Halloween is almost here!

I love halloween haha. I can't wait to see Camden in his little froggy outfit...hes just going to be too cute. We are getting family pictures taken this week and we are going to also get some pics of Cam in his costume. My mom will be here on Friday and I am soooo excited to see her. I think on Halloween we are going to Fifer Orchards and pick some apples and more pumpkins and gords.....and we are going to take Camden on his very first HAY RIDE! im sure he will love it. This time of year is so fun. There seems like there is just so much more to do. Well i am all stocked up on my candy and ready for all of those tricker treaters to come our way! I bought about 20 dollars worth of candy haha. When i was a kid, I always hated those people that just gave you one piece of candy, come on its HALLOWEEN!.....well needless to say i give out handfulls haha.
I am feeling alot better. My nose is still a little stuffy but thats a whole lot better than how i was feeling earlier this week. Camden's cough is completely gone thank goodness.
Well, this is a short entry but i just wanted to update. I have a pot roast in my slow cooker and its almost ready so i need to go feed my family.
Much love and God bless,
Sarah Elise

Wellness

For the first time since Camden has been born i am sick. I am one of those people that HATES more than anything to be sick. I do alot during the day and when i am run down the only thing that makes me well again is to get in bed and stay there. So for the past few days i have done so. Its very hard with a little baby and a household to run to do this but with the help of my amazing husband, I have been able to do so. I must say, i have an exeptional husband. He has really just taken all of the stress off of me and allowed me to start to feel better. He has done all of the cooking, cleaning, laundry, and baby needs. Camden started to get a little sniffle so we didnt waste any time in taking him in to his pediatrition. He just gave us some salene nazle spray and Camden is completely cleared up. I have had fever, cough, chills, runny nose, sneezing until i feel like my nose will fall off my face, and cold sweat. Its been terrible but Chris has really been awesome. Last night my throat was so sore so without even telling me he went and got me my favorite ice cream. Hes so sweet. I am such a lucky girl.
Today we had to take Camden in to get his 4 month shots. He was supposed to get them 2 weeks ago but they have had a mandatory flu shot demand on the base and all of the military guys had to go get it. So, needless to say, the base hospital immunization has been jam packed. He had to get three shots and he was so upset. I hated seeing him cry, but im just taking care of my baby. Thankfully he wont have to get anymore for 2 more months. I got the flu shot today and can i just say, OUCH. my arm is still sore. Im sure i will live though.
Although i dont have much a voice and probably wont sound that good tonight, Chris and I are going to praise team practice. I love singing. I miss being in Choir, but this is a good substitute.
Anyways, off the practice!
Much love and God bless,
~Sarah Elise~

pumpkins pumpkins pumpkins!

This week has been so much fun. We have done so much as a family and its been so wonderful. We went pumpkin pickin' and had a total blast carving it. We decided to make a happy pumpkin this year and go with a different design instead of the normal scary design haha. (for Camden of course) And i have been cooking and baking so much. I made green chili chicken enchiladas from scratch, chicken tortillini, chocolate chip cookies, and pumpkin seeds. Tomorrow im going to make chili and corn bread. (one of hubby's favs) later this week i think im going to take a stab at ginger bread mmmmm. Cant wait. I love trying to cook new things. So my house is full of pirate hallween stuff. Its fun but the dogs keep messing with all of the decor haha. I love halloween. I cant wait for Camden to wear his little costume. Im going to be a witch! I dont know if daddy is going to dress up or not hes not as in to it haha. My mom will be here in 2 weeks and i can't wait! We are going to have so much fun shopping and cooking and talking ahhh im so excited. So Camden just got a new jumperoo. Right when we put him in there he started jumping around it was too cute. He loves it. His smile melts my heart. Being his mommy is the most fulfilling expirience i have ever had in my life. It is just so unbelievable i can barely put it into words. I just adore him. We are giong to be getting our pictures taken in the next two weeks and i cant wait. I try to capture Camden's growth through as many pictures as i can. He is just growing so fast. I love it because his personality is really starting so show. Its so fun. Hes just such a happy little boy. We are so incredibly blessed.

Much love and God bless.

Sarah

Pure Joy

This may sound silly, but one of my favorite things in the world is when my house is clean, the dishes are done, laundry is clean and put away, and the bills are paid. We have been a tight these past few months with getting used to having a baby and the expenses of them and we are finally in a very comfortable place. Its a good feeling. I have just felt so blessed lately. I know that our country is in a recession right now and its really taken effect on alot of families and i just feel so blessed and thankful that we are still comfortable. My heart goes out to those families effected by this.
Anyways, i am so excited about this fall and winter coming up. My mom is coming up for Halloween and i cant wait to see her! I have my house all decorated. i love Halloween decorations. They are just so fun. Cammy is going to be a frog and i cant wait to get him dressed up. Next, my dad is hopefully coming for Thanksgiving. This year will be my first time to make a Thanksgiving meal on my own. Prayers would be appreciated that i dont burn anything haha. I am determined to make everything. ( Turkey, stuffing, giblet gravy, yams, garlic potatoes, fruit salad, green salad, rolls, greenbean caserole, and cranbery sauce.....and of course we cant forget the pumpkin pie!) Anyways, sometime in the beginning of December Jack is coming. I miss him like crazy and i cant wait to see him. Then chris' parents are coming for Christmas. Kelsi is coming up sometime in between there we just havnt decided yet! My mom is also coming agian in January. Sometimes its hard being away while Camden is so little because i feel like our family is missing out on him but i am so happy that they are going to get to come see us soon. Well thats all for now.
much love and God bless
Sarah <><

baby its cold outside!

Today has been so wonderful! Chris got the day off for Columbus day and today was "Sarah day!". For my birthday this last April, one of the sweet gifts that Chris gave me was a coupon book full of stuff! Some of the coupons were like that he would do the dishes or vacuum or take care of Camden all day. One of the coupons is Sarah Day which means that i get to relax all day and chris does all the cooking, cleaning, and taking care of baby's needs. It has been soo relaxing and wonferful. I just have to say that i have an amazing husband. Its in the 40's today and its so beautiful outside. I can't wait until thursday because we are going to go to the pumpkin patch to get some pumpkins! I have all of my Halloween decorations out so we need to carve some jack-o-lanterns! So excited. Anyways, i need to go eat the dinner my amazing husband made for me! I could get used to days like this! Too bad i only have one "Sarah Day" coupon haha.
much love and God bless,
Sarah Elise <3

First trip to the ER with Camden :(

Last night we took Camden to the ER for the first time. There was no "emergency" by any means but the base hospital had already closed for the day and wouldnt be open again until monday so we decided to just go ahead and take him. I noticed on thursday that the right corner of his right eye was starting to get a little pink. Chris thought that he may have just poked himself in the eye so we waited to see if the redness went away. Friday morning we woke up and it didnt look worse but it didnt look any better. Still be decided to wait. Finally at about 5 o'clock yesterday evening i noticed a little infection in the eye so we decided to go ahead and take him. We went to the hospital and Camden did not like the Doctor. When he put him on the scale to weigh him he cried alot. it was sad. But wow, i have a big healthy boy! Camden weighs 17 pounds! They took us back to the examining room and the Pediatrition came in and took one quick look at Cammy and said " yes we have a mild case of conjunctivitus (pink eye). They gave us some eye ointment and we put it on every 4 hours. When we woke up this morning the redness was totally gone! We are still supposed to repeat for 7 days. Anyways so glad its saturday and the 3 of us and all stay home together all day and relax. have a blessed day!

Much love and God bless,

*Sarah*

The Power of prayer

In my last blog i wrote of baby addison's severe problems. By the grace of God and power of prayer she is going to be a beautiful happy healthy baby. She may have to wear glasses but over all she will see, which is such a blessing. Thanks to all of those who prayed for this sweet baby and her worried parents.
Today was absolutely wonderful. Camden and I spent all day together. We went on a walk. It was lovely. He is such a fun little boy, always so happy.
Here is another survey from Bailey. I had alot of fun filling this out and remember all of these wonderful memories of this special day. Enjoy!


1) When was your wedding day? March 1, 2008
2) What day of the week was it?-It was a saturday. beautiful day
3) Where did you get married?-Oakwood Baptist Church. Absolutely the most beautiful church in lubbock
.4) How many girls were in your wedding?-ten! we had a huge wedding party. but it was so beautiful i wouldnt have changed a thing!
5)Where was your reception?-The Womens Club. A beautiful tea room with amazing food
.6) Would you invite an ex to the wedding?-definitely not
.7) How many guests attended your wedding?-almost 600. we had a lot of people attend.
8) How long did you know each other before you got engaged?- 2 1/2 years we dated..but we have actually known eachother since i was 5 and he was 7.....too cute
9) How long did you wait to Tie The Knot?-we were engaged for 9 months. it felt like forever i cuoldnt wait to marry that man!
10) Who did you hire as your photographer & videographer?- Mark Umstot- he did an amazing job i love his work
11) What song did you walk down the aisle to? a beautiful acoustic song called 2 am. by stephan speaks, it was perfect
12) Did your father walk you down the aisle?-No, my big brother did.
13) Did you have a Bridal Shower?-Yes, i had 2 and a lingerie shower and a bridesmaid brunch. it was lovely.
14) What type of limo did you get?-We actually got a horse drawn carriage.
15) Where did you go for your Bachelorette/Bachelor party?-My moms house. my cousin jack attended haha
16) What type of wedding gown/tux did you two wear?-it was a beautiful halter sweatheart neckline white gown from davids bridal. the bottom had a long train with a beautiful beaded finish.
17) How was the weather?-Perfect. sunny with a slight breeze
18) Where did you go on your Honeymoon?-We went to San Antonio and stayed on the River Walk at this beautiful hotel/spa. We stayed in the Honeymoon Sweet and the bathtub was big enough for 4 people!. and the room service was amazing
19) What was your favorite part of the day?-Seeing Chris' face when he saw me walking down the isle twards him right before i became his wife. his face was priceless.
20) How long have you been married?-1 year and 8 months.
21. Anything funny that you remember from your wedding?- Right before i was going to walk down the isle it hit me that i needed to use the restroom and my 13 year old cousin who was the made of honor was like "we can do this!" and she climbed under my dress and lifted it up and helped me go haha it was so funny and something ill always remember.
22. Anything go bad/wrong?-No. the votive was not had not been light before the ceremony and when the mothers went up to light the candle there was no light so they had to walk off and get a lighter haha. Im glad that i didnt know that happend until after the wedding was over .

Much love and God bless
*Sarah*