On Saturday, Brian and I spent half of the day totally rearranging our apartment. We have had our second bedroom as our office, and now that our little girl is on the way we need it to be the nursery. So, we needed to move all of the furniture out of that room, and fit it into the rest of the apartment.
Brian and I had a great time working together. It was fun planning and seeing things take shape as we progressed, and clearing out our baby's room. We still have things in the room that needs to be moved, but all of the big stuff is out and I am getting excited for my little girl's nursery.
5.13.2009
5.07.2009
PASSED!!!
Brian found out today that he passed his First Year Exam!!! Looks like we will be staying in Michigan for at least another year!
5.06.2009
Trip and Treasures
For a week and a half I was able to go to Utah to stay with my family while Brian worked on studying and taking finals. I took this opportunity to work with my mom on my babies room, and visit with some friends that I hadn't seen in a while.
I had such a good time designing and working with my mom, she is so talented, and I am glad she passed some of her genes onto me. We are able to work very well with each other, especially now that I am more direct and decisive about what I like and want. If I got stuck on how the design I thought of worked, my mom would be right there with a solution. She would even fix things that I didn't know how to voice my concern about. My mom and I look at things differently then most and are a lot more detail oriented in our designing. I love that she would know just what to do!
My mom also knows the places to look. She and I have somewhat similar tastes and we are so excited that I am having a girl! She took me to stores that are amazing! I am so excited about my little girls room! I found so many things at the shops my mom took me to that are sparkly, cute, and SO ME!!! I had a great time!
I also was able to spend some time with the rest of my family, of course. It was tons of fun seeing everyone, and I am glad Celeste came home while I was there. Kevin's family was staying at my parents for a while so I got to see my adorable nieces, Kaybria and Julie, a ton. I would often wake up to Kaybria in the kitchen(she was usually the first one awake each morning).
I also got to see some of my friends that I haven't seen in a long time. I had a good time catching up and I even got to see the family that I babysat for in Junior High and High School. The oldest had just turned TEN! She had been less then one when I started Babysitting for them! It is crazy how fast time flies, and children grow.
It was a fantastic trip, and I loved every minute of it, but I did miss Brian a ton. It was so good to be able to come back home to him. He loved the things that my mom and I worked on and was very impressed with the quality. My mom doesn't settle for anything, but the best work!
I had such a good time designing and working with my mom, she is so talented, and I am glad she passed some of her genes onto me. We are able to work very well with each other, especially now that I am more direct and decisive about what I like and want. If I got stuck on how the design I thought of worked, my mom would be right there with a solution. She would even fix things that I didn't know how to voice my concern about. My mom and I look at things differently then most and are a lot more detail oriented in our designing. I love that she would know just what to do!
My mom also knows the places to look. She and I have somewhat similar tastes and we are so excited that I am having a girl! She took me to stores that are amazing! I am so excited about my little girls room! I found so many things at the shops my mom took me to that are sparkly, cute, and SO ME!!! I had a great time!
I also was able to spend some time with the rest of my family, of course. It was tons of fun seeing everyone, and I am glad Celeste came home while I was there. Kevin's family was staying at my parents for a while so I got to see my adorable nieces, Kaybria and Julie, a ton. I would often wake up to Kaybria in the kitchen(she was usually the first one awake each morning).
I also got to see some of my friends that I haven't seen in a long time. I had a good time catching up and I even got to see the family that I babysat for in Junior High and High School. The oldest had just turned TEN! She had been less then one when I started Babysitting for them! It is crazy how fast time flies, and children grow.
It was a fantastic trip, and I loved every minute of it, but I did miss Brian a ton. It was so good to be able to come back home to him. He loved the things that my mom and I worked on and was very impressed with the quality. My mom doesn't settle for anything, but the best work!
4.16.2009
Partying with baby
My little girl's kicks have been getting stronger, and stronger. I love to feel her move around and kick. I love when Brian is able to feel her, and he can feel her a lot better now.
Brian was asked the other day if he thought our baby was a night or a morning baby. He had replied that he thought she was a morning baby, but he has changed his mind about that because let me tell you, she is BOTH!
I almost always feel her moving when I am going to sleep, and then again when I wake up. As she has been getting stronger it feels as though she is partying. The last week her kicks and flips have been keeping me up at night a bit, but I don't mind. Then just this morning(about 4:30 am) I woke up unexpectedly from a deep sleep. At first I didn't understand what woke me, but then I realized that she was partying again. I wasn't able to get back to sleep until about three hours later(she was having a great time). I am so glad that I can sleep in!
Brian was asked the other day if he thought our baby was a night or a morning baby. He had replied that he thought she was a morning baby, but he has changed his mind about that because let me tell you, she is BOTH!
I almost always feel her moving when I am going to sleep, and then again when I wake up. As she has been getting stronger it feels as though she is partying. The last week her kicks and flips have been keeping me up at night a bit, but I don't mind. Then just this morning(about 4:30 am) I woke up unexpectedly from a deep sleep. At first I didn't understand what woke me, but then I realized that she was partying again. I wasn't able to get back to sleep until about three hours later(she was having a great time). I am so glad that I can sleep in!
4.06.2009
Bring on the PINK! IT'S A GIRL!!!
Brian and I went into the doctor's office this morning for an ultrasound, and found out that we are going to be having a little girl! We are so excited!
They checked out all of the organs and made sure everything was there and looked right. The doctor said that everything looked fine. We were able to see the heartbeat quit a bit, and we loved seeing her little feet. They did have a hard time getting a picture of her face. She is already camera shy, just like her parents!
Now, onto the name game!
They checked out all of the organs and made sure everything was there and looked right. The doctor said that everything looked fine. We were able to see the heartbeat quit a bit, and we loved seeing her little feet. They did have a hard time getting a picture of her face. She is already camera shy, just like her parents!
Now, onto the name game!
3.25.2009
Frustrated fabric shopper
Last year when one of my cousins posted about her baby's nursery, and that she made the items for it, I loved the idea. So, now that I am pregnant I want to do the same thing. Make the items for my baby's nursery. I really like this idea, especially since I have an idea what I want, but the stores don't have it.
I have decided that I want a turquoise blue and lime green nursery. I feel that this is gender neutral enough that I can use the items again. I also want to have accents of silver and white, and maybe a bit of black, and yellow. If we have a girl I would add hot pink in a bit.
So, lately my mom and I have been on the look out for these colors of fabric, and I am getting tired of looking at so much and not finding a lot of what I really want. I have found that when I do finally find the right color it is either mixed with a color I do not want(usually brown), to feminine and flowery, or to old looking. This is why I am becoming a bit frustrated, but I am not giving up yet!
I have decided that I want a turquoise blue and lime green nursery. I feel that this is gender neutral enough that I can use the items again. I also want to have accents of silver and white, and maybe a bit of black, and yellow. If we have a girl I would add hot pink in a bit.
So, lately my mom and I have been on the look out for these colors of fabric, and I am getting tired of looking at so much and not finding a lot of what I really want. I have found that when I do finally find the right color it is either mixed with a color I do not want(usually brown), to feminine and flowery, or to old looking. This is why I am becoming a bit frustrated, but I am not giving up yet!
3.24.2009
Wrong car
Today I was on campus waiting for Brian to run and get a few things from his office so that he could work at home today, and I had a funny experience. Just a few minutes after Brian had left the car I heard the door open. I thought that Brian was pretty fast or he had forgotten something in the car that he needed. When I looked over I got a surprise. At first I saw a woman's coat and then someone I don't know went to get into the car and we both got a shock. Some girl thought I was her ride picking her up. Turns out her ride was parked in front of me. Oops!
3.19.2009
Holly's Gifts
As I was getting ready for the day, I suddenly came to realize that it was four years ago today that Holly's earthly mission came to an end and she was called home to heaven to continue her mission there. Just like many who knew her, I still miss her terribly, and every once in a while still find myself shedding tears over the loss that I still feel. Today has been especially hard, and I turned to the poem that I recited at her funeral to remember some of the many reasons why I love and miss her.
This poem was written by my cousin Jessica Duersch from the thoughts and memories that I gave to her. She did a wonderful job capturing who Holly was, and what she meant to us that loved her.
Holly's Gifts
I've been collecting angels ever since my birth,
To me God sent a real, live angel, Holly to this earth.
My room is full of figurines, angels of all sizes.
Holly, my dear sister is my angel of surprises.
Hide and seek her favorite game, we'd play most every day.
My books and things would turn up missing, "Go ask Holly," they'd say.
She'd take my hand and lead me, all the house around
To the spot she'd carefully hidden - my books -
A treasure found!
As sisters we would share a room and settle in at night.
Scared of the dark she always wanted - just a little light.
Of course I'd have to study and would read my books in bed.
I'd leave the room to get a drink and return to see instead...
Holly snuggled in my covers, taking up my place;
Reading my book - upside down - a studious look upon her face.
She'll walk to Winder Dairy and likes to swim all on her own.
I'd find her asleep on the kitchen stool, sometimes when I got home.
She's small enough to carry, with a big heart full of love.
Holly brings us lots of joy - our sweet angel from above.
Holly dances to the music when the movie's at the end.
Her tiny, flexible body has many ways to bend.
Just last week I washed my car and Holly came to help me.
She got the rags, a bucket and a yellow sponge. You see,
We worked together washing - to make the car so clean.
With the rags we'd wipe it down so no dirt could be seen.
Then Holly climbed up on the roof - cleaning with her might;
Leaving a trail of muddy shoe prints; not to my delight.
But then when it was my turn to pull all of the weeds,
There was my little angel, with just the help I'd need.
Running with her sweater and her backpack on from school.
My sister came to pull the weeds - and that was really cool.
I love her hugs and kisses - she'd always meet me on the run.
Those tender times of greeting show her love shines like the sun.
Everyday she'll call, "Mon, mon"- from the topmost stair.
She'd make sure that all us kids were there for family prayer.
Picture Holly standing still - with arms folded just right;
Her head bowed low and then you'd see her eyes were shut so tight.
I know that heaven sure took note of every prayer she led.
God knows His children, He understands the prayers that can't be said.
"A little child shall lead them and take them by the hand."
Just watch my sister Holly and then you'll understand.
That love that Jesus told us we should have for all mankind.
That's the love that Holly gives with heart and soul and mind.
Oh how she loves our neighbors and lived the golden rule;
She'll walk right in their houses and sit upon a stool.
The Bassetts and the Yorgasons often had a breakfast guest.
Her unexpected visits - left there homes so blest.
At Christmas time, Holly Noelle would put on a "Rudolf show,"
Fingers on her head like antlers and a cheery, "Ho, Ho, HO."
With few words and her persistence, she could say so much,
Her gestures, her example and her patient, kindly touch.
It doesn't take long to figure out exactly what she means;
She'll point at you, then model too, it's easy so it seems.
At our houses, Holly's the boss, you'd better all take part.
She'd want us all to do the actions and sing with all our heart.
So if you please would join me, with song and action too;
Once there was a snowman - Holly this song's for you.
(Sing - Once There Was a Snowman)
So my angel sister, thank you for your gifts.
We know you're on a mission, though your smile we all will miss.
Thanks to Heavenly Father for the real angel that He sent.
Our days with Holly will always be
Time that was well spent.
I love you, Holly Noelle!
This poem was written by my cousin Jessica Duersch from the thoughts and memories that I gave to her. She did a wonderful job capturing who Holly was, and what she meant to us that loved her.
Holly's Gifts
I've been collecting angels ever since my birth,
To me God sent a real, live angel, Holly to this earth.
My room is full of figurines, angels of all sizes.
Holly, my dear sister is my angel of surprises.
Hide and seek her favorite game, we'd play most every day.
My books and things would turn up missing, "Go ask Holly," they'd say.
She'd take my hand and lead me, all the house around
To the spot she'd carefully hidden - my books -
A treasure found!
As sisters we would share a room and settle in at night.
Scared of the dark she always wanted - just a little light.
Of course I'd have to study and would read my books in bed.
I'd leave the room to get a drink and return to see instead...
Holly snuggled in my covers, taking up my place;
Reading my book - upside down - a studious look upon her face.
She'll walk to Winder Dairy and likes to swim all on her own.
I'd find her asleep on the kitchen stool, sometimes when I got home.
She's small enough to carry, with a big heart full of love.
Holly brings us lots of joy - our sweet angel from above.
Holly dances to the music when the movie's at the end.
Her tiny, flexible body has many ways to bend.
Just last week I washed my car and Holly came to help me.
She got the rags, a bucket and a yellow sponge. You see,
We worked together washing - to make the car so clean.
With the rags we'd wipe it down so no dirt could be seen.
Then Holly climbed up on the roof - cleaning with her might;
Leaving a trail of muddy shoe prints; not to my delight.
But then when it was my turn to pull all of the weeds,
There was my little angel, with just the help I'd need.
Running with her sweater and her backpack on from school.
My sister came to pull the weeds - and that was really cool.
I love her hugs and kisses - she'd always meet me on the run.
Those tender times of greeting show her love shines like the sun.
Everyday she'll call, "Mon, mon"- from the topmost stair.
She'd make sure that all us kids were there for family prayer.
Picture Holly standing still - with arms folded just right;
Her head bowed low and then you'd see her eyes were shut so tight.
I know that heaven sure took note of every prayer she led.
God knows His children, He understands the prayers that can't be said.
"A little child shall lead them and take them by the hand."
Just watch my sister Holly and then you'll understand.
That love that Jesus told us we should have for all mankind.
That's the love that Holly gives with heart and soul and mind.
Oh how she loves our neighbors and lived the golden rule;
She'll walk right in their houses and sit upon a stool.
The Bassetts and the Yorgasons often had a breakfast guest.
Her unexpected visits - left there homes so blest.
At Christmas time, Holly Noelle would put on a "Rudolf show,"
Fingers on her head like antlers and a cheery, "Ho, Ho, HO."
With few words and her persistence, she could say so much,
Her gestures, her example and her patient, kindly touch.
It doesn't take long to figure out exactly what she means;
She'll point at you, then model too, it's easy so it seems.
At our houses, Holly's the boss, you'd better all take part.
She'd want us all to do the actions and sing with all our heart.
So if you please would join me, with song and action too;
Once there was a snowman - Holly this song's for you.
(Sing - Once There Was a Snowman)
So my angel sister, thank you for your gifts.
We know you're on a mission, though your smile we all will miss.
Thanks to Heavenly Father for the real angel that He sent.
Our days with Holly will always be
Time that was well spent.
I love you, Holly Noelle!
3.18.2009
Baby Kicks
For the last few weeks I have been able to feel the baby move(mostly in the mornings before I get up and at night when I go to sleep). It is so neat, I love it! At first it was soft and I wasn't sure if it was the baby, but I can definitely tell now when I feel the baby(I can feel the baby even now moving around a little). I can tell that the baby has been getting stronger in the last couple of weeks.
On Monday morning as I was laying in bed before getting up for the day the baby gave me a good hard kick(well hard enough that even my hand felt it). This really surprised me. Brian then came into the room, but the baby was done for the moment so Brian didn't feel it then. Though, last night as Brian and I were going to sleep, the baby was pretty active again, and Brian put is hand on my tummy to see if he could feel it moving, and the baby gave him a good "Hello" kick, and Brian felt it(I did too, and it was a hard one for the baby). I am so glad that Brian got to feel the baby.
On Monday morning as I was laying in bed before getting up for the day the baby gave me a good hard kick(well hard enough that even my hand felt it). This really surprised me. Brian then came into the room, but the baby was done for the moment so Brian didn't feel it then. Though, last night as Brian and I were going to sleep, the baby was pretty active again, and Brian put is hand on my tummy to see if he could feel it moving, and the baby gave him a good "Hello" kick, and Brian felt it(I did too, and it was a hard one for the baby). I am so glad that Brian got to feel the baby.
3.09.2009
Learning photography
Last week I started my photography class. I am taking the one through Jessica Sprague's website, and I already love the class. In just a week I feel like I have learned so much so far, but I know that there is a lot more to learn.
For the first week we learned about shutter speed and needed to take movement pictures in fast and slow for the assignment. What is better for movement than a toddler?! So I asked my friend Ashley if I could take some pictures of her little girl, Ainsley. On Friday we went to a nice area across the street(the weather for once was beautiful), and I took over 400 pictures(I got a bit carried away) of Ainsley exploring the place.
These are the pictures that I turned in for my assignment. The first one is in the faster shutter speed so it is clearer, and the second one is blurred a little bit because it is in the slower shutter speed.
I loved playing around with my new camera, and look forward to learning and taking more pictures.
For the first week we learned about shutter speed and needed to take movement pictures in fast and slow for the assignment. What is better for movement than a toddler?! So I asked my friend Ashley if I could take some pictures of her little girl, Ainsley. On Friday we went to a nice area across the street(the weather for once was beautiful), and I took over 400 pictures(I got a bit carried away) of Ainsley exploring the place.
These are the pictures that I turned in for my assignment. The first one is in the faster shutter speed so it is clearer, and the second one is blurred a little bit because it is in the slower shutter speed.
I loved playing around with my new camera, and look forward to learning and taking more pictures.
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