Kendyl finds her feet!
Kendyl enjoys her exersaucer!
Kendyl tries out a jumpy seat at Aunt Shelley's!
And just some other fun pictures of Kendyl smiling!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
And the fun continues....
So much has been going on lately! Here is a quick overview of a few other things that have been providing us with entertainment:
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Bumbo Abs
Kendyl has been doing 'ab crunches' lately and it's not because bathing suit season is coming. She is at the stage where she knows how cool sitting up can be but she just can't get the hang of it. Here is a quick look at how frustrated she gets when she can't sit up.....
In an effort to help Kendyl's six pack campaign, I broke down and bought a Bumbo seat. I heard how awesome they are but never intended to buy one. Here is Kendyl in her new Bumbo seat....
I guess now we will be working on Bumbo Abs!
Sleeping Arrangements
My girl is growing up too fast! She slept in her own room last night! Kevin laid her down around 9:30 in her crib so when it came time for me to go to bed at midnight, I decided not to move her. She has started to be very wiggly in her cradle and on Monday, she even had her legs hanging out the sides (between the bars). I thought she would be more comfortable if she had more room and it seems like she was. At one point, when I went to check on her (around 5am), she was lying sideways in the crib. It was very cute! Although she is only across the hall, this was my first step in letting her grow up. I’m not sure how much I like it…..
Here is Kendyl starting out in her crib all snug and cozy. She looked so small in the big crib - I wasn't sure if it was time to make the transition from her cradle.
And here is Kendyl a few hours later. I think she is enjoying the space!
Here is Kendyl starting out in her crib all snug and cozy. She looked so small in the big crib - I wasn't sure if it was time to make the transition from her cradle.
And here is Kendyl a few hours later. I think she is enjoying the space!
Monday, March 16, 2009
Can you hear me now?
Well, its been around 3 months since I've posted anything... guess that's one new year's resolution we can scratch off the list. I think Stac does a better job of letting you know what's going on anyway. But enough of all that, on with the real post...
Sunday is usually a day we spend together as a family but sometimes I take part of the day to get in some recreation. I was supposed to spend this particular Sunday hunting quail, however mother nature apparently had alternate plans for the birds and left us waiting in the rain. However, that meant I could spend more time at home enjoying the little one.
After lunch we decided to take a trip to our local Verizon store. Stac has been fighting with her blackberry for about a week and hasn't been to correct the problems, even after a trip earlier in the week for support. At that visit she was told the phone was in need of an update and everything should be fine. Well it wasn't. I don't use Verizon as my wireless carrier and I'm sure their product is very good and very reliable however I believe Verizon may want to look at improving it's customer service. I'm not sure if it was just a typical Sunday or a result of the weather but the store was packed. We walked in a signed in as prompted. We wasted a few mintues looking at some phone accessories before finding a spot to sit and wait. After about forty minutes and three false alarms our ticket was finally punched. A Verizon employee called Stac's name and asked how she could help. After a brief explanation of the problems we were told just to call the 800 technical support number and they would send her a new phone. Well as it turns out that wasn't exactly true. The employee was so busy trying to just get rid of us she didn't ask how long Stac had the phone. As it turns out she's had too long to just be replaced but of course the employee did offer us an upgrade option but it would be more expensive because she didn't qualify for a full upgrade discount. So after declining the upgrade option the employee again told us just to call the tech line and they would help. So as we loaded into the car and headed on our way Stac began the call. At the end of the call the phone was still not fixed and her option now is to completely restore the phone and lose everything in it. It's a frustrating situation and it doesn't look like things are gonna get any easier. It seems to me that companies these days spend too much time wooing the new customer and not enough time taking care of the people who are already paying them. Yes new customers is how you build your business but don't forget the power of a satisfied customer.
Sunday is usually a day we spend together as a family but sometimes I take part of the day to get in some recreation. I was supposed to spend this particular Sunday hunting quail, however mother nature apparently had alternate plans for the birds and left us waiting in the rain. However, that meant I could spend more time at home enjoying the little one.
After lunch we decided to take a trip to our local Verizon store. Stac has been fighting with her blackberry for about a week and hasn't been to correct the problems, even after a trip earlier in the week for support. At that visit she was told the phone was in need of an update and everything should be fine. Well it wasn't. I don't use Verizon as my wireless carrier and I'm sure their product is very good and very reliable however I believe Verizon may want to look at improving it's customer service. I'm not sure if it was just a typical Sunday or a result of the weather but the store was packed. We walked in a signed in as prompted. We wasted a few mintues looking at some phone accessories before finding a spot to sit and wait. After about forty minutes and three false alarms our ticket was finally punched. A Verizon employee called Stac's name and asked how she could help. After a brief explanation of the problems we were told just to call the 800 technical support number and they would send her a new phone. Well as it turns out that wasn't exactly true. The employee was so busy trying to just get rid of us she didn't ask how long Stac had the phone. As it turns out she's had too long to just be replaced but of course the employee did offer us an upgrade option but it would be more expensive because she didn't qualify for a full upgrade discount. So after declining the upgrade option the employee again told us just to call the tech line and they would help. So as we loaded into the car and headed on our way Stac began the call. At the end of the call the phone was still not fixed and her option now is to completely restore the phone and lose everything in it. It's a frustrating situation and it doesn't look like things are gonna get any easier. It seems to me that companies these days spend too much time wooing the new customer and not enough time taking care of the people who are already paying them. Yes new customers is how you build your business but don't forget the power of a satisfied customer.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
His Plan
EJ and Riley, friends of ours, also keep a blog and one of Riley’s recent posts, ‘Trust Him for Tomorrow,’ really touched my heart. She talks about a sermon in church entitled ‘God’s Purpose: Right Now’ (you can check it out at http://051708.blogspot.com/). As I read her recap of the sermon, I realized just how true the words are and just how much they spoke to me.
I am a planner and like to feel in control of my life. In January 2005, Kevin and I had ‘the talk’ about starting a family and after checking my calendar, I determined May would work best for me. I calculated the best time to be on maternity leave in regards to work and the best months for being pregnant. Then, we set our plan in motion. I went to the doctor and had a complete physical and we decided May would be the month to get pregnant. Success!
Of course, our plan was quickly ripped away and we started the horrific trials with infertility. Throughout our struggles, it was difficult to maintain a strong faith. I knew He was with me every step, feeling the same pain we were experiencing, but I often found myself very angry at Him. I questioned Him and asked ‘Why’ more times than I can count. It was simple (in my eyes) and I didn’t understand why I could not have a baby. After all, I was ready.
It’s sad how quickly, in times of turmoil, we lose our faith. I had been lost for many months and the emptiness I was feeling was not only from the loss of our babies, but from the loss of Christ in my life. In October 2007, I realized that if I was going to survive another day, I needed to turn my heart back to God. I let go of my anger, I stopped asking why, and I placed my trust in Him. I knew He had a plan for us, even if it wasn’t on my timeline, and with Him by our side, we would be fine.
We stopped the tests, the medications, and the doctor’s appointments. As Riley says, “We must obey Him today and trust Him for tomorrow” and that is exactly what I did.
My outlook on life improved and I no longer felt empty. I was at peace and my heart was filled with love for a glorious God. Kevin and I weathered a great storm and our love had grown deeper than ever before. We knew there was a grandeur plan and we trusted Him to reveal it when the time was right. And that is just what He did.
Fast forward a year…
I am still a planner, although I have learned a great deal about flexibility, especially with a 4-month old. (YEAH!) I am continuously listening for God to speak to my heart and I am open to experience His plan, in His time. For this is the best plan I could ever have.
I am a planner and like to feel in control of my life. In January 2005, Kevin and I had ‘the talk’ about starting a family and after checking my calendar, I determined May would work best for me. I calculated the best time to be on maternity leave in regards to work and the best months for being pregnant. Then, we set our plan in motion. I went to the doctor and had a complete physical and we decided May would be the month to get pregnant. Success!
Of course, our plan was quickly ripped away and we started the horrific trials with infertility. Throughout our struggles, it was difficult to maintain a strong faith. I knew He was with me every step, feeling the same pain we were experiencing, but I often found myself very angry at Him. I questioned Him and asked ‘Why’ more times than I can count. It was simple (in my eyes) and I didn’t understand why I could not have a baby. After all, I was ready.
It’s sad how quickly, in times of turmoil, we lose our faith. I had been lost for many months and the emptiness I was feeling was not only from the loss of our babies, but from the loss of Christ in my life. In October 2007, I realized that if I was going to survive another day, I needed to turn my heart back to God. I let go of my anger, I stopped asking why, and I placed my trust in Him. I knew He had a plan for us, even if it wasn’t on my timeline, and with Him by our side, we would be fine.
We stopped the tests, the medications, and the doctor’s appointments. As Riley says, “We must obey Him today and trust Him for tomorrow” and that is exactly what I did.
My outlook on life improved and I no longer felt empty. I was at peace and my heart was filled with love for a glorious God. Kevin and I weathered a great storm and our love had grown deeper than ever before. We knew there was a grandeur plan and we trusted Him to reveal it when the time was right. And that is just what He did.
Fast forward a year…
I am still a planner, although I have learned a great deal about flexibility, especially with a 4-month old. (YEAH!) I am continuously listening for God to speak to my heart and I am open to experience His plan, in His time. For this is the best plan I could ever have.
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