A little bit moody

Alright, feeling sentimental...so time to blog:). I've been a little on edge, feeling somewhat moody. But also sentimental-yes, we'll call it that! I know I can at least blame some of it on my fav. time of the month (haa), but it may also have something to do with the fact that my little guy has succeeded in wearing me out the past few days! He's teething...yet again...and I think I can tell when it bothers him b/c he becomes more aggressive, a little whiny, and is into everything x's 2. My parents have been here, been trying to help them pack up the old house-they've been a great help as always. Even so! He has been running circles around me. Keeps me fit, yes. But makes me think I need a wee break every now and then. Knowing, of course, that if & when I take one I will instantly miss him-because this is what I do. And I'm having a little trouble not feeling guilty about needing some time, sometimes. Which is silly, b/c I believe it's completely normal. But anyway, thinking way too much, further tiring myself! On a brighter note:D, I absolutely love him! This is where the sentimental kicks in big time. He's so sweet, so bright, has such an amazing sense of humor & personality. He mutters and repeats words now, walks (staggers, really:)), feeds us snacks, and can put "gas" in his car. Haha-so smart (of course I think so). But, really, you show him something once and forget about it, and later he's doing it! A couple days ago- (maybe yesterday? hmm)-Steven got him up from his nap & brought him to me in the recliner. He just laid his head on me and let me rock him forever. Soooo so sweet, that's the stuff that you just can't fully put into words. We're working on "sugar"-lol, would like more of that...and "love you"...and of course "MA MA"! I think he has a bit of trouble with the M's-so for now I believe I am still BOB. Which is fine by me, as long as he's addressing me:). So. Yes, I've had some (very) stressed moments, but I've also had some serious fun with him. When everyone was packing up the house & I watched him it was like hanging out with my little buddy-amazing fun! Anyway-could go on about that for real. Bottom line is: he is sometimes more work than I think I can do, but he is completely worth it in every way. !!
Another bright note-we're moving soon! Haaaappy about this! The house is cleaned out for the most part and we're ready to paint! Finding the time with a 1yr old is perhaps a problem, but we'll figure it out. The house is a little smaller than ours now, BUT it's so cute-and has like 4-5 acres?? So plenty of room for my boy, who loves nothing more than playing outside. It's a little out in the country, which I love. I've decided I'm really not a city girl, haha. Not that this is a huge city, but I love open space & a moon you can see. So we're really excited, & can't wait to see how it turns out once we've made it our own.
As far as life goes, God is for real good to us. He protected my mom the other day near an awful accident, and he protects us all the time. He's blessed me an insane amount...with my family, my amazing husband who tirelessly helps me, & our youngest blessing-an awesome son. Which reminds me, I haven't even read the Bible yet today, I don't think. So that's what I need to do. I hate that sometimes I don't feel like it, but I always love it when I do. I'm of course not perfect, but I truly want to be the person I should be. That has love, & asks for strength...and boy do I ever (ask for strength). A lot! And wisdom, and all that good stuff:). So, moody or no, I need to ask. I'm tired now & can't think of an appropriate close! nite:)

An important trip, 1 nasty fall

Alright, it is confirmed that I am terrible at blogging. Really not sure that anyone knows I'm actually attempting to keep up with it anyway, so I think I'm good!
The past few weeks have been spent here & there, enjoying family & days spent at home with my little boy. One very important trip was taken to WV, where Nathaniel got to meet his great grandma:D & a lot of my dad's family. Of course they loved him, & he loved them...especially my mamaw, who he had endless kisses for:). So glad we finally got to go. Wish Steven could have went, but couldn't b/c of work. Hope to visit again sometime soon. Which brings me to another much-needed trip: Alabama. I really would like for Steven's fam. to get to meet him as well. Esp. his nanny & papa. His granddad's not doing well, & it makes me want to go all the more. I told Steven the older I get, the more important fam. is to me...sounds typical, but I can't explain how much they mean to me. We're tied to these people that God puts in our lives...we can encourage & influence, love & be there for each other. That's something special:).
Well Nathaniel fell off the bed the other day for the first (and LAST) time. It was awful, & I cried for like an hour...lots more than him! We're always so careful, but there weren't as many pillows down as usual and, of course, that's when it happens. I was so sick over it, but thank GOD for protection, b/c we can't find a mark on him! I pray a lot for his protection, & am just thankful. Last time we leave him there after we get up though! Ahhhh.
Well, much to be done this month. Planning for Nathaniel's 1st birthday-next month!! So excited, and trying not to go overboard-ha. Can't believe how he's grown, & how absolutely amaaazing he is. I am a blessed lady:D.

The good & the bad

Alright-so I haven't been blogging like I'd hoped, but in my defense it has been a crazy, crazy few weeks. A lot has happened, & these things have sent me traveling here & there for quite a while. One very hard thing that happened was one of my absolute best friends losing her father. I've known Heather since I was young...we grew up pk's:), & milked every second we could hang out at the latest church function/event-ha ha. But we became more than that, traveling from SC to VA and back again & even meeting half way a few times. She was there for me at our wedding, when our son was born, and so many other times in my life. So I immediately planned a trip to VA upon hearing of her dad's passing, hoping I could at least attempt to be there for her. I can't imagine what in the world it felt like for her, because it was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do...and had to be so much more so for her. It made me sad, angry, thankful, and sad again. I felt grieved at the service, like I could just lose it. For her, for her family, for myself even? So thankful that my sister came with me~drove the entire way there & back, actually! She was an amazing help. May sound cliched, I guess, but God really can give peace that we don't understand. I know he's done it in my life. I pray just that for my friend!
So, some good & sad times to reflect on. A very good one would definitely be Mother's Day. Yes, it was quite some time ago now...but it was my first! And such an amazing one. Church, quick lunch at home (due to the fact that Nathaniel didn't believe we should eat out that day-lol), and seriously good times at the park. The park was my absolute favorite part:) Steven & I were pretty much like kids, with Nathaniel being the calm one. Ha ha-I think he was stunned by all of the toys & options out there. But we all had a great time, took 1 bazillion pictures as usual, and left thinking "umm why don't we do this more?".
Well, from Summerville, to VA, to Piedmont...these past few weeks have pretty much been nuts. Good times with family~his & mine! Sadness as well, for my friends in VA. Add in a little exhaustion. It can cause mixed emotions, and some serious ups & downs. Luckily I have a really good guy who helps me, a sweet boy who moves me:), family, friends, and (but of course) GOD. He is.:)

Resume blogging!

Ok, so I never really started. Except for the sorry excuse for a post (my only post) in which Steven made me say something so he could type it:).
I'm not really sure who, if anyone, will read this...but I really want to start keeping up with it. Especially like the fact that I can look back & remember times with my family & sweet baby! So here goes...

Right now I'm loving staying at home & raising my kid:D. I tell everyone I was really nervous about this because I can get pretty antsy at times, but I love, love, love it! No day is the same, and I get to see & experience just about every moment of his life. I feel like I was meant to do this, which is surprising seeing as how I was never the type to think much about being settled & having kids and all that. I mean I had thought about it, just had no idea it would feel so perfect! Of course, we have our battles: no playing with the VCR! no chewing on the cords please! when I say "no" don't shoot me that smile!, among other things. Ha ha. Seriously though, this is the best job ever.
Also thankful to have an awesome husband. We've been through a lot in the first few years of marriage, but he has become hands down one of the most amazing men ever! Add amazing father to that...Nathaniel lights up when he's on the phone & when he comes home from work. He helps out so much with him & Nathaniel adores him:). LOVE my boys! And can't forget what holds us all together-God! Oh yesss! Love Him too. Huge part of the family, lol. I just keep learning from him. The past few weeks I feel like the whole "ask & ye shall receive" thing has been dead-on. Several times I asked specific things-about other people, people I could possibly help in some way, and He has answered w/out fail. Just reminds me that if we ask Him to send someone along we can help/encourage...of course He will!
As far as what's going on today, (the whole point of a blog, I guess?), a big thing would be my sister's moving! Only 2 1/2 hrs away...but still! Makes me sad, but I know I'll see her tons, so that helps! Nathaniel will miss his B so much. :( But I'm excited for her...a new chapter and all:).
Well I guess that's a good enough intro for now. Looking forward to writing more about family, myself, and what I'm learning...