Let the Countdown Begin....

It's only a month from today until our son will arrive.  We are so very excited!  I'm continuing to make sure I'm as ready as possible.  I know life is definitely going to be different, but we are both ready for the next phase in our journey. 

Family and Friends have given us great advice over the years, especially over the last few months.  I think my favorite piece of advice thus far is "enjoy every moment, it goes by so fast".  I remember my mom telling me a few years ago something that has stuck with me.  She said when you have a little one, you love that child so much.  Sometimes you do feel overwhelmed and exhausted during the baby/toddler phase.  It's easy to say:  "I will love it when you are just a little older".  Mom reminded me that happens so fast.  She told me to enjoy picking up leaves in the fall, reading stories, and making cookies.  The present is all we have.  Don't miss wonderful because your too busy with the day to day grind. 

So as the next month passes by I will try to start that philosophy now.  I'll try to slow down and enjoy this last month I have being pregnant.  Savor the day so to speak.

And Baby Makes 3.......

My sister and sister-in-law gave me an incredible shower last weekend.  It was so much fun! I celebrated with family and friends, ate great food, and received wonderful gifts.  I can't believe Lincoln will make his arrival in 10 weeks.  It seems like it is going by so fast.  Jeremy and I are trying to prepare for when our life of 2 (15 years time) becomes life of 3.  We are both so excited! I think I am definitely in nesting mode, making sure everything is in its proper place.  I'm sure when baby arrives we will need to monitor and adjust.  I'm hoping that our past experiences of being adaptable will have prepared us a little for this change.:)

Family and friends keep reminding us our lives are about to change completely.  I'm sure they are right, but we are so thrilled about life with Lincoln. Since we have been together 17 years and married almost 15 years, we've had our share of adventure.  We've both finished higher education, traveled a lot, did crazy stuff like sky diving/white water rafting, and experienced an amazing journey together thus far.   I'm sure this time next year it will be hard to imagine what life was like before him.  I think he will add so much to our family and continue to transform our lives as a couple.  Looking forward to the next part of the journey!

A New Year.....

Well.... 2013 is off to a great start! It's been a very productive year thus far.  I can't believe it's already the 20th of January.   Lots of organization so far, paperwork, out buildings, the nursery.  I must be in nesting mode because the last several weeks our household has been busy!!!! 

I'm usually buzzing around conquering projects by myself.  I'm learning to wait and ask others for help.  This is a challenge for me.  Pregnancy has encouarged me to slow down a little and smell the roses.  I must say, I'm glad for the change.  Every day is a gift.  I want to "seize the day" everyday!

My hope is that 2013 continues to bring new learning opportunities and areas to grow.  I'm looking forward to every minute of this year!!!!!

What a year!!!! My blogging has been minimal to say the least, this being the 2nd post of the year. It's been an amazing year to say the least.

We moved to our new house this summer. It was quite an adventure, from the remodel (plumbing....) to the movi1103 South 52nd Street Rogers, AR 72758ng experience. We have been here for about 6 months now. We absolutely love it!!! It's such a peaceful place. It feels like home.

I finished grad school in August from UMASS Boston, with my masters degree (Management of Aging Services Track, Gerontology Program). I enjoyed my learning experience so much! Jeremy gave me a surprise celebration bash at Wiederkehr Wine Cellar. I was shocked, all my family and friends there to enjoy my special moment. They all kept the secret very well, I didn't have a clue. I look forward to using my education and training in a few years, which leads us to our next piece of exciting news......

We are expecting our first child, a baby boy due in April 2013!!! We are so very excited! After almost 15 years of marriage, we can't wait to be parents. I think our family and friends are as excited as we are. I know this is going to be an incredible journey!!!

We traveled to other places throughout the year Mexico, Yellowstone, and Philadelphia. Enjoyed birthdays, holidays, and special events with family and friends.

I'm looking forward to all the exciting adventures 2013 has in store!!!!

A New Year!!!

2012! Wow that sounds crazy. It's definitely been a while since I've posted a blog. The last few weeks have been exciting and busy. The holidays, starting my next to last semester of grad school, new adventures in our real estate investment and development company.

I'm looking forward to all the year has to offer. I have new resolutions, hopefully, I will meet them. I didn't quite meet all of my 2011 resolutions. I guess it's good to at least try to improve.

So may 2012 be a year full of new adventures. Celebrations with family and friends. A year of growth and discovery for myself and our family!

It's A Girl!!!!!!

My newest niece Ryleigh Belle Stevens was born on November 7th!!! I was able to be in the delivery room, what an experience. Lots of tears and smiles. It's crazy to see your baby sister having a baby.

She is the sweetest baby, we all love her so much already. She definitely has all of us wrapped around her finger. It's truly been a joy watching my sister and her husband become amazing parents. Ryleigh Belle is already growing so fast and we're all enjoying every moment of it!!!!!

I'm looking forward to the years ahead, birthday parties, school plays, holidays, etc. I look forward to being there for the important events and everyday life!!!!

Discovering a New Kind of Fall

We traveled to New England in October. It was our first time in the area, absolutely beautiful. We landed in Boston, rented a car, drove to New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and back to Boston. We saw amazing sights on our adventure.

A few of my favorite things:

Salem in October

Bed and Breakfast in Vermont

Autumn Foilage

Bar Harbor Maine

Lobster and Calm Chowder (yummy)

The trip was a nice break and very relaxing. We did a bunch of stuff and spending time as a couple was so nice. We would like to make this an annual trip!