Corn Bags

I'm finally finding some time to do one of the things I love, sewing! So I thought I'd start with something easy and decided to make a corn bag! You know the kind you can stick in the microwave and warm up. So here's the materials you need. I bought 1/4 yard of denim to put the corn in and 1/4 yard of this cute flower pattern for the cover, and matching thread. If you're not feeling to crafty I'd be happy to make you one for $10!

I also bought this giant bag of whole corn from Atwoods!

Next I cut my denim material into two pieces. I made mine 14 1/2 L and 6 1/2 W.

Then came the hardest part for me. Remembering how to put thread on the bobbin. If only my handy boyfriend was around to help... Instead I had to resort to the manual. Know how to use your sewing machine!

Then I turned it inside out and began sewing around the edges of the denim. I left space at the top to put the corn in.

Here is a shot of the edges finished. I filled it up half way with corn.

Then I sewed it close twice just for good measure!

I then measured out my flower material. I made it 16 L and 8 W.

Here's a few shots of my sewing job. Please don't look to closely!

Here is the cover side by side with the bag.

Finished product and ready for my sore neck!

Catching up....

So I've been a little absent from the blogging world. If you didn't know 2010 was sort of a rough year for me with many changes. But I finally feel like my life is in a good place and I'm ready to start blogging again. So you are welcome to join me on my new adventure!

I'm not sure exactly where to start. I am no longer married, details are not important at this point. Just know that going through a divorce teaches you a lot about yourself. I had to learn how to be happy by myself and to love me. I've had the best help along the way, my wonderful son who I live each day for, my parents who have been an amazing example of a divorced family, and my precious friends.

Then one day many months later...I was sitting in a class entitled "Helping your child cope with divorce" and I ran into an old friend from high school. It was mandatory that we both attend, we began talking, then facebooked each other (he asked me to be his friend even though he denies it) and the rest is history. We have been together for the past 6 months and they have been amazing!

My little man is still the center of my world. He talks all the time, we watch a lot of "Cars" (I have all the lines memorized) and were discussing using the potty. He's pretty stubborn, no idea where he gets that from! Everyday he wakes up, I am thankful for his sweet face. Even if the first word out of his mouth is "Cars!" and then "Momma!"

Frankenstein!

You might be asking yourself, What in the world is that? Well I bought this super cute pattern for felt tools that K can play with at www.GulfCoastCottagePDF.etsy.com. The patterns are very reasonable and it didn't look to hard, right??? I always like to have a challenge and have nothing else around my house to do so why not take on another project! So as I started this I quickly realized that my sewing looks a lot like Frankenstein all patched together. It's definatly not perfect which really bothers me but everytime I made a mistake I would just laugh because my one-year old is going to play with these anyways (hopefully!) This is step one - the handle! Also my new sewing machine in the background (early b-day present from my Mom!Next sew all of the hammer head pieces together. Might take you 30 minutes.Hammerhead finished and stuffed. Now all that is left to attach them! Sounds pretty simple right?Finished product! I hope he enjoys it! Now just 5 more tools and box to go . . .

Patience

When I first found out I was pregnant I wanted a girl with all my heart. I dreamed about a baby girl for months, only had girl names picked out and would actually gasp aloud when I saw outfits like the oh so cute dress above. My Mom and I are so close I wanted that same relationship with my daughter. But there was a time when my Mom had to deal with my smart mouth (sorry Mom!) However God had different plans for me. When I had my ultrasound at 18 weeks I found out I was having a boy, I think Aaron actually said "Yes!" I wouldn't have it any other way. I love my boy with all my heart. But there is an important point I would like to note that goes along with my little man. He requires a lot of patience! After I had him I remember one of my friends asking me "Have you gotten frustrated yet?" and I replied "No actually." And that was the truth. I have a lot of patience for a person. I mean I teach 19 first graders all day, I have a lot of self control. But today I truly got frustrated and I have to ask myself whether boys take things to a whole new level. I was trying to put him down for his morning nap today and he wrestled me and screamed. This carried on for about 30 minutes, finally I just put him in his crib and walked away. Five minutes later he was done crying and asleep all on his own. Geese should have just tried that the first time instead of waiting until me and him were both worn out! But I truly think boys and girls are just different in nature. Case in point: My bff Sarah was over today with her sweet little Maddy who is four months old. Kingston was crawling everywhere, throwing things, knocking things over etc. I think at one point Sarah was concerned for Maddy's well being. All I could do was shake my head, this is my life with my crazy monster (as I lovingly call him.) But Maddy did something that I've never seen Kingston really do. I showed her a toy that she didn't really like and she stuck out her lip (which was honestly one of the cutest things I have ever seen!) and she kept it there. She lets you know how she feels! And it made me laugh! Oh my boys and girls are so different! To wrap this up each night I pray for more patience with my boy. But I cherish throwing him up in the air, wrestling on the ground and even getting my hair pulled. Cuz I'm his momma and every one of those things brings me true joy!

Reflections of Motherhood

This use to be me . . . before.(circa 2000) Wasn't I pretty? In case you're wondering yes there was someone else in this picture who shall remain nameless and yes I used to have a gap in my front teeth up until a few months ago. But all of that is really not the point! The point is that this was me 10 years ago, before motherhood. Now I am still considered a new mother, but after all of my years of college I learned that after you learn something new you should write a reflection.So here is mine, so far. . . From the moment I found out I was pregnant I felt like the world had completely changed. Suddenly everything seemed so scary. What if someone hit me while I was riding in the car or what if I fall while I'm pregnant (which of course I did cuz I'm clumsy). These are just a few of the many thoughts that pulsed through my brain on a day to day basis. But I learned to focus on one of my favorite bible verses Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight. As my pregnancy continued and I got to see my precious boy shown here at 5 months pregnant :

My love for baby only grew. The day he was born was honestly the best day of my life. I remember looking at Aaron and saying "I already love him so much!" and then cried. I never thought you could love someone so much that you just met!
In these past nine months I have learned many things, felt many emotions and changed as a person. I'm not sure I could describe it all to be honest. Somedays I still feel like that girl at the top of this post, and when I look in the mirror I don't even recgonize my appereance. But I know that I will never be the same person on the inside. Being a mother has made me appreciate and love my parents in a way I could never understand before. Now I know why they worried so much because I feel the same way about my son. Just hearing him cry can break my heart. But I wouldn't change it for the world, no matter what happens. Being a mother has made me a better teacher, friend, and daughter. Even though I have those days where I don't want to get out of bed and I'm exhausted by chasing him around, I know that my life couldn't possibly be any better. Each morning I have this to look forward to...
When things are tough I just remember how lucky and blessed I am to be a mother.

Where have I been?

It's been awhile since I updated my blog! Between work and taking care of Kingster I've been a little busy! Since I'm two months behind I'll make it quick. He's sitting up now, rolling everywhere, got his first hair cut, has two incredibly cute bottom teeth, eats everything and makes messes. We've had a lot of fun on Halloween, he was a dragon! So I'm going to include some of my favorite pics!

5 months and counting

The time has just flown by! We have been having a great summer with our little man and I look forward to everyday because there's always something new! He's rolling all over the place now and I have to watch him carefully. Also everything goes straight in the mouth, even his feet! I look at everything through his eyes now. We've done so many fun things, like going to a football game, homecoming parade, visiting the zoo again! Plus just the everyday fun things like playing, bath time and going outside for walks! My favorite part of my long day is snuggling with my little man and rocking him to sleep. It makes it all worth it!

Hanging wit da da!

Playtime!!

Monkeying around!

I love momma!