Updates and Such

I've not taken any pictures of my son in about 72 hours (I know, bad bloggin' mom). So, this post will feature photos from last year at this time. Since most of you missed out on those days, you may enjoy seeing them.

Here's the latest and greatest...

1) I will be working in the church nursery starting next week but this was my last week with the preschoolers (along with the "other" Denise). Funny thing how God works. The lesson was on how God takes care of ALL of our needs. The memory verse is Phil 4:19, And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Guess who really needed to hear this - ME! It has been a long week and I've allowed stress to steal my joy. Whose heart does not melt when sweet little 4-year-olds are repeating these precious words of truth?

2) I saw stars yesterday - and not like that Brady Bunch episode where Davy Jones kissed Marcia. Okay - I've SOOOO aged myself with that reference but oh well. I called the doctor today and the nurse said it sounded like low blood sugar and that I need to eat regular snacks, especially those with protein.

3) I had a consultation today with a professional organizer and am encouraged that help is on the way. She actually said that I did a lot of organizing well. But, with a small apartment, things have not really ever had a proper place and it is downright unmanageable right now.

That's it. Sorry - not an exciting post. They can't all be winners! Here's to a more creative blogging week for me! :)

This picture looks like some pin-up or calendar where Jon David is Mr. July or something. What a look!

A few good laughs

One of my favorite developments in Jon David is his emerging sense of humor. He can be quite the comedian and loves to get a laugh. Here is a picture of him "helping" me fold laundry and deciding that he could make Mommy laugh by putting the onesie on his head. We got a good few minutes of belly laughs out of this.

The other funny thing was not really meant to be funny but this morning while hanging out with Daddy who was getting ready for work, the boys stumbled upon my oh-so-lovely maternity/nursing bra in the exciting shade of beige. Yes, it's quite a looker and no, there will not be a picture of this fine piece of lingerie in any post. Jon David found it, picked it up and said, "Mama?" To this, Daddy laughed and said, "Oh, yes, Son. That's Mama!"

My Barnabus

In the Bible (Acts 4:36-37 and many other places), Barnabus is known for his gift of encouragement. His was a sweet spirit who gave comfort to those in need and provided additional strength when a friend was tired and hurting. We all need Barnabuses in our life. And, if the name were a bit more appealing, I'd consider it for our baby boy. Yes, I'm a big fan of Barnabus.

One of the Barnabuses in my life is my friend, Denise. We like to refer to ourselves when together and in a group as "the other Denise." It gets even more confusing for people because we are both pregnant. I'm due 9/2 and she 9/5 and we'll deliver our babies at the same hospital. We joke about syncing up our labors so we can hang in the hospital together. ;) And, we attend the same church. And, we also worked together in the church preschool. So, it does get confusing for people who are meeting us for the first time.

If you want to know a real encourager, you need to get to know Denise. She is so sweet, generous and considerate - she truly humbles me. She and I were buddies and in a singles group at a really big church in town and both got married in 2002.

And how cool is this - she and her husband spent over a year as missionaries with Campus Crusade for Christ in New Zealand. They returned to the States in October. Who knew that though I moved to Houston with my cowboy and she to New Zealand, that one day the good Lord would put us near each other again and now to share the joy of mommyhood! And even sweeter, our husbands who recently met are fast friends. We joke that her baby girl will marry our new son. I do hope they are working hard on a dowry!

Denise is new to blogging. She's asked me for tips and tricks though, really, YOU guys are the pros. So, drop by her blog and get to know this amazing woman of God!

A rose by any other name

We took our own little field trip today with a local parenting group. We visited a rose garden which was just beautiful. Jon David had a blast and I'm so thankful that we went. He walked and walked and walked some more; we both got our exercise today. He checked out all the pretty flowers and was just the sweetest boy. He listened to me, held my hand when I told him that he needed to (maneuvering going down the big steps), etc. It was such a great time and I just love being with my boy so much! (Wardrobe note: he's wearing an authentic Hawaiian shirt from our trip in January. All he needed was a video camera and he would be screaming "Tourist!")



Here's proof of our fun...

My friend, the other pregnant Denise (due 3 days after our boy) calls Jon David a little "Magnum P.I." in this outfit. Too funny!

Slow News Day

Happy Belated Mother's Day!! I trust you all had great days and felt like the beloved queens that you are! :) Mine was a wonderful day spent relaxing with my two guys with the same name (won't be able to say that much longer).

Yes, I received gifts (swanky Vera Bradley purse and overnight/hospital bag that all the "cool" mommies have here in the South have - are these big near you?? See below for pix.) but the BIG present came today when Jon David took a 3-HOUR NAP! This allowed me a much loved 2-hour nap! My cup runneth over!!

No other news fit to print. Thanks to all you sweet mommies who left me nice Mother's Day wishes! Right back atcha!

Fun at the Park

What a fun morning! Jon David got to hang with his awesome buddy, Tyler (aka "Double Wide") and I got to hang with my awesome friend, his mommy, Kim. Tyler had the CUTEST shirt on that read, "Annual Pie Eating Contest" which looked so cute with his pot belly. The boy is so dang cute!!!

It was already warm at the park when we got there around 9:15 am. We did a good walk so that I could get some exercise and then played at the park. Side note: I'm just learning this... but, man alive, there are some bratty kids out there!!! Throwing sand and rocks at our boys among other offenses. Seriously. Anywho, back to our fun time... We topped it off by a quick trip to the mall for some deeeelish Chick-Fil-A. Daddy even joined us!! Yahooooo! (If you read my previous post and saw the hat picture, you will see the my boy left his hat on for most of the time and he was not nearly as annoyed with me today. Phew!) Check out the pix at the bottom of this post!

I hope you enjoyed the past few days of interview questions from my friend, Wendy. Now, it's your, or rather my, turn! If you'd like to answer 5 questions from moi, here's the deal...

1. Leave me a comment saying, “Interview me.” If I don’t have your email address, leave it for me in the comments and I won't publish it. Promise.

2. I will respond by emailing you five questions. I get to pick the questions.

3. You will update your blog with the answers to the questions.

4. You will include this explanation and an offer to interview someone else in the same post.

5. When others comment asking to be interviewed, you will ask them five questions.

6. If you just really need more information about me, you can also send me a few more questions.

Interview Question #4

Another not-so-great photo but the expression is priceless. He is frustrated with me in this picture because I have a hat on him with a little velcro chin strap. The hat was off his head very shortly afterwards. I have more success with the hat when I don't tie it on him. I don't blame him, actually. :)

From my bloggin' buddy, Wendy...

If you could change anything about yourself what would it be (no weight or look changes)?

Where to begin?? :) Since I spent most of the day today going through a messy closet (thanks to my mom who helped entertain Jon David), I'd say that I'd like to be more organized. I greatly desire order and really really like it when everything is in its proper place. I think clearer and our home is more peaceful. It's been challenging living in small apartments but that's not the only reason I'm not as organized as I'd like to be. I pray the Lord really helps me with this and shows me how to be a good steward of our new house.

I also would like to manage my time better (find time to work out, have a devotional time, put on make-up/general hygiene, etc.) which goes hand in hand with organizing. Staying on task would also be an improvement. I do too many things at the same time and don't always finish what I start. :( Lots of 1/2 done scrapbook pages...

Truly, there are OODLES more but I'm tired from organizing and that's what's on my brain right now. :)