Thursday nights are a time of solace for me. Since Mateo goes to bed at 6:30-7 and the hubby goes to play basketball at 7:30 and doesn't get home until 11 usually, it makes for a long, lonely night. But at the same time, it is nice I have to admit. Now if I could only use the time wisely and be productive instead of laying in bed like a bump on a log!
On the Mateo front, my 10 mo old is such a wonderful, happy baby! He is truly such a joy. It has been nice the past couple of weeks now that I started working an earlier shift that I can spend more time with him during the week. He isn't really trying to walk yet, but he is lightning fast at the crawling thing!
At the beginning of the school year, he started going to Amy's daycare. He has really seemed to adjust very well. Sometimes it seems he doesn't want to come home! All the kids seem to like him and he asserts himself very well for being more than a year younger than all of them!
Well that's all for now, I'll update soon.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Augh, it's been too long again
Well, we have had quite an eventful summer. This summer we have had the blessing of Kristen Coonrod come to our house each day and take care of Mateo. It's been awesome! She is amazing with him and it is so easy to just wait for her to get here and then leave and not have to pack anything, get him dressed, put him in the car, etc, etc. I can't believe that tomorrow is her last day already! She goes back to school this weekend.
The next news, is we are pregnant! McClure baby #2 is due mid April. We are super excited. There are 8 women currently pregnant at church, so we are in good company. My cousin and his wife are also pregnant, so our little one will again have a "Dibble" playmate born the same year. We are very excited to experience this WHOLE pregnancy not like our first, abbreciated one.
My parents were just here for a visit, and it was good to see that Mateo remembered them and had a ball with them. It was also good to spend time with them. My parents and their "greñas" had a wonderful week together. We had our traditional birthday dinner for my dad at Red Lobster, and Paty and Rene joine us which was nice. We haven't see them much this summer so it was good to spend some time with them also.
Matthew has been working with a friend doing some landscaping making a little extra money. I think he's feeling a little anxious about the money situation for baby #2. I know that if God provides another miracle baby, then God will provide the provisions we need. No doubt about it.
Looking forward to the holiday weekend to hopefully get some work done around the house. I will need to put all of my "regular" clothes away that I just got out 2 weeks ago, because the rest of my clothes were finally about to fit me! Well, there went that thought, lol. At least it's because of a good reason.
That's all for now folks, talk to you soon.
The next news, is we are pregnant! McClure baby #2 is due mid April. We are super excited. There are 8 women currently pregnant at church, so we are in good company. My cousin and his wife are also pregnant, so our little one will again have a "Dibble" playmate born the same year. We are very excited to experience this WHOLE pregnancy not like our first, abbreciated one.
My parents were just here for a visit, and it was good to see that Mateo remembered them and had a ball with them. It was also good to spend time with them. My parents and their "greñas" had a wonderful week together. We had our traditional birthday dinner for my dad at Red Lobster, and Paty and Rene joine us which was nice. We haven't see them much this summer so it was good to spend some time with them also.
Matthew has been working with a friend doing some landscaping making a little extra money. I think he's feeling a little anxious about the money situation for baby #2. I know that if God provides another miracle baby, then God will provide the provisions we need. No doubt about it.
Looking forward to the holiday weekend to hopefully get some work done around the house. I will need to put all of my "regular" clothes away that I just got out 2 weeks ago, because the rest of my clothes were finally about to fit me! Well, there went that thought, lol. At least it's because of a good reason.
That's all for now folks, talk to you soon.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Long time no update
Well, I can't believe it's almost been 2 months since I posted! Come to think about it, that is about the time that Mateo started teething again, and w whole lot worse this time. My sweet, happy boy has turned into a monster from about 8-12 each evening. It's not his fault I know, but boy is it not pleasant!
Well, in these last 2 months a lot has happened, don't ask me what, cause I can't really remember. :) lol
So I'll start with what I do remember. Last Sunday Mateo participated in a skit at church with his godparents Neil and Alison. Boy was it funny! All of you first service Northbridgers missed out because Mateo was only in the 2nd one. The skit was for our women's event and the topic was "Who's coming to dinner" so all about hospitality. Well Alison was acting as a mom who was completely out of control. The house was a mess, the kids were out of control and her personal appearance was a little scary! Mateo was the youngest son and he did so good, she started yelling, and he cried on cue! We had him just in his diaper and hooked his pacifier clip to his hair, which he grabbed and stuck in his mouth at a perfect part too! She then set him down in a laundry basket and he proceeded to sit there and make no noise for the rest of the skit (about 5 minutes). Uncle Neil was the husband who comes home to find everything so crazy and then dump that the boss' family was coming the following night to dinner and maybe she should go to the women's event to get some help. It was truly precious, my only regret is that we didn't get it on video. Alison and I talked though and from now on we are going to video tape all of the skits.
This was really Kristen's first week "nannying" for Mateo here at the house. It is going to so good and I am SO THANKFUL for her. He has adjusted well to her like I knew he would. It is so nice not having to pack all his stuff everyday.
Friday Mateo went and played with the Keckler clan because Kristen had a wedding in Iowa? I think with her family. She will be back on Tuesday so Monday Mateo will go back and play with Nancy and Amelia! So thankful to all the Northbridge ladies who have volunteered to help us (Rebecca, Cassie, Erica, Nancy and so many others these specific ladies are just the ones I've actually taken them up on their offers!).
On a somber note, please be in prayer for a couple of friends of mine and their families. My friend Lynea's 23 yr old son passed away this week in Germany. I can't imagine the emotions their family are having to deal with. Please pray for them, they have been heavy on my heart and I know they can use all the prayers possible right now.
Good night and I promise I will post more often.
Well, in these last 2 months a lot has happened, don't ask me what, cause I can't really remember. :) lol
So I'll start with what I do remember. Last Sunday Mateo participated in a skit at church with his godparents Neil and Alison. Boy was it funny! All of you first service Northbridgers missed out because Mateo was only in the 2nd one. The skit was for our women's event and the topic was "Who's coming to dinner" so all about hospitality. Well Alison was acting as a mom who was completely out of control. The house was a mess, the kids were out of control and her personal appearance was a little scary! Mateo was the youngest son and he did so good, she started yelling, and he cried on cue! We had him just in his diaper and hooked his pacifier clip to his hair, which he grabbed and stuck in his mouth at a perfect part too! She then set him down in a laundry basket and he proceeded to sit there and make no noise for the rest of the skit (about 5 minutes). Uncle Neil was the husband who comes home to find everything so crazy and then dump that the boss' family was coming the following night to dinner and maybe she should go to the women's event to get some help. It was truly precious, my only regret is that we didn't get it on video. Alison and I talked though and from now on we are going to video tape all of the skits.
This was really Kristen's first week "nannying" for Mateo here at the house. It is going to so good and I am SO THANKFUL for her. He has adjusted well to her like I knew he would. It is so nice not having to pack all his stuff everyday.
Friday Mateo went and played with the Keckler clan because Kristen had a wedding in Iowa? I think with her family. She will be back on Tuesday so Monday Mateo will go back and play with Nancy and Amelia! So thankful to all the Northbridge ladies who have volunteered to help us (Rebecca, Cassie, Erica, Nancy and so many others these specific ladies are just the ones I've actually taken them up on their offers!).
On a somber note, please be in prayer for a couple of friends of mine and their families. My friend Lynea's 23 yr old son passed away this week in Germany. I can't imagine the emotions their family are having to deal with. Please pray for them, they have been heavy on my heart and I know they can use all the prayers possible right now.
Good night and I promise I will post more often.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
First sickness
Well, it's been a few days since I've posted, but I have a good excuse. My baby got an upper respiratory infection, double ear infection and....pink eye! Poor kid, he was miserable. He's been sleeping a lot but he is feeling a ton better now. I missed him today, I got home and Matt had put him down for a nap, and now at 10:49 pm, he is still sleeping, that would be going on hour 5. I'm really sleepy so I need to head to bed.
One last thing, please remember to pray for baby Stellan, he had surgery today.
One last thing, please remember to pray for baby Stellan, he had surgery today.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
PRESENTING...
The MERCEDES of high chairs should be arriving at the McClure household this week! I am very excited as you can tell...
http://www.albeebaby.com/chicco-high-chairs.html
The Chicco Polly high chair in "Race" has the following features:
Seven height positions and three reclining positions for increased comfort
Most convenient maneuvering with one-hand seat recline and tray removal
Two cushioned, fabric seat pads that are easy to wipe clean
Adjustable footrest to accommodate growing children
Safety comes first with the five-point safety harness
Double tray liner for easy clean-up
Convenient tray storage for the slimmest fold in its class
DO YOU KNOW WHAT THIS MEANS??? My little man will be starting some solid foods this week! :)
http://www.albeebaby.com/chicco-high-chairs.html
The Chicco Polly high chair in "Race" has the following features:
Seven height positions and three reclining positions for increased comfort
Most convenient maneuvering with one-hand seat recline and tray removal
Two cushioned, fabric seat pads that are easy to wipe clean
Adjustable footrest to accommodate growing children
Safety comes first with the five-point safety harness
Double tray liner for easy clean-up
Convenient tray storage for the slimmest fold in its class
DO YOU KNOW WHAT THIS MEANS??? My little man will be starting some solid foods this week! :)
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Good Friday
If anyone is looking for an alternative to the traditional Good Friday service, come join us at Northbridge! We are doing an underground type of thing where you will go to the church and be given a CD and a map with directions, there will be a couple of stops I think? Before you reach the final destination for the short service. This is to represent the persecuted church who don't simply have a place to go to worship and have to do it in hiding. This is a great, interactive way to show (your kids) how blessed we are with our religious freedom in this country.
Let me know if you want more details, look forward to seeing you there.
Let me know if you want more details, look forward to seeing you there.
Mateo's 4 month checkup
Stats:
Weight 16 lbs 12 oz
Height 26 inches
Head 16 1/2 inches? can't be must be cm? anyone know how they measure that
It went well, the pediatrician couldn't get over how much Mateo kept smiling at her. She said we can start feeding him cereal mixed with formula, then green vegetables, then all other colors of vegetables and then fruit.
Not sure exactly when we will start that. First I want to get a high chair as I don't want to try and feed him with a spoon while holding him, that is a disaster waiting to happen.
He had 2 vaccinations, 1 orally and 1 poke. He did SO GOOD. She poked him, he made a protest (more like a yell) and then silent. My baby has a high tolerance for pain already!
I think that's pretty much it for now....oh I saw Duplicity with Julia Roberts last night and I loved it! I can see why people haven't liked it though and why it is not a blockbuster. However, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Weight 16 lbs 12 oz
Height 26 inches
Head 16 1/2 inches? can't be must be cm? anyone know how they measure that
It went well, the pediatrician couldn't get over how much Mateo kept smiling at her. She said we can start feeding him cereal mixed with formula, then green vegetables, then all other colors of vegetables and then fruit.
Not sure exactly when we will start that. First I want to get a high chair as I don't want to try and feed him with a spoon while holding him, that is a disaster waiting to happen.
He had 2 vaccinations, 1 orally and 1 poke. He did SO GOOD. She poked him, he made a protest (more like a yell) and then silent. My baby has a high tolerance for pain already!
I think that's pretty much it for now....oh I saw Duplicity with Julia Roberts last night and I loved it! I can see why people haven't liked it though and why it is not a blockbuster. However, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
promises of hope
God has always been a huge part of my life. I am blessed in the way that I have always felt God near and physically seen his presence in my life. Which is why I can't fathom the thought of not seeing God in everything.
The birth of my baby is a medical miracle. No ovulation=no baby. Well, apparently not in my case. All things are possible!
I just read MckMamma's post and I feel the same way. They were told that their baby would not be born alive. Yet 13 weeks later, there he was healthy as could be. But now they are again facing trials that from men's point of view are impossible and hopeless. BUT NOT WITH GOD. Please take some time and pray for this family as I can tell from her recent posts she is struggling to feel God's hope even though she knows it is there.
The power of prayer is our greatest asset. It is the most precious gift we can give to our friends, family, neighbors, brothers and sisters in Christ and anyone who crosses our paths.
The birth of my baby is a medical miracle. No ovulation=no baby. Well, apparently not in my case. All things are possible!
I just read MckMamma's post and I feel the same way. They were told that their baby would not be born alive. Yet 13 weeks later, there he was healthy as could be. But now they are again facing trials that from men's point of view are impossible and hopeless. BUT NOT WITH GOD. Please take some time and pray for this family as I can tell from her recent posts she is struggling to feel God's hope even though she knows it is there.
The power of prayer is our greatest asset. It is the most precious gift we can give to our friends, family, neighbors, brothers and sisters in Christ and anyone who crosses our paths.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Friday March 27th - Mateo's 4 month birthday!
I cannot believe that my little angel is 4 months old today. It feels just like yesterday that I was going through the traumatizing expierience of delivering my 8 and a half lb. baby boy. It's hard to remember holding an 8 lb. baby now that he is almost 18 lbs.!
My son, my child. To think that just one year ago, I thought I would never be able to say those words about a biological child. To think that one year ago I was 1 month pregnant and didn't even know it!
Mateo - loves to cuddle, 10+ hours a night sleeper, a lover of music, is low key, handles mom's endless costume changes for him, tolerates dogs sniffing him and occasionally licking him, is about to pop out 6 teeth, a lover of watching tv, especially soccer, is a godson to Allison and Neil, a godbrother to Elise and Anna, enjoys kicking the water, is learning to jump in his jumperoo, has learned to spin in his exersaucer, has said "hi" and "mamamamamamama" and is getting to heavy for momma to carry.
OUR WONDERFUL, PRECIOUS MIRACLE FROM OUR SAVIOUR!!!
My son, my child. To think that just one year ago, I thought I would never be able to say those words about a biological child. To think that one year ago I was 1 month pregnant and didn't even know it!
Mateo - loves to cuddle, 10+ hours a night sleeper, a lover of music, is low key, handles mom's endless costume changes for him, tolerates dogs sniffing him and occasionally licking him, is about to pop out 6 teeth, a lover of watching tv, especially soccer, is a godson to Allison and Neil, a godbrother to Elise and Anna, enjoys kicking the water, is learning to jump in his jumperoo, has learned to spin in his exersaucer, has said "hi" and "mamamamamamama" and is getting to heavy for momma to carry.
OUR WONDERFUL, PRECIOUS MIRACLE FROM OUR SAVIOUR!!!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
prayer needed
I have recently started following a blog that has been very inspirational in my life. I hope it is for yours too. And please....when you think about it, pray for baby STELLAN!
http://mycharmingkids.net
http://mycharmingkids.net
my sleepy baby
I am still ABSOLUTELY amazed at how much my baby sleeps. Every morning I wake up and can't believe he's still sleeping. Sometimes he doesn't even wake up when I put him in his car seat! He just snuggles in to you as you pick him up out of his crib and then settles right in the car seat.
Sometimes I wish he would wake up in the morning so I could have some mommy bonding time before I go to work, and then I remember how lucky I am that he is sleeping 10+ hours a night and remind myself to be content!
My mom talked to Mateo on the phone last night, and for the first time he wasn't much interested. But there was soccer on the plasma and he is his mother's son. Don't distract me when there's soccer on!
I hope everyone has a blessed day today!
Sometimes I wish he would wake up in the morning so I could have some mommy bonding time before I go to work, and then I remember how lucky I am that he is sleeping 10+ hours a night and remind myself to be content!
My mom talked to Mateo on the phone last night, and for the first time he wasn't much interested. But there was soccer on the plasma and he is his mother's son. Don't distract me when there's soccer on!
I hope everyone has a blessed day today!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
bath time
Mateo had a bath tonight I try and remember to weigh him when it's bath night and he seems to have lost a little weight so my almost 4 month old only weighs about 16 lbs instead of the 18 he weighed last week.
He hasn't been eating as much as he normally does because of his teeth. He is also a bit congested so he is snorting a lot. My adorable piggy!
Those teeth are still really bothering him and he had to have a couple of doses of ibuprofen today. But luckily that seems to help him a lot. I need to try and take a picture of his "teethers" coming in.
We had worship team practice tonight and I love seeing Anna with Mateo! It makes me imagine having a second baby and how cute they would be together. It cracks me up when Anna tries to give Mateo his "boppy". Absolutely precious...
Well, signing off for tonight, another 10 hour work day tomorrow!
God bless.
He hasn't been eating as much as he normally does because of his teeth. He is also a bit congested so he is snorting a lot. My adorable piggy!
Those teeth are still really bothering him and he had to have a couple of doses of ibuprofen today. But luckily that seems to help him a lot. I need to try and take a picture of his "teethers" coming in.
We had worship team practice tonight and I love seeing Anna with Mateo! It makes me imagine having a second baby and how cute they would be together. It cracks me up when Anna tries to give Mateo his "boppy". Absolutely precious...
Well, signing off for tonight, another 10 hour work day tomorrow!
God bless.
Mateo - teething
My baby is teething folks! He has at least 6 teeth coming in all at one time. 2 molars on the bottom (1 on each side) and the 2 front on the bottom and the top. Poor kid! His nose is runny, low grade fever, sleeping a lot and stuffing both hands in his mouth at the same time.
He's drinking 8oz every night before bed and is sleeping about 10 hours each night. He is talking up a storm and said his first distinguishable word "HI" on 3/24. He weighs about 18 lbs and will be 4 months old on Friday!
He talks to me every day on the phone from Allison's house and I love those conversations! They are priceless.
He's drinking 8oz every night before bed and is sleeping about 10 hours each night. He is talking up a storm and said his first distinguishable word "HI" on 3/24. He weighs about 18 lbs and will be 4 months old on Friday!
He talks to me every day on the phone from Allison's house and I love those conversations! They are priceless.
First Post
This one will be quick folks! I'm on break at work and decided that I wanted to start a blog. I think it's important to have a record of my little one as he is growing up! If others enjoy it too, then double bonus.
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