Here are the things I hope to never take for granted once I become a mom.
I will never complain about the fact that I am getting stretch marks or that my body is changing, instead I will thank God for the miracle growing healthy inside of me.
I won't be upset at the lack of sleep, I'd rather rejoice and thank Him for the little sleep that I do get.
I won't get angry or upset when my child needs something and interupts me, I'll be thankful for the fact that I have a child who needs me.
I want to be thankful to get sick while pregnant, thankful that I am in fact pregnant.
I hope to keep an open heart when other mothers give me advice.
I want to remember what it felt like to try month after month, and then year after year with no positive pregnancy test. I want to cherish the fact that I am a mother. I want to have empathy for those who are still struggling and share in their joy when they do get the good news the Lord has coming to them. I don't want to forget how long our journey was and who we owe this blessing to.
This is something I hope will come true, and I will remind myself to reread this when that time comes.
Do you ever find yourself listening to something, singing along, and then quickly come to the conclusion that you despise said song you are singing so you skip it? It happens to me all of the time, especially with that Goyte song, You Didn't Have to Cut Me Off! (I don't even know if that is the correct title) It got me thinking about the songs I wouldn't dare skip over, and also might not otherwise admit that I jam out to it. However, I confess these 15 songs wouldn't dare ever be skipped over by moi.
fifteen: Hanson, What Christmas Means to Me
This song is one of my most favorite Christmas songs. I went through a major Hanson loving phase and I can still remember the cover of this CD. Listening to this song puts me in a wonderful mood.
fourteen: Hole, Celebrity Skin
Well, I do love Nirvana and when Hole came out as a band I remember sneaking to listen to this song. I can also remember when the video aired on MTV and loving the fact that Courtney had crystals in her hair.
thirteen: Alanis Morissette, Head Over Feet
This was like an anthem for me when I was growing up! I would blast this through my pink record player speakers and dance around my room like a maniac. For whatever reason, I thought I could relate to Alanis Morissette in every single way. Oh, the tween and teenage years...
twelve: Counting Crows, A Long December
I could listen to this song in the middle of June and still feel the power of this hit. A Long December never gets old.
eleven: Lil Wayne, Got Money
Duh. This song got me amped before my wedding and anytime I am feeling depressed or negative I blast this jam throughout my car or in my ear buds.
ten: Britney Spears, I'm a Slave 4 U
Britney Spears is amazing. I love her and she can do no wrong in my book. Like I've said before, it's our job to protect this girl woman.
nine: Rod Stewart, Rhythm of My Heart
I credit my Mom for this one, oh and my PE teacher in elementary school. I can remember jumping on our couch bed watching a Rod Stewart video video. I love this man, so does my Mother, she calls him Rod the Bod.
eight: Backstreet Boys, I Want it That Way
Forget N'Sync I was all about BSB.
seven: Blink182, Feeling This
Love this band, love this song. This album is all I would listen to in the mornings and on road trips.
six: Christina Aguilera, Dirrty
The Yin to Britney's Yang. Disney Darling. Dirrty Xtina. This song will make you move and is great motivation while working out.
five: Dave Matthews Band, Crash
Wedding song.
four: Madonna, Vogue
Classic. Vogue takes me back to my childhood years. My older sister, Elizabeth, idolized miss M and because of that, I liked her as well. Elizabeth used to dance around in a black bra to this song and also told me when she got married she was going to wear a black wedding dress with white lingerie. That never happened, unfortunately.
three: Garth Brooks, Friends in Low Places
First concert I ever went to.
two: Rihanna, Birthday Cake
This is like my favorite song right now. I look like a fool in my car singing along to this.
one: Michael Jackson, Black or White
Bam. I'm a child again. I love this song. It's true that your childhood taste in music forms the type of music you will enjoy the rest of your life. I have only fond memories of Michael Jackson's music.
1. I like puppy breath, sugar skulls, and pallets in the living room with my husband.
2. A goal of mine is to become a mother.
3. The last thing you would ever expect me to like (but I do) is probably Lil' Wayne, and maybe the Disney show Good Luck Charlie.
4. Some wise words that I adore are from the Bible,For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11. These words give me hope for a future healthy pregnancy, especially on days like today where that is all that I can think about.
5. Most mornings you will find me wide awake and ready for the day.
6. Right now I am super into Aztec print leggings!
7. Right now I am super over YOLO and people bashing our President.
As I mentioned above my heart is heavy today. Thinking about the holidays makes me uneasy and sad. I'm sad because I want my May baby. I want to experience the holidays with a miracle growing inside of me. I want to post pictures on my instagram and Facebook of my expanding belly. I am being selfish for God had other plans for our baby Asher and for me. I do trust Him and believe in His love for me. For whatever reason today is just harder than yesterday but I know with time it will get better.
A look back at a few events that have been occupying my time. Above is a picture of me & my Dad at Cibolo Creek's first farmhouse! Our little town has it's very own Farmer's Market every Saturday and at the Market you can tour the old mill, first hand dug water well, and this gorgeous house. In addition to all that you can also hike the trails! It was a family affair and I was as usual impressed with my Father's knowledge.
Blake amusing himself with all the "junk" I buy for the house. Typical Saturday.
You are never too old for face painting! Our cute little town also opened a water front walk all the way around the river. The grand opening was super fun and the new walkway is awesome!
My Mom, my inspiration.
My creative Father put this up in hopes of "a clean sweep" for Spurs victory. Even though I am a Mavericks fan you must admit this is funny/creative!
Blake has been working very hard on the yard & it shows!
(one) When I was a child I wanted to be an anesthesiologist when I grew up.
(two) As an adult, my dream job would be a mother and dog rescuer.
(three) When I was younger I wanted to be just like Fiona Apple.
(four) The childhood Halloween costume I remember most was when I dressed up as a baby...pacifier, tweety bird slippers, and a mu mu.
(five) My favorite childhood toy was my plastic shopping cart full of my belongings. My granddaddy used to call me a bag lady.
(six) The time that I got into the biggest amount of trouble when I was a child was when I got caught drinking and received an M.I.P, I let my parents down and I peed in my pants. Shameful.
(seven) I get daily inspiration from bloggers, my students, and pinterest.
On my to-do list today is to check out the new website www.wanelo.com it's where you can purchase PINTEREST products/inspirations.
I also failed to mention yesterday that on Wednesday night, Mr. D surprised me with that Nikon camera I have repeatedly put on my blog! I am such a lucky girl, I can't wait to show you all pictures!
