Yes, I finished the third book in the trilogy.
I reread my first blog post about the first book. Wow... my opinion has definitely changed. Remembering back, the first book was SO out of my comfort zone, but I am glad I read all three of them!
The only way I can explain without ruining everything is by saying that the books evolve from S&M to passion/mystery/suspense. Very enjoyable and I have hope that E L will write another book for the fans!
We Are Family
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Looking Back/Looking Ahead
We had family pictures last Friday. It was HOT and I was a sweaty pig, but I think Sarah got some GREAT pictures of the kids and one good enough family picture! :) It's hard being a 2 year old and getting pictures taken outside. Nolan just wanted to run and play and it's not easy to get a family picture that way!!!
This weekend is going to be a blast!!!
Friday, after I workout in the morning at the Walnut Creek YMCA, the kids and I are going to head up to my mom's house for lunch with GG, nap time, and a slumber party with Mama Sue! We are going to have a picnic supper, go for bike/stroller ride and see some of Mommy's friends. While we are gone, Daddy is going to relax and have a "Jon" day. He has a half day scheduled at work and is going to come home and meet with a guy for an extimate on a project we are working on at our house. Then he is going to do whatever even if that just means go to bed at 4 in the afternoon! LOL
(PS. I am scheduling a day like this too.... but minus the overnight away from Kalyn)
We are going to Valley Junction's Smoked meat festival thing Saturday afternoon/evening after naps. The rest of the weekend we are going to come and go as we please and we all couldn't be happier!!
Thinking about doing a Thankful Thursday weekly post... we'll see!
This weekend is going to be a blast!!!
Friday, after I workout in the morning at the Walnut Creek YMCA, the kids and I are going to head up to my mom's house for lunch with GG, nap time, and a slumber party with Mama Sue! We are going to have a picnic supper, go for bike/stroller ride and see some of Mommy's friends. While we are gone, Daddy is going to relax and have a "Jon" day. He has a half day scheduled at work and is going to come home and meet with a guy for an extimate on a project we are working on at our house. Then he is going to do whatever even if that just means go to bed at 4 in the afternoon! LOL
(PS. I am scheduling a day like this too.... but minus the overnight away from Kalyn)
We are going to Valley Junction's Smoked meat festival thing Saturday afternoon/evening after naps. The rest of the weekend we are going to come and go as we please and we all couldn't be happier!!
Thinking about doing a Thankful Thursday weekly post... we'll see!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Family Pictures
My BEST friend took our family pictures on Friday. She also took Nolan's 2 year pictures, Kalyn's 4 month pictures, and Brayden's 4 year pictures. The boys were SO handsome and Kalyn was such a ham!!
Check out the preview at www.sarahmcconnellphotography.net
Her email is mac4cy@live.com if you are in need of pictures.
Check out the preview at www.sarahmcconnellphotography.net
Her email is mac4cy@live.com if you are in need of pictures.
Friday, May 18, 2012
Anniversaries
I love anniversaries .... Of the day I first met Jon, of the day I met each of my babies, of the days that I found out that I was pregnant, wedding anniversaries....
There are some not-so-fun anniversaries. Saying goodbye too soon to loved ones are not anniversaries I particularly like.
Three years ago today God welcomed an amazing man into heaven. Jon's dad passed away very unexpectedly and left an emptiness in our hearts. We miss him everyday and always think about what he would say and do. When we found out that we were pregnant with our third, we joked about what he would say and how happy he would be.
Rick was so good to me. He treated me like a daughter and was genuinely interested in things that I did- Farrell's, cooking, work, etc.
One of my favorite times was simply raking the yard with him one fall in Waterloo. It was right after Jon and I got married. (I was pregnant at the time but didn't know it). We were talking (he was distracting me so I wouldn't notice) while he raked behind what I was raking. :) I was leaving behind a few leaves. :)
The last time Brayden, Jon, josh, and I saw him was at maid rite for supper before he left to head back to Waterloo. He was holding his sweatshirt up to shade the car window where the sun was shining on Brayden.
I hate that this happened. I don't think it is fair. I still don't understand. And I still am selfish and want him here instead of heaven.
Love you and miss you, Rick!
There are some not-so-fun anniversaries. Saying goodbye too soon to loved ones are not anniversaries I particularly like.
Three years ago today God welcomed an amazing man into heaven. Jon's dad passed away very unexpectedly and left an emptiness in our hearts. We miss him everyday and always think about what he would say and do. When we found out that we were pregnant with our third, we joked about what he would say and how happy he would be.
Rick was so good to me. He treated me like a daughter and was genuinely interested in things that I did- Farrell's, cooking, work, etc.
One of my favorite times was simply raking the yard with him one fall in Waterloo. It was right after Jon and I got married. (I was pregnant at the time but didn't know it). We were talking (he was distracting me so I wouldn't notice) while he raked behind what I was raking. :) I was leaving behind a few leaves. :)
The last time Brayden, Jon, josh, and I saw him was at maid rite for supper before he left to head back to Waterloo. He was holding his sweatshirt up to shade the car window where the sun was shining on Brayden.
I hate that this happened. I don't think it is fair. I still don't understand. And I still am selfish and want him here instead of heaven.
Love you and miss you, Rick!
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Weekend Wrap Up
We had a great weekend -BUSY, but GREAT!
Thursday (yes, I start this as the beginning of my weekend), one of my BFF's and her daughter came down and we went to the Valley Junction farmer's market. We typically go on Thursdays, but it was my friend's first time. We enjoyed the shops, music, and food. Then we went to Colby park to play/exhaust the kids!
Friday, we were back to our regular routine. GLT...(instead of GTL from Jersey Shore-LOL) Gym, Lunch, Time to nap. During naptime, I did reorganized the kitchen while I packed up a few things for Saturday. We grilled out and Josh came over to join us.
Saturday, Kalyn and I made our way to Ogden for a PC Bridal shower. It was great seeing people I hadn't seen in forever! Jon and Josh were golfing--It was Josh's 34th bday!! Nana was watching the boys. I got home in time to unload the car, play outside with the boys, and head to Newton for my friend, Malissa's 30th birthday dinner!
Sunday, we went to Boone and had a picnic lunch like old times with my mom, gma, uncle, brother, and my friend and her daughter and niece. The food was delicious and the company was great!
Thursday (yes, I start this as the beginning of my weekend), one of my BFF's and her daughter came down and we went to the Valley Junction farmer's market. We typically go on Thursdays, but it was my friend's first time. We enjoyed the shops, music, and food. Then we went to Colby park to play/exhaust the kids!
Friday, we were back to our regular routine. GLT...(instead of GTL from Jersey Shore-LOL) Gym, Lunch, Time to nap. During naptime, I did reorganized the kitchen while I packed up a few things for Saturday. We grilled out and Josh came over to join us.
Saturday, Kalyn and I made our way to Ogden for a PC Bridal shower. It was great seeing people I hadn't seen in forever! Jon and Josh were golfing--It was Josh's 34th bday!! Nana was watching the boys. I got home in time to unload the car, play outside with the boys, and head to Newton for my friend, Malissa's 30th birthday dinner!
Sunday, we went to Boone and had a picnic lunch like old times with my mom, gma, uncle, brother, and my friend and her daughter and niece. The food was delicious and the company was great!
So I Admit It...
I am not a perfect parent. Shocking, I know!
This week (yes, I know it is only just barely Wednesday) has been challenging. I could use a day off!! A tropical vacation sounds delightful if anyone would like to send me away on one! I have found that staying home doesn't come with any PTO, so..... that's a bummer, huh!?
Yesterday was challenging and the very last button was pushed by Nolan when he decided to scream and cry off and on for two hours after his nap. Even Brayden was asking him what was wrong and telling him that he needed to be quiet. He looked at me like, "mom, WHAT is going on!?"
Resolution, strap the kids into the car and get a giant pop.
Let's see what happens today!! We are headed to the zoo with my friend and her two kids.
This week (yes, I know it is only just barely Wednesday) has been challenging. I could use a day off!! A tropical vacation sounds delightful if anyone would like to send me away on one! I have found that staying home doesn't come with any PTO, so..... that's a bummer, huh!?
Yesterday was challenging and the very last button was pushed by Nolan when he decided to scream and cry off and on for two hours after his nap. Even Brayden was asking him what was wrong and telling him that he needed to be quiet. He looked at me like, "mom, WHAT is going on!?"
Resolution, strap the kids into the car and get a giant pop.
Let's see what happens today!! We are headed to the zoo with my friend and her two kids.
Another 50 Shades
Yep, I did. I read the 2nd book, Fifty Shades Darker.
The first book left me wanting to know what was going to happen. Like I said, the last chapter in the first book was great.
The second book really starts giving you some insight to answer the WHY questions I had about the characters.
There is still a lot of detailed, sexual content, but if you can look past it, there is a great story, I think.
The last couple paragraphs in the 2nd book were intense so onto the third book....
The first book left me wanting to know what was going to happen. Like I said, the last chapter in the first book was great.
The second book really starts giving you some insight to answer the WHY questions I had about the characters.
There is still a lot of detailed, sexual content, but if you can look past it, there is a great story, I think.
The last couple paragraphs in the 2nd book were intense so onto the third book....
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