Loving and being loved.

So many thoughts come along with bringing a new life into this world. I am 28.5 weeks along and every moment that passes I grow more and more in love with my child and my husband.
Today my husband brought me flowers and a my favorite drink to work. He took me out to lunch and we just sat across from one another talking about life and where we were at. I sat there staring at this man who just amazes me more and more every day. I looked at him while he talked about things that normally may not cause someone to have butterflies in their stomach but I just thought wow I love this man and he loves me so much. We have baby Lily Sophia coming into this world and that is so perfect! She is going to be a perfect product of that love.
I know it may sound cheesy to some but to me Ryan is the man that the Lord created especially to love and care for me and our children. I cannot imagine my world without him. Daily he teaches me how to love myself, him and others in a more rich way. He shows me what it is to have happiness beyond what you can imagine and to know the greatness of God. I have no doubt in my mind that the Lord created this man for me and that together we are so much more than we ever were apart.
I cannot wait to have Lily with us and to share that love with her. I am confident that Ryan is going to be an amazing dad and going to show Lily (and the rest of our children to come) what a great man and father looks like.
ugh..just tearing up thinking about him.
I pray that our daughter can marry a man just like her daddy and experience the greatness her father has brought to her mothers life.
I love you babe.

Today

Well I was reminded by a dear friend that I have not written on this for some time now. I have actually forgot about its existence as I am consumed with life these days. Gone are the days of sitting in the coffee shop with hours of free time to write about my life and surroundings. Now I sit at a desk 8 hours a day helping students plan out their future. It isn't all that bad accept I can feel my butt getting bigger and I know its not the baby....well maybe it is partially the baby but still. I miss being on my feet and having the activity in my life. So in honor of spending time thinking about life, sharing it with you all, and hopefully getting some insight from you and the Lord, I am going to spew here for a few minutes.

So I was thinking when the baby comes and I am no longer working behind a computer 8 hours aday and I am taking care of our little one full time, what activities will I partake in? As of late Ryan and I have decided to learn sign language so that is one thing. I also think I am going to learn to sow. The wife of our new landlord is a stay at home and she has learned to sow and I am thinking I might want to join her. I am also going to learn how to make different flavor rice puddings. Random I know but when Ryan and I were on our honeymoon we went to this place in Sarasota called Miami Rice Pudding and they had 30 different flavors of rice pudding and they were UH-MAZING!!! So with that in mind I am thinking I might like to learn to do it myself and maybe open a little stand at the local market and sell it. Who knows it could be huge.
Now in memory of my fit and healthy days (since the baby and new job working out is seldom) I have decided to give in and save up to buy Tony Hortons 10 minute Trainer. I know its crazy but I don't think I have more then that right now and since the gym here is not my most fav place I think I'm going to take to the DVD world and do it at home. Obviously this will become a part of my normal routine (during nap time for the baby) once he/she is here. But until then Ryan and I are going to do it. And if the ads are right you all need to look out! haha.
OK OK so other then that lets talk about now. We find out what we are having on the 27th and I can hardly stand it. The last few weeks my belly has got bigger and bigger. I can't believe the growth. People keep asking to see photos and I will post some as soon as Ryan gets home from his conference as I am too big to take it of myself. Moving around is getting more and more interesting and believe it or not I don't really have much of an appetite. No more then before at least.
I do miss family and friends, it is hard to think of them in other places and us here but one thing Ry and I know is that this is where the Lord has us for at least the next two years. So here's to getting comfy.
When I sit back and think about having a baby inside my belly it is so crazy. I mean you hear people talk about it but it is something all together different when its happening to you. I mean I have life within me and that is gnarly. I mean it is truly amazing to see the baby grow and change and see how it works on my body. I can't wait to see Ry and I in this little one. Having our children is the one thing I am certain I was created to do and there is no better feeling than that.
Okok...so enough of that. I am almost off my lunch break and I need to walk the stairs and do some stretches before I am back on the phones.

Blessings...hopefully next time wont take me so long.

any guesses on what we are having?

Yep its true...as of an hour ago Ryan and I found out we have a little coming. WOW. More later as we continue to fill in family and friends!

Ryan & Nicci from Kimberlee West on Vimeo.

a loss

Today I found out that a patient that I was very fond of at my previous job passed away from cancer. This is a hard day. This is the time when I realize how much of an impact the people I come in contact with, even if it is for a short period of time, make on me. I will be praying.

The NEW new year

So its been months now since I have written and its not for lack of time but more lack of desire to sit in front of the computer and write out the details of my life. So here we go I am going to talk about it.
I am a married woman living in Lynchburg VA and live in a beautiful loft with the most amazing man.
I still have no "full-time" job.
I am finding out how to live a life not consumed with to do lists and an identity that was wrapped up in what I did.
I am seeking out my true passion, as slow as that may seem to be coming.
I started a company with my husband that is bringing in bits of work here and there.
(www.neacenetwork.com in case you wanna check out our latest project)
I have some suggestions about new music that you should listen to... Of course Ray Lamontagne who is always great. His new album is worth the purchase. Now we also have a new comer by the name of Cas Haley who was on some lame tv show and didn't win but does some great reggae. Both are on my myspace and worth checking out.
Spent the holidays with the hubsters and am very excited to see my family in CA in two weeks!!
I have been able to eat wheat and gluten for the first time in two years. No reactions and feeling good!! PRAISE THE LORD!!
Other then that there isn't much going on.
I will update again soon.

November and a year later

So its been a bit since I haven't written which is funny since I haven't been working and have more time on my hands then ever before. Some how though my thoughts have escaped me when sitting before the computer. But alas here I am and here we go.....

So Ryan and I have been reflecting back on the last year. It is so crazy just a year ago I was living in Nashville TN with my best friend and working as a Independent Support Coordinator. I cannot believe it, here I am now living in a completely different state, doing a completely different job and best of all I am MARRIED!!!
Wow. So here goes life in a year in just a few words

Moved to Nash
Lived with my bff
met the man of my dreams
ISC
Gluten Intolerance
Holistic Nutrition
BBQ
Late night shows
car accidents
new states
future in laws
Florida twice in one month
Parasailing
Engagement
Wedding of a lifetime
Married
Honeymoon with the hottest man ever
Moved into an unbelievable loft
Started a business
Cut my hair off
new friends
new dreams and a new life.


So here we go and I am on my way to a new great life. I will update more. Now that we have internet in the house it should be easier.
Blessings. Happy Thanksgiving.