(The blog got a little makeover, so please go ahead and come to the site if you want to see!)
Wow, it’s been almost a month since my last blog post. Yikes! I’ve been busy, and tired when I wasn’t busy, and when I wasn’t busy, or tired, I was being boring, and nobody wants to hear about that, right? Anyway, yesterday marked 24 weeks of pregnancy (viability, wooooo!) and I definitely FEEL 6 months pregnant. It’s really sinking in that in (less than) 4 short months, I’ll be a mommy of 2 little girls, and I don’t feel like I’ve done much to prepare. Especially considering that I won’t feel like doing anything for at least the last month.
I’ve done (what I consider) a minimal amount of work in the nursery. The biggest thing was the painting, and that’s done (aside from some necessary touch-ups that I’m putting off because I REALLY don’t enjoy painting. We were also able to find a gilder, which I really, really wanted, at a flea market for only $15! I didn’t get a before picture with the original cushions on it, but they were an ugly scratchy plaid. Ew. I put several hours, and about $35 worth of paint and fabric into it, and now it looks like this:
And here it is, with the new cushions in, actually in the nursery. It will actually go in the opposite corner, as the crib will be going against the chevron wall, I think. I may put whatever storage Byron builds for me against that wall instead. It’s still up in the air at this point, because we still haven’t gotten Izzy a new bed, to replace her crib, which is being handed down for Zoe’s use.
One of Byron’s frat brother got married this past weekend, so we got dressed up! I actually had to buy a dress, because my only “dressy” things that I can still fit are mostly black, and I didn’t think you were supposed to wear black to a wedding. A lot of people wore black to the wedding. So, I could have worn something I already had, and NOT gone through the frustrating process of trying on a bunch of things while pregnant, which of course, nothing “really” fit like it should. Who knew that finding a a dress in a size 12-14 that would accommodate a soccer ball in the waist would be so hard? Since we were “just” guests, I had no interest in spending a lot of money on the dress, so I stuck to clearance racks, which limited the choices again. I ended finding something that worked in Kohl’s, for $19! There was one that I LOVED in a different store, but I would have needed a size up because of my bump, which they, of course, didn’t have. Ugh.
I posted this pic:
Of Paula Deen’s Banana Pudding on my instagram, and a lot of you asked about the recipe, so here it is:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/not-yo-mamas-banana-pudding-recipe/index.html
I’ve got a really difficult post, that I desperately, desperately feel the need the write. It’s about the rather…um…sticky, I’ll say, relationship that I have with my my mom. Part of the reason I hesitate is that I don’t want to hear a whole bunch of “but that’s your mooooooooom, she’s famillllyyyyy”. Because that’s bullshit. Also, once it’s out there, it’s out there. Regardless of how I (rightfully) feel, I have no desire for anyone to be hurt by my words. I’ll probably password-protect it, because really, I need the support. I need the advice. I need the therapy. And I’ll probably actually speak with a professional, because I’m definitely not moving closer to be as “over it” as I pretend to be, but in the meantime, writing it down, letting it all out has to make it feel a little better. Right?
Well, happy 24 weeks! I don’t miss the troubles of trying to shop for clothes to fit over a blooming belly one bit. I’m glad that I’ve kept a few pieces to wear in a few years when we try for number 3.
And while I don’t know the situation with your mom, I completely agree that family shouldn’t get a free pass to walk all over you. I recently went through that with two of my sisters and my father. I’m on ok terms with one sister and haven’t had any interaction really with my father in over two years now. So, I kind of can relate to having people tell me I should be over something because family is involved.
However, I hope that you get to a place of peace and get the support you need! Lord knows I wish I had gotten more support in my situations.
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Love the chair remodel and the wall.Nice!
Understand the family conflict. Not from my mom, she’s deceased, but other family members. I’ve debated the same thing about posts. It’s like you said once you put it out there, it’s out there. Do what you need to do to help you deal with the situation whether that’s a password protected post, therapy or both.
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Yay Zoe! Get your grow on. Auntie Krissy is looking forward to seeing who you look like.
I loved both you and Izzy’s wedding looks. Y’all were getting your pose on! lol Jas rubbing off huh? lol
I love the glider and the paint. It all looks really good.
I love banana pudding! My sister makes hers like that and I LOVE it!
About your mom. . . you know I know the whole story. I think the way you are handling it right now is the right way. I do think you and her still need a sit down with a PROFESSIONAL mediator ( not your pops lol) and hash everything out. Until then, things will stay the way they are and thats become unacceptable for you.
I love the new blog makeover. You’re so talented. I follow you in Instagram but how did I miss the pudding. YUM!
Release that energy and emotional burden. You have a ton of blog sisters who support you.
Izzy and Zoe, I like that.
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I wish I had a fraction of the creativity you possess, girl!
I definitely want to the try that recipe. I loves me some ‘nanapuddin’!
And you already know I know the deal when it comes to mom-daughter relationships. Feel free to hit me up anytime to just vent, cry, yell, or get it out with someone who understands. ((HUGS))
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Wow, Good Job! Congrats on your pregnancy as well. This is my first time on your page.
happy 24 weeks!!! she’ll be here before you know it.
um, you need to lend out some of your talents. I wanted to do a chevron wall but yeah, that didn’t happen. love the chair too.
i got nothing for you on the mom front… i don’t ever think talking to a pro is a bad thing though.
really like the blog makeover too!
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The blog makeover is awesome! But I didn’t expect anything less.
Looks like you found a cute dress. I don’t wear black to weddings either, but I guess anything goes these days.
Hope you are able to find a place of peace regarding your mom. One of my favorite quotes (and I have a ton) is “Sometimes the miracle isn’t God changing your situation but changing your mind about the situation and giving you peace”. Not sure if it applies but figured I’d throw it out there.
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Happy 24 weeks!!!! Time flies!
I love the blog makeover. I wish visualluxe was still open for business…*grumble grumble*
I’m glad you finally posted this recipe! I’ve been waiting for it!!!
And with your mom, girl. Family is the most difficult thing to deal with. Deal with it in a way that works for YOU.
Love the dress! And Izzy’s pose next to you is so cute!
Wow, i love the new site, i was going to shoot you an email asking you to redo my site to make it “cleaner” and “simpler” for me. I’ll shoot it over soon.
HAPPY 24 wEEKS!!
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Happy 24 weeks! You, and your blog, are both looking fabulous. I totally understand about difficult mothers. I just got off the phone with mine where she constantly threw backhanded complaints at me which was just lovely. Write what you feel, hopefully we can help.
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OMG my SIL made that banana. Pudding before and it is the. Eat i’ve eaten. I’ve been wanting to make it but those cookies need to go on sale first!!
24 weeks you are getting there. I know all about the mom issues. I’m on Skype if you want to talk… We’ll three way in Krissy!!!!
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So, glad that you come back posting again. For sure it is hard writing again since you are pregnant. As a I know a pregnant woman is not allowed to stay facing always in the computer because it can give a negative effect on the formation of the baby during the nine months. In fact, my friend who is pregnant stop working and just seldom facing in front of the computers.
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Welcome back! Love the redesign and congrats on reaching viability!
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Awww!!! You look soooo cute!! Have not been here for a while, sorry!! Life…. But now baby!! Congratulations lady! I will stop through more often. And little mama is too cute!!!
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Hi, How are you know? Your post is so nice and I enjoyed your pregnancy update. You are quite busy and seems enjoying your life now. I hope I can see more posts from you.
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Your little princess is so cute. It seems your labor day is near approaching so good luck girl and I am interested to get more update from you.
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I am a new
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I am a new follower, and I am loving how creative you are! I think the chair/wall combo is my absolute favorite.
Still looking around your site – I hope you’ll be posting more of your finished projects!