My Little Princess

I absolutely, positively, catagorically, conclusivley, indisputably LOVE this little lady! She is so amazing, smart, AND kind! I could not have asked for a better big sister to her little sister. She is an awesome helper and is (almost) always willing to help me out with whatever I need her to do. I am beyond thrilled that she is a part of my family FOREVER!!! 

I love you, my little Princess!!!

I may be a little biased, but isn’t she beautiful?

We {Heart} You!

We {heart} you!!!

Addison has wanted her hair heart shaped for a while now. I finally had a friend show me how to do it {thanks Briar!} and it turned out great! It is now the most popular hairstyle in our house. 

Appendicitis

Graphic photos below, so look at your own risk!

A couple of weeks ago, I was able to enjoy a little mini-vaca. Okay, to say that I enjoyed it is a stretch. It is even more of a stretch to think it was a mini-vaca. There was nothing enjoyable or relaxing about being rushed to the ER with massive stomach cramps, only to find out (after sitting in the emergency room for an hour and a half) to find out that I need to have surgery that night because I have acute appendicitis. 

Okay, truth betold, they told me that I was suffering from a mild appendicitis while I was waiting to be taken back for surgery. It was only after my surgery that they said that it was more acute than they thought and that it was a good thing I came in when I did. Apparently, the appendix is roughly three-quarters of an inch to an inch long. Mine was nearly 6 inches, inflammed and resting on top of my bladder. (You don't want to know how I know about that bladder part. Let's just say that there was some post-op uncomfortability.)

Randy was a huge help during the recovery process. Not only did he keep my Junior Mint craving fully stocked, but he is really the best daddy to our little girls. I thought that by the time I was up and moving around, Paige and Addison would forget who I was. They had so much fun with daddy that, I believe, they secretly hoped I would be on bedrest for longer than I was. 

While I was in the hospital recovery my belly button was hurting so bad and at one point after taking a stroll around the hospital floor, I thought I had popped at "stitch". The nurses and doctor kept reassuring me that my "stitches" were fine. Boy was I surprised when I took my bandages off at home to find these little babies in my abdomen. Honestly, I gagged a little. I had Frankenstein's stomach! Haha! Let's just say you won't find me in a bikini anytime soon! 

It has been two weeks since my little "mini-vaca" and I am still sore, but I am trying to stay positive with the knowledge that I will never, ever, EVER have to deal with my appendix again!

I want to thank every one for their well wishes, help, and nightly meals for making this recovery easier. It is nice knowing that I can count on people in mine and my family's time of need. THANK YOU!!!

(Again, sorry about the graphic images. They are on here more for me than they are for you!)

Something New

Addi asked for something “new” to eat. When asked what that “new” food might be, she said she wanted French toast. Her daddy and I happily obliged her. (It isn’t something we make too often in our home since it isn’t something she’s liked eating in the past. And no, it wasn’t technically a “new” food since she’s eaten it before.) Addi ate her French toast okay. I can’t exactly say that she loved it, but she ate enough to warrent her a glass of chocolate milk. :)

Silly Girl

My sweet little Paigey Paige thought she was so darn funny climbing into my bed. She couldn’t keep from laughing at herself. I couldn’t keep from smiling at her sweet smile (behind that binkie)!

Bathtime fun!

As I was putting dirty clothes in the laundry, I hear "Mom! Mom! Mom! You gotta see this!" from the bathroom. Apparently Addison was doing Paige's hair.

I love that these girls love each other!

New Blog Rant

I have debated for quite a while now about doing this blog. I have a love/hate feeling for blogs. I feel that blogs that are used for personal use are just that, personal. I hardly will ever look at someones personal blog and not leave a comment. I feel to do so is a little like voyeurism. That person is allowing you a glimpse into their life and you don't even have the audacity to leave a comment. To me, that is like walking into someones home, snooping in their cupboards and closets and walking out without even saying hello. Most of the time, the posts that I post are personal to me and my family. They are little snippets of our lives (mostly my children's lives). I may not be the most eloquent or witty with words, but if you choose to look at this blog, I would ask that you please leave a comment as I would like to know who is looking in my cupboards and closets.

Sincerely,

Jen