New Things on the Block

We got our Costco Membership right when we got back from our honeymoon, last August. In a year, we had been there TWICE, and once was a quick stop to buy a camera for a Christmas present, so I hardly count that. But, ever since we moved into the Costco neighbor, we have been there twice in two weekends and it has changed our (Owen's) life. He lights up, like we've entered Disneyland. The possibilities are endless. From the electronics section, to the free samples, and cool ladders that we HAVE to have...I'm wondering how it took us so long to become Costco fanatics. O is also VERY impressed by Costco's business model:)

Our other new thing on the block is Friday Night Lights. No, not the movie with Tim McGraw, the TV series. I was hesitant at first, but a few friends and trusted blogs told us to give it a shot. And a shot we gave. We have now finished the first season and are fans. I don't know if I'm supposed to share this, so it can be our little secret. I love falling asleep to shows, so it's helped in that department, too!

 

So I'm pretty sure my mom had the whole family plan an intervention this week. Apparently, since meat is my nemesis, I need LOTS more protein than I've been getting, or more like, the baby does. Everyone and  my mom have been giving me all sorts of new ways to introduce more protein into my diet. So, at our friendly neighborhood Costco, we picked up some protein shakes packed with 30g of protein per bottle. Now you can all rest easy.

 

Prilosec. Back in my life. My best friend during the first trimester, who I was praying I would never have to meet again, is now back for my third and final phase. The heartburn has returned with a vengeance. Between the baby using my bladder as a trampoline and this crazy heartburn, my nights have turned sleepless. Apparently, it's supposed to get me ready to be up all night with the baby. I'd prefer my last few months of peaceful sleep, thankyouverymuch. 

 

Looks like the use of  "Y" in the name Jayce might be getting vetoed. Too much confusion with the name "Jaycee" and being mistaken for a girl. To be continued...but it looks like we might be going with Jace, which is fine by me...don't wanna traumatize the kid.

 

Last, but not least...I know these are HORRIBLE pictures, but I promise these boots are super cute in real life. AND, they were only $50 for BOTH pairs. At that price, I would advise that you RUN, don't walk! Ross...who knew?! Thanks to the hubby for letting me keep two pairs of brown boots. But, really, they are totally different looks. And the heels will have to be a post-baby treat. They won't support my current waddle. But, being the lover of boots that I am...I am a happy girl indeed!

**Thank you Google for all your images**

Update

We hosted our first party at the new digs. We had a surprise 30th birthday party for my brother, with maybe 30ish people. This home felt right...filled with family and friends--upstairs, downstairs, on the deck, on the grass...I knew this home would be perfect for us! I still remember how much we went through to get this place, how many obstacles stood in the way and I remember being SO ANXIOUS about it. One night at prayer meeting I was fed up with all the anxiety over this house. I knew it was supposed to be ours but had no idea how it could work...and the Lord said "watch me provide". I knew it was Him instantly and from then on out the anxiety faded. We still went through challenge after challenge before the house was finally ours, but I knew that voice I heard and I knew that somehow He would move things around and He would provide. He did. Because this house shouldn't be ours.

I remember when I first got pregnant. The worries of not having a home for our baby. Not having a suitable car. Well, the home was provided. And yesterday, so was our new SUV! We bought an Acura MDX that is just waiting to cart Jayce around wherever his little self needs to go. My deathcar for cutie can now take a well-deserved break. High school was a long time ago. And that puppy has been faithful ever since. But all good things must come to an end.

And Jayce Michael--"Healer--who is like God"...

We went in for our follow up visit at Swedish downtown yesterday. Our last appointment ended in tears and anxiety and worry. They were afraid they saw a double collecting system on his right kidney. Now, if his left kidney was just missing and his right kidney was fine, no one was worried. Every person I've talked to in the medical field has no issue with the missing kidney, they all say people live normal, healthy lives with just one kidney all the time. Most people aren't even aware of it. If you are over the age of 20 and reading this, you might have one kidney...they didn't start testing for them until 20 years ago. So the one kidney thing wasn't the biggest deal. But this double collecting system  brought the scary words...like surgery.

And yet, for some 'unexplainable' reason, yesterdays ultrasound showed absolutely zero sign of a double collecting system...it showed a perfectly healthy, normal, right kidney. A normal, healthy, surgery-less baby are the fresh, new thoughts in my head. My mom thinks it's all those prayers. The ones from India. The ones from friends and family and friends of family. Healed without surgery. A miracle.

My life is blessed. Sometimes I don't understand. Sometimes I get so frustrated. Sometimes I just want to scream. But I'm taking a step back today. I'm looking at the past 7 months of my life and how everything has somehow come together when it shouldn't have. And all I can say is how blessed we are. How truly, truly blessed.

Close-up of Jayce's face..he is about to put his little hand in his mouth:)