Every time I hear this song I think of my baby girl and it makes me smile!
I just walked down the street to the coffee shop
had to take a break
I’d been by her side for eighteen hours straight
I saw a flower growing in the middle of the sidewalk
pushing up through the concrete
like it was planted right there for me to see
the flashin’ lights, the honkin’ horns
all seemed to fade away
in the shadow of that hospital at 5:08
I saw God today
Chorus:
I’ve been to church
I’ve read the book
I know he’s here, but I don’t look
near as often as I should
Yeah, I know I should
His fingerprints are everywhere
I’d just slow down to stop and stare
opened my eyes and man I swear
I saw God today
I saw a couple walking by they were holding hands
Man, she had that glow
yeah I couldn’t help but notice she was starting to show
it stood there for a minute takin’ the sky
lost in that sunset
a splash of amber melted in the shades of red
Chorus
I got my face pressed up against the nursery glass
She’s sleeping like a rock
My name on her wrist wearing tiny pink socks
She’s got my nose, she’s got her mama’s eyes
My brand new baby girl
She’s a miracle
I saw God today
Check out this video: George Strait I Saw God Today Columbia 2008
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Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Monday, July 7, 2008
Birthing Class #2
Tonight we covered topics such as water birth, staying hydrated during labor, walking, different positions, and massage during labor. Then there was "when do I actually need to go to the hospital," "signs of danger," and "what to pack prior to the hospital." I live forty minutes from the nearest hospital, so I constantly have visions of giving birth on the way in a car! Which my instructor Ann ensured me (10X) that would not happen with my first child. (might the second child but not the first :-) She actually said first time moms are on average in labor for 12-18 hours. (who signs up for this stuff?) For a first time mom I think I have most of my fears under control, by far the greatest fear I have is that Travis won't be here for the birth. (Either the baby comes a week early or three weeks late) That would break my heart.... It's completely out of my control but it wouldn't hurt any less.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Not sure what to think...
Is there any correlation between how the baby acts in the womb to the personality they will actually have? Well, after a fun filled girl's night with my friend Melissa yesterday I headed to bed. I layed down on my left side and could just tell my little one was not happy with the situation. She let me know! As a matter of fact she wouldn't stop kicking/punching me, so finally I gave in and switched to my right side. Within ten seconds she was back asleep. Was I just accommodating my "unborn" baby? Was she telling me how things were going to be? hmmm Not sure what to think....but it made me laugh ;-)
Friday, July 4, 2008
Believe it or Not it's true...Pure Miracle
When I found out I was pregnant I made a vow that I was going to do everything possible to stay healthy throughout the rest of this pregnancy. I ran up until the 5th month and when that got to difficult I began swimming and continued light weightlifting. I attempt to go to the gym 3-5 days per week. I thought that if I could just stay healthy I would never have to endure any of the "So Called" pregnancy pains. Well folks....About the 5 month of this lovely pregnancy I started getting terrible lower back pain and the most horrific nerve pain down my right hip (called Siatica). I couldn't believe it! My plan had completely failed! I told my doctor and he informed me it was just part of the whole deal (basically just stop complaining). Because of the pain I could only sleep for 1-2 hours at a time. When I would wake up the pain was so bad I would just lay there and stare at the wall. My mood and over health was slow deteriorating and I was just trying to "suck it up."
Well after my first birthing class I talked to my instructor Ann about the pain. She said that many women have to go to a Chiropractor during pregnancy. I was VERY skeptical... She assured me that it was completely SAFE for the baby and me. That was on Monday (5 days ago) and by Wednesday I was desperate. I hadn't slept, lost my appetite, and wasn't sure how I was going to make it for 2 more months. I called Dr. Grieser's office (specializes in pregnant women and kids) and made an appointment. I went in yesterday afternoon for the first time. I told Dr. Grieser I was skeptical and she informed me that she could help me and that even the baby would be happier because more blood flow would get to my cervix (ok...now I am listening!) After 20 minutes of working on my back she sent me home. The true test would be if I could sleep longer then 2 hours. Well...... I went to bed at 9pm and just woke up at 6am to my baby kicking my tummy!!!!!! I couldn't believe it! My back feels great and I was so excited I wanted to call Travis and my whole family (I didn't because it was 5am their time...but I wanted to :-) I didn't have one ounce of hip pain and I had all of this renewed energy. For now...I feel like my old self again :-) I know a lot of people don't believe in Chiropractic. I didn't yesterday, but when you are desperate you would do just about anything. So it's officially the 4th of July. Independence Day! I am going to celebrate because I feel like celebrating! Believe it or not it's true...a pure miracle :-) I was so excited that I voted this story Blog worthy.
Well after my first birthing class I talked to my instructor Ann about the pain. She said that many women have to go to a Chiropractor during pregnancy. I was VERY skeptical... She assured me that it was completely SAFE for the baby and me. That was on Monday (5 days ago) and by Wednesday I was desperate. I hadn't slept, lost my appetite, and wasn't sure how I was going to make it for 2 more months. I called Dr. Grieser's office (specializes in pregnant women and kids) and made an appointment. I went in yesterday afternoon for the first time. I told Dr. Grieser I was skeptical and she informed me that she could help me and that even the baby would be happier because more blood flow would get to my cervix (ok...now I am listening!) After 20 minutes of working on my back she sent me home. The true test would be if I could sleep longer then 2 hours. Well...... I went to bed at 9pm and just woke up at 6am to my baby kicking my tummy!!!!!! I couldn't believe it! My back feels great and I was so excited I wanted to call Travis and my whole family (I didn't because it was 5am their time...but I wanted to :-) I didn't have one ounce of hip pain and I had all of this renewed energy. For now...I feel like my old self again :-) I know a lot of people don't believe in Chiropractic. I didn't yesterday, but when you are desperate you would do just about anything. So it's officially the 4th of July. Independence Day! I am going to celebrate because I feel like celebrating! Believe it or not it's true...a pure miracle :-) I was so excited that I voted this story Blog worthy.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Happy Birthday America
I love the fourth of July. A few friends and I plan to spend it in Seward, NE. The official 4th of July town of Nebraska! (parades, food, music, fireworks!) So in order to protect my little girl's US heritage I thought I should write about The 4th of July too!
John Adams (in my opinion one of the greatest men in US history) predicted in a letter to his wife Abigail that Americans would celebrate their Independence Day on July 2. Off by two days - not too bad for government work.
On July 2, 1776, Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, signed only by Charles Thompson (the secretary of Congress) and John Hancock (the presiding officer). Two days later Congress approved the revised version and ordered it to be printed and distributed to the states and military officers. The other signatures would have to wait. Many actually viewed the Declaration of Independence as a yawner - a rehashing of arguments already made against the British government. John Adams would later describe the Declaration as "dress and ornament rather than Body, Soul, or Substance." The exception was the last paragraph that said the united colonies "are and of Right ought to be Free and Independent states" and were "Absolved of all Allegiance to the British Crown." For Adams, it was the momentum towards achieving American independence initiated on July 2 that future generations would consider worth celebrating, not the approval of this document on July 4.
Interestingly, the pomp and circumstance that many Americans presume took place on July 4, 1776, actually occurred days to weeks afterwards. The Philadelphia Evening Post published the Declaration's full text in its July 6 newspaper. And the Declaration of Independence was publicly read from the State House in Philadelphia on July 8. Later that day, it was read in Easton, PA, Trenton, NJ, and to the local embryonic militia to provide much-needed inspiration against the formidable British. The shouting and firing of muskets that followed these first public readings represent America's first celebrations of independence.
As copies spread, the Declaration of Independence would be read at town meetings and religious services. In response, Americans lit bonfires, fired guns, rang bells, and removed symbols of the British monarchy. The following year, no member of Congress thought about commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence until July 3 - one day too late. So the first organized elaborate celebration of independence occurred the following day: July 4, 1777, in Philadelphia. Ships in the harbor were decked in the nation's colors. Cannons rained 13-gun salutes in honor of each state. And parades and fireworks spiced up the festivities.
Fireworks did not become staples of July 4 celebrations until after 1816, when Americans began producing their own pyrotechnics and no longer relied on expensive fireworks from across the pond. Since 1777, the tradition of celebrating America's independence on July 4 has continued.
On July 2, 1776, Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, signed only by Charles Thompson (the secretary of Congress) and John Hancock (the presiding officer). Two days later Congress approved the revised version and ordered it to be printed and distributed to the states and military officers. The other signatures would have to wait. Many actually viewed the Declaration of Independence as a yawner - a rehashing of arguments already made against the British government. John Adams would later describe the Declaration as "dress and ornament rather than Body, Soul, or Substance." The exception was the last paragraph that said the united colonies "are and of Right ought to be Free and Independent states" and were "Absolved of all Allegiance to the British Crown." For Adams, it was the momentum towards achieving American independence initiated on July 2 that future generations would consider worth celebrating, not the approval of this document on July 4.
Interestingly, the pomp and circumstance that many Americans presume took place on July 4, 1776, actually occurred days to weeks afterwards. The Philadelphia Evening Post published the Declaration's full text in its July 6 newspaper. And the Declaration of Independence was publicly read from the State House in Philadelphia on July 8. Later that day, it was read in Easton, PA, Trenton, NJ, and to the local embryonic militia to provide much-needed inspiration against the formidable British. The shouting and firing of muskets that followed these first public readings represent America's first celebrations of independence.
As copies spread, the Declaration of Independence would be read at town meetings and religious services. In response, Americans lit bonfires, fired guns, rang bells, and removed symbols of the British monarchy. The following year, no member of Congress thought about commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence until July 3 - one day too late. So the first organized elaborate celebration of independence occurred the following day: July 4, 1777, in Philadelphia. Ships in the harbor were decked in the nation's colors. Cannons rained 13-gun salutes in honor of each state. And parades and fireworks spiced up the festivities.
Fireworks did not become staples of July 4 celebrations until after 1816, when Americans began producing their own pyrotechnics and no longer relied on expensive fireworks from across the pond. Since 1777, the tradition of celebrating America's independence on July 4 has continued.
I love America! I am proud that we fly flags outside of our homes to show our patriotism. I am proud of our forefathers and their ability to stand for what is JUST! I am proud that despite foreign pressure they preserved our family morals, values, and human rights. So God bless America and Happy 4th of July friends and family!
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Thank You Mom and Dad!
I just wanted to send a short note out to thank my Mom for spending the past ten days with me. She was a HUGE help around the house. She washed and folded all my laundry, organized the baby's room, was a great friend, organized and re-shelved moving boxes, took me baby shopping, made me dinner, rubbed my back every night, didn't mind when I feel asleep during every movie we watched, cleaned my garage, loved on my belly, and basically just took great care of me! (I am pretty sure I now know why men would ever want a wife..ha ha) A big thanks to my Dad too for sending her out! You both are the best! rim
A fun note from Grandpa Joe
Ok ladies, I want to see my granddaughters doing this! Grandpa Joe Yea...you go girl!
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