Family Living: Abbott Style

It's interesting how things work out... So for the last three weeks or so, Ian and I have either SHARED the twin size bed, or shared the sectional in the basement.  Meanwhile, our master bedroom and bathroom has been under construction.  Well, with some hard work, I was able to finish the bedroom so we could move back into our bedroom. I looked forward to sleeping in our queen size bed...however, I had my WORST night of sleep last night.  Really?  I mean, common, we shared a twin size bed and I got better sleep then!  I watched nearly every hour pass by last night as I tossed and turned.  I am thinking it might be time that I join the bandwagon and get myself a snoogle . Anyways, I am fairly proud of my accomplishments in painting so my thought was that I would share some pictures.... This is before:  I actually really loved the red when we first painted it, but after two years--I needed a change..something brighter and cheery! Here is the...

I'm exhausted so bare  bear with me... *Wake up. **Eat breakfast. ***Clear out master bedroom. ****Prime over  red  walls ****Two hours and a gallon of primer later...run to Lowes for more primer. *Sigh* (Olympic Zero VOC--pregnant friendly) ********More hours go by...white walls....wow the room does look a lot bigger.  Exhausted...but keep moving **********Clean carpets. How did I get a mascara stain under my bed anyways?  Oh well, looks good now.   *************Eat dinner: baked potato and vegetable soup. Drink from crystal light that gave me a pink mustache that I can't seem to get rid of....perfect.   *****************Go to the gym to for Zumba class. After class I over heard someone say, "Even the pregnant chick was kicking my ass..." I was happy for two reasons: 1.) I actually look pregnant and not just thick 2.) I did kick some Zumba butt..and it felt great!  (I think Haley likes the music because she was Zumba-ing in my bel...

Alright, so I did it!  I conquered my fears, got out of the house, and took a dip. I feel great.   It’s amazing what a little exercise can do.   Thank you endorphins!   I took sometime this afternoon and went swimming at the YMCA.   I was not looking forward to getting in, as I do not enjoy cold water what-so-ever.   Thankfully, the warm pool wasn't busy so I just swam in that pool.   The water was so comfortable and relaxing.   It was just what I needed.   Afterward, I went to Wal-Mart to pick up some groceries before the “snow storm” hits later this week.  I decided I was in the mood to do some baking, which is unfortunate since I failed miserably last month at sticking to the half a pound weight per week gain I was supposed to be shooting for.   So I decided I would look up some “healthy” cookie recipes so I can guiltlessly live in denial. I found a recipe that I thought I would share, and the cookies are very tas...

I thought the second trimester was full of energy?  The past few days I have felt completely exhausted even after a full 10 to 12 hours of sleep.  I'm starting to think that part of it is from just being home all day every day is starting to wear on me.  Unfortantly I haven't been working out through my entrie pregnancy, so I can't do anything fun like I would like, but I am thinking about doing some swimming for exercise.  I am hoping getting out of the house and doing some exercise would do me some good.  My first issue, however, is that I don't like being in a swim suit in front of people when I'm not pregnant, let alone alone now!  But tonight, I plan on sucking it up and heading to the YMCA at some point.  I also noticed they have a pool yoga class.  I am assuming the class is full of elderly people, but I'm thinking of giving it a shot anyways.  Wish me luck!

Now that I am home most of the day, I usually flip on the television for at least sound.   What I have found, however, is that even with our 200 plus channels, I can’t find anything of quality to watch, especially during the day.   Example: Flipping through the channels, I decided to turn on Jersey Shore for the first time ever.   I was so disgusted.   I watched for maybe 5 minutes, and heard about 400 bleeps being exchanged between two young ladies.   I couldn't even watch long enough to pull out a story line between the characters.   It was awful! After watching, I thought back to a speech I had written as a freshman in high school which illustrated the change in television throughout the years, and tuning into the sinful nature of our current society.   I Love Lucy had their main characters shown sleeping in their OWN twin beds because it was deemed inappropriate to feature adults lying in bed together.   When Lucy became pregnant, ...

It is has been over a month since I finished my student teaching.  I went from "working" well over 40 hours a week to working two evenings a month.  It has been an on going joke in the Abbott household that I have become retired since I don't plan to seek a career position until all of our children are in kindergarten.  This has become somewhat of an awkward time for me since the baby is not yet here to occupy my time.  I am waiting to receive my teaching license so I can begin substitute teaching, but until then I've been working on a bad case of cabin fever.   If your someone who knows me well, you probably already know that I am a bit of a clean enthusiasts.  Even while student teaching, the house was kept "just-so".  I would have never guessed this would have been my personality before I moved out of my parents home.  I had a very typical teenage girl room and bathroom.   A few...

The Chief's are in the playoffs, which means Kansas City's testosterone is at an all time high.  All around the city, fans are getting together in man caves and bars to cheer on their home team.   Today, I had a groggy start.  Around noon, I finally got myself in the shower.  As I showered, I heard my husband down in the living room, shouting and cheering at the television.  After I finished showering, I settled into the sofa, not even pretending to watch the game.   My husband next to me, making comments on the game; aware, yes that I have no idea what he is talking about, but it is a man thing.  You can't simply watch the game in silence as a true man fan.  After the first Chief's touchdown, I offer a somewhat excited smile and even a high five.  Deep down, I felt a little sad.   My husband is not with his friends today.  He isn't at a bar throwing back a few and cheering on his team.  He's home, alone, ...

Happy Friday everyone. The house is still a mess, and I made the mistake of peaking in at the master bathroom's progress.....I may or may not have started hyperventilating but I have been reassured that everything will be fine.  My master bedroom is beginning to look like a war zone.  Because I didn't feel like sleeping in a room that had a toilet next to me in it, we opted for the spare bedroom last night which just so happens to have an extra long twin bed.  I'm sure two adults sharing a twin bed was a sight to be seen, but I decided to spare my audience any pictures in fear that I would be taking a T.M.I.(too much information)  moment to a socially unexceptionable moment. . Good news!  My dog just dug into our neighbors yard again!  Winston has been a real pain in the biscuits since he has discovered his new disappearing act.  We have been through some trials and tribulations with this little pup. ...

Well...as I type, I am watching my master shower and vanity be carried out the front door. Things are getting interesting here in the Abbott household.  Since Ian and I decided to hold off on selling our home for a few years, we decided to do some remodeling.  New flooring in the laundry room, bathrooms, and kitchen; all of which are almost finished and looking pretty good. Then we are completely redoing our master bathroom. Right now, I am feeling a little uneasy.  Seeing the bathroom completely torn apart makes the task seem more daunting, so I decided no more peaking.  Hopefully it turns out as I envisioned. I took on the task of repainting the baby's room and reorganizing to make space for all the little one's things. I am very pleased with how her room turned out.  I agonized over paint colors for like two weeks and decided on a light gray color.  Her bedding is primarily black and white with a touch of pastel pink.  I still h...

Memoirs of a Wife and Teacher Wannabe is now retired.  Time for a fresh start with a new blog.  As my life progresses forward, I've come to realize a few things.  First, life isn't about me anymore.  My life, use to revolve around me.  I did what I wanted, when I wanted, and how I wanted.  And I am happy to say, these days are over for me.  My life has become so much more.  My priorities are changing.  My life revolves around so much more.    So here's what's new with the Abbott family.... As many of you already know, we are expecting our first child.  I am currently 21 weeks along and slowly embracing this whole pregnancy thing.  I'm learning more and more to put my faith in God as I turn my anxieties over to Him.  Throughout my pregnancy I often found myself biting my nails between appointments-nervous with the "something’s going to go wrong feeling".  Within the last few days, small flutters have grow...