dec 31

it's hard to believe how life can change in a year - same plans tonight as last new year's even, we've just added a little guy to our party.

dec 30

It's hard to believe that 2011 is almost over - it's kind of sad to see the best year of my life so far come to a close.

dec 29

spent a chilly winter's afternoon shopping with my parents - Micah was so cacooned and cozy he fell asleep sitting up in his stroller, which has never happened before.

dec 28

an impromptu brunch with friends (and my little sidekick) made me thankful for this new life of mine.

dec 27

woke up with his alarm clock this morning to give him his birthday presents early - that's love.

dec 26

we are living it up on the last night of Curtis' holiday vacation: in bed at 8 - that's just how we roll.

dec 25

i hope i remember Micah's first Christmas for the rest of my life.

dec 24

traditions are meant to be curved to the shape of your own family, others should stand the test of the family tree.

dec 23

all is done that i have to do - now i have two days to spend with you!

dec 22

Few things make me happier than finding the perfect gift for someone, especially if that someone is my husband.

dec 21

planning a "fun" Christmas party is harder than it looks!

dec 20

Micah's first fake christmas was so fun - he actually squealed with delight as he opened his first gift of two toy cars.

dec 19

a plus of Curtis being on vacation: i got to run around alone during nap time.

dec 18

nap time is so screwed up on Sundays.

dec 17

getting up, drinking coffee, having breakfast, showering and getting ready all before Micah wakes up is one of the simple pleasures of my life.

dec 16

while I don't necessarily enjoy waking up with Curtis at 5:30am, I do enjoy having a couple hours of calm before the storm (affectionately known as Micah).

dec 15

i usually love wrapping presents, but this year for some reason i was dreading the wrapping - but today i wrapped while Micah napped and it was a quicker-than-expected, pleasant couple hours.

dec 14

today was the strangest mix of highs and lows, but i guess that's just the ebb and flow of life.

dec 13

i finally feel like i'm making a dent in my christmas to do list.

dec 12

thank God for a mom who comes to take my boy on an hour long walk when i'm trying to work.

dec 11

a little Charlie brown tree is the perfect Jesse tree - I'm so excited for this new family tradition.

dec 10

watching little kids play a violin concert may be one of the cutest sights you'll ever see.

dec 9

why does life gotta be so dang expensive?

dec 8

i love the freedom i have to clean the house in the morning and go visit Curtis for lunch in the afternoon.

dec 7

I spent the morning with some of my favorite girls and their kiddos - it makes me want a great, big, loud family.

dec 6

and after another monday, i always enjoy the peace of a tuesday.

dec 5

may i use nights like tonight to store away, little gifts to teach me how to suffer well.

dec 4

Trying to be thoughtful with gift giving is harder than you'd think.

dec 3

we have all we've ever needed and most of what we want.

dec 2

thank God for mommies who care for grand babies when their babies are puking with a migraine.

dec 1

how in the world is it december already - i feel like it was just yesterday when i walked around with my winter coat unzipped because my belly was too big.

nov 30

it's the first snow and I have a feeling it's going to be a log winter.

nov 29

Is there anything cuter than skinny jeans on his little chubby legs?

nov 28

I cannot even pee in private anymore without the tears of a little boy with separation anxiety.

nov 27

I literally just slept the day away...and it felt good.

nov 26

shopping never puts me in the giving spirit - I just find myself wanting stuff and I hate that.

nov 24

we have received grace upon grace, so we give thanks.

nov 25

i am feeling wholly unprepared for the christmas season that has now officially been pushed upon us - i wish fall and the thanksgiving season lasted a bit longer.

nov 23

getting ready for thanksgiving - I love seeing these holidays through the eyes of my boy.

nov 22

Looking forward to baking with my sister tomorrow - but today, corn chowder.

nov 21

we went for his nine-month checkup this morning and while there we both got our flu shots - his put him in a sad, clingy mood that I must admit is rare, so I kind of like it.

nov 20

trying to justify a nap right now.

nov 19

just bought myself a pair of snow boots - first ones since high school.

nov 18

it's hard to believe he's been out as long as he was in - happy 9 month birthday micah!

nov 17

i don't know how everything's going to play out - i'm just glad that i know the one that does.

nov 16

i was feeling stir crazy - with nowhere to go, nothing to do, so i decided to bake; there's nothing like warm treats to make you feel all cozy and content at home.

nov 15

there is something so gratifying about checking items off of a list, however small they seem to be.

nov 14

he naps, and i wish i could too, but there is still more work to do.

nov 13

i love waking up to the sound of a happy baby.

nov 12

going on 48 hours without my child, a strange combination of enjoyment and guilt as we make way for another.

nov 11

it was so weird to wake up and leave the house without changing a diaper, nursing, or even seeing his little baby face.

nov 10

we prepare to leave our boy for two days and two nights, as we prepare and learn how to welcome our next little one into our home.

nov 9

i was anxious about money, about a broken exhaust and four new tires and the cost of adoption - then God reminded me that he's the provider of all - including four almost new mud and snow tires for $200.

nov 8

instead of errands, we took advantage of 70 degrees in November with a nice long walk with my mom.

nov 7

It's almost five p.m. and both of us are still in the pajamas we went to bed in last night - and let's be honest we probably won't change until tomorrow morning.

nov 6

fall back isn't what it used to be - but it does mean that we had one extra hour of time together this morning.

nov 5

we bundled the boy up like it was twenty degrees colder than it was and walked to do some errands instead of driving - it was a great way to spend a chilly fall day.

nov 4

i want my son to learn to share, so i teach by example - i have graciously given him my cold.

nov 3

what i thought were allergies i think is a little cold - but no rest for the weary.

nov 2

some days go by in the blink of an eye, others creep way too slowly.

nov 1

did some damage at the grocery store on sunday - which means i'm a cooking machine this week.

oct 31

we decided not to celebrate halloween this year, and i must say, we didn't miss it one bit.

oct 30

instead of taking a sunday afternoon nap, grocery shopping with my boys, cooking pork chops and applesauce and now apple pie and vanilla ice cream.

oct 29

the perfect fall day = apple picking + apple fritter + apple sauce + apple pie

oct 28

I'm feeling weirdly shaky and just a little "off" today.

oct 27

i sit on my bed, hot coffee in hand, as the boy naps and read and write and think to the sound of the rain.

oct 26

and with complete peace i dropped the envelope into the drive-thru mailbox outside of the post office early this morning, with Micah in the back seat, happily oblivious.

oct 25

it struck me yesterday, how strange it will be one day soon to not measure my days by the hours between nursings - a bittersweet realization that time ticks fast these days.

oct 24

my husband just doesn't understand the thrill of having another space in our home to organize.

oct 23

almost home sweet home, but still miles to go before I sleep.

oct 22

taking benedryl at 5:30 in the morning was a bad idea.

oct 21

I am now a fan of night driving - sleeping baby + a book on the ipad + hand holding + new road trip music = a pleasant way to travel.

oct 20

hoping that our choice to drive tonight instead of tomorrow morning
was the right one.

oct 19

I altered my first piece of clothing today - not perfect but my sewing-confidence is definitly growing.

oct 18

I have a son, and he's eight months old; these are two facts I can't quite wrap my head around.

oct 17

while he's not crawling yet, he certainly can drag his chubby self wherever he wants to go.

oct 16

after a year and a half, my little monthly visitor has returned.

oct 15

And today the journey begins...again.

oct 14

it's funny how you can hang out with some friends for ten hours straight and not get bored and others you can feel like you've overstayed your welcome after an hour.

oct 13

so thankful that the shock of new parenthood is long gone, but thankful to be able to relate and give grace to others.

oct 12

holy fenugreek batman! -this stuff is no placebo.

oct 11

Riddle me this batman: I'm a little let down by my lack of let down.

oct 10

Micah took his longest nap ever this afternoon and although it was a Monday I was supremely unfocused and unproductive.

oct 9

went on a search for fenugreek today - can't wait until my pee smells like maple syrup.

oct 8

I had an hour and a half alone this morning and what did I do with the time - wandered target alone - typical and yet sad.

oct 7

we had a spur-of-the-moment lunch date with daddy at work - i love that we can do that.

oct 6

i have a feeling we'll be spending a lot of time at the library over the next few years.

oct 5

I'm learning to love.

oct 4

grocery shopping is so much more fun with company.

oct 3

it's easier to enjoy stuck-at-home mondays when it's dreary and rainy outside.

oct 2

I had cheerios then took a nap while my boys had some guy time - yes, I roll like a toddler when I'm alone.

oct 1

this is not the Saturday I had in mind.

sep 30

the feel of a good productive morning is better than that extra hour of sleep i gave up to have it.

sep 29

he's growing out of baby phase into into boyhood and i'm a little sad about it.

sep 28

I'm so happy that we got the nicest weather of the year for a mid-week play date at the zoo.

sep 27

today I am being very unproductively productive.

sep 26

the week did not start off well with the discovery that our basement freezer door had been left open and defrosted all of my pumped milk - I had a good cry and luckily the day has progressively gotten better.

sep 25

off (nap) schedule for two days makes for one tired little pumpkin.

sep 24

it's such a sunny, cheery day for errands with my little fam.

sep 23

it's really hard to do something, even if it's only ten hours a week, that you simply do not care about anymore.

sep 22

we had to cancel a play date because he got sick, but we're making the best of this sneezy day.

sep 21

he went to sleep fine and woke up from his nap a snotty, drippy sad little mess.

sep 20

nap time has a way of putting a damper on our social life.

sep 19

guacamole with bacon, black bean and corn salsa and hard tacos are a delicious reward for a day hard worked.

sep 18

I refuse to let a little cold stop me from enjoying this amazing weather.

sep 17

almost missed out on patterson's apple farm with the fam - pushing through.

sep 16

I think I'm getting sick, and just the idea of being sick with a baby scares me a bit.

sep 15

i am not getting sick, i am not getting sick.

sep 14

it's a calzone party at the parents.

sep 13

a grocery cart full for half the price is something I can feel good about.

sep 12

I always dread mondays so much more than is necessary - another one bites the dust.

sep 11

and above all else, put on love, for love covers over a multitude of wrongs.

sep 10

I had a refreshing day and now i am exhausted.

sep 9

road trippin' with my guys.

sep 8

I am learning to enjoy the hunt for diapers in the rain on a Thursday afternoon.

sep 7

I'm looking forward to baby's bedtime - I have the itch to create so create I must do.

sep 6

I love the fact that I can put work on hold to go play with my mom and sister any time I want.

sep 5

it's 65 degrees outside and feels appropriately like the end of the first summer (of many) spent at home with my boy.

sep 4

getting some work done today and tomorrow so Tuesday doesn't start a nightmare short week.

sep 3

writing from the pool - there is no other place to be on a 95 degree day.

sep 2

we're gearing up for a crazy-family-end-of-summer weekend bash and it starts...now.

sep 1

Today might've been our last time at the pool for the summer - sigh.

aug 31

before order comes messes, lots and lots of little piles of chaos.

aug 30

everyday we make decisions that have the potential to directly impact our lives.

aug 29

one of the best things about working from home are the spontaneous breaks to do stuff like bake a peach and blueberry crumble.

aug 28

we fight the urge to be discontent with thankfulness.

aug 27

Why does anyone ever buy anything full price when there are garage sales?!

aug 26

I'm in a funk this afternoon and I just can't shake it.

aug 25

I was with two new babies today and had a couple flashbacks of those first few weeks.

aug 24

about to get my hair did.

aug 22

why a beautiful day for a picnic lunch with daddy.

aug 22

the day did not start off well, but hour by hour it's improving.

aug 21

Micah is so chill - I'm scared to think about the personality our next child could have.

aug 20

I just want to eat good food that I don't have to make - is that too much to ask?

aug 19

my boy is an awesome night sleeper so you will never hear me complain about short naps, but that two hour nap he just took was amazing for this woman.

aug 18

a half a year - how in the world is Micah already 6 months old?

aug 17

there is nothing better than the feeling after a day spent at the pool - I think labor day will come with a major letdown this year.

aug 16

So thankful for good friends who understand us.

aug15

today was an alarmingly productive Monday - I love when the stars align like that.

aug 14

after a full day yesterday, this rain is beckoning me to curl up with a book and take a nap - but it's off to church we go instead.

aug 13

a baby shower and a bbq; the makings of a nice summer saturday.

aug 12

this water baby finally has her own water baby.

aug 11

the makings of a great day with my boy: umbrella + baby pool + blanket + sunscreen + floatable toys

aug 10

even on days where we only have one car, there is a silver lining: we finally have a savings to pay for the repairs.

aug 9

sleeping on his belly might be the best thing that ever happened to his nap times.

aug 8

I don't know what I would do without my mom around the corner.

aug 7

Oh how I love to come home and be with my little family.

aug 6

what a strange and lovely gift to see family members again after 20 years.

aug 5

thank the Lord that I have a baby that sleeps when I need to sleep.

aug 4

I have lost all motivation for creativity in the kitchen - I think it's melted in this heat.

aug 3

some days, the hours between feedings go by in a blur and all I remember doing all day is nursing.

aug 2

it's tuesday afternoon and i haven't left the house since sunday
afternoon - but sometimes home is just where i want to be.

aug 1

My boy's now a (not) lean, mean rolling machine.

jul 31

he who is forgiven much, loves much.

jul 30

What an encouraging morning with some of my lady friends - the Lord always knows what you need before you even know you need it.

jul 29

I usually love the summer but this heat and humidity are torturing me.

jul 28

why does it look like a toddler is sitting on my lap?

jul 27

a walk to the west side market with aunt jenni made me wish would have remembered my camera - although pushing a stroller keeps my hands rather occupied.

jul 26

I know he won't, but I wish Micah could always remember playing with his great grandparents today.

jul 25

I might complain on Sunday nights and Monday mornings, but if I have to work, working from home about one day a week with breaks to make dinner at lunchtime, nurse every few hours and take a break to have a visit from my mom is pretty darn awesome if you ask me.

jul 24

few things are better than having the bed made while you're still in it.

jul 23

husband, son, dog, even sister - all are sleeping in the house but me.

jul 22

darn you airline for flight delays, cancellations and hotel vouchers - I need my husband home with me - my son is forgetting his father's face.

jul 21

only one more night until my man is home - I have a new respect for single momma's everywhere.

jul 20

it might've taken over two years to do it, but I finally got to babysit my cute little niece today.

jul 19

day 2 out of 5 is nearly complete and it hasn't been all bad - I sure do miss my better half though.

jul 18

the week I've been dreading is here - I really don't want to know what single motherhood feels like.

jul 17

I think I'm more disappointed than anyone that the local beach wasn't the tropical oasis that I hoped it would be.

jul 16

hurry and impatience are sure marks of the amateur, so i avoid skimming and read each word on the page as the boy takes his morning nap.

jul 15

I got two words for ya: friendship bracelets.

jul 14

sometimes conference calls from home end up with a baby surrounded by toys in the crib upstairs, screaming anyways.

jul 13

went to a beautiful park with a friend today for a play date and a picnic - now I can't wait to go back.

jul 12

and just like that, Monday's over and now it's the start to MY week.

jul 11

Monday's are hard, but sisters make them better.

jul 10

sad to have another great summer weekend come to a close.

jul 9

after a very full day of friends and fun in the sun I think the babe had enough when he had a melt-down over our strawberry shortcakes - luckily we were a half hour from home and the car ride put him right to sleep.

jul 8

the day I dreaded finally came - a migraine in the morning, alone with a baby - thank God for a mom who lives 5 minutes away and loves her grandson.

jul 7

This boy will be able to swim before he can walk.

jul 6

I am thrilled to have even an hour with one of my most favorite families in the universe!

jul 5

I'm playing catch up today in every regard, yet trying to enjoy myself in the midst of it all.

jul 4

a year ago today we started the morning with adoption paperwork and ended it with jaws dropped as we watched fireworks with the knowledge that we'd be becoming parents by a different, but no better, route.

jul 3

It's just another day at the zoo and the beach.

jul 2

I think I have the best baby traveler in the universe - thank you micah for making a six hour drive painless and dare I say, pleasant.

jul 1

packing the three of us for the weekend in one suit case is the ultimate feat for this overpacket.

jun 30

nothing can possibly be cuter than a baby splashing in the pool.

jun 29

sometimes I may contradict myself, but I've got it pretty darn good.

jun 28

sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do, it's the learning not to complain part that gets me every time.

jun 27

never underestimate the power of a little baby psychology - i have outsmarted my child and won the bottle war.

jun 26

it's weird how a day can hold so many extreme emotions.

jun 25

I'm more bummed than I should be that my big toe ripped a bigger hole in my jeans.

jun 24

we have all that we need.

jun 23

I don't like to see my little boy crying in pain, even if it was just for a minute.

jun 22

conference calls are a waste of my valuable time.

jun 21

I admire my mom friends with multiple children - I'm tired with just one but can't wait until I have a houseful of 'um.

jun 20

this was far less than the productive Monday I needed - but there's always tonight.

jun 19

watching you with Micah is one of the greatest joys in my life - happy first father's day to the first boy of my heart.

jun 18

how can Micah already be four months old?

jun 17

last year on our anniversary we were planning our adoption and this year I sit here nursing our son - I wonder what surprises God has for us as we start another year.

jun 16

Sometimes there's no one else who can settle him than the sound of his momma's voice.

jun 15

Going to the pool, packing a fridge full of fruit, grilling burgers, eating ice cream - this is what summer is made of.

jun 14

I need to stop grocery shopping once a month and start going once a week instead - the total at the register makes me break out into a cold sweat and I want to vomit every time.

jun 13

mondays are my get'r done days, also my early bedtime days.

jun 12

They asked me to share how I came to know Jesus at church this morning - and while I wanted to say, I'll pass but thanks for asking, I bit the bullet and spoke and it went fine as I knew it would.

jun 11

woke up with a bad headache this morning - so thankful that it was a weekend so I had baby backup.

jun 10

I'm a bit dismayed that my son can already fit into 6 month + clothing.

jun 9

Micah made out like a bandit today thanks to grandma Penick.

jun 8

after a visit to my old office today I seriously couldn't be more thankful that I never have to be stuck in there ever again.

jun 7

I am thrilled to meet Micah's newest cousin tonight - Will, we love you already sweet boy.

jun 6

my boy was moody as a girl with pms today - giggling one minute, screaming the next.

jun 5

why does it already feel like I was pregnant ages ago?

jun 4

so happy to have friends just a few life steps ahead of us in this game called parenthood.

jun 3

I have waited for the day I could take advantage of curtis' summer hours schedule with a baby since before I was pregnant - Friday afternoons I used to be so jealous as he was home enjoying the sunshine and I was still stuck in an office - not anymore!

jun 2

my first sunburn of the summer left me hot and chilled last night, but now it just looks like the start of a summer-long tan.

jun 1

Micah's first trip to the pool was a splashing success - four hours later I am burnt and he, thankfully, is not.

may 31

i couldn't have dreamed of a better baby while we were gone - he even
gave us his first giggles while we were away - and we caught them on
video!

may 30

getting ready for the trek home - wish I could snap my fingers and be at my back door.

may 29

Danced with my man and almost forgot I had a kid for a minute.

may 28

there is a definite gap between those my age with kids and those without - and I really don't mind being on the other side.

may 27

I am so thankful I have a good sleeper, but a good road-tripper too.

may 26

I never realized how hard packing for a baby is - I thought I needed a lot of crap.

may 25

I had a wonderful day with three kiddos, the sun was shining and if I wasn't already convinced I want AT LEAST three kids, I am now.

may 24

so excited to see what Curtis' surprise is for me tonight.

may 23

I'm excited for sushi and family tonight - two of my very favorite things.

may 22

i do not want the weekend to end - good thing we have a four day weekend coming up.

may 21

being a mom is hard.

may 20

all I want is a suntan - is that too much to ask?

may 19

I nursed in the backseat of the car with the air conditioning on because I didn't want the fun afternoon with my little buddy to end.

may 18

I hate grocery shopping, but it sure is nice to have a full fridge.

may 17

A little bit of coffee plus a little bit of work plus a good friend's visit and a cute-as-a-button baby equals a very pleasant day.

may 16

day one of being a work from home working mamma was eh alright - trying to breathe and take it one day at a time.

may 15

I pray we are turning a corner, the last few days have been rough.

may 14

this day is starting out way too much like yesterday and I don't think Incan handle two in a row.

may 13

This was by far the hardest day we've had in a long, long time - doesn't offer me much hope for next week when we had work to the mix.

may 12

i was up 45 minutes before my son this morning - it's amazing how much
one can do in time uninterupted.

may 11

sunshine + shorts + playdate = the makings of a great afternoon.

may 10

having a baby is an every day lesson on learning to chill.

may 9

I'm starting my last week of "freedom" today - starting the next chapter of work from home mommyhood next Monday, and I've got the anxiety to prove it.

may 8

I am inexplicably grateful for my mother, my son who made me a mother, and to God, who gave me both.

may 7

We're taking Micah-baby to the zoo for the very first time - we're non longer those weirdos at the zoo sans children.

may 6

i couldn't be more thrilled that spring is finally here - we took two walks today - one with him in the sling and one in the snuggly and it felt so good to just get out and feel the sun on our faces.

may 5

I'm excited to have a margarita with my family tonight for cinco de mayo.

may 4

this has been the most productive morning i've had in a long time - gives me hope for fitting work into this new life of mine.

may 3

I never thought dressing a milk-filled chest would be this difficult.

may 2

I was proud ofyself for making it to the vet with dog, baby, stool sample, purse, diaper bag and coffee in hand - and five minutes early at that.

may 1

it just hit me, i am exhausted and it is almost 4:30 - too late for a
nap and too early for bed.

apr 30

eye contact and a big gummie smile while nursing made early morning nursing in bed all the more enjoyable.

apr 29

I know I talk about his sleep patterns a lot, but what you may not understand is that a good (or bad) night sleep can affect everything.

apr 28

I just can't shake the crafty bug, so I guess I'll just go with it and start creating again.

apr 27

today my inner granny is emerging and I'm learning how to embroider.

apr 26

Three nights of over eight hours straight - oh how I love my sleep - oh yeah - and the little boy that made it possible - thank you my Micah!

apr 25

i've heard that three nights of a sleep pattern creates a habit with a
baby - let's pray tonight he sleeps 8 hours too then - i had the best
sleep i've had in months last night.

apr 24

Read the Easter story to my little guy this morning - I can't wait until he understands and isn't just an adorable audience.

apr 23

he's pretty much been awake all day long - so tonight could either be really good or really bad.

apr 22

I did not cry; I whispered in his ear 'shhhh, it's gonna be all right' and it was.

apr 21

I'm gearing myself up for his first round of shots this morning - I hear they do a doozie on a mama bird's God-given protective instincts.

apr 20

Enjoying some rare "me" time this morning as I get purdy for my boys - ie haircut and color.

apr 19

He slept eight hours straight and so did we - it was amazing and I think I love him even more now.

apr 18

my baby is two months old today and like a fine wine he keeps getting better and better with age.

apr 17

I don't get the Sunday night blues like I used to, but I do hate to see a weekend end.

apr 16

I'm watching my husband fake cry at a crying baby, only making it worse, and thought of the verse - fathers, do not exasperate your children.

apr 15

tonight we're leaving Micah for the first time so Curtis dressed him in a shirt that says 'Mommy needs a date night' - too bad it's a work event and not a real date.

apr 14

stop fighting against those heavy, droopy eyes and go to sleep.

apr 13

i love the freedom that this new life brings.

apr 12

sometimes he just wants to be rocked at the moment when I'm the busiest, and it's good for me to take a minute, or 20, to stop and rock.

apr 11

there's few things better than nursing to the breeze of open windows and doors.

apr 10

it's already strange to think about going somewhere without my little sidekick.

apr 9

the baby sling was the greatest invention for a mother's productivity - that and the pacifier.

apr 8

he's getting bigger every day - an incredible transformation to witness.

apr 7

i am tired, always, but feeling very much at peace in my little world.

apr 6

When Micah doesn't sleep, neither does mommy - thank God I can make up for it by laying low on a rainy Wednesday with no plans.

apr 5

I'm looking forward to a busy, but fun day with girlfriends, kiddos, aunts and church friends.

apr 4

I'm kind of dreading my six week checkup today - afraid she's gonna tell me I'm ruined for life.

apr 3

a Sunday spent at home - sheer bliss.

apr 2

He woke up at 3:45 to take a friend to the airport, then decided he wanted to take the baby with him, so we woke up a sleeping baby, fed him and i got another 3 1/2 hours of uninterrupted sleep - great way to start a weekend.

apr 1

a month and a half - oh how time is flying.

mar 31

now, more than ever, it's so important how we love each other.

mar 30

today marks the first day of the rest of our lives - Micah slept through the night - 8 full, glorious hours!

mar 29

first night in his big boy crib was a good night for all of us.

mar 28

these are the days when it's more about willpower than desire.

mar 27

the sun is shining and both my boys are with me - today's going to be a good day.

mar 26

we have the noisiest sleeping baby the world has ever heard.

mar 25

when I'm exhausted in the middle of the night, I remember, this is our little miracle baby.

mar 24

eating cereal in silence is the best way to start the morning.

mar 23

why is it that by the time i accomplish my (new) morning routine, it's
11am already and i still haven't had coffee?

mar 22

why is it that I hate grocery shopping but I love unpacking all the bags and putting it all away?

mar 21

remedy for clingy, crying baby + lots to do = slip him in the sling.

mar 20

I don't want to jinx it but my boy has slept great for an entire week now - last night he slept 6 hours, woke up to eat and then slept another 4.

mar 19

I have a whole new love for weekends - my guy is here to keep me company and keep me sane.

mar 18

happy one-month birthday to the little boy that changed our lives forever.

mar 17

today we will forgo Irish fare for an Ethiopian feast with my favorite little Ethiopian and his family.

mar 16

I would have had an awesome night of sleep last night if I would've went to bed before 11:30 - oh well, such is life.

mar 15

I hope I don't regret missing my eight o'clock bedtime tonight.

mar 14

I don't think I'll ever like the spring forward daylight savings time change again.

mar 13

when I don't get spit up or peed on the day before, it's just another reason to wear the same outfit twice.

mar 12

I'm nine pounds away from my pre-baby weight and about one away from sliding my wedding rings back on - hallelujah!

mar 11

i find that during baby nap time, there is nothing i want to do less than take a nap myself - i guess that's why i hit a wall at about 7pm each night.

mar 10

I stare at his milky mouth and eyes that close as I stroke the bridge of his nose - the peace that comes with a 2am feeding when there is no sleep deprivation makes it all worthwhile.

mar 9

I guess after the best night comes the worst - good thing there's mercy that's new every morning for this momma.

mar 8

he slept the best last night that he ever has, and he's still going strong - that's my boy.

mar 7

I told him thank you for the last two weeks as he left for work and I choked back tears.

mar 6

I must get over the fear that tells me I must be at home for feedings.

mar 5

today was my due date - can't imagine not having these last two weeks with him.

mar 4

my first night of handling all feedings and diapers alone went better than expected - and the added bonus of a thoroughly rested husband isn't too shabby either.

mar 3

I think I birthed a night owl.

mar 2

just when i say he's a good sleeper, he defies me like the stubborn child he is - one had by a very stubborn mother herself.

mar 1

what i'm thankful for today: a husband that gets up with the baby at 6
and lets me sleep til 8.

feb 28

my days are going way too fast, and my nights, too slow.

feb 27

another rough night but I still think I'd rather choose rough nights and wonderful days over the opposite any day.

feb 26

after a long night, it's amazing what a hot shower can do.

feb 25

I think exhaustion is catching up with me.

feb 24

last night was the worst one yet, and still manageable, and dare I say enjoyable when I think about how long we waited for this little gift.

feb 23

I'm well aware that things could go drastically worse than they are - that's why I'm thankful for how smooth this transition seems.

feb 22

our first night, and day, home went better than expected - I love this parenting gig.

feb 21

today is a new day and i pray, a five a.m. prayer, that we can go home.

feb 20

Micah is jaundiced and the sight of his tiny little body under the big blue lights is enough to break my heart.

feb 19

my heart is full to the brim - and already i cannot imagine our life without him.

feb 18

this day has changed my life forever - our son was born today.

feb 17

note to self: enjoy these days, you will never get them back.

feb 16

i've been completely blown away by the generosity of my coworkers today!

feb 15

we are trying to enjoy these last days/weeks of just the two of us,
but it's becoming increasingly more difficult the more excited we
become.

feb 14

i am glad that valentine's day doesn't define our love - but i do wish
i was better at making time to prepare for special days beforehand.

feb 13

I've been productive despite myself today - a very good start to a very busy week.

feb 12

no baby last night and that's okay - we still have to pack our bag, take the maternity ward tour and pre-register at the hospital today.

feb 11

i am seriously uncomfortable at my desk today - i wish i would go into
labor tonight - tomorrow i'm technically full term after all.

feb 10

i would seriously rather be cleaning at home then stuck at a desk
today -- and if you know me, you know that that's saying a LOT.

feb 9

it may not be wishful thinking anymore to hope for an early delivery - we've got a big boy on our hands!

feb 8

it's becoming very real - i only have 12 more days in the office - ah!

feb 7

don't like: doing errands after work; like: Curtis taking care of dinner; don't like: his dinners usually consist of some microwavable Nestle product; like: him, even though he doesn't cook.

feb 6

when i get something in my mind, i have to do it - granny squares for matching pillow are now complete.

feb 5

on an icy morning, i sip an iced coffee and freeze.

feb 4

i am looking forward to getting some use out all the baby stuff we
just accumulated as we babysit two scrumptious little ones tonight.

feb 3

after two days of working from home in the dreary grey cold, i'm
feeling antsy at my desk - but the sun shining through the window sure
helps my mood.

feb 2

ice is blowing off the trees and i pull my sweater tighter and hold my
breath as the house creaks with the sounds of the frozen wind.

feb 1

i have thoroughly enjoyed a blissfully productive false alarm "snow
day" at home today - i wonder if the snow will hit tomorrow.

jan 31

as of 5:59pm this evening we are officially out of debt!

jan 30

I think I over did it today - my legs are really feeling it - but I got a heck-of-a-lot done.

jan 29

today i have been overwhelmed - again - by other's generosity -- this boy is so blessed.

jan 28

i am so excited about tomorrow, i don't know how i'm going to get through today!

jan 27

sometimes there are days that you just can't do what you know you should do.

jan 26

started the day hearing my boy's beat and will end it eating sushi
with a friend - this is a good day.

jan 25

we will not have hot water until Saturday - this is going to be fun!

jan 24

i want a natural delivery - there, i said it - i know it's not for everyone and some people think i'm crazy, and maybe my plan won't come to pass - but what i've learned from migraines is that pain is a mental test of strength and i've got the best coach a girl could ask for, well, that and i learned a lot about what i don't want or like from our childbirth class yesterday.

jan 23

this birthing class has only made me want a natural childbirth more - but we are only halfway through the day.

jan 22

I think I'm decided - I want to try to have a natural childbirth.

jan 21

i am so looking forward to a weekend - and soon every day will feel
more like a weekend than a weekday.

jan 20

I'm not sure I should be proud of winning the award for most gutter balls while bowling tonight.

jan 19

today I ate my breakfast at the kitchen table instead of in my car - a piece of homemade banana bread accompanied by milk, coffee, oj and ice water - if you can't tell I much prefer drinking over eating these days.

jan 18

now I remember why I leave work 10 minutes early every day - leaving ten minutes late doubles my commute home.

jan 17

i have not felt that bad in a while - a migraine with sweats and all - good thing it didn't last very long.

jan 16

thankful to the point of tears this morning - doesn't happen often, but it should.

jan 15

we have quite the to do list to tackle today - and yes I said we - he's my captive slave man today!

jan 14

i'm learning the art of using our home to be a comfortable place for others.

jan 13

The total answer to prayer we got yesterday makes me wonder why I ever
doubt that God is in control.

jan 12

I'm finally feeling better - watching the snow fall from the comforts of home helps.

jan 11

one day I will be able to breathe out of my nose again - until then I will have a really dry mouth and chapped lips.

jan 10

I am fighting the urge to go to sleep at 7 by conquering my to do list.

jan 9

after almost 5 days of being sick, why did i think a nap would cure all? - it didn't and i still can't breathe.

jan 8

is so thankful for the wonderful group of girls i've gotten to know over the last year!

jan 7

is hoping the weekend is healthier than the week.

jan 6

i cannot be sick, i cannot be sick - i have a busy weekend ahead of me.

jan 5

out of nowhere I feel like I've been run over by a truck.

jan 4

today hasn't been as painful as yesterday; but we'll see if I can stay up past 8:30 tonight.

jan 3

work today was just as hard as i thought it would be.

dec 2

I'm mentally preparing for the return to work in the morning - good thing I have a three-month "break" to look forward to.

jan 1

today marks the first day of a year destined to change our lives - bring it on 2011!