mother's day

me, my mom and my mom's hair circa 1986

I've got the kind of mom that is da best.
She is my role model.
She has the most giving heart.
She has a love for life.
She always has a smile on.
She is stronger than I'll ever be.
She has an inspiring love for Christ.
She is the person I find myself turning into.
And...
She Loooves her grandson.

My mom was a single parent for most of my childhood. I have always respected her for that, but am beginning to see just how hard motherhood is and my respect continues to climb. Since I have had Abram I have experienced a love like I have never had before. A protective love, one that makes me much braver than I have ever been. And... it lets me see exactly how much my mother loves me. This love that I have for my child, she has been perfecting that love for 27 years. Love you, Mom!

So here's to you mom and mom's of the world! You rock!

love at 1:30am

It's 1:30 in the morning and Abram just fell back to sleep after nursing. Right now, I'm loving watching him sleep. I don't think this will ever get old. I'm loving that Joel and I played a good 8 rounds of corn hole earlier in the day.... I won 1. I was very nice and gave him a victory punch in the arm each time he won. Keeping it classy. I'm loving that Sunday's message about forgiveness is still at the forefront of my mind. I'm loving that I still have 3 more days to spend with me baby before I go back to work. Go slow you 3 days! I'm loving the super huge box of goldfish I bought. I love the fishes cause they're so delicious. I'm loving that Joel just walked in the bedroom, did an impersonation of Abram sleeping and looked just like him. Impersonating Abram- it's kinda one of our favorite pastimes.  I'm loving that no matter how I look Joel always seems to tell me I look beautiful. Thanks husband.

a day on the river

Yesterday was spent relaxing by the river. It was pushing 90 degrees in our corner of NC so we decided to hit up our favorite river spot. Everywhere you looked was simply beautiful. A true testament of God's creativity. The water was super chilly so we settled with just our feet getting numb. We lounged in the sun, threw sticks for the dogs, skipped some rocks and munched on yummy fruit. Oh, that mister is a rock skipping machine. I couldn't match his skill. Let's just say there was more sinking than there was skipping. It was the best afternoon. Abram was so excited about our trip he fell right to sleep. A river lover that kid.

things i never used till i had a baby

-The bottom shelf on a shopping cart. When the car seat takes up the whole cart the bottom shelf becomes your life saver.

-Face powder as eye shadow. When you're late for church and baby boy is screaming, the small face powder suddenly looks like it should be used as eye shadow. oops.

-Nightlights

-Apparently many muscles in my arms. I think I'm just now getting over the soreness. Those car seats + baby are heaaavy.

-My kitchen sink as a baby bath tub. He just looks so cute in there.

-This surprisingly high pitched voice I can create that always makes Abram smile. The things we will do to see his face light up.

-Dry shampoo. It will give me a good 2 days of non-greasy hair.

-The no pants allowed policy at home this weekend. Because life's just easier that way.

Have a rockin' week!

things are a little messy

- my hair.. and not in the cute, messy way you see on Pinterest
- my kitchen..and laundry room..and closet, OK! let's face it, the whole house. I'm throwing out the "baby card"
- most likely my baby's diaper
- the cinnamon toast I'm eating (in bed!!)
- life. Thankful for God's love to help us through the "mess"


But hey, neat, tidy, and quiet would be a little boring.

6 thoughts

- When I'm not holding Abram I continue to think he is there. Like phantom baby. I will find myself still jiggling my arms or typing with one hand when I have two free! He's got this mommy trained.

- I went for my first run post-baby and there was no SIDE stitch about it....it was a whole abdomen stitch! A two sided stitch. I've got a long way to go. What got me through the last stretch was knowing I had Sonic waiting on me at the house :)

- Watched Hunger Games again and Ima thinkin it was even better the second time.

- Baby talk. I've started putting a 'y' at the end of some words. "Whaty do you want for suppery?" Most annoying habit ever. Actually, let's not even call it a habit...I'm just going to stop Right.Now.

- Joel got an amazing corn hole set for his birthday so I'm thinking this weekend will be spent with me showing him what a master I am. (I'm sure he knows, but it never hurts to remind him)

- Lipstick. I so badly want to be able to wear it, but I always feel awkward. Or like a clown. I'll put it on, end up wiping it off and then go for my trusty Burt's Bees. Any suggestions on favorite brands/colors?

i love you, a bushel and a peck

This weekend was spent hanging out with family, enjoying a birthday supper, rearranging our bedroom and covering our little one in kisses. Today is Joel's birthday..Happy 25th Mr.!!! And since he has the day off I'm thinking there may be pancakes in bed, going to the movies, his favorite pizza and there's a chance I'll take diaper duty all day :)

"Because the sinless Savior died, my sinful soul is counted free." Beyond thankful for His sacrifice and Love. This weekend was such a wonderful and needed time of reflection and prayer. He has overcome the grave...that SAME power dwells within ME!...overwhelming.

Happy Monday!