Crawling

Belle may have taken 9 months to figure out how to roll over, but she caught onto crawling a bit faster! She isn't very graceful, but she is getting the hang of it :-) I think it's because her noggin is so big and her thighs are so huge! It makes it difficult to keep balance and maneuver! Life has officially become more hectic! Enjoy the video!

4 Years

Happy Anniversary, Paul!

You are my best friend, my hard working husband, and my partner in this crazy life. Thank you for giving me four amazing years so far. I can't wait to see what else God has in store for us.

Remember this? Wedding Day Video

Things I'm Lovin'

Currently, these are my all time favorite things and I had to share:

1. Belle is rolling over so much, and although changing her diaper is harder, I LOVE when she rolls over and her naked little bootsy is up in the air. I'd post a pic, but didn't know if that would be construed as inappropriate. Take my word...her bootsy is the cutest and so full of cellulite!

2. This bracelet I got for Mother's Day from Noel Charms. I can't wait to add more charms to is SOMEDAY, but it is my favorite thing right now!

3. This giveaway that Rachelle from Fingerprints on the Fridge is hosting for my Etsy shop. She writes so well that it makes ME want to buy my own things!

4. Paul just got a promotion. He works hard and deserves it. I'm so proud of him.

5. I just started Weight Watchers yesterday and I am not dying...yet. I hate dieting, but it was high time I got my butt into gear and did something. My weight has been slowly creeping up and bathing suit season is here. Not to mention that I am in my great friend, Lindsay's, wedding in September and I will see a lot of people I haven't seen in awhile. I'd hate for them to say, "wow, Betsy really became a heifer!" So, I know this is in things that I am loving, and I am loving that I am feeling motivated.

6. Belle's age. She is at the best stage ever. Not moving TOO much, but learning so many new things and she is so interactive.

7. Belle's scrunchy nose smile. Seriously, don't you love this too?

8. The rain we have had lately. I know that it is annoying when it is dark and dreary outside, but it means I don't have to water my flowers. This is a job I HATE doing, so when it rains it means I get a couple of days off :-)

9. Meijer and Target. Seriously, they are in my backyard and Belle and I have walked there the past three days. Now, our car is getting fixed (which would be on things I am not lovin' list), so Paul takes my car to work, so if I want to get out of the house I have to walk somewhere. This is also good for the weight loss goal :-)

10. I have less than one year left of school! We just finished up our basic coursework and now it is time for our practicum and internship. I am not overly looking forward to that, but it is one step closer to graduation!

Happy Father's Day (a day late)

I realize that yesterday was Father's Day, but today is the day I am blogging about it...AND since it's my blog, I get to do what I want! :) So without further ado...to my wonderful husband....

Paul,

Thank you for the best gift I have ever received that not only made me a mother, but it is why you get to celebrate Father's Day! You were my saving grace when she was born (I really thought I was going to lose my mind), and you have proven to be a natural at the whole fatherhood thing.

There is a reason when you walk in the door and Belle could be beyond crabby, but her face lights up when she sees you! You are her buddy and she loves nothing more than spending time with you (I know if she could talk that she would tell me that!). She isn't much diferent than her mama in that sense.

On your first Father's Day I hope you know that I love you as my fabulous husband, but I fall even more in love with when you work your daddy magic and make Belle smile no matter how sad she is.

Belle is one lucky little gal to be able to call you her daddy, and I am one lucky gal to have you to experience this crazy journey of parenthood with. Thank you for lovin' your two girls as much as you do!

So Big!

This may not be major exciting to many, but I just love it :-) Belle has learned to put her arms up when we ask her how big she is. It is hit or miss if she does it, but I just love it when she does.

Enjoy the video! (and ignore my annoying voice!)