It Has Been A While

Well it is 4:35am and I am wide awake. I had forgotten that I had this blog and I am so happy that I found it. A lot has changed since my last post in 2013. We welcomed our 4th child and he is truly a blessing. We moved to another state and we are expecting baby #5. It is amazing because my husband and I have always been content with each child meaning we would have been fine with one. We couldn't be more happy, thrilled to be having another baby. I believe that children are gifts from above. We pray for patience and guidance as we raise these blessings. Well I better get some shut eye before I have to get up at 6:30am.

Bye to Sickness

Hello blogspot world! Well since my last post a lot has happened-- I had wanted to write about it during the time that it was happening but didn't have much energy to do so. Shortly after I wasn't feeling well my husband and children became  ill. The flu hit our home for the first time AHHHHH.... I thought to myself this a joke right.... especially to see my middle child have a 104 fever that wouldn't go away and just throwing up and waste coming out of the other end. She seemed to have the brunt of the sickness. My oldest and youngest had fevers and the runs... but my oldest got better within a few days and my youngest was the last to get better. Keep in mind that I had just started to feel better from the sinus infection but not yet 100%. I was just grateful that I started feeling better so I can take care of the kids and my husband. My husband was so ill and he hasn't been sick like that for almost 10 years.... he had the chills and everything. We rarely get sick so you can imagine our frustration throughout this whole process. If we do it is little colds that go in a couple of days but this took us by storm. You know some people say well it is good that you all got it at the same time.... Yes that is a upside instead of having one person sick this week and another next week, however with that being said it was not fun in the slightest. I am happy to report that everyone is well and we got back to normal days after New Years thank God! Now I am dealing with pregnancy stuffiness which is a pain in the butt because I can't breathe oh the joys of being a prego LOL... You know no matter how uncomfortable I feel and how I can't sleep and the different health issues that I've had this pregnancy I wouldn't trade it for the world because of the joy of meeting your little one is such a reward and truly a gift. Perspective is good to have at this point because time is winding down and we just want to have a healthy baby. I have been up since 1:30 am and it is now going to be after 3:00 am time goes by quickly when you can't sleep and get comfortable. Can't sleep no sweat I just try to breathe and relax and also pray. That is what I am going to do right now after yet another bathroom run.

Wide awake since 2:00 am

I am wide awake and I can't sleep... I haven't been feeling well for several days now. I went to the doctors today and it turns out that I have a sinus infection believe or not I have never had one. This is the season with so many different bugs going around. My family has been blessed because we rarely get sick unfortunately when we do we are pretty banged up. However as I always say this too shall pass... Well back to being up this early ---Between having to constantly go to the bathroom and not feeling well that would keep anyone up. Oh and let me not forgot to add my oldest daughter has been talking in her sleep since 2 am... What is up with that? Interesting night I'll tell you very interesting. Well I am in my third trimester and not before long our little one baby #4 will be here. We couldn't be happier about it and it adds an extra joy to life because children are truly gifts from above. I never thought that I would be a mother to 4 children my husband and I were very content with 1 and then thought oh it would be nice if she had one sibling. Surprise family of 4 is our destiny and I say thank you Lord everyday because as you have read in previous post I have friends and family members who aren't able to have more children or not able to have any. I'm grateful and I don't take it for granted or lightly the task of being a mom. It is such a huge job and rewarding at the same time. I better go blogspot world and lay down until my next bathroom run.

Baby #4

Good day to everyone in Blogspot world... It is a very cold day in New York. I have enjoyed being indoors with my wonderful children they are truly a blessing. Our next blessing baby #4 will be here before we know it. I am very excited because we just want a healthy baby and the joys of looking down into the eyes of your newborn is priceless. I am a woman of faith so I am not concerned I know everything will work out... Now I do get a little overwhelmed thinking about how close in age my last two will be (I'm human). My children are so excited about the new baby.... You know I always thought we would just have 1 child and when she was born we were content and now that we have 3 and going on 4 I can't imagine my life without my wonderful gems. I have so many friends and know of people who can't have children and no matter how overwhelming and taxing it may seem at times.... I have things in perspective and I know how blessed I am and I don't take it for granted. I am thankful to God everyday for my husband and my children. Well I hope that everyone is having a great day.

Hurricane Sandy

The storm is coming and the strong winds and rain have already started. We are definitely prepared which is a good thing, however Sandy is not welcomed. You know I am so thankful for this day to be with the whole family as we have enjoyed each others company. What a blessing it is to have a family. My children were having so much fun today because there was no school. Funny story is they still wanted to go outside and play even with the bad weather.... they said we will be safe we can bring our umbrella's (children are so cute). My prayers are with all of us who are affected Hurricane Sandy. Be safe!

Twist and Turns

You know life has so many different twist and turns... Hills and bumps. It is getting late here and I am still wide awake just thinking about life. My mother's good friend passed away yesterday. You know I have said this in some of my previous blogs but tomorrow is truly not promised so we must cherish every moment with our loved ones and with people we hold close. I was just thinking about that and how important it is to live a life of purpose... a life that has meaning. You might ask how does one live a life of purpose... Well in my opinion it is living on purpose not letting anything hinder you from living life and enjoying it. I've learned not to major on the minors in life to put everything in perspective... I am not perfect far from it... I just have learned that life is too short to waste it doing meaningless things or worrying. I am optimistic about the future and I pray that you get excited about yours because there is much to live for--- you are destined for greatness. I am just going to write one more thing before I go to bed... my mom's good friend died of cancer. She was diagnosed about two years ago and she never let that stop her from pressing forward and living. She did what she wanted to do and spent time with the people who meant the most to her. It is very sad because we will miss her but the memory of her life stands out so much more in our hearts and minds because she lived! Good Night Blogspot world....

Book

Hello everyone....  Just wanted to share some exciting news... I am the co-author of the book Who Does That? It is currently on Amazon.com & it will be available on Kindle very soon. Please check out our website www.who-doesthat.com and you can "LIKE" our facebook page. We would love to have your feedback so comments are welcomed. Thanks to all!