An update

It's been a while since I've blogged. I am not going to make excuses for myself, but here is an updated post...sort of. My memory card reader adapter thingy was mysteriously broken (I think a 2 year old got a hold of it) so now I have no way of uploading my digital pics to my laptop, unless I spend money to buy a new adapter. So, for now, here are some somewhat recent pics.

COLEMAN AND HIS SHENANIGANS. Playing with grandma's glasses.
Getting in one last swim of the summer season.

A photo shoot, on location with BRC Photography. Dominic is almost 5 months old, but these next few pics are of him at one and two months old. Enjoy till next time, whenever that will be!

Dominic was blessed on June 14th while my parents were here. He was only two weeks old, so we did the blessing in our home. It was awesome. Chris did a great job insctructing and blessing our little guy. I felt the spirit, and I know other did as well. It was peaceful and calm throughout the entire blessing. I always have someone help me write down words of the blessings for my sons, so I can type them out and put them in a safe place until I get them in a baby book. It's something my mom always did and I love to look back at all the father's blessings I was given and read the advice and direction from Heavenly Father. Hopefully our sons will look back at their baby blessings as more than just a day they recieved their name for church records. Father's blessings are always instructional and given with great love and I'm hoping the words spoken will be read with understanding in my son's later years.

Shake your bumb bumb

While picnicking with my parents at Sulphur Springs, Coleman got a bit of a jig in his step after swimming. We were able to convince him to keep dancing while my mom rolled the tape. Notice the "Helen Keller" rap song being sung by my husband? Notice my retort of "Horrible" to him after he finished. Yeah. We both think rap is laughable, so he wasn't serious. Anyway, this little dance/walk is catching on and he does it all the time now. Maybe by the time he's three he'll be pop-lockin' and c-walking. Or, er...yeah.

Welcome to the world

Dominic Alan Goelz. Welcome to the family, little guy. 8lbs 8oz, 19" long. Looked just like Coleman at first. But, now he's coming into his own little Dominic look!

He had the perfect coloring. He latched on like an old pro. Never had jaundice, sleeps really good. He only wakes up to eat once at night, and then snoozes until about 9am every morning! He's too cute and as chill as could be! I wake up at night wondering when my little guy is going to want to eat again...but I soon doze off and relax for many more hours. It's crazy. Coleman was up through most of the night for the first three months. Good news about Coleman though, he LOVES his little brother. He helps get diapers, kisses him in the morning, and sneeks kisses throughout the day. About day three in the hospital Coleman requested to hold Dominic. They sat and watched cartoons for a while. So sweet.

We love having another little guy in our home. He is precious and has already brought so much joy into our lives. I'm amazed every time I think about the miracle of life and am filled with gratitude that I get to be a part of it.

Oh BOY!

Less that two weeks away...can you feel it? Well, probably not, but I can. From the aching nether regions to low back pain, from abdominal cramping to sleepless nights, and from having no clothes that fit to prepping every inch of my house, I can feel it! My time as a pregnant lady is almost up! I can't wait. True, when babies are in the womb they are fed, rocked to sleep, asleep period, and cause little to no problems. But, I am SO looking forward to having little Dominic present and physically in my arms. He's a mover and a shaker, but I have a feeling he'll be a pleasant little guy, observing the shenanigans of his big brother rather than acting out himself. No, I don't want a docile or timid child, but I just have a feeling he'll be entertained slightly, rather than needing to be the entertainer. I had a rather restless night a few nights back, and ended up on the couch in a funky position trying to relieve back, side, and stomach pain. I was feeling a bit abandoned by Heavenly Father (haven't we all been there during pregnancy?) and I vocally asked, "Why, why, why? Please let me sleep. Why is this happening right now?" (referring to the early labor stage - three.weeks.early.) And, as clear as a bell I heard, "He will bring you joy and pleasure." And I seriously closed my eyes and fell asleep. I love being a mom. I love the guidance of the holy spirit, and of receiving a sweet mercy from Heavenly Father of being able to fall asleep. Now, the pains haven't gone away, but that one sweet mercy confirmed that it's all good. Joy and pleasure! Children, with all of their quirks, do bring those into this world!

Back to blogs

My superfly belly at Easter! 32 weeks big! Am I glowing? It's funny how everything grows with pregnancy. But, I don't remember having triple chin syndrome with Coleman. The joys of pregnancy.


It's been a while since I've posted anything new. With the baby coming I've been busy organizing baby toys from toddler toys, refinishing the baby dresser to match the new crib, shampooing my carpet throughout the house, planting all my potted flowers for summer, washing baby clothes, binkis, bottles, and sleeping during my usual blogging time. I've been tired. My due date has been changed to June 4th, about 6 days less than what we expected. Although, I'll still be 39 weeks pregnant, so if Dominic doesn't come sooner, that's the day we'll have him. I'm excited to think I only have 6 more weeks. And, as usual, Coleman was supposed to be napping, but I hear him playing his toy drums. Silly goose. How does this toddler of mine run on such little sleep?! Even with black out blinds and a humming fan... Crazy. Remember how I said Coleman is up at 7am on the dot regardless of what time he goes to sleep. Well, tested and true, went to bed at 11:30 pm and was in my room asking for "betfas" and "mulk" (breakfast and milk) at 7am. NO LIE. Now he won't even take his afternoon snooze. How is that possible? Tonight, it's bedtime at 8pm, because no matter what, he'll be up at 7. I might as well take advantage of a few "alone" hours.



My sister Kimberly found a killer deal on delta and quickly bought a ticket and is coming to visit. My stomach does summersaults thinking about us hanging out and being moms together! GET HERE QUICK!!! My niece is walking already and is SO good for Kim. I can't wait to smooch her cheeks and be around some girls! I'll take care of Mya and Kim can take over Coleman duty! HAHA!

2 years..my oh my!

For a Valentine's gift to my mom Chris and I gave her a photo shoot with Coleman. He had his 2 year old pictures taken as well, and she snapped a few of me being pregnant. My mom was visiting for his birthday, so we thought it would be an awesome idea, and it was! BRC Photography (Becky) is AMAZZAZZING! The photo shoot turned out awesome, and was actually fun given the fact that Coleman didn't sit still much. But, it made for great pictures. Thanks Becky!

Good to go

After several different appointments the past two weeks, everything is good to go with the baby. For some reason I'm still measuring 7 weeks further along, but ultrasounds and blood tests, urine samples and check-ups all confirm the baby and I are A+ healthy and right on schedule to deliver in June. Weird! I chalk it up to ample living space for the fetus, and an overly large uterus to make me feel super great about looking 36 weeks pregnant, but still having 2 months to go. (not) Ah, the joys of living with a pregnant body. So, if I gain 60 lbs with this one it's not because I tried. I have no idea what's up. So enjoyable. Too bad I'm not 7 weeks further along because I'm excited to have this little guy!

Ideas

Are you are in the market for some new ideas for your kiddos? I know I always am. I've posted on my other blog the same but if you don't visit me there, here are some great links with new fun stuff. Enjoy.
Play dough recipe

I Spy bottle

7 weeks bigger!?

So, I went to my OB appointment today. I'm 27 weeks, but measured 34 weeks. My OB was a bit alarmed, and so was I. I knew I looked bigger than normal for this stage. Plus I'm weighing as much as I did when I delivered Coleman (and I have one day less than three months to go). Great! Now what? Well, I have to get another ultrasound at the hospital women's center, and of course the glucose testing to rule out any possibilities other than he's sticking out and making me measure large. I pray it's not toxemia or gestational diabetes, because I don't want to go on a diet right now, and there is no way I'd survive bed rest! However, I do want a healthy baby. Can I pull my hair out now and order a double shot of ice-cream?

Potty

Lately Coleman will say "Potty" and hold his diaper in a crouched stance while I watch him asking, "Coleman, do you need to go potty?" He'll smile and run to the bathroom door. If any of you know him, he just turned two, and still can't get enough of playing in the toilet water (bleh)! So, I politely ignore his requests to "use the potty" because he normally just wants to flush it and chant bye-bye or throw toys in the bowl or something boyish and toddlerish. Well, I finally gave in on Saturday and took his clothes and diaper off and sat him down on the toilet. He didn't look confused or worried at all. He seemed very comfortable and content that I finally gave in to his request to "potty" but he sat there doing nothing. I sat on the edge of the tub looking at him smugly while saying, "You said potty, dude. Time to go potty. This is what we do when we potty. C'mon, go potty. If you wanted in here, you need to go pee pee and pooh pooh." Then, he peed! He actually went pee on the toilet. What?! Yeah. He hasn't since, but he was so proud of himself! He jumped right down and flushed too!

Goodbye

Once again, I have to say Goodbye to my mom. I thought I'd write this before I'm too emotional about not having her around. Right now she's napping with the Colebuddy. She has sung him to sleep every nap and ni-night. He's had SO much fun with her. They run around and play non-stop all.day.long. Playing in his new tent, jumping on his bed, piggy-back rides, outside on the tricycle, at the park, running through the house, snuggle time, tickle time....you name it, they've done it. Where does she get the energy!? Wish I had it. I really want her to stay a few days longer. Grrr...dang distances between loved ones! At least I can look forward to her and my dad coming out for the next little guy's birth in June! Mothers are those people, at least for me, that have your back no matter what, that love you no matter what, and should always be around, no matter what. I think everyone should live by their mothers. At least girls should live close to their mothers. It's such a different experience having your mom around. So so great! Tomorrow is going to be a sad sad day when I wake up and realize that I'm boring my son with my lack of creativity, and that it's just him and I. I know he'll look around for Grandma. I'll have to distract him with her reading glasses that she gave him because he's obsessed with wearing them.... Miss you already, mom!

My new post

A brag blog about my Christopher
check it out here, on my other blog

Sleepless...

It's been about three weeks since I've been able to go to sleep and STAY asleep. Oh, how I want to sleep! I wake up at the slightest movement of myself or spouse, or the heater turning on, or simply my own thoughts buzzing on and on! It's not so much the "my belly is so fat with baby I can't get comfortable" type of insomnia, it's more of "my mind won't shut up, or shut off!" I figured since I had so much on my mind I'd blog and put down on "paper" what's on my mind...

My husband has one more shot at improving his DAT score for dental school admissions. Does he take the $1,600 DAT prep course (one class)? Everyone keeps saying, "Do all that you can!" Okay?! If it doesn't work out are they going to fork over the thousands we spent "doing all we could" in student loans because now he's not going to be able to get a job to pay back the debt of "doing all we could?" Or do we credit card it, or do I go back to work and shove Coleman in daycare, aside from pawning our possessions, just to "do all that we can?!" His scores right now are pretty competitive, but we heard this year (for some odd reason) was unusually competitive at OU, so as of yet, all the schools he applied to have rejected him.

How much baby weight am I going to gain? How will the rest of this pregnancy compared to my first?

How many times is my buddy going to crawl out of bed and come wake me up so I can help put him back to bed and snuggle with him for a while. I think the big-boy bed is a little intimidating. On average the past week he has woke me up 3 times per night (yes I'm counting). And I can bank on the fact that one of those hours will be 6am, his before 18 month arising time, that has now come back to haunt me. If I actually fall asleep with him I can get another hour or two out of him before my day really starts. I seriously think anything before 8am is an unrighteous hour!

Ants! How do I get rid of those darned ants that show up in little groups in my CLEAN and TIDY house?! ARGH! I spray lethal poison, that doesn't work. I use vinegar spray, that doesn't work (even thought every natural remedy for getting rid of pests will swear by it). I clean, and sweep, mop and vacuum, that doesn't work. They are so persistent! It's like...I open one cupboard to find it ant free, only to find later in my morning 4 or 5 little visitors in my bathtub! WHAT!? You aint gettin no bath! Any thoughts on these southern style pests!? I've never had a problem with them until last semester when we got several new neighbors. I think they might be the culprits! In an apartment, if your walls touch and you have a messy neighbor, most likely, you will get pests! Ew, my skin is crawling!

Why is it when I lay down at night I feel my body aches SO MUCH MORE than during the day. It's like my body is decompressing, but hurting in the process. You know that feeling? I finally get comfortable and every little ache begins to release itself, until I stay up thinking about it or toss and turn until completely exhausted. Well, I'm not letting it win tonight. I'm just going to completely ignore those aches and stay up blogging! Who knows what's in store once I do decide to try and sleep again.

Am I going to have to teach Relief Society, again, on Sunday?

What pictures am I going to have fun with next on my PICASA program? I was laying in bed with my eyes closed, trying to sleep of course, but I was picturing all the cool things I could do with some early baby pics of Coleman. I love that program! I was making an internal list of all the pics I have to revisit on PICASA.

WOW, so far, not a visit from the buddy, which means maybe tonight I'll be able to get at least 3 hours in before he awakes! Now that it's three in the morning, I'll attempt to put my mind at rest!

Dominic

It's a boy. We decided on the name Dominic Alan. Dominic is the name of a young Italian kid that was at an alternate high school that Chris and I were counselors at. He was an amazing kid, and we told him we were going to name our first son after him. He was all smiles when we told him. He became a great friend. However, when we got pregnant with our first boy we decided to hold off on Dominic and name him Coleman after Chris' father. I actually didn't know the name had already been used as middle names in the family, until after we moved here to OK, but when we saw the little buddy we knew he was a Coleman. So, we feel good about this boy being named Dominic. Alan is my husbands middle name, after his Uncle that died in infancy, so we'll keep that one going. My siblings aren't crazy into keeping family names going, but I am. I know that we are obsessed with the band MUSE and their drummer is also named Dominic, but that's not the real reason behind the name...although it is pretty sweet! So, here is one little picture of his whole body, from the back. I have the pic to prove it's a boy, but you don't really need to see it. So, that's the news!

 

He's a cool dude!

 

All done

 

The holidays are finally over. The Goodman Christmas in Utah consisted of a 2 week stay for us, visiting the ever beautiful Temple Square, a Cook Christmas party, a Christmas Eve tradition of either fondu or something of the sorts (this year we did gormet carmel apples), meeting my grandma Cook's fiance, Henry, sledding with the Colebuddy for the first time, Chris making his first snowman, playing cards with the brothers and mom, teacing Coleman to ride his new tricycle from Grandma Debbie, caravaning with my sister and her little family back to Oklahoma, taking them to the historical Fort Worth stock yards (my old mission stomping grounds), and ended with the Goelz Christmas party that was put off until Jan 10th. Whew! Even though it was quite the whirlwind of activity, it was the best. Family is the best part of the holidays for me. I got to see so many relatives and best of all, Coleman got to play in the snow...and he understood it this time around. Sledding, not so much, but just playing outside in the white and bitter cold surroundings, yeah! And then there's the big goodbyes of "Don't know when we'll see you next, but love you!" I hate that part of visiting family. If only everyone lived closer! My mom is the best grandma ever. She plays and plays and is so creative. We had a blast! You can tell she loves her grandkids. I feel bad that Coleman is missing out.... but...

Sledding

Snowtime

Temple Square

 

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