A real post? No way...

It's true! I mean, I'm behind on my SWDB so I'll do that at the end, but I'm going to make a REAL post!

Christmas is already over, I can't believe it. We're so blessed. I told D the other day it's amazing how faithful God is, not just in the big things, but in the little desires of our heart. I always had faith for God to do miracles (healing, restoration, etc.) but I forgot to believe in the little stuff, and He's reminded me of that this Christmas.

D and I are giving each other our presents in 19 days...That's right... Our trip to DISNEYLAND!!!
I'm beyond excited about this.
It'll be Leila's first trip ever. She's really excited. And to make it better, our friends Tadd and Cassie are going with us :) Everything for this trip totally opened up. We have a place to stay (for free!), the fact that Cassie and Tadd get to go is huge, and we get to stay for 3 days instead of 2! It's just all awesome. O.k., enough of this, lets get to the SWDB. Wow... two weeks behind. My bad!


For today
Outside my window- It's sunny again!

I am thinking- About what I need to get done today.

I am thankful for- the people who gave us Starbucks Christmas Blend, and for Kelsey giving me Disneyland Coffee. MMMMM

I am remembering- The joy and excitement of Disneyland

On my mind- I need to have more grace for Leila.

I am noticing that- Leila is crazy. Lol

Pondering these words: I'm not really sure... I'm pondering more of God's goodness.

From the learning rooms- Learning to make tutus! Thanks to Tammi!

From the kitchen- The smell of coffee and eggo waffles haha.

I am wearing- Teal leggings, my new Minnie Mouse shirt, and no shoes. Yeah, I'm classy.

I am creating- Tutus!!! As soon as I get the stuff.

I am going- to clean today hopefully, and spend some time with my girls.

I am reading- I'm going to start reading Romans again.

I am hoping- D doesn't get home super late tonight.

I am hearing- Dora the Explorer + Leila and Hailey both talking to the TV

Around the house- Little bit messy. Christmas cards are on the fridge now.

One of my favorite things- The way Leila talks, and how she talks about seeing Jesus.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Work work work, I turn 23 on Friday (woo...) and it's also my Nana's 73rd birthday, and D's grandpa's 70th birthday. Hopefully I'll be seeing my cousins this week, and hanging with my friends and D.

Photo of the day:
Leila with her Auntie Fee (Felesha) on Christmas Eve in her sweet Zebra hat.

Woman's Simple Day Book

Almost forgot about this! Ah HA!


For today
Outside my window- It's sunny!!!! What in the world??

I am thinking- About how to make my ugly Christmas sweater even more ridiculous.

I am thankful for- Jaime giving me french pressed coffee this morning. Someone was about to die.

I am remembering- Past Christmases with my family. All the good times as kids. ♥

On my mind- My parents have been a lot lately. Probably due to the holidays.

I am noticing that- I can be creative. And I should be more often.

Pondering these words: I'm not... is that bad?

From the learning rooms- Learning how to be a better mom, if that makes sense.

From the kitchen- Not sure. We're not home right now its work time.

I am wearing- Jeans, lumberjack shirt, stinky boots.

I am creating- My ugly Christmas sweater! I'll have to post a pic when it's done.

I am going- to Pastor Rich and Lindy's house for lunch with the staff. That'll be nice!

I am reading- ...

I am hoping- We get our Christmas shopping done. We haven't done any really.

I am hearing- The construction workers talking in the next room, and buzzing music from D's earbuds.

Around the house- It is decorated! Tree is up and looking beautiful, but a section of lights are out.

One of my favorite things- Decorating for Christmas with a cup of hot chocolate, Christmas music, and my family. ♥

A few plans for the rest of the week:Today: Lunch, Youth! Thursday: Nothing Friday: Staff/Board Christmas Party, Saturday: Lords and Ladies dinner night with the youth! Sunday: Church :) then Christmas Party.

Photo of the day: We took Leila to meet the cast of Yo Gabba Gabba on Saturday, she loved it until Plex (the Robot) tried to high five her...

WSDB

For today

Outside my window- Sun setting, leaves shaking, big box from our tree!

I am thinking- About getting dinner started.

I am thankful for- God being THE provider, and for my hard working husband.

I am remembering- Decorating the Christmas tree at my Grandmother's with my cousins.

On my mind- ChristmasChristmasChristmas.

I am noticing that- I need to vacuum the kitchen.

Pondering these words: I'm pondering how God is like Santa is supposed to be, but better!

From the learning rooms- Learning how to make soup tonight!

From the kitchen- Clean dishes, stuff to make Chicken Taco soup!

I am wearing- Tube top and jeans. Bare feet!

I am creating- Nothing right now.

I am going- Put lights on the tree!

I am reading- Take a wild guess...

I am hoping- D won't have to work tonight.

I am hearing- Leila saying "I want..." and asking for tons of stuff, and some Barney Christmas special on tv.

Around the house- Random baby clothes as usual.

One of my favorite things- Everything about the Christmas season!

A few plans for the rest of the week: Making soup tonight, work tomorrow, youth Wednesday, work Thursday, Christmas Production Friday, Taking Leila to see Yo Gabba Gabba at the mall on Saturday, decorating Grandma's tree on Sunday!

Photo of the day:
Hailey fast asleep, wearing the amazing Minnie Mouse hat and booties my friend Alegre made! Leila and I are getting one too!

Lights

I've got this song stuck in my head, and I'm jonesin' for a road trip.
I can't wait till January.

Oh Simple Woman's Day Book

For today
Outside my window- Shiney sun, leaves falling off the tree onto our balcony, and the Christmas lights I put up (ghetto).

I am thinking- That I should be getting ready to go to dinner for Dezi's birthday...

I am thankful for- My amazing mother who brought her Dyson vaccuum and steam cleaner to my house today (her last day off) and cleaned my whole house.

I am remembering- Being pregnant with Hailey again, at least, finding out about it. Insaaaane!

On my mind- Our next Disneyland trip! January 15th-17th... and the fact that I still need someone to take Hailey for a day and a half. lol

I am noticing that- I need to shower... hahaha

Pondering these words:
Grace.

From the learning rooms- Learning to clean my house better!

From the kitchen- Not a thing!

I am wearing- An old maternity tank top, holey jeans, and no shoes. Cleaning gear.

I am creating- Nothing right now.

I am going- To Red Robin tonight. Hollaaaaa! Friiiiies!

I am reading- Take a wild guess...

I am hoping- To stay motivated.

I am hearing- The dryer, and Monsters Inc. on the television.

Around the house- SO CLEAN! Minus the Chic-Fil-A cup on the table.

One of my favorite things- How good it feels to have a clean house. I know, I'm obsessing.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Tonight: Red Robin, Tomorrow: Hailey's first day at daycare, work, and BLISS, Wednesday: Youth, Thursday: Nothing, Friday: Nothing, Saturday, Nothing, Sunday: Church! Wow. A mellow week!!! I forgot what that looked like.

Photo of the day:
The love of my life & I at the drawbridge of our FAVORITE PLACE! Disneyland! Last April on our babymoon :)

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Heeeere's the thing...

OK! Here's that post I was promising:

Last week was a little crazy.
We found out Wednesday of last week that we needed to be completely off the old church property by Friday.
YIKES!
So we packed and moved EVERYTHING that was left (the ENTIRE contents of the office, etc.) over to Roseville.

That's basically it.

Moving on..
Thanksgiving is in 2 days. WOOOOO!
I was supposed to make a pie with my mom aaand that didn't happen.
My plan is to help mom cook Thanksgiving day, and on Friday: clean the sweet baby bajeesus out of my house.

We'll see how that goes.
I've got crafty things I want to do, but I feel like I have no time to or no money to do it with.

I love my job... But some days I wish I was a S.A.H.M.


That's it. Peace!

Simple Woman's Day Book. I think I'm a week behind...

I was literally laying awake just now and realized I hadn't done this... this week has been insane
Post to follow.

For today
Outside my window- It's cold and rainy. It has been boarderline ridiculous the last 3 days. The little nature preserve or whatev behind our apartments is totally flooded like a river... It's kind of amazing.

I am thinking- Seeing "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt. 1" tomorrow night. BOOM.

I am thankful for- Having an amazing family and amazing friends. This week in particular, I'm thankful for having such an awesome relationship with my brother Robby, and I'm thankful he has an amazing girlfriend (Britany). Love.

I am remembering- Being pregnant with Hailey and blogging at this time of the morning... I was watching Julie and Julia and all we had to eat was toast. Sick.

On my mind- My girls, as usual. We've been fighting with Leila to stay in her bed. D won after she got up 2 times last night... It usually takes me 10 when he's not here. Wondering what I'm doing wrong??

I am noticing that- I should be sleeping since my kids are...

Pondering these words:
"Love came down and rescued me, Love came down and set me free. I am Yours, I'm forever Yours..." (Not pondering so much as they're on repeat in my mind right now.)

From the learning rooms- Nothing this week.

From the kitchen- It's messy. Mac n Cheese for dinner.

I am wearing- Band shirt I found at the Club and leggings.

I am creating- Nothing right now.

I am going- To see my grandma today before Harry Potter. She's having surgery on Wednesday so she won't be able to be at Thanksgiving which makes me sad, but she really wants to see the girls before. I love her.

I am reading- I'm bad. I haven't had reading time.

I am hoping- Things calm down this week... *HA!*

I am hearing- The heater.

Around the house- Not as bad as usual. I am sitting in the dark, but I know there's a baby blanket and a PS3 remote next to me.

One of my favorite things- Tammi's answer reminded me of one of mine haha. When we pick up Leila from the nursery or daycare and she yells "DADDY! MY DADDY!" and runs to D. Sooooo cute!

A few plans for the rest of the week:Visiting Grandma, Harry Potter with some good friends tonight, Tuesday/Wednesday:The chaos that is my job, Thursday:Helping my mom cook dinner! Friday: Not a darn thing.

Photo of the day:


Not sure why D chose that particular filter, but I love this, even if Hailey isn't looking.

Thank you thank you thank you!

It kind of works out that I feel so thankful today, and that Thanksgiving is in a week, so today is the day I will do a "What I'm thankful for" post.
I wasn't planning on doing one, but my heart is overflowing today.

I am thankful...
♥ That God has blessed me with an AMAZING husband, who is encouraging, loving, hillarious, my best friend and without a doubt, the love of my life... and for my two amazing, healthy little girls.
♥ That I have amazing, loving parents who would do anything for me.
♥ That God has blessed us with an AMAZING church family, and a GORGEOUS new property. Whether it's finished or not, I love it. I cannot wait to be there and completely out of Orangevale.
♥ For my amazing friends who encourage, and push me to be a better person... who I can let loose with and just be myself with.
♥ For the job God has given me... It can be stressful, but I get to work with the people I love, and help make the ministries of The Family Church of Sacramento possible.
♥ For our amazing youth group, youth leaders, and youth Pastors. They are the best, and I mean that. I'm so proud to be able to speak into them, laugh with them, and just be a part of the coolest youth group in the world.
♥ I'm thankful God has put Jaime and Estora as the Youth pastors. In case you're reading this...You guys are THE BEST. You're raising up a group of well rounded, amazing, hillarious warriors, and it's an honor to serve you.

♥


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This weeks:

FOR TODAY
Outside my window- Hazel Ave, again. Sun shining... Lots and lots of traffic.

I am thinking- Too much, and I'd rather not talk about it... If that's o.k.

I am thankful for- My husband (did I pick him last week?), who is my perfect polar opposite when I need him to be (like when I stop being optimistic.)

I am remembering- Leila before she could talk as well as she does now... or walk... my baby!

On my mind- Wouldn't this count as the "I am thinking"? No? Then, Leila is on my mind. And the fact that I just noticed I'm being very short today.

Noticing that- Hailey is huge in the best way possible. I'm so glad she's a healthy little bean.

Pondering these words: Trust Me.

From the learning rooms- I'm going to learn how to make awesome headbands with big flowers and bows for my girls. I love them (my girls I mean). Maybe tutus too.

From the kitchen- Chicken tacos are begging to be made today.

I am wearing- Jeans (my one nice pair), my brown boots, and my brother's Berkley hoodie. It's my favorite.

I am creating- Nothing at the moment, but like I said, I want to make the headbands... And pies.

I am going- To dance my heart out at youth tonight to Nsync's "I want you back". Should be interesting...

I am reading- Still nothing minus "Brown bear brown bear what do you see?"

I am hoping- For the best. For my girls to be healthy and strong and live long, full lives.

I am hearing- Hailey grunting, Abi and Auston talking in the office down the hall.

Around the house- clothes, shoes, etc.

One of my favorite things- Hearing Leila sing, and how excited she gets when "You've got a Friend in Me" comes on Pandora. She's beautiful.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Youth tonight, Tacos tomorrow night, Friday night mall walk with the Hammer, Saturday Tropicana Practice, Sunday Tropicana.

Here is picture for thought I am sharing...
My sweet Leila. She's an ornery little thing but I love her to pieces. She's my little angel.

Stealing ideas is fun.

Hijacked an idea from my friend Tammi... I'm going to participate int the once a week. Here we go:

For today:
Outside my window- Is Hazel Avenue. Not super duper busy yet, but it shouldn't be long. It's almost 4.
I am thinking- Christmas, and the possibility of our mini Disneyland trip.
I am thankful for- My amazing husband and family (biological or not) they're all fantastic.
From the kitchen- It's probably smelling like broccoli. I'm at work right now and I made broccoli to go in Leila's lunch.
I am wearing- Jeans, loose white top, 2 tank tops under that and mah-flippay floppays.
I am creating- I just created a funeral program for a man from our church. It's weird that I'm starting to become a pro at it. Idk if I like that...
I am going- to go pick up my big girl, Estora + her kiddos after work.
I am reading- A lot of blogs lately... Not so many books.
I am hoping- for breakthrough. Lots of it.
I am hearing- Eric talking about "Tall skinny Matt" while he uses the printer... now he's threatening Auston's life.
Around the house- Tons of baby clothes, blankets, aaaand papers.
One of my favorite things- Hailey smiling when Leila talks to her... or Leila being so polite!
A few plans for the rest of the week:
Tonight: Youth at the new property. Hollaaa
Thursday: Tropicana Practice after work
Friday: Ladies night
Saturday: Helping with the homegoing Service for Steve DiGioia
Sunday: Lots.

Picture of the day:

I'm really going to do it this time.

I keep starting to blog, then crap out after the first two paragraphs.
I will do this.

Ok... Sooo... I had a baby. Hailey Eden. She'll be 3 months old on the 12th. I cannot believe it.

The church has FINALLY moved to ROSEVILLE(All but the offices.)!!! Hallelujah! Praise the Lord!!!
O.k., but surrriously...
It's absolutely beautiful.
(and slightly cramped)
But I can't believe IT'S REALLY HAPPENED!!!
Love love love...
Lurve...O.k.

Life is crazy right now. I kind of love it.
Everything is changing... But that's good.

O.k... I'm done.
Peace Out.

Contracting.

That's what I want to put on Facebook every time I have another contraction... Because that's what's on my mind in that moment.

Started having contractions every 3-5 mins from 6AM on. Little Lady wasn't moving much at all, so off we went to L&D. By the time we got there,(9:35), she had started moving again, but I was definitely having contractions. So we hung out there for 2 1/2 hrs. Found out I'm dilated 1cm. Then they sent me home. If they get worse I'm supposed to go back.

Here's to hoping she stays in at least another 2 weeks.
We'll see.
These 2010 girls are apparently extremely impatient and have minds of their own!

Peace.

I've been thinking about blogging lately.
Then not doing anything about it.

Starting to blog...
Then deleting it.

Not sure why.

Anywhoo... Everything is shaping up for this baby to come.
It makes me happy.
Not that I wasn't excited about her coming... But there's this huge weight off my shoulders.
I still have a job.
A job that will let me bring my baby... at least for a while.
I'm finally switching to a doctor that's not only in my neck of the woods, but will also deliver my baby at the hospital I really wanted to deliver at.
That makes me happy.
Like I can breathe.
I get to take the classes I want. Get a little more prepared this time.





Joy is officially surging through my veins, like it hasn't in a little while.

Not so surprising news flash:

Preggo insomnia IS NOT fun.

Here it is... Almost 4AM, and I'm up watching "Julie and Julia".
It makes me wish I could pull it together and cook a wider variety of awesome food. Break away from the chicken tacos, enchaladas, chicken parmesean... Pretty much anything chicken. Poor D must be starving for some red meat! I'm not sure why I stick with chicken. I love pork, fish, and steak... Maybe I'm just in a rut.

I do love Julia Child, and not just because we share the same first name. My mom has allll her cook books. I need them. I definitely need the Betty Crocker cookbook. That's a staple for any house. Some of my mom's best meals have come from those books!

Ugh. Hungry. And I've got a very kicky baby in my belly right now. It's a wonder I sleep at all at night. You'd think being active all day (Minus 20 minutes here or there) would put this sweet baby to sleep. Nope. She will not stay still.


I love her already :)

The one and only.

Back from Disneyland.

It was well worth the planning and money (We did get a fantastic deal though).
I'm so glad we went.
Left Leila home. Much needed one on one time with D. We didn't have a honeymoon since I was 8 months pregnant when we got married (oops), so this was basically it. It was nice to relax, and hang out at one of my favorite places in the entire world with my best friend.
Not only that, it was good bonding time with my brother Robby, and his girlfriend Britaney. They're awesome. I really do love them, and I'm blessed to have a sibling I don't fight with. It was their 3 year anniversary, so we went off and did our own thing, then regrouped to do some rides later.


Opinions/Experiences formed on this trip:

*When pregnant, don't ride Indy. Just... not such a good idea. Splash Mountain is more than fine.

*ESPN Zone has the BEST chicken queso chips. Ever. Hands down. I downloaded the recipe when we got home. Also, if you order these, don't be fooled by the fact its listed as an "appetizer". Its way more than enough food for 2 people to share. Everything on their menu is.

*Making preferred seating arrangements for Blue Bayou and Carnation Cafe are worth it. Never eaten at either before this trip. Carnation Cafe was wonderful for lunch, (I've heard their breakfast is great too) and it's one of the more reasonably priced eateries in the park. D had the loaded baked potato soup which was, to die for! And I had a Cafe Steak melt which was very good.

*Blue Bayou is pretty pricey, but D and I shared our meal (Tesoro Island Chicken
Roasted and finished to perfection in pan au jus. With Blue Bayou potatoes and seasonal vegetables) which comes with a fantastic salad, and we got a piece of chocolate mousse cake to share, and were totally stuffed. It's about 20-30$ a person. I recommend sharing.

*We stayed at the Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate. It might not be appealing from outside, but the rooms are newly refurbished, and the only issue we had was our room smelling like smoke even though we requested "non-smoking". If you're spending all your time in the park, the hotel isn't a big deal. Also, its withing walking distance. The walk wasn't horrible, so we didn't pay to use the shuttle at all.

*Go to Disneyland the last 2 weeks of April. You'll miss the spring break crowd, and it makes everything so much easier. When the weekend hits, the park gets more busy, but it's not awful. We went close to Halloween last time, and it was 60 minute waits for rides. The worst this time was 45.

*Market House on the right hand side of Main Street is the only place in Disneyland that sells special Disney Brew coffee. If you keep your receipt, you get free refills all day. Do it. It's delish.

I don't know what else to say, except I can't wait to go back. We've joked about going back right before my due date (If you deliver in the park, your baby gets a free life time pass!) but I don't think its worth the risk :)

Talking baby, I can't wait to have her. It's not even a "I'm so over being pregnant" issue, I just want to see her, and hold her. It's a completely different experience from feeling them moving around and growing in you.

God is good, the church is moving in a few months... I'm totally good with it. I still don't know what we're doing when the baby is born. We'll see!

Neeed to

I haven't blogged in a while.

Disneyland is in 5 days (the way Binnie and I are counting)! I absolutely cannot wait! It's been about 4 years, so I'm due for a fix. PLUS it's the only time D and I have been out of town without Leila besides beach camp. We didn't have a honeymoon... So...This counts. And I love that my bro and his lady are going because they're fantastic, and D can ride some of the rides I can't that way.

Speaking of...
D is gone all this weekend at Men's Advance so it'll be a ladies hang out weekend! Psyched about that, even though I'll miss him ♥

We're thinking Hailey Eden as a name... I was totally against it at first, but Hailey also means "Hero" and the way it came about was kinda crazy... We'll see. I want to try to work Eden as a first name, but I can't think of anything middle names wise I like enough to go with it. Either way, she hardcore dances in my tummy (hilarious) and I love to feel her move. Whatever her name may be :)

Little bloggy things.

Today is Easter, for which I am thankful. Jesus is alive and amazing and I'm happy.

Moving on to the mommy matters at hand:
I need to start gaining more weight, and working out as a pregnant lady. I know that sounds like I'm doing the exact opposite things, but they technically can go hand in hand.
My legs are jacked. I've only danced twice with this baby, and the second time I almost couldn't get back up. That's not o.k.
Part 2 is, I feel like I'm not big enough to be 21-22 weeks pregnant. I'm not down with getting the "You don't even look pregnant" comments. Word to the wise: That means whoever you're telling it to just looks like they're getting fat. So sometimes you should just say "You look great for being (however far along they are)"

Talking about baby girl #2:
We have no names. I hear names that I love for everyone else's kids, but not for ours. I love the name Avery. Particularly Avery Jade. D however, thinks Avery is a dude's name. I also like Madelynn or Maddy. D doesn't. He prefers Hailey, which is o.k. but I haaate that it doesn't mean anything but "hay field". Mom is pulling for Sophia, but I think that's out. If this baby was a boy, he would have been named the day we found out!
But I'm glad she is a she.
I'll have my 2 girls, and that makes my heart happy. ♥

Shakey Shakey Shakey

I'm definitely in need of some protein this morning.
I've had... 1 large bowl of Kix, and a cup of strawberries.
And now, my hands are shaking baaad.
I haven't even had my 8oz of coffee!!!!

Lately, I've been trying to do better by Leila as far as meals go (and for Little Girl too!)
I went to Trader Joe's on Tuesday to get the pizza crust for our pizzas at Bliss which were sooooo yummy! I'm doing that again ASAP.

Random.
Hungry.
Shakey.
Ugh.

Check check check.

It takes about 2 seconds for God to give me a smack in the face, so I realize how good I truely have it.

Thanks God.

Parenthood + Being pregnant

Good grief.
Sitting here on my couch, watching Dr. Oz,while my dear, sweet Leila screams bloody murder.
This has been going on for...ohh... about an hour.

In the process, this little girl in me is pushing her way to the front of my belly (not my bladder for once) and it's so sweet. I love being able to feel her with my hand, as creepy as that sounds.
We saw HER for the first time on Wednesday. She looks much more like me than Leila. Therefore, my theory is, she'll have D's coloring. We'll see. Two little red heads would be sweet, but I'd love a little dark haired girl.

Anyway... I should probably be cleaning, not blogging.
Goodbye!

P.S.
Disneyland minus Leila in...33 days!

Life goes on...

I'm in much higher spirits today.
Don't get me wrong, I spoke to my worker (after calling her again), and she's definitely a psycho hose beast, but I've got high hopes now.
(High apple pie in the sky hopes)

My mom is going to help me find a new Dr. tomorrow. I still get to have my ultrasound on Wednesday (exactly one week from today!)and I'm very excited about that.


That is all.

The countdown comes to a halt.

I'm very frustrated with my Medi-Cal worker right now.

Went to the Dr.'s office yesterday to have a prenatal visit, and low, they won't see me because my worker screwed something up.
Will my worker call me back to fix it?
No.
I've got an ultrasound appointment next Wednesday which is extremely important for two reasons:
1. It's our first ultrasound. We haven't seen the baby yet, and I'd really like to!
2. We're supposed to find out the sex of the baby. Which would be nice for naming, and planning purposes.
In addition to all this, the state shorted us a TON of money on our refund. Not cool, since we were depending on it.

Stress stress stress.
I know God is in control. Either way, its stressful.

On our way into week 13...

Yeah... This is going to be all about the joys of pregnancy! Brace yourselves.

As the soon-to-be "Mother of two", I've been thinking a lot about our future as a family.
Leila will be going into preschool shortly after this baby is born (praise God!), but what to do with the n00b? I'll be out of work for a few months...then... off to day care? Most likely. Finding affordable, trustworthy daycare is hard! (AND expensive! Both factors of why Leila isn't currently in daycare...) We've got a dear friend who runs a daycare from her home, but she's been full up the last 6 months or so. Here's to hoping there will be an opening in the future!

Moving on.. I'm excited to find out whether this one is a boy or girl. They both have the equal amount of pros and cons, either way, as long as its healthy, we're cool. I've got a few names thought up, but I've only share the name we have for a boy. I think I'll keep the girl names on lockdown till we know for sure.

My two major food aversions (yogurt & cream cheese) seem to have come to an end (YAY!). But last night, we ordered Papa John's pizza, and I had to force myself to eat it. The crust was fine, it was everything BUT the crust that grossed me out. That's depressing. I don't think its all pizza, just last nights.


Keeping our fingers crossed!

Hmm...

It's pretty early for this, but I noticed something...
Why, when people ask for prayer for a loved one, do others feel its necessary to say "We're praying for so and so, and they are a Christian." Does that really need to be stated? If they weren't, couldn't you just add "We're also praying for salvation..."? Is that really necessary? Because overall, it doesn't matter if they're saved or not, we should pray for them anyway. The only reason that would be necessary is to direct how to pray.


Yarrrr!
Good Mornin' Maties :)

Ah, time.

I was watching some home movies my dad put online (No, I will not give you the link), and there was one in particular of a tap dance/ballet recital I did around age four. Good grief. Standing up there, tortured in an itchy, massive pink Tu Tu. The first few minutes I had that "I got this!" look, and then: I become self conscious. AT FOUR! And I start looking down, super off beat... not like I had much rhythm at four anyway. But still... Anyway... it got me thinking more and more about the kids of today, our kids, and the fact that they shouldn't have to deal with that. Whether it's "life" or not, I don't want my kids at age four to worry about the way they look, or talk, or dance. I want them to be firm in knowing that God made them special, and that's what matters over all. I've known kids who at age six start believing they're overweight and need to diet! HOW IS THIS O.K.??? We need to be doing better by our kids. They need to know how God sees them, and to be reminded every day that they are strong, intelligent, beautiful, children of God. Confidant kids with the power of the Almighty at their fingertips.

End rant.
P.S.
This is in NO WAY a bash on the way my parents raised me... Just something I was thinking about.