Sunday, October 24, 2010

who am i... Libra

LIBRA

Balance is the keyword for this sign, and when it comes to keeping everything on an even keel, a Libra will lead the pack. Peace loving and judicial, this sign abhors being alone. Partnerships are very important for the Libra, especially those on a personal level. With their winning personalities and cooperative style, they aren't apt to be alone for long!
Friends and Family
Fun loving and willing to help out, the Libra makes an excellent friend. Even though they can be late and indecisive, once they're on the scene, they're ready to go. This flexible sign loves to spend time with friends and family and doesn't hesitate to initiate gatherings. Sociable and suave, Librans naturally draw people to them. They have a way of creating a compelling aura of harmony around them. When it comes to challenges, this balancing sign can see both perspectives in a disagreement, making them excellent problem-solvers. Companionable, they're apt to keep their friends and family busy.
Career and Money
Harmony is the keyword for this sign. For the Libra, maintaining this is of the utmost importance. They can be excellent leaders and will work hard to earn and deserve the privilege. Truth and justice always prevail for Librans as they go about their days. Working with others or in a partnership is ideal for this social sign. Artistic and persuasive, these folks are gifted talkers who do well in any position that provides a platform for them to chat.
Careers that involve justice such as police officer, lawyer, or judge are excellent choices for Libra. They will also succeed at such occupations as diplomat, civil servant, interior decorator, composer, and fashion designer. Group settings pose no challenge for Librans - in fact, the more the merrier. Their strong sense of diplomacy serves well in almost anything they do.
If you go shopping with a Libra, best to plan some extra time! This sign can be terribly indecisive when it comes to purchasing. Balancing their money, however, is a snap for Libra. Keeping a good balance between savings and spending money is a real talent for these folks. Their love of fashion and housewares can see them out and about in stores quite often. One of Libra's favorite pastimes is to shop for someone special.
Love and Sex
Finding the right partner will be a priority in the Libra's life. For those already in a relationship, maintaining the peace and harmony takes center stage. A Libra alone is a sad thing indeed, not to mention unnatural. They need to connect with others. As lovers they are expressive, creative, and balanced. They love to make their partners feel completely and thoroughly satisfied from conversation to lovemaking. Librans' charm and dedication to striking the perfect balance with others makes them wonderful partners.
LIBRA TIDBITS
Health
Each sign has a part of the anatomy attached to it, making this the area of the body that is most sensitive to stimulation. The anatomical areas for Libra are the kidneys, lower back, adrenal glands, and appendix.
Ruling Planet
The ruling planet for Libra is Venus. This planet's action is gentle and harmonious. It governs beauty, charm, emotional contacts, possessions, unions of all kinds, singing, art, culture, sweets and sugar, and moral character.
Color
The color of choice for Libra is blue.
Gemstone
Libra's star stone is the sapphire.
Lucky Numbers
Libra's lucky numbers are 1, 2, and 7.
Compatibility
Librans are most compatible with Aquarius and Gemini.
The Perfect Gift
The best gifts for a Libra are music and items that create relaxation.
Likes
Pleasant conversation, beauty, balance, fairness, romance
Dislikes
Being treated unfairly, ugly places, rough people, making a final decision
House
Natural sign of the Seventh House. This house focuses on marriage, partnerships, public relations, open enemies, and other people.
Strengths
Social, fair-minded, cooperative, diplomatic, gracious
Weaknesses
Indecisive, will carry a grudge, avoids confrontations, self-pity
Charismatic marks
Attractive, graceful, medium build, no sharp features Best environmentAny place that is beautiful where the company is harmonious. Very social and happiest doing things in the company of another.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

3 months old...

i can't believe abbi is 3 months old!! :)
here are the highlights of the last month! :)* we started doing consistant tummy time! she isn't all that impressed... :)
* with doing tummy time more often, she did roll over from her tummy to her back!! and then she is much happier!
* she is smiling more and more everyday! we love seeing that beautiful little smile!
* her smiles started out with a cute little shy/flirty smile where she would duck her head and smile at you. melts me everytime!
* right before she crys she gets a little pouty face and sticks out her bottom lip. it is really quite cute... i try not to giggle too loud when she starts to cry.
* she is eating really well. we conquered the 2 hour schedule and then moved on to a 2 1/2 hours one!
* abbi gets so excited about eating that she "pats" momma while she is eating. it is so cute! her little hands just love making sure momma is still there! :)
* she is our little cuddler. and she loves to touch skin while she is nestled in. usually reaches under our shirts to touch our chest. so sweet.
* what a little swabba monster!! lots and lots of slobber!!
* we have gotten into a nice routine of giving her a bath everynight. she loves it!! loves to spash her feet. i am not sure she knows what she is doing, but she smiles when she does it.
* when the weather was a little nicer, we would try to take a walk with the stroller in the evenings too. abbi loved looking around and seeing all the cool stuff on our walks!
* abbi loves our ceiling fans!! we have one in her room, in the living room and in our bedroom. she is totally fascinated by them!
* she is starting to "play" with toys more. we have a few rattles and stuffed animals that are quickly becoming her favorite things to grab for. she is still more interested in chewing on her fists and fingers, but she does enjoy hearing the rattle noises and getting kisses from the stuffed animals!
* at about 10 weeks old she noticed herself in the mirror! and smiled at herself! she will also look at us in the mirror and smile at us too.
* she still uses the binky on occasion, but if she wants to smile... spit!! out it goes!
* in our 2 1/2 - 3 hour schedule we : eat, play and sleep. during play time we have a ton of fun!! we read books, go for a walk, play with toys, help momma put away laundry, swing, floor/tummy time...
* naptime has been a struggle. she has gotten better about sleeping for naps, but wouldn't lay in her bed. for a few weeks if i cuddled her she would go to sleep right away and then we could lay her in her bed. then we just decided to lay her in bed... she cries for a few minutes and then falls asleep. somedays are better than others, but for the most part she will go to sleep fairly well and sleep for an hour or so.
* abbi is a mover!! she is moving all of the time!! she kicks when laying down and will kick off any blanket! what a cutie!!
* october is my favorite month of the year! and i have gotten abbi several fun october/halloween outfits!! this little black onsie with a orange tutu is my favorite!! :)
* she is always chewing on her fists or hands! sometimes she gets so into the chewing that she chokes or gags on them! silly girl!! around 12 weeks old she started sucking on her left thumb too!! it is so cute! one time it is the right... the next time its the left! :) on a few occasions she will stick BOTH thumbs in her mouth and suck them! she intertwines her little fingers too! darling!
* it is fun that she recognizes us (mom, dad and nanny). she will follow us as we move around a room. or look for us if she hears our voices.
* i went back to work just a few days after abbi turned 12 weeks old. it was a rough thing for me. i missed being home with her in the mornings. she is such a sweetie. we were both pretty worn out after that first day... so we took a nap together! :)
* the weekend before i went back to work my wonderful friend, ruth, and her little family came to visit us!! they loved abbi and it was so great to spend time with them!!
* she loves to be standing up or sitting up! she wants to be part of the action! no more laying down in the boppy!! :) or rare at least. her new favorite is the bumbo, that way she can sit up and be part of whatever is going on.


Friday, October 15, 2010

my special day...

i love my birthday!
i usually have a countdown that starts on the first...
i usually read 2 special birthday books every night...
i usually think about my birthday all day long...
i usually sing a little song that i made up when i was sixteen...
this year i did none of it!!
my birthday kinda snuck up on me! it seems that i have been a tad distracted... :)
i had a great birthday anyway...
had a kinda lazy morning. abbi was a little fussy even though i kept telling her it was momma's special day. she didn't really care! :)
we went out to dinner with friends and then back to their house for cake and presents.
it was a perfect day! all i have ever wanted really.
surrounded by family and friends with my sweet husband and daughter.
so... happy birthday to me!!

Tuesday, October 05, 2010

random thoughts...


i love love love this girl...

almost done with abbi's room...

her closet should be finished tomorrow...

super sad to be going back to work next week...

abbi will be 12 weeks old on friday...

did a little bit of work in my scrapbook area...

need to do lots more...

been craving chocolate peanut butter ice cream lately...

i love to see abbi smile...

pretty tired all of the time...

naps are my friend...

my birthday is coming...

not really needing anything for me this year...

i got what i needed...

and she is beautiful...

well, maybe a massage would be nice too...

photo books are becoming an obsession...

love my washer and dryer...

my big toe hurts...

not sure why...

made a candy corn wreath this weekend for my door...

most of the candy corns made it to the wreath...

a few went into my mouth...

i love candy corn...

to decorate with and eat...

so happy it is october...

love the change of season...

better go to bed...

abbi will be up in a few hours...