I may be video crazy for a few posts...hope you don't mind! We've gotta get you all caught up!
Judah's very FIRST solid food feeding with commentary by his own Daddy.
Judah LOVES his lips just like Larry the Cucumber. Here are two videos of what he commonly does with his two friends: pooching and sucking.
Monday, July 31, 2006
Saturday, July 29, 2006
Videos of Judah
Guess who figured out how to embed videos in her blog! :-) Click on the play button twice to see some cuteness.
Hiccup Laughs:
First Squash:
Hiccup Laughs:
First Squash:
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Say a Prayer
I just e-mailed my friend Jodee in hopes to encourage her. She is due to have her first baby in September. She is one of my very good friends from college, and it just makes me smile and giggle when I think of her having a baby! How fun! As with any new mom (myself DEFINITELY included), she expressed some anxiousness about the pending birth and raising of a child. It was so refreshing to get all my thoughts down...and I thought I'd post them here to remind all you moms and tell all you not-yet-moms about the anxious-thoughts-turned-to-amazing-realties of becoming a mother.
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I am glad you shared with me your reaction to finding out and what you feel as you look towards having Baby. It's good for you to talk about it. I kept my thoughts and feelings to myself more than I should have...and they were very similar to your own as far as knowing how serious a life change it is. I had the opposite reaction when we found out -- denial. :-P I was a little more anxious than you about the labor/delivery, but my mom sent me some very cheery flowers with the PERFECT words: "God designed your body to do this." What relief and peace washed over me! He DID design a woman's body to give birth -- so my body could do it. But boy was I contemplative about the change. It IS huge, Jodee. I won't candy-coat it for you. Your and Jason's relationship will change. You will always be tired (unless God lets you be different the rest of us). Your patience and selfishness will show up even MORE than it did when you got married (assuming marriage unveiled it for you...it did for me!). You will learn ever more how to live day by day, letting tomorrow worry about itself. You will have the inconvenience of pain, bleeding, sore nipples, swelling, in-between-clothing. You'll get to find out how pregnancy has changed certain things about your body for good (my ribs and hips are much more spread out permanently, I am more prone to in-grown toenails for some odd reason, my hair is falling out like crazy).
But Jodee...
You will look into the precious eyes of your son and see the joy of the world in there. You will hold his soft little hand knowing God trusts you with the care of another human being -- HE knows you are ready whether you think so or not. You will kiss that sweet plump cheek and not ever get enough of it. You will watch your husband's eyes sparkle as he tenderly holds his son. Jason will come to understand more of what it is to be a woman and deal with the struggles of being a wife and mother -- he will serve you in ways you never knew he could. You will learn the fine and valuable art of being flexible, letting go of the details. You will have a tiny companion during the day while you stay home. You have the chance to raise a little soldier of the Lord. You will come to understand just how fragile and precious life is. You will learn above all how much MORE you need the Lord's strength and guidance as you care for the blessing He has given you.
You will never be able to express in words the profound love you are about to aquire. It is JUST as strong as the love you have for Jason, but in a very different way. You'll see.
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Say a prayer for Jodee and my other friend Denise who is also due in September. Both are new moms having sons. Motherhood is precious!
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I am glad you shared with me your reaction to finding out and what you feel as you look towards having Baby. It's good for you to talk about it. I kept my thoughts and feelings to myself more than I should have...and they were very similar to your own as far as knowing how serious a life change it is. I had the opposite reaction when we found out -- denial. :-P I was a little more anxious than you about the labor/delivery, but my mom sent me some very cheery flowers with the PERFECT words: "God designed your body to do this." What relief and peace washed over me! He DID design a woman's body to give birth -- so my body could do it. But boy was I contemplative about the change. It IS huge, Jodee. I won't candy-coat it for you. Your and Jason's relationship will change. You will always be tired (unless God lets you be different the rest of us). Your patience and selfishness will show up even MORE than it did when you got married (assuming marriage unveiled it for you...it did for me!). You will learn ever more how to live day by day, letting tomorrow worry about itself. You will have the inconvenience of pain, bleeding, sore nipples, swelling, in-between-clothing. You'll get to find out how pregnancy has changed certain things about your body for good (my ribs and hips are much more spread out permanently, I am more prone to in-grown toenails for some odd reason, my hair is falling out like crazy).
But Jodee...
You will look into the precious eyes of your son and see the joy of the world in there. You will hold his soft little hand knowing God trusts you with the care of another human being -- HE knows you are ready whether you think so or not. You will kiss that sweet plump cheek and not ever get enough of it. You will watch your husband's eyes sparkle as he tenderly holds his son. Jason will come to understand more of what it is to be a woman and deal with the struggles of being a wife and mother -- he will serve you in ways you never knew he could. You will learn the fine and valuable art of being flexible, letting go of the details. You will have a tiny companion during the day while you stay home. You have the chance to raise a little soldier of the Lord. You will come to understand just how fragile and precious life is. You will learn above all how much MORE you need the Lord's strength and guidance as you care for the blessing He has given you.
You will never be able to express in words the profound love you are about to aquire. It is JUST as strong as the love you have for Jason, but in a very different way. You'll see.
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Say a prayer for Jodee and my other friend Denise who is also due in September. Both are new moms having sons. Motherhood is precious!
Monday, July 24, 2006
The Good, the Bad, and the Cute
The Good: The nurse gave us three options for what to do about Judah's #2 problem and said he had to be seen if we were not successful by tomorrow. We chose the third and gave him some plum juice. Mission accomplished, praise the Lord!
The Bad: Remember those infamous rolling blackouts in California back in 2000-2001? Well, we're headed that way. California is in a "Stage 2" power emergency, and Stage 3 is when "involuntary rolling blackouts" occur. Stage 1 is when they ask us all to majorly conserve where we can. Stage 2 is voluntary rolling blackouts for those on a list accepting blackouts when necessary. I find it quite an interesting system. I have been faithful to only keep things on when necessary. We have 2 clocks plugged in and a new fan going (it's so hot when you don't have AC). Other than that, I've not kept anything on unless I needed it such as a lamp or the computer. (And yes, give me some grace for being on the computer to post.) http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14003245/
The Cute:
The Bad: Remember those infamous rolling blackouts in California back in 2000-2001? Well, we're headed that way. California is in a "Stage 2" power emergency, and Stage 3 is when "involuntary rolling blackouts" occur. Stage 1 is when they ask us all to majorly conserve where we can. Stage 2 is voluntary rolling blackouts for those on a list accepting blackouts when necessary. I find it quite an interesting system. I have been faithful to only keep things on when necessary. We have 2 clocks plugged in and a new fan going (it's so hot when you don't have AC). Other than that, I've not kept anything on unless I needed it such as a lamp or the computer. (And yes, give me some grace for being on the computer to post.) http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14003245/
The Cute:
Saturday, July 22, 2006
The Latest Hodge Podge
Ok. So I have tons to post about that I'm not sure I'll even remember it all. So I'll just list stuff that comes to my head.
So the rest of the country has had a major heat wave, and I have been VERY thankful we were the one little green spot across the whole US on the temperature map. Well, we are part of that heat wave now. Granted, it's mid-80's as opposed to 100's. But at least you all have air conditioning. Because this piece of country is so mild to cool year round, many homes/apts aren't built with AC. We got a fan at target today. It has yet to get below 80 INSIDE our apt. Praise the Lord night is coming.
Judah's 4 month appt was on Monday. He is 16.8 lbs and 25.something inches long. We admit we thought he'd weigh much more...we've already put him in size 3 diapers. I guess it makes sense though because size 3 ranges from 16-28 lbs. He'll be in them for a while to say the least. He got three shots and an elective oral vaccine (against rotovirus, flu like illness). He didn't scream as long or as shrill as last time, but it was still heart breaking. He recovers well from injury. He got a very slight fever for a bit and a red bump on one leg, but he's good. Except...
He has definitely mastered the art of squealing and screaming. Sometimes for play, most times to fuss and complain. I would definitely say that this is the first week since that hard 2nd week of his life that I am nearing the end of my rope. I've even made up a patience song for MYself (though I don't recall the tune at the moment). I'm sure the heat is not helping his mood or mine. He is still cute, though, when he isn't doing fussy squealing. Matt called him "Wilbur" this week as in the pig off of Charlotte's Web. :-P
We started him on rice cereal this week as the doctor suggested. He has taken to eating "real" food quite well. After the first few bites, he was already opening wide for more! However, I think we are going to stop the cereal for a few days. He's had "number 2" problems for a while as in too much, but now it's a too little problem. I researched and found that though rice cereal is the #1 first baby food across the board, it is also the most constipating. I'm sure Judah will appreciate me someday for talking about his delicate matters on the Internet. ;-)
I'm so excited for Sunday. The cry room now has a real changing table and clock! No more huge wardrobe-turned-double-decker-cribs thing that is virtually indescribable and no more fumbling with a cell phone to check the time. That room is slowly turning from dingy dungeon to heavenly haven! I'm gonna contact a lady in our church who does painting/murals to see if she'll finish the walls that have not been done. Oh shoot. I meant to take pictures of before. I guess after will have to do. :-)
I think we might go swimming tomorrow. It's certainly warm enough, and I've just been waiting on the edge of my seat to take Judah swimming! Water baby he will be! He adores bath time...splashing ALL of us quite well.
He is not rolling over yet, BUT he is finally using his arms to help hold himself up when he's on his belly. Before he would just use his back/neck muscles the whole time. I kept trying to convince him it would feel better to use his arms. Now he believes me. He can also semi-sit up by himself. He leans forward and puts his hands on the ground and that's what holds him up. But he usually ends up folded completely in half and then falling over and flipping his feet out so he's on his belly. He holds his feet in his hands ALL the time when he's on his back. He's our little rolly polly.
I was awakened with a start the other night by a blood sucking vampire. I have not had a mosquito bite in AGES and they certainly are not common in California (at least the areas I've lived in). He bit me near my collar bone and on my hand. The one on my collar bone is is quite large but not all red which is unusual for me. And last night on the news, what story do they have but "4 confirmed cases of West Nile in humans in several counties of California." Wonderful. 2 happen to be right next to our county. I keep telling myself that IF I got West Nile from the now long dead mosquito, it would be an unarguable God thing. It's not like I can wear Off to bed or anything. I mean, who gets bitten in the middle of the night in their bedroom when they've spent 5 years in Cali without one bite??
Here's some pictures. My brain's about to fry from info overload.
So the rest of the country has had a major heat wave, and I have been VERY thankful we were the one little green spot across the whole US on the temperature map. Well, we are part of that heat wave now. Granted, it's mid-80's as opposed to 100's. But at least you all have air conditioning. Because this piece of country is so mild to cool year round, many homes/apts aren't built with AC. We got a fan at target today. It has yet to get below 80 INSIDE our apt. Praise the Lord night is coming.
Judah's 4 month appt was on Monday. He is 16.8 lbs and 25.something inches long. We admit we thought he'd weigh much more...we've already put him in size 3 diapers. I guess it makes sense though because size 3 ranges from 16-28 lbs. He'll be in them for a while to say the least. He got three shots and an elective oral vaccine (against rotovirus, flu like illness). He didn't scream as long or as shrill as last time, but it was still heart breaking. He recovers well from injury. He got a very slight fever for a bit and a red bump on one leg, but he's good. Except...
He has definitely mastered the art of squealing and screaming. Sometimes for play, most times to fuss and complain. I would definitely say that this is the first week since that hard 2nd week of his life that I am nearing the end of my rope. I've even made up a patience song for MYself (though I don't recall the tune at the moment). I'm sure the heat is not helping his mood or mine. He is still cute, though, when he isn't doing fussy squealing. Matt called him "Wilbur" this week as in the pig off of Charlotte's Web. :-P
We started him on rice cereal this week as the doctor suggested. He has taken to eating "real" food quite well. After the first few bites, he was already opening wide for more! However, I think we are going to stop the cereal for a few days. He's had "number 2" problems for a while as in too much, but now it's a too little problem. I researched and found that though rice cereal is the #1 first baby food across the board, it is also the most constipating. I'm sure Judah will appreciate me someday for talking about his delicate matters on the Internet. ;-)
I'm so excited for Sunday. The cry room now has a real changing table and clock! No more huge wardrobe-turned-double-decker-cribs thing that is virtually indescribable and no more fumbling with a cell phone to check the time. That room is slowly turning from dingy dungeon to heavenly haven! I'm gonna contact a lady in our church who does painting/murals to see if she'll finish the walls that have not been done. Oh shoot. I meant to take pictures of before. I guess after will have to do. :-)
I think we might go swimming tomorrow. It's certainly warm enough, and I've just been waiting on the edge of my seat to take Judah swimming! Water baby he will be! He adores bath time...splashing ALL of us quite well.
He is not rolling over yet, BUT he is finally using his arms to help hold himself up when he's on his belly. Before he would just use his back/neck muscles the whole time. I kept trying to convince him it would feel better to use his arms. Now he believes me. He can also semi-sit up by himself. He leans forward and puts his hands on the ground and that's what holds him up. But he usually ends up folded completely in half and then falling over and flipping his feet out so he's on his belly. He holds his feet in his hands ALL the time when he's on his back. He's our little rolly polly.
I was awakened with a start the other night by a blood sucking vampire. I have not had a mosquito bite in AGES and they certainly are not common in California (at least the areas I've lived in). He bit me near my collar bone and on my hand. The one on my collar bone is is quite large but not all red which is unusual for me. And last night on the news, what story do they have but "4 confirmed cases of West Nile in humans in several counties of California." Wonderful. 2 happen to be right next to our county. I keep telling myself that IF I got West Nile from the now long dead mosquito, it would be an unarguable God thing. It's not like I can wear Off to bed or anything. I mean, who gets bitten in the middle of the night in their bedroom when they've spent 5 years in Cali without one bite??
Here's some pictures. My brain's about to fry from info overload.
Thursday, July 13, 2006
What TV mom am I?
Clair Huxtable, The Cosby Show
You're a modern yet sensible mom. You keep up with trends you feel like following, and ignore the rest (platform shoes? don't think so!). Often, you're the most rational head in the family -- including your partner! And when all hell breaks loose, you know exactly how to cut through the nonsense. Still, you're not a killjoy -- you encourage your kids to have fun. But they definitely know who's boss. The Bottom Line: Your parenting style is based on open communication, discipline, and reasoning.
I think that's pretty accurate! :-) Try it for yourself.
Which TV Mom Are You?
You're a modern yet sensible mom. You keep up with trends you feel like following, and ignore the rest (platform shoes? don't think so!). Often, you're the most rational head in the family -- including your partner! And when all hell breaks loose, you know exactly how to cut through the nonsense. Still, you're not a killjoy -- you encourage your kids to have fun. But they definitely know who's boss. The Bottom Line: Your parenting style is based on open communication, discipline, and reasoning.
I think that's pretty accurate! :-) Try it for yourself.
Which TV Mom Are You?
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
I Love My Lips
For any of you that have seen the Veggie Tales' Silly Song where Larry sings a song called "I Love My Lips," then you know what I mean when I say Judah is a lip lover. He just works them, sucks them, pooches them. It's so hilariously cute! I'll get Matt to post a recent video of this Lip-lip-lipping.
Poochy lips...and then they vanish!
Who's eating who?? A Humphrey smile.
And could I get some opinion about the colors? My mom said the background looks black, but if I even change it the slightest bit lighter I have to change almost everything else. Jaclyn said it looks like navy to her. So leave a comment and tell me what you think!
Poochy lips...and then they vanish!
Who's eating who?? A Humphrey smile.
And could I get some opinion about the colors? My mom said the background looks black, but if I even change it the slightest bit lighter I have to change almost everything else. Jaclyn said it looks like navy to her. So leave a comment and tell me what you think!
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
I've Got a Plan
This week has been my week for trying to nail down a good schedule for myself with home tasks, devotions, keeping up with e-mail and blogging, and other tasks. I have an idea...what if I alternate days of posting on my blogs? That way it's not FOREVER with any of them, esp Spanish Morning which involves pictures. The longer I wait to post on it, the more pictures I want to upload which takes longer and "longer" is not something I can do.
So check out http://sanctifyingtruth.blogspot.com for today's post.
So check out http://sanctifyingtruth.blogspot.com for today's post.
Monday, July 10, 2006
Happy July!
I took the time to make a document for myself to help streamline future blog color changes. I like to be festive with each month...so Happy July!
Here's a few pictures to tickle your fancy!
4th of July at Rich and Diane's. LeeLee (4 yrs) took the pic of me.
We got Judah a new toy -- a big one! He is very into standing right now, so we thought we'd help him along. Note the chubby little legs. :-)
Fun picture time with Momma and Daddy. And an adorable sleeper MaMaw got him...note the teddies on his toes!
Here's a few pictures to tickle your fancy!
4th of July at Rich and Diane's. LeeLee (4 yrs) took the pic of me.
We got Judah a new toy -- a big one! He is very into standing right now, so we thought we'd help him along. Note the chubby little legs. :-)
Fun picture time with Momma and Daddy. And an adorable sleeper MaMaw got him...note the teddies on his toes!
Friday, July 07, 2006
Rewind
So we finally got some film developed (yeah, the olden days, I know) from when Judah was first born...as in, the operating room. His very first photos. Now, some of you may think I am brave in posting some of these. I agree. But for those that did not get to be here, you will now get to see what I look like "fat" (aka very swollen from all the fluids being pumped into me as well as post-labor/operation reaction).
They brought him around the curtain for a second right after they pulled him out so I could see him. No pictures allowed yet. Then they took him to get him cleaned up and warm, and Matt was able to take pictures for that. Then they brought him back to me, and I got to touch him. I do remember it, but not too vividly due to the amazing warm numbness that enveloped my body. Not to mention how tired I was from labor.
And all sooo worth the blessing!
And if any of you ever doubted who Judah looks like...take a looksie at some of Matt's baby pictures.
They brought him around the curtain for a second right after they pulled him out so I could see him. No pictures allowed yet. Then they took him to get him cleaned up and warm, and Matt was able to take pictures for that. Then they brought him back to me, and I got to touch him. I do remember it, but not too vividly due to the amazing warm numbness that enveloped my body. Not to mention how tired I was from labor.
And all sooo worth the blessing!And if any of you ever doubted who Judah looks like...take a looksie at some of Matt's baby pictures.
Thursday, July 06, 2006
More Pictures Finally
Let's see how much Blogger will cooperate now.
Now, where were we...oh yes. Alcatrez.
Our boat. A typical cell.
The cutest jailbird there. A picture perfect view...from behind bars and through broken glass.
Just part of the skyline. A cute couple...and the couple next to us is wearing the same colors...odd.
Architecture around San Francisco. A church. How close the houses are (and I love the colors and textures).
The opera house. More close houses -- the famous San Fran house fronts.
Anotehr church. A small cafe in the Italian district that had the BEST pastry I've ever had, and I'm not one for pastry. It was so light and airy -- and was amoretto flavored (sp?).
A quick shot of Chinatown (cool how the front is still and the back is blurred, huh?). Judah Street -- I even saw a train with the destination "Judah" on it's ticker.
A restaurant that "serves food with [their] garlic -- they even have garlic ice cream. Fisherman's warf.
The retired Jeremiah Obrien. An artsy dock picture Matt took.
Some famous pyramid building. And a very cool California picture in my opinion -- buildings, palms, and a clear blue sky (though right now it's only clear for the afternoons).
Driving home, sunset on the bay. A tired little boy.
Well I was going to post cute pics of Judah to help sooth your eyes from San Fran when I know you wanted more Judah...but unfortunately, now is the time Blogger chose to stop uploading my pictures.
I promise I will try again tomorrow. I've got some adorable and hilarious ones! Not to mention, I still have aquarium and 17 mile drive pictures...
Now, where were we...oh yes. Alcatrez.
Our boat. A typical cell.
The cutest jailbird there. A picture perfect view...from behind bars and through broken glass.
Just part of the skyline. A cute couple...and the couple next to us is wearing the same colors...odd.
Architecture around San Francisco. A church. How close the houses are (and I love the colors and textures).
The opera house. More close houses -- the famous San Fran house fronts.
Anotehr church. A small cafe in the Italian district that had the BEST pastry I've ever had, and I'm not one for pastry. It was so light and airy -- and was amoretto flavored (sp?).
A quick shot of Chinatown (cool how the front is still and the back is blurred, huh?). Judah Street -- I even saw a train with the destination "Judah" on it's ticker.
A restaurant that "serves food with [their] garlic -- they even have garlic ice cream. Fisherman's warf.
The retired Jeremiah Obrien. An artsy dock picture Matt took.
Some famous pyramid building. And a very cool California picture in my opinion -- buildings, palms, and a clear blue sky (though right now it's only clear for the afternoons).
Driving home, sunset on the bay. A tired little boy.
Well I was going to post cute pics of Judah to help sooth your eyes from San Fran when I know you wanted more Judah...but unfortunately, now is the time Blogger chose to stop uploading my pictures.
I promise I will try again tomorrow. I've got some adorable and hilarious ones! Not to mention, I still have aquarium and 17 mile drive pictures...
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