Some updating to do...

Well, here I go again neglecting my blog... My apologies fellow bloggers!!!

Jes got an email back from the job with AMR (American Medical Response) in Boulder, Colorado saying he didn't get it. That was okay. We had waited so long wondering and wondering what had come about him flying there for the interview. Most of you are probably thinking, what a waste... he flew there for the interview and didn't get the job. Well... I kind of thought the same thing, then I realized it was good for him... He stayed with a friend he hadn't seen in almost 6 years and fell in love with Colorado knowing that's where he wants to raise our family.

He had a phone interview with Rural Metro (the company he works for now, so it'll be a direct transfer) in Aurora, Colorado on Wednesday and did great!! He got an email back Friday saying he passed both the interview and the written test they emailed him. Now they're just waiting to see when their orientaion is going to start and we'll be on our way!!! Jes is under the impression that it will be early January making us move a couple days after Christmas. I guess it's still not for sure for sure since we don't know WHEN we're going, but it is definite at the same time. It's a very good pay raise which will be good too... I'm excited/anxious for our new adventure.

It's very sad to think of leaving all of our good friends here, but just like we did in Vancouver and here we will make more friends. We always do... not that it makes it easier, but the reassurance is nice. We have really enjoyed our year and a half in Arizona, but it's just not home..

Jacob is nearly crawling... It's a matter of time before he'll be too fast for me!!! I love the stage he's at right now. So much fun!!! He has his top fangs and his two bottom teeth... he's working on his top two, but they aren't quite down just yet. He loves to eat cheerios, mac n cheese and anything else Jackson, Jes and I are willing to share.

Jackson is doing great and continues to grow and learn. He's so smart!! Sometimes he will come up to me and just randomly say, "Mom.. L is for Lion and C is for Cat" Thank goodness for educational t.v. and friends :) He too has so many friends here!!! That's where it gets hard as a parent... I hate to see him leave them, but it's best for our family right now.

Jes is doing good. He's literally working himself to the ground though!! Seems like he's hardly home. Yes, he has 4 days off in a row, but he rarely takes the full 4 days. He's such a good provider and we appreciate all his hard work!!

I'm doing good... keeping very busy with the kids, cleaning, cooking and my Mom's Club and friends. I am doing really good selling my Scentsy this month so that's exciting!! It's nice to contribute to our household besides the basic Mom stuff. If you're interested in ordering any Scentsy you can order directly from my website at https://janessagoodson.scentsy.us/ It makes great gifts!!

The Interview

Jes had his interview early Friday morning in Denver, Colorado... he feels like it went really well and is anxious (I'm probably more anxious, haha) for the call in what they said is going to be 2-3 weeks. If he does indeed get it, we will be moving mid-November. Jes absolutely fell in love with the area and wants to move that way regardless of the job... I'm game, but you all know me.. I'm a planner and a list maker, so the lists are going!!! Yard Sale planning... U-haul planning... everything!!! I'm excited!!! I have a feeling moving that far with 2 kiddos isn't going to be as easy as it was getting to Arizona with just Jackson... Keep your fingers crossed for us as this is a wonderful opportunity for our family!!! Baby is awake!!! Have a good Sunday!!!

Denver Colorado

Well... as some of you know, we're starting to really explore our options for jobs. Jes got a phone call today and has an interview in Denver, Colorado on the 23rd of this month!!! Crazy and exciting all at the same time!!! We will keep you all posted, but we could be moving pretty quick, YAY!!! (Although it will be just when it finally starts to cool down here.) We miss our 4 seasons, so this would be a nice change, plus... I've never heard anything bad about Colorado.. Keep us in your prayers. Thanks!!! :)

Does anyone read me?

Just checking...

Twins 3 1/2 years apart!!!

Jes' sister was looking thru my pictures and saw how similar my boys look.. I already knew they looked a lot alike, but this picture really set it in stone!!! It's unbelievable how much they look alike!!! Love my babies!!! :)

5 Year Wedding Anniversary

July 1, 2006


5 Years Later...



Today Jes and I celebrate 5 years of marriage!!! Time has flown!!! In those 5 years we've moved 8 times, (one being 1200 miles away!!!) had 2 kiddos, went through Paramedic School and have done all the things you do as parents and spouses... The list could go on and on!!! I'll never forget the day we got married... I still can't believe I actually passed out!!! It true... I did... and I thought it was 'hot' there. I would've not come to as fast if I would have been in Yuma then!!! I love him more than ever and I'm so happy with our life here in Yuma!!! Of course we miss our family and friends, but 'living the dream' (Jes having a career as a Paramedic) takes precedence over all. I'm happy to help him fulfill his dreams!!! Love you babe!!!

I love my boys!!!

What have we been up to?

My sweet boys ♥

I've been adjusting to life with 2 kids!!! To be honest a blog is my last priority... I like to blog and I like to read blogs, but I always feel like no one reads/comments mine, so I kinda put it on the back burner!!

Jes has been going to the gym since March and has lost over 30 pounds now!!! He's enjoying work and keeping busy with that!!! He's been enjoying the nice weather playing basketball, tennis and catch with buddies. They usually go to a park so the kids and I go as well and Jackson plays and gets worn out that way.

I've been keeping busy feeding, changing, doing laundry, cleaning house and doing all the other things I do... I'm still a Scentsy consultant, so if you need any of that just go to my website... janessagoodson.scentsy.us/ My MOM's group keeps us pretty busy, but I enjoy it!!! I am now the Membership Vice President.. Jackson & I have both made a lot of friends through that. We just signed up for a movie program through the summer.. we get to go watch a movie every Thursday for 10 weeks and I only paid $10 for it, so it's a great deal!!! We started that last week and saw Clifford the Big Red Dog Big Show or something like that.. Jackson liked it!! Jacob slept the whole time :)

Jackson is getting taller and learning so much!!! He's known his ABC's for a long time and could count to 10 for a long time, but now he can recognize both numbers and letters. He knows how to spell his name and he knows when his birthday is. He's taking swim lessons right now and loves that!!! He's quite the little fish!!! Life jacket or not, he's brave!!! He can't swim quite yet, but he tries!!! He's sure a joy to have in our home!!! (most of the time anyway!!!) I can't believe he's almost 4 years old!!!

Jacob is also growing fast!!! He has an appointment tomorrow actually, so then I'll be able to find out just how big he is, but I'm guessing at least 12 pounds or more!!! He's my chunky monkey!!! He's gotten on a pretty decent schedule, which is super helpful!!! He goes to sleep between 9 & 10pm and doesn't wake up to eat until between 4 & 6am. After his feeding he goes back to sleep, usually in his swing... (he loves that thing!!!) until Jackson wakes up and starts making noise (usually 7:30ish) I can't complain... he's a healthy, happy baby and we sure love him!!!

We hope all is well with all our friends and family!!! We're aiming to come home from August 26- September 2nd. We will have Jackson's birthday party on Saturday August 27th, so mark your calendar!! :)

Jacob Paul

I have inquiring minds asking for more details, so instead of individually telling everyone I'll just post it on here... don't read if you don't want to know... haha

So Thursday March 30th and 8am Jackson and I went outside and vacuumed out my car. It was filthy dirty!!! If you have kids, you can probably imagine!!! It really wasn't that much work, I didn't have a sore back or anything... I got done and came back in the house to relax and got up to go to the bathroom because I thought I had wet myself... (if you've been pregnant, you know how often this happens) I got changed and stood up again and it happened again... and again... Jes got home from the gym and told me that he was sure it was my water breaking. I think I was in denial... I didn't want to go and get checked just to get sent home. I started having contractions consistenly from 10:30-1 and finally after hanging out around the house and taking Jackson for a walk around the block I told Jes I was ready to go in. To avoid getting people too excited (because i was still convinced I was not in labor) I had Jes and Jackson drop me off at the hospital with the intent of them not even making it home to just come back and get me... Well, they made it home and soon after I was told that my water indeed did break and I was in labor. I was dilated to a 2 and 70% effaced. Jes quickly loaded the car and sleeping Jackson and took him to his Grandpa Bob's house. Jes got to the hospital just after I got into my room. (Room 133) We pretty much just sat and looked at each other from 1:30-6pm when they came to check me again. Since my water was leaking already they don't check you as often to reduce the chance of infection. I got checked and I was only a 3. Pretty disappointing, we knew it was going to be a long night. I asked the nurse if my water was going to get completely broken by the doctor or if they just waited until it happens... she kind of just brushed it off or so it seemed, so I figured it would happen when it happened. At 7pm was shift change and my new nurse was Bre, who I loved!!! I don't know what I would have done without her!!! Jacob's heart rate kept dropping and they had me rolling over back and forth every 20 minutes or so. Finally at 9 Bre decided she needed to call the doctor to put some internal monitors on to keep an eye on Jacob's heart rate. He came in and was inserting the monitor and all of a sudden there's a huge gush!!! My water broke... no wonder I only dilated to a 3!!! The doctor said that in my chart it just said my waters had broke and understood that as they had already fully broke. I had no idea, I felt like I had been leaking all day. That's when it really started!!! Contractions full roar and they hurt!!! At this point I still had no medication at all. I requested some IV drugs and got Fentanyl and that sure made me dizzy. I just laid there with my eyes closed reaching for Jes' hand to hold during contractions. As the Fentanyl wore off the contractions got even stronger. I was in a lot of pain... the doctor offered and epidural, but I really didn't want one. I just held Jes' hand focusing on every contraction. By about 11pm I was checked again and I was an 8 and Bre noticed that Jacob wasn't positioned correctly... he was sunnyside up, and finally thru contractions he turned correctly while I was rocking my hips back and forth. At about 12:45am it was time to push. Once again, because of his dropping heart rate I was only able to push every other contraction to give him time to recover from the pushing. I was sure I was going to end up needing a c-section. At 2:10am I had my baby boy!!! He was 8 lbs 3 oz, 19 inches long. His first apgar score was 8 and then 5 minutes later was a 9. He is perfect!!! I love him so much already!!! My parents got into town 4/1/2011 at about 4pm to meet him and are here to help. It's been nice to help with the transision of bring Jacob home to have help with both the boys. It's nice to have them down here.. I hope they're enjoying their stay. Jackson's sure keeping them busy!!! =) There you have it!!!

As for me, I'm feeling great... I only tore a little bit and overall feel way better at this point than I did at this point after having Jackson.

Now back to snuggling my sweet boys!!

38 Weeks

*Photo by Jackson*

How far along?

38 Weeks

Weight Gain/Loss:

I went to the doctor on Thursday and have now gained 26 pounds!!!

Maternity Clothes:

Comfy pants and t-shirts!!!

Sleep:

I usually do pretty good... however, I keep getting a chocolate craving at about 4:30am... which is followed by insomnia!!!

Stretch Marks:

Yup!!

Best moment of the week:

Our multiple playdates at parks with various friends!!!

Movement:

It feels like he's kicking off higher up attempting to make his escape or something... haha

Food Cravings:

Yes... I'll eat anything... haha well almost anything!

Gender:

BOY!!!!

Labor Signs:

I've been getting the good ol' contractions lately... I was checked at my appointment on Thursday and I'm barely dilated to a 1 and my cervix is still pretty high... I've decided we'll probably have to evict him (I'll be induced) to get him outta there! I'll enjoy these last 2 weeks of pregnancy since I don't plan to ever be pregnant again...

Belly Button In or Out:

Still out...

What I miss:

My energy..

What I'm looking forward to:

Next week is FAIR week!!! That's super exciting to me!!!

37 Weeks

This is me this morning ready for my walk =)

How far along?

37 weeks

Weight Gain/Loss:

22 pounds last time I was at the Doctor...

I have another appt on Thursday.. if I make it.

Maternity Clothes:

Yup, still wearing maternity clothes..

not much else fits at the moment! haha

Sleep:

Eh... I get enough usually... at this point, I'm just

always tired regardless!!!

Stretch Marks:

mmmhmmm... got em!

Best moment of the week:

Hmm, I'd have to say Jackson and I's weekly picnic

after storytime with his friend Logan, his mom

& baby brother after storytime.

Movement:

I think he's looking for the exit!!!

Food Cravings:

Strawberries, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches,

french fries...

Gender:

BOY!!!

Labor Signs:

I've been going for a mile walk every morning

for the past 5 days at a local park... it's a pretty

hilly trail and even better, it's right behind the hospital!!!

Belly Button In or Out?

More in than out at this point... like I said, he seems

to be looking for an exit, haha..

What I miss:

Energy... sleeping comfortably...

What I'm looking forward to:

The arrival of this little man... my back hurts!!!

36 Weeks!!!

Picture courtesy of Jackson...

How far along?

36 weeks

Weight gain/loss:

I've now gained a total of...

22 pounds!!!

Maternity Clothes:

Yup, I've got em.. some don't even cover my belly!!

That shirt I'm wearing in the picture above isn't

maternity... funny how that works..

Sleep:

I'm back to sleeping wonderfully... for the moment...

Stretch Marks:

Duh.. look at that big ol' belly!!!

Best moment of the week:

Pedicures with Jes' EMT partner Miki!! Love her!!

Even better... afterwards, we came home to Jes watching

her two kids and Jackson and he had dinner ready, then Miki

shampooed our carpets!!! ahhhh such a relief for my nesting!!!

Movement:

He's trying to escape at the moment... haha

Food Cravings:

hmm.. those darn McDonald's french fries!!!

What happens if that craving doesn't go away??

Gender:

BOY!!!

Labor Signs:

At my doctor's appointment this week he said, "I'll

see you in two weeks... if you make it" with a big ol' smile

on his face. Jacob is very low... even I'm wondering how my water

hasn't burst yet!!! I've had some contractions, but nothing consistant yet..

Belly Button in or out?

He's so low that it will stick out sometimes, but

mainly is just level with my expanding belly..

What I miss:

Being able to walk without it hurting!!!

This pressure is pressure I NEVER felt

with my pregnancy with Jackson... I'm almost

done though!!! Hooray for that!!!

What I'm looking forward to:

We don't have a whole lot planned this week,

so I'm just going to say going into labor

and having this sweet baby!!! I predict he will

be here for sure by the end of the month, but what

do I know?! :)

My Best Friend ♥

6 years ago today I was at Jes' parents house celebrating his birthday along with his Grandma Sharon's and Aunt Wendy's. Jes' Grandpa Jack was a musician and passed away 15 years ago, and Grandma Sharon played a recording of him singing Happy Birthday to the 3 of them. There wasn't a dry eye in the room... then Jes got up and went upstairs, which I thought was to just be alone after hearing his Grandpa's voice, but then he came back downstairs got on one knee in front of his entire family and asked me to marry him!!! I'm so glad I said yes!!! I couldn't be any happier with him and where we're at in our lives right now. He is an amazing husband and father and a very hard worker!!! I don't know where I would be without him, but I thank my lucky stars we ended up together!!!

As I sit here at 4am huge pregnant with our 2nd child in Yuma, Arizona I just look back at all we've accomplished and it makes me that much more proud to be his wife. It's all his goals that have gotten us where we are today!!!

I love you babe!!! ♥

35 weeks...

How far along?

35 weeks

Weight gain/loss:

I've gained 21 lbs... that was as of

3 weeks ago though... I have another

appointment on Tuesday so I'm sure

I've gained more...

Maternity Clothes:

Nothing new... lately I've just been wearing

Jes' shirts... they're comfy and cover my belly!

Sleep:

Well... it seems as though I jinxed myself..

I'm now having quite the time getting good

sleep. I'm very uncomfortable and somewhat

nervous sleeping on our brand new bed

in fear of my water breaking!!!

Stretch marks:

They haven't gone anywhere!

Best moment of the week:

Seeing how happy Jes and Jackson were

to attend the Subway Fresh Fit race in Phoenix..

Movement:

Lots... it seems like he's slowing down

a little though as he gets into birthing position..

Food cravings:

Every morning I wake up craving plain cheerios

with cut up bananas in it... YUMMM!!!

Through-out the day I feel the need for ho ho's

and nutty bars...

Gender:

BOY!!!

Labor Signs:

None really... just feeling miserable having

him be so low... walking is nearly impossible at

this point and with a 3 1/2 year old to chase around,

that's difficult!!!

Belly Button In or Out?

Still out...

What I miss:

A good nights sleep and being able to walk more than 5 feet

without hurting!!! haha

What I'm looking forward to:

My doctor's appointment on Tuesday and Jackson

getting better... (He woke up this morning with a gunky,

swollen shut eye... I took him in and it's pink eye and an ear

infection... An eyedrop in each eye every 2 hours isn't easy

by myself.. he hates them!!! Speaking of which... it's been 2 hours

again... ahhhhhhhhh)

34 Weeks

How far along?

34 Weeks

Weight Gain/Loss:

I just go off of what the scale at

the Dr's office says.. haven't had

another appt yet..

Maternity Clothes:

Nothing new...

Sleep:

I've actually been sleeping

really good!!! Hopefully this doesn't

jinx it!!!

Stretch Marks:

Yup... haha

Best Moment of the week:

Playdates at the park.. we went to

a couple this week.

Movement:

He's a busy little boy!!!

Food Cravings:

Tacos still

Gender:

Boy

Labor Signs:

Well.. today at Lowe's Build and Grow

with Jackson I was sitting in one of their

aisles helping him build his racecar and tried

stand back up wearing flip flops and slipped

instead... I landed halfway on a 5 gallon

bucket of paint then to the ground... Got some

nice Braxton Hicks going on at the moment...

Belly Button In or Out?

Still out, but not sticking out as much since

he's dropped...

What I miss:

My brain... haha I feel like I'm forgetting EVERYTHING!!

What I'm looking forward to:

The Nascar race in Phoenix tomorrow and

spending quality time with Jes & Jackson..

33 Weeks!!!

How far along?

33 weeks

Weight Gain/Loss:

21 lbs now.. pretty good I think...

Maternity Clothes:

Nothing new.. just trying to make the most

of what I've got already.

Sleep:

Well, last night I watched a 5 month

old over night, so I didn't get the greatest sleep,

plus I've been having pregnancy

insomnia!!! I guess my body is getting me

ready for lack of sleep??

Stretch Marks:

They aren't as bad as I remember

with Jackson..

Best Moment of the week:

Our lunch date at Olive Garden with

one of Jackson's buddies and his parents.

Movement:

I think he's running out of room... he still

moves a lot, but it's less than what it was when he

seemed to be doing flips..

Food Cravings:

Tacos, Pizza... goodies!!!

Gender:

BOY!!!

Labor Signs:

He dropped quite a bit in the past couple weeks

and has made it extremely uncomfortable to walk.

I went to the Dr on Tuesday and he predicted he

will be here in 4 weeks... I guess we'll see what

plans Jacob's got.. Middle of March sounds good to

me though!!!

Belly Button In or Out?

Since he's dropped quite a bit, it doesn't stick out

as much, but it's still out there..

What I miss?

Energy for sure...

What I'm looking forward to:

Nascar race at the Phoenix International Raceway next Sunday..

32 Weeks

How far along?

32 weeks!!! Only 8 to go!!!

Weight Gain/Loss:

I have an appointment on Tuesday... I will

post the magic number on next Saturday's post.

Maternity Clothes:

The shirt I'm wearing in the picture above

was purchased at Kmart in Walla Walla...

I can wear it after the baby comes though too..

It's not maternity technically..

My sister NaDell sent me home with some new

tops and pants too!!! Thanks!!!

Sleep:

Yes please!!! I slept wonderfully in my own bed for the

first time in 8 days last night!!!

Stretch Marks:

Yes.. haha

Best Moment this week:

Being in Washington with my family

Movement:

He doesn't quit moving.. I'm

questioning when he sleeps

Food Cravings:

I want Cookie Tree in Walla Walla.. that was delicious!!!

Gender:

BOY!!

Labor Signs:

Just the braxton hicks.. I will keep

him in there for a few more weeks..

gotta fatten him up!!!

Belly Button In or Out?

Hasn't poked back in yet... haha

What I miss:

Sleeping on my back

What I'm looking forward to:

Spending quality time as a family of 3 preparing

for Jacob's arrival. =)

31 weeks

Jackson loving on Jacob before my
baby shower in Walla Walla


How far along?

31 weeks

Weight gain/loss:

18 lbs. +... haven't weighed myself lately... Since I'm back
in Washington I would assume I've gained more.

Maternity Clothes:

I haven't bought any new ones this week

Sleep:

I've been having quite the pregnancy
insomnia!! I have my nights where
I sleep really good though too.

Stretch Marks:

Yup.. they're still coming in full force..

Best Moment this week:

Flying to Washington

Movement:

I think he's been doing flips... kinda hurts sometimes

Food Cravings:

Tony's Sub Shop... thank goodness
I'm in Walla Walla!!

Gender:

BOY

Labor Signs:

Just the good ol' braxton hicks when I do

too much...

Belly Button in or out?

It's been out for weeks!!

What I miss:

Being comfortable... If I walk to long,

or sit too long, I'm uncomfortable...

What I'm looking forward to:

Spending the week in Washington, but
I'm also really looking forward to
flying back home to AZ on Friday.

30 Weeks Pregnant!!!

How far along?

30 weeks

Weight gain/loss:

18 lbs.

Maternity Clothes:

I don't have enough, but I'm too cheap

to go spend money on anymore since I only

have about 10 weeks left!

Sleep:

I go to sleep at 7:30 when I put Jackson down

and with the help of Unisom I usually sleep

pretty well between trips to the bathroom..

Stretch Marks:

Yup.. they're coming in full force..

Best Moment this week:

My Mom's Night Out for sure!!!

Movement:

I don't think he stops moving!!!

Food Cravings:

Pizza.. I haven't been able to eat anything

with red sauces for months because

of my acid reflux and I think I'm finally

over that!!!! Spaghetti and pizza are back

in our diet!!!

Gender:

BOY

Labor Signs:

Just the good ol' braxton hicks when I do

too much...

Belly Button in or out?

It's been out for weeks!!

What I miss:

Being comfortable... If I walk to long,

or sit too long, I'm uncomfortable...

What I'm looking forward to:

Flying home to Washington on Friday!!! =)

Getting Ready for Jacob!!!

Taken New Years Eve... he's getting big!!
Car Seat + Crib + Bouncer = BABY TIME!!!

Good thing about having another boy.. we had all the bedding and accessories from Jackson!!!

I LOVE IT!!!

I'm nearing 7 months pregnant and the planner in me wants things to be getting done... we have the whole empty room and everything to go in it, so why not get it together?! Jackson and I are flying home to Washington from February 4-11th and when we get back there won't be a whole lot of time, so I'm so happy to have the crib up and ready!!! I've been feeling a lot of braxton hicks... they are very painful already, maybe I'm just a whiner. Oh well.. it's allowed, it's not exactly comfortable!!! I've gained a total of 14 pounds and the doctor says I'm doing great!!! YAY!!!