Jess’ Guide to Mo...
A few months ago I wrote a post about what I learned being pregnant. It was a big hit so I’ve decided to do a follow up post about the rest of my pregnancy lessons. Missed the first post? Check it out here. Pre-Labor Keep reminding yourself that the baby WILL come out. You will not...
Hiatus: over....
Wonder where I’ve been? Well do a search on my blog for “pregnant” and you’ll notice that the posts have stopped June 28, 2010 at 1:20pm little miss Charlotte Grace arrived. I had a 10 hour labor which I hear is very good for your first child. And since I do... Maternity Leave...
So my maternity leave began yesterday. Chris works from home. This means that the both of us are really just sitting around our 2 bedroom apartment, with our cat, awaiting Charlotte’s arrival. To be honest, the whole situation makes me nervous. What if my hormones go all crazy and...
Here a Slump, There a S...
Catchy and upbeat title for something so negative huh? Well that’s the theme. I might be writing this blog only for me but I have a feeling it’ll probably help some of you also. Ever been in a slump? I’m talking a real funk. Nothing medical, just one or two or five of...
Real Desires of the Hea...
Normally my blog posts come about by what God puts on my heart. Whether it’s seeing something and deciding to write about it, having a dream, or experiencing something in life. However, every once and a while, I see a theme in the other blogs I read and feel the need to write about... Jess’ (so far) Gu...
I woke up realizing that I’ve learned a lot about being pregnant over these past 8 months. So I thought I’d write some things down to help me in the future, help my current pregnant friends, be an early read to my not yet pregnant friends and a guide to live on my blog for...
The Weekend Update...
So you may have noticed that I haven’t posted a blog since Tuesday…yikes! I’m asking for your forgiveness…things have been crazy lately! I’m now in my 8th month of pregnancy AND just moved to a new apartment 1 week ago. Plus work has been really busy so I...
What An Attitude!!...
There are many days in this nice 9 month journey that I’m just Jess with a belly. But then there are other days…and those days seem to be getting more frequent now that I’m in my third trimester. I’m talking about the days when I laugh, cry, become sad, then happy,... And She Moves...
I just had to share this with someone and since hubbie is enjoying a boys weekend at PAX in Boston, I thought I’d share it with the bloggy world. Telling him over the phone just didn’t do it for me haha. Last night I was hanging out on the couch watching Season 1 of 10 Things...
Take a Step Back...
Every day I get closer to being a mom. And lately, it’s got me thinking a lot about my mom. Now don’t get me wrong, I love my mom, always have, always will…but if I’m honest, I’ll admit that I don’t often think about her and what she’s done for...
Calling All Moms! Time ...
Did the title catch your attention? I sure hope so! So as you know, I’m about 6 months pregnant now and it’s time to register for my baby shower! Chris and I are so excited but are also a bit overwhelmed as you probably remember feeling. So I need your help. We’re going...
Scrapbooking Journey Co...
I’m not sure you’ve kept up with this adventure I’ve taken with scrapbooking, but make sure to read Part 1 and Part 2 before reading the exciting conclusion below! All caught up? Good. Now for the exciting news: I DID IT! I actually made my scrapbook that I’ve...
So About Lot’s Wi...
14 So Lot went out and spoke to his sons-in-law, who were pledged to marry his daughters. He said, “Hurry and get out of this place, because the LORD is about to destroy the city!” But his sons-in-law thought he was joking. 15 With the coming of dawn, the angels urged Lot,...
And Away We Go!!...
Some of you may remember a post I did a while back about my desire to scrapbook but lack of scrapbooking knowledge/discipline. Well I’m pleased to announce that with the help of my brother Craig and his girlfriend Nicole, I finally have all I need to get started! So I went...
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