Something new I'm going to try. Read this post from one of my favorite blogs, which I've mentioned before, www.newlyb.blogspot.com and just had to copy!
1. What do you order at Starbucks?
Believe it or not, this chick has never even been inside a Starbucks! I have never even had a cup of coffee in my life! The collective *Gasp* I can hear is deafening!
2. Where is your favourite place to eat breakfast?
Well, I love to cook breakfast for Hubby and Rockstar Daughter, so I'm gonna go with my dining room....ESPECIALLY when Hubby makes his world famous scrambled eggs!!
3. Are you on Twitter? Why or why not?
Nope, no real reason! Facebook seems to take up so much more of my time than it should so that makes me kind of scared to try another social networking site.
4. What is your favourite Christmas movie?
Christmas Vacation - Hands down. I watch it every year and this year I was able to PVR it, so I've already laughed at Clark twice so far! Funny TRUE story: I just got completely distracted after writing that last sentence because I decided to google memorable quotes from that movie and forgot I what I was doing. See, that's how much I love this movie.
5. Are you a good gift giver?
I really try! I love seeing people's reaction after opening something that I have taken the time and energy to pick out for them. Something very gratifying.
6. Do you like your handwriting? Bonus points for posting a picture.
Sure.
7. Is your signature legible? Bonus points for posting a picture.
Yep, always
8. Have you ever been to New York during Christmas season?
It's for sure on my Bucket List
9. Are there any items that you are completely brand loyal?
Definitely. Nothing but the "real" ketchup....Heinz.
10. Who is your favourite public speaker?
I had a phenomenal Communications professor is University who left his mark with me. So, him.
Join in!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Monday, December 20, 2010
2 Years Ago Today
At this exact time, 2 years ago, Hubby and I were preparing for one of the biggest events in our lives. Our wedding! Our short but sweet ceremony was held at 7 pm on a cold day with just the right amount of snow on the ground. I believe that by this time I was at my ma and pa's all ready with my hair and makeup done, waiting to put my dress on because the photographer was going to be arriving at 5:30 to take pictures after taking pictures of the men over at our house where Mark and his groomsmen were getting ready. From what I hear, my poor hubby-to-be was quite the sight. Pacing the floors nervously. Not bad nervous.....good nervous, of course! I was calm as a cucumber actually. Not too much can get this chick out of gear anyways, but I'm stil proud of how laid back I "tried" to stay all day. It was a longgggg day.
The evening was perfect, everything we hoped for and more. It was our favorite time of year and all our family and friends were there. What more could a girl ask for?
Much love to my wonderful Hubby!
Cheers
XO
The evening was perfect, everything we hoped for and more. It was our favorite time of year and all our family and friends were there. What more could a girl ask for?
Much love to my wonderful Hubby!
Cheers
XO
Monday, December 13, 2010
Bedtime Breakdowns
New Baby Girl isn't the best sleeper in the world. Not even close. We have it pretty good though because once she does go to bed for the night, she sleeps 6 hours, which is lovely. It's just getting her in the crib that is the difficult part. I'm a rocker. Love my rocking chair. Love to rock babies. Especially mine. Rockstar Daughter was rocked all the time, and sometimes I still get the urge to grab her and make her sit on my lap and snuggle her like a baby while rocking, but thankfully, I have some self control.
Whats the problem with rocking? Well, everyone's opinion is different, but it does make bedtime a little more difficult.
So hubby and I decided we would try some methods from the "No-Cry Sleep Solution" book that we researched plus dozens of websites with loads of advice. We decided that we would put New Baby Girl in her crib semi-awake after being fed, changed and burped. If she would get upset we would take turns going in to the room to soothe her from beside her crib. Although some websites say not to pick them up to soothe them, I did. Ooops. (and to be honest, I'm pretty sure that Hubby did to, because he is an even bigger softie than I am!) Sorry, just can't stand there trying to calm down my girl who is so very upset by a simple "shush" or tummy rub. When I say upset, I'm not talking whimpers or moans, I'm talking freaking-the-he**-out. After not much success the first night we decided to would stay strong and keep working at it no matter what. So, the next night we mentally prepared ourselves for another long, tiring night filled with cries and guilt. About an hour into us going in to try to soothe her every couple minutes we both looked at each other and said at the same time that neither one of us were feeling good about this. We took her out of her crib straight away and began soothing her in another way. Lots of kisses and apologies. She was instantly happy, showing us her beautiful gummy smile and rewarding us with cuddles and after she had a little snack and was rocked for a few minutes, fell into a deep sleep in my arms where she remained until I gently laid her in her bed. She had a wonderful sleep and so did we, knowing she fell asleep feeling happy, loved and confident her mommmy and daddy were there for her.
I woke up feeling great instead of guilty. We decided that if she needs to be rocked to fall to sleep, that's what we are going to do. So what if we don't get 12 hours a night, we have our whole lives to sleep like that. For now, we want to enjoy her baby-ness. It's a small sacrifice but that's OK.
Not all babies respond to sleep schedules the same way. What works for one family, may not work for ours, and we finally understand that. We cannot compare our baby with others who have totally different sleep habits. It's hard to come to that conclusion we are led to believe that babies are supposed to sleep through starting at a few months. But, they are still babies!! If you are lucky enough to have a baby who sleeps more than 5 hours, thats perfect! But not all are capable of that.
I give major props to all you moms and dads out there that were able to make this method work for you. It's hard work, takes a lot of dedication and self control.
The way I'm now looking at it is like this:
The same way that some moms and dads are rewarded with their baby having a wonderful sleep pattern, we are being rewarded with the feeling that knowing we are doing our best to make Baby Girl feel happy and content. If that means more time in the rocking chair and less in my bed, so be it!
Whats the problem with rocking? Well, everyone's opinion is different, but it does make bedtime a little more difficult.
So hubby and I decided we would try some methods from the "No-Cry Sleep Solution" book that we researched plus dozens of websites with loads of advice. We decided that we would put New Baby Girl in her crib semi-awake after being fed, changed and burped. If she would get upset we would take turns going in to the room to soothe her from beside her crib. Although some websites say not to pick them up to soothe them, I did. Ooops. (and to be honest, I'm pretty sure that Hubby did to, because he is an even bigger softie than I am!) Sorry, just can't stand there trying to calm down my girl who is so very upset by a simple "shush" or tummy rub. When I say upset, I'm not talking whimpers or moans, I'm talking freaking-the-he**-out. After not much success the first night we decided to would stay strong and keep working at it no matter what. So, the next night we mentally prepared ourselves for another long, tiring night filled with cries and guilt. About an hour into us going in to try to soothe her every couple minutes we both looked at each other and said at the same time that neither one of us were feeling good about this. We took her out of her crib straight away and began soothing her in another way. Lots of kisses and apologies. She was instantly happy, showing us her beautiful gummy smile and rewarding us with cuddles and after she had a little snack and was rocked for a few minutes, fell into a deep sleep in my arms where she remained until I gently laid her in her bed. She had a wonderful sleep and so did we, knowing she fell asleep feeling happy, loved and confident her mommmy and daddy were there for her.
I woke up feeling great instead of guilty. We decided that if she needs to be rocked to fall to sleep, that's what we are going to do. So what if we don't get 12 hours a night, we have our whole lives to sleep like that. For now, we want to enjoy her baby-ness. It's a small sacrifice but that's OK.
Not all babies respond to sleep schedules the same way. What works for one family, may not work for ours, and we finally understand that. We cannot compare our baby with others who have totally different sleep habits. It's hard to come to that conclusion we are led to believe that babies are supposed to sleep through starting at a few months. But, they are still babies!! If you are lucky enough to have a baby who sleeps more than 5 hours, thats perfect! But not all are capable of that.
I give major props to all you moms and dads out there that were able to make this method work for you. It's hard work, takes a lot of dedication and self control.
The way I'm now looking at it is like this:
The same way that some moms and dads are rewarded with their baby having a wonderful sleep pattern, we are being rewarded with the feeling that knowing we are doing our best to make Baby Girl feel happy and content. If that means more time in the rocking chair and less in my bed, so be it!
Monday, November 29, 2010
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
I cannot believe that I have yet to mention in my previous posts how much I love all things Christmas! I love decorations. Christmas trees. Giving presents. Getting presents :P. All the yummy treats. Family visits. Turkey dinner. Busy shopping malls. The only thing I do not like is the dreaded wrapping. I despise it. Nothing gets me in a more bah humbug mood then seeing the mountain of gifts I have to wrap. I'm not good at it. They always come out looking like a toddler did it. So, I either always put the gifts in pretty bags or pay Rockstar Daughter a small fee for each present she wraps. In the past, I've gotten away with paying her a quarter for each gift, but I'm thinking this year she is going to take me for everything I have. She is quite the little negotiator.
When I was little Christmas was always such a fun time. My mom, dad, sister and I would go visiting family and then cap the night off with dancing and loud music. We had so much fun. To be honest, most of my Christmas memories do not revolve around gifts or parties, but always involve those fun nights spent with our little family in the living room of our house, watching Christmas specials on TV, making home movies, laughing about inside jokes, dancing in the middle of the room, looking out the window at all the lights on our neighbours homes, and just the general silliness that still to this day exists between us all, which now includes our hubbies and children.
These memories are the types that I want my girls to remember years from now, not who got what under the tree. I hope they look back at the past the way that I do and are lucky enough to be able to say that all the memories are happy, joyful ones, no matter how simple. The simplest things in life are most likely to be worth the most.
Cheers to the beginning of another wonderful Christmas Season
XO
When I was little Christmas was always such a fun time. My mom, dad, sister and I would go visiting family and then cap the night off with dancing and loud music. We had so much fun. To be honest, most of my Christmas memories do not revolve around gifts or parties, but always involve those fun nights spent with our little family in the living room of our house, watching Christmas specials on TV, making home movies, laughing about inside jokes, dancing in the middle of the room, looking out the window at all the lights on our neighbours homes, and just the general silliness that still to this day exists between us all, which now includes our hubbies and children.
These memories are the types that I want my girls to remember years from now, not who got what under the tree. I hope they look back at the past the way that I do and are lucky enough to be able to say that all the memories are happy, joyful ones, no matter how simple. The simplest things in life are most likely to be worth the most.
Cheers to the beginning of another wonderful Christmas Season
XO
Monday, November 15, 2010
Labour of Love
"How was it?"
"Did you have medication?"
"How long?"
"Was it really painful?"
"What does it feel like?"
Just some of the questions that I have been asked since giving birth to our Angel 6 weeks ago. 6 weeks. Crazy.
So, I was thinking, why not just blog about my labour experience this time around? Everyone (mostly women) like to hear about other women's labours and compare them to their own, right?
I'll start from the beginning.
At about 10:30pm on Monday, October 4th, Hubby and I were laying in bed watching TV when I got a pain. Now, for the previous 4-5 weeks I was having Braxton Hicks Contractions, so it wasn't out of the ordinary, but let me tell you.....I can't believe I actually thought those measly little practice contractions were the real deal because man oh man did I know it was for real this time around! The pains started out at 1 hour apart, then progressed to 30 minutes, then 10 minutes and so on until 6 am when they were 5 minutes apart. We promptly called Ma H to get ready because we knew we would be picking her up to accompany us to the hospital and also my lovely Sissy who would come and be with Rockstar Daughter for the duration of my labour. At 7:30am we headed to the hospital.
I was placed on the monitors and had all my vitals checked. After about 2 hours of monitoring they told me to go walk around the hospital for an hour. So, that's exactly what we did. We walked (and stood still during my contractions which would cause me to brace myself against whatever was closest at the moment) and walked.
After returning back to the Labour and Delivery Unit we were monitored for another little bit and then we were told we should head home until the contractions became at the most 3 minutes apart or whenever I could no longer handle the pain. At this point I was only 2 cm dilated. We arrived at home close to 1 pm and after a warm bath and lots of contractions we finally headed back in at 4 pm. I was admitted right away.
From 4 pm on is mostly a blur of excitement in my mind. I quickly progressed to 7 cm and then it seemed like forever to get to 10 but we made it by 9 pm.
I opted to NOT receive an epidural even though I was told on more then one occasion that I would be crazy not to have one, and to be fair, I said the exact same thing to my own Sister as she came in to visit us directly after the birth. It was a personal choice. I was not trying to prove how tough I was (Although I think this should DEFINITELY squash anyone who has the opinion that I am in fact not tough! :P), I chose not to because it wasn't for me and to be honest, I still feel the same. There is something super unnatural to me about having half your body numb and paralyzed. BUT that is only my opinion and in no way do I look down on anyone who has chose the opposite!
I did have two shots of Fentanyl. It is a fast acting drug which is out of your system within 20 minutes. By the time I asked for any relief I was 8 cm and I believe in too much pain to actually feel the effects of the drug. I remember questioning the nurse, sure that she was putting me on, that nothing was injected into my I.V.
I was doing great with breathing through and concentrating on the outcome. I stress WAS. By the time I was 10 cm, I was in a very large amount of pain and begging them to let me push. The little monster on her way out was taking her sweet time though and I had to wait an excruciating 15 minutes AFTER I was fully dilated to push. Once I was ready to push it was very quick. Our Angel made it out in a whopping 6 minutes, which bet my time of 7 minutes of pushing with Rockstar Daughter. It happened so quick that the nurse had to yell to my Doctor to get in there because she was coming so quick.
After that it was a flurry of excitement which included the pain ending and someone telling me it was a girl! I was so happy! I cried and cried and cried. I really wanted another girl, although there was NO way I would have said that out loud while pregnant. Don't get my wrong, I would love a son just as much and I really think I would be a great mother to a little boy but I just had such a wonderful experience with my first daughter and she is still such a joy that was all I had to compare it to, so why wouldn't I want another girl?
Our Angel was perfect.
A few other things I would like to point out:
There is NO way that I could have managed as well as I did without my Hubby and my mom. He really gave me the strength to make it through all the contractions and the pushing. She was my rock and knew exactly what to do and what to say.
The nurses know what they are talking about. They are experts.
You can give birth 20 times and still be shocked at the overwhelming feeling of love once your baby is screaming for your attention.
She sure was worth it.
"Did you have medication?"
"How long?"
"Was it really painful?"
"What does it feel like?"
Just some of the questions that I have been asked since giving birth to our Angel 6 weeks ago. 6 weeks. Crazy.
So, I was thinking, why not just blog about my labour experience this time around? Everyone (mostly women) like to hear about other women's labours and compare them to their own, right?
I'll start from the beginning.
At about 10:30pm on Monday, October 4th, Hubby and I were laying in bed watching TV when I got a pain. Now, for the previous 4-5 weeks I was having Braxton Hicks Contractions, so it wasn't out of the ordinary, but let me tell you.....I can't believe I actually thought those measly little practice contractions were the real deal because man oh man did I know it was for real this time around! The pains started out at 1 hour apart, then progressed to 30 minutes, then 10 minutes and so on until 6 am when they were 5 minutes apart. We promptly called Ma H to get ready because we knew we would be picking her up to accompany us to the hospital and also my lovely Sissy who would come and be with Rockstar Daughter for the duration of my labour. At 7:30am we headed to the hospital.
I was placed on the monitors and had all my vitals checked. After about 2 hours of monitoring they told me to go walk around the hospital for an hour. So, that's exactly what we did. We walked (and stood still during my contractions which would cause me to brace myself against whatever was closest at the moment) and walked.
After returning back to the Labour and Delivery Unit we were monitored for another little bit and then we were told we should head home until the contractions became at the most 3 minutes apart or whenever I could no longer handle the pain. At this point I was only 2 cm dilated. We arrived at home close to 1 pm and after a warm bath and lots of contractions we finally headed back in at 4 pm. I was admitted right away.
From 4 pm on is mostly a blur of excitement in my mind. I quickly progressed to 7 cm and then it seemed like forever to get to 10 but we made it by 9 pm.
I opted to NOT receive an epidural even though I was told on more then one occasion that I would be crazy not to have one, and to be fair, I said the exact same thing to my own Sister as she came in to visit us directly after the birth. It was a personal choice. I was not trying to prove how tough I was (Although I think this should DEFINITELY squash anyone who has the opinion that I am in fact not tough! :P), I chose not to because it wasn't for me and to be honest, I still feel the same. There is something super unnatural to me about having half your body numb and paralyzed. BUT that is only my opinion and in no way do I look down on anyone who has chose the opposite!
I did have two shots of Fentanyl. It is a fast acting drug which is out of your system within 20 minutes. By the time I asked for any relief I was 8 cm and I believe in too much pain to actually feel the effects of the drug. I remember questioning the nurse, sure that she was putting me on, that nothing was injected into my I.V.
I was doing great with breathing through and concentrating on the outcome. I stress WAS. By the time I was 10 cm, I was in a very large amount of pain and begging them to let me push. The little monster on her way out was taking her sweet time though and I had to wait an excruciating 15 minutes AFTER I was fully dilated to push. Once I was ready to push it was very quick. Our Angel made it out in a whopping 6 minutes, which bet my time of 7 minutes of pushing with Rockstar Daughter. It happened so quick that the nurse had to yell to my Doctor to get in there because she was coming so quick.
After that it was a flurry of excitement which included the pain ending and someone telling me it was a girl! I was so happy! I cried and cried and cried. I really wanted another girl, although there was NO way I would have said that out loud while pregnant. Don't get my wrong, I would love a son just as much and I really think I would be a great mother to a little boy but I just had such a wonderful experience with my first daughter and she is still such a joy that was all I had to compare it to, so why wouldn't I want another girl?
Our Angel was perfect.
A few other things I would like to point out:
There is NO way that I could have managed as well as I did without my Hubby and my mom. He really gave me the strength to make it through all the contractions and the pushing. She was my rock and knew exactly what to do and what to say.
The nurses know what they are talking about. They are experts.
You can give birth 20 times and still be shocked at the overwhelming feeling of love once your baby is screaming for your attention.
She sure was worth it.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Ooooooo Babies I Love Your Way......
My one wish for everyone who I care about is for them to feel the kind of love I have for New Baby and Rockstar Daughter. It is something that only a mom can feel. The love I have for them would get me through anything that I otherwise wouldn't make it through. They are so special to me and I hope one day they have a daughter of their own so that they can understand it can't be put into words. I was pleasantly surpised to find myself and our older girl become closer and form a new bond. This new bond was brought on by our new little one. We are always comparing her to Rockstar Daughter when she was a little baby and having her finally be with us is bringing back so many memories I have of Rockstar Daughter way back then. I've been so lucky and blessed to be able to call these two beautiful girls mine.
XO
XO
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Baby Update
Time sure does fly when your having fun! It's hard to believe that our Angel is almost 3 weeks old already (18 days to be exact!). She has been a source of constant joy here in our Happy Little Home. Hubby and I are always reminding ourselves how lucky we are to have our two beauitful, healthy girls here with us. Rockstar Daughter has been my rock so far, and I know she will continue on doing what she is doing! She loves her little sister so very much, and it's already obvious how much her little sister loves her back! It makes my heart skip a beat when I think of them. You wouldn't believe how comfortable she is holding, changing, feeding, snuggling and talking to her baby sister. I'm so proud of her, I know that when I was an 11 year old girl, there was no way I would've been so confident around babies as she is. This trait will surely be a great asset to her later on in life. :)
As for our newest Angel, she has already surpassed her birth weight and is doing wonderful! She is already holding her head up by herself and really enjoys "Tummy Time", which was something I was not looking forward to myself. She is also doing marvelous with breastfeeding. I'm thankful I am able to provide this for her, because I know of more then a few friends who tried but for one reason or another could not continue. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones who could!
Even though this was my second pregnancy and second child, nothing can prepare you for the intense labour and delivery and also the pure joy and happiness you feel after. Nothing compares to giving birth and being a parent. Our little family feels so complete now. We are so blessed with our girls and each other.
:)
As for our newest Angel, she has already surpassed her birth weight and is doing wonderful! She is already holding her head up by herself and really enjoys "Tummy Time", which was something I was not looking forward to myself. She is also doing marvelous with breastfeeding. I'm thankful I am able to provide this for her, because I know of more then a few friends who tried but for one reason or another could not continue. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones who could!
Even though this was my second pregnancy and second child, nothing can prepare you for the intense labour and delivery and also the pure joy and happiness you feel after. Nothing compares to giving birth and being a parent. Our little family feels so complete now. We are so blessed with our girls and each other.
:)
Thursday, October 14, 2010
She Has Arrived......
I am so happy to finally say that our baby girl is here!
Our Angel was born on October 5th, at 9:16pm. She weighed in at 7lbs and 2 oz. She is absolutely beautiful and perfect and we all are so happy. Our little family is complete.
The labour was long, but tolerable, well, up until the very end ;)
I managed with very minimal intervention, which is something that I really wanted to accomplish. She came out screaming, and has a clean bill of health!
Thank you to everyone for all your love and support!
Keep checking back for more updates about our Happy Little Family :)
XO
Our Angel was born on October 5th, at 9:16pm. She weighed in at 7lbs and 2 oz. She is absolutely beautiful and perfect and we all are so happy. Our little family is complete.
The labour was long, but tolerable, well, up until the very end ;)
I managed with very minimal intervention, which is something that I really wanted to accomplish. She came out screaming, and has a clean bill of health!
Thank you to everyone for all your love and support!
Keep checking back for more updates about our Happy Little Family :)
XO
Friday, October 1, 2010
"Patience is bitter, but it's fruit is sweet"
How true!
I've never been a patient person, even at my best. When I get something in my head, I want it done yesterday. Every time I start a sentence with "I have a good idea...." I automatically see Hubby's eyes gloss over and his shoulders slump, while I'm sure, thinking to himself...."now what is she going to have me do!" :)
I can't help it, I just don't like waiting! So, while these last nine months have been blissful for all the right reasons, they have also been LONG and tedious because I want to meet, hold, kiss, cuddle, take pictures of, spoil, talk to face to face, decide who she/he looks like, introduce, and most importantly love this little baby in person.
I am currently 6 days overdue as of today, and we have an induction date set for October 7th just in case, although Dr. M thinks he will see us in the hospital over the weekend (fingers crossed)! Everything is ready for little Gummy Bear here at home, all we have to do it wait. That awful "W" word again......yuck.
I would love to have the baby any time now, I mean, ANYTIME, but if we had him/her tomorrow it would be very special because Gummy would share a birthday with one of the most beautiful little girls in the world. She will be a year old tomorrow! Said baby girl "M" will be Gummy's cousin, 3rd to be exact, and she is very special to all of us. We are very much looking forward to Gummy having a cousin close to her age to play with and grow up with, get in trouble alongside, having sleepovers, and just generally becoming good friends. Family is so important, and we know Baby Girl M will continue to be an integral part of all of our lives, especially Gummy's.
Happy Birthday Baby Girl M - We love you!
So, that's all she wrote, we will continue to wait, and plan, and wait, and talk about him/her, and wait, and be excited, and wait for this already loved little one.
Thank you all for all the love and well wishes, we appreciate each and every phone call, email and good thought you send our way and feel very fortunate to be surrounded by all this positivity.
XO
I've never been a patient person, even at my best. When I get something in my head, I want it done yesterday. Every time I start a sentence with "I have a good idea...." I automatically see Hubby's eyes gloss over and his shoulders slump, while I'm sure, thinking to himself...."now what is she going to have me do!" :)
I can't help it, I just don't like waiting! So, while these last nine months have been blissful for all the right reasons, they have also been LONG and tedious because I want to meet, hold, kiss, cuddle, take pictures of, spoil, talk to face to face, decide who she/he looks like, introduce, and most importantly love this little baby in person.
I am currently 6 days overdue as of today, and we have an induction date set for October 7th just in case, although Dr. M thinks he will see us in the hospital over the weekend (fingers crossed)! Everything is ready for little Gummy Bear here at home, all we have to do it wait. That awful "W" word again......yuck.
I would love to have the baby any time now, I mean, ANYTIME, but if we had him/her tomorrow it would be very special because Gummy would share a birthday with one of the most beautiful little girls in the world. She will be a year old tomorrow! Said baby girl "M" will be Gummy's cousin, 3rd to be exact, and she is very special to all of us. We are very much looking forward to Gummy having a cousin close to her age to play with and grow up with, get in trouble alongside, having sleepovers, and just generally becoming good friends. Family is so important, and we know Baby Girl M will continue to be an integral part of all of our lives, especially Gummy's.
Happy Birthday Baby Girl M - We love you!
So, that's all she wrote, we will continue to wait, and plan, and wait, and talk about him/her, and wait, and be excited, and wait for this already loved little one.
Thank you all for all the love and well wishes, we appreciate each and every phone call, email and good thought you send our way and feel very fortunate to be surrounded by all this positivity.
XO
Friday, September 17, 2010
39 Weeks (Almost)
How far along? 38 Weeks and 6 days
How big is baby?: Between 6-8 pounds and 19-20 inches long! Gummy is pretty much at his/her birth size!
Maternity clothes?: Well, seeing as how I spent the majority of the pregnancy decked out in summer clothes, skirts, shorts etc, I actually had to buy a pair of pants yesterday! Killed me to spend money so close to the big day, but they were needed!
Stretch marks?: Nope
Sleep?: The last three nights I have had pretty good sleeps, but up until then, it hasn't been fun. I just feel so big and uncomfortable while laying down in bed because I always slept on my belly. Can't do that anymore, duh, and I'm still not used to laying on my side!
Best moment this week?: Finding out Gummy is no longer a breech baby!!! YAY! He/she just took their time getting into position, that's all!
Food cravings: The only real "craving" I have is ice cubes. Lots and lots of ice cubes! I go through many cups of ice a day! I love the crunch.
Gender: Still waiting to find out if Gummy is a boy or girl!!!
Belly button in or out?: In
Movement?: Oh yes, this baby is very active, although the last few days he/she has been slowing down a tad. Up until the baby turned, the movement was becoming painful, but now I can enjoy it again, nothing painful about it.
What I miss?: Sleeping on my belly.
What I'm looking forward to: Getting some pre-natal pictures taken with Hubby and Rockstar Daughter this weekend by my super talented photography wiz of a sister!
Milestones: Only a week left!
How big is baby?: Between 6-8 pounds and 19-20 inches long! Gummy is pretty much at his/her birth size!
Maternity clothes?: Well, seeing as how I spent the majority of the pregnancy decked out in summer clothes, skirts, shorts etc, I actually had to buy a pair of pants yesterday! Killed me to spend money so close to the big day, but they were needed!
Stretch marks?: Nope
Sleep?: The last three nights I have had pretty good sleeps, but up until then, it hasn't been fun. I just feel so big and uncomfortable while laying down in bed because I always slept on my belly. Can't do that anymore, duh, and I'm still not used to laying on my side!
Best moment this week?: Finding out Gummy is no longer a breech baby!!! YAY! He/she just took their time getting into position, that's all!
Food cravings: The only real "craving" I have is ice cubes. Lots and lots of ice cubes! I go through many cups of ice a day! I love the crunch.
Gender: Still waiting to find out if Gummy is a boy or girl!!!
Belly button in or out?: In
Movement?: Oh yes, this baby is very active, although the last few days he/she has been slowing down a tad. Up until the baby turned, the movement was becoming painful, but now I can enjoy it again, nothing painful about it.
What I miss?: Sleeping on my belly.
What I'm looking forward to: Getting some pre-natal pictures taken with Hubby and Rockstar Daughter this weekend by my super talented photography wiz of a sister!
Milestones: Only a week left!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Impatient Mamabear
Alright, I'm ready. We have everything we need, diapers, clothes, wipes, blankets, car seat, stroller and lots of gift cards to get some gender specific items for when Gummy gets here. We are good to go! Why won't Gummy Bear just come out already?
I know, I have about two and a half weeks left, but I feel like he/she could arrive tonight and everything would work out perfectly!
I had a Doctors appointment Tuesday morning, and although everything was wonderful, Dr. M told me he thinks Baby is still breech. I'm waiting for an appointment for an ultrasound to find out for sure...but I still feel ready. I've been having 2 to 3 regular contractions a day for about a week and half, and on top of those lovely little twinges, my back and hips have been very sore as well! Feels like I can't get comfortable, no matter how hard I try! C'mon Baby, come meet us all!
Don't get me wrong, I'm very happy that the pregnancy is still going so smoothly, but to be frank...the novelty of being a preggo has worn off! I miss being able to turn around in bed without the help of Hubby. (You know, the whole 10 point turn you need to do to get yourself situated, until 5 minutes later when you have to pee, so you do it all over again!)
I gained 2 pounds as well, and let me tell you....it feels like I gained about 20! Man oh man, you talk about waddling? Yea, picture a 5 foot penguin walking around....that's me.
I had planned on going back to work up until Gummy arrives, but have since changed my mind, much to Hubby's delight, that I should be home, resting, waiting and preparing for the little one. Every little thing takes so much out of me now that I woudn't be of much use to anyone anyways, so the decision to stay home is the right one for me at the moment.
On a positive note, Gummy is a little acrobat down there! He/she sure is making their presence known, that's for sure. It's always so amazing to feel and see all the movement going on in the belly. I feel like he/she is ready to come out to, but can't find the way just yet. I just can't wait to meet my newest baby. It's hard to believe how much you can love someone that you haven't even met.
Hubby thinks Gummy will be here within 10 days.....here's hopin!
C'mon Baby, Mama can't wait to see you!
I know, I have about two and a half weeks left, but I feel like he/she could arrive tonight and everything would work out perfectly!
I had a Doctors appointment Tuesday morning, and although everything was wonderful, Dr. M told me he thinks Baby is still breech. I'm waiting for an appointment for an ultrasound to find out for sure...but I still feel ready. I've been having 2 to 3 regular contractions a day for about a week and half, and on top of those lovely little twinges, my back and hips have been very sore as well! Feels like I can't get comfortable, no matter how hard I try! C'mon Baby, come meet us all!
Don't get me wrong, I'm very happy that the pregnancy is still going so smoothly, but to be frank...the novelty of being a preggo has worn off! I miss being able to turn around in bed without the help of Hubby. (You know, the whole 10 point turn you need to do to get yourself situated, until 5 minutes later when you have to pee, so you do it all over again!)
I gained 2 pounds as well, and let me tell you....it feels like I gained about 20! Man oh man, you talk about waddling? Yea, picture a 5 foot penguin walking around....that's me.
I had planned on going back to work up until Gummy arrives, but have since changed my mind, much to Hubby's delight, that I should be home, resting, waiting and preparing for the little one. Every little thing takes so much out of me now that I woudn't be of much use to anyone anyways, so the decision to stay home is the right one for me at the moment.
On a positive note, Gummy is a little acrobat down there! He/she sure is making their presence known, that's for sure. It's always so amazing to feel and see all the movement going on in the belly. I feel like he/she is ready to come out to, but can't find the way just yet. I just can't wait to meet my newest baby. It's hard to believe how much you can love someone that you haven't even met.
Hubby thinks Gummy will be here within 10 days.....here's hopin!
C'mon Baby, Mama can't wait to see you!
Saturday, September 4, 2010
SURPRISE!
I know I have mentioned my friends in previous posts, but this one should paint a pretty good picture about how special they all are.
I have to begin the story with revisiting the BBQ Baby Shower when I first began to get little tinges in my belly that felt, well, a lot like contractions. I was experiencing these lovely little suckers off and on all day and well into the evening. I didn't tell anyone because I knew they were Braxton Hicks contractions. I knew this because they were very sporadic, sometimes with 45 minutes to 1 hour between them and would only last about 20-30 seconds at the longest. So, after telling my hubby when everyone was gone for the night we had come to the conclusion that we were not going to be able to make a scheduled trip out of town the next weekend (Labour Day, ironically haha). This doesn't sound all that upsetting, but let me tell you the reason for the trip was to be able to see some of my bestest best friends in the world. We were all meeting half way between Halifax and Cape Breton in Antigonish. Three of us travelling from the Cape and two from Hali. So now you can imagine how absolutely crushed I was. I cried, and sooked and felt sorry for myself. My friends all understood of course, they knew I was concerned about going into labour early, away from home, and they all agreed with us, better safe then sorry.
Well, Thursday night started out like any other. Hubby got home from work, he and I and Rockstar Daughter were lounging in the living room, watching TV and talking about the day's activities when I heard a car door slam. Not thinking much of it, I just waited to see who it was, minding my own business. Little did I know that the sneaky BFF, who travelled all day from Halifax to see me was slowly walking up my front steps! When I finally went to the door I couldn't believe it! She has been living in Red Deer, Alberta for quite a few years now and we only get to see each other once a year, if we are lucky. I was shocked! Totally floored, I still can't believe that I am fortunate enough to have a Bestie like her who would take all that precious time out of her tightly packed trip East to drive to our Happy Little Home just to see me!! I cry just thinking about it.
After introductions were made between Hubby and I and her Boyfriend who we had yet to meet up until then (Unless creeping on Facebook actually counts as "meeting" someone) we all sat down and took a load off. I'm sure I must looked like a wiener with my huge silly grin, that I have yet to lose but I just couldn't help it!
Turns out Hubby, Ma and Pa H, Sissy, and other Bestie's K and N were in on it to! Moments after welcoming Bestie A and her man I was told everyone was coming over for a little party complete with BBQ and Big Brother!
The only thing missing was Bestie AP who was stuck in Hali due to her job at one of the busiest hotels in downtown :(
Thank you all for the surprise! I usually don't like to be taken off guard, but since it was so fun and sweet, I already forgave them all :)
Oh, but it gets better! Bestie A, then proceeds to show me her ring finger on her left hand very slyly....yep, that's right! On the long drive to the Cape, her lovely man asked her to marry him! Awwww! The ring is BEE-U-TEE-FUL. They are a wonderful couple, very happy and cute, and we are so happy for them! Congrats my lovelies, we cannot wait for the big day.
Ok, as if that wasn't enough to send this already-contracting preggo into an excitement-induced labour Bestie A then asks me to be her Maid of Honour! Wow! I'm so excited!! Of course I said yes and Hubby and I have already started transferring money into our savings account for the big trip to Alberta next year! Thank you for asking me to be a part of your day. I love you, A!
So that means, around this time next year, Red Deer will be a dangerous place considering that myself and 3 of the other bridesmaids will be travelling there from Cape Breton! Woo hoo! How exciting!
Hope you enjoyed reading about my little surprise as much as I liked living it. These girls are some of the most amazing people in the world....and Mamabear is the one who calls them all her best friends? What did I do to become this lucky?
*Please try not to notice all the times I used the word "Bestie" in this post (there are at least 6), I just don't have a better word to describe these ladies.
XOXOXO
I have to begin the story with revisiting the BBQ Baby Shower when I first began to get little tinges in my belly that felt, well, a lot like contractions. I was experiencing these lovely little suckers off and on all day and well into the evening. I didn't tell anyone because I knew they were Braxton Hicks contractions. I knew this because they were very sporadic, sometimes with 45 minutes to 1 hour between them and would only last about 20-30 seconds at the longest. So, after telling my hubby when everyone was gone for the night we had come to the conclusion that we were not going to be able to make a scheduled trip out of town the next weekend (Labour Day, ironically haha). This doesn't sound all that upsetting, but let me tell you the reason for the trip was to be able to see some of my bestest best friends in the world. We were all meeting half way between Halifax and Cape Breton in Antigonish. Three of us travelling from the Cape and two from Hali. So now you can imagine how absolutely crushed I was. I cried, and sooked and felt sorry for myself. My friends all understood of course, they knew I was concerned about going into labour early, away from home, and they all agreed with us, better safe then sorry.
Well, Thursday night started out like any other. Hubby got home from work, he and I and Rockstar Daughter were lounging in the living room, watching TV and talking about the day's activities when I heard a car door slam. Not thinking much of it, I just waited to see who it was, minding my own business. Little did I know that the sneaky BFF, who travelled all day from Halifax to see me was slowly walking up my front steps! When I finally went to the door I couldn't believe it! She has been living in Red Deer, Alberta for quite a few years now and we only get to see each other once a year, if we are lucky. I was shocked! Totally floored, I still can't believe that I am fortunate enough to have a Bestie like her who would take all that precious time out of her tightly packed trip East to drive to our Happy Little Home just to see me!! I cry just thinking about it.
After introductions were made between Hubby and I and her Boyfriend who we had yet to meet up until then (Unless creeping on Facebook actually counts as "meeting" someone) we all sat down and took a load off. I'm sure I must looked like a wiener with my huge silly grin, that I have yet to lose but I just couldn't help it!
Turns out Hubby, Ma and Pa H, Sissy, and other Bestie's K and N were in on it to! Moments after welcoming Bestie A and her man I was told everyone was coming over for a little party complete with BBQ and Big Brother!
The only thing missing was Bestie AP who was stuck in Hali due to her job at one of the busiest hotels in downtown :(
Thank you all for the surprise! I usually don't like to be taken off guard, but since it was so fun and sweet, I already forgave them all :)
Oh, but it gets better! Bestie A, then proceeds to show me her ring finger on her left hand very slyly....yep, that's right! On the long drive to the Cape, her lovely man asked her to marry him! Awwww! The ring is BEE-U-TEE-FUL. They are a wonderful couple, very happy and cute, and we are so happy for them! Congrats my lovelies, we cannot wait for the big day.
Ok, as if that wasn't enough to send this already-contracting preggo into an excitement-induced labour Bestie A then asks me to be her Maid of Honour! Wow! I'm so excited!! Of course I said yes and Hubby and I have already started transferring money into our savings account for the big trip to Alberta next year! Thank you for asking me to be a part of your day. I love you, A!
So that means, around this time next year, Red Deer will be a dangerous place considering that myself and 3 of the other bridesmaids will be travelling there from Cape Breton! Woo hoo! How exciting!
Hope you enjoyed reading about my little surprise as much as I liked living it. These girls are some of the most amazing people in the world....and Mamabear is the one who calls them all her best friends? What did I do to become this lucky?
*Please try not to notice all the times I used the word "Bestie" in this post (there are at least 6), I just don't have a better word to describe these ladies.
XOXOXO
Earl Schmurl
Bring it on Earl!
We are ready here for you all nestled in our Happy Little Home, armed with treats, candles, and board games! Of course we took the regular precautions like taking down Rockstar Daughter's trampoline and filling the bathtub with water but I'm thinking that today will be more of a fun, family day then anything else. We are thinking of our family and friends on the Mainland because at the moment they are getting it much worse then we are here. Hubby has been up way too early too excited to sleep. He is like a big kid, really likes this.
All I know is, if he interrupts the New Kids on the Block Behind the Music Special one more time to check the Weather Network, he may be seeing the Hurricane a little closer then he was prepared for. :)
Enjoy the storm folks!
We are ready here for you all nestled in our Happy Little Home, armed with treats, candles, and board games! Of course we took the regular precautions like taking down Rockstar Daughter's trampoline and filling the bathtub with water but I'm thinking that today will be more of a fun, family day then anything else. We are thinking of our family and friends on the Mainland because at the moment they are getting it much worse then we are here. Hubby has been up way too early too excited to sleep. He is like a big kid, really likes this.
All I know is, if he interrupts the New Kids on the Block Behind the Music Special one more time to check the Weather Network, he may be seeing the Hurricane a little closer then he was prepared for. :)
Enjoy the storm folks!
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
One of Nature's Masterpieces
Family.
How can you even begin to try to explain the importance of your family. Nowadays, there are many versions, whether the main caregivers are a mom and dad, two moms, two dads, one mom or one dad, grandparents, aunts or uncles, foster moms and dads, it doesn't really matter. Everyone needs someone who they know is in their corner and have their back 100%. Everyone, young or old, needs someone who they can count on to stand up for them when they themselves want to give up or just turn a blind eye. I know I am one of the lucky ones. I am lucky to have lots of support, love and understanding from some very wonderful people out there that I call family.
Hopefully I am giving my Rockstar Daughter the same kind of support and love that I was fortunate enough to experience my entire life, and still do to this day. I know that if someone is mean to me, treats me unfairly, offends my character or even looks at me the wrong way my own Mamabear and Sissy will be there by my side, no questions asked. I know that because it has happened and I think it's safe to say that it will continue to happen because that's just life.
Hubby and I are very protective of each other. Sometimes, when I see people treat him unfairly it almost bothers me more then if it were happening to me. That's what family is all about.
Just feeling very emotional tonight....thanks Gummy Bear :).....and wanted to give shout outs to all of you who have had my back, stuck up for me, supported me, steered me in the right direction or let me make my own mistakes when I was headed in the wrong one. Trust me, I know how fortunate I am.
How can you even begin to try to explain the importance of your family. Nowadays, there are many versions, whether the main caregivers are a mom and dad, two moms, two dads, one mom or one dad, grandparents, aunts or uncles, foster moms and dads, it doesn't really matter. Everyone needs someone who they know is in their corner and have their back 100%. Everyone, young or old, needs someone who they can count on to stand up for them when they themselves want to give up or just turn a blind eye. I know I am one of the lucky ones. I am lucky to have lots of support, love and understanding from some very wonderful people out there that I call family.
Hopefully I am giving my Rockstar Daughter the same kind of support and love that I was fortunate enough to experience my entire life, and still do to this day. I know that if someone is mean to me, treats me unfairly, offends my character or even looks at me the wrong way my own Mamabear and Sissy will be there by my side, no questions asked. I know that because it has happened and I think it's safe to say that it will continue to happen because that's just life.
Hubby and I are very protective of each other. Sometimes, when I see people treat him unfairly it almost bothers me more then if it were happening to me. That's what family is all about.
Just feeling very emotional tonight....thanks Gummy Bear :).....and wanted to give shout outs to all of you who have had my back, stuck up for me, supported me, steered me in the right direction or let me make my own mistakes when I was headed in the wrong one. Trust me, I know how fortunate I am.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Baby BBQ Extravaganza!
Don't worry, we didn't actually BBQ babies. Hamburgers and hot dogs only. Hubby and I decided long ago that we wanted to have more of a party-like get together for family and friends instead of a "shower" because, we wanted to do something different and something that the women, men and children in our lives could all help us celebrate instead of just chicks....which is just as fun, but seeing as how this is our last baby, we figured why not do something else?
Everything worked out great! We had about 80 people here all day, dropping in over the course of 4 hours....kind of like an open house! It worked perfectly! There was even more family and friends we would have liked to invite, but we had to make a decision about where to draw the line. We went with first cousins and aunts and uncles. Now, most people would say, well, "DUH" who else is there?!? Lemme tell yah...I not only have 2nd and 3rd cousins, but I also am lucky enough to say I have 4th, 5th and 6th cousins as well as great aunts/uncles and great-great aunts/uncles....believe it or not, its the truth! So, hopefully nobody was offended and they all still love me! :)
We received such beautiful gifts, it still blows my mind! Just to name a few: Bassinet, car seat, stroller, flat screen monitor, diaper cake, bumbo chair with tray, baby gate, bathtub with all the accessories, tummy time mats, diaper bag, bibs, blankets, mobile, diapers, wipes, first aid kit, money and many gift cards!
We totally feel over joyed with all the wonderful gifts people bought for our new baby, all the support they have shown all three of us over the last 7 months, and all the love we feel everyday. Thanks to all of you, you know who you are!
Oh yea, and for the duration of yesterday/last night I experienced Braxton Hicks contractions. Wow. Can't believe I forgot what a contraction felt like. Now I'm shaking in my boots all over again.
All we need now is a baby. C'mon Gummy Bear....we all want to meet you!
:)
Everything worked out great! We had about 80 people here all day, dropping in over the course of 4 hours....kind of like an open house! It worked perfectly! There was even more family and friends we would have liked to invite, but we had to make a decision about where to draw the line. We went with first cousins and aunts and uncles. Now, most people would say, well, "DUH" who else is there?!? Lemme tell yah...I not only have 2nd and 3rd cousins, but I also am lucky enough to say I have 4th, 5th and 6th cousins as well as great aunts/uncles and great-great aunts/uncles....believe it or not, its the truth! So, hopefully nobody was offended and they all still love me! :)
We received such beautiful gifts, it still blows my mind! Just to name a few: Bassinet, car seat, stroller, flat screen monitor, diaper cake, bumbo chair with tray, baby gate, bathtub with all the accessories, tummy time mats, diaper bag, bibs, blankets, mobile, diapers, wipes, first aid kit, money and many gift cards!
We totally feel over joyed with all the wonderful gifts people bought for our new baby, all the support they have shown all three of us over the last 7 months, and all the love we feel everyday. Thanks to all of you, you know who you are!
Oh yea, and for the duration of yesterday/last night I experienced Braxton Hicks contractions. Wow. Can't believe I forgot what a contraction felt like. Now I'm shaking in my boots all over again.
All we need now is a baby. C'mon Gummy Bear....we all want to meet you!
:)
Monday, August 23, 2010
Life's a Breech
Gummy Bear and I had an appointment with Dr. M today. It went well, BP was great, urine test was fine, I'm up half a pound and no swelling and Baby's heart beat was 156 bpm. The only negative thing is that he believes that he/she is still breech. So, next step is to go see him again in two weeks, if he thinks that the baby is STILL breech then, I will have to go for an ultrasound and to see an obstetrician to discuss a possibility of a C-section :(
Mama doesn't want a C-section. Hopefully my exercises will eventually get this little guy/girl to turn naturally. We will have to see. I've been reading a lot about something called Version where the doctor actually turns the baby either internally or externally. It is supposedly very painful and can actually cause you to go in to labour, that's why it is not done until at least week 38. Dr. M didn't even mention this, so I'm assuming it's nothing to think about yet. We will just have to wait and see.
Does anyone have any advice about breech babies and C sections?
Mama doesn't want a C-section. Hopefully my exercises will eventually get this little guy/girl to turn naturally. We will have to see. I've been reading a lot about something called Version where the doctor actually turns the baby either internally or externally. It is supposedly very painful and can actually cause you to go in to labour, that's why it is not done until at least week 38. Dr. M didn't even mention this, so I'm assuming it's nothing to think about yet. We will just have to wait and see.
Does anyone have any advice about breech babies and C sections?
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Eat, Pray, Loved It?
Movie Review time....don't worry, you won't find any movie ruiner's in this post. Even though I'm one of those weirdo people who BEG to have someone tell me the outcome of a movie or TV show (Big Brother Spoiler websites are bookmarked on my computer) I wouldn't do the same to any unsuspecting poor soul. I'll just tell Sissy later, since she has the same cooky attitude as moi.
Eat, Pray, Love
The movie was pretty good. I think I enjoyed it a little more then good friend N. We went on our bi-weekly movie date (gotta love $6.00 admission nights!) and chose this one as the subject of our movie critiquing scrutiny. I did like it, but it was over 2 hours long, which usually adds up to me being super bored and losing my interest, but it was definitely do-able. The message of the movie was a great one. Very deep and uplifting (if your into that kind of stuff) and I liked Julia Roberts as the main character. Most of her movies are hit or miss for me.
Our evening was still a great one, we always have fun catching up on our news/adventures/funny stories (Gossip). Boston Pizza provided me with my newest food obsession. Southwest Potato Skins. Yum. I'm already thinking of when I can back there to order more. What time do you think they open today? :)
I would say the movie was a success, although, I think it says a lot that while we were waiting for the previews to begin, we both were exerting WAY too much excitement about the new Jackass 3D movie coming out.....maybe that tells you I'm not the right gal to give my opinion on a deep, spiritual, uplifting movie. I can't help it, those Jackass boys hold a special place in this chick's heart.
Eat, Pray, Love
The movie was pretty good. I think I enjoyed it a little more then good friend N. We went on our bi-weekly movie date (gotta love $6.00 admission nights!) and chose this one as the subject of our movie critiquing scrutiny. I did like it, but it was over 2 hours long, which usually adds up to me being super bored and losing my interest, but it was definitely do-able. The message of the movie was a great one. Very deep and uplifting (if your into that kind of stuff) and I liked Julia Roberts as the main character. Most of her movies are hit or miss for me.
Our evening was still a great one, we always have fun catching up on our news/adventures/funny stories (Gossip). Boston Pizza provided me with my newest food obsession. Southwest Potato Skins. Yum. I'm already thinking of when I can back there to order more. What time do you think they open today? :)
I would say the movie was a success, although, I think it says a lot that while we were waiting for the previews to begin, we both were exerting WAY too much excitement about the new Jackass 3D movie coming out.....maybe that tells you I'm not the right gal to give my opinion on a deep, spiritual, uplifting movie. I can't help it, those Jackass boys hold a special place in this chick's heart.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Venting
My blogging style has so far been pretty light hearted and (hopefully) at time amusing to all of you who read it. I like that, because, well, that's me. I try not to take life too seriously and have fun while enjoying the little things like a guilty pleasure TV show and visits with friends and family. Well, tonight, I'm gonna try something a little different! Pet peeves is the topic tonight. Why you ask? Every woman (especially pregnant ones haha) are allowed to vent about various frustrations and piss-offs about people which everyone experiences daily.
1. Ignorant people
Man, there are some ignorant, rude people on this lovely Isle we call home isn't there? Well, to be fair, they are everywhere, not just here of course. There is just something about people who are impolite to strangers, family, friends whoever that make me want to tie them to a pole and repeatedly strike them with one of those super frustrating paddles with the rubber balls attached. Boing Boing Boing
2. Users
You know the kind. Only call when they need something. You don't hear from them forever and yet, all of a sudden they call when they need a favor whatever it may be. Sure, I wouldn't mind helping, just like I wouldn't mind giving up the fall lineup of TV. Sheesh
3. Cranks
They don't smile, laugh or basically do anything that makes them even remotely resemble a nice human. Tell me, what is SO horrible in your life that you can't take two seconds and smile back at someone?
That's pretty much it really. All Cranky, rude, using people should be sent to live with only each other for a few weeks and see nobody else. I bet they would come back kissing all of us normal people's butts!
Thanks for listening to my little vent peeps
:)
1. Ignorant people
Man, there are some ignorant, rude people on this lovely Isle we call home isn't there? Well, to be fair, they are everywhere, not just here of course. There is just something about people who are impolite to strangers, family, friends whoever that make me want to tie them to a pole and repeatedly strike them with one of those super frustrating paddles with the rubber balls attached. Boing Boing Boing
2. Users
You know the kind. Only call when they need something. You don't hear from them forever and yet, all of a sudden they call when they need a favor whatever it may be. Sure, I wouldn't mind helping, just like I wouldn't mind giving up the fall lineup of TV. Sheesh
3. Cranks
They don't smile, laugh or basically do anything that makes them even remotely resemble a nice human. Tell me, what is SO horrible in your life that you can't take two seconds and smile back at someone?
That's pretty much it really. All Cranky, rude, using people should be sent to live with only each other for a few weeks and see nobody else. I bet they would come back kissing all of us normal people's butts!
Thanks for listening to my little vent peeps
:)
Saturday, August 14, 2010
So far so good.......
Summer is more then half way over with. Hard to believe. I have to admit that this is the first time I've EVER been wishing the summer to move quickly because once it is over, Gummy will be here shortly after. It's been a great one though.
So far this summer I've:
Laughed so hard I cried
Been so mad I cried
Got to spend a whole week with a wonderful Great-Aunt from Ontario
Enjoyed MANY BBQ's
Swam in the Bras D'or Lakes
Ended up at a fun, loud Ceilidh in Mabou at the Red Shoe Pub
Put together Gummy's crib
Filled Gummy's dresser
Pretty much took care of everything on Rockstar Daughter's Back-to-School list
Over-indulged on ice cream and fudge
Witnessed a beautiful wedding of two of our close friends
Tried a new recipe
Cooked dinner for Lovely Nanny
Shopped with Sissy
Yelled at the contestants of Big Brother through the TV
Felt Gummy's hiccups at least twice a day
Had some wonderful sleeps
Had some AWFUL sleepless nights
Visited with family and friends
Got a new piece of jewelry
Started a Christmas to-do list
Ear-marked some recipes that I want to make and freeze to have on hand
Been to many "Cheap Night's" at the local movie theater with good friend N
Laughed too loud in public and got "the look" from embarrassed Rockstar Daughter
Found myself looking at ads online for puppies that needed a home
Kept all my houseplants alive.....so far
Watched Rockstar Daughter kick some major ass on the soccer field
Yep, it's been one for the books, that's for sure.
Hope everyone else's summer has been as fun-filled as mine has so far :)
So far this summer I've:
Laughed so hard I cried
Been so mad I cried
Got to spend a whole week with a wonderful Great-Aunt from Ontario
Enjoyed MANY BBQ's
Swam in the Bras D'or Lakes
Ended up at a fun, loud Ceilidh in Mabou at the Red Shoe Pub
Put together Gummy's crib
Filled Gummy's dresser
Pretty much took care of everything on Rockstar Daughter's Back-to-School list
Over-indulged on ice cream and fudge
Witnessed a beautiful wedding of two of our close friends
Tried a new recipe
Cooked dinner for Lovely Nanny
Shopped with Sissy
Yelled at the contestants of Big Brother through the TV
Felt Gummy's hiccups at least twice a day
Had some wonderful sleeps
Had some AWFUL sleepless nights
Visited with family and friends
Got a new piece of jewelry
Started a Christmas to-do list
Ear-marked some recipes that I want to make and freeze to have on hand
Been to many "Cheap Night's" at the local movie theater with good friend N
Laughed too loud in public and got "the look" from embarrassed Rockstar Daughter
Found myself looking at ads online for puppies that needed a home
Kept all my houseplants alive.....so far
Watched Rockstar Daughter kick some major ass on the soccer field
Yep, it's been one for the books, that's for sure.
Hope everyone else's summer has been as fun-filled as mine has so far :)
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Woooo-Freekin-Hoooooo
Just a quick little note to express my excitement that today is the day that I fit into my maternity jeans!!! Feels like I've been waiting forever! Just thought ya'll would like to know :P
They are still too long, but as a vertically challenged gal, I've gotten used to rolling up jeans, so it's all good!
They are still too long, but as a vertically challenged gal, I've gotten used to rolling up jeans, so it's all good!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Keep on Truckin'
We are getting there! 33 and a half weeks down, 6 and a half to go! I really can't believe we are at this point. Feels like just the other day when I was dreaming about finally getting a belly and feeling Gummy Bear kick. Both of those dreams have come true and then some!! :)
Hubby and Rockstar Daughter started to set up the crib last night and finished it today. It was "suggested" I leave them to do it alone because, I was feeling quite bossy last night, and I was taking many pictures which was hindering the progress due to the constant flashes. I may have been snickering a little while Hubby was trying very hard to fit his manly hands in places where they just don't fit naturally which resulted in many fumbles and dropsy-like actions. When I say snickering, I actually mean laughing so hard tears were streaming down my cheeks accompanied by my lovely snorting cackles. Good times.
Regardless, the crib looks marvelous! It was a VERY generous gift from Ma and Pa D!
The bed clothes were a also a gift from my Lovely Nanny, Gummy's Great-Nanny! Thank you - Thank you - Thank you!
I've come to the realization that it is time for me to change some of my habits due to my extreme tiredness tonight. As most of you know, I'm a Lady of Leisure during the summer months because of my wonderful job within our school system. Usually this is the time that I get to spend a lot of days with my own Mamabear, Lovely Nanny, Sissy and Crazy Aunts. We LOVE to spend the day going from store to store, going for lunch, laughing, shopping, and generally having a good time (Usually at the expense of someone within the car!). Unfortunately, I think this is catching up to me. Take today for an example: We all got together for a quick trip to the local mall and then made our way to the casino for some light-hearted gambling (We all lost - booo) and then supper. Well, I'm pooped! I can't even get off the couch. Poor Hubby did the grocery shopping himself, and did very well I might add! He has also done the laundry and doted on me since he arrived home from work. I can't help it! I'm just worn out. I'm a little distraught thinking about all the funny, lucrative shopping trips I will be missing out on from now on. Maybe those Crazy Aunts wouldn't mind taking turns piggy-backing me through the mall? I will mention it to them, but I'm thinking they will say no. They are Crazy, not suicidal!
So, I'm spending the evening with my feet up while dozing on the couch in my air-conditioned piece of heaven watching crappy TV like "Wipeout" with the occasional trip to the freezer to get yet another red freezie. :)
Hubby and Rockstar Daughter started to set up the crib last night and finished it today. It was "suggested" I leave them to do it alone because, I was feeling quite bossy last night, and I was taking many pictures which was hindering the progress due to the constant flashes. I may have been snickering a little while Hubby was trying very hard to fit his manly hands in places where they just don't fit naturally which resulted in many fumbles and dropsy-like actions. When I say snickering, I actually mean laughing so hard tears were streaming down my cheeks accompanied by my lovely snorting cackles. Good times.
Regardless, the crib looks marvelous! It was a VERY generous gift from Ma and Pa D!
The bed clothes were a also a gift from my Lovely Nanny, Gummy's Great-Nanny! Thank you - Thank you - Thank you!
I've come to the realization that it is time for me to change some of my habits due to my extreme tiredness tonight. As most of you know, I'm a Lady of Leisure during the summer months because of my wonderful job within our school system. Usually this is the time that I get to spend a lot of days with my own Mamabear, Lovely Nanny, Sissy and Crazy Aunts. We LOVE to spend the day going from store to store, going for lunch, laughing, shopping, and generally having a good time (Usually at the expense of someone within the car!). Unfortunately, I think this is catching up to me. Take today for an example: We all got together for a quick trip to the local mall and then made our way to the casino for some light-hearted gambling (We all lost - booo) and then supper. Well, I'm pooped! I can't even get off the couch. Poor Hubby did the grocery shopping himself, and did very well I might add! He has also done the laundry and doted on me since he arrived home from work. I can't help it! I'm just worn out. I'm a little distraught thinking about all the funny, lucrative shopping trips I will be missing out on from now on. Maybe those Crazy Aunts wouldn't mind taking turns piggy-backing me through the mall? I will mention it to them, but I'm thinking they will say no. They are Crazy, not suicidal!
So, I'm spending the evening with my feet up while dozing on the couch in my air-conditioned piece of heaven watching crappy TV like "Wipeout" with the occasional trip to the freezer to get yet another red freezie. :)
Monday, August 9, 2010
Check up with Dr. M
Well, I finally made the dreaded switch to the Doctor who will be delivering Gummy Bear from my beloved Dr. J. I have to say, it wasn't bad at all. Dr. M is a lovely man, very friendly and thorough. Seems like we covered more in today's appointment then all my others combined! I even got to hear the heartbeat with the Doppler. Heaven. Gummy Bear's little heart was beating strong at 126 bpm. That is a lot lower then the previous three time's we have heard it, which all ranged from 142 to 150 bpm. The baby is still in the breech position, so I have to do a very interesting looking exercise three times a day to help to encourage him/her to naturally turn. I have to get down on all fours, press my nose close to the floor and stick my butt up in the air and wiggle it. Haha. Lovely visual huh?
I'm also down another 3 pounds, but was assured everything is fine and to keep up the good work. Still amazes me to see that number go down. Irony is a beautiful thing. BP and Urine test was all A1 as well. I will be heading for another ultrasound between the 36th and 38th week. All in all, it was a good appointment. We go back in two weeks time and hopefully by then baby will have turned naturally and be that much closer to making his/her way out to see us!
:)
I'm also down another 3 pounds, but was assured everything is fine and to keep up the good work. Still amazes me to see that number go down. Irony is a beautiful thing. BP and Urine test was all A1 as well. I will be heading for another ultrasound between the 36th and 38th week. All in all, it was a good appointment. We go back in two weeks time and hopefully by then baby will have turned naturally and be that much closer to making his/her way out to see us!
:)
Attention Daddy-Bears
I've been thinking lately about what to post about, and I think I've come up with a little somethin somethin....
How about a little list for the daddy-to-be's out there? Everyone knows that the Mamabear is obviously the main "incubator" for the precious little baby in there, but Daddy's play a very important role to.
If you want to keep your lady happy and less-stressed during these 9 months, here are a few little tips I've come up with. Of course, these are based on Hubby and I.
1. Read up on massages. Any kind. Back, foot, hand, belly.....any kind. You never know which body part will be needing some TLC. It can change from day-to-day. For me, it has been my lower back. I think this is mostly because of the pregnancy, but also because of my total lack of coordination when walking. Especially down stairs. Ouch.
2. Learn to cook for yourself. I'm sure most of you can cook, and are quite good at it. That's a good thing. Take me for example: considering I puked all day, everyday for 4.5 months and could only hold down slushie's and Popsicles, I really had to depend on Hubby to provide breakfast/lunch and dinners for himself and Rockstar Daughter. He did great! The last thing any Mamabear plagued with morning sickness wants to do it cook. Yuck. So, tune in to the Food Network boys for some pointers :)
3. Don't complain. This one may sound harsh, but there is nothing worse then hearing your Hubby complain of a runny nose or sore throat when you have a huge belly full of destruction that is preparing to catapult out of your body. Trust us guys, NOTHING you have ever felt or will ever feel will EVER compare to this.
4. Read. A good pregnancy book will help you through these 9 months. Hubby has one that his lovely Sister-in-Law C and Brother-in-Law B purchased for him as a thoughtful gift that he reads frequently. He also researches on the Internet and always has some cute little fact about the baby that he tells me. I love knowing that he cares enough to look for that kind of stuff.
5. Prepare yourself for the labour and delivery. Watching the "Baby Story" on TLC won't cut it either. I'm talking real birth stuff here.....none of those edited, blurred out crappy TV shows that don't always really portray a perfect vision of what it can be like. Since I have already delivered one Gummy Bear 11 years ago, I do have some memory about what can/will happen. Hubby is a first timer. I have no worries that he will do wonderful. I always try to be honest about what to expect from me and all the goings-on of that day. I'm excited to see how he reacts. Just remember that every labour is different and anything can happen or change in an minute. You will never forget this day, it's one of the best in both of your lives.
So, these are only little tidbits of what I feel is important for a partner to do during a woman's pregnancy.
There are some that go without saying like;
Don't argue
Be patient
Always have yummy, nutritious snacks available
Do what she says. (Feel free to use this one after the baby is born to.....for the duration of your marriage. It'll make things easier for you!)
Feel free to add any!
I know my Hubby meets all these requirements....that's why I know he will be a wonderful Daddy Bear to our Gummy. :)
How about a little list for the daddy-to-be's out there? Everyone knows that the Mamabear is obviously the main "incubator" for the precious little baby in there, but Daddy's play a very important role to.
If you want to keep your lady happy and less-stressed during these 9 months, here are a few little tips I've come up with. Of course, these are based on Hubby and I.
1. Read up on massages. Any kind. Back, foot, hand, belly.....any kind. You never know which body part will be needing some TLC. It can change from day-to-day. For me, it has been my lower back. I think this is mostly because of the pregnancy, but also because of my total lack of coordination when walking. Especially down stairs. Ouch.
2. Learn to cook for yourself. I'm sure most of you can cook, and are quite good at it. That's a good thing. Take me for example: considering I puked all day, everyday for 4.5 months and could only hold down slushie's and Popsicles, I really had to depend on Hubby to provide breakfast/lunch and dinners for himself and Rockstar Daughter. He did great! The last thing any Mamabear plagued with morning sickness wants to do it cook. Yuck. So, tune in to the Food Network boys for some pointers :)
3. Don't complain. This one may sound harsh, but there is nothing worse then hearing your Hubby complain of a runny nose or sore throat when you have a huge belly full of destruction that is preparing to catapult out of your body. Trust us guys, NOTHING you have ever felt or will ever feel will EVER compare to this.
4. Read. A good pregnancy book will help you through these 9 months. Hubby has one that his lovely Sister-in-Law C and Brother-in-Law B purchased for him as a thoughtful gift that he reads frequently. He also researches on the Internet and always has some cute little fact about the baby that he tells me. I love knowing that he cares enough to look for that kind of stuff.
5. Prepare yourself for the labour and delivery. Watching the "Baby Story" on TLC won't cut it either. I'm talking real birth stuff here.....none of those edited, blurred out crappy TV shows that don't always really portray a perfect vision of what it can be like. Since I have already delivered one Gummy Bear 11 years ago, I do have some memory about what can/will happen. Hubby is a first timer. I have no worries that he will do wonderful. I always try to be honest about what to expect from me and all the goings-on of that day. I'm excited to see how he reacts. Just remember that every labour is different and anything can happen or change in an minute. You will never forget this day, it's one of the best in both of your lives.
So, these are only little tidbits of what I feel is important for a partner to do during a woman's pregnancy.
There are some that go without saying like;
Don't argue
Be patient
Always have yummy, nutritious snacks available
Do what she says. (Feel free to use this one after the baby is born to.....for the duration of your marriage. It'll make things easier for you!)
Feel free to add any!
I know my Hubby meets all these requirements....that's why I know he will be a wonderful Daddy Bear to our Gummy. :)
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Absentee Blogger
Slacker. Thats me. I have to admit I've been having some mental blocks lately about what to write about, but hopefully that will all change soon!
As of today, we are 32 and 1/2 weeks. I'm starting to get very sleepy and lack energy all the time! I've been napping and resting more then usual during the day and that has been messing up my night time sleep schedule. The last two nights have been better then others in the past week though, thank goodness. I'm a real morning person who loves to be up by myself for some time before the rest of the house wakes up for the day. I wonder if Gummy will be a morning person to? :)
I go for my first appointment with the Doctor who will be delivering Gummy on Monday. Can't wait to see what he has to say. It's very possible I will be heading for another ultrasound as well. Yay for pictures of the baby!
We are also gearing up for a shower type party thing! BBQ'ed food and good friends and family. What more could a gal ask for? Can't wait to see everyone and celebrate the upcoming arrival. It's so close now, hard to believe.
Well, hopefully soon I will have some interesting topics to blog about!
Until then......
:)
As of today, we are 32 and 1/2 weeks. I'm starting to get very sleepy and lack energy all the time! I've been napping and resting more then usual during the day and that has been messing up my night time sleep schedule. The last two nights have been better then others in the past week though, thank goodness. I'm a real morning person who loves to be up by myself for some time before the rest of the house wakes up for the day. I wonder if Gummy will be a morning person to? :)
I go for my first appointment with the Doctor who will be delivering Gummy on Monday. Can't wait to see what he has to say. It's very possible I will be heading for another ultrasound as well. Yay for pictures of the baby!
We are also gearing up for a shower type party thing! BBQ'ed food and good friends and family. What more could a gal ask for? Can't wait to see everyone and celebrate the upcoming arrival. It's so close now, hard to believe.
Well, hopefully soon I will have some interesting topics to blog about!
Until then......
:)
Monday, July 26, 2010
31 Weeks and Counting
How far along? 31 Weeks - Single weeks left until the big day!
How big is baby? Gummy Bear is roughly the size of a large squash. Love these veggie comparisons! At my ultrasound 1 week and a half ago he/she was weighing in at 2lbs 14 oz, so I'm anticipating him/her to be a bit heavier now.
Total weight gain: At my last appointment with Dr. J I had put on a quarter of a pound. wooo-hooo! AND I ate a huge breakfast about 25 minutes before, so that must've helped! haha. But, I haven't gained any weight overall during this pregnancy.
Maternity Clothes? I have opted out of maternity clothing and live in sun dresses and comfy skirts that were all found in the clearance section at Wal Mart! Yay for being comfortable AND cheap!
Stretch marks? None in sight
Belly button? Hasn't changed any from the last time. Still between an innie and an outtie!
Sleep: Ahhh, my old friend who I desperatley need to catch up with because it feels like forever since I've had a really good visit with them. Between my sore back from my fall on my tailbone and the humidity, I'm finding it really hard to get some good bankable hours sleeping. I'm hoping my back pain will eventually get better in the next few weeks so that I can start catching up and getting rested before Gummy Bear arrives.
Movement: Somersaults, cartwheels, back flips! This kid should already be registered for gymnastics! Along with the frequent hiccups, my belly is always full of excitement and movement. :)
Food cravings: Not too many cravings, but I seem to obsess over certain sandwich varities until I get bored with them and move on to new creations. For example the last few favorites have been: tomato and cucumber, turkey bacon on toast and good ol pb and j is the newest!
What I am looking forward to: Everything. Can't wait to meet him/her. I am excited to get his/her crib and set it up and pack our bags for the hospital! So much to do!
Milestones: Everyday is a milestone, time is passing by so quickly.
:)
How big is baby? Gummy Bear is roughly the size of a large squash. Love these veggie comparisons! At my ultrasound 1 week and a half ago he/she was weighing in at 2lbs 14 oz, so I'm anticipating him/her to be a bit heavier now.
Total weight gain: At my last appointment with Dr. J I had put on a quarter of a pound. wooo-hooo! AND I ate a huge breakfast about 25 minutes before, so that must've helped! haha. But, I haven't gained any weight overall during this pregnancy.
Maternity Clothes? I have opted out of maternity clothing and live in sun dresses and comfy skirts that were all found in the clearance section at Wal Mart! Yay for being comfortable AND cheap!
Stretch marks? None in sight
Belly button? Hasn't changed any from the last time. Still between an innie and an outtie!
Sleep: Ahhh, my old friend who I desperatley need to catch up with because it feels like forever since I've had a really good visit with them. Between my sore back from my fall on my tailbone and the humidity, I'm finding it really hard to get some good bankable hours sleeping. I'm hoping my back pain will eventually get better in the next few weeks so that I can start catching up and getting rested before Gummy Bear arrives.
Movement: Somersaults, cartwheels, back flips! This kid should already be registered for gymnastics! Along with the frequent hiccups, my belly is always full of excitement and movement. :)
Food cravings: Not too many cravings, but I seem to obsess over certain sandwich varities until I get bored with them and move on to new creations. For example the last few favorites have been: tomato and cucumber, turkey bacon on toast and good ol pb and j is the newest!
What I am looking forward to: Everything. Can't wait to meet him/her. I am excited to get his/her crib and set it up and pack our bags for the hospital! So much to do!
Milestones: Everyday is a milestone, time is passing by so quickly.
:)
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Hubby the Comedian
Some of my favorite blog pages from my adorable little Hamster friend over at
www.newlyb.blogspot.com is when she posts cute little mini-conversations between herself and her Husband. When my own Hubby had me laughing in the car while driving to the grocery store, I immediately asked his permission to share with the blog world what he said!
We were making casual conversation about the pre-natal classes that I registered for today. He is very interested and happy to be involved.
Me : "Oh yeah, I also registered for a breastfeeding clinic as well today!"
Hubby : In obvious deep thought within his own mind after hearing what I said, says very seriously "So, will we get to see boobs and stuff?"
Typical man.
www.newlyb.blogspot.com is when she posts cute little mini-conversations between herself and her Husband. When my own Hubby had me laughing in the car while driving to the grocery store, I immediately asked his permission to share with the blog world what he said!
We were making casual conversation about the pre-natal classes that I registered for today. He is very interested and happy to be involved.
Me : "Oh yeah, I also registered for a breastfeeding clinic as well today!"
Hubby : In obvious deep thought within his own mind after hearing what I said, says very seriously "So, will we get to see boobs and stuff?"
Typical man.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Exhale
I'm so happy to be writing this post today!
I had a check up with the Doctor this past Tuesday and after discovering that I lost another 3 lbs he decided to send me for a rush ultrasound, just to put our minds at ease. Basically just to check that Gummy Bear is gaining weight and growing properly. The ultrasound department called me this morning and asked if I could be there by lunch time! Sissy came with me today because Hubby was working.
The ultrasound technician who performed the exam was so nice, she actually did my last one as well. She turned the screen so I could see everything and explained it all to me!! Long story short, Gummy is doing very well. He/she is weighing in at 2lbs 14 oz which is right on target!! His/her heart rate was 142bpm. It was so nice to see, and really put our minds at ease!! :)
Here is a little picture of the sweety on our first trip to get an ultrasound at 20 weeks:
its a beautiful little profile view of him/her!! You can even see the little nose!! So cute.
And, here is one of the pictures from today, its not as clear, because apparently they get cramped for space by this time and its more difficult to get a good picture:
The long thingy above the head is actually the arm. He/she is facing you, I know its hard to tell, but thats the little face :)
The funny thing is, I didn't realize how worried I was until I was actually laying down on the bed, getting the scan done. I was beyond relieved.
What a way to end the week!
:)
I had a check up with the Doctor this past Tuesday and after discovering that I lost another 3 lbs he decided to send me for a rush ultrasound, just to put our minds at ease. Basically just to check that Gummy Bear is gaining weight and growing properly. The ultrasound department called me this morning and asked if I could be there by lunch time! Sissy came with me today because Hubby was working.
The ultrasound technician who performed the exam was so nice, she actually did my last one as well. She turned the screen so I could see everything and explained it all to me!! Long story short, Gummy is doing very well. He/she is weighing in at 2lbs 14 oz which is right on target!! His/her heart rate was 142bpm. It was so nice to see, and really put our minds at ease!! :)
Here is a little picture of the sweety on our first trip to get an ultrasound at 20 weeks:
its a beautiful little profile view of him/her!! You can even see the little nose!! So cute.
And, here is one of the pictures from today, its not as clear, because apparently they get cramped for space by this time and its more difficult to get a good picture:
The long thingy above the head is actually the arm. He/she is facing you, I know its hard to tell, but thats the little face :)
The funny thing is, I didn't realize how worried I was until I was actually laying down on the bed, getting the scan done. I was beyond relieved.
What a way to end the week!
:)
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Weird, Wacky Wednesday Lists
As I click through some of my favorite blogs, I can't help but notice that most have a regular, recurring post every week. I've decided to try out "Weird, Wacky Wednesday Lists" which is pretty self explanatory. Every Wednesday, I will choose a new subject give you my top ten list of that particular thingy.
So, what to choose this week?
Well, why not go for a nice, easy topic for the trial run shall we?
I think to keep it simplified for my own well being I will list them in no particular order! Its seems these days I have to concentrate REALLY hard to do simple tasks such as using a can opener without seriously injuring myself, so this way, I don't have to think quite so hard.
Top Ten TV Shows (Past OR Present)
1. Friends
Ahhhh, how I love thee. I get about, oh I would say, 77% of my conversational skills from this wonderful show! Joey and Phoebe are my favorites. Any loyal fan will chuckle to themselves as they read "Tout De La Fruit". Haha. And for the longest time I was actually considering the names "Crap Bag" and "Princess Conseula Banana Hammock" as possible names for Gummy. Brings a tear to my eye every time.
2. Modern Family
If you haven't watched this show......GO FIND IT!!! It is hilarious! The characters are fricken masterpieces. Just light TV fluff, but man, is it delicious fluff.
3. Big Brother
Even though Hubby is fast asleep up in our room for the evening, I can still see him shudder. What would a TV show list be without at least one, pointless, trashy reality TV guilty pleasure? I've loved this show since it's first season and happily admit I've got a little Rockstar Daughter who is as equally into it! Treats and Big Brother - Classic Combo in our Happy Little Home.
4. Dr. Phil
I know, I know. But I'm HOOKED!! I mean, yes, there are days where I want to go through the TV and grab him by his big, bald, spit shined head but I am always just so fascinated by all those people who WILLINGLY go on his show. Crazies.
5. Family Guy
Peter makes me feel a combination of feelings that are confusing to me. I always have to think, "Should I laugh" or "Should I write a letter to the network expressing how distasteful this show is". That about sums it up.
6. America's Next Top Model
Ok, so every TV list should have 2 reality TV shows on it. I love photography that includes people, I just think its some of the best art out there, so interesting. And, hey, if I can't be in the picture, might as well be some up and coming super models, right?
7. Deadliest Catch
SSSSHHHHHHH!!! Don't tel Hubby I put one of his shows on my list or he will make me try to watch more of them. Out of all the shows he watches, this one is my fave. I think its really interesting and paints a real picture of the life at sea. Plus, all the guys are super funny and you never know what they will say or do.
8. Diners, Drive Ins and Dives
This show is on the Food Network, which I love to watch (You would never know if you tasted my cooking haha)! This guy, named um....Guy. Seriously. Travels all over Canada and the USA in search of yummy, unique food. Do not watch this on an empty stomach. Bad idea!!
9. Survivor
Ok. 3. But this is my last one! The tribe has spoken.
10. The Office
Love. I can watch this show over and over. Which I do frequently, because it seems lately, its in high rotation. How can you not want to know people like Dwight K. Shrute and Andy Bernard? Actually, I like to think of Hubby as the perfect combination of both of these, with some Jim and Michael sprinkled in to even it out a little!
So, how did I do?
Which shows would you add?
So, what to choose this week?
Well, why not go for a nice, easy topic for the trial run shall we?
I think to keep it simplified for my own well being I will list them in no particular order! Its seems these days I have to concentrate REALLY hard to do simple tasks such as using a can opener without seriously injuring myself, so this way, I don't have to think quite so hard.
Top Ten TV Shows (Past OR Present)
1. Friends
Ahhhh, how I love thee. I get about, oh I would say, 77% of my conversational skills from this wonderful show! Joey and Phoebe are my favorites. Any loyal fan will chuckle to themselves as they read "Tout De La Fruit". Haha. And for the longest time I was actually considering the names "Crap Bag" and "Princess Conseula Banana Hammock" as possible names for Gummy. Brings a tear to my eye every time.
2. Modern Family
If you haven't watched this show......GO FIND IT!!! It is hilarious! The characters are fricken masterpieces. Just light TV fluff, but man, is it delicious fluff.
3. Big Brother
Even though Hubby is fast asleep up in our room for the evening, I can still see him shudder. What would a TV show list be without at least one, pointless, trashy reality TV guilty pleasure? I've loved this show since it's first season and happily admit I've got a little Rockstar Daughter who is as equally into it! Treats and Big Brother - Classic Combo in our Happy Little Home.
4. Dr. Phil
I know, I know. But I'm HOOKED!! I mean, yes, there are days where I want to go through the TV and grab him by his big, bald, spit shined head but I am always just so fascinated by all those people who WILLINGLY go on his show. Crazies.
5. Family Guy
Peter makes me feel a combination of feelings that are confusing to me. I always have to think, "Should I laugh" or "Should I write a letter to the network expressing how distasteful this show is". That about sums it up.
6. America's Next Top Model
Ok, so every TV list should have 2 reality TV shows on it. I love photography that includes people, I just think its some of the best art out there, so interesting. And, hey, if I can't be in the picture, might as well be some up and coming super models, right?
7. Deadliest Catch
SSSSHHHHHHH!!! Don't tel Hubby I put one of his shows on my list or he will make me try to watch more of them. Out of all the shows he watches, this one is my fave. I think its really interesting and paints a real picture of the life at sea. Plus, all the guys are super funny and you never know what they will say or do.
8. Diners, Drive Ins and Dives
This show is on the Food Network, which I love to watch (You would never know if you tasted my cooking haha)! This guy, named um....Guy. Seriously. Travels all over Canada and the USA in search of yummy, unique food. Do not watch this on an empty stomach. Bad idea!!
9. Survivor
Ok. 3. But this is my last one! The tribe has spoken.
10. The Office
Love. I can watch this show over and over. Which I do frequently, because it seems lately, its in high rotation. How can you not want to know people like Dwight K. Shrute and Andy Bernard? Actually, I like to think of Hubby as the perfect combination of both of these, with some Jim and Michael sprinkled in to even it out a little!
So, how did I do?
Which shows would you add?
Monday, July 12, 2010
That's Gonna Leave a Mark
Thought I would use tonight's Insomnia to post about my latest adventure. Don't get your hopes up, it's nothing exciting.
So, most of you already know, I am THE Clumsiest person in the Universe. I took a little "trip" today down my Nannie's steps. Landed on my bum, don't worry, absolutly NO belly trauma suffered whatsoever. Thankfully a friend was with me and he helped me get up so I could brush myself off. After dropping him off I decided to call Health Link 811 just to be sure, even though I felt fine and even did a little Twisty Dance to prove it to said friend and frazzled Nanny. The lady I was speaking to was very nice and asked me a bunch of questions. I had some back pain, which was located right on the tailbone so I knew that it was a result from the fall, but nonetheless she said that it was in my and Gummy's best interest to take a visit to the local ER to get a look over. I am not one to not follow medical advice, so I then called Hubby and off we went.
The nurse at the ER sent us up to the Labour and Delivery Unit Stat for an assessment. They were super nice there, very sweet and comforting. I got hooked up to the fetal monitor and finally got to hear the heartbeat of the baby! We were elated. It was very clear and averaged 145! After being monitored for an hour a having a few other routine tests we were given the go-ahead to leave. They said the baby sounds wonderful and not stressed at all! Yay
Other then the pain in my butt, literally, it's all good.
This isn't the first time my poor tailbone has taken a beating, and I have to say I forgot how painful it is. It's fine when I am up walking around. It's the sitting down, getting up and finding a comfortable position (hence the inability to sleep tonight) that hurts.
Yeeowch.
Lucky Gummy Bear and I are tough cookies.
So, most of you already know, I am THE Clumsiest person in the Universe. I took a little "trip" today down my Nannie's steps. Landed on my bum, don't worry, absolutly NO belly trauma suffered whatsoever. Thankfully a friend was with me and he helped me get up so I could brush myself off. After dropping him off I decided to call Health Link 811 just to be sure, even though I felt fine and even did a little Twisty Dance to prove it to said friend and frazzled Nanny. The lady I was speaking to was very nice and asked me a bunch of questions. I had some back pain, which was located right on the tailbone so I knew that it was a result from the fall, but nonetheless she said that it was in my and Gummy's best interest to take a visit to the local ER to get a look over. I am not one to not follow medical advice, so I then called Hubby and off we went.
The nurse at the ER sent us up to the Labour and Delivery Unit Stat for an assessment. They were super nice there, very sweet and comforting. I got hooked up to the fetal monitor and finally got to hear the heartbeat of the baby! We were elated. It was very clear and averaged 145! After being monitored for an hour a having a few other routine tests we were given the go-ahead to leave. They said the baby sounds wonderful and not stressed at all! Yay
Other then the pain in my butt, literally, it's all good.
This isn't the first time my poor tailbone has taken a beating, and I have to say I forgot how painful it is. It's fine when I am up walking around. It's the sitting down, getting up and finding a comfortable position (hence the inability to sleep tonight) that hurts.
Yeeowch.
Lucky Gummy Bear and I are tough cookies.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Hawt Stuff
Holy frickin moly. Um.....anyone else finding it hard to exist in this heat?!?!
I mean, I don't usually mind it, and I am careful to stay out of the sun and indoors during the peak times, but man....it feels like my skin in literally peeling off my body. Ewww.
Anyone have some ideas on how to beat this heat besides heading to the beach or Ma and Pa H's pool or standing in my kitchen in front of the A.C. completely nekkid at any given time of the day?
*Disclaimer*
I don't actually stand there naked. Please don't feel like you can't visit. Well, maybe call first before you come and that way, you know you won't have any unexpected temporary blindness from the sight.
I mean, I don't usually mind it, and I am careful to stay out of the sun and indoors during the peak times, but man....it feels like my skin in literally peeling off my body. Ewww.
Anyone have some ideas on how to beat this heat besides heading to the beach or Ma and Pa H's pool or standing in my kitchen in front of the A.C. completely nekkid at any given time of the day?
*Disclaimer*
I don't actually stand there naked. Please don't feel like you can't visit. Well, maybe call first before you come and that way, you know you won't have any unexpected temporary blindness from the sight.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Cough, Cough, Sneeze, Sneeze
Boo to coming down with a cold. Double boo to coming down with a cold while preggo. Triple fricken boo to coming down with a cold while preggo on the HOTTEST summer day of the year while staying in your trailer on the beautiful Bras D'or Lakes while your Hubby is on vacay. Man. This sucks. Thankfully, our little trailer is only 1 hour away so I was able to make the trek home to my air conditioned, heavenly, happy little home safely and quickly. Still wish I was able to tough it out though. We stayed last night as well, so I guess all was not lost since I had a great evening and enjoyed a wonderful brekkie with Ma D (Eggs Benedict - my first time trying it....YUM!!).
I literally felt like I could barely breath in the humidity. Oh my, not a good feeling. I even DROVE to the beach, which, keep in mind, is literally down a hill (not even a steep hill) from our trailer and walked in the water with my glasses, skirt, top and shoes on to try to escape the heat, but I still felt like I was run over by a semi. And besides the heat, I was stalked all day by these monster, nun-chuck weilding Horse Flies from H. E. Double Hockey Sticks. My foot and hand are still swollen from the bites! They never had that effect on me before, so either Gummy Bear being in my belly makes me a little more sensitive to their nastiness or my pregnant blood is just so damn good that I was lucky enough to get more bites then usual.
Anyways, I'm back home again without my Hubby (he decided to stay the night to make the most of his vacay, and I have my Rockstar Daughter to dote on me) but with my good friends food network and laptop. Could be worse I suppose.
Hope everyone else enjoyed this glorious day! I know there will be plenty more where this one came from.
I literally felt like I could barely breath in the humidity. Oh my, not a good feeling. I even DROVE to the beach, which, keep in mind, is literally down a hill (not even a steep hill) from our trailer and walked in the water with my glasses, skirt, top and shoes on to try to escape the heat, but I still felt like I was run over by a semi. And besides the heat, I was stalked all day by these monster, nun-chuck weilding Horse Flies from H. E. Double Hockey Sticks. My foot and hand are still swollen from the bites! They never had that effect on me before, so either Gummy Bear being in my belly makes me a little more sensitive to their nastiness or my pregnant blood is just so damn good that I was lucky enough to get more bites then usual.
Anyways, I'm back home again without my Hubby (he decided to stay the night to make the most of his vacay, and I have my Rockstar Daughter to dote on me) but with my good friends food network and laptop. Could be worse I suppose.
Hope everyone else enjoyed this glorious day! I know there will be plenty more where this one came from.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Sparkly Things
I am so very excited to have entered the final trimester of my pregnancy. It means we are THATMUCH closer to finally getting to meet Gummy Bear! Seeing as how time is truly sneaking on by, I have begun to spend my time thinking about something VERY important......
Family Rings!!!
I love me some bling.
Below I have designed two rings, both the same layout, but with a different stone for the new baby because he/she is due on October 1st....so it could go either way!
Here is the first one with the birth stone for October:
Here is the ring with the baby being born in September:
The stones are in order from Mommy (Diamond), Daddy (Garnet), Rockstar Daughter (Diamond), and Gummy Bear (Rose Zircon, which I've never heard of, OR Sapphire)
My personal fave is the second ring with the September stone.
I guess that means I will be doing whatever I need to get this lil monster outta there by the end of September. Hmmm, I wonder if he/she will respond to bribery as well as his/her big sister?
Babies n' new jewellery....what a combo!
Family Rings!!!
I love me some bling.
Below I have designed two rings, both the same layout, but with a different stone for the new baby because he/she is due on October 1st....so it could go either way!
Here is the first one with the birth stone for October:
Here is the ring with the baby being born in September:
The stones are in order from Mommy (Diamond), Daddy (Garnet), Rockstar Daughter (Diamond), and Gummy Bear (Rose Zircon, which I've never heard of, OR Sapphire)
My personal fave is the second ring with the September stone.
I guess that means I will be doing whatever I need to get this lil monster outta there by the end of September. Hmmm, I wonder if he/she will respond to bribery as well as his/her big sister?
Babies n' new jewellery....what a combo!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Total Eclipse of the Heart
Rockstar Daughter and I went on a little date and made our way to Boston Pizza for supper then on to the Movie Theatre for some Edward/Jacob fixes (She is team Jacob and I'm team Edward!). Eclipse was, in my opinion, the best one yet! We both really liked it. The tickets were selling out very quickly, so we left early to pick them up then had a lovely supper. We had a few hours to kill so we decided to hit up the mall with some of her Grading Moolah. She didn't find anything she really wanted, so we left empty handed (She is VERY cheap and careful about what she buys... drives me nuts! haha). We thankfully decided to go back early because we figured there would be a line up to get in the theatre.....um....understatement of the YEAR! These line ups would rival those in Disney World! It was crazy! We waited for about an hour in line just to get our seats and don't even get me started about the line up for the concession stand! This Mamabear was pooped by the time we actually got to sit and watch the Vampire/Werewolf yumminess.
All in all, it was a great night filled with lots of laughs and quality time! I love my little Rockstar :)
All in all, it was a great night filled with lots of laughs and quality time! I love my little Rockstar :)
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
27 week check up with Dr. J
I had another great check up with beloved Dr. J today. Everything is going well...except that I only have one more visit with him until Gummy Bear is born :(
You see, Dr. J is close to retirement, he doesn't do deliveries anymore. He has handled my pre-natal care up until now, but the time is coming when I get to start seeing the Dr. who will actually deliver Gummy. Ironically enough, this particular Doc also delivered Rockstar Daughter because Dr. J was on holiday when I went into labour with her, so I am familiar with him, and feel pretty good about seeing him again (I just really love my Dr. J!)
Check-up check-points:
BP was excellent, as it always has been. I've never had high blood-pressure in my life, and I'm super happy that its staying on the good side! One less thing to worry about.
The scale gave me quite a little surprise though....a good one! I am down another 3.5lbs. I almost fell off the scale when I saw the number! I mean, I've been eating. everything. especially Fuzzy's Fries. It doesn't seem to make sense, but I although I do indulge from time to time, I'm actually eating healthier then ever, so I guess that is the key (duh). I was initially worried when I saw the number, but when I asked Dr. J he said he thinks I'm doing wonderful and not to worry. So, hes the Doc, and I'm gonna take his word for it!
Dr. J listened for the heart beat with this weird, prehistoric, stethoscope type thing with his ear on one side and the other side pressing on my belly. He said he could hear it VERY LOUD! Yay Gummy has a strong heart beat. Unfortunately, I was only able to use his regular ol' stethoscope to hear and could only pick up a faint noise. I know, I know. My Doctor doesn't have a Doppler. WTF right? Well, that's what I thought, but he said my first appointment with delivery doctor I will be able to hear it for myself. He assures me everything is great with his/her heart.
So far, no swelling anywhere, so that's good to!
All in all, a great appointment! This Mamabear is satisfied!
You see, Dr. J is close to retirement, he doesn't do deliveries anymore. He has handled my pre-natal care up until now, but the time is coming when I get to start seeing the Dr. who will actually deliver Gummy. Ironically enough, this particular Doc also delivered Rockstar Daughter because Dr. J was on holiday when I went into labour with her, so I am familiar with him, and feel pretty good about seeing him again (I just really love my Dr. J!)
Check-up check-points:
BP was excellent, as it always has been. I've never had high blood-pressure in my life, and I'm super happy that its staying on the good side! One less thing to worry about.
The scale gave me quite a little surprise though....a good one! I am down another 3.5lbs. I almost fell off the scale when I saw the number! I mean, I've been eating. everything. especially Fuzzy's Fries. It doesn't seem to make sense, but I although I do indulge from time to time, I'm actually eating healthier then ever, so I guess that is the key (duh). I was initially worried when I saw the number, but when I asked Dr. J he said he thinks I'm doing wonderful and not to worry. So, hes the Doc, and I'm gonna take his word for it!
Dr. J listened for the heart beat with this weird, prehistoric, stethoscope type thing with his ear on one side and the other side pressing on my belly. He said he could hear it VERY LOUD! Yay Gummy has a strong heart beat. Unfortunately, I was only able to use his regular ol' stethoscope to hear and could only pick up a faint noise. I know, I know. My Doctor doesn't have a Doppler. WTF right? Well, that's what I thought, but he said my first appointment with delivery doctor I will be able to hear it for myself. He assures me everything is great with his/her heart.
So far, no swelling anywhere, so that's good to!
All in all, a great appointment! This Mamabear is satisfied!
Smells Like Summer
Grading day here in CB! What an exciting day for all the kidlets who have worked so hard all year! It also marks the beginning of Summer Vacay for Teachers and other Support Staff, like myself, who work within the Education System. 2 Lovely months free of tests, packed lunches, bells and buses! Yahoo! I'm not as excited as I usually am on Grading Day because I'm really nervous that I won't be able to go back to work in September seeing as how Gummy Bear is due to join us October 1st....but here's hoping I can!!
Congrats to all the kids and especially our Rockstar Daughter who had another wonderful report card again this year! She is promoted to GRADE SIX! Can't believe my baby is old enough. We are very proud of her, and will make sure she enjoys her hard earned Summer Vacation....Mamabear will be enjoying it right along with her!
xoxoxo
Congrats to all the kids and especially our Rockstar Daughter who had another wonderful report card again this year! She is promoted to GRADE SIX! Can't believe my baby is old enough. We are very proud of her, and will make sure she enjoys her hard earned Summer Vacation....Mamabear will be enjoying it right along with her!
xoxoxo
Friday, June 25, 2010
Technical Problems
My two previous posts on the one year anniversary of MJ's death were published under a date different then today's. If you would like to read them, they are under the June 17th date!
RIP MJ
RIP MJ
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Hamster See, Hamster Do
Just read this adorable post from a friend of mine's blog. She is also a fellow Mama-to-be (Their first) and she has joined our huge family/group of friends through my Sissy. Ok, here goes....She is my Sissy's Husband's Twin Brother's Wife. Got that? So, in essence, she is my Sissy's sister-in-law. The way my twisted mind works, that makes us some kind of sisters....right?
Her Blog is the one that I've been reading loyally for a long time now and actually finally gave me the guts to go ahead and write my own!! Thank you, little hamster :)
Check it out, its Beau-tee-ous:
www.newlyb.blogspot.com
Anyways, this was her latest post and I thought it was so cute, why not do one for my Gummy Bear?
Several of my favourite mommy & mommy-to-be bloggers post semi-regular updates of their pregnancies. Since Gummy Bear is taking up so many of my thoughts these days, it seemed to make sense to fill you in on our progress.
How far along? 26 weeks :)
How big is baby? The latest book that I'm nose-deep in and the pregnancy website I frequent tell me that Gummy Bear is just under 2 pounds and about 12-14 inches long. A good food comparison would be an eggplant. *Funny moment last night while grocery shopping with the Fam we somehow stumbled upon an Eggplant (I've never bought or attempted to cook one before) and I proceeded to hold it up to my belly and announce, look, its our baby. I think the grocery store was quite empty, otherwise I would have gotten the look from Rockstar Daughter. That would have been scary.
Total weight gain: As of my last Dr's appointment I had gained 1/2 a pound. But I've actually lost 37....so I guess that brings my total to minus 36.5?
Maternity Clothes? I have plenty of yet-to-be-worn maternity clothes (see above) so I have not purchased any lately, but I was just saying to Hubby this morning that I am going on a hunt for some good maternity skivvy's this week.
Stretch marks? None yet!
Belly button? I'm about half way between an innie and an outtie now, but I can feel it changing more everyday!
Sleep: Gahhhh....what is this mythical word you speak of? SAH-LEEP?
Ok, I may be exaggerating a bit, but my sleep patterns are totally messed up! I'm finding it harder and harder to find a comfy position and spend most the night tossing and turning. I've tried it all. Sleeping with extra pillows, sleeping with minimal pillows, sleeping with my legs propped up, heck, there were a few nights where Hubby and I actually slept Head-to-Toe. Sad, but true. So far, I have yet to find the perfect sleeping position, but I'm going to keep on truckin'. Besides, my napping is at an all time high during the day, so at least I'm getting my shut eye then!
Movement: Love. Nothing feels better then feeling Gummy Bear kick the crap out of me. He/She has a very distinct sleep pattern already. I notice it A LOT more right when I am laying down in bed or on the couch (which you just learned happens frequently now).
Food cravings: Two words. Fuzzy's Fries. One more word. Yum. I wouldn't say that I'm craving them. That is putting it mildly. I'd phrase it like, I'm at the point where it's "Take me to Fuzzy's now or I will make the rest of your life a living hell" phase. For those of you unfamiliar, it's an awesome little chip wagon here in CB that sells home-made, fried in peanut oil, smothered in pepper and vinegar, french fry goodness. And they are super cheap to! What a lethal combination!!
What I am looking forward to: Obviously meeting Gummy Bear is event that I'm most excited for, but there are others too. I am excited for the ultrasound that should take place a few weeks before He/She gets here. I'm excited to have our in-place-of-a-baby-shower BBQ get together at our place. I love going to the Doctor's now as well. So many things to be excited for!
Milestones: I'm so happy to be getting ready to enter the Third Trimester! YAY! That's a pretty big milestone that is coming up. I can't believe how much time has passed already! Feels like yesterday since we found out Gummy Bear was on his/her way!
That was fun!
Gotta go get me some Fuzzy's :P
Her Blog is the one that I've been reading loyally for a long time now and actually finally gave me the guts to go ahead and write my own!! Thank you, little hamster :)
Check it out, its Beau-tee-ous:
www.newlyb.blogspot.com
Anyways, this was her latest post and I thought it was so cute, why not do one for my Gummy Bear?
Several of my favourite mommy & mommy-to-be bloggers post semi-regular updates of their pregnancies. Since Gummy Bear is taking up so many of my thoughts these days, it seemed to make sense to fill you in on our progress.
How far along? 26 weeks :)
How big is baby? The latest book that I'm nose-deep in and the pregnancy website I frequent tell me that Gummy Bear is just under 2 pounds and about 12-14 inches long. A good food comparison would be an eggplant. *Funny moment last night while grocery shopping with the Fam we somehow stumbled upon an Eggplant (I've never bought or attempted to cook one before) and I proceeded to hold it up to my belly and announce, look, its our baby. I think the grocery store was quite empty, otherwise I would have gotten the look from Rockstar Daughter. That would have been scary.
Total weight gain: As of my last Dr's appointment I had gained 1/2 a pound. But I've actually lost 37....so I guess that brings my total to minus 36.5?
Maternity Clothes? I have plenty of yet-to-be-worn maternity clothes (see above) so I have not purchased any lately, but I was just saying to Hubby this morning that I am going on a hunt for some good maternity skivvy's this week.
Stretch marks? None yet!
Belly button? I'm about half way between an innie and an outtie now, but I can feel it changing more everyday!
Sleep: Gahhhh....what is this mythical word you speak of? SAH-LEEP?
Ok, I may be exaggerating a bit, but my sleep patterns are totally messed up! I'm finding it harder and harder to find a comfy position and spend most the night tossing and turning. I've tried it all. Sleeping with extra pillows, sleeping with minimal pillows, sleeping with my legs propped up, heck, there were a few nights where Hubby and I actually slept Head-to-Toe. Sad, but true. So far, I have yet to find the perfect sleeping position, but I'm going to keep on truckin'. Besides, my napping is at an all time high during the day, so at least I'm getting my shut eye then!
Movement: Love. Nothing feels better then feeling Gummy Bear kick the crap out of me. He/She has a very distinct sleep pattern already. I notice it A LOT more right when I am laying down in bed or on the couch (which you just learned happens frequently now).
Food cravings: Two words. Fuzzy's Fries. One more word. Yum. I wouldn't say that I'm craving them. That is putting it mildly. I'd phrase it like, I'm at the point where it's "Take me to Fuzzy's now or I will make the rest of your life a living hell" phase. For those of you unfamiliar, it's an awesome little chip wagon here in CB that sells home-made, fried in peanut oil, smothered in pepper and vinegar, french fry goodness. And they are super cheap to! What a lethal combination!!
What I am looking forward to: Obviously meeting Gummy Bear is event that I'm most excited for, but there are others too. I am excited for the ultrasound that should take place a few weeks before He/She gets here. I'm excited to have our in-place-of-a-baby-shower BBQ get together at our place. I love going to the Doctor's now as well. So many things to be excited for!
Milestones: I'm so happy to be getting ready to enter the Third Trimester! YAY! That's a pretty big milestone that is coming up. I can't believe how much time has passed already! Feels like yesterday since we found out Gummy Bear was on his/her way!
That was fun!
Gotta go get me some Fuzzy's :P
Monday, June 21, 2010
Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes
Well, I've read about 347 books about pregnancy so far and each one of them has their lists of changes you will experience during the exciting 9 month time frame. I'm making up my own to document all the changes I've experienced over the last 6 months and also during Rockstar Daughter's dwelling within my womb.
1. Food likes/Dislikes
I've never been picky. Besides not liking a few foods like celery, cheese whiz (if that even counts as a food), and pea soup, I've always eaten what was put in front of me. But man oh man, am I one picky preggo person (alliteration anyone?)! When meal time comes around I can actually see Hubby's dread on his face. Whatever he suggests is not what I want. When he actually mentions something I would like to eat, it takes me some time to actually commit to eating it because I'm still not 100% sure. I've even gone to the extreme of having to "hide" things in the cupboard that are unappealing to me. There was a few months where the sight of the canned tomatoes would make me want to run to the bathroom and puke up whatever measly breakfast I had that morning. They are still in their hiding place to this day because I'm just not sure if I'm ready to come face to face with them yet.
2. Energy
I'm tired. All. The. Time.
3. People's attitudes towards your bump.
Who doesn't love a little baby belly? This time round, its altogether different. I was a very young Mamabear 11 years ago and, although I had nothing but support from my wonderful family/friends, there were more then a few times when I had run-ins with complete strangers who lacked any kind of accepted social behaviour. Luckily, I knew what the people around me thought and that was all that mattered to me. This time, its like people instantly smile when they see the belly! :)
4. Clothes
Obviously, your body changes and therefore, so does your wardrobe. But, something funny kind of happens to. You know when you go shopping (Now, not everyone will get what I'm saying, but most women will), and you go in the dressing room and your like...."Hmmm...I like this, but I wish it was longer/looser or hides my belly more"? Well, YOU DON'T HAVE TO DO THAT NOW!! Its so nice to go looking for clothes that shows off your belly!! :)
5. Emotions
Ok, so I was never the type to cry during a sad movie, or after reading a sweet card or anything unless it really merited a few tears. Now I cry over everything!! Commercials, movies, songs, greeting cards, emails from friends, etc. Now, mind you they are all "Oh I'm just so happy I could cry" tears but this is all new to me!! My hard ass rep is being compromised...... :P
6. Hair Growth
Another not so pleasant change. All the books will casually mention that your hair MAY grow quicker and thicker during pregnancy. Now, its lovely that your once flat hair is now full of volume and shiny-ness, but you know whats not so lovely? Wearing an extra layer on your legs. Yea, that's not fun. Now I know what men feel like during their five o'clock shadow time. I know, lovely mental picture....my bad. Its annoying, obviously, but besides the fact that our budget for razors has flown completely out the window, its not that bad. My only regret is that I'm not preggo through the winter....it sure would come in handy to my home-made, naturally grown leg warmers then instead of now!
7. How you "express yourself"
There are two types of people in this world.
- The ones who say I never curse, ever.
&
- The ones who think I could give a rough looking, tattooed sailor a run for his money in the profanity department.
As you are reading this, you can easily place yourself in either category.
The first group mostly consists of my family, work friends, Rockstar Daughter's friend's parents, etc and most importantly, any child within ear shot. I'm a firm believer of sheltering kids from all those bad words, even though, BELIEVE ME, they hear them at school! Sissy and I never heard bad words growing up, well not from our family anyways, and I'm trying my hardest to make sure Rockstar Daughter doesn't either.
Now that all the books say Gummy Bear can hear sounds through the belly, Hubby and I find ourselves shushing each other a lot when its just the two of us, saying "SSSSHHHHHH, the baby can hear!"
There are many more changes that each Mamabear experiences (and Daddybears to!) but these are the most prominent in our Happy Little Home.
Would you add any to the list?
1. Food likes/Dislikes
I've never been picky. Besides not liking a few foods like celery, cheese whiz (if that even counts as a food), and pea soup, I've always eaten what was put in front of me. But man oh man, am I one picky preggo person (alliteration anyone?)! When meal time comes around I can actually see Hubby's dread on his face. Whatever he suggests is not what I want. When he actually mentions something I would like to eat, it takes me some time to actually commit to eating it because I'm still not 100% sure. I've even gone to the extreme of having to "hide" things in the cupboard that are unappealing to me. There was a few months where the sight of the canned tomatoes would make me want to run to the bathroom and puke up whatever measly breakfast I had that morning. They are still in their hiding place to this day because I'm just not sure if I'm ready to come face to face with them yet.
2. Energy
I'm tired. All. The. Time.
3. People's attitudes towards your bump.
Who doesn't love a little baby belly? This time round, its altogether different. I was a very young Mamabear 11 years ago and, although I had nothing but support from my wonderful family/friends, there were more then a few times when I had run-ins with complete strangers who lacked any kind of accepted social behaviour. Luckily, I knew what the people around me thought and that was all that mattered to me. This time, its like people instantly smile when they see the belly! :)
4. Clothes
Obviously, your body changes and therefore, so does your wardrobe. But, something funny kind of happens to. You know when you go shopping (Now, not everyone will get what I'm saying, but most women will), and you go in the dressing room and your like...."Hmmm...I like this, but I wish it was longer/looser or hides my belly more"? Well, YOU DON'T HAVE TO DO THAT NOW!! Its so nice to go looking for clothes that shows off your belly!! :)
5. Emotions
Ok, so I was never the type to cry during a sad movie, or after reading a sweet card or anything unless it really merited a few tears. Now I cry over everything!! Commercials, movies, songs, greeting cards, emails from friends, etc. Now, mind you they are all "Oh I'm just so happy I could cry" tears but this is all new to me!! My hard ass rep is being compromised...... :P
6. Hair Growth
Another not so pleasant change. All the books will casually mention that your hair MAY grow quicker and thicker during pregnancy. Now, its lovely that your once flat hair is now full of volume and shiny-ness, but you know whats not so lovely? Wearing an extra layer on your legs. Yea, that's not fun. Now I know what men feel like during their five o'clock shadow time. I know, lovely mental picture....my bad. Its annoying, obviously, but besides the fact that our budget for razors has flown completely out the window, its not that bad. My only regret is that I'm not preggo through the winter....it sure would come in handy to my home-made, naturally grown leg warmers then instead of now!
7. How you "express yourself"
There are two types of people in this world.
- The ones who say I never curse, ever.
&
- The ones who think I could give a rough looking, tattooed sailor a run for his money in the profanity department.
As you are reading this, you can easily place yourself in either category.
The first group mostly consists of my family, work friends, Rockstar Daughter's friend's parents, etc and most importantly, any child within ear shot. I'm a firm believer of sheltering kids from all those bad words, even though, BELIEVE ME, they hear them at school! Sissy and I never heard bad words growing up, well not from our family anyways, and I'm trying my hardest to make sure Rockstar Daughter doesn't either.
Now that all the books say Gummy Bear can hear sounds through the belly, Hubby and I find ourselves shushing each other a lot when its just the two of us, saying "SSSSHHHHHH, the baby can hear!"
There are many more changes that each Mamabear experiences (and Daddybears to!) but these are the most prominent in our Happy Little Home.
Would you add any to the list?
Always, Sometimes, Never
I always:
* Have music playing. In the car, kitchen, bedroom, anywhere!
* Give hugs/kisses good night to Hubby and Rockstar Daughter....even though she thinks she is too old.
* Make up to-do lists in my head. Haven't mastered getting them on paper.
* Smile.
* Feel guilty about not getting to see my and Hubby's Grandparents/Family as much as we would like.
* Am up for a bon fire, party and company. The more the merrier.
* Get sucked into a few silly, pointless reality TV shows every season.
* Procrastinate.
* Leave stuff in the back seat of the car for days then finally ask Hubby to bring it in.
I sometimes:
* Eat too much Chocolate and feel sick after.
* Throw myself a pity party before I realize how lucky I really am and snap out of it.... Life is Good.
* Embarress Hubby or Rockstar Daughter with my good natured antics in public.
* Put the household chores on the back burner in order to spend more time to do other important things.....like Napping.
* Buy things I don't really need just because they're on sale.
* Forget to email, call or text people back.
* Forget how big my family is until weddings, funerals or Holidays.
* Fall and hurt myself.
* Watch scarey movies and then immediatley afterwards wonder why I chose to do that?
* Forget to lock the door to the washroom and start panicking when I hear someone's footsteps near by.
* Have a hard time admitting I'm wrong. Luckily, it hasn't happened often! :P
I never:
* Say never.
* Had a single cavity my whole life! I use this as a challenge for my very competitive Rockstar Daughter....So far she is doing great!!
* Want to forget all of my favourite memories.
* Drink Coffee. Yuck.
* Want to make anyone feel bad about themselves.
* Be late! For anything. Hopefully that won't change when Gummy Bear gets here!
* Cry in front of people if I can help it.
* Enjoy wrapping presents, the only thing I DON'T like about Christmas.
* Have music playing. In the car, kitchen, bedroom, anywhere!
* Give hugs/kisses good night to Hubby and Rockstar Daughter....even though she thinks she is too old.
* Make up to-do lists in my head. Haven't mastered getting them on paper.
* Smile.
* Feel guilty about not getting to see my and Hubby's Grandparents/Family as much as we would like.
* Am up for a bon fire, party and company. The more the merrier.
* Get sucked into a few silly, pointless reality TV shows every season.
* Procrastinate.
* Leave stuff in the back seat of the car for days then finally ask Hubby to bring it in.
I sometimes:
* Eat too much Chocolate and feel sick after.
* Throw myself a pity party before I realize how lucky I really am and snap out of it.... Life is Good.
* Embarress Hubby or Rockstar Daughter with my good natured antics in public.
* Put the household chores on the back burner in order to spend more time to do other important things.....like Napping.
* Buy things I don't really need just because they're on sale.
* Forget to email, call or text people back.
* Forget how big my family is until weddings, funerals or Holidays.
* Fall and hurt myself.
* Watch scarey movies and then immediatley afterwards wonder why I chose to do that?
* Forget to lock the door to the washroom and start panicking when I hear someone's footsteps near by.
* Have a hard time admitting I'm wrong. Luckily, it hasn't happened often! :P
I never:
* Say never.
* Had a single cavity my whole life! I use this as a challenge for my very competitive Rockstar Daughter....So far she is doing great!!
* Want to forget all of my favourite memories.
* Drink Coffee. Yuck.
* Want to make anyone feel bad about themselves.
* Be late! For anything. Hopefully that won't change when Gummy Bear gets here!
* Cry in front of people if I can help it.
* Enjoy wrapping presents, the only thing I DON'T like about Christmas.
Copy Cat Blogger
I saw this on one of my favorite blogs, and thought i'd see how adventurous my life has been. The ones i've done are in bold. When you're done reading this, you should put your own experiences to the test....
1. started your own blog
2. slept under the stars
3. played in a band (Does Rock Band count? I'm guessing it doesnt!)
4. visited hawaii
5. watched a meteor shower
6. given more to charity than you could afford to
7. been to disney
8. climbed a mountain
9. held a praying mantis
10. sung a solo
11. bungee jumped
12. visited Paris
13. watched a thunder and lightning storm
14. taught yourself an art from scratch
15. adopted a child
16. had food poisoning
17. walked to the top of the statue of liberty
18. grown your own vegetables
19. seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. slept on an overnight train
21. had a pillow fight
22. hitch hiked
23. taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. built a snow fort
25. held a lamb
26. gone skinny dipping
27. run a marathon
28. ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. seen a total eclipse
30. watched a sunrise or sunset
31. hit a home run
32. been on a cruise
33. seen niagara falls in person
34. visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. seen an amish community
36. taught yourself a new language
37. had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. seen the leaning tower of pisa in person
39. gone rock climbing
40. seen Michelangelo’s David in person
41. sung karaoke
42. seen old faithful erupt
43. bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. visited africa
45. walked on a beach by moonlight
46. been transported in an ambulance
47. had your portrait painted - (drawn)
48. gone deep sea fishing
49. seen the sistine chapel in person
50. been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. kissed in the rain
53. played in the mud
54. gone to a drive-in theater
55. been in a movie
56. visited the great wall of china
57. started a business
58. taken a martial arts class
59. visited russia
60. served at a soup kitchen
61. sold girl scout cookies
62. gone whale watching
63. gotten flowers for no reason
64. donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. been sky diving
66. visited a concentration camp
67. bounced a check
68. flown in a helicopter
69. saved a favorite childhood toy (Which Ma H threw away!!!)
70. visited the lincoln memorial
71. eaten caviar
72. pieced a quilt
73. stood in times square
74. toured the everglades
75. been fired from a job
76. seen the changing of the guard in London
77. broken a bone
78. been a passenger on a motorcycle
79. seen the grand canyon in person
80. published a book
81. visited the Vatican
82. bought a brand new car
83. walked in jerusalem
84. had your picture in the newspaper
85. kissed a stranger at midnight on new year’s eve
86. visited the white house
87. killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. had chickenpox
89. saved someone’s life
90. sat on a jury
91. met someone famous
92. joined a book club
93. gotten a tattoo
94. had a baby
95. seen the Alamo in person
96. swam in the great salt lake
97. been involved in a law suit
98. owned a cell phone
99. been stung by a bee
I have 37 out of 99! Not too shabby!
Were you surprised at any?
How would you stack up?
1. started your own blog
2. slept under the stars
3. played in a band (Does Rock Band count? I'm guessing it doesnt!)
4. visited hawaii
5. watched a meteor shower
6. given more to charity than you could afford to
7. been to disney
8. climbed a mountain
9. held a praying mantis
10. sung a solo
11. bungee jumped
12. visited Paris
13. watched a thunder and lightning storm
14. taught yourself an art from scratch
15. adopted a child
16. had food poisoning
17. walked to the top of the statue of liberty
18. grown your own vegetables
19. seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. slept on an overnight train
21. had a pillow fight
22. hitch hiked
23. taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. built a snow fort
25. held a lamb
26. gone skinny dipping
27. run a marathon
28. ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. seen a total eclipse
30. watched a sunrise or sunset
31. hit a home run
32. been on a cruise
33. seen niagara falls in person
34. visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. seen an amish community
36. taught yourself a new language
37. had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. seen the leaning tower of pisa in person
39. gone rock climbing
40. seen Michelangelo’s David in person
41. sung karaoke
42. seen old faithful erupt
43. bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. visited africa
45. walked on a beach by moonlight
46. been transported in an ambulance
47. had your portrait painted - (drawn)
48. gone deep sea fishing
49. seen the sistine chapel in person
50. been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. kissed in the rain
53. played in the mud
54. gone to a drive-in theater
55. been in a movie
56. visited the great wall of china
57. started a business
58. taken a martial arts class
59. visited russia
60. served at a soup kitchen
61. sold girl scout cookies
62. gone whale watching
63. gotten flowers for no reason
64. donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. been sky diving
66. visited a concentration camp
67. bounced a check
68. flown in a helicopter
69. saved a favorite childhood toy (Which Ma H threw away!!!)
70. visited the lincoln memorial
71. eaten caviar
72. pieced a quilt
73. stood in times square
74. toured the everglades
75. been fired from a job
76. seen the changing of the guard in London
77. broken a bone
78. been a passenger on a motorcycle
79. seen the grand canyon in person
80. published a book
81. visited the Vatican
82. bought a brand new car
83. walked in jerusalem
84. had your picture in the newspaper
85. kissed a stranger at midnight on new year’s eve
86. visited the white house
87. killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. had chickenpox
89. saved someone’s life
90. sat on a jury
91. met someone famous
92. joined a book club
93. gotten a tattoo
94. had a baby
95. seen the Alamo in person
96. swam in the great salt lake
97. been involved in a law suit
98. owned a cell phone
99. been stung by a bee
I have 37 out of 99! Not too shabby!
Were you surprised at any?
How would you stack up?
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Happy Fajah's Day!
We had a great Father's day this year here in our Happy Little Home! We hosted a BBQ for 12 (including Hubby, Rockstar Daughter and I). All the Father's were celebrated! We had a great meal, had lots of laughs and played a lot of Basketball, Volleyball & Badminton! :)
Cheer's to those special guys;
Father-in-Law
Bro-in-Law (Dad's to Furry, 4 legged children are just as important)
Grampy (Its a day for Grampies to!)
Hubby (Already a wonderful dad, and can't wait until he has two Monster's to help him celebrate)
Dad (The BEST Fajah in the whole world)
Hope you all felt as loved as you really are!
xoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Cheer's to those special guys;
Father-in-Law
Bro-in-Law (Dad's to Furry, 4 legged children are just as important)
Grampy (Its a day for Grampies to!)
Hubby (Already a wonderful dad, and can't wait until he has two Monster's to help him celebrate)
Dad (The BEST Fajah in the whole world)
Hope you all felt as loved as you really are!
xoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Saturday, June 19, 2010
A Great Cause
This is something very near to my heart. Autism is becoming more and more prevalent in today's world. People are now accepting and encouraging others who are in any way connected to it. Over the last few years I have met, worked with and fallen in love with many children and their parents who are affected. Personally, I'm so happy that the social stigma is on its way out and look forward to spending more time with my new friends! Rockstar Daughter and I participated in the Walk the Walk for Autism today and am pleased to say that we are definitely going to continue to support and be a part of this cause. I got to see a lot of old friends there today, and spend time with my newer ones! :)
Check out the website below:
http://www.walkthewalkforautism.ca/cape-breton.html
Check out the website below:
http://www.walkthewalkforautism.ca/cape-breton.html
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Top Ten
I promise, this will be my last Michael Jackson post. Wait, there is no way I can actually promise that, so I will rephrase. I promise, that this will be my last Michael Jackson post.....today. Yea, much better. Realistic even.
In honor of the Great MJ I've compiled a list of his top ten tunes according to moi. See if you agree:
10. Thriller
You may be surprised that I chose this song as number ten. I've always liked it, but it doesn't make me really wanna groove like some of his others. I think the reason I like it so much is because it is Rockstar Daughter's absolute favorite! She is too cute singing along and making up dances....brings a tear to my eye, I tell ya!
9. This Is It
I really enjoyed the movie that came out shortly after his death and this was the title track and name of the movie. He is backed by an orchestra in one of the versions and its really a great song and actually kind of ironic.
8. Scream
Now, I'm not usually a fan of duets, but there is just something about Michael AND Janet Jackson singing together, dancing together and flipping the camera the bird together. I really liked this video and I always sing along!
7. Will You Be There
Anyone my age will remember the Free Willy movies. This song was played during the credits of the first movie and I've loved it ever since. I love how his voice sounds during this song and the lyrics are beautiful.
6. You Rock My World
This song reminds me of the Capri Club....shudder. I can recall many nights dancing like a maniac, trying to moonwalk (Oh god) across the dance floor and singing along as loud as I could! Good times.
5. Earth Song
How can you ignore a song that describes exactly what the world is going through. This song was actually recorded in 1995, and in my opinion was ahead of the game as far as talking about the environment. Here is a little tip....you have to listen to this song LOUD! It takes it to a whole new level.
4. Billie-Jean
Ahhh....my kitty's namesake. Has a special place in my heart. I've listened to this song since, forever. I still become mesmerized with the video and Rockstar Daughter knows all the words. Just a feel good song with a unique beat that cannot be, um....beat.
3. Human Nature
MJ recorded this song in 1983, when I was 1. I didn't know it existed then, but I started listening to it as a teenager and fell in love. No real reason, I just think the lyrics and melody are great.
2. I Just Can't Stop Loving You
Another Duet. If you saw the movie you will remember the wonderful singer who accompanied him, she was great and really complimented the song. The original singer (Siedah Garrett) does a great job to. I wish I was able to convince Hubby that this would've made the PERFECT wedding song! :)
.....................................................................................
Numero 1.
We have a tie ladies and gents:
REMEMBER THE TIME
I know, its not the song with the best video (Though I thought and still think its awesome!) or the deepest lyrics, but I just frickin love this song. Can't pinpoint exactly why, but it just makes me wanna bust a move!!
THE WAY YOU MAKE ME FEEL
Nothin makes me wanna dance more then this song! I love the beat, the lyrics, the video, the everything about it!! When MJ did a surprise duet with Britney Spears (Gag) at an awards show a few years ago, they performed this song and it was so great!!
Some people might be surprised at some songs I've left off the list. There are no songs I really dislike, but there are a few I skip through, even though I take the time to add them to my IPOD Library or burn to a CD (I think its a loyalty thing).
Some of these said songs:
Beat It
Bad
Ben
and
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
Any surprises?
Thanks for reading my list. This was a fun post!!
RIP M.J.
In honor of the Great MJ I've compiled a list of his top ten tunes according to moi. See if you agree:
10. Thriller
You may be surprised that I chose this song as number ten. I've always liked it, but it doesn't make me really wanna groove like some of his others. I think the reason I like it so much is because it is Rockstar Daughter's absolute favorite! She is too cute singing along and making up dances....brings a tear to my eye, I tell ya!
9. This Is It
I really enjoyed the movie that came out shortly after his death and this was the title track and name of the movie. He is backed by an orchestra in one of the versions and its really a great song and actually kind of ironic.
8. Scream
Now, I'm not usually a fan of duets, but there is just something about Michael AND Janet Jackson singing together, dancing together and flipping the camera the bird together. I really liked this video and I always sing along!
7. Will You Be There
Anyone my age will remember the Free Willy movies. This song was played during the credits of the first movie and I've loved it ever since. I love how his voice sounds during this song and the lyrics are beautiful.
6. You Rock My World
This song reminds me of the Capri Club....shudder. I can recall many nights dancing like a maniac, trying to moonwalk (Oh god) across the dance floor and singing along as loud as I could! Good times.
5. Earth Song
How can you ignore a song that describes exactly what the world is going through. This song was actually recorded in 1995, and in my opinion was ahead of the game as far as talking about the environment. Here is a little tip....you have to listen to this song LOUD! It takes it to a whole new level.
4. Billie-Jean
Ahhh....my kitty's namesake. Has a special place in my heart. I've listened to this song since, forever. I still become mesmerized with the video and Rockstar Daughter knows all the words. Just a feel good song with a unique beat that cannot be, um....beat.
3. Human Nature
MJ recorded this song in 1983, when I was 1. I didn't know it existed then, but I started listening to it as a teenager and fell in love. No real reason, I just think the lyrics and melody are great.
2. I Just Can't Stop Loving You
Another Duet. If you saw the movie you will remember the wonderful singer who accompanied him, she was great and really complimented the song. The original singer (Siedah Garrett) does a great job to. I wish I was able to convince Hubby that this would've made the PERFECT wedding song! :)
.....................................................................................
Numero 1.
We have a tie ladies and gents:
REMEMBER THE TIME
I know, its not the song with the best video (Though I thought and still think its awesome!) or the deepest lyrics, but I just frickin love this song. Can't pinpoint exactly why, but it just makes me wanna bust a move!!
THE WAY YOU MAKE ME FEEL
Nothin makes me wanna dance more then this song! I love the beat, the lyrics, the video, the everything about it!! When MJ did a surprise duet with Britney Spears (Gag) at an awards show a few years ago, they performed this song and it was so great!!
Some people might be surprised at some songs I've left off the list. There are no songs I really dislike, but there are a few I skip through, even though I take the time to add them to my IPOD Library or burn to a CD (I think its a loyalty thing).
Some of these said songs:
Beat It
Bad
Ben
and
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
Any surprises?
Thanks for reading my list. This was a fun post!!
RIP M.J.
Another One Bites the Dust
Alas, dear Facebook, our intense Love/Hate relationship has finally ended after three years of fun, wonderment and hours upon hours of wasted time.
Yep, I've had it. I'm trying to cleanse my world of the evil. Besides keeping touch with my besties and wide spread fam, it has done little to help me! I know, its just mindless entertainment, but I'm over it. I had an account for three years and I'm going to take some time off! I'm going back to good ol email and texting and (CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?) the old fashioned phone!!! :)
I've been off it for about 21 hours so far and besides the occasional withdrawal symptom (night sweats, screaming in my sleep and constant crying) I've been fine! No, I kid, I kid.....I'm doing pretty good.
How long do you think you could last?
How long do you think I will last?
Yep, I've had it. I'm trying to cleanse my world of the evil. Besides keeping touch with my besties and wide spread fam, it has done little to help me! I know, its just mindless entertainment, but I'm over it. I had an account for three years and I'm going to take some time off! I'm going back to good ol email and texting and (CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?) the old fashioned phone!!! :)
I've been off it for about 21 hours so far and besides the occasional withdrawal symptom (night sweats, screaming in my sleep and constant crying) I've been fine! No, I kid, I kid.....I'm doing pretty good.
How long do you think you could last?
How long do you think I will last?
RIP
June 25th.
One year ago today Michael Jackson died. He was 2 months away from his 51st birthday. It was a sad day in our usually Happy Little Home. I remember that we were sitting on the side lines of Rockstar Daughter's first soccer game for that season when I received the first call. Ma D called to ask me if I heard the news. Now, usually I would be up on all the happenin's of this crazy world, but that particular day we were switching tv/internet and phone service providers and we were left without all three for about 12 hours. I refused to believe it. I decided that no matter what, if I didn't hear or see it for myself there was no way it could happen, right? Well, pretty soon after countless phone calls and posts on my FB wall and text messages from concerned friends and family I finally accepted it.
I know I'm sounding dramatic but....I LOVE HIM! I've been a huge fan since, well, my whole life! Ma and Pa H tell stories of me as a BABY sitting upright out of a dead sleep when Thriller came on the TV or radio. This always gave me a hilarious mental picture of them trying to keep MTV off the TV and keep the radio turned down when I was napping (This was probably not easy, music was always playing at our house. It's like I have my own personal soundtrack of my childhood). Anyways, I will elaborate on the MJ obsession. I have a cat named Billie-Jean and we had a pup named Jaxon (I switched the spelling so Hubby would agree to the name) who passed away only a few short months after his namesake. My IPOD is FULL of MJ songs and our wedding had all the classics played. I have 3 biographies, 2 calendars and DVDs which are all frequently used. While watching his televised funeral, I cried so hard I made Rockstar Daughter uncomfortable enough to quietly leave the room and CHOOSE to go do her homework in her room. With the door closed. And her stereo on Full Blast as to drown out my sobs. I still remember looking at her through my blurry from my tears, red, blotchy eyes and saying, very defensively, "I can't help it, it's just SO SAD!". Yep, that was her cue to leave me alone. Hopefully the therapy bill won't be too big.
I.JUST.LOVE.HIM.
I proclaim his innocence whenever I feel it is being questioned and Hubby STILL tries to argue with me. He never wins though. All my friends just accept the fact that his songs will always be played in my car, at parties or even as my ringtones. Even Rockstar Daughter has succumbed to the madness. She is the only 11 year old that can sing along with all the classics and really appreciates the music. Or, actually, she may be just humoring her Mamabear....either way, its fine with me!
MJ is missed all over the world, and very much by moi.
Just wanted to give a little shout-out to the King
RIP
One year ago today Michael Jackson died. He was 2 months away from his 51st birthday. It was a sad day in our usually Happy Little Home. I remember that we were sitting on the side lines of Rockstar Daughter's first soccer game for that season when I received the first call. Ma D called to ask me if I heard the news. Now, usually I would be up on all the happenin's of this crazy world, but that particular day we were switching tv/internet and phone service providers and we were left without all three for about 12 hours. I refused to believe it. I decided that no matter what, if I didn't hear or see it for myself there was no way it could happen, right? Well, pretty soon after countless phone calls and posts on my FB wall and text messages from concerned friends and family I finally accepted it.
I know I'm sounding dramatic but....I LOVE HIM! I've been a huge fan since, well, my whole life! Ma and Pa H tell stories of me as a BABY sitting upright out of a dead sleep when Thriller came on the TV or radio. This always gave me a hilarious mental picture of them trying to keep MTV off the TV and keep the radio turned down when I was napping (This was probably not easy, music was always playing at our house. It's like I have my own personal soundtrack of my childhood). Anyways, I will elaborate on the MJ obsession. I have a cat named Billie-Jean and we had a pup named Jaxon (I switched the spelling so Hubby would agree to the name) who passed away only a few short months after his namesake. My IPOD is FULL of MJ songs and our wedding had all the classics played. I have 3 biographies, 2 calendars and DVDs which are all frequently used. While watching his televised funeral, I cried so hard I made Rockstar Daughter uncomfortable enough to quietly leave the room and CHOOSE to go do her homework in her room. With the door closed. And her stereo on Full Blast as to drown out my sobs. I still remember looking at her through my blurry from my tears, red, blotchy eyes and saying, very defensively, "I can't help it, it's just SO SAD!". Yep, that was her cue to leave me alone. Hopefully the therapy bill won't be too big.
I.JUST.LOVE.HIM.
I proclaim his innocence whenever I feel it is being questioned and Hubby STILL tries to argue with me. He never wins though. All my friends just accept the fact that his songs will always be played in my car, at parties or even as my ringtones. Even Rockstar Daughter has succumbed to the madness. She is the only 11 year old that can sing along with all the classics and really appreciates the music. Or, actually, she may be just humoring her Mamabear....either way, its fine with me!
MJ is missed all over the world, and very much by moi.
Just wanted to give a little shout-out to the King
RIP
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