tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39655802627848727392024-03-14T07:03:01.812-04:00A String of PurlsEMThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530889750702463579noreply@blogger.comBlogger412125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3965580262784872739.post-88058326150483905992018-03-20T12:16:00.002-04:002018-03-20T12:16:27.800-04:00Life lately...<div style="text-align: center;">
I am so behind on blogging.....like a whole month behind! It's March now, and Merritt is now walking all over the place! Praise the Lord! Errands are easier and harder all at the same time. I am thankful we aren't crawling all over the floor anymore, but this new freedom also means lots of wanting to move around.</div>
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We started out doing,ots and lots of laps with this walker. This girl loves to be outside! It does not matter how cold or wet it is.</div>
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This is exactly why I wanted her to walk - crawling on the ground is no fun!</div>
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Our weather has been all over the place. We had a really warm February, and while it was nice, I knew it wouldn't last.</div>
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Emma is getting soooo big...like who is this kid???</div>
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A former student invited us to visit her home in Bynum, and we had the best time with them. her and her husband are amazing and super talented. Check out their <a href="https://www.chathamrabbits.com/">band!</a></div>
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She's already too cool for me:)</div>
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Emma got this trike when she turned one...and Merritt has been loving neighborhood strolls in it. Actually, we go out almost every single afternoon when she wakes up from her nap.</div>
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Emma had pajama day, and she's obsessed with long dresses, nightgowns....etc. </div>
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Practicing our walking at the mall!</div>
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I had to get the car serviced so we walked to Chubby's tacos for a girl lunch. Merritt was super tickled about her newfound love of disobeying me and standing up in her highchair.</div>
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Emma found my old phone and immediately did this with it - ahhhh...shake my head! What is it with this generation and the selfies???!!!!</div>
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Emma had a playdate and Brent was out washing cars...they joined in, willingly. Win-win!!</div>
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One of our many walks!</div>
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Love, love seeing the girls sit together!</div>
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Emma was great company and did my workout with me while Merritt napped. </div>
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Again....outside. In the cold!</div>
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Snuggling with grandpa! The best:)</div>
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Enjoying daddy being home, finally!</div>
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Merritt doesn't quite sit well at these chairs so Emma made a fort of pillows around her in case she fell!</div>
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There was a bead show in Mebane, so I left M behind and took Emma with me! We had a blast and ate lunch at Cracker Barrel!</div>
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Lazy weekend swinging..</div>
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Emma is loving showering and getting herself made up...I have a full blown girly girl for sure.</div>
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<b>Trader Joe's zucchini spirals</b></div>
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Man, these are delicious!! I just thaw in the pan on the stove, and add a tiny bit of butter and some salt and pepper. A great vege side!</div>
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<b>Amazon Echo Dot</b></div>
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Brent got this for me for Christmas, and I initially was not that excited. I love it now though! I love not worrying where my phone is and just asking her to play music or read me the weather. We have a Sonos downstairs that I LOVE, so Alexa is my upstairs gal:)</div>
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<b>Aveda face cream</b></div>
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I have the light weight lotion for summer, and loved it. But in the winter, I need a bit more hydration. This is perfect - thicker, but not cakey. And I love the scent - kind of herbal and earthy and spa-like. I also think they're products are very affordable and last a long time.</div>
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<b> Papersource large calendar</b></div>
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I got this last fall, and everyone who sees it when they come in loves it. I love it because it keeps us organized. I still have a small planner I carry around, but this one is helpful to see the whole month. I buy magnet strips that adhere to the back and put it on my fridge.</div>
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<b></b>I am loving having more free time to bead again, now that we are out of the one year baby blues:) I met my favorite supplier at her warehouse and had a blast with Emma picking out new strands.<br />
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A little peak of the store display:) There is an awesome tree branch holding most of the necklaces in the window...but the lighting was too weird to snap a pic. Go see them - Nofo has awesome one of a kind gifts and delicious eats!!</div>
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With my new role at Brent's store, I won't be able to fully devote much time to beading (and honestly, I never really did in the past), but for now, I'm loving having some time to still sell some pieces at Nofo and use my creativity some.</div>
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So that's a wrap on some things I am loving now! Hope everyone has a great weekend!</div>
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It seems like we have been so busy the last few months. And now that the sale of the store has gone through (praise hands), we can breathe a bit. Here's a snapshot of what's been going on in our house the past few weeks!</div>
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We ventured down to Carolina Brewing Company in Holly Springs...which did not disappoint. I think Merritt had the most fun of all.</div>
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Brent snapped this before Emma had gotten up. The morning is my favorite time - especially if I have gotten ready and had breakfast before anyone else gets up! </div>
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We went to my parents for dinner one night. It was cold and we had a warm crock pot stew.</div>
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Brent's best friend growing up came over with his family to celebrate the store purchase.</div>
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The kids stayed up late playing really good together, and the next morning we left for Bath to spend the day with Brent's family.</div>
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We celebrated Reagan's 16th birthday!</div>
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I had a lunch date with Emma, to the one and only Jersey Mike's.</div>
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And for the Super Bowl, Merritt (in her green attire) got a little crazy with the booze.</div>
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Merritt is still loving her naps - still going strong twice a day. She was rocking some bed head here.</div>
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This is my dear friend, Bill. I grew up with his son Treece, and Bill is the most caring, hardworking, selfless person. He has coached me and been like family. A few years ago, he was really, really sick and finally diagnosed with Wegener's disease. I am so grateful now for any time I get to spend with him. He is 67, has had hip replacement, and can still out ski everyone. Not to mention, has a heart of gold. It's no wonder Merritt is smiling:)</div>
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Actually, Brent bought it. But, we are officially small business owners! I am beyond excited for Brent and this opportunity. It has been his dream to own his own store for a LONG time now, and I am so proud of him. He's handsome, has a heart for caring for others, and oh....extremely smart. Like, he can name all the bigillion drugs out there and all their side effects and what they're used for and how they're made and still do it in words that simple folk like me can understand. He is so hardworking, and never asks for any recognition. We love him to pieces and can't wait to see him succeed even more!</div>
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I surprised him with a small get together at Bottle 501. Cheesy - yes, but I am so proud of him:)</div>
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A huge shoutout to those who came - at the last minute...during witching hour....with kids! I love all of you dearly!</div>
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We had a huge snowstorm last week...we got almost 11 inches at the house!!! It started Wednesday morning at about 9am and didn't stop until 9pm that night. I was in heaven!!! Brent was at work, but closed the store early and got home about 2pm. I don't venture out on my own with Emma and Merritt, so we waited for him and baked instead - brownies and bread to be exact:)</div>
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Merritt was intrigued by the snow.....</div>
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They made a pretty awesome snowman! I took a short walk around the block by myself:)</div>
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Emma loves her neighbor, Brooklyn. And the girls had a great time playing together.</div>
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Merritt wasn't as into the snow as the rest of her family...</div>
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Thankfully, Thursday was Brent's day off. And he got to stay home with us - this NEVER happens. The pharmacy doesn't just close, so he is always going in. I was so glad to have him home (for the help, the company, the sanity), and also for him to enjoy it with us. </div>
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After Merritt's afternoon nap, we decided to try the snow again. This time was much better...thank God. I kind of want to keep her:)</div>
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I went for another walk Friday morning before Brent went to work - I knew it would be my only alone time all day (and the next day since he was working then too). </div>
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This is Merritt's stroller stance - she is obsessed with this leapfrog laptop and it cracks me up. It looks like she's doing work while we stroll along.</div>
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We had a really, really good time together. I love the snow, and I loved spending so much time together. It was a simple, fun few days and if it snowed again this month, I'd be in heaven:)</div>
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My dad and I took Emma ice skating this weekend. My mom loves to go too, but she has a hurt knee, so she couldn't come. And Brent's not totally in to skating:), so he stayed home with Merritt. Emma is somewhat of a dare devil, which we quickly realized when we took her snow skiing 2 year ago. She had never skated before, but had a great time, and had a lot of fun. I see us going back again for sure!<br />
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It snowed last week, much to my pleasure! It could snow all winter long and I'd be a happy camper. I love it - playing in it, looking at it, driving on it, every part of it! Thankfully, the rest of my family does too....or at least 3/4 of them. The verdict is still out on Merritt.</div>
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Every time it snows, people lose their minds and can't seem to drive. Every year, we get a total crisis on our back road. It's a hill with a curve, and people in evidently can't seem to figure out how to drive down it, or go up it. So, there was a huge pile up. I saw several wrecks from my back window.</div>
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Finally, Brent went out to help. He spent 2 hours pushing people up the hill (who somehow can't figure out when they see 5 cars stopped on it, that maybe their little sedan may not make it up either). Then directing cars down the hill. Most drivers were people who had no business being out - they hated snow and had no idea how to drive in it. I imagine most worked jobs where they couldn't leave early to get home, and that makes me sad. I felt bad about running to Harris Teeter earlier in the evening when it had just started, thinking about the cashiers who probably got stuck going home. To be honest, it got slick pretty quick.</div>
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He actually ended up driving a lady home about a mile away. She had left her car at Food Lion and started walking because she had already gotten stuck a few times on Garrett Road. She was cold, and didn't have the right apparel on for trekking home in a snow storm. She also burst into tears when we talked to her because she had been at the hospital with her husband who has cancer. We brought her in our house too warm up while Brent got the truck ready, and he drove her home. In just 15 minutes, my whole perspective was changed - what a blessing to have supported her that night, and please pray for her and her husband.</div>
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An older girl a few houses down invited Emma to sled with her and they had a blast. I was house locked because of Merritt napping, but her parents took them to a better hill. Emma stayed out all afternoon! I was happy and sad at the same time - I loved the alone time, but she's growing so fast:)</div>
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We didn't get to enjoy the snow with dad, but we are hoping for another storm this week...and Brent is off the following day! So....bring on more snow!!!!</div>
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Like I said in my last post, we didn't stay up until midnight, but did hang with some great friends the days leading up to and following New Years! I am grateful for old and new friendships!</div>
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The only day warm enough to take kids outside!! A walk to Joe Van Gogh with my dear friend, Kathryn and her daughter!</div>
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New Years Eve fun at our old neighbor's house. We miss these families so much!!</div>
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Finishing our night next door with the dearest of friends!!</div>
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And started the year off right at Picnic with Brent's oldest and dearest friend! </div>
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I spent the start of the new year sleeping...or resting...rejuventating...recovering...however you want to spin it. I don't think I've seen a midnight since Emma was born actually! And I have no problems with that at all!</div>
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This year, I have so many thoughts racing through my mind. 2017 was a BIG year for us. It was full of a lot of ups and downs and challenges and changes. It was monotonous and unpredictable at the same time. Coming out on the other side now, I can start to really focus on getting into a routine, getting some of ME back. I am forever a mother, but I do miss the things that made me ME and not MOM all the time. Slowly...and in time...they will come. 2017 taught me that these phases do end, and they will change and that chaos and sadness do not last forever. 2017 also taught me that I am stronger than I thought I was, and that if you think it, you can do it. I knew early on that I could not change my circumstances with a sleepless and nursing only baby. But I could change my attitude. I could chose to be happy and thankful or I could chose to let it consume me. </div>
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In 2018, I have decided I want to be more intentional - with my thoughts, actions, and friendships. I want to continue taking care of me with working out and making good eating choices (note I am not dieting and I will never cut out alcohol or carbs or sugar...sorry...wrong girl.). I want to focus on real friendships and how I can make their lives better. I love it when people do the small things for me (like remembering my birthday with a small gift, or bring my coffee, or a meal) Those small, but thoughtful gestures mean the world, and I want to do it more for others. I want to really think through my words and choices - in every aspect. I want my children and husband to be proud that I am their mother and wife.</div>
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EMThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530889750702463579noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3965580262784872739.post-17820978407978797022018-01-09T07:00:00.000-05:002018-01-09T07:00:49.811-05:00Christmas 2017<div align="center" style="text-align: center;">
I will preface this post with the confession that I was super nervous and anxious about this trip. For one, Merritt had never travelled that far or been on a 8 hour car ride. Second, Brent was really busy at work, so I was responsible for everything to get us ready, even him. Third, it seemed like everyone was getting the stomach bug leading up to the trip and I am terrified of the stomach bug. </div>
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But I will continue to say that this was by far the best trip and it went soooo much better than I could have dreamed. Merritt never skipped a beat with naps and sleep at night. Emma did awesome. No one got sick. We had safe and easy travels. Family time was great. The weather was great. I could go on and on. God is good for sure.</div>
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Since I am so behind, I will do a short recap of December....although when you throw Christmas in and travels....there's a lot to cover!</div>
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Merritt loves when her daddy comes home - and to be honest, we all LOVE when daddy gets home!!!</div>
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We went to Floyd, VA to get our tree - an annual tradition for over 25 years! </div>
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Dinnertime is the most chaotic, messy, annoying, frantic, wine guzzling time of the day. But every once in awhile, I get a moment like this and all is well.</div>
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Tree decorating - Merritt was super pumped to wake up from her nap and see trinkets and ornaments all over for her to destroy/play with.</div>
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Fitch Lumber did a Halloween thing back on October, so I thought the Santa event was a great one to do as well. Merritt ate an entire piece of pizza by herself, so her night was made.</div>
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My sweet friend, Kelsie, took our card photos this year, and I actually sent them out before Christmas!! I did forget some people, and sadly....they haven't been sent yet. Oh well...Happy MLK day maybe???</div>
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Merritt tried to escape and run away but quickly remembered that she's a mama's girl through and through.</div>
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I helped Emma compose her letter to Santa - she spoke it to me, I wrote it down, then she copied it. She was super proud of herself, and I was too:)</div>
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Brent and I had a day date of errands and Christmas shopping, while these sweet sisters watched the girls.</div>
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Then our small group had a farewell dinner for some dear friends that are spending 6 months in London (rough life!). We are missing 2 awesome couples in our group...but here are most of us. I love, love, love our small group!!</div>
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Then Emma and I went for a special day date to the Bistro (where else?!) and some last minute errands.</div>
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It was a busy, busy start to December, and the next day we left for our trip to Pennsylvania for Christmas!!!</div>
<br />EMThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530889750702463579noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3965580262784872739.post-60063163775495310642018-01-07T15:06:00.001-05:002018-01-07T15:06:13.693-05:00Merritt's birthdayI know, it's January....and Merritt turned one in November...but better late than never. We started a new tradition for birthdays with Merritt - pancakes at Ye Olde Waffle Shop. I haven't been since I was a kid, so almost 30 years. It was awesome, and the staff was so nice and accommodating for us. We will definitely go back!!<br />
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Brent took off work, and it was so nice to have him home! We even let Emma skip school:)<br />
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When we told them it was her first birthday, they made a special stack with a candle just for her:)</div>
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She devoured it! This girl loves her some carbs!</div>
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We did a super small dinner at home with my parents over, and had Merritt's favorite - Trader Joe's lasagna. Then let her dive into her own cupcake from Smallcakes.</div>
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She definitely dug into it way more than Emma did at one.</div>
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These two...man my heart bursts for them!!!! Happy first birthday, Mer Mer!!!</div>
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My sweet, sweet Mer-bear. How can it be that you are one? <br />
I won't lie, the first year was harder than I thought, and harder than it was on me than it was with your sister. But we made it, and honestly, I wouldn't have it any other way. I am stronger, more confident, more loving, and more whole because of you, Merritt. From the moment I first held you, I felt in an instant connection that I didn't think was possible after having Emma. All my worries and fears about a second child disappeared. I love to watch Emma love on you. I can't wait to see you grow alongside of your sister. I am so, so blessed that you are my child.<br />
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Today, you have been with us for one whole year. You take 2 naps, and sleep through the night. You still nurse for night and naps, but the rest of the time you are chugging some whole milk. You LOVE food. We call you a chow hound, and laugh at how much you seem to fit into your teeny body. Your favorite things are carbs and cheese (good choices). <span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; display: inline; float: none; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">You eat almost everything - and no one can have food around you without you tasting it. </span>You have quickly become a daddy's girl like your sister. Your face lights up in a way that makes my heart so warm every time you see him come home. You love exploring toys and playing with trinkets. You are learning so many new things every day. You can stand on your own and you love to show off. You aren't walking yet, but I'm sure that will come soon enough. <br />
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Your smile warms everyone's heart, Merritt. I love to see the twinkle in your beautiful bright blue eyes. We are all so very, very happy to have you as our daughter and sister. Happiest of birthdays, sweet Mer Mer!</div>
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Today I am 37. I am a year older....a year wiser....a year more aware of how precious life is. We are settling into a good routine over here in the Talley household, and the season of hope is upon us. I feel extremely grateful for everything. I feel so blessed to have another year with my family and friends, and to have almost made it out of the first year baby phase (tomorrow). It's natural to reflect on where you are in life and where you are going. I admit, this year was harder - new child, new life at home, other personal challenges. Our life isn't perfect. We are still in our first house, we don't go on fancy trips, we rarely get adult nights, we drink cheap wine, and I too easily fall into the comparison trap. </div>
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But with all this, I'm reminded that all that doesn't matter. In the end, it just isn't important. My life isn't measured by those things, my identity isn't tied up in materials. I am beyond blessed to have so much (that isn't tangible) in this life - seeing my healthy children smiling, hearing them laugh, looking into my husband's eyes and feeling completely loved for who I am. My hope is that I continually remind myself of these things until my next birthday, and that I am forever grateful for God's blessing on me.</div>
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<br />EMThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530889750702463579noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3965580262784872739.post-7317033897068465692017-11-16T10:15:00.000-05:002017-11-16T10:15:00.437-05:00FoodFOOD - an odd title for a blog post, right??? Well, in our house this seems to be the current theme....<br />
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Emma has recently become obsessed with cooking shows - specifically Pioneer Woman. And I won't complain one bit, because I love that show, and anything is better than Vampirina....can I get an Amen??!! She recently started making "masterpieces" "herb derbs" creations....whatever you want to call them. It's mostly animal crackers, and graham crackers, and pirates booty covered with peanut butter or Nutella. Oh...and apples and bananas too. She makes plates and plates of them, then sits outside in the freezing cold to sell them:) We haven't had any takers....but feel free to stop in if you're in south Durham and hungry!</div>
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I guess this is a good thing with the Holidays coming up....Emma has already declared that she is cooking Thanksgiving...and I'm sure Merritt is already planning her total domination of some turkey and stuffing:)</div>
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It is finally fall here and while the weather is flip flopping between warm and cold, I am really enjoying the leaves! I love fall - it's always been my favorite time of year. I love the crispness, the grey days that make the leaves pop. I surely could survive in another part of the US where they get much BIGGER seasons:)</div>
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I chaperoned Emma's class to the pumpkin patch and we had a great time!</div>
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We went to Fitch Lumber for a Halloween celebration and had a great time! We will be going again for Christmas!</div>
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Emma wouldn't smile for the school parade...but she looked cute anyway!</div>
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This past Sunday, we went to Raven Rock State Park for a memory walk for a dear friend's father. It was a really good time, and I was glad to be there for the family. If you haven't been, it's beautiful....and the drive there wasn't too bad this time of year either.</div>
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Merritt celebrated her 11 month birthday! I can't believe she is almost ONE!</div>
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<br />EMThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530889750702463579noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3965580262784872739.post-56728334609369974762017-11-09T06:30:00.000-05:002017-11-09T06:30:07.607-05:00Halloween 2017<div style="text-align: center;">
Truthfully, Halloween isn't my favorite. I like decorating, but the costumes and candy and stress of Halloween night are not my thing. Either way, I rallied and we had a great time. This was the first year Emma got really into it, and although I had to leave early to put Merritt to bed, I had a great time. </div>
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The Village of Yesteryear is my favorite part - I love the bluegrass, the ice cream made by the John Deere tractors, and the new NC wine and beer section (which we sadly couldn't go into with kids - BOO)</div>
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Matching dresses for church! Merritt does great in the nursery - haven't been paged at all yet:) And Emma is finally going to Children's church and loves it! I actually get to sit in church and listen to the sermon!</div>
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Merritt loves to show her hiney!</div>
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We were super bummed to see that Jordan Lake was too low for one last boat trip a few weeks ago:(</div>
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This girl...she is stubborn....very hard headed and loves to test the limits, but when she loves, she LOVES BIG:)</div>
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And this one....while she is quickly becoming smitten with daddy....she's still attached to me most of the time.....and I'm not complaining.</div>
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...I am SOOOOO behind!! I have so much to catch up on here, so I'll do my best. Ironically, only my mom has reached out to see if I had any new posts because she hadn't seen any lately:) </div>
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I think the most note-worthy piece of info for sharing would be our monumental victories with Merritt's sleep!!!!!! About 2 weeks ago, I finally realized that we would have to let her learn how to sleep on her own/cry it out/etc.... She had 4 nights of getting up EVERY 2-3 hours, sometimes more, and I was DONE. I finally decided we had to implement the sleep plan we paid sp much money for:) If you remember, I paid for the plan, then immediately she started sleeping better, so I never even used it. But she progressively got worse and worse and we both hit our breaking point:) The first night, I put her down awake after nursing her and she cried for 45 minutes then SLEPT ALL NIGHT! The second night, she cried for 25 minutes, and SLEPT ALL NIGHT. The third night, she cried for 20 minutes, and SLEPT ALL NIGHT. Do you see the pattern here? I was astonished and kept waiting for the crisis to hit - could it have been this easy? Why did it take us 11 months to do this? Am I the biggest idiot ever? Should I be allowed to even raise kids?? We are 2 weeks in, and she has only gotten up in the middle of the night twice - after 2pm, and I nursed her very briefly then put her in her crib awake, where she then had to cry herself to sleep (which only took about 15 minutes). I am like a new person - I have an evening! I'm not super anxious all night, fearful of letting my guard down and falling asleep. It has been so great. I feel like the light at the end of the tunnel is finally here. The first year is HARD....especially when they aren't sleeping and you're nursing (because your diva baby won't take a bottle). I almost got sad....it was bittersweet. I now see some freedom in my future - I could go out to dinner, stay out past 7pm, even maybe go away for a night!!!! </div>
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We have also made some strides with naps. Merritt consistently would fall asleep to or from preschool, and not transfer well. So I would just drive around or leave her in the car in the driveway. While that was ok, it wasn't the best. We have been working now on letting her nap in her crib. We've done well...although nap jail is real. She does good for the morning nap....but normally doesn't do the afternoon (shorter one) here. Which is fine, because we have places to go, yo!</div>
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I can't even describe how grateful I am for this new stage and strides we have made. I know I sound super lame because I was enabling my baby for 10 months, but whatever....I do the best I can. I have my evenings back, I'm not anxious all the time, and I feel so rested and less stressed...which is helping parent Emma better:) I almost don't know what to do during nap time because I'm not used to having free time!! So, cheers to being able to enjoy fall, and getting a little bit of ME back!!!!</div>
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The last weekend of September, we headed to Duck for a family beach trip. The weather was actually really pleasant, and while we didn't swim in the ocean, Emma loved the pool at the house. </div>
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We actually had a very uneventful trip down...and I was REALLY worried about it. It didn't take nearly as long as I thought it would, and Merritt did fine, despite leaving later afternoon, which was not optimal. She slept for the first hour and a half, then I scooted back to entertain the girls.</div>
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We celebrated with a trip to Brew-thru when we arrived. Why are these not in Durham/Chapel Hill????!!!!! (Don't answer that...I know why...because of people LIKE ME)</div>
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And weirdly enough, there is a whole community up there only accessible by 4WD. It's crazy!!!</div>
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Merritt doesn't nap well, so we took a walk one afternoon, just me and Brent. It kind of felt like a date! We really enjoyed walking, talking, and a sleeping babe:)</div>
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(Alas....this happened about 3 weeks ago but I'm pretty behind these days in blogging...)<br />
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Emma lost her first tooth!! Everyone says it's an official rite of passage into being a big kid, which makes my sad:( She's so grown.....</div>
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She was completely freaked out at first - it had been wiggly but while eating pizza, it really came loose and was hanging by a thread. There was blood everywhere and Emma was screaming. Brent was, of course, late coming home. It was really wiggly at this point and I really wanted it to come out before bed....mainly so it could be done with! I knew Emma wouldn't sleep well and would worry about it, and Lord knows she wasn't going to eat until it came out either. <br />
When Brent got home, Emma had calmed down but she DID NOT want him to pull it out, so he just kept asking to see it and finally pulled it out. She didn't even know it but when he showed it to her, she got all upset...but only for a minute.<br />
I was totally unprepared and only had a $10 bill.....so the Tooth Fairy gave a special gift for the FIRST tooth....which we emphatically explained:)<br />
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<br />EMThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530889750702463579noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3965580262784872739.post-43646512171279011162017-09-28T07:00:00.000-04:002017-09-28T07:00:10.030-04:00Life in pictures<div style="text-align: center;">
Here's a look at what we've been up to the past few weeks!! Enjoy:)</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pulling up on her own now!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Emma and I had a date to the movies - we saw Leap and had popcorn, chocolate cake, and wine:) It was a lot of fun with my big girl!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I had 4 hours away from the kids to show some of my pieces at the Five Points Fashion Show. Loved seeing all of my work displayed:)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Botanical Gardens for a picnic and some hiking....loving the outdoors and hoping for some fall temps to better enjoy it!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This newly remodeled farmhouse is absolutely gorgeous and can be rented out if you're ever in Gates, NC:)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Emma's a big fan of fields!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And sit here with a glass of wine every evening.....</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Poor Emma has a case of strep throat....came on super fast one night. Hoping she gets better soon and doesn't share it.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Meanwhile, this one is full speed ahead. Crawls at lightning speed, especially if she has something she's not supposed to:)</td></tr>
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First up...SLEEP. I am happy to report that things literally did a 180 on us about 2 weeks ago. I literally hit the "Pay" button on a sleep coach for a training plan, and before I could even read it all and start, Merritt started sleeping soo much better. She has been sleeping through the night, or only getting up once (that's happened only 4 times). She went from getting up 1-2 hours after I initially put her down and then 3-4 hours after that, to going to around 7:30-8 and sleeping until about 5. She still needs a small feeding at 5 and then sleeps until 7. Life is so much better - my anxiety is down, I am almost too rested (it's amazing how you get used to no sleep!), and I just feel happier. I do know that things could change at any moment, so I am armed and ready with our sleep plan (stages for teaching Merritt not to nurse to sleep, and put herself to sleep at night and for naps). </div>
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NURSING - When Merritt was not sleeping and up all night, I had a hard time weaning or trying to wean her for some feedings because she was keeping my milk supply way up. Now that she's leveled out, we are doing much better. She still nurses in the morning and at night, and only one other time during the day. The rest of the feedings are babyfood and 2 formula feeds. She's doing much better with her drinking and is downing at least 8 ounces of formula a day. I think she has finally figured out how to drink consistently. Again - I felt a huge weight lifting from me with this new step!</div>
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FOOD - I was worried about Merritt's inability to want to eat finger foods. But, she has mastered this as well:) I feed her organic jar baby food (I just like how much thicker it is), yogurt melts, cheerios, and puffs. She's also had small pieces of cheese, bread, and pumpkin muffin. </div>
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SCHEDULE - I admit I miss summer and it's spontaneity but I also believe that a schedule has been really good for all of us. I take Emma to school at 8:45 and Merritt always falls asleep on the way home. I let her stay in the car (with it running in the driveway), and she sleeps for about an hour to an hour and a half. It's not perfect, but it works for us right now. I go inside and clean, get things done, and sometimes just sit and do nothing for a few minutes:) She doesn't transfer well, so I'm not messing with her once she falls asleep. We go to get Emma at lunchtime - I wanted Emma to stay for lunchbunch more often, but her school raised the price from $6 to $8 a day, which I think is insane. I truly value the work her teachers do, but that's a big jump, and for those who don't work - a lot of money. She won't be able to stay but once or twice a week:( I have been packing our lunch and we try and have a picnic or run an errand during this time. We stay out until about 2:30 and the head home, where of course Merritt falls asleep in the car (stop judging), and we let her sleep while we go inside. Because Merritt nurses to sleep, I haven't had much luck with naps lately. I was spending 30-45 minutes nursing her to sleep only to put her down and she wake up. For right now, this method is working, and I'll work on it later! </div>
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EMMA - Miss Emma is on year 2 at preschool and I think she's doing fine. I still question whether she needs more stimulation during the day (more than what 3 hours can give), so I am finding afternoons challenging sometimes. I think I've found that if I take us somewhere after school, that helps. She doesn't want to do any activities, and while I wish she did, I also don't want to chase a crawling baby around while we wait at some activity. Trying to entertain a 10 month old in public places isn't easy, or sanitary.</div>
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That's it for now! I'll post some pics in another post of what we've been up to. We are headed to the beach today if Emma starts to feel better - she has strep throat:( We are all hoping she didn't share it with anyone else!</div>
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1. Target's Threshold collection</div>
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I did a huge house cleaning one weekend...well WE did it (thanks, Brent) We cleaned places I didn't even know existed and I went through A TON! I threw 2 huge trashbags outs of old things (a lot from the bathroom). I got a new rug for our bath area (where the sinks are), and I LOVE it. I love a fancy rug in a spot where you wouldn't expect it...like a bathroom or kitchen. And by fancy, I mean from Target:) </div>
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I really want a Roarke or Mignonne...but they're not in the cards with this current budget:( So, when I spotted these at a boutique, I knew I had to get one!! They are so fun - dressed up with a fancy dress or just with a plain tee. I see lots of possibilities:) The only time I wore it so far, I got so many compliments...so I think it's a winner!</div>
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After having to repair my Costas (and dropping way more than should be possible), I decided to try <a href="http://sunski.com/">these</a>. I can't say enough good things about them. They are light n the face, really cute, and sooooo affordable. I may never buy a nice pair again.... They come in lots of styles. REI and Hollister carry them in stores, or you can order them (best bet).</div>
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And speaking of jewelry, I've been busy making new pieces for Nofo's first Five Points Fall Fashion week. I admit finding time to make these, and be in the creative mood, is more challenging these days:) But at the end of the day, I'm proud to be selling these and love making styles that are affordable for everyone. These pics are AWFUL...and my next big project will be figuring out how to photograph my work:(<br />
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Hope everyone has a great weekend - we are keeping it low key at home (Brent is working Saturday), and have no real commitments....soooo glad to relax and not have anything to do (well...as much as that can happen with 2 kids!)</div>
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