Well, the Jehovah's Witnesses came by again today. Each time she asks me a question about what I think regarding certain things. Today she asked me if I think sin is important in our lives. I said absolutely, its what seperates us from God so it definitly is important and plays a role in our lives! She agreed. She then opened her bible and was going to read Romans 5:12,13 - Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man, and death came through sin, and so death spread to all because all have sinned— 13sin was indeed in the world before the law, but sin is not reckoned when there is no law.
Back in April over the Easter weekend, they stopped by and I really felt like God was prompting me to grab my bible and read the verse in my bible while she was reading her bible. As far as I know, our bibles are different in some areas. So today I grabbed my bible, and opened up to Romans. She got me to read the verse, and Im not sure if their bibles said the same thing or what. Anyways, regardless she gave me their magazine and said I'd find it interesting. She was also going to give me in invitation to a Jehovah's Witness Conference happening at Rexall in July. I told her I didnt want to take it because I am a member of a church, and do have a relationship with Christ. She seemed taken back, but I did tell her she could stop by and visit sometime if she wanted to talk to me. Meanwhile in my head I'm thinking "Dont you see the no solicitor sign!?" Whatever. Regardless I felt good about how things went once they left. Maybe I should sit down and look through their magazine so I can find the differences in our beliefs and I can talk to them about what I believe and where their religon is different. Usually we just chuck them out without looking through them. Any thoughts as to what I should do!?
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Terrible . . . 1's?!
So since Eli has turned 1, I've noticed he has developed quite the attitude. This morning for example, I sat down with my bowl of cereal and his favorite thing to do when I'm eating is to come and mooch my food off me. So I shared my corn flakes with him. One scoop for mommy, and one scoop for Eli. Well we finished the bowl of cereal and when I got up to put it in the sink he lost it. Just lost it. I showed him the bowl and said, "Eli its all gone. There's none left." He folded himself in half on the floor and started screaming even louder! I asked him if he wanted his own bowl of cereal (why do I bother to reason with a 1 year old!?) and put him in his highchair for a small bowl of cheerios. I scooped some into his mouth and for the second scoop he wanted to do it. I told him I needed to feed him the cereal, and again he lost it. Started pouting and pushed out the biggest tears!
He's been doing this often. If he doesn't want what he gets he has a fit! I usually just tell him that when he's finished he can come and get me, and I'll leave him to have his fit while I continue tidying up or doing the dishes, etc. He'll stop within a minute or two but man its frustrating!
And the latest thing he's been doing is crying once he's in the crib. Sunday night he he cried and cried and cired. We finally brought him downstairs. Last night he did it again. We tried to calm him and nope, but as soon as we brought him out of his room he was a happy camper! Manipulation, and we gave in!! For his nap this morning he did the same thing. However, there is a huge consistency in each time this is happening . . . he's extremely tired, maybe over tired?
All I can say is I'm not looking forward to the terrible two's, cause the 1's are not getting any easier!! :-)
He's been doing this often. If he doesn't want what he gets he has a fit! I usually just tell him that when he's finished he can come and get me, and I'll leave him to have his fit while I continue tidying up or doing the dishes, etc. He'll stop within a minute or two but man its frustrating!
And the latest thing he's been doing is crying once he's in the crib. Sunday night he he cried and cried and cired. We finally brought him downstairs. Last night he did it again. We tried to calm him and nope, but as soon as we brought him out of his room he was a happy camper! Manipulation, and we gave in!! For his nap this morning he did the same thing. However, there is a huge consistency in each time this is happening . . . he's extremely tired, maybe over tired?
All I can say is I'm not looking forward to the terrible two's, cause the 1's are not getting any easier!! :-)
Monday, June 14, 2010
Are you ready for this!?
We're off to Eli's 1 year appointment today. I actually completely forgot about it until I was vacuming this morning and thinking how we had nothing to do.. when it popped into my mind! Good thing I remembered! Its not like me to forget appointments!
When Eli went to bed last night he was not happy, and had no intentions of going to sleep. He screamed, and cried, so we brought him down and he was okay. But once he starts complaining the rule is he goes right back up to bed. He was not happy when he went back to bed the second time around, but he fell asleep eventually. He went to bed at 8:30, and this morning I didnt hear him unil 8:15! I was so happy!
Did I mention that on Sunday morning he slept in until after 9a.m!? He went to bed on Saturday night late, like after 10, but man sleeping in was sure nice!!
I went off to church yesterday morning while I left my boys to sleep. The sermon series that they're talking about right now is why the bible is the truth. The first sermon that was preached just pulled me in! It was so good. The pastor took certain things in the bible that God has said and showed the proof of the story and how it actually has played out in history. It was incredible! So yesterday he preached on how God will lead us to the right place, the right people, etc. Jesus didnt hang out with the perfect people, he hung out with the sinners. The tax collectors, prostitues, etc. Which is something I've been thinking about. The people who we hang out with, and spend our time with. I dont think its right as a Christian that I spend all my time with only other Christians and only Christians. Jesus didn't. But what if there is someone in my life that I dont agree with how their living their lives, or decisions their making for their family. Then what do I do? Continue to love them, but tell them how I feel and what I think?
Often times I feel frustrated because Christians get written off as crazy people, who are brain washed and the list can go on. One controversial subject thats been on my mind recently is being Gay & Christian.
A well known Christian singer Jennifer Knapp recently "came out of the closet" with her sexuality, and has also let it be known that she is in a same sex relationship. Larry King actually devoted a whole hour of his show to having her on, as well as 2 pastors. Personally, I think this interview just made Christians look even worse! The interview is in 4 parts and is on youtube if you'd like to watch it. I posted the first part on my facebook, and there was an array of replies with different opinions. Some people who weighed in were Christians and some were not. One person who did weigh in was Andy's aunt who is a Christian. I really appreciated her input and felt that she really had the place to weigh in because she is a lesbian, however she mentioned she is choosing not to be in a relationship. I really felt that if anyone was going to talk about the struggle of being gay she was the one to do it!
I suppose the biggest thing for me about this interview with Jennifer Knapp was that she made it seem like she doesn't see anything wrong with being gay. At the same time I think its important as Christians that we dont "throw the stone" at certain people in our society... weather thats gay people, murderers, etc. God is pretty clear that sin is sin. No sin is worse than another. Lust, lieing, stealing is equal to taking someones life, coveting, or being homosexual. And God calls us to love the sinner. This all takes me back to the woman at the well, when Jesus met the woman there. The video is also on youtube, and its called Woman at the well.
So this post went from me talking to Eli's sleeping to Christians and decisions and the list goes on... but it is something that has been heavy on my heart. I want people to know in no way am I being judgemental of anyone this is just something thats been taking up alot of headspace lately!
When Eli went to bed last night he was not happy, and had no intentions of going to sleep. He screamed, and cried, so we brought him down and he was okay. But once he starts complaining the rule is he goes right back up to bed. He was not happy when he went back to bed the second time around, but he fell asleep eventually. He went to bed at 8:30, and this morning I didnt hear him unil 8:15! I was so happy!
Did I mention that on Sunday morning he slept in until after 9a.m!? He went to bed on Saturday night late, like after 10, but man sleeping in was sure nice!!
I went off to church yesterday morning while I left my boys to sleep. The sermon series that they're talking about right now is why the bible is the truth. The first sermon that was preached just pulled me in! It was so good. The pastor took certain things in the bible that God has said and showed the proof of the story and how it actually has played out in history. It was incredible! So yesterday he preached on how God will lead us to the right place, the right people, etc. Jesus didnt hang out with the perfect people, he hung out with the sinners. The tax collectors, prostitues, etc. Which is something I've been thinking about. The people who we hang out with, and spend our time with. I dont think its right as a Christian that I spend all my time with only other Christians and only Christians. Jesus didn't. But what if there is someone in my life that I dont agree with how their living their lives, or decisions their making for their family. Then what do I do? Continue to love them, but tell them how I feel and what I think?
Often times I feel frustrated because Christians get written off as crazy people, who are brain washed and the list can go on. One controversial subject thats been on my mind recently is being Gay & Christian.
A well known Christian singer Jennifer Knapp recently "came out of the closet" with her sexuality, and has also let it be known that she is in a same sex relationship. Larry King actually devoted a whole hour of his show to having her on, as well as 2 pastors. Personally, I think this interview just made Christians look even worse! The interview is in 4 parts and is on youtube if you'd like to watch it. I posted the first part on my facebook, and there was an array of replies with different opinions. Some people who weighed in were Christians and some were not. One person who did weigh in was Andy's aunt who is a Christian. I really appreciated her input and felt that she really had the place to weigh in because she is a lesbian, however she mentioned she is choosing not to be in a relationship. I really felt that if anyone was going to talk about the struggle of being gay she was the one to do it!
I suppose the biggest thing for me about this interview with Jennifer Knapp was that she made it seem like she doesn't see anything wrong with being gay. At the same time I think its important as Christians that we dont "throw the stone" at certain people in our society... weather thats gay people, murderers, etc. God is pretty clear that sin is sin. No sin is worse than another. Lust, lieing, stealing is equal to taking someones life, coveting, or being homosexual. And God calls us to love the sinner. This all takes me back to the woman at the well, when Jesus met the woman there. The video is also on youtube, and its called Woman at the well.
So this post went from me talking to Eli's sleeping to Christians and decisions and the list goes on... but it is something that has been heavy on my heart. I want people to know in no way am I being judgemental of anyone this is just something thats been taking up alot of headspace lately!
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Some pictures, here and there!
Eli's new firetruck from his friend Gemma! He just cant get enough of it! 
Grandpa is giving Eli some chocolate pudding on his first birthday! Dont they both look happy?
"Mmmmm, so good!!"
Playing at the park. Not too sure what to think of this sand stuff.
X and O's!
"See you, later!"
Auntie Katherine shows him how it really works!Saturday, June 12, 2010
A Busy Productive Day!!
So we had one busy day today!! We were up at 7:00a.m, and got started on our work day by 8:15ish! It was a good day! We did alot, and still have alot to do!
Our task today was to put new doors in. Front and back. We decided that the trim around the windows could wait for paint! But I still got to paint.
My mother in law came over this morning as well as Andy's cousin, Josh. So helpful to have them both here! My MIL loves to help in any was possible, and we appreciate it more than words can express! Once Eli went down for his nap we went off to Home Hardware and picked out paint, and we actually came home with a complete different color than we had originally planned for. Which can sometimes be risky (especially since my husband said, "Pick whatever you want, but nothing too dark.") Well I did exactly what he said not to do. Something dark! And it looks great! Our front door looks awesome and its not even done! We're going to do the trim around the windows over the next few weeks (hopefully!) but thats a huge task itself!
So once the front door was pretty much done, and painted and put in, the boys got to work on the back door. Thats where the issues arose. They pulled the door and frame off, and the floor is rotting. Like to the point where you can see into the basement if you'd really like to! So they had to put the door back on, and we'll (actually not we'll, Andy!) will have to replace the floor. Have I mentioned I love having a handy husband around!? We havent stopped since first thing this morning and its 10:15P.M.
Eli was awesome today! So easy and happy, and he napped great! Almost too great. He just went down to bed a little while ago because he was so happy and just not tired!
Here are some pictures of our day! Oh and did I mention I burnt to a crisp!? Someone tell me why I didnt apply sunscreen to myself, when I put it on Eli!?
Friday, June 11, 2010
Naturopath
So today was our appointment for the naturopath. To be honest I wasnt looking forward to it because it was quite a drive for us. Eli did pretty good in the car, half an hour both ways. We got there 25 minutes early because I wasnt too sure how long it would take us to get there! At any rate it went well. Well for the most part!
When we arrived I had to fill out 3 sheets of information of the past information and such. There was a small toy box, and Eli got right into it, but since his latest thing is not playing with the toys but pushing the box (or whatever he can!!) around thats what he set out to do. Up and down the hallway. He was down right mad when I told him he couldn't go down the hallway any further, and he started loosing it! Temper tantrum. It was so embarassing! I fed him, gave him some crackers, all he wanted to do was push this stinkin' box around. So finally, I held him and we looked out the window and at one point he started loosing his cool again, and then it happened... he started hitting me! I Couldn't believe it! I was so embarrassed at this point that I was ready to walk out and burst into tears! So when he started hitting me (on my chest!) I gently calmed his hand and held it to my chest and said, "Please dont hit, Eli. That hurts mommy." At one point it was obvious that I either startled him or hurt his feelings and his face totally changed and he started crying agian! What a gong show!
Okay onto how things went with the Dr. He was awesome! Passionate about what he does for sure, and great with kids! His wife is expecting a little girl (their third!) in just a few weeks! So he asked alot of questions, and he looked in his ears. The left one was a little red but he said it could be due to teething. He asked me if I noticed the small crease underneath his eyes, a small fold of skin. Yup, I see it. A sign of an allergy apparently, and since really the only thing he is seriously eating right now is formula. So he suggested to switch to goats milk or good start formula. He also said that the rash (which does look like eczema) could be a result of an allergy as well! Because his body may not be digesting everything the way it should be (due to all the antibiotics for the ear infections) his intenstines arent up to par and so therefore the food isnt being broken down properly and results in the skin issues! Who would've thought!? He said most babys like goats milk because it tastes like breast milk, personally Im not going to try it but lets hope Eli likes it because its $3.89 for a litre, compared to $28.99 for a tin of formula! Ill opt for the goats milk first!
So we'll cross our fingers. He also suggested getting some vitamin C into his system and more probiotics! Cross our fingers. My little bean is sleeping right now! Its been a long day, and Im glad its coming to an end soon!
Into the weekend we go!
When we arrived I had to fill out 3 sheets of information of the past information and such. There was a small toy box, and Eli got right into it, but since his latest thing is not playing with the toys but pushing the box (or whatever he can!!) around thats what he set out to do. Up and down the hallway. He was down right mad when I told him he couldn't go down the hallway any further, and he started loosing it! Temper tantrum. It was so embarassing! I fed him, gave him some crackers, all he wanted to do was push this stinkin' box around. So finally, I held him and we looked out the window and at one point he started loosing his cool again, and then it happened... he started hitting me! I Couldn't believe it! I was so embarrassed at this point that I was ready to walk out and burst into tears! So when he started hitting me (on my chest!) I gently calmed his hand and held it to my chest and said, "Please dont hit, Eli. That hurts mommy." At one point it was obvious that I either startled him or hurt his feelings and his face totally changed and he started crying agian! What a gong show!
Okay onto how things went with the Dr. He was awesome! Passionate about what he does for sure, and great with kids! His wife is expecting a little girl (their third!) in just a few weeks! So he asked alot of questions, and he looked in his ears. The left one was a little red but he said it could be due to teething. He asked me if I noticed the small crease underneath his eyes, a small fold of skin. Yup, I see it. A sign of an allergy apparently, and since really the only thing he is seriously eating right now is formula. So he suggested to switch to goats milk or good start formula. He also said that the rash (which does look like eczema) could be a result of an allergy as well! Because his body may not be digesting everything the way it should be (due to all the antibiotics for the ear infections) his intenstines arent up to par and so therefore the food isnt being broken down properly and results in the skin issues! Who would've thought!? He said most babys like goats milk because it tastes like breast milk, personally Im not going to try it but lets hope Eli likes it because its $3.89 for a litre, compared to $28.99 for a tin of formula! Ill opt for the goats milk first!
So we'll cross our fingers. He also suggested getting some vitamin C into his system and more probiotics! Cross our fingers. My little bean is sleeping right now! Its been a long day, and Im glad its coming to an end soon!
Into the weekend we go!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
The Stair Master
Eli has mastered the stairs! Thats all he wants to do, up the stairs. Down is another thing, and I've tried to teach him how to go down backwards bringing one leg down at a time but he thinks its a game where I pull him down one stair and he's supposed to try and get back up. We have a gate but I think we may have to get a fixed gate for the bottom of the stairs.
This weekend Andy and I are doing alot of work. Or going to attempt. Andy is going tonight to order doors for the front and back of the house. And also pick up paint for the outside of the house around the windows and trim! So on top of the things we have to do already, we also have to scrape all the old paint off as well! Big job, but I think we can do it. The hardest part will be watching Eli, and still helping but we'll get it done!
Andy and I have also decided to buy a new car. We're planning on getting a Toyota Matrix (yes the same car as my parents) but they're a good vehicle for a good price with a fair amount of room in them. We test drove the Mazda 3 hatchback and prefer the toyota. So we have to also get on looking for a vehicle soon because the registration for the tercel is up at the end of the month! Its going to be a busy 2 or 3 weeks, on top of Eli's birthday party at the end of the month! I'm excited though!
This weekend Andy and I are doing alot of work. Or going to attempt. Andy is going tonight to order doors for the front and back of the house. And also pick up paint for the outside of the house around the windows and trim! So on top of the things we have to do already, we also have to scrape all the old paint off as well! Big job, but I think we can do it. The hardest part will be watching Eli, and still helping but we'll get it done!
Andy and I have also decided to buy a new car. We're planning on getting a Toyota Matrix (yes the same car as my parents) but they're a good vehicle for a good price with a fair amount of room in them. We test drove the Mazda 3 hatchback and prefer the toyota. So we have to also get on looking for a vehicle soon because the registration for the tercel is up at the end of the month! Its going to be a busy 2 or 3 weeks, on top of Eli's birthday party at the end of the month! I'm excited though!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Happy 1st Birthday Eli!
This time last year our baby Eli was brought into the world! Can you believe it!? After 31 long hours of labor, and a few scary moments during delivery Eli was born on June 9th 2009 @ 10:23P.M weight 8 lbs 10 oz. It does go by so fast, I cant believe it!
Our whole lives were changed from that moment on, and boy I had no idea what we got ourselves into! And I wouldn't change a thing!
Our whole lives were changed from that moment on, and boy I had no idea what we got ourselves into! And I wouldn't change a thing!
This is just a few days before I was induced. 41 weeks along.
Notice how clean our house is!?
I remember when we brought Eli home there was a part of me that wondered what we had gotten ourselves into. The first 6 weeks was the hardest, and I would say the first night home was the hardest night of my life. Eli wouldn't eat, and he was so upset (probably because he was hungry.) It was so frustrating. Both Andy and I were at our wits end! But as time went on, this little boy warmed our hearts and brought such joy to our lives. I cant believe he is already 1! A full year. We made it!
We're having a birthday party at the end of the month with some close family and friends! We'd just love to celebrate our little boy, as well as thank everyone for the support they've offered us over the past year.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELI!
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