4 Months

WOW!! I cannot believe it, but we are 4 months pregnant. The time seems to fly by, but I can't wait to find out what this baby is.....boy....girl...???

We only pray that it's healthy; the gender doesn't matter to either one of us. I have been feeling a lot better. I have pains here and there that seem strange, but everybody tells me that my body is stretching. Here is some more information about me and this pregnancy:

Food Cravings: None really; other than Chili's salsa (I can't get enough of that stuff).

Weight Gain: Unsure? I am still in my regular clothes. I did buy some maternity jeans; just in case :) I finally have a little bump that is starting to show.

Hair/Skin/Nails: I don't know who thinks/says that you look good during pregnancy....I don't believe it. My hair is okay, but my skin is horrible.....it's the craziest thing ever!!

Symptoms: I do sometimes get a little sick, but nothing like I was....that was horrible! I am tired ALL the time.

Sleep: I don't sleep well......if I'm not up going to the bathroom then I toss and turn a lot. I bought a body pillow and that hasn't seem to help, yet. It probably will when I get bigger.

So, hopefully on my next post I have more news to report. Right now, I am just getting really anxious about getting the room ready and finding out what we're having. We do have some names picked out, so that makes it more exciting. I will keep you posted!!

Updates.....

Where do I begin.....

The last time I wrote...I started a new job, but now I am going back to my old one. It suits me better....and I'm happy to go back.

Also, on the pregnancy...I have had a really tough couple of weeks. I have been EXTREMELY sick!! Hopefully, I will start felling better soon. I will keep you posted.

I had a great holiday with family. I love to get together with my family and hang out. As you can see - we ate, swam and just enjoyed each other.

Big Surprise

I haven't posted anything for awhile. I have had SO much going on in my life that I didn't feel like I could get on here and NOT talk about it.

Two things....

1. We just found out that we are PREGNANT!!!
2. I started a new job!

So, as you can see.....I have been busy!! We are SO excited about #1-having a baby. However, we weren't expecting it and were completely shocked. I can tell you that I think it happened because I had so many other things on my mind (and having a baby wasn't one of them). Now, that is all that I can think about. From the minute that you find out.....you want to do everything right and be the BEST parent. However, I feel like I can't even supply nutrients to my little one because of how sick I have been. I have ALL DAY sickness.....not morning, noon, or night.....ALL of it. I have been really feeling bad. Hopefully, it will pass soon. We are due in February. I'm sure I will have more to post later. For right now, I think that is enough :)

P.S. We are still early; so keep us in your prayers!!

Holiday Weekend

I love long weekends. They are always needed and give us time to enjoy family and friends.

We had a great one.....we spent the night at the lake with some friends, hung out at home, visited with family and just relaxed.

Remember why we get this long holiday.....thanks to all those that have and continue to fight for our nation.

I hope everyone had a safe and fun weekend!!

WOW!!

I haven't updated in a little while....

So, here is why...

First, I had the BEST birthday ever. I am truly blessed.
Secondly, I have accepted a position at another company.....WAY EXCITED!!
So, I have been pretty busy keeping up. I have much to do in this transition time, so I probably won't be able to update much. Please pray for me and my new adventure. I have prayed and feel that God is putting me exactly where he wants me to be :) Have a great weekend!!

The little things....

I haven't updated in a little while due to our busy schedule. Last weekend we went out to eat with Nick's family for my birthday (May 3rd is the actual day). It was fun and good to see everybody. This week has been busy at work due to an audit, etc.

In all these crazy/busy days and as I grow older :).....I often stop to realze that what people have told me growing up was really true......like:

-enjoy your youth because time really does fly by (never believed that)
-30 IS NOT old.....(I believed it was for so long)
-surround yourself with people that you can trust (it really does matter)
-cherish the little things (a cup of coffee in the morning, the smell of spring, a kiss from your spouse when they leave for work, good/true friends, a good writing pen, a good neighbor, etc.)

I hope all of you have a blessed day/week. Remember, cherish these moments and enjoy!!

Stuff....

We have been really busy the past two weekends. Last weekend we "trotted" off to West Virginia for my great aunt's 80th birthday.....it was a lot of fun!! She is super cute and really with it for her age (she is in the picture above with her crown). I pray that I do that well at 80!! HA!
We stayed the night there on Saturday, I got to see lots of family, and the scenery was beautiful. I feel so connected to those people because of my mom being raised there. She has always told us stories from her childhood.

This weekend was a lot of fun, too. I went out with friends on Friday, Nick and I took a road trip Saturday, and today has been the usual Sunday routine (cleaning, laundry, groceries, etc.). It's odd...but I enjoy the routine stuff........

We have had THE BEST weekend (that is for you BB)!!

I hope everyone has a great week.

In my world....

Time seems to fly by.....Easter is over and I can't believe it. Since Nick and I have Stitch and no other children ;)....we usually buy eachother something for the holidays. I'm sure that will all change when we have kids. However, it's nice for now...

I was so happy that he bought me a new women's devotional bible. It's so pretty....pink and brown (two of my favorite colors) and my name is engraved on it. I am so lucky to have him in my life. He is such a blessing.

Just an update on the family that I blogged about last time...they had ANOTHER issue hit their family. They are very strong people and their faith is amazing.



God is Enduring

The Lord is gracious and compassionate,
slow to anger and rich in love.
Psalm 145:8

Prayers needed.......

A couple of months ago I blogged about a lady I work with....losing 3 members of her family in a car accident. I ask you to pray for the family, again (the Mattingly family). They are experiencing some additional sadness in their life; partly due to their loss. I cannot begin to imagine how the days must seem so empty for them. They have a lot of faith, but need some prayers.


You say: "I feel all alone"
God says: "I will never leave you or forsake you"
Hebrews 13:5