Life's Decisions: I'm bearing all!

Why is it that decisions in life are sometimes hard? I'm having to make a decision that will affect the rest of my life.
My OB told me on Friday that he wanted to do surgery to repair the tubal ligation that I had done after Jaidyn was born which had apparently failed. I've had 3 miscarriages in the past year and a few months which my OB felt were tubal pregnancies that had taken care of themselves. If I don't have the surgery to repair them I risk my life as well as the baby's life. The baby obviously wouldn't be able to survive but why risk my life too? I have always felt there was one more child waiting for me and have had confirmation from my Heavenly Father that that was true, but this puts me at a crossroad. Did my child already come and go in those miscarriages? What do I do? As I write this I have tears coming down... Do I take pills, get an IUD? The initial decision to have the tubal ligation weighed heavily on us and we prayed and prayed and went to the temple and we both felt it was right to do. I don't handle pregnancy too well and it really takes a toll on me as well as the baby since they come so early. I really don't know what to do and my heart hurts at this decision. I'm typically not so open because I've always been afraid of judgment, but I'm putting this out there so that maybe I can get some insight as to what to do.
If you're reading this will you say a little prayer for me? Even if you don't know me I could use all the help I can get.

Veteran's Day

I can't help but stop and think about the major sacrifice made by so many men and women for our country. Life today wouldn't be possible without their many sacrifices. I always think about the soldiers in my life which are my Uncle Tom who served in Vietnam, and my Grandfather Thomas S. Bullock who served in WWII and was a Japanese prisoner of war for quite some time. They are both good men and I'm proud to be a part of their family, I love them both very much.

Here's a really cute giveaway for the baby in your life!

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These bibs called FIBS are so cute! They have several designs that dress up the usual bibs we're all used to. Save your baby's cute outfits by using these! It's sure to get your little one noticed! Click on the link above to enter!

Up coming Avon specials!

Just to let you know there are some great specials in AVON coming up! There's full size lotions for only $1.49! This includes Moisture Therapy, the Naturals line as well as the silicone glove and skin so soft lines. Lip balms in children's and regular themed styles are only .99 cents! These make great gifts for Christmas as well as for your neighbors who you may need a quick gift when they bring you one. I'm happy to help you get gifts together and give you a catalog if you live close by. If you don't live close by feel free to stop by my website www.youravon.com/hgrimes Here's a picture of the lotions for you to preview! Also there's free shipping on any order if you enter the code: FSWER If you want to join my emailing list for great deals for customers only shoot me your email and I'll add you to my list. There's emails that go out weekly or bi-weekly.

Win 1 of 3 Personalized Wood Toy Boxes

Win 1 of 3 Personalized Wood Toy Boxes

Enter to win one of three personalized, handcrafted, laser engraved toyboxes (retail value up to $350) from Wood Creations (http://woodtoybox.com), a family-owned business based in Bismarck, North Dakota.

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Family Photo Shoot... Tell me what you think!

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Pumpkin Chololate Chip Bread

I'm feeling festive already for Thanksgiving and I decided today was a good day for Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread. It was so easy to make and it's currently in the oven smelling wonderful! I can't wait to eat it. So, here's the recipe for you to try!

INGREDIENTS:
3 C white sugar
1 15 oz. can pumpkin puree
1 C vegetable oil
2/3 C water
4 Eggs
3 1/2 C all purpose flour
1 TBS ground cinnamon
1 TBS ground nutmeg
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 C chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 3 9x5 in. loaf pans.

In a large bowl, combine sugar, pumpkin, oil, water, and eggs. Beat until smooth. Blend in flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Fold in chocolate chips.

Bake for 1 hour, or until inserted knife or toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks before removing from pans.

These are so moist and delicious! The pumpkin flavor isn't too overwhelming and it's a wonderful blend of flavors.

I hope you enjoy it!

My Children!

Here's Hannah and Jaidyn in their school pictures! Hannah and Jaidyn will be starting Jr. Jazz this year too. They are getting so big and I'm so proud to be their mom.

Introducing my father

I haven't known my dad since he and my mom were divorced when I was 5. He moved out of state and I didn't get a chance to know him. Recently we found each other and I'm excited to get to know him as an adult. So here is a recent photo of him. I also discovered I have 2 half sisters who I'm excited to get to know as well. Here's to new memories and healing!

Snuggle time

Just have to say I love it when Hannah wants to sit next to me and snuggle. She doesn't like to sit on my lap anymore, she says she's too old, but likes to wrap her arm through mine and lean against me. I cherish moments like these...