Reposted from December 14th, 2009 from the Breastfeeding Blog
My three-year-old son, Samuel, is still nursing and unfortunately I have
to remind him frequently not to bite down. He isn't biting really, but
his top teeth do cut in just a bit and it is far from comfortable. He
gets so irritated at me when I say this because it seems he hurts me
when he is the most relaxed. A few days ago, he was really wanting to
nurse and I was very distracted with other chores. He responded to my irritated reminder, "Mommy, help me not to hurt you." What a sweetie.
Today though, with the same request, he says as his hand is flailing, "I am trying to get boobie and you are trying to get me in trouble!"
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Boobie
Reposted from the Breastfeeding blog, dated December 7th, 2009
I received this e-mail recently and wanted to share anonomously...
Speaking
of breastfeeding. I do want to thank you for the encouragement in
breastfeeding, even though I have nursed my others, I have always run
into criticism. I really went into this pregnancy
unsure of proper nursing etiquette and was really not looking forward
to dealing with 'stupid" people. I finally don't care, I will nurse her
anywhere I need to and I don't stress out about it. With the others, I
would always take a bottle in case nursing proved inconvenient. Yeah,
right. She is my only no formula baby! That's your doin'.
Another
funny is ( I know I will regret telling you this) that I have always
been uncomfortable with the word "booby". I know! I was shocked to hear
you use it so frequently, especially around your older kids. I have
gotten used to it and as therapy I will even whisper it to Sweet Pea.
LOL!
Thanks!
Grateful to be Nursing
reposted from December 22nd, 2009 from the Breastfeeding blog
When Samuel was a baby, just a few days old, he and I drove to Lebanon for a baby visit. He had unusually high bilirubin (jaundice) levels for a newborn and there was suspicion that he had a gastrointestinal disorder. It was snowing rather well when we left in the morning, but I can be rather fearless when it comes to matters concerning weather and I did anticipate the roads being cleared as the day progressed. We had no real issues getting to our visit, but on the way home, just as we entered the ramp to the interstate we realized the traffic had stalled. Soon later, I realized it was not stalled, but rather at a complete halt. I called Mike to tell him our situation and he was prepared to be my prince and drive down there, in the side ditch if necessary, so he could maneuver the little truck backwards around the vehicles around me and discover an uncharted, yet very safe, secret passage back home. I was grateful for his willingness to be our hero, but I declined. After all, I had two diapers, wipes, a full tank of gas and Mike had shared with me where his secret stashes were in the truck. I had ding dongs, pop-tarts and anything else horribly unhealthy I could desire for snacking. Samuel would be well fed at the breast. I knew we would be safe for the entire afternoon if necessary, and that we were. Samuel and I sat for almost four hours on the entrance ramp to I-65 contemplating how differently our situation might have been had I *chosen* not to breastfeed my child.
Recently in London, many other mothers were given the same opportunity to consider their decision when they became trapped on a train for sixteen hours. Read more here.
When Samuel was a baby, just a few days old, he and I drove to Lebanon for a baby visit. He had unusually high bilirubin (jaundice) levels for a newborn and there was suspicion that he had a gastrointestinal disorder. It was snowing rather well when we left in the morning, but I can be rather fearless when it comes to matters concerning weather and I did anticipate the roads being cleared as the day progressed. We had no real issues getting to our visit, but on the way home, just as we entered the ramp to the interstate we realized the traffic had stalled. Soon later, I realized it was not stalled, but rather at a complete halt. I called Mike to tell him our situation and he was prepared to be my prince and drive down there, in the side ditch if necessary, so he could maneuver the little truck backwards around the vehicles around me and discover an uncharted, yet very safe, secret passage back home. I was grateful for his willingness to be our hero, but I declined. After all, I had two diapers, wipes, a full tank of gas and Mike had shared with me where his secret stashes were in the truck. I had ding dongs, pop-tarts and anything else horribly unhealthy I could desire for snacking. Samuel would be well fed at the breast. I knew we would be safe for the entire afternoon if necessary, and that we were. Samuel and I sat for almost four hours on the entrance ramp to I-65 contemplating how differently our situation might have been had I *chosen* not to breastfeed my child.
Recently in London, many other mothers were given the same opportunity to consider their decision when they became trapped on a train for sixteen hours. Read more here.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Women of Faith
This past week, Cathy and I attended the Women of Faith convention in Indianapolis. I haven't been to one of these in several years so this was far over due for me. I cried so much even the humorous stories made me cry towards the end. What a fabulous way to fill your cup!
Third Day!!! Enough said there - adore them.
This was my first time hearing Sheila Walsh. I haven't read any of her books either, but she's certainly on my list. I appreciated her teaching about shame and guilt, the difference between the two, and seeking the Lord when you're broken. She will return next year - tickets already purchased - to speak about revival!
Liz Curtis Higgs was also a speaker and an author I've adored for a LONG time. Did you know she was an Indianapolis native, a Q-95 personality prior to Bob and Tom? Lovely lady. Her books are first on my list to reread and purchase her newer editions.
Lisa Harper is also a phenomenal speaker. I hadn't heard of her previously, or her book, Overextended. As I discover time in my day to read, her book will be another on my eager to read list.
Next year, Max Lucado will be speaking and I've read many of his books. Not one of them were ever less than my new favorite book! He is amazing and I can't wait to hear him speak.
Mark Lowry too - wow. I knew I knew his name. I knew he was funny, but I had forgotten that he is the creator of Mary Did You Know. Wow. Chills to the bone. What an amazing blessing to be present with his voice singing such a brilliant, powerful, life-changing song. I purchased one of this books and DVDs to read with the boys this Christmas. I can't wait.
Angie Smith was another speaker, from Vanderbilt, that shared this year and I so adored her. Very, very easy speaker and so very funny. She was humble, enjoyable, really pulled you in and then hammered in truth. Her book, Mended, will also be a must read. I enjoyed her intelligence greatly and so much that I actually sent in an application for a graduate degree in Divinity. I realized, that while it may be absurd that I have so many degrees and love to learn, that after completing my doctorate, what better way to spend my love of learning than to study the Word.
The last bit of exciting news, I picked up the sponsorship of four little boys from World Vision, one for each of my own, and Cathy picked up a little girl for her grand-daughter. We are going to love them, write them, pray for them, and adopt them into our hearts. We are a very blessed family and are so grateful to have had the opportunity to share.
Third Day!!! Enough said there - adore them.
This was my first time hearing Sheila Walsh. I haven't read any of her books either, but she's certainly on my list. I appreciated her teaching about shame and guilt, the difference between the two, and seeking the Lord when you're broken. She will return next year - tickets already purchased - to speak about revival!
Liz Curtis Higgs was also a speaker and an author I've adored for a LONG time. Did you know she was an Indianapolis native, a Q-95 personality prior to Bob and Tom? Lovely lady. Her books are first on my list to reread and purchase her newer editions.
Lisa Harper is also a phenomenal speaker. I hadn't heard of her previously, or her book, Overextended. As I discover time in my day to read, her book will be another on my eager to read list.
Next year, Max Lucado will be speaking and I've read many of his books. Not one of them were ever less than my new favorite book! He is amazing and I can't wait to hear him speak.
Mark Lowry too - wow. I knew I knew his name. I knew he was funny, but I had forgotten that he is the creator of Mary Did You Know. Wow. Chills to the bone. What an amazing blessing to be present with his voice singing such a brilliant, powerful, life-changing song. I purchased one of this books and DVDs to read with the boys this Christmas. I can't wait.
Angie Smith was another speaker, from Vanderbilt, that shared this year and I so adored her. Very, very easy speaker and so very funny. She was humble, enjoyable, really pulled you in and then hammered in truth. Her book, Mended, will also be a must read. I enjoyed her intelligence greatly and so much that I actually sent in an application for a graduate degree in Divinity. I realized, that while it may be absurd that I have so many degrees and love to learn, that after completing my doctorate, what better way to spend my love of learning than to study the Word.
The last bit of exciting news, I picked up the sponsorship of four little boys from World Vision, one for each of my own, and Cathy picked up a little girl for her grand-daughter. We are going to love them, write them, pray for them, and adopt them into our hearts. We are a very blessed family and are so grateful to have had the opportunity to share.
Noah's Cupcakes
Noah's fifteenth birthday was yesterday, so I wanted to make him something special. He loves bacon, so I tried a chocolate and bacon cupcake, with maple frosting and bacon sprinkled on top. They were actually quite tasty!
Heat oven to 350 degress; line two cupcake pans with 18 liners. Whisk together 1 3/4 cups flour, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 1/4 tsp baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt. Beat 2 sticks softened unsalted butter and 1 1/4 cups sugar in a large bowl; beat in 3 eggs and 1 tsp maple extract. Beat in flour mixture, alternating with 3/4 cup milk. Fold in 2/3 cup (10 slices) chopped, cooked crispy thick-cut bacon. Divide batter among liners and bake at 350 degrees for 21 to 22 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean.
Melt 1 cup milk chocolate chips in microwave and cool slightly. Beat 1 box (16 oz) confectioners' sugar, 2 sticks softened unsalted butter and 1/4 cup milk until smooth; beat in 1 tsp maple extract and chocolate.
Spread frosting over cupcakes. Garnish with additional chopped bacon. Enjoy.
Heat oven to 350 degress; line two cupcake pans with 18 liners. Whisk together 1 3/4 cups flour, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 1/4 tsp baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt. Beat 2 sticks softened unsalted butter and 1 1/4 cups sugar in a large bowl; beat in 3 eggs and 1 tsp maple extract. Beat in flour mixture, alternating with 3/4 cup milk. Fold in 2/3 cup (10 slices) chopped, cooked crispy thick-cut bacon. Divide batter among liners and bake at 350 degrees for 21 to 22 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean.
Melt 1 cup milk chocolate chips in microwave and cool slightly. Beat 1 box (16 oz) confectioners' sugar, 2 sticks softened unsalted butter and 1/4 cup milk until smooth; beat in 1 tsp maple extract and chocolate.
Spread frosting over cupcakes. Garnish with additional chopped bacon. Enjoy.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
I hate to admit that this image nearly perfectly details Mike & I's relationship, although we are growing more and more alike every day. In fact, Mike and I met in an environment that was stepping out of the box for both of us. We continued to participate in this activity because, well, that was who and where we met and so assumed the other enjoyed that environment. We were accommodating what we thought the other enjoyed. It wasn't until we shared with each other that we were rather annoyed by the scenario that we both realized how much we really enjoyed each other.This has continued to prove true through the years. People, places, activity, food, but more than anything principles that we both have passion about - or feel we need to protect the other from - are what has drawn the two of us together.
This second image also reminds me of Mike and I's relationship to a degree, that this advice column could have been written by Mike. He is practical, and lacks any drama. In fact, he avoids it like the plague. He's good for me in that way.
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