I think I have something to say!

Am I alone in the fact that I sometimes go through my day and think hmmm... I should blog about that, but then never do. I have had so much stuff going on in my life these past few months it almost seems overwhelming to put into words. So I think that I am going to take the next month and use this here blog as some sort of therapy!

First on my list to share:

Children... recently my husband and I decided that 3 was our number. So we did the permanent thing and he got the old snip..snip.
I totally feel as though God himself told me that 3 was my number. I felt content with this decision and in fact was excited about not worrying every month if our protection didn't work.
I had peace! I settled in to the fact that THIS was my family. That I was onto the next chapter in my life.

Then Christmas hit... I realized that morning that this was in fact the LAST Christmas I was going to have a little baby more interested in the wrapping then the actual gift. That we were capturing such a monumental moment in our lives that morning. The Christmas that our family would no longer be a growing one. Ouch

I have had many moments since that morning where the reality of the place I am in my life has hit me. The place where change is soooo scary. I am not going to be bearing any more children. Also the fact that they grow up so fast does not help that fear of change I have. The feeling I get when my now 8 yr old looks at me and says " are you really going to wear that?". Or when my now 5 yr old tells me that I don't have to hold his hand anymore walking into school. And now my 1 yr old is talking and walking and being such a snuggle bug!

I am not saying that I regret the decision my husband and I have made. I am just facing a huge change of direction in my life. We all have these milestones in our lives. College, marriage, buying a house, then of course babies. I guess I never really thought about what happens when you stop being a baby maker :) It really is something all mothers will go through. Some may feel relieved, depressed, joyful or even scared. I am just really fearful of change.


to be continued...

YES

I am still a blogger, but I haven't had much to say. I do however read all of yours daily. You are my entertainment you know!
Soooo as soon as I have something better to say I will just keep on reading. We alll go through these funks don't we????

Anywho... do you like the new look? You can be honest. I am unsure of the font still.


HAPPY DAY TO ALL OF YOU

Friday Feast

Please enjoy the menu for today's Friday feast!

Appetizer:
What is your heritage?

My dad's side of the family originated from Yugoslavia. My mom's side of the family came from Greece.

Soup:
Where is your favorite place to buy cheap stuff?

I am not going to lie.... I shop at Wal-mart. If I need something on a tight budget I look there first, then of course Target.

Salad:
Have you ever committed a crime or been a witness to one? (i won't rat you out ;)

I did commit a crime a lllooonng time ago... I know I know... but my friend got caught and I just learned from her mistakes.

Main Course:
What car would you buy if you could afford it?

I would buy the Volkswagen Routan 2010.... Check it out...It's just beautiful. If I have to get a van, with three kids it's almost a must, this baby is the best!

Dessert:
Do you miss anyone?

Yes, My grandpa Brocus. He was just an amazing man. Although he had faults just like all of us, he was perfect to me.

Our beloved Nina

Today I dropped Nina off to have a routine surgery that most dog owners have done. (spayed) Only mine never got to come back home. I can't even begin to tell you how much my heart wells up every time I think of her. That phone call was one of the worse ones I have ever received. She was not only a "dog" to me she was a part of our family. The details of the event our still to painful to even write down, so I will leave this short and sweet.
Nina, you will forever be missed and oh so loved. You are not replaceable and I look forward to the day I see you running in the clouds to greet me at the pearly gates! I love you sweet girl! Lilly will be lost without you. :(

Nina 2/07 ~ 10/10

Friday Feast!

Please enjoy the menu for today's Friday feast!

Appetizer:

Were you an honor roll student in school?

• Nope... but if I would have applied myself instead of worrying about the next social gathering I am sure I would have been.

Soup:

Describe yourself in three words.

• Caring. Hopeful. Ever changing.

Salad:

What is something that makes you cringe?

• People who breathe out of their mouth. Just Gross.

Main Course:

Would you rather dress up or dress casual when going out with a friend or husband?

• For me, I heart dressing up! I am a stay at home mom and when I get the chance to get out I like to get all dolled up ;)

Dessert:

What is your favorite movie of all time?

• If I can ONLY choose one it would have to be Dirty Dancing. Love Love Love it
  

Jeanna A.

I found out today that an old friend of mine went to be with God. I can't tell you the mixed emotions I have about this. Although it has been many years since we have talked, I still feel so saddened by the fact that such a young woman was taken.

Celebrating who she was I just wanted to tell you the things I remember most about her!

• She had a smile that lit up a room!
• She was hoo-larious!
• Although we were young, she seemed so wise!
• She was such a go getter!
• She was beautiful inside and out!

Jeanna, you will be missed by many! I am sure you are dancing in the stars, living without anymore pain! I am sorry we never did have that drink we talked about.

Invitation

This is the invitation I created for Sammy's 1st birthday! I just love naked babies!

We had a little mommy/son photo shoot and they all turned out so well. I will post some of the other ones soon!

Oooohhhh...

I got one for all of you... COULD YOU PLEASE HELP ME!!! I am renovating my kitchen and I want this sign I found on Etsy. I just want the sign to say something different.

The sign means the beautiful cottage... so should I just have it say the beautiful KITCHEN?

Any suggestions for verbage would so be appreciated!! REMEMBER... it is for the kitchen!

Can't wait to read some responses... that is if I still have any readers!

trying...

I always think that if I revamp the blog it will inspire me to actually "blog"! I hope this time it works...... I have so much to say, but not enough time to actually sit down and put it into words. Any who... hope for the best!

Zofia Nicola Is Here!

I am welcoming my new niece into the world! I could not be more excited!

Zofia Nicola

7 lbs 3oz (tiny peanut)

20 inches

Going to see her this morning! Cannot Wait!

Way to go Nadja! You did such a great job! I commend you for how COMPLETELY calm you were through all of it!

LOVE YOU GUYS SOOOOOO MUCH!

Grace is 8 !!!!

Today is the day I gave birth to the most caring, smart, outgoing, giving, beautiful little girl in the whole world! God surely gave the world a gift the day you were born! You are my sunshine in the morning! I am such a lucky Mommy to have such an awesome daughter!

HaPpY 8Th BiRtHdAy GrAcE ElIzAbEtH !!

I Just Love Her!

My Mom that is!!!! She is such an amazing person. I look up to her and cherish her dearly! On this Mother's day I just wanted to express a few feelings I have about my best friend~!

* My Mom would do anything for me or my children and that just makes her #1 in my book!

* My Mom tells it like it is and although all people may not like this quality I happen to adore it!

* My Mom has always chosen to be the better person in all situations and I strive to be like that!

* My Mom is dependable, loyal, thoughtful, loving, wise, and trustworthy. All things I hope to carry on!

MOM U ARE THE BEST AND NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DON'T REMEMBER THAT! I LOVE YOU MORE THAN WORDS COULD EVER DESCRIBE!

Who??

Who are the random people that comment on my blog?? Do any of you get these? Check out my last post comments. Sorry to offend any of you random people, but I am just curious.

Izzy!!!!!!!!

Yeah that's right....... we named her! She loves the kids, the kids love her....( i love her).... but we are NOT keeping her ;) Nina and Lilly also give her the stamp of approval!

I did put her on K 100 to see if anyone is missing her :( I will also put an add in the paper!

BUT ISN'T SHE A DOLL!!!

Call Me CRAZY.......!!!!!!!!

Ok, So I was driving down Oregon Rd. And I saw this little white dog sopping wet on the side of the road. I pull over to see if she has tags (which she didn't) and she was just soooo happy to see me! She jumped right in my arms saying "please save me nice lady!", so I put her in my car. I then drove to the trailer parks and asked around to see if anyone knew who she belonged to and they replied " NO, but I have seen her runnin out there for 2 days now.". REALLY???? Call me CRAZY, but who let's a little dog run around for days on SUCH a busy road?? I apparently don't. So I went and got her shampoo, flea meds, and dog bowls....... but I am not keeping her....lol. I will have to say I ALREADY LOVE HER. All of you who know me know that I already have 2 German Shepperd's, three children, a full time job and a household to run, so I am thinking I AM CRAZY. HA

Pics to come...... But those of you who read www.twopretzels.com she looks like Fergie, but all white!