Several months ago I read a post someone had written about a free search engine called Swag Bucks. The blogger said that all you have to do is sign up and then when you use Swag Bucks to do a search you may earn virtual money that can be spent on a variety of things from Amazon gift cards to Wiis. Being skeptical, I tucked this little piece of information away for possible future use instead of signing up immediately.
Well today I decided to go for it; I am now officially a Swaggernaut. Dorky, huh? As far as I can tell the site is genuine and with the amount of googling that I usually do, I may as well earn something from all of my searching. So goodbye Google, hello Swag Bucks! I'm thinking that saving up for some Amazon gift cards sounds really nice.
If you're interested in signing up for Swag Bucks, then use my refer a friend link here or click on the "Search and Win" banner on the right side of the screen.
Do any of you already use Swag Bucks? If so, let me know how it's working out for you.
Okay, I'm done with my little promotion. I've got some searching to do. :)
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Appointments and Blizzards
Well my grandfather ended up passing away on Sunday night. He hadn't been awake since Friday morning, so it was almost a relief when he finally let go. Unbeknownst to him he was soon to become a great-grandfather to not just one new baby, but two. Turns out one of my cousins is pregnant with a little boy and is due at the end of September.
In other news, Eric's appointment went well last week. He's now allowed to slowly start putting weight on his right leg. Hopefully he'll be free of crutches in the next week or two. We're supposed to go to a Rangers game on May 8th with our friends Brett and Allison. It sure would be miserable to have to hobble around the ballpark on crutches!
Yesterday I had a doctor's appointment. He said my weight gain looks great, even though it kind of freaks me out. I also learned that my stress, since it's not physical, has no effect on the baby. Thank goodness! Before Dr. F had me get on the exam table to measure my belly and listen to the heartbeat, he asked if I had been having any contractions. At 23 weeks? Uh, no. Then he had me get on the exam table and as he started to measure he stopped and told me to feel how hard my belly was. Apparently I was having a contraction right then and didn't even know it! He said it's not uncommon to start having contractions this early and I'd begin recognizing them more and more as my uterus gets larger.
Yesterday I also typed my official resignation letter. I really want to be home to raise my baby, but the thought of going from two incomes down to one scares me. Despite my fears, Eric is insistent that I stay home. I am so lucky to have a husband that wants the best for me and our baby! Now I can officially begin the countdown to not only the end of school year, but also the end of teaching--32 teaching days!!!
One more thing, for the next week Dairy Queen is having a deal where you buy one blizzard and get the second one for $0.25. This is not good for a pregnant girl!
In other news, Eric's appointment went well last week. He's now allowed to slowly start putting weight on his right leg. Hopefully he'll be free of crutches in the next week or two. We're supposed to go to a Rangers game on May 8th with our friends Brett and Allison. It sure would be miserable to have to hobble around the ballpark on crutches!
Yesterday I had a doctor's appointment. He said my weight gain looks great, even though it kind of freaks me out. I also learned that my stress, since it's not physical, has no effect on the baby. Thank goodness! Before Dr. F had me get on the exam table to measure my belly and listen to the heartbeat, he asked if I had been having any contractions. At 23 weeks? Uh, no. Then he had me get on the exam table and as he started to measure he stopped and told me to feel how hard my belly was. Apparently I was having a contraction right then and didn't even know it! He said it's not uncommon to start having contractions this early and I'd begin recognizing them more and more as my uterus gets larger.
Yesterday I also typed my official resignation letter. I really want to be home to raise my baby, but the thought of going from two incomes down to one scares me. Despite my fears, Eric is insistent that I stay home. I am so lucky to have a husband that wants the best for me and our baby! Now I can officially begin the countdown to not only the end of school year, but also the end of teaching--32 teaching days!!!
One more thing, for the next week Dairy Queen is having a deal where you buy one blizzard and get the second one for $0.25. This is not good for a pregnant girl!
Oh yeah, and thank you for the advice about the baby registry. We're working on getting one together and boy are there a bunch of baby products out there! If you think of any more suggestions, please let me know.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Why?
*Warning--Not a happy post.
Why is everything happening seemingly all at once? One of my aunts died unexpectedly in December after surgery complications. My maternal grandmother passed away in January, a day short of the one year anniversary of my maternal grandfather's death. Tragedy actually struck twice that day when we found out a longtime neighbor and family friend had also died. Then Eric found out he had the tumor in his femur and had to have immediate suregery to remove it. Thankfully, all of that turned out okay. Now I've just been told my paternal grandfather's kidneys are failing and it's only a short matter of time. Why?
This is supposed to be a time of happiness and joy for Eric and me, but instead we're spending our time at hospitals and funerals. I know that probably sounds really self-centered and I don't mean for it to sound that way; I am truly grieved by each one of the incidents. I worry about the baby. I know my stress easily passes to her and I have been stressed, really stressed. Please keep my family in your prayers. The best way I can look at this is that our baby girl will be a blessing among all of these tragedies.
Why is everything happening seemingly all at once? One of my aunts died unexpectedly in December after surgery complications. My maternal grandmother passed away in January, a day short of the one year anniversary of my maternal grandfather's death. Tragedy actually struck twice that day when we found out a longtime neighbor and family friend had also died. Then Eric found out he had the tumor in his femur and had to have immediate suregery to remove it. Thankfully, all of that turned out okay. Now I've just been told my paternal grandfather's kidneys are failing and it's only a short matter of time. Why?
This is supposed to be a time of happiness and joy for Eric and me, but instead we're spending our time at hospitals and funerals. I know that probably sounds really self-centered and I don't mean for it to sound that way; I am truly grieved by each one of the incidents. I worry about the baby. I know my stress easily passes to her and I have been stressed, really stressed. Please keep my family in your prayers. The best way I can look at this is that our baby girl will be a blessing among all of these tragedies.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Hodge Podge
- Thank you for sharing your opinions on the bedding sets. Hopefully Eric and I will make a definitive decision soon!
- A couple of you asked where I found the different bedding options...Most of the ones I posted can be found at multiple sites--babysupermall.com, Babies "R" Us, Pottery Barn Kids, and Target.
- I've decided that I'll probably never get around to a DC post. If you really want to see pictures of what we did, look at Eric's blog here, here, and here.
- Today is class picture day. I decided to wear the outfit that makes me the look the most pregnant. I don't want to look like I'm just chubby! :)
- Eric has his follow-up appointment this afternoon. We'll find out how his femur is healing and if he'll finally be able to put some weight on his right leg.
- Eric and I are going to start a baby regsitry soon and need advice from moms with experience. What are the products that you couldn't have done without? What was a waste of money? What did you wish you had? ALL advice will be greatly appreciated!
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Choices, Choices, Choices
*Update #2: I've changed the Tulip picture. The new one is much better.
*Update #1: I've included a poll on the right so you shy stalkers can share your opinion as well. :)
There are soooo many options out there for crib bedding and if you know me, I don't need hundreds of choices. I've spent HOURS looking at different designs and now I need YOUR help. Tell me which one of these you like best, or maybe you can even point me in the direction of a totally different bedding set. Keep in mind that we don't necessarily have intentions of buying all of the extras--diaper stackers, rugs, lamps, wall paper, wall hangings, etc--so try to focus on just the bedding. Without further ado, here are the selections:
*Update #1: I've included a poll on the right so you shy stalkers can share your opinion as well. :)
There are soooo many options out there for crib bedding and if you know me, I don't need hundreds of choices. I've spent HOURS looking at different designs and now I need YOUR help. Tell me which one of these you like best, or maybe you can even point me in the direction of a totally different bedding set. Keep in mind that we don't necessarily have intentions of buying all of the extras--diaper stackers, rugs, lamps, wall paper, wall hangings, etc--so try to focus on just the bedding. Without further ado, here are the selections:
Hannah-$
Jacana-$$
Love Bird-$$
Madison-$$
Mod Butterfly-$$
Penelope-$$
Tulip-$
Friday, April 9, 2010
Apathetic and Misbehaved
Those are the two adjectives I'd use to descirbe 95% of my students this year. It is scary to look at them and think that they are "our future." I don't know how much longer I can stand to be in the classroom environment since I don't find it enjoyable or fullfilling. There's so much more I'd like to say, but can't because this is a public blog. I guess I'll leave it at that.
Don't miss the MUCH happier post below.
Don't miss the MUCH happier post below.
The Results Are In
The pathologist called yesterday and said Eric's tumor was just what the surgeon suspected--a BENIGN giant cell tumor. Yay! Now we can just focus on his recovery. Thanks for the prayers, calls, cards, visits and food! We've been blessed with some fabulous friends and family.
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