Sunday, November 20, 2011
Dear Baby Bird Townes Blaine
Saturday, January 22, 2011
GypsySun Sisters Pic for Press
Friday, January 21, 2011
Full Moon and Counting Down without you!
January 20th, 2010
Let see... this week Bart made it back from Steamboat, Denver, El Paso, and Snyder with out an emergency trip home for Baby bird and boy were we relieved. 8:15 Monday morning we see Doc and she says I am almost a 2 and very close to being completely effaced. Now Bart looks at her and says can I go back on the road this week? Well, how can that really be answered? IT CANT. Dr. Nash says if she stays down (no pressure) then I think she can make it through Sunday, but can't really say after that. So what seemed like a second later, it was Wednesday and they left again for gigs in Kansas. I would love to sit here and write about how easy it was and how I am used to it, but unfortunately I didn't feel that way. I was sad. Ok really sad. Its like the second they left all I was doing was worrying how it would be my luck for Baby Bird to come as soon as they get to Kansas in the 10" of snow. And what happens a few hours after they leave, a new pain arrives. Im standing (i know supposed to be sitting) in the kitchen and I feel this very sharp pain somewhere near by upper thigh and man did it hurt. I could no longer stand. I was sharp so I figured it wasn't labor but something new I have never felt which is always scary/exciting when so close to the arrival of baby bird. Needless to say, I had a long night last night stayed up most of the night feeling uncomfortable waiting to talk to Bart again and ask him why this couldn't have happened one night before, read a book, made GypsySun notes, made myself a to do list im not allowed to do, finally crashed around 4:30am. I just needed that extra reassurance that if this was the beginning of labor I was fine and he could make it back. I obviously survived and Beverly made it down today to keep me down and keep me company.(and she was secretly dying to get back to Austin where you can get Veggies burgers and sweet potato fries :)) We are for sure on the count down and I pray every night that Bart has safe great shows, but hurries home to share the special time with us. I don't want him to miss a moment and I honestly don't want to do it without him. Truth. Im usually super independent and want to do things my way and on my own, but this well this is different and I 100% want him to be here. Extra prayers for him tonight for safe travels and to make it swiftly home- At the moment Bart is in Manhattan, KS on stage and in 10" of snow. But shortly before I got the above messages from afar :) Reminds me even when it is trying it is so worth it. Even to be loved from afar, the fact that your are loved.
"And ever has it been known that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation. "Khalil Gibran
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| Another one Zach took at the house. |
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"And ever has it been known that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation. "Khalil Gibran
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Old posts from my original Blog I created for Baby Bird... BABY CROWD
I originally started a blog in Baby Crowd the more I learned about blogging the more I learned that particular set up was too confined, so these are old blogs from there- just wanted them all in one place. This isnt all of them, but a few of the main ones by date and who wrote them. Not sure why they are unlined- having trouble taking that off?~
JULY 13th -ME
Will Baby Crow be a Aquarius or a Pisces
Hmmmm Naturally as I am an Aquarius my initial vote was of course Aquarius, but the more I read hmmmm... maybe right on the verge of both could be interesting. Plus, there is an on going debate rather Feb 19 (our actaully due date) is Aquarius, Pisces, or as one recent write up I read said ................ BOTH
I do dig the fact that if you google baby Pisces you get a lil baby mermaid.. see pic attached!
--------------------------AQUARIUS
is eccentricity and radical individuality seeking freedom of the soul and communication with the group mind.
The house where your Aquarius rules is where you will be challenged to seek new knowledge in order to break down old ideas. Here you are very much ahead of your time.
-------------------------- PISCES
is mystical dreaminess, warmth, and healing compassion seeking self-transcendence.
The house where your Pisces rules is where you will be challenged to discern between illumination and illusion. Here is a doorway, either to higher spiritual knowledge or to escape through day-dreaming or self-indulgence. It's difficult to learn to trust and follow your intuition, and you will feel as if you are acting blindly.
A lil more fun reading...
--------------------------------------Pisces – Heavenly Water Baby
Heaven has blessed you with one of its most special little Angels. These are the Water Babies of the Cosmos, so emotional, sensitive and intuitive. Of all the Water signs, these are the ones that, just like their symbols the Fish, swim in water all their lives. These are feeling, emotional Angels, who feel and sense everything at such a deep level.
They are highly intuitive little Angels and very, very perspective, to the point of being psychic, for these little Angels were born with the gift of Second Sight and a Sixth Sense.
These are the dreamers of the zodiac, with vivid and rich imaginations. Don’t ever try and make this little Water Baby come down to earth, or toughen up. These are heaven’s little Angels, here to bring colour and fantasy into the world. They will grow up to be very caring people and whether they take their creativity and imagination in to the world of the Arts, Entertainment or the Caring, Helping or Counselling fields, they’ll enrich anyone who is lucky enough to come into their life.
They are so loving, soft, cuddly and affectionate, that you’ll be drawn to this hypnotic little Angel. These are gentle souls and at times they seem too fragile for this world and that this ‘dog eat dog’ world is too harsh for these caring Angels. But what a bleak and colourless world we would be without them.
They will have to learn not to take on too much of other peoples cares and burdens, which they’ll do willingly, until the burden gets too much and it gets on top of them. These little Angels love beauty, peace and the ethereal things in life.
Let them explore their imagination and encourage them in any of the arts or creative fields. Don’t push this little Angel, or they’ll feel that it’s what you want and these are People Pleasers. They’ll end up doing things they don’t want to do, if they think it will make you happy. Your job in parenting this special little Angel, is to let them find their own feet and to follow their own dreams. You won’t have to push this little Angel, just clear a path in front of them, to be all that they can be.
These are sensitive souls, so avoid harsh discipline. You may have to stand on your head and scream to get the attention of your other Cosmic Angels, but this little soul will only need the quietest of requests. This is a gentle soul, easily crushed. The greatest fear your Cosmic Water Baby will have, is that at some point, they might let you down. There’ll be no punishment you can ever deliver, that could be greater than the self beating they can give themselves.
They love to escape from reality, so lots of fairy tales, fantasy and make believe should be incorporated into their play. They’ll want you to tell them stories, not about real things, but about make believe and happy ever afters.
Piscean energy is very old and ancient, even primordial, so they will have a love of the past, of their own ancestry and of history. They’ll love to swim and play with water and will be happiest of all when swimming free, so teach your Cosmic Water Baby to swim from an early age.
Raising a Piscean Angel is easy, for at the end of the day, all they really want is to be loved and they are so very, very easy to love. They’re sentimental and romantic, so expect many ‘sloppy’ cards, pictures and letters made just for you. Expect to see ‘I love you Mummy’ and ‘I love you Daddy’ over birthday cards, as they pour out those loving feelings they have.
As they get older, they’ll have to learn to adapt their often rosy eyed view of life, to the real world, but so long as they are loved and secure in themselves, that won’t be a problem. Love them, let them know how utterly special they are and foster a strong sense of self worth.
Tell your little Cosmic Water Baby every day, in words, hugs and kisses, how much you love them.
--------------------------Aquarius – Heaven’s Borrowed Angels
Heaven has leant you a little Angel here, but they are never really yours to keep. These little Angels belong to us all and right from the start, this little Angel still has one eye up in heaven and one eye down below.
Aquarius is the last of the Air signs and a very ideas and thoughts orientated sign, yet despite the reputation that Aquarians are emotionally detached and uncaring, they care too deeply. Where most of us are selective in who we care for and what we care about, this little Angel cares about it all. They’re just as likely to get upset about Third World hunger, as they are to their own needs. Their caring is too big for one person or one situation, for this is a very humanitarian sign.
This little Angel came down with a purpose and for the whole of this life time, they’ll be riding on the cutting edge of life, seeing further than their cosmic mates. These are the future scientists, discoverers and inventors of the world, looking beyond what is, to what can be. They are ideas people and altruistic.
You’ve got a little conversationalist and environmentalist in the making, for they care about the planet. While most of us care about our own lives, these little Angels care about the planet and everyone in it. These Angels care more than you know, about everything.
It is their ability to detach from their own sentiment and emotions that enables them to see the big picture in life.
Foster this caring for life from the very beginning and feed this little Angel with as much information about their world as possible, as they are global citizens. These are sociable little souls, so they’ll want to be around others that share their stage in life. As a baby, they’ll want to be around other babies and as they grow and move onto play school, kindy and then school, they’ll naturally gravitate to the kids that share the same interests as them.
These are no loners, they need to be part of something, to thrive. These little Angels will need to find a sense of belonging, to find their clique and social network. Throughout life they will have a sense of purpose and a homing beacon that helps them gravitate towards other little Cosmic Angels who are on the same journey.
You often find Aquarians in humanitarian causes, in Government or making a difference in the world. The most famous Aquarian, who really epitomises this Aquarian energy, is Oprah Winfrey. Networking, caring about causes greater than them, joining together with others, for a common cause, will always be greater than personal issues.
These little souls need experiences and it’s usually their own experiences in life that inspire them to help others. When your little Angel loses a first tooth or falls and cuts themselves, you’ll see a brave and stoic little soul, but just watch them when a friend goes through a similar situation and they’ll be there, helping them through it, telling them how they felt and what helped and what worked. It’s as though whatever they go through, is so that they’re able to help others. They’re able to raise then, above their own circumstances.
You really do have a little Angel on loan from Heaven here, born with very high ideals and a sense of purpose that might see them strive too hard to rise, too much at times, above things. Love them while you’ve got them, knowing that this little soul will touch many people’s lives. These little souls were born to be shared with all of us.
You’ve got an original, radical ‘free thinker’ here, rebelling against the status quo and always striving for the ideal. Don’t even think of trying to impose your own beliefs on this little soul, they’ve got to find their own.
JULY 16
Man oh Man- BART
Well today we got to see the baby again, now @ 9wks & it is amazing how much he/she has grown...**sidenote, I suppose "he/she" is better than "it", Im not sure, but something tells me if Brooke were awake, I'd be "persuaded" to use he/she...Anyway, tonight we went to our 1st excepting parents class & the whole time I just kept drifting off into la-la land (where i spend most my time!!) & staring @ Brooke in about 98% disbelief that we are really getting to do this...It doesn't seem real yet, because it's always just been us for the past 7 1/2 yrs, but its so amazing & awesome that Im afraid Im going to wake up from a pretty awesome dream!! But, anyway, the class was very informative & we learned that the kido does most of the growing in the first 12 weeks, & the rest he/she's just hanging out, trying to not be bored!! ha! The nurse did say that after 12 weeks, I think she said 12, the child can hear music, voices, & may even respond to certain touches, so we're both EXTREMELY excited & can't wait to put headphones on Brookes belly!!! Well, I know that I am & I'm going to move our record player beside our bed so mom & kido can sit & listen to the good stuff, we don't want the little bundle coming out & all they've heard is elevator music, so they'll be ahead of the curve!!!
I'm pretty sure that I've gotten way off track, but if you were in my shoes, you'd be scattered brained as well!!! and I am sad because I have to fly to Amarillo tomorrow, only to be gone for 2 days, but I've deeply enjoyed my past 3 weeks w/my beautiful love & our little belly bambîno, that's why Im catching the 8am from Lubbock Sunday morning to get home as fast as I can...Ya know, before I get off here, I have to say that the Lord has blessed me far beyond anything I have ever dreamed of, in life, love, Salvation, music, love, love, & more love!!! I am the luckiest person that I know & here I sit, once again wondering why God loves me so much, as I type about a child that my best friend & I have made together w/ the deepest & purest love & it makes my heart radiate w/joy, all the while masking the fact that I am scared to death!!!!!!!!! I just want to do & be the best Christian Father & husband, & that is so much to live up to...Im 110% on board for the challange, I just don't want to disappoint....Thank you Lord for my gifts, now i shall say goodnight & kiss them both & go to sleep....~IBC
August 7, 2010
Week 12 Baby!!!- BART
So Brookie's 12 weeks this past Thursday, which means I get to tell all my friends now!!! And more importantly, it means we're past the most critical time for something to go wrong, which is frick'n awesome!!!!
The uncool thing is that my schedule is busier than every & getting even busier...I miss Brooke more than ever, I've noticed the last few run's that it gets harder to leave, I'm worried how bad it's going to suck when we're further along...But we'll get it figured out, we always do
It breaks my heart that she's suffering from such horrid nausea, but we're keeping our fingers crossed it's about to pass...She's also tired all the time & too stubborn to rest more, but maybe just maybe she'll give in!!! We go to the doctor again this week, so we'll know more this week!!!!
Having a blast though & I'm more in love w/Brooke than ever, how can I not???!!
August 25, 2010
COOL Aritcle I thought on Raising your babies IQ- ME
Six Easy Everyday Strategies to Raise Your Child's IQ
Read More of Dr. Laura's Parenting Tips
Many people believe that intelligence is static; either you're smart or you're not. But it turns out that intelligence is like a muscle: it can be developed with use. What's more, if you believe that's true, your brain has more potential!
Stanford researcher Carol Dweck ran an experiment with junior high schoolers. If they helped the kids to think they could develop their intelligence, would the kids' math grades improve?
In less than two hours over eight weeks, they taught the students concepts such as: "Your brain is like a muscle that can be developed with exercise; just as a baby gets smarter as it learns, so can you."
The results were astonishing: the brain-is-a-muscle students significantly outperformed their peers in a math assessment.
So a significant part of bettering your child's school performance is helping him believe in his ability to build mental muscle. Kids who "think they can" are perpetual learners -- they can learn what they need to in new situations and are always curious to learn more.
Here's how:
Teach your child that "Your brain is like a muscle that can be developed with exercise; just as a baby gets smarter as it learns, so can you."
Develop her skills in logic and articulation by talking with her every day about life, what you're doing, what she's doing.
Help her develop curiosity about the world by wondering aloud about things and then looking them up together online. "I wonder what makes the sky blue?" When she asks "Why?" she's doing her job. You don't have to know the answers, looking them up together models something you want her to feel comfortable doing.
Let your baby explore. Babyproof as necessary for safety, and then make your peace with having to put the pans back in the cupboard and the books back on the shelf for a few months. Studies show that saying no and slapping your baby's hand creates a child who "thinks inside the box," which, quite simply, lowers his IQ and ability to solve problems later in life.
Don't push your child to read or achieve academically before kindergarten age. Toddlers and preschoolers have other, more critical work to do, from building with blocks, to playing with rhythm and color, to learning how to get along with their peers. That is the foundation they need for later learning.
Inspire a love of reading. The most important way? Read to them, a half hour before bedtime, every night. Kids who read for pleasure do better in school at every level.
Dr. Laura Markham
Aha! Parenting.com
AUGUST 25, 2010-ME
This one is even cooler and great info!
Question:
ABOUT THE EXPERT
Gayle Peterson
Gayle Peterson, PhD, is a family therapist specializing in prenatal and family development. She is a clinical member of the Association... Read more
Your womb is already rich in sound -- the beating of your heart, the rhythmic swoosh of the placenta, even the gurgles of your stomach are music to your baby's ears.
The ear, already functional by the 16th week of pregnancy, is an incredibly sensual organ. Speaking, singing and touching your baby through the womb all provide ways to begin your relationship with your unborn child. Express your love. Your baby is listening (and learning too).
Consider these fun and easy ways to promote your bond with your unborn baby:
1. Talk to your baby Massaging your womb gently and talking softly to your unborn child is not new. Mothers have done it throughout time. Dads, too, can get acquainted with their baby prenatally, by talking through the waters, while gently massaging your belly with cream or oils.
Many mothers report feeling silly, at first, talking out loud to their babies in the womb. But, in private, you will easily overcome your initial embarrassment. Save time to talk to your baby, in the bath, or before you go to sleep. Make it a habit once or twice during the day to say something loving out loud. And why not ask your partner for a "good night" massage and verbal expressions of love and encouragement to your little one on the inside?
2. "Touch" your baby. Push gently on your baby and you will likely get a push back! While there is no need to prod and poke, do gently touch your baby through the womb. In the last month of pregnancy, you are likely to be able to see a heel which ripples across your abdomen. A father can also push gently, to find a foot or shoulder, and the baby pushes back, automatically responding to your touch. Feeling your baby respond to your touch, while in the womb, can be very thrilling, when it occurs!
3. Play music and sing to your baby. Music is thought to be pre-linguistic and contributes to your baby's foundation for language skills. Listening to music yourself, and singing tunes you enjoy can provide healthy stimulation for your child's development.
Your baby is learning to recognize the sounds of your voice and daddy's voice in the last month of pregnancy. When born, your baby will likely turn toward the sounds of your voices over others. Yes, indeed, your baby is listening to you already.
Sept 9, 2010- ME
Week 17... Baby Bump
Wow so much to catch up on at this point. Still been sick but getting better I think or atleast I feel pretty good as long as I take the Zofran. Man it is a life saver! I think Baby Bird must know that I booked a video shoot job because havent showed any at all really till I booked the shoot and I swear Baby Bird must want to make he/she present known cause suddenly a few days before the shoot my abs start really hurting like I did a major ab workout and there it is.... a Bump. I mean you waited 17 weeks, couldnt wait a few more days I suppose? Sounds like Baby Bird too has a plan all of his/her own. Now, how to hide it for the shoot... this is going to be interesting. I am sure it is not that big, but to me it feels huge after not having anything for so long. All of my clothes still fit, just feel different bulkier I supposed. Either way it was bound to happen eventually. I havent taken a picture yet but will try to get one up this week. Its really strange that even though I have been sick I can hardly believe that 4 months have already gone by. In fact, that scares me a bit. I feel like my schedule is booked up through Oct then with the holidays there is so little time. I think up till this point, though I knew I was pregnant, it has just felt like I am always sick BUT NOW with the lil bump and the fact that technically a baby can be born at 22 weeks which is only 5 weeks away.... this is becoming really real. I should stop rambling and sleep since every hour tomorrow is booked for something. Just wanted to share Baby Bird finally peeking out a bit.. well I think so.. ill post a pic to follow and you can see for yourself its for sure there now! Maybe since BB has room to go out now my back will stop hurting so bad. Wishful thinking :)
OCTOBER 24, 2010- BART
Baby Baby Baby
Man, it's all getting for real!!! Brooks belly is finally bigger than mine!! I mean seriously, so you know how it feels to look pregnant all the time??? So finally she's showing!!! Since we got the news we were getting to have a bambiño I've been waiting to have something tangible to give it credit, since this is all so crazy to Brooke & I. However, I don't think that she shares my enthusiasm for this, but what do ya do?? Two weeks ago we went & did our registry @ Babies R Us. It was a blast getting to look at all the different kid things, books, toys, bottles, diapers, etc, oh & a Spiderman costume, & Brooke & I caught each other kinda spacing out because of the reality of it all. Since we were kids, it's always been someone elses baby, family friends or whoever, but now it's ours!!! CRAZY! **sidenote, that was the 1st night that Brooke wore a maternity shirt & like when she rolled (no "heavy" pun intended) she looked so beautiful & I was a bout to say that's when it hit me, but thats about the 100th time...Unfortuantely, I don;t have a ton of things to write today, just because Brooke & I are coming off of that busiest 45 days we've each had, & that hasn't offered us a whole lot of time together. All I know is her belly's growing, the nausea is getting a little better, though when it hits it floors here ;-(, & we still haven't done not one thing to the nursery!!!!!!! grrrrrrr.....But, we will be home together from today through Friday, so we get to re-connect & I get to have my time to sit & stare @ Babybird& hopefully I'll have the "it's" song at midway point!!! Oh & we are going to the doctor in the morning, which is always fun for me because I ask about 50-60 questions per visit!!!!
Love y'all!!!! (&don't tell Brooke we're pregnant!)
DECEMBER 30,2010-ME
Our last Christmas as 2- well 3 including our Fala Rose
JULY 13th -ME
Will Baby Crow be a Aquarius or a Pisces
Hmmmm Naturally as I am an Aquarius my initial vote was of course Aquarius, but the more I read hmmmm... maybe right on the verge of both could be interesting. Plus, there is an on going debate rather Feb 19 (our actaully due date) is Aquarius, Pisces, or as one recent write up I read said ................ BOTH
I do dig the fact that if you google baby Pisces you get a lil baby mermaid.. see pic attached!
--------------------------AQUARIUS
is eccentricity and radical individuality seeking freedom of the soul and communication with the group mind.
The house where your Aquarius rules is where you will be challenged to seek new knowledge in order to break down old ideas. Here you are very much ahead of your time.
-------------------------- PISCES
is mystical dreaminess, warmth, and healing compassion seeking self-transcendence.
The house where your Pisces rules is where you will be challenged to discern between illumination and illusion. Here is a doorway, either to higher spiritual knowledge or to escape through day-dreaming or self-indulgence. It's difficult to learn to trust and follow your intuition, and you will feel as if you are acting blindly.
A lil more fun reading...
--------------------------------------Pisces – Heavenly Water Baby
Heaven has blessed you with one of its most special little Angels. These are the Water Babies of the Cosmos, so emotional, sensitive and intuitive. Of all the Water signs, these are the ones that, just like their symbols the Fish, swim in water all their lives. These are feeling, emotional Angels, who feel and sense everything at such a deep level.
They are highly intuitive little Angels and very, very perspective, to the point of being psychic, for these little Angels were born with the gift of Second Sight and a Sixth Sense.
These are the dreamers of the zodiac, with vivid and rich imaginations. Don’t ever try and make this little Water Baby come down to earth, or toughen up. These are heaven’s little Angels, here to bring colour and fantasy into the world. They will grow up to be very caring people and whether they take their creativity and imagination in to the world of the Arts, Entertainment or the Caring, Helping or Counselling fields, they’ll enrich anyone who is lucky enough to come into their life.
They are so loving, soft, cuddly and affectionate, that you’ll be drawn to this hypnotic little Angel. These are gentle souls and at times they seem too fragile for this world and that this ‘dog eat dog’ world is too harsh for these caring Angels. But what a bleak and colourless world we would be without them.
They will have to learn not to take on too much of other peoples cares and burdens, which they’ll do willingly, until the burden gets too much and it gets on top of them. These little Angels love beauty, peace and the ethereal things in life.
Let them explore their imagination and encourage them in any of the arts or creative fields. Don’t push this little Angel, or they’ll feel that it’s what you want and these are People Pleasers. They’ll end up doing things they don’t want to do, if they think it will make you happy. Your job in parenting this special little Angel, is to let them find their own feet and to follow their own dreams. You won’t have to push this little Angel, just clear a path in front of them, to be all that they can be.
These are sensitive souls, so avoid harsh discipline. You may have to stand on your head and scream to get the attention of your other Cosmic Angels, but this little soul will only need the quietest of requests. This is a gentle soul, easily crushed. The greatest fear your Cosmic Water Baby will have, is that at some point, they might let you down. There’ll be no punishment you can ever deliver, that could be greater than the self beating they can give themselves.
They love to escape from reality, so lots of fairy tales, fantasy and make believe should be incorporated into their play. They’ll want you to tell them stories, not about real things, but about make believe and happy ever afters.
Piscean energy is very old and ancient, even primordial, so they will have a love of the past, of their own ancestry and of history. They’ll love to swim and play with water and will be happiest of all when swimming free, so teach your Cosmic Water Baby to swim from an early age.
Raising a Piscean Angel is easy, for at the end of the day, all they really want is to be loved and they are so very, very easy to love. They’re sentimental and romantic, so expect many ‘sloppy’ cards, pictures and letters made just for you. Expect to see ‘I love you Mummy’ and ‘I love you Daddy’ over birthday cards, as they pour out those loving feelings they have.
As they get older, they’ll have to learn to adapt their often rosy eyed view of life, to the real world, but so long as they are loved and secure in themselves, that won’t be a problem. Love them, let them know how utterly special they are and foster a strong sense of self worth.
Tell your little Cosmic Water Baby every day, in words, hugs and kisses, how much you love them.
--------------------------Aquarius – Heaven’s Borrowed Angels
Heaven has leant you a little Angel here, but they are never really yours to keep. These little Angels belong to us all and right from the start, this little Angel still has one eye up in heaven and one eye down below.
Aquarius is the last of the Air signs and a very ideas and thoughts orientated sign, yet despite the reputation that Aquarians are emotionally detached and uncaring, they care too deeply. Where most of us are selective in who we care for and what we care about, this little Angel cares about it all. They’re just as likely to get upset about Third World hunger, as they are to their own needs. Their caring is too big for one person or one situation, for this is a very humanitarian sign.
This little Angel came down with a purpose and for the whole of this life time, they’ll be riding on the cutting edge of life, seeing further than their cosmic mates. These are the future scientists, discoverers and inventors of the world, looking beyond what is, to what can be. They are ideas people and altruistic.
You’ve got a little conversationalist and environmentalist in the making, for they care about the planet. While most of us care about our own lives, these little Angels care about the planet and everyone in it. These Angels care more than you know, about everything.
It is their ability to detach from their own sentiment and emotions that enables them to see the big picture in life.
Foster this caring for life from the very beginning and feed this little Angel with as much information about their world as possible, as they are global citizens. These are sociable little souls, so they’ll want to be around others that share their stage in life. As a baby, they’ll want to be around other babies and as they grow and move onto play school, kindy and then school, they’ll naturally gravitate to the kids that share the same interests as them.
These are no loners, they need to be part of something, to thrive. These little Angels will need to find a sense of belonging, to find their clique and social network. Throughout life they will have a sense of purpose and a homing beacon that helps them gravitate towards other little Cosmic Angels who are on the same journey.
You often find Aquarians in humanitarian causes, in Government or making a difference in the world. The most famous Aquarian, who really epitomises this Aquarian energy, is Oprah Winfrey. Networking, caring about causes greater than them, joining together with others, for a common cause, will always be greater than personal issues.
These little souls need experiences and it’s usually their own experiences in life that inspire them to help others. When your little Angel loses a first tooth or falls and cuts themselves, you’ll see a brave and stoic little soul, but just watch them when a friend goes through a similar situation and they’ll be there, helping them through it, telling them how they felt and what helped and what worked. It’s as though whatever they go through, is so that they’re able to help others. They’re able to raise then, above their own circumstances.
You really do have a little Angel on loan from Heaven here, born with very high ideals and a sense of purpose that might see them strive too hard to rise, too much at times, above things. Love them while you’ve got them, knowing that this little soul will touch many people’s lives. These little souls were born to be shared with all of us.
You’ve got an original, radical ‘free thinker’ here, rebelling against the status quo and always striving for the ideal. Don’t even think of trying to impose your own beliefs on this little soul, they’ve got to find their own.
JULY 16
Man oh Man- BART
Well today we got to see the baby again, now @ 9wks & it is amazing how much he/she has grown...**sidenote, I suppose "he/she" is better than "it", Im not sure, but something tells me if Brooke were awake, I'd be "persuaded" to use he/she...Anyway, tonight we went to our 1st excepting parents class & the whole time I just kept drifting off into la-la land (where i spend most my time!!) & staring @ Brooke in about 98% disbelief that we are really getting to do this...It doesn't seem real yet, because it's always just been us for the past 7 1/2 yrs, but its so amazing & awesome that Im afraid Im going to wake up from a pretty awesome dream!! But, anyway, the class was very informative & we learned that the kido does most of the growing in the first 12 weeks, & the rest he/she's just hanging out, trying to not be bored!! ha! The nurse did say that after 12 weeks, I think she said 12, the child can hear music, voices, & may even respond to certain touches, so we're both EXTREMELY excited & can't wait to put headphones on Brookes belly!!! Well, I know that I am & I'm going to move our record player beside our bed so mom & kido can sit & listen to the good stuff, we don't want the little bundle coming out & all they've heard is elevator music, so they'll be ahead of the curve!!!
I'm pretty sure that I've gotten way off track, but if you were in my shoes, you'd be scattered brained as well!!! and I am sad because I have to fly to Amarillo tomorrow, only to be gone for 2 days, but I've deeply enjoyed my past 3 weeks w/my beautiful love & our little belly bambîno, that's why Im catching the 8am from Lubbock Sunday morning to get home as fast as I can...Ya know, before I get off here, I have to say that the Lord has blessed me far beyond anything I have ever dreamed of, in life, love, Salvation, music, love, love, & more love!!! I am the luckiest person that I know & here I sit, once again wondering why God loves me so much, as I type about a child that my best friend & I have made together w/ the deepest & purest love & it makes my heart radiate w/joy, all the while masking the fact that I am scared to death!!!!!!!!! I just want to do & be the best Christian Father & husband, & that is so much to live up to...Im 110% on board for the challange, I just don't want to disappoint....Thank you Lord for my gifts, now i shall say goodnight & kiss them both & go to sleep....~IBC
August 7, 2010
Week 12 Baby!!!- BART
So Brookie's 12 weeks this past Thursday, which means I get to tell all my friends now!!! And more importantly, it means we're past the most critical time for something to go wrong, which is frick'n awesome!!!!
The uncool thing is that my schedule is busier than every & getting even busier...I miss Brooke more than ever, I've noticed the last few run's that it gets harder to leave, I'm worried how bad it's going to suck when we're further along...But we'll get it figured out, we always do
It breaks my heart that she's suffering from such horrid nausea, but we're keeping our fingers crossed it's about to pass...She's also tired all the time & too stubborn to rest more, but maybe just maybe she'll give in!!! We go to the doctor again this week, so we'll know more this week!!!!
Having a blast though & I'm more in love w/Brooke than ever, how can I not???!!
August 25, 2010
COOL Aritcle I thought on Raising your babies IQ- ME
Six Easy Everyday Strategies to Raise Your Child's IQ
Read More of Dr. Laura's Parenting Tips
Many people believe that intelligence is static; either you're smart or you're not. But it turns out that intelligence is like a muscle: it can be developed with use. What's more, if you believe that's true, your brain has more potential!
Stanford researcher Carol Dweck ran an experiment with junior high schoolers. If they helped the kids to think they could develop their intelligence, would the kids' math grades improve?
In less than two hours over eight weeks, they taught the students concepts such as: "Your brain is like a muscle that can be developed with exercise; just as a baby gets smarter as it learns, so can you."
The results were astonishing: the brain-is-a-muscle students significantly outperformed their peers in a math assessment.
So a significant part of bettering your child's school performance is helping him believe in his ability to build mental muscle. Kids who "think they can" are perpetual learners -- they can learn what they need to in new situations and are always curious to learn more.
Here's how:
Teach your child that "Your brain is like a muscle that can be developed with exercise; just as a baby gets smarter as it learns, so can you."
Develop her skills in logic and articulation by talking with her every day about life, what you're doing, what she's doing.
Help her develop curiosity about the world by wondering aloud about things and then looking them up together online. "I wonder what makes the sky blue?" When she asks "Why?" she's doing her job. You don't have to know the answers, looking them up together models something you want her to feel comfortable doing.
Let your baby explore. Babyproof as necessary for safety, and then make your peace with having to put the pans back in the cupboard and the books back on the shelf for a few months. Studies show that saying no and slapping your baby's hand creates a child who "thinks inside the box," which, quite simply, lowers his IQ and ability to solve problems later in life.
Don't push your child to read or achieve academically before kindergarten age. Toddlers and preschoolers have other, more critical work to do, from building with blocks, to playing with rhythm and color, to learning how to get along with their peers. That is the foundation they need for later learning.
Inspire a love of reading. The most important way? Read to them, a half hour before bedtime, every night. Kids who read for pleasure do better in school at every level.
Dr. Laura Markham
Aha! Parenting.com
AUGUST 25, 2010-ME
This one is even cooler and great info!
I am 17 weeks pregnant and my partner enjoys babbling to my growing belly. Is it possible to bond prenatally with your baby?
Question:
ABOUT THE EXPERT
Gayle Peterson
Gayle Peterson, PhD, is a family therapist specializing in prenatal and family development. She is a clinical member of the Association... Read more
Your womb is already rich in sound -- the beating of your heart, the rhythmic swoosh of the placenta, even the gurgles of your stomach are music to your baby's ears.
The ear, already functional by the 16th week of pregnancy, is an incredibly sensual organ. Speaking, singing and touching your baby through the womb all provide ways to begin your relationship with your unborn child. Express your love. Your baby is listening (and learning too).
Consider these fun and easy ways to promote your bond with your unborn baby:
1. Talk to your baby Massaging your womb gently and talking softly to your unborn child is not new. Mothers have done it throughout time. Dads, too, can get acquainted with their baby prenatally, by talking through the waters, while gently massaging your belly with cream or oils.
Many mothers report feeling silly, at first, talking out loud to their babies in the womb. But, in private, you will easily overcome your initial embarrassment. Save time to talk to your baby, in the bath, or before you go to sleep. Make it a habit once or twice during the day to say something loving out loud. And why not ask your partner for a "good night" massage and verbal expressions of love and encouragement to your little one on the inside?
2. "Touch" your baby. Push gently on your baby and you will likely get a push back! While there is no need to prod and poke, do gently touch your baby through the womb. In the last month of pregnancy, you are likely to be able to see a heel which ripples across your abdomen. A father can also push gently, to find a foot or shoulder, and the baby pushes back, automatically responding to your touch. Feeling your baby respond to your touch, while in the womb, can be very thrilling, when it occurs!
3. Play music and sing to your baby. Music is thought to be pre-linguistic and contributes to your baby's foundation for language skills. Listening to music yourself, and singing tunes you enjoy can provide healthy stimulation for your child's development.
Your baby is learning to recognize the sounds of your voice and daddy's voice in the last month of pregnancy. When born, your baby will likely turn toward the sounds of your voices over others. Yes, indeed, your baby is listening to you already.
Sept 9, 2010- ME
Week 17... Baby Bump
Wow so much to catch up on at this point. Still been sick but getting better I think or atleast I feel pretty good as long as I take the Zofran. Man it is a life saver! I think Baby Bird must know that I booked a video shoot job because havent showed any at all really till I booked the shoot and I swear Baby Bird must want to make he/she present known cause suddenly a few days before the shoot my abs start really hurting like I did a major ab workout and there it is.... a Bump. I mean you waited 17 weeks, couldnt wait a few more days I suppose? Sounds like Baby Bird too has a plan all of his/her own. Now, how to hide it for the shoot... this is going to be interesting. I am sure it is not that big, but to me it feels huge after not having anything for so long. All of my clothes still fit, just feel different bulkier I supposed. Either way it was bound to happen eventually. I havent taken a picture yet but will try to get one up this week. Its really strange that even though I have been sick I can hardly believe that 4 months have already gone by. In fact, that scares me a bit. I feel like my schedule is booked up through Oct then with the holidays there is so little time. I think up till this point, though I knew I was pregnant, it has just felt like I am always sick BUT NOW with the lil bump and the fact that technically a baby can be born at 22 weeks which is only 5 weeks away.... this is becoming really real. I should stop rambling and sleep since every hour tomorrow is booked for something. Just wanted to share Baby Bird finally peeking out a bit.. well I think so.. ill post a pic to follow and you can see for yourself its for sure there now! Maybe since BB has room to go out now my back will stop hurting so bad. Wishful thinking :)
OCTOBER 24, 2010- BART
Baby Baby Baby
Man, it's all getting for real!!! Brooks belly is finally bigger than mine!! I mean seriously, so you know how it feels to look pregnant all the time??? So finally she's showing!!! Since we got the news we were getting to have a bambiño I've been waiting to have something tangible to give it credit, since this is all so crazy to Brooke & I. However, I don't think that she shares my enthusiasm for this, but what do ya do?? Two weeks ago we went & did our registry @ Babies R Us. It was a blast getting to look at all the different kid things, books, toys, bottles, diapers, etc, oh & a Spiderman costume, & Brooke & I caught each other kinda spacing out because of the reality of it all. Since we were kids, it's always been someone elses baby, family friends or whoever, but now it's ours!!! CRAZY! **sidenote, that was the 1st night that Brooke wore a maternity shirt & like when she rolled (no "heavy" pun intended) she looked so beautiful & I was a bout to say that's when it hit me, but thats about the 100th time...Unfortuantely, I don;t have a ton of things to write today, just because Brooke & I are coming off of that busiest 45 days we've each had, & that hasn't offered us a whole lot of time together. All I know is her belly's growing, the nausea is getting a little better, though when it hits it floors here ;-(, & we still haven't done not one thing to the nursery!!!!!!! grrrrrrr.....But, we will be home together from today through Friday, so we get to re-connect & I get to have my time to sit & stare @ Babybird& hopefully I'll have the "it's" song at midway point!!! Oh & we are going to the doctor in the morning, which is always fun for me because I ask about 50-60 questions per visit!!!!
Love y'all!!!! (&don't tell Brooke we're pregnant!)
DECEMBER 30,2010-ME
Our last Christmas as 2- well 3 including our Fala Rose
Wow how time flies! I cant believe that Christmas is over and that in only 6 weeks (if that) Baby Bird will be here. It was wonderful, and we got WAY too much for ourselves and baby bird. So thankful for my parents and in laws...the week before Christmas Beverly came down for a few days helped me wash and organize all of baby birds stuff(and we/mostly she painted one of the walls in the nursery) then when she had to leave mom and dad came in and helped me finished everything I could do up to that point in the nursery. We moved Bart out of his closet and moved him into an amoire(mom painted) and got everything as organized as we could. I thought that I would be leaving the 4th of January to start filming Holy and would not come home again till the 23rd and since I was cutting it close- we thought we should get as much ready as possible, incase of course Baby Bird tried to greet us early. I just put up a few pics of what we did on the photo album. Still more to do but it feels like a nursery now. Unfortunately, the movie got moved back a month, which considered that is when baby bird will be arriving i am now no longer working on the film. It was a hard to understand, but I know I wont feel that way once baby bird is here, at the moment it just stings a bit. Baby Bird has started to rapidly grow, in fact I dont know how there could be anymore room for he/she to grow, but everyone assures me I wont tear in two(I dream that) SCARY. Our Lamaze classes were a good bonding experience I think for Bart and I and got us a lil closer to understanding the hole process. I know a lot of people dont go, but I think it was a good move for Bart and I. We ask a lot of questions to say the least. As far as how I feel, I was feeling really good but the last few days I have been having migraines. I am hoping this will pass soon cause it really puts me down and out. Other than that, well a million things really, my mind goes 90 to nothing constantly, I am getting anxious, excited, scared, curious all at once if that is possible. So in saying that, I dont even know where to start journaling so I am thinking I should just start getting on here everyday and free writing. NO TELLING WHAT WILL COME OUT. I finally posted a pic on FB, and the shock from some is pretty funny. I wasnt gonna take any pictures of myself, but I can tell Bart really wants a few so next week Zach(a friend) is going to come and shoot a couple. A couple thats all, well see if I feel like they are postable. :) Found this one below of my mom that I love. I want that for Baby Bird to have someday, so I will try it. Oh last thing, since im not filming Bart and I are going to see if Dr. Nash will let me go to Steamboat for a few days. Technically... its past my travel days, but she said if all looks well then I can. Fingers crossed I go in Monday.
Dec 30, 2010Friday, January 14, 2011
A pretty sweet Hello from Steamboat Springs, CO Music Fest.
I can admit --I can be... well let's just say- a handful. But HELL, who wouldn't be a lil upset when they think they are going shoot a movie one, then that gets moved back- then they think they are goin to the mountains two, and then suddenly instead of either, you are home possible having a child without the other person- not just any person, but YOUR PERSON- and the other one listening in Lamaze class(that was a bunch of info). It can be a little overwhelming. Then, I got this email from "Management" and open it to find a video from each of Barts three shows at Music Fest. I coudnt help but smile and feel atleast like I was there even if just in spirit.
Thanks Barty! It was super sweet and I love that they guy yells have an Awesome baby at the end of the second video. Now hurry home so we can meet Baby Bird together.
Baby Bird wish List
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| Love this is suit- always sold out when go on to get! |
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| Macrame swing- I found it on ebay but they want an arm and a leg for it so on the lookout! |
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| I just think this is the most adorable thing- def a wanna not a needa as my father would say |
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| Too sweet, I can't resist |
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| Baby bird has moccasins, but for some reason I think I also need the Robeez version :) |
Thursday, January 13, 2011
A lil Bit about Baby Birds Room...
Just wanted to share a lil bit of Baby Birds room and how it all came together with a lot of love, talent and kindness. I truly didnt realize how many things were made just for Baby Bird- wow I know lots of talented people
Makes my cup runnith over.
And is seeing all of this I think of what is to come
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| This owl hangs on the door entering Baby Birds room- it hung on the kitchen wall of my late NuNu who recently past. She was very excited about Baby Bird and thought it would make her very happy as well as myself. |
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| Baby bird Room! Bed from Nana and Papa Crow and wall Nana Crow painted |
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| The Mobile from Mom also from GaGa -Erica put together and Barrett hung for us |
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| The infamous Oeuf hutch.. and clothing cactus from GaGa |
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| Owl Trivet, Baby Bird locket, and mini owl pitcher from Aunt B, Wooden Rattle again from GaGa, soft book from Kathy Wilson, and other owls from our Christmas tree. |
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| My favorite moccasins from mom, the pic has been in our house for sometime, from a GypsySun excursion, and the wooden owl are left over deocrations from my Baby Shower |
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| Mosaic made esp for baby bird from Cindy Smith, beige owl bank a gift from Aunt Linz, LuLu, and BeBe, and the perfect lil shroon night light mom and Erica found. |
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| Where the bassinet is will be the table James Obie is making for baby birds room much like the one below! A little toadstool table. The orange blanket over chair is made with love from my cousin Ryin. the owl pillow and rocking horse are from GiGi Debbie, hanging latern another find while thrifting, and the beautiful hangmade blanket above chair I found on etsy (Dad hung) And the chair was Bart and my Christmas gift from mom and dad for all the late nights up with Baby Bird! |
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| Hopefully what the table James O is making us will look like to go next to the chair! This one is made by Thomas Wold and is fantastic just cant justify spending that much with so much more to get for Baby Bird- man i hope mine turns out! |
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| The Bassinet- with sheets Evelyn made from an old Anthropologie sheet I had, giraff from mom and the teal blanket was made especially for Baby Bird by Aunt Ellen. |
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| Lots of love in this area- The chair was left to Bart and I from David and Lilly when they moved to Mexico. In it is a pic Aunt Linz made baby bird with love, and the giraff NaNa Crow got. The tall giraff was the big shower surprise - Debbie had hid it from mom for 10 years and had saved it from Drew and my nursery. Def brought on the tears at the Baby shower. And the lil trash can mom painted. |
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| Another piece from my nursery as a baby- mom made I believe |
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| Pics that hang above the bed- all from my nursery all made my mom a long long time ago. |
"As a child , one has the magical capacity to move among the many eras of the earth; to see the land as an animal does; to experiencethe sky from the perspective of a flower or a bee; to feel the earth quiver and breathe beneath us; to know a hundred different smells of mud and listen unselfconciously to the soughing of the tree"--- Valerie Andrews
GypsySun Vintage Etsy Shoot from Wed Jan 11th
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| Thought I would pop up a silly pic of Lindsay and I - My Gyspy Sisters- yep that's us. Owners of GypsySun Vintage |
So I know that I already sent you the link for everything we shot, but wanted to share some favorites. I adore this handmade blouse- with a pair of highwaisted jeans(which I will someday wear again) simply perfect! Of course Gabby wears everything well- but I really think a great fit whether tucked in, reversed, worn with a belt over- very versitile.
Ok so its my fav color-- but wow I think its stunning!
Almost kept this beauty for myself.. but I decided to share it since I am cutting back (esp on closet space) due to the upcoming arrival of baby bird. Posted today.. already sold. Shipping tomorrow. Such a fabulous Vintage Piece. As my Gypsy Sister Linz said - "A Gypsy Fav"
Ok ill stop go check them out for yourself- you can even favorite your fav pieces till they go on sale!
I love checking out everyones favorite pieces in comparison to mine.
What you do when the unexpected comes again and again...
So this is the list I emailed out to family shortly after I found out and sent out a call tree with attached directions to the hospital. Is this called nesting or Crazy? AND now we wait.
TO DO's pertaining to BB
Things I need help with (unfortunately Barrett that looks like it might be you since all boys leave tomorrow)
-Hanging Mobile-CHECK
-Hanging Latern above chair-CHECK
-Paint can( I can prob do just not supposed to inhale)CHECK
-hang heavy mirror in nursery-CHECK
-hang and figure out baby monitor-CHECK
Bart- let me know if mom can get those legs to James so he can build that table or atleast have him start on the rest. CHECK- mom has them delivering to Bev to get to James
-remember Nan said you could call hospital at 33 weeks?
-figure out car situaiton/rental/if not need to have car cleaned?
-im gonna send you our name lists while your gone :) we have to decide. DONE TO TWO SMALLER LISTS
-Remember about house cleaning dealio esp bathtub
Me
-make opp with Pediatricians for next week HAVE TO PICK ASAP- visiting one tomorrow
-write thank you's - did mine and have Barts layed out for him-CHECK
-get the thing that hangs off side of bed -CHECK
-read how to use breast pump-return mine and get tubes for one Bev bringing
-pack hospital bag-CHECK
-check on orange gingham-CHECK order and waiting to arrive at moms
-name change paperwork-CANT FIND PAPERWORK
-go get rug- CHECK MOM GOT
-practice putting in carseat correctly-STILL NEED TO DO
-go over info Nan gave us- CHECK
-get something to go under outfit BB goes home in? CHECK 2 options
-pick up charger for new camera
-return large laundry basket at Bed Bath Beyond- get a single one for BB closet-CHECK MOM GOT ONE
-Shoot with Zach-CHECK which is pic above
-clean one kitchen cabinet for BB stuff-CHECK THANKS MOM
-wash all BB kitchen stuff and put in cabinet-CHECK
-get a sealed container for sterile bottles and stuff after cleaned-CHECK
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