Weekend bloggin'

Spring is finally here and I'm really enjoying the change of rain all the time to some lovely sunshine! Seasons are always changing and so are our seasons in life. Lately God has been working on my heart with putting my trust in Him. Sometimes I struggle with really fully trusting God. I sometimes think that I know what's best for me but, in reality God knows what's best for my life.
This was a verse that I came across this morning and it really spoke to me.
"For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord." They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11

Truth.

So remember my post last spring about the amazing nursery I found? If you don't remember you can read it here! Well this week I went back again to pick my plants and get them planted. They get to stay there and grow in the greenhouse until May Long Weekend. This year I went with green, white and coral! Can't wait to see how they turn out!

Well it's Saturday and I should really go and try and get something accomplished! Tonight I am taking my hubby on a special birthday date.

Happy birthday to the most amazing husband in the world!
I love you!

Mel xo

" Praise God from Whom all blessings flow"

Lately I have been feeling extra blessed. God just keeps proving to me time and time again how much he loves me.  Life is good and I am so happy and thankful that I'm pregnant with this little sweet baby.

I don't have much to share today just that God is good! I'm off to spend the day with my sister since hubby is working. We are going to the local farmers market to get some Maple Oat Scones which are soooo delicious!

Just rocking and waiting patiently for you baby.....!

Mel 

Currently!

I realized I haven't done a "currently" post in awhile!

Currently.....

Obsessing over: If you hadn't noticed I'm a bit obsessed with everything BABY! Baby room...baby clothes...baby blankets...just baby stuff in general!! This nesting thing is taking over!

Working on: Staying fit and healthy throughout my pregnancy. Also working on living with a more Christ like, loving and giving attitude. This verse is what is challenging me!
 “To you who are ready for the truth, I say this: Love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer for that person. If someone slaps you in the face, stand there and take it. If someone grabs your shirt, giftwrap your best coat and make a present of it. If someone takes unfair advantage of you, use the occasion to practice the servant life. No more tit-for-tat stuff. Live generously." Luke 27-20 The Message

Thinking about: Baby boy names!! We have a girl name but we do not have a boy name yet. We don't even have a list...

Anticipating: Our baby coming of course! I'm also anticipating some more lovely spring weather! My feet are tired of wearing boots.

Eating: Frozen yogurt!! There's this new place called Menchies and they have the best frozen yogurt. BUT since I'm obsessed with trying to make everything home-made I borrowed my neighbours ice cream maker and have re-created fro-yo at home using greek yogurt and fresh strawberries. Next time I want to try making it with peaches.

Praying for: A healthy perfect baby...7 lbs 2 ounces...a quick, easy, pain free or the least pain possible labour (I'm being fully serious that I pray this!!!)  God wants us to pray to him and tell him our needs and wants. It says this in the bible! " Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you" Matthew 7:7 

Wishing for: A new spring purse! Maybe in coral or mint green?

Well I am off to make Pad Thai for dinner. Hopefully it turns out! I always try and make it taste like authentic Thai takeout but I don't think I've mastered it yet..Maybe tonight!

Here is my bump photo at 28 weeks!
"we loved you before we knew you"

Nesting!

Well I'm 27 weeks today and so far really enjoying this pregnancy! The nesting has begun though! I have been busy getting the babes room ready. This past weekend my mom, sister, and I went shopping in the states and we stopped in Lynden at some really awesome antique stores. I picked up some vintage shoes to hang in the baby's  rooms as well as a chalkboard.We went shopping for some baby necessities at Target and we used our self control and only bought baby S one girl and one boy going home outfit. I have a feeling Auntie Jess is going to be in trouble when baby is born. She was worse than me wanting to buy everything!

I'm really thankful for all my friends that have already had babies and have given me advice on what you really need to buy! It seems so overwhelming when you go to the baby section. I'm glad I have my list of "must have" items or else I wouldn't know where to start!
I am SO excited to meet baby S and can't wait until July but I am also really trying hard to enjoy this time that Mika and I still have together as just the two of us. I'm also trying to enjoy my alone time as well!
Here is a sneak peek of the nursery so far. I will post more photos once it's actually done!

"You are loved"

Vintage baby shoes. Mine are the white ones. 

Baby boy or baby girll? Any guesses?!

My moms awesome idea! Mika made me these frames
 out of old wood from our tree house I played in as a kid at our family cabin. Very special!

Not sure what this actually is but it looks quaint hanging on the wall!

I also got to enjoy the glorious sunshine this past Easter weekend!

it was SO nice out this weekend I had to go cruisin

Alana and I bike ridin!

Mel xo