Baby Gifts

I have begun to receive baby gifts...

I have always loved baby things. Always loved to browse 

the baby isles.

But I never really had an excuse until I became pregnant.

I always really liked  little girl outfits and all the 

accessories...

Getting to pick out and sort all of the baby things, not to mention 

sewing for my little sweetheart  has been such a joy for me.

It takes me back to when I was a little girl.. 

I would use my baby sister's outfits to dress my dolls.

Anyway, Every time I get a package or card I just sit and dream about
the day when I have  that sweet little angel 

in my arms  and get to use all the beautiful gifts  my very dear family 

and friends are blessing me with. :) 

 One of my  very favorite gift is from My cousin Hannah.  

She knitted a beautiful set of booties, mittens and a little hat.

The reason its one of my favorites 

(My very favorite is the Minnie outfit Willie bought)

is because she put time and effort into something so beautiful. 

Neely's Chicken Salad in Tomato Cups on the Food Network

This sounds so very good. And I can actually have this one lol :)

Neely's Chicken Salad in Tomato Cups on the Food Network

Maybe I should  stop watching food network... lol 

I keep finding food I like. 

White Chocolate Mousse with Cranberry Sauce on the Food Network

This looks so very yummy! :) can't wait until I am not pregnant to try this...

may even fudge a little and try it before. :)

... As long as my sugar is fine I can try a little. :)

It definitely gives you ideas on how to serve it...

Also, I read on the comments

that If you do not like cranberry sauce, 

try making a raspberry sauce...

or any type of berry sauce. :)

White Chocolate Mousse with Cranberry Sauce on the Food Network

Wedding Bells... again... :)

On June 18th, 2011

My little sister, the last of us three kids got married.

 Not only that, but she is moving away... :'(

But hopefully  this will get us traveling back and forth

So we can take "Mini vacations" and get to visit.

She was a Beautiful Bride, and the wedding was 

very good. :) 

Very enjoyable. :)

Pink...

In honor of SPRING, SUMMER, BABY GIRLS, and All things lovely. :)

I have changed my blog up a bit... added bits of lovely pink. tell me what you think. :)

To use or not to use that is the question!

 

    

To Use or NOT to Use...

That is the Question!

I am writing this because I inadvertently set in motion a slightly heated debate.

Now I am not one to purposely put something up to cause an argument, or debate, but this is kind of important...
It started with the posting of a picture of a MOBY WRAP

Anyway,  the concern was of suffocating of the infant
which, can very well happen, but can also happen with
other baby products even if used right-------------. 


The subject I want to address here is the middle ground.
what I mean by this is:
 rather than being the overly worried, over protective, and non joyful mama
or even the careless, non-responsible and neglectful mama.
We choose to be the mama that is informed, joyful and confident.


I once had a girlfriend that with her first child she practically 
sanitized the poor baby she was so afraid of germs...
she was such a stickler, that she made you wash your hands 
before you could even get near her little tyke.
this is a classic case of allowing fear to control your life.
of being so afraid that you don't enjoy your baby. 


Than there are mothers who could care less about there 
children. who knowingly allow their children to be placed 
in a dangerous situation... 


I'm not saying this person who voiced the opinion  was an over
protective mama,In fact far from it she is a great mama, but it got me thinking about things,
and wondering if sometimes we even as regular everyday
parents don't sometimes go overboard in some things.


Now obviously you wouldn't subject your child to something such as this....
Note: this is a gag I found on the internet... :/

But, the key to things I think are

 #1 the seeking guidance from God. That is super important.

I know as expectant parents my husband and I sometimes have

uncertainties Our goal is to rely on our Heavenly Father and the wisdom

of others who have gone before us

#2 And using common sense. Don't allow someones fears and insecurities 

to rule your life. 

#3:  Be informed. know what your children are using and you are using for 

your children.

I won't say anymore on that because each person is led down a different 

path The Lord leads each of us and convicts us differently. 

But whether it be a crib or baby carrier  the most important thing

should always be, before you buy do your research check the pro's and cons of a product

and always know the risks. So anyway, 

thanks for listening to my ramblings and being patient with me while 

I got my babbling done. :)

with Love,

Baby's first picture....

           

The other day we went for our march Doctors visit. :)

all went well and my blood work came back clear. 

The doctor went to check our little punkin's heartbeat...

Well He/She had other plans... my oh my.

The baby decided to play a little game of hide and seek...

We tried like three of four times and kept picking up my heartbeat...

at first I was just fine no worries...

But then we sat the lobby for about twenty minutes waiting for the 

ultra-sound room... 

Then the Worry hit me. and for about five or ten minutes

 I was scared not being able to hear the little heartbeat. 

To me it has been a reassuring thing knowing my 

baby's heart is still beating and that He/She  is OK

But is was Awesome to see the baby, 

and witness the amazing creation God is forming in my womb.