A Memorial Day to Remember

Life is precious, life is sweet.
I am so thankful for all our men and women who sacrifice/d their lives for our freedom. I can't imagine what it is like day in and day out. I never want to see the front lines. I feel for the families who rarely see their heroes and cry for the ones who never will again. I commend the wives who hold down the fort and remain so brave for their family.
We celebrated, remembered, and honored at home yesterday. Nothing big. Just the 3 of us outside for as long as we could stand it at least. Ryan cooked a brisket, which as I am writing this remembered I never took a picture of his hard work. :( He was disappointed in it (it was a little dry). I felt so bad for him, he worked all through the night to make sure it would be just right. Trial and Error. This was only his 2nd one to ever do! I know my man will get it!
Here are a few pics from our day!

Coconut Oil

If you don't know about this product...

YOU.ARE.MISSING.OUT
It is amazing for so many reasons! I use it as my moisturizer, skin care, hair care, and to shave with! The possibilities are endless. I use it in the shower all over (plus as my shaving cream) and it leaves my skin feeling so AMAZING. If I feel I want a little more moisture I lather it on as my lotion (it is a little oil at first but dries quickly). If my hair is in need of a little oil treatment I rub it all in my hair, throw on a shower cap for 30 mins, wash out and repeat in a couple of weeks! Now, after researching, I also use it as my face wash. I use it in the morning either just in the sink or shower and it acts as my moisturizer before make-up. And then again at night, however, I still use Aveeno to get my make-up off, but then I mix the coconut oil with baking soda until it makes a paste, rub that all over and wipe with a warm rag! I'm telling you this is a versatile product (you can even cook with it and it's much healthier), money saver, and so good for your body!

You're welcome ! :)

Long time coming...

It has been almost a year since I've blogged...and SO much has changed! We now have a toddler. A new temporary residency. I am currently not teaching. Ryan got a promotion! We're working on getting completely out of debt. We are extremely busy all the time it seems! There are so many more things in the works for us! I'll reveal in time.

What's been going on in your world?

3 Months

Aubree Kate-

There are no words to describe the joy you bring us each and every day. You are now 3 months old. You sleep from 10 till 6 or 7 a.m. You talk non stop. It's so cute when you lay on your changing table. You get your mouth moving but wait for me to initate the conversation. You do better with tummy time and are getting really strong because of it. You scoot your legs when you figure out your arms we'll be in trouble. You love your wub-a-nubs! Soon you will know how to get it in your mouth! Sometimes you have bad dreams when your napping, I don't like and you don't either. You love your hands and now your feet! You are growing up way to fast!

3 years

3 years ago I said I do to the most wonderful man. Time has flown by! We are enjoying our new addition and trying to get creative with ways to spend time together. We are venturing out this weekend to San Antonio for a one night get-a-way! Life is not always perfect, but like one of my favorite songs says "God gave me you for the ups and downs". I love you honey! I am looking forward to many more years! Happy Anniversary!

2 months

At two months of age Aubree Kate weighs almost 12 lbs. She loves to kick her feet on the couch, activity mat, your stomach, wherever she can. She really hates tummy time. She sleeps in her own room and sleeps from 10-6ish. She smiles, laughs, and talks. She knows when her diaper is getting changed it's time to have a conversation. She looks at you with her mouth open and ready to tell you how her day is going, she just waits for you to ask. She has had her first sickness where her fever reached 104 and she was not a happy baby. She has been kept by her grandma (name still in progress), her mimi, her Auntie E, and Miss Jill. She loves being outside, the breeze is so relaxing to her. She follows you as you walk around her and is really interested in new faces and noises. She occassionally fussy mainly just when her tummy hurts (who can blame her!)
She is growing up so fast! We are so in love and so blessed!

Momma said there'd be days like this:

-when you change yourself 3 times a day because your sweet baby has pooped or spit up all over you
-when you change your daughter the same amount of times for the same reasons
-when you'd do 3 loads of laundry a day for 3 people
-when your child would get her first sickness and you would be a nervous wreck
-when no matter what you do your baby will still fuss for no reason at some point throughout the day
-when your angel will look at you with her beautiful eyes and smile because she knows it is you
-when you'd have to let go a little at a time
-when people would be mean just because
-when you'd go 3 days without a shower because you can't catch a break
-when you'd look up and see how fast time really does pass you by
-when you'd have to forgive when you really really don't want to
-when you forget to feed yourself because you're to busy feeding your baby and husband
-when you'd just stare at your child and tell her how beautiful and special she is
-when you'd still wake up during the night while your baby sleeps through it
-when you'd realize how important date nights are
-when you learn what sacrifice and selflessness really mean
-when you'd realize what life is really all about and no matter how crazy things get you are thankful for everything God has blessed you with!