Blattman Chronicles

So little Gracie went back to the ophthalmologist. Diagnosis is as follows: Intermittent esotropia, alternating hypermetropia…which means Bugs goes in for surgery July 2nd. They are going to cut the muscles off that control the eyes and then reattach them to help pull her eyes straight.

Harrison Archer received his name and a blessing today! I think we can expect great things from him! We are grateful for everyone who was able to come out for the occasion!

Little Miss Annie turned 8 on the 6th of this month, which means today, she was baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints! I couldn’t be more proud of her! She has been such a blessing in our lives. She is sweet and spunky, beautiful and smart, witty and cleaver. Her compassion is a strength and the love she shows for her siblings in those quiet little moments makes me teary! Annie we love you and we couldn’t be more proud! Her dad baptized her and Grandpa and Papa were the witnesses! We were so grateful for the family and friends we have that were able to attend! Grandma spoke on the Holy Ghost and gave Annie a soft, warm, pink blanket to remind her to look for the Holy Ghost in her life. Nana talked about baptism…1 word…KitKat!

The time already seems fleeting with him. I’m savoring every moment. I know all too well how the days seem to go slowly, but the weeks, months and then years fly by. I just want to be here in full appreciation of everything he will become…my sweet, sweet, baby!

How much fun is it to bring your baby home from the hospital on St. Patrick’s Day?!

This one has nothing but pure joy and love for him! She hugs, snuggles, kisses and squeezes…sometimes a little too tightly. I think they will be great friends. My heart is so happy seeing these two kids together.

Annie was so excited to get a baby brother. She was so excited to hold him. Funny thing though…once she got to hold him, she kind of freaked out and was out of there! We are pretty sure she will warm up though…eventually…

Grandma is here visiting us, but more helping us out for the next few weeks. We are so glad she could be here to share in all of this fun!

Yeah, this is how we roll…for the better or the worst! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

When they say, there is nothing better in this world than family, they aren’t joking. With all of the ups and downs, tears and laughter, nothing is as awesome as a family! Today, I feel abundantly blessed!

6:00am and I’m pulling myself out of bed. I can’t remember the last time I had to get up this early. Pulling up the shades and glancing out the window into the darkness, I realize I’m not as young as I used to be. This getting up early stuff is for the birds and seminary students. Lumbering around, I locate my clothes and slowly get dressed. It probably feels slower than it really is because my belly keeps getting the way and the aches of pregnancy have finally gotten to me. I’m such a wimp this time around. I swear this kid seems so much bigger than the others. I guess we’ll soon find out. Throwing my socks to the side, my feet slide into flipflops and I rustle Will to remind him of our imminent departure. And we’re off. The freeway is a parking lot. It’s a little difficult for me to fathom anywhere like Cypress having enough cars to create traffic, but here we are, all together bumper to bumper and going nowhere fast. Reaching the parking lot finally, I can’t help but laugh as we try

Just getting ready for Harrison’s arrival. It should be any day now!

This is the love of my life 3 or so decades ago! He was so adorable then and ever so handsome now! I’m so grateful that I have now been with him for almost a third of his life…and mine! I have learned so much from him and appreciate what a great husband and father he is. Happy birthday, Will!!

  I don’t craft much anymore or even piddle with projects much, but today I was feeling it. So I found something simple, easy and quick! Now Harrison has a little something for his room too!

Well, 8 years ago today, this is where we were! Welcoming our first sweet baby girl into this world! I’m not sure as to whether or not Annie will be getting her baby brother on the same day, but I will say I’m having a bit of déjà vu! What an adorable, sweet, cute chunky monkey we got that day! I loved her so much then and I love her even more now! She has been such a blessing in our lives!

So the Blue and Gold scout banquet happened this week. He was in charge of making a cake with his Dad. I’d say they did a pretty great job! He won, “Best Cake with the Scout Theme.”

I’m trying to finish up the charms for Young Women’s before I have Harrison.  I’m super close!…almost….there!

They say any day now. I’m dilated to 2cm and I’m 50% effaced. I’ve been told this before and I walked around for a month like that. I’m not holding my breath. Then again, he’s slowly suffocating me from the inside out so I don’t think I could hold it if I tried. Ok Harrison, we are just about ready for you!

Truth be told, I just haven’t felt like myself lately. I’d say quite a bit of my life has been paying the price. Blogging, cleaning, all kinds of things are getting be caught up in a hot mess. So I decided to loose myself for a moment in something delicious. I’m a HUGE fan of na'an and Indian food, but it isn’t quite as common here has it was in San Diego. So I just did what my belly told me to do. A little bit of sautéed onions, blue cheese and mushrooms later, I was good to go!

New Beginnings has come and gone and the girls did an awesome job! I wanted to post of picture of all of them together, but since my blog is public, I decided against it. For those of you who don’t end up with me at church every Sunday, New Beginnings is an opportunity for the girls 12-18 to welcome in the 11 year old girls who will be turning 12 this year into our Young Women's Program (for girls 12-18)… put them at ease, let them know what kinds of things to expect. Check out these awesome cookies my secretary made for the girls. They are amazing and delicious!