I’m sitting here in my pajamas eating leftover BBQ for breakfast, contemplating a shower, and listening to my baby poop in his sleep. And that about sums up what I have to say today.
Until I have something better to write about, you should definitely check out Leah’s blog. This post, Vocabulary, made me literally laugh out loud. Perhaps because Noah is still in the same predicament as Ella or perhaps because I’m so sleep deprived. You be the judge.
Posted in blogs/sites you should visit
My congrats to Carrie Bradshaw and Ferris Bueller on the recent birth of their twin girls. I’m sure the babies are gorgeous and wonderful. How are all these celebrities spitting out twins these days, anyway? Which leads me to what I don’t get… they’re not all “spitting them out.”
* steps on soapbox *
What’s with all the celebrities hiring surrogates to birth their babies? Is it because they don’t want to get fat? Or get stretch marks? Or lactate? I mean, what is the freaking deal? Don’t they realize they’re missing out on the most beautiful experience God has given us? I rank my babies’ births as 4 of the 5 most wonderful days of my life. I wouldn’t give those experiences up for all the money in the world! In fact, I would give almost anything to re-live those 4 days! I don’t understand why celebrities would willingly miss the amazing pregnancy and birth experience, let alone pay someone to experience it for them. Such a shame.
* steps off soapbox *
Posted in celebrities, pregnancy, the miracle of birth
Our pastor’s daughter, Michaela, is the first full-time missionary out of our church. She spent the first half of 2009 in Hawaii and is returning to Indonesia for the third time this Friday. Watch this super hot video:
What’s that? Oh, you agree the video is super hot? And you want to know who has the mad video editing skills? I’m thrilled you asked. All the editing was done by Leah. Yes, as a matter of fact, she does freelance work. You may inquire via her fantastically entertaining blog: othersomethings.com
I had a “small world” moment yesterday.
I’ve mentioned my friend Wendy a few times on my blog. Her first husband, Derek, died with his buddy Jeremy in Iraq.
Imagine my surprise when I read about Jeremy on Dr. Laura’s blog!
My first record was a single of “9 to 5″ by Dolly Parton. I still know every word of the first verse.
My first record album was “Thriller” by none other than Michael Jackson. I was obsessed with him. When I was 6, I got a Michael Jackson doll for Christmas. It was the size of a Barbie, complete with a flashy blue jacket and of course only one white glove. I thought it was the coolest present ever. I would play the record and make the doll dance to all the screaming fans (a.k.a. my collection of Barbie dolls). All was fantastic in my playroom until my brother David broke his head off. I cried for days.
I can’t believe Michael Jackson is dead.
Smooth Criminal
Beat It
Billie Jean
Thriller
Rock With You
Bad
Posted in celebrities, heart-breaking, videos
Today was my due date, yet I’m holding my 19-day-old son as I type. He’s so stinking cute. Like his brothers, his tiny newborn size isn’t lasting long. His face and thighs are already filling out. Even in such a short time, I can’t remember what our family was like without him. It’s weird. It’s like he’s always been here. Maybe that’s sleep deprivation talking.
Speaking of babies, Melissa’s is due in January. Happy birthday, lady!
Posted in our 4th child Jonah, shout outs
What’s that super classy saying… “Opinions are like buttholes – everyone has one.” And here is mine.
Let’s chat about Jon & Kate Gosselin, shall we? And what better place to start than with the media.
Oh, the media. The beast that’s out to kill, steal, and destroy. Oh, wait. That’s how the Bible describes the devil. Well, they ARE similar, are they not? The media and the devil?
And what about the “fans” of Jon & Kate? So eager to watch them fail, to watch their marriage crumble, to watch their perfect little world fall apart. I can’t believe all the judgment and hate that’s been circulating regarding this couple. Who really cares whose “fault” it is? There are people who hate Jon and accuse him of THIS. There are people who hate Kate and accuse her of THAT. Dang, people! We don’t even KNOW them! We only get what TLC’s editors allow us to see or what the media would have us believe. Jon and Kate aren’t freaking characters in a TV show. They are REAL PEOPLE. How about a little less condemnation and a little more lifting the couple up in prayer?
My advice to the Gosselins? Cancel the show NOW, get in marriage counseling NOW, and stop talking to the media NOW. I can give you 8 excellent reasons why doing so is imperative.
And a side note to TLC… how dare you continue the show in the name of entertainment? As a child of a broken family, I can tell you, there’s NOTHING entertaining about divorce! Give this family the privacy and support they need and quit exploiting them for ratings!
Posted in celebrities, in the news, kids (not mine)
Can I just say that these two are being AWESOME big brothers! So sweet, so helpful, so kind. I adore these boys!
Posted in our 2nd child Nathan, our 3rd child Noah
The past two weeks have been a blur of lactating, napping, and Texas Sheet Cake. Like my friend Lisa said, “The days are long, but the years are short.” I know this is painfully true, so each time Jonah wakes up during the night, I thank the Lord for allowing me to be his mother and I cherish each moment we spend together, even if my tired eyes are trying their best to not roll back into my head. Although I’m weary, I wouldn’t skip through this stage for all the money in the world.
8 days old:
10 days old:
12 days old:
It’s hard to imagine that one day his arms and hands will be as big as Andy’s.
Two weeks old:
Tie shirt by Cayce.
Posted in our 4th child Jonah
By now, you’ve either (a) decided Jessica’s blog is one of your new favorites or (b) have grown quite sick of me referring you to her site. Well, if option ‘b’ describes you, my apologies, but this post is bad funny! I’m relieved I wasn’t drinking anything while reading because it surely would’ve shot right out my nose.
