Wow! Where has the time gone?!!! I have started to get back to blogging several times, but at those times I somehow didn't feel totally healed if that makes sense...? Or maybe I was scared of my feelings and scared to relive my life through a blog and feel all those emotions all over again. This past year has been one of the biggest whirlwinds I at times feel like I will ever experience. Then again, when I feel like I cant take another step, put on another smile, or face another day, I am reminded of God's goodness. His never ending goodness. Things may not always go as planned, or how we think they are supposed to go, but what we must always remember is that no matter the situation we face, we have a God who is always by our side to carry us through. When my days are long, and my emotions are worn, a still small voice comforts me and allows my thoughts to be turned to those of gratitude and of peace. As I get back into the blogging realm, I ask you to pray for me. As the time passes I hope to feel lead to share my entire story....happy and sad.....and hope to be a witness to someone who is struggling to hang on. I will be doing lots of editing and hopefully completely revamping my page. I am so excited about what God is doing in my life and I am so eager to share!!!
*Laken
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Family Vacation
BJ and I just got back from family vacation with his family in Pigeon Forge and had a blast! From Dollywood, to the Dixie Stampede, to our amazing house in the mountains, we all had a great time! We enjoyed the family time, and of course watching the girls soak up all the entertainment and fun!
The house was amazing! A bedroom and bathroom for each couple, a view that was breathtaking, and plenty of space for us to gather for cards, eating, or just chatting!
Dollywood was HOT to say the least, and very very crowded!!! But hey, we didn't let that stop us! The girls rode until they were rode out, and even BJ and Mr. Barry rode a few roller-coasters with us!
I think the Dixie Stampede was the highlight of everyone's trip, including the girls! Horses and girls in flowy sparkly dresses (princesses)....Mag and Mil didn't miss a thing! And everyone knows the food is unbelievable!
We all hate to see a vacation come to an end, but we were all ready to be back home too! I'm getting ready for another week of vacation next week with a ball tournament with BJ in Arkansas, then headed to the beach with my parents for a few days!!
Here are a few pictures from the trip!
The girls with Uncle B before dinner, our view from the house, eating ice cream, Maggie snoozing, and the girls and I watching the "the bad woman" from 101 Dalmatians!
The house was amazing! A bedroom and bathroom for each couple, a view that was breathtaking, and plenty of space for us to gather for cards, eating, or just chatting!
Dollywood was HOT to say the least, and very very crowded!!! But hey, we didn't let that stop us! The girls rode until they were rode out, and even BJ and Mr. Barry rode a few roller-coasters with us!
I think the Dixie Stampede was the highlight of everyone's trip, including the girls! Horses and girls in flowy sparkly dresses (princesses)....Mag and Mil didn't miss a thing! And everyone knows the food is unbelievable!
We all hate to see a vacation come to an end, but we were all ready to be back home too! I'm getting ready for another week of vacation next week with a ball tournament with BJ in Arkansas, then headed to the beach with my parents for a few days!!
Here are a few pictures from the trip!
The girls with Uncle B before dinner, our view from the house, eating ice cream, Maggie snoozing, and the girls and I watching the "the bad woman" from 101 Dalmatians!
Thursday, June 21, 2012
A Little Bit Stronger
Hello friends! It literally has been forever since I have posted. Some may know my circumstances, some may not, a detailed post will be coming, but for now, the few moments I have, I just wanted all to know we are doing very well, and my God is still good. We may not always understand the reason for the things we go through in this life, but God does. Our life's path is already set out before us, some good, some bad, all have a specific purpose designed by God! I am so thankful that my faith in God was shown and ONLY by that faith am I able to pick up the pieces of my life and continue in His perfect will for my life. Thank you to those who prayed, visited, called, sent flowers...etc. It meant so much to have your support through it all.
With love and thanks,
*Laken
With love and thanks,
*Laken
Friday, February 24, 2012
Long Time, No See
Yes, I know! I've been terrible at blogging lately, but boy is being pregnant hard work. When I'm not sleeping, sleeping, thinking about sleep, or being sick, sick, and oh yeah, sick......I'm at work or at school. Anyway, today I'm 12 weeks so 1st trimester is nearing the end of its course. I can ALREADY tell I feel better! Maybe it's a mind thing? Goodness I don't even care as long as I feel better lol. I promise to get on belly pics ASAP because yes....it's there!! Already discovered pony tail holders are my new best friends for buttons on my skirts lol. You wouldn't believe the extra breathing room! Oh and I'm so proud of my new craving........WATER!!!!!!!! Go me! Here is our little ones 11wk 5day pic! We are growing beautifully!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Growing...Growing...
9 week tomorrow and our little one is growing like a weed to say the least. I wasn't expecting yesterdays visit to be to in depth but boy was I shocked when we started the ultrasound. I knew from week 6 to 8 the baby would double in size, but to see these images on the screen was breaktaking. Mom cried like a baby and I wouldn't quite smiling...ALL DAY! The Dr. said he or she is doing great and growing just as he or she should. I also heard the heart beat again yesterday and it was soooo much more clear and strong! 182 BPM!! I am still going back every 2 week until I am out of the first trimester, but hey I don't mind! That just means I get to see him or her that much more and I love every minute of it. When I go back I will be almost 11 weeks, and my Dr. normally starts trying to determine the sex around week 12....so we MAY get to see the sex in 2 weeks, if not....for sure in a month I am hoping!! I am so greatful for a great Dr. who does an ultrasound every visit. :)) Here are the pics from yesterdays visit! I even got a 3D picture this time!! Although he or she looks really big in this photo, in reality, he or she is only a little over an INCH long. How funny huh?
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
8 weeks Friday 1-27
I wasn't going to update until tomorrow, but I know I am always anxious to see other blog updates, and hate it when they don't update in like 2 weeks (cough...Brittany lol) so I figured I'd throw a little something in today and of course update tomorrow after my Dr. appointment.
Since my last Dr. visit the sickness and nausea have come full force upon me. From just the nausea feeling all day, to the actual pure sickess ALL day, to good days and bad days....whatever symptoms they have on the books....I feel like I've had them all. I'm hoping once I hit the 2nd trimester that it will just vanish, but I won't keep my hopes up just incase it doesn't....plus that is still about another 4 weeks away until week 12.
I was hoping from hear-say that I wouldn't really have any cravings or eating frenzies until I was well into the pregnancy.....WRONG. I'm not sure if it is just my mind telling me I'm pregnant, or really the pregnancy lol, but when those cravings or urges come, I've given in every time, and I can tell I've GOT to do better with that. I was on a major health kick before I found out I was pregnant, eating very well...and now the thought of a turkey sandwich with mustard, or oatmeal, or egg whites, or even plain yogurt just make me cringe....although when I'm able to eat (which isn't very often these day) I want cheeseburgers, FF, or chicken nuggets....GO FIGURE!
As far as the baby bump....I can tell it is beginning to form and sticking out just a hair right now...but nothing noticeable in clothing. None of my clothes are to the brink of putting away as of now, and I'm hoping I can stay in them for at least maybe another 3-4 weeks.
All in all I am ready to head back to the Dr. tomorrow and see how big out little boy or girl has gotten since week 6. I hear they double in size between those weeks so I am anxious to see. Also, mom ordered me a heart doppler last week so I can keep at home and listen to the heart anytime I want, and I was soo very thankful for that. Again, with being early on in pregnancy, and my first pregnancy, every little thing scares me and I'm already on a first name basis with the nursing staff because of my continuous calls....so to be able to listen to the heart at anytime will be a big reassurance to me that things are alright, and a blessing at that to sit and listen to it nights on end if I desire :)
Thanks mom!!!
Have a great Tuesday!
*Laken
Since my last Dr. visit the sickness and nausea have come full force upon me. From just the nausea feeling all day, to the actual pure sickess ALL day, to good days and bad days....whatever symptoms they have on the books....I feel like I've had them all. I'm hoping once I hit the 2nd trimester that it will just vanish, but I won't keep my hopes up just incase it doesn't....plus that is still about another 4 weeks away until week 12.
I was hoping from hear-say that I wouldn't really have any cravings or eating frenzies until I was well into the pregnancy.....WRONG. I'm not sure if it is just my mind telling me I'm pregnant, or really the pregnancy lol, but when those cravings or urges come, I've given in every time, and I can tell I've GOT to do better with that. I was on a major health kick before I found out I was pregnant, eating very well...and now the thought of a turkey sandwich with mustard, or oatmeal, or egg whites, or even plain yogurt just make me cringe....although when I'm able to eat (which isn't very often these day) I want cheeseburgers, FF, or chicken nuggets....GO FIGURE!
As far as the baby bump....I can tell it is beginning to form and sticking out just a hair right now...but nothing noticeable in clothing. None of my clothes are to the brink of putting away as of now, and I'm hoping I can stay in them for at least maybe another 3-4 weeks.
All in all I am ready to head back to the Dr. tomorrow and see how big out little boy or girl has gotten since week 6. I hear they double in size between those weeks so I am anxious to see. Also, mom ordered me a heart doppler last week so I can keep at home and listen to the heart anytime I want, and I was soo very thankful for that. Again, with being early on in pregnancy, and my first pregnancy, every little thing scares me and I'm already on a first name basis with the nursing staff because of my continuous calls....so to be able to listen to the heart at anytime will be a big reassurance to me that things are alright, and a blessing at that to sit and listen to it nights on end if I desire :)
Thanks mom!!!
Have a great Tuesday!
*Laken
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Baby Dr.
I had another Dr. appointment today and today was the day for us to hear the heartbeat since I was so early the last time we were there. I will be 7 weeks this Friday and so far our baby is growing wonderfully. And let me say...the experience of hearing YOUR child's heart is beyond amazing. To know that I have another life inside me that will soon call me Mommy, and that I am helping supply his/her heartbeat was so life changing for me. My excitement grows everyday and the anxiousness to see him/her doubles :)
As for the pregnancy updates...I feel like the sickness for me is here to stay, and yes as bad as I'll hate to admit it, I've had a few mood swings that I've been terribly sorry to my husband for. I also feel like I rarely see BJ for me sleeping all the time......literally 8:00 has become my new bedtime, so we hardly have any time to enjoy each other's company. HOWEVER, I have made a promise to myself to do better, and enjoy every little minute we have left alone, because I do believe all those moments are special in a relationship. Although we both can't wait for the arrival of our baby, one on one time is important! Here are the pictures of our visit today, and the showing of our little one's heart beating at 117 BPM.
Also, as far as the poll goes as for what I will have......BOY is winning by a long shot! I only have a few people here at the bank who believe it will be a girl. Some just say they have that "feeling" and others by old wise tales of the heart rate, the sickness and tiredness and so forth. ME....I'm still clueless and don't really have a "feeling" yet, but hopefully that gut feeling will kick in soon. :)
As for the pregnancy updates...I feel like the sickness for me is here to stay, and yes as bad as I'll hate to admit it, I've had a few mood swings that I've been terribly sorry to my husband for. I also feel like I rarely see BJ for me sleeping all the time......literally 8:00 has become my new bedtime, so we hardly have any time to enjoy each other's company. HOWEVER, I have made a promise to myself to do better, and enjoy every little minute we have left alone, because I do believe all those moments are special in a relationship. Although we both can't wait for the arrival of our baby, one on one time is important! Here are the pictures of our visit today, and the showing of our little one's heart beating at 117 BPM.
Also, as far as the poll goes as for what I will have......BOY is winning by a long shot! I only have a few people here at the bank who believe it will be a girl. Some just say they have that "feeling" and others by old wise tales of the heart rate, the sickness and tiredness and so forth. ME....I'm still clueless and don't really have a "feeling" yet, but hopefully that gut feeling will kick in soon. :)
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