Things to Not ask a Mom That is Extended Breastfeeding.

Marli will be 1 in 9 days. So, that means I will be getting those concerns on my boobs. I will be breastfeeding for as long as we want to.

1. Why?

This just explains it all. 

2. How?

 

Well, the child latches on to a boob. Like she has done for the last 12 months of her life. DUH

3. Isn't she too old to breastfeed?

Since everyone is a breastfeeding expert, it is actually normal in other countries to breastfeed till at least 4.

4. When are you going to stop?

Hmmm, well I am trying to decide between 3 and 18, either way I DO NOT NEED YOUR INPUT.

5. What will you do when you get a boyfriend?

I will continue to take care of my child? Not your tits not your problem. 

6. Are you going to do that in public?

You know it.

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Do not look down at someone for parenting choices. Not your boobs, not your problem. I love the bond I have with my daughter and will breastfeed as long as we desire to!!

To people who look down on me or judge me for it, enjoy me breastfeeding and giving you a dirty look for a change.

My blog was different today, but I had fun with it. PEACE ✌

-Laurin, the "Me" in Marli and Me

Coffee, Coffee, and more Coffee

I would like to elaborate on something. College is not harder than high school at least for me anyways, I have taken 2 finals and I still have 4 to go. My week is packed, on Tuesday I have a 2 hour long exam for math, Wednesday my Theatre final is due, Thursday I have my comp final and my history final.

I am exhausted just thinking about it honestly. I just need to make it through this week and I will feel so accomplished, last year at this time I was uber pregnant and still preparing for Marli to come around. I am now almost done with my first semester and I have already registered for my next semester.

Marli's second trip to the Stockyards was a success!

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My challenge from last week, I accomplished it! Sort of? I mean it was Facebook and messaging but it counts right? It is a big step for me. 

I also informed my parents that if I could marry myself  I would, cause lets be honest there is nobody as perfect for me is myself. 

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So, I always like to say I have no friends, well, that is a lie. I realized this weekend I have more friends than I give credit. I have friends from theatre, from tennis, and a lot of people still in high school. We are just in different points, but when we get the chance we do socialize and I love when we do get that small amount of time. So, to them, thank you!

This weekend has been bittersweet. The people I went to high school with, my senior class this year, they had their fall show.  It was supposed to be my last fall show. I loved seeing everyone, but I also wanted to just crawl in a corner and cry because I was supposed to be up there with them. I know that is how the majority of this school year will go. 

I am not sad I had Marli. I am sad with everything I gave up, I still continue to sacrifice everyday. I am the only one that has sacrificed and still do. It sucks. It is the only thing I can say on it, it sucks. 

Take advantage of everything, I didn't expect for my sophomore year to be my last fall show. Theatre meant so much to me and still does till this day. I guess for me I did not get the closure I wanted, I didn't get to do every one's "lasts." No last first day, no last fall show, no last football game, no last tennis match, and no senior year. 

It sucks. 

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On a positive note I passed a test I didn't finish 3 out of the 20 questions and forgot 2 formulas. Hallelujah!

I have had a few people come to me about writing a short story. Here is my dilemma. I can write, sure. I am not creative though, like, at all. 

I am not a violent person, but there are a few people in this world that I would really like to throat punch. Just a few people, like the guy that cut me off in traffic, compulsive liars, and whoever it was that got the last cake pop at Starbucks. 

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I got to wear shorts today. On December 11, 2016, I WORE SHORTS. I was wearing my letterman on Saturday and shorts on Sunday. I was enjoying the cold. Well played Texas, well played. 

Countdown, 16 days till my baby is 1. I am still only like 5 minutes pregnant. Like honestly how is life moving this fast? How is this even possible. 

Also I am on day 20 that my tinder app hasn't worked. How am I supposed to find Prince Charming now? (TOTALLY JOKING) But for real, I enjoy telling guys the only nudes I am into are heels and lipstick. Definitely gets a reaction everytime, and a block. DISCLAIMER: Never have I actually met anyone off this ratchet site. 

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Remember, go out of your way to be positive, give a compliment, and make your life more positive one day at a time.💗

-Laurin the "Me" in Marli and Me💓

Hello December!

We are only 4 days in and it is going to be one eventful month, I have finals next week, Christmas, then Marli's first birthday party, and then New Years. There will definitely be no stops  in this month.

We are going to need coffee, fires, fuzzy blankets, and lots of snuggle time with my favorite princess! She will be one in 23 days!! I don't want to believe this craziness. I refuse because I am still only like 5 minutes pregnant right? RIGHT?? 

It has been a crazy year, an emotional roller coaster, and definitely one I will never forget. 

Could not help the stereotypical Starbucks selfie!

Lipstick smudges and Peppermint Mocha explained my day perfectly!

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Today we took some pictures, they were just for fun to help my mom kick off her business! We loved helping out the family today for pictures. 

This is a perfect example of our pictures today, miss priss was not cooperating.

Hey Marli Faye!

Almost the last one, I promise! Maybe....

I have mixed feelings about my face honestly.

Y'all get the point, I may be a little obsessed with posting pictures! I mean on one side she is only little once, I want to have all these pictures for her to look back on and smile. 

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Last Wednesday we went downtown with my best friends, Marli's first time going to Sundance Square and you could say she enjoyed it!

I'm so thankful for some awesome friends, they can be a pain in my butt, but they have always been there through everything. (Yes, I said butt but, I'm ashamed because I giggled) We have been friends since we were like 4 and 5, I can't believe how awesome they are!

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Serious time, I am so stressed. My finals are next week and I know I shouldn't be, but I am scared. Prayers would definitely be appreciated this week!

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On Friday, I was able to have a small amount of freedom. I was required to go see it for my theatre class, but I honestly loved it. The Laramie Project was presented by the Tarrant County College at the Northwest campus. I am pretty sure I met my professor, since my wallet was stolen I did not have my ID and he asked for my teacher. I completely butchered my teachers last name and he corrected me. I was mortified. I am embarrassed to even turn in an assignment anymore.

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You know, there are certain types of moms, none bad at all, just everyone is different. I cloth diaper, I breastfeed, we do baby led weaning, and I am pretty darn "crunchy" I guess you could say. If I am breastfeeding in public and you decide to make a face or a comment I make no promises on what will happen to you, maybe some milk to the face, a comment back, or me telling you to shove it up your a**. 

Honestly, I'm full of crap. I am so non-confrontational it is bad. I won't even go up to the cute guy at Pizza Hut who is getting my pizza. Oh, a cute guy in scrubs at Pei Wei that I have been making awkward eye contact with for 20 minutes? We are basically married he just doesn't know it. Do I dare go up to him? Hell no I will not. 

Now you may be thinking, "How will she get a date if she is so shy and doesn't put herself out there?" That is a great question my fine reader. I haven't thought that through yet, but when I do you will be the first to know. 

Do you have any cute friends? Family members? Hit your girl up because we know I can't do it on my own. (LOL Joking, kind of) 

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I don't need confidence, I am confident in myself. I am just not too confident with men, what if I gain courage and they have a girlfriend? Can you say AWKWARD. Or you know just not interested in getting to know me? I guess I will never know unless I try.

For y'all, within the next 2 weeks I will have a story. My goal is to approach at least one guy just so I can gain experience and a story. Just wait, this will be amusing or successful we will see which one. 

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Stay positive and live a happier life one day at a time!💗

-Laurin, the "Me" in Marli and Me