Mini Photoshoot

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

Wordless Wednesday

3 Month Check In!

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.)
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• 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???

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...

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

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

Rolling over!!!

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!!!