As the Snow Melts from the Trees…

Krystal — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:19:00 +0000

Snow, Snow, Snow, Snow… Snow!

Krystal — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:01:00 +0000

We’re in the middle of our fourth snow fall since we got here. It’s not extremely heavy right now, but it’s coming down pretty steadily, and Noah is in love with it. He took to sticking his tongue out, trying to catch the snow flakes, without us even showing him how (although I could not get him to do it while I had the camera out). His happy personality makes me marvel daily at how we ended up with such a cool kid. Just remind me of this on those days when he’s driving me up the proverbial wall.

Cute Clowns and Feetie Pajamas

Krystal — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:16:00 +0000

I didn’t know there was such a thing as a cute clown, either. However, I think you’ll agree, as evidenced by the following photos, that there is in deed such a thing.

And, as a bonus… first feetie jammies! So warm and soft and cozy. He loves them! Also, as a side note, these particular feetie jammies are a size 3T. Yes, my 11 month old baby boy is wearing size 3T jammies. In all honesty, he could have worn the 2T, but they were all out of the cute ones, and heaven forbid I buy him ugly jammies that fit him. I’d much rather he have cute ones that are a bit too long. They’ll last longer. At least that’s the excuse that I use.

Making Up for Lost Time

Krystal — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:44:00 +0000

I realize that it’s been quite some time (nearly two months, actually) since I last posted anything. It’s been a busy two months, and that’s really my only excuse. I’m still not going to post much today, but I hope this, along with a bunch of up to date photos of Noah will make up for the lack of words.

Since my last post, we have moved. We are now settling into a nice little apartment in Colorado Springs, and we love it. It’s gorgeous here. There are more trees than I remember seeing anywhere in my life. It’s snowed three times since we’ve been here. It’s snowing again today, and watching it come down and cover the trees is just beautiful.

Noah is getting so big! He’ll be 11 months tomorrow, which means his first birthday is coming up next month. How did that happen?? He’s a happy, extremely active toddler now and, while I thoroughly enjoy every stage that he enters, I’m left wondering where my baby went.

Another Walking Video, and Noah’s 1st Chocolate Chip Cookie

Krystal — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:55:00 +0000

This is from early this week. He’s pretty much walking everywhere now, and is starting to run short distances (yes, that is just a scary as it sounds). Anyone know where the slow down button is located on a 9 month old little monster?

Yesterday, we let Noah have his first chocolate chip cookie. I think he may have liked it… what do you think?

A Big Milestone

Krystal — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:17:00 +0000

These two videos speak for themselves. We’re pretty proud parents right now, as you can probably imagine!

How to Love a Porcupine… Krystal’s Method

Krystal — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 18:43:00 +0000

I was thinking about the “turn the other cheek” advice that Christ gives. While thinking about this, I wondered what He would suggest to someone who has turned their cheek so many times they are now getting whip lash. What do you think?

Here’s what I came up with.

I think He would tell that person to turn their cheek again. However, I don’t think that by saying that He means sticking said cheek out for the other person to once again slap. I think it means that yes, you should turn that cheek- meaning you should not slap back- but you should probably also take actions to remove your cheek from their vicinity. That way, even if they are still swinging away, you don’t get slapped again.

There is a person in my life that has metaphorically slapped me numerous times. This person doesn’t realize what they’re doing. They’re pretty good at convincing their self that they are the victim… always. It’s not just me that they find issue(s) with. It’s the same story with most people in this person’s life. Which is sad. Which is why I have always turned the other cheek. Obviously they have a problem. You don’t fight a sick person, right?

But does that mean that I should lay down and let them continually beat on me? No.

So, here is what I am doing this time. Rather than let this person continue in their one sided fight until they get bored and move on to the next person and then pretend like everything is fine, I’m going to remove myself. I send this person all the love in the world. I wish them the very best in everything they do. I hope that they can find healing and joy. I hope that one day they won’t feel the need to find offense when none was intended, that they won’t constantly think the worst of people, that they won’t depend on others for their own personal happiness, that they will find peace. Until that point I am removing myself from their reach. They can swing away, but their hand will not touch my cheek. My own life is great. It’s wonderful, in fact. I have a fabulous husband, a wonderful son, great parents, fantastic in-laws, awesome friends, a fun business that I enjoy, and life is pretty sweet. Maybe one day, when this person is better, we can be in each other’s lives again. Until then, they will be in my prayers.

Dear Mosquitos…

Krystal — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:40:00 +0000

While I am flattered that you find me so appealing, I am going to have to ask that you leave me alone now. The constant hovering (I am tempted to call it stalking, but I don’t want to go too far) is getting to be more than a little annoying. If this continues, I am going to be forced to take the matter to my good friend, Mr. Orkin, or one of his associates.

Respectfully,

Krystal

Vegas, Kansas City, and a Few Points Somewhere in Between

Krystal — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:47:00 +0000

One of Those Days

Krystal — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 04:34:00 +0000

Ever have one of those days when it seems that every time you turn around you’re dealt another blow?

That was my day today.

Excuse me while I go bury my face in a bowl of chocolate peanut-butter ice cream.