That Maddox gained another 5 oz this past week!! So excited. The bigger he can be before the next surgery, the better. Each oz is a blessing! He's eating from the bottle like a champ and growing like a weed, only much much cuter.
I have to scan and share a few more pics from Luke's younger days that I found. Maddox has his daddy's smile, so cute!
Bailee is becoming more of a diva everyday. I love it, except when it drives me crazy. :) The best thing I've done for her (well, probably not the truly best thing...and it may be more for me) is get her a closet space saver bar. It puts the clothes at her height and she LOVES it. My 3 year old hangs up her own clothes! And now that she can reach her dresses she gets dressed herself. This morning she put together a brown ensemble and came to me saying "Can we go somewhere today so I can go out in this outfit?" So cute. I need to take a picture. Bailee continues to love dance class and when we ask her to show us her dance she tells us it's a secret. I guess we'll have to wait for the recital. She's always dancing around the house and being Hannah Montana. When I asked her where she got her sweet dance moves I shouldn't have been surprised when she said "From Grandpa Spencer". That's a pretty typical answer. That's where she grew so big, because she drank her milk. It's where she got so smart, because he lets her watch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse whenever she wants. It's where she got so cute. Yeah, pretty much the answer for everything. This girl cracks me up (and Brad, just ask her) and I am loving this age. (except for when it drives me crazy. Oh wait, I already said that.)
Luke continues to work so hard. We appreciate his sacrifice and willingness. I know it's not easy for him, but he does his best and is incredible. He's got a lot on his plate right now, but if anyone can handle it, it's Luke.
More pics of the house projects next week! Getting super excited about getting things done! And did I mention that I can't wait to put up the Christmas tree?? But I will wait until Thanksgiving, I promise! It's going to look so good in our new living room!
Oh, and Grammpy???? Bailee really needs a real tree this year. If she says pretty please do you think you could bring her one??
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
5 things to share
Bailee and I made homemade Drumsticks, you know the ice cream ones that are so yummy! Thanks to Kinsey for posting this great idea. Go here to see their creations and for step by step directions and pics.
I was preparing for my last YW lesson and was lead to this amazing talk by President Ucthdorf. It really helped me last week, and was just what I needed that day. I am sad to be released from YW, but I know it's the right thing for now. I really loved the girls and leaders, and am so grateful for being able to get to know them all! And I'm super sad to miss girls camp next year.
Luke was called to serve in the YM organization as the Teachers adviser, and released as a Sunday School teacher. I was now without a calling, and accepted the call to teach his class. It's a little scary to think that next year we'll be studying the bible. I don't know why that intimidates me, but it does. But I'm sure I'll learn something. So in preparation for my first time teaching this class, I was reading in D&C. The first scripture I read was this. The line that stuck out to me the most was "but if ye are prepared ye shall not fear". Crazy. I need this lesson too! It's something that I've been thinking a lot about lately and have seen this come to pass in my life. We've been truly blessed by trying our hardest to be prepared in all aspects of our lives. At this time, I'm especially grateful in the financial area. We've been saving what we can for a few years in order to buy a home, but when Maddox was born and we were surprised with some extra medical expenses, it was nice to know we would be ok. It wasn't what we had planned for, but we were prepared, and I'm grateful for that.
The moving and packing and shuffling and projects continue. Yesterday we moved entertainment centers, tv's, bedroom furniture, and couches. Thanks to Luke and Jake for the heavy lifting! Now the kids have a play room/guest room and Bailee thinks it's awesome. Mom and Dad S. are coming this weekend to help with floors and some other projects. I'll be glad to be done with the big projects and to finally get organized. I'll get some more pics posted as we finish some of these things up. We are sad to think about Mom B. leaving, but are happy that she'll at least be here a few days a week the next few months.
Trials. We all have them. I've learned a lot about them the past few months, and even the past few days. I think the most important thing I've learned is that no one's trials are the same, and none are harder or easier than another. They're just different. I've seen and learned some pretty hard things the past few months, and I'm grateful for mine....or I'd rather have mine than someone else's. And you can't pray them away, this is what life is all about. I wish I could take Maddox's heart issues away, but I know that we've all be blessed because of them. This is one special little boy, and I'm so grateful for him and all that comes with being his mommy.
I was preparing for my last YW lesson and was lead to this amazing talk by President Ucthdorf. It really helped me last week, and was just what I needed that day. I am sad to be released from YW, but I know it's the right thing for now. I really loved the girls and leaders, and am so grateful for being able to get to know them all! And I'm super sad to miss girls camp next year.
Luke was called to serve in the YM organization as the Teachers adviser, and released as a Sunday School teacher. I was now without a calling, and accepted the call to teach his class. It's a little scary to think that next year we'll be studying the bible. I don't know why that intimidates me, but it does. But I'm sure I'll learn something. So in preparation for my first time teaching this class, I was reading in D&C. The first scripture I read was this. The line that stuck out to me the most was "but if ye are prepared ye shall not fear". Crazy. I need this lesson too! It's something that I've been thinking a lot about lately and have seen this come to pass in my life. We've been truly blessed by trying our hardest to be prepared in all aspects of our lives. At this time, I'm especially grateful in the financial area. We've been saving what we can for a few years in order to buy a home, but when Maddox was born and we were surprised with some extra medical expenses, it was nice to know we would be ok. It wasn't what we had planned for, but we were prepared, and I'm grateful for that.
The moving and packing and shuffling and projects continue. Yesterday we moved entertainment centers, tv's, bedroom furniture, and couches. Thanks to Luke and Jake for the heavy lifting! Now the kids have a play room/guest room and Bailee thinks it's awesome. Mom and Dad S. are coming this weekend to help with floors and some other projects. I'll be glad to be done with the big projects and to finally get organized. I'll get some more pics posted as we finish some of these things up. We are sad to think about Mom B. leaving, but are happy that she'll at least be here a few days a week the next few months.
Trials. We all have them. I've learned a lot about them the past few months, and even the past few days. I think the most important thing I've learned is that no one's trials are the same, and none are harder or easier than another. They're just different. I've seen and learned some pretty hard things the past few months, and I'm grateful for mine....or I'd rather have mine than someone else's. And you can't pray them away, this is what life is all about. I wish I could take Maddox's heart issues away, but I know that we've all be blessed because of them. This is one special little boy, and I'm so grateful for him and all that comes with being his mommy.
Friday, October 16, 2009
If he's anything like me....
Maddox is 3 months old today! WOW! What a 3 months it has been, and as crazy as it sounds, it's been a wonderful 3 months. I remember thinking through the first few days that if Maddox was going to die, I'd rather it happen sooner than later. I didn't want to get attached to this little guy and then have to let him go. Selfish. I am so incredibly grateful for Maddox and I am grateful for each minute of each day that I have with him. He has been a blessing in a million ways, and our family is truly better with him in it.
I first heard this song one day as I was driving to Primary's to be with Maddox. I cried. All through my pregnancy I joked that this little boy would give me hell his whole life, after all, I was sicker than I had been with Bailee. I was wrong. Because Luke was such a sweet little boy I kept saying I hoped he was just like his daddy. Maddox is such a sweet and happy baby, but I never imagined he'd start his life off so much like his daddy. Mom B. found these pictures the other day and showed them to me. It was crazy to see Luke as a baby looking so much like Maddox.
Van and Luke
Luke's angels.
I first heard this song one day as I was driving to Primary's to be with Maddox. I cried. All through my pregnancy I joked that this little boy would give me hell his whole life, after all, I was sicker than I had been with Bailee. I was wrong. Because Luke was such a sweet little boy I kept saying I hoped he was just like his daddy. Maddox is such a sweet and happy baby, but I never imagined he'd start his life off so much like his daddy. Mom B. found these pictures the other day and showed them to me. It was crazy to see Luke as a baby looking so much like Maddox.
Luke and Maddox
Van and Luke
Luke's angels.
I wish I had pictures of Maddox's angels. That's the only way to describe the nurses and dr.'s at PCMC. Miracles happen there every minute, and it's in large part to the incredible people that work there. I truly believe that they are guided step by step by God.
I am so looking forward to the years ahead and watching Maddox following in many of his daddy's footsteps. If he's anything like Luke, he will be amazing.
I am so looking forward to the years ahead and watching Maddox following in many of his daddy's footsteps. If he's anything like Luke, he will be amazing.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
White Chicken Chili
I saw this recipe on Good Things Utah the other day. It sounded so good, so I had to try it. I really loved it. Luke liked the flavor, but isn't a fan of soups. Bailee thought it was spicy. I will be making it again though, and probably leave out the red pepper (or put a little less) for Bailee's sake.
So because Luke's not a fan of soups, he took some of this for lunch but just drained the broth and ate it on a tortilla. Yummy. For lunch today I made a plate of nachos using the left overs and also draining the broth. Love recipes like this, where you can cook once and have different meals. Enjoy!
2 (14 oz) cans chicken broth
3-4 chicken breast, trimmed of fat
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tsp dried oregano leaves
1 tsp salt
1 tsp crushed red pepper
2 cans great northern beans
1 can white shoepeg corn
3 TBS lime juice
2 TBS chopped fresh cilantro
Add chicken, broth, cumin, oregano, garlic, salt, and red pepper to slow cooker. Cover and let cook for about 6-8 hours on low or until chicken falls apart. Shred the chicken with two forks. Drain and rinse the beans and corn and add them to the slow cooker. Add chopped cilantro and lime juice to slow cooker. Put cover back on and let cook for 30 more minutes until heated through.
And here's the link to the blog this recipe came from.
So because Luke's not a fan of soups, he took some of this for lunch but just drained the broth and ate it on a tortilla. Yummy. For lunch today I made a plate of nachos using the left overs and also draining the broth. Love recipes like this, where you can cook once and have different meals. Enjoy!
2 (14 oz) cans chicken broth
3-4 chicken breast, trimmed of fat
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tsp dried oregano leaves
1 tsp salt
1 tsp crushed red pepper
2 cans great northern beans
1 can white shoepeg corn
3 TBS lime juice
2 TBS chopped fresh cilantro
Add chicken, broth, cumin, oregano, garlic, salt, and red pepper to slow cooker. Cover and let cook for about 6-8 hours on low or until chicken falls apart. Shred the chicken with two forks. Drain and rinse the beans and corn and add them to the slow cooker. Add chopped cilantro and lime juice to slow cooker. Put cover back on and let cook for 30 more minutes until heated through.
And here's the link to the blog this recipe came from.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Past, Present, Changes
My most recent home project has been the upstairs bathroom. I've been looking for a shower curtain, and stumbled across this one at Target. It was love at first sight! Love the trees, love the colors, love the owls and squirrels. To make it even better, one of CTMH's newest paper packets, Twitterpated, matches it perfectly! (You can check out the paper on my ctmh website!)
This frame probably looks a little funny.... But I covered it in the matching Twitterpated paper, and am going to put some cute pics in tomorrow. Unfortunately, neither of these pictures does the color of the bathroom justice. It is a really pretty green, if your a CTMH fan, it's sweet leaf. The pics look dark, but the bathroom is really bright and fun. Love it! (almost as much as Maddox's room!)
So did you figure out the difference in Maddox?? Besides that he's gaining weight (he's up to 11 lbs 9.5 oz) and getting taller (23 1/2 inches).... No feeding tube! That has been so nice, and kind of stressful at the same time. I have to keep track of every cc he takes in so we can be sure he's getting enough to gain weight. So far, so good, but it's harder than I thought it would be. We also saw the cardiologist last week. Things are pretty much the same, though his heart function is down slightly. They decided to go ahead and put him on a med to help increase the function. We'll keep following up, and hopefully not need to make any major changes or have any surgeries until the first of the year. He's almost 3 months old!!!! It's hard to believe, but we really are so grateful for every minute we have him.
So did you figure out the difference in Maddox?? Besides that he's gaining weight (he's up to 11 lbs 9.5 oz) and getting taller (23 1/2 inches).... No feeding tube! That has been so nice, and kind of stressful at the same time. I have to keep track of every cc he takes in so we can be sure he's getting enough to gain weight. So far, so good, but it's harder than I thought it would be. We also saw the cardiologist last week. Things are pretty much the same, though his heart function is down slightly. They decided to go ahead and put him on a med to help increase the function. We'll keep following up, and hopefully not need to make any major changes or have any surgeries until the first of the year. He's almost 3 months old!!!! It's hard to believe, but we really are so grateful for every minute we have him.
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