Dear Daddy-to-be,

Can you believe it's been 8 months since I asked you "Do you want to start trying?"? It feels like yesterday! Seriously, I remember exactly where we were and your facial expression when you heard the question. Now-a-days I can't remember my own name, but I'll never forget your face! Time flies when you're having fun! 

I think this pregnancy has been awesome for our relationship. Not that things were ever bad, but with the could-be stress of a pregnancy things are going much better than I expected.

You have been such a support throughout these 8 months. I am actually looking forward to the support you'll provide me during the labor and birthing process. I wouldn't want anyone else by my side in the hospital.

On that note, I want to say Thank You:

Thank you for joining me on this adventure.
Thank you for supporting me along the way.
Thank you for listening.
Thank you for calming my nerves.
Thank you for having your own opinion.
Thank you for dealing with my mood swings, even though you say they aren't that bad, I kinda think you are lying to make me feel better. ;) 
Thank you for coming TO me when I cry (due to hormones) instead of "giving me space".
Thank you for agreeing to keep the name a secret.
Thank you for the many many massages.
Thank you for dealing with my awkward sleeping patterns and positions now.
Thank you for the food runs.
Thank you for tempting me with ice cream and congratulating me when I refuse.
Thank you for gaining more weight than me! (I don't really mean that - haha)
Thank you for not overreacting to my stretch marks like I did.
Thank you for your positive outlook on our future.
Thank you for attending the birthing classes and doctors appointments.
Thank you for planning a paternity leave.
Thank you for your prayers.
and of course, Thank you for being who you are! I think we make a great team! You are one of a kind and I wouldn't have it any other way!

High Heels!

I see red hearts everywhere!

I thought the world was celebrating my marriage when I walked into the grocery store today.  There were red heart balloons floating around, fresh beautiful flowers and love in the air!  Then I remembered it's Valentines Day.  After spending way too much money on a wedding, J and I are going to keep Valentines Day quiet this year and keep the honeymoon vibe alive. 

I did run across these CUTE printables yesterday.  If you haven't thought of anything for Valentines Day try some of the below items!

Valentines Coupons!

 

Via Love vs. Design

 

Hello Darling!

 

 

via Love vs. Design

 

 

St. Valentines Day for kids

 

I had to throw in a little Catholic activity for kids!  A Valentines Day countdown chain.  Or if you are blessed with many children, make this for Valentines day and have each kid tear off and read a bible verse.

 

via Catholic Icing

 'The Icing on your Catholic cake'

 

 

 

Visit my 'Be My Valentine' pinterest board for some other ideas.

 

Rachel's Pinterest Board

 

 

 

Ya know, I thought I missed the valentines cards and candies from school days, however my office has been handing out roses and candy all morning! 
But let us all remember what this day is really about....

via Catholic Memes Facebook

As Pope St. Gregory the Great said:
The proof of love is in the works.
Where love exists, it works great things.
But when it ceases to act, it ceases to exist.  

Do you love as much every day as you do on St. Valentines Day?  Do you love your neighbor as yourself today or is it just about your family and friends today?  Remember, GOD is love.

via Catholic.org

 St. Valentine, PRAY FOR US

High Heels!

Rest in Peace

Before the next Making Things Happen blog post,
a moment of silence for the best pit bull you never met. 

Chico pass away this weekend after being bit by a spider and spiraling into tissue damage throughout his body in two short days. 

He will be dearly missed....and because you didn't know him here are some facts about Chico:

• J rescued him when he was a puppy no one wanted because he had parvo
• He always had snot hanging from his nose, it wasn't an illness, it was a comical facial feature
• He loved escaping his fenced-in backyard, but he would only go as far as the front door
• He was tough on the outside but a love bug on the inside
• His only request was belly rubs, lots and lots of belly rubs
• He made J into a better man.  He showed him love and loyalty.  A role I, as his future wife, am now happy to assume.

 

*Kisses!!!*

 

 

Hug your puppy today! 
And check the bed for spiders!!