home from work, I did go into a little emotional tiff. My emotions are really hard to control now. Before I got pregnant if I was pissed or mad, I would just keep it inside, not tell anyone. But now, Ohhh hell watch out! I just cannot keep it in, and its like someone else takes over, and she cries, and raises her voice alot. I dont like it at all. I get more stressed than I used to, its just all ugly! My goodness! Lord, please help Jeremy! He needs it! We stayed up till 2 am!! Talking! We used to have these long talk sessions where we would just get carried away and talk for hours on end. And its awesome to be able to have that with your best friend! <br />
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Then, we came home, played with the dog for a little bit, payed a few bills and then I cooked and we watched G.I. Joes (Oh Channing!!!) Then we notice around 1 am that it was hot in our apartment. Low and behold! The air conditioner went out! Oh gooooddddness! It was sooo uncomfortable. 85 and climbing in our apartment at 1 in the morning! So I emailed out property manager (yes I email her directly!) And she emailed me back, told me to call our emergency number in the morning. So I did just that...and Edgar was out and fixed it in 15 minutes! I was never more thankful for the cool air blowing out of my vents! Seriously, I would have flipped out had he not been able to fix it that fast!<br />
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Although our weekend was kind of very relaxing, the baby has been VERY active!! Maybe its going to be an awesome soccer player! Jeremy thinks a drummer. Which I think would be totally awesome! But I've been feeling it "come alive" more often now. As Im writing this I think he/she is sleeping. But just an hour ago, he/she was beating, or moving its feet on on my lower left abdomen! So movement is a good sign!! And I wish that I could explain how happy it makes me feel. Especially when it wakes me up in the middle of the night! lol.. Oh motherhood! Has only just begun!<br />
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My little bebe is growing! I went to the Dr. Tuesday and she said he/she is in the right position (right by my belly button) and so far everything looks great!</div>
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We get to find out if its a Little Mr. or a Little Ms. very soon! So Im super excited about that!</div>
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Other than feeling a little ugly and huge! I have been craving broccoli and cauliflower and apples. Lots of apples, and LOTS of broccoli. Seriously I cannot get enough. My Dr. said that most women crave healthy food during pregnancy. And its always good to eat healthy before, during and after pregnancy. This week they tested for gestational diabetes and down syndrome. I get to hear back about my results in a few days. Hopefully everything is good. </div>
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Good thing I have this handsome man who tells me Im so beautiful more and more each day!</div>
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Seriously I am so appreciative of that. He's whats going to make our baby soo beautiful! </div>
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Today starts a new month everyone! I want this month to be the month of smiling. Seriously, put a smile on your face, be greatful because you seriously are blessed! Each and everyone of us is. God woke us all up today with his grace. Its time to be thankful, ask for forgiveness and pray a little more. Pray for those who you think that need it, and pray for those who dont. Because we ALL need a litle prayer. No matter what you see on the outside, someone always needs prayer. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I'm serious, I was just sitting here, listening to my new found loooove Lana Del Rey (Summertime Sadness Cedric Gervais remix is the Shizz!) And I was thinking, so many of my friends, (virtually: Instagram and reality) and girls I used to be so close with and still kind of keep in touch with have all been super blessed this year!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I know alot of the girls I used to attend church with all got married this year. The last one in the group to get married is Sadie and she is soo precious and sweet. She's getting married in November. I remember when we were both single and just talking about how we wish God would bring someone into our lives that he saw fit. And looking at her and her fiance I just could not have picked a better person for her. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"> My friend Ashley is expecting her first baby! She's about 3 weeks behind me; which is really cool and weird at the same time! Haha! But we are both around the same age and I just love her and her husband. Seriously they are the funniest, funnest and sweetest most perfect for each other couple you could ever meet. They balance each other out so well, and I am so happy that I met them both! And that we get to go through this together....although we dont live near each other (me in Texas, she in Florida) we still text each other and its still an amazing experience for both of us. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"> My sister was accepted and has completed her first week of Texas State Trooper Training in Austin, Tx. This has been her dream since we were little girls. Its amazing to see someone set a goal at such a young age, when you have no idea what the world would be like when you reach the age of 26. And you still strive, push and pull for your number one dream! I'm proud of her, and sad at the same time. Due to training being a six month long process, she will miss the birth of my first child. But I cannot wait to surprise her at her graduation. It will be great. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"> And then I see my Instagram friends like SkinnyMeg and cupcake23 both had infertility issues, and BOTH are pregnant! I mean does God work wonders and miracles or what? Seriously, this is the year to either fall in love, get married or have babies! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"> I cannot express how happy I am that Jeremy and I are expecting our first one together. It's such a wonderful feeling and I'm only just beginning! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Also, I have to Let you guys know about a cute store on Etsy. Etsy has become my newest obsession. seriously, Im on there like every night looking for stuff and at stuff for inspiration. I like to DIY a lot of things. And other than Pinterest, Etsy is another great sight to see what others have created. So I was on there looking for Maxi skirts, because I have a hard time finding the ones in the stores to fit. Because Im short. And most maxis sold in stores are one length fits all...well not this 5' 2'' frame honey! Soo....I came across Baby Bug! She customizes the maxis to fit you! So I got mine in the mail on Monday. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I was suuuper excited. Because they have a yoga style band. So you can fold it down to fit your comfort which is going to be great for my growing baby belly! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I got the Grey and Coral chevron. The coral I wore the other day and I paired it with a white v-neck t shirt and my turquoise sandals. The grey I'm wearing today and I paired it with a black v-neck with my silver dagger necklace, turquoise rose earrings and turquoise sandals. And I feel so pretty and put together. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The skirts come in different colors and like I said you send her your waist and length measurements and in a few weeks you have your custom maxi! I just ordered another one this morning! lol.. So if you want to check her out go <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BabyBugCreationsShop?ref=search_shop_redirect">HERE</a>! And please do because they are <strong>perfectly</strong> priced for my budget and they are sooo worth it and I feel soo comfortable and amazing in them! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I hope that everyone has a safe and wonderfully relaxing weekend! I'm sooo ready for 4:00pm! Until next time guys!</span><br />
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