Because Thursday Is Over..

ALOHA, Aloha Friday Bloghop!
Thank you for visiting my page! 

I had to jump on this bloghop, since I'm a little Hawaiian girl myself. 

Mahalo Nui <3

I'm embarrassed to have been MIA from blogging for 5 days now. Guess I've been busy being preggo and crafting. And here I am now, returning to vent. Oy! But before I get to the sob story.. let me tell you all about my wonderful Thursday! 

1. I was surprisingly woken up by my husband via skype(: That crazy man was going to bed at 0200 only to have to wake up early for work! I love little moments where he surprises me. 

2. As this baby bump has grown into a baby mountain, yes, it gets a lot more uncomfortable, but to walk into a building and see people smile, for the fact that you're happily pregnant just makes me melt even more..Call me Japanese, well, that I am, but I'm very subtle with my attire naturally.. Always wearing loose-fit clothes. So now that baby-bump is making herself known to the world, this added attention is overwhelming, but it feels good(:

3. My father was able to fix my forever-breaking trunk! It feels so good to have a trunk that's secure now for baby stroller. I seriously can't believe I'm 36 weeks pregnant today.. Gosh, Naia will be here in no time! Ahhhh...

4. A successful Safeway trip! I'm not really one to shop at safeway. I like to support our local markets, but with $0.97/lb Peaches, $0.60 Yoplait Yogurt, & $11.99 Tide Detergent, I HAD TO GO THERE! I was so happy to have saved so much money on things I love and need. The best part was the Tide though. Just knowing that my husband will be home in 2 weeks -- that's an extra load of laundry I never mind doing. 

5. Ended my errands with a nice sushi, cherries, watermelon, and crisp peach lunch. It was so refreshing to sit down and relax to some food. Sadly, it made my blood sugar peak a little high, but it was yummy. Hehe. 

  

Okay, and that was the good stuff.

Here's the vent.

Before going to bed, I was texting with a good friend about the baby shower. She was asking what type of things she and her girlfriend could do to help out. Honestly, this shower is so informal. I'm just so thankful for my mom, who planned the idea of getting together loved ones for such an exciting occasion! (: I seriously can't believe how fast this pregnancy has gone. I know I'm gonna miss it, but meeting baby will definitely be that much better. 

Anyway, it's 4:30am in Hawaii now, and about an hour ago, I woke up from a horrible dream! It was the day of my shower, I was working on the party favors, when my husband walked into the room to tell me he didn't want corn chowder or fish. So what did he do? He dumped all the food he wouldn't eat into the sink. I couldn't believe it! Instead of helping me prep for the shower, he went in the room to lay down. I was furious. I remember yelling at him, about how selfish he was being, and he didn't care. I even told him to get out of the house and not come to the shower. When I woke up, I was just so upset. Due to my pregnancy, I even cried. Don't you hate dreams like that?   Like usual, I called my husband. I always call him for "comfort" when I have a bad dream. I'm blessed to have him do just that.. He's great at comforting. 

So, there I was calling. He answered cheerfully. I told him my dream and he brushed me off quickly. Saying he was standing outside of Hula practice. Yes, it's my fault for expecting comfort.. I usually feel better after talking to him, but not tonight. I guess knowing how horrible that dream felt, and "needing" him to show me it was only a dream was what I was looking for.. but instead, as he stated, I ruined his night by making him look like a dumb-ass, standing outside in the parking lot on the phone? Really? Because people don't stand outside in parking lots on the phone, before stepping foot into a building. Huh. His bad mood shift startled me. I guess just not getting his way led him to be frustrated with my phonecall. Definitely not what I expected out of calling him, and it definitely doesn't help with the dream I had. 

Yes, it was only a dream, but how awful am I to say, that things like this have happened.. Not necessarily where he wastes perfectly good food. Just the fact that he is able to sleep through a day when his help would be appreciated. As my pregnancy is nearing to an end, my mind has been going crazy! Freaking out over things that haven't, and hopefully will not happen. I just need to remind myself to always keep positive, know whatever happens is for a reason, and that I'll never receive more than I can handle.

Thank you blogspot for letting me get that vent out of my system. 

XO - Savannah

Crafting Cuties

 

So proud of my  handmade marine (: 

I wish I experimented with crafts earlier on in my pregnancy - I have one month left to totally devote my time to creating new things. 

The only bummer was displaying this on IG, to find no USMC wives liking or inquiring about these cuties. Hopefully I find a way to promote better, and share my new hobby with others. 

I'm seriously my mother's child. She used to create little felt ornaments to sell during the holidays, and now look at me! One piece like this may take a few hours, but I must say, I enjoy it! 

  

Back to crafting (: 

XO - Savannah

Hyperventilating(: :Mommyhood is so close!

I've just come home from the doctor. Actually had a very busy day.. but all I can think about right now is my doctor's appointment. 

Baby's heartbeat is good. (: Measurements are good. 

But one thing, my doctor has NO IDEA what this clicking sound is that's coming out of my belly. 

Any mommy's experienced that? Every once in a while, I hear a clicking sound, resembles a bone cracking.... tried to google and seriously, no one knows what it is! Sadly, my doctor has never heard of it either. I promise I'm not crazy. I just hope baby's okay! She keeps wiggling after I hear that cracking, so I'm sure she's fine. 

But here's the exciting news. I've been informed that starting July 9th, after my ultrasound (SO HAPPY TO GET TO SEE BABY AGAIN!) but I'll be visiting the doctor twice a week from here on out. When he said twice a week, my heart literally stopped.. Next week I'll be 36 weeks pregnant, which leaves me with just 4 more weeks until we meet our little baby. Omg Omg Omg! Seriously, how fast has time flown? I swear it was just a few months ago that we found out we were expecting. All I can think about is how I wish, and know my husband wishes, that he could be here for all these check ups, for that ultra sound. I tried to call him but his phone was off. Now that I think of it, I don't know how he would have reacted to my joy.. just knowing he couldn't be there for this moment. More so, after receiving a skype message from him wishing he were home to hold babybump and me. (WAH!)

I'm so excited, I could just scream! Instead I'm doing what I do best, crying (: 

I just can't believe I'm going to meet our baby so soon.

To not have her kicking away in my belly, but to actually hold her in my arms. 

Gosh, okay, I need to go before I cry all over my laptop and kill it. HAHA!

XO - Savannah

Tuesday & Wednesday

Good evening everyone (:
Just returned home from dinner at my moms. I'm so thankful that she's able and willing to prepare dinner for me, even at age 24. It's so nice to have home cooked meals with people that I love. More so because I live alone. I'm also very thankful that her house is just a 5minute drive from mine.

Didn't size my engagement ring yet.. that's a ring snuggie! Haha

I remember one incident, where I was furious and hurt by my husband, for taking his wedding band off before he went out to a night club. Yes, they are just pretty objects, but I truly believe they symbolize commitment. I still glance at my rings, and just feel so proud to be his wife, so blessed to have such love. Yesterday, I took my wedding band to Zales for it's 6 month check up. Who knew rings needed a checkup?! I've decided to take my band off at home, just to save time and embarrassment, because I usually need to use soap to slip this puppy off. But yesterday, my goodness, I needed soap, ice cubes and prayers to get it off! I'm not sure if it's the summer heat expanding my skin, or possibly swelling from pregnancy.. but I could NOT get the ring off! My finger turned shades of purple. Gosh... it was so scary. I decided to ice my finger, hoping to have my skin tighten. I'm not sure if that truly helped, but finally, after a lot of tugging, twisting, and man power, I got the ring off. My finger was so sore. It was quite an experience. I haven't put it back on yet. It's something I've been debating over for quite some time now, just really thinking if I need to take it off anytime soon again. I look at my finger and it looks so incomplete. Ahh what the hey, ring will go back on tomorrow morning (: 

One thing I love about being pregnant, is seeing all the pregnant celebrities. I was always one to catch up with celebrity gossip, but I guess being preggo myself, I find it 10x more exciting to see celebrities who are expecting. 

When I stumbled upon this picture, I couldn't help but smile! For myself, I love to see a man excited to be a daddy. An actual "daddy." I've witnessed too many friends, acquaintances, going through pregnancy and parenting alone. So to see a man take charge and embrace pregnancy as a couple, my gosh... how sexy is that? I'm envious that they can enjoy pregnancy together, but my husband should be home in less than 4 weeks. (: I'm ready for him to help mama out! Haha.

I've set up baby's playpen/crib yesterday, and let me tell you how EXHAUSTING that was! My mom suggested I wait until my husband comes home...but seriously, I was too excited to place it in my room that I had to put it together myself (: I love how easy it is to set up and take down. It's nice and sturdy as well.. We didn't want to invest in a crib, especially when we're not sure if I'll be moving out of Hawaii or not. I really can't believe baby is almost here. Well, actually, I can. She feels so huge in my belly. Constantly moving and causing aches and pains everywhere. But hey, as long as she's healthy, I'll put up with it. 

TOP ROW : 2008, 2009 BOTTOM: 2010, 2011

Lastly, as I couldn't sleep last night, I found myself going through myspace (WOW!) and just looking back on little things from 2008. I really can't believe it's been 4 years since I've found love. And here we are today, growing up as individuals, growing stronger together as one. I'm so blessed to have his heart and just lucky to say I'm still so in love. He's been really busy at his shop lately, haven't talked to him for a couple of days, which just gets me anxious for our next skype date. I'm missing him and loving it! Gosh, I could go on and on with this mush.. But for now, my back is really sore. It's time to lay down! (:

Goodnight XOXO - Savannah

Product Reviews

Happy Monday World! (Or Tuesday, for my Okinawa Ohana)

I finally got around to making my first "Product Review" post. 

Below are items that I really like, and dislike. (: 

I'm hoping this will be helpful for some, as I will definitely use this as a reminder of things I've tried.

Unfortunately, I wasn't born an elephant. I do tend to forget! (:

Let's get started!

Dove Cream Oil - Shea Butter Body Lotion

 I'm a proud Dove user. Actually, I remember my childhood doctor always reminding me how Dove would be best for my skin. This product was a splurge. I like cheap things, but this was around $8. I really had to buy it with hopes it would be wonderful, taken that I wasn't able to open the top to smell it, or feel it's consistency, but thankfully, I found myself very pleased! Been using it on my belly. The scent is really subtle, but very pleasant. My skin feels softer. The only thing, I don't find my itching to reduce. I haven't itched in a while, but I guess with these last weeks of pregnancy approaching, I'm stretching and stretching! But overall -- I'd definitely repurchase!

 

Goldfish Grahams - Vanilla Cupcake

 Now, I've seen commercials with this flavor for some time now, but was unable to find it in any store.. Thankfully TARGET had some. (: I keep them in my fridge, but I love them! I'll just grab a bit once in a while.. Who doesn't love a cupcake? I heard they have brownie goldfish now.. MmmmM! 

Yes To Cucumbers Face Wipes

I've seen and heard so many raves about these face wipes. Decided to give it a go. I do NOT like them. I've tried them twice.. and they leave my face with this burning sensation. Nothing HORRIBLE.. but still, it's an unpleasant tingle. No BuenO!

Dove - Invigorating Dry Shampoo & Johnson's Baby Powder - Magnolia Petals

  These are my go-to dry shampoos! 

Dove has a wonderful scent to it.. (: Just as the baby powder does. 

I use the baby powder more, just because there is obviously more product. But it also adds volume! 

I like the Dove for teasing as well. (:

TRESemme Split Remedy - Shampoo & Conditioner

I've read reviews online, about how women found this line to really improve their hair. Unfortunately, it dries my hair out! My hair was nowhere NEAR silky once dry.. Very disappointing.

I'll stick with my Head & Shoulders & Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner.

TRESemme Split Remedy Leave in Conditioner, Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum, MoroccanOil Treatment, Dove Hair Therapy Nourishing Oil Care Detangler, Organix Nourishing Coconut Milk Anti-Breakages Serum.

Now perhaps, I may just have really stubborn hair that doesn't like many products. All these listed here are meant to moisturize and smooth out hair..But I really feel these dry my hair out as well! Sad right? Maybe my hair is THAT dead? I used to love the MoroccanOil - but when using it yesterday, it had no effect on my hair. I just love that regardless how much you put in your hair, it will never be oily. 

The TRESemme split remedy smells nice in the bottle, but once applied to hair, it has a really chemically scent! (ew) Paul Mitchell is rather old.. I think it needs to be tossed. Dove smells nice (: I still spritz that in my hair for the smell. And that Coconut Milk, it just leaves my hair oily. No wonder it was on sale. 

Mary Kay Timewise Line - Cleanser, eyecream, lotion, acne treatment, sunscreen, night serum

This is the Mary Kay Timewise Skin care line. I'm so happy my mom got into the product. Now, I do pay for these, I don't get the luxury of free products from her! Ha! But seriously, ever since I've started using this line, I saw a difference in my skin. It's clearer, softer. It gives me a natural glow without foundation. I love it. (: Just got into the eye cream (second product from the left) and I see a difference. Less wrinkles (crow's feet) - LOVE MARY KAY  

Yoplait Yogurt

I've loved Yoplait for years now. Only downfall, they are hardly ever on sale! They're usually $1.19 each. Ugh. Thankfully Target had a sale 10 for $5 (: A healthy snack that cures my sweet cravings, and I have a TON of sweet cravings, thanks to baby.

And that ends my first batch of Product Review (: 

Have a happy day everyone! 

XO - Savannah