tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.comments2023-07-31T05:28:08.760-05:00BumpStopPinner1http://www.blogger.com/profile/14533014885813399151noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-12581004242914114222011-01-20T22:35:50.748-06:002011-01-20T22:35:50.748-06:00fabulous post Jenny -- love your writing - glad yo...fabulous post Jenny -- love your writing - glad you are back to it!Jennifer S.http://JenniferReviews.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-7009935300849945552010-06-18T21:35:07.335-05:002010-06-18T21:35:07.335-05:00Sarah,
Of course I remember you! I was so thril...Sarah, <br /><br />Of course I remember you! I was so thrilled that someone took my idea and ran like you did... I loved painting mine too and I am really glad to hear that you were able to feel some comfort and connection while you worked on the paintings. I think art is so important in a well rounded life. <br /><br />So about attaching the letters...all I used was wood glue - I used wooden letters and just put a few drops on the back of the letter, smeared it around with my fingertip and placed it right on the canvas. <br /><br />I really am glad you had so much fun with your paintings. I would LOVE to see your work! e-mail me at pinfuzz2@gmail.com if you are willing to share some pictures.<br /><br />Take care, <br />JenPinner1https://www.blogger.com/profile/14533014885813399151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-26252120096764191242010-06-18T09:51:32.772-05:002010-06-18T09:51:32.772-05:00Hi there!
First off- let me congratulate you on t...Hi there!<br /><br />First off- let me congratulate you on the birth of your adorable little boy! :) I'm not sure if you remember me, but I was very interested in your canvas idea from the HGTV site and had like a zillion questions about starting. I'm proud to say that I am now 4 shy from being done. (just have p,q,w and z left) Anyway, I'm at the attach the letter stage and was curious how you did this. Did you put the letters on using crazy glue or something else? I didn't want to experiment too much without asking you first. I hate that the project is almost over. I really loved doing it. I lost my Mom last year and painting these canvases for my little ones has been the first time that I now only have felt some comfort, but oddly feel connected to her. i didn't intend on getting all mushy here, but I just wanted to thank you for the inspiration and for your permission to run with your wonderful idea. I really appreciate it more than you know. Congratulations again to you and your beautiful family. <br /><br />Regards, <br /><br />Sarah <br /><br />NYCSarah and Terrellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15695073527719666783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-84583534393675823062010-06-10T01:14:42.080-05:002010-06-10T01:14:42.080-05:00On the edge of my seat in anticipation! Sorry it ...On the edge of my seat in anticipation! Sorry it was so difficult, but congratulations! At least I know the story has a good ending.Jewelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15945094252482998423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-85435820875252130162010-05-04T20:09:59.672-05:002010-05-04T20:09:59.672-05:00Hey my mom told me to tell you to ask your midwive...Hey my mom told me to tell you to ask your midwives about black & blue cohosh tea. It helps induce or keep labor from stopping. Good luck!Jewelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15945094252482998423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-76730735599858029792010-05-04T16:35:15.772-05:002010-05-04T16:35:15.772-05:00I know what it feels like to be overdue, the belly...I know what it feels like to be overdue, the belly just keeps on getting bigger, lol.<br /><br />I hope your little Conner arrives soon!Hazel Nuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05356591002559889575noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-6791502728748052432010-05-04T09:01:42.217-05:002010-05-04T09:01:42.217-05:00Hi there!
I know that you don't know me, but ...Hi there!<br /><br />I know that you don't know me, but you helped give me some advice on starting some kid's room paintings on the HGTV site a few weeks back. Anyway, I started doing them and they're looking great! So far, I have a dog, an elephant, a flamingo, a snake, an insect and a giraffe (my personal fav so far) I just wanted to thank you again for the inspiration and all of the advice. I also wanted to wish you all the best in your delivery. :) Take care. <br /><br />SarahSarah and Terrellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15695073527719666783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-73385567888388883272010-04-26T19:05:36.408-05:002010-04-26T19:05:36.408-05:00Hi! I work for a medicare health insurance company...Hi! I work for a medicare health insurance company as a compliance administrator. I am lucky enough to work from home though, which makes things easier, but I cannot wait for my 12 weeks of baby bonding time... I have worked 40 hours+ a week for the past 14 years with no more than 2 weeks off at a time so I am really looking forward to the time with my family. What do you do?Pinner1https://www.blogger.com/profile/14533014885813399151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-23817162844559022312010-04-26T15:37:40.351-05:002010-04-26T15:37:40.351-05:00What work do you do?What work do you do?Jewelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15945094252482998423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-6121929125984549072010-04-21T19:36:58.681-05:002010-04-21T19:36:58.681-05:00Thanks for continuing to post. Lately I have begu...Thanks for continuing to post. Lately I have begun to feel the discomfort you've been experiencing. I'm sure it will get worse & worse, and I will probably come back & read your posts again to compare. And I'm already getting annoyed with the comments. I see the same 100 acquaintances about 2-3 times a week for work in one of those situations where you feel like you have to engage in small talk. So you can imagine where that goes. I am glad you have discovered you are capable of more than you knew. I have heard from other mothers that we will discover more unknown strengths soon. Continue to keep us updated!Jewelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15945094252482998423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-7715037583996413642010-04-12T19:34:04.363-05:002010-04-12T19:34:04.363-05:00Thank you so much... it is very comforting to hear...Thank you so much... it is very comforting to hear that we have people out there who have faith in us.Pinner1https://www.blogger.com/profile/14533014885813399151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-10402124425041683812010-04-12T18:59:18.433-05:002010-04-12T18:59:18.433-05:00You both are going to make fantastic parents! I...You both are going to make fantastic parents! I'm very happy for you both. I love reading your blog so much, because I hope and pray that someday I will understand what you are going through myself. You are such an inspiration to me. Your attitude and honesty amazes me! I've got you and Dave in my thoughts and prayers for the next ten days until Conner arrives! Good luck with everything. You will do GREAT :)<br /><br />Emxrayzandstuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03226372739328506367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-79433944732167385232010-04-12T09:34:59.795-05:002010-04-12T09:34:59.795-05:00Hey! I just saw this... I am feeling pretty overw...Hey! I just saw this... I am feeling pretty overwhelmed but OK. I am gonna post some pics, I have been meaning to, but it is hard to put on normal clothes and make-up ;) Best of luck to you with your pregnancy and just know it isn't that bad... it's kinda fun. The waiting is really the hardest part.Pinner1https://www.blogger.com/profile/14533014885813399151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-87964755714007347822010-04-04T23:45:10.944-05:002010-04-04T23:45:10.944-05:00Man, I can't imagine feeling what you're f...Man, I can't imagine feeling what you're feeling. But I will soon! I'm at 32 weeks Tuesday. I've been following you, and I want to see pictures, although I can probably understand why you don't feel like posting them. Good luck!!!!Jewelhttp://www.mommijewel.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-55346914363288710312010-03-15T12:24:44.770-05:002010-03-15T12:24:44.770-05:00yep! cried!
Love this. Im so glad I can read thi...yep! cried! <br /><br />Love this. Im so glad I can read this from now on. I fully agree with your soapbox issue. I am so excited to meet my nephew and see him and Greyson grow together. I am so happy for you and Dave. I love you guys, you are truly amazing pinner. <br /><br />Don't forget...if you need help around the house or your hair or anything!...let me know, i would be MORE than happy to help. <br /><br /><br />Love you, <br />Kate-ryan-and greysonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-61560797501718439432010-02-26T11:05:18.871-06:002010-02-26T11:05:18.871-06:00They are so adorable!!!!!They are so adorable!!!!!xrayzandstuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03226372739328506367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-86708621651454215132010-02-20T12:40:06.027-06:002010-02-20T12:40:06.027-06:00Beautiful Pinner, I love reading about your baby b...Beautiful Pinner, I love reading about your baby bump and I am particular amused by you belly button updates all along the way. Very funyy!CaraCinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15711392200035473598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-35807936859828655212010-02-03T19:37:08.882-06:002010-02-03T19:37:08.882-06:00That was beautiful. I too am enjoying this height...That was beautiful. I too am enjoying this heightened sense of reality.Jewelhttp://www.mommijewel.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-68028615446030320652010-02-02T12:13:50.591-06:002010-02-02T12:13:50.591-06:00Beautiful. You are indeed a lucky woman!
Love, Cou...Beautiful. You are indeed a lucky woman!<br />Love, CourtAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-49196794863919936162010-01-31T21:07:27.734-06:002010-01-31T21:07:27.734-06:00beautiful loved reading this:)beautiful loved reading this:)CaraCinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15711392200035473598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-47995550102689545442010-01-28T18:14:25.830-06:002010-01-28T18:14:25.830-06:00I know right! It always makes my husband and I la...I know right! It always makes my husband and I laugh though. He'll ask me "You're going to do that all the time now, aren't you?". Cracks me up...Pinner1https://www.blogger.com/profile/14533014885813399151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-21602525632936195602010-01-26T21:58:32.097-06:002010-01-26T21:58:32.097-06:00LOL @ grunting when rolling over in bed. It seems ...LOL @ grunting when rolling over in bed. It seems all I do now at 36 weeks is grunt. Sitting down, standing up, rolling over, turning around, etc!<br /><br />I'll be glad when I can stop grunting!NewlyParentshttp://www.newlyparents.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-9491316693023539562010-01-20T14:31:14.914-06:002010-01-20T14:31:14.914-06:00As you know, I loved giving birth--both times. I ...As you know, I loved giving birth--both times. I had the midwives at Marshfield/Sacred Heart with Caleb and they are spectacular. I got pre-eclampsyia and toxemia so Caleb had to be induced. This took a couple of days and the midwives and nurses were wonderful. I also had my husband and best friend at the time for support. I personally wouldn't have wanted another person in there. It gets a little crazy at times and more people would be overwhelming. I (again, personally) would rather have someone that is close to my heart in there (sister,friend,etc) for extra support and help, rather than hire a stranger. Now that I think about it, there were two "strangers" in the room when Cailey was born. They were high school girls job shadowing! I made them videotape! But really, looking back, what I remember most is holding my husband's hand and telling him what I needed and he took care of me. That's just my personal experiences. Oh, what fun!!! :)Reynanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-46213708516002808922010-01-20T11:03:41.281-06:002010-01-20T11:03:41.281-06:00I am a doula (from Canada so I'm not trying to...I am a doula (from Canada so I'm not trying to sell anything) but I also birthed without a doula and had a birth without interventions (wasn't a doula then but I did have midwives).<br /><br />A doula does not speak for your or your partner but they will support you and encourage you to advocate for what you want. This is a gentle reminder of what your wishes for birth are. They also meet you prenatally to practice comfort measures, get to know you and your wishes for birth, and can help you practice talking to your health care provider. Doulas work with partners to get them involved in the birth at a level that they are comfortable. If your partner wants to be right in there, then the doula can give your partner suggestions if the need arises. <br /><br />One thing that I wanted to highlight for you is that a doula provides informational support too. During the birth, the doula can explain some of the procedures the health care provider suggests as well as the benefits, risks, and alternatives to each option. This allows you to make the decision that is best for your family. <br /><br />Doulas are there to support you in whatever way that might be. If you are doing great in labour, then she may take more of a back seat role and pick up your stuff after the birth, get you drinks or remind you to use the bathroom. If you need extra support, then the doula will help out with suggestions for position changes (to make labour progress or even to help turn a posterior baby). She can provide massage or counterpressure, give your partner the ability to go to the bathroom or eat without feeling guilty for leaving your side. <br /><br />If you are thinking about it, why not meet with some doulas in your area. Most offer free interviews and you can get the feel for them and see if it would be a good fit. If you don't like them, don't bother. It's your body, your baby, your birth - so do what will for for you!<br /><br />Feel free to ask me other questions about the role of a doula during birth: nicole.mckay@birthgoddess.ca<br /><br />Happy birthing!Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08266540274530714888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3331741459039986322.post-9750701751325633272010-01-19T17:44:09.467-06:002010-01-19T17:44:09.467-06:00I did not have a doula. I was(am!) lucky to have ...I did not have a doula. I was(am!) lucky to have a really involved and supportive husband, a great hospital staff and a good attitude--meaning, yes I made a birth plan but I knew that ANYTHING was really possible. Which was good because my son arrived 5 weeks early and I was in labor for over 30 hours. Yes, I did want a drug-free labor, but after 24 hours of contractions I did opt for the epidural so I could have some relief. I would definitely try for a drug-free labor next time around, but I would still choose not to have a doula. Good luck to you! Believe in yourself! Go with what you feel is right for you :)Lori at I Can Grow Peoplehttp://paintedpants.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com