Welcome to Our Blog!: 32 Weeks & Life Events

I actually had heart burn for the first time this week. I didn't know what it felt like until I described it to Oliver. I thought it felt like a burning sensation but it really feels like your chest hurts. I've only had it that one time and didn't have it again.

I'm actually doing well and the only thing I can complain about is that stupid cramp feeling in my upper left side stomach and bending over. I do feel like I have to lay back more sitting because I feel like my belly is just more squished when I sit forward. I started to have that feeling where I feel baby is pressing my bladder! So even more bathroom trips! Can it really get worse? The feeling is like "I have to pee! No I dont.. Yes I do!"

Cravings? I would have to say Pho. We had it this week and I actually want it again! LOL.

For the holidays, we decided to keep it simple and practical. Also personal. I think those are the best gifts anyway. What I did was make a goodie bag to give out with desserts. It included fudge, dipped pretzels, butter cookies ( didn't come out as expected) and apple butter! I found this recipe for apple butter and thought it would be perfect to make. I'm still perfecting it but hope those who got it enjoy it.

Got this from my coworker and thought this was really neat. I never got a real mistletoe before!

Life Events in One Day

On December 7th, Oliver's uncle Rudy passed away from battling cancer. He was diagnosed with peripheral T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma, an aggressive, fast-growing type. I never really got to know him and only met him a few times but from going to his viewing and funeral, I wish I did get to know him better. From what everyone said, he was full of life. He loved life, family, God, FOOD, and dancing. We were all messaged with his updates about him going to chemo and it worked for a little while and was released. A few months later, the cancer came back and he decided to go into hospice. He was content with that decision. Shortly after he passed away. I pray for his family and may he rest in peace. I didn't take any pictures but I saw this and thought it expressed how special he was.

Anita & Hau's Big Day

Talk about a day full of events! The funeral was the same day as our friend's wedding. We went to the funeral before and drove to the wedding after. I don't think we ever went to a funeral and wedding on the same day.
We actually were looking forward to this wedding because Anita & Hau have been together I think for about 12 years and they finally tied the knot! They met in college, traveled, focused on their careers and bought a house. Now they are husband and wife! Congrats you 2! We're so happy for you both!

The ceremony was at Cal State University Long Beach in a beautiful Japanese Garden.