Friday, April 23, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
So, here goes my first "Thankful Post"! (I am not very clever early in the morning, so bear with the title! lol!)
Today I am thankful for good health!
Our whole little family has colds & sore throats, and this is the 3rd day it's been going on?! I could NOT hardly sleep last night! I tossed & turned and got up several times, and on top of that, Eli didn't want to nurse all but once becuase he was so congested?! Poor little guy! I don't mind wiping snotty noses, but I do hate it when my babies have to suffer at all. Austen doesn't usually get sick, but....he had to have those kisses from me....so....he has it now too! Anyway, it just really makes me appreciate a day when I can wake up with NO sore throat, kids & hubby healthy & happy, and to just feel good!!! Hopefully this yucky virus will be out of our home soon! Chicken noodle soup, Lysol & Kleenex's here we come.
Today I am thankful for good health!
Our whole little family has colds & sore throats, and this is the 3rd day it's been going on?! I could NOT hardly sleep last night! I tossed & turned and got up several times, and on top of that, Eli didn't want to nurse all but once becuase he was so congested?! Poor little guy! I don't mind wiping snotty noses, but I do hate it when my babies have to suffer at all. Austen doesn't usually get sick, but....he had to have those kisses from me....so....he has it now too! Anyway, it just really makes me appreciate a day when I can wake up with NO sore throat, kids & hubby healthy & happy, and to just feel good!!! Hopefully this yucky virus will be out of our home soon! Chicken noodle soup, Lysol & Kleenex's here we come.
My newest Inspiration, from someone I don't even know :)
Today I went and read another blog (of whom I did not know) but I clicked on the "next blog" tab, (which has sometimes not been very rewarding) but this one was really neat. I only read the first few posts she had done, but I caught onto an idea she was doing, that I have decided to do as well!
She called it "Appreciation for the day". I don't know what I'll call mine yet. But what she did was before she posted anything that day, first thing early in the morning, she posted about one (or more, but not long) things she was appreciative for. It was really neat. One day it was for her nephews (she didn't have children) that she could watch them play & give hugs & kisses. The next day she posted a neat picture of a mountain & the sky, and talked about just how nice it was to wake up to a clear blue beautiful sky, after they had been having so much snow! It was cool, and it inpsired me.
I used to do this a few years back only I had it in a "thankful journal". Each day I just did one quick page, and it was interesting how much you realize you have to be thankful for. I noticed that it also helped me not be or get depressed, and really just started the day out in a possitive way. There was even a talk this General Conference that talked about the power of being grateful, and how much a grateful heart pleases the Lord. I agree. So, that is what I am going to (try) to remember to do each time I blog! Now, I don't blog every day, but I am going to try to remember to do that first thing!
She called it "Appreciation for the day". I don't know what I'll call mine yet. But what she did was before she posted anything that day, first thing early in the morning, she posted about one (or more, but not long) things she was appreciative for. It was really neat. One day it was for her nephews (she didn't have children) that she could watch them play & give hugs & kisses. The next day she posted a neat picture of a mountain & the sky, and talked about just how nice it was to wake up to a clear blue beautiful sky, after they had been having so much snow! It was cool, and it inpsired me.
I used to do this a few years back only I had it in a "thankful journal". Each day I just did one quick page, and it was interesting how much you realize you have to be thankful for. I noticed that it also helped me not be or get depressed, and really just started the day out in a possitive way. There was even a talk this General Conference that talked about the power of being grateful, and how much a grateful heart pleases the Lord. I agree. So, that is what I am going to (try) to remember to do each time I blog! Now, I don't blog every day, but I am going to try to remember to do that first thing!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Melanie....
I have been meaning to post about my wonderful sister in law (whom I call a sister, but had to mention the "inlaw" part so that you all know who she is!) Melanie Tucker. (my older brother Steven's wife)
Melanie is one of the most wonderful, loving people you will meet! Not to mention amazing super mom! She is always a motivation to me. In many different ways. Not only by being super mom, looking like she has NEVER had a single baby, but also by being so possitive & kind. I always go away feeling better after being with her. She also gives the worlds best hugs!!! :) She & I have really become super close, especially since we have both lived in Utah. We see each other at least every week and sometimes more! She lives about 45 min from me. Our families really just love getting together! Between she & I we have SEVEN boys! It can sure get pretty wild sometimes, but they all get along so well & my little Brendan cries when they have to leave from a playdate! Its so cute!
My youngest son, only 8 months old & has the biggest crush on Melanie! He is such a picky boy too with who he will even let hold him, and yet he will NOT let Melanie let him go! He is IN LOVE with her! It is the cutest thing! I really love these pics of the two of them that I took and then enhanced!
Melanie has really helped me through some tough times the past few months as well. I think that is something that has bonded us together even more this past little while. I could not have asked for a better sister and friend than her! I could go on & on, but I know that it will make her blush, becuase she is so modest as it is! But....Melanie you are amazing! I love you tons!
Here are some pics!
Melanie is one of the most wonderful, loving people you will meet! Not to mention amazing super mom! She is always a motivation to me. In many different ways. Not only by being super mom, looking like she has NEVER had a single baby, but also by being so possitive & kind. I always go away feeling better after being with her. She also gives the worlds best hugs!!! :) She & I have really become super close, especially since we have both lived in Utah. We see each other at least every week and sometimes more! She lives about 45 min from me. Our families really just love getting together! Between she & I we have SEVEN boys! It can sure get pretty wild sometimes, but they all get along so well & my little Brendan cries when they have to leave from a playdate! Its so cute!
Melanie has really helped me through some tough times the past few months as well. I think that is something that has bonded us together even more this past little while. I could not have asked for a better sister and friend than her! I could go on & on, but I know that it will make her blush, becuase she is so modest as it is! But....Melanie you are amazing! I love you tons!
Here are some pics!
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About Me
- Austen, Stephanie, Brendan, Liamm, Eli
- I am a wife & mother. My favorite things in this world I could be. Married to the most amazing man...Austen Walden. We have been married almost 6 yrs (come Jan 2011) and we have 3 beautiful ilttle boys, Brendan, Liamm & Eli, & one on the way due Arpil 21,2011! I take pride in being their mommy & love every second of it! I enjoy cooking, blogging, time with family & friends, sewing, crafts, scrapbooking, singing, music, playing piano, teaching my little boys new things, & time out with my hubby! Our little family is growing, & we are learning new things each day that the Lord has blessed us with!
