Time is seriously going by way too quickly. The weeks go by like days, and months like weeks. It is an exciting time of life.
I remember before I got pregnant, how my friends would get pregnant and blog/facebook about it all the time. I used to wonder what all the fuss was about. I mean, women get pregnant and have babies all over the world, why is it so different when you are the one who is pregnant? And what makes your experience so unique from every one else's? Well, I have decided it is exciting and unique because it is you, and it is something you've never experienced before. And, I think every pregnancy is a little bit different. So, it is fun to read and learn about the similiarities and differences between each of us.
As I write this, I keep thinking about how pregnancy is pretty much all I talk about any more. It is weird how life changes, and as you become pregnant, you prepare to be a mom and your whole perspective on life changes.
I really hope I am not boring anyone out there with my pregnancy posts. If you haven't been pregnant, just wait...you'll do the same thing someday...and you'll laugh at yourself with being so obsessed with your baby before he/she even gets here.
I got Ted the xoxo mug with teddy bear inside it, chocolates, and a card.
We got my mom and Steve chocolates, then my mom flowers on V-Day.
For Adam and Morgan, we gave them chocolates too.
For Ted's mom, we got her roses.
For Ted's little sister, Elisabeth, we got some daisies (her favorite).
My mom and Steve were very generous to us! They gave us tickets to Bar J Wranglers and an Olive Garden Gift Certificate for a V-Day date night. Then, they also gave us sugar cookies, chocolates, and a card. So sweet!
Adam and Morgan gave us some sugar cookies too. I ate all 4 of them in 2 days. Oops...
We really like Valentine's, because it is one of those holidays a lot of people over look. But we feel like it is a day to spread love, and we have a lot of love to give. :)
Olive Garden was packed on Valentine's Night. Luckily, Ted and I decided to sit at the bar so we could get in and out faster, without the 45 minute wait. It was very interesting and fun to watch the bar tenders and see how many different types of drinks they make. They are very busy! It would be a demanding job. We were making jokes at how we were going to sit at the bar once our little boy gets here. I told Ted it might be hard balancing a baby on my hip and having drinks made in front of me, so we will have to get our bar eating days out of our system before the little guy gets here.
Funny thing, I sat in a bar and waited for Ted and Zach (Ted's brother), while they snowboarded at Targhee this Friday. I can't believe how many different nationalities of people there were there. People from all walks of life gather to good old Alta, Wyoming to enjoy some fresh powder. I like being around people who are different than me. I admire how each one of us are unique and have our own strengths and attributes to share with the world.
Well, we got some exciting callings in our ward. Ted got put in as a Elder's Quorum teacher. He is super excited, and loves to teach. I got put in as Mia Maid Advisor. I love being back in the young women's. This summer and fall was a great break, but it feels awesome to be back with the girls, and to feel their strong spirits and testimonies grow. It is different being with the Mia Maids than it is the Beehives. Beehives have so much energy, and the Mia Maids are more mature and poised. It is fun. Our ward has gotten some new girls, which is super exciting! Can't wait to get to know them better! I feel so blessed and humbled to be called to serve with the youth of the church. They are truly an inspiration and give me hope for a better, brighter future.
As for Adam and Morgan, they got some fun callings. Adam is the Elder's Quorum 1st Counselor, and Morgan is the Primary President. They both will do an amazing job! Adam does well with leadership, and even though he doesn't seek to be in leadership positions, he does great when he's there. Morgan is a natural leader, and will rise under the responsibility of being the Primary President.
Steve is getting put in as Music Correlator in our ward. He will do extremely well with that calling, especially since he has so many years of musical experience and knows where the talent is in our ward.
They shook up the whole ward since we've been back (2 months), and changed most of the presidencies. It is always exciting to see who they put in and how things change, grow, and work out.
I am excited for this week! We made a bucket list of things we want to do and then posted it on our fridge last week. So far we've done quite a few. We are going to keep track of what we do, and how many times we do them so that we know what we enjoy the most. We usually don't play games, but we went into town and bought a couple games the other night. It was so much fun playing them. Of course, Ted won the games. He usually does, but it is still a blast!
I am so glad I have such an incredible husband who is always willing to spice things up in our marriage when we get in a rut. Even if that means writing a "Bucket List". I hope we get to check off another thing on our list tonight. Family Home Evening Night is usually a good night to do something spontaneous and fun!
On Wednesday, we have a baby doctor appointment. I am going to be 22 weeks along that day, and they are going to be doing the major ultra-sound, etc. to check the baby. Hoping everything goes well, and we get a clean bill of health. Wish us luck!
Maybe you can make a bucket list with your spouse, or by yourself (if you are single), and post it on your fridge. Try to do at least one activity, or accomplish one task each week. We did things as simple as: install water softener, go to museum, walk around Jensen's Grove, make a treat together, plan and stick to a budget, visit our Arizona family and friends, and such. It's easy, fun, and helps to keep marriage a little more interesting than the everyday routine. Maybe you're not like us, and don't get in ruts. But if you do, this really helps.
Have a great week! Remember to smile! A smile a day keeps the doctor away! And we all want that!
2 comments:
Oh my gosh I completely agree about becoming consumed with pregnancy talk once it happens to you. It really is such a life changing event, so keep blogging about it and don't feel bad cause there is no shame in sharing your happiness!! :D Plus I like hearing how y'all are doing!
Hi, Kaylee! It's fun hearing about your updates--glad you're doing well. How fun that your belly is growing. :) You look great!
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