Mom's Club

When Jake and I decided we wanted to have a baby- I truly wanted a baby right away! I couldn't wait for a pregnancy test to have 2 lines or say "pregnant". The anticipation of it all was so fun yet so annoying all at the same time. That one random day that I thought "hmm- I think I will pee on a stick this morning" quickly became one of the best days of my life when 2 faint lines appeared. I couldn't stop smiling all day! I was going to be a mom!

9 months later my baby girl arrived and I remember feeling every emotion of happiness that could ever exist. I finally felt like I had a greater understanding of what our Heavenly Father's love for us is like. What a blessing that Jake and I were given to raise this little daughter of God! I felt so blessed, yet I also felt the weight of the world on my shoulders. I don't think that "weight" will ever go away. I am constantly reminded of this world we live in and the not so fun things that are happening around us. Most days I feel overwhelmed with these thoughts that keep me up at night or wake me in the middle of the night. I realize Brighton's spirit was blessed to be born at this time and knowing that does bring me a lot of comfort.

It is amazing what a day is like with a baby! It is the best day and the worst day. It is the best day when your child learns something new and they start clapping for themselves. It is the worst day when you realize another day has passed. Every night before I go to sleep I silently go to check on my sweet baby girl that is sleeping peacefully. I miss her in those moments.

It is safe to say that I am like a lot of mom's, I want the very best for my little girl. I recently started thinking about going back to school. Why not? Maybe becoming a mom has made me feel really ambitious or crazy. I guess it all depends who you're asking. My to-do/goals list continues to grow and even be put off sometimes! However, today I choose cuddles because I am an emotional mom that thinks cuddles from a little are just the best!

Joining this mom's club is the best decision I have ever made! It truly is the most rewarding job. The benefits are amazing and worth the sleepless nights and the mommy body! Being a parent changes everything but in the grand scheme of everything it makes life better! I love my husband more for the way he cares for our baby. I love that he is the patriarch of our family and that he does a darn good job at it! I am grateful for all that we have. I am blessed for the opportunity that I had to carry my baby and feel her kicks. I am not always the most positive person when it comes to pregnancy. In fact if it were up to me, I really would be done having children. It was the hardest 9 months of my life- I will not deny that it was not worth it though. I brought life into this world! How amaze is that?!?

Needless to say, Brighton- I am so grateful to be your momma, mommy, mom!

The Kleiman Family

After many months of not blogging, I started thinking that it was time to get back at it. I miss not having a place to go and reflect on what we have done this year. My baby girl is going to be ONE next month and I am realizing more than ever that these moments are precious! It is time to take that camera out that we spent too much money on and start documenting our little family.

Brighton is becoming such a little lady every day. She learns so fast and keeps us on our toes constantly! I seriously miss the newborn stage where all I would do is hold her close and she would just sleep in my arms. Now she is constantly on the go- getting into everything and anything! I don't ever wish away these moments, I just wish they would last a little longer. Her favorite things to say is mama, dada, hi, hey guys, baba, baby, Jesus, and ya! She loves to dance, sing, and play! Her favorite movie right now is Frozen (pretty much every kids favorite movie at the moment!) B is just full of personality and we are beyond grateful for her and the sweet spirit she brings into our home.

Jake just finished school! Yahoo! I am sure no one is more excited than him to be done. He is now working for Layton Construction and really enjoying it. We enjoy having him home at nights- more so me so I can go to the gym to "try" and get my body back after having a baby!

I am still working for the best company ever Jane.com! I seriously love it so much and every day am so grateful that I am able to work at home with my little lady.

There is a little catch up on what is going on with us. I will be sure to blog more often and start documenting some memories that we can look back on in the future. Thank you for stopping by the new blog, friends and family!