Happy Valentine's Day!

I know this is a day early, but I have a big weekend and probably won't be posting.

Welcome to this world !

I had a niece born yesterday and I just want to send her so much love. They live in Florida so I will not be able to meet her right away. The name is still up in the air so I will keep you posted!

Welcome Baby Girl!

We Love you !

UPDATE: WELCOME WILLOW
8LBS 3OZ!!!!!!

Happy Birthday My Darling Boy!

Today was the day that I gave birth to my darling son!

Happy birthday Evan Thomas!

Your smile warms my heart and you laughter makes me smile!

To some peoples dismay " You are a Mommas Boy!"

I love you Soooooo much.

And so it begins......

I am at the stage in my pregnancy where I am sick. The smell of people cooking their microwave lunches at work is almost unbearable. I also just can't seem to get enough sleep. The other night I went to bed at 8:00pm and didn't get out of bed till 7:00am. I haven't done that since before Gracie was born. But all I know is that this is all temporary and the result of it all is well worth it!

P.S I have already started to watch Birth Day and Maternity Ward MARATHONS and weep the entire episode. I don't know about any of you, but I feel the need to torture myself watching these. I convince myself that they are just a wealth of knowledge and prepare me for the unpredictable.......?

Here is a little article that was written about these shows:
As a childbirth educator and doula, I had hoped that television shows like The Learning Channel's (TLC's) “Birth Story” and Discovery Channel's “Birth Day” would help dispel some of the medical mystique that seems to surround birth in our culture. Rather than help women view birth as the normal life event that it is, to my horror, “reality” shows have made birth appear more medical than ever.

While “Birth Story” and “Birth Day” have managed to cause enough concern among expectant parents, they pale in comparison to the real terror offered in each episode of TLC's “Maternity Ward.” This show can single-handedly convince most women that their bodies are incapable of birthing without major medical intervention and that they would be crazy not to want all the technology they can get their hands on. After all, their babies' lives—and possibly their very own—depend on it.
Occasionally, I force myself to sit through an episode of “Maternity Ward.” What do I see? The cameras follow residents and attending obstetricians at high-risk medical centers around the US. The stories are told from the point of view of care providers who are overworked and frazzled. The show is not about women and families; rather, it's about the people providing medical care.
In “Maternity Ward,” no laboring women are depicted out of bed. Whether they are in early labor or pushing, they are flat on their backs. Machinery is everywhere. Blood pressure cuffs are on; electronic fetal monitors are strapped onto bellies. Legs are draped, and support people are off to the side. Heart-racing music plays whenever something “dramatic” happens. The mothers look terrified. I don't blame them. Within five minutes of watching the show, I am terrified for them.

Do any of you remember this poem?

All I wanted was to have my two!
My Girl, My Boy
and then I was through.
But something within
has second guessed my plan.
This hunger, this want
for a third in my hand.
Some friends and family
think the idea is lewd.
To that I only think
of a baby boy named Jude.
So I start this blog
with 2 peas in my pod.
With hopes & prayers
the third comes from God!

I wrote this poem for my very first post over a year ago. WOW a year ago. I have been wanting to have a baby for 21 months. ( 1 year of begging my husband, then 9 months of trying)

BUT NOW THE WAIT IS OVER....OH YES THAT IS RIGHT....I AM PREGNANT!!!!!!!!!

Story goes as follows:

• I was having severe pain in my right breast (sorry male readers) so I did a self exam and found a lump. I was so upset. I made an appointment for the very next day. I went in the room and she did all the normal OBGYN questions and then she asked me the one I dread " Could you be pregnant?" I said " We have been trying for 9 months so I doubt it."

So she tells me to go and "leave a sample to be safe".

• Five minutes later she walks in the room, all nonchalant and said Congratulations.
• What????????????
• Your pregnant.
• Are you kidding me???????? as my eyes start to fill up quickly
• Um no mam, we don't kid about things like that.
• I started to laugh at her and cry at the same time.

So I had to go back to work, and act like nothing had changed drastically in my life which is very hard. Many of the girls would come to my desk and ask if I would like to go out and smoke, which I would reply that I quit with a huge smile on my face.

My work day was over so I ran to BabiesRus and purchased a Big Brother shirt for Evan and when I got home I took him upstairs and put it on him. I then told him to stay upstairs until I called him so that I could go down stairs and see my husbands face. When Josh read the shirt he looked at me and I was already crying again. And he asked me " Are you serious?" I said "Sir I don't kid about things like that." he he

So last night we went to every family member's house, took Evan's coat off and watched their excitement. The funnest part was watching them read it, think about it, then get it!

• I am due on September 13, 14th.

So I WILL have all of my children by the age of thirty!

God is great and I thank him for giving me the miracle of life once more. I truely praise him all the days of my life. Without God I am nothing, but with him anything is possible.

New Year- New Template

I thought it was time for a face lift. This one just cheered me up! I hope you like it also. If you have any suggestions I would love to hear them.

Thanks

Robin Williams on Obama's Election

This is so funny!!!

Happy New Year!

At this time of year most people reflect on the year past, and try to come up with ways to make the next year better. So I decided to share mine with you!

• Spend more "quality" time with my mom. Although I may talk to my mom MULTIPLE times a day I don't really "do" anything with her by myself. So this year I hope to spend 1 day a month with her. Maybe a movie, dinner, antiquing....etc.

• Try not to let things bother me so much. Let things slip of my shoulder and try to be more carefree.

• Workout at least 2-3 times a week, 4 times would be ideal! Reason being is that a group of my girlfriends and I have a goal to run a half marathon this year. What a great accomplishment that would be!

• QUIT SMOKING.....how can you run a marathon being a smoker?????.....

• Be more faithful to my Lord and Savior. Although I have already commited my life to Jesus, it is so easy to get side tracked. I have found myself not wanting to get up for church. I need to make a commitment to be more dedicated and to also study the word and to live by it.

• Get rid of this grudge I have with a co-worker. It is to a point where I can't even be in the same room with her. When she opens her mouth I want to SCREAM SHUT UP.... (boy it is really bad) So I need to be more kind and really see past all the things that drive me nuts about her. Jesus said to love thigh neighbor as yourself.

• Try to be the stronger in all ways. Physically, mentally, emotionally and most important spiritually.

• READ MORE... turn of the T.V and just induldge in a great book. I can go anywhere and escape by just picking up a book and opening the cover. New adventures are waiting and knowledge to soak up simply by reading!!!

• Make my friendships I have closer and also try to make some new ones. A good girlfriend is hard to come by.

• Work on my marriage. All marriages have their ups and downs, but I will strive to have more ups this year. I just want to bless my husband and in return I know that he will bless me also.
  

SO THAT IS IT. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE SOME OF YOURS I WOULD LOVE TO READ SOME.

THIS IS ME TO THE T

You Are Dependable and Trustworthy

You approach the holidays with drive and determination. You're usually the one who does all of the organizing and work. You love being in charge of Christmas dinner, decorating the tree, and picking out presents. You know that everything will be perfect, as long as you're the one behind the wheel. Of all the types, you're the most likely to search far and wide to find the best deal on the gifts you give. You're also the most likely to have a very detailed system for how you wrap and label presents.

The Wrapping Paper Test

Kids are so funny........

So I tried to explain to my son that Aunt Ky was going to have a baby.

His reply.... " With who?"

So I told him, with Uncle C.

He looked at me and replied

"Fergie has a baby in her belly?"

Ha ha ha ha ha ha!!!!!!

CONGRATS KY AND C!!!!!!!
WE LOVE YOU!

It's My Birthday

Today is my 29th birthday. WOW

I have always been the person who hates getting older. This year I am reflecting on what I have accomplished in those years instead of thinking about where all that time has gone!

First I would like to tell you that I am a wife, a mother, a friend, and a daughter. All of these things are an accomplishment of there own. I enjoy being a wonderful wife to my husband. I adore being MOM to Gracie and Evan. I embrace the friendships I have lost and gained in these 29 years, and I absolutely cherish being the daughter of a woman I love and call my best friend.

So Instead of making this day about me. I would like to thank all of you that have been a part of my life. I look forward to building stronger relationships and most of all creating some new ones!

I also would like to thank my Mom for giving birth to me on this day!

Thanks for giving me the ultimate gift!

The gift of life, love, and happiness!

I Need Your Help AGAIN

So this is Lilly!

I went on Monday and saved her from her demise. I tried and tried to find her a foster home and was unsuccessful, so I took her in myself until she can be adopted out.
The thing is that I took her to my vet to get her immediate medical attention and the bill is outstanding. She will also need to be spayed and some more follow up care. So I am trying to raise funds to help pay for her care. She is on numerous medications, but the good news is that she has no life threatening conditions.

She is SO SWEET and gets along great with other dogs. She has no food aggression at all. Also she loves kids. (she likes me the best though;) So sad that she was going to be euthanized when she really is a great dog!

So I know Ms. BEE put this on her site, but I have to put it on mine also. I am in dire need of some funds. I have used up all of my "extra" stash to pay for what I can and now I need to ask for help.

So it is simple just go the this site https://www.paypal.com/ then go to the tab that says send funds. Then put this e-mail brocus77@gmail.com, then your own and the amount you could donate. (any amount would be appreciated) Then it will take you to a screen that you would fill out your info and then press the orange button on the bottom and your done!

I thank you for taking the time out to read my blog and I thank you in advance for any donations. Every little bit counts!!!!

LILLY THANKS YOU TOO!!!!

PLEASE HELP ME!

I tried to rescue a German Shepard, but the Dog warden came and took her away. I have been in contact with them about her and she is now scheduled to be euthanized on Tuesday morning. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE if there is anyone out there that would be interested in adopting her CONTACT ME IMMEDIATELY.

She is beautiful, kind, and about 6+ years old. She's a little thin because she has been roaming for about two weeks now. GET THIS, the reason they gave me to put her down is because of her age. WHAT???? Not because she is aggressive or not socialized, she's too old (6)??? So please help me find her a home!

I would take her myself, but I already have a BIG FEMALE GERMAN SHEPARD.

Pro Active

I have done the complete Pro Active challenge. I have followed the directions completely and have done so for 1 month. I DO NOT SEE ANY CHANGE. To be quite honest I feel it has actually made me have more break outs. I was really crushed because I really thought this was going to be my answer. Clear, beautiful, glowing skin.......... NOPE.

Have any of you tried or use Pro Active? And does it work for you?

Well I am on to my next venture to only using the Dior line of face care. I will use this for 1 month also and see how my skin looks. I will give you an update on my search for the best skin care line for me!

Ok Ok Ok.....

I am not one to rant and rave about my political views. I kind of keep to myself and listen to the debate to absorb what each is saying. I do not like to have to defend my decision in which candidate I think would better run this country. In saying all these things I MUST comment on one thing from last night.
Did anyone else feel as though McCain was at any moment going to loose it. I really was uncomfortable watching him squirm in his chair waiting for his rebuttal. He was always laughing at Obama's comments and I just wanted to slap the smirk of his face. He stumbled on his words numerous times, which I believe is due to the fact that he was ready to explode at any time.
I am sorry but I do not want a president who cannot deal with conflict in a calm and respectful manner. I am so tired of the slander that is going on in this campaign. At least Obama is delivering FACTS and not just a Slander.