Kerri Mullis Events

So normally I don't do posts sponsoring businesses or products but today I received a package from my friend from elementary school whom I haven't seen since 5th- 6th grade so I thought I'd do a post about her business :).

She had posted recently that she had tons of shirts leftover that she was giving away for free so I had of course asked for one and today I received this :). She sent me not only the shirt but body wash, a baby outfit for little man #2, and a book. Anywho... on to talking about Kerri Mullis Events. 

Kerri Mullis Events (the name may be changed soon) is a small wedding and event planning business in North Carolina. Kerri, the founder, is a mom to 3 kids and currently runs the business herself. I have actually never used her business because I live too far away but if you go to her website here, you can find more information on her prices, what events she plans, pictures from other events, etc. You can also check out her facebook page here. She's an amazing person and really talented at what she does so please check her out and let her know I sent you! 


Have a great day :)

32 weeks

How far along? 32 weeks and 5 days

Weight gain/loss: 167lbs, 4 more pounds before I hit my pre-pregnancy weight.

Feeling: tired, sore... these Braxton Hicks contractions are getting to me.

Maternity clothes? I officially own not only a pair of maternity shorts but 2 pairs of jeans now.
Sleep: Still sleeping the same.

Food cravings: Still the same.

Movement? A lot.
What I miss? being able to stand up without feeling like I weigh 5,000lbs

Best moment this week: seeing Tristan give my friend's girlfriend's baby kisses.

What I'm looking forward to: October

Next Appointment: August 27th

28 weeks

How far along? 28weeks

Weight gain/loss: 165lbs. gained 15 of the 20lbs I lost back now.

Feeling: Still the same except feeling overheated since it's so hot out. Thank God for pools!

Maternity clothes? I have a pair of maternity shorts I wear but other than that I've still been avoiding maternity clothes.

Sleep: Still sleeping the same.

Food cravings: Still the same.

Movement? Tons... though thankfully nothing like Tristan... that boy could hurt.

What I miss? Cold weather haha

Best moment this week: Walking last night to return pop bottles :).

What I'm looking forward to: Fair next week :).

Next Appointment: July 30th. The every 2 weeks appointments have begun :).

2 and a half years old!! Where'd the time go??

So June 30th marked another milestone in Tristan's life... he turned 2 and a half! I'm just sitting here thinking "already??" Where'd the time go? It feels like just yesterday he was just born weighing 8lbs 14oz and now he's a toddler. Here are a few updates on things in the world of Tristan:


Height/ Weight: 3ft tall (haven't re-checked him though so not sure if he has gotten taller) and 32lbs.


Clothing/ Shoe size: 4t tops and bottoms except shorts which are still 3t (pants wise his legs are too long for 3t and a little too short for 4t haha) and size 7.5-8 shoes


Interests:

• pretty much the same as before 
• blowing bubbles
• pretending to be a dog (he's actually barking at the door right now with the dogs...)
• the pool
• going for walks
• figuring out how to do new things on his own
• cleaning
• dancing
• slides
• swings

Potty Training: it's still going. It's still touch and go right now but I think there's just a lot of stress in his life that is making it hard. He lets me know when he's pooping or when he already has pooped or peed (though he uses the word poop for both) and still sits on the potty even though if he has to poop he'll sit on the potty for 15min, get up with no poop there, get pants and all back on, and then he poops so I have no clue what to do there. He's basically night time potty trained  though but I stopped giving him drinks a hour before bed last year so it helped. 

Wordless Wednesday: 4th of July flashback

Can't believe this was a year ago today :)

Mommy fears...

So lately I have been beyond stressed trying to figure things out for myself, Tristan, and baby #2 (Still no name chosen yet). We live with a friend right now because I have no job or income (we have state assistance for food and medical) to get my own place. I wanted to try and get a job but with Arthritis, black outs, and headaches that occur about 90% of the day... it's very difficult and I know that they would end up firing me. I'm considering applying for disability for my arthritis but I feel so unsure about it. I want to have a place before this baby comes because we can't stay here after the baby comes and it is too stressful living here. Chris barely helps except with diapers and wipes twice a month and barely sees Tristan. I am working on filing for child support as well. 


I'm just not sure what to do anymore and I'm worried. I have almost no friends nearby except the one I live with and we both make each other irritated and upset a lot and I never can get away. Sorry about the rambling, this is honestly the only place where I can pour everything out. 


On a happy note, look at this cutie:

24 weeks

So it has been... awhile. I think almost 2 months but my insurance was accidently shut off and that caused many postponed appointments. So here it is... I'm 24 weeks now. I'm starting to feel more and more pregnant each day. Also I've been having head pain, lightheadness, and almost blacking out. Doctor says the head pain sounds like Tension Headaches so too much stress... wonderful *Note the intense sarcasm*. There's been a lot going on. I live with my best friend and her family, Tristan's talking more, he also has tantrums from hell at times, plus I've had to deal with stress from Chris. Raising a 2yr old while pregnant on your own is not easy, esp. when all the dad does to help is give diaper/ wipes money every 2 weeks (working on child support). Hopefully things get better soon.

How far along? 24 weeks

Weight gain/loss: 160lbs. gained 10 of the 20 I had lost back. Now my doctor can leave me alone and stop trying to get me to drink those Ensure drinks hahaha.

Feeling: Pregnancy wise I'm feeling good aside from some moments of nausea but no puking so that's a plus.

Maternity clothes? Nope :) I feel so lucky this time.

Sleep: Still sleeping the same.

Food cravings: I have random cravings but that's it.

Movement? There was barely any movement except at night until my best friend, her sister, and her sister's boyfriend felt him kick. Now the kid doesn't stop haha. *Another side note: 16yr old boys react to baby kicks hilariously. That boy had the most freaked out look on his face, I can only imagine when he has kids.

What I miss? Drinking as much coffee as I want... haha

Best moment this week: There have been a few funny moments so far this week (it's only Tuesday you know) but none of them any of you would understand because they involve way too much back story.

What I'm looking forward to: Only thing I'm looking forward to is PieCon this year... yes I'm a geek. Tristan's grandpa (on his dad's side) throws it every July and even though Chris and I are not together, I've been told I am invited still. Tristan has a special shirt and everything :).

Next Appointment: July 17th. I believe that's my last once a month appointment and then I will start going every 2 weeks.


They said I'm moving along great and his heartbeat is great. I have to have another sugar test in a month they said because my family has a history of diabetes. I'll try and do another post soon but right now, I have a toddler getting into trouble *sigh*. Oh I want to change my blog name since I will no longer have just a little monkey boy. My mom I believe is doing lions for this one (I wanted the Lion King crib set so bad and she knew) so Jungle themed is looking like the theme but I need a new name. What do you all think?