Finally...a break! My first one of the day, in fact. Woke up bright and early this morning, fed the kids their breakfast, changed diapers, got everyone dressed and headed towards downtown. We were all ready with our library card ready to check out some books for summer reading and a few movies, of course. But, alas, we get there only to find out that the library doesn't open until 10. I was caught slightly off guard as most of the other Roanoke Valley libraries open between 8:30am and 9am. But, it turned out to be a magnificent morning because we arrived just as Daddy was taking his morning break.
The kids in tow, we utilized our newest skill of "looking both ways before we cross the road" and managed to make it to Mill Mountain without a hitch. We grabbed a cheese danish, some water, and the kids a Capri Sun and sat down to take a short break. Because, it's no easy task walking two children across downtown Roanoke. The morning was so pleasant, though. Right around 70 degrees with a cool breeze blowing, and getting to see my amazing husband...WOW! I couldn't have asked for a better start to the day. :-)
Afterwards, we headed back to the car and gave Daddy hugs and kisses goodbye...which made me a bit sad. I was even contemplating kidnapping him for the day but decided we probably needed the paycheck so our kids could eat, lol. Our next stop was at Wasena Park for some much needed time to burn off energy. The kids had a blast until "that kid" showed up. Yes, the one whose parents are absentee except when they're screaming obscenities at them, with no regard whatsoever to what their child is doing...like shoving my baby girl down and sitting on her; or pushing Noah off the steps. Grrrrr...nothing gets my blood boiling more than a bully (except maybe parents who treat their kids like garbage). Although, grant it, it really wasn't the kids fault, obviously.
As soon as we got back home the kids were starting to get tired and cranky so I fed them their lunch and let them play for a couple more hours. I then tried laying them down for their naps but our "lovely" neighbor across the street chose that exact moment to begin blaring their music so loud I had to shut all of the windows...which barely blocked out their obnoxiousness. It took Noah Bug over an hour to fall asleep because of it, but thankfully he finally nodded off into dreamland. Now I'm finally sitting here resting, but not for long. We've got family visiting tonight so I want to make sure the house is clean. So, think I will catch up on last night's shows and get to work. Hope each of you is having an amazing week! God bless you all!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
21 Weeks
I figured it was about time to update my blog with another belly photo. :-) I have grown so much over the past month and it's starting to freak me out a little bit...I can't imagine how big my belly is going to be in another few months. But, since this will more than likely be the last pregnancy, I'm trying to enjoy every second of it. Little Lucas doesn't always make it very easy...his new game is playing "let's jump up and down on Mommy's bladder" which is not only annoying, but painful. I will be very thankful when I'm not running to the bathroom every 30 minutes, which is only made more fun when Noah and Haleigh feel the need to accompany me on every trip to the potty. :-)
This weekend, Hubby and I are indulging in a much needed getaway. My parents will be watching the kids Friday-Sunday and I couldn't be more excited. I can pee without an audience!!!! *grin* But in all seriousness, it will be amazing to sit and relax and listen to silence. And the thought of being able to have an actual conversation with my husband without being interrupted with "Mama" a hundred times is quite pleasant. I love my babies so very much but taking a little break is going to make me such a better Mommy.
Anyways, it's off of here to fix the kids breakfast and watch our first daily episode of Curious George. Hope each of you has a blessed day.
Father's Day Fun
We had a great Father's Day Weekend. We took the kids to Mill Mountain Zoo on Saturday which definitely made for an interesting adventure. Hales was pretty good but when Noah got too tired from walking around, major tantrums ensued. He insisted that Mommy carry him and refused his Daddy even when I tried explaining to him that I was exhausted...because I was carrying him in my arms and baby Lucas in my belly. But, he immediately perked up at the first sign of the "choo" and was nothing but smiles until we fastened him into his carseat; at which point, he fell asleep in about 30 seconds. :-)
Sunday we went to church where Hubby was treated to some Father's Day goodies. We are so thankful to have become a part of this amazing church family. It makes me so proud to see him playing the Daddy role. I know I've said it before, but Noah, Haleigh and Lucas are so blessed to have Caleb as their Dada. :-) And God couldn't have given me a more perfect spouse to share this life with.
Sunday we went to church where Hubby was treated to some Father's Day goodies. We are so thankful to have become a part of this amazing church family. It makes me so proud to see him playing the Daddy role. I know I've said it before, but Noah, Haleigh and Lucas are so blessed to have Caleb as their Dada. :-) And God couldn't have given me a more perfect spouse to share this life with.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Life with the Johnstons
What an absolutely CRAZY week it has been. It started off Monday morning when Caleb came down with a horrible migraine...which lasted until Wednesday night. He has been having severe headaches and migraines for the last several weeks and thinks it has something to do with an issue he is having with his back. So, he is off to the doctor tomorrow to have things checked out. Please pray that it is nothing serious.
Noah and Haleigh seemed to have caught a cold or some type of virus. I was almost asleep last night when I heard Hales crying. When I went in to get her she had a runny nose, was coughing and sneezing like crazy. She cuddled with me in bed for a couple of hours until I finally laid her back down in her own bed after a dose of Benedryl...which I absolutely HATE giving to my kids because it makes them totally out of it. I justified it by telling myself it was in the middle of the night and sleep was really what she needed to get over the illness...whatever it was/is. Well, this morning, I heard Noah start crying and fussing in his room around 6am. I walked in and realized right away he was showing the same symptoms. He was ok other than being irritated that his nose was stopped up, until around noon and then started running a fever. Haleigh slept until 8:30am and then pretty much cried for the rest of the day until she FINALLY let me use saline and suction out her boogies, and took a nap around 3ish. Needless to say, both kids are in bed now and I'm praying for a good night's rest.
I have been doing really well other than normal pregnancy emotions...which are really starting to get on my nerves. I hate crying; let alone crying and having absolutely NO IDEA why I'm doing so. At our last doctor's appointment, we of course found out that we are having a little boy. I also found out that as of 20 weeks, I had gained three pounds. I'm really happy with that number but am trying my hardest to keep total weight gain around 15 pounds; only because I started out at a higher weight than I was hoping. I start my prenatal exercise class at the Green Ridge Rec Center this week and I couldn't be happier. I've really been doing my best to eat well and exercise to keep the extra weight off. Hopefully, God will answer our prayers and bless us with my body doing what its supposed to and going into labor on its own. My doctor isn't a huge supporter of VBAC after 2 c-sections, but we are putting this in God's hands.
Well, it's off of here now to grab a bite to eat. I wasn't able to eat any dinner because Haleigh felt so bad. So, I held her in my arms and spoon fed her...only way the poor thing would eat. :-(
Noah and Haleigh seemed to have caught a cold or some type of virus. I was almost asleep last night when I heard Hales crying. When I went in to get her she had a runny nose, was coughing and sneezing like crazy. She cuddled with me in bed for a couple of hours until I finally laid her back down in her own bed after a dose of Benedryl...which I absolutely HATE giving to my kids because it makes them totally out of it. I justified it by telling myself it was in the middle of the night and sleep was really what she needed to get over the illness...whatever it was/is. Well, this morning, I heard Noah start crying and fussing in his room around 6am. I walked in and realized right away he was showing the same symptoms. He was ok other than being irritated that his nose was stopped up, until around noon and then started running a fever. Haleigh slept until 8:30am and then pretty much cried for the rest of the day until she FINALLY let me use saline and suction out her boogies, and took a nap around 3ish. Needless to say, both kids are in bed now and I'm praying for a good night's rest.
I have been doing really well other than normal pregnancy emotions...which are really starting to get on my nerves. I hate crying; let alone crying and having absolutely NO IDEA why I'm doing so. At our last doctor's appointment, we of course found out that we are having a little boy. I also found out that as of 20 weeks, I had gained three pounds. I'm really happy with that number but am trying my hardest to keep total weight gain around 15 pounds; only because I started out at a higher weight than I was hoping. I start my prenatal exercise class at the Green Ridge Rec Center this week and I couldn't be happier. I've really been doing my best to eat well and exercise to keep the extra weight off. Hopefully, God will answer our prayers and bless us with my body doing what its supposed to and going into labor on its own. My doctor isn't a huge supporter of VBAC after 2 c-sections, but we are putting this in God's hands.
Well, it's off of here now to grab a bite to eat. I wasn't able to eat any dinner because Haleigh felt so bad. So, I held her in my arms and spoon fed her...only way the poor thing would eat. :-(
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Introducing....
CHARLES LUCAS, our little boy...
Our little man sure wasn't afraid to show off today. Before the ultrasound tech even had a chance to tell us, I looked over at Caleb and shouted "IT"S A BOY!!!" I was too excited to cry, which is funny, because I bawled with the other two. Today, I just laughed and laughed...I can't wait for the kids to wake up from their naps so I can tell them all about their new baby brother.
Here is the first glimpse I got of his boy parts...
Off of here now to relax for a bit. It's been quite an overwhelming day. :-D
Our little man sure wasn't afraid to show off today. Before the ultrasound tech even had a chance to tell us, I looked over at Caleb and shouted "IT"S A BOY!!!" I was too excited to cry, which is funny, because I bawled with the other two. Today, I just laughed and laughed...I can't wait for the kids to wake up from their naps so I can tell them all about their new baby brother.
Here is the first glimpse I got of his boy parts...
Off of here now to relax for a bit. It's been quite an overwhelming day. :-D
Monday, June 4, 2012
Boy or Girl?
Oh my goodness! I have all this nervous energy today. Tomorrow we head back to the doctor for our gender scan and I am so hoping this little one cooperates. I am already starting to nest and I can't wait to start buying stuff for our newest addition. :-) I'm definitely thinking boy, but I guess we will have to wait and see. Please, please pray baby J spreads his/her little legs for the ultrasound tech tomorrow...can't wait to share the good news with all of you! <3
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Mommy Moments
So basically, every time I try to write a blog post, my kids wake up from naps, start fighting with one another or beg me to watch "George" on the computer. So, these days, I don't exactly spend much time on the good ol' laptop. Instead, I'm chasing two precious angels around the yard, building towers made from blocks, changing endless amounts of diapers....and, well, you get the point. :-) Not that I mind, but I do have to have my morning cup of coffee in order to function; Need. More. Sleep!!!
Not to mention, my belly has finally "popped" during the last week so getting around isn't quite as easy these days. The kids laugh at my efforts in putting on their shoes, as bending in the middle can get a bit rough. Noah is constantly hugging my whale of a tummy and insisting on giving "baybee" (baby) kisses. He is more than excited for the littlest Johnston to make its arrival. It makes me grin to see him so giddy over it. Haleigh on the other hand is continuing to insist "I'm da baybee!!!" (I'm the baby). :-) So, October should definitely be FUN!
Bear with me if I don't quite seem like myself these days. I feel like I'm blowing everybody off when they invite me to things. I'm constantly having to cancel play dates and get togethers because of the never ending morning sickness. This is the first pregnancy I've suffered this long with it and I'm beginning to think it's not going to go away until baby arrives. I've also been having some major issues with my blood sugar. One day last week I fainted because it had dropped so low. Definitely not the greatest experience, but thankfully Hubby was there to help me. I'm not complaining at all about the Hershey's chocolate bar in my purse...and the awesome excuse to nibble on a piece of chocolate every few hours.
Anyways, it's off of here to lounge on the couch and enjoy my only free hour of the day. By the time we get the kids to bed and I prepare stuff for the next day, it's only about an hour out from my bedtime...how sad is that, lol? I think it's a sign that I'm getting old. Hope each of you has a blessed Friday!!
Not to mention, my belly has finally "popped" during the last week so getting around isn't quite as easy these days. The kids laugh at my efforts in putting on their shoes, as bending in the middle can get a bit rough. Noah is constantly hugging my whale of a tummy and insisting on giving "baybee" (baby) kisses. He is more than excited for the littlest Johnston to make its arrival. It makes me grin to see him so giddy over it. Haleigh on the other hand is continuing to insist "I'm da baybee!!!" (I'm the baby). :-) So, October should definitely be FUN!
Bear with me if I don't quite seem like myself these days. I feel like I'm blowing everybody off when they invite me to things. I'm constantly having to cancel play dates and get togethers because of the never ending morning sickness. This is the first pregnancy I've suffered this long with it and I'm beginning to think it's not going to go away until baby arrives. I've also been having some major issues with my blood sugar. One day last week I fainted because it had dropped so low. Definitely not the greatest experience, but thankfully Hubby was there to help me. I'm not complaining at all about the Hershey's chocolate bar in my purse...and the awesome excuse to nibble on a piece of chocolate every few hours.
Anyways, it's off of here to lounge on the couch and enjoy my only free hour of the day. By the time we get the kids to bed and I prepare stuff for the next day, it's only about an hour out from my bedtime...how sad is that, lol? I think it's a sign that I'm getting old. Hope each of you has a blessed Friday!!
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Big Decisions
Gearing up for our fun four day weekend! Tomorrow afternoon through Sunday morning, our friends are driving in from Richmond for some much needed time together. So, you can imagine how giddy with excitement I've been this week. :-)
Saturday we are having a huge Memorial Day get together with many of our friends...complete with grilling out and the kids running around in our new backyard. Hubby is going by O'Brian's tomorrow to pick up the package we ordered...hotdogs, steaks, and pork chops! YUMMY!
Saturday also marks 18 weeks preggers for this Mama. As I count down the days until the littlest Johnston makes its appearance, I am growing more and more nervous. Excited, ohhhh YES, but nervous...that too. I am having a rough time adjusting to the thought of having three babies to take care of. I would consider parenting the most rewarding job, but also one of the hardest. We are also battling with the decision to have my tubes tied. It's not something I ever really wanted to do, but at our last doctor's visit, my OB said that having a fourth c-section would be extremely risky for me and the baby...mainly due to the amount of scar tissue that has built up. I am struggling with the decision because if God wants us to have more children, I feel like I shouldn't interfere by making a decision that would prevent that from happening. But at the same time, I would feel like a horrible mother if anything happened to harm my (potential) fourth child. Knowingly proceeding with getting pregnant a fourth time, and knowing that there is a very high risk involved....I just don't quite know what to do.
We have discussed that maybe God wants us to adopt eventually, so then having my tubes tied wouldn't seem quite as heart breaking. It's just so much to consider in a very short amount of time. But, with much prayer and a ton of faith, I know that the Lord will guide our family to the right decision. :-)
It's off of here for now, since Hubby will be home soon. Got to figure out what we're going to do for dinner and then head to the store to pick up a few last minute items for this weekend. God bless each of you!
Saturday we are having a huge Memorial Day get together with many of our friends...complete with grilling out and the kids running around in our new backyard. Hubby is going by O'Brian's tomorrow to pick up the package we ordered...hotdogs, steaks, and pork chops! YUMMY!
Saturday also marks 18 weeks preggers for this Mama. As I count down the days until the littlest Johnston makes its appearance, I am growing more and more nervous. Excited, ohhhh YES, but nervous...that too. I am having a rough time adjusting to the thought of having three babies to take care of. I would consider parenting the most rewarding job, but also one of the hardest. We are also battling with the decision to have my tubes tied. It's not something I ever really wanted to do, but at our last doctor's visit, my OB said that having a fourth c-section would be extremely risky for me and the baby...mainly due to the amount of scar tissue that has built up. I am struggling with the decision because if God wants us to have more children, I feel like I shouldn't interfere by making a decision that would prevent that from happening. But at the same time, I would feel like a horrible mother if anything happened to harm my (potential) fourth child. Knowingly proceeding with getting pregnant a fourth time, and knowing that there is a very high risk involved....I just don't quite know what to do.
We have discussed that maybe God wants us to adopt eventually, so then having my tubes tied wouldn't seem quite as heart breaking. It's just so much to consider in a very short amount of time. But, with much prayer and a ton of faith, I know that the Lord will guide our family to the right decision. :-)
It's off of here for now, since Hubby will be home soon. Got to figure out what we're going to do for dinner and then head to the store to pick up a few last minute items for this weekend. God bless each of you!
Saturday, May 19, 2012
17 Weeks
I only have 22 weeks left until my c-section, which is looking like it will be scheduled for October 21st. That's like, 150 something days left to go...EEK!! I'm getting so nervous about becoming a Mom for the third time. So many questions swirling around in my mind...How will I do this? Will I keep my sanity? Will I get postpartum again? Will I be able to make time for all three of my beautiful babies?
And then I have to stop, breathe, and remind myself that God is WITH ME!! He blessed us with another baby for a reason and He will never give us more than we can handle. Even so, the human emotions keep resurfacing. Boo! :-( That's where this lovely quality of FAITH comes in...and boy, oh boy, do I struggle with it sometimes.
I finally got around to taking some pictures this morning of the kids with my actual camera instead of slacking and just using my phone. Here are a couple of the kids and one of my belly (which is very much getting in the way these days, lol).
And then I have to stop, breathe, and remind myself that God is WITH ME!! He blessed us with another baby for a reason and He will never give us more than we can handle. Even so, the human emotions keep resurfacing. Boo! :-( That's where this lovely quality of FAITH comes in...and boy, oh boy, do I struggle with it sometimes.
I finally got around to taking some pictures this morning of the kids with my actual camera instead of slacking and just using my phone. Here are a couple of the kids and one of my belly (which is very much getting in the way these days, lol).
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Blessings
Sitting here in my living room looking around in amazement at the blessings God has showered on us. Who knew that after only four years of marriage, my husband would have an incredible job, we would have two beautiful babies with a third on the way, and finally be in our first house. Sometimes the Lord's love catches me off guard and completely overwhelms me. I'm left with feelings of thankfulness and amazement in what God has done. Just had that on my heart and wanted to share.
We are heading to another doctor's appointment tomorrow at 2:15 to listen to baby's heartbeat and get some blood work done. I've been feeling more and more kicks and pokes and it's amazing. I can't wait for Caleb to be able to feel little Lucas or Bella for the first time...it's always such a special moment for us.
I will try to update at some point with how the appointment goes...I just haven't had much time for blogging these days. The days have been too nice to sit inside in front of a computer or television. We've been GREATLY enjoying our backyard...complete with playing in the pool, kicking a ball around, chasing the kids, and our new favorite...GRILLING OUT!
Off of here now to relax a bit before starting on a load of laundry. :-)
We are heading to another doctor's appointment tomorrow at 2:15 to listen to baby's heartbeat and get some blood work done. I've been feeling more and more kicks and pokes and it's amazing. I can't wait for Caleb to be able to feel little Lucas or Bella for the first time...it's always such a special moment for us.
I will try to update at some point with how the appointment goes...I just haven't had much time for blogging these days. The days have been too nice to sit inside in front of a computer or television. We've been GREATLY enjoying our backyard...complete with playing in the pool, kicking a ball around, chasing the kids, and our new favorite...GRILLING OUT!
Off of here now to relax a bit before starting on a load of laundry. :-)
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