Yesterday was a GREAT DAY!!
1. I finished my last assignment for school until January! Hallelujah. This past course, I found myself very burned out.
2. Work has calmed down. There will still be things to do and take care of, but it has slowed. I needed the break, at least for a few days:)
3. I got my haircut:) I was needing color, shaping, etc.. I had been getting my hair done by a friend for awhile, but she is about to stop working because she is pregnant:), so I went back to Caroline, my lady all through college. It was great to see her and catch up and we decided to...... CUT BANGS! I really like them so far. They are different, but a nice change.
Anyways, I had been really stressed and tired. I felt truly WEARY possibly for one of the only times, if not the first in my life. So, when all that took place yesterday, I felt on top of the world!
Jason and I are excited to have time together, where we neither one are traveling separately, at least until late on Christmas day.
The hustle and bustle of this Christmas season, never ceases to amaze me, I mean I am in Abilene, TX. Granted there are not a ton of stores to shop, but every evening and weekend day--- the traffic is nuts!! I will not get on a soap box about it, but just had to throw it out there.
Well I am off for now to relax, a lovely concept, and then grocery shop, so I can begin cooking every evening again. The next couple weeks are going to be BLISS!!
God Bless!
Recommendation: If you have not read or heard about Rick Warren's, The Purpose of Christmas, they are selling cheap at Wal-mart. Neat!
Friday, December 12, 2008
Thanksgiving Pics...
So here are all the Thanksgiving pics from the above post. Yes, I realize they are a bit tardy!
Josiah and his Great Grandma:)
Thanksgiving Table
Josiah and I after bath time!
He loves his bath time and knows how to chilax!!
Josiah meeting Uncle JJ for 1st time. He LOVED him!!
Josiah and I talking and playing
3 pics of Josiah's football onsie for his 1st football game, adorable!!
Fam on Sunday before everyone started heading out (I was given no warning of pics, grr...)
Josiah and his Great Grandma:)
Thanksgiving Table
Josiah and I after bath time!
He loves his bath time and knows how to chilax!!
Josiah meeting Uncle JJ for 1st time. He LOVED him!!
Josiah and I talking and playing
3 pics of Josiah's football onsie for his 1st football game, adorable!!
Fam on Sunday before everyone started heading out (I was given no warning of pics, grr...)
Friday, December 5, 2008
Thanksgiving and more.....
Hello World!
I am sitting here in a rocking chair, next to my lit Christmas tree, in a warm cozy house, drinking my coffee after Jason and I's wonderful workout this morning. WHAT A LIFE:) The coziness and lack of feeling rushed is something I cherish, especially when it is 26 degrees outside.
The Holidays make me happy. I love Christmas. I love the hub bub around Christmas, the decorations, the music, the family and friend gatherings, the Christmas smells, the automatic Joy that the season brings, and most of all the MEANING OF CHRISTMAS!!
However, before I rave on too much about Christmas I must tell you all about Thanksgiving. It was WONDERFUL. My family (mom, dad, jamie, jay, & josiah) came to us this year. It was Jason and I's first Thanksgiving to host. I loved having them in my home, setting up a table here, and the closeness of the days they spent here. Jason and I still live in a two bedroom duplex, so it was close quarters, which made it all the more fun and memorable. As for hosting, it definately does take preperation, but thanks to my selfless mother, she helped with much of the food preparation before they ever got here, so not all of it was on my shoulders. Jason fried a turkey and MMMM, DELICOUS! In west texas many would say, "finger lcikin' good":)!
I miss family time dearly, so it was medicine to my soul. And that precious baby boy Josiah, need I say more. I was priveleged to spend many hours holding him while he slept, chaning diapers, bathing him, and staying up night shifts with him, which I would not trade for anything in the world. He is absolutely perfect, an ANGEL! YaYa and Papa Bear might say I was a Josiah hoarder, but that is fine by me:).
Anyways, the girls went into the computer room and watched movies on the computer while the men hogged the big screen for football watching! I would have enjoyed that as well, but wanted to spend time with mom and sipper.
On Friday, we went to Seymour to celebrate my grandmother's 90th birthday party. She is unbelievable. I don't know if I have ever shared with you all about this healthy and vibrant woman. She lives on the farm that my Grandpa built with his own hands by herself now that he has passed. She still gets on their riding lawn mower and mows their land, can you believe that? Anyways, she showed up to her party in HIGH HEELS, hot pink nail polish, a lavendar skirt suit, and as SPUNKY AS I CAN REMEMBER. I pray that when I am older I can be as healthy, full of life, and passionate about actively living the time I have left as she is. She is our only living grandparent at this point, so her getting to meet Josiah was a very neat thing for Jamie and Jay, as well as me. I cherished that moment, in case I am not blessed with a similar one.
Anyways, it was a great celebration and party with a lot of family. Jason was able to come out after work and meet the rest of my dad's side of the family that he had not met. We proceeded to play movie charades and he stole the show:)! I married a fun and funny man!
Finally, Saturday we went to the ACU Football Playoff game. It was so fun, but heartbreaking. They had an excellent season and lost in the National Quarter Final game. However, Josiah had a special outfit on for the day and was adorable. His first football game in a football onsie that had football feet.
Anyways Jason and I were sad to see the family go, but we had an eventful and fun week.
For me season is officially over. I now am able to focus on my last few school assignments before a long break, get ready for christmas, and take care of many things that had been put on the back burner. I won't bore you with all the details though.
If you are still reading this, what great friends, if it is family-- well you should be:) JK!!
Love you all, have a blessed Holiday Season. Let us not forget what Christmas is truly all about! We serve a gracious God, who displayed His unfathomable love and mercy through the precious gift of His son, our Savior!
Pics to come, probably later this afternoon!
I am sitting here in a rocking chair, next to my lit Christmas tree, in a warm cozy house, drinking my coffee after Jason and I's wonderful workout this morning. WHAT A LIFE:) The coziness and lack of feeling rushed is something I cherish, especially when it is 26 degrees outside.
The Holidays make me happy. I love Christmas. I love the hub bub around Christmas, the decorations, the music, the family and friend gatherings, the Christmas smells, the automatic Joy that the season brings, and most of all the MEANING OF CHRISTMAS!!
However, before I rave on too much about Christmas I must tell you all about Thanksgiving. It was WONDERFUL. My family (mom, dad, jamie, jay, & josiah) came to us this year. It was Jason and I's first Thanksgiving to host. I loved having them in my home, setting up a table here, and the closeness of the days they spent here. Jason and I still live in a two bedroom duplex, so it was close quarters, which made it all the more fun and memorable. As for hosting, it definately does take preperation, but thanks to my selfless mother, she helped with much of the food preparation before they ever got here, so not all of it was on my shoulders. Jason fried a turkey and MMMM, DELICOUS! In west texas many would say, "finger lcikin' good":)!
I miss family time dearly, so it was medicine to my soul. And that precious baby boy Josiah, need I say more. I was priveleged to spend many hours holding him while he slept, chaning diapers, bathing him, and staying up night shifts with him, which I would not trade for anything in the world. He is absolutely perfect, an ANGEL! YaYa and Papa Bear might say I was a Josiah hoarder, but that is fine by me:).
Anyways, the girls went into the computer room and watched movies on the computer while the men hogged the big screen for football watching! I would have enjoyed that as well, but wanted to spend time with mom and sipper.
On Friday, we went to Seymour to celebrate my grandmother's 90th birthday party. She is unbelievable. I don't know if I have ever shared with you all about this healthy and vibrant woman. She lives on the farm that my Grandpa built with his own hands by herself now that he has passed. She still gets on their riding lawn mower and mows their land, can you believe that? Anyways, she showed up to her party in HIGH HEELS, hot pink nail polish, a lavendar skirt suit, and as SPUNKY AS I CAN REMEMBER. I pray that when I am older I can be as healthy, full of life, and passionate about actively living the time I have left as she is. She is our only living grandparent at this point, so her getting to meet Josiah was a very neat thing for Jamie and Jay, as well as me. I cherished that moment, in case I am not blessed with a similar one.
Anyways, it was a great celebration and party with a lot of family. Jason was able to come out after work and meet the rest of my dad's side of the family that he had not met. We proceeded to play movie charades and he stole the show:)! I married a fun and funny man!
Finally, Saturday we went to the ACU Football Playoff game. It was so fun, but heartbreaking. They had an excellent season and lost in the National Quarter Final game. However, Josiah had a special outfit on for the day and was adorable. His first football game in a football onsie that had football feet.
Anyways Jason and I were sad to see the family go, but we had an eventful and fun week.
For me season is officially over. I now am able to focus on my last few school assignments before a long break, get ready for christmas, and take care of many things that had been put on the back burner. I won't bore you with all the details though.
If you are still reading this, what great friends, if it is family-- well you should be:) JK!!
Love you all, have a blessed Holiday Season. Let us not forget what Christmas is truly all about! We serve a gracious God, who displayed His unfathomable love and mercy through the precious gift of His son, our Savior!
Pics to come, probably later this afternoon!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Random Updates
1. Our season is now officially over:( The girls played great at our conference tournament though.
2. Last week I got two weeks behind on homework, so this week so far has been make up city, but we get two weeks for next weeks due to Thanksgiving.
3. Mom/dad and Jamie/Jay and BABY JOSIAH, are coming to Jason and I for thanksgiving. I AM BEYOND EXCITED!! We will have lots of great family togetherness and fun. Much needed and Jason has not met Josiah yet. Yipee!!
4. As an echo to a post I read of my cousins earlier, regardless of who you/we voted for all that is left to do is get on our knees and pray for our country and our new leader.
5. I love winter. I love the cold. I love that winter means holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas, which means Easter is even closer.
6. One of Jason and I's dear friends is getting married this weekend. Praise God.
7. My co-worker and good friend, Kellen, has been put on bed rest until her precious little one gets her, lift her up please.
8. ACU Football is hosting a playoff game here this Saturday. If we win we host another one the following week. We have a great shot at making it to the DII national championship! Go Cats!!!
9. I haven't seen enough movies lately due to lack of time, but I am excited to start catching back up.
10. I have been going 90-nothing this week, with work, school work, doing necessary things around the house, yet I feel alive. I am a dork and as tired as I get, I love being productive. Go figure.
11. I need a pedicure now that season is over.
12. We are celebrating my Grandma's 90th birthday the day after thanksgiving. How cool is that. Thank You Lord for grandma's health and life.
Enough randomness for now! Have a blessed day and Happy Thanksgiving!
2. Last week I got two weeks behind on homework, so this week so far has been make up city, but we get two weeks for next weeks due to Thanksgiving.
3. Mom/dad and Jamie/Jay and BABY JOSIAH, are coming to Jason and I for thanksgiving. I AM BEYOND EXCITED!! We will have lots of great family togetherness and fun. Much needed and Jason has not met Josiah yet. Yipee!!
4. As an echo to a post I read of my cousins earlier, regardless of who you/we voted for all that is left to do is get on our knees and pray for our country and our new leader.
5. I love winter. I love the cold. I love that winter means holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas, which means Easter is even closer.
6. One of Jason and I's dear friends is getting married this weekend. Praise God.
7. My co-worker and good friend, Kellen, has been put on bed rest until her precious little one gets her, lift her up please.
8. ACU Football is hosting a playoff game here this Saturday. If we win we host another one the following week. We have a great shot at making it to the DII national championship! Go Cats!!!
9. I haven't seen enough movies lately due to lack of time, but I am excited to start catching back up.
10. I have been going 90-nothing this week, with work, school work, doing necessary things around the house, yet I feel alive. I am a dork and as tired as I get, I love being productive. Go figure.
11. I need a pedicure now that season is over.
12. We are celebrating my Grandma's 90th birthday the day after thanksgiving. How cool is that. Thank You Lord for grandma's health and life.
Enough randomness for now! Have a blessed day and Happy Thanksgiving!
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Little Josiah......
I finally have a few minutes to sit down and do one of two things I want to do, which are spend some quality time with my husband and write a post about Josiah Andrew (my nephew)!
He was born on October 16th, as I have already posted. I got to finally see him on Saturday the 18th. I stayed with Jamie, Jay, and Josiah from Saturday evening through Monday evening, along with my mom and dad! It was INCREDBIBLE!!
This child is the most precious angel EVER! For those of you who are moms/dads or aunts/uncles, I am sure you know the feeling, but there are no words to describe what perfection he is and the amount of love one can possess:) He is PERFECTLY, ADORABLY, PRECIOUS!!!
I got to be there for a few of Josiah's first:
1. His first day home from the hospital, so first night at home.
2. His first bath.
3. His first doctor's appointment.
4. His first outing--- to target with us!
5. His first pacifier-- he loves his paci.
6. His first time in his crib.
7. His first time in his bouncer.
8. His first time in his swing.
His bouncer, pack n' play, and swing all have the ability to vibrate. The vibration is soothing to him. He is such a doll.
When I had to leave Houston to come back to reality, the whole way to the airport I could not believe it. Even though it was only a few short days I was there, it was wonderful. It is wierd now that I can not go to the next room and see him, hold him, burp him, help him fall asleep, and cuddle him. NOT COOL!!!
However, that is why I am only his aunt and Jamie is his mother:). You guys would not believe her immediate ability to have a motherly touch and insight. She is a natural and doing such a wonderful job. I love you sis and miss you dreadfully (haha, I sound british or something)!
I will post some pics of Josiah to follow, but for now I need to give a shout out to my WONDERFUL HUSBAND!!!.......
My schedule in the fall is just awful. This season so far since the last weekend in August I have been home for only one weekend. Those trips usually have me leaving on Wednesday night. I know it is just the nature of my job, but
it can not be easy. Jason, THANK YOU, for being so supportive, loving, understanding, and encouraging. You provide me the exact support and love I need at this time in the year. THANK YOU for supporting me in this career choice, because I know it causes us to have such little time together.
I love you more than words!!
Now time to reveal more of the bundle of joy.....
Josiah with his YaYa
Jamie, Josiah, and I at Target
Josiah is about to have his 1st sponge bath:)
Josiah sleeping peacefully on Papa Bears Chest!!
Papa Bear is my dad.
Uncle JJ and Aunt Lindsey love and miss you sweet boy!!!
He was born on October 16th, as I have already posted. I got to finally see him on Saturday the 18th. I stayed with Jamie, Jay, and Josiah from Saturday evening through Monday evening, along with my mom and dad! It was INCREDBIBLE!!
This child is the most precious angel EVER! For those of you who are moms/dads or aunts/uncles, I am sure you know the feeling, but there are no words to describe what perfection he is and the amount of love one can possess:) He is PERFECTLY, ADORABLY, PRECIOUS!!!
I got to be there for a few of Josiah's first:
1. His first day home from the hospital, so first night at home.
2. His first bath.
3. His first doctor's appointment.
4. His first outing--- to target with us!
5. His first pacifier-- he loves his paci.
6. His first time in his crib.
7. His first time in his bouncer.
8. His first time in his swing.
His bouncer, pack n' play, and swing all have the ability to vibrate. The vibration is soothing to him. He is such a doll.
When I had to leave Houston to come back to reality, the whole way to the airport I could not believe it. Even though it was only a few short days I was there, it was wonderful. It is wierd now that I can not go to the next room and see him, hold him, burp him, help him fall asleep, and cuddle him. NOT COOL!!!
However, that is why I am only his aunt and Jamie is his mother:). You guys would not believe her immediate ability to have a motherly touch and insight. She is a natural and doing such a wonderful job. I love you sis and miss you dreadfully (haha, I sound british or something)!
I will post some pics of Josiah to follow, but for now I need to give a shout out to my WONDERFUL HUSBAND!!!.......
My schedule in the fall is just awful. This season so far since the last weekend in August I have been home for only one weekend. Those trips usually have me leaving on Wednesday night. I know it is just the nature of my job, but
it can not be easy. Jason, THANK YOU, for being so supportive, loving, understanding, and encouraging. You provide me the exact support and love I need at this time in the year. THANK YOU for supporting me in this career choice, because I know it causes us to have such little time together.
I love you more than words!!
Now time to reveal more of the bundle of joy.....
Josiah with his YaYa
Jamie, Josiah, and I at Target
Josiah is about to have his 1st sponge bath:)
Josiah sleeping peacefully on Papa Bears Chest!!
Papa Bear is my dad.
Uncle JJ and Aunt Lindsey love and miss you sweet boy!!!
Friday, October 17, 2008
JOSIAH IS HERE!!!!!!
My sweet nephew was finally born last night at 11:30pm. He weighs 7 lbs 4 oz and is 19.5 inches long. I am not able to be with them right now, but last night he whimpered in the phone and sounded like an angel.
Jamie was a champ from all I hear. I will let her tell all you blog readers more. However, I got to talk to her several times throughout the day and be as much a part of the day as possible.
I will be going home to see him this Saturday through Monday, yeah!!!!
Well I need to run, but wanted to tell the world that I AM AN AUNTIE AND JASON'S AND I'S NEPHEW IS HERE!!
I will leave the rest of story time up to Jamie when she gets a chance. For now here is one pic.....
Jamie was a champ from all I hear. I will let her tell all you blog readers more. However, I got to talk to her several times throughout the day and be as much a part of the day as possible.
I will be going home to see him this Saturday through Monday, yeah!!!!
Well I need to run, but wanted to tell the world that I AM AN AUNTIE AND JASON'S AND I'S NEPHEW IS HERE!!
I will leave the rest of story time up to Jamie when she gets a chance. For now here is one pic.....
Little Josiah
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Anxiously Awaiting Josiah.....
Well at this very moment I have several things I should be doing before we leave town to play a match tonight, none of which I am working on.
I have an assignment due for class no later than 8:00 Saturday morning that the intructions make no sense and I am waiting back to hear from a professor on. I also need to finish packing to go home this weekend and decide if I will leave directly from our match tonight or come back home and head out tomorrow. All of this needs to be accomplished in the next two hours so that I have time to get ready for the day before a doctor's appointment! AGHH!
I AM TOO EXCITED ABOUT HOPING MY SISTER WILL BE GOING INTO LABOR TODAY OR TOMORROW TO WANT TO FOCUS ON ANYTHING ELSE! I CAN NOT BELIEVE IT COULD BE HERE. IT MIGHT NOT BUT WE HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR A LONG TIME THAT GOD WOULD BLESS JAMIE WITH GOING INTO LABOR AND ALLOW ME TO BE THERE ON THIS WEEKEND, OUR ONE OFF WEEKEND FROM VOLLEYBALL!
SO START LIFTING UP THE PRAYERS PLEASE!
I have a ton of catching up to do on all of your blogs who blog faithfully. I am behind by atleast four weeks! Yikes!
Well gotta run.
I have an assignment due for class no later than 8:00 Saturday morning that the intructions make no sense and I am waiting back to hear from a professor on. I also need to finish packing to go home this weekend and decide if I will leave directly from our match tonight or come back home and head out tomorrow. All of this needs to be accomplished in the next two hours so that I have time to get ready for the day before a doctor's appointment! AGHH!
I AM TOO EXCITED ABOUT HOPING MY SISTER WILL BE GOING INTO LABOR TODAY OR TOMORROW TO WANT TO FOCUS ON ANYTHING ELSE! I CAN NOT BELIEVE IT COULD BE HERE. IT MIGHT NOT BUT WE HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR A LONG TIME THAT GOD WOULD BLESS JAMIE WITH GOING INTO LABOR AND ALLOW ME TO BE THERE ON THIS WEEKEND, OUR ONE OFF WEEKEND FROM VOLLEYBALL!
SO START LIFTING UP THE PRAYERS PLEASE!
I have a ton of catching up to do on all of your blogs who blog faithfully. I am behind by atleast four weeks! Yikes!
Well gotta run.
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