I was reading a friend's blog and realized I haven't posted on my own in forever. There is just too much to share. In October, we celebrated sweet Addy's first birthday. I cannot believe my precious angel is now a toddler. It is crazy! I am so proud of myself for not going overboard on her party. (Aaron kept a tight reign on my spending. ) i have to say that I am not much of a DIY person but I discovered it somewhere hiding within me. I made all of her decorations and the food, including baking and decorating the cupcakes. It was a "sweet and spooky" theme and everything just came out so adorable. I mean what do you expect to happen with glitter and the colors hot pink, black and white? All the pictures are on Aaron's camera which means its a slower process in me being able to post i cannot wait to share them with everyone. It was such a great celebration with good friends and family. I hink the party girl was a bit overwhelmed by all the people staring at her. She didn't "tear into" her cupcake but that didn't surprise me. The child has been eating table foods for months so it wasn't a big deal to her. It was however the first time she had something sugary and I wasn't sure what to expect with that. She liked the cake but wasn't to keen on the frosting, go figure. Now my problem is figuring out how to top this party next year.
Addy was one cute little ladybug for Halloween. I couldn't believe she didn't fuss about her costume. She was asleep by the time trick or treating started but we were able to take bug to visit the grandparents and some friends.
Half marathon training continues. I had to take 2 weeks off in October when I was sick with some sort of flu bug but things have been going well. My race is on December 11 and I feel pretty prepared. I've run a few races over the past month so I feel that my race anxiety is at a much lower level. The half is 4 hours away and I'm looking forward to going on an overnight trip with the hubby. No baby.
Thanksgiving was the most low key EVER. It was just us and our friend Jorge. It seriously was so relaxing. I made up a few sides and Jorge made our ham. The food was delicious and we fulfilled the Thanksgiving tradition of being lazy and watching football.
Asdyson is growing so much. Shes's a speedy little crawler and tries to stand on her own in the middle of the room. I suspect she will be walking soon. She makes Aaron and I laugh so much. Listening to her talk is the sweetest thing. Her little smile and those giggles have stolen my heart in the most unimaginable ways. She is such a good little eater (unlike her Daddy) and has transitioned to whole milk very well. She currently has 3 teeth coming in. She loves to dance to music and is a very curious little bug. I could talk about her for hours. She is just a gift!
Our lives have been so busy. We are enjoying our Mosaic Nashville family very much. Aaron has stayed busy with work. We are so thankful for the many blessings in our lives.
My favorite time of year is upon us and it makes me stop and reflect what the Holiday season really is about. It's easy to get sucked into buying gifts, Christmas cards and travel plans. I have been reminded that in the long run, none of that really matters. God's love truly is the greatest gift of all. Every time I look at my beautiful daughter and feel that surge of unending love for her, I think about how much He loves us. Having a child has helped put that love into some sort of a perspective although I know His love is so much greater. In the times when I feel distance with my beautiful Creator, I realize that He didn't wander away from me. It was I who went venturing off acting as if I can handle life on my own. Needless to say, His arms are always open wide, patiently waiting for my return. It's because of Him and His great love that we have a Christmas season. He truly is the Reason for the Season!
I know there are so many things I am forgetting to post. Which I guess is a good reason for me to keep updating on a regular basis. It's just too hard to sum up 3 months of life in a few paragraphs. All I can do is try to be better!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Saturday, August 27, 2011
I'm so very proud.
Aaron is truly amazing and I am so thankful God made him for me. Today I watched him accomplish something that a lot of people couldn't do. I know I sure am not able to. I watched him finish his first triathlon.
Now, he only started training 4 weeks ago as his plan was to do one in October. His friend who is a fierce triathlon competitor, talked him into doing The Cedars of Lebanon Triathlon to gain a little bit of experience. He's only had his road bike for a few weeks but was fired up and ready to do it. Then 2 days ago, we were both sick with food poisoning and unfortunately, Aaron had the worst of it. Yesterday was his first day of eating an actual meal, not something you want the week of a competition.
I decided to go with him last night to pick up his race packet, which of course put Addy going to bed much later than her bed time. I wasn't too keen on waking her up the following morning, earlier than her normal wake up time. But I tossed and turned all night long and was up super early this morning anyways so I decided at the last minute to go. After all, it was his first and I know when I run races, it helps to know there is someone out there cheering for you.
I am so glad I went.
For this tri, the swim was a pool swim and family/spectators were allowed on the pool deck. So you were able to stand right on the edge and cheer as the contestants made their turns. That was awesome. I yelled encouragement as he ran off to the transition area to get ready for the bike ride. At that point, I headed to the car. What was so great about the parking spot we ended up in was that I got to see him ride by on his way out and hen run by as he started the 5K. It was also very close to the finish line so I was able to cheer him on for those last few meters. I am so very glad I was able to share this with him and it was quite motivating. Yes, he didn't do as well as he wanted to. The bike ride was SUPER hilly but he never had to walk his bike up a hill. He rode all 16 miles. And the one thing he was worried the most about, the swimming, he nailed.
It was so neat to be out there watching 500 men and women do something like this. Personally, I could never do it because I can't really swim so I just watched in awe as one after another, I saw them ride off, then start a run and head back in on the home stretch. Like I said, it was truly inspiring.
This evening, Aaron and I mapped out a race schedule for me as I start training for a 1/2 marathon in a few weeks. My running journey is going pretty good. So far the shins are doing well, it's my knees that have been hurting pretty badly this past week. I can't tell if it's from all the pounding or if it's where my compression socks end. Tonight, we also traded in my regular stroller for a jogging stroller so I can start to take little bug out with me.
Speaking of little bug, we took some 9 month pics last weekend. She is too cute. Here are a few of them.
Now, he only started training 4 weeks ago as his plan was to do one in October. His friend who is a fierce triathlon competitor, talked him into doing The Cedars of Lebanon Triathlon to gain a little bit of experience. He's only had his road bike for a few weeks but was fired up and ready to do it. Then 2 days ago, we were both sick with food poisoning and unfortunately, Aaron had the worst of it. Yesterday was his first day of eating an actual meal, not something you want the week of a competition.
I decided to go with him last night to pick up his race packet, which of course put Addy going to bed much later than her bed time. I wasn't too keen on waking her up the following morning, earlier than her normal wake up time. But I tossed and turned all night long and was up super early this morning anyways so I decided at the last minute to go. After all, it was his first and I know when I run races, it helps to know there is someone out there cheering for you.
I am so glad I went.
For this tri, the swim was a pool swim and family/spectators were allowed on the pool deck. So you were able to stand right on the edge and cheer as the contestants made their turns. That was awesome. I yelled encouragement as he ran off to the transition area to get ready for the bike ride. At that point, I headed to the car. What was so great about the parking spot we ended up in was that I got to see him ride by on his way out and hen run by as he started the 5K. It was also very close to the finish line so I was able to cheer him on for those last few meters. I am so very glad I was able to share this with him and it was quite motivating. Yes, he didn't do as well as he wanted to. The bike ride was SUPER hilly but he never had to walk his bike up a hill. He rode all 16 miles. And the one thing he was worried the most about, the swimming, he nailed.
It was so neat to be out there watching 500 men and women do something like this. Personally, I could never do it because I can't really swim so I just watched in awe as one after another, I saw them ride off, then start a run and head back in on the home stretch. Like I said, it was truly inspiring.
This evening, Aaron and I mapped out a race schedule for me as I start training for a 1/2 marathon in a few weeks. My running journey is going pretty good. So far the shins are doing well, it's my knees that have been hurting pretty badly this past week. I can't tell if it's from all the pounding or if it's where my compression socks end. Tonight, we also traded in my regular stroller for a jogging stroller so I can start to take little bug out with me.
Speaking of little bug, we took some 9 month pics last weekend. She is too cute. Here are a few of them.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Run, baby, run!
Life is crazy and I feel like I'm always making the mad dash to get something important finished. It's even more of a speed trial as a working mom. This all may make a bit of sense since I am a runner at heart. I love it, I absolutely love everything about it. And I recently decided my return was way overdue.
I haven't been running because I had a baby and then I wanted to lose all my baby weight before I got going again. So a round of P90X helped shrink me down to pre preggo size. Now that summer is over and my life has a bit of a routine to it, I decided the time is NOW. Off to Fleet Feet we went so I could get fitted for the perfect pair of running shoes and have my many questions answered by such an amazing and knowledgeable staff.
One of the lame-o reasons I always give up on this thing I love to do is because I have a tendency to get awful shin splints. I've researched and looked into so many things. I have to get fitted for the perfect shoe because of the way my feet roll and other mechanics that I just don't really understand. That's why I go see the pro's. So after running up and down the sidewalk outside the store, I came home armed with a new pair of shoes, inserts and knee high compression socks.
I've heard amazing things about these magic socks and since I also have an issue with my feet going numb while I'm running, I was sold on them as I discussed them in the store. They are also a wonderful PREVENTION for my injury prone shins. So here I was, with the goods that were gonna help me jump back in where I belonged.
I already own the cursed foam roller which is supposed to also be a wonderful contraption to help prevent and treat injuries. But I'll be completely honest, it hurts and I don't do it like I'm supposed to. However, this time was going to be different!
I had to wait (rather impatiently) a few days before I could try out my new gear. Thanks crazy schedule. But last night, I was finally able to try it all out. And you know, this may seem so boring but it was pure enjoyment for me so I must write about it.
Yesterday I decided was my big running debut. So I came home from work, and decided to go while Addy was napping and Aaron could be at the house. Mind you, it was still a "mild" 94 degrees at 4 pm but I tried not to let that bother this Louisiana girl. (ok so it was really bothering me. It was freaking hot.) I took my shiny new shoes out of their box and opened my package of magic socks. Ok at this point I have to explain that these compression socks are not easy to get on. There's actually a special technique to it. I tried to remember my in store demonstration and got to work. Let's just say, I hadn't even gotten the first one all the way up and I was sweating. But my legs felt all tingly and wonderful with them on. I was hooked immediately.
I used my foam roller, downed a protein shake, stretched and headed out the door. I had my water bottle in hand and I was ready to hit the ground running....literally.
I've been reading my running magazines and so I wasn't quite sure what to do. I knew I had a 5 minute warm up walk to figure it out. Do I do intervals? Or do I just run until I puke up a lung, which will probably be after 1/2 mile? Even as I rounded out my warm up, I wasn't even quite sure what to do so I just took off. It was after the first few steps I settled on interval training.
Let me just tell you that right away I was at home.
I started off at an easy low key pace and finally looked at my watch. 4 minutes. Well, I said to myself, this is probably a good time to stop seeing as how I have to do a 30 minute workout. So I decided to walk for 2 minutes and then I ran f or 2 and walked for4. I repeated this throughout the run for 30 minutes.
I wish people could hear all the things that go through my head when I'm running. It's hilarious. Not only am I concentrating on my running technique and posture, and my breath, but my thought life is just jumping around like a crazy person with no direction. I spent a lot of time wondering if I looked as stupid as I felt with my knee high black socks on in the stupid hot temps. But I knew that other runners out there who passed me would know why I was wearing knee highs in the middle of the summer. I spent a lot of time wondering if I actually "looked" like a good runner and not some prissy girly girl out bopping around. After all, its not a beauty contest. It's hot and I sweat. (ok so maybe i matched my running shirt to my new shiny shoes but I needed to look good for my running debut!) I spent time thinking about all my running articles I devour. And most importantly, I thought about how stupid I am to take that much time off from something I just love doing.
I knew going into the running store that I would be training for another half marathon. I plan on walk/running one at the end of Setpember and then concentrating on running the whole 13.1 miles in April. Funny things happen though when I'm running and my dream of doing a full Marathon danced once again in my head. I'm a runner after all. Isn't it every passionate runner's dream? Ok so maybe not, but it's mine. Like I said, funny things happen to my mind when I'm running.
This run was quiet. There wasn't anyone on the usually crowded sidewalks. It was just me and the pavement. My body and breath quickly fell back into their usual pattern. I wondered if no one was out because they were all smarter than me and didn't want to pass out from a heat stroke. But I ran with my water and trust me when I say I was drinking up.
My calves and shines felt good, I had some twinges every now and then but for the most part, they felt great. And my magic socks were awesome. They are made of a special material that keeps you cool in the heat and warm in the cold. And I honestly don't feel like they made me any hotter. I was just plain hot. I sweated from everywhere possible but I DID NOT CARE. It felt so good to be home.
Not only do i have crazy ran dome thoughts, I also yell at myself internally. Sometimes, I listen pretty well and other times, I just flat out ignore the yelling. A perfect example is this. My workout would end with 4 minutes of running. I walked the last 2 and headed into the run. I was hot but still felt pretty good. But after 2 minutes of running, my lungs were burning and my thighs were saying, we can't go on so I stopped. And I immediately became very angry with myself. I'm all too familiar with those particular physical feelings. It's called Sarah Rice's Runners Wall. I hit it consistently at around 1 mile and then at other random times during my run. Half of the time it successfully overtakes me. I'm so used to the nausea feeling I get right after starting but I'm pretty good about ignoring that one. It always goes away. But Sarah Rice's Runners Wall has a really good way of stealing a completed goal from me. But NOT TODAY. I told myself, i still have 2 more minutes, I freaking pushed out a baby for a long time without any drugs, so I better get my butt moving. And I did.
I carried myself home on my cool down walk with such a sense of pride. I haven't run in so very long. I wasn't even sure what to expect from myself but I was even more pleased at how I conquered an all too familiar stumbling block. (If only I could apply my running principles to my daily life... Wouldn't that make life so much easier?)
I came home and told Aaron all about my run and how awesome it felt. He actually interrupted me to say, "Did you weat that shirt because it matches your shoes?" I swear, men just don't get it. But in all seriouslness, he is my biggest supporter and coach and I love how he encourages me to keep it up.
Call it a runner's high (I am an endorphin junkie) but I decided to run the St. Jude half marathon in December and possibly training for the full marathon in April. I don't know if it can be done, but it's out there in cybrspace now so I may just have to commit to it. I'll start my training program for the December half at the end of September and I couldn't be more excited. Although, I did say during my last half marathon that I wasn't ever going to do it again, I find myself actually wanting to do it again. I guess you can just say I'm addicted to running. :)
This is the last time I ever stop doing something I enjoy so much.
I. Am. A . Runner.
I haven't been running because I had a baby and then I wanted to lose all my baby weight before I got going again. So a round of P90X helped shrink me down to pre preggo size. Now that summer is over and my life has a bit of a routine to it, I decided the time is NOW. Off to Fleet Feet we went so I could get fitted for the perfect pair of running shoes and have my many questions answered by such an amazing and knowledgeable staff.
One of the lame-o reasons I always give up on this thing I love to do is because I have a tendency to get awful shin splints. I've researched and looked into so many things. I have to get fitted for the perfect shoe because of the way my feet roll and other mechanics that I just don't really understand. That's why I go see the pro's. So after running up and down the sidewalk outside the store, I came home armed with a new pair of shoes, inserts and knee high compression socks.
I've heard amazing things about these magic socks and since I also have an issue with my feet going numb while I'm running, I was sold on them as I discussed them in the store. They are also a wonderful PREVENTION for my injury prone shins. So here I was, with the goods that were gonna help me jump back in where I belonged.
I already own the cursed foam roller which is supposed to also be a wonderful contraption to help prevent and treat injuries. But I'll be completely honest, it hurts and I don't do it like I'm supposed to. However, this time was going to be different!
I had to wait (rather impatiently) a few days before I could try out my new gear. Thanks crazy schedule. But last night, I was finally able to try it all out. And you know, this may seem so boring but it was pure enjoyment for me so I must write about it.
Yesterday I decided was my big running debut. So I came home from work, and decided to go while Addy was napping and Aaron could be at the house. Mind you, it was still a "mild" 94 degrees at 4 pm but I tried not to let that bother this Louisiana girl. (ok so it was really bothering me. It was freaking hot.) I took my shiny new shoes out of their box and opened my package of magic socks. Ok at this point I have to explain that these compression socks are not easy to get on. There's actually a special technique to it. I tried to remember my in store demonstration and got to work. Let's just say, I hadn't even gotten the first one all the way up and I was sweating. But my legs felt all tingly and wonderful with them on. I was hooked immediately.
I used my foam roller, downed a protein shake, stretched and headed out the door. I had my water bottle in hand and I was ready to hit the ground running....literally.
I've been reading my running magazines and so I wasn't quite sure what to do. I knew I had a 5 minute warm up walk to figure it out. Do I do intervals? Or do I just run until I puke up a lung, which will probably be after 1/2 mile? Even as I rounded out my warm up, I wasn't even quite sure what to do so I just took off. It was after the first few steps I settled on interval training.
Let me just tell you that right away I was at home.
I started off at an easy low key pace and finally looked at my watch. 4 minutes. Well, I said to myself, this is probably a good time to stop seeing as how I have to do a 30 minute workout. So I decided to walk for 2 minutes and then I ran f or 2 and walked for4. I repeated this throughout the run for 30 minutes.
I wish people could hear all the things that go through my head when I'm running. It's hilarious. Not only am I concentrating on my running technique and posture, and my breath, but my thought life is just jumping around like a crazy person with no direction. I spent a lot of time wondering if I looked as stupid as I felt with my knee high black socks on in the stupid hot temps. But I knew that other runners out there who passed me would know why I was wearing knee highs in the middle of the summer. I spent a lot of time wondering if I actually "looked" like a good runner and not some prissy girly girl out bopping around. After all, its not a beauty contest. It's hot and I sweat. (ok so maybe i matched my running shirt to my new shiny shoes but I needed to look good for my running debut!) I spent time thinking about all my running articles I devour. And most importantly, I thought about how stupid I am to take that much time off from something I just love doing.
I knew going into the running store that I would be training for another half marathon. I plan on walk/running one at the end of Setpember and then concentrating on running the whole 13.1 miles in April. Funny things happen though when I'm running and my dream of doing a full Marathon danced once again in my head. I'm a runner after all. Isn't it every passionate runner's dream? Ok so maybe not, but it's mine. Like I said, funny things happen to my mind when I'm running.
This run was quiet. There wasn't anyone on the usually crowded sidewalks. It was just me and the pavement. My body and breath quickly fell back into their usual pattern. I wondered if no one was out because they were all smarter than me and didn't want to pass out from a heat stroke. But I ran with my water and trust me when I say I was drinking up.
My calves and shines felt good, I had some twinges every now and then but for the most part, they felt great. And my magic socks were awesome. They are made of a special material that keeps you cool in the heat and warm in the cold. And I honestly don't feel like they made me any hotter. I was just plain hot. I sweated from everywhere possible but I DID NOT CARE. It felt so good to be home.
Not only do i have crazy ran dome thoughts, I also yell at myself internally. Sometimes, I listen pretty well and other times, I just flat out ignore the yelling. A perfect example is this. My workout would end with 4 minutes of running. I walked the last 2 and headed into the run. I was hot but still felt pretty good. But after 2 minutes of running, my lungs were burning and my thighs were saying, we can't go on so I stopped. And I immediately became very angry with myself. I'm all too familiar with those particular physical feelings. It's called Sarah Rice's Runners Wall. I hit it consistently at around 1 mile and then at other random times during my run. Half of the time it successfully overtakes me. I'm so used to the nausea feeling I get right after starting but I'm pretty good about ignoring that one. It always goes away. But Sarah Rice's Runners Wall has a really good way of stealing a completed goal from me. But NOT TODAY. I told myself, i still have 2 more minutes, I freaking pushed out a baby for a long time without any drugs, so I better get my butt moving. And I did.
I carried myself home on my cool down walk with such a sense of pride. I haven't run in so very long. I wasn't even sure what to expect from myself but I was even more pleased at how I conquered an all too familiar stumbling block. (If only I could apply my running principles to my daily life... Wouldn't that make life so much easier?)
I came home and told Aaron all about my run and how awesome it felt. He actually interrupted me to say, "Did you weat that shirt because it matches your shoes?" I swear, men just don't get it. But in all seriouslness, he is my biggest supporter and coach and I love how he encourages me to keep it up.
Call it a runner's high (I am an endorphin junkie) but I decided to run the St. Jude half marathon in December and possibly training for the full marathon in April. I don't know if it can be done, but it's out there in cybrspace now so I may just have to commit to it. I'll start my training program for the December half at the end of September and I couldn't be more excited. Although, I did say during my last half marathon that I wasn't ever going to do it again, I find myself actually wanting to do it again. I guess you can just say I'm addicted to running. :)
This is the last time I ever stop doing something I enjoy so much.
I. Am. A . Runner.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Last weekend of summer freedom...
and it's over. I was thinking about it last night. It was Sunday night and I wasn't stressing about getting laundry finished, groceries for the week or any of that sort of stuff. I knew I still had days during the week to get it all done. There's so much relief in knowing that. But coming this Thursday, I will have to start getting up early and doing the whole working mom thing. Which means, Sundays full of stress, rushing to get things done in preparation for the week. I just hate that feeling.
At least the last weekend of freedom was a good one. Friday, Addy and I went to visit my friend Penny and her adorable twins who are turning one this week. It was so fun to see Addy interact with them. She watched them crawl everywhere and you could see the little wheels turning in her brain. "I want to move like that!" She had another friend visit with her little one year old and we took all 4 kiddos to the neighborhood pool. It was a great afternoon. Here's a pic of Addy and the twins.
Saturday I had a yummy lunch with 2 girlfriends that I don't get to see enough of. Addy came along and although she missed her morning nap, she was still a good girl. Puffy Muffin never disappoints me, it's always so good. It was a nice time catching up with some good friends. />Sunday was church and it's so refreshing to look forward to going to church. I still don't know a lot of people but I can't get over how super friendly everyone is. And it's great to have 2 friends we have known for years to start attending. Sunday night we had a birthday celebration for the couple I mentioned in earlier posts who are like our little brother and sister. They share the same birthday, how cute is that? Anyways, an evening full of great laughter was the perfect way to close out this last weekend of summer break.
The stay at home mom thing is looking better and better...
At least the last weekend of freedom was a good one. Friday, Addy and I went to visit my friend Penny and her adorable twins who are turning one this week. It was so fun to see Addy interact with them. She watched them crawl everywhere and you could see the little wheels turning in her brain. "I want to move like that!" She had another friend visit with her little one year old and we took all 4 kiddos to the neighborhood pool. It was a great afternoon. Here's a pic of Addy and the twins.
Saturday I had a yummy lunch with 2 girlfriends that I don't get to see enough of. Addy came along and although she missed her morning nap, she was still a good girl. Puffy Muffin never disappoints me, it's always so good. It was a nice time catching up with some good friends. />Sunday was church and it's so refreshing to look forward to going to church. I still don't know a lot of people but I can't get over how super friendly everyone is. And it's great to have 2 friends we have known for years to start attending. Sunday night we had a birthday celebration for the couple I mentioned in earlier posts who are like our little brother and sister. They share the same birthday, how cute is that? Anyways, an evening full of great laughter was the perfect way to close out this last weekend of summer break.
The stay at home mom thing is looking better and better...
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Um... I'm so embarrassed and disappointed!
November 30! Seriously, I haven't posted a blog since November 30?!?!?!? What the heck is wrong with me.
I am now beating myself up thinking of all the moments and memories that have happened since Nov. 30. Addy is 9 months old so you can only imagine all the stuff that a developing baby does and how each "first" is something amazing and special.
I attribute some of my blog neglect to the fact that I just didn't feel like myself for the longest time. It's not a good excuse but it does bear some weight. I can actually remember when the "light" turned on and I found myself again. So weird to not know you weren't yourself until you realize that you are yourself. I guess it's all post baby hormones. I wasn't depressed but I wasn't necessarily happy. Not that my beautiful child didn't make me happy because that is craziness. I just felt tired all the time. I know this is normal. What's crazy is that my baby has been sleeping through the night since she was about 2 months old, so it's not like I'm up in the middle of the night to contribute to that fatigue. I think it's just being a new mom and all the things that go along with it.
Anyways, all that being said, I've been back to myself for some time now. Well, I'm pretty forgetful but I can blame that on the Mommy brain. But there really isn't a reason for not keeping this blog updated. I will try very hard from now on.
The problem is where to start? I mean we're talking about 8 months worth of stuff right? I guess I'll just get started off with Aaron.
I'm so proud of him. He has so much on his plate. I'm so quick to say he has terrible time management skills but when you look at ALL he's doing right now, I'd say he's doing a GREAT job. He is a wonderful husband, father and now a record label President (SoulStride Records), part of a production team duo, as well as a very talented songwriter. He was nominated for another Dove Award this past April. It's been wonderful to watch him work and explore new territory as a record label exec. He does such a good job of keeping God first and me and Addy second above everything else. I know I don't tell him thank you enough. He amazes me every single day. Some artists signed to his label are Ginny Owens, Brittany Hargest (a member of former group Jump 5), Haley Morgan Smith and Revolution Worship. Good stuff there.
My job.
I love it. It's the best job I've ever had. Going back to work after maternity leave wasn't all that hard because I love what I do. But after having a summer off, I'm finding the return to work date looming in my future and I'm not all that thrilled about it. It's going to be tough now that Addy has so much personality and isn't sleeping all day long. She's so much fun to be around and I feel like I'm going to miss out on some amazing moments. But deep down, I am glad that I have this job to return to and how very rewarding it is. I can't even begin to express my gratitude.
Makeup.
Well, its still going, slowly but surely. I have done a few brides on their special day and a photo shoot, which was a blast. I have another wedding coming up in October. I do enjoy doing it, but find it a bit hard to feel motivated when it takes time away from sweet Addy. But I do hope to keep it up and book some more gigs.
I guess I have to start the Addy section.
I don't even know where to begin. I know I will leave out SO much but that's what I get for waiting so stinkin' long to write. She is absolutely the most adorable little person I have ever met. She is amazing. Aaron and I are so incredibly blessed ot have such an easy going baby. She is such a happy baby. She really is the joy of our hearts and we love her so much. Her little giggle is the best sound in the entire world. The first time she said "Mama" came a very close second. Her smile is just gorgeous. She isn't crawling yet but I am not really in any rush for it to start happening. That will mean lots of baby proofing and I don't want to do it yet. She is growing up fast and that does make me a bit sad. But I find myself enjoying each of her stages. It's such a miracle to watch her explore and learn new things. I really could go on and on here. I will save that for future blogging.
My little family just got home from a 2 week vacation to New England to visit my family. We drove there, which was crazy and it ended up being super abnormally hot while we were there. Not fun. It was however, wonderful to see family. We spent a week in the Boston/Cape Cod area and then a few days up in Maine with my Grandparents. My Grandparents are so sweet and I really wanted them to meet Aaron and Addy. Those were some unforgettable memories. Aaron and I love Boston so we had a blast doing the tourist thing.
In the midst of the past 8 months, we have found ourselves in the middle of other changes as well. We have started attending a really great church called Mosaic Nashville. We both love being there very much. We hope to be moving into a new home at some point in the future. That subject has been so crazy but we're just stepping back for a bit and let God do what He does best. We do feel like we've outgrown where we are but we also aren't in any rush to make it happen tomorrow. Aaron and I almost completed a full 90 days of P90X. Whew that was intense but I was able to lose all my baby weight. I hope to keep the workouts up, and hopefully do another round before our baby free cruise in February.
Our lives are really full of such good friends. Some of our favorites moved back a few months ago and they are expecting a baby. They are like our little brother and sister and we are so so so happy to have them back in Nashville. Ironically, it was about the time they moved back that I began to feel like myself again. Talk about good timing. There are so many of our good friends expecting little ones right now and it's such a joy knowing how amazing parenthood will be for them. I enjoy spending time with my friends who are experiencing the world of motherhood. it's so comforting to share stories and get advice. Most importantly, it's therapeutic to laugh at our Mommy brain moments.
I really do hope to keep the blogging up to speed. It's scary how fast 8 months flew by without a single note from me. I'm sad to think how many enjoyable things I could have written about but lesson learned. On that note, this momma is headed to bed.
I am now beating myself up thinking of all the moments and memories that have happened since Nov. 30. Addy is 9 months old so you can only imagine all the stuff that a developing baby does and how each "first" is something amazing and special.
I attribute some of my blog neglect to the fact that I just didn't feel like myself for the longest time. It's not a good excuse but it does bear some weight. I can actually remember when the "light" turned on and I found myself again. So weird to not know you weren't yourself until you realize that you are yourself. I guess it's all post baby hormones. I wasn't depressed but I wasn't necessarily happy. Not that my beautiful child didn't make me happy because that is craziness. I just felt tired all the time. I know this is normal. What's crazy is that my baby has been sleeping through the night since she was about 2 months old, so it's not like I'm up in the middle of the night to contribute to that fatigue. I think it's just being a new mom and all the things that go along with it.
Anyways, all that being said, I've been back to myself for some time now. Well, I'm pretty forgetful but I can blame that on the Mommy brain. But there really isn't a reason for not keeping this blog updated. I will try very hard from now on.
The problem is where to start? I mean we're talking about 8 months worth of stuff right? I guess I'll just get started off with Aaron.
I'm so proud of him. He has so much on his plate. I'm so quick to say he has terrible time management skills but when you look at ALL he's doing right now, I'd say he's doing a GREAT job. He is a wonderful husband, father and now a record label President (SoulStride Records), part of a production team duo, as well as a very talented songwriter. He was nominated for another Dove Award this past April. It's been wonderful to watch him work and explore new territory as a record label exec. He does such a good job of keeping God first and me and Addy second above everything else. I know I don't tell him thank you enough. He amazes me every single day. Some artists signed to his label are Ginny Owens, Brittany Hargest (a member of former group Jump 5), Haley Morgan Smith and Revolution Worship. Good stuff there.
My job.
I love it. It's the best job I've ever had. Going back to work after maternity leave wasn't all that hard because I love what I do. But after having a summer off, I'm finding the return to work date looming in my future and I'm not all that thrilled about it. It's going to be tough now that Addy has so much personality and isn't sleeping all day long. She's so much fun to be around and I feel like I'm going to miss out on some amazing moments. But deep down, I am glad that I have this job to return to and how very rewarding it is. I can't even begin to express my gratitude.
Makeup.
Well, its still going, slowly but surely. I have done a few brides on their special day and a photo shoot, which was a blast. I have another wedding coming up in October. I do enjoy doing it, but find it a bit hard to feel motivated when it takes time away from sweet Addy. But I do hope to keep it up and book some more gigs.
I guess I have to start the Addy section.
I don't even know where to begin. I know I will leave out SO much but that's what I get for waiting so stinkin' long to write. She is absolutely the most adorable little person I have ever met. She is amazing. Aaron and I are so incredibly blessed ot have such an easy going baby. She is such a happy baby. She really is the joy of our hearts and we love her so much. Her little giggle is the best sound in the entire world. The first time she said "Mama" came a very close second. Her smile is just gorgeous. She isn't crawling yet but I am not really in any rush for it to start happening. That will mean lots of baby proofing and I don't want to do it yet. She is growing up fast and that does make me a bit sad. But I find myself enjoying each of her stages. It's such a miracle to watch her explore and learn new things. I really could go on and on here. I will save that for future blogging.
My little family just got home from a 2 week vacation to New England to visit my family. We drove there, which was crazy and it ended up being super abnormally hot while we were there. Not fun. It was however, wonderful to see family. We spent a week in the Boston/Cape Cod area and then a few days up in Maine with my Grandparents. My Grandparents are so sweet and I really wanted them to meet Aaron and Addy. Those were some unforgettable memories. Aaron and I love Boston so we had a blast doing the tourist thing.
In the midst of the past 8 months, we have found ourselves in the middle of other changes as well. We have started attending a really great church called Mosaic Nashville. We both love being there very much. We hope to be moving into a new home at some point in the future. That subject has been so crazy but we're just stepping back for a bit and let God do what He does best. We do feel like we've outgrown where we are but we also aren't in any rush to make it happen tomorrow. Aaron and I almost completed a full 90 days of P90X. Whew that was intense but I was able to lose all my baby weight. I hope to keep the workouts up, and hopefully do another round before our baby free cruise in February.
Our lives are really full of such good friends. Some of our favorites moved back a few months ago and they are expecting a baby. They are like our little brother and sister and we are so so so happy to have them back in Nashville. Ironically, it was about the time they moved back that I began to feel like myself again. Talk about good timing. There are so many of our good friends expecting little ones right now and it's such a joy knowing how amazing parenthood will be for them. I enjoy spending time with my friends who are experiencing the world of motherhood. it's so comforting to share stories and get advice. Most importantly, it's therapeutic to laugh at our Mommy brain moments.
I really do hope to keep the blogging up to speed. It's scary how fast 8 months flew by without a single note from me. I'm sad to think how many enjoyable things I could have written about but lesson learned. On that note, this momma is headed to bed.
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