Brendan took this of Bradley :P
Our future baseball star
Bradley is definatly a Texas, he is not a fan of the snow.
Breathing treatments :(
Brady and the "snowman"
My new favorite pic of these 2!
Friday, February 19, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Did you know???
Did you know that Sodium Polyacrylate is the chemical used to absorb in disposable diapers? Some facts about Sodium Polyacrylate:
- was banned from tampon in 1985 because of it's link to Toxic Shock Syndrome
- has killed children after ingesting only 5 grams of it
There was also a study done proving that disposable diapers contain small dosages of Dioxin and Dioxin is a chemical that can cause cancer & infertility in males!!
Disposable diapers represent 30% of non-biodegradable waste in landfills. Each baby diapered with disposables contributes to about 1 ton of garbage if they are diapers for an average of 2 years. One ton is a lot of garabage that will be around for years and years and years in a landfill.
So, if you decided to use cloth or disposables, all I ask is that you do your research and make the best choice for the most precious thing you will ever receive, your baby!
- was banned from tampon in 1985 because of it's link to Toxic Shock Syndrome
- has killed children after ingesting only 5 grams of it
There was also a study done proving that disposable diapers contain small dosages of Dioxin and Dioxin is a chemical that can cause cancer & infertility in males!!
Disposable diapers represent 30% of non-biodegradable waste in landfills. Each baby diapered with disposables contributes to about 1 ton of garbage if they are diapers for an average of 2 years. One ton is a lot of garabage that will be around for years and years and years in a landfill.
So, if you decided to use cloth or disposables, all I ask is that you do your research and make the best choice for the most precious thing you will ever receive, your baby!
Monday, February 8, 2010
Allergies. Blah.
I am so tired of whatever the weather is doing. First, my hair, ugh. Its so nasty in this weather, and I need a haircut!!! Then, Bradley, Brady and I all have stuffy noses, then runny noses, then itchy throat, you know the drill. Its soo annoying. I think Brendan is starting to not feel good either..I have tried benadryl, day quil, and Claritin. Does anyone know of something that will work?!?!?!
Friday, February 5, 2010
I've had my moments
There are times in life that something as simple as a song can completly change your life. Today, I experienced this. I have heard this song a million times, and I always love it. It always gives me chills, but today, it was differant. It touched me in a way that it never had. And I realized in my life, I've had my moments.
The song: Moments
The artist: Emerson Drive
The lyrics: "I've had my moments, days in the sun. Moments, I was second to none. Moments, when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do. Like the day I walked away from the wine for a woman who became my wife. And a love that, when it was right, could always see me through. Looking at me now you might not know it, but I've had my moments."
The impact: I am nearing 30 and I finally have grown enough confidence to say that I have had my moments. Moments that I am proud of.
1. The day I delivered my first son. This, by far was the most accomplished moment in my life. 14 hours. Out came the most beautiful thing I had ever seen in my life. Brendan Michael.
2. The day I married my best friend. That day, June 10th, 2005 was the most amazing day. I knew that I was with the man that I would grow grey hair with. That day, I had comfort that I would always be protected. I knew that Brad would provide (in way more ways then financial).
3. The day I delivered Bradley James. I felt everything. I got to the hospital at 6-7 cm.
4. The day we purchased our first new furnature. There was something about this day that made me very proud.
5. The day we planned a pregnancy :)
6. The day I delivered my last son, Brady Paul.
7. The day I sucessfully nursed my first baby.
8. The day we paid off our first car.
9. The day my son got Olympian of the month.
10. The day I took the trash to the curb myself :)
These are a few of the moments that I am proud of!
The song: Moments
The artist: Emerson Drive
The lyrics: "I've had my moments, days in the sun. Moments, I was second to none. Moments, when I knew I did what I thought I couldn't do. Like the day I walked away from the wine for a woman who became my wife. And a love that, when it was right, could always see me through. Looking at me now you might not know it, but I've had my moments."
The impact: I am nearing 30 and I finally have grown enough confidence to say that I have had my moments. Moments that I am proud of.
1. The day I delivered my first son. This, by far was the most accomplished moment in my life. 14 hours. Out came the most beautiful thing I had ever seen in my life. Brendan Michael.
2. The day I married my best friend. That day, June 10th, 2005 was the most amazing day. I knew that I was with the man that I would grow grey hair with. That day, I had comfort that I would always be protected. I knew that Brad would provide (in way more ways then financial).
3. The day I delivered Bradley James. I felt everything. I got to the hospital at 6-7 cm.
4. The day we purchased our first new furnature. There was something about this day that made me very proud.
5. The day we planned a pregnancy :)
6. The day I delivered my last son, Brady Paul.
7. The day I sucessfully nursed my first baby.
8. The day we paid off our first car.
9. The day my son got Olympian of the month.
10. The day I took the trash to the curb myself :)
These are a few of the moments that I am proud of!
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Easiest meal EVER!
I am a big fan of cheap, easy, simple, good meals. And I like the crockpot too! Today, I am sharing a meal that is super duper simple and can feed a family of 6 three nights!
First, pinto beans. The kind in the bag that is like 39 cents or something. I soak them in water overnight. Then rinse them, and throw them in the crockpot on low for 12 hours. A salt and pepper them and add water to cover the beans. That's it!
Then, the culprits for my scrumptious cornbread (yes, I am a southerner and I love my corncake sweet!)
I use 2 boxes and add everything on the handy dandy Jiffy box (x's 2) and then I drain a can of cream corn and throw in!
Viola! Amazing easy meal!! ~and yes, I always use a pink bowl!
First, pinto beans. The kind in the bag that is like 39 cents or something. I soak them in water overnight. Then rinse them, and throw them in the crockpot on low for 12 hours. A salt and pepper them and add water to cover the beans. That's it!
Then, the culprits for my scrumptious cornbread (yes, I am a southerner and I love my corncake sweet!)
I use 2 boxes and add everything on the handy dandy Jiffy box (x's 2) and then I drain a can of cream corn and throw in!
Viola! Amazing easy meal!! ~and yes, I always use a pink bowl!
Big papa
This morning as I was packing Brendan's lunch I decided I would look at his journal entry from yesterday. He does this for school. They just write 4 or 5 sentences about their day, or sometimes I give him a subject to write about. It's not a grade, but it encourages them to write. I started to read it, and the tears started filling my eyes:
It reads: "My dad was gone all day. I was sad. My dad came home. I was happy. I played outside."
Now, if that doesn't tug at your heartstrings, let me tell you why it tugs mine. I know it sounds cliche, but any man can be a father, it takes a real man to be a Daddy. A man that plays catch with his son, a man that goes to Dads and Donuts, a man that let's his 7 year old crawl in bed when he's had a nightmare. This is a real man. I realize today more than ever, how lucky Brendan and I are. Brad has changed both of our lives in more ways than I can even express on this blog. He has grown into the *best* father in the world. He sincerely wants his kiddos to know that they are loved. And this, I am thankful for!
It reads: "My dad was gone all day. I was sad. My dad came home. I was happy. I played outside."Now, if that doesn't tug at your heartstrings, let me tell you why it tugs mine. I know it sounds cliche, but any man can be a father, it takes a real man to be a Daddy. A man that plays catch with his son, a man that goes to Dads and Donuts, a man that let's his 7 year old crawl in bed when he's had a nightmare. This is a real man. I realize today more than ever, how lucky Brendan and I are. Brad has changed both of our lives in more ways than I can even express on this blog. He has grown into the *best* father in the world. He sincerely wants his kiddos to know that they are loved. And this, I am thankful for!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
