Monday Gratitude

BMaidPlanner · February 2014

Because we all need some good to balance out the bad! *Studies show reading these can actually improve your mood as well.

Per usual:

3-5 things you are grateful for today.
Baby or NBR, a-okay.
Be as specific or abstract as you want. No judgement here.

*I didn't read any studies. I am gonna read your lists though!

abastian00 · February 2014

Grateful for chocolate chip cookies, stretchy clothing, and my mom starting a new chemo regimen that she feels enthusiastic about and confident in. Oh, and for the 50-degree weather we had over the weekend!

otter1103 · February 2014

I'm grateful I found a baggie of Cheese Nips in my purse to snack on while at work!

But now I wonder how many other ladies out there have seen their purses take on a transformation from daily essentials to the added function as a snack carrier? Or are you carrying a bigger bag to accommodate snacks and other pregnancy what nots (Tums, pad/liners, assortment of lip balms...)

BMaidPlanner · February 2014

-Only one more week in February makes me feel like we're getting closer to spring...finally.

-Feeling insanely comfortable in maternity sweatpants and a cute top from old navy at the movies yesterday seeing Monuments Men with the discounted movie tickets we got from Costco (had no idea they sold them, thrilled with finding that out!)

-Red Mango. A dessert I never feel guilty about.

-My apartment is clean and I did more organizing and even though we have SO far to go, it's starting to get less crazy in here. I almost want to entertain the thought of a friend just stopping by unannounced. *GASP*

-Since there are not a lot of performance opp's for me right now, my comedy partner and I are working on writing a play instead. (not our first time writing together) Even though I'm always distracted because being pregnant is, well, distracting, it's nice that there is always a project for me if I want it.

gregsgurl81304 · February 2014

I am thankful for finally feeling lots of movement,

my son going to daycare for a whole week without coming home sick,

and I am thankful for the Dr's who performed surgery on my dad and were able to get all the skin cancer. He will have to be tested frequently but they are confindent that the cancer will not come back.

amackattack · February 2014

1) The wonderful day I had on Saturday! It was beautiful and warm, celebrated 3 birthdays, saw both sides of the family, played basketball, actually went OUT to 3 bars and dinner with friends and stayed out til almost 2 AM! Needed that day.

2) We have received 6 small bags of free infant girl clothing. AMAZING!

3) The snow melted and we can actually see the grass in our backyard. It just lifts the spirits!

Mom&nurse · February 2014

I'm thankful for closed cervix. Mine and all my bumpies too. Praying for those who feel the need to be first.

I'm thankful that my SO has at least one true friend that I could talk to and get some things off my chest and then make sure my SO got his stuff off his chest. All without a he said she said crap. (Long story)

I am also thankful for Girl Scout cookies being right outside the grocery store on a bad day. Yep I opened and started eating as I was shopping. Don't judge me.

Bozzy2 · February 2014

I'm thankful my baby girl is doing alright.

Thankful my parents are here to help when I freak out.

I'm really thankful my SO doesn't freak out as much as I do in certain conditions.

I'm thankful for this board of amazing lady's.

jtaylor199 · February 2014

I’m thankful for my husband, who got off his night shift at 6:00 this morning and is currently tiling our half bathroom floor. Goodbye horrible purple tile! (Not sure who thought bright purple tile was a good idea.)

I’m thankful that my dog is at daycare today, I love him but he’s been driving me crazy lately!

I’m thankful Motts brand has chewy candy that only uses natural food coloring (I have dye allergies) so that I can give into my overwhelming cravings for chewy candy.

I’m thankful for my sister, she’s a little crazy, but she always reminds me that life is awesome!

Sareynoo · February 2014

I'm thankful for:

-The premade starbucks coffee (it's by the milk!)at the grocery store.
-Not having any issues with this pregnancy so far, compared to the last one.. PIECE OF CAKE.
-H giving me a break from cooking/chores whenever I need it, no questions asked.
-D being sweet and super cuddly, I see other people's kids that are absolute terrors. I got very lucky with her.

Savvy122 · February 2014

1. The solo Target trip I got to take on Saturday. I got a Starbucks and just wandered the store aimlessly for an hour... and scored some super cute maternity tops that I can rock this week.

2. DH's cousin just offered us her brand new, never used double stroller - for free.

3. DS. I don't know how I got so lucky. He is just the perfect little person. He is smart as a whip and so super funny. I love that I get to be his mommy!

4. The healthy baby boy in my belly. Even though he drives me nuts with his incessant bumping and thumping, I'm so grateful that I've had such a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy.

Mia081081 · February 2014

1. The great weekend we had. Got to get in the pool, swim laps and play with DD who was having a BLAST.

2. My LO kicking all the time

3. My awesome DH who cleaned up alllllll of DD's puke this morning (long story) because it totally made me gag. Then he did all the dishes and got DD dressed for the day while I showered.

4. Going to Disney this weekend for our "baby moon". Yep, we're bringing DD. QUality Fam time!

coffee89 · February 2014

I'm thankful that we got to see a lot of our friends yesterday at a birthday breakfast. Everyone is so busy with college, kids and work that we only get together every few months.

I'm thankful that my husband is so amazing. He got a crash course at newborn diaper changes from a friend yesterday. His face was priceless when he saw what baby poo really looks like, but it did spark a lot of questions from him. I'm glad he's taking an interest in the what to do/not do/ how to know when's.

I'm thankful that we had 50 degree weather and sun all weekend. It's cold again this week but it was enough to reset me and know spring is coming. The winter blues are almost over.

deepoceanmama · February 2014

I am thankful x 3 for DH, who never makes me feel like I have to pretend to be or feel something I'm not. I am so grateful for how comfortable I am with him, especially now, when I am so, so, so uncomfortable.

And I am deeply grateful for MIL, who is basically making everything for our nursery for us. This weekend, she finished reupholstering our rocking chair and sewing our drapes. She is a total godsend.

BMaidPlanner · February 2014

deepoceanmama said:

I am thankful x 3 for DH, who never makes me feel like I have to pretend to be or feel something I'm not. I am so grateful for how comfortable I am with him, especially now, when I am so, so, so uncomfortable.

And I am deeply grateful for MIL, who is basically making everything for our nursery for us. This weekend, she finished reupholstering our rocking chair and sewing our drapes. She is a total godsend.

That is amazing. I don't have a sewer like that in my family or DH's fam. My Mom is crafty but not in that way.

tbmadeamistake · February 2014

I am thankful that my mom has excellent doctors. I am thankful that after a fairly quiet weekend, charlie is back to beating me up from the inside. I am thankful for cadbury mini eggs. I am thankful for how supportive my entire family is.

lest12 · February 2014

I'm grateful that senior leadership at work has enough faith/confidence in my work to give me this project that is driving me crazy today

I'm grateful to feel this little guy kicking around like crazy, it's a nice little reminder of the 'happy' on an otherwise stressful Monday.

I'm grateful to my parents, who were shopping yesterday and bought me some spring maternity clothes, just to be nice. It was really cute.

babygabe614 · February 2014

I'm thankful for my wonderful husband who makes me smile 99% of the time

I'm thankful for some of the snow melting (finally) so I can wear flats and my feet can BREATHE

I'm thankful for all the friends and family who dragged me out to celebrate my birthday over the weekend, despite my protests. I'm also thankful for the sugar cookie cake sitting in my fridge right now that my mom made for me.

texasmama2014 · February 2014

I am grateful:

1. To have a job, even if I get stressed out.

2. That I got to have some time for "just us" with my husband this weekend.

3. For chocolate. And ice cream.

4. Spring weather, which makes me want to be healthier in general.

5. Having a secure budget and knowing we can afford this baby, even if we didn't get a single thing off our registry (we'd have to downsize our ideas, but we could do it!!)

MrsAMB07 · February 2014

Grateful to be able to stand, walk, and pee without tears. This weekend was severe RLP hell and it's easing up *knock on wood*. Never thought I'd be so grateful to feel normal!

And related to that, so grateful for family and friends who pitched in taking shifts with my kids while DH was working so I could lay in the couch and try to rest. They were amazing!

otter1103 · February 2014

@babygabe614 Sugar Cookie Cake? Is that just a big ol' cookie or actual cake?
Tell me more about this (please)

k318 · February 2014

1- little girl being safe and healthy in my belly

2- having the best son I could ever ask for. He is so cute and cuddly. And I'm bring a total aw right now but I don't care! He said mommy for the first time today!!

3- having a nice weekend with good weather. It was nice spending it with ds and getting out a little.

4- nap time!

5- my h for being so helpful and good with our kid

6- my dog, my first boy, just because. He is big and loud but he is such a sweet boy and he loves his family, especially ds and I'm sure he will love dd just the same.

babygabe614 · February 2014

otter1103 said:

@babygabe614 Sugar Cookie Cake? Is that just a big ol' cookie or actual cake? Tell me more about this (please)

@otter1103 I have never been a huge fan of regular cake, even as a kid, so my mom has always made me a "sugar cookie cake" which is just a giant sugar cookie baked on a pizza pan, with sugar-cream cheese frosting and fresh fruit on top. This year she used fresh strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and mandarin orange slices. I need to make sure I get at least one more piece before my husband devours all of it tonight!

deepoceanmama · February 2014

BMaidPlanner said:

deepoceanmama said:

I am thankful x 3 for DH, who never makes me feel like I have to pretend to be or feel something I'm not. I am so grateful for how comfortable I am with him, especially now, when I am so, so, so uncomfortable.

And I am deeply grateful for MIL, who is basically making everything for our nursery for us. This weekend, she finished reupholstering our rocking chair and sewing our drapes. She is a total godsend.

That is amazing. I don't have a sewer like that in my family or DH's fam. My Mom is crafty but not in that way.

Yea, we are incredibly lucky. We're obviously paying for all the fabric and everything, but my MIL is a genius. She even did the tabs for the drapes in this special way so that when they're pulled back, they won't bunch, but will rather fold in this super cool, elegant way. It's amazing.

bumpuser9343355 · February 2014

DH, first and foremost. He spent most of his weekend painting my old office, which needed about a million coats since I insisted on it being painted pink when we moved in. He also went to the farmers' market yesterday and stocked up on veggies, that he will prepare and force feed to me (I know it's for my own good!) throughout the week.

Baby kicks, they make me feel so much better feeling them on a regular basis.

Personal day coming up on Friday, looking forward to sleeping in!

Grey's Anatomy and Scandal come back on Thursday and a new season of Survivor starts on Wednesday! Excited to get my TV on!

MSUMands · February 2014

First and foremost, this thread! I loving taking a pause on Monday morning and being grateful that all my Bump Buddies have good things happening.

Second, my little DS. At 15 months, he is over the whole "snuggle and fall asleep on me" phase which is bittersweet. This morning he was super tired, so I laid down with him in our guest room hoping for some snuggles. He immediately fell asleep. I did too. About 45 minutes later, he woke up, saw me, smiled, and swung his arm around my neck then went back to snoring. Love, love, love that kid.

Third, my DH for waking up early this morning and cleaning up our kitchen, bathroom, and living room so I could start the day with a clean slate. He's totally taking over cleaning of our house since my back has been on fire for the last few months.

Fourth, being a work at home momma and getting to wear PJs all day. I do not miss professional work clothes AT ALL!

Five, my portable DVD player. Letting me watch old TV shows and rom-com's from my work area/woman cave/craft room!

momof5sept18 · February 2014

I'm thankful for an amazing DH, ILs and friends and that he has a flexible job because we just decided we're moving, thankfully its only next doir but we're moving and only have 4 days to fix up the new house and be out of this one. Also thankful I will have a nursery. But the next four days I will probably be MIA so we can clean, pack, and move. Yay for moving, Bleh for only four days. Pregnancy + two tots = the next four days will be a hectic mess lol

colllydon · February 2014

I am grateful for a semi easy workday, that my DH will be home in less than 2 weeks and my cuddly dog.

babyglo350 · February 2014

1. I am SOO thankful for Pepcid Complete

2. Thankful for my husband who has really been making an effort to help me around the house and with dinner. He even started cleaning out the man cave/nursery to be without me even asking.

3. Thankful for the opportunity to back in school working towards my dream of becoming a nurse. I know it will be tough with a baby but I know I can do it!!!

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