Sunday, March 27, 2011
17 weeks- a Turnip? WHATS A TURNIP? Yes I must admit when I read this I was like what on earth is a Turnip I mean I have heard of it, but I could not think of what a Turnip looked like so to the store I go- for my Turnip..It was quite funny because when I first got to the veggie section I was baffled to find all small turnips, thinking to myself well I have to find one that is larger than the Avocado because hey my baby is suppose to be growing not shrinking..so after much digging I found one that is at least as big as the Avocado- but I hear I am in for a growth spurt this next week so I am excited to see what is next....More nudges going on this week, stronger and stronger and more and more...
At 16 weeks, well I had me a avocado- yeah not much bigger than apple but still the same growing each week.. its this week that I really started to feel the little avocado- it was not the flutters that I felt with the girls..but stronger more distinct nudges...it really is a amazing feeling..once you realize its not gas...which it takes a couple weeks to convince yourself that its not just GAS- but never the less I am really looking forward to more little and large nudges!
At 15 weeks my baby was a estimated size of a Apple- its hard to imagine I have a apple in there...I look bigger but that is left overs from my last pregnancy...but I am not worried nearly losing 7 pounds in the last 15 weeks from being so sick- it gives me a little wiggle room. I am however happy to announce that I am feeling better and the morning sickness has subsided..I have had a few run ins with some Heartburn but that is to be expected...TU-UM, TU-UM, TU-UM, TUMS!
At 16 weeks, well I had me a avocado- yeah not much bigger than apple but still the same growing each week.. its this week that I really started to feel the little avocado- it was not the flutters that I felt with the girls..but stronger more distinct nudges...it really is a amazing feeling..once you realize its not gas...which it takes a couple weeks to convince yourself that its not just GAS- but never the less I am really looking forward to more little and large nudges!
At 15 weeks my baby was a estimated size of a Apple- its hard to imagine I have a apple in there...I look bigger but that is left overs from my last pregnancy...but I am not worried nearly losing 7 pounds in the last 15 weeks from being so sick- it gives me a little wiggle room. I am however happy to announce that I am feeling better and the morning sickness has subsided..I have had a few run ins with some Heartburn but that is to be expected...TU-UM, TU-UM, TU-UM, TUMS!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
What does March 17 mean to you? Maybe it is an excuse to put on that T-shirt you bought online that proudly declares your heritage, whether true or not. "Kiss Me", it says, "I'm Irish." Perhaps it is a day for you to go, stranger to stranger, inflicting pain in the form of a tight pinch to those too forgetful to wear the right color clothing. Stickers don't count, you'll tell them as your nails dig into their arm for a festive squeeze.
Or maybe it is even a wonderful day of stress relief for you and your friends to travel from bar to bar downtown, buying pitchers of beer dyed in the spirit of the shamrock. You gulp down each glass saying to yourself, It's Saint Patrick's Day, let us celebrate it the way the Irish intended!?
Well, you just happen to be mistaken. It's not about the green, the leprechauns, the pinching or even the booze. The holiday, in its basest form, has nothing to do with Irish pride at all. In fact, the real Saint Patrick wasn't even from Ireland. He is thought to be born in Wales, across the Irish channel. The holiday is meant to celebrate the saint's works in and around Ireland, converting Pagans to Christianity and teaching forgiveness and humility!
So who was Saint Patrick? He was a Pagan himself. His small hometown on the coast of Wales was invaded sometime when he was a boy.
Maewyn, which is his real name, was sold into slavery and shipped to Ireland at the age of 16. Six years later he escaped, seeking refuge at a monastery in Gaul. There, Maewyn changed his name to Patrick and studied Catholicism. This is only one version of Saint Patrick's history however. Several other versions place him as being born closer to London or even in parts of Scotland.
It is then said that, two years later, Patrick returned to Ireland. His only mission was to convert the non-believers of the country to Christianity. It turned out that he was so persuasive and affective that the Celts put him in jail on numerous occasions. However, each time, Patrick found a way to escape.
Thirty years after he began his mission, he retired and then died on March 17, AD 461. Patrick was made a saint for his devotion to the church and his success in Great Britain. From that day forward the day of his death was celebrated throughout Ireland, Scotland and in the Catholic community as a day of remembrance and solemn worship.
But then what happened? Well through the years and the cultures, the religious holiday was transformed into a joyous celebration. This may be due to its proximity to spring, a symbol of fertility and life. Today it is traditionally celebrated almost as a mirror of Oktoberfest. Instead of celebrating the bountiful harvest of the summer and the coming of winter, Saint Patrick's Day rejoices in the end of winter and the coming of the fruitful sunny-season. Images of green have worked their way into the now-secular celebration, a symbol of spring, growth and the renewal of life with the changing of the seasons.
Even the shamrock once held a deep religious meaning. This three-leafed clover is an abundant weed throughout the fields of Ireland, Scotland and Britain. It is said to have been used by Saint Patrick to illustrate the Holy Trinity, a Christian belief that God is three entities in one. He showed that the three parts could exist separate while they were still connected at a central point. The shamrock was later incorporated into the Saint Patrick's Day tradition as a symbol of luck and good fortune.
So, while you dress in green and pinch those that are not- remember that this holiday has more spiritual meaning! I just had to share something that I learned a long time ago about this Holiday- I see it as a Celebration for Spring to come, but also reminds me that with the strength of the Lord behind you, you can do anything...! Hope you all enjoy your day-
Lilly Got to Wear her Pj's to school today- the theme for the day- so we found her only green pair of Pj's and put them on her...Amelia is sporting her pj's too...they are covered in hearts..but there is some green in them..so no pinching her cute little self... It memories like these I want to hold on to forever!
Original Article from http://www.collegiatetimes.com/stories/6610/st.-patricks-day-not-just-about-beer-and-pinching-people
Or maybe it is even a wonderful day of stress relief for you and your friends to travel from bar to bar downtown, buying pitchers of beer dyed in the spirit of the shamrock. You gulp down each glass saying to yourself, It's Saint Patrick's Day, let us celebrate it the way the Irish intended!?
Well, you just happen to be mistaken. It's not about the green, the leprechauns, the pinching or even the booze. The holiday, in its basest form, has nothing to do with Irish pride at all. In fact, the real Saint Patrick wasn't even from Ireland. He is thought to be born in Wales, across the Irish channel. The holiday is meant to celebrate the saint's works in and around Ireland, converting Pagans to Christianity and teaching forgiveness and humility!
So who was Saint Patrick? He was a Pagan himself. His small hometown on the coast of Wales was invaded sometime when he was a boy.
Maewyn, which is his real name, was sold into slavery and shipped to Ireland at the age of 16. Six years later he escaped, seeking refuge at a monastery in Gaul. There, Maewyn changed his name to Patrick and studied Catholicism. This is only one version of Saint Patrick's history however. Several other versions place him as being born closer to London or even in parts of Scotland.
It is then said that, two years later, Patrick returned to Ireland. His only mission was to convert the non-believers of the country to Christianity. It turned out that he was so persuasive and affective that the Celts put him in jail on numerous occasions. However, each time, Patrick found a way to escape.
Thirty years after he began his mission, he retired and then died on March 17, AD 461. Patrick was made a saint for his devotion to the church and his success in Great Britain. From that day forward the day of his death was celebrated throughout Ireland, Scotland and in the Catholic community as a day of remembrance and solemn worship.
But then what happened? Well through the years and the cultures, the religious holiday was transformed into a joyous celebration. This may be due to its proximity to spring, a symbol of fertility and life. Today it is traditionally celebrated almost as a mirror of Oktoberfest. Instead of celebrating the bountiful harvest of the summer and the coming of winter, Saint Patrick's Day rejoices in the end of winter and the coming of the fruitful sunny-season. Images of green have worked their way into the now-secular celebration, a symbol of spring, growth and the renewal of life with the changing of the seasons.
Even the shamrock once held a deep religious meaning. This three-leafed clover is an abundant weed throughout the fields of Ireland, Scotland and Britain. It is said to have been used by Saint Patrick to illustrate the Holy Trinity, a Christian belief that God is three entities in one. He showed that the three parts could exist separate while they were still connected at a central point. The shamrock was later incorporated into the Saint Patrick's Day tradition as a symbol of luck and good fortune.
So, while you dress in green and pinch those that are not- remember that this holiday has more spiritual meaning! I just had to share something that I learned a long time ago about this Holiday- I see it as a Celebration for Spring to come, but also reminds me that with the strength of the Lord behind you, you can do anything...! Hope you all enjoy your day-
Lilly Got to Wear her Pj's to school today- the theme for the day- so we found her only green pair of Pj's and put them on her...Amelia is sporting her pj's too...they are covered in hearts..but there is some green in them..so no pinching her cute little self... It memories like these I want to hold on to forever!
Original Article from http://www.collegiatetimes.com/stories/6610/st.-patricks-day-not-just-about-beer-and-pinching-people
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Ok so this is a week late because as of today I am actually 15 weeks but don't fret I will showcase my apple in a couple days...But at 14 weeks I had a lemon- that is the esitmated size of my 14 week old baby- I got this idea from from a friend who saw another person sharing her journey this way- and I thought how perfect..I love getting my emails each week with the estimated size down in fruits and veggies- and LOVE pictures...so it was in fact a no brainer- I had to do it..so starting it off at 14 weeks my little lemon-
Friday, March 11, 2011
Ok so I am totally in love with my friends daughter Sophia- she is just two weeks younger than my miss Amelia..She has gorgeous blue eyes and some very one of kind looks! She is playful and I spent most of the time chasing her.. I got to capture her when she was younger and I love getting to keep capturing..and she is going to be a big sister here soon- she is expecting a baby brother in July..she is going to be the best Big Sister ever and her baby brother is going to be just as gorgeous as she is...Just ♥ doing this!
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