Thai Chili & my need for Kristen Stewart to go away.

I have been craving Thai food these days. I went to my one of my favorite little Thai places today with 2 friends from work and ate way too much, but it was well worth it. There is nothing like eating good Pumpkin Curry. If you've never had Thai you should definitely give it a try. So yummy. While we were there we started talking about things only mature, adult women discuss. You know, things like...

Eclipse (new Twilight movie). Why I think Kristen Stewart is a terrible actress. And how we are all Team Jacob. Oh and why in the world Robert Pattinson was put in the role as Edward when that should have clearly been played by someone way better looking. I know that there are people who read this and can't stand the idea of seeing those movies or reading those books, but I simply saw them as a fun summer distraction while I was waiting to give birth to the 8 lb 15 oz baby inside of me. So, for that, I will always be grateful.

Side note - I really wish that there was more time in the day for me to swim and drink Cherry Limeades. I don't understand why my Mac can't float with me and why the neighborhood pool doesn't have WiFi. I could totally plan, email and research while gaining a tan.

I have heartburn from the Thai Food.

But I still think I'll go get a Cherry Limeade.

*Chirp* Exterminator

I woke up this morning to my alarm.

Oh wait, no...that was the cricket all the way in the front of the house outside my front door. My room is in the back.

Seriously. It was loud. I threw my covers off and stumbled my way down the hall and through the living room ready to figure out what the heck was this crickets problem. Jason was in his chair talking to Jesus and journaling. I was bleary eyed and mad that the cricket woke me up 15 min. before I was supposed to ask Jason to bring my breakfast so I didn't puke. I pulled the front door open and the cricket stopped.

Quietness.

Happiness.

And then when I got in this morning, I read Jason's blog.

Uh huh...

Now I know that Jesus loves him more and that I am a big fat loser.

Surrounding myself with happy things.

I am alive. :) On Sunday I came down with a really bad stomach flu. With what I thought was just really bad morning sickness, turned into to way worse with a fever and body aches. I ended up spending the night at in-laws because we had gone over there to celebrate Father's Day and I couldn't move. After spending half the night on the bathroom floor, I am now thanking Jesus that it was the flu and not just being pregnant. I am not sure I could make it if so.

Of course, my poor hubby's Father's Day was spent taking care of the kiddos and taking care of me. I felt so bad. He was sooo good to me and went above and beyond the call of duty. :) I owe him a big steak dinner!!!

We went to the Dr. last week and saw/heard the baby's heartbeat. That was very sweet for us. I actually teared up. I was surprised by my reaction and so humbled by the life that God has put inside me. It's truly amazing. My Dr. also gave me a prescription for Zofran which has helped tremendously (except for Sunday..wink, wink). I am so glad we are almost into July. As long as I can get past this 1st Trimester I will be good to go. I'm almost there!!

The kiddos are doing well. They have been extra sweet these days. Trust me, they have their days still, but I have been thanking God for how good they are. Jackson is getting super interested about this baby. He's been asking lots of questions. Makes for...interesting discussions.

Things that are making me happy:

My husband. :)

My precious kids.

Sonic.

Worship Music.

The peace of God.

My faithful friends.

Here's to a new week.

Wednesday.

I have not been feeling that great. My blogging may be taking a hiatus.....

I am working, but went home early yesterday.

I have a call in for phenergan. Need it desperately.

Loving Strawberry Limeades right now.

and subway.

Had to miss a fun lunch today because I felt like death. :(

Looking forward to the end of July...or middle of August. :)

Have an appointment tomorrow. Yay!

Weekend Recap 6/11 - 6/14

Whoa! What a weekend it was.

Friday night I went to a little MaryKay party at Breanna's house. It was super fun. We put on makeup, laughed, ate chocolate cake and watched a movie. I felt 16 all over again and it was awesome! I so needed that.

Saturday we did absolutely nothing. I felt horrible all day, but made it out to a Souper Salad and had lunch. Fact: Jason's clam chowder was not a hit for me morning sickness. :) We ended up at Target afterwards and then home for the rest of the day where I laid on the couch and watched "Back To The Future"....all 3 of them. My house was horribly messy, but I suppose you could say that I did not care at that point. I would rather not throw up. I somehow managed to make dinner that night and it was good. So I get 2 points.

Sunday morning was church. Of course. I was super nervous about what the morning would bring for my weak stomach, but God was brilliant as ever and gave me the strength (with a sausage english muffin) to lead worship. Jason preached because Pastor Sean is out for June and did an awesome job. I love his passion to see people grow.

My most favorite part:

Late Sunday afternoon, Jason and I left for Marble Falls to have a little overnight stay. It's about an 1 1/2 hour drive, but beautiful! It was by far the best overnight stay we have ever had. We stayed at the La Quinta Inn there and were pleasantly surprised by how nice it was. Every room has a view of the lake and hill country. The pool is AWESOME. It's super quiet and you get a really nice FREE breakfast. Marble Falls is a really cute little lake town. The restaurants were fantastic. We laid by the pool, watched movies, laid by the pool some more and got a late check-out. The time we had together was truly the highlight of my entire weekend. Usually it takes us more than a day to wind down, so it was a nice surprise for it to not take any time at all. We decided that we will definitely be going back...and very soon.

Now it is back to the work week. I'm sure there is more to come. I have an appointment Thursday. Wish us luck!

Thurday's feelings

These are the words that pop in to mind as I type this blog....

tired.

vacation.

grace.

thankfulness.

trust.

exhaustion.

future.

smile.

peace.

love.

starbucks.

yippee.

I don't know where the last word came from, but it felt fun to say.

Although I am truly exhausted today, I am so overcome with God's peace. It makes my heart so happy to know that He is with me.

Fairest Lord Jesus, Ruler of all nature

O Thou of God and man the Son

Thee will I cheris, Thee will I honor

Thou, my soul's glory, joy and crown

Preggie Post #2

So here I am already posting about where I am in this pregnancy.

2 words.

It's early.

I'm sick.

Okay, that's 4 words. Now that I am past the initial shock I am getting more excited about having another baby. It's a little crazy to me, but I am excited and feel very blessed.

My pregnancy symptoms are a little different this time around. I feel sick, but not too bad yet. It's pretty bad at night, but if I go to sleep I am okay. I have to sleep with a muffin by my bed for the morning. I tried it one night without it and let's just say that the next morning wasn't pretty. My symptoms have started really early too. I am super tired and I have heartburn too.

I love preggie pops (sour candies), lemon water, passion iced tea from Starbucks and spaghetti right now. Love, love, love it all.

We went to the Dr. last week, but apparently my dates are way off and I am earlier than I thought. We go to the Dr. next week to do an ultrasound. I am so glad that I can wear summer dresses for the next 3 months and be comfy. It's always weird to not look pregnant, but to feel it.

That's it for now! Happy Thursday!

There is No One Else For Me.

My friend, Amy, gave me the Casting Crowns cd awhile back and I have fallen in love with this song. This is my hearts cry these days. It is so easy to get distracted and forget how much I need Jesus to be my everything. To be my guide. My wisdom and my strength. There really is NO one who can do all those things. I've been really convicted with how my first reaction to big decisions is to go to others to ask or get their opinion. Their opinions may be good, but they aren't God's. My prayer has been to be totally consumed by him. There really is nothing in this life that should keep me from wanting that. Nothing.

This is my favorite verse from the song...

Here at Your feet, I lay my future down
All of my dreams, I give to You now
And I find peace, I find peace
Here at Your feet, I lay my life down
For You my King, You’re all I want now
And my soul sings…

Jesus, Jesus, at Your feet
Oh, to dwell and never leave
Jesus, Jesus, at Your feet
There is nowhere else for me
There is nowhere else for me

I hope you are blessed by this. :)

This week....

This week....

I woke up at 5 am way to many times.

I announced we are pregnant!!!!

I freaked out a lot.

was surprised.

read God's word.

received God's encouragement.

took naps.

felt nauseous. Ugh.

ate a lot of egg sandwiches...they made me feel better.

went swimming twice.

felt loved.

read.

cleaned my house.

did laundy.

discovered my love for lemons all over again.

had Friday off.

just loved on my babies.

fell in love with my husband all over again. I am overwhelmed with the love we have for each other. Sounds so sappy, but I just feel so lucky. God is so good.

Oh and....this...

is my life saver right now. I have been carrying this awesome cup around with me every where. My friend, Amanda, got it for me for my birthday. I love it. Especially now that I am starting to feel a little sick, it's great to carry my lemon water around in. It has it's own straw and it keep your drink cold. LOVE it. I don't know what they are called, but you should get one. :)

My Fear

Finding out that I was pregnant sent me into a state of shock and worry. I kind of hate to even admit that because I know that this is truly a blessing, but if I am being honest, then yes, I was freaking out a little.

I am a mom of 2, wife, worship leader, worship minister, sister, daughter, pastors wife, friend.....and probably more. All of that kept rolling through my head when I saw that pregnancy test turned positive in 2.3 seconds. "How do I do all of this? How do you add a 3rd child? Where will we put him/her? I can't do all of this." I have been afraid. Scared. Excited. And scared all over again.

As I prayed and walked through some things this week to face these things, the Lord kept reminding me that there none of these things, even if I was only ONE of them, could be done without him.

"When we see you we find strength to face the day. In your presence all our fears our washed away." That is a line from the song "Hosanna by Paul Baloche. I am reminded that when I am doing these things in my own strength I have taken my eyes off him. It's like I have decided that I don't need him and then comes the fear, anxiety and worry. Not a good combination.

I am encouraged that God doesn't want us to do these things alone. He never asked us to. I am encouraged that I know He will provide for me in whatever way He decides and that it will be His perfect will. Staying tuned in to his voice and letting go is the key.

Baby Surprise.

Well...I might as well come out and say it....

Cause you can't have a post that says "Baby Surprise" and not know....

We're going to have another baby!

To be honest, I am still in complete shock. This wasn't really my timeline, but then again....well, yeah. So, here we are. Going from an even number of 4 to an odd number of 5.

Jason is super excited. And like I said, I am still taking it all in, but the more I think about it the more excited I get. Our due date is January 31st.

I have already started feeling sick, but it's not too bad. I am praying it stays that way because I have horrible ALL DAY sickness usually. Either way, we are having another baby!

I know that he/she will be loved very much. Our family just got bigger!

Operation Passion Sunday

This weekend was Operation Passion Sunday at River City. I wrote a blog post about it on our worship blog.

Please check it out. It was such an amazing weekend and something I was so proud to be a part of.