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Hello everyone!!

Well, Jake&I have found a place in Arkansas, and I am so excited! Because it is brand new and an EXTREMELY good price :) Now, it is just making sure that we have enough money saved up when we are ready for the move.
Jake had an interview today and they pretty much told him that he got the job so that is AWESOME. We decided that before we move this time that jobs would already be lined up. Right on track.
I think the hardest thing about moving is the packing and the money part. I hate hate hate packing. You guys are going to think that I am horrible but I seriously had my husband do ALL the packing last time. How horrible of person am I?? lol. And how great of a husband he was to actually do that!!

I am 14 weeks and 5 days as of today. The days are going by a lot faster for me as I get farther along. Not everyday am I thinking babies, babies, babies!!! HAHA! Here in a few weeks we get to find out the sex of the baby. Yay. I am SO IMPATIENT! What makes this easier for my husband and I is that our best friends are pregnant as well. They are about a month behind. Now, I have someone to complain about my strechmarks too without me being yelled at! Haha. Oh the sympathy I feel for my husband because of my mood swings :) He is a doll.

I hope that everyone had a great weekend and started off to a good Monday!

Wow. Life Changes Quick!

I'm so sorry!
Life has been so crazy!

We have been up in Indiana for quite some time. My father-in-law had surgery on his kidney because they thought he has cancer. They removed half of his kidney! The doctors told us he would recover fast. Well, he went into acoma for FIVE days. He now is doing well with the help of pain meds. It was a horrible thing having to experience that, but we are all so glad he is still here with us.

My pregnancy is starting to go faster now. When I found out all I could think about 24/7 was babies, babies, babies! Now I am 13 weeks and 3 days and it is going quicker. Here in about 7 weeks we should find out the sex of the kiddo. Hopefully that will go quick as well! My husband and I are sooo excited, yet sooo nervous about being first time parents!

Jake was going into the military, but it has taken too long to get some court papers (which we STILL haven't gotten) and if he goes in now there is a big possibility he will miss the birth. He knows that he would have to sacrifice a lot with the baby and being in the army and it just isn't something he is willing to give up with his first baby.

So, now, the plan is to move back to my home town (which I am crazy excited about). Two of my best friends are also pregnant and I would love to experience that with them. We are headed back to good ole Arkansas and I never thought I would be happy about that BUT I am :)

You know, it is just bizzare how life can change and turn around so quick. But, this has been a decision I am glad we are making. To get settled down with our child, and living in a place like you know that back of your hand. I don't know when I will get to blog again because I know the months ahead of me are going to be BUSY.
I hope and pray everyone has a very special Independence Day, and just remember what those fire works stand for.
PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!

Taking A Trip

Jake and I are going to Indiana on Sunday, and it is one of those trips you want to make but not for the actual reason you are going. Jake's step dad has cancer. It started at his kidneys and now has spread to his lungs. He has surgery on Tuesday, but we are going up there a few days early to spend time with time with his mom and dad.
It really hasn't been easy on either one of us, but it's Jake's parent so I have had to be the strong one. Which, if you know Jake is hard to do around him. lol. I'm really not religious, but these last few weeks I have been praying everything turns out good. For all of those who don't mind, it would be amazing if you would keep him in your prayers! :)

On another note...I want a new hairstyle. Imagine that. Sometimes it is hard having naturally curly hair because not all styles will look good when I wear it curly. Right now I have the stacked hair like Victoria Beckham, although I don't pull it off as well as her lol.

So here are a few I kind of like:

Okay, well that is all that I have found for now. When I find some more I will post them :)

Just Another Memorial Day Post

I know, I am just like everyone making a special post to those special people out there.
Memorial Day has meant something big to me since the 6th grade. My teacher had a family member who served, and in honor of him we all had to write letters to soldiers. I was one of the few who got a letter back. The soldier told me how much it meant to him that I sent him a letter saying thank you, and that he has a daughter my age who he misses so much. Of course, that letter touched me and I haven't forgotten about it since.
So, thank you soldiers of all branches for what you do and the things you give up. You and your families are such a blessing. I am proud to say that soon I will be living that life.


I went to Mountain View, Missouri this weekend to float what I think was the James Folk River. It was just BEAUTIFUL! I don't have any pictures because the last time Jake and I floated we had a near-death experience. Seriously. Therefore, we took hardly anything on the canoe. But, we didn't flip this time! Got close. Jake and I met my future step dad's family and they were just great!! And, all they wanted to do was talk about babies! It was okay with me. The only bad thing that happened was I got poison ivy on my leg-I am HIGHLY allergic to it. Better on my leg than on my butt, right?? Haha!

I hope that everyone had a wonderful Memorial weekend :)

New, Soon To Be Life

Wow. You know what I absolutely love? When you type a whole essay just to accidently close it. I had finished my blog for today, and now as you can tell (because I am telling you) I have to rewrite it. Which is frustrating? Mostly because this is when I tell the world BIG news, and talk about how my life is about to dramatically change!

Let me get to the point…


Life as I know it is about to change. At some point in Jake and mine life, we knew we were going to have to go down a different road. However, what is going on now wouldn’t have been our first pick down the road. You know, they say, couples have a baby when it is least expected. Well, this is surely the least expected happening for Jake and I.

We aren’t sure exactly how far along I am. I haven’t been to the doctor yet, but I PROMISE I will soon!

Now, in hearing that news, we knew that we have to do something to better our life. Jake decided to do something he has always thought about doing, just never has decided to do this until now. Because an Army Solider. In the addition to our new, soon to be lives, I will also become an Army wife. And I must say, I am SO PROUD of my husband for taking care of his family.

He took the ASVAB this last Wednesday, and did very well!  But, we have a hold in the enlisting process. My sweet, smart husband has not always been the man that he is now. But, who are we to judge? No one is perfect. In the 8th grade, he stole some skittles from his teacher in Fresno, California. Long story short, he went to court and was put under house arrest. Ridiculous, right?!? In Arkansas, you would get a slap on the hand, detention, have to apologize, but not is Fresno, California. In order to continue with Jake enlisting, he must get the court documents that say that this case is closed. You would think since this is on his juvenile record that it wouldn’t matter, but we all suspected wrong! LOL.

After we get the paperwork, Jake then can pick his job, go to MEPS for a physical and swear into the Army. He will then go to basic training for approximately 10 weeks. Following basic will be AIT. Now, we aren’t sure how long Jake will be at AIT; it is all depending on the job that he picks.

While Jake is away learning the military way, I will be living with my mommy. Lol. Jake and my mom don’t like the idea of me living alone in an apartment by myself especially while pregnant. So, from what Jake and I are figuring. He will be gone to basic and AIT for somewhere around 5-6 months.

Well, I hope this isn’t too much information for my friends and family in this one blog. I’m sorry that some family had to find out from hear say, but this is the best way for Jake and I to tell everyone at one time, and make sure we didn’t forget anyone.

My 1st Award!

Hey guys! So, I got my first award thanks to Mrs. Army Wife :)

Receiving this award, I have to share 7 things about myself, the pass it on to some other bloggy friends.

1. I'm a BIG time doodler. If there is a piece of paper and pen in front of me I am usually doodling my name or some weird, inartistic drawing.

2. I hate hate hate cleaning. I will go on a spell where I clean like once a month.

3. My husband is a better cook than I am.

4. I am a HUGE animal lover. If I had the time, money, and space I would take every dog I pass by on my way home instead of doing my baby voice to my husband saying, "Please please please!! Can we stop and look??"

5. I want several more tattoos.

6. Jeans, t-shirt, and flip flops are my everyday attire (with cute hair).

7. I'm not a very good photographer, but I like to take lots of pictures.

Now in receiving this award, I have to pass it on. I need some help at what blogs to follow so please give some suggestions! Anywho, I pass this on to one and only one person

Megan at My Spot

Decisions. Decisions. DECISIONS!

Howdy ya'll!! Long time no talk! I really haven't been on the internet lately. Only a few know the news why. But we will skip that note for now. Jake and I are just not sure what life is going to bring us next. Where do we need to go? And it seems like we are not the only ones who are having this-we will call it a situation- situation at the moment. So here is what we have on our plate...well actually it is the only thing on our plate right now. lol.

Jake comes pretty much from a military family, so why not follow in their foot steps? Well, I wasn't to light on the idea at first. We went to the National Guard yesterday, and well it didn't seem so bad. But, we have very little money saved and just okay credit. We aren't planning on buying a house anytime soon. Therefore, we were kind of thinking, why not just go active? Serve the country that he has been thinking about since he was in high school, move around (not having to worry about buying a house yet), and save up money. This way I can also go to school. I know living the military lifestyle isn't the easiest as I have been in it before. But it is something my husband wants to do in order to support his family and his country. Jake still has time to think about things. The Missouri National Guard is full at the moment (can you believe that!) and so Jake just might end up having to do a job he doesn't prefer. He takes the ASVAP next Wednesday, and I guess we will go from there.

As for me, I have been having this lazy spell which I hope goes away soon! My brother is in Kansas City, MO for MEPS because he just joined the Navy. I am very proud of him for that.

SO!! I just need some kind of ideas, thoughts, or concerns about the National Guard and/or the Army. Have a good day! :)

TruBlood

Jake and I started watching a new HBO series called TruBlood. I don't know if any of you have seen it. But it is about vampires, and is vulgar and corny BUT I love it!! We stayed up all night watching Season 1. Season 2 comes out on DVD June 2 and I am excited :) You know it has to be good if my vampire hating husband enjoys it LOL. Anyway, what I am saying is, if you get the chance to watch it, DO!!

We had a wonderful Mother's Day. Got some exciting news, hung out with my mom, ate chicken enchiladas, and played the wii. I am glad it wasn't completely raining either. But tonight it looks like we are getting a STORM! I don't know how many times I woke up last night because the thunder was SO loud or the lightening lit up my room! :( I don't like that.

Well, tata for now!

April Showers Bring May Flowers :)

I feel like I haven't posted anything for a LONG time! lol. So here is what has been going on:

1. Jake got a new job. However, his old boss still hasn't paid him. We are giving them a little bit longer and then we are taking them to small claims court because they owe us A LOT of money.

2. Jake and I got tattoos. My tattoo hurt soooo bad, but I love it!! Here is mine:

3.Mother's Day is coming up and I am so excited to give my mom her presents!

4. My brother's birthday is May 7, and his graduation is May 16. The little terd gets 2 presents haha.

5. Springfield car washes are EXPENSIVE! I spent $21 on one today. But the people did everything for me hehe so that is awesome!

6. Tomorrow, I am getting a new drivers license. Yay. With my new last name :)

Things are going surprisingly well! :) Lets hope that things keep up! Jake and I are doing amazingly. Ever since we got married...I just feel like everyday we get stronger and stronger. We have only fought ONCE since we got married March 18th. We used to bicker a lot LOL. At first, I was nervous because some of Jake's family and my dad tried to talk us out of it. Telling us to wait, and even bribing us. And now, I am so grateful that Jake and I did what WE wanted. He even got me flowers for the FIRST time ever the other day:

Well, that is all for now. Hope everyone is having a GREAT first week of May :D

Body Art

So, Jake and I have gotten one of four checks. THANK GOODNESS! I really felt like a hobo before we got this check. We went and ate at Cici's because it is a good, cheap buffet. Man oh man did we eat ALOT. That is the only thing we ate allllll day because we were so stuffed. And. I went to a Food 4 Less for the first time in my life and I will definitely go there more often. That is what I love about the Springfield area...um dang I can't think of the WORD haha. The word that mean where it is different, has cool things...it's not like Rogers where most everything is upscale and you feel like you HAVE TO look nice when you go to Wal Mart. hehe.

Anyways, to my title.

When Jake and I are once again financially stable (gosh I hate being an adult sometimes!) we are going to get tattoos. I know some people think they are gross and think I am going to regret when I am older, but I have learned never to regret anything because at one point in my life it has made me happy and that is all that matters, right?

I have three tattoos already. They aren't huge, and are all able to be covered. A star on my wrist, dragonfly on my shoulder blade, and a celtic cross on my neck. I want a tat on my foot, side of my stomach, and that is it for now. But I don't want to get the one on my side until after I have kids because of the stretching. My few ideas for the tat on my foot is the symbol for sisterhood or some kind of anklet that people do, I just don't know what to have on the end of it. lol. I know that I don't seem like the kind of person, but I love tatoos. I don't do it for the art perspective of it. I do it because all of my tattoos stand for something that is passionate to me. And for me that is okay. Well that is all for now. I would upload pictures but the picture wants to take control :( Lol. Well, hope you guys have a great week!

Yayyy My 1st Blog!

Hey everyone! I am so excited to be writing my first blog. Major shout out to Jennie for making my blog look AWESOME! Because I sure couldn't do it! lol.

So, I am not going to be very good at this at first...I guess I will tell you a little about me. Well, I'm Kasey. I live in Missouri with my husband Jake. We got married March 18, 2010, which is totally crazy because that is my best friend's anniversary. And, it totally wasn't planned. See, Jake and I were going to get married April 17, 2010 but everything just fell through. The place, a groomsman got sick. So we decided to have a courthouse wedding, and then have a ceremony during the summer or on our year anniversary. Anyway, we have two dogs. They are my babies :)

Jake and I have been having really bad luck lately though :( His boss hasn't paid him, and since he makes so much money I don't work. So we have had no income for like a month, and it is really starting to hurt us. But, it really has made our relationship stronger. The boss man said since he can't pay them yet no one will work until he can pay. So we have been spending ALOT of time together.

For that reason, I have starting looking for a job haha. But, I am planning on going to beauty school here soon! Totally excited :)

Enough for now. You have the low down on me. Next time, it won't be so boring LOL.