Worst. Day. Ever.

Snow.

Snow equals Strep Throat. There is now snow on the ground (Like 4 inches; way too much for October), and I am now getting strep. This would be the THIRD time this year. That's terrible.

It looks like I'll be hibernating this weekend. Bring out Grey's Anatomy Season 6 again. (Like).

Dislike. Dislike. Dislike. Dislike. Dislike. Dislike.

Seriously?

I just added my little growing jelly beans countdown widget to my blog, and I had to look twice when it still says I have 101 days to go. Seriously? Then I started to count out days, and weeks, and months on my fingers, and guess what- that little widget guy is like 100% accurate. Bleh!

I've had like an uber easy pregnancy, but being preggers wears you out, and your body aches in ways you've never known before. Don't get me wrong, it's like one of the greatest experiences in the whole universe, but I am starting to feel the wear of it taking so long to cook this little girl to perfection.

I just have to keep telling myself "Time will fly when she gets here, just enjoy this." (Okay, really that is what Bryan tells me all the time because he's so wonderful). But really, I just want her to be here already. I can't wait to love on her, and kiss her cheeks every 5 seconds, and even change her dirty diaper.

For the time being though, I suppose I'll just have to keep experiencing aches and pains, and count down the 101 (supposed) days we have left until we meet her. Looks like I'll be needing more ice, heating pad time, and sleep.

Day 2, fun filled nights, and weekend plans

Day #2: My blog name pretty much explains itself, but I chose it because I am so excited to be starting this new “chapter” with the love of my life and our baby girl in February. To me, life is like a book. At certain points in your life you start new chapters. The beginning of my personal story obviously started with my immediate family, and now I’m to the point where I’m about to start my own family, so we’re starting to write our own story. I know things aren’t going to go perfectly, but what ever does? How else would we learn or grow if we didn’t make a mistake every once in a while. Our story might not always be the most exciting, but we love each other and I know that I can’t wait for it to begin!

On a side note- we’re headed to St. George this weekend for one last softball tournament! Bryan loves to play, and his team took first place last week in a local tourney here and they won lots of cool gear. (He got a bat that he would most likely sleep with if I’d let him). The kid loves baseball and softball. So I’ll definitely be sure to take lots of pics (I promise him 500, but that may have been pushing it) and then we’ll have some cute stuff to upload when we get home.

Last night was our monthly trip to HCT (Hale Center Theater) and we saw the Drowsy Chaperone. It was pretty funny. My favorite show is still The Nerd that they performed a couple of years ago, but I was laughing pretty hard last night. My favorite part of the night went like this:
Actor: “Oh no, maybe we should just start all over from the beginning.” (This was as the play was almost ending.
My Dad: Sits straight up in his seat and whispers “NO!” to me. Poor guy had a hard time staying awake. Both of us work the early shift so I feel his pain. What a good sport he is to indulge our love of theater.

Anyways, I’m uber excited for this weekend and can’t wait to have some getaway time. Keep your fingers crossed that it's warm, and that they win again. (They will!)

Copy Cats

Fellow bloggies-

Let's face it- we're good at copying ideas from other blogs. It's like an unwritten rule of blogging. Lately I've come across this blog that really touched my heart, and I'll admit I've stolen a couple of ideas from her blog. It's a 30 day challenge, and I think it sounds awesome! So this is how you play (if of course you want to be apart of it- you know you do):

Day 01 - A recent picture of you and 15 interesting facts about yourself
Day 02 - The meaning behind your Blog name
Day 03 - A picture of you and your friends
Day 04 - A habit that you wish you didn’t have
Day 05 - A picture of somewhere you’ve been to
Day 06 - Favorite super hero and why
Day 07 - A picture of someone/something that has the biggest impact on you
Day 08 - Short term goals for this month and why
Day 09 - Something you’re proud of in the past few days
Day 10 - Songs you listen to when you are Happy, Sad, Bored, Hyped, Mad
Day 11 - Another picture of you and your friends
Day 12 - How you found out about blogs and why you made one
Day 13 - A letter to someone who has hurt you recently
Day 14 - A picture of you and your family
Day 15 - Put your iPod on shuffle: First 10 songs that play
Day 16 - Another picture of yourself
Day 17 - Someone you would want to switch lives with for one day and why
Day 18 - Plans/dreams/goals you have
Day 19 - Nicknames you have; why do you have them
Day 20 - Someone you see yourself marrying/being with in the future
Day 21 - A picture of something that makes you happy
Day 22 - What makes you different from everyone else
Day 23 - Something you crave for a lot
Day 24 - A letter to your parents
Day 25 - What I would find in your bag
Day 26 - What you think about your friends
Day 27 - Why are you doing this 30 day challenge
Day 28 - A picture of you last year and now, how have you changed since then?
Day 29 - In this past month, what have you learned
Day 30 - Who are you?

It sounds like fun, and it's uber easy to do! Either answer the questions, or post a picture!


Here's my answers to the 1st days challenge, and I'll be posting a picture shortly. Promise!


I associate numbers with things. Like the volume on the TV has to be a certain amount, or the time I log out for lunch has to be right on a multiple of 5. There is no rhyme or reason to it; it just has to satisfy my brain otherwise I will freak out. I’m weird, I already know that.

I hate talking on the phone. I use it as a last resort. I do work on the phones all day long, so I’m sick of it by the time I get home. I will most likely just ignore your phone call unless I know you’re calling me for something important. Sorry! My voicemail should just say text me if you need to get a hold of me. Is that bad?

I don’t like committing to things because most times I will likely not show up, although it certainly is not intentional. So it’s better to keep my schedule opened up, and if I happen to make it then it’s a good day.

I hate writing in pencil because I always get smudge marks on my pinky.

I call my babes “buddies” his boyfriends. Girls have girlfriends, why can’t boys have boyfriends? It drives him crazy.

I have a hard time letting go.

I don’t like talking about my feelings, and I usually keep my emotions bottled up. Luckily I have the best sweetie in the world who makes me talk. It’s good for my sanity.

I used to watch scary movies all the time that would give me nightmares for weeks on end even though I knew I’d always get scared. I refuse to go in haunted houses after a bad experience, and I’m most likely still scared of the dark.

I drink way too much Diet Coke and not enough water.

I really am not crafty in any way, shape or form. I can’t even draw stick figures successfully. Fail.

I used to have a problem putting others feelings and wants before my own and got hurt too many times. Not anymore.

Most people don’t know that I had eating disorders for 4 years that drastically changed my life and views of the world after I got better. It’s a serious problem that is overlooked and I’d love to be an advocate for people struggling with the disease.

I always like to have the last word. Always.

I do move past and get over things easily. I don’t believe in holding grudges. But I’m also no fool. If things keep happening I will just forgive you and then forget you.

Family is the most important thing to me- and I have the greatest one ever. Thanks to each and every one of you for the loads of support, and answers to silly questions I have, and the unconditional love you show me.

The Beginning

Jelly Bean-


You are the reason for starting this blog. I want to write letters to you, and share my biggest fears, secrets, passions, etc with you. I want to document every moment with you. Whether it's a funny story, or a picture of you; I want it all to be saved somewhere so that someday you can read this. And you can learn about me and dad.


We're excited to meet you, but we're also very nervous. Dad especially. Everytime I tell him how much closer it is to you being here with us, he almost has a panic attack. But he'll be the BEST dad ever. You'll go to baseball games with him, and he'll teach you how to throw, and he'll support you in anything you choose to do. And I can't wait to smell you, because you'll always smell fabulous. And I keep telling everyone that you're going to be a fashionista because we are getting the cutest clothes for you. Also, I've given you permission to be a little bit of a diva, but we'll see how long that lasts.


I know that it's not your fault, but you've made it so that I'm pretty emotional lately. Especially the past few months. But it is so worth it. This has all been worth it. We get to feel you kick, and I know that you kick more when my belly is covered up either by a blanket or you're under my desk at work. You like being warm, and you like being in the dark. You always kick harder on the side I'm laying on when we climb into bed. I know we haven't even met yet, but I know that you're perfect.


This is going to be a real journey, and a test, as dad and I learn how to raise you. At times it will be hard, and other times we'll feel like we're on top of the world! But in the end, all that matters is that we have each other and that's all we need.


Love,


Mommy