Little Drummer Boy

Since I posted last week, about my favorite Christmas song, my Teddy Bear has been talking about Christmas music. Actually, we've been talking a lot about Christmas traditions. My parents never had many. But I want it to be different for my Baby Girl.

Anyways, my Teddy Bear wanted to share his favorite Christmas song with all of you. The Little Drummer Boy. I would have never thought. But it is a really good song. Hope you enjoy it! Merry Christmas Eve!

Joy to the World

I was thinking today, one of my favorite Christmas songs is, Joy to the World. Hasn't always been. But in the last few years, this song, really has a new meaning for me. People are right, when they say, life changes when you become a parent. You see the world differently. Especially the holidays. And I'm so grateful!

Santa...Read Here!

I should start this post by saying, I'm not the most stylish woman. I lean heavily, on my friends. To you know, show me the ropes. I'm not kidding! After my separation, my friends took me to NYC. For a makeover, and shopping. Because, I had no style!

That doesn't mean, that I want to look frumpy. I like dressing up. I like feeling put together. And feeling like a woman. I just need help! But I do look at lots of magazines, I read many fashion blogs, and seek help from friends.

To be 100% honest though, the last year, I've lived in sweats. Sometimes leggings. And even days and days of PJs. I'm not proud. But I'm honest! Most of all, I like to be comfy. My clothes need to function. I have a sick baby. And a broken body of my own. That means, complicated clothes, don't fit into my lifestyle. Just plain and simple.

My Bestie has this great style. She is so cool and comfy. All the time! She has this ladylike look when she works. Most stylish doctor I know! Then she has these fun and funky clothes, when she performs. You should hear her sing! So I ask her a lot of questions. ;) A while back, my Bestie blogged about this cape. Love it!

Looks sorta like a jacket. Totally comfy. Just my style! Um, Santa if you are reading this...I want this for Christmas. And I swear, I've been a good girl! :) This cape, would totally dress up my usual outfit. And I might just try a little harder, to put on a pair of jeans...a few times a week!

Trust in Him

“The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.” Psalms 28:7


I'm home. Thank God! Last Monday, I went into the hospital, for surgery on my arm and shoulder. It was postponed until Tuesday. And I've spent the last few days, recovering. I'm still in a lot of pain. But thankful that God, has pulled me through this. Late this afternoon, I came home. I'm so glad!

If you noticed, I had scheduled some posts, while I was away. My Brother helped me with Friday Fill-Ins. And well, I think it went well. I still have posts scheduled for this week. I'm hoping by Friday, I'll be feeling better. Enough to blog. Because this is painful. I'm typing with my left hand. And this little post, this far, has taken about an hour to type up!

I'm very thankful to some amazing people. My Teddy Bear. Who never left my side. Has taken care of my precious Baby Girl. Loved us to pieces. His family...they're priceless! My Brother B. For just being truly amazing! Best little brother that anyone could ask for. My Bestie, she's just great! Praying for me. Calling every day, to just check on me. This guy, who has a HUGE heart! Bestie are you listening? ;) And my amazing friend and her family. Thanks guys! So many other friends were amazing and supportive. Thank you guys. I know, that our health is improving, just because we have you! Praying for us, loving us, and supporting us. Thank you!

This is my cue, to get some rest. My precious Baby Girl is sleeping. The house is quiet. And my dog, W is nudging me to lay down. I'm going to follow W's lead. Time for me, to get some sleep! I hope you are all having a good week. :)

I Choose to Love You!

Pretty much sums up how I feel about my Baby Girl and my Teddy Bear. Over the last 2 years, I've come to realize what's most important in the world. Love. Family. Honesty. Respect. Faith.

Family is not always the ones we were born into. Nor the ones we marry into. But the ones we create along the way. The people that want to be in your life. For the good and the bad. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing. I'd go through all that pain, hurt, and sorrow. Just to be able, to get to this good point.

It's all be well worth it! To know, I would get these 2 perfect people in my life. I do it the same. I'd choice the same. And I'd love even more!

Friday Fill Ins: The Shack

Hey everyone! This is Brother B. This week, I'm going to be helping out my sister, with her post. She is doing much better. Resting. Still on lots of meds for pain. This guy and my niece are taking a nap. My sister keeps giving me "the eye." I guess we should get started. I'm just going to type what she tells me to.

I hear it's Friday. Most of this week, has been a real blur! I'm 3 days post-op. But honestly, I'm ready to go home! Unfortunately, the doctors don't agree. I should get out Monday or Tuesday. :) (She's dreaming now.) Until then, my Brother B and I, are going to try and get this week's Friday Fill-Ins done.

1. As I neared the operation, I got more nervous.

2. The Shack is what I'm reading right now. It's interesting.

3. I didn't start out this way, but life is always changing.

4. I'm so happy, to tell the truth.

5. The best way to live, is by making yourself and others happy.

6. This is the reason I am so happy!

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to resting, tomorrow my plans include resting and Sunday, I want to go home! (I filled in those 1st 2. My sister fell asleep. Personally, I think my sister will be here until Monday. Don't tell her! She wants to go home on Sunday.)

Lisa Leonard and Christmas

I'm honestly in LOVE with everything Lisa Leonard. I can't lie! If I had the money, I'd order one of everything. EVERYTHING! I've never been like this before. But there is something about Lisa's designs. And this whole being a mommy thing, has turned me into a very sentimental woman.

So it should not shock anyone, I stopped when I saw this ornament. Really? She makes ornaments? Oh Teddy Bear, can we have a Lisa Leonard Christmas tree??? PLEASE!!!

But really, I wouldn't be disappointed to get one of these beauties. You know, as a Christmas present. So precious! Off to drool at more of Lisa's designs...

Please Pray

“Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21

Today, I'm going in for surgery. On my right shoulder and arm. Something that was supposed to happen, nearly a year ago. At the time, I didn't want to leave my Baby Girl. So I've dealt with the pain. So much pain!

This morning, I hope the doctors are able to repair everything. One shot. I don't want to be under the weather long. My Baby Girl needs me. I'm trying to be strong. But I am scared. Please, say an extra prayer for me today. I could definitely use it.

Hey There, It's Yogi Bear!

Recently, My Teddy Bear and my Baby Girl, spend their morning watching cartoons. Old cartoons to be more specific. I love hearing their laughter. I'm usually tumbling out of bed. Looking for a slipper. Trying to get my eyes open. Wondering if the sun is really up. I'm not a morning person!

Then I look into the living room, and I find my 2 loves, snuggled up. Watching cartoons. Laughing. Enjoying some silly storyline. And my heart feels like it's going to burst, with love!

Lately, the favorite at 5AM, seems to Yogi Bear. Do you remember Yogi? I remember watching Yogi with my Bestie! Early morning TV. Whenever we had sleepovers. So glad my Baby Girl gets to enjoy it too!

Friday Fill Ins: Twinkling Lights

Friday, Friday! I thought you'd never get here! Honestly, this has sorta been a long week. For a lot of reasons. Mostly, me stressing in my head. I'm sure you know what that's all about. Don't get me wrong. It's been a good week too. My Baby Girl and I, have spent so many hours, cuddling and watching our Christmas lights. Yes, we've spent a lot of time, just being Mommy and Little Monkey. :) I've enjoyed every second of it! I better get to my Friday Fill-Ins. 'Cause I want to spend lots of time today, cuddling my sweet Baby Girl.

1. One of my favorite things about December is the twinkling lights and the smell of fresh pine.

2. We got new and personalized ornament(s)!

3. This is what I'm hoping for today/tonight: is a relaxing, fun, and blessed day.

4. What's that noise?

5. Ooh, a sale. :)

6. The phone is ringing!

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to watching this guy celebrate a great year, tomorrow my plans include lots of online Christmas shopping and Sunday, I want to hangout with my Baby Girl, my Brother B, W, and my Teddy Bear!