How Rude!!!

The other day, I was having one of those days. My Grandpa had been in the hospital for over a month straight, my step-dad, Steve had fallen off the lift of his truck and shattered his knees, broke his arm, the other wrist, and is pretty much in a body cast. I was stressed from being over 300 miles away from everyone, unable to help my family. They have been there for me through so much, I only wish I could do more for them.
I was struggling to get Sydney out of the car, and into her stroller. I dropped my wallet and everything fell out! All I needed was some baby formula from Costco, and I could be well on my way back home. As I was attempting to get in line to check out, a man and his family were blocking me from walking any further. I spoke up, saying "excuse me, please". Nothing. Again, "excuse me, please"! NOTHING! Given, he didn't hear me, but I started to proceed in the teeny tiny space to inch my way forward. I looked up at him, and said, "excuse me sir, thank you." As I started walking away from him, he blurts out this remark... "Well, if she would have had some consideration for others and had just said excuse me, I would have gladly moved!" It was very clear he said it loud enough so I could hear, so to finish our lovely conversation I turned my head to look at him and said "I did sir, sorry you couldn't hear me."
I only wish we could give others the benefit of the doubt more freely. Why does it matter if they forget to turn on their blinker when driving, or if someone bumps into us? Why do we care so much what others do? I was so proud of myself... for standing up to a complete stranger like that. It's totally unlike me. If any of you know me, you might think I am exaggerating. But, I promise! I actually said it!

Update of this and that... plus more!

Life has been a blur of different colors the past few months. Sydney has made time pass quickly and surprises us with each milestone she surpasses. She is babbling with noises, laughing constantly, and loves people. She loves meeting new people and making friends.

It has been wild crazy busy, and that's why there have been minimal to no posts made recently! But, I will try a little harder to get things on the blog as soon as possible!

This month has been filled with worry, happiness and surprises. From Grandpa Smith getting admitted to the hospital for over 4 weeks, to Steve breaking every bone in his body (practically), and then to Sydney having an audition for baby modeling this week! Whirlwind! PLEASE rememer them both in prayers! They need all the help they can get!

I have got to run, but that is the skim milk version of what has been happening! Remember to never take anyone for granted and to lways be grateful for what you have.

Sydney's 1st sunday!

She did great at church! Sydney was going through a growth spurt so she was hungry about 2 of the 3 hours! I spent most of church inside the mother's lounge talking to other new moms! It was a new experience sitting in one of the chairs, holding my daughter and listening to the speakers. I cannot wait till next Sunday. All in all, Sydney did terrific!

Easter time!

Sydney loved Easter! We decorated eggs, celebrated the resurrection of Jesus Christ and just had fun! The Easter bunny even left tracks throughout the house!

Easter is my favorite holiday. It's a time for love, reflection, strength, and growth. The real reason for Easter is not just about the coloring of eggs or a new dress. It is when our Savior made it possible for all of us who come to Earth to return to our Father in Heaven. He loves us, so He sent His son to die for us. When Christ was on the cross, he asked in prayer for Heavenly Father to forgive those who killed him. Let us all remember we are all children of God. We are forgiven many times through out our lives. I am going to try to be more forgiving towards others and love more often! Happy Easter!!!

Our precious moments!

Our bay girl arrived on February 28, 2010! I went to my doctor the previous Monday with the idea of pleading with her and manipulating my way to get the baby out of me. I had been to the hospital 3 times with incredibly strong contractions, but my body would not dilate. I was frustrated and irritated that I was in labor for about 2 weeks without any results. Thank goodness my doctor is incredible and sympathetic towards me. She told me she would induce me on Sunday morning at 2 am at Southern Hills Hospital! I was ecstatic! I couldn't wait to hold my little girl and finally meet her! I still cried on our way out of the office to the car. I was in so much pain. I just wanted to be done! Mentally I was done about 8 months before!

That last week was long, but my mom came up to help us prepare to get ready! When Sunday morning came, Chris drove home from work and loaded up our car. I had my huge water bottle in hand and was still having regular, strong contractions about 5 minutes apart. I was dilated at 3.5 when we first arrived at the hospital. My whole family minus Dad, Nat and Grandparents came up and had arrived in Vegas right before I needed to go check in. They were planning on meeting us at the hospital in a few hours after I had gone through most of the labor.

The nurses were terrific. My labor and delivery nurse was Janet. She was also our birthing class instructor. I felt incredibly comfortable with her.

Janet put the i.v. in my right hand, got the monitor hooked up and kept me pretty calm... until I started really feeling the contractions. At around 8 am, she told me I was about a 7 and if I wanted an epi I would need it at that point since the anesthesiologist would be m.i.a. starting at 9 am. I decided to get the epi and was so glad with that decision. After, right after 11 am, I started to push and after less than 10 pushes, Sydney joined our family at 11:38 am. She was a whoopin 6lb 4oz and 18 inches long! She was so beautiful!

Everyone came into the room. Chris and I had amazing emotions we had never previously experianced. Benselee, Amilynne, and Jennifer witnessed Syd's arrival! It was beautiful! We left the hospital Tuesday afternoon!

Patience is a virtue, a little more wouldn't hurt me!

Well, well, well!

We finally finished the little girl's room! I have been trying to figure out the best way to use these letters Jennifer made us that say Sydney. I knew I wanted to have a mixed theme for the nursery and struggled with it for a while. We finally thought of some interesting ways to combine "Thank heaven for little girls", and "constellations". I really liked the idea of Sydney being our bright star, but this was hard to put together! All the girls in my family got the creative gene, but not me! So any feedback would be great! Positive AND negative! The letters are hung behind the crib in case they fall.

I am so incredibly excited for Sydney to come! I am out walking the mall and stores each night while Chris is at work. I am trying so hard to not get too frustrated with myself and just let things happen when they happen. Today we had our last fetal monitering appointment and it went great! Little Sydney is weighing in at approximately 5lb, 13oz! She is still in the lower-normal range for weight, despite my gestational diabetes. I am so blessed to have had such great doctors here in Vegas. That was another great concern for me without having my Mom close by. She has helped me immensely through countless phone calls of crying and stress! I don't know what I would do without my phone to talk to her so much!

Chris has put up with a good amount of sensitivity as well. Bless his heart, but I am more in love with him today than I was the day we were married. He helps me stay calm in so many ways and is such a reassurance that everything will be okay! I am so ecstatic about our little family starting such an amazing journey! Life is just incredible!

Pregnancy news!

A 4 pound, tiny, heavenly angel is growing rapidly inside of me. A few weeks ago, Chris and I gained some confusing news and it had me a little in a panic. I failed 2 glucose tests which they give to women around week 28 in order to check how the placenta is handling simple sugars. I had a difficult time trying to get any straight answers from a few different doctors which had gone home for the weekend. I went home and started looking for answers off the internet. I knew this was not the best route to go, but it was all I could think of. Of course, I found much to worry about! Today was a different story and I am feeling much more relaxed about being diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I have truly tried to rely on prayer and family, finding comfort in both. Today, I was relieved to hear that Sydney does not seem to being affected by the diabetes. None whatsoever! She is even under weight in the 20th percentile. I am still checking my blood sugar levels 4 times a day and am watching my diet with a new attitude. Not much longer until she comes and blesses our small family with her smile and laughter!