I am not one of those people who says "Adopt, Don't Shop," because I think that ALL cats and dogs deserve a loving home. Â My family dog, Henry, who just passed away was bought at a pet store. Â Sarah Belle, my husband's and my black labrador, was also purchased from a breeder. Â Both of their... Continue Reading →
Is a plot more important than true love?
Reading is one of my favorite hobbies! Ever since I was a child, I loved carrying a book around with me. I remember making my little brother sit with me as I made up the stories to pictures in the books. To this day, I am not a fast reader, but that is not my... Continue Reading →
9-12 weeks pregnant
The nausea has gotten much, much better! Â Thank you, God! Â Nausea only creeps up at night, and is not nearly as extreme as it was in the second month. Â I still am very fatigued, but that is part of pregnancy. Â I'm okay with the tiredness and think I have gotten used to it and being... Continue Reading →
5-8 weeks
After we found out that I am pregnant, I told most of my closest friends and family. Â It is SO DIFFICULT for me to keep a secret like this! Â My dream in life has always been to be a mommy, and now everything was falling into place. Â John, my sweet husband, has been taking care... Continue Reading →
4 weeks (7.25.17)
THERE IS A BABY IN MY BELLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I thought I was pregnant; I didn't feel different or anything, but I kept having these real thoughts. Â Monday after I taught class, I went by the store to pick up a pregnancy test. Â On the phone with my best friend, we talked about our current ongoings. Â I... Continue Reading →