LIfe is wonderful...

I was just re-reading some of my past posts, and they are depressing (well not all of them). I hardly say anything about the things that I'm blessed to have in my life, which are many. So here is me going to post about the many blessing that I/we have.

1. I so thankful for a husband who has/is there for me, when things have been tough.
2. For a very healthy and happy toddler.
3. For the gospel of Jesus Christ.
4. That we have a living prophet leading our church.
5. For extended family that has been helping us out for the last little bit.
6. For friends that are always a phone call away when you need them.
7. For a loving Heavenly Father, that even when times a tough we can turn to for help.
8. For a ward that has been welcoming and friendly.
9. For being able to live so close to a temple and when worthy to enter the temple.
10. For being loved and being in love with a wonderful man.

How long do you wait...

How long after your miscarried did you wait till you started trying for another baby? Brian and I haven't done anything to not get pregnant. I mean we both would like another baby but do you have to wait for a little bit between having a miscarriage before you try again.

We're unpacking....

Brian and I started unpacking some of our boxes (and repacking some of them). Brian and I haven't seen most if not all of that stuff in our boxes for 2 years. When we moved to Texas in May of 2008. We had to pack everything that we would not need to take with us and store at his parents house in Manassas VA. When we moved back to VA, when stayed with his family (well we still are), we just kept all of our stuff in boxes. But well we were in Texas, his dad got a new job in Co. So, we made the decision to move out to CO with them. So, they were packing their stuff to go. So all of our stuff stayed in boxes. When we got out to CO, I was a little over a month from having our son and didn't feel like going through boxes. Than Darrel and Brian started building the apartment in the basement that coupled with getting used to having a baby around let to us waiting to go through stuff. So, on Tuesday, we started going through our boxes. We went through 31 boxes. And most of the stuff in those boxes I put back into 3 of 4 boxes. (That's just amazing to me). Let's see if we can get all of our boxes gone through by the end of the month.

We had to postpone Brian's audition...

Brian started French Horn lessons 2 weeks ago. And his teacher said that he sounded wonderful but that he needed to work on his lower register and she also said that it would take about a month and a half before he would be ready to audition. So this means he has a bit more time to get ready for the PT test and his audition. We are hoping that he will be able to audition at the end of August. Please keep us in your prayers.

Iain first sleep over...

On Tuesday, Iain's Aunt Julie said that if I wanted to go to R.S. function, that she and Dusty would love to have Iain sleep over so that I could go and Brian & I could get some stuff done after I got back. I must say I didn't jump at the idea of Iain sleeping away from home (us). So I talked it over with Brian to see what he thought about the idea of him sleep over at their house. We were in the the basement going through some boxes when I told him about the Julie's offer. And he stopped what he was doing and said that he was totally up for Iain doing that but was I sure that I heard her right. So after we talked it over. We started getting Iain's stuff ready to go to Julie's house. So, Tuesday was the first night in a long time that Brian and I got to sleep for more than a few hours. Julie said that Iain did great and was very good (which doesn't surprise me in the least bit).

How do you talk about losing a baby...

I had just found out about baby number 2, when I lost it (I was 2 1/2 weeks or so, really not far along at all). I took the test after I came back from girls night out (after watching Eclipse opening night), I thought why the heck not its not like its going to be positive, right. Oh how wrong I was. I was going to surprise Brian by telling him about the baby while we were camping over the 4th of July. So that Saturday I started cramping and bleeding. And I just knew that I had lost the baby that had barely had a chance. So no one knew about the pregnancy but me. When someone in Brian's extended family told him that they were pregnant and don't tell Jenn. I was already hurting. That just hurt even more. And of cause now when we get together with them I always going to be reminded that I lost a baby that would have been 6weeks younger than hers. How do you deal with something like that?

Neverland wasn't for me...

What I always wanted to be was a wife and mother. But I also thought it would be great to be a lawyer. When ever I was asked what I wanted to be, my first answer was a lawyer, wife, and mother. It didn't matter how old I was when I was asked that question, it was always that same. I thought that it would be terrific to be a lawyer (I didn't know how much school and work it was going to take to become one, which by the way I'm perusing that career path.Much rather get my husband through school first). The adults around me would laugh and tell me I was too young to know what a lawyer was and I would be much better suited as a teacher. But I'm glad that at least two of the things that I said I wanted to be have come true. Being a wife and mother have given me more fullilment than anything I could have been.

Iain's stats

When we weighted Iain a week ago, he weighted 28lbs and was 33inches long. I couldn't believe it. I mean he is only 14months old. He loves to read stories. Loves to throw all of his balls. Being outside just makes him plain happy. Only takes one nap...and its a 3 hour nap. (Yeah me. Well sometimes he takes 2 naps. The first one by himself and than one with me, which I love). Always wakes up with a smile on his face. Has finally stared to sleep through the night (he goes down between 7:30-8pm). Loves all foods. Is really good in the car when we drive to Utah. He lights up when he sees his Aunt Shiree and Aunt Julie. Loves his Grandpa and Grandma (Brian's parents). Adores his Gram and Poppop (my parents). Folds his arms for prayers. Loves to be sang to and to sing. Daddy and Mommy are his favorite people ever. Knows how to call Gram on Mommy's cell phone, lights up when he hears her voice. Poppop and he are as thick as thieves. Mischief should have been his middle name. Has turned into the best claimer ever to have claimed. Is the cutest explorer. Loves to bring Mommy his treasures. Can get into anything. Baby proof my foot, he can open it if he wants to (and he normally wants too all the time). Lover of dirt and puddles. Loves church. Loves his stuffed turtles from Gram. I could go on and on. But I won't. Brian and I couldn't have asked for a sweeter boy than the one that Heavenly Father sent to us. We are very blessed that he is ours and are thankful for all the wonderful memories that are centered around Iain. Even if we are having the worst possible day all we have to do is look at Iain's sweet face and there is no way that those storm clouds can stay around for too long.

What is his name? Brian Arthur Bott

How did you meet? We first meet in September of 1998 at a tri-stake dance. We danced and than went on a walk around the Oakton stake center (the building was really quite hot). (I only went to 3 church dances that year and Brian went to all but 3. Kinda funny if you think about it). Well, my friends and I left before he could get my number. Fast forward to the end of January of 2004. Brian is a returned RM and I have just started going to institute on Thursdays at the Centerville Stake center. The YSA were playing volleyball and I was sitting on the stage, when Brian and his 3 sisters walk in. Brian comes up to me and introduces himself and his sisters. He than talks me into playing volleyball with everyone. After the munch and mingle a bunch of people decided to go out and get a bite to eat (my ride being one of them). So, I sit with Brian and his sisters and get to know them a little bit. I find out that Brian has just returned from his mission, his older sister had just graduated from BYU Hawaii, one was going to BYU-I, and the youngest graduating from high school in June. My ride and I leave the restaurant after Brian asks and get my number. On February 14th, Brian called and asked if I wanted to go to dinner and a movie. I said sure why not sounds like fun. We went to see a Series Of Unfortunate Events and went to Out Back Steak House. On the way back to my house we got lost in the snow. It was memorable to see the least (the movie theater and the restaurant were in Manassas and I lived in Fairfax, so I didn't know my way back from there). Okay, now fast forward to February 2007. I hadn't heard from Brian since April of 2004 when I moved away from VA. But I moved back to VA and my boyfriend and I broke up. A chance call from Brian on the 14th of February. We went to dinner at Outback Steak House (I know again), we than went to my house to watch a movie. How long have you been married? Almost 3 years. How long did you date? 4 months of dating and than 6 months of being an engaged couple How old is he? 27 years old Who eats more? He does most of the time. Who said "I love you" first? He did.

What is something you really like about him? I love that he can make the day brighter and I adore his smile. Whose temper is worse? We are actually both pretty even-tempered. Who does the dishes? We both do. We take turns. Who does the laundry? I do. Who pays the bills? He does. Who cooks dinner? We take turns. Who drives when you are together? He does all the driving. Who is more stubborn? Me on some things and Brian on others.

Whose parents do you see the most? His Who proposed? Brian did, on May 26th 2007 on Little Round Top in PA. Who has more friends? Don't know. Who has more siblings? We are tied on this one. Who wears the pants in the family? Brian does. Who is taller? Brian is by 7inches. Who sings better? I think he does. Who is first to admit when they did something wrong? We are both really good about doing that. We don't believe it's necessary to "fight". If we have a disagreement, we just talk it out. There is no point in raising your voice - it accomplishes nothing. Any special message for your hubby? That I love you more today than I did the day we got married. All right, all my friends.... your turn!!

How to play this game of tag. Post these rules on your blog. List 3 joys, 3 fears, 3 goals, 3 current obsessions/collections, 3 random surprising facts about yourself. Tag 5 people at the end of your post by leaving their names. Let them know they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

3 JOYS

1. My husband, who always says "I love you" and is very affectionate.

2. Our sweet boy, who is the joy of our lives.

3. Feeling the Spirit in every-day life.

3 FEARS

1. Not being with my family.

2. That our son won't be strong in the gospel.

3. Spiders and bees...

3 GOALS

1.To go to the temple more often.

2. To lose more of the weight I gained while pregnant with our son.

3. To start going on more walks or to the pool - just anything to get out in the fresh air more often!

3 CURRENT OBSESSIONS

1. Reading

2. Blogging

3. Croqueting

3 RANDOM FACTS ABOUT MYSELF

1. I burn really easy- I mean I step out side with sunblock and I burn.

2. Bugs love to bite me- I'm out side for 5minutes and I'll have 10 bites.

3.I like having the TV on in the background as I do dishes or clean the house - makes it a little more enjoyable.

5 PEOPLE TO TAG

I'm not going to tag anyone. If you want to do this one go ahead but if not its okay.

While I was blog-hopping I found this post, and thought it was sweet:

They told me about morning sickness, heartburn, and weight gain.

They didn't tell me about hearing the heart beat, seeing the ultrasound, or feeling her move.

They told me all their labor horror stories. They didn’t tell me that I’d be fine, and want to do it all over again. They told me how much sleep I’d lose. They didn’t tell me that I’d enjoy waking up because I had an excuse to hold her. They told me how I’d have to keep an eye on her at all times. They didn’t tell me that I wouldn’t be able to stop looking at her. They told me how frustrating it can be when she cries. They didn’t tell me how good it feels to comfort her and see her stop. They told me how draining it is to stay home all day everyday with your children. They didn’t tell me how hard it is to leave her when I go to work. They told me books to read, latest breaking news to watch, and all their opinions on raising a kid. They didn’t tell me that in the end I am the mom and know what’s best. They told me that my life would never be the same. They didn’t tell me that I would love the change. They told me that I would constantly screw up and my kids wouldn’t understand. But they didn’t tell me that becoming a mom would make me want to be just like mine.

The ABCs of Me...Kinda sounds like a soup to me

A- Attached or Single? Very happily married

B-Best Friend? Brian and Allie

C-Cake or pie? Definitely two layer red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting and peppermint candy. D-Day of choice? Saturdays b/c I get to spend the morning in bed. Brian takes Iain for a few hours so I can get a little extra sleep/time to my self. He is just the sweetest and the greatest husband. E-Essential Item? My cell phone that way I can keep in touch with my family and friends in VA. F-Favorite color? Pink, white, and blue. G-Gummy bears or worms? bears H-Home town? Fairfax VA I-Favorite indulgence? watching a good movie while eating a yummy treat. J-January or July? January b/c its right after the craziness of December and right before the weather gets nice. Where I can just sit in front of a fire with my hubby and cuddle before I out side a bunch. K-Kids? One sweet boy and hoping for another. L-Life isn't complete without? my hubby, our son, the gospel, and the Holy ghost M-Marriage date? October 11, 2007 N-Number of brothers and sisters? 2 brother, 1 brother-in-law,and 3 sisters on my side. 2 brother,2 brother-in-laws, and 3 sisters on Brian's side. O-Oranges or Apples? Oranges P-Phobias? Spiders, especially big creepy crawly ones. And bees. Q-Quote? I love Pres. Hinckley quotes: "I have long felt the greatest factor in a happy marriage is the anxious concern for the comfort and well-being of one's companion." "There is no one prefect way to be a good mother. Each situation is unique. Each mother has different challenges, different skills ans abilities, and certainly different children. The choice is different and unique for each mother and each family."- M. Russell Ballard R-Reasons to smile? my healthy baby, my loving husband, and the Spirit in my life. S-Season of choice? Fall... beautiful colors, perfect temperature...and when we chose to get married. T-Tag 3 people: Maryellen, Mer, and Juliana U-Unknown fact about me? I count calories, and look at nutrition labels on most things I buy at the grocery store. V-Vegetable? Spinach, green beans (straight from the garden), and potatoes.

W-Worst habit? Over thinking stuff. X-Xray or Ultrasound? Ultrasound Y-Your favorite food? Chinese. And bread sticks. Z-Zodiac sign: Sagittarius

This is silly...posting about entering to win a breast pump

So I just entered to WIN Medela Pump In Style® Advanced Double Electric Breast pump – The Metro Bag™(ARV $339.99 value) at Mom’s Focus! Stop by to enter http://b2l.me/9fg3u And I'm just trying to get the word out there to all the moms that I know that might be interested in entering to win a Medela breast pump. I know this is the dumbest post yet but all well.

Currently

Book

What to Expect When Your Trying To Expect

Song Hips Don't Lie by Shakira

Frequently worn outfit/item Dark jeans

Pink or cream tee Cobalt blue sweat shirt

ballet flats

Perfume Coconut Lime Verbena by Bath and Body Works. It's not glamorous, but it smells like sex in a bottle. Makeup Not a whole lot these days. Food Any baked goods that I bake. Cheese love love cheese. And yogurt. Drink Pepsi

Guilty pleasure Caramel Hot Cocoa Bane of my existence Not having a place of our own. Joy My husband and our sweet boy My family in VA My family here in CO and UT My friends all over the place Anticipation

Getting pregnant with baby number 2 Wish list A baby! A baby! A baby!

The ability to sew a straight line.

a massage For August to be here.

followup: Brian's Army band audition in on July 23rd...keep us in your prayers

Thought

Paying tithing is an amazing blessing.

Poeple stay out off it...We don't have to ask for permission

Why is it every time Brian and I turn around someone decides that its their place to tell us what we aren't allowed to do. We have decided that we want to have another baby (and since Brian is joining that US Army we don't see any problem with trying). But this past week-end at a family reunion we were told that someone in the extended family was pregnant. So when she was talking to my husband she told him not to tell me because than I would want to get pregnant because she was. Why anyone would say such a thing and than tell someone else husband to keep it from his wife, is beyond me. I would never be as presumptuous as to say that to someone let alone another persons husband. I hate that everyone thinks its okay to tell my husband and I what we should or shouldn't do. We had people tell us that we should have bought a bed because we didn't have that money (which we do). When we moved to Texas for the Spring and Summer of 2008 we gave the bed that I had had before we got married away (it was a Full for heavens sake). If we didn't buy it for our selves than who would. Brian's parents...I think not and we would not ask them to. Brian and I are married adults and we shouldn't have to ask for permission to buy a bed and/or have another baby. It's no one's business but ours. If we ask for advice that's one thing. But to be told regularly what we should and should not do. IS just getting to be a bit much and is causing stress in our marriage that does not need to be there. Oh another thing, I really hate when people tell my husband things than tell him to keep it from me. Do you really think its wise to tell another persons husband to keep something from his wife? I know for me at least when Brian keeps something from me I know because it's written all over his face and him for me. Is your extended family like this, and if they are how do you handle it?