(Weather forecast is predicting temps in the 30's by this weekend, I would not be surprised to see people in shorts.)
Monday, January 6, 2014
-22 Without Wind-chill
Today hit -22 without wind-chill. Therefore as you can predict we spent the entire day inside. Nate's boss even told him he could work from home. We have had many days of this blistery cold weather and I am so ready for spring. Plus I believe we need to get out of our house soon or I think we may all go crazy ;)
(Weather forecast is predicting temps in the 30's by this weekend, I would not be surprised to see people in shorts.)
(Weather forecast is predicting temps in the 30's by this weekend, I would not be surprised to see people in shorts.)
Thursday, January 2, 2014
Ian's Birth Story and Pictures
Now that the holidays as well as Nate and Caleb's birthdays are all over, life is finally getting back to normality. Therefore, I can finally sit down and post Ian's birth story that I have been asked by many to write and honored to do so.
Even though I had NO control of when Ian was going to make his appearance, I was asked by Nate to wait until his work training was finished, preferred to have him come over the weekend by my mom and most importantly, not to arrive on Caleb's 3rd birthday. On top of all that pressure ;) the week before I went into labor I was already dilated to a four, 90% effaced and a +2 (+4 is crowning), so I was going to come fast! My mom was up by noon on that Friday and Nate's training was now complete so both of them stated I could go into labor right then. Well the rest of Friday and Saturday came and went. That night, Nate and I went to bed at 10:45 PM knowing the next day was our only hope or I would have to wait two more days to avoid Caleb's birthday. At 11:46 PM I got up to go to the bathroom, as I began walking back into bed, I informed Nate my water had just broke. We then proceeded to call the hospital, wake my mom up who was already here (thank goodness) and headed out the door around midnight. Contractions started in the car at about 12:10 AM. We arrived at the hospital around 12:20 AM. I was dilated to a six at that time without a midwife. I asked to sit in the bathtub to sooth the contractions. Was in there for about 20 minutes, felt Ian and was then at a ten. Nurse said midwife was close but called the on call doctor. I felt the need to push, instead screamed out loud, "Natalie, do not push!" (I really wanted my midwife). At that time, my midwife walks in, takes her coat off and tells me I can now push. I pushed through one contraction and successfully had Nate catch Ian and heard the cries of our fourth beautiful blessing. Born at 1:38 AM. Overall, I was very blessed with having a successful and quick labor.
Below are a few pictures from Ian's birth, enjoy!
Even though I had NO control of when Ian was going to make his appearance, I was asked by Nate to wait until his work training was finished, preferred to have him come over the weekend by my mom and most importantly, not to arrive on Caleb's 3rd birthday. On top of all that pressure ;) the week before I went into labor I was already dilated to a four, 90% effaced and a +2 (+4 is crowning), so I was going to come fast! My mom was up by noon on that Friday and Nate's training was now complete so both of them stated I could go into labor right then. Well the rest of Friday and Saturday came and went. That night, Nate and I went to bed at 10:45 PM knowing the next day was our only hope or I would have to wait two more days to avoid Caleb's birthday. At 11:46 PM I got up to go to the bathroom, as I began walking back into bed, I informed Nate my water had just broke. We then proceeded to call the hospital, wake my mom up who was already here (thank goodness) and headed out the door around midnight. Contractions started in the car at about 12:10 AM. We arrived at the hospital around 12:20 AM. I was dilated to a six at that time without a midwife. I asked to sit in the bathtub to sooth the contractions. Was in there for about 20 minutes, felt Ian and was then at a ten. Nurse said midwife was close but called the on call doctor. I felt the need to push, instead screamed out loud, "Natalie, do not push!" (I really wanted my midwife). At that time, my midwife walks in, takes her coat off and tells me I can now push. I pushed through one contraction and successfully had Nate catch Ian and heard the cries of our fourth beautiful blessing. Born at 1:38 AM. Overall, I was very blessed with having a successful and quick labor.
Below are a few pictures from Ian's birth, enjoy!
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
New Years Day
We spent the first day of the new year hanging out with two wonderful women, my mom and Aunt Jan. They came up to see the kids, eat dinner and celebrate the beginning of 2014. Overall, I can't think of a better way to kick off the year than being with family.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Top 13 of 2013
This year has flown by just like the rest of them. However, I have to say that I am thankful and blessed to be sitting here reflecting on the past year. We experienced many blessings this year, and the following list (in no particular order) below are Nate and my favorite 13 things that took place in 2013.
- Family from Albuquerque, Michigan, Las Vegas & Iowa visited
- Being apart of many amazing ministries at our church
- Celebrated Elyse turning 5
- Celebrated Caleb turning 3
- Celebrated Kallen turning 1
- Birth of Ian
- Job transition
- Had our first weekend away with friends and no kids
- Elyse attending extended day preschool
- No major health issues or surgeries
- Celebrated 8 years of marriage
- Celebrated Natalie turning thirty with friends and family
- Home improvements on new home
Wishing you all a Happy New Year's
and to having many blessings in 2014!
and to having many blessings in 2014!
Friday, December 27, 2013
Frozen
You maybe expecting this post titled, "Frozen" to relate to weather, thankfully not this time. The weather is actually approaching 40 today with sun, beautiful. Frozen in this case is referring to the new Disney movie that came out a few weeks back. Nate and I decided to surprise Elyse with her very first movie theatre experience with a movie she has been anticipating to see so much. Both the movie and experience did not disappoint. Nate says he highly recommends the movie and by the smile on Elyse's face I think she 100% agrees.
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas
We hope you all have a wonderful and blessed Christmas! May you and your family rejoice in the day and celebrate the reason for the season.
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
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