Happy Anniversary Weekend

Friday morning we set out on our first real vacation just the two of us in a long time. We go places all the time but they are usually tacked on the the end of business trip or with friends and family. It was fun to set off just the two of us well three actually Keegan was kicking like crazy all weekend. It was great to spend so much time with my hubs just the two of us. Life gets so crazy and he travels all the time and I work and come home exhausted that sometimes quality time just does not happen. So that's what we had, a long weekend of quality time.
On our way to Savannah we decided to stop by ikea in Atlanta because we do not often find our way over and there was a light I knew I wanted for the nursery. We ended up getting all of the lighting, floor lamp, table lamp and the original pendant lamp. It was all a great price and just what I was looking for. Since I found out that I was pregnant had a boys room planned out. Guess it was my subconscious knowing it was a boy because I was clueless on a girl! After our detour we were back on the road. We got to savannah around 5:30 got checked in and hit River Street.






There was so much to take in and it was all so very old. The rivers edge was so pretty and all the people were enjoying themselves. It was odd because they do not have an open container law so everyone walks around with a drink. There are only a million places to eat. We choose The Cotton Exchange the first night by recommendation of an old friend. It was very yummy with shrimp and grits :) this southern girl loves shrimp and grits





After dinner we made a pit stop at a yummy candy store and I got a caramel apple one of my only craving while I have been pregnant.


We did a little shopping mostly just looking at all the people an taking it all in. We ended up turning in early after a long day of driving. It was a great first day. Day two coming once we are home and I have all the pictures!


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Introducing Mr. Keegan Keeley

Yesterday morning we had an ultrasound. I was so excited but also nervous. I could not wait to see my little one but was also nervous to see him after such a long time. I wanted him to be perfect and healthy. After having to wait for a while we were finally called back. Then the ultrasound lady started but had the screen turned towards her so she could do all the official business first taking measurements and what not. Then she turned the screen and there was our sweet angle. I was already so in love then I saw his face and he is beautiful. I started crying while laying there hold Seans hand seeing our sweet angles face for the first time. Oh I have never felt such joy. Then came hearing his heart beat and to me that is just so magical. God is truly amazing. After seeing his face it was time to find out gender. After a little shaking to get him moving he let us know that he was all boy and we were just thrilled we honestly did not care one way or another. A boy is great and I thought oh I will have a mamas boy :). I have to say this was one the most exciting days of my life this far. After we left the doctor we grabbed some breakfast to kill time before the shops opened. I was dying to buy some sweet blue things :). We did buy some super cute things but with our big trip to Savannah I did not go too crazy just two outfits and a burp cloth with his initial on it. I am so in love with this little angel growing inside of me.






Keegan David Keeley





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Heaven on earth

Hello from the beach! Actually laying on the beach now soaking in the last little bit of sun before time to go home. It has been a great trip full of good fun friends and relaxation. Just what the doctor ordered! Sean completed his ride yesterday of 75 miles and I was beyond proud of him for this accomplishment. It was so fun to stand at the finish line cheering him in!
My mom and I spent the day on the beach with my Aunt Cindy we went to eat at the yummy Shrimp Basket. I love the beach so much just wish I could bring my own bed down because I did not sleep but I thankfully could just spend my day relaxing away.






I will post race pictures once I get home and put them on my computer.
Tomorrow we have a doctors appointment and we are going to beg to see if we could do an ultrasound. Hopefully he will say yes and we will get to find out the sex of our little bundle of joy!!! So excited I can't wait!

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16 weeks

We have made it to 16 weeks!!! Things are going pretty smoothly now most of the sickness is going away and I almost feel human again! I am looking forward to a little vacation this weekend. The hubs is doing a bike ride for MS this weekend so I will be heading down Friday after work to spend some time at my favorite place in the world. I hope to soak up so good sun and eat some yummy seafood. I took my first "baby bump" picture last night I will try to post it sometime this week. There is not too much there and my dad lovingly referred as a beer gut. Sweet I know. Now to watch my 90210 and glee!!




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Big News :)

So, I am a terrible blogger but at least I have a good excuse. WE ARE HAVING A BABY!!!! We are so excited we are almost 16 weeks along now. The first trimester was a doozy and the so far the second is better but I am still not out of the clear yet. Hopefully soon I will turn that corner. They say that morning sickness or as mine is all day or evening sickness means healthy baby so I will take it! I have started showing a little and it is both very exciting and a very strange thing. It is still not all the way a bump but more bump the fat looking so that is very exciting. That is where I have been and hopefully I can start blogging more to keep up with how things are going and I want to start back being active again. I am already not sleeping so I have been up since 5 am this morning and about to go get ready for a massage so I can't really complain :) Chloe is a bit upset that mommy is up so early cleaning and blogging. She keeps looking at me like you have to be kidding me it is Saturday and you are up why. Oh well baby Keeley is already calling all the shoots. Have a great weekend.  

Boston

The hubs and I spent last weekend in boston. We had such a great time and ate some super fabulous food. Hopefully I can put up some pictures soon. Boston is such a charming city. Even though there is a large population it still has a small town feel with tree lined streets and gas burning street lamps. It was so nice. We will be home this weekend then gone almost every weekend in September so we will take a nice relaxing weekend. I am already ready for Friday to get in some major relaxing time.


This is the only picture I have but it was our yummy lunch on Sunday and this adorable Italian restaurant.
More on Boston soon!


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Weekend DIY

I have been trying to get my house together for a tea I am having this coming weekend. In the process I decided that I needed a table runner. So I went to Hobby Lobby and bought some fabric. Now keep in mind I have not sewn in about 15 years. My old sewing machine is broken so I borrowed one. Then I began the adventure. Over all I am pleased with how it turned out. I learned a lot and may redo it sometime in the future. I had never done a ruffle before but it was supper easy. Everything In my house is going to have a ruffle on it! Here is the finished product.











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Come august...

Lots of changes are taking place in my life right now. First off I'm going to be going to a new classroom in August. I am beyond excited. I can't wait to see what's in store. I feel like myself and the other teacher will work well together and can be a team. I think that's the best for everyone when you are a team. I'm ready to really see what I can do. It is not the position I was hoping for come august but I am happy with it now.
I have also been contemplating go back to school. I know it's in my plans it's just a matter of when. I want to learn more about my field just not sure when to make it happen. I would also love to one day go to a school system so when we have kids I could have their same vacations. I hope God shows me the way soon.


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Life

Life has gotten in the way of the blog. Everything has been going well, not hitting the gym as much. I have also be out of town so much I spend my weeks recovering from my weekends. Kind of backwards.
This past weekend I had the pleasure of celebrating with a good friend Laura at the beach for her bachelorette party. We had a blast but I did not bring my camera so I have no pictures from the weekend. The weather was perfect could not have asked for better. It was a good time with lots of girls to let our hair down.
This weekend we are headed up to my dads on the lake to have some forth of July fun! I can't wait for another long weekend. I am ready to grill out and enjoy the sun with a good book.
More to come soon!


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New York Day 1

Day One:We wanted to get in a full day of New York even though we would be traveling so we had a 6 am flight. Wow that was early so that means a 3:45 wake up call. When we made it to the airport security line was terrible, never the case in Birmingham. We stood through the line and as we were getting close to the front I realize like an idiot I do not have my id. I never take it out because I never use it but the week before I had used a small change purse for a few days in place of my wallet. I call my oh so fabulous Lovie and tell him to fly like the wind to bring me my id. Thankfully the TSA guy told me I could stand on the side and wait for Sean and then hop in the front of the line as to not miss my flight. I did make it, I was the last to board but I made it! We had a direct flight so it was nice and I took a little nap to get ready for our big day.

When we arrived we caught a cab into down town. We were able to check in early which was great! We settled into our room and needed breakfast immediately.
Our first adventure out was to the Statue of Liberty. We managed the subway down and waited and waited for the ferry to take us out. There were so many people I could not believe. It was such a beautiful day. I had been to the Statue of Liberty before a long time ago but it was my moms first time. We were not able to go up in the statue because you have to make reservations over a month in advance, we did not. It was still fun to head out there see her. We ate lunch at a little our door cafe and walked around and enjoyed the sights. As we were walking around I was getting very sleepy and was afraid I would not make it through the day but I made it with a little help from some caffeine. I have given up caffeine so it was a big deal.

Our first adventure out was to the Statue of Liberty. We managed the subway down and waited and waited for the ferry to take us out. There were so many people I could not believe. It was such a beautiful day. I had been to the Statue of Liberty before a long time ago but it was my moms first time. We were not able to go up in the statue because you have to make reservations over a month in advance, we did not. It was still fun to head out there see her. We ate lunch at little our door cafe and walked around and enjoyed the sights. As we were walking around I was getting very sleepy and was afraid I would not make it through the day but I made it with a little help from some caffeine. I have given up caffeine so it was a big deal.


After we got back to dry land we decided we would walk over to ground zero. Well this turned into quite the adventure. We made it over there without any problems and walked all around but there was not too much to see now that things are being rebuilt. There are fences around everything. It is surreal to be there even still. I was there when I was younger and did not appreciate for what it was and I have been back now in every stage. From the hole in the ground to now rebuilding it's crazy how it has changed everything.

Fire-Station across from ground zero

The trip back took a little while. We did not really not know what line to take back to our hotel. We made it after a long walking detour back to our place. We were able to see lots of good sights but my moms feet were hurting so bad that she didn't care what we walked past. 

Once we finally made it back to our hotel my friend Josh met us there and we had a glass of wine and a surprise chocolate cake and strawberries for my mom's birthday! Then we went to dinner and this yummy Mexican place. It was so nice to get to catch up with Josh. We walked to Bryant Park after dinner and explored more of the city. Then back to the hotel to talk and go to bed after a long day. 

Concrete jungle where dreams are made of!

Headed to New York bright and early in the morning. I am so excited I can hardly stand myself. I have so much to do before then. I some how have to pack get my toes done clean the house make sure the laundry is done so I can pack then squish it all into a carry-on. Wish me luck with that. I can't wait!!!!!!


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Keep Rollin

Driving driving driving but that means we are listening to lots of Glee :) except Sean just took over and we are listing to country yuck. I have to be in the mood and I'm not bring back my glee.



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Location:Car

Maybe next time

I have not done well with my goals this week. I am struggling in several areas; nutrition, being present, exercise. Oh well there is always next week. This weekend we are going to my in-laws and I'm really excited except about the drive. We wot be leaving till I get off work so I hope to the road by 6:30 so that means 12:30 or time 1:30 there time. I'm and old lady, I will be sleeping in the car! I can not wait to see Samantha and spoil her rotten and give her so much love. I hate I don't get to see her more often! I also would love to go to the gap distribution outlet but don't know if we will have time. They have so much junk but you can also find some great cheap stuff. I will also be eating some of my beloved Gold Star Chili. We will also get to see Sean's parents new house. It will be so weird to go to a new house and even more odd for Sean. That us the only Keeley house I have known but I am excited to see the new place!

That's all for now about to go to lunch even though the is still one stubborn strong-willed little one that is screaming because he does not think nap time applies to him :(


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Lovie

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY LOVIE!
I and so excited to spend another birthday to celebrate your life. A life that I am so blessed to be a part of. You are my everything, my rock, my best friend, my husband. I am so glad that God made you to be my other half to live our life together to see which way life will take us. You always stand by my side even when that path is bumpy and I am so blessed. I am so thankful to be your wife an to celebrate YOUR day. Because it is your day no matter what this is the day for you.
I Lovie you Lovie.











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Present

I have told myself I need to be more present in my own life. I have realized that I depend on my phone/computer to help me "check-out". I don't want to be that way anymore I want to be present in my own life. I know I have been using it as a coping tool but I know I need to let my mind think and process everything that has been going on in my life. So, this weeks challenge is being present in my own life and not checking out when I have a moment of down time but to think and pray about where I have been and where I need to go.
On a lighter note :) this weekend was pretty fun. Sean was out of town Friday and most of Saturday so I had some me time. Saturday I went to the thrift store something I have never really done. And I am pleased to say I found some awesome things. The biggest bonus was I only spent 33$ and I was able to get so much!!! I have really been wanting to expand my style lately I have always like to be slightly different in my style but sometimes I get in a rut and that's what I have been having lately. I read tons of blogs and one new one I just started reading has inspired me. She has such amazing style and she gets so many things from the thrift store I thought I would give it a shot. I really went in looking for old things I could put a new a fresh twist on. I did find several things like that and I also found some current things to work into my wardrobe. It was like treasure hunting an when I left I was so proud. I got four tops, a dress, a skirt, a blazer, a belt, and a beautiful glass pitcher. I have a few pictures that are terrible but show you the fun outfits I will try to take better ones soon.



A very old dress that I ended up wearing to church without the jacket I think it's so cute but I need a necklace.



Another old skirt that I ended up pulling up and belting it with the tanks tucked in for dinner Saturday night it was really fun.



This shirt is actually more peach than the hunters orange it looks like in the picture. I I have it on at work today with the belt and long shorts. White pants are a no go when you work with two year olds.

More pictures to come soon when I find cute ways to wear it all :)

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Puppy Love

Unhappy puppy that mommy and daddy were getting ready church. She wanted a lazy day in the bed.




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Where I have been

So, I am not sure if I am back or not but I thought I would update. I was not sure how much I would share and how much I would keep in but I think it is important to share as hard as it is. It just sucks because I will be posting bad new before I even got to post the good news. On April 12 Sean and I found out we were pregnant. We were ecstatic to say the  least. His parents happen to be in town and we were able to tell them  in person. It had always been such a dilemma not knowing how we would tell them, it just worked out perfectly.  Then we went down the list telling my parents and everyone was so excited. We kept in the family until we went to the doctor that Friday. At that point they said we were 7 weeks. I started buying the baby books and was just so excited. Many people found out that day and we were flying on cloud 9. Things were going well and we had our first ultrasound on April 28th. We could not wait to see our little peanut. It seemed like it took forever for those two weeks to pass by. I continued to read everything I could about my pregnancy so I could be well informed. I was trying to still get some exercise but I was so tired all the time it didn't really happen. I also of course had to stop trying to lose weight. Everything was changing and we were so excited for the journey. That thursday came and it was the day after the tragic storms we had here in Alabama. I hated to be so excited when so many were with out anything but none the less we went to our ultrasound. We were able to see the little munchkin but he or she was just a little blob. Still so cute. Heart rate was good and they told everything was looking great but we were not as far along as he had first said. They told us we were only six weeks. It wasn't that big of a deal but I was very surprised. We saw the doctor he told us we were looking great and he would see us in a month.
Straight from the doctor we left for the beach. We had had the trip planned for a while with some friends from college and we were excited to go hang out and spread our good news. We made it down Thursday night and went to dinner and then came back to the condo to wait for the others to arrive. I went on to bed because I was so tired. I woke up friday morning super early for no reason and watched part of the royal wedding. I thought she was beautiful and I got swept up into the fairy tail. Then I went back to sleep and woke up and everyone was up and talking. Sean and I decided it would be a good time to share our news! Everyone was happy and it was fun to share our news with such a great group of friends. We all started getting ready for a day in the sun. Before we walked down I decided I would go to the restroom one more time in hopes of not having to walk back up millions of times. Thats when our world changed again. Sean came over to find me in a heap of tears so we called my doctor and they told us to go to the ER. That was the longest drive of my life filled with bargaining with God and pleading with him. After two ultrasounds we  knew there was no longer a heartbeat so the decision had to be made as to what we wanted to do. I decided to have a d and c so we waited. The whole day is a blur of waiting but then I also remember every little detail. God put some amazing doctors and nurses in my path that day I was very lucky for that. It was hard because we didn't have our family with us and we wanted to be with them during this terrible time. We made it through the day and after thinking about it we decided to stay at the beach for the night because it was so late when I finally was discharged. We were spent emotionally and physically. Unfortunately the anesthesia made me sick so that night was terrible, but our great friends helped by going to get my prescriptions for me. I woke up the next morning and still wanted to go to the beach before we were to head home that afternoon. The day was so nice and it was so good to be at the beach and hangout with friends to keep my mind off of things we decided to stay. We didn't want to go back to the devastation that was Alabama. So we stayed the rest of the weekend. It was terrible coming back home everything was a reminder that we no longer were going to have a baby. It has been such a hard journey and everyday I struggle with the fact that I am no longer pregnant. I know God has an amazing plan for us and we have always left things in his hand. So we continue to leave it in his hand but it is hard. I struggle everyday. Mother's day was hard, fridays are hard everyday is hard but also most days it is getting better. It is a struggle.
Starting on Monday I back on my diet and exercise plan so I can get my body in the best possible shape so that we can try again. My mom and I have a fun trip to New York to celebrate her birthday and to see one of my very best friends. I want to be looking good for that as well so I am about to kick it into high gear.
So this has been where I have been and this is the journey that we have been on.

Changes

Things in my life have changed so much over the past couple of weeks I have no idea which way to go. I will come back to blogging and healthy living at some point but right now I just need to find my way.

Hear Comes Peter Cotton Tail Hopin' Down the Bunny Trail

Easter is in full swing here in the Keeley house hold. We dyed Easter eggs at my mom's house today and we had a competition. I some how lost even though I had the best eggs, as I do every year. I forgot to take any pictures and the eggs are probably being made in to potato salad right now. Tomorrow we will get ready to go to church to celebrate that Jesus Christ has risen! We are so lucky that God has sent his only son to die for us. As I think about that I can not even imagine that kind of sacrifice. To know that you will have to watch your child suffer is an unbearable thought. I am so very thankful. I always love the Easter service at church it is always so refreshing and uplifting. I am very excited to then go and spend the rest of the day with my moms family.  Tonight there will be 20 people joining our church. It is an absolutely beautiful service that last about three hours total. This year my bed time is before it will be over.
The Easter bunny has ran at our house a got me a very cute beach towel! I am excited as I will be be putting it to good use next weekend when we go to the beach! The bunny also brought Chloe as super cute collar and Sean some much needed polos. We did it a bit early because we can never wait.

Did not want her picture taken. 

Cute new collar! 

New beach towel!

Our sweet puppy