I could sit here and type a bunch of excuses, on why I haven't been keeping up with my blog, or I could just be honest and say I haven't felt like it.  Plenty has been going on in our household to be blog worthy, I just haven't taken the time to sit down, and type it out.  Some days have been great, some have been hectic, and others are just plain bad.  So, instead of me writing a 10 page blog about all that's been going on, I'll sum it up in a paragraph...

Celebrated Sadie's birthday, beginning of July, baptised Olivia same weekend on that Sunday. Family came it was great. Went to Las Vegas, like we planned.  Had a blast, turned 30 while we were there, will remember not to take the kids next time.  Best friend moved away, not far, but far enough.  Went to Dallas with my sister's and sister in law, had a great visit with our aunt. Spent a week getting ready for Back to School, which brings us to present day....

It's happened, my baby started Kindergarten today.  I always wondered what this day would be like... Would I cry? Would she?  Would the teacher have to drag me out of the classroom, after politely asking me to leave, and I refused?  Needless to say, I wasn't kicked out, and she didn't cry. I did though.  I had Olivia with me, and held on to her tight as I walked back to the car.  Promising her that I would not let her grow up.  A little drastic? Yes.. Unreasonable? No.. It was wonderful, and painful all at the same time.  I told my husband, " your lucky you weren't there, you would have cried." He says he wouldn't have, but inside he would have been balling like a baby...

Big girl, already to go!



Already hard at work...


Not only did I have to deal with my oldest baby, growing up, and leaving me, (dramatic I know, but can you blame me?)lol... Olivia decides today is going to be the day she stands herself up in her crib.  NO!! You can't grow up too. Like my best friend said, " it's like the girls stayed up late last nite plotting on how they were going to make this the hardest day ever.."  Well, they both got me, and they got me good.  I've been an emotional wreck all day.  I realize that this is part of being a mom, watching your kids grow up, and making you proud, but it's still hard to accept.  I miss the days when Sadie needed me, now she needs me, but not in the same way.  One day Olivia will get there too, and then what am I gonna do?  All I'm good at is being a mom. 

Caught her in the act!

Success!

My girls are the best thing I've done with my life.  I couldn't imagine my life without them in it.  Sure, I'm exhausted, and haven't slept in or had a good night's sleep in 6 years. There are times when I get so flustered, I want to run away, but I know I will always want to come back here, with my 2 precious and beautiful daughters.  My husband and I are so blessed to have been given this chance to be parents, and I thank God everyday for believing in me, and always having my back.

Today was a day for the baby books.  2 daughters, who made 1 mommy very proud.. :) ( and a little sad)..lol

Til my fingers dance again... tell someone your proud of them! <3

A nite out, for this Mommy!!

It seems oddly strange to be writing my blog, in the middle of the day, but there is something I have to share with y'all, I'm almost bursting at the seams!... lol.

My days usually consist of kids, work, or kids and work.  Not that I'm complaining, but this mom needs a break from both. Ever since we planned our trip to Vegas for my birthday, a lot of unnecessary spending has come to an end, which also meant that Adrian and I's date night once a week, came to halt also.  Even though our trip to Vegas is going to be totally awesome, I miss my alone time with Adrian. Some good food, and a movie isn't much, but it was enough to give this tired mommy a break, and quality time with the hubby.

Tomorrow, is my 4th families daughter's wedding, ( I know your thinking what is a 4th family, well it's my work family).. originally we were going to take Sadie and Olivia, but Adrian and I decided this was going to be our date nite! So no kids, no work, and quality time with the hubby :) I am so excited! You would think I'm the one getting married...lol.

So, I bought a dress, and a new pair of heels, I'm looking forward to dressing up and feeling pretty, before I turn back into a pumpkin at midnight tomorrow....lol.  We are driving to the wedding with my best-friend and her husband,  adult conversation, I think I still know how to speak that language...

Now, my husband may not dance, and he may not talk much, but just being somewhere else, other than home with him, is going to make my whole week, heck my whole month!  He has been working long hours, and even at home we haven't been able to see each other much.

Sadie will be spending the day and evening with my sister and nephew, Olivia will stay home and my sister in law will come watch her.  Now, don't get me wrong, I'll miss my girls and I love them to death, but I need this night to regroup, so I can be the best mom I can possibly be. 

I'm spending today, washing clothes, and cleaning up the house.  I don't want to feel guilty for having a good time tomorrow, so I'm getting all the chores done today.  As I've said before, a mommy's work is never done.

I am so happy for my 4th family, they mean a lot to me, and I feel so honored to be able to spend this special occasion with them!

So until my fingers dance again.... make yourself feel special and enjoy it :)

Goodnite SweetHeart....

I enjoy the morning, I like the afternoon, but I love bedtime with my girls... There is something so peaceful, and special about putting my babies to bed.  Sadie loves being read to, so after bath time we cuddle up on her bed and read at least 2 books. She holds my hand, and plays with my hair.  It's this time, when I feel so grateful, for being blessed with such precious gifts from God.  We give kisses, and hugs, and are nightly saying is..." good sleep, and sweet dreams".  It's funny how she says, "mommy, I'm not tired", and within 10 minutes she is sound asleep...lol..

Now, as much I enjoy and love my night time ritual with Sadie, I love bedtime with Olivia just a little bit more. Sadie, is past the cuddling stage, but my Livi is a great cuddler.. She nestles into my neck and plays with my hair.  I rock her in my glider, and hum to her.  I'm not the best singer, so humming does the trick.  She usually is asleep in about 20 minutes, but I stay with her about 45 minutes.  She is just so peaceful, and there is nothing like holding a sleeping baby.  The calmness of her breathing, makes me want to fall asleep right there with her. 

 I sneak in on both of them before I head to bed myself.  I love watching my beautiful girls.  Sadie is a bed hog, and she utilizes every piece of her bed.  Good thing we gave her a full size bed, or else she probably would have fallen off numerous times by now.  Since Olivia is rolling now, she is pretty much all over her crib.  The way I lay her down at night, is never the way she wakes up in the morning.  I haven't yet moved her crib down to the next level, or had to put the side rail up.  But it kills me to admit that, the time is coming very soon. 

Bedtime, is a good time for me to bond with the girls, and enjoy the quiet time with them.  A time I'm going to miss when they are older, and prefer to go to bed all by themselves.. :(  It's a little depressing to know that these times are so scarce.  I need to get all the cuddles I can, while they are willing to give them to me. 

With all that being said, it is way past my bedtime..., but who's going to put me to bed... lol.

So until my fingers dance again.....good sleep and sweet dreams.....

A Mom's Best-Friend.....

When the laundry doesn't end, and the dishes always seem to magically appear in the sink. When the kids need to be fed, and they need to be put to bed.  After a crazy day, or a laid back day, it always nice to talk to a good friend.

I have a few special women in my life, that make a good day better, or bad day good.  They are women I know will tell me like it is, even if it's not what I want to hear.  Women, that who like me are wives and mothers.  Women that are family, or I wish could be.  I'm very fortuante to know them, and to have them care just as much about me as I do them. They offer advice, and laughter, a hug and a smile, a shoulder to cry on. A friend is hard to come by, and a great friend is even harder.

They are older, and younger, but it never seems to matter. I have a childhood friend, that even though the miles keep us apart, we can still count on each other.  These women, are special in their own ways, they each contribute to my life in a different way.  I am a better wife and mother, because they remind me that I am.

I have had friends that have come and gone, friends that didn't turn out to be who I thought they were.
Then I have these friends, a select few that make me proud to know them.  I've chosen not to use their names, because I didn't ask their permission. They know who they are though.  Or at least I hope they do :)

So, to my friends, that read my blog, and the ones who always remind me I haven't blogged in a while... lol
you mean the world to me, and I hope to know you for a lifetime...

Til my fingers dance again... find a friend and make it last... :)

I'm Back....

I want to start off with, apologizing for no new posts... I've been in a funk lately, I can't explain it, and I don't know why.  I suppose, that with work slowing down, my utter and complete exhaustion had caught up with me.. It was a rough tax season for me.  I like to think im Superwoman, and I can do it all,  I will feel like a failure if I can't be a loyal employee and a devoted mother and wife.  Truth of it is, I just ran myself into the ground.  Having just had a baby, and returning to work so soon really did a number on me. I'm finally feeling a little more like myself.  I even gave myself a mini make-over with a new hair do...

The girls are doing great! Olivia can officially roll over and back again. Such a big girl. If she was able to get up on all fours, she would be crawling all over the place.  I don't know if I'm ready for that just yet... She had her 4 month old check up last week, which was a little late, because she will be five months tomorrow.   She weighs, 14 1/2 pounds, and she is 25 inches long.  She got her shots, and a clean bill of health.

Ok, Sadie has made me a proud mommy.  She graduated Preschool yesterday.  I know for some this may seem like a silly event.  I feel that it is a big accomplish though.  It's a whole new chapter for her, and for us as parents... She had a great year in school, with some amazing teachers, who I feel really helped prepare her for Kindergarten.  We are hoping that she will be attending St. Mary's Charter School for the next 5 years.  She is such a big girl, and she will do amazing things.

So for now, we are just going to enjoy the summer and hang out!

Til my fingers dance again......

Mother's Day 2011...

Every year, on this day, I usually wake up a little sad.  I realize that this is not the way I should start the day, but my mind wanders to 2 women I wish I could be spending the day with.....
My step-mom, who died 15 years ago, was an amazing, take no crap kind of lady.  Someone, you respected, loved and admired.  She was taken to soon from this world, leaving behind two 6 years old twin daughters, a 10 year old son, and myself... I think of her all the time, and I try really hard to take the things she taught me and use them everyday.  I miss her smell, and her smile. I miss how she always made me feel that even though we shared no blood, I was her daughter.  I wish my daughters could have known her, but I try to remember that she is looking down from Heaven. 

My step-mom in Calfornia is another amazing woman.  ( by the way, if you don't know my family background, your probably a little confused by now, trust me it's a long story, maybe it will be blog worthy one day).... She is a blessing that came into my life 10 years ago.  From the first day I met her, she made me feel like more than just a step-daughter, she also made me feel like I was hers.  She is someone I can speak openly too, without feeling like she is judging me or critizing me.  She is patient, kind,and loving. She has an amazing heart, and I'm truly blessed to have her in my life.  Distance keeps us from each other, but love keeps us close. 

Both of these women have had huge impacts in my life.  They have shown me, in different ways how to be a good mother, and I try everyday to follow in their footsteps.  If I'm half the mom they were and are, I will be doing good.  I hope I am making them proud... 

Mother's Day, for me has not been a big deal in past years, but with Sadie being older, she is starting to understand the day....This is what we did today...
It started with a nice morning in church, followed with breakfast with my in-laws, followed up with a trip out to my dad's ranch for lunch. I am very blessed to have a loving mother in law, sisters,sister in laws, aunt and grandma, to spend my day with.  Along, with my husband, father in law, dad, brother and brother in law...

Sadie made her daddy take her to the store, to buy my mother's day present yesterday.  She picked out a pretty plant, and cute card.  I received beautiful cards from family members, and some pieces of jewelry, and flowers..

All in all, it was a very nice day.  Now, as I sit here typing this up, my husband, and my daughters are knocked out on the couch.  You would think I would be joining them, but the laundry doesn't care that it's Mother's day..

Being a mom is one of the greatest things I've done in my life. I'm very lucky to have such precious gifts from God calling me mommy....

Happy Mother's Day to all you mommies, and for those of you who aren't yet, your time will come.....

Til my fingers dance again......much love.

I Couldn't be a Prouder Mommy!!

It was a big day in the Lugo household!!

But first, I'll update you on how the weekend went.....
For the last week I've been fighting a sinus infection, so Saturday was a very laid back day in our household.
I did laundry, and cleaned up a little, but for the most part I just tried to relax.  Sunday, we attended church, and headed to my in-laws for lunch.  Adrian, wasn't feeling good so we just took it easy.  It was nice to be in comfy clothes, and lounging in bed with the girls and the hubby. It's not very often we get to do that...

Olivia, turned 4 months old on the 28th, where did the time go.. :(  It's seems like just yesterday, when we brought her home from the hospital.  She is reaching a lot of milestones these past few weeks.  She can now roll from her back to her tummy, she is eating baby food, and sleeps through the nite.  For the most part she is a very good baby.  She cries when she is hungry, and overly tired..  I am very blessed, that both my girls were and are good babies.. I believe she is starting to teeth, she is a drool machine, and everything goes into her mouth.  She is getting so big, so fast.  She smiles at people she recognizes and is starting to laugh... I'm glad I am not working as much now, I don't want to miss all this fun stuff...

Ok, now for the big news. Are you ready?? Sadie can tie her shoes!!  I know it may seem like I am overly excited about this accomplishment, but the main reason is because she learned how to do it in 30 minutes!
I sat her down, showed her how to do it twice, made her practice it 3 or 4 times and she had it down in no time.  I'm extremely proud of her, but then there is that other piece of me that's wondering what did I just do.  She is growing up, and I don't think I'm ready for it.  The other day, Adrian and I were commenting on how much older she seems.  She is so smart, and funny.  She comes up with the most clever comments, and her vocabulary is so big.  Her favorite word this past week is, "earlier"..lol.  She uses it a lot.  Pre- K graduation is 3 weeks away, I'm going to be a mess that day..

So as you can see, not much to report on the homefront.  It's always the same stuff, different day around here, with a few milestones to share.  I hope you all had a great weekend, and have a fabulous week....

Til my fingers dance again, love and happiness! <3

It's amazing...

Expecting a child, is the most thrilling and terrifying experience, I think a woman could ever encounter. 
I know that when I was expecting both my girls, I was a nervous wreck. Thankfully, when I found out I was expecting Sadie I was already 3 months along.  I didn't have a chance to worry if I would make it thru the first 3 months. Most women know that those first months are very critical for the fetus.  When I found out I was expecting Olivia, I found out when I was 6 weeks along.  So, not only was I feeling like I was going to be pregnant forever,  I had the first 3 months to worry about.  And did I worry... I made sure I did everything right.  I ate right, drank nothing but water, took my vitamin, got plenty of rest.  But, the worst thing you can do when your pregnant is read things on the internet.  I would read all sorts of things, and then start freaking out.  Finally, my doctor said "Liana, if you don't stop getting on the internet, I'm going to take your phone and computer away."  I did what I was told, and I was able to enjoy my pregnancy.  Well, as much as one who is expecting a child can.  Because there is the uncontrolable hunger, then the urge to throw it all up, swollen feet, heartburn, the inability to get comfortable no matter how hard you try. For months Adrian and I were divided in our bed because of all my extra pillows. 5 to be exact.  Then something amazing happens around 5 1/2 months, you feel the first movement of that precious life growing inside of you.  Sadie was very active throughout the day, and chilled out at night.  Olivia on the other hand, was extremely active at night.  It was as if she knew I was trying to sleep.  There was kicks to the ribs, and somersaults.  It's an amazing feeling... It's even cooler to watch.  Sadie actually kicked a remote off my belly one afternoon.  Olivia just liked to roll, and my whole stomach would move from side to side.  If you have ever been pregnant, you know that your unborn child likes to make a fool of you.  Everytime, I would tell someone to look at my belly, or feel the kick, she would stop.
The day I gave birth to my girls, were completely different from eachother.  I went into labor with Sadie at 2:30 in the morning.  I knew I wanted to have an epidural for the pain. I'm sorry, but there was no way I would have been able to do it any other way.  I know, I know, women were doing it centuries before, with no pain medication, and in their beds at home. But this is the 21st century and I'm just a wimp... lol.  I labored for 12 hours with no pain, and 3 pushes to bring my precious daughter into the world. Okay, I am a huge believer now, of the saying, "no 2 pregnancies or deliveries are alike."  Only because I have experienced it myself.  I chose to be induced with Olivia, I went into the hospital at midnite the night before.  Was given medication, and began the wait.  I also decided to see how far I could go without pain medication.... 3 hours, that was the max. I was actually very proud of myself for holding out that long.  When I finally asked for my epidural,  they decided to mix it up on me. I had a 1/2 epidural, 1/2 spinal tap. It was supposed to be better for after birth, so I could get up sooner.  Well, let me tell you, if and when I ever have another child, I don't want any of this half and half stuff.  I was expecting no pain or discomfort, afterall it was that way with Sadie. Ha! I had no such luck with Olivia.  I felt everything, the contractions, the pressure, and Olivia, when she made it in to this world.  All after an hour of pushing, no 3 pushes this time.  I guess in a way, I'm glad I got to experience it both ways.  Pain, and no pain. 
Being pregnant and giving birth to my beautiful daughters, is the most meaningful thing I've ever done in my life.  I wouldn't trade either experience for anything.


Til my fingers dance again... love & happiness....

I do, and I will....

If your a mom and a wife your going to relate to this post. If your not, and hope to be, I hope you can still enjoy...

In my opinion, moms and wives have one of the most demanding jobs ever.  You are on call 24/7, your a maid, cook, chauffeur, nurse. Your overworked and underpaid.   I'll admit there are times when I want to lock myself in the bathroom, and hide, just for some time to myself. So, mornings are when I take the time to be selfish, and think of myself for just a little bit.  I wake up an hour before anyone else, make myself a cup of coffee, and sit quietly for a good 20 minutes.  I take this opportunity to reflect, to pray and to prepare myself for the day.  The rest of the hour is spent making hubby's lunch, packing the diaper bag, and setting out Sadie's clothes.  When that hour ends, the chaos begins... Sadie and hubby are not morning people, so it takes them forever to get up and going.  Olivia wakes up hungry, so her cereal and juice better be ready. Getting out the door is not a easy task... Did I grab my purse, diaper bag, and anything Sadie may need?? Sure hope so.. lol.  Once Olivia gets dropped off at Grandma's, and Sadie gets dropped off at school, it's off to work I go.  I put in my time at the office and then before I know it, it's time to pick up kids again.. I cook dinner everynite and that is always a challenge.  It's hard to come up with different things to make.  Once I get that figured out, then I can vacuum, wash clothes, play with the kids, pay bills. I anxiously await the hubby coming home, so I can have some adult conversation.  Although, if you know my husband, you know he isn't very talkative, but having him home makes my family of 4 complete. We eat dinner, I clean up the kitchen, put kids in the bath, and then into bed,  I take a bath, sit with the hubby and watch a little tv.  By now, I'm exhausted and can't keep my eyes open, so it's off to bed I go... And do it all again the next day... Being a mom and wife is hard, it's not about you anymore, and it probably won't be for a very long time.  All in all, it is the most rewarding job I have ever had. Especially when Sadie says, " Your the best mom ever."  If your a mom, you know how much those words can melt your heart.  Let's just hope she still feels that way in 10 years...lol.

No one can ever prepare you for motherhood, or being a wife.  You learn as you go,  you make a routine, and you figure it out day by day... Some days you won't stop smiling, other days you'll just want to cry.
But the one thing I have learned is that I can't imagine my life without my husband and kids, and they couldn't survive without me..hehe, just kidding...

I love my life, and am truly blessed.  I hope & pray my readers have felt this, or one day will...


Til my fingers dance again..... love & happiness <3

Say Cheese :)

When Sadie was a baby, we didn't have very many professional pictures taken of her.  Don't get me wrong, I wanted to be one of those mom's who had pictures taken at 3 months, 6, 9 & 12 months, and then every year after.  Financially it just wasn't something we were capable of at the time... Now, we have the ability to be a little bit more frivolous, but by no means are we.  So... I decided to get cute little outfits for the girls, and spend the money to have some professional pictures taken. That was, until we planned a trip to Vegas for my birthday in July.  Now, I'm on this big no unnecessary spending kick. Which obviously means no professional pictures... :( Ok, now I enjoy writing, and I've always thought I'm good at it, but I also enjoy photography.  I don't know the fancy terms,  I don't have a $500 camera, I've never taken a class, I know the lighting should be good, and you need to have patience to get the perfect shot. So by no means am I a professional, I wouldn't even classify myself as a amateur.  That did not stop me from dressing the girls up in their cute outfits, and finding the perfect back drop, I was very determined... Well remember I said you need patience? That is a understatement when you trying to photograph a 4 month old. If she wasn't crying, she had her fingers in her mouth or wouldn't look at the camera.  And don't get me started on the 5 year old, she was just as difficult.  Overall, I got some really cute pictures, that I will be able to print up and send out to family and friends for a lot less money.  Today I had fun playing photographer, it let me try something new and different for not a lot money.. My hubby should be proud of me, I saved him some money...lol.
Here our a few shots that I got today, I don't want to reveal them all, because I know I have at least 1 follower who will be getting the finished product.  So enjoy friends!!

Til my fingers dance again.... love & happiness

Sugar & Spice, and all things Nice........

When I would think about having children,  I stressed myself out just thinking about having daughters. Afterall, I am a daughter and I know what I put my parents through.  I wasn't horrible, but I thought about boys, and being popular. I woke up every morning and took forever to decide what to wear, I worried about what other girls would think about me, high school could be a battlefield for a teenage girl.  You made your friends fast, and prayed it stayed that way..
So I knew if I had daughters I was going to have to be on my game.  I wanted to make it easier for them, then it was for me.  I know I can't walk with them and hold their hands forever, but maybe, just maybe they will hear my voice in their head, and feel reassured that it doesn't need to be so complicated.

Every now and then, I think of Sadie and Olivia as teenagers (even though it depresses me and makes me feel old), and this is what I picture....
My girls will be beautiful, smart and athletic. They will have a lot of friends and like a few boys.  Adrian and I's marriage will be tested to the end, because we will not see eye to eye, on the things we think they should and should not be doing.  Every one knows that Daddy's do not like to see their little girls grow up.  Dates will be almost impossible to get Adrian to say yes to, and his relationship with his daughters will constantly be on a roller coaster.  It's going to be an interesting ride, I don't think any parent can ever truly be prepared.  You can read all the books, and talk to all your friends for advice, but no 2 daughters are the same,  even within your own daughters. You might have a wild one & a calm one.  I still have a while before my girls start to show who they are going to be.  I just hope I'm going to be up for what's coming my way.....

Til my fingers dance again....


 

I've been a busy Mommy.....

Hi All!

It's been brought to my attention that I haven't kept up with my blog.  It was actually quite flattering that I have someone who is following me, and calling me on the fact that I'm slacking.... Well I'm not really slacking, I've just been extremely busy... So I guess I owe y'all a update of the last two weeks.. Enjoy :)

For Christmas this year, my parents gave me a gift certificate to Woodhouse Day Spa in Corpus.  I had been waiting to be able to use this for 3 months.  Afterall, I think I was so deserving of this day of relaxation. I mean I did work a full tax season, carry a baby for nine months, work a full tax season again, and all with little to no sleep.  So the day got booked and I got to go with some amazing women from work.  We had our day planned for no kids, no husbands and total bliss.  We left Beeville at 7:30 in the morning, and made the what seemed forever trip to Corpus. When we arrived at the spa, I must say just walking thru the door relaxed me.  We were taken back to the locker room, so we could change in to comfy robes and sandals that felt good at first, and then actually started to hurt my feet...lol.  After we changed we were sent to what was called the "quiet room", I actually had butterflies in my tummy.  We were called back and they started with the package we had put together.  50 minute full body massage, facial and a pedicure.  The massage was just what my tired and aching body needed, I could have fallen asleep right there on the table, but I was afraid I might snore...hehe. Ok, I had no idea what to expect with a facial. My whole idea of it, was just what I had seen in movies, you know sitting around with cucumbers over my eyes, but oh was I wrong! It was the most amazing experience ever, (shhh don't tell, but it was better than the massage), I know that must sound crazy, and I am actually having difficulties putting it in to words. You'll just have to trust me.  We finished it up with a pedicure, which I must say that after 2 weeks still looks pretty awesome.  Overall, it was just the kind of day this tired mommy needed. We ate lunch at Cheddar's and did a little shopping, and I enjoyed the time away. My friends are amazing women, and I am so blessed to have them in my life, and I loved spending the day with them.  In the end, I was anxious to get home to my girls.  I did feel a little guilty leaving them all day....

Olivia had a follow up doctor's appointment last Thursday.  She was over her bronchitis, and was finally able to get her 2 month old shots, a little late but nevertheless.  As every mommy knows, it's so hard on the heart to see your little one get poked, but she was a trooper. She weighed 13 pounds, 5 ounces and the doctor said she is looking great.

Ok, now this next part is really depressing, (ok I'm being a little dramatic..lol).  Sadie took her cap and gown pictures on Monday.  Graduation day from Pre-K is fastly approaching, where did the time go?  I'm going to be a mommy to a kindergardner. :(  How is it possible that I can still so freshly remember my first day of kinder, and now my baby is going?  All I know is, on graduation day, I better make sure I have plenty of tissues.. ;(

Even though I've missed 2 weeks of writing, as you can tell not much has been happening. Work is consuming most of my time right now...but with only 3 days left of tax season, (which I'm really excited about), my writing should pick up more.  My girls are healthy and happy, and my husband is awesome....
Everything is just the way it should be.

Goodnite friends, til my fingers dance again, be happy :)

It's not good bye, it's see you soon.....

Hi everyone!!

It's been a few days since I wrote last, but I've been busy enjoying a visit with my mom from California.  The girls and I picked her up from the San Antonio airport last Friday, it was so great to have her here.  We hadn't seen her since Adrian and I got married in 2009.  Of course 7 days is not nearly a long of enough visit, but I'm very grateful for the time we had.  Sadie had the greatest time with her.  They played constantly, (coffee tea party).  It was so great to see my daughter enjoy her grandma.  Olivia did well with her too.  Mom is awesome with kids, it's going to be hard to meet Sadie's expectations from now on... Momo Janis is just too much fun. We didn't do very much while she was here, just mostly hung out at home and relaxed.  I worked during the week, and mom stayed home with Olivia.  I must say I felt very spoiled having her around.  My coffee in the morning was just a little better because I was sharing it with her, dishes weren't so bad because she was right there with me, and the overall effect of having my mommy here is just too hard to put into words....
Today, mom went back to California.  It was a hard goodbye for Sadie this morning, before dropping her off at school,  I think she feels like she will never see Momo again.  The drive to San Antonio seemed so short today, and before I knew it we were at the Southwest terminal.  I hugged her long and hard, and thanked her for coming to see us.  Olivia was sleeping, and thankfully had know idea what was going on, because I don't think I could have handled two heartbroken children.  When I picked up Sadie from school, she was so sad.  She kept asking for her Momo over and over again. I kept telling her that we would see her again soon, and not to be so sad.  She did better, until bedtime.  My poor baby was crying for her momo so bad,  I had to leave the room because I was crying just as hard.  It hurt me so bad to see my baby so upset, and I had no way to make it better.  I decided to call my mom, and ask her to speak with Sadie, I thought it might help for her to hear from her.... My mom promised her a coffee tea party :), over the phone with her on Saturday morning.  Sadie was still sad when they hung up and it was a good 10 minutes or so before I could get her to completely calm down.  I know she will be ok, but it's so hard on the heart to see her that way.
It was a great week, and I can't wait until my parents are here for good (5 more years).  There is nothing like having your mommy around.  It's been a long day, and I'm emotionally drained.  I hope y'all had a wonderful week!

So until my next dance with the keyboard.....be well :)

  

Doctor Day.....

Hi All!

Well, today was spent in Victoria at the doctors.  Both the girls had check ups.  Sadie weighed  in at 45 pounds and is healthy... music to a mother's ears,  we all know that sick kids are the worst, and even more so when they are your own.  No one likes to see their baby suffer, so to know that they get a clean bill of health, reassures me i'm doing a good job.  Well at least with one of my girl's.  Olivia is weighing in at a healthy 12 pounds 12 ounces, so no worries there, her development is right where it should be for a 3 month old...Yay!  But, my poor baby girl has been put on breathing treatments, she has a touch of bronchitis, and allergies.  Hopefully the treatments will work, and she will get better.  I know it's not my fault that she has these things, but as a mommy I feel helpless that I can't prevent illness from happening.   All in all they are doing good, and I thank the good Lord for watching over my babies.

We are now anticipating the arrival of Momo Janis, (my mom from California).  She flys in tomorrow and will be here thru next Thursday... I'm very excited that my mom will be here, she will be meeting Olivia for the first time, she hasn't seen Sadie for a year and a half.  I'm very much looking forward to sharing my morning coffee with my mommy, and much needed girl talk.  Next Thursday will come to soon, but I'm very grateful for the time we are going to have with her.

Tomorrow is a few hours of work for mommy, and a few hours of school for Sadie, and then we will be on the road to San Antonio. So, with that being said I'm off to bed for some much needed rest.

Until my fingers dance with the keyboard again... be happy :)

I've Been Inspired....

Ok, so I had this crazy idea to start a blog.  I'm excited and nervous at the same time.  I have a lot of things I want to share about my life as a mommy, although I have no idea where to begin. I guess as the old saying goes," Just start from the beginning".


I became a mommy in July of 2006, she weighed 8 pounds and was 21 inches long.  Never in my life have I ever felt the way I did when they placed my baby girl in my arms for the first time.  As I looked down at her I couldn't believe that I could  fall instantly in love with this perfect little person.  I cried tears of joy, and sent up a prayer asking God to give me whatever it was going to take to be a good mother.  Sadie Renee is now almost 5 years old, and I must say they have been the most wonderful 5 years of my life.  Now, it's not always been easy, and for the most part it's actually really hard. I'm responsible for the upbringing of a person who will one day be an adult. The choices that my daughter will make when she is older, is going to be a reflection of the things her father and I instilled in her.  No pressure, right?  Sadie continues to amaze me on a daily basis, she is so smart and it's so interesting to see the different traits she has picked up between her daddy and I.  She is a lot like her daddy, but she loves like her mommy.... Sadie has the biggest, kindest heart.  She doesn't like to see anyone sad, and she will try her best to make you laugh if you are.  I couldn't imagine my life without Sadie, and I hope it's a very long time before I have to.....
With that being said,  God has blessed me with another precious life to take care of...  Olivia Riann was born on December 28, 2010, the best late Christmas present ever!  She weighed 7 pounds 12 oz, and was 20 1/2 inches long.  A little smaller than her big sister, but a workout to bring in to this world.  My husband and I waited 2 long years for this bundle of joy, and now we are cherishing every moment.  It's going to be very interesting to see the similarities and differences between Sadie & Olivia.  I do know that my husband and I are going to have our hands full with these girls, but I'm hoping that they take everything that their daddy and I are teaching them and use it well.

I wanted to start this blog for all the mommies that are just like me, spending their days running after kids, and loving every moment of it.  Sure, i'm exhausted at the end of the day and I can barely keep my eyes open to watch a little t.v. with the hubby, but my kids are healthy and safe, and look so darn cute when they are sleeping :)  I'm going to try and write every couple days to tell y'all what the girlie's are up to, and the memories we are making.

So until my fingers dance with the keyboard again, keep at it mommies... :)