Lists and things...

One of my best friends told me that she likes reading blogs with lists, and I totally agree. Sometimes reading long posts is too daunting of a task in the evening or during precious nap time breaks.

Therefore, today's blog will be a short, organized conglomeration of thoughts.

5 things interesting enough to make the list:

1. Jilian Michael's 30 Day Shred- 20 minutes of amazing workout. I can already see a difference in my mommy tummy!

2. Free Saturday at Nasher Sculpture Center in downtown Dallas= fun day with my Bible study girls! (haha- we took Asher to the Nasher!)

3. I survived one year of motherhood! And if you ask me when he started sleeping through the night, when he first rolled over/crawled/laughed/etc, I won't be able to tell you. It's all one big blur. I CAN say that he has been the easiest baby ever. I do remember him sleeping really well very early on. Newborn phase was awesome, because Chris and I took Asher everywhere! Restaurants, movies (yes- he slept through them until about 3 months old), church, mall, you name it.

4. My biggest piece of advice for mommyhood: Don't hog your baby. Hah. I know that sounds weird, but I've had so many people tell me how impressed they are with me and Chris being easy-going parents. Let people help you. Let people hold baby. And don't be afraid to leave baby in crib, even if he's crying, if you need a break. He'll still be there when you get back, and mommy will be able to be a better mommy if she takes care of herself. I guess that was two pieces of advice, so that takes care of #5.
(Make no mistake, though, that having a baby is a huuuuge sacrifice. Yes, I make sure to take frequent breaks-be it shower/Target run/workout/hideincloset, but every day is completely scheduled around Asher)  :)

6. My husband. He's an incredible hubby, daddy, and my very best friend. Life has thrown some curveballs at us lately and it's been a little rough, but I'm so thankful I have a man like him to lead our family. With God in control and with Chris by my side, we can get through this last year of seminary!


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Have a good weekend!