Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Christmas Day
| Christmas was amazing this year. Garon and I both felt as though this was our first Christmas since we have been married. Technically this is our third but the first year we were married we moved to AR, the second we traveled down to TX so we didn't do any decorating or anything like that so this year was the big whammy! It was wonderful because we have a beautiful daughter to share it with. We decorated cookies, went caroling to some friends, had company over, spent time with the Grandparents and enjoyed our holiday season. I love the holidays and the excitement that comes with them and I love I am able to spend them with the two people I love most. | ||||
Here is your warning: THERE ARE LOTS OF PICTURES ATTACHED We did not do very good at taking pictures of everything we did but we did manage to pull the camera out for Christmas morning. We all look tired (even the baby) but we had fun and enjoyed the time spent together.  |
 |
| Jillian loved the bows, it took her a little bit to realize there was more around. |
 |
| The elephant came from the stocking |
 |
| Along with the teething rings and that book down in her lap |
 |
| Doll from Hindmarsh Family |
 |
| So serious about opening her gifts |
 |
| Dad said: "Movie or Chew Toy?" |
 |
| Happy Baby |
 |
| Must say she didn't do too bad for First Christmas |
 |
| She was so content to sit and play and watch |
 |
| Just so you know, these knives are AMAZING |
 |
| Beautiful ornament from Hindmarsh Family (makes me miss my horn) |
 |
| I suppose I need to try to make a cheesecake now :) |
 |
| It is another picture of our happy baby |
 |
| Garon was happy with Santa |
 |
| Jillian decided she wanted to help daddy open stuff |
 |
| Push Up Pros...I hear they are amazing for push ups... |
 |
| New shirt |
 |
| Paper and Bows with teething ring in hand...slobber is explained |
 | ||||
| The best people that have ever come into my life! |
We are looking forward to this upcoming year and the many exciting things that are to come. Happy Holidays to all and may you have a wonderful New Year!
Monday, December 6, 2010
Just Stuff
Well, it has been one of those days. Jillian cried, ate, cried, slept for 15 minutes, cried, played, cried, cried, went in the car, got sleepy, cried, ate, got home and played, went grocery shopping, got home and played with Daddy, Daddy left for work and Jillian cried and cried and cried, I fed her, changed her diaper, tried to rock her, tried laying her down, and so much more and she just cried. At 5:00 p.m. this evening Ms. Jillian decided she was tired and went to sleep, she woke up at about 5:30 but was back in bed by 6:00 and will sleep until about 4 in the morning. With her not liking to nap early bedtime is a must but I must say it makes the evenings rather peaceful and I am able to accomplish the things I didn't get done all day long.
Jillian has been doing so much better as far as the crying goes. Having a day here and there is NOTHING compared to the nonstop I had for the first 3 months or so. She is such a blessing and Garon and I are both so grateful for the many blessings she brings into our lives.
On another note....
I think I am going to have to stop taking Yaz (that is the birth control I have been on). I took this before I got pregnant and had no problems with it at all. I have been on it for the past 4 months and each month right before I start my cycle I get this excruciating pain that I can only describe as contraction pains but it doesn't go away and it gets stronger and stronger and will last anywhere from 12 to 24 hours. After the extreme pain is gone I stay sore for another day or two and eventually get back to normal. I need to clarify, when I say I have pain, it isn't cramping, it feels like it is right below my right rib cage and it shoots all the way through to my back and goes down to my lower back (where the menstrual cramping is going on). When this hits I can't do anything, it hurts to stand, sit, lay down, or even just to move. I have been doing some research and Yaz is known to cause gallbladder issues but I don't know what to do because I can never get into the doctor when it hits because it is always on the weekend. I set up an appointment to go in tomorrow to discuss other options and see if the two are even related. I told Garon today that I am just falling apart.
Happy Note:
GARON IS OFF ON CHRISTMAS DAY!!!! I am super excited about this and as an extra bonus he is going to work days on the Tues-Thurs before Christmas. He does have to work Christmas Eve night but I can handle that.
Jillian has been doing so much better as far as the crying goes. Having a day here and there is NOTHING compared to the nonstop I had for the first 3 months or so. She is such a blessing and Garon and I are both so grateful for the many blessings she brings into our lives.
On another note....
I think I am going to have to stop taking Yaz (that is the birth control I have been on). I took this before I got pregnant and had no problems with it at all. I have been on it for the past 4 months and each month right before I start my cycle I get this excruciating pain that I can only describe as contraction pains but it doesn't go away and it gets stronger and stronger and will last anywhere from 12 to 24 hours. After the extreme pain is gone I stay sore for another day or two and eventually get back to normal. I need to clarify, when I say I have pain, it isn't cramping, it feels like it is right below my right rib cage and it shoots all the way through to my back and goes down to my lower back (where the menstrual cramping is going on). When this hits I can't do anything, it hurts to stand, sit, lay down, or even just to move. I have been doing some research and Yaz is known to cause gallbladder issues but I don't know what to do because I can never get into the doctor when it hits because it is always on the weekend. I set up an appointment to go in tomorrow to discuss other options and see if the two are even related. I told Garon today that I am just falling apart.
Happy Note:
GARON IS OFF ON CHRISTMAS DAY!!!! I am super excited about this and as an extra bonus he is going to work days on the Tues-Thurs before Christmas. He does have to work Christmas Eve night but I can handle that.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Pictures and Jillian Update
Milestones Jillian has made:
Rolling from front to back and back to front
Eating rice cereal twice a day
Eating veggies once a day
Sleeping from about 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (on average)
Slowly getting into a nap routine of some sort (short naps but naps none the less)
Starting to reach out to Mommy and Daddy
Will sit up until she realized she is sitting up
Loves to pull hair
Slobbers like a Queen
Rattles are miracle toys
Splashes in the bath
Loves listening to music while getting lotion after bath
Loves being without clothing as much as possible
Holding her own bottle (when she isn't too tired)
Occasionally will put herself to sleep
I am sure there is more that I am missing but this is all that is fresh on the top of my mind!
It's Christmas Time
The tree is up and trimmed and there are even a few presents beneath. The aroma of cinnamon and spice fill the air and you can often hear the tunes of Christmas carols in the background. I must say this is my favorite time of year, not because of the Santa Clause, the Reindeer, candy canes, or lots of goodies but because the spirit of loving can be felt, for the friendships that are renewed, for the joy that is seen on the faces of those we serve, for taking a little extra time to say hello, for the smiling faces in a world of trouble. This time of year holds so much joy that is often times forgotten.
I was in the car the other day and the thought came to me, "Why can't there be more Christmas like songs throughout the year?". I started reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas and what it means to me in my life. Last year I was just 2 months pregnant and scared to death because I didn't know if I would be able to carry this baby, how could I handle another devastating miscarriage, what kind of mom will I be if I am able to carry to term, will I be able to do what is best for this child inside? I must say I made it through and this year we will be having a little different Christmas because we have "our family". We have experienced a miracle this year and for that I am so thankful. As far as what kind of mom I am, that is still to be determined...I know that Garon and I do our best and we try to do everything we can to show our little Jillian that she is loved and adorned. I have been reflecting about Mary and her trials over the past few days, she was a strong courageous woman who stood for so much. She brought the Christ child into this world in a stable and his bed was a manger filled with hay. Oh the many blessings we have today! I was able to birth in a hospital, had painkillers available (not that I took any), and I was able to rest in a bed with covers.
My all time favorite Christmas songs is: Do You Hear What I Hear
I was in the car the other day and the thought came to me, "Why can't there be more Christmas like songs throughout the year?". I started reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas and what it means to me in my life. Last year I was just 2 months pregnant and scared to death because I didn't know if I would be able to carry this baby, how could I handle another devastating miscarriage, what kind of mom will I be if I am able to carry to term, will I be able to do what is best for this child inside? I must say I made it through and this year we will be having a little different Christmas because we have "our family". We have experienced a miracle this year and for that I am so thankful. As far as what kind of mom I am, that is still to be determined...I know that Garon and I do our best and we try to do everything we can to show our little Jillian that she is loved and adorned. I have been reflecting about Mary and her trials over the past few days, she was a strong courageous woman who stood for so much. She brought the Christ child into this world in a stable and his bed was a manger filled with hay. Oh the many blessings we have today! I was able to birth in a hospital, had painkillers available (not that I took any), and I was able to rest in a bed with covers.
My all time favorite Christmas songs is: Do You Hear What I Hear
Said the night wind to the little lamb
Do you see what I see
Way up in the sky little lamb
Do you see what I see
A star, a star
Dancing in the night
With a tail as big as a kite
With a tail as big as a kite
Said the little lamb to the shepard boy
Do you hear what I hear
Ringing through the sky shepard boy
Do you hear what I hear
A song, a song
High above the tree
With a voice as big as the sea
With a voice as big as the sea
Said the shepard boy to the mighty king
Do you know what I know
In your palace wall mighty king
Do you know what I know
A child, a child
Shivers in the cold
Let us bring him silver and gold
Let us bring him silver and gold
Said the king to the people everywhere
Listen to what I say
Pray for peace people everywhere
Listen to what I say
The child, the child
Sleeping in the night
He will bring us goodness and light
He will bring us goodness and light
The child, the child
Sleeping in the night
He will bring us goodness and light
Do you see what I see
Way up in the sky little lamb
Do you see what I see
A star, a star
Dancing in the night
With a tail as big as a kite
With a tail as big as a kite
Said the little lamb to the shepard boy
Do you hear what I hear
Ringing through the sky shepard boy
Do you hear what I hear
A song, a song
High above the tree
With a voice as big as the sea
With a voice as big as the sea
Said the shepard boy to the mighty king
Do you know what I know
In your palace wall mighty king
Do you know what I know
A child, a child
Shivers in the cold
Let us bring him silver and gold
Let us bring him silver and gold
Said the king to the people everywhere
Listen to what I say
Pray for peace people everywhere
Listen to what I say
The child, the child
Sleeping in the night
He will bring us goodness and light
He will bring us goodness and light
The child, the child
Sleeping in the night
He will bring us goodness and light
I don't really know why this is my favorite but it always causes me to ponder.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)