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It feels like there has been so much negativity recently in our world, in our country, flooding social media. Sometimes, it can be easy to get swept up in it or to allow anxiety and fear to take over. I heard this song today and the words really resonated with me and was a great reminder of the One who is ultimately in control!

KING OF THE WORLD — Natalie Grant
(Click on the title to listen to the song)

I tried to fit you in the walls inside my mind
I try to keep you safely in between the lines
I try to put you in the box that I’ve designed
I try to pull you down so we are eye to eye

When did I forget that you’ve always been the king of the world?
I try to take life back right out of the hands of the king of the world
How could I make you so small
When you’re the one who holds it all
When did I forget that you’ve always been the king of the world

Just a whisper of your voice can tame the seas
So who am I to try to take the lead
Still I run ahead and think I’m strong enough
When you’re the one who made me from the dust

When did I forget that you’ve always been the king of the world?
I try to take life back right out of the hands of the king of the world
How could I make you so small
When you’re the one who holds it all
When did I forget that you’ve always been the king of the world

Oh, you set it all in motion
Every single moment
You brought it all to me
And you’re holding on to …

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We are a few weeks into the new year… how are you doing? Are you focusing on the things you weren’t able to keep up? Or are you able to keep going one day at a time with your focus straight ahead? Regardless of where you were yesterday, today is a new day. Don’t let a few setbacks get you down. Don’t focus on the things you haven’t done. Celebrate your wins. Focus on the steps you have taken. Give yourself a breath of fresh air and take one step. But you have to give yourself that freedom to see the good things. Celebrating your wins keep you motivated and positive towards the bigger goals. Yes there may be setbacks, but don’t let the negative take over. “Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn” How are you going to live your life?

Some benefits of celebrating wins:

• Acknowledge steps in the right direction
• Builds energy and motivation
• Inspires
• Positive outlook
• Gives you a mental break from routine
• Creates a winning culture
• Helps you love yourself for the good

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So keep going. Look at how far you have gotten today, not how far you still have to go. Love yourself for where you are today and look forward to continuing to work towards your goals.

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We love to find a bargain!! Any deal we find, we love to share with our family and friends! In this new year, I am going to be sharing more deals and discounts from some of our favorite stores such as Buy Buy Baby, Target, Sprouts and more!

In just a few days, Babies “R” Us is having their…

GREAT TRADE-IN GEAR & FURNITURE EVENT!

Starting on January 20th, turn in an old piece of baby gear or furniture and get a 25% coupon to use on a new piece of gear and furniture! If you’re a Rewards ‘R’ Us Member, you can take advantage of this event TODAY!

Find the extensive list of items for this event here.

When we were getting ready for our Baby Girl, we were able to take advantage of this event. We turned in an old pack n play to get one of our favorite and most used (and most recommended!) items: The 4MOM Playard

I will be reviewing this item in a later post but with this event we were able to save $75 on it!! When we turned in the pack n play, we got a 25% coupon to use on a new car seat, stroller, travel system, high chair, placard, bassinet, swing, and more!

It does not matter how old the gear or furniture is, or even if its broken!

AND, if you have an “R” Us Credit Card, you can get 30% OFF of your new item!

Not only did we love our 4MOMS Playard, but this little one did too 🙂

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As a new mom, I feel like I have spent countless hours changing diapers, ALREADY! So today, I wanted to write a few things I have learned as necessities to changing diapers, and feature my sons changing table, which actually turned out pretty cute if I do say so myself!

I absolutely love my changing pad. Thanks to Iviebaby! @iviebaby. I found something to go with my theme and couldn’t resist!! I bought my changing table from a friend and the matching bins at Target. They fit perfectly. I put diapers, wipes, and burp rags in the bins. On my shelf I have some creams, diaper cream, toys, thermometer, tylenol, pacifiers, wipes. And of course I bought the jars at Target too. and pardon the overflowing trash… (that’s real life right??)

When Changing Diaper

• Put new diaper underneath
• Lift baby legs
• Cover (if you have a boy)
• Wipe front to back
• Have a diaper pail close by (empty regularly)

Necessities at Changing Table

• Changing pad
• Extra pad on top of changing pad (helps when things get messy)
• Diapers
• Easy access wipes (one-handed)
• Diaper cream (I like using coconut oil or lanolin)
• Toy to distract baby
• Extra trash can

Those first couple weeks are intense! Warnings to new moms, you probably will get peed, on pooped on, and feel like that is all you are doing. It gets better, well a little bit. But then its gets smellier… and we won’t go into blowouts… Good luck everyone!

P.S. More info on nursery to come

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Happy New Year everyone!

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It’s time to make resolutions, wishes, dreams, goals, and live at least for a few days trying to achieve them. But take a few minutes to focus on the routines you have and the normalcy of your life. What can you look forward to within your already structure of life? Real life is about the everyday. Not just the vacation or the highlights. But what is your normal? And how can you look forward to those little moments. Get an extra second of a hug today. Actually make eye contact. Be still rather than look at your phone. Take a moment. Take it in. Breathe. And look forward to those small moments.

And live your new year within your already structured life.

What can you find in your routines and schedules to look forward to?

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Sitting down this New Year’s Eve to write this post and reflect on the blessings of 2016.

We welcomed 2 new babies into the family, making our Weisser Grandkids 9, celebrated Kerry’s 60th birthday, and have grown individually and as a family.

Looking forward to 2017 we wanted to share our visions and goals for the year.

Kerry

“In 2017 I want to focus on making wise choices regarding nutrition, fitness, my commitments and my spiritual growth. I hope to incorporate more intentional STILLNESS and prayer and find more balance in my life.

Rachel

“In 2017 I want to focus on JOY and STRENGTH. I want to live with a joyful heart. I want joy to be at the root of all that I do and say. I want to honor my body with good fueling foods and exercise, not be afraid to push myself harder and further, and surround myself with people that build me up and challenge me to keep moving forward.

Bethany

“In 2017 I want to focus on being GROUNDED. Being grounded in truth, in confidence in Christ, in my strength in the lord, in my new role as a mom, in my supporting role as a wife. I want to live from the core of who I am and not get distracted by things that do not align with who I am. I want my foundation to be solid so I am not wavering. I want to live with an energy and abundance that overflows from the life I have been called to. I want to be focused in the spiritual mental emotional and physical aspects of my life to stay on the path of who I want to be.”

Bekah

“In 2017 I want to focus on PEACE- peace in a crazy schedule resident …

Christmas is here. The season is in full swing. Between all the decorating, baking, shopping, giving, partying, serving, wrapping, and Christmasing, it seems there is hardly a moment to breathe. The one word I would choose to describe my life right now… Busy. But I don’t want to be consumed with busyness. I love the Christmas season. I love getting together with people, the holiday cheer, the excitement sharing food, spending quality time, and spreading love. But how does Jesus fit into this busy feeling? Where is he in the chaos? How do we remember the baby in the manger amidst all the stuff? We put him FIRST. We orchestrate our life so Jesus isn’t just something we do, it’s the center of who we are.   …

We all love Trader Joe’s! The holiday season has become a favorite time to shop there with so many fun seasonal goodies. I think it’s a good thing these treats only come one time a year because they are so delicious – and yes, most involve CHOCOLATE 🙂 Here are some of our favorite treats and teas!

–TREATS–

JINGLE JANGLE

The fearless flyer reads, “Jingle Jangle is an only-at-Trader Joe’s assortment of a whole bunch of things that taste terrific bathed in chocolate. Inside the generously sized tin you’ll find organic mini pretzels covered with milk chocolate and drizzled with white chocolate; dark chocolate-covered caramel popcorn; dark chocolate-covered broken Joe-Joe’s cookies; milk chocolate gems with a red candy coating; and milk & dark chocolate mini peanut butter cups. Don’t you feel all jingly and jangly just thinking about it?  Imagine how good you’ll feel once you grab a handful and toss it into your mouth.”

Peppermint Pretzel Slims 

Pretzel slims dipped in white chocolate and covered with crushed peppermint (A hubby favorite!)

Dark Chocolate Peppermint Joe-Joe’s 

These are very rich which is actually a good thing because you can only have a few bites! Not that much of a chocolate fan (is that even possible?? 😉)?? Peppermint Joe-Joe’s (without the chocolate covering) are also an option!

Peppermint Bark – a classic Christmas treat but extra delicious from TJs!

— TEA —

Our favorite morning or late night treat either to warm us up or to fill a sweet craving!

Candy Cane Green Tea

This tea just exudes the holiday season to me! The candy cane flavor is subtle but adds the perfect flavor for Christmas in a cup. And, I love that’s it’s decaf so I can have it late at night!

Chocolate Mint Black Tea

Imagine an Andes mint …