An old photo of Baby Blue, before this was changed to her 'big girl' bed. I can't wait to see a view of this in the house again.
21 Weeks
Baby Boy Blue,
This week you grew, or at least my belly really did. You're about as long as a carrot now! We were having trouble getting a good picture from the front, and when I bent down to relieve a little pressure, daddy said, "That's it!" and snapped... and there you are. I think you're beginning to take up martial arts, because you're always flipping around and kicking. Daddy and Aliyah can feel you move now, and we get so excited thinking and talking about what it's going to be like with you in the house with us. I've started a new craving... an omelet every morning with orange juice, we always need to keep orange juice in the house. I just can't stop thinking about holding your tiny little body when you arrive!
Sunday Citar:: The Candyland Birthday Party
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I'm posting from my hotel room in Chicago this weekend, and going through my daughter's birthday party photos makes me miss her even more, and I'm getting a craving for some sweets.
“I'm a kid in a candy story, ... And I'm living out a major fantasy.”
~Dean Devlin
~Dean Devlin
We definitely made the kids feel like they were in a candy store at Aliyah's 3rd birthday party, and I think most of the adults lived out a major candy fantasy.
Now, if I could just stop eating the leftovers.
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Here are a few more looks at the big day.
Thanks to sales and coupons, every family left with their own new game of Candyland to play.
The Birthday Girl liked to hover by the candy buffet as we were setting up... and frankly, so did I. On the menu were mini cheeseburgers and curly fries, served up in these snow cone cups on a tray of tootsie rolls.
The kids loved having their own tables to sit at while noshing, and I loved these lanterns made to look like giant candy hanging in the trees.
The outdoor bubble dance floor was a big hit!
And, there was plenty of sugar to be had.
We were so blessed and so was she! Thank you to all who came and to my friends who helped. And again, Happy Birthday Aliyah, you'll always be my baby girl.
P.S. I want to give a big thank you to Hostess with the Mostess for this Candyland party inspiration.
days of summer:: 19
So, as I realize that summer has transformed into fall, I see how far the 'days of summer' series is from completion. I don't want to leave it undone, so I'd better get a move on.
My Husband Rocks
You know the 20 Weeks photograph I posted recently? I received lots of questions on what my cute shirt said for sure, and so many people loved it.
Whenever I wear it, I get stopped and offered compliments... every single time.
It's one of the softest, most comfortable and well-fitting t-shirts I own, courtesy of the sweet marriage apparel shop Union 28. I just went with a larger size to accommodate my growing belly, and it works perfectly!
Can you read what it says now?
Yes, I know, I'm not wearing my wedding ring in this photo. I guess the shirt says enough.
Right?
At least I was in the comfort of my own home with my husband taking these photos.
As far as you know.
Would you like to win your own Chocolate or Hot Pink "My Husband Rocks" tee (in Short Sleeve Fitted or Ladies Cut)??
I thought so.
To have your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this post answering this question: What are you up to this weekend?
I can even answer first to show you how easy it is.
I'll be heading to Chicago again tomorrow for the weekend for work, so I'll be spending every moment I can before I leave with my rockin' husband and my sweet daughter. Then it's off I go! Just to come home again Sunday night... which is actually the way I prefer it... getting back to my family quickly. Oh, and I'll be wearing my "My Husband Rocks" tee at some point because it's just that addicting.
Ok, now it's your turn!
I'll leave comments open through next weekend and announce the t-shirt winner sometime on Monday, October 5th! And don't worry, if you don't win, Union 28 has offered Fresh Mommy readers a discount of %15 off any 2 items by using code 300fresh15 at checkout, and that offer is good through October 25! Oh, I think I just may get a couple items from their children's apparel line.
Good "luck"!
Apple Dumplings
Now that fall has officially made it's official entrance, I don't feel bad for cooking things like apple dumplings or peach cobbler.
Or peach dumplings or apple cobbler.
All are deliciously perfect for fall.
And for breakfast.
Right?
I've run across this recipe a few times and have always passed it up. Mainly because it has one really strange secret ingredient.
And it also has loads of butter.
My thighs don't need any more butter.
But, alas, the recipe is simple and easy, and I was a bit short on time. One of the reasons this recipe is so easy, is that it calls for refrigerated crescent rolls, which I wasn't sure about.
That and the secret ingredient... Mountain Dew, which I wasn't sure about.
I didn't know what to expect, but I had to give it a try.
The result? There's just something that happens with this mix of soda, store-bought dough and the enormous amount of butter that puts this recipe into a level of, "Oh my God, this is so good." Then I ate some for dinner, and then for breakfast, and then another one after lunch, and I'm so glad they're gone now or I'd still be eating them.
Apple Dumplings:
2 medium Granny Smith apples (I just used whatever apples I had from the orchard)
2 cans crescent rolls
2 sticks butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
cinnamon (for sprinkling)
12 oz. (1 can) Mountain Dew
Preheat oven to 350. Peel and core the apples.
This is where I started breaking rules because I really never feel like peeling the apples myself, or coring them for that matter. So I used my apple corer/peeler.
Cut the apples into 8 sections each. Open a can of crescent roll dough and carefully separate the dough along the perforations. Roll each apple section in a crescent roll. Place in a buttered 9X13 pan and repeat with remaining apples and dough. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter and add sugar and vanilla. Stir to combine. Pour butter/sugar mixture over the apples, then pour the can of Mountain Dew over the top. Sprinkle with cinnamon and bake for 40 minutes.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and top with the sweet, savory sauces left in the pan.
Then run on the treadmill for the rest of your life.
20 Weeks
I've made it halfway, and our Baby Boy Blue is almost 10 inches long! At this point, he's really started growing, and my popping belly is evident.
And so, the belly pictures begin.
To my Baby Boy Blue:
We were so excited to find out we are having a boy. We've have a boy name picked out for awhile, and already have a couple of cute little outfits tucked away. You wiggle all over my belly, and I love it! I love feeling you move. We just sit and watch your ultrasound clips, with you moving around, healthy and full of life. You've made momma pretty tired this week, and as daddy was snapping this week's photo, I couldn't help a full-on yawn... he captured it! So it's a perfect reminder of the rest I've been trying to get this week. We are finally getting a room cleaned out for you, and your sister is pretty excited to meet you. I think she's going to try and take care of you as much as we'll let her. She already calls you 'her baby.' We can't wait to meet you!
P.S. Thanks to my friend Ryan for this Maternity Series inspiration.
Sunday Citar
Sunday Citar was born out of my affinity... err, obsession... for quotes. I find them fun and inspiring and love finding new quote of all kinds. Funny, serious, deep, obvious, meaningful, pointless, they're all fun to read. If you feel the same way, this is your chance to share in the fun! Welcome to Sunday Citar!
“Children will not remember you for the material things you provided but for the feeling that you cherished them.”
~Richard L. Evans
My aspiration lately has been to cherish each and every moment I have with my daughter, before the house erupts with a new little one. She knows change is imminent, and wraps herself around me whenever she gets the chance. I just want her to know how special and cherished she is.
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Baby Boy Blue
The moment finally came that we were all waiting for... baby boy or baby girl.
As the ultrasound technician announced that we were indeed having a boy, Aliyah announced, "But I want a baby girl." Her feelings on the matter quickly changed back to excitement when we told her that she would still be a big sister whether mommy was having a baby boy or girl.
That and the fact that Chris told her she could have a gum ball.
It took such a long time to actually get a profile shot. Wherever the wand would move, Baby Boy Blue would move to face it... moving is something he does well. I think he just wanted to say hello himself.
Baby Boy Blue from tabitha blue on Vimeo.
We couldn't be more thrilled.
Because It's Monday.
... Actually, it's Tuesday.
And yes, that's how I'm feeling today.
I thought it was Monday for awhile this morning. And since I spent a couple hours on this bridge last weekend, I thought it was high time to share a photo.
And now, I realize it's Tuesday, and I'm even farther behind than I thought.
Or ahead.
I'm not really sure.
Whatever the case may be, have a wonderful Tuesday!!
And then maybe tomorrow we can enjoy Friday.
Or not.
Sunday Citar
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“Start where you are. Distant fields always look greener, but opportunity lies right where you are. Take advantage of every opportunity of service.”
~Robert Collier
What more can I say?
Amen.
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Three Years.
Exactly 3 years ago today, I was on my 4th day in the hospital, tucked under thin cotton blankets, holding Chris' hand, smiling, shaking, anxious-nervous-excited for what was about to be, and ready. I was finally being induced to deliver this precious baby girl and feel her soft, delicate skin touch mine... 3 weeks early.
Every I.V., every bad bowl of hospital jello, every time a nurse chased me down the hall as I tried to escape the confines of my sterile room and herded me back, everything was so immensely worth it.
My life has changed for the better since she's been a part of it. Home seems sweeter, decisions more important, and the former emotion of my heart seems weak and pale in comparison to the love that possesses me now.
Happy Birthday, sweet girl! I love you!
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