Last night was the second week of my art class. There were only 3 people from the class last week that came back however the roads were quite bad.
This class is different from what I expected. Yesterday our teacher came in and asked "So what do you want to do? Do you just want to start painting?" In my mind I assumed every week we'd learn a different technique or she'd show us something different. She has a very strong polish accent so she can sometimes be difficult to understand. The 3 of us crowded around her as we asked her to show us a few different techniques. I also assumed that she might bring her own tools and canvas to show us a few things. This isnt the case. Each week she starts out on someones canvas and shows us a few things (if we ask her). That being said I did 2 paintings last night and walked out so happy and loving them. Which doesnt usually happen... liking your own art work I mean. There is also an advanced art class that comes in to paint at the same time. Im not sure if they're paying to be there or what but I also felt like she spent more time helping the advanced class than the 3 of us present at the abstract class. A few times I had to sit and wait to hear feedback from her. She only came around to me once in the whole 3 hour class. I was quite frustrated but like I said I came out with 2 great art pieces. That being said, I spent alot of money on this class and to not really feel like Im learning anything or having alot of her attention Im not sure if I would have taken the class if I had known this would be how the class was. But the other side I keep reminding myself is that I get to go out for the evening and just have quiet time to myself ( and enjoy my second cup coffee too!!) I do feel very inspired, and excited about developing more of myself. We'll see where it goes.
Its been 4 days since I had my mole removed on my foot. My foot is very sore still and Im finding that because im walking (hobbling, actually) around on the outside of my foot that my whole foot is sore. The muscles in my leg & foot are achy, and when I apply complete pressure flat on my foot the outside of my foot tingles... not sure if thats good but I get the stitches out on Monday and Im hoping that the pain will be gone by then.
Hope your having a good week!!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
Mole Removal
So today was the day. The day I went to the dr to have my little mole removed off my foot. By off my foot Im talking the arch of my foot. My girlfriend had a mole removed yesterday and assured me that it wasnt too bad.
I arrived to the doctors office and waited in the room. She came in and got me to try a few different positions on the bed to figure out which was worked best. I laid on my stomache with my foot facing up. She applied a disinfectant and said she was going to numb the area. She then proceeded to place the needle into the arch of my foot. OWWWW! ohmigosh, I have never felt pain like that! I couldnt move because she had a needle in my foot so I proceeded to bite down on my arm!! Once it was numb, she proceeded to remove the mole then stitch it up. Because the foot bleeds quite a bit she had troubles stopping the blood so she had to put 6 stitches in my foot.
Lets just say I wouldnt wish the pain upon anyone. It hurt and still does hurt. I have to go back in a week to have the stitches removed. Hopefully it doesnt get infected because it needs to be all healed up for Mexico. We'll see.
I arrived to the doctors office and waited in the room. She came in and got me to try a few different positions on the bed to figure out which was worked best. I laid on my stomache with my foot facing up. She applied a disinfectant and said she was going to numb the area. She then proceeded to place the needle into the arch of my foot. OWWWW! ohmigosh, I have never felt pain like that! I couldnt move because she had a needle in my foot so I proceeded to bite down on my arm!! Once it was numb, she proceeded to remove the mole then stitch it up. Because the foot bleeds quite a bit she had troubles stopping the blood so she had to put 6 stitches in my foot.
Lets just say I wouldnt wish the pain upon anyone. It hurt and still does hurt. I have to go back in a week to have the stitches removed. Hopefully it doesnt get infected because it needs to be all healed up for Mexico. We'll see.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Art class
Last night was my first art class. Remember, awhile back I said I signed up for this class and I was totally nervous? The reason I needed to do this class though was because I feel like its so easy to let myself go and forget who "Karla" is as a person, apart from being a mom, a wife, a daughter, sister, friend, etc.
I was very nervous going into it, and Im pretty sure Andy expected that I was going to try and get out of it because the roads were so icy.
But I went, and loved it. The instructor of the class seems like she knows what she is talking about, and is very encouraging. I loved her mindset about the list of materials and when it comes to making art. She encouraged everyone not to invest in really expensive stuff, because the cheaper stuff is just as good. It was a great feeling being totally in control of what I want to do, and expressing my feeling with the colors and paint. Im already looking forward to next week, and it seems like the rest of the students in the class are really nice too! We're all kind of coming from the same place (wanting to learn something new) while having a good time.
I was very nervous going into it, and Im pretty sure Andy expected that I was going to try and get out of it because the roads were so icy.
But I went, and loved it. The instructor of the class seems like she knows what she is talking about, and is very encouraging. I loved her mindset about the list of materials and when it comes to making art. She encouraged everyone not to invest in really expensive stuff, because the cheaper stuff is just as good. It was a great feeling being totally in control of what I want to do, and expressing my feeling with the colors and paint. Im already looking forward to next week, and it seems like the rest of the students in the class are really nice too! We're all kind of coming from the same place (wanting to learn something new) while having a good time.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Blessings
Over Christmas I've realized a few things.
1) How blessed we are. I cannot believe how blessed we are. As a couple that has been married for almost 4 years, and in our early-mid 20's we cannot thank God enough for what we have! We have bought a home, have 3 vehicles (currently selling 1!!), food on our table, nice furniture, and the list goes on. The other night as I was putting Eli into bed, and he was cuddling with me, I just became so overwhelmed with how lucky we are. God has been so faithful to us, and I give Him all the Praise. He has continued to provide a job for Andy, and even when Andy was laid off we had more money than when He was working. Dont ask me how, but God was faithful and provided for us!
Tonight, as we sat down to our table to eat supper which consisted of a roasted chicken, potatoes, carrots, yorkshire pudding, and salad I again felt so blessed. Some people cannot afford to have food on their table and here we are eating an incredible meal.
2) I have an incredible husband. On Sunday morning as I was getting ready in the bathroom, Eli & Andy were playing in the hallway. Eli was giggling like there was no tomorrow, and Andy was enjoying making him laugh. My heart was filled with joy because I love how my husband is so hands on with our son. He loves wrestling with him, chasing him around the house, playing "karate" with him, taking him outside for a walk, and the list goes on. I think often times many dads arent neccisarily hands on, or willing to take initiative to care for their children, and my husband is definitly not one of those guys. He is always willing to take care of Eli so I can go out for an evening, or during the day on a weekend. Im so thankful for this amazing man! He is the love of my life, and makes me laugh every day! My heart still jumps whenever I see his car pull up to the house when he gets home from work.
3) Money - Again we are blessed. Have you seen the show "Till Debt Do us Part" ?? Well recently, Andy and I decided we needed to buckle down and get on a budget. Our money issues are no means like the couples that you see on the show, but often times at the end of the month we'd pay our bills and then spend whatever money we had left over. We were saving minimal, and then wonder were X amount of money was actually going. So I googled the show and Gail Vaz-Oxlade has a blog with all the resources you need to get on the "budget" she uses for the couples on her show. So I sat down, and used the spreadsheets that calculate the "jar" money and off we went. So far it feels incredible to be saving what we're saving, and seeing where our money goes. We've stopped using ALL debit, and use only cash. Andy and I have X amount of money per week to spend, and that includes our weekly groceries, movies, gas for our vehicles (lucky for andy his vehicle only costs $20 some dollars to fill, compared to my $60!!) but once our money is gone, its gone. No going into debt to go out for supper, or buy couches or whatever... if its gone, its gone. And I love seeing how different our life is so far! Its incredible! Again, we're blessed to have as much money as we do, but God has blessed us with it, and we need to make wise decisions. Id encourage you to check our her blog, and resources that she has. Its an easy spreadsheet to fill out and easy to understand. Following it may not be as easy, but its do able!! Let me know what you think of it!
http://www.gailvazoxlade.com/
I hope your feeling as blessed as my family is this Christmas season & New Year!!
1) How blessed we are. I cannot believe how blessed we are. As a couple that has been married for almost 4 years, and in our early-mid 20's we cannot thank God enough for what we have! We have bought a home, have 3 vehicles (currently selling 1!!), food on our table, nice furniture, and the list goes on. The other night as I was putting Eli into bed, and he was cuddling with me, I just became so overwhelmed with how lucky we are. God has been so faithful to us, and I give Him all the Praise. He has continued to provide a job for Andy, and even when Andy was laid off we had more money than when He was working. Dont ask me how, but God was faithful and provided for us!
Tonight, as we sat down to our table to eat supper which consisted of a roasted chicken, potatoes, carrots, yorkshire pudding, and salad I again felt so blessed. Some people cannot afford to have food on their table and here we are eating an incredible meal.
2) I have an incredible husband. On Sunday morning as I was getting ready in the bathroom, Eli & Andy were playing in the hallway. Eli was giggling like there was no tomorrow, and Andy was enjoying making him laugh. My heart was filled with joy because I love how my husband is so hands on with our son. He loves wrestling with him, chasing him around the house, playing "karate" with him, taking him outside for a walk, and the list goes on. I think often times many dads arent neccisarily hands on, or willing to take initiative to care for their children, and my husband is definitly not one of those guys. He is always willing to take care of Eli so I can go out for an evening, or during the day on a weekend. Im so thankful for this amazing man! He is the love of my life, and makes me laugh every day! My heart still jumps whenever I see his car pull up to the house when he gets home from work.
3) Money - Again we are blessed. Have you seen the show "Till Debt Do us Part" ?? Well recently, Andy and I decided we needed to buckle down and get on a budget. Our money issues are no means like the couples that you see on the show, but often times at the end of the month we'd pay our bills and then spend whatever money we had left over. We were saving minimal, and then wonder were X amount of money was actually going. So I googled the show and Gail Vaz-Oxlade has a blog with all the resources you need to get on the "budget" she uses for the couples on her show. So I sat down, and used the spreadsheets that calculate the "jar" money and off we went. So far it feels incredible to be saving what we're saving, and seeing where our money goes. We've stopped using ALL debit, and use only cash. Andy and I have X amount of money per week to spend, and that includes our weekly groceries, movies, gas for our vehicles (lucky for andy his vehicle only costs $20 some dollars to fill, compared to my $60!!) but once our money is gone, its gone. No going into debt to go out for supper, or buy couches or whatever... if its gone, its gone. And I love seeing how different our life is so far! Its incredible! Again, we're blessed to have as much money as we do, but God has blessed us with it, and we need to make wise decisions. Id encourage you to check our her blog, and resources that she has. Its an easy spreadsheet to fill out and easy to understand. Following it may not be as easy, but its do able!! Let me know what you think of it!
http://www.gailvazoxlade.com/
I hope your feeling as blessed as my family is this Christmas season & New Year!!
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Christmas Surprise
Christmas has come and gone for another year. Is it just me or do you always feel a little sad once Christmas day is over? A little depressed? This year I dont feel it as much, but I still feel it. So much time, work and thought is put into one day and then its gone in such a short time. But it was an incredible day.
Last year, Andy and I opened our Christmas presents on Christmas eve after we put Eli to bed. I grew up opening presents on Christmas even, but it was really special to do that again this year. We decided that because Andy's family was coming over for breakfast we may not have as much time in the morning to open presents. We put Eli to bed and Andy had a couple of things to put together. We grabbed a drink and sat down on the couch. Andy handed me my stocking and said we should start there. Stockings are my absolute favorite part so I didnt argue. Halfway through my stocking I pulled out a set of car keys. "Go look in the back." I got up, peeked out the door at our parking pad and there sat my new SUV. Yup, Andy got me a 2008 fully loaded Hyundai Sante Fe for Christmas! I couldnt believe it! I suspected during the week that he might be doing it, but I didnt want to believe it because I would be totally disappointed. But he did! He pulled it off, and there sat my beautiful car! I cannot believe how incredible this vehicle is, and I love it. We are so blessed. We had an incredible Christmas with family, friends, food, a warm home, a bed to sleep in, and a new vehicle. Andy defintly outdid himself this year! What an incredible man, and boy does he love me! He had to lie to me a few times so he wouldnt ruin the surprise but thats okay.
We had a great time having breakfast with Andys family and opening more presents. Eli had such a great time opening presents and eating alot of cookies and chocolate. Too much chocolate and cookies because at 10:30p.m he woke up crying and when I went in to check on him he had throw up all over the place. He was covered, and his crib was covered. He must've thrown up earlier and fell asleep in it and then woke up a few hours later. While Andy cleaned the throw up up (what a good husband!!) and put new sheets on the crib, I took a bath with him and cleaned him up. He was ready to party after he was cleaned up and we finally got him back down just after 11p.m. We heard him cough so I went in to check if he was okay. He seemed fine, but it was pitch black and I really couldnt see anything. Well, when we got him up this morning at 9am, (he slept through the whole night no problem!!) he had thrown up and just continued to sleep. Luckily, it wasnt too much and was in the corner of the crib. Poor guy though. He was fine today, and happy to hang out.
Andy doesnt have too much time off over Christmas, so Im enjoying having him at home with us for a few days. Christmas holidays always go so fast but Im trying to enjoy it one day at a time!
How was your Christmas?
My 2 loves on Christmas Morning!
My new ride!!
2008 Hyundai Sante Fe - Fully loaded (Heated seats included too!!!!!)
Eli loved openning presents!
Last year, Andy and I opened our Christmas presents on Christmas eve after we put Eli to bed. I grew up opening presents on Christmas even, but it was really special to do that again this year. We decided that because Andy's family was coming over for breakfast we may not have as much time in the morning to open presents. We put Eli to bed and Andy had a couple of things to put together. We grabbed a drink and sat down on the couch. Andy handed me my stocking and said we should start there. Stockings are my absolute favorite part so I didnt argue. Halfway through my stocking I pulled out a set of car keys. "Go look in the back." I got up, peeked out the door at our parking pad and there sat my new SUV. Yup, Andy got me a 2008 fully loaded Hyundai Sante Fe for Christmas! I couldnt believe it! I suspected during the week that he might be doing it, but I didnt want to believe it because I would be totally disappointed. But he did! He pulled it off, and there sat my beautiful car! I cannot believe how incredible this vehicle is, and I love it. We are so blessed. We had an incredible Christmas with family, friends, food, a warm home, a bed to sleep in, and a new vehicle. Andy defintly outdid himself this year! What an incredible man, and boy does he love me! He had to lie to me a few times so he wouldnt ruin the surprise but thats okay.
We had a great time having breakfast with Andys family and opening more presents. Eli had such a great time opening presents and eating alot of cookies and chocolate. Too much chocolate and cookies because at 10:30p.m he woke up crying and when I went in to check on him he had throw up all over the place. He was covered, and his crib was covered. He must've thrown up earlier and fell asleep in it and then woke up a few hours later. While Andy cleaned the throw up up (what a good husband!!) and put new sheets on the crib, I took a bath with him and cleaned him up. He was ready to party after he was cleaned up and we finally got him back down just after 11p.m. We heard him cough so I went in to check if he was okay. He seemed fine, but it was pitch black and I really couldnt see anything. Well, when we got him up this morning at 9am, (he slept through the whole night no problem!!) he had thrown up and just continued to sleep. Luckily, it wasnt too much and was in the corner of the crib. Poor guy though. He was fine today, and happy to hang out.
Andy doesnt have too much time off over Christmas, so Im enjoying having him at home with us for a few days. Christmas holidays always go so fast but Im trying to enjoy it one day at a time!
How was your Christmas?
My 2 loves on Christmas Morning!
My new ride!! 
2008 Hyundai Sante Fe - Fully loaded (Heated seats included too!!!!!)
Eli loved openning presents!Thursday, December 23, 2010
Sick
Im not really feeling inspired to write these days. Thus is been a bit since I last wrote. That and I came down with the stomach flu.
I dont really feel like I have alot to write about, and although I know there are a few of you out there who read my blog I dont have anyone commenting on any pictures or any posts, which is a tad discouraging. This isnt a cry for comments, Im just saying.
So yes, I had the stomach flu. I was fine on Monday morning and by Monday afternoon my stomach hurt, by 7:30pm I was throwing up, and was done throwing up by 10:30pm, but I was up most of the night. My stomch hurt so bad, and I just felt horrible. Luckily, for me my mom came over on Tuesday to help our with Eli. Theres nothing worse than having to take care of a high energy little person when you feel like dieing! So I was blessed to have her here to take care of him. Andy also came home a bit early, so he was home by the time Eli woke up from his nap. Perfect! I thought I was good and done with being sick but last night around 5p.m my stomach started to hurt again. We had a good friend coming over for supper (which she was coming to make! Lucky us!) but since Ive eaten absolutely nothing over the past 2 days I couldnt eat too much and as the night went on I felt worse and worse. Finally, I took a gravol, had a bath and hit the hay. I slept good (thank you gravol!) and am feeling good this morning. Im going to start eating today (as I havent eaten much since Monday at lunch!) so part of me wonders if my stomach hurts because Im so hungry. I had some oatmeal and toast this morning, now its a wait and see game.
Christmas is in a few days, and Andy is up to something. I think I know what it is, but Im not saying. Ill keep you posted! Have a Merry Christmas! I hope you're all blessed in one way or another!!
I dont really feel like I have alot to write about, and although I know there are a few of you out there who read my blog I dont have anyone commenting on any pictures or any posts, which is a tad discouraging. This isnt a cry for comments, Im just saying.
So yes, I had the stomach flu. I was fine on Monday morning and by Monday afternoon my stomach hurt, by 7:30pm I was throwing up, and was done throwing up by 10:30pm, but I was up most of the night. My stomch hurt so bad, and I just felt horrible. Luckily, for me my mom came over on Tuesday to help our with Eli. Theres nothing worse than having to take care of a high energy little person when you feel like dieing! So I was blessed to have her here to take care of him. Andy also came home a bit early, so he was home by the time Eli woke up from his nap. Perfect! I thought I was good and done with being sick but last night around 5p.m my stomach started to hurt again. We had a good friend coming over for supper (which she was coming to make! Lucky us!) but since Ive eaten absolutely nothing over the past 2 days I couldnt eat too much and as the night went on I felt worse and worse. Finally, I took a gravol, had a bath and hit the hay. I slept good (thank you gravol!) and am feeling good this morning. Im going to start eating today (as I havent eaten much since Monday at lunch!) so part of me wonders if my stomach hurts because Im so hungry. I had some oatmeal and toast this morning, now its a wait and see game.
Christmas is in a few days, and Andy is up to something. I think I know what it is, but Im not saying. Ill keep you posted! Have a Merry Christmas! I hope you're all blessed in one way or another!!
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Cloth Diapers
We've made the switch. To cloth diapers I mean. I love it. Its so nice not having to think about buying diapers while Im out and about. We've also switch to using reusable wipes as well. That way we only need disposable for when we're out and about... which really amounts to almost nothing.
I also dont mind washing the diapers. You throw them in, let them soak, wash them a few times over, throw them in the dryer and thats that. I thought itd be harder but its really not that difficult.
Starting out is expensive with cloth diapers, but as long as your not too picky you can find some great deals on ebay for cheap. I ordered 7 diapers for $25, which is usually the cost of 1 diaper when you buy them from a store here in edmonton. Not to mention they look pretty cute on our little guy.
I also dont mind washing the diapers. You throw them in, let them soak, wash them a few times over, throw them in the dryer and thats that. I thought itd be harder but its really not that difficult.
Starting out is expensive with cloth diapers, but as long as your not too picky you can find some great deals on ebay for cheap. I ordered 7 diapers for $25, which is usually the cost of 1 diaper when you buy them from a store here in edmonton. Not to mention they look pretty cute on our little guy.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Busy, Busy, Busy
Eli's been down and out this week. Last night he had a fever, and his cough is uncontrollable. The poor kid is just wiped from coughing so hard and so he's sleeping like crazy! Luckily, he is actually sleeping instead of being up multiple times in the night and not napping! Ive defintly been praying that he'd continue to sleep well.
I've been busy this week, thus not posting too often. We have our basement that is continuously having work done on it, but Im feeling the itch to get it done so we can have another liveable space instead of a place to store junk. So I tidied it up and painted it. It looks great and its incredible what a couple coats of paint can do to freshen up an area up! Now we just would like to get some couches and get it all set up to be able to watch movies down there, and also have Eli play down there.
On top of the main room that I painted down there (which was a huge job!!) I also did the back room. I cleaned it out and painted it and am turning it into an office/andy's punching bag room. Right now we dont have a designated office and Id really like to have somewhere specific where we can put all the papers to be filed away, to set up our desk and our computer, etc. So now that its painted (I still have 1 more coat to do) but I would love to start putting some pictures on the wall, maybe some wall decals or something. I want it to be a place that I enjoy going and relaxing in, the exact same thing with the other area in the basement. I think we're getting there, still have alot of work to do but one step closer. I cant wait!
This morning as I ran upstairs and quickly got dressed so I could come downstairs and get Eli dressed and then walk out the door. Last night, Andy and I sat and enjoyed some Ferrero Rocher chocolates, and left the tin with some chocolates sitting on the floor. Well after I took the minute and a half to get dressed and came downstairs Eli was sitting on his musical chair with something in his hand! Once I looked closer I noticed that the 3 chocolates that should've been in the Ferrero Rocher tin were no long there, and he only had 1 in his hand! He had such complete delight eating that little chocolate. When I came downstairs and looked at him all I heard was "Nummy, yummy..." It was pretty stinkin cute. When I turned my back for a quick moment to grab his clothes from the laundry basket, I looked back at him and sure enough he had all 3 chocoaltes sitting in his tray on his chair! All Icould do was laugh... oh and grab my camera!
After we went to the chiropractor this morning we decided that instead of heading out to our regular Friday play time to head out to my parents place. Since Eli had a fever last night and wasnt feeling well I didnt think it would be a good idea to take him around other kids. So off we went to myparents. Eli wasnt completely content there but it was nice to have my mom & dad to help me with him especially when he's in a mood. He loves being around them, and the last time my dad came over to visit (this week) Eli started crying and reaching up to my dad when he left. Eli & my dad have one thing in common, they love being outside... and luckily for Eli, Dad never has an issue about taking him outside. So when my dad came inside this afternoon from doing a bit of work outside and Eli decided he wanted to go out Dad was more than happy to take him. These pictures melt my heart.
I've been busy this week, thus not posting too often. We have our basement that is continuously having work done on it, but Im feeling the itch to get it done so we can have another liveable space instead of a place to store junk. So I tidied it up and painted it. It looks great and its incredible what a couple coats of paint can do to freshen up an area up! Now we just would like to get some couches and get it all set up to be able to watch movies down there, and also have Eli play down there.
On top of the main room that I painted down there (which was a huge job!!) I also did the back room. I cleaned it out and painted it and am turning it into an office/andy's punching bag room. Right now we dont have a designated office and Id really like to have somewhere specific where we can put all the papers to be filed away, to set up our desk and our computer, etc. So now that its painted (I still have 1 more coat to do) but I would love to start putting some pictures on the wall, maybe some wall decals or something. I want it to be a place that I enjoy going and relaxing in, the exact same thing with the other area in the basement. I think we're getting there, still have alot of work to do but one step closer. I cant wait!
This morning as I ran upstairs and quickly got dressed so I could come downstairs and get Eli dressed and then walk out the door. Last night, Andy and I sat and enjoyed some Ferrero Rocher chocolates, and left the tin with some chocolates sitting on the floor. Well after I took the minute and a half to get dressed and came downstairs Eli was sitting on his musical chair with something in his hand! Once I looked closer I noticed that the 3 chocolates that should've been in the Ferrero Rocher tin were no long there, and he only had 1 in his hand! He had such complete delight eating that little chocolate. When I came downstairs and looked at him all I heard was "Nummy, yummy..." It was pretty stinkin cute. When I turned my back for a quick moment to grab his clothes from the laundry basket, I looked back at him and sure enough he had all 3 chocoaltes sitting in his tray on his chair! All Icould do was laugh... oh and grab my camera!
After we went to the chiropractor this morning we decided that instead of heading out to our regular Friday play time to head out to my parents place. Since Eli had a fever last night and wasnt feeling well I didnt think it would be a good idea to take him around other kids. So off we went to myparents. Eli wasnt completely content there but it was nice to have my mom & dad to help me with him especially when he's in a mood. He loves being around them, and the last time my dad came over to visit (this week) Eli started crying and reaching up to my dad when he left. Eli & my dad have one thing in common, they love being outside... and luckily for Eli, Dad never has an issue about taking him outside. So when my dad came inside this afternoon from doing a bit of work outside and Eli decided he wanted to go out Dad was more than happy to take him. These pictures melt my heart.
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