Looking back, I wish there were some things I had told 16 year old me. Some things to better prepare me for being a daughter, about my parents, about school, about dating, marriage, and then motherhood. 16 year old me would have been more prepared for the challenges I would be facing in future years...
Today I was asked out on a lunch date with my sweet husband and when he came to pick Brighton and I up for our date I had feelings before of missing him. Maybe not feeling as close to him as I would like this week. It happens. Sometimes in life I get caught up in everything but my husband...sometimes other things end up being neglected, it really just depends on the week. Last week it was probably showering. While on this lunch date with my husband I was secretly thinking about when we dated. How I wish that sometimes we could go back to those moments of staying up all night- making out for hours. Getting lost in time. As we left Jake opened my door for me like the gentleman he is- nothing surprising but in this moment I remembered that 16 year old me would think that was silly that a man would open my door. I mean really, I can open my own door! I would tell 16 year old me to kindly say "thank you" and to never take away a moment for a man to not offer an open door to me. After Jake had opened my door I reached across the car to open his, after all- I am sure he too could appreciate an open door as well.
With motherhood, I find myself worrying a little too much. I would tell 16 year old me that when the time comes for motherhood to worry less, enjoy more laughter because life is precious and you really don't want to waste time with things that are not worth your time. I see my baby girl growing into someone smart and beautiful. There really isn't a moment I don't look at her and think, she is so pretty. Yes, I am bias! However, I know this little girl and I know that spirit she has inside her just makes her even more beautiful each day! I would tell 16 year old me that the blessings I would be given as a mother are far more greater than I could ever have hoped for!
I would tell 16 year old me to not care about what others think and to not sweat the small stuff because life is short and there is no time for any funny business. I would tell 16 year old me to NOT keep up with the Jones's. The Jones Family is most likely in debt... Plan your future, and do it wisely. Avoid debt. I would tell 16 year old me to spoil your kids! Who knows how many children you will have the opportunity to be blessed with. I would tell 16 year old me to also teach my children about service, hard work, and dedication. I would tell 16 year old me that life is better when you are dancing, holding your husbands hand, kissing your messy daughters face, being lazy on Sundays, and when you are eating dessert! :)
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Friday, February 14, 2014
Valentine's Day!
We bought some little gifts for Brighton in honor of love day! I have been running out of bibs for her so I thought buying her a Valentines bib would be perfect and then a cute bath toy that she had been wanting!
Jake had spoiled me earlier with Valentine's goodies when we celebrated this past weekend!
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Monday, February 3, 2014
OREO
As you can read from the title this is a story about OREO's. On Saturday night after going to dinner with Brighton and Jake we needed to run to the grocery store. I had Jake run in and grab some stuff because Brighton was getting tired and it was easier than getting her out then just putting her back in her car seat which she hates these days. Jake asked me before he went in if I wanted anything. Since I was wanting something sweet I said "I would love some OREO's" Jake came back and we drove home. Later that night after Brighton had gone to bed I went to go look for those OREO's and found these:
What on earth is REDUCED FAT OREO's?!?! This started me on the "so you think I am fat comments" and it didn't end there. I am sure my husband had a rational idea in his mind that this would somehow make me happy- but it didn't! This post probably makes me sound like a demanding wife or a big B word, luckily for Jake, I am not! In fact if it had been any other day, week, month, I probably would have just let it go. However, I was not about to eat a reduced fat OREO when I wanted a REAL OREO.
I ended up caving into these and eating a whole sleeve of reduced fat OREO's I explained to Jake the real question in his mind should have been regular stuffed or double? Always DOUBLE Jake. Always! Isn't it funny how men and women think so differently about things. Jake thought because I had been working out hard and dieting that getting the "healthier" version would make me happy ((that is sweet)). For me I was just thinking he was hinting that I needed to cut down on eating like a pig! Now I can laugh about it and even write about it. And- of course eat the whole other sleeve of cookies as I blog.
I ended up caving into these and eating a whole sleeve of reduced fat OREO's I explained to Jake the real question in his mind should have been regular stuffed or double? Always DOUBLE Jake. Always! Isn't it funny how men and women think so differently about things. Jake thought because I had been working out hard and dieting that getting the "healthier" version would make me happy ((that is sweet)). For me I was just thinking he was hinting that I needed to cut down on eating like a pig! Now I can laugh about it and even write about it. And- of course eat the whole other sleeve of cookies as I blog.
Friday, January 31, 2014
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!
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!
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
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!
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!
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