1. What did you do in 2010 that you'd never done before?
Got pregnant and had a baby haha
2. Did you keep your New Year's resolutions and will you make more for next year? I don't think I actually made one and if I did it was to fully get out of credit card debt which we did and at least be pregnant which we also did.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth? Yep! Me! And a bunch of my May 08 girls
4. Did someone close to you die? Yes Mr. B's Papa.
5. What countries did you visit? Just the US...we traveled a ton the year before and this year the goal was to have a beh beh.
6. What would you like to have in 2011 that you didn't have in 2010? A promotion/raise. There is a position open now and I'm just waiting to get an interview..fingers crossed. A real family vacation.
7. What dates from 2010 will be etched in your memory and why? March 10th I found out I was pregnant. November 4th my sweet baby was born.
8. What was your biggest achievement of this year? Our baby girl
9. What was your biggest failure? I guess not getting the max on my raise which was B.S.
10. Did you suffer illness of injury? Well I didn't suffer an injury other then my back pains during pregnancy and healing from a section.
11. What was the best thing you bought? Ava's baby furniture and other stuff for her, our xmas presents.
12. Who's behavior merited celebration? My aunt for being so strong during a time of sadness with a marriage ending and family not supporting her.
13. Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed? My grandparents. Inexcusable.
14. Where did most of your money go?Ava haha...doc visits, delivery, stuff for her...all worth it!
15. What did you get really, really excited about? Ava!
16. What song will always remind you of 2010? Hmm honestly I mainly listened to classical music either on the radio or the baby cd's haha
17. Compared to this time last year, are you skinnier or fatter? richer or poorer? happier or sadder? Skinnier..not only did I lose the 41lbs from pregnancy but I'm down about 4-5lbs from pre-pregnancy weight gooo me! Richer and hopefully I get this promotion and it's even more. Happier! Even with family drama my little family makes me more happy than anything else.
18. What do you wish you'd done more of? Slept while I had the chance haha jk that doesn't really help anyways. Gone and got massages.
19. What do you wish you'd done less of? Umm worrying about others drama
20. How did you spend Christmas? Mr. B in law's, and uncle Ben were here to help celebrate Ava's 1st Xmas even though she fell asleep two seconds into opening presents haha
21. Did you fall in love with 2010? Absolutely. With my baby girl and my babies daddy hah
22. What was your favorite TV program?oh geez haha...re-runs ok Golden Girls, Roseanne, Reba, Glee, Greys, Private Practice, Better With You, The Middle, Cougartown, and Modern Family.
23. What was the best book you read? I only read baby books haha
24. What was your greatest musical discovery? a crying baby hah
25. What did you want and get? My baby :) My new wedding band, my two pair of boots, new clothes, mini trip to Florida...
26. What did you want and not get? Family being supportive. Mr. B making lots of money haha
27. What was your favorite film of 2010? Oh man all Xmas movies especially since I was off and got to watch all of them.
28. What did you do on your birthday and how old were you? We went back to Texas De Brazil haha and went to Floria for a few days oh and I got my 3D/4D ultrasound.
29. What one thing would have improved your year immeasurably? Family being supportive of my aunt and not being jerks to me.
30. How would you describe your personal fashion concept of 2010? haha maternity clothes suck...so I spent most of my time trying to find things that I had that weren't maternity that would work and be cute.
31. What kept you sane? Mr. B, Auntie DC, Auntie Katti, Eden :)
32. What political issue stirred you the most? I really didn't pay that much attention...just the hate ads for the November Election.
33. Who did you miss?All my friends in different states
34. Who was the best new person you met? Umm Ava duh and for the record Auntie Mel still gets lost haha
35. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2010.That you can't change how people think or feel no matter how right you maybe and how wrong they will be. That patience truly is a virtue.That if you believe in something keep going...you just may need to change your tactics. That opening your mind to what others are thinking and feeling will make a huge difference in life.That sometimes you have to do things you don't want to do but once you do them you know it's making a difference. That getting out of debt really can solve many issues. That family and friends aren't always who you think they are and that sometimes you just have to put on a happy face even if you don't believe them....That sometimes you will be tested with the way people treat you and it's truly a lesson in how you react...you may not always get it right but as long as you learn from it that's all that matters. That sometimes you must stand up for what you believe in even if it means you will disrespect some, lose others, or be bruised forever. That if your spouse truly isn't one of your best friends you will forever be miserable. That life is too short to settle! Wow I kept all that from the year before...also That sometimes you just need to cut people out of your life even if your spouse or friends don't understand because the wound is too deep.
36. Quote a song lyric that sums up your year.For what it's worth it was worth all the while...it's something unpredictable but in the end it's right I HOPE YOU HAD THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE!!!Because I know with all of my heart I did...Thank all of you my friends, family, Mr. B, Parle, May 08, Facebook friends, ex-friends, and all of you bloggers who keep me sane everyday when all I want to do is drink 3 bottles of wine and cry myself to sleep.There are so many of you whom I've never even talked to (who you don't even know I follow your blog) that have made a difference in how I think and feel and have taught me how to process things and make a difference in my world.I don't know what I'd do without everyone!I truly hope 2011 is better for everyone even those that I can't stand and will never like or see eye to eye with because everyone deserves happiness.I know I will be happy because I create my own destiny and won't allow anything other then that. Keeping this too!
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
New Name
Well I figured since Ava is here we can stop calling this thing Butterball Happenings. I wanted a play on our last name but couldn't come up with anything so The B's Times 3 will have to do.
Just like last year I will compile my end of the year photos and big survey but with a beh beh it's kind of hard.
I will get that done sooner rather than later though.
Tonight is Xmas Eve and Uncle Kevin and Auntie Jen are coming over.
I'm cooking Peppercorn crusted Prime Rib, Homemade Caesar Salad, Garlic Roasted Asparagus and we're having truffles for dessert.
It should be very good!
I hope everyone has a safe and Happy New Year.
2010 was such an amazing year for us I couldn't imagine 2011 being any better but I know it will be with our sweet baby girl.
Just like last year I will compile my end of the year photos and big survey but with a beh beh it's kind of hard.
I will get that done sooner rather than later though.
Tonight is Xmas Eve and Uncle Kevin and Auntie Jen are coming over.
I'm cooking Peppercorn crusted Prime Rib, Homemade Caesar Salad, Garlic Roasted Asparagus and we're having truffles for dessert.
It should be very good!
I hope everyone has a safe and Happy New Year.
2010 was such an amazing year for us I couldn't imagine 2011 being any better but I know it will be with our sweet baby girl.
Friday, December 24, 2010
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Santa
Ok so I have no motivation to write right now even though I spend my nights surfing the net.
but
today we went to my work and let Ava see everyone and they were all excited and I fed her there..then I wanted to take her to Bass Pro because they had a Santa and on the way there traffic was terrible and she was screaming so when we finally got there I fed her in the car.
Then the line was soo long but she did great until I realized her bottom felt damp ughhhh
Takes the picture super cute and free weee
Take her to the car and she pooped a little out the side ...wonderful...no probs I have an outfit in the diaper bag...oh no I don't awesome.
haha le sigh oh well such is life right.
I used the last diaper so tonight I restocked and put a tshirt, onsie, and nightgown just in case.
I doubt I'll order any prints from Bass Pro since it has the logo but will take a picture of the picture and post.
I did manage to get her announcements and our family card out too before the holidays so I'm stoked about that.
Resume is in so I'll just have to wait until they want to set up an interview and I'll probably have to go back to work to do that on the video phone which I guess I'll have to have Mr. B go in late or come home early so I can go do that.
Well I am baking after all haha I am doing 4 different kinds of cookies but cut the recipe in half so it won't be too much.
I am really excited about Xmas gifts this year...I know Mr. B spoiled me and I am spoiling him...like he said this will probably be our last year of good gifts to each other since the next few years Ava will be really spoiled.
Off to bed and Ava has consistently been doing 5 hours before her first wake so here's to her sleeping 3 more hours
but
today we went to my work and let Ava see everyone and they were all excited and I fed her there..then I wanted to take her to Bass Pro because they had a Santa and on the way there traffic was terrible and she was screaming so when we finally got there I fed her in the car.
Then the line was soo long but she did great until I realized her bottom felt damp ughhhh
Takes the picture super cute and free weee
Take her to the car and she pooped a little out the side ...wonderful...no probs I have an outfit in the diaper bag...oh no I don't awesome.
haha le sigh oh well such is life right.
I used the last diaper so tonight I restocked and put a tshirt, onsie, and nightgown just in case.
I doubt I'll order any prints from Bass Pro since it has the logo but will take a picture of the picture and post.
I did manage to get her announcements and our family card out too before the holidays so I'm stoked about that.
Resume is in so I'll just have to wait until they want to set up an interview and I'll probably have to go back to work to do that on the video phone which I guess I'll have to have Mr. B go in late or come home early so I can go do that.
Well I am baking after all haha I am doing 4 different kinds of cookies but cut the recipe in half so it won't be too much.
I am really excited about Xmas gifts this year...I know Mr. B spoiled me and I am spoiling him...like he said this will probably be our last year of good gifts to each other since the next few years Ava will be really spoiled.
Off to bed and Ava has consistently been doing 5 hours before her first wake so here's to her sleeping 3 more hours
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
First Night...
That Mr. B is out of town. I'm really sad and miss him even when I hate his snoring that keeps me up in between being up with Ava.
I never liked it in the first place but now it feels like our family unit has been ripped apart. :(
I want him to find a new job.
On a different note I'm listening to my sweet baby girl make her noises on the monitor while sleeping.
She seriously is a loud sleeper making grunting and well strange noises haha but tonight she's doing these cute little coo's that makes me want to go in there and bring her in bed with me and just watch her sleep and snuggle with her...but I know I can't even if Mr. B is gone because routine is key.
Oh I worked it out with my question I had...I emailed my feelings out and that worked. yay!
I can't believe we're just 11 days away from Christmas...it's crazy how quickly time is flying.
This morning I had to take Auntie DC to the airport and we left here at about 5:30am and I got home at 7am and I was freaking missing her the entire time...it's going to be really really hard leaving her at daycare even if I do really like that place.
Speaking of I went back in and paid the registration fee so she is set! The only girl in the infant room so she'll be spoiled haha...what else is new.
I need to a post a pic of how many headband bows and onsies DC brought...so sweet.
Ava now has enough Xmas outfits for all of next week so we'll do theme week tee hee
I'm looking forward to New Years Eve...I always make Mr. B a nice romantic meal so I need to start getting that meal plan together.
I really want to bake some stuff but really what's the point. I'm not a huge sweets eater and we're just having Mr. and Mrs. B in law for a couple of days so it will go to waste.
I am going to make mini bread puddings for the folks at Mr. B's work though
Well I'm off to get some sleep before Ava wakes up. Last night she did 5 hours for her big stretch but she's been teetering between 3-5 le sigh...let's hope we can keep going on 5 oh and this whole wide awake thing from 2-3 yah that needs to go away haha
I'll leave you with some yummy tiny baby toes...
Friday, December 10, 2010
Been a week
Sorry had company come in...well Auntie DC is still here actually and I promise I'll start posting more when it's back to just Ava and I. The other night we attempted Xmas pictures and wouldn't you know Ava wasn't satisfied with being fed a mere hour before and NEEEEEEDED to eat right then and cried through the whole thing so we get to redo them...
Hopefully tomorrow.
I have managed to get a lot done though.
MIL xmas gift done
BIL xmas gift done
(we drew names so we're done)
my little brother and sister done
Mr. B done except for stocking stuffers
Ava we just need to get a walk or jumperoo haven't decided
and I need to get my baby niece something
Happy it's almost done.
Hopefully tomorrow.
I have managed to get a lot done though.
MIL xmas gift done
BIL xmas gift done
(we drew names so we're done)
my little brother and sister done
Mr. B done except for stocking stuffers
Ava we just need to get a walk or jumperoo haven't decided
and I need to get my baby niece something
Happy it's almost done.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Been awhile...
So I weighed myself yesterday and I am back at pre-pregnancy weight...that's 41lbs shed with a day to spare on a month!
Then when Mr. B got home (he didn't know about the loss) he goes "you don't even look like you were pregnant just a month ago" That made me feel so good!!!! Then I told him about the weight and he slapped me on the ass and said GREAT JOB....no not really heh...he did say good job though.
It's funny how much he loves Ava. The other night he came in and we were in the kitchen and he kissed Ava and walked out and then a second later came back in cracking up saying "I totally forgot to tell you hi and kiss you" haha which is great...I'm so happy he's so in love with her but I do have to remind him sometimes "Hey I'm here...I was here first...and we all are so in love with her but I need to feel loved too" haha...anyone experience that? I'm not upset...well I was about a week ago but after I told him he realized.
Anyone else feeling overwhelmed with guests staying too long? And don't know how to tell them it's time to go? We were already in that position and things worked out so we didn't have to have the talk but in finding out about an Xmas visit it appears that could be like a 8 day visit and I'm not really up for that. I am good with 5 days and that's it but when I hinted to someone else wanting to visit in part of their stay it didn't go noticed and I already know I'll be the one having to bring this up and be the bad guy. any experience?
Auntie DC is set to come on Tuesday! So excited and I think Mr. B is finally going to go out of town. He needs to. I don't want him getting in trouble and if he's going to do it I'd rather him do it when I have someone here...at least for the first time. I haven't thought of when he has to start doing that and it's just Ava and I. I know I'm going to want to have her in our room but will not do that. We've finally got her sleeping in her crib always until usually 7 or 8am and then she comes and hangs with us/me while we play.
She's getting better at night but her longest stretch is usually 4 hours and if she does a 4 hour then the rest are 2ish hour increments. Otherwise it's around every 3. I was reading up on 4 weeks on the bump and people comment on their kids and this bitch said her baby slept for 7 hours through the night at 4 weeks...I wanted to punch her in her face...seriously.
I get so excited when it's like 3am wake up because then I always think ok only 1 real big wake up left and then we're good haha. She had a bad night on technically Thursday morning where she was wide awake from 1-3 and then it wasn't good sleep after and then she was up all day and every time I'd get her down and try and nap that would last 20 minutes...I was exhausted. So she did do better sleeping through Friday morning and then his morning. We did nap today with her on me (she loooves sleeping on her tummy). We're practicing tummy time now to get her neck muscles going. It gets her nice and tired because we do it after her 6:30 feeding usually around 7:15ish and then we give her a bath afterwards (which thankfully she loves) and then her feeding at 8 and asleep by 9 and that's usually her longest sleep time.
I seriously love being home and wish I could be a SAHM seriously. I enjoy doing the laundry and having time to make the bed haha and do other stuff. I guess that's why I'm not getting naps in because I do all the other stuff while Ava is sleeping. But I do really need to start treating myself at least a couple times a week. Hopefully we'll win the lottery before I have to go back to work haha
Well I better get to bed. If Ava does 4 hours I only have about 1.75 hours until she wakes.
Then when Mr. B got home (he didn't know about the loss) he goes "you don't even look like you were pregnant just a month ago" That made me feel so good!!!! Then I told him about the weight and he slapped me on the ass and said GREAT JOB....no not really heh...he did say good job though.
It's funny how much he loves Ava. The other night he came in and we were in the kitchen and he kissed Ava and walked out and then a second later came back in cracking up saying "I totally forgot to tell you hi and kiss you" haha which is great...I'm so happy he's so in love with her but I do have to remind him sometimes "Hey I'm here...I was here first...and we all are so in love with her but I need to feel loved too" haha...anyone experience that? I'm not upset...well I was about a week ago but after I told him he realized.
Anyone else feeling overwhelmed with guests staying too long? And don't know how to tell them it's time to go? We were already in that position and things worked out so we didn't have to have the talk but in finding out about an Xmas visit it appears that could be like a 8 day visit and I'm not really up for that. I am good with 5 days and that's it but when I hinted to someone else wanting to visit in part of their stay it didn't go noticed and I already know I'll be the one having to bring this up and be the bad guy. any experience?
Auntie DC is set to come on Tuesday! So excited and I think Mr. B is finally going to go out of town. He needs to. I don't want him getting in trouble and if he's going to do it I'd rather him do it when I have someone here...at least for the first time. I haven't thought of when he has to start doing that and it's just Ava and I. I know I'm going to want to have her in our room but will not do that. We've finally got her sleeping in her crib always until usually 7 or 8am and then she comes and hangs with us/me while we play.
She's getting better at night but her longest stretch is usually 4 hours and if she does a 4 hour then the rest are 2ish hour increments. Otherwise it's around every 3. I was reading up on 4 weeks on the bump and people comment on their kids and this bitch said her baby slept for 7 hours through the night at 4 weeks...I wanted to punch her in her face...seriously.
I get so excited when it's like 3am wake up because then I always think ok only 1 real big wake up left and then we're good haha. She had a bad night on technically Thursday morning where she was wide awake from 1-3 and then it wasn't good sleep after and then she was up all day and every time I'd get her down and try and nap that would last 20 minutes...I was exhausted. So she did do better sleeping through Friday morning and then his morning. We did nap today with her on me (she loooves sleeping on her tummy). We're practicing tummy time now to get her neck muscles going. It gets her nice and tired because we do it after her 6:30 feeding usually around 7:15ish and then we give her a bath afterwards (which thankfully she loves) and then her feeding at 8 and asleep by 9 and that's usually her longest sleep time.
I seriously love being home and wish I could be a SAHM seriously. I enjoy doing the laundry and having time to make the bed haha and do other stuff. I guess that's why I'm not getting naps in because I do all the other stuff while Ava is sleeping. But I do really need to start treating myself at least a couple times a week. Hopefully we'll win the lottery before I have to go back to work haha
Well I better get to bed. If Ava does 4 hours I only have about 1.75 hours until she wakes.
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