New Year's Resolutions

I decided that I will make a list of my New Year's Resolutions so that I have more motivation to complete them. I am going to try and make them realistic and attainable. So, those of you that see this, please leave words of encouragement!

1. Exercise at least 3 times a week for at least 30 minutes.
2. Eat more healthy foods and drink 8 glasses of water a day.
3. Take time to spend with each of my children individually.
4. Be a better support and source of strength to my husband.
5. Learn to fix more things (mostly car things).
6. Learn how to sew more things for my home.
7. Write in my journal at least weekly (and my blog too!)
8. Read my scriptures and pray every day.

Those are what I am going to start on for now. If anyone wants to share their resolutions - I will help to keep you motivated as well! Happy New Year!

Montel

Another thing that has happened in our lives is being on one of Montel's Holiday Shows over the Christmas break. On December 22, we aired on national television. Montel had traveled to Jeremiah's ship to talk with him about being away for the holidays and such. He took with him a little message that was taped of me and the girls at a previous date to show him. The show was wonderful, focusing on families that are separated for the Holidays and unable to be with each other for those things that families cherish most. The 'important' thing that Jeremiah missed during his deployment was Julia's birth on October 13, 2006. I'm sure that was what deemed us 'eligible' for the show. He was asked why he joined the military. In response he said, "Others have gone on before me to serve when I was unable....they said yes to defend this country....it's my turn." which of course made me cry because that is definitely him in a nut shell. He's always been the protector. He sent a little message to me which was also very sweet. It was so good to see him - it's the best thing I've had since he left. Please pray for those troops out there! Most of the men who sign up for this are doing just that, protecting their families, their freedoms, their country. I wish there were more men like Jeremiah out there willing to do such a thing for those reasons.
Also, as a side note, Jeremiah lost a friend to the war on terrorism recently. He gave everything so that YOU can worship how you want, be free from dictators, and be safe from terrorism. He believed in this country enough to be willing to make such a sacrifice. He was only 24 years old. Here's a tribute to Shawn Murphy, a good man who sacrificed all to help this country stay free of evil acts. May the Lord bless his family in his absence and bless him for his willingness to serve.

The Crazy Sunday

So, today, I load up my two children (like I always have for the past two and a half months) and finally get out the door 15 minutes later than I wanted to. Upon arrival, we sit with some friends in hopes that Melanie will do better sitting through church. Which, she does. However, Julia needed a diaper change and bottle about half way through Sacrament Meeting. The other family we were sitting with also had problems with their youngest (which is Melanie's age) and needed to take care of that. Basically, today is just one of those days that I can't seem to get things together. I forgot to put the dinner in the crock pot before leaving for church. Melanie is still coughing and stuffy. Julia keeps messing up her schedule. I am having a hard time with all of this. The Lord must really have something good planned for my future if I HAVE to go through this now without a husband. It's bad enough having to split my time in two and be able to feel as though I have given enough love and attention to both of my wonderful girls. I want them to turn out good. Those people who have helped me have been such a blessing in my life! I really appreciate all that they do. They are wonderful women, most of which have been in a similar situation to mine. Oh how I appreciate those other Navy wives in my life! Thank you to all who have been there for me. Your help has been a help far more than you know.

To my husband...

This is a little 'shout out' of sorts to my husband... Jeremiah. I love you so much. I definitely love you more today that I did yesterday. But, not as much as I will love you tomorrow. These past 3 years have been the best of my life. We've started a family together and have two beautiful girls to show for it. Most of all, and Best of all.... we have each other. We will never have to be alone again! That's definitely a plus for me. I wish you the safest of travels and I hope that you know how very proud your family is of you and your service to our country. Words cannot express how very much I love you. Not to mention how much the girls really love you. I know that Julia loves you, even though you haven't met her yet. She is anxiously awaiting your arrival, I am sure. She will probably get tired of me and feel as though i am SO boring by the time you get back. Just come home safe and know that SO many people love and miss you back home.

Another Good Night's Sleep

So, Yet another good nights' sleep. Almost... I'm still up, right? Anyway... things here are going well. I just found out today that our youngest daughter now weighs 12 lbs 10 oz and is 23 inches long at her two month appointment! Yikes! But boy was she a trooper today with shots. She cried during the prick (who wouldn't?) and then she was just fine not even a minute after all of that. She was so brave!! Melanie is next!! And, probably me... YIKES! Anyway... Melanie now puts the headphones on her head to listen to music. She loves to watch movies and is getting better about playing with people. She has had a cough and cold lately... but... she is finally getting better (after about a week!). Julia is the sweetest baby you will ever meet. She is so full of life and has the sweetest little spirit. I am finally getting the hang of what she preferrs. Well, I'm supposed to be getting cleaning done and all of that wonderful stuff!! So, back to 'work'.

The Good Nights Sleep

Yeah, So I was able to get a really good night's sleep last night! I had a friend that offered to take the kids for a night (thank Heavens!) so that I could get some much needed rest. You know, adjusting to life with two children is definitely a feat! Not to mention that the house gets clean A LOT faster when the children are gone and you know that they will be gone for a little while. It gives you that extra motivation to just get down to cleaning and save the rest for AFTER the work is done! Yeah, I am one of those moms that HAS to have ac clean home to think clearly and function without too much stress. I know I need to relax a bit on the tidiness of toys of course.
Anyway... I digress..the best part was, they did well for my friend and allowed her to get some sleep as well! So, now they have a well rested mama to take care of them! It's amazing how true friends have that sense of pulling together and helping out. I am so lucky to have friends like that. Thank you to all of my friends that are always so willing to help out and lend an extra hand.