12 weeks Baby Bump

Today I made it to 12 weeks! I was thinking of how cool it would have been to have made it to 12 weeks yesterday on 12/12/12, oh well! I am hoping that since I am now to the 12 week mark that I will no longer experience nausea all day long and maybe get some energy. (I've been sneaking in naps during the day) I know there is not much of a huge bump yet but I just want to document it- mostly for myself!

 

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How far along?: 12 weeks!

How big is baby?: The size of a lime- supposedly

Maternity Clothes?: I still fit into my normal clothes but somedays my pants feel tighter than others. I went out and bought some leggings to wear around just so I could be comfortable.

Sleep?: I have been having the weirdest dreams lately. I had crazy dreams with Mia too, they definitely keep me entertained.

What I'm looking forward to?: Feeling movement, finding out the gender, etc, etc!

Milestone?: That by some miracle I am pregnant!


Happy Thursday everyone!





december list

I know everyone is talking about it, but I am done with finals (deep breathe) and I survived another semester. Now that the stress is gone, all that is on my mind is getting into the Christmas spirit by doing anyone or more of the following things.

Here is my perfect December Xmas list......

The lights at Temple Square. It's not Xmas if you don't go to Temple Square.

 

A cup of Hatches family chocolates hot chocolate... it can warm you right up after seeing the temple square lights.

 

 

How I would love to go to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert.

 

 

Ice skating at the Gallivan Center.

 

 

It wouldn't be Christmas without at least one ugly sweater party with your favorite girls, right?? Word to the wise never pass up an ugly sweater party, and the uglier the better.

 

 

 

Having this shake Chic-Fil-A Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshake at least 3 times.

 

 

 

 

 

Spending lots of time with these people, because I love my family

 and Christmas so why wouldn't I?

 

 

There is much more to the list like, driving through neighboorhoods seeing lights, white elephant gifts, breakfast at grandmas, games, gifts, surprises, making giant snowmen, watching the grinch at least 3 times, traditions, etc....

I love the holidays, and now I'm ready for them.

Let the Christmasing begin!

 

 

 

 

 

 



 



Eshakti Review & GIVEAWAY!

Last month Nicole and I were approached by Eshakti to do a clothing review. I had heard about Eshakti but didn't really know much about their clothing or their company. Eshakti is an online womens clothing company specializing in dresses, vintage dresses, formal dresses, etc. They are NOT your average online clothing company, they have something really unique about them- you pick your dress and then you can customize it to your liking. They have many different sizes to make sure that it fits you just perfect. Then you can customize the sleeve length and the dress length. The dress I chose was originally sleeveless. I decided to add 3/4 length sleeves since it is winter time and I wanted to keep my arms warm! It turned out even better than I expected. Nicole's was able to add sleeves to her dress and change the length on hers too. When I got my dress in the mail I immediately tried it on and couldn't believe how comfortable it was. I loved the vintage look of it and how practical it was. I literally didn't want to take it off, it is so comfortable I could sleep in it! I instantly knew I wanted to pair mine with my favorite boots and it is so gorgeous on its own I don't need to wear a ton of accessories. Nicole's dress is perfect for layering with a cardigan or wearing on its own. We are so satisfied with our choices from Eshakti and would recommend it to YOU and anyone who is looking for the perfect dress.

P.S. Photoshoots are awkward

 

(Why are we pushing our stomachs forward??)

 

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And guess what? TWO lucky readers will win a $25 gift certificate to spend however they like on Eshakti's website. YEP- TWO OF YOU! So get entering! Winners will be announced next Tuesday!

Rules:
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Good Luck!

Go Jazz

 

Cheers to the start of the weekend, and hanging out with my girl jackee,

 and to a jazz win, and a many subpar photos.

 

 

 

 

Announcing...

Remember how I said I had a BIG announcement?

 

Our little family of 3 will soon become a family of 4!!

 

Coming June 2013

 

We are thrilled and feel so blessed to be able to add to our family. If you remember back on Mother's day I wrote a post about my journey to becoming a mother. It was a road filled with frustration, infertility, IVF, fears and lots of tears. I would not change one thing about that journey because it blessed me with my little Princess and now by some miracle we are able to give our Princess a sibling (all natural - without the help of doctors!). God truly works in mysterious ways but he absolutely answers prayers and loves us!

 

How I found out:
It was the morning after I got home from my San Francisco trip. I was about a week late and honestly didn't think there was any way I was pregnant. Why didn't I think so? I had done ovulation testing ALL month long and did not get one positive test. I was actually feeling kind of down about it thinking that I wasn't ovulating. I decided to take a test anyway. It was a slight positive but I didn't think it was possible so I decided later that day I would go to the store and get some more tests. I bought some more tests but put it off until later. I was just busy going about my normal day. I made dinner and decided to finally take a test. It was positive. I called my hubby in and said, "dinner is ready, oh and I'm pregnant." We were so happy to say the least! I took about 6 more tests and each day the line got darker and darker. I waited a few days and just HAD to tell my mom & my sister. It's kind of hard to keep secrets from them anyways when they are always asking about how your fertility is going! We waited to tell the rest of the family on Thanksgiving Day where Mia wore a shirt that said, "Big Sister". It was so fun to see everyone's reactions as they looked at her shirt and figure it out.

 

I am so excited to share this journey with you. More stories and "bumpdates" coming soon!

 

 



Tuesday Delights

Last Thursday night I was hit HARD by the stomach flu. I had made some fun family plans to go to the Festival of Trees and see the lights at Temple Square, instead I found myself laying in bed pretty much all weekend long. I was so excited about my weekend last week that when it didn't happen I was pretty bummed out but this week I have a few things to look forward to on this lovely Tuesday:

 

1. Review & Giveaway from Eshakti within the next few days!

 

 

 

2. BIG announcement coming soon.

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3. Remember my blog BFF Brani Laine? She is having her first ever giveway. Check it out.



4. Making 200 Vanilla Almond Cupcakes with Salted Buttercream for my church Christmas party. Find the recipe here.

5. Finally going to see the lights at Temple Square with my cute little family.

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Wish me luck that none of us get sick again!! Happy Tuesday Everyone! 

 

Vuezz. take 2

Seriously you guys go check out VUEZZ . The product is anything you want it to be. Buy it now before the prices go up, you have until Monday December 17. So go to Kickstarter and back this project. Here is a simple animation of what and how diy vuezz works!
 

 

Here are few ideas of how Vuezz can look.

 

 

 

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