Showing posts with label Jordan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jordan. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Happy Birthday, Jordan!!
My best friend (seriously!), my rock, my personal pilot, my shoulder to cry on, the best daddy our kiddo(s) could ask for, my favorite arms after a long day... Today we get to celebrate YOU, and Abigail and I are so blessed to have you in our lives.
Friday, October 14, 2011
We're flying!
On Sunday afternoon Jordan decided to take me flying... I was privileged enough to be his first (ever!) passenger. Sunday was a beautiful day, sunshine, minimal clouds, and lots of wind. It didn't seem all that windy on the ground, but once we were in the air ~ wowsa!
We took off from KC Downtown and I thought we might have to turn right around. I was never afraid for my life, or anything like that, but my stomach had a very funny reaction. I had no idea I would react like I did... I've never been air-sick or sea-sick, before.
We flew over Pam's house (she was kind enough to keep Abigail for the afternoon), and our house. We were going to fly to Leavenworth so Jordan could show me how amazing it is from the air, but I wasn't sure my stomach could handle too much more. We scratched that part of our flight plan and headed to Lawrence.
We landed in Lawrence and were told that the wind was supposed to die down soon. We decided to take the courtesy car ad drive into town. We stopped at Rusty's, the local pizza joint, and had some pizza and iced teas. After a bite to eat I felt SO much better!
We took off from Lawrence and headed back to KC. The flight home was much better, only a couple of wind gusts, and I never once felt nauseous. As we neared KC we realized that the NASCAR race was over and heard some helicopters over the radio say they were coming in with VIP's ~ I can't help but wonder who they were :)
I have to say, and it isn't just because Jordan is my husband, but his landings were the smoothest that I've ever experienced... seriously, better than commercial planes, hands down.
The tiny, tiny plane we flew
On our radios, high in the sky!
The Kansas City skyline as we were coming back
The Missouri River as we were coming into land
Scary, but beautiful!
Me and the Cessna
After our flight! We made it!
We took off from KC Downtown and I thought we might have to turn right around. I was never afraid for my life, or anything like that, but my stomach had a very funny reaction. I had no idea I would react like I did... I've never been air-sick or sea-sick, before.
We flew over Pam's house (she was kind enough to keep Abigail for the afternoon), and our house. We were going to fly to Leavenworth so Jordan could show me how amazing it is from the air, but I wasn't sure my stomach could handle too much more. We scratched that part of our flight plan and headed to Lawrence.
We landed in Lawrence and were told that the wind was supposed to die down soon. We decided to take the courtesy car ad drive into town. We stopped at Rusty's, the local pizza joint, and had some pizza and iced teas. After a bite to eat I felt SO much better!
We took off from Lawrence and headed back to KC. The flight home was much better, only a couple of wind gusts, and I never once felt nauseous. As we neared KC we realized that the NASCAR race was over and heard some helicopters over the radio say they were coming in with VIP's ~ I can't help but wonder who they were :)
I have to say, and it isn't just because Jordan is my husband, but his landings were the smoothest that I've ever experienced... seriously, better than commercial planes, hands down.
The tiny, tiny plane we flew
On our radios, high in the sky!
The Kansas City skyline as we were coming back
The Missouri River as we were coming into landScary, but beautiful!
Me and the Cessna
After our flight! We made it!Wednesday, December 1, 2010
I'm Thankful For... (2010 Edition)
Okay, so I've never done this before, so to call it the "2010 Edition" might be slightly presumptuous, but that's okay. :)
I was introduced to The Frugal Girl's blog and I love it! Every Thanksgiving she does a "50 Things I'm Thankful For", I know that I'm a bit late, but I still wanted to post the things I'm thankful for. I like that she does 50 things ~ I mean 50 really makes you think outside the box, right? (if you read her blog, you'll probably notice that I've "stolen" a few of her things!)
So here they are in no particular order...
1. Unanswered Prayers. This may seem slightly silly (or cliche) but just today my friends and I were talking about this and I'm truly thankful that some of the prayers that I have prayed have not come true!
2. God's amazing grace.
3. The loving, giving, hansom man that I have the privilege to call my husband. He not only loves me, but he is always showing me that Abigail and I are the most important people in his life.
4. A beautiful, healthy little girl. There are so many people in this world who can't have babies, or whose babies are not born healthy, and it's beginning to hit home just how lucky I really am.
(Abigail 3 months)
5. My wonderful support system. That means all of you. While Jordan was gone I realized just how much my friends and family love us and blessed we are to have all of you!
6. The blogs that I read. I've learned so much from all of the blogs that I read and am inspired by so many of the women who write them!
7. My career... I love that I have a career, not just a job, and one that I love.
8. My friends that I work with, who are more like family.
9. My friends from high school. How many people can say they have a group of girls that they've been close with since high school?! I'm slowly realizing how rare our group of girlfriends is and I love it (not that it's rare, but that it is)! You girls rock!
10. That I have a warm roof over my head and food to eat each night. My house might not be my dream home, but I have a home and there's a lot of people in this world (heck! in this country) that can't say that.
11. The United States Military. I'm so thankful for each and every member of the US Armed Forces, and the sacrifices that each of them, and their families make.
12. My healthy body... I have my days, my aches and pains, but overall I know that I'm blessed to have my health.
13. My sewing machine. I haven't been sewing like I was while Jordan was gone, but I love my sewing machine!
14. Parents who love each other and who have shown me what real love, and marriage looks like.
15. The love that my parents have for me. As a child (and as an adult!) I've never wondered if my parents love me.
16. My sister. She's not just my sister, but she's also my friend, and a wonderful Aunt!
17. My sisters-in-law... I doubt that there are a ton of people who can say they really love their sisters-in-law (or any of their siblings-in-law), and I love these girls!
18. A babysitter for Abigail who is more like family... there are days that I wish I was a stay-at-home-mama, but knowing that we have Pam makes it much easier to go to work.
19. That Abigail loves the pool and swimming.
20. Our new church and the fabulous friends I've made there. While Jordan was deployed one of my best friends asked me to go to church with her. Abigail and I went, and the rest is history. I've never felt more free to worship God and celebrate life.
21. For our trip to Germany, and the fact that we even had the ability to travel there.
22. That we live in Kansas City... the weather here is (for the most part) good, and we're just close enough to each of our families that we can visit for the weekend.
23. That my parents visit often. Abigail has been fortunate enough to see her grandparents nearly every 3-5 weeks. When Jordan was gone they were here whenever I needed them. I'm forever grateful for that!
24. That all of my grandparents are still alive... as I get older it becomes more obvious to me how rare this is. My mom's father had colon cancer and passed away before I was born, but I still have a grandmother and grandfather on both sides of my family (my grandma re-married before I was born).
25. That I'm 1/2 way done with my list. Haha ~ really, this is harder than I thought it would be! j/k
25 (#2). That my daughter not only is a good sleeper, but likes to sleep (with the exception of napping). She goes to bed easily, sleeps all night in her bed, and rarely makes a peep!
26. Abby Cadabby... Abigail loves her and although she doesn't get to watch much TV, I sometimes allow Abby Cadabby to "babysit" while I get dinner made ;)
27. That my parents taught me at a young age that working hard is the only way to get the things you want in this life. Complaining, lying and deceiving are not the answer, and I think if more people in this world would work hard we might be in a much different place today.
28. My blog... I don't blog as often as I'd like, but I love that this is my little place on the internet where I can express myself and show off my beautiful family!
29. Coupons and sales. There's no way that I could afford half the things I want in this world without hem!
30. My nook! Jordan surprised me with it not long after he got back. I was skeptical at first, but now, I don't go anywhere without it!
31. That my mom taught me to love reading. I don't ever remember a time when reading was a chore (although, I'm sure mom does!) and I really think that reading is what lead me to choose the career that I have.
32. Pictures and a friend who is an amazing photographer! By now I consider Katie to be a friend, not just "my friend's sister", and she is a fantastic photographer, who has the ability to capture Abigail's personality like no one else!
33. Facebook. I know, that sounds ridiculous, right? But it's allowed me to keep in touch with friends from high school, college and family. It's probably true that I don't call and talk to my friends as often as I would like (which is something that I am working on), but I also know I wouldn't see as many pictures of them or their families without it!
34. The extra curricular activities that my parents allowed me to do. Dance, cheerleading, trap shooting, dance team, acting, 4H etc. I know that without all of those activities I wouldn't be the woman I am today.
35. That we have two vehicles that run great and that we love. Sure, I'd love to have a new (to-me) car, but we're so close to having my current car paid off...
36. Food... sounds silly, but how many people in this country go hungry every day? I am one of those people who lives to eat, not eats to live. I love food and trying new things.
37. My bed and "new bedroom" and the people who helped make my "new bedroom" possible. Right before Jordan came home a couple of family members and family friends came down and helped me paint, I got new bedding, a feather bed and we love it!! I seriously look forward to hopping into bed each night!
38. Cupcakes, cookies, homemade candy... (did I mention that I love food??)
39. Dinner time with my family.
40. That Abigail says "Amen" and folds her hands when we pray.
41. Scentsy... it makes my house smell great, and there is no flame! Who could want more?
42. Baby Einstein ~ without those movies there's no way I would have made the countless trips to Mercer and Nebraska with Abigail by myself!
43. Hair bows and clippies. Without them Abigail's hair would be a permanent mess!
44. Ashley at Lil Blue Boo. I know I already mentioned blogs, but this was the one that first inspired me to being sewing again. She not only sews, but paints and makes all kinds of creative things that have really brought out the artist in me!
45. The money we have and that it's enough. I'm good at being frugal and we're blessed to have all that we do.
46. Laughing so hard it makes you cry.
47. Abigail's caring personality. It kind of blows my mind that at such a young age she has such a kind heart.
48. Online shopping... I don't do it often, but it's so nice to have the ability to order Christmas gifts and fun things from the comfort of my couch!
49. Kenny ~ Abby's "Elf on the Shelf" ~ he reminds her to be good and it's always so fun to see her search for him in the morning!
50. That my husband is home and we're going to be blessed with the opportunity to spend the holidays together this year!
I was introduced to The Frugal Girl's blog and I love it! Every Thanksgiving she does a "50 Things I'm Thankful For", I know that I'm a bit late, but I still wanted to post the things I'm thankful for. I like that she does 50 things ~ I mean 50 really makes you think outside the box, right? (if you read her blog, you'll probably notice that I've "stolen" a few of her things!)
So here they are in no particular order...
1. Unanswered Prayers. This may seem slightly silly (or cliche) but just today my friends and I were talking about this and I'm truly thankful that some of the prayers that I have prayed have not come true!
2. God's amazing grace.
3. The loving, giving, hansom man that I have the privilege to call my husband. He not only loves me, but he is always showing me that Abigail and I are the most important people in his life.
4. A beautiful, healthy little girl. There are so many people in this world who can't have babies, or whose babies are not born healthy, and it's beginning to hit home just how lucky I really am.
5. My wonderful support system. That means all of you. While Jordan was gone I realized just how much my friends and family love us and blessed we are to have all of you!
6. The blogs that I read. I've learned so much from all of the blogs that I read and am inspired by so many of the women who write them!
7. My career... I love that I have a career, not just a job, and one that I love.
8. My friends that I work with, who are more like family.
(some work friends, and a couple of college and high school friends)
9. My friends from high school. How many people can say they have a group of girls that they've been close with since high school?! I'm slowly realizing how rare our group of girlfriends is and I love it (not that it's rare, but that it is)! You girls rock!
(this is just a small group of my girlfriends from high school)
10. That I have a warm roof over my head and food to eat each night. My house might not be my dream home, but I have a home and there's a lot of people in this world (heck! in this country) that can't say that.
11. The United States Military. I'm so thankful for each and every member of the US Armed Forces, and the sacrifices that each of them, and their families make.
12. My healthy body... I have my days, my aches and pains, but overall I know that I'm blessed to have my health.
13. My sewing machine. I haven't been sewing like I was while Jordan was gone, but I love my sewing machine!
14. Parents who love each other and who have shown me what real love, and marriage looks like.
15. The love that my parents have for me. As a child (and as an adult!) I've never wondered if my parents love me.
16. My sister. She's not just my sister, but she's also my friend, and a wonderful Aunt!
(Aunt Allison and newborn Abigail)
17. My sisters-in-law... I doubt that there are a ton of people who can say they really love their sisters-in-law (or any of their siblings-in-law), and I love these girls!
18. A babysitter for Abigail who is more like family... there are days that I wish I was a stay-at-home-mama, but knowing that we have Pam makes it much easier to go to work.
19. That Abigail loves the pool and swimming.
20. Our new church and the fabulous friends I've made there. While Jordan was deployed one of my best friends asked me to go to church with her. Abigail and I went, and the rest is history. I've never felt more free to worship God and celebrate life.
21. For our trip to Germany, and the fact that we even had the ability to travel there.
(my beautiful family in Germany)
22. That we live in Kansas City... the weather here is (for the most part) good, and we're just close enough to each of our families that we can visit for the weekend.
23. That my parents visit often. Abigail has been fortunate enough to see her grandparents nearly every 3-5 weeks. When Jordan was gone they were here whenever I needed them. I'm forever grateful for that!
24. That all of my grandparents are still alive... as I get older it becomes more obvious to me how rare this is. My mom's father had colon cancer and passed away before I was born, but I still have a grandmother and grandfather on both sides of my family (my grandma re-married before I was born).
25. That I'm 1/2 way done with my list. Haha ~ really, this is harder than I thought it would be! j/k
25 (#2). That my daughter not only is a good sleeper, but likes to sleep (with the exception of napping). She goes to bed easily, sleeps all night in her bed, and rarely makes a peep!
26. Abby Cadabby... Abigail loves her and although she doesn't get to watch much TV, I sometimes allow Abby Cadabby to "babysit" while I get dinner made ;)
27. That my parents taught me at a young age that working hard is the only way to get the things you want in this life. Complaining, lying and deceiving are not the answer, and I think if more people in this world would work hard we might be in a much different place today.
28. My blog... I don't blog as often as I'd like, but I love that this is my little place on the internet where I can express myself and show off my beautiful family!
29. Coupons and sales. There's no way that I could afford half the things I want in this world without hem!
30. My nook! Jordan surprised me with it not long after he got back. I was skeptical at first, but now, I don't go anywhere without it!
31. That my mom taught me to love reading. I don't ever remember a time when reading was a chore (although, I'm sure mom does!) and I really think that reading is what lead me to choose the career that I have.
32. Pictures and a friend who is an amazing photographer! By now I consider Katie to be a friend, not just "my friend's sister", and she is a fantastic photographer, who has the ability to capture Abigail's personality like no one else!
33. Facebook. I know, that sounds ridiculous, right? But it's allowed me to keep in touch with friends from high school, college and family. It's probably true that I don't call and talk to my friends as often as I would like (which is something that I am working on), but I also know I wouldn't see as many pictures of them or their families without it!
34. The extra curricular activities that my parents allowed me to do. Dance, cheerleading, trap shooting, dance team, acting, 4H etc. I know that without all of those activities I wouldn't be the woman I am today.
35. That we have two vehicles that run great and that we love. Sure, I'd love to have a new (to-me) car, but we're so close to having my current car paid off...
36. Food... sounds silly, but how many people in this country go hungry every day? I am one of those people who lives to eat, not eats to live. I love food and trying new things.
37. My bed and "new bedroom" and the people who helped make my "new bedroom" possible. Right before Jordan came home a couple of family members and family friends came down and helped me paint, I got new bedding, a feather bed and we love it!! I seriously look forward to hopping into bed each night!
38. Cupcakes, cookies, homemade candy... (did I mention that I love food??)
39. Dinner time with my family.
40. That Abigail says "Amen" and folds her hands when we pray.
41. Scentsy... it makes my house smell great, and there is no flame! Who could want more?
42. Baby Einstein ~ without those movies there's no way I would have made the countless trips to Mercer and Nebraska with Abigail by myself!
43. Hair bows and clippies. Without them Abigail's hair would be a permanent mess!
44. Ashley at Lil Blue Boo. I know I already mentioned blogs, but this was the one that first inspired me to being sewing again. She not only sews, but paints and makes all kinds of creative things that have really brought out the artist in me!
45. The money we have and that it's enough. I'm good at being frugal and we're blessed to have all that we do.
46. Laughing so hard it makes you cry.
47. Abigail's caring personality. It kind of blows my mind that at such a young age she has such a kind heart.
48. Online shopping... I don't do it often, but it's so nice to have the ability to order Christmas gifts and fun things from the comfort of my couch!
49. Kenny ~ Abby's "Elf on the Shelf" ~ he reminds her to be good and it's always so fun to see her search for him in the morning!
50. That my husband is home and we're going to be blessed with the opportunity to spend the holidays together this year!
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Our BIG Girl!
Tonight Abby went potty in her potty chair for the first time! I am such a proud mommy!! It's funny how things like that can make you so happy. No, we aren't going to start potty training already. I believe in the "all or nothing" approach and we're traveling a LOT over the next few months, so I don't want to push the potty training until I know we're going to be home more (or at least not in the car for 10 hours ~ to Texas for Thanksgiving).
Anyways, I haven't been good about keeping the blog updated, and I apologize. We've been busy and are enjoying our family time. I can't begin to describe how wonderful it is to have Jordan home, but here are a few pictures of the last few weeks...
Anyways, I haven't been good about keeping the blog updated, and I apologize. We've been busy and are enjoying our family time. I can't begin to describe how wonderful it is to have Jordan home, but here are a few pictures of the last few weeks...
Abby and Mommy
Daddy and Abby being silly
Jordan refused to shave for the first two weeks he was home
Abby and Daddy eating edimame with trainer chopsticks!
Abby with her bunny ice cream from the ice cream truck
Licking the stick!
Kisses for Daddy!!
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
GI Joe (My Hero)
Since we're getting ready to leave, and Jordan is already in route to us, I think it's safe to do this post now. Note: I wrote this when I turned in my final entry for the LBB & Dharma Design Challenge. The contest is over now, and I ended up getting 4th place!! Never in 100 years would I have imagined being a finalist, much less doing that well! Thank you all for your support!!
I had been struggling with this dress for a few weeks. I had this vision in my head of the perfect dress for Abigail to wear when she sees Jordan again in Germany, and I couldn’t get a tie-dye color to match my vision. Until this weekend.
This is my fourth, and final, entry in the Lil Blue Boo and Dharma Trading Design Challenge. I used the recycled t-shirt hoodie pattern, and lengthened it (with a ruffle) to make it into a dress. I picked up this “GI Joe” t-shirt clear back at Christmas time and had been waiting for the right inspiration to make it into a dress for Abby. Well, Germany seemed to be the perfect inspiration, and when I saw Ashley’s hoodie pattern, I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I used Dylon’s Olive color to tie-dye some white knit fabric, and it turned out perfectly (after trying other colors, which looked horrible with the t-shirt). I knew that I needed to put some pink in there somewhere, so people knew Abigail was a girl (in case the ruffle didn’t give it away!).
I added cuffs to the sleeves (from the collar of the pink t-shirt) and used Ashley’s freezer paper stenciling technique to add a red, white and blue stripe to the ruffle.
A detail shot of the hood/collar.
I had been struggling with this dress for a few weeks. I had this vision in my head of the perfect dress for Abigail to wear when she sees Jordan again in Germany, and I couldn’t get a tie-dye color to match my vision. Until this weekend.
This is my fourth, and final, entry in the Lil Blue Boo and Dharma Trading Design Challenge. I used the recycled t-shirt hoodie pattern, and lengthened it (with a ruffle) to make it into a dress. I picked up this “GI Joe” t-shirt clear back at Christmas time and had been waiting for the right inspiration to make it into a dress for Abby. Well, Germany seemed to be the perfect inspiration, and when I saw Ashley’s hoodie pattern, I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I used Dylon’s Olive color to tie-dye some white knit fabric, and it turned out perfectly (after trying other colors, which looked horrible with the t-shirt). I knew that I needed to put some pink in there somewhere, so people knew Abigail was a girl (in case the ruffle didn’t give it away!).
I added cuffs to the sleeves (from the collar of the pink t-shirt) and used Ashley’s freezer paper stenciling technique to add a red, white and blue stripe to the ruffle.
It turned out perfectly, and I think Abigail’s dada will be very happy when he sees it! Of course, he probably won’t care what we’re wearing when he sees us, but he’ll love the dress, I’m sure of it!
The finished product
I used pink thread, and I’m really glad I did ~ I really love the contrast
Abigail loves it!
And, now it's time to go!
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Jordan Update
I had every intention of making this not only a blog about Abigail, but also using it as a way to keep everyone updated about Jordan. I received an email from him yesterday and had to share parts of it...
You know, it really scares me how much I am beginning to believe in what we are doing here. Beside the obvious things we are here to avenge and prevent, there are all the small details. Imagine living in a world were books and radios are illegal. Where illustrations are banned from all publications and classrooms. Where girls aren't allowed in schools and where uncovering your face is a capital offense. The more I learn about the Taliban, the more I see what evil people they really are, and not just hated by us but all other Muslims as well.
Then you have everyone else here, decent people trying to make a living in a country so tattered with war that basic survival is all they can comprehend. What we are trying to do is introduce them to some basic practices and methods we take for granted every day. Even the veterinarians here are book vets only. The most basic skills like tying a halter, or working cattle are new experiences to most. They are by no means stupid, quite the opposite really, the are quick learners and hungry for knowledge. What is lacking here is the availability of practical hands-on experience.
I was able to work the other day and build a little fence and work some cows. We preg checked, gave oral dewormer, and did physical exams on about 300 sheep and goats. Of course we would find out later that where we were driving post is a former mine field but, so is all of Afghanistan. You think its tough to drive post back home! Some of the best cattle we worked would body score about a 6 back in the states. As for the sheep, well, I don't really know anything about sheep. Additionally after doing some kilo per hectre conversion it turns out that a lot of the winter wheat fields are producing 50-100 bushel an acre, not bad for the desert.
Today was Jordan's birthday and we were not able to talk for more than a few seconds. We were going to Skype, but he was having internet connectivity issues there (go figure?!), so he heard Abigail's voice for a few minutes. We're both looking forward to March. I can't begin to explain how much I ache to just have his arms around me again. It's probably going to make it that much harder for us to be separated again, but we'll get back into our routine and before we know it he'll be home, right?
You know, it really scares me how much I am beginning to believe in what we are doing here. Beside the obvious things we are here to avenge and prevent, there are all the small details. Imagine living in a world were books and radios are illegal. Where illustrations are banned from all publications and classrooms. Where girls aren't allowed in schools and where uncovering your face is a capital offense. The more I learn about the Taliban, the more I see what evil people they really are, and not just hated by us but all other Muslims as well.
Then you have everyone else here, decent people trying to make a living in a country so tattered with war that basic survival is all they can comprehend. What we are trying to do is introduce them to some basic practices and methods we take for granted every day. Even the veterinarians here are book vets only. The most basic skills like tying a halter, or working cattle are new experiences to most. They are by no means stupid, quite the opposite really, the are quick learners and hungry for knowledge. What is lacking here is the availability of practical hands-on experience.
I was able to work the other day and build a little fence and work some cows. We preg checked, gave oral dewormer, and did physical exams on about 300 sheep and goats. Of course we would find out later that where we were driving post is a former mine field but, so is all of Afghanistan. You think its tough to drive post back home! Some of the best cattle we worked would body score about a 6 back in the states. As for the sheep, well, I don't really know anything about sheep. Additionally after doing some kilo per hectre conversion it turns out that a lot of the winter wheat fields are producing 50-100 bushel an acre, not bad for the desert.
(this isn't the norm for him, but I think he was happy to be in this seat)
Friday, October 30, 2009
The best husband...
One of my best friends, since 8th grade, during college, and beyond! gave birth early this morning. She had been in labor for over 40 hours (seriously?!) and finally at 2:53 AM, Miss Clara Grace came into this world. Clara is kind of a miracle baby. She has defied all odds and is a happy, healthy, beautiful little girl. There were a couple of issues along the way - nothing serious - but I won't lie, I was a bit worried... I was lying in bed last night, worrying, and I prayed to God that he would watch over my friend, her husband and baby on the way.
And, I also prayed for Jordan. In that moment, last night, I realized that he is not safe... that he is in a war torn country, and is fighting for our freedom and trying to make Afghanistan a better place. I realized that I don't get to talk to him every day, or have him hold me at night, and that he hasn't gotten to talk to his baby girl in over a week. And, I cried. I haven't cried a lot since Jordan left. I mean, I've had my moments where I miss him, or I get frustrated because he isn't here, but I haven't really cried.
I didn't sleep well... between worrying about my friend and having gotten a flu shot yesterday (dang flu shots!) I tossed and turned all night. I woke up this morning, and still no word on the baby. I was tired and felt kind of feverish (again, dang flu shot!) but, after having no fever, I forced myself to go into work. It's the day before Halloween, it'll be a good day, right? Abigail got to wear her Halloween costume at daycare (hopefully pictures to come) and there was a ton of food at work. Things surely had to be looking up!
About 8:30, I got the text - the baby was here! She had been born very early that morning, which is why we didn't know right away. Everyone was doing great and we could come visit this weekend! I was so happy! I talked to one of my other great friends and we talked about how relieved we were and how exciting the new baby was.
Then, about 10:30 my phone rang... it was Jordan! It was so good to hear his voice. I cried on the phone to him, after he pried what was wrong out of me. We talked and caught up on what had been going on in each of our lives, which just seems so weird - we used to talk every night, there was no need to fill him in on Abby's latest tricks, he was there to see them, and he told me he was safe and that he loved me. All I needed to hear.
After lunch I got a call from the front office at work. Come up to the lobby - quick! I was kind of worried, "quick", that can't be good! I asked what was going on and I was directed to the lobby where there was a woman holding the most beautiful boquet of flowers. They were gorgeous. She told me they were "from afar" and I got all teared up. How did he know?? The below pictures will tell you that this boquet took a while to put together. There is no way that he ordered them after we got off the phone and they were delivered by 12:30. I don't think the pictures do it justice, but here they are...
Over all shot ~ so unique and pretty!
The bottom half - you can't tell, but the pot/vase is chalk board - very cool
Top half
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