A GREAT Tip

We don't go out to eat to often as a way to save some money. When we do I like restaruants like Fuddruckers where you don't have to leave a tip or Applebee's where we both eat with a tip for less than $20. But, every now and then Brian will talk me into going somewhere that doesn't fit my less than $20 budget. We headed down to BJ's. Oh how I love their Honey-Crisp Chicken Salad, I never get anything else:) As soon as we sat down and our waiter left Brian said, "I feel like we are supposed to give this guy a really good tip." I like to just leave the 15%. Since this is a restaruant that does not fit my "rule" as it is, I was thinking no way. However, I said if that is what you feel, then ok (still thinking about what else I could use that money for). We wait for our food. I get my salad but Brian need not get his meal. I exhibited self-control and waited to eat my salad until Brian got his. About 15 minutes later we asked where his meal was. It was on the floor in the kitchen. Well, he did get a new one for FREE. All of this and we could leave our waiter a really nice tip and still be under $20. God always has a way of showing me that HE is in control and not to worry about money because HE always provides for me what I need.


Nothing to do with my story, but he is cute so I will post it anyways!

Cirque du Soleil- Saltimbanco

Us before the show

Instead of going somewhere for our anniversary and having to leave Jackson overnight with someone, we just decided to go see a show. Cirque du Soleil was going to be at the Berry Center the week of our anniversary and you can't get much closer than the Berry Center to our house. Brian's parents also happened to be here so they watched Jackson for us while we went out to eat and to see Cirque du Soleil.
After about 5 minutes of the start of the show I turned to Brian and said I couldn't sit through 2 hours of this and wanted my money back. Well, that must have been some preshow fun because when the "real" show started I ate my words. It was beyond amazing. I was truly fascinated by what these people could do with their bodies and even a little scared for them at times. We had a great time and would go see it again for sure!

66% Savings

Brian is always finding us good deals at Lowes and Home Depot. I try to save us money on groceries, household and personal items by using coupons. I then try to wat to use the coupons until the items are on sale for an even better deal. Normally, I save between 35-45% at Kroger and once in a while I hit 50%. I was way more successful at Target today!

I bought fabric softner, body wash, 2 deodorants, gel tabs, 2 packs of razors, and Nesquik all for $11. It retails for $32.

I LOVE coupons and getting a great deal!

Enjoying Life

On Friday Stacy and Cadence hung out with Jackson and me. Stacy and I managed to go to Babies R US, Chick-fil-A, Sonic Happy Hour, and swimming with both of them without any meltdowns. I think we did WELL! Cadence and Jackson are so cute. Jackson will look at her and reach for her. Brian told him not to mess it up with the cute girl:)

It's hard to get them both to look at the camera. I think Cadence thinks Jackson is cute:)

Jackson seems to do something new each day. It is so fun to watch him grow and learn. He is rolling all over the place. He starts on one side of the room and ends up on the other. No more leaving him by himself anywhere. He also wants anything you have. He reaches for everything and then it goes to his mouth. He catches on to everything so fast. I don't even want to think about leaving him and going back to school.

Trying

Still Trying

Did It!

Geez Louise Give Me Some More Peas Please

I decided to give Jackson some food today. He has been more hungry lately eating 6oz every 3-4 hours, wanting some more, and even waking up earlier to eat. His doctor said I could go ahead and feed him some vegetables. I opted for peas mixed with some breastmilk (that I even made myself). The first bite he wasn't to sure about, but after that he couldn't get enough. He was so cute and excited to be eating "food". I was surprised he ate them so well the first time. Although, I am not sure why I was because Jackson has always been a GREAT eater. I am pretty sure he will be looking forward to dinner tomorrow! He went to bed easily after his last bottle. I am hopping his tummy is more satisfied and will sleep until 8:)

Here is the video of his first few bites of food.

July 23, 2005

Brian,

Thank you for holding my hand through this journey of life. I can't think of anyone else I would have rather shared the last four years with. I pray that it is still your hand I am holding when I have gray hair and wrinkles:) I love you with all that I am!

Aunt April Came to Visit

April (Brian's sister) flew in last Friday to meet Jackson. She was only able to stay until Monday, but we are so glad she got to come visit. Jackson will soon have another cousin. April is due in November is looking super cute pregnant. We can't wait to meet her at Christmas. We weren't able to do to much since we were moving in. April enjoyed playing with Jackson, enjoyed the sun, and laying in the pool. We were able to take her to the outlets (she wants to come back when she's not pregnant), get pedicures, and eat at Chuy's. Thanks for making the trip to see us. Come back soon!

Where April spent most of her time, in the pool ofcourse

Eating some Mexican food before heading home