The Bomgaars

Jake and his Quad!!

2012-02-05T09:30:00.000-08:00

Happy Sunday!!!!!

I thought I'd post really quickly (since I just posted yesterday...I know, 2 post in a row! WOW!)

Yesterday Jake did NOT want to get off his quad!!! If you remember this picture at Christmas time, he did not even want to SIT on it.

He has slowly warmed up to it and whenever hes in the garage, he wants to ride!!!

Here is the video from yesterday!!! Hes ready for the desert!!!!

Miracle.

2012-02-04T09:56:00.000-08:00

Hes here! Hes Here!!!

Evan Nathaniel Weisenburger was born last night at 9:14pm. He weighed 7lbs 5oz and was 19.5 inches long! He is just PERFECT.

I was lucky enough to be in the room while he was being born. That wasn't the original plan. When we got to the hospital...I decided just to sneak in and say hi and share my excitedness. I had my camera on ready to go. I was about to leave when Jace told me to stay and take pics! I was SO excited because I secretly wanted to stay, but didn't want to intrude!

I had never been in a room when a baby was being born, and since my Csection experience was so different, it was so cool being in there!! (and I got some AMAZING pictures!!!)

The whole procress was just amazing! Like, really... I can' even discribe it. Sasha did so great, and my brother was SO FREAKING CUTE and the best husband/coach ever! While she was pushing, the whole room felt tense, and right when that little miracle popped out..it was like ahh. deep breathe out. Forget the pain, forget contractions...just a little miracle.

I'm so glad I got to expereince that. Now my baby fever is back and full blown! hehe

I can't wait to love on this little boy..and I can't wait for Jake and Evan to be bffs!!!! (do they call it bff for boys?? oh well, you get the point!)

Uh Oh.

2012-01-25T15:18:00.000-08:00

I've been DYING to share this video ever since he started staying it, but this weeks been CRAZY BUSY!

Jake started saying "UH" but not the "OH" part! A few days later..he could finally put it together and I got it on video! :)

Now he says it way faster...but you get the idea! :)

Enjoy and HappY Wednesday!!

Forever.

2012-01-21T11:21:00.000-08:00

It's been almost a MONTH since I updated. Sooo not okay! I've missed blogging!!!

I have been super busy with my job....and of course, JAKE! :)

I usually try and update while I'm at work on Saturday, but with the holidays and hosting my sister-in-law's baby shower at my house I've been slacking!

I cannot WAIT to meet baby Evan! Only a few more week! EEEk!

Here are a few pics from that:

Now for Jake news!!

We had his 1 year check-up and hes 22.5lbs and 31inch long! What a big boy!! He didn't get his boosters because he had a cough (and an ear infection I had NO idea about!) Hes doing great though. Lately hes been SUPER picky about eating. One day he will LOVE a food, the next he will not eat it. Weird. Hes also off bottles! Wahoo! :)

I'm getting anxious for him to walk..even though I know its going to be even more tough when he does. He got a few walk-behind toys and when we stand him up to walk, he would throw a fit and cry! This past Tuesday we put him behind his train and HE WALKED BEHIND IT!

It's little victories.

Here is a video

p.s. Please, Please Mute it before watching because I really sound like a psycho mother. I know that now that I said that, you will want to listen to it...so I guess I just apologize in advance.)

p.s.s. If you DO listen to it...notice that Jake starts walking when it says 1,2,3 lets go. Hes so talented. hehe

New with me:

I'm still in the class from you know where. Not gonna lie, most days are bearable.....and some of the kids I realllllllly like, but its pretty bad. I was telling Joel that if Jake EVER EVER acted like some of these kids act, we are in for some rough years!

One thing this class really has taught me is to bring every thing to God....and to pray for endurance!!! Everyday I walk to my room remember that God has put me at this school, in this room, and with these kids for a reason!!!

I'm going to be with this class for a few more weeks, then I'll be taking another job (at the same school till the end of the year) as an intervention teacher! I'm excited for a change of scenery.

I also got a new tattoo! (Sorry Mom..and Grandma!)
I got it done by Bret Butler on Nov.4. I have always wanted something else on my foot...and my favorite verse in the Bible is 1Cor 13:8: Love Never Fails. I really love the way it came out. It hurt A LOT more than I remember...but I think it was worth it!

Here is a pic of it when I first got it done. I've been back for a few touch up since this picture though! (notice heart dotting the i? I love it!)

Now on to random thoughts.

I'm in a Bible study/Discipleship group that I LOVE!Seriously, I really enjoy the times we meet..discuss life and the Bible. :)

I cannot wait for Bethenny Ever After to come back on! I love love love this show. She makes me smile with all her sass!!!!

I also can't wait to see the movie The Vow. It looks so good....plus I love me some Rachel McAdams & Channing Tatum!!! Wahoo!

That all for now! I reallllly hope that when I start my next job, I will have more time to update and blog...even if no one reads it anyway :)

xxoo

ALL boy!

2011-12-27T13:55:00.000-08:00

Jake has a new trick....(not that hes a dog or anything)

watch! :)

Christmas Must Be Something More!!

2011-12-24T09:32:00.000-08:00

I cannot believe its CHRISTMAS EVE!!!! Oh how does time fly!!

One of my favorite Christmas song is Taylor Swifts' "Christmas must be something more."
She pretty much talks about how Jesus is the reason for Christmas, as we can easily forget with all the lights, trees, and presents.

"Here's to be birthday boy who saved our lives! Its something we all try to ignore, and put a wreath upon our door, but here's something you should know that is for sure...Christmas must be something more!

Here's here song with the lyrics!!!

As much as I'm excited to see Jake open is his presents this year, I'm really excited about reading him the Christmas story book that he got last year!

Wise men. Guiding star. Mary. Joseph. No room in the inn. Baby Jesus. The REAL story.

Merry Christmas, peeps!!!!

Jake's First Birthday!

2011-12-21T09:51:00.000-08:00

Here is the link to my fb to see all of Jake's pictures from his first birthday bash!!!!!! PICS

Here are some pics from Jake's first haircut, in November! It wasn't a major haircut, just a few snips here and there! I'm so grateful that Holly could come and do this for us!

Before

During

After! yay!

december.

2011-12-17T09:38:00.000-08:00

Hi! Long time no type, eh?

Let me just say that December has been I N S A N E L Y busy...but filled with SO much fun!

Jake is now a 1 year old! I have a one year old child! CRAZY!!!!!

His birthday party went great, but I'm so glad its over!!! Seriously, I think it HAD to be the cutest cowboy party ever!! Just wait..you'll see!!!! That thing stressed. me. out. though. I've got so many good pictures that I need to go through and share! Now that I'm on break, I can do that!

Speaking of break...HALLELUJAH 3 weeks off!!! As thankful as I am to have a long term job, I am extremely thankful for these 3 weeks to spend with Jake, shopping, play dates, reality tv! (ohh and hallmark movies!!)

Also, my birthday was on the 13th! The big 2-6! It doesn't feel much different than 25. Joel got me some beautiful flowers then took me to outback where we indulged in a blooming onion and a delicious dinner! MM! Then, last night he surprised me with dinner with my friends, then cowboy country! What a thoughtful hubby I have!

Other updates not about me:
1. My sister is engaged!!! Yep!! It happened two weeks ago in NY!!! I'm so happy she's found a good guy and is happy!
2. Val is having a BOY!!!!!!!!!!!! Wahooo! She is so lucky to have one of each now!!! I'm so excited for her!!!!

I have 3 Christmas parties to go to this weekend, then a week to go shopping for everyone...then it's CHRISTMAS!!!! AHH! I This year has gone by so quickly! It will be so weird writing 2012! I just go used to writing 2011!! haha

Well, be looking for Jake's birthday pictures!!!!! Hopefully I can get them up this week!!

The break in.

2011-11-30T15:17:00.000-08:00

I told you guys I would write a blog about the craziness that happened this morning, so here it is. (I just got down at work and am pretty much calmed down so I can explain atll the deets!)

Some background info: 2 weeks ago, Joel came home from work at about 1:30pm and the kitchen window screen was off..and the bathroom window screen door was pryed open. We called the police and they took a report...took fingerprints...and thats it. freaky right?

Now today:

I woke up like normal...5:36..took a shower, got ready, ate breakfast, then waited for Jake to get up.
When I heard the munchkin at around 6:35am, I got him...then went change his diaper....when the door bell rang.

In my head I was like, "Who the heck is ringing my bell at 6:45!" Knowning that if it was one of my family members they would be calling...I looked through my front blinds at the door. I see a 20ish year old girl. I didn't recognize her or her red, 2door car across the street. Keeping Jake quiet...I decided not to answer the door. I kept looking through the blinds to see if she was going to ring again or leave. I saw her leave...walk to her car and get in. I thought she left in her car.

I go to make Jake a bottle, sit on the couch and call Joel. I was just telling him about this RANDOM girl who came to our door and how werid it was. As I was feeding Jake, I decided to just double check if the car was gone. To my surprise, the car was back (or still there.)

weird.

I was still on the phone with Joel saying how werid and random this girl was when I start to hear banging and noises at the sliding glass door. HOLY CRAP. Someone is trying to break it! Joel told me to call 911, so as I was holding jake and his bottle in his mouth, I go toward the screen door, open the curtian and BAM...there are 2 black guys standing in front of me with tools in their hands trying to open my sliding glass door.

Right when I pulled the curtian, one guy when to the left, the other to the right. After the ran, I quickly went to the front windows and looked out to see them running down the street, and the car following them.

I then callled 911 and was balling because I'm so freaked out.

The cops came...took a report and the fingerpring lady came too.

HOW CRAZY IS THAT?????

So that freaking girl came to my door to see if i was home so her firends could break in! WHO DOES THAT??? urgh.

I just wonder what she would have done/said/asked if I HAD opened the door.
Also, I was thinking I should have called the cops before opening the curtian, then they might have caught them.

Oh well. I could go on with a bunch of shoulda,woulda, coulda.

I must say, that was the scariest moment of my life. I'm so thankful they didn't get in and Jake and I are safe.

So there it is. Crazy stuff.

Hap Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-24T09:20:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving!!

I wanted to share a fun song!!!This is a couple goes to my church and their song was played at the end of Extreme Home Makeover last week!! Spread the word!!!

my first pintrest saying.

2011-11-23T16:02:00.000-08:00

Yes, I'm lame. I was editing some pics on photoshop, and then went to send my mom something on fb....and did this. So, I made a pin about it. bhahaha

You know you do this allll the time too! Don't hate!

Thanksgiving and fun!

2011-11-19T08:37:00.000-08:00

Lol...Poor turkeys. However, I cannot WAIT to eat one! :) I think I'm most excited for the pumpkin pie, mash potatoes and turkey sandwiches! I'm anxious how Jake likes a good, thanksgiving meal!

On Thanksgiving at my Moms, we are going to make salt dough ornaments with the kiddos! I want to make this a tradition, then I"ll remember Jake's hand print for years to come (and any other kiddos I have!)

Last year at this time, I was anxiously awaiting Jake....now I'm anxiously awaiting his first birthday! I CAN'T BELIEVE HES GOING TO BE ONE YEAR OLD ALREADY!!!! :( :)

I can't contain the excitement of only working 1.5 days this week!!!!!!!!! HOORAY! After Thanksgiving break, we come back..it's December... I work for 3 more weeks then have 3 weeks vacay!!!!! AND...throw Jake's birthday and my birthday in the mix....and, duh, CHRISTMAS! Gah! So much to look forward too!I'm also excited to start decorating for Christmas and start shopping! This year is just going to be so different with Jake around...I can't wait!

ANYWAY!

The Fabulous Holly Leach took some family pictures for us...and I LOVE the way they turned out! She takes great pictures! Here are a few of my favorite!

I hope everyone has a GREAT Thanksgiving! :)

Jason Aldean.

2011-11-12T08:58:00.000-08:00

I have a mild obsession with Jason Aldean. I hear the first step of recovery is acceptance. haha
Now, I know that lots of girls/women have crushes on celebrities or singers.

This is not one of those. This is not a crush. This is l e g i t admiration.

No, really though. His rugged, good looks is probably only 5% of my obsession. Maybe less. Honestly, he is attractive..but not like OH MY GOSH look at him.

It's his music. His songs. His voice.

I could, and have, and do listen to his songs over and over and over again. (Poor hubby should know every word to his songs as much as I listen to him)

My good friends all know about this mild "obsession" (I'm using the term lightly here!)

Lets just make one thing clear here;No, I don't want to marry him or have his babies.

I would just LOVE to meet him, have him sing me his songs (and i sing the harmonies of course)...and talk about them and how he wrote them.

Now, you might say, "Yeah, his songs are on the radio are pretty good." You would be right. However, my favorite songs from him are not the ones on the radio! There are some serious hidden treasures on his cds!

I also read a little blurp on him in People Mag. He is such a family man...married his high school sweetheart, and has 2 daughters. He cut down his touring schedule just so he could spend more time with his family.

I realize that I am a unique, music (especially country) obsessed girl and not everyone is going to love everything I love, but I thought I'd just share my obsession. This obsession is nothing new...I've liked Jason since his first single, Amarillo sky.

Now, if you have heard his songs on the radio and liked them, I urge you to go get his cds and listen to his other songs. Here are a few songs I LOVE:

Fly over states
Best of me
Back in this cigarette
Don't Give up on me
Even if I wanted to
I'm just a man
Keep the girl
On my Highway
You're the love I wanna be in

"I wanna be there when you wake up, be more that just your friend. Baby there's no mistakin, You're the love I wanna be in."

"I'm torn and its tearing me apart I wanna go but I don't wanna break her heart. Like a sword with a double edge blade, its gonna cut me either way. This little town, that big ole world, chase the dream...or keep the girl."

ENJOY!

Happy Birthday, Joel B!

2011-11-05T08:39:00.000-07:00

In honor of Joel's birthday today, I thought I would post a song that Toby Keith wrote for him (not really, but anyone that knows Joel, knows he loves his red cups!!!!)

I'm so glad Joel was born 27 years ago! Can't wait to spend MANY more birthdays with him!!!!

xoxoxoxox

p.s. this is the un-edited version...so beware. Its not that nasty..just a warning!

Pictures and Updates!

2011-10-30T09:45:00.000-07:00

Happy Sunday!!!!!!!!!

I wanted to update you guys with a few pictures of pumpkin patch/birthday stuff before I get too overwhelmed this week with parent teacher conferences!

Oo..I have to share! I hit my goal of 25lbs!!!! I weighed this morning and was down 1.8, which puts me at 26.4lbs gone! Wahoo! I need to celebrate!!!

Ok..now on to the pics! I took some pics of Jake for his birthday invitation (which I made and will share once everyone gets theirs in the mail)...but until then...I put up one of the pics that I absolutely LOVED from our min shoot! Then, here are some pics from our trip to the pumpkin patch!!!!

Adorable, right????

Cheese!!!

mini me

love him!

classic Jake-screaming- face

family pic!!!!

Have a GREAT Halloween everyone! Pics to come of the cutest puppy dog you will ever see!!!!!

School, Jake and .4

2011-10-22T08:43:00.000-07:00

Okay, I'm a sucky blogger now. Or maybe I always was...but I am for sure now! :(

Life has been SO busy....but a good busy!

My plan was to update my blog every Saturday at work, but I have been suck with piles of grading instead.

I love my job. I'm sad its only lasting until Marchish...because I finally know the kids, got them under control *kinda*, and am kinda starting to like them! Don't roll your eyes! Yes, I complain every day about em...but they are KINDA growing on me.

1 out of 5 of my problem kids moved. WAHOO. One problem solved. When we are not biting, socking, or yelling at people..my class actually functions! Little victories.

My next task to accomplish is progress reports (I'm almost done!), and then....the dreaded
parent

teacher

conferences.

wahhhhhh.

Theses things scare me. Especially when I have to tell them their kid does not know how to read, write a sentence, or write his numbers :( Thankfully I only have 1 of those, but still. I'm scared.

Now on to JAKE! :) My boy is getting so big!!! He now claps when I sing patty cake. He can high five, wave bye bye, give kisses on command, and army crawl. He still doesn't crawl completely...but that's ok!He will do it on his time! On the other hand, hes good at taking steps and holding himself up!

I started working on things for his party! I can't believe he is going to be 1 in less than 2 months!!!

I haven't taken his 10 month picture yet, yes I'm a slacker, but today I'm going to take his cowboy picture for his birthday invitation! He is gonna be thee CUTEST cowboy around! I can't wait to show you guys! :)

Now on to .4. I am .4lbs away from reaching 25lbs!!!! I really was hoping I was going to get it today..but last night I was tempted by the devil (aka Jeff) and him and Joel brought back 2 peanut butter and chocolate brownie sundaes! I indulged and had 5 bites, then stopped. Hey, I still lost 1.8 this morning..so not TOO shabby!!! So...24.6 pounds gone.

I would be happy if I lost 2 more...but REALLY i would like to lose 7-10 more. We will see.

We are excited to go Gavin Evan's first birthday party today, then out to the 909 for some Val, Todd and Brooke time!!! Tomorrow, 30 of the Bomgaars gang are taking a train out to San Juan Cap for Grandma Greta's birthday!! That will be SO FUN! What a fun weekend ahead!!!!

Hope you all have a great weekend.

No need for words :)

2011-10-11T17:06:00.000-07:00

Crazy Crazy Crazy!!!

2011-10-08T11:55:00.000-07:00

Hello!!!!!

Gosh, it feels like its been FOREVER since I last updated!!!

Here is quick update:

Jake is 10 months old (as of yesterday!) I haven't taken his 10 month pics yet, but I will do it asap!)

I'm starting to plan for Jaker's 1st bday! The first craft night is 10/15! If you have any ideas for a western/cowboy party..PLEASE let me know! ( I am not crafty and would LOVE any ideas!)

I got a long-term job teaching 2nd grade in Paramount...until MARCH! (Which is why I've been MIA lately!) The class is CRAZY, naughty, and very low...but we are working through it all! If you're friends with my on fb..you will hear all the crazy stories! ha!

I'm down 20.4lbs on weight watchers (I lost 3lbs last week due all the madness of starting this job!)

I started a Dicipleship group with my church (www.erc.la check it out!) and I'm pretty sure its going to be an amazing experience!! Wahoo!

I think that's all.

Until next time! (hopefully its sooner!!)

Mushy Mushy and Yay!

2011-09-22T15:04:00.000-07:00

Last night as Jake was rolling around on the floor...I looked at Joel and said, "Can you believe hes ours?!"

I have these mushy moments ~~occasionally~~ a lot. As Jake is getting bigger and is ALMOST (okay, in 3 months) a year old...I can't help but to think of how special he is. He has changed our lives so much and I don't know what I ever did without him!

A few days ago, our redneck side came out. We threw out a blanket on the front lawn and sat out as a family, enjoying the evening! I took a few pics:

Now for the YAY part!!! I'm down 16.4 (and I weigh in tomorrow before vacay.) Hooray!! Also, I ran around the block 4x without stopping ( a mile). Before I lost this weigh..I was DYING running around once! YAY for little victories!!!

9 Months

2011-09-15T09:16:00.000-07:00

I cannot beleive i have a 9 month old in my house!!!!!!!! AHH!

At his 9 month appointment, he weighed 18.10lbs (25%) and was 28inch long (50%)!!

I wanted to take his 9 month pic, but of course, as soon as I stuck the tie on, he was grabbing at it. I only got a few good shots, but a few is better than none!! :)

Here they are! Enjoy!!

Jake will HATE me for this one! Saw this pic on pintrest and decided to try it. The blue horse is made by my grandma for jake! :)

cutest. picture. ever.

9 month tie!

Cheese!!!

Brookie

2011-09-11T14:40:00.000-07:00

Val stopped by on Friday and I "tried" to take a few pics of Brooke! That girl is on the GO and would hardly look straight at the camera! It was fun, though, and we were laughing!!!

Here are some of my favs:

I had to throw in one of b and jake, too! He wasn't too fond of her hugs and kisses haha.

Yes!!!!!!

2011-09-10T11:39:00.000-07:00

I try to plan lunch/coffee dates with my girlfriends around weight watchers. I don't want to set myself up for failure and not be prepared. ( I sound like SUCH a dork, but its true!!!)

We were just going to go to starbucks, so I can get my 4ptp mocha light, but my girlfriend wanted to do lunch!

So..........

Thank you, Mimi's Cafe, for having your nutritional values up on your website. Although 80% of their food is WAY over my points value (and i secretly figured out that my FAVORITE 5 way grilled cheese sandwich is a RIDICULOUS amount of points), I still found something I would enjoy!!!!! I used my handy-dandy Iphone points plus calculator...found what I wanted to "Spend" (how many points I wanted to use for lunch) and am ready to stay on track!!!

Here is what I came up with
Mix and Match:
French Onion Soup (Cup)- 6 points plus
Side Green Salad- 3 points plus
Salsa for dresssing- 0
Side of Fruit-0
Total: 9 points

I'm trying to be good today, because I weigh in tomorrow morning. I don't think i'll lose much (if any) this week because I only worked out once...and have been not tracking as I should.

Oh well. 13.6 down total..6 more lbs till Pre-Jake weight!

2 Rants & 1 Rave

2011-09-08T13:57:00.000-07:00

Rant :
The other day on facebook, I asked my lady friends recommendations for face cleansers, moisturizers, toners..ect. MANY of them suggested cetaphil. So...I go to Costco...get the double pack thinking I was set. Yes. Cleaner, softer, healthy looking skin.

fail.

My face hates me.

After a a few days of using the dumb stuff, Ive had more breakouts then a 14 year old freshman in high school. I gave it a few more days, and my face started getting REALLY dry.

What the heck man.

Needless to say, I'm going to target and going back to "good ole reliable" clean and clear (and under control). ha! Oh well. Maybe Ill try something else.

Rant:

Ants.

I honestly believe that God DID have good intentions when creating ants...but I don't think he intened on them to raid my house and make me miserable, which is what they have been doing the past couple of days. Every where I look, there is another little, sucker. I HATE THEM! Please go away. I know you're hot and want some water..but fine someone with a Pool or something!!

Another thing on my list at target...ant killer.

Rave:

A blog I stalk suggested using a lip color thats like half lipstick and half lip gloss. I decided to try it, since chap stick was just not cutting it these days. I acutally REALLY like it. Besides the fact I'm not used to seeing color on my lips, and a feel kinda awkard, but I had it on once, and joel said "Hot Mama!"

I've been wearing it since. ha!

So if you see me around with pinkish looking lips...its the Pretty Amazing Lip Color from bare essentials.

That's all for today!! Off to Jake's 9 month appointment! Stats and pics to come! :)

Whats new???

2011-09-03T10:36:00.000-07:00

Ah, I'm such a slacker!! Things have been pretty busy around the Bomgaars house!

I ended up trying out for the voice, along with thousands of other wannabes. I met people who came all the way from Kansas, Oregon and Utah, JUST To try out!!The whole process took about 3 hours. Once registered you were put in groups of 10, then placed in 3 different waiting rooms. When the time finally came, the group of 10 went into a room and sang a verse and chorus in front of a producer. No one in my group made it, and there were some AMAZING voices. Oh well. I wasn't too bummed. If someone from my group DID make it, I think I would have felt worse.

On the day of my audition, a big, industrial truck came down my street and used MY driveway to try and back up his truck and trailer. Fail. He ended up hitting the front of our house and did some structural damage. Luckily its a HUGE company and they are going to take care of us! :) Wahoo!

On Wed I officially registered to be a substitute teacher in the city of Paramount. I immediately was given a job for Thursday and Friday! I was kind of freaking out because I was thinking I would have until after Labor Day to get back into the work schedule. It was hard leaving Jake again... but It was SO nice being so close to home and working in the city I live in! I have 5 more days of work already for the next two weeks :) Things are looking up!!!

Update on Weight watchers: I haven't updated since my FIRST weigh in. I'm at 11.2lbs gone! wahoo! I'm weighing in tomorrow, since they will be closed on Monday. This means I can REALLY enjoy some yummy bbq on Monday :)

Jake is getting SO big. He is still not crawling, but looks SO cute trying (Sasha says he looks like a fish flopping around..ha!) We have his 9 month appointment this coming week. Ill post his stats then! Here is a pic of him in 12 month "big boy" jammies!! Love him!!!

Photoshoot

2011-08-22T14:22:00.000-07:00

Jake and I had a little photoshoot today. Above are my favorites :)

I need YOUR help!

2011-08-19T08:46:00.000-07:00

So...I've decide I AM going to try out for the Voice on August 30th. I mean, why not. What is there to lose?

I need to have 2 songs ready (to sing A Capella) for the producers. I'm not sure if Ill be singing the WHOLE song, or just 30 seconds? It doesn't say.

Since I like to sing country, I was thinking I would do a country song, then a pop song.

Its SO hard narrowing it down to just 2. I also wondered if I should do a popular song from an artist, or a song that is not so popular.

Below are the videos/songs of my potential choices. SOME of you are lucky enough to have heard me sing some of these songs...but for those of you haven't..what would you chose for me?? Remember the first auditon has to be A Capella- no music. just me.

For country, I was thinking Whitney Duncan, Sugarland, or Sara Evans.

Here is the Whitney Duncan- Skinny Dippin song

Here is Sugarland- Baby Girl

and last Sara Evans- Stronger

Now for a pop song. This is where I'm not sure which way I should go.
I was thinking Sara Barielles, Rhianna or........thats all I've got. Any Suggestions???

Sara Barielles- Love song or Vegas?

Vegas

Rhianna- Take a bow

There you have it. What do YOU think??? Any other songs you would suggest???

please please pleas help a sista out! ;)

To continue...

2011-08-18T09:18:00.001-07:00

with my moaning and groaning:

I was reading Nailstah's blog and usually shes all about nailpolish and such, but she was on a ranting about a few different things and this one I had to agree with. She said this:

"5. Job hunting.. sooo… jobs want to hire someone with experience. But, they won’t hire you because you don’t have experience. So, how are you supposed to get a job that only hires someone with experience when you don’t have experience. *shrug* the vicious cycle known as life."

pretty much sums up my job search as of now.

the end.

Update (from previous post)

2011-08-16T14:34:00.000-07:00

I never got "the call."

I'm assuming I didn't get the job and am moving on.

I'm no longer looking at teaching ideas on pintrest or proteacher...but now looking at substitute forms and ideas to keep the kids under control.

Oh well. I'm building a bridge and getting over it.

I'm thinking maybe God didn't let me have this job because:
1. He wants me to spend more time with Jake
2. He wants me to audition for the voice
3. I'm going to be famous.

ha.

:)

waiting...

2011-08-15T13:26:00.000-07:00

I feel like a little, high school girl...patiently waiting for the phone to ring from that special "someone."

I had a job interview last Thursday and the principal said, "I'll try and let you guys know by Monday..."which, in my head, means Monday.

In my head..she never said TRY.

So, since I woke up this morning until right now, I am constantly checking my mail and making sure my phone is not on silent.

I have a feeling I'm not going to get the job. Why? Because I feel that if a teacher with 2 or even 1 year of in the classroom experience went up against me..someone who has been "just a sub" for the last 3 years.

I guess in my situation, its a win/win. If I get the job, HOORAY. If I don't, I get to sub and spend more time with Jake..HOORAY.

But I REALLLLLLLLLLLLLLY want this job.

So...here I sit at work. I think I looked at EVERY website on the internet to keep myself busy.

I know God has this all figured out. I just need to LET GO! (Which is SUPER hard btw)

Ill keep you posted.

Filled.

2011-08-11T09:00:00.000-07:00

You will never realize how empty you are until you find out how it is to be filled.

Truth.

Ive been stalking Tumblr lately and I found all theses post about people longing to reconnect or get closer with God. Is it sad to say I'm glad I'm not alone? Not that I've fallen off the turnip truck or anything...I just have a wish to be closer with God...spend more time with him and the his word.

I guess I'm just glad I found these...because I ~~learned~~ remembered that having a relationship with God, or anyone, is a day to day decision and takes effort.

I want to be filled...or re-filled rather.

What if..

2011-08-10T09:02:00.000-07:00

What if you woke up today with only the things you thanked God for yesterday?

Holy cow. That is a wake up call if I've ever read one.

I found this on pintrest...and when I read it, I literally stopped, posted it on facebook...and just sat in silence.

What if that really happened? I"ll admit, on that specific day...I would only have Jake. Its not that I'm not so thankful for everything....but the question asked what if I woke up today with ONLY the things I thanked God for YESTERDAY.

This has been a GREAT reminder of how I need to tell God how thankful I am for all the blessings he has given me.

Needless to say, my prayers at night are SUPER long...but so good!

What are you thankful for? Remember to thank God for them!!!

Scripture and a Snapshot

2011-07-31T07:46:00.000-07:00

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. – Psalm 19:1 (NIV)

I shot this picture of Silver Lake last weekend. Seeing this picture reminds me of how great God is. Looking at his beautiful handiwork makes me wonder how anyone can deny him and what he has done.

Rebecca St. James said it so well in her song: Song of love
"The heavens declare You are God
And the mountains rejoice
The oceans cry Alleluia
As we worship You Lord
For this is our Song of Love"

Job fairy and God

2011-07-26T20:48:00.001-07:00

Dear Job Fairy,

It's almost THAT time of year again...where teachers are getting their stuff ready, classrooms set up, name tags written, first day of school activities flowing though their heads. I wrote to you last year during this time, and you didn't come through. You gave me lots of sub jobs before and after Jake which was great, but now I really need a full time job.
This will be my 3rd year subbing...and although it's been GREAT, especially with our newest edition....I would LOVE to put that BIOLA education and the teaching board on pintrest to use. ;)

Dear God,

I hate that I worry and worry every year during this time, frantically checking my mail and sending out resumes to schools hoping it will be my time to be a "real" teacher.
I hate that I'm not more grateful for the sub jobs you have provided for me. I just really would like a job, but you know that. You know my heart.
Please help me to be patient, content, and grateful for whatever happens in August/September.
If I sub another year, over take my heart and give me peace that this is what I'm supposed to be doing.

Job fairy- I wish you were real. God- i know you are. I need you now.

Quicky...

2011-07-25T19:16:00.000-07:00

This post will be quick because I am EXHAUSTED today ( not really sure why, maybe it was because I was SO itchy from all my mosquito bites, I decided to wake up at 5:30 when Joel left and just get ready! blah!)

I have a few pics to share from our trip to Silver Lake, but they will have to wait until next post.

Here is something to get ya by.

Quite the ladies man, eh? Oh yea. The shirt says it all :)

Camera Phone Shoot

2011-07-19T09:58:00.000-07:00

Jake and I had a mini, front view of my iphone, photo shoot yesterday. The pictures are small, grainy, and unfocused...but oh so cute!!! I've got a stud muffin on my hands!! (isn't the one of him giving me a miss ADORABLE???)

I spotted 2 new teeth coming in on top!!! This means Jake has 4 teeth now!!! AHH. When the heck did he get so big?? And, hes attempting to crawl (sometimes). Speaking of this..let me share with you a convo I had with a lady (who had a 2 year old in her cart) while grocery shopping:

Lady: Hes so cute, how old is he??
Me: Thanks, 7 months.
Lady: Is this your first?
Me: Yes
Lady: Thats fun. Good luck, I wouldn't go back to when she was 7 months.
Me: Really why?
Lady: She is a HANDFUL.
Me: Really?? He (jake) is very chill.
Lady: Oh, thats good. Is he crawling yet?
Me: Nope
Lady: Ohhhhhh thats why its so easy for you! Just wait.
Me: blank stare.

Is it really that bad once that start crawling??? GAH

WW update:
Well, I went to weigh in for the first time yesterday...and I only lost 2!!! Now, I know its better than gaining 2...but I guess I was hoping for more! If I only lost 2 being home all week/weekend, then how I am going to do when I go on vacations the next 3 weekends :-/ I guess I can only do my best.

Scripture & a Snapshot

2011-07-17T10:14:00.001-07:00

I found this idea from her, and thought it would be fun to do! You put a picture, a verse, then a little blub about it! Here we go!

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. Ephesians 1:3

Jake has been the BIGGEST blessing in my life. I am so grateful God has blessed me and allowed me to be a mother to this precious little boy!

Just one more tablespoon...

2011-07-16T09:35:00.000-07:00

I'm choking down my coffee this morning because of this:

1 tbsp of vanilla creamer= 1 point on ww+.

I need WAY more than 1...so I've been trying 2. 2 is just n o t enough..but I don't want to waste another point.

pathetic. ha! I'm ~~praying~~ hoping that after a while, it will start to taste better.

I really am liking the new weight watchers program and how its consuming my life (kinda). Every thing that goes into my mouth is followed by a "how-many-points-is that" thought going through my head. I kinda like it, it gives me something to do...something to keep track of.

My goal of working out ATLEAST 1x this past week has been successful. (Wahoo!) In fact, I hiked a 3.5ish trail, walked 5 miles..and even tried PILATES! (I bought a mat, too, which means I need to stick with it!)

I've even got the Hubs on board with me! These next couple of weeks are gonna be ROUGH because we've got so many vacations, but I'm going to try REALLLLLY hard to stick with it.

Gotta look good for The Voice auditions right? ha.

My first weigh in is on Monday. We'll see how it goes!
(it better go freaking amazing because I haven't cheated AT ALL!)

God only knows.

2011-07-15T19:42:00.001-07:00

One of the blogs I followed posted about this family, who's son (at 7.5 months) got diagnosed with a brain tumor.

They decided to bring him home, to go to his home in heaven.

Tears are running down my face as I type. Jake is 7 months old.

I just couldn't imagine.

Prayers.

God only knows.

Faces...

2011-07-14T09:48:00.000-07:00

only a mother could love? Come on, even with that face..ya GOTTA love him!

Lately, Jake has been making this...face. Its kinda like the one on the bottom right (above). Sometimes he adds a snort!! (Remember when he was a newborn and he snorted when he cried..yep its like that!)

I know you're all DYING to hear it...and yes, I got it on my flip!

Enjoy :)

mm..clean clothes!

2011-07-13T13:34:00.001-07:00

I have been looking EVERYWHERE trying to find that "fresh off the clothesline, swaying in the country breeze" smell for my laundry. Ive tried almost all the different brands at target, even tried Melaleuca...but it didn't quite have what I wanted. I'm not sure WHY I never tried this one...but I'm sure glad I did! Look no further!
Mmm Tide with Febreeze- Spring and Renew hit the spot! It smells soo good!!

That's all. :) OH, in case your wondering.

I'm all signed up at Weight Watchers again...the ladies even REMEMBERED me (how embarrassing) from over 4 years ago! Day 2 is going good. Wahoo! :)

I'm doing it...again.

2011-07-11T08:41:00.000-07:00

I saw this quote on pintrest...and it really hit me. Although it super simple, it meant a lot to me and, sadly, sums up a lot of things in my life:

Yesterday you said today.

As I let that sink in my head, I realized all the things that his quote applies to; running, spending more time with God, doing devotions, diets...I'm telling you the list could go on. I never wanted to be THAT person who is like this.

I decided to make some changes.

For the ~~1000th~~ 5th time in my life, I'm starting weight watchers a g a i n. I'm pretty excited about it. I KNOW it works, ya just gotta stick to the program!!! I really want to get the baby weight off and be more healthy. I was going to wait until mid August to join, because that would be after all my vacations...but what the heck..I need to join now.
Spending more time with God. This is the most important..and I think that once I do this, it will help in other areas of my life too, including weight watchers!
Working out. Even if its just walking for 30 minutes. I'm going to try to be realistic in my goals (So not saying I'm going to run everyday, because we all know that will never happen...hey maybe someday!) So walking AT LEAST 1x a week (and I know i can do that, and probably more!)

So..how am I going to make this happen? I NEED accountability. I need someone who will kick my butt into gear when I fall off the wagon. I know not a lot of people read my blog, but I feel better about writing it out...so now my goals are written (or typed in this case) down for all to see.

So there ya have it.

Testing testing 123

2011-07-10T21:11:00.001-07:00

I'm writing from my iphone, a new app I found! Let's see if it works....

Happy 7 Months Jake!!!!

2011-07-07T14:10:00.001-07:00

Big boy in a cart for the first time!!!

Playing with his toys!
Sitting up all by himself!!

First time in the pool, relaxing! He LOVED it!!

In other news:

I was thinking of auditoning for American Idol this year...but decided not to (since I would have to be in San Diego right now registerting.) I'm kinda kicking myself for not just doing it. However, I think I"ll try out for The Voice. The auditions are at the end of August (which if I WERE to get a job, I probably wouldn't be able to go). I would have to chose 2 songs to sing Acapella . Hmm. We will see!!

First weekend away! (and more!)

2011-06-27T16:14:00.000-07:00

SCHOOLS OUT FOR THE SUMMER (Think of me singing it in an Alice cooper voice!) WAHOOOO!

This past weekend was my FIRST 3 days away from Jake. We both survived! He got to spend the weekend with Joels parents, and sounded like they had A LOT of fun :) Here is a pic of Jake's firs time in Grandma and Grandpa's jacuzzi:

As you can tell, he loved it! I can't wait to get him in a pool! Maybe this week!! :)

I had a great time with the Hubs, Jace, Sasha, Holly and Jeff in Havasu. The weather was PERFECT, the drinks were cold, and the company was great! I got a nice tan too! Wasn't TOO thrilled about being in a bathing suit, but THANK GOD for tankinis ;) (no one wants to see my freddy krueger stretch marks...yes they are STILL there)
I have yet to take Jake's 6th month pictures (Bad mom alert), but I figure since I waited so long, I'll have to just be late with his 7 month pics! Whoops

So far Jake has LOVED every new food we have tried. So far he has had:

Apples
Pears
Green Beans
Peas
Sweet Potato
Carrots
Ice cream (just a bite!)

Lets see..what else? I'm trying to start a diet today (story of my life), which I already set myself up for failure because I KNOW I'll cheat on 4th of July. I cannot resist homemade ice cream. (see how little will power I have.) Blah but YUM at the same time!! :)) <--double chin happy face ha!

umm omg. PINTREST. I have an addicting with the website. At first I was cool, yeah yeah whatever..but now..I find myself going crazy on that site!! Check it out if you haven't already and FIND Me!

I'll leave you with a pic from fathers day of, of the original weisenburger 5 picture :) I love my family!!!

my handsome little man.

2011-06-20T13:27:00.001-07:00

6th Grade Class from...you know where..

2011-06-11T12:58:00.000-07:00

The cartoon above explains it all. I guess I should have wore my protective gear this past Thursday. Let me explain:

(This might be long, so if you don't wanna read it all here is a summary : Six graders, with 2 weeks left of school, at a school I hate...are little PUNKS!)

I love subbing middle school. You can be sassy and funny and they understand it all. I especially like 6th graders, because they are still little and have the least attitude.

Against my better knowledge, I took a job assignment at this middle school I HATE. I subbed their a few times and EVERY SINGLE TIME Ive had a bad experience. Well, since the end of the year is approaching, I decided to take this job, especially since I had been requested for it. Let me remind you that I wasn't familiar with the administration or how they handle behavior (Referral, detention, ect.)I found out that the assignment is for 6th grade English. PERFECT. I love English...and I love 6th grade.

p.s. My little recap makes it sound not so bad, but trust me my friends, it was BAD!

Period 1: When the kids walk in and are loud and asking you questions ALREADY, you know its not a good start.

I take roll and things are starting off o.k. I give my little speech saying they can talk quietly only if they are doing their work. I give them 3 warnings, (it turns out to be WAY more than 3..I try and give them the benefit of the doubt) after 3, its got to be DEAD silent for the rest of the period. After that, I start writing their names down for their teachers (Which most kids hate!)

In the first 15 minutes they have already had 2 warning. Papers were flying, kids were out of their seats, two boys were pushing each other. I heard: "Mrs. B, hes poking me" or "Mrs. B, I don't have a pencil"

THANK GOD Period 1 would be over in 5 minutes. I can make it with 5 minutes.

FAIL. 1st and 2nd period is combined, so I'm stuck with the SAME kids!

Period 2: So they are supposed to continue to work. Their last warning was up so It had to be SILENT and those who talked got their names written down. They don't quiet down so I said "Who wants to be first on the list?!" and a ~~smartass~~ kid raises his hand. He was first on my list. 5 more followed. I asked a girl her name, and guess what her response was " I don't remember my name." REALLY?! GAHHH. I asked one kid if he wanted to go to the principal office to talk since he wouldn't stop and he said "I've been there MILLIONS of times." great.
I survived periods 1 and 2 and PRAYED that period 3 and 4 would be MUCH better. They had to be, right? How could it get any worse?

Wrong. Those poor kids didn't know what I Just went through so I was already in a bad mood when they came in.

Period 3: "Hi Miss teacher BUMGAURAS." (blank stare from me) hi.
As I was trying to take roll, kids were laughing and talking. I had to stop and wait until they quieted down. Not a good start. I gave them the same speech I give the others and explained the assignment and told them to get going. Pencils were being thrown. One kid ripped another kids paper in half. One boy took another boy's backpack and wouldn't give it back, so they were tug of war-ing with it. Their 3 warnings were up and I started writing names down. The FIRST I wrote down, the kid saw it and said
Kid: "Come on. URGH I've had enough I'm outta here." and packs up his stuff and walks to the door.
Me: "Where are you going?"
Kid No response.
Me: Do you want me to call the office to let them know you're on your way?
Kid: "Let me thinking about it." (1 minute later ) No, I think I'll stay
Me: "Then sit down and get to work!"

The kid sits down and doesn't get anything out. I asked him again to take out his worksheet. He said "I don't work when I'm in trouble." :-/

Meanwhile, the other kids are talking, throwing stuff around.I honestly wanted to ~~ball my eyes out~~ cry. I texted the office manager ( I know her personally) and asked what I should do and if I send a kid up to the office, where I should send him, and that I was SERIOUSLY considering leaving. Next thing I know, the Vice Principal is at the door. He walks in and EVERYONE is quiet.

VP: Who is giving you problems??
Me (In a kinda scared voice, I gave him the problem kids name and he took him away. Then gave them a stern talking. I could tell the kids were scared.)

Once he left, there was 10 minutes left in the period. The kids were so quiet, you could of heard a cricket. Once the bell rang, the kids left and it was lunch. I went to the office manager all shook up and upset. I kind of felt EMBARRASSED about the whole situation because I've NEVER had an experience like this before, and I can hold my own! Turns out, this kid has been in the office MANY times for problems, which made me feel a little better.

BLAH. I'm sure all my other substitute friends feel my pain. Like I said before, me venting it out is not even HALF as bad as it was in REAL life! Who know 6th graders could be SUCH PUNKS. seriously.

Needless to say, I am never returned to that school, at least not this year.

Four Years!

2011-06-09T06:43:00.000-07:00

Four years ago today, I married the most handsome, respectful, loving man a girl could ever ask for! He is SUCH a great father, too! I couldn't ask for more!

I LOVE YOU JOEL!

6.six.onetwothreefourfiveSIX.

2011-06-08T20:02:00.000-07:00

I am a mother of a six month old child. Half birthday. Six months. He's HALF way to being 1! Where has the freaking time gone?!!

I haven't taken his six month pictures yet...but when I do, you know you will see them ;)

We went to the doctor for his 6 month check up...and hes moving right along! He is now 15.8lbs and 26.5inch long! We go the go ahead to start food, which I was really excited about. Jake hasn't been too thrilled with rice cereal, or oatmeal, so I was a little worried on how he was going to like the good stuff.

I decided to start with veggies, hearing that if you start with sweet fruits, they won't like veggies (even though my pediatrician said that's not true). I picked carrots. He.Loved.Them! WOO! I'll stick with those for a few days, then maybe do a fruit.

Ohh..and Jake is 2 teeth..and the doc said his upper gum is swollen...so more to come! aye yi yi. My baby is growing up so fast!

Here are some pics for you to enjoy ;)
p.s. His baptism was so great...he did great with the water and was content and too cute for all the congregation to see! I'll post pics when I get some :)

Better late than never!

2011-05-24T07:18:00.001-07:00

Here are Jake's 5 month pics. Even though we took them at a little over 5 1/2 months, ya get the picture :)

Ohh and how could I forget....Jake has his first TOOTH!! I randomly did a mouth check the other day and BAM...there it was!! With a few fussy days here and there, Jake is taking it like a champ. Lets hope its like this with all his teeth.

ANOTHER exciting event is happening this weekend...Jake is getting BAPTIZED! We are so excited to present Jake to God and promise to raise him in the faith, along with our church family!!! After the service, we are having a little luncheon at our house in our NEW backyard (which the hubby has been ~~slaving~~ working away at for the past two+ months- Pics to come)

Anyway, enjoy! He is getting so big so fast!!

Videos and Updates!

2011-05-10T09:08:00.000-07:00

Hi Ya'll!!

I know, this poor blog of mine has been neglected. I would love to say I'm SO SO SO busy and can't update, but really...I'm just ~~lazy~~ unmotivated. Of course I love sharing Jake with everyone, which is why I'm posting today!!

We have yet to do our 5 month pictures... *time out* holy crap, I have a 5 month old!! Next month he will be half way to being ONE YEAR OLD! Okay, slow down. I'm getting ahead of myself!!!!! :)

Jake has started being such a wiggle worm when feeding him and holding him. My grandma said , "Hold him now because he won't want to be held like this for very much longer." I ~~almost~~ cried.Hes getting big TOO fast. Slow down, Jake!!!!!

Here are some fun videos of Jake giggling and eating rice cereal.

Easter Extravaganza

2011-04-26T15:10:00.000-07:00

I posted some pics on FB...HERE is the public link so you can see :)

If you're too lazy to click on the link, here are a few of my favorites of Jake and our little family!

More pics of Jake, duh!

2011-04-22T10:31:00.000-07:00

We took Jake’s 4(and a half) month pictures today. I got a few shots, but we had to end early due to a drool/tie mishap. (See last picture). Ha! Oh well. Jake’s been having these “Why-are-you-taking-my-picture-mom/shocked” look on his face…but I think its kinda funny. I’m glad there are cameras to capture moments like these.

Here are a few for you to enjoy!

Lazy Saturdays, Good friends, and Photography!

2011-04-10T15:09:00.000-07:00

My niece, Brooke, came down with her mama and i couldn't resist snapping some pics of a little girl for a change, instead of my handsome boy.It was such a perfect day... Sun was shining, Auntie Chelsey was loving on Jake, all out on the front lawn enjoying the day!!!

Here are a few of my favs:

Checkin In!

2011-04-08T14:35:00.000-07:00

Hello there!

This is gonna be a short entry...with mostly pictures! Jake had his 4 month appointment on Wed, shots and all! He was a trooper and only cried for about 3 minutes!
Here are his stats:
13lbs 12oz 24.5 inch long

He is right on track!! We will be starting rice cereal in a few weeks, which I'm super excited about!!

Enjoy some pictures!

p.s. the two pics below came out kinda small..so just click on them to make them larger :)

Music Monday!!!!

2011-04-04T15:06:00.000-07:00

Now, I'm usually not a fan of Jennifer Lopez...but when I heard this song, I knew it was gonna be a hit. I don't usually like Lil Wayne either...but he is pretty chill in this song.

The chorus is soo catchy!

"I feel lucky like a four leaf clover..."

On the total other end of the spectrum...I cannot WAIT to buy the new Jeremy Camp-Worship Project called "We cry out." I have loved Jeremy ever since his first CD came out! His voice is oh-so amazing!! His has some of his own worship songs, plus a few familiar ones we know! Ccccheck it out!

Enjoy!!!!

Twitter? Tweet? What???

2011-03-31T16:29:00.000-07:00

In 2011 I have entered the land of smart phones, particularly the Iphone (holla), and have now....(Drum roll, please) joined Twitter.

Not gonna lie, I made an account, but have NO idea how to use it.

Some people may ask "Why do you need Twitter if you have facebook, isn't it the same?"

Quite frankly, I have no idea.

I honestly signed up because I'm blog stalking and one of them mentioned it. Might be fun to follow some celebs..right????

So, who do I need to follow?

p.s. I haven't made my first tweet yet...but my name is J2TheBx3.(Get it? We are all J's and B's...and there is 3 in our fam bam..)I know, don't give me grief...all the other ones I thought of were taken. I wasn't in the mood to get fancy..but I didn't want my name to just be JenaleeBomgaars. LAME!

In other news..I am LOVING this 80+ degree weather. I so badly want to be outside getting a tan, but I put on a tank top today and took it right off. I have no business being in tanks or shorts right now. The diet started today. BLEH.

My handsome little study muffin is ready for summer though. I love seeing those legs!!
I saw this onesie online and was SERIOUSLY considering getting it for Jake to wear in honor of his Uncle Justin. I'm not gonna get into my feelings on Justin's singleness...I think the onesie says it all. So....lovely, single, Christian ladies...You know you want to be Jake's Auntie!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The onesie says "My cute uncle is single (want to be my new auntie?)

Guess that's all for now!!! Jake's 4 months Dr. appt is next week..new stats coming soon!!

xxxooo

Mini Photoshoot

2011-03-28T12:09:00.000-07:00

My poor Jake has to endure more flashes and cameras then any little one should....but oh well...hes a GREAT subject!

Wordless Wednesday

2011-03-23T14:51:00.001-07:00

3 Month Check In!

2011-03-21T10:12:00.000-07:00

I must admit, this blog has definitely taken a backseat lately...but that is NOT how I want it to become. So, here is a check in from Jake and I!

First on Jake:

He LOVES watching TV. I think hes addicted to reality tv just like me, but I think its more the colors and shapes he sees. I don't just stick him in front of the TV on purpose and hopes he watches...hes just drawn to it. Here is Jake and Joel both watching Amazing Race! :)
He likes to roll over when doing tummy time. So darn cute.
He coos like no other. I coo too haha. Its kinda funny, its like we are having a conversation in coo language.
He has the CUTEST smile. Ever. :) Oh and he smiles EVERY TIME he sees his daddy (just like his mama).
He is 15 weeks tomorrow and is still wearing 3 month clothes. Some of his 3mo jammies are getting a little small length wise, so we may have to jump up to 3-6, but then some of his 3mo stuff is still too big!
He loves taking baths! (although ya wouldn't know it from the picture below lol) Its part of our nightly routine and I really think he looks forward to it. I tried making a little Mohawk but its not really noticeable in this picture.
Jake looks like such a big boy in his 3 month pictures (yes, even though he is 3.5 months...my bad.)
My brag list is going to stop now, because I literally could go on and on..

Now on to me. Nothing is really new. I start back to work this week (BOO HISS.) I'm not gonna start this "woe is me" stuff because I am thankful I have had 15 weeks off. Its just that it IS a really emotional thing for me. I know once I'm back subbing for these little brats (okay, not all all brats...just the jr highers haha), I'll realize that Jake is more perfect then I thought. LOL.

Not to be all emo but I'm also kinda in a funk right now...just finding out who I am, what I want to do but more importantly what God wants me to do...just in my everyday walk. I just want to be the best I can be for my boys and for God. Its hard. This Beth Moore bible study I'm doing is really teaching me a lot, so I'm anxious to keep on going and looking forward to what the next 8 weeks have to offer!

Hmm what else??? Ooohh, I'm singing in a wedding this weekend. I'm pretty pumped about it. I love weddings and I love singing..so its a great combo!

I suppose that's it for now!!!

Wow, where has the time gone???

2011-03-05T09:11:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone!!! I have been SUCH a slacker with this blog. So much has happened since my last REAL blog.

I am on my last 2 weeks of my Paid Family Leave, then it its back to subbing a few days here and there. I'm not gonna lie, every time I think about it...I cry like a little girl. It sounds really pathetic to be sad about going back for a FEW DAYS, but I'm sure other mom's can relate. I know it will be OK though. The good thing is, by the time I go back, there will only be about 3 months left (give or take) of school, then SUMMER. However, then I gotta think about the fall. Blah. I'm glad God's got it all planned out for me, so I don't have to worry.

Jake had his first set of shots in Feb....thankfully my mom was there to keep him occupied while the nurse gave him the shots. He was a trooper though. He cried for a few mins, then was fine!!!! At his 2 month check up, he was 11lbs 8oz, and 24.25 inches long!! Way to go Jaker!!!!

Here are some recent pics for you to enjoy. I seriously smile EVERY time I look at these pics...I mean, who wouldn't??? :)

A few posts back, I put a video of Jake rolling..well..that wasn't really legit. He is now rolling over for reals!!!!

WARNING WARNING WARNING!!! I SOUND RIDICULOUS IN THESE VIDEOS....I'M EVEN A LITTLE EMBARRASED. I HAVE LEARNED THAT I NEED TO STOP TALKING SO MUCH WHEN I VIDEO. SO, IF YOU'RE GONNA MAKE FUN ON MY STUPID, MOMMY VOICE, THEN JUST MUTE IT ;) YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.

Okay, now on to some fun!! Watch and see!!!

I hope you enjoyed this update!!

I'll try and get on top of it next time!!!

What I needed to read tonight...

2011-02-15T21:09:00.000-08:00

Pray… whispers of love, hope, courage, and need… back and forth from our heart to Jesus.

“I need help.”
And Jesus whispers, “I am your strength and your ever present help.”

“This situation makes me afraid. Comfort me.”
And Jesus whispers, “Do not be afraid or discouraged. I am with you wherever you go.”

“I love you. Help me see your love today.”
And Jesus whispers, “Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God.”

“Give me the courage to do this in your name.”
And Jesus whispers, “Nothing shall separate us.”

Valentines Day

2011-02-14T11:08:00.000-08:00

Happy Love Day!!!!!!!!!!

Rolling over!!!

2011-02-10T09:58:00.000-08:00

Above is a video of Jake rolling over (kinda). Its a bad quality and I'm now kicking myself for not getting my flip video camera out. Oh well. We were doing tummy time and he propped himself up on his side. I quick videoed it..then he went back on his tummy. Then, he started getting frustrated..so out came the video camera again. Although it doesn't quite look like it, he does go from his tummy to his back!! His little horse blanket kinda gets in the way! It doesn't surprise me though, Jake is a strong little man!!Way to go Jaker!!

I haven't updated in a while...I know I know. Let see whats new.

I got the new Verizon Iphone and O. M. G. i am in love. I'm not sure if it is the iphone itself...having a smartphone...or having the Internet. I do love the iphone and all its awesomeness. Oo and I'm addicted to Words with friends. All my AT&T friends who have had the Iphone for years are kinda over that game, but Its all brand new to me!!! :)

I had a playdate with some of my girlfriends and their kiddos. Gavin (far left) is the oldest, then Jake, then Drake is 3 weeks younger than Jake! The pic below is the boys in their bear outfits. Coincidentally, they all had the same outfit..so we played dress up..kinda. lol I'm so glad I connected with these girls because our boys are going to grow up together! It's gonna be fun :) They are all so cute!!!!

Lets see...I got 6 weeks of Paid Family Leave...which means 6 more weeks (well 5 now) of Mommy and Jake time!!!! Woo!!!! Praise the Lord!!! Even when I DO go back to work, it would only be a few days a week, but still...I couldn't imagine leaving this Little guy yet!!!

Joel and I are doing REALLY good about keeping our weekly date nights in tact. I think its really important to still get those in (Even if we talk about Jake 85% of the time haha) Jake gets to spend the evening with his Auntie Brenda and Uncle Jason while Joel and I head to downtown Disney for dinner @ the Rainforest cafe, then the Go country Anniversary concert that Joel won tickets too!! I'm so excited!! Joel gets soo lucky winning all those tickets on the radio!!!

Thats all for now!!!

No Regrets

2011-02-05T10:31:00.000-08:00

This song is my newest "play on repeat a million times" song. I like songs that make me feel good and that I can relate to. I also like how this song talks about having no regrets and how everything that happens in our lifes brings us to where we are now. Here are the words to the chorus:

"For every stoplight I didn't make
Every chance I did or I didn't take
All the nights I went too far
All the girls that broke my heart
All the doors that I had to close
All the things I knew but I didn't know
Thank God for all I missed
Cause it led me here to this."

Its easy to think back and said "Man, I wish this didn't happen to me." or "I wish I didn't do that.." BUT..the good news is that all of our mistakes and "oopsies" are forgiven by God..and have shaped and formed us into the people we are today.

I wouldn't change a thing.

smiles.

2011-01-31T08:06:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow, Jake, you will be 8 weeks. I want smiles on demand. I see your
a d o r a b l e smile in your sleep, but you only give me a few when you are awake and have only captured 2 on camera. Come on, show Mama. PleaseandThankyou.

Encouraged

2011-01-21T11:42:00.000-08:00

As I am taking pictures of little Jake, I am thinking about how he was wonderfully made. He is still so new.

Of course a song popped into my head by Steven Curtis Chapman "All Things New.""You redeem and you transform , you renew and you restore."

So many times we can get so caught up in our life and our stuff, we forgot about God. He never forgets about you.

I am so thankful that no matter what we do, he can make us new again.

Atleast there is something in life that is always for sure.

Ephesians 2:10 For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

Never grow up.

2011-01-17T08:12:00.000-08:00

Okay, I just about DIED when I took this picture...look at our little man in the bumbo! I thought for sure he would be too small for this chair..and low and behold..there he sits! He looks so cute but so OLD! Jake will be 6 weeks tomorrow and what they say is true: Time flies!

A while ago, I posted the lyrics to Taylor Swift song "Never grow up," and now I can really relate. Take a listen.

"Don't you ever grow up, just stay this little."

tear.

A Devotional Written for Jake!!!

2011-01-14T08:59:00.000-08:00

Joel's aunts threw us our last shower "After The Baby," It was decorated soo cute, food was great, and the fellowship was wonderful....and the shower was themed western, of course :)

Aunt Nancy wrote the SWEETEST devotional that I have to share with you all. I know God has got GREAT plans for our little boy..and this devotion is something we can share with him when he gets older!! Enjoy!

Jake's Devotional

Yee-Ha! Obviously you can see our theme for tonight is “cowboy”. Jenalee and Joel love country western. Jakes nursery has a “cowboy “ décor. So it was fitting to carry that theme into his shower and devotions for tonight.

Branding is something the cowboys do to their livestock as a visible mark that showed identification of who they belong to. Jake too someday will be branded so that all will know who he belongs to. Christ puts His mark on him and sets him apart. He has ownwership of Jake and his body. I Cor.6 :19 “Know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit which is from God and not our own.”

Horseshoes- The purpose of horseshoes is to furnish protection for the horses hooves. Christ did not bring Jake into the world and expect him to handle all of lifes friction and bumps in the road without protection. Jakes God will protect him as he rides through life. Psalm 27:1 “The Lord is my light and my salvation whom shall I fear?”

Chaps- Cowboys wear chaps to protect their legs from shrubs and vegetation that tear at the cowboys legs. God provides his word for Jake so when the world starts tearing at him, he can find peace and comfort there. Psalm 119:50 “This is my comfort in my affliction, Thy word.”

Cowboy Hat – The cowboy hat is used for protection from the sun, but it is also useful to the cowboy. On cattle drives, they use their hat to dip water out of the streams when they are thirsty. Jake can dip into his Bible and learn to pray and be refreshed. Psalm 91:1 “Dwell in the secret place of the Most High and stay under his shadow of protection.”

Saddle – Saddles are used for working cattle ranchers. As a Christian Jake will be set apart to work and serve his God. He needs to be in the saddle for Jesus sharing his love for others. Mark 16:15 “Go into all the world and preach the gospel.”

Tumbleweeds – Tumble weeds are dried up plants found in the old west. They can be troublesome and take over. Sins are like tumbleweeds, they roll into our lives and take over. Teach Jake that God is in complete control of his life and can control the tumbleweeds of his life. Romans 8:28 “All things work together for good to them that love the Lord.”

Spurs- A spur is a sharp metal piece attached to the cowboy boot. It is used to prod the horse forward. The Holy Spirit is Jakes spur. He is there to poke and guide us forward as Christians. May Jake be spurred on to great things for his God. Romans 15:13 “May you be filled with joy and peace in believing that you may abound in hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Hair Dilemma..

2011-01-10T09:54:00.000-08:00

So I need to get my hair done very badly. The question is...do I keep it..or cut it off??

I need you're advice. Whether I take your advice, who knows, but I'm curious as to whatcha think.

So here are the options:

keep it long (its not really LONG, but long for me) and get a few layers
Cut it to shoulder lengthish

SHORT

So what do we think??????????

Oh, and I can't have a post without something Jake..so enjoy!!

Jake's Snort & Other Ramblings

2011-01-08T09:53:00.000-08:00

Well, its been 1 month since our lives have changed forever!!! I cannot believe it, the time really does go by so quickly!

In my last blog entry, I was telling you about Jake and his snort when he cries. I had wanted to take a video because I think it soo cute, but Joel said it was mean...but I took one anyway..so here it is. Kristin and Holly came over for a mini photo shoot..so he is wearing his "0 month" tie. (You can hear Kristin's laugh in the background lol) Now, I'm not sure WHO Jake gets the snorting from..because I NEVER snort when laughing...ok sometimes. lol

Anyway...life has definitely changed since our arrival...not in a bad way...just different. I no longer can make plans on a whim...everything has to be planned, especially with breastfeeding, which is fine because now thats my #1 job! No more "Hey lets go grab lunch right now...ok be there in 5 minutes" its more like "What time do you want to do lunch?" Lots of planning around Jake!

I'm not gonna lie, this past week has been rough. Lots of tears (just because I'm still an emotional, hormonal, basketcase!) and lots of prayers! Jake does NOT like napping unless he is in the moby wrap, or I'm holding him. This wouldn't be a problem because I LOVE holding him..but I don't want to spoil him or make it difficult with someone watches him. When I lay him down for a nap he will only sleep for about 20 minutes, then wake up. However, he DID take a 2.5 hour nap yesterday! Woo! As for as sleeping at night, we do 3.5-4 hour stretches. On Thursday night, Jake slept for a whopping 6 hours! Hooooray! I felt so refreshed!!!

I can't complain. I'm loving this new, crazy adventure. I still look at Jake and marvel at every detail of him and how he was wonderfully made. :)

Thats all for now!!!!!!

Will the REAL Jake Ryan please stand up...

2010-12-29T10:53:00.000-08:00

Ever since we picked the name Jake Ryan (Jake to stick with our "J" theme, and Ryan in honor of Joel) We have heard many things: "Ohh Jake Ryan after 16 Candles?" or "Oh Jake Ryan from Hannah Montana?"
Nope. Just Jake Ryan...our little bundle!
In ^ that pic...he is in the moby wrap...which he is in now. Momma loves it and so does Jake!!

I can't believe he is 3 weeks old already! He has grown a lot and sleeps 4-5 hour increments during the night. WOO! He is so sweet and I still stare at him and praise God for this blessing!

I got a new flip camera for my birthday and cannot wait to use it. If I were to take vids of Jake now, it would be pretty boring. However, I want to take a video of him crying..because he snorts. I think it is soo adorable lol We'll see if I can capture it ;)

That's all for now. We are doing great over here!!!

Thankful.

2010-12-21T17:26:00.000-08:00

Today I am reflecting on things I am thankful for, big or little. So here is few things I came up with (in no particular order):

Jake Ryan ( he is 2 weeks and 1 day old..ALREADY!)

My new keurig one cup coffee maker

My Hubby who works so hard to provide for our family (even in this downpouring rain!)

DVR (for those late nights when NOTHING is on TV)

My parents and in-laws who help and support us so much.

Wonderful friends and family who have brought us dinners- a huge help!

The rain- even though I kinda of feel cooped up...but we needed a good rain.
Jesus, who came down and saved our lives. Jesus is the reason for the season!!
That God gave us a wonderful opportunity to raise this handsome, little boy. (I know, sappy sappy.)

Google search-live safer, man.
Happy Wednesday!!!!!!

Jake is here!!!!!!

2010-12-16T09:13:00.001-08:00

My handsome little guy is here!! On December 7th, 2010 at 3:14pm, Jake Ryan entered the world!!! He weighed 6lbs 13oz and was 20 inches long! He has the longest fingers and big feet...which I lov to kiss constantly ;)

I went to the hospital at 12:00pm on the 7th, did the check in..was hooked up to the IV, wore the beautiful scrub hat thing and waited for the Dr. to come.

Of course he was a little late..so at 2:35ish he came and I was wheeled into the OR. The anesthesiologist had to do my spinal 2 times because she put it in the wrong spot the first time. Something you never want to hear is "I thought that felt like that right spot." Ouch. Thanks a lot. Luckily I survived..my lower body went numb..and they started cutting me open. Joel was the cutest thing ever...looking at me, then looking at them cutting, then looking back at me. He was nervous, more that me I think. I thought it was funny that the doctors were talking about golf as they were cutting me, like it was no big deal. I guess that means they were comfortable and confident :) I felt TONS of pressure as they were pushing on my belly to get him out! Joel told me they were pushing really hard. The Dr. said Jake was not even engaged or dropped at all, which made it harder to get him out. When I heard his little cry, I was so anxious to see him!!

The first thing I said was "He is so cute..and so WHITE...and red lips!" I couldn't believe how pale he was!! Hes got a nice tan color now.

After he was out and cleaned up, Jake and Joel were off to the nursery while I was sown up. After that, I was headed to the recovery room (which was an experience in itself). I reallllllllllly wanted to go to my room, see my little guy and family...but I couldn't until I could move my toes, legs and lift my hips. The nurse said "Can you move your toes..?" I said "Yes" and as I looked down..my toes did not move. Sad day. I was told I would be in the receovery room for 2 hours and try and get some sleep. Well, the man next to me had knee surgery and was clearly in pain because he was whisper "someone help me." Kinda freaky. On the other side of me was a man who had back surgery and was moaning. Try and get some sleep huh? Doubt it.

Those 2 hours seemed like FOREVER...but at 7:00pm, I was taken to my room. As my friends and family entered, I was overflowed with comments like "He is so cute" or "He has long fingers and toes"...which was nice to hear..but I wanted to see for myself. I only saw him for those short 5 minutes in the OR! It just figured that the nurse shift changed at 7:30pm...so I still haven't seen my baby boy. At 8:00pm I finally met my little man. I cried, of course. The next few nights in the hospital were fun, frusterating, and full of new experiences. Let me just say that I have to give MAJOR props to L&D nurses...they do and see SO MUCH for the patients.

I got discharged on Friday aftenoon and couldn't wait to come home. I was still in pain, but had pain killers all ready to go! :) My feet were and still are SUPER swollen. The Dr. said its from the Spinal and could last for 4-6 weeks! I tried putting my UGGS on yesterday...but no luck. Looks like I'm stick to flip flops for a while.

Jake is really a GREAT baby (I know i know, all moms say that. I used to roll my eyes when I saw mothers put this saying "Yeah right"..now here I am..lol) He only cries when he is hungry or has a dirty diaper. He is so content and happy (Even though all his pictures looks like he has a frown..ha!)

I now know what it means when people say "When he comes you won't even know how you lived without him." He is so precious and perfect. Its amazing that this little guy came for us. God is good, that is for sure. I look at his little fingers..and lips and praise God for this new creation he has given us. I am so blessed :)

Anyway, thats my story. From here on out expect Jake updates and pictures :)

Tomorrow.

2010-12-06T15:13:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow.

As in the day after today.

One more sleep/wake up.

Dec. 7th, 2010.

I know I've said this before, but this pregnancy has flown by. I cannot believe I'll be holding Jake in my arms TOMORROW. It still doesn't seem real. As much as I talk about it, I don't think it will hit me until I can hold the little rascal.

Today I went to pre-admit at Long Beach Memorial, then headed to the bank and grocery store. Luckily I cleaned the house a few days ago so I didn't have to fit that in today.I have to get my clothes together to put them in my hospital bag, my flip video camera is charged, my regular camera is ready to go, ipod and speakers are ready....I think I'm set. As ready as I'll ever be!

Last night I broke down for about an hour thinking about how it will no longer be just Joel and I. I've heard this is normal (at least I hope so!). I have had so much fun with Joel these past 3 years of being married and I know our relationship will only grow with Jake in our lives (yes, I'm tearing up right now in case you wondered). God has blessed Joel and I with an amazing family, friends, a beautiful house...now the opportunity to be parents to this little baby. GAH! Ok..moving on! (as I wipe a tear away!)

Here is a pic of us...our last Thanksgiving as a family of 2!

We will see if I sleep tonight, but I think I probably will. I slept great the day before my wedding. I have to eat a light breakfast before 6am (there goes my plan of sleeping in) then I cannot have anything to eat or drink until after my surgery at 2. My mom and I have appointments for manis/pedis at 9, so that will be nice and relaxing!

I want to say thanks to everyone who reads this or who posts things on my facebook. I'm sure I've said some stupid things and have been repetitive I know this whole pregnancy thing is not as important to anyone besides me, but thanks for the encouragement and support.

So here is to tomorrow.

Here goes nothing. :)

Less than a week!

2010-12-02T19:20:00.000-08:00

For those of you who haven't heard, I will be delivering via C-section December 7, 2010, at 2:00pm!! EEK! :)

(This is on the island in our kitchen...just in case we forget haha.)

In less than week I will be holding my little, Jake Ryan!!

So unreal.

I am very anxious, nervous, excited, scared, overjoyed and too many other emotions to list. I was laying in bed last night thinking, "Jenalee, go to sleep. Next week at this time you probably won't be sleeping at all!" Great pep talk to myself. lol

As I prepare for Jakes arrival, I find myself buying things I NEVER imagined or even thought of buying before being pregnant. Oh the things people never tell you. I won't go into detail for the sake of those who do not want to read..but its amazing the things you learn.

One thing I WILL miss in my baby bump. This will be the only time I can take pictures of myself looking ridiculous holding my cell phone taking a belly pic. This is the only time my belly will be hard and I have an excuse to have it sticking out. lol

Speaking of bellies..here are some belly comparison shots. First one...7 weeks...next one...38 weeks, 3 days! CRAZY!

As far as surveys go, this maybe be my last one!!!!! Bitter sweet. I liked filling these things out, but that just means my posts will be MORE exciting! woo!

How far along? 38w5d

Total weight gain/loss: Gained a few more this week, I blame it on Thanksgiving :)

How big is baby? Well, the ultrasound tech said he is about 7lbs 11oz! We will see next week!!!!!

Maternity clothes? necessary!!

Sleep: I've been sleeping better...minus the waking up 4 times to pee.

Best moment this week: Scheduling the C-section, knowing he is coming on Tuesday!!!!

Movement: Love his kicks and hiccups.

Food cravings: Sadly I've been eating e v e r y t h i n g lately.

Gender: Boy boy boy!

Labor Signs: I've just started having lower back pain...otherwise I have a few contractions every now and then!

Belly Button in or out? In!

Stretchmarks? I found this quote and it made me smile.
"Think of stretch marks as pregnancy service stripes." -- Joyce Armor

How are you feeling? Feeling good, but tired!

What I am looking forward to: Holding Jake next week :)

What I miss: Sleepin on my belly!

Weekly Wisdom: "You're gonna miss this, you're gonna want it back"

Milestones: Making it to full term and setting a c-section date!!!

p.s. I almost forgot!!! I got my computer back...300 bucks later I have a new operating system and all my pictures, music and documents!!!! Hoo-freaking-ray!

Let the countdown begin!!

2010-11-27T09:03:00.001-08:00

Thats right. Jake will be here either Dec. 6 or 7th via c-section! According to the Dr., my pubic arch is very small, so this will be the safest way for Baby Jake!

that is 9/10 days away!

I have an ultrasound appt and my LAST prenatal Dr. appt. this Wed, where we will see how big he is and set the csection date! We are planning on the 7th, but we'll see how things go!!

I am so excited but slighly freaking out! I'm thinking of all the things I would like to get done before then, and thinking about how this next week is going to be the last week of just Joel and I...too many emotions, man! Many people ask if I am "done" with being pregnant..and I say "No" because I'm really not. lol I am anxious and excited to meet him, but also so nervous of this life changing event! I'm told this feeling is normal (atleast, I hope its normal!)

I can't wait to see what he looks like!! I'm hoping he is a cutie like his daddy :)

On another note, my computer crashed on Tuesday.

Major fail. :(

I took it Wed. morning to the computer guy and he said it had something to do with Vista (My operating system) and would get back to me on Monday (of course they were closed for the holiday weekend ahh!) Not gonna lie, I am pretty much DYING without interent. Yes, I can go to my mom's house and use hers..but its NOT the same. I am so behind on celeb gossip and facebook status'! I am @ work right now and am trying to cram in all the sites I need to see before 12!

I just pray that my music and pictures are all still there when I get it back.

Anyway, back to baby. :D

How far along? 37w5d

Total weight gain/loss: Ok I’m biting the bullet…I’m up 31lbs!! I don’t think the gain is TOO horrible…but will I think that after Jake gets here when I need to lose it all? Blah! I've got the jogging stroller out and ready for action!!!

How big is baby? We have a ultrasound to determine his size on Wed….but the books say: Size: 19 inches Weight: 6.5lbs!

Maternity clothes? L.o.v.e them!!!!

Sleep: Sleep what?? Ohh that thing you do at night. Yeah. Not happening. I’ve been waking up every 2 hours or so. Sucks. They say it’s the body preparing you for what’s to come….I just want to sleeeeep!!

Best moment this week: Thanksgiving!! I have so much to be thankful for. J

Movement: All the time!!! Love it and am gonna miss it!

Food cravings: I wanted Choco milk the other day and I gave in and drank it down. It was delicious. I've gotta get in these last food binges, because I won't have an excuse for very much longer!

Gender: Boy boy boy!

Labor Signs: I’ve been feeling those darn Braxton hicks for the past week!!!

Belly Button in or out? Innie!

Stretchmarks? Yep..I’ve still got em.

How are you feeling? Besides sleep, I’m feeling great! J Had a few shooting pains every now and again..but nothing too unmananageable...yet.

What I am looking forward to: Seeing little Jake via Ultrasound on Wed & decorating my house for Christmas today after work!!!

What I miss: Margaritas. I don’t REALLY miss, miss them..but one (or two, ha) sounds soo good.

Weekly Wisdom: "Sometimes you have to give up the life you planned for the life that is waiting for you."

Milestones: 9 or 10 days to go. Holy cow!!!

Full Term! Say What???

2010-11-22T18:27:00.000-08:00

Yep. I am full term today! I was just tellin' Joel how it was crazy that I'm already 37 weeks! It seriously feels like yesterday that I was excited to be 20 weeks!

Stroller. Check.
Pack & Play. Check.
Carseat. Check.
Jake. N/A

Jake- Mom & Dad are ready when you are!!!!!! :D (saying this kinda freaks me out...but in a good way...I think lol)

I have my first internal check this Wed. We'll see what the Dr. says!

Less than a month!!!!

2010-11-17T07:07:00.000-08:00

Hello all!

I skipped the update for last week (I know you were ALL bummed..haha), so I figured I'd make this update worth it! That's right, I've got shower pictures AND nursery pictures! HOORAY!!!! I have to say, I think Jake's nursery is the cutest one out that, but I may be a little bias ;)

I have been keeping busy with subbing. I decided that my last day of work will be Dec. 2nd, and even Joel thinks that's pushing it. I guess we'll see how I'm feeling!! I might as well make as much $$ as I can before Jake comes!

A lot of people have been asking me if its starting to feel "real" yet. My response? No. I really don't think its gonna hit me until I'm actually in labor or he is in my arms. I mean, yes I have all the necessary items for him to come any time....but I am sitting pretty comfortably. Don't get me wrong, I am so anxious and excited for him to come, but it just doesn't seem that in less than a month he will be in my arms! I still think its SO weird how one day He is in my tummy, and the next he is out.

I got my early birthday/Christmas gift....A NEW CAMERA! (shouts of joy!) Yep, I got a new camera. It is an Canon EOS Rebel T1I! I absolutely love it, although I don't know how to really use it yet!!! Now I'm searching for a cute camera strap and bag for Christmas ideas! :)

How far along? 36w2d

Total weight gain/loss: I go to the Dr. today...I don't think its going to be goo because I've been SO hungry lately..oh well! :)

How big is baby? Size: 18 inches Weight: 6lbs!

Maternity clothes? Yes please. I'm going to be super sad when it is no longer acceptable to wear these!!

Sleep: Sleep has been O.K. I've been waking up and been very uncomfortable.

Best moment this week: Shower on Saturday and shower this Saturday!! woo!

Movement: He is on the go!!!

Food cravings: Nothing. I did give in to my chicken pot pie craving @ Bake a broil. YUM

Gender: Boy!

Labor Signs: I've been having some braxton hicks and shooting pains..but nothing TOO horrible. yet.

Belly Button in or out? Innie!

Stretchmarks? I am praying they really do turn white..otherwise I'm going to be stuck with big, purple, ugly marks. :(

How are you feeling? Still feeling good!!

What I am looking forward to: Thanksgiving!

What I miss: Nothing really this week.

Weekly Wisdom: Keep on keeping on!

Milestones: Less than a month away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Here is the link to my shower/nursery pics: Click HERE Here are a few in case that didn't work!

Hello November!!

2010-11-05T12:09:00.001-07:00

Hi November. Good to see you!

Another week has gone by! Holy cow! It is so crazy to think that Jake will be here NEXT MONTH! Not gonna lie, yesterday I was so overwhelmed with everything coming so quickly....but today I feel great! Those darn hormones need to stay away!!

Kristin's Redneck dinner party was so fun last week! Here are some picture of what Joel and I dress as (Joel was wearing a pair of shorts and his work boots) and the other redneckers:In other news, Joel's 26th bday is tomorrow...then on Saturday we are celebrating my niece, Brooke's 1st birthday (her birthday is today!!) Such a fun weekend! Here is a pic of Brooke and I at about 2 week old!How far along? 34w4d

Total weight gain/loss: I definitely made up for my 1 pound weigh LOSS this week. Oh well. Blame it on the Halloween candy :)

How big is baby? Size: About 18 inches Weight: 4.75lbs!

Maternity clothes? love them!

Sleep: I've been sleeping great this week...minus the peeing atleast 3x a night!

Best moment this week: Hearing Jake's heartbeat yesterday at the Dr! Everything was good...head is down...woo for good checkups!

Movement: Sometimes painful, but totally worth it :)

Food cravings: orange juice. mmmmm

Gender: A little buckeroo!!

Labor Signs: Nope! Stay away labor! (for at least 3 more weeks or more!)

Belly Button in or out? Innie!

Stretchmarks? What about them?? They are from the devil..but again..worth it!

How are you feeling? Good today! Yesterday I was an emotional, hot mess. Dang hormones!!

What I am looking forward to: Joel and Brooke's birthday parties!!!!

What I miss: Well, since I"ll be making jello shots tonight for Joels bday..I would have to say I could go for some alcohol. Do i miss it? Not really, but it does taste good :)

Weekly Wisdom: "Trust me enough to let things happen without striving to predict or control them- God

Milestones: 6.more.weeks!!!!!

"Never Grow Up"

2010-10-30T09:10:00.000-07:00

You're little hands wrapped around my finger

And, its so quiet in the world tonight

You're little eyelids flutter cause you're dreaming

So, I tuck you in

Turn on your favorite night light

To you, everythings funny

You got nothing to reget

I'd give all I have, honey

If you could stay like that

Oh, darling don't you ever grow up

Don't you ever grow up

Just stay this little

Oh darling don't you ever grow up

Don't you ever grow up

It could stay this simple

-Taylor Swift

Jake isn't even here yet, but when I heard this song I got so teary eyed. They say once you have kids time flies. I'm sure I'll be feeling this song once my little man gets here.

33 weeks!

2010-10-28T16:46:00.000-07:00

Another week down, which means another week closer to meeting baby Jake! Woo! (45 days!)

I've been subbing in High school this week, which I was DREADING, but its actually been really fun. All the girls ask about my pregnancy; How far along I am, boy or girl, do I have a name, is it my first?- I never knew High school girls to be so interested! I also got to talk to one of my high school teachers, who is also having her first child! So fun- PLUS I get to have lunch with my dad!

I'm excited to be starting a 3 week sub job for the ERC after-school program! It will be fun working with the kids in my city M-Th! (http://www.erc.la/afterschool)

Taylor Swift's new Cd, Speak Now, came on out Tuesday! That girl can write!! If were a guy, I would definitely NOT want to get on her bad side, or else I"d expect a song to written about me...which might be pretty cool! I already have my favorite songs that I put on repeat! :) (If you haven't seen the music video for "mine," I would totally google it and watch it now!

What else is going on?? Halloween is coming up in a few short days..and, I'm not gonna lie, I'm so excited to eat some candy! I could easily eat a tremendous amount of mini kit-kats. Those and the taffy are my downfall.

Now on to baby news!!!

How far along? 33w4d

Total weight gain/loss: So last week...I actually LOST a pound! WOOO! I highly doubt it will happen next week, especially after my kit-kat ramble (above) and Halloween being on Sunday!

How big is baby? Size: OVER 17 inches Weight: 4lbs! Keep growing, Jake!!!

Maternity clothes? Pants are a must...but I've actually been taking out some non-maternity shirts and wearing them! Woo for more variety!

Sleep: Eh...I've definitely have been sleeping like crap. :( Hopefully that changes otherwise Its gonna be a LONG 7 weeks!

Best moment this week: Setting up the nursery!

Movement: All.The.Time! I love it. I told Joel I am so gonna miss it.

Food cravings: I wanted a chicken pot pie the other day..but I didn't get it. That was pretty random.

Gender: Jake Ryan Bomgaars!

Labor Signs: I THINK I had a braxton hick the other day...but nothing since..

Belly Button in or out? Innie!

Stretchmarks? Joel pointed out a few more. Thanks babe. really. thanks.

How are you feeling? Feeling good....if all my pregnancies are like this...I think I could do it a few more times! :)

What I am looking forward to: Kristin's Redneck birthday dinner!!!!!! (pictures to come) I found this picture though ahhaa I am SO dressing up!!!!!!

What I miss: bending over to pick something up without looking like a retard.

Weekly Wisdom: Stay clear of DRAMA

Milestones: 7 more weeks!!!!!

**Sneak peak of some Maternity pics Holly Leach took!

8 weeks, but who's counting??

2010-10-21T08:56:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!!

Things have been SO busy lately with work and life! I finally have a day for "me" so, of course, I'm updating my blog :)

I started taping "Bringing Home Baby" and I'm absolutely addicted to this show. Not gonna lie, it kinda freaks me out..but I can't stop watching. For those that don't know, it documents a couple from delivery to the first 36 hours of being home. So, I pretty much see the no sleep, feed/poop/sleep repeat of an infant, and usually women complaining about how much breastfeeding hurts. ah. At the end it shows the baby at 2 months...and everyone is still alive, the mom talks about how things are going much better..so that brings me hope.

Though I would throw this in...11w vs. 32w4d

How far along? 32w5d

Total weight gain/loss: Not like I would tell you, but I go to the dr again today, so we will see!!!!

How big is baby? Size: 17 inches Weight: 3.75lbs! He is growing!!!

Maternity clothes? Same as all my other posts...can wear some non-mat tops..but bottoms are a must!!

Sleep: Great!! (knocking on wood again)

Best moment this week: Hmm not sure yet!

Movement: We felt Jake hiccupping this morning. I've felt it before but Joel got today. So fun.

Food cravings: nothing. boo hoo.

Gender: Baby boy :)

Labor Signs: Nada!

Belly Button in or out? Innie!

Stretchmarks? Urgh. I found some more. MORE! Give me a break here. They look really bad. I'm ALMOST embarrassed to go to to the Dr. I'm sure he's seen worse.

How are you feeling? Feeling good, minus this dreadful cold that won't go away!

What I am looking forward to: Dr appointment today, the Birthday food fun on Sat with friends, and Danielle having her baby!

What I miss: You guys thinks I'm joking, but really..Diet coke. I am sooo glad I get to have a can or 2, but I would love to over-indulge in a whole pitcher while eating Mexican food.

Weekly Wisdom: Never expect, always hope.

Milestones: 8 more weeks!!!!!

December is coming!!!!

2010-10-11T17:23:00.000-07:00

I put my itunes on shuffle...low and behold Nsync's Christmas music came on! (Don't hate, you know you secretly like their cd too!)

My feelings: AHH and YAY all at the same time! (Would that be YAHHH??)

I have ALWAYS loved Christmas time...the lights...music..presents..family time- plus my birthday is in December!!!! I cannot wait till Black friday, getting out all my Christmas decor, getting a Christmas tree and drinking a peppermint hot chocolate!!!!! Little did I know that Christmas 200
9 was the last Christmas as a family of 2! Crazy. I.cannot.wait. :)

I dragged Joel to the movies to see "Life as we know it" and it was soo worth it! Joel actually enjoyed himself too! I think I liked it because it involved a baby, a cute story line, a love story, and MAJOR eye candy! Definitely worth seeing!

I skipped week 30 because I was soo busy..but I'm back. I'm sure you all were wondering-ha! (like anyone reads this anyway, right?)

How far along? 31w0d

Total weight gain/loss: under my goal so far!

How big is baby? Size: 16 inches Weight: 3.3lbs!

Maternity clothes? Proudly wearing some non-maternity shirts.

Sleep: I'm sleeping pretty good! I have a few days where its all toss and turning.

Best moment this week: My week just started...not sure what will be the best!

Movement: This morning in he was rolling non-stop.The lights were off, but I'm sure if they were on and we looked it would look so weird. I love it!

Food cravings: none. pretty boring.
Gender: BLUE!!

Labor Signs: Nope!
Belly Button in or out? Its still in...I think thats where it will stay!

Stretchmarks? what about those little devils? They are still there..

How are you feeling? Pregnancy wise...great...I have a HORRIBLE cold though :( My nose is raw.

What I am looking forward to: Getting Jakes furniture..hopefully this week!

What I miss: Being able to do simple tasks without someone saying "You shouldn't be doing that, you're pregnant!" I liked it at first..now its like come on!

Weekly Wisdom: "Trust me enough to let things happen without striving to predict or control them. Train your mind to seek my help continually, even when you feel competent to hand something by yourself. Don't divide your life into things you can do by yourself and things that require my help" -God

Milestones: 9 more weeks!!!!!

Here are some pics from my recent baby shower:

HOLY OCTOBER!!!!!!

2010-10-01T08:14:00.001-07:00

Can ya'll believe its already OCTOBER!?? This is bonkers! Don't get me wrong, I am SUPER excited that these months are flying but, but I'm getting anxious as the days go passing by!

According to my countdown..I only have 73 more days to go...and with Halloween, Joel's Birthday, Thanksgiving...its going to be here before I know it! YAY and AH!

I am SUPER excited for my first baby shower tomorrow that my 2 bff's are throwing! Its going to be so cute and make everything seem more "real" when I'm getting baby stuff! I will post pics when I get em!

I don't have much to say this time. I've been subbing a lot, which is a blessing. Also, I think I'm going to take a 3 week long sub job (3:00-5:30) at our after school program at Church. PRAISE THE LORD FOR WORK! :)

Ok, on to the survey! Taken Yesterday: How far along? 29w4d

Total weight gain/loss: Fatty. Enough said. :)

How big is baby? Size: Over 15 inches Weight: 2.5lbs!

Maternity clothes? are amazing. Love me some stretchy pants!

Sleep: I've been sleeping great! Annnd something cool, just about every monring when the alarm goes off for Joel, Jake will move for him! Its like he knows our schedule! :)

Best moment this week: Getting Jake's room ALL painted! (not me of course, Joel did it, but it looks FABULOUS!!!!
Movement: Last night he was on a roll...literally. Joel and I watched him rolling. It looked so alienish!

Food cravings: Nada...kinda disappointing.

Gender: He has a weenie!

Labor Signs: Nope!

Belly Button in or out? Innie! No outtie..please Lord!

Stretchmarks? GAH! Yes, they are still there. I rub my cream over them every day..but I don't think its really gonna help. Oh well..Jake will be worth it! :)

How are you feeling? Other then this ridonkulous heat...feeling great!

What I am looking forward to: I would have to say my baby shower tomorrow! I get to see all my girlfriends! YAY!

What I miss: I still gotta go with Diet cokes...having 1-2 per day is hardly cutting it.

Weekly Wisdom: "Compare where you are to where you wanna be and you'll get no where" SB

Milestones: Being on my feet all day and still feeling great!

Oh Joel and I are thinking thinking of dressing like this for Halloween....

JUST KIDDING!!!!! Yeah right would 1. Joel EVER dress up 2. Would I dress up like this! Crazy people!

Come to my rescue...

2010-09-25T10:26:00.000-07:00

We have had this song sung at many of our worship services on Sunday and I LOVE the words and the tune. Just thought I'd share. Enjoy!

Bring it on!

2010-09-23T17:27:00.000-07:00

Well people, I've made it to the 3rd trimester! It felt like I would NEVER get here...now its crazy that I am!

I started 2 Bible studies this week and both are going to be great. I'm excited to see what God is going to teach me in these next few weeks! In the first one, we are finishing Max Lucado's
Facing your giants" book. In the mid-week study, we are going to be studying different women of the Bible! Should be good!!!

Adventures in Middle School:I've been subbing middle school a lot these past weeks..and at first I would hear whispers like "Is she pregnant...I dunno, ask!....no thats rude!" So, before each period I would just announce "FYI I am pregnant, not just fat" The kids would laugh and ask me all types of questions. I have made the mistake of asking a women if she was pregnant and she wasn't, so at least these kids just whisper. :)
Ohh and another middle school story: 6/7 English literature- The directions were to copy the vocab words from a specific story, find the definition and use them in a sentence. One of the words was "Console." (the pronunciation was write next to the word, by the way.) I kid you not, atleast 5 kids came up and asked how they were supposed to use the Nintendo wii console in a sentence! bhahahha Good times.

With all this middle school subbing...I'm wondering if God is telling me something? I HOPE not..but I think I should keep praying about it! BRING IT ON!

How far along? 28w3d

Total weight gain/loss: I gained 4lbs in 2 weeks. I guess having dessert 4x at night in a row is no bueno. Gotta stop that STAT!

How big is baby? Size: About 15+ inches Weight: Over 2lbs The size of a chinese cabbage! haha

Maternity clothes? Are amazing. enough said!

Sleep: Some days are good..some are bad. Darn back pain! Oh and the other night Jake was kicking at me all through the night...little bugger!

Best moment this week: Finally picking out our baby furniture, we have been so indecisive. We finally found what we want!!! This is what we decided on. We are getting the changer/hutch and the crib. We won't need a chest of drawers because my handy, dandy hubby made Jake a closet organizer! woo!

Movement: I have felt and seen him ROLL! Crazy! I also think he had the hiccups..but not sure exactly!!

Food cravings: Dessert...hence the +4 pounds I gained. Needless to say I went to the grocery store and loaded up on the fruit!

Gender: Team BLUE!

Labor Signs: Please stay away!!!

Belly Button in or out? Still in...

Stretchmarks? Sad, sad day my friends...I've found some MORE!!!!!!!!! Just on my stomach. I'm kinda glad I can't see them when I look down, I would just get more depressed. OH well, Jake will be worth it!!

How are you feeling? Right now?? Or in general?? I just cleaned the whole house..so I'm feeling achy now..but in general I'm feeling great!!

What I am looking forward to: Joel finishing the painting (he is paining as I type and is almost done!) Hooray!

What I miss: my hudson jeans.

Weekly Wisdom: Sit down and put your feet up

Milestones: Reaching the 3rd Trimester!! Ohhh and PASSING my glucose test!

I got more pictures of Jake and his adorable little face!! This was last week at 27 weeks!

The one on the left is him looking at us (if you turn your head tot he right you will see his eyes nose and pointy little chin like his mama!) The one of the right is a profile!

Motherhood

2010-09-18T08:26:00.000-07:00

This post isn't going to be the most exciting post ever..but I hate to miss a week of my updates! :)

Below the survey is a video I found about motherhood. Different women give advice. I liked it :)

How far along? 27w5d

Total weight gain/loss: "I swear I'm pregnant. not just fat" ha!

How big is baby? Size: 15 inches Weight: 2lbs

Maternity clothes? love, love, love them!! :)

Sleep: This week has been pretty good!!! Now that I'm subbing, I throw in an extra nap here and there!

Best moment this week: Seeing my little handsome on an ultrasound. His face is OH SO CUTE! :) Oh also, getting 2 sub jobs! woo!

Movement: I was JUST telling Joel how Jake is moving NON stop lately!! I love it!

Food cravings: I had a DISTINCT craving for peanut butter and chocolate ice cream from baskin robins. It was DELISH!

Gender: boy boy boy!

Labor Signs: Nada!

Belly Button in or out? Still in...

Stretchmarks? Those few little suckers are still there. :( The good thing is I have not spotted any more! hooray!

How are you feeling? Feeling good!!!!! (minus the back ache!)

What I am looking forward to: Getting color painted on the walls in the nursery! One thing I am NOT looking forward to is the diabetes test on tuesday! AH

What I miss: I'd have to say its still bending over with ease. Its getting waaay more difficult to bend.

Weekly Wisdom: Go with your gut

Milestones: Having my fluids checked via ultrasound and having the levels drop to normal! WOO Praise the Lord (background: last ultrasound the levels were in the "upper normal" range)

Another week has gone by...

2010-09-11T08:46:00.000-07:00

and I'm here to tell about it! Praise God for life!

Yesterday I subbed for Chelsey's 1st grade class. I'm not sure if it was being pregnant, the fact that it was my first day working since June, her class was crazy, or a combo of all three...but i was EXHAUSTED by 8:30 at night!

The kids asked if I was having a baby, and I said yes. Then, wouldn't you guess it, almost EVERY hand raised and told me how their mom, aunt, sister, cousin had or is having a baby. First graders, gotta love them. :-)

I threw myself a little pity party this week because of all the teachers going back to school and getting into a routine..and here I am..stalking subfinder hoping to get work! However, I am reminded that this is what God has planned for me right now..and when my little handsome man comes, I will be grateful to pick and choose the days I want to work!

In music news...I bought the new Sara Bareilles Cd..and I am in LOVE.I knew I would be..but hearing her new music is very inspiring! I cannot wait to go to her concert in a few weeks with Chels and Erin!! Woo for girls night!

Now on to the good stuff:
FYI: Bump shot this week is kinda weak.I don't have a low enough mirror to take a sufficient picture..but it will do. Plus, I'm not smiling again. FAIL. Oh well, ya get the picture!

How far along? 26weeks 5 days

Total weight gain/loss: Still in the normal range, but its starting to creep up!!

How big is baby? Size: 14 inches Weight: 2lbs

Maternity clothes? I'm still trying to wear non-maternity shirts, but its getting harder each week!!! I'm loving maternity pants though, I think regular designers should look into stretchy, cute, waistband jeans! lol

Sleep: Well my knocking on wood last week must have no worked because I've been sleeping like crap. My back has been giving me problems. Its not unbearable yet..but we shall see!

Best moment this week: Getting the invite to my shower...handmade by Chelsey and Val- the two greatest friends a girl could ask for!!

Movement: Love feeling him move and kick! He has been kicking Joel A LOT this past week! SO fun!

Food cravings: I am waiting for these darn cravings to really kick in. I want that experience of "I NEED ________ right now!! I guess I craved Spaghetti, but since it is my favorite food, I always want some!

Gender: Team BLUE!

Labor Signs: nope!

Belly Button in or out? Still in..and I can't see it anymore by looking down..so I have to rely on the mirror. ek!

Stretchmarks? This, my friends, is now a sore subject. I have spotting a few of these little suckers on the lower part of my belly. I was looking in the mirror and had to do a double take! I texted Joel in shock about it..and all he said was "Yeah I saw them the other night!" AH. Thanks a lot babe. A simple "Oh ya can't even notice them" or something would have helped. Oh well. I went out and got some stretch mark lotion. Like my mom said, "Welcome to Motherhood!"

How are you feeling? Besides the occasional back ache, I'm still feeling good! :)

What I am looking forward to: Ultrasound next week!

What I miss: Bending over with ease.

Weekly Wisdom:“Worry implies that we don’t quite trust that God is big enough, or powerful enough, or loving enough to take care of what’s happening in our lives."

Milestones: Starting bi-weekly appointments!

Updates and Pictures!!

2010-09-03T12:15:00.000-07:00

Its been a while, but I'm back! I made it to and from Missouri with no problems. It was so fun to sing at her wedding. The happy couple is now lounging in Hawaii! LUCKY!

We got our bedding in and it is everything I wanted! It is super cute and got me excited about decorating his room. Speaking of his room, Joel and Jason finished the crown and baseboard, now we just need the chair rail up, then we can paint! We decided to do a dark brown on the bottom, and a tan on top. Here is the bedding on our couch:I want to order this too, for above his crib, but with his name instead of buckaroo!Now on to the survey!
I really should smile for these pictures. lol

How far along? 25weeks 4 days
Total weight gain/loss: I'm in the normal range.woo!
How big is baby? Size: 13.5 inches Weight: 1.5lbs- He is sure growin!!!
Maternity clothes? I LOVE them!
Sleep: I've been sleeping great!! (Knock on wood)
Best moment this week: Seeing my stud on the ultrasound!! Pic below! :)
Movement: Holy cow..movement is non-stop. Love it!
Food cravings: Nothing specific this week!
Gender: boy :)
Labor Signs: nope!
Belly Button in or out? innie!
Stretchmarks? None that I can see!
How are you feeling? I'm feeling good. I've noticed I've take a few naps more recently. Oh and Ive been having backaches the past couple of days. no bueno.
What I am looking forward to: Dr. Appt. next week!
What I miss: Shaving my legs with no problem in the shower.
Weekly Wisdom: Everything works out in the end.
Milestones: Making it this far!

And now..a great face shot from yesterday's ultrasound. He was kicking the whole time, which gave the tech a run for her money. Also, it looked like Jake was chewing on something..who knows!!!! The tech said she has chubby cheeks! YAY
For those of you who don't know what you are looking at, its OK (I was right there with ya before I got knocked up..lol) Anyway..if you tilt your head to the right...you can see his face. his eyes..nose...and it looks like he is smiling.

HE IS SO CUTE ALREADY. I cannot wait for him to come!

Anything like me

2010-08-26T07:43:00.000-07:00

Grab the tissues (or maybe it's just my hormones!)

I love me some Brad Paisley, but this song caught my attention for obvious reasons.

Little Jake is going to be just like his Daddy!!

Read the lyrics...listen to the song..ENJOY!

I remember sayin I dont care either way
Just as long as he or she is healthy Im ok
Then the doctor pointed to the corner of the screen
And said Ya see that thing right there well ya know what that means

And I started wondering who he was going to be
And I thought heaven help us if hes anything like me

Hell probably climb a tree to tall and ride hes bike to fast
End up every summer wearin something in a cast
Hes gonna throw a ball and break some glass in a window down the street
Hes gonna get in trouble oh hes gonna get in fights
Im gonna lose my temper and some sleep
It safe to say that im gonna get my pay back if hes anything like me

I can see him right now knees all skinned up
With a magnifying glass tryin to melt the Tonka truck
Wont he be a sight with his football helmet on
Thatll be his first love til his first love comes along
Hell get his heart broke by the time hes in his teens
And heaven help him if hes anything like me

Hell probably stay out to late and drive his car to fast
Get a speeding ticket hell pay for mowing grass
Hes gonna get caught skippin class and be ground for a week
Hes gonna get in trouble were gonna get in fights
Im gonna lose my temper and some sleep
Its safe to say that im gonna get my pay back if hes anything like me

Hes gonna love me and hate me along the way
Years are gonna fly by I already dread the day
Hes gonna hug hes momma hes gonna shake my hand
Hes gonna act like he cant wait to leave
But as he drives out hell cry hes eyes out
If hes anything like me there's worse folks to be like
Aw hell be alright if hes anything like me

Baby Stuff!!!

2010-08-24T09:58:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! I thought I'd update ya'll on some things we decided on.

First, my diaper bag, which I absolutely LOVE!Next, we decided on a Theme for our little "Buckaroo". WESTERN. Very fitting for our growing family :) Here is the bedding:

Here are our furniture selections from JCPenny.com

My first "friends" shower is going to be in Oct, so we are planning on registering next week!

We are waiting for our bedding to come in so we can pick colors to paint the nursery!Things are coming together! Woo!

Thats all for now. I'm heading to Kansas on Thursday to sing in my friends wedding, so We'll see if i have a week 24 update!!

Baby Updates!

2010-08-18T14:22:00.000-07:00

Whoops. I skipped week 22, but nothing REALLY exciting happened...so we are good :)

Here are the dets for this week:

How far along? 23weeks 3 days
Total weight gain/loss: yeah about that..lol in my picture about my butt looks HUGE. sad, sad day.
How big is baby? Size: Over 11 inches- WOW..almost as long as a RULER! Weight: Over a pound!

Maternity clothes? Pants 4sho...some shirts are still good!!
Sleep: Great!!
Best moment this week: feeling him move throughout the day!
Movement: yes, all day every day.
Food cravings: Nothing specific this week.
Gender: BOY!
Labor Signs: Nope...waaaay to early for that.
Belly Button in or out? still in...and hopefully never out.
Stretchmarks? none that my eye can see!~
How are you feeling? good..kind of bored. Ready to start subbing again.
What I am looking forward to: Camping with the inlaws!
What I miss: margaritas.
Weekly Wisdom: Hang in there.
Milestones: Almost reaching Vday! (Viability refers to a point in fetal development at which the fetus may survive outside the womb)

Mini Rant/Pathetic whining.

2010-08-16T10:50:00.000-07:00

Warning: This post is a whine/vent. Don't read it if you don't wanna hear it.

You know the saying "Always a bridesmaid, never a bride." Well, this is how I feel (obviously not literally because I'm married.) I guess in my situation it would be more like "Always a substitute, never a teacher."

For the past two years, I've felt sad when September rolls around and I hear teachers talking about decorating their rooms, or getting supplies ready for the school year (or not to mention getting a steady pay check.)

I know its stupid, but when you go to school for 4.5 years, spend tons of money for this education...then have no where to use it, it gets kinda depressing.

Its nobodies fault but this dumb economy.

When I look at job postings, the requirements are usually "At least one year of experience required" or "Bilingual." I can't help the second requirement, but for the first... how the heck am I supposed to get a year of experience if no one will take a chance on me!?

Being a substitute is no walk in the park, let me tell you.

I try not to worry about it..because for the past 2 years I have been taken care of and God has provided...but its like, when is it going to be MY time. It always works out...God's timing is always perfect.

I guess sometimes I just need to vent.

wa wa wa cry me a river, I know. Someone call the WAAAmbulance. I'm done now.

thanks. I feel better now. :)

Bethenny Getting Married?

2010-08-14T10:23:00.001-07:00

I would have to say I am OBSESSED with this show and am SO sad its over :( Bethenny seems so real and I love her sassy, sarcastic attitude.

P.s. I would LOVE to look like Bethenny Frankel 2 months after I give birth..please and thank you.
http://www.bricksandstonesgossip.com/2010/08/10/bethenny-frankel-out-in-la-

Having a mommy moment...already?

2010-08-12T14:50:00.000-07:00

mommy graphics

correction: he will call me mommy :)

I cannot wait!

3.5 more months!