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...not so nauseated..but I have my moments...
...ice water is my relief...

..now constantly sleeping with my amazing pregnancy pillow (katie coleman you are an angel!)...

...no cravings what so ever...I still have food aversions :(...

...my stomach has "popped" and I just shook my head in awe today, my belly is starting to form-

  so grateful to God...

...baby is the size of a lemon!...
...must have snaks on hand at all times, empty stomach=noooo good...

...God bless whoever invented full panel maternity pants!...

I know I sort of have a "smile-but-deer-in-the-headlights" look going on here...it was a long past couple of days..I was so tired!! :)

Caught off guard. Taken by surprise. Shocked.

These are all the things I felt when I discovered I was infact pregnant in early June...I usually like to make a long story longer :) But for privacy's sake I will make this one short....

After going through two losses last year, Chris and I decided to take a break from trying for another baby..for personal reasons we felt this was just the right decision. As bittersweet as it was to make that decision. To be so close to becoming parents and then it all going away...it was not the easiest-but we committed our plans to God. I surrendered...struggled a little..and then God took over. We had peace and knew the Lord was with us..

In the meantime I met with doctors, got a new eating plan (paleo diet), was put on certain suppliments and taken off certain other medications..my body was being encouraged to correct itself with the help of these things. I cannot begin to describe the transformation my body had made it was awesome...to go from 6 migraines a month to none was immeasurable and other things that started to fall in line which also affected fertility-the proof was in the pudding-or rather in the paleo :)

Now more than ever, I truly believe that God know's my own heart even better than I do. He see's those deep desires and my strong will and softens my spirit. He know's me like no other. His blessings and rebukes speak to exactly what I need. So on that afternoon of July 7th when I realized Chris and I were expecting-expecting a baby...pregnant......I was shocked. At this point we had not been trying for a baby but trying to naturally keep our plan a float...but it seemed God had other plans.

After early doctors appointments, first trimester screenings and ultrasounds...nervous moments and months of being really, really sick, hearing our baby's heartbeat and waiting a little... it's now time to share the wonderful news! Our little family is growing as we take in each breath. With ever beat my heart takes, my child is alive and well and I am so humbled and grateful. My heart is so happy

 A friend of ours told us, "God searched the whole world and knew that you were the perfect couple to raise this child for such a time as this." and you know what...more and more I believe that very statement. God is so faithful. He has such perfect plans and timing even beyond what we can comprehend. So....I'm just going to receive it! We are blessed beyond words...elated and excited. Thank you to those of you who have been praying for us for so long and continue to keep us lifted...we know prayer works and we feel them!! We love you all....and we are so, so grateful..Blessings!

Can't wait to meet our little love bug!

xo

Kris

Capturing certain or any life moments for that matter is something I love to do...I consider it more of a hobby right now than a profession just because well...I am still learning about photography.

I've been told I have an "eye" for it and I love to do it so...I have officially started dabbling in it..

For the latest sessions/postings or info please visit: my photography blog

many thanks and well wishes!

xo
Kris

Ahhhh spring....birds are singing, the sun is shining more and more, baseball is back aaaaand my allergies are raging, haha! In lieu of this new season here is a fun post of my spring faves for 2012! Enjoy! ;)

1. Toms: Toms are awesome for fair weather. It's not too hot yet, so I'm not quite ready for sandals so Toms are a great option..comfy, casual and cuter then ever!

how cute are these?! I especially love the lace ones....

2. ...speaking of lace.....now, I am not a particularly "girly" girl...and yet somehow lace has found its way into my lil heart..here are some really cute ways to wear it this spring:

these are just too cute...here is the link to get them! $17, cant beat that! click here :)

I'm pretty sure I can figure out a way to DIY this..but for now you can definitely find this on Etsy!

So cute right?! I would so rock this with jeans and flats or heels! Clike here to get it yourself for about $16!

3. Now I know spring is supposed to be all about pastels...but I am skipping straight to bold colors here! With turquoise being my favorite right now...

4. The maxi skirt....really girly, really sensible..and long :) I'm not one for daisy dukes or shorter-than-dad-would-have-allowed skirts...especially not when it's still a tad chilly out! haha...looking cold outweighs looking "cute", yea I said it. Here are some examples of how to rock the maxi skirt...yes even shorties like me (5'1) can do it right...just make sure your skirt isn't one you have to lift in order to walk haha...

....so easy...so chic...effortless beauty is IN girls!

5. Last but not least...as I want to keep this list simple is...well, simple makeup! Nothing ages you more than way too much makeup or bronzer...and with the warmer weather coming, we will be in no short supply of bronzer soon haha! I have nothing against bronzer per se...I just really love these looks for spring. Fresh, pretty faces are perfect...and lets face it; us ladies are busier than ever these days...simple and easy is always welcome, am I right?!

for me..this is more of a simple-night time look..still very pretty..and her head band ties it all in!

I adore Camilla Belle...her style is so easy and so pretty!

Well...that's all I have for you today lovelies....I can't wait to implement more of these into my spring looks....but above all, its all about being the best version of you...be comfortable in your own skin, be proud of every feature and be healthy! Confidence is the prettiest! Ciao loves!

xo

 

A helpful blog post for any married couple, from the "Love & Respect" blog.

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