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If you can donate, pray or have any ideas how to raise money please help! My BFF/sister and family feel called to adopt and have found the child they'd like to adopt. Lorraine has talked about adopting with me since she was 16-17 years old and now they feel like the time has come. Please help with whatever you can. Thank you.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013
Hunting for houses
House hunting this weekend went pretty smooth. Titus didn't hate the car rides as much as normal and we found 2 house that could work.
The first house was on 25 acres of land, with a pond, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, small kitchen, small living room and huge master. For such a small house the price was a little high. We were hoping the next place close to Albany would be better. We stopped off at my moms. Let Titus take a little nap and we were off again.
The second place wasn't awful on the outside but not beautiful. Just a normal town house. Living room was huge, okay kitchen, basement, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath and shared back yard. It was doable. Lots of space and Justin and I filled out an application right away. Big concern was the stairs. We have gates but in my head I'm not sure how they'll go up and stay up. But it's on our list of top houses.
As we headed back into Middleburgh we went and checked out another place. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths? Maybe 1 (I can't remember haha), nice kitchen, living room was ok and old old basement (kinda scary). Cons- the yard, it just drops off into the forest. It looked scary and I don't want Titus dropping into the forest like that. Ceilings in bedrooms were super low to where I know Justin would go to the bathroom in the middle of the night get wacked by the fan and we'd be making an ER trip. It wasn't a favorite. (This house I didn't get a picture of. It was super dark)
That night Justin and I both couldn't sleep well. He stressed about how to organize the moving truck and how many trips he'd make. I kept thinking maybe the house we really like isn't going to work. Maybe it's too expensive and can we afford it? Will we be saving any money living there? I worried about the stairs and where I'd put stuff and etc. I try and decorate in my head and it drives me insane.
The next morning I ask Justin if he's really sure we can afford the house and he says he'll crunch numbers again. He tells me why he couldn't sleep and I tell him we'll figure it out but let's see the other place that's showing today.
We both didn't know what to expect. It's considered a mobile home park but they are more like manufactured homes. We've seen a lot of ghetto mobile home parks. We didn't have high hopes but it was in a really nice area. My mom has told me a few times how nice Clifton Park is. I hoped for the best. We drive in and I notice everyone has decent cars. It doesn't look ghetto. The only thing is the homes are a little close but not too bad. We walk in and were greeted by Bob. Wow it's really nice inside. Living room is an okay size, kitchen modern and really nice, 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms. Rooms are a little smaller than the town house and we won't have as much storage but we both really liked it. Justin doesn't even ask me if we should fill out an application just tells the guy, "yep lets do this. We'd like an application." We really like it and are hoping it works out. It's brand new and hasn't been lived in. It's our number one choice. A lot of other people applied so there's a chance we won't get it. But we were the only ones without pets. He said that would bump us up the list. Lets hope it does! Everyone say little prayers for us. We really want it.
The first house was on 25 acres of land, with a pond, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, small kitchen, small living room and huge master. For such a small house the price was a little high. We were hoping the next place close to Albany would be better. We stopped off at my moms. Let Titus take a little nap and we were off again.
The second place wasn't awful on the outside but not beautiful. Just a normal town house. Living room was huge, okay kitchen, basement, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath and shared back yard. It was doable. Lots of space and Justin and I filled out an application right away. Big concern was the stairs. We have gates but in my head I'm not sure how they'll go up and stay up. But it's on our list of top houses.
As we headed back into Middleburgh we went and checked out another place. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths? Maybe 1 (I can't remember haha), nice kitchen, living room was ok and old old basement (kinda scary). Cons- the yard, it just drops off into the forest. It looked scary and I don't want Titus dropping into the forest like that. Ceilings in bedrooms were super low to where I know Justin would go to the bathroom in the middle of the night get wacked by the fan and we'd be making an ER trip. It wasn't a favorite. (This house I didn't get a picture of. It was super dark)
That night Justin and I both couldn't sleep well. He stressed about how to organize the moving truck and how many trips he'd make. I kept thinking maybe the house we really like isn't going to work. Maybe it's too expensive and can we afford it? Will we be saving any money living there? I worried about the stairs and where I'd put stuff and etc. I try and decorate in my head and it drives me insane.
The next morning I ask Justin if he's really sure we can afford the house and he says he'll crunch numbers again. He tells me why he couldn't sleep and I tell him we'll figure it out but let's see the other place that's showing today.
We both didn't know what to expect. It's considered a mobile home park but they are more like manufactured homes. We've seen a lot of ghetto mobile home parks. We didn't have high hopes but it was in a really nice area. My mom has told me a few times how nice Clifton Park is. I hoped for the best. We drive in and I notice everyone has decent cars. It doesn't look ghetto. The only thing is the homes are a little close but not too bad. We walk in and were greeted by Bob. Wow it's really nice inside. Living room is an okay size, kitchen modern and really nice, 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms. Rooms are a little smaller than the town house and we won't have as much storage but we both really liked it. Justin doesn't even ask me if we should fill out an application just tells the guy, "yep lets do this. We'd like an application." We really like it and are hoping it works out. It's brand new and hasn't been lived in. It's our number one choice. A lot of other people applied so there's a chance we won't get it. But we were the only ones without pets. He said that would bump us up the list. Lets hope it does! Everyone say little prayers for us. We really want it.
Friday, January 11, 2013
Come fill my glass up a little more...
It's been a month since I've updated on the Emerson family. We're doing fine. Titus is still teething. I think 3 teeth are trying to come out. He's been miserable at night. Teething has been a rough experience for all three of us. Justin and I hate seeing Titus in so much pain. We've tried cold stuff, chewing toys and medicine. It all works to a point but never lasts. Sad for my baby boy but during the day he's normally pretty happy.
Lately he's been very attached to me. I leave the room and he crawls like he's running a marathon to get to me. Lots of tears this past week. Justin and I are trying to be patient since we don't remember how bad teething is. But I always think if I was in pain would I want Justin to tell me "you're fine" and be all annoyed. No. I'd be kinda upset. We try and reach down for him when possible but sometimes it's stressful and hard. We're trying our best to constantly show Titus he's loved and we're here for him. Good thing teething doesn't last forever. :)
Titus is always learning something new. Tonight he picked up my hand to tell me he wanted to do high fives. Cute. He's a smart little boy. We're blessed daily that we have him in our lives. I know he's the best part of our days and each others.
Justin has been working from home and it's been awesome. Titus was so excited the first few weeks and he had a hard time napping during the day. Almost liked he'd miss something fun with daddy. It was pretty cute. Now he knows daddy is going to stay upstairs and will nap. We love having breakfast, lunch and dinner with him. Justin wasn't super busy at first. No one really knew what to do or have him do till he got his laptop. He had a few easy days and since he's had his laptop he's been pretty busy. Lots of conference calls and busy work. Justin seems to like it and says he loves seeing us more.
Me- I'm just doing the mommy thing. Taking care of Titus, Justin and then myself. I love being a mommy. It's a huge blessing but lots of work at times. I wouldn't trade it for anything though. I love being with my baby boy. I couldn't imagine taking him to a daycare. I think I'd cry all day long. I know most moms need to work but I didn't want that and I'm so lucky Justin supports my choice about staying home and has made it happen. Titus and I are so blessed. Being a mom is what I've wanted for years and so I soak it up. No, we won't have the nicest/newest stuff or toys but I'm okay with that. Being a mom is way better than a brand new car or Mac or whatever. ;)
Justin and I started dieting about a week ago. Justin is doing really well. I'm constantly starving but I also still nurse Titus so no wonder, right? Haha I've been working out on and off for a month and I've been trying to with the diet but today all I could think about is, I should have eaten before working out. It's been rough on me. We joined a biggest loser competition with my mom, Kurt and my moms friend. I'm hoping Justin or myself wins. I'm pretty excited about it and I want to lose 20-30 lbs. I know I can do it and I have more incentive. Money. Haha but my biggest incentive is Justin and I want to try this summer for baby number two. I want my body to be stronger and healthier for this baby. I need to be more of a beast for labor. Specially since I did Titus completely natural, I know I can do it again.
Besides that Justin and I are searching for places to live. We're still living with my mom which is fine but I'm sure she'd like her house back. We also have Lorraine and the boys coming soon, we need a place for all 6 of us to live. Hoping we find something this weekend. Fingers crossed and praying it happens.
Lately he's been very attached to me. I leave the room and he crawls like he's running a marathon to get to me. Lots of tears this past week. Justin and I are trying to be patient since we don't remember how bad teething is. But I always think if I was in pain would I want Justin to tell me "you're fine" and be all annoyed. No. I'd be kinda upset. We try and reach down for him when possible but sometimes it's stressful and hard. We're trying our best to constantly show Titus he's loved and we're here for him. Good thing teething doesn't last forever. :)
Titus is always learning something new. Tonight he picked up my hand to tell me he wanted to do high fives. Cute. He's a smart little boy. We're blessed daily that we have him in our lives. I know he's the best part of our days and each others.
Justin has been working from home and it's been awesome. Titus was so excited the first few weeks and he had a hard time napping during the day. Almost liked he'd miss something fun with daddy. It was pretty cute. Now he knows daddy is going to stay upstairs and will nap. We love having breakfast, lunch and dinner with him. Justin wasn't super busy at first. No one really knew what to do or have him do till he got his laptop. He had a few easy days and since he's had his laptop he's been pretty busy. Lots of conference calls and busy work. Justin seems to like it and says he loves seeing us more.
Me- I'm just doing the mommy thing. Taking care of Titus, Justin and then myself. I love being a mommy. It's a huge blessing but lots of work at times. I wouldn't trade it for anything though. I love being with my baby boy. I couldn't imagine taking him to a daycare. I think I'd cry all day long. I know most moms need to work but I didn't want that and I'm so lucky Justin supports my choice about staying home and has made it happen. Titus and I are so blessed. Being a mom is what I've wanted for years and so I soak it up. No, we won't have the nicest/newest stuff or toys but I'm okay with that. Being a mom is way better than a brand new car or Mac or whatever. ;)
Justin and I started dieting about a week ago. Justin is doing really well. I'm constantly starving but I also still nurse Titus so no wonder, right? Haha I've been working out on and off for a month and I've been trying to with the diet but today all I could think about is, I should have eaten before working out. It's been rough on me. We joined a biggest loser competition with my mom, Kurt and my moms friend. I'm hoping Justin or myself wins. I'm pretty excited about it and I want to lose 20-30 lbs. I know I can do it and I have more incentive. Money. Haha but my biggest incentive is Justin and I want to try this summer for baby number two. I want my body to be stronger and healthier for this baby. I need to be more of a beast for labor. Specially since I did Titus completely natural, I know I can do it again.
Besides that Justin and I are searching for places to live. We're still living with my mom which is fine but I'm sure she'd like her house back. We also have Lorraine and the boys coming soon, we need a place for all 6 of us to live. Hoping we find something this weekend. Fingers crossed and praying it happens.
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