Friday morning (1/28/2011) Fred woke up and told me our son's name. What a great decision! As soon as it came from his lips, I loved it: Nicholas Allen Kimmons is the name that we will give our new baby. I don't know what we will call him. We may just stick with Nicholas, I am sure when he gets among his peers they will call him Nic. I am so relieved. I just had no idea. I am glad God placed a name on my husband's heart.
Fred has been taking business classes and after only one week, these classes have been so helpful to me. He has given me some traits that I should work on developing. I didn't even know that I lacked, but can clearly see after three years of business that they are needed. Now, I am not being too hard on myself, I have most of the qualities of a successful small business owner according to his text book, but the three that I need to develop will take me places :-)
I have gathered all the information needed for my big presentation in April. This week, I will begin to organize my thoughts and get everything on powerpoint. It should take about two weeks. My presentation in March is not new, it is one I gave last year, so I am not too worried about that one.
I also decided on a date for beginning my maternity leave. The best decision I have made is not to spend a lot of money on Nicholas. I know what a new born really needs. So we will stick with the basics. I must have one of those nursing chairs. That is a must. I also need a carrier and a bassinet. And he won't really need much other than huggies and wipes until about four months.
I watched a lady give natural birth. Her labor only lasted 4 hours. This was her second child. She had her baby at a birthing center that allowed for warm baths and massaging. I wish I could do this. The closest birthing center to us is in Nashville, TN and I am sure insurance won't cover that type of service. Anyway, she had a hospital birth with her first son and was given pitocin and an epidural. She said that she didn't like this and would not do it with her second child, so she went all natural. She did great job. It was a very inspirational video...Still deciding on natural birth...Leaning really close to it.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
What's in a Name?
I need a name for my baby. I am having a difficult time choosing a strong, meaningful name. Names mean so much. They tell what kind of family you are from. A name can also reflect a good personality or not. It can mean getting and interview or not (really, I have thrown a lot of applications in the trash for some of those names...I know that is terrible to admit, but OH SO true). His name can't be too modern, but I don't want it to be too classic either.
Let me tell you, I was reading Proverb 25 today...Look at these couple of verses: 18. Have you found honey? Eat only as much as you need, Lest you be filled with it and vomit. What an awesome scripture! Its clear, you eat too much; you will get sick. Here is another: 27. It is not good to eat much honey; So to seek one's own glory is not glory.
I know I am rambling, but I just wanted to share a few thoughts today. I have been feeling and doing well. Business is great and the family is blessed. I will write later.
Oh Yeah! Help me find a boy's name...please.
Let me tell you, I was reading Proverb 25 today...Look at these couple of verses: 18. Have you found honey? Eat only as much as you need, Lest you be filled with it and vomit. What an awesome scripture! Its clear, you eat too much; you will get sick. Here is another: 27. It is not good to eat much honey; So to seek one's own glory is not glory.
I know I am rambling, but I just wanted to share a few thoughts today. I have been feeling and doing well. Business is great and the family is blessed. I will write later.
Oh Yeah! Help me find a boy's name...please.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Financial Fast and A whole lotta Quantity
Looks like my blog is turning into weekly or biweekly updates. I have been a busy lady. I have time to blog every night, but not enough time to really let it all out. I like for my blogs to have quality messages and being too tired to really express my true message makes me not blog. My rule: either blog from the heart or don't blog at all.
I went for my 23 week check-up yesterday. I really love my doctor, she is very down to earth and funny. She lets me say or ask anything I want to. This is very rare with my other physicians. We didn't get an ultrasound this month. Next month I will take the glucose assessment. I don't remember it being that bad last time. Other than the initial scare at the beginning of my pregnancy, everything has been going very, very well.
Business wise, things are great. I am developing as an entrepreneur and truly firm manager. I love it! Love it!
I have been eating well and getting plenty of rest. On the exercise front...well, lets just say that ship has sailed for this week at least. With my busy schedule, I just slept right on through my exercise time. Every morning when my 4:30am alarm goes off, I turn it off and turn over. LOL! I am okay with that.
Our church is fasting. We are currently completing a financial fast. We are not to spend any money. We are to refrain from eating out or spending money on unnecessary items. We can purchase necessities for the home such as toiletries, food, and bills; nothing else. We can't purchase items just because we want them. We can not go to the movies, or out to dinner. We can entertain ourselves, but it must not cost any money. Even when you spend money, it must be cash. You are not to use your debit card or credit card. CASH ONLY! I am not one to spend a lot of money, but just because I am participating in the fast, it seems like every fast food place and every little mom and pop shop has been calling my name. I have been craving food that I have not eaten in years. I have wanted to shop in stores that have never appealed to me before. Isn't that so funny how our flesh wants to rule over us! We were also given scripture to read during the 21 day fast. I will share the 1st week with you just in case this is something you may want to do with your family. Here goes:
Day 1 proverb 3:9-10, Day 2 proverbs 22:7, Day 3 I Timothy 6:18, Day 4 proverbs 30:8-9, Day 5 Acts 20:33-35, Day 6 Psalms 37:21 and Day 7 Matthew 12:32-34
This year's goals are on the forefront of my mind. St. Jude, Being a mommy again and other personal goals keep me motivated.
Fred starts school on Wednesday. He has already started reading his books for class. Isn't that something! HE IS FOCUSED AND READY TO GO! I love his excitement. It is so motivating.
My reading for this week is Suze Orman's Women and Money (again) and John Maxwell 360 Leader. I have finally narrowed down my reading time. It was a little overwhelming for me. I feel like I have to read it all in one night, but to balance it all. I will do a little reading every night. Balance and consistency are my goals for this year and I am starting off on the right foot.
Today, we are going to visit Fred's dad and look for a big boy bed for Bug. I really want to buy a set of twin beds. This is what I envision: Fred and Bug sleep in Bug's room in the twin beds until the baby is adjusted to being at home and we all adjust to him. After about 12 to 18 months, of being in a crib in our (mommy and dad's) room, he can go sleep in the second twin bed in his brother's room. Then it will become their room. That way, I won't lose my computer room/office. We plan on moving, but with Fred in school, me in the business, and the new baby, the time is just not right. We want to make an educated decision about where we live. We have to think about schools and neighbors from this point on.
Well, I don't know about quality for this blog, it looks like a whole lot of quantity. Off to my reading...
I went for my 23 week check-up yesterday. I really love my doctor, she is very down to earth and funny. She lets me say or ask anything I want to. This is very rare with my other physicians. We didn't get an ultrasound this month. Next month I will take the glucose assessment. I don't remember it being that bad last time. Other than the initial scare at the beginning of my pregnancy, everything has been going very, very well.
Business wise, things are great. I am developing as an entrepreneur and truly firm manager. I love it! Love it!
I have been eating well and getting plenty of rest. On the exercise front...well, lets just say that ship has sailed for this week at least. With my busy schedule, I just slept right on through my exercise time. Every morning when my 4:30am alarm goes off, I turn it off and turn over. LOL! I am okay with that.
Our church is fasting. We are currently completing a financial fast. We are not to spend any money. We are to refrain from eating out or spending money on unnecessary items. We can purchase necessities for the home such as toiletries, food, and bills; nothing else. We can't purchase items just because we want them. We can not go to the movies, or out to dinner. We can entertain ourselves, but it must not cost any money. Even when you spend money, it must be cash. You are not to use your debit card or credit card. CASH ONLY! I am not one to spend a lot of money, but just because I am participating in the fast, it seems like every fast food place and every little mom and pop shop has been calling my name. I have been craving food that I have not eaten in years. I have wanted to shop in stores that have never appealed to me before. Isn't that so funny how our flesh wants to rule over us! We were also given scripture to read during the 21 day fast. I will share the 1st week with you just in case this is something you may want to do with your family. Here goes:
Day 1 proverb 3:9-10, Day 2 proverbs 22:7, Day 3 I Timothy 6:18, Day 4 proverbs 30:8-9, Day 5 Acts 20:33-35, Day 6 Psalms 37:21 and Day 7 Matthew 12:32-34
This year's goals are on the forefront of my mind. St. Jude, Being a mommy again and other personal goals keep me motivated.
Fred starts school on Wednesday. He has already started reading his books for class. Isn't that something! HE IS FOCUSED AND READY TO GO! I love his excitement. It is so motivating.
My reading for this week is Suze Orman's Women and Money (again) and John Maxwell 360 Leader. I have finally narrowed down my reading time. It was a little overwhelming for me. I feel like I have to read it all in one night, but to balance it all. I will do a little reading every night. Balance and consistency are my goals for this year and I am starting off on the right foot.
Today, we are going to visit Fred's dad and look for a big boy bed for Bug. I really want to buy a set of twin beds. This is what I envision: Fred and Bug sleep in Bug's room in the twin beds until the baby is adjusted to being at home and we all adjust to him. After about 12 to 18 months, of being in a crib in our (mommy and dad's) room, he can go sleep in the second twin bed in his brother's room. Then it will become their room. That way, I won't lose my computer room/office. We plan on moving, but with Fred in school, me in the business, and the new baby, the time is just not right. We want to make an educated decision about where we live. We have to think about schools and neighbors from this point on.
Well, I don't know about quality for this blog, it looks like a whole lot of quantity. Off to my reading...
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
20 pounds and growing
I will be 22 weeks pregnant Friday of this week. I have gained 20 pounds. I don't know if that is good or not, but at this point I don't even care (well, maybe a little). My doctor hasn't said anything about my weight. It makes me nervous every time I visit, I think that she will mention it, but she never does. So, I guess its okay..who knows. You know it is ON once I drop this load, St. Jude 2011 here I come. That's if I don't get pregnant.
Yes, Fred and I have NOT decided if this will be our last child or not. I go back and forth everyday. It is really too early to tell, we don't know if two is enough for us or not. I thought that I would stop at Bug, but I started to want another kid. Will I do the same thing after this next baby?...who knows.
To tell the truth, I can really feel my body crave exercise. It is amazing how I miss it so. I walk around the building at work and at the office, but I don't want to do too much. This pregnancy is different from my last and I don't want to cause any problems. I have plenty of time to exercise once I have the baby.
I am starting to get to know my new baby's sleep cycle. He kicks so hard, much harder than Bug ever did. I think Bug is going to have to toughen up for this one. He may be a little wrestler.
I want to write more, but I am so,so,so sleepy. If I can get done with my work in time, I will write tomorrow....Night-Night.
Yes, Fred and I have NOT decided if this will be our last child or not. I go back and forth everyday. It is really too early to tell, we don't know if two is enough for us or not. I thought that I would stop at Bug, but I started to want another kid. Will I do the same thing after this next baby?...who knows.
To tell the truth, I can really feel my body crave exercise. It is amazing how I miss it so. I walk around the building at work and at the office, but I don't want to do too much. This pregnancy is different from my last and I don't want to cause any problems. I have plenty of time to exercise once I have the baby.
I am starting to get to know my new baby's sleep cycle. He kicks so hard, much harder than Bug ever did. I think Bug is going to have to toughen up for this one. He may be a little wrestler.
I want to write more, but I am so,so,so sleepy. If I can get done with my work in time, I will write tomorrow....Night-Night.
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
God in Everything--Even the Small Stuff
I have been aching to run. It is getting hard to wait till after my baby arrives...
God has given me that name of my fitness/nutrition program and exactly how to structure it. It just came to me. Really, He just dropped it in my spirit. You all know that I have been wanting to do something like this, but I wasn't sure how I was going to do it. Now I know exactly what I am going to do. I am going to pray and study more so that it will be totally from God with all of His ways involved. I really want to touch lives with what I have been through. There are lots of people who need assistance with food addictions and eating disorders.
This is the first full week of the new year. I have committed or should I say recommitted to putting God in everything. I talk to him at every turn. One of my many goals this year is to pray without ceasing. That means including God in everything from eating breakfast to putting on my socks. It will be something that will come naturally with continued practice.
I would like to share a scripture that was meaningful to me today. I hope you enjoy it too.
For [of course] every house is build and furnished by someone, but the Builder of all things and the Furnisher [ of the entire equipment of all things} is God. Hebrew 3:4 (amplified).
This scripture was helpful to me. It goes right with my quest to include God in everything that I do or attempt to get involved in. The most important lesson for me in 2010 was having the right heart attitude; the right motives. This year, I will continue to keep the right motives in the plan, but in order to do that, I must have God in EVERYTHING that I do--even the small things. So that is my challenge this year, talking to my God and seeking Him for everything.
I filled out an application for participation in a ministry at the church dealing with teenagers. I have to have a background check. After that clears, I can begin working. I am excited about that.
Business wise, I am so on the right track. I love how everything is going slowly. This gives me a chance to keep things under control the best I can. Frederick has agreed to complete a master's degree in a field that will assist me in the future. I LOVE IT! A FAMILY THING!
God has given me that name of my fitness/nutrition program and exactly how to structure it. It just came to me. Really, He just dropped it in my spirit. You all know that I have been wanting to do something like this, but I wasn't sure how I was going to do it. Now I know exactly what I am going to do. I am going to pray and study more so that it will be totally from God with all of His ways involved. I really want to touch lives with what I have been through. There are lots of people who need assistance with food addictions and eating disorders.
This is the first full week of the new year. I have committed or should I say recommitted to putting God in everything. I talk to him at every turn. One of my many goals this year is to pray without ceasing. That means including God in everything from eating breakfast to putting on my socks. It will be something that will come naturally with continued practice.
I would like to share a scripture that was meaningful to me today. I hope you enjoy it too.
For [of course] every house is build and furnished by someone, but the Builder of all things and the Furnisher [ of the entire equipment of all things} is God. Hebrew 3:4 (amplified).
This scripture was helpful to me. It goes right with my quest to include God in everything that I do or attempt to get involved in. The most important lesson for me in 2010 was having the right heart attitude; the right motives. This year, I will continue to keep the right motives in the plan, but in order to do that, I must have God in EVERYTHING that I do--even the small things. So that is my challenge this year, talking to my God and seeking Him for everything.
I filled out an application for participation in a ministry at the church dealing with teenagers. I have to have a background check. After that clears, I can begin working. I am excited about that.
Business wise, I am so on the right track. I love how everything is going slowly. This gives me a chance to keep things under control the best I can. Frederick has agreed to complete a master's degree in a field that will assist me in the future. I LOVE IT! A FAMILY THING!
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