I don't really know what to write about right now, but I had the inkling to post, so here I am. A relaxed night in the McNutt household. Although, I really need to finish the laundry, finish the dishes, and find some more food... Hmmmm...
This week has been great, but I am going back to the phase of feeling unproductive. Ugh, it's because I haven't been able to sleep less than 12 hours a night. I know what you're thinking, that that is a crazy thing to be annoyed about, but seriously, I wake up feeling like I'm getting nothing accomplished. This morning I actually got up to go to Mass, I ate breakfast with Husband, and then he left for work and I still had almost an hour before Mass. So what did I do? I fell asleep on the couch. Yep, and then I didn't wake up until WAAAAAAYYYY later.... So once again I wasted a morning away, and the crazy thing is I'm fighting to keep my eyelids open right now. Pregnant body is so crazy..... I guess it's just preparing for life with a new baby around. I know I won't be able to sleep at all then....
But, I am blessed enough to be able to sleep in when I need it, even if it is an entire week of it. We'll see how life goes in the next couple of months. It should be interesting for sure!
Friday, February 12, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Signs of a Blessed Pregnant Woman
Many days I sit back and thank God for the many blessings in life. This past week has been one filled with God's blessings through many different people. I must admit that lately I have been tired and overwhelmed from different things in life, and of course God provides us with more grace and understanding than we can handle. It's a good thing.
Let me start with a co-worker of Wade's. She called and said, 'I know what it's like this stage in the pregnancy, I want to come clean your house.' Um, I would have been an idiot not to take her up on this offer. It made me cry a little, seeing as I hadn't had the energy or willpower to even do the dishes in like 2 weeks. So, we got kicked out of our house and went on a date and got home and the house was spit-shined and amazing! I've never been able to get my floors this clean. Seriously. Blessing #1.
Number Dos: Friends. They are like gold. I have had some great times with some around here lately. From our super short Super Bowl party (a sign that we are getting all growned up.) To the days I get to spend with my new, dear friend Megan. I'm telling you, it takes a true friend to go with you to a breastfeeding workshop when she's not even preggers. Of course, we went to the bead store, Chick-fil-A and looked for Valentine's stuff for the hubbies. It was a relaxing night out. (Although the workshop was simply a joke of a DVD.) Definitely a needed evening of pure joy and fun.
And probably my favorite pregnant blessing of the week (besides the fact that I have life growing within me, that's a constant one, though) is this: the other night I had been so tired, I think I slept on average about 13 hours this past weekend, anyway, I mentioned how great a bubble bath would be. The next thing I knew, my wonderful husband had scrubbed the tub down (although I think it had been scrubbed previously by afore mentioned house cleaning) and then he drew me a nice warm bubble bath, complete with my current read, a hot cup of peppermint tea, and candlelight. It was so relaxing, I think I spent at least an hour and a half in the tub while Husband and Dog were playing on the ukulele. In fact, I think I may repeat that about right now....
May every pregnant woman have as many great people in her life as I do!
Let me start with a co-worker of Wade's. She called and said, 'I know what it's like this stage in the pregnancy, I want to come clean your house.' Um, I would have been an idiot not to take her up on this offer. It made me cry a little, seeing as I hadn't had the energy or willpower to even do the dishes in like 2 weeks. So, we got kicked out of our house and went on a date and got home and the house was spit-shined and amazing! I've never been able to get my floors this clean. Seriously. Blessing #1.
Number Dos: Friends. They are like gold. I have had some great times with some around here lately. From our super short Super Bowl party (a sign that we are getting all growned up.) To the days I get to spend with my new, dear friend Megan. I'm telling you, it takes a true friend to go with you to a breastfeeding workshop when she's not even preggers. Of course, we went to the bead store, Chick-fil-A and looked for Valentine's stuff for the hubbies. It was a relaxing night out. (Although the workshop was simply a joke of a DVD.) Definitely a needed evening of pure joy and fun.
And probably my favorite pregnant blessing of the week (besides the fact that I have life growing within me, that's a constant one, though) is this: the other night I had been so tired, I think I slept on average about 13 hours this past weekend, anyway, I mentioned how great a bubble bath would be. The next thing I knew, my wonderful husband had scrubbed the tub down (although I think it had been scrubbed previously by afore mentioned house cleaning) and then he drew me a nice warm bubble bath, complete with my current read, a hot cup of peppermint tea, and candlelight. It was so relaxing, I think I spent at least an hour and a half in the tub while Husband and Dog were playing on the ukulele. In fact, I think I may repeat that about right now....
May every pregnant woman have as many great people in her life as I do!
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Story of Humanity
It's Wishcasting Wednesday! I'm trying to get back in the habit of writing regularly, so I figured that even though it's late on Wednesday, I should still participate. And what a week to get back in the saddle. Here is this week's question:
What story do you wish to live or let go of?
Where does a person start with that question? It has so many levels and depths to it, just reading the question. And as I sit here and think about it, I don't know which layer to reveal. I think for tonight, both the living and the letting go take me to my ministry. I don't like to refer to it as a job, because it is so much more than that. If it was only a job I would have quit a long time ago.
So the living part...
I want to live the story of a disciple. Maybe the story of St. Peter who was out fishing all day and caught nothing and had the guts to listen to a man who told him to cast the net on the other side. And low and behold, he caught so many fish that his net busted. To have that faith. To just follow that man with no strings attached, that's the story I want to live. Or maybe the story of the woman, known as a sinner, who showed up and washed Jesus' feet with her hair and perfume and didn't care what other people thought. She knew who she was, and she knew who Jesus was, and she acted and lived on that. THAT is the story I want to live. I want to live as a person of faith, as a person who continually tries to show other people the faith, as a person madly in love with my Creator, and letting that love shine.
Actually trying to live that story is another matter, but that's where the letting go comes in. The story I want to let go of, I want to let go of my humanity. I want the divine to shine through. Although impossible, that's what I would like to let go of. Of course, I think that's why we even need faith. It helps us to reconcile our humanity to the divine. It allows us to experience the divine why we are stuck in these mortal bodies, to go beyond the realms of this world, to realize that through our humanity we get to encounter the divine. And there, I have talked that into a complete circle. Maybe I don't need to let go of my humanity, but embrace it. To love it and to acknowledge that with my humanity I get to experience the divine.
So, there's my wish for this week.
To live the story of a broken soul slowly learning to accept my humanity to encounter my God.
What story do you wish to live or let go of?
Where does a person start with that question? It has so many levels and depths to it, just reading the question. And as I sit here and think about it, I don't know which layer to reveal. I think for tonight, both the living and the letting go take me to my ministry. I don't like to refer to it as a job, because it is so much more than that. If it was only a job I would have quit a long time ago.
So the living part...
I want to live the story of a disciple. Maybe the story of St. Peter who was out fishing all day and caught nothing and had the guts to listen to a man who told him to cast the net on the other side. And low and behold, he caught so many fish that his net busted. To have that faith. To just follow that man with no strings attached, that's the story I want to live. Or maybe the story of the woman, known as a sinner, who showed up and washed Jesus' feet with her hair and perfume and didn't care what other people thought. She knew who she was, and she knew who Jesus was, and she acted and lived on that. THAT is the story I want to live. I want to live as a person of faith, as a person who continually tries to show other people the faith, as a person madly in love with my Creator, and letting that love shine.
Actually trying to live that story is another matter, but that's where the letting go comes in. The story I want to let go of, I want to let go of my humanity. I want the divine to shine through. Although impossible, that's what I would like to let go of. Of course, I think that's why we even need faith. It helps us to reconcile our humanity to the divine. It allows us to experience the divine why we are stuck in these mortal bodies, to go beyond the realms of this world, to realize that through our humanity we get to encounter the divine. And there, I have talked that into a complete circle. Maybe I don't need to let go of my humanity, but embrace it. To love it and to acknowledge that with my humanity I get to experience the divine.
So, there's my wish for this week.
To live the story of a broken soul slowly learning to accept my humanity to encounter my God.
Friday, January 29, 2010
SNOW DAY #2
It's been snowing for two days straight. It's really pretty outside, but I'm totally over being stuck in the house. Which is crazy, really, because on normal days I like being in the house, but I feel like I'm in a really energetic stage right now, and I want to get things done, and being stuck at home is not working out for me. So, yesterday, I figured out how to get the free trial of photoshop elements to function, I played Wii Fit for an hour (it was actually nice to me yesterday, my Wii Fit age was my normal age for once), I made dinner, I read up on photography stuff.... I watched snow fall.... And then I was totally over it. Totally.
So I told Husband that I needed out of the house, let's go drive around. Yes, we can be that stupid. But seriously, the dog and I were both about to start chewing through the furniture. So, we both grabbed our cameras, bundled up, and headed out. The drive was pretty, and of course really slow. But it was enjoyable. I think Godiva and I both just looked out the window the whole driveenjoying a change of scene. We finally got to where we were going. There is a pond that geese migrate to for the winter (didn't do them much good this year) and it is really pretty, especially covered in snow. So, of course right away, I go to get out of the truck, not thinking about the weather and fell on my butt. Yep, right in the middle of the street. And I think it's really funny, but Husband was kind of worried, but really it was not that bad of a fall, except I slammed both knees into the door of the truck..... So that was fun. Then we got the dog out of the car and she almost got run over because Wade and I were both taking pics, not paying attention, and she was just being a dog. But no worries, she's fine. We played in the snow for like 2 seconds, in that short amount of time, I couldn't feel my fingers or my nose, so Godiva and I got back in the truck and watched Husband take pics. I really got maybe 2 pics taken.... But, Godiva and I were both happy because we got out of the house. Well worth the trip in the snow. =)
So today I was hoping for a little of the snow and ice to be gone, instead it came down more. So, I got up early because for some reason I couldn't sleep. I actually got dressed to help my productivity.... I did clean the kitchen, I am working on laundry, and I have a craft project in mind. Sweet dealio! So, here's to snow day #2 and trying to use it to my advantage...
So I told Husband that I needed out of the house, let's go drive around. Yes, we can be that stupid. But seriously, the dog and I were both about to start chewing through the furniture. So, we both grabbed our cameras, bundled up, and headed out. The drive was pretty, and of course really slow. But it was enjoyable. I think Godiva and I both just looked out the window the whole driveenjoying a change of scene. We finally got to where we were going. There is a pond that geese migrate to for the winter (didn't do them much good this year) and it is really pretty, especially covered in snow. So, of course right away, I go to get out of the truck, not thinking about the weather and fell on my butt. Yep, right in the middle of the street. And I think it's really funny, but Husband was kind of worried, but really it was not that bad of a fall, except I slammed both knees into the door of the truck..... So that was fun. Then we got the dog out of the car and she almost got run over because Wade and I were both taking pics, not paying attention, and she was just being a dog. But no worries, she's fine. We played in the snow for like 2 seconds, in that short amount of time, I couldn't feel my fingers or my nose, so Godiva and I got back in the truck and watched Husband take pics. I really got maybe 2 pics taken.... But, Godiva and I were both happy because we got out of the house. Well worth the trip in the snow. =)
So today I was hoping for a little of the snow and ice to be gone, instead it came down more. So, I got up early because for some reason I couldn't sleep. I actually got dressed to help my productivity.... I did clean the kitchen, I am working on laundry, and I have a craft project in mind. Sweet dealio! So, here's to snow day #2 and trying to use it to my advantage...
Here is the latest pic we have of Baby Nutt, posted on request. =)
This is like 2 months old, though. But check out the muscles!!!
Monday, January 25, 2010
Prego Progress
I was told I should blog more about my pregnancy. Mostly because I have all these ridiculous things that continue to happen that I love to blow way out of proportion to create a good story. Actually, that's a lie. I blow them out of proportion because I can tend to be a tad bit dramatic. Stop laughing, I already know it's true....
So here is a story that I think most will enjoy.
Husband and I got a Wii for Christmas. Way fun, and definitely a nice surprise from the in-laws! So, we got the Wii home and realized that we should get a new TV. Mind you, we don't really splurge on things like that, not to mention the fact that I was absolutely adamant about not having a TV in the house. Mostly because I can get really addicted to the crappy TV shows that everyone loves but no one will admit to loving. But, all that aside, we made a trip to Wal-Mart with all of our Christmas money and leftover gift cards. We bought a new TV, a new TV stand (our living room actually looks kind of updated now, well, aside from the mismatched garage sale furniture.) And the best purchase of all, Wii Fit Plus to go with our new Wii!!!
Mind you, this was the one thing that convinced Wade to keep the Wii (when it was given to us, it was given with the reciept so we could take it back if we wanted in exchange for the cash.) So, we have the Wii Fit, and really, it totally rocks. I swear, Wade is getting way buff because he really uses it to work out and stretch his back and such. Not to mention all the really fun games that allows you to be penguins and chickens and get hit in the face with metal cleats without bleeding. It's quite the experience. If you ever come visit, we will for sure make you play. ;)
Anyway, in order to partake in the exciting festivities on the Wii Fit, you must create a Mii character (really fun, actually, our's creepily resemble us). And then with your Mii character you get weighed and measured and have to do all these balance tests. Really great when your not 7 months prego!!! The Wii continually tells me I'm overweight, in which I like to yell back at it that I'M NOT FAT, I'M PREGNANT!!!! Seriously, why is there not a pregnant mode so that when you gain a pound since last time it will celebrate instead of reprimanding you and asking you why you think you gained weight... And then when it doesn't give you the right answer, and you say, "I don't know" it says, "really, you don't know?" I'm not kidding this is my actual conversation with our video game.
And to make matters worse, the balance test results in a 'Wii Age'. A couple years ago I was a couple of years younger than my actual age. Now, because I'm a little top heavy and ginormous in the front, it says I'm like 35. WHAT!?! And then my little Mii character gets this defeated look and shakes her head. All this while I'm standing on the balance board yelling, 'I'M PREGNANT, YOU STUPID THING!!!' And Wade is trying to reassure me that it's really okay and I'm not fat, and that I'm cute and blah blah blah....
Anyway, just one of my many pregnant adventures. =) Really, I love it. And I really am getting huge. I have added this picture to show you. =)
So here is a story that I think most will enjoy.
Husband and I got a Wii for Christmas. Way fun, and definitely a nice surprise from the in-laws! So, we got the Wii home and realized that we should get a new TV. Mind you, we don't really splurge on things like that, not to mention the fact that I was absolutely adamant about not having a TV in the house. Mostly because I can get really addicted to the crappy TV shows that everyone loves but no one will admit to loving. But, all that aside, we made a trip to Wal-Mart with all of our Christmas money and leftover gift cards. We bought a new TV, a new TV stand (our living room actually looks kind of updated now, well, aside from the mismatched garage sale furniture.) And the best purchase of all, Wii Fit Plus to go with our new Wii!!!
Mind you, this was the one thing that convinced Wade to keep the Wii (when it was given to us, it was given with the reciept so we could take it back if we wanted in exchange for the cash.) So, we have the Wii Fit, and really, it totally rocks. I swear, Wade is getting way buff because he really uses it to work out and stretch his back and such. Not to mention all the really fun games that allows you to be penguins and chickens and get hit in the face with metal cleats without bleeding. It's quite the experience. If you ever come visit, we will for sure make you play. ;)
Anyway, in order to partake in the exciting festivities on the Wii Fit, you must create a Mii character (really fun, actually, our's creepily resemble us). And then with your Mii character you get weighed and measured and have to do all these balance tests. Really great when your not 7 months prego!!! The Wii continually tells me I'm overweight, in which I like to yell back at it that I'M NOT FAT, I'M PREGNANT!!!! Seriously, why is there not a pregnant mode so that when you gain a pound since last time it will celebrate instead of reprimanding you and asking you why you think you gained weight... And then when it doesn't give you the right answer, and you say, "I don't know" it says, "really, you don't know?" I'm not kidding this is my actual conversation with our video game.
And to make matters worse, the balance test results in a 'Wii Age'. A couple years ago I was a couple of years younger than my actual age. Now, because I'm a little top heavy and ginormous in the front, it says I'm like 35. WHAT!?! And then my little Mii character gets this defeated look and shakes her head. All this while I'm standing on the balance board yelling, 'I'M PREGNANT, YOU STUPID THING!!!' And Wade is trying to reassure me that it's really okay and I'm not fat, and that I'm cute and blah blah blah....
Anyway, just one of my many pregnant adventures. =) Really, I love it. And I really am getting huge. I have added this picture to show you. =)
Not to mention, this pic was taken in our nursery, now painted. Check out the process here!!!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Family
It's Wishcasting Wednesday! Today's question: What do you wish for your family?
First, I have to say that my definition of family has changed drastically in the last 7 months. In a good way. In fact, Husband and I were just talking about this the other day. We both grew up with really amazing families, supportive, faith-driven, and consumed with love. But the other day I looked at my new husband, and I couldn't believe that we are now family. He and I and this little ninja kid inside of me. Not that we aren't part of our 'families of origin' as I've heard it referred to, but we are building our own web of love and protection and support. And this will be the only family that our children know of. It's such a crazy, amazing blessing to be given this responsibility.
So my wish for my new little family is that we continue to grow in love for each other, in love for our God, and that we are able to overcome the obstacles that society throws at us. Such a simple wish, but in reality, growing in love is a hard thing to remain focused on.
First, I have to say that my definition of family has changed drastically in the last 7 months. In a good way. In fact, Husband and I were just talking about this the other day. We both grew up with really amazing families, supportive, faith-driven, and consumed with love. But the other day I looked at my new husband, and I couldn't believe that we are now family. He and I and this little ninja kid inside of me. Not that we aren't part of our 'families of origin' as I've heard it referred to, but we are building our own web of love and protection and support. And this will be the only family that our children know of. It's such a crazy, amazing blessing to be given this responsibility.
So my wish for my new little family is that we continue to grow in love for each other, in love for our God, and that we are able to overcome the obstacles that society throws at us. Such a simple wish, but in reality, growing in love is a hard thing to remain focused on.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
My Fairy-Tale Princess Life
This past week has been a crazy wave of ups and downs. The overwhelming task of starting a new semester, as well as being almost 7 months pregnant has given me the utmost roller coaster of hormonal mood swings. Most of it coming down to the fact that physically I am not what I used to be energy-wise, in-shape-wise, motivated-wise. But, all that aside, the one thing that has come to my mind most of the time all this is going on in my hormone driven head, all I can think is that I truly live in a Fairy Tale Princess World. Let me explain where this came from.
When my amazing husband proposed, it was the most amazing and elaborate proposal I have ever heard or seen of. And I'm not just saying that because I'm biased, at the time I was a "Proposal Specialist" for an engagement ring company and I got to help guys who just bought rings come up with their "Perfect Proposal". Seriously. It was a sweet gig. Anyway, my wonderful husband came up with the absolute most amazing proposal. I deemed it my fairy tale princess world (I'm a complete princess on the inside, it makes me happy.)
Here are some pics to show you what I mean:
When my amazing husband proposed, it was the most amazing and elaborate proposal I have ever heard or seen of. And I'm not just saying that because I'm biased, at the time I was a "Proposal Specialist" for an engagement ring company and I got to help guys who just bought rings come up with their "Perfect Proposal". Seriously. It was a sweet gig. Anyway, my wonderful husband came up with the absolute most amazing proposal. I deemed it my fairy tale princess world (I'm a complete princess on the inside, it makes me happy.)
Here are some pics to show you what I mean:
The gazebo in my mom's backyard transformed!
He tricked me into putting on my bridesmaid dress. =)
So, thus my Fairy-Tale Princess Life began, and it has not, nor do I think will it ever end. Just when I don't think marriage could get any sweeter, the man I married does something that makes me fall even more in love with him. Whether it be finding a way to make music out of a rubber band and a paper clip, or when he just holds me to hold me. I love being a princess!!!
Our latest family pic, you can't really see the belly in this shirt, but it's there!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
