Well....Hello :)

Is anyone still reading this?!  Am I even allowed to post?

Gosh, it's been 9 months since I've wanted to write a blog post, and I have to say the break was nice. 

As much as I love and still read blogs, I just felt like I wasn't really blogging for fun anymore.

It became something on my to-do list.  Not good. 

So I did what I'm sure hundreds of bloggers do - I took a break. 

Not sure if I will be back full time, but I'm entertaining the idea because I've missed some of the ladies I used to be in touch with through this little big blogging world. 

I would like to say that so much has happened since last Summer, but to tell you the truth, we've just been living our lives, and enjoying it.  

Work, family, friends, a trip to Paris, some long weekends, the Holidays, and a New Year. 

Nothing dramatic, yet life has been good to us, so I can't complain. 

Ha I lie though.  

We did get some pretty big/exciting/life changing news about 16 weeks ago! 

our official annoucement

 

You guessed it - I am 20 weeks pregnant! 

 

You guessed it - I am 20 pregnant! 

With a little Baby Girl. 

It's been quite the rollercoster of emotions.  

Between the 1st trimester morning sickness, lack of energy, and hormonal craziness, I have somehow managed to regain my energy, and I feel GREAT! 

Baby Girl started moving around about two weeks ago, and I can't wait to feel her actual kicks. 

We've gone through all the genetic testings, and everything looks good!

Relief. 

So here we are. 

Living our last few months "just the two of us", and slowly prepping for her arrival. 

We're halfway there, and yet, it feels like such a long time until she gets here! 

I can't wait though. 

I'm going to be a Mom.  MOM. 

 

Music Monday

It seems like Folk music is everywhere these days.

I'm definitely a fan, and I think it's a nice change from the mainstream/pop music we hear on the radio everyday.

I fell in love with Off Monsters and Men the first time I heard them.

And I am now officially obsessed with their song Little Talks.

The entire album is great, and the lyrics are just refreshing.

The band is from Iceland, and apparently this song came out in 2010, so we're a little behind.

The video is kind of weird, and I have no idea what it means, but the song is awesome!

I hope you like it, and hope everyone's Monday is going well!

Have a GREAT week!!!

Friday's Letters

Today's a special day, because not only it is Friday (yay!), it is also Michael and I's 4 year anniversary!

I know, when you get married, you are supposed to celebrate your wedding anniversary.

But 4 years ago today, I went on my last first date with the greatest guy I had ever met.

And that is a BIG deal!

Look at us, fresh out of college, and without a clue about what was ahead of us :)

And because it's Friday, I am linking up with Ashley at Adventures of Newlyweds for Friday's Letters. 

Dear Husband, I hope you know how special today is to me, and how happy it makes me to look back on our first date, and how I had no idea what was ahead of me.  You changed my life for the better, and I am so thankful everyday that I get to call you Husband. 

Dear  Betsy & Allison, I don't think I say it enough, but I love you two so very much.  You are truly the sisters I never had, and I feel so lucky for what the six of us have :) 

Dear July, you have come such a long way these past six months, and I have to say that you handled some of the challenges better than I would have imagined.  I think you can say you're officially growing up! 

Dear Neighbors, two weeks ago, we called the cops on you, which was our absolute last straw.  We haven't heard a noise since, let's keep it that way. 

Dear Girls, you are HILARIOUS!  I'm so glad Michael and took the time to catch up with this season.  I already can't wait for the next!

Dear Atlanta Summer, I can feel you creeping in.  As much as I hate your exhausting humidity, I am looking forward to many pool days, spending time with friends, and getting a little tan! 

Dear French National Soccer team, tomorrow is a BIG game, and I need you to beat Spain, and advance to the semi-finals of this Euro 2012. I love you, but you seriously can make a girl cry sometimes. 

Dear Husband, did I mention how much I love you?! I can't wait to go to France with you this Fall, and show you all the places that are dear to my heart.  Oh and eat tons of good foods!

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!! 

Life Lately

I'm not even going to try to make any excuses for my lack of blogging, aside from the fact that I've just been a lazy bum.

I've finally settled back into a normal routine with my new job, going to the gym, and spending quality time with my family and friends.

Maybe it's because it is Summertime, and I love to stay busy on the weekends to enjoy the pretty weather.

We've been going to Braves games, hanging out at the pool, going to various festivals.

It's been really fun so far, and we have another three months or so of fun in sun.

And by that time, I will probably be here telling you how tired I am of the hot Atlanta weather, and how ready I am for Fall!

I have to say that life is good, and it's been a while since I've felt like I'm not "chasing" something, or waiting for the next step.

I love my new job, and I am thankful for it everyday!  I know being an Accountant doesn't sound all that glamorous, but when you find the right place, I swear it can be fun...kinda :)

Michael also got a new job, and I could not be more proud of him!  I'm not exactly sure about all he does, but he's an Analyst of some sort.  Sounds like a big deal.

Did I mention how proud of him I am?!

Here are some pictures pretty much summarizing what we've been up to lately!

 Jake and Davis turned 1!  Jake clearly does not want to get older!

Happy Thursday!!!

Friday's Letters

After a much need break, here I am slowly making my way back.

I can't tell you how good it feels to say that things are finally getting back to normal.

I got a new job!

I quit what will always remain as:

 THE WORST JOB EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE

for a better, happier, friendly environment.

And a much better career opportunity.

It was a really freaking tough couple of months, and I lost a little bit of myself along the way.

I cried almost everyday, and it took me a while to admit that it wasn't going to work out.

I hate failure, much less when I feel like I am responsible.

I should have listened to my gut feeling, and never taking the job in the first place.

But it was a big company, with a big name, and I was afraid of what people would think.

I know, BIG MISTAKE.

I should never worry about what others think, and I've learned that the hard way.

I should always trust my instincts, and what us women call "Women's Intuition."

But one thing I can say is that I learned a valuable lesson, and that ha to count for something.

Right!?

So the stress, the anxiety, the tears, and the fear MIGHT have been worth it.

Because they it brought me where I am today, and a part of me is thankful for that.

I honestly feel like I am just now, in MAY, starting 2012.

So I've got a lot of catching up to do, and I am excited!

I'm also excited to be linking up to Ashley over at Adventures of Newlyweds, for Friday's Letters!

 

Dear Husband, there are not even words out there for me to say how thankful I am for having you in my life, and for the support you have given me these past couple of months.  If this was our very first newlywed challenge, I'd say that we did a pretty good job getting through it, and you were beyond outstanding as a Husband! 

Dear Lola, I cannot believe you got bit by a snake, again!  My sweet little pup, when will you realize that you are only 10lbs, and cannot fight and conquer every animal in mom and dad's backyard?  I know you like to think you are ferocious and all, but seeing you so powerless and in so much pain breaks my heart, so please, stop chasing snakes around! 

Dear New Job, I can't tell you how much I appreciate you, and everything that is coming my way.  I have learned more these past three weeks than I did a whole three months at my old job, and I already feel like I am part of the team.  I am so thankful for the chance to be here! 

Dear Body, you were doing SO well with running, and eating better.  I know you had a rough few months, but we have GOT to get back on track here! 

Dear Blogger Friends, thank you for all your sweet words of support, and for not giving up on me! 

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!