He's Here!

Soooo I suck at blogging. But who cares? Baby pictures make it all better!
Benjamin was born on July 5th at 7:58 am. He weighed 8 lbs 7 oz and is getting bigger everyday.

My water broke around 8:30 pm on the 4th, I went to the hospital about an hour later and it was on. I had a horrible delivery with my first little boy so I had been praying this entire pregnancy for a smoother delivery. God works in mysterious ways. This birth was so amazing. I had an awesome nurse, doctor, and 3 awesome coaches.

Ben is such a sweet baby. He looks exactly like Jackson except for his flaming RED hair, we have no idea where that came from.

Hope all is well with you!

Well Hello There...

Okay its been forever. This is just a quick update, here goes nothing....

-I am now 6.75 months pregnant. Woo Hoo!! I stopped throwing up about 2 weeks ago and feel great. With Jackson I threw up the entire time... even during labor. Ugh!! :)

- I am still coaching softball and will be for another month or so.. I love the girls but the long drive and even longer hours are starting to make me complain a lot..

-Jackson turned 3 on March 8th and is doing well. He starts Pre-school in June and is super excited. Its only a few days a week, but I am going to miss my little sidekick.

- Baby Boy #2 will be here sometme in July. I still can't commit to a name, there are only two names that I really love so I think I'll just wait until he gets here and then decide.

- I am going to see No Doubt in May and Dave Matthews in August. I am pumped!!

-My hair will be blonde again on May 11th. I can't wait!! I dont know what I was thinking with this dark brown...

I think that's everything for now. Hope all is well with my handful of readers!!!

25 Random Things

1. I hate watching TV

2. I do not like talking on the phone

3. I have unlimited text messaging and abuse it!!!

4. My hair changes in dramatic fashion every 6 weeks

5. I live in Clovis, Ca and love it!!

6. I went to college on an athletic scholarship

7. I am not athletic at all!

8. I love doing laundry

9. I remember everything, events, places, songs, phone numbers...

10. But I am HORRIBLE at names...

11. I read a lot.. mostly 2 books at the same time

12. I have a twin brother and he is my best friend

13. I also have 2 sisters. My siblings and I all live about a mile away from my parents.

14. Mascara everyday no matter what

15. I love to tan and to be tan... but not anymore. I think I found a wrinkle the other day...

16. People call my husband Hot Guy..

17. I have 5 really close girlfriends and I think that's all you really need in life

18. I am always 15 minutes early.. Always

19. I talk to my mom or see her everyday

20. I have an almost 3 year old son and another baby on the way

21. My son Jackson's name comes from my favorite movie.

22. I really love myself and am comfortable in my own skin. That makes me pretty happy.

23. I have 3 dogs, a cat, about 8 fish, a little boy, and a husband.... All BOYS!

24. I have never done drugs or even smoked a cigarette. I do enjoy a good cocktail though.

25. My husband is the smartest person I know.. Really.

Peace Out 2008!!

I am a horrible blogger. It's been 3 months! Life has been super busy around here, the holidays have come and gone and now life can finally get back to normal. Kinda....

In October we learned that we are expecting baby number 2. While I am super excited to hold, love on, and sniff another child that looks exactly like my gorgeous husband, I'm not so excited about the all day sickness that comes along with such a gift. I have been fighting through it pretty well, some days are better than others.

Jackson will be 3 in March and he is pretty much the smartest kid I've ever met. He is so funny and witty and loving. He is constantly telling me that he loves me and how pretty I am. How did I get so lucky? He knows his ABC's and most numbers from 1-20. His language skills are out of control and he remembers EVERYTHING..This is not always a good thing. He loves pretty much any port and has recently become interested in cars and trains.

That's all for now.. I promise to update more often...Really.

Seems like just yesterday...

Today is my husband Josh and I's 5th wedding anniversary.. I hate to get all mushy on you, but I am so truly blessed. Eveyday he does something that makes me love him even more.

Mountain Vacation

For the last 7 days I have been in the high sierras enjoying a little R&R. Well, as much rest and relaxation that comes with chasing a 2 year old around a lake, a stream, and several ducks. Not exactly relaxing, but fun. We spent many days walking around exploring different trails, feeding ducks and fish, spotting deer and hearing very scary stories about the bears that enter the campground after dark.

We spent our vacation at Silver Lake Resort. It's a place that I have been going to since I was born. Its a very special place for my family. My brother and I spent many summers riding bikes, fishing, and exploring. Its a tradition that I hope to keep alive with my own family. So far I have been successful. My husband loves camping and fishing and Jackson's first trip was when he was just 6 weeks old. What we do however does not exactly count as 'camping' per say. We own a travel trailer with a full bathroom, queen size bed, tv, and a killer sound system. I am spoiled.

On our last day at Silver Lake my mom, sister-in-law, brother and I decided to go for a hike. I am athletic and in pretty good shape but was no where near ready for what I went through that fateful morning. Oh My Goodness! I swear Laura (SIL) and I were near death several times. It's hard for me to breathe good anyways at the high elevation just walking can be hard sometimes, but climbing 2.1 miles and going up 12oo feet in elevation.. Oh dear God!

Needless to say, I survived! We are all now back home safe and sound, ready to get back to normal.

Bad Kitty

Meet my nemesis Trot.

About 3 years ago when Josh and I were in negotiations as to when we would have a child, I decided that I wanted a cat. I wanted something to cuddle up in my lap and love on me at the end of a hard day.

A few days later when we went to the pet store to pick up some dog food, I noticed that it was adoption day and saw all of the cute little kittens snoozing away in their little cages. I HAD. TO. HAVE. ONE. I have no idea why either. I had never been a cat person. Honestly I thought that they were kinda moody and evil. The worst feeling in the world, according to me, is when a cat rubs against your leg.. ugh!

So anyways, as I stared into the cages I noticed a tabby that seemed pretty cool. The adoption worker noted that the tabby was more playful and the other cats were pretty lazy. Of course I wanted the more playful kitten, who wouldn't? This was my first mistake. We brought Trot home that night and of course I promptly came down with the flu. It was only a sign of things to come.

To put it nicely Trot and I have learned to co-exist. Trot LOVES Josh and pretty much wants nothing to do with me. When ever I attempt to walk down the hallway or do anything he is usually trying to claw at the back of my feet or lay down directly in the middle of that path in which I am walking. He spends evenings curled up on Josh's lap loving on him. I guess you could say that I'm resentful. I feed and water Trot, clean his litter box, and also give him special cat snacks. All I get back from him is harassment, and scratches on the back of my legs.