New Look

I have been needing to do something with my hair for a long time now and I finally did it! And I LOVE it! It felt so much better as soon as the first cut was made. Thanks to the BEST hair stylist ever, Jennifer, I got exactly what I didn't know I wanted! That sounds crazy but I had been trying to decide what cut to get for a while now and just could never figure it out. I came to her with 2 or 3 completely different styles and let her just go with it. It doesn't make me look 10 years old, it's perfect for summer, and especially ideal for being a mom with a daughter who likes to grab everything! It's also super easy to style which is wonderful. I feel much better.........bring on the summer heat! Thanks again Jen!

First Impression

So the Bachelorette premier has come and gone and to start I'm gonna say WA HOOOOOO! I think Jillian was awesome! She's gorgeous, funny, and obviously does great under pressure. Just when you think 25 is going to be hard to choose from they add 5 more. 30 is just way too many. I feel for her. ABC does a full recap of last night's episode here but this is what I think so far.

Favorites

Jake

Ed

Kiptyn

Kyle

Michael

Juan

Annoying

Tanner P.

Brian

Mathue

Wes

Liked but got let go already

John H.

I know my opinions will change as the season goes on. I think Jillian has a tough road ahead especially after seeing the preview for the rest of the season. BUT I can't wait. You know what I'll be doing on Monday nights! YAY :)

Bachelorette!

I am SOOOO EXCITED I can hardly wait until Monday when the new Bachelorette (Jillian Harris) starts up! I have been watching this and the Bachelor off and on since it started. When DeAnna was on the show I watched religiously and again when Jason was on. I thought Jason was stupid to let Jillian go but now I can't be more happier because I think she is fun and the perfect person for the show! Not sure what they will throw at us this season but I will be watching (and maybe even googling to find out all of the scoop!). YAY :)

First Mother's Day

Thanks to my sweet husband, I had a wonderful first Mother's Day! I got to sleep in, didn't have to even think about cleaning the house because it was taken care of, and besides having a beautiful daughter as the ultimate gift I got a full body massage and a Mother's Love ring (shown below held by CeCe!). I couldn't help but cry when I opened it...it was so pretty. This is the meaning behind the value of the ring...

Through all the trials and tribulations of growing up, somehow they manage to reach adulthood. Children move in and out of your life so quickly, it seems, but one place they stay forever is in your heart.

Sometimes I can't believe I am experiencing the wonders of motherhood. It has been so rewarding and nothing will ever compare to the love a mother has for her child! There is nothing better than seeing that darling smile first thing in the morning...getting to witness each milestone as it's reached...smelling her sweet breath...hearing the soft sound of her breathing in my ear when I hold her...listening to her talk...and watching every day as she grows and changes from once a little newborn baby into a beautiful, independent girl! I wish nothing more but for CeCe to always know and feel the love that Josh and I have for her. I'm so grateful to be able to share my life with such a loving husband and sweet daughter. God has truly blessed me!

I hope all the mothers I love so much enjoyed their special day!

Now I have to come up with something GREAT for Father's Day :)

We started cereal!

Today, we decided to try giving C some cereal to see how she would do. I had a feeling she wouldn't take to it right away and I was right. She did good though! I can't believe my little girl is growing up so fast. It's only been 5 1/2 months and so much has already happened. It's amazing how much growth takes place in the first year. Before long she's gonna be crawling then walking all over the place then talking and telling us no all the time. I so much look forward to all of those things to come but I try to take in every moment now because I know it won't last long. She's my sweet little angel!

See more pictures and a video here!

So proud...

Most of you already know that Josh is a runner. He's been running since middle school, continued on through high school and college and has steadily stuck with it to this day. When we got together and up until the beginning of this year, he would get on a routine of running a certain amount of miles and/or days a week but then get sick or tired, take a break for a while, then eventually get back into it. But this year has been different. His New Year's resolution was to run every day. He got to 19 days I think, got sick, and had to take a break. This time it wasn't for long. He has really been committed to getting in shape and training. So far this year he has run in a marathon relay and a half-marathon.

Today, Josh also ran in the Lovejoy Country Run 5k! Dwayne, one of our best friends, ran as well. It was put on by Luke's Locker and benefited the Lovejoy booster club. It was such a fun time! They had a live band, a raffle, face painting, and a pancake breakfast. There was a great crowd and hundreds of runners participated...aged anywhere from elementary up to 70+!

So about the race...Josh does a full recap on his blog but ultimately he WINS his age group and brings home a medal! Wa Hoooooo :) He got 8th overall! AND I bought us 3 raffle tickets and we won! It was a gift basket full of Lovejoy stuff which was pretty cool.

Josh would probably say that he has a long way to go and could have done better but I can't be more proud of him! I admire his passion for running and his dedication! It is something he LOVES to do and it's wonderful to see the one you love do something that makes him happy! Somehow he always finds time for it before or after his long days of teaching and coaching. I love my husband so much! Great job today!

Here are some pics of the day :)

Focused before the race!

Getting ready to start!

Dwayne and Josh after the race!

A proud wife and daughter with our champion!

Josh's medal!

CeCe enjoying the day!

Me and C having fun together!