We made it! Elias was literally perfect on the flight, and I received many compliments about him from others on the plane with us. Once again I was praising God that I was not "the mother with the screaming kid on the plane". Thank you, Lord! We have been having a blast here with the family. At the airport when Elias saw my mom, his nana, he had a huge smile and ran right to her arms. He has been very sweet to all of his grandparents and is especially fond of his 14 year old cousin Alexus. She has entertained him most days which has allowed me to rest and relax. It has been wonderful! I cannot believe my little niece will start high school in a few months! She is growing up so fast. We are expecting more weeks fun, but we REALLY miss Gus. Elias asks about Daddy everyday, but he is honestly too busy and entertained to dwell on that thought too long.
Tonight Elias is staying with Gus' mom. I must say that I am enjoying the down time. It has been a great trip so far!
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Lizard Boy
Gus fixed Elias' hair into a bit of a mohawk today. His hair has really grown and is so curly. I love it! After Gus was done, Elias looked in the mirror and said, "I wook wike a wizard" (which translates to "I look like a lizard"). Needless to say, the mohawk was a big hit!
Monday, June 1, 2009
Leaving Soon
Things have been hectic around here since I am trying to prepare for Elias and I to leave for Texas soon. We will be gone for 3 weeks! I am excited, but nervous, especially about being away from Gus for so long. We met almost 12 years ago (dated 6 years and have been married almost 6) and it is still so hard to be away from him! I guess that is a good sign. After 12 years I am not tired of being around him and it is still so painful to be apart! Last night I asked him if he would miss me, and he said, "Of course I will miss you. You are my best friend." How sweet! I sure do love that guy! Well, I better get back to packing.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Thanks Mom!
Since it is Mother's Day I wanted to take the time to thank my mom for all that she has done and still does.
Thanks mom! You are truly wonderful. I am so thankful to have you in my life (and my children's lives). You gave up many years (at least 20 or 21 years I think) to stay home with all four of us. Thank you so much! I always remember you being a joyful presence in our home. I only hope that my boys will remember me the same way (although anyone who knows us both is aware that I am MUCH moodier than you!). Your love for the Lord and your love for your family has and does shine through. Thank you for always supporting me and being a wonderful example of a true mother. I can't wait to see you in a few weeks!
Thanks mom! You are truly wonderful. I am so thankful to have you in my life (and my children's lives). You gave up many years (at least 20 or 21 years I think) to stay home with all four of us. Thank you so much! I always remember you being a joyful presence in our home. I only hope that my boys will remember me the same way (although anyone who knows us both is aware that I am MUCH moodier than you!). Your love for the Lord and your love for your family has and does shine through. Thank you for always supporting me and being a wonderful example of a true mother. I can't wait to see you in a few weeks!
Friday, May 8, 2009
So Much to Do!
Since finding out that we are having a boy the nesting instinct has already started kicking in! I am completely motivated to start getting Micah's room ready and the house situated to welcome a new baby. Part of my motivation is also due to the fact that Elias and I will be gone to Texas for 3 weeks in June. I am SO excited to see our family, but I know it will be torture for Elias and I to be away from Gus (and vice versa). We will just have to fill our time there with fun activities with the family.
Today I have already started preparing for our sweet Micah by:
-Starting to clean out his room which is now our guest room/office. I will be having a HUGE garage sell very soon.
-I found a few paint colors that I like. Gus has promised to paint the room while I am gone. Elias' room is blue so we are going with an olive green color for Micah.
-Elias and I found some great things for Micah's room at Hobby Lobby. It was all on sale so I got $50 worth of wall decorations for only $25! They are so cute! Micah will get all of Elias' baby furniture and bedding, but I want his room to look somewhat different with new decorations and paint.
-I even cleaned out my closet and managed to part with a few pairs of shoes that I haven't worn in years. (Why do I find it so hard to get rid of shoes?).
That is pretty good progress for one day! I am itching to get all of Elias' old clothes out of the attic, but Micah's closet and room needs a little more clearing up. I guess that can wait for another day.
Now to change the subject. I haven't updated lately about Elias' potty training progress. Well the kid has been 100% potty trained since about day 2 when it comes to peeing. This past week he even woke up most mornings with his diaper completely dry! We have still been putting a diaper on him because night training is not something we have focused on. It looks like he will have that down very soon. However, I must admit that pooping is not going quite as well. He only poops on the potty about once a week. He just HATES to do it on the potty. We have tried a couple of things, but nothing is working. We are not really pushing him (yet) because I know that it takes time. I am hoping that in a few more weeks he will figure out that pooping on the potty is much better than going in his underwear!
Today I have already started preparing for our sweet Micah by:
-Starting to clean out his room which is now our guest room/office. I will be having a HUGE garage sell very soon.
-I found a few paint colors that I like. Gus has promised to paint the room while I am gone. Elias' room is blue so we are going with an olive green color for Micah.
-Elias and I found some great things for Micah's room at Hobby Lobby. It was all on sale so I got $50 worth of wall decorations for only $25! They are so cute! Micah will get all of Elias' baby furniture and bedding, but I want his room to look somewhat different with new decorations and paint.
-I even cleaned out my closet and managed to part with a few pairs of shoes that I haven't worn in years. (Why do I find it so hard to get rid of shoes?).
That is pretty good progress for one day! I am itching to get all of Elias' old clothes out of the attic, but Micah's closet and room needs a little more clearing up. I guess that can wait for another day.
Now to change the subject. I haven't updated lately about Elias' potty training progress. Well the kid has been 100% potty trained since about day 2 when it comes to peeing. This past week he even woke up most mornings with his diaper completely dry! We have still been putting a diaper on him because night training is not something we have focused on. It looks like he will have that down very soon. However, I must admit that pooping is not going quite as well. He only poops on the potty about once a week. He just HATES to do it on the potty. We have tried a couple of things, but nothing is working. We are not really pushing him (yet) because I know that it takes time. I am hoping that in a few more weeks he will figure out that pooping on the potty is much better than going in his underwear!
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
The Results Are In
Today was the big day. We found out (for sure) that we are indeed having a PERFECTLY HEALTHY baby BOY! I am so relieved to know for sure. Now I can proceed with planning and nesting. We are (of course) extremely excited about this new little boy. Being in a house filled with boys is nothing new to me. I grew up with 3 brothers, and quickly learned that there are great advantages to being the only girl. I have always thought I would have a couple of boys of my own! We are thankful and proud to announce that Micah Thomas Garcia is due to arrive around September 29! Now I must go pick out paint for his room.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Must! Wear! Maternity! Pants!
It's been awhile, so this could be long!
Here I am almost 19 weeks pregnant, and I have held onto my regular pants for as long as I comfortably could, but the time has come to resign some of them to the closet for a few (hopefully only a few) months. I can still wear most of my jeans due to a great little product I found at Target called the Bee Band. However even with this great little invention I feel as if I am suffocating my child every time I sit down!
At first I thought this pregnancy was EXACTLY like my last one, but it is turning out to be quite different. I am STILL throwing up a few times a week and feeling rather nauseous in the mornings. Last time I was over that phase by 12 weeks. I am also already feeling VERY uncomfortable and not sleeping well. Gus has even been sleeping in the guest room some nights because I move around so much and use so many pillows. (Don't worry, this is only so we can both sleep better. I am still head-over-heels in love with him, but we need good sleep.) With my first pregnancy I did not mind the way my body expanded and changed. I actually thought I looked pretty cute with my basketball belly. This time I feel HUGE and really don't like the way I look or the way any clothes look on me.
However, despite all of these complaints Gus and I already adore this little baby and can't wait to meet him. Sometimes I get wary in my discomfort and sickness and then I feel a little kick or movement and all the complaints are replaced with joy. It is so amazing how those little movements take me by surprise and get my attention every time. I do truly LOVE that part. Thankfully I am starting to feel them more each day. I can't wait until Gus and Elias can feel the baby move. On Wednesday we will have another ultrasound to confirm our suspicions that this is a little boy. We already call him by name and Elias tells everyone that he is having a "baby brudda".
To wrap things up I can only say that God is good and He has blessed me immensely! My husband is amazing (I could seriously go on with a total mushy, gushy post on this point alone.), Elias is such a joy, and this baby is a great unexpected blessing!
Here I am almost 19 weeks pregnant, and I have held onto my regular pants for as long as I comfortably could, but the time has come to resign some of them to the closet for a few (hopefully only a few) months. I can still wear most of my jeans due to a great little product I found at Target called the Bee Band. However even with this great little invention I feel as if I am suffocating my child every time I sit down!
At first I thought this pregnancy was EXACTLY like my last one, but it is turning out to be quite different. I am STILL throwing up a few times a week and feeling rather nauseous in the mornings. Last time I was over that phase by 12 weeks. I am also already feeling VERY uncomfortable and not sleeping well. Gus has even been sleeping in the guest room some nights because I move around so much and use so many pillows. (Don't worry, this is only so we can both sleep better. I am still head-over-heels in love with him, but we need good sleep.) With my first pregnancy I did not mind the way my body expanded and changed. I actually thought I looked pretty cute with my basketball belly. This time I feel HUGE and really don't like the way I look or the way any clothes look on me.
However, despite all of these complaints Gus and I already adore this little baby and can't wait to meet him. Sometimes I get wary in my discomfort and sickness and then I feel a little kick or movement and all the complaints are replaced with joy. It is so amazing how those little movements take me by surprise and get my attention every time. I do truly LOVE that part. Thankfully I am starting to feel them more each day. I can't wait until Gus and Elias can feel the baby move. On Wednesday we will have another ultrasound to confirm our suspicions that this is a little boy. We already call him by name and Elias tells everyone that he is having a "baby brudda".
To wrap things up I can only say that God is good and He has blessed me immensely! My husband is amazing (I could seriously go on with a total mushy, gushy post on this point alone.), Elias is such a joy, and this baby is a great unexpected blessing!
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