tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73789830833702640572026-05-06T23:50:29.485-07:00The Adventures of a Blondie MommieLife as a frugalista, shopaholic, first-time mommy!Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.comBlogger402125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-7508714598878920592012-06-26T12:59:00.001-07:002012-06-26T12:59:57.198-07:00Lucy's NurseryPlanning and decorating a baby girl nursery was SO much fun and surprisingly easy. It's much easier to find thrift shop items to refurbish and re-purpose items we already had when you're decorating for a girl. We're still waiting on the custom crib bedding, so I'll post a picture of that once it arrives. Otherwise, here is the "close" to finished product: Repainted dresser from Goodwill. I Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-41276521796053751662012-06-26T12:46:00.002-07:002012-06-26T13:00:07.146-07:00Pregnancy UpdateI'm SO behind on this blog! I am now almost 40 weeks pregnant and due in four short days. I've been scrambling to get everything done while trying to stock up on as much sleep as possible before our new little bundle of joy arrives. Here are my two most recent belly pics: No signs of baby girl coming early, and with this being my second that's totally fine with me. I'm enjoying my lastJack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-30726403818124164102012-04-16T14:45:00.000-07:002012-04-16T14:45:02.674-07:00Seven Month PregnantI can't believe how fast this pregnancy is flying by! You definitely don't have as much time to think about being pregnant (or do updates on the pregnancy) when you're chasing around a very active two year-old. Here are the seven month stats: Food cravings/aversions: Craving comfort food like macaroni and cheese, pizza, and cookies. Symptoms: Still lots and lots of contractions. Some days I Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-67372133528319776092012-03-15T09:19:00.000-07:002012-03-15T09:19:44.460-07:0024 Weeks Pregnant Six months pregnant already! Sometimes it feels like this pregnancy is flying by and somedays it feels like it's taking forever, just depends on how I'm feeling that day. Baby girl is very, very active and I love that, but it definitely makes for some uncomfortable nights! I've also been having lots of contractions, which I absolutely hate. I think a lot of this is due to the stress I'm under Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-23750964076992973952012-02-23T13:37:00.000-08:002012-02-23T13:37:29.505-08:00The NurseryWe're definitely on a budget for this little one. Luckily, Pinterest now exists and I have found SO many cool ideas for decorating our little girl's nursery. Below are some of the projects I've made or plan on making. So far I've only had the chance to clean and organize her room, so we still need to buy a crib and dresser. I still have 4 1/2 months to go, so I'm sure we'll get everything done inJack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-74076697897864577452012-02-13T19:46:00.000-08:002012-02-13T19:46:16.396-08:00Twenty Weeks Pregnant Twenty weeks pregnant and halfway there! I'm trying to take time to appreciate this pregnancy, since it will most likely be my last. Feeling a baby kick and grow inside of you has got to be the most amazing thing ever and I hope I never forget the sensation. So far (beyond the obvious complications), this pregnancy has been very easy going. Here are the stats: Size of baby: Banana! Weight gain Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-51489972039926751952012-02-10T07:32:00.000-08:002012-02-10T07:32:20.748-08:00Pregnancy Bump ComparisonsI think it's pretty cool to look back on my pregnancy with Jackson and compare how my belly looks with my second pregnancy. I took a weekly snapshot as my belly grew with Jackson and this time around I'm just doing it once a month (a LOT busier with this pregnancy!). 8 Weeks Pregnant with Jackson 8 Weeks Pregnant with Baby #2 (definitely a bit bigger!) 12 Weeks Pregnant with Jackson 12 Weeks Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-15388762435250760392012-02-07T14:35:00.000-08:002012-02-07T14:35:47.585-08:00Jackson's Second Birthday!I had SO much fun planning Jackson's second birthday party! This year I decided to split up the chaos between two parties, one for family and one for all of his little friends. The family party was low-key and we were able to spend a lot of time chatting and catching up while celebrating. The friend party was bigger and a little more elaborate with a bounce house and a circus theme, all ideas Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-61843681726116803322012-02-04T13:45:00.000-08:002012-02-04T13:45:02.493-08:00ComplicationsSo I got a call from my doctor on Wednesday, and it was not great news. During my 18-week ultrasound they determined that I have complete placenta previa, which basically means my uterus is completely covering my cervix. There are a lot of reasons why this is a bad thing, the biggest one being that I'm most likely going to have an early c-section. The second worst reason is the probable bed rest Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-91416454283789441052012-01-30T08:25:00.000-08:002012-01-30T08:25:20.217-08:00We're having a . . . . .GIRL!! We had it officially confirmed at our 18-week ultrasound last Friday and are thrilled! One of each is just perfect and we're so excited for our little princess to arrive. Jackson already refers to her as his little "sissy" while patting my belly, so we're hoping he'll be able to adjust to having to share his mama and dada once she arrives. Until then we're spending as much time snuggling Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-28350123003747037742012-01-24T10:44:00.000-08:002012-01-24T10:44:11.312-08:00Working Mommy Guilt Right now I'm overwhelmed with guilt. Consumed by it. Most of it has to do with having to work full-time to pay the bills and not being able to spend the time with Jackson that I would like. Some of it also has to do with my fears for the future when I have two babies to balance, while still working full-time. I cannot tell you how jealous I am of stay-at-moms. I would kill to be able to spend Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-54291773037230234182012-01-22T16:01:00.000-08:002012-01-22T16:01:21.405-08:00My Pregnancy Month-by-MonthWhen I was pregnant with Jackson I took pictures every week document my ever-expanding belly. Things are a tad more hectic this time around, so I've settled for pictures once a month. I'm also writing a once-a-month letter to our baby, talking about what the pregnancy has been like and what we're doing to prepare for their arrival. Here are the pics so far: Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-63406041395810866562012-01-18T14:13:00.000-08:002012-01-18T14:13:58.682-08:00Our Little OneOur first peek at our new little one was at 11 weeks, but unfortunately we didn't get any pictures from that ultrasound since it was an emergency one to find the baby's heartbeat. Luckily everything was great! We received another ultrasound at 13 weeks for our nuchal translucency screening and got some great shots to take home with us, as well as a gender that they're 90% sure about! We're Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-16194695927933706712012-01-16T16:12:00.000-08:002012-01-16T16:12:06.979-08:00Our Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that we'll be expanding our family this coming June! Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-61469028571967959192011-11-21T11:21:00.000-08:002011-11-21T11:21:33.202-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!Sometimes we all need a little reminder of how much we have to be thankful for. . . . Happy Thanksgiving! Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-23695468755068354352011-11-18T09:02:00.000-08:002011-11-18T09:02:05.785-08:00Pumpkin Picking (Without the Pumpkins)We took Jackson and Landen to this cute little pumpkin patch/farm in Gilbert called Vertuccio Farms this year. Jackson had a blast on the "momo" (train) and checking out all of the cute animals in the petting zoo. But his absolute favorite thing was the bounce house (which I definitely plan on renting for his birthday party this year!). Unfortunately I'm such an airhead that I forgot to get some Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-70387691188637578692011-11-17T08:00:00.000-08:002011-11-17T08:00:08.582-08:00More Hawaii PicturesPlaying dress-up in mommy's hat. My boys. Smiley boy. Giving Grandma kisses. Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-85253185412333174532011-11-16T09:49:00.000-08:002011-11-16T09:49:28.043-08:00Hawaii!Waiting for our flight. Did I tell you that I ended up taking Jackson on the flight by myself? Ryan wasn't able to get on, so it was me all by myself and Jackson was GREAT! Pirate Landen Beach Baby (while it lasted) Coloring at dinner. Landen trying to teach Jackson how to swim. Climbing the banyan tree. We never get pictures together, so I was happy this one came out ok. Landen paddle boarding Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-4084376523285575452011-11-16T09:00:00.000-08:002011-11-16T09:00:38.526-08:00Wayyyy BehindWHOA! I am way behind on this whole blogging thing. Sometimes I get really motivated to keep everything updated, and then other days I'd just rather read other people's blogs. Definitely need to do a face-lift around here and update some pictures. Since I've been neglecting this for so long lots of exciting things have happened. Can't share yet, but I have some VERY big news that I can't wait to Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-55020669834488609362011-10-07T09:24:00.000-07:002011-10-07T09:24:10.686-07:00Bon Voyage!Tomorrow we're off to Hawaii! The last time we went Jackson was only 9 weeks old and things were a LOT different. Can't say it was the best vacation of my life. This time I plan on having a blast, no matter what. Now that Jackson is mobile and talking, he's a lot more fun to interact with and I love seeing the world through his eyes. The only thing that makes me really nervous is the dreaded Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-38747187730572411592011-09-29T08:00:00.000-07:002011-09-29T08:00:07.793-07:00Fall StyleIf I had all the money in the world, here's what I would be wearing this Fall: Hat and Scarf Yellow and Drapey Pink with Necklaces Layered Chic Cool and Casual Red Pop Belted Ruffles Cheery and Comfy Loose Belted Chic Put-Together Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-23521833171120580442011-09-28T13:45:00.000-07:002011-09-28T13:45:01.360-07:00Quote I Love Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-76057446678385391922011-09-27T14:22:00.000-07:002011-09-27T14:22:41.555-07:00Summer NightsSome of my favorite childhood memories are of summer nights. The only relief from the sweltering summer heat was when the sun finally went down. There was a mass exodous of children heading outdoors as soon as the sun touched the horizon and we ran around like banshees until our mothers called us in for late bedtimes. The tradition continues with Landen and Jackson. Last weekend we headed Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-30335778875964988212011-09-23T08:00:00.000-07:002011-09-23T08:00:06.465-07:00Pound PuppiesEveryone who knows me is quite aware of my bleeding heart. I have a big problem with bringing home every stray/injured/lonely animal that crosses my path. My poor husband grudgingly puts up with this, but lately he's had to put his foot down. We now have six, count them six, dogs of various shapes and sizes taking over our house. Literally. They hog the couch, take over the bed at night, and Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7378983083370264057.post-31432870420962778882011-09-22T08:00:00.000-07:002011-09-22T08:00:01.405-07:00Quote I LoveHow true! Jack & Lucyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03402346052122924601noreply@blogger.com0