(So glad we've made the decision to get the gallbladder taken out. I am so sick of waking up most mornings with a sore side or falling asleep at night just praying it won't go into a full blown attack. But the absolute worst that I am looking forward to no longer having to deal with is not having to nurse when having an attack. Here's to really hoping that the surgeon gets the procedure scheduled quickly after I meet with him May 3rd!)
I watched a new show this week called 9byDesign. It's about some people who renovate houses and have 6 kids and in the first episode a baby to be born. I was telling Jordan about it later and saying that I really liked it in certain ways. I love the fact that they weren't owned by their possessions, but rather it was about creativity and being together as a family. I loved their design aesthetic. Oh, I thought they were a little weird, but I'm sure they would think the same if they saw my family. For me though, it was the same sort of inspiration that I get from hoarders. More and more I desire to live a clean, uncluttered lifestyle.
I am really starting to read a lot of blogs and in an effort to trim down I am looking at prioritizing. There is so much to know out there. And I have so many interests. From spiritual studies to cloth diapering to food to gardening and crafty projects, not to mention saving money...it's crazy. I'm really interested to see what blogs others follow and why. I have gone from reading books to reading blogs. Which is okay for now, but I plan to get back to my real love someday. Perhaps when Liam, Finn and I start going to the library more...
I feel really random today. Full of lots of thoughts and feelings. I want to write, but I have a ton I want to do to. For now, I need to get outside and enjoy the beautiful morning...later today, hopefully making wetbags and then hanging out with hubby! But, I might sneak back and write a few more thoughts.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Sagas...
The cloth diapering saga...
So who would have guessed that I would love cloth diapering, so far anyway... I am loving learning this whole new world and the new language. From AIO to covers to pre-fold and flats it all interests me and I feel like I just want to know more. My primary reason for cloth diapering is to benefit my household economically. I am blessed to be a stay at home mom, but I have a job too. My job is to keep our expenses low by budgeting, couponing and putting in a little elbow grease to make our finances work. Of course that is all after the parenting, cooking and cleaning and most of all after the loving. I really do think that loving is what actually makes it all work. Back to the cloth diapering...it would be so easy to spend a fortune on this stuff. Cute fabrics and patterns call your name as you search through websites. I love reading what other moms have to say on what methods they use and why. Sure, there is more wash to do and the changing time takes a little more effort, but it's not as difficult as I thought and Liam thinks it's very interesting. I also think it is inspiring to really go for the potty training thing. Before Liam was born I wanted to totally do elimination communication or diaper free baby. I guess I just didn't prepare for it or go into it like I should have and in fact never really got there. Now, I have been diapering Liam for 2 years and want to stat potty training. With Finn, I am planning on doing a mix of CD & EC. Having 2 potty trained little boys would really help our financial situation. In the meantime, I will keep myself in check and not overbuy, but will throughly enjoy learning and getting the best deal in cloth diapering.
For those of you who are interested...
So far, I am using primarily pre-folds & flats on Finn with Thirsties & Flip covers. I also have some small size gDiapers and both the disposable inserts as well as 3 fleece inserts. On Liam I am using Flip cover with Flip inserts. I am also beginning to use training undies with either a Rikki Wrap or perhaps Dappi cover as well as the Flip cover and maybe even a Happy Heiny. I purchased several of these on diaperswappers.com from other moms...oh yeah, I am also getting to meet a new CD mom by picking up a small cover called wiggle worm tomorrow. Very exciting...maybe I will have a new friend.
The education saga...
Okay, so this one may have a little to do with politics which I try not to mention too much, but feel in this case that I must say something. As I learn about the things that are no longer being taught in our schools I am deeply saddened. It seems like our history and the foundation of the country is being lost. It is really important to Jordan and I that we and our children learn the truth of our heritage. It is important to learn what gives us American Exceptionalism. I have already started to teach Liam to recognize pictures of our founding fathers. Tonight I was learning about the spiritualism of the signers of the declaration of independence. Pretty amazing stuff. I know our Father God has his hand in the beginning of this country and I know His hand is still upon it. It is important to breed love of this country and a spirit of duty into my children. Jordan and I are praying for wisdom and guidance on what we need to do in regards to our children's education. We live open to His suggestion. Right now, I am learning alongside Liam. I know what John Adams looks like...do you?
The gallstone saga...
Oh the pain. I'm done. I am pretty much uncomfortable all the time. I have wanted to keep my gallbladder for so many reasons like if God put it there than there must be a good reason for it and it's not infected, couldn't I just clean up my lifestyle and eating habits. However, I have reached the end of my rope. During this last pregnancy I had a really rough road and know I can NEVER go through another pregnancy like that again. I thought once Finn had made his entrance that maybe things would be better, but I have had several attacks since then and am just not what I want to be. In talking with my RN this week she was telling me that the only natural way you can really go about stopping GS pain is to eat a NO fat diet. She said her daughter had managed to avoid having her gallbladder out for 20 years by eating virtually no fat...as far as i am concerned why would I want to live that way, especially if you eventually have to get it taken out. So, I will be meeting with a surgeon on May 3rd. Little nervous, little excited...
The co-sleeping saga...
Okay, so I have no problem with co-sleeping and although I'm okay with my baby sleeping in my bed with me, overall, it isn't my most favorite thing. I love the cuddle time. I love the sweet smell of baby head. I love the warmth of shared body heat. The thing is...I'm tired. I need a little me sleep time in order to really get rested. With my little boy cuddled up next to me I don't have the freedom to move around as much as I would like and let me just tell you, that my new little darling is noisy. He is a squeaker. Sleeping with a squeaker doesn't make for the most restful sleep for a light sleeper like I have become. Not really sue what to do at this point. Perhaps I would be okay if I was more willing to accept co-sleeping. For now though, I am just aiming to get a good night's sleep.
That's enough sagas for now. I have a few more I will expound on another time. For now I wish you a good night...
So who would have guessed that I would love cloth diapering, so far anyway... I am loving learning this whole new world and the new language. From AIO to covers to pre-fold and flats it all interests me and I feel like I just want to know more. My primary reason for cloth diapering is to benefit my household economically. I am blessed to be a stay at home mom, but I have a job too. My job is to keep our expenses low by budgeting, couponing and putting in a little elbow grease to make our finances work. Of course that is all after the parenting, cooking and cleaning and most of all after the loving. I really do think that loving is what actually makes it all work. Back to the cloth diapering...it would be so easy to spend a fortune on this stuff. Cute fabrics and patterns call your name as you search through websites. I love reading what other moms have to say on what methods they use and why. Sure, there is more wash to do and the changing time takes a little more effort, but it's not as difficult as I thought and Liam thinks it's very interesting. I also think it is inspiring to really go for the potty training thing. Before Liam was born I wanted to totally do elimination communication or diaper free baby. I guess I just didn't prepare for it or go into it like I should have and in fact never really got there. Now, I have been diapering Liam for 2 years and want to stat potty training. With Finn, I am planning on doing a mix of CD & EC. Having 2 potty trained little boys would really help our financial situation. In the meantime, I will keep myself in check and not overbuy, but will throughly enjoy learning and getting the best deal in cloth diapering.
For those of you who are interested...
So far, I am using primarily pre-folds & flats on Finn with Thirsties & Flip covers. I also have some small size gDiapers and both the disposable inserts as well as 3 fleece inserts. On Liam I am using Flip cover with Flip inserts. I am also beginning to use training undies with either a Rikki Wrap or perhaps Dappi cover as well as the Flip cover and maybe even a Happy Heiny. I purchased several of these on diaperswappers.com from other moms...oh yeah, I am also getting to meet a new CD mom by picking up a small cover called wiggle worm tomorrow. Very exciting...maybe I will have a new friend.
The education saga...
Okay, so this one may have a little to do with politics which I try not to mention too much, but feel in this case that I must say something. As I learn about the things that are no longer being taught in our schools I am deeply saddened. It seems like our history and the foundation of the country is being lost. It is really important to Jordan and I that we and our children learn the truth of our heritage. It is important to learn what gives us American Exceptionalism. I have already started to teach Liam to recognize pictures of our founding fathers. Tonight I was learning about the spiritualism of the signers of the declaration of independence. Pretty amazing stuff. I know our Father God has his hand in the beginning of this country and I know His hand is still upon it. It is important to breed love of this country and a spirit of duty into my children. Jordan and I are praying for wisdom and guidance on what we need to do in regards to our children's education. We live open to His suggestion. Right now, I am learning alongside Liam. I know what John Adams looks like...do you?
The gallstone saga...
Oh the pain. I'm done. I am pretty much uncomfortable all the time. I have wanted to keep my gallbladder for so many reasons like if God put it there than there must be a good reason for it and it's not infected, couldn't I just clean up my lifestyle and eating habits. However, I have reached the end of my rope. During this last pregnancy I had a really rough road and know I can NEVER go through another pregnancy like that again. I thought once Finn had made his entrance that maybe things would be better, but I have had several attacks since then and am just not what I want to be. In talking with my RN this week she was telling me that the only natural way you can really go about stopping GS pain is to eat a NO fat diet. She said her daughter had managed to avoid having her gallbladder out for 20 years by eating virtually no fat...as far as i am concerned why would I want to live that way, especially if you eventually have to get it taken out. So, I will be meeting with a surgeon on May 3rd. Little nervous, little excited...
The co-sleeping saga...
Okay, so I have no problem with co-sleeping and although I'm okay with my baby sleeping in my bed with me, overall, it isn't my most favorite thing. I love the cuddle time. I love the sweet smell of baby head. I love the warmth of shared body heat. The thing is...I'm tired. I need a little me sleep time in order to really get rested. With my little boy cuddled up next to me I don't have the freedom to move around as much as I would like and let me just tell you, that my new little darling is noisy. He is a squeaker. Sleeping with a squeaker doesn't make for the most restful sleep for a light sleeper like I have become. Not really sue what to do at this point. Perhaps I would be okay if I was more willing to accept co-sleeping. For now though, I am just aiming to get a good night's sleep.
That's enough sagas for now. I have a few more I will expound on another time. For now I wish you a good night...
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