Next Chapter

So now he is one and the real fun begins. He is super active and ready to take over the world. I will surely have to stay on my P's and Q's

Let the good times roll

Calm

I felt pressure and fear this time last year because my boo didnt want to come. I had to find peace to stay calm. Gearing up for another stage in my sons life and I have to once again find that peace to juat be and trust all that is coming our way.

God is good
Peace be still

He Sleeps

I don't know why but one of my favorite lines in "Pretty Woman" is "He Sleeps."  Now in my life aside from running to get things accomplished I also watch my son sleep. He is so peaceful and happy in his sleep. I know the angels visit him because at a week old he smiled in his sleep. Yay! 

Special Word

It is always awesome when someone ks convicted to share a word from the Lord with you. It is even nicer when it comes from a unheard of source.

Today DJ got blessed with a message of love and prosperity. I know he is my son and I will always have a special place in my heart for him but I know he is covered. He is a miracle that only God could've given me, my family and friends. He is my little angel.

That's all.

Here It Comes

My darling is ready to start his countdown to 1 year old. I am so excited and moody at the sametime. Everyone says that time flys when your having fun but this year really has gone by. I am by thankful for pictures, hugs and kisses that I have in my heart.

Let the count down continue

Open To Life

I know that the saying be careful what you ask for is more than true. I have asked for many experiences in my life and when the opportunity presented itself I was right there. Not saying I was ready but I went along with it.

For example I got a email that I could go to Bermuda for FREE. Of course I was excited and then I had to get logical. What was going on at home and work? Well it turned out nothing major that needed my attention. I signed up and rolled out. It was an amazing experience. I do wish the weather was warmer but I saw and did all I could while I was there. 

I know its God that creates these miracles for me. I couldnt make this stuff up but so glad he paves a way for me to have many eye opening experiences. 

Now I'm in a position that I asked for. It is totally different than I thought. It is not all glamour and plenty of long hours plus I have to be selective about my conversations. I wouldn't change it. It is and will open doors for me to be better while providing for my family.

So on this day I am just thankful for being open and available to change and opportunities.  They are really what life is all about.

Rekindle

We went to a place we would hit up late at night for a quick bite or drink. It just confirmed we are parents because we talking about our son and all the LIFE changes we have to make.

At the end of it all it was good to be together.  It always rocks to be with my husband because he is the ultimate BFF.

That's all.

The Moment Thought

It is always a desire for busy moms to get a moment alone.  In theory it is ideal to have a couple of hours or a day to relax, read or sleep. I live in the be careful what you wish for world and have to come to terms that I have alone time. I am in a nice hotel for free but I miss my guys. My husband did take sometime to spend w me but he had responsibilities so off he went.

I thought venting would help me get a grip and enjoy this time for me.

Wish me luck.

Being a Mom is the Greatest

Happy Mothers Day || You Are Not Alone!: http://youtu.be/6O7xjlM7Eqg

Prayer Answered: I'm A MOMMY

I asked for my son. I was spending a lot of time at events and dates with friends. At the end of the day I felt like I wanted something. I was missing something. God does answer prayers.

When I first found out that I was having a baby it was like nurse stop joking with me. Of all the people in the world I am going to be a mom. I didn't even think it was possible for me to have kids. No medical reason but it had been so long that I just thought I was gonna miss that train. I was so wrong on that front. God blessed us with a silly, loving and smart boy. He has both of our personalities (gemini and scorpio).

It wasn't until yesterday that I remembered that I asked for my son. I now have my ride or die for the times that daddy isn't around. Since he can't say yes or no yet he is down for whatever. If he isn't though he gives me a look plus fuss.

I adore him.
I am glad I prayed for him.

It's May

I'm A MOMMY

When Is The End

So....
I get asked a lot "How long do you plan on breastfeeding? "

The answer I pop out with is when my son gets teeth. Then I say when its summer time because who wants to leak in the heat. Truth is I havent leaked in forever. Another thought since I have been told you dont feel the teeth is to give him until he turns 1. At the end of it all I really don't know.

For a week my supply was very low. I did a business trip and then my body rebelled. He seemed to be getting enough when he fed but when I pumped barely anything came out. Yes I cried. I started trying all these different things to get my supply back because I want to decide to end the breastfeeding.  It's back now so I can be in harmony again.

When did you stop breastfeeding?  My answer is I will feed until it is not possible.  I know another bad answer.

Chime in.

Assistant #1

Fun times working on my netbook. So many projects going on and all is moving forward. This life rocks! My assistant is still hanging in here with me.

7

It's wonderful. It's marvelous.  My baby is 7 months old. He is gonna be a big boy before I know it. I continue to cherish the hug, kisses and snuggles. He is my boo and I love him for always.

Happy 7 month milestone my dear

The Realness

I am sure that I am not the first and I won't be the last wife/mother to be overwhelmed in life. I at times take a moment to think what if everything I do just stopped. I mean even cutting back in my life I still feel crazy busy. Does anyone else feel this way?

I took two days off of work thinking that I would sleep and relax. Yeah!!! Only I find a way to still be busy on my days off. The car needed a oil change, the baby needed to make it to daycare, the house needed love, I had calls to make, items to return to the store oh and did I mention the house needs love. How do you get life to stop when you feel like every moment needs to be filled with things that matter. Yes I have always had this problem of being still. I am the true busy body. Even when I am still I feel like I should be doing something. My husband allowed me to take a nap and when I woke up I was upset because 45 minutes of being productive had passed. I need help! I need prayer! I need to relax!

So I am still on the quest to find my rest or the balance my life needs so I don't feel insane most days. I just wanted to jot this down since it is constantly on my mind. The realness is I feel crazy all the time in the mist of my accomplishments.

Have a great Friday!

Autism Awareness Month

Get involved!!!!

http://www.autism-society.org/get-involved/national-autism-awareness-month/

Master To Do List

In order to reach any goal that you have some little steps have to be done to really get to where you want to go. Not only do I have a lot of goals but task that arise on a daily basis. I always say now if I don't take care of something while it is on my mind I will forget. This is beyond true. I am quick to forget anything.

The solution I found to keep track of it all is a master to do list. I keep it on my phone in evernote and instead of just doing a weekly I just add to the list as new things come up. For items that are weekly or monthly I put them at the bottom because I am getting use to taking care of them but want to make sure I still keep note of them. All the new items and things I could quickly handle I put at the top and highlight when completed. This helps me not feel so crazy while tackling it all.

Try it out if you can. It doesn't have to be done through an app. You could also just use Microsoft Word to keep track with the track changes tool. That way you can see what adjustments you had to make to your list and your progress.

My new motto is: "You can do it all and keep your sanity."

Music Lovers Dream

I have been trying to make the most of my time and the objects that I have. In my quest for something cool I went back to Youtube for ideas. I found something that would really benefit me in my quest to be inspired in the mist of making moves.

The app soundcloud (www.soundcloud.com) gives me the opportunity to search for songs that I may have only heard once but someone else took he time to download. Then I can make a playlist for anything I want. They even have mixes that only enhance the original music. I downloaded it 3 days ago and already have 50 songs in my playlist. If I cannot find an artist I had to search for the particular song I wanted.

Believe me you want this app. Android for Life!!!

Enjoy!!!

NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY

Get it while they are hot and celebrate this great day.

My top spots for Tortilla Chips has to be Guapos.

If you get a chance to head out for happy hour or a dinner date be sure to ask for some tortilla chips or nachos because it is only right to enjoy it today.


Yum!!!

President's Day!!!!!

Today we honor presidents of the United States, including George Washington, the USA's first president.

Let's Celebrate!!!!!

It Is Done

The secret, vision board and other tools of visualizing your goals has really been a consistent practice of mine. I have used it in my daily life and seen real results.  I try to teach my family to do the same thing.  The thing I try to remember is what God has for me will be mine and speaking life to goodness will always have positive results whether it is obtaining what I want or something even better.

In this year I claim increaae, happiness and living my dreams. It started January 1st and continues.  I look forward to the adventure each day has for me.

So don't hold on to what hasn't happened but live in the possibilities.  It is so much waiting for you. If you believe it is done.

Ashe

Do It!!!!!

I have been reading and listening to a lot of motivational information to help me reach my goals for this year. This time of year is the best time to grasp some good material that helps you feel like you can conquer the world. The issue I notice is that after January the effort to supply this material slacks off and then it is back to business as usual. I hope that this year I make a change and stick to it. I know it is ambitious but it is possible. I want better but not just to talk about but to walk in it. I want to walk in the new me that is in love with the life I live fully. Not to say that things won't come up. Not to say that I won't have bad days but to understand that I am walking in the moments that I appreciate.

Are you doing it or talking about it?

Be the BEST you in 2014!

January Challenge: No Buy

You read the title correctly. My family is doing a no buy for January. Not because we are silly but it is good to take a break from going wild after the holidays. We got the family and children gifts so now we need to regroup and prepare for a successful 2014.

No a no buy does not mean we won't be paying our bills or taking care of our necessaties like the car needing to be fixed but really budgeting and sticking to it. I came across a wonderful blogger that is instructing this challenge and it gives a great detail to how to be successful in a no buy.

The just is
Budget
Don't Eat Out
Use Cash
Be Realistic

You start off with your budget (bills and groceries, listing what you will purchase (birthday cards, stamps, etc.) and things you don't want to purchase (starbucks coffee).

I did it last year for February and it was amazing how much was saved and all the fun I had at home. I think this is a awesome way start the year and get your finances in order.

If you are interested in joining this challenge visit http://www.livingwellspendingless.com/2012/09/30/31-days-challenge-ground-rules/ Let me know if you decide to join.

Hope your New Year is starting out great.