Sick day

Yesterday Jim came home early from work because he was sick. It was nice him being home since we don't get to spend much time together, but sad that my hubby was sick. :( Then at night, I became sick too! He took a sick day from work today and we've both been having fevers on and off and the day has just been a blur. Napping when Abby naps and trying to muster up the energy to take care of her. It was so nice to have a day together with Jim, but the circumstances not so good. At least we took turns getting sick. When one would start feeling better, the other would get a fever again and repeat. I hope Abigail doesn't catch it! She's been okay so far though. I hope by tomorrow we are both better. Jim has to go back to work tomorrow and I'm going to be home with Abby. If anyone reads this, please pray for my family's health! Thank you. :)

GHS Alumni Mommy Reunion!

Last week I had an idea to get some girls I knew in high school together for a mini reunion! There are a handful of us who are now mommies, and it's always nice to get together with other mommy friends and babies! We got together yesterday at San Tan Mall. Kids played in the play area, went to see puppies and ended our playdate at DQ! It was so nice to see them again! I will be planning another alumni playdate, this time not so last minute so hopefully more moms and kids will come.

 

Also, the Halloween pictures that J Lobbins Photography took last week are done! Here are a couple of my favorites. :)

I think I'm the only one who DOESN'T look forward to Friday nights and LOVES Monday mornings!

Today is Friday. Back to work tonight. I know I am blessed to even  have a job, that pays well and has flexible hours, but working every weekend is really getting to me. But then I feel humbled when I meet someone like this... I met a girl at work a few months ago, the week I returned from maternity leave. She was floated to our floor and we started chatting. She told me how she used to be a stay at home home before nursing school. Her husband was successful in his career that allowed her to do that. But then the market crashed and he, like many Americans, was left without a job. So luckily she had the nursing degree to be able to go back to work and make ends meet. Now she is the primary provider of her family for the time being, working full time at our hoispital and 2-3 days a week at another. That's working 12-13 hour shifts, 5-6 days a week. Wow. She knows it won't be like that forever, but for now, it's what has to be done for her family. I was totally put in my place complaining about going back to work 3 days a week. I think God had me meet her for a reason, especially that week I returned from maternity leave. When I think I "have it bad," I am reminded of how blessed I really am. I see that girl around every once in awhile and am reminded of that exact thing.

Anyway, this week was a wonderful week. I just love my days off! I love Mondays because I have the whole week to look forward to, but Mondays are also rough since I can't sleep until Abigail naps. I usually only get an average of 2 hours during the day, maybe 1 hour in the evening, and then I can sleep at night after Abigail falls asleep. Monday was the Mom's Night Out event I talked about in my previous post. So much fun!

Tuesday I finally got my butt back to the gym. Zumba was fun as always. I saw this quote that said "You know all those things you've 'always wanted to do'? YOU SHOULD GO DO THEM." So simple but it inspired me to seek out those things I've aways wanted to do but [insert excuse here]. The only thing holding me back from accompishing my goals/dreams is myself. One of those being to teach Zumba. There are few things I actually think I'm good at or would accept compliments on, and Zumba Fitness is one of them. I was a dancer growing up and my love for dance never outgrew me. I am happy when I dance, my worries go away and I feel like I can just let loose. I've seen friends become successful at doing this, so why not me? I've been licensed to teach for about 2 years now and I haven't actually taught any classes. What a waste! It's time to make it happen!

Thursday Abigail and Jasper had their Halloween pictures taken by J Lobbins Photography. She has become our family photographer and we love her! Here is a sneak peak of Abigail from the shoot:



Mom's Night Out!

Last night my sis in law Laura and I went to West Valley Moms Blog's 1st Mom's Night Out! It was so much fun! They held the event out on the terrace at Pita Jungle at Norterra. They had lots of amazing giveaways and I actually won one of them! I received a free pedicure with add on at a cute salon here in the west valley ($55 value! Woot!). So excited to go pamper myself! The food at Pita Jungle was delicious and for dessert they had Paradise Bakery cookies- every woman's favorite. :) Yum. We are looking forward to the next WVMB Mom's Night Out event!

 

Anyway, since the last time I blogged, I made my first fall wreath! I am actually pretty happy with how it turned out. :) I never thought that I would be into seasonal decor (my home growing up was never decorated according to season/holiday besides Chirstmas) but it just makes the home more festive and the season/holiday more fun and exciting! I am looking forward to when Abby gets a little order so we can work on crafts together and she can help mommy decorate. :)