EEG- Today!
The alarm was set for 4:00 am- Jon and I both went to bed extremely late for such an early morning. 3:00 am- Brayden is awake and crying... I let him cry as I gave myself a few more zzz's. The alarm goes off and I can't even bring myself to move... after a few snoozes I force myself out of bed and walk over to my little man's room. He lays in his crib fast asleep- the most precious little sleeper. I quietly call his name, the little man smiles in his sleep at the sound of my voice. When he opens his eyes- he starts to do this adorable dance- and I'm awake.
It's 4 hours before Brayden typically gets up in the morning and my little man could care less. He only fusses when daddy brings in his bottle but doesn't hand it to him- now that's amazing. If he can wake up so happily- why should I not? So here I am- happy sitting next to my little guy as the rest of the house is silent. Please don't misread me- when the clock strikes 5:45- I'm back to bed for a few extra zzz's before his appointment. I wish I wasn't so exhausted but- getting 3 1/2 hours of sleep just doesn't cut it for this mom! Not anymore!
I am feeling relatively good about Brayden's upcoming appointment. I have this sense of peace about it. The great thing- is we arrive, the hook up some things to his body, and he goes to sleep- how easy is that? Brayden will be asleep for the entire appointment- that's not very stressful. I hope he easily falls asleep, but I can't imagine him not begging to shut his eyes. The great news is- by the time this is "test" is over- we should have some clear answers and I fully expect that they'll tell us he's just fine. I will try and update everyone today- but it's going to be a crazy afternoon/evening with Trick or Treat night.
Please pray that Brayden sleeps easily for the EEG and for the wisdom of his doctor. Pray that tests show that he is indeed, just fine and we can rest easily tonight. Thanks!
Building A Legacy
Gender Reveal Party
Gender Reveal Party....
This is my adorable, prettiest pregnant woman I have ever seen, best friend Kathryn Drake. Kathryn is 20 weeks pregnant, isn't she beautiful!!! Today was her 20 week Ultrasound appointment where she got to see the beautiful pouty lips of her baby growing inside of her and find out whether she was having a boy or a girl. Well, Kathryn DID NOT find out today whether she was having a boy or a girl- she had the technician write on a piece of paper and seal it in an envelope. Kathryn and Blair then transported the envelope to my house, handed it over to me (via my front porch since I wasn't home)- and walked away...
I am sitting here overwhelmed with the news. I am so very excited for my dear friend and her family. What a privilege and blessing it is to hold an envelope in my hands and be the only one who knows (minus the technician) if Kathryn is carrying a little boy or a little girl! I cannot wait for the Reveal Party! It's going to be one of the most special evenings... I cannot wait to watch Kathryn and Blairs reaction to the news! They are going to be soooo surprised!
So we are days away from the Reveal- the house is coming together nicely. I have been having fun getting the house decorated for the big Reveal. I started getting ideas from other blogs and youtube videos and then have been putting on my own unique finishing touches. A few things I've been working on-
Some awesome sites:
http://www.lilsugar.com/Heirloom-Baby-Shower-Games-Activities-2960734
http://www.chiccheapnursery.com/2011/baby-shower/gender-reveal-party-for-baby-swartout-featured-party/
http://www.createmyevent.com/2010/04/diy-baby-gender-reveal-party.html
I am sitting here overwhelmed with the news. I am so very excited for my dear friend and her family. What a privilege and blessing it is to hold an envelope in my hands and be the only one who knows (minus the technician) if Kathryn is carrying a little boy or a little girl! I cannot wait for the Reveal Party! It's going to be one of the most special evenings... I cannot wait to watch Kathryn and Blairs reaction to the news! They are going to be soooo surprised!
So we are days away from the Reveal- the house is coming together nicely. I have been having fun getting the house decorated for the big Reveal. I started getting ideas from other blogs and youtube videos and then have been putting on my own unique finishing touches. A few things I've been working on-
Girl/Boy
Cast Your Vote
Girl/Boy Onesie
Wishes For Baby
Kathryn's Kravings
Baby Name Ideas
The Finishing Touches
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The Reveal!!!
Team Blue
Team Pink
The Cake
Cutting the Cake
It's A ...
BOY
Ava Grace- you're having a brother!
Happy Moment
Kathryn & Blair- thank you so much for the opportunity to throw you this fun party! I had a great time thinking and working on everything. I cannot believe that the moment has passed and we are all celebrating the upcoming arrival of your little boy! I cannot wait to meet your little guy!! Congrats!! I hope today you felt incredibly blessed. I love you so much!!! It's A Boy!!!
Some awesome sites:
http://www.lilsugar.com/Heirloom-Baby-Shower-Games-Activities-2960734
http://www.chiccheapnursery.com/2011/baby-shower/gender-reveal-party-for-baby-swartout-featured-party/
http://www.createmyevent.com/2010/04/diy-baby-gender-reveal-party.html
Terrible Two's..
Terrible Twos... so the other day I was reading my friends blog about her very two year old and it gave me great peace to know I'm not the only mom with a two year old who's not the child I feel I've raised :) ... what I mean is... I'm the perfect mom :) HAHAHAHAHAHAHA....
Okay- now that I have that out of my system...
I am NOT the perfect mom- I strive to be the best I can be for my children, but I'm a sinner and that comes out in my every day struggles with my children.
But- I do feel like when it comes to discipline, I am as consistent. I give one warning and then there is a consequence. The consequence being a timeout for two minutes. It's been working nicely.... well, until summer became fall and the temperature dropped and socks (it's like a swear word in our house) and shoes became a must! I have heard of texture issues and I do believe that has come into play... but seriously, I bought new socks without seams so WHY does the battle go on?
Because it's NOT about the socks... it's not about the shoes... it's not even about the clothes... it's about my little dependent child becoming independent. So HOW in the world so I make peace in our home again? Certainly yelling and screaming and mommy becoming a big storm cloud is NOT doing the trick!
Today I made a new decision about our issue with dressing in the morning. This is certainly not the only issue we're having with the "terrible two's" but it's the major one that starts my happy morning spiral into a grumpy one. So back to my new decision. I'm going to continue to allow her to pick out "most" of her outfits. Socks included! And then I'm going to give her one chance to let me "help" her get ready. If a tantrum begins, I'm walking away. Shutting the door and allowing her to get it all out of her system. Eventually, she will get dressed or come down all cool and collected and ask for my help, I'm convinced. As I'm spending time in the Word and doing a devotional on Gratitude I hate that after praying to have a grateful heart- it's quickly diminished as I fight to get my child dressed in the morning. I was had a great evening with friends last night and they prayed over me. I feel encouraged even though today was not the easiest - I'm going to continue to work on my heart and my attitude!
Okay- now that I have that out of my system...
I am NOT the perfect mom- I strive to be the best I can be for my children, but I'm a sinner and that comes out in my every day struggles with my children.
But- I do feel like when it comes to discipline, I am as consistent. I give one warning and then there is a consequence. The consequence being a timeout for two minutes. It's been working nicely.... well, until summer became fall and the temperature dropped and socks (it's like a swear word in our house) and shoes became a must! I have heard of texture issues and I do believe that has come into play... but seriously, I bought new socks without seams so WHY does the battle go on?
Because it's NOT about the socks... it's not about the shoes... it's not even about the clothes... it's about my little dependent child becoming independent. So HOW in the world so I make peace in our home again? Certainly yelling and screaming and mommy becoming a big storm cloud is NOT doing the trick!
Today I made a new decision about our issue with dressing in the morning. This is certainly not the only issue we're having with the "terrible two's" but it's the major one that starts my happy morning spiral into a grumpy one. So back to my new decision. I'm going to continue to allow her to pick out "most" of her outfits. Socks included! And then I'm going to give her one chance to let me "help" her get ready. If a tantrum begins, I'm walking away. Shutting the door and allowing her to get it all out of her system. Eventually, she will get dressed or come down all cool and collected and ask for my help, I'm convinced. As I'm spending time in the Word and doing a devotional on Gratitude I hate that after praying to have a grateful heart- it's quickly diminished as I fight to get my child dressed in the morning. I was had a great evening with friends last night and they prayed over me. I feel encouraged even though today was not the easiest - I'm going to continue to work on my heart and my attitude!
8 Months!!!
Brayden Celebrates 8 Months
Update on Neurologist Appointment
16 lbs 10 oz & 26 1/4"
My little guy is growing. He is sitting well unassisted now. He is also very close to taking off on his hands and knees. He is the happiest baby. Always eager to smile at those he makes eye contact with. He brings so much joy to my life and those around me.
We had him into see the neurologist. The doctor believes there is no reason to worry and called the tremors: benign shutters. We have scheduled an EEG just to make sure everything is okay, but I'm feeling okay about everything. Since starting this post (a few days ago) Brayden has had a few more series of shutters. I tried to get them on camera so we could show the doctor, but with this gloomy weather, the lighting was horrible.
So for my 8 month little guy... he is doing well. Eating like a champ.
We had him into see the neurologist. The doctor believes there is no reason to worry and called the tremors: benign shutters. We have scheduled an EEG just to make sure everything is okay, but I'm feeling okay about everything. Since starting this post (a few days ago) Brayden has had a few more series of shutters. I tried to get them on camera so we could show the doctor, but with this gloomy weather, the lighting was horrible.
So for my 8 month little guy... he is doing well. Eating like a champ.
Foods:
- Chicken (allergic)
- Green Beans
- Bananas
- Applesauces
- Peas
- Carrots
- Squash
- Sweet Potato
- Pears
- Peaches
- Avocado
- Beef (allergic)
- Raspberries
Sounds Like Words:
Gaga
Baba or what I like to think is Mama
Dear Brayden,
What a pleasure it is to be called your mommy. You brighten each and every single day for me. As soon as I say "Baby Boy" you melt into the person holding you and it's all I can not to kiss those big cheeks until they're raw! (sometimes I do!) Continue to have patience with me- lately mommy has been feeling the stress of having a two year old. :) I love you my sweet boy! Can't wait to see what you do next!
Neurologist
Neurologist- I feel like every few weeks I'm updating this blog with a new and scary issue for my little guy. A week ago, we were having a normal evening at home when all of a sudden Brayden started tremoring/seizuring on my dads lap. An hour later Brayden did a series of tremors that lasted 5 seconds each time for a total of 7 times. We called the on-call doctor who assured us he was okay but to call back if he had any more.
The following day- I was home alone with him when he started tremoring again. He did another series of 5 or 6 for 5 seconds each time. I immediately called the doctor and they set up an appointment for the following day, but told me they thought he was just fine.
Finally getting in to see Brayden's pediatrician he decided that we should see a neuro pediatric doctor to make sure something wasn't more serious. He said since he wasn't losing consciousness he was probably okay, but wanted to make sure. It's hard to get in to see a neurologist unless the matter was urgent but our pediatrician assured us that he felt this wasn't something that needed to be checked in the next few weeks so we settled for an appointment in December.
That evening after Brayden's doctor visit, we had a worship night with the Alteros. After a great night of worship, Tim and Ashley prayed over my little man.
The following day, I received a call from the doctors office stating someone canceled an appt to see the neurologist and asked if we'd be able to make an appointment for this Monday!! She apologized for short notice as I thanked her repeatedly for calling us!
So- stay tuned... tomorrow is Brayden's neuro appointment. Brayden has had a few more tremors here and there but thankfully no series of tremors. Prayers welcome!
The following day- I was home alone with him when he started tremoring again. He did another series of 5 or 6 for 5 seconds each time. I immediately called the doctor and they set up an appointment for the following day, but told me they thought he was just fine.
Finally getting in to see Brayden's pediatrician he decided that we should see a neuro pediatric doctor to make sure something wasn't more serious. He said since he wasn't losing consciousness he was probably okay, but wanted to make sure. It's hard to get in to see a neurologist unless the matter was urgent but our pediatrician assured us that he felt this wasn't something that needed to be checked in the next few weeks so we settled for an appointment in December.
That evening after Brayden's doctor visit, we had a worship night with the Alteros. After a great night of worship, Tim and Ashley prayed over my little man.
The following day, I received a call from the doctors office stating someone canceled an appt to see the neurologist and asked if we'd be able to make an appointment for this Monday!! She apologized for short notice as I thanked her repeatedly for calling us!
So- stay tuned... tomorrow is Brayden's neuro appointment. Brayden has had a few more tremors here and there but thankfully no series of tremors. Prayers welcome!
A Beautiful Fall Day
A Beautiful Fall Day
Ways Fruit Farm- Our 3rd Annual trip to the Ways Fruit Farm was our best year yet! We had a beautiful day for pumpkin picking and fun family time! We started off our morning with a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch. We had a wonderful time exploring the patch trying to find the perfect pumpkins for our two beautiful pumpkins!
(the happiest kid in the patch!)
Mommy & Her Little Man
Daddy & His Girl
We found our pumpkins a lot faster this year... I don't know if it's because we've become pro's at finding the perfect pumpkins OR if Ruthie was eager to go pick an apple and wanted to get this show on the road... either way, we had a great time walking through the patch and came home with two great looking pumpkins
(Ruthie & Daddy searching for their pumpkin)
(Success!)
(Mommy & Brayden searching for their pumpkin!)
(Success!! Two great pumpkins!)
After leaving the pumpkin patch- we checked out the little store for some yummy treats. We came home with a few tiny pumpkins and some yummy soup! Before leaving, we wanted to go to the petting zoo. AND Ruthie insisted that we go apple picking.
(Ru holding a cute little bunny)
(Apple picking)
(Taking a break to sit and enjoy her apple)
(My sweet boy!)
We had a wonderful time!
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