Saturday October 8th was a leisurely day. We packed up the babe and all of the things she needs for a day on the road and headed out to Lakecity, MN "the birthplace of water skiing". It is a lovely drive through the farmlands and bluffs of Southern MN. The fall colors were peeking, the sky was a deep blue gray with some blustery cloud cover. It was a beautiful day. We hit up Pepin Heights Orchard store for some apple cider and a pumpkin for the little lady. After that stop we headed south to Wabasha, MN on Highway 61. This Highway takes you a long the Mississippi River below the bluffs and again more spectacular fall foliage! Let's just say God is definitely an artist! It was amazing! In Wabasha we headed across the river to Pepin, WI where we enjoyed lunch at the Pickle Factory with a view of the river and the harbor. Corey and I enjoyed juicy burgers!
It was during this lunch that we got a call from our Realtor Andy Mullholand (Handy Andy). Andy is a great friend and trustworthy realtor. He's been patient with us as we've been "looking" at homes for about a year (just trying to get e feel for what we want and what is available). Andy has let us direct the search from day one, but today he had a property that he wanted us to see. Oddly enough Corey and I had looked at this home online that very morning and liked what we saw.
As we headed back to Rochester we decided that we would go see the property that afternoon...and boy am I glad we did. It was charming, updated, spacious and in a location that would work well for all of our Rochester hot spots...could this be it?!?!?! We spent about an hour in the home, and by the end of that hour we were talking about where our furniture would go and which room would be Naomi's. We pictured her riding a little Fischer Price bike on the back patio and climbing the fort in the backyard...Yep! This is the house for us. We left the house and headed straight to Andy's office. On the way we prayed that we would be mindful of God's will for us and that we would honor Him...and in this case, especially financially. By the end of the day we had put in a strong offer and were waiting to hear back from the seller.
Sunday morning we headed out to church and texted Andy to let him know that even though we were at church we wanted to know right away if he heard back about our offer...long story short, after one counter offer....WE BOUGHT A HOUSE!!
We are thrilled...so excited...and so blessed!
Closing is set for November 17th...better get packing!
Monday, October 10, 2011
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Life at Jordan's South
Since August 25th our lives have dramatically changed! It's been over a month since sweet Naomi entered our family and every moment has been a blessing.
Our days consist of lots of cuddling, feeding and diapering. Naomi wakes (or I wake her) at 7am. We talk, change her diaper, wash her face and put on some adorable little outfit. Then it's time for Naomi's breakfast. By 8:15am she's down for a morning nap...here is where things get interesting. Until 1 month she was sleeping 2 hours and I would have to wake her for her next feeding. Now a days...45 minutes is all she sleeps. The reason this is not acceptable...she doesn't wake happy. She's still so very tired. I've read that 45 minutes marks the end of a sleep cycle. Some babies go right back to sleep after they stir (that's what she had previously been doing). Currently our little Naomi is having a very hard time getting herself back to sleep. It's very sad. Since Corey and I are trying to train Naomi to self soothe and be able to put herself to sleep (or back to sleep) I let her fuss and cry for a while. TORTURE...not for her, she's just voicing her annoyance with being awake. For me however, it's awful. Depending on the fuss I let her cry, or if it's the worst kind of fuss I'll go in, soothe her, change her diaper, burp her and put her back in bed...typically this does not work. Once she's seen me it's all over. At that point I'll do anything I can think of to get her to go back to sleep until 945ish...by then she's over tired AND hungry because it's time to eat.
It's pretty much the same routine all day...wake, eat, play, sleep...I just cross my fingers every nap time that this will be the turning point. That she'll actually take a good nap, be fully rested and wake a happy baby! Until then we'll keep working on napping. The amazing thing about this 45 minute mark...it has yet to disrupt her night time sleep. She is almost 6 weeks old and sleeping from 8pm-4am...8 hours!! I cannot complain too much about the naps because she is blessing us with great night time sleep.
Currently it is 9:33am...she's been asleep since approximately 8:50am...I just heard her stir in her crib...Here's hoping, fingers crossed and I'm on my knees. I know she can do it!
We've enjoyed going to church, trips to Howard Lake and Paynesville, shopping, walks, visits with friends, baths, Taste of Rochester, bible study, bunco night and so much more. Everything is more exciting with Naomi along. We're having a blast as a family of three!
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| August 25, 2011 |
Our days consist of lots of cuddling, feeding and diapering. Naomi wakes (or I wake her) at 7am. We talk, change her diaper, wash her face and put on some adorable little outfit. Then it's time for Naomi's breakfast. By 8:15am she's down for a morning nap...here is where things get interesting. Until 1 month she was sleeping 2 hours and I would have to wake her for her next feeding. Now a days...45 minutes is all she sleeps. The reason this is not acceptable...she doesn't wake happy. She's still so very tired. I've read that 45 minutes marks the end of a sleep cycle. Some babies go right back to sleep after they stir (that's what she had previously been doing). Currently our little Naomi is having a very hard time getting herself back to sleep. It's very sad. Since Corey and I are trying to train Naomi to self soothe and be able to put herself to sleep (or back to sleep) I let her fuss and cry for a while. TORTURE...not for her, she's just voicing her annoyance with being awake. For me however, it's awful. Depending on the fuss I let her cry, or if it's the worst kind of fuss I'll go in, soothe her, change her diaper, burp her and put her back in bed...typically this does not work. Once she's seen me it's all over. At that point I'll do anything I can think of to get her to go back to sleep until 945ish...by then she's over tired AND hungry because it's time to eat.
It's pretty much the same routine all day...wake, eat, play, sleep...I just cross my fingers every nap time that this will be the turning point. That she'll actually take a good nap, be fully rested and wake a happy baby! Until then we'll keep working on napping. The amazing thing about this 45 minute mark...it has yet to disrupt her night time sleep. She is almost 6 weeks old and sleeping from 8pm-4am...8 hours!! I cannot complain too much about the naps because she is blessing us with great night time sleep.
Currently it is 9:33am...she's been asleep since approximately 8:50am...I just heard her stir in her crib...Here's hoping, fingers crossed and I'm on my knees. I know she can do it!
We've enjoyed going to church, trips to Howard Lake and Paynesville, shopping, walks, visits with friends, baths, Taste of Rochester, bible study, bunco night and so much more. Everything is more exciting with Naomi along. We're having a blast as a family of three!
At One Month You...
- Love your playmat and toys
- Smile at us when you are rested and have a full belly
- Are finding your voice...cooing and crying
- Are sleeping in your crib...this proved to be an easy transition for you...not quite as simple for mom & dad. We miss you!
- Are sleeping 7-8 hours at night! What a blessing...especially because you aren't a consistent napper...grrrr.
- Still love bathtime! You even enjoyed your first real bath during fussy time! Your legs were kicking and you were so happy to be in the water.
Naomi, you are growing so fast! The weeks are moving at lightning speed.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
At Three Weeks You...
- Are a vivacious eater
- Love the sound of your dad reading or singing to you
- Love having your hair washed
- Do not like a messy or wet diaper
- Can be very dramatic between the hours of 5pm and 9pm
- Love tummy time
- Twirl your hair to soothe yourself (not exactly a "twirl")
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Bumpdate: And Then There Were Three
Introducing...Naomi Wynne Jordan
8/25/11, 6:49am, weighing in at 9lbs 4oz, 21 inches
Just the three of us now!
Look out world!
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Thoughts on Creating a Home
For us "Home" is more than the building we live in. It's the atmosphere and attitude of our family. My thoughts lately have been largely directed to the type of "Home" Corey and I are creating.
This past Sunday in church Pastor Bill Price preached a sermon on Genesis 2:15-25 entitled God's Purpose for Marriage. The sermon is part of a series that we are currently in entitled "The Summer of Love". First we studied 1 John and now we've moved into a marriage series titled "Towards a Loving Marriage".
The entire sermon was great! But what really caught my attention were Bill's points on how we can honor God in our homes (or family relationships).
If you are interested in Pastor Bill's sermon please visit Towards a Loving Marriage: God's Purpose for Marriage to listen or read.
Enjoy!
This past Sunday in church Pastor Bill Price preached a sermon on Genesis 2:15-25 entitled God's Purpose for Marriage. The sermon is part of a series that we are currently in entitled "The Summer of Love". First we studied 1 John and now we've moved into a marriage series titled "Towards a Loving Marriage".
The entire sermon was great! But what really caught my attention were Bill's points on how we can honor God in our homes (or family relationships).
- Our homes can be holy places...this certainly sounds hilarious. Especially when you are expecting your first child, but as I listened closer I really connected with the idea of a holy home. Holy really just means..."set apart, safe or sacred". SO, in the midst of dirty diapers, first baths, many visitors, a crying baby and all the other chaotic things that will take place in our home in the next few months our home can be holy. Set apart to honor God. Hospitable to guests. Calm in the midst of chaos.
- Our homes can reflect the communion of the perfect Trinity. Communion comes through unity. We have to stick together, work together, be a team. There is no room for selfishness...especially when we will have a new little person who is FULLY dependant on us!
- Our homes can reflect the harmony of God's character. Genesis 1:27 tells us that we were created in God's image...male & female. Our culture speaks of competition between the sexes, but really both masculinity and femininity are from God. Our marriage and the roles we take on can bring harmony in our home whether Corey is doing the typical "man's work" and I am doing the typical "woman's work"...our roles or work are equally important and valuable.
- Our homes can be places that display joy! This is probably one of my favorite words...joy, joy joy! Some days joy in our home comes easily. I suspect that in the very near future we may be experience many of those easy days. But we may also experience many days when the chaos, noise and mess of having a newborn (and just children for that matter) may get to us, and we will need to intentionally choose JOY!
If you are interested in Pastor Bill's sermon please visit Towards a Loving Marriage: God's Purpose for Marriage to listen or read.
Enjoy!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Bumpdate: Choosing JOY!
Today I am totally wanting to complain about all my aches and pains...instead I'm choosing JOY!
All the things I will miss about being pregnant:
All the things I will miss about being pregnant:
- Adorable stares and second glances from strangers...everywhere I go
- Having this little lady all to myself...how will I teach her to share if I am having a hard time with the idea
- Tiny hiccups in my belly
- Real butter...when trying to loose weight the unnecessary condiments are the first to go
- Yoga pants...for anywhere, anytime, any occasion
- Pretty maternity clothes
- The many encouraging words from those who have gone before me...and even sometimes men who have no idea what I'm experiencing
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