This was a great week.
Sunday was the children's primary program at church. I am the primary chorister (I know--ha ha that I have a musical job at church. I have NO musical talent! Luckily the kids don't care.) We have been working for most of the year learning the songs. The kids did such a great job! I was really proud of them. Our chapel is small enough that I could sit with Jon and Ellen and stand at the back of the room to conduct the songs. Ellen loved standing up with me. She would hold on to my skirt and wave her arm back and forth. It was really cute. At least it got the kids to smile!
Monday we met some friends for a playgroup in the morning. Ellen loves playing with all the kids and it is a nice break for me too. I really am going to miss the community when we leave here. It is such a support. I feel like I have more friends here than I have had since college.
Tuesday I went into the clinic to do a fasting 3 hour glucose test (my numbers came back high for the first test for gestational diabetes.) I was so grateful to my friend, Cara, who kept Ellie. Between fasting and the glucose drink, I really was not feeling well, so it was nice to not have to keep her entertained. Jon was sweet and came to sit with me during his lunch. The results came back normal. I wasn't really worried, but I am relieved that the baby and I are healthy. :)
Wednesday was our regular bible study morning with Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) on base. Ellen and I both enjoy going. They have a great nursery program for the kids. I am currently doing a study on prayer. It is a really nice spiritual boost midweek. Afterward we met some friends for lunch. Jon was able to join us for a bit, which was nice. Wednesday nights Jon and I are taking a culture class at the Airman Family Readiness Center (AFRC). This week was a Taiko drum performance. This is the traditional drum of Japan. It was so good! They even gave us a chance to try it out. I really want a drum set now! Baby P loved it too and was kicking and dancing around. I will post a video separately.
Thursday I took Ellen in for a doctor's appointment. She has had a cough for about a month, but no other symptoms really. They have decided that it is allergy related and we are trying some medicine for a month to see if it helps. That night Jon was on daddy duty and I went to a spouses social at the squadron. I haven't been to one in a while, so it was nice to get together and chat. I love those ladies!
Friday I had my regular OB appointment. Everything looks good. Baby P is measuring well and the heartbeat is strong! :) I really have felt pretty good this pregnancy and am loving being pregnant. We also tried out a new ramen restaurant. It was delicious. Best of all, it is really close to where we live. Ellen loved the Japanese style dining because the table is so low and she gets to sit on a pillow. She also loves gyoza and fried rice. I think she ate more than I did.
Saturday Jon worked for a few hours because they brought a group of Japanese children to base from northern Japan. The kids were coming to thank the US military for the assistance after the earthquake and tsunami, but the Air Force tried to make it a fun, special day for them too. They had two planes and a helicopter that the kids could climb in and test some things out. The kids had a special performance prepared with music and dancing. Ellen and I came by for that part. The kids were so cute! I wish I had my camera with me so I could have gotten a better picture of them in their costumes. The camera on my phone just doesn't do it justice. I loved the grins they had on their face as they climbed in the airplane, tried on the helmets and sat in the cockpit. That night we had a Chili Cook Off and Trunk or Treat party at the church. We combined with the Japanese ward. It was a little chaotic because our parking lot is so small, but it was really fun to see everyone in their costumes. We also went to a Halloween party that some friends were throwing. We had a great time. Can I say again how grateful I am for all our friends here? It makes being away from home so much easier.


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(Please remember I am pregnant in this photo.) |
I know there was more, but that is enough of our boring schedule. We are so grateful for the opportunity we have to live here and all of our friends here and all over the world. Have a great Halloween. We love you!
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Ellen enjoying a chocolate covered marshmallow at the Halloween party. |
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In case you can't tell, Ellen is a butterfly fairy, I am a Magic 8 Ball, and Jon is mine and Ellen's Sugar Daddy. :) We will have to try and get one on Halloween with Jon's eyes open. |