Today I'm thankful for Acupuncture.
I got quite a few emails from people after I mentioned that I've been getting acupunture, asking about it. And probably several more eye rolls from the non-believers out there. And maybe a few dry heaves from the needle haters. Who knows.
But you know what? It is such a relaxing/energizing, balancing, mind-changing experience. Today I got Acupuncture for pregnancy migraines, barfing (still), and I think she threw in a few mind calming needles. I literally felt the negative energy dissipating during my session, and couldn't believe how much better I felt afterward.
I really think Acupuncture has been an answer to prayer, along with my midwife/acupuncturist/nurse practitioner/chinese medicine doctor guru (yep, one person!). I have been so worried about having chronic mastitis again, and she assures me that we'll be able to do quite a bit about it this go-around, despite the issues that are already arising. SO thankful for that reassurance.
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Monday, November 07, 2011
Thankful: Day 7
Today I'm grateful for little baby Girl Johnson.
I had my 24 week appointment today, checked in on the little one, and got some stern lectures from the midwife (sigh. another day, another post).
For whatever reason, I've just felt very strongly that I need to get all prepared for little baby Johnson. Quilt tops are almost finished, and today I just felt like I needed to make my list and get all our supplies for baby in order. I don't think she's coming early. (In fact, I think she's going to be a latecomer.) I just think she's special. I want so badly to bond with her now, to get to know this little spirit that I think has been waiting awhile to come. I know I'm an emotional pregnant lady but I sure do feel like there's something different about what's coming. It probably doesn't make much sense, because it doesn't even to me, but I'm grateful that I'll have the chance to be a mama x2. :)
I had my 24 week appointment today, checked in on the little one, and got some stern lectures from the midwife (sigh. another day, another post).
For whatever reason, I've just felt very strongly that I need to get all prepared for little baby Johnson. Quilt tops are almost finished, and today I just felt like I needed to make my list and get all our supplies for baby in order. I don't think she's coming early. (In fact, I think she's going to be a latecomer.) I just think she's special. I want so badly to bond with her now, to get to know this little spirit that I think has been waiting awhile to come. I know I'm an emotional pregnant lady but I sure do feel like there's something different about what's coming. It probably doesn't make much sense, because it doesn't even to me, but I'm grateful that I'll have the chance to be a mama x2. :)
Sunday, November 06, 2011
Thankful: Day 6
Today I'm thankful for the crockpot.
How nice is it to do a little prep work in the morning, do whatever you're going to do all day, and have a piping hot meal at the end of the day?
How nice is it to do a little prep work in the morning, do whatever you're going to do all day, and have a piping hot meal at the end of the day?
Saturday, November 05, 2011
Thankful: Day 5
Today I'm thankful for computers.
Mostly because I don't have one right now!
Our internet isn't working on our TV computer (I know, fancy, right?? Thanks to dear Seth for that one!) and our other computer is in the shop. For days. So thankful posts are going to be delayed.
But really, I love having computers to help us navigate this world. It's so convenient to find all the facts and answers to our questions, not to mention stay in touch and get great ideas (FB, Email, Pinterest)
Mostly because I don't have one right now!
Our internet isn't working on our TV computer (I know, fancy, right?? Thanks to dear Seth for that one!) and our other computer is in the shop. For days. So thankful posts are going to be delayed.
But really, I love having computers to help us navigate this world. It's so convenient to find all the facts and answers to our questions, not to mention stay in touch and get great ideas (FB, Email, Pinterest)
Friday, November 04, 2011
Thankful: Day 4
Today I'm thankful for cute baby clothes.
Because, as it turns out, not all of them are cute.
I'm just going to throw it out there--I thought baby boy clothes were hard to find, but I think baby girl clothes are WAY harder. I mean, sure, it's difficult to find non-penguin, non-truck, or non-monkey "handsome dude" boy clothes. But I'll take that over searching through "sassy-princess-cutie-angel-cupcake-munchkin" hot pink/black/leopard print chaz any day! I'd like for my little one to stay innocent, sweet, and free-from-the-world's-slogans for at least a few years, please :)
Because, as it turns out, not all of them are cute.
I'm just going to throw it out there--I thought baby boy clothes were hard to find, but I think baby girl clothes are WAY harder. I mean, sure, it's difficult to find non-penguin, non-truck, or non-monkey "handsome dude" boy clothes. But I'll take that over searching through "sassy-princess-cutie-angel-cupcake-munchkin" hot pink/black/leopard print chaz any day! I'd like for my little one to stay innocent, sweet, and free-from-the-world's-slogans for at least a few years, please :)
Thursday, November 03, 2011
Thankful: Day 3
Today I am thankful for Ryan.
I could go on and on and on. He's my little buddy. I can't fathom a world without my sweet and sometimes wacky son. He's learning so much about the world, and so fast!
This is his halloween costume this year--buzz lightyear PJs and some blow-up wings! I'm pretty glad it came together, it was a bit of a rush last-minute thing. But is there anything cuter than little Ryan saying all night with his fist up in the air "Buzz Flyin'! Buzz Flyin'!"? :)
I could go on and on and on. He's my little buddy. I can't fathom a world without my sweet and sometimes wacky son. He's learning so much about the world, and so fast!
This is his halloween costume this year--buzz lightyear PJs and some blow-up wings! I'm pretty glad it came together, it was a bit of a rush last-minute thing. But is there anything cuter than little Ryan saying all night with his fist up in the air "Buzz Flyin'! Buzz Flyin'!"? :)
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Thankful: Day 2
Today I'm thankful for running.
Running changed my life.
Its a great micro and macro goal setting program. It is motivating. It keeps me active and healthier. It keeps all those crazy hormones at bay. It provides time to process life. AND, it is a great baby-weight-loss program, wahoo.
So, it turns out that I can't run anymore this pregnancy. I kept running against doctor's orders, and then my body told me that I couldn't do that anymore. So I stopped, and it kind of sent me into a l̶i̶t̶t̶l̶e̶ m̶i̶n̶o̶r̶ m̶e̶d̶i̶u̶m̶ major tailspin. I'm hoping getting out and walking while still listening to my running soundtrack will help in the mornings. And you better believe as soon as baby is out I'll be back on the road. Teton Dam Half Marathon, anyone??
Running changed my life.
Its a great micro and macro goal setting program. It is motivating. It keeps me active and healthier. It keeps all those crazy hormones at bay. It provides time to process life. AND, it is a great baby-weight-loss program, wahoo.
So, it turns out that I can't run anymore this pregnancy. I kept running against doctor's orders, and then my body told me that I couldn't do that anymore. So I stopped, and it kind of sent me into a l̶i̶t̶t̶l̶e̶ m̶i̶n̶o̶r̶ m̶e̶d̶i̶u̶m̶ major tailspin. I'm hoping getting out and walking while still listening to my running soundtrack will help in the mornings. And you better believe as soon as baby is out I'll be back on the road. Teton Dam Half Marathon, anyone??
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Thankful: Day 1
Today I am thankful for Seth.
Lots of reasons to be thankful, but particularly today I'm grateful for his insight and wisdom. He's one of those people who truly cares and finds a way to make things better. It's because of him that I have so much more to be thankful for!
Lots of reasons to be thankful, but particularly today I'm grateful for his insight and wisdom. He's one of those people who truly cares and finds a way to make things better. It's because of him that I have so much more to be thankful for!
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Monday, October 03, 2011
Gingerbread with Lemon Sauce
Over conference weekend, we ate far too many treats, and it was SO worth it!
I just wanted to share my favorite fall recipe, an old family favorite. I have so many great memories of Mom making this and us all eating it!
Gingerbread
1 Egg
3/4 Cup brown sugar
3/4 cup oil
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup boiling water
2.5 cups flour (I use 1/2 whole wheat, 1/2 spelt)
1 1/2 tsp soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp cloves
Mix in order (sift dry ingredients together first). Bake in a 9x9x2 pan at 350 for 30 minutes. Serve with whipped cream and lemon sauce. (We served it with Lemon Ginger Ice Cream from TJs. It was divine!)
Lemon Sauce
2 tbsp corn starch
1 cup sugar
1 tsp lemon rind
3 tbsp lemon juice
2 cups boiling water
pinch salt
dash nutmeg
3 tbsp butter
Mix cornstarch, sugar, and grated lemon rind. Add boiling water and bring to a boil stirring constantly. Boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add butter and lemon juice, sprinkle with nutmeg and salt.
I just wanted to share my favorite fall recipe, an old family favorite. I have so many great memories of Mom making this and us all eating it!
Gingerbread
1 Egg
3/4 Cup brown sugar
3/4 cup oil
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup boiling water
2.5 cups flour (I use 1/2 whole wheat, 1/2 spelt)
1 1/2 tsp soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp cloves
Mix in order (sift dry ingredients together first). Bake in a 9x9x2 pan at 350 for 30 minutes. Serve with whipped cream and lemon sauce. (We served it with Lemon Ginger Ice Cream from TJs. It was divine!)
Lemon Sauce
2 tbsp corn starch
1 cup sugar
1 tsp lemon rind
3 tbsp lemon juice
2 cups boiling water
pinch salt
dash nutmeg
3 tbsp butter
Mix cornstarch, sugar, and grated lemon rind. Add boiling water and bring to a boil stirring constantly. Boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add butter and lemon juice, sprinkle with nutmeg and salt.
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