Kenna's Necklace from LightShine Designs

So yesterday was Easter and today is Kenna's three month birthday.  She's a big three month old girl today.  Yay, Kenna!

And we are all about making memories.  So, we made sure we spent some time at the hospital with our girl.  It's super important.  I'm not just sitting around at the hospital during that time, even though I am.  What I'm really doing is helping my baby heal.  She breathes better from snuggling on my chest and hearing me breathe, hearing my heart beat.  She is easier going and relaxes more.  (When I heard that, I had to double check and make sure that she wasn't sick.  Kenna is usually pretty feisty.)

The big thing is that she not come unglued all the time.  She can't gain weight that way.  She has to be calm.  And those words do not usually describe my baby girl.

So, I was sitting on the couch in the garage trying to get some work done the other day when Sam brought me the mail.  And I was super excited when I saw the package from my friend Rebecca, owner of LightShine Designs.  She makes custom jewelry.  Most recently, she made me custom jewelry.  Rebecca contacted me and asked about making a piece for Kenna.  She asked me for some ideas, and when I opened the package, I realized how perfect it was, how well she had listened. 

The custom necklace has a 'K' for Kenna and a purple crystal butterfly because that's what I'm doing her bedding in...purple butterflies.  It is perfect.  And I couldn't wait to wear it for the first time on Easter Sunday.

I held Kenna and told her the story of the necklace.  I told her that one day it would be hers.  She seemed to like that.  She slept with her hand wrapped around the chain.  And I'm sure as she gets older and more aware she will admire the butterfly and know that the 'K' is for Kenna. 

If you want a magical piece that is custom made, contact Rebecca.  She has a ton of pictures of the jewelry she has made on her LightShine Designs fan page.  And the pieces that she has up for sale can be found on her Etsy page.  I love her wire wrapped stone necklaces.  I plan on dropping many hints to Sam.  I mean, Mother's Day is coming. 

All I know is how much I appreciate this piece.  It's hard to find affordable custom made jewelry.  And it is so special to have something so meaningful.  Thank you, Rebecca!

Dreamers give thanks...low key

We're having a quiet dinner...just the two of us.

How special I decide to make it will depend upon whether or not Sam works.  If he works, I'll make sure when he comes home we dine by candlelight.  And if he doesn't, I'll play it by ear.

He's not known for being traditionally romantic.  And I'm okay with that.  What he is...is genuine.  He's real.  And whenever he tells me something, I know he means it.

The other night, he said the prettiest things.  I was upset because even though we spend a lot of time together when it comes to physical presence, I don't always feel like I get the most quality time.  I don't always feel like we connect.  He had gone across the road and told me he'd be back in twenty minutes at the most.  I decided to use his absence to get some work done.

So, I completed two blog posts, caught up on my Facebook, checked in on Twitter, took a tinkle, and then slipped on some shoes to drag him home...possibly kicking and screaming.  It had been an hour.  It was nearly 9:30pm.  And I wanted to spend time together.  I needed snuggles.

He came quietly.  No complaining at least.  And I was in a pout.  Stupid pregnancy hormones.

Sam did what he does.  He tried to explain.  He tried to apologize.  He tried to offer comfort.  He finally did what I love.  He used such pretty words.

Sam: Baby, I don't understand. You have my whole heart.  You have all my love.  You have all my attention.  And when we're apart, I spend all my time trying to think of ways to keep you happy.

I know it's true...the keeping me happy part.  And being reminded that he loves me so very much...that was what I needed.

I turned to him, ready to speak, but instead, he kissed me.  He really kissed me.  Repeatedly.  And I was rendered speechless.

He's one of the many things I'm thankful for.  These moments are treasured.  And I have so many more to look forward to.

Our Thanksgiving may be small and intimate, but it is no less special than the ones where we are surrounded by all those we love.  Take time to appreciate all the little moments in your life.