Boots & Beds

Yesterday was a big day at our house. I rearrange our sleeping situation so that our mattress is now on the floor and Luke's is right next to ours. I have to thank my friend Keri for that. I was at her house and saw her arrangement. I am hoping this helps create a little more Independence between Luke and myself. Although, I think if he went cold turkey needing me during the night I would cry. Last night he didn't disappoint. He cuddled all night, but we had more room, which I know had to be nice for John and kept me from having nightmares of Luke falling out of the bed.

Yesterday also brought a huge surprise from John. I have been coveting these 70's retro UGG cowboy boots for more than a year. I saw them a Binks in downtown Franklin two summers ago, and they brought me back to the days of Olivia Newton John. They were so cool, but they were also so expensive. I have an issue with paying a lot of money for clothing items. Add that to the fact that I am not a big shopper, and you have someone who only buys stuff at Target when she desperately needs something to wear.

But, I actually considered purchasing these boots. They went on sale in the Fall, they were still really high, but I thought, "Hey. I'm worth it." Unfortunately, as these things often go, they did not have my size. I chalked it up to savings that I probably needed and forgot about the boots.

Then yesterday when I got home, John said he had a surprise for me. He pulled out a bag and inside was an UGG box. I knew immediately what it had to be. I opened the box and inside were two perfectly brand new UGG 70's retro cowboy boots in a perfect size 9. I couldn't believe my eyes. I put those suckers on, and I have to tell you that they fit like a glove.

He told me that he had been searching for them since I saw them in the store. They don't make the style any more, but he was able to find them on eBay. He had hoped to have them for me as a gift when Luke was born. It may sound silly, but these shoes from that man at that moment are the most romantic thing he has ever done. It meant so much to me that he remembered, he searched for them, and that he knew how much I wanted them but would never spend the money on myself. I have them boots on as I write this.

So, I'm sleeping on the floor with my beautiful boots on.

Thanksgiving & Baptisim Weekend

This Thanksgiving weekend was a whirlwind of activity. We spent Thanksgiving Day with my family: Parents, my sister Jennifer, her husband Stephen, and their children: Ethan, Isabelle, and Elijah, and my sister Erin. Mom cooked, we ate, and played chardes with the kids. We are probably the only family where chardes can turn into a wild and crazy game. Luke managed to sleep through the entire thing, which was amazing considering the volume level.

Saturday night we spent with John's family: Parents, brother Michael, and sister Sarah who flew in from LA Thanksgivign night. Luke was really good, and everyone got to hold him and spend time with th enew edition to the family.

Sunday, we had Luke's Baptism. I don;t know what I was expecting, but I know I was not expecting to be so moved by the service. When Rev. Highes presented Luke to the congregation and referenced John and I as his parents, it seemed so amazing. It was our first public moment as our own little family, and it was really special. I don;t think there was a dry eye in the crowd. John's brother Michael and my sister Erin stood up with us as Godparents to Luke, even though the Presbyterians don't typically recognize the tradition.

Afterward, we went back to our house and had a really lovely gathering with both families. John's Aunt and Uncle came from Kentucky, and it was a really nice time. I am so glad we did it. Luke was perfect. Right on schedule, he slept through church, but he was awake and ready for the pictures and the party after.