Poll

Well, the Christmas light poll is done. I'll have the results for anyone interested up for another couple of days, but just 'cause I'm interested, what sort of things would you like me to put up for another poll? Or if you don't want one. Let me know through comments (or e-mail for those who know me) what your opinions are about the poll and what sort of things you would like to have a poll for.

Thanks!

Christmas Greetings

Hello all once again! I know I have been kind of silent for the past little bit, but I wasn't quite sure what to write about. I have a wonderful husband, the cutest little son, and a wonderful family who has been way supportive in this dark time of my life. What more could I ask for? But I have written that already, so I just wasn't sure what to write. Here I go off on a tangent though, I was going to tell you all about my Christmas!

Visiting family like we are, we are not sleeping in our own beds. We spent most of the time with Rocket Scientist's family, and woke up Christmas morning at their house. My family had the opportunity to call my brother on his mission that day and our time that was set apart for it was between nine and ten. So, we woke up really early at Rocket Scientist's parents' and basically forced Bug to open all his presents as fast as he could go. He had a lot! We really would have had a great Christmas without the help from whoever it was who played Santa for us this year. After that we forced down a breakfast as fast as we could go, and rushed out the door without even remembering to take any presents for Bug with us (we were going to stay a couple of days with my family cause Rocket Scientist's family was going to visit his grandparents). We got to my parent's house in enough time to catch the phone call, and were very grateful for that. Bug did fall asleep on the way (the houses are only about 45 min. away...) though, we must have really ruined his beauty sleep.

Bug really had a fun time playing with his cousins that he doesn't get to see very often, and we really had a great Christmas. My sister even called from her long distance from us to make sure I was doing all right. We had a nice conversation and enjoyed being able to talk to each other for a little bit. I really miss her and her family.

Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!

Santa came early

As I was waiting tonight for my sister to come by so we could go shopping for a new outfit (thanks so much to my two wonderful sisters!), I was fooling around on the computer waiting for that knock. Eventually I heard a knock, and expected to see her as I opened the door, but found someone I never saw before carrying a big red bag. We had been suprized to find out that the bag was filled with presents for us and for Bug.

I have heard stories of this happening to someone (my brother had this happen for him during a hard Christmas-time in his family), but I just never thought it would happen to us. We are well taken care of and are really grateful for all that we have been given and all the love we have been shown during this hard time.

A big thanks once again for all those who are thinking of us!

Thank yous

In this dark time of my life, with having to be basically on bed rest before the birth, the birth itself, the struggles I have had with breastfeeding, and then the death of my little one, I want to thank you all for being so supportive. I love you all, yes even the ones I don't know. Trust me, I love you all so much, and want the best for you as my spirit brothers and sisters. Being able to write my thoughts down and know that loved ones are reading, understanding, morning, and thinking of me has helped a lot.

So, a big thanks to all you out there who are thinking and praying for us. We can feel your prayers, and love from wherever you are. I just hope that I can repay you all someday. I appreciate everything that you have done, and how much support we have been given. It means so much to know that people are thinking of us and praying. We are doing all right. Don't worry too much about us, because we know that Little Angel is in a better place, and that he is doing the work of the Lord and enjoying every minute of it. Just knowing that makes everything all right. We miss him terribly, but look forward to meeting him again and raising him during the millennium. I only hope that I can be as faithful and be ready when that day comes so I will be able to.

Thank you all once again. I love you all so much!

If you can't say something nice......

I would ask all of you to not comment negatively. The old saying is still applicable today, "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all". I can also put in here the "Golden Rule" and ask, would you like to be told something like that when you are grieving and trying to find any ray of light?

I am moderating the comments now, though I wish I didn't have too. If you choose to comment negatively, it will not be posted. Please don't, and save me the pain of reading them.

Good and Bad news

Well, I'll give you the bad news first. Little Angel died yesterday of SIDS. We are quite devastated without our little bundle of joy. We are really grateful for our wonderful ward and family who have been a great support to us. We have been really blessed to be in such a wonderful ward and have such wonderful friends who are so willing to help with anything and everything.

Now as for the good news. It is actually kind of bitter/sweet, but I don't like to look at the bitter. I got a rocker! You know those chairs that are rocking chairs but not really cause they are more safe for little fingers? That is what I got! We found it at DI, and it was only $15! They are pretty pricey things, and we got one for only $15!!!!! Another plus, it is in GREAT shape! The only thing that is needing repairs is the fabric. It is way comfortable, and doesn't even squeak! Here is a picture!

Clean home

This will be short, but....

I have a clean living room!!

Bug helped me and Rocket Scientist clean up all the dirty clothes and toys! We can finally walk around without wondering what we are stepping on! If only Bug could help with the dishes...