Nice and Toasty

This weekend was busy and CRAZY!!!! I had the pleasure to work on BLACK FRIDAY this past weekend....It was NUTS!!!! There were women coming through my line that had been shopping for 13 hours. There is NO WAY that I could go shopping for 13 hours.Anyways, I had Saturday off and I'm telling ya I needed it. I went with Nicks sister and my brother in law to watch the 3d sonogram again. We went last weekend but little Trace was being stubborn and had his hand over his face. So the people at http://www.astorksview.com/ had Courtney come back, they were determined on us getting A good look at his face. So we went back Saturday and I am SO glad we did. I CANNOT believe how real it is and how beautiful it is to be able to see the baby inside the womb. It was soooo neat, I HIGHLY recommend anyone who is preggo to check it out and try it. Saturday night I had my little brother Cameron over to stay the night. We had A bonfire and just hung out. It was a pretty chilly night so it was nice and toasty around the fire.Nick is feeling A little better, He is having some issues with his lower back. We were concerned that it might have been his kidneys so he went to the Dr. today just to be safe. Thankfully they were pretty sure it was not his kidneys. I am thinking he might have pulled A muscle while working out. He has had pretty high spirits but has his bad days as we are all entitled to that. I know if I had to go through half of what he is going through I would have more than A bad day, how about A bad month....Both Nick and I just always try to remember that it could ALWAYS be worse, no matter what situation you are in. I hope everyone is having A good week. Enjoy the pics!! XOXO Always

Fabulous Finds

Hey Hey, I hope every one is having A GREAT weekend.This weekend has been busy and kinda hectic.I will blog more about that later. I am going to be starting something new called "Fabulous Finds". I know If you ladies are anything like I am you love to hear about great products.Feel free to let me know if you have any you would like to share as well.... ENJOY!!!

About A month ago I went on A trip with my friend Becka and me being the forgetful one that I am forgot my body wash. Thankfully Becka had some and I absolutely Loved IT. Its Oil Of Olay spa exfoliating body wash. I have not smelled the other kind but this one smells so refreshing and leaves your skin feeling lovely.....It is 6.97 at walmart,That's A little pricey for body wash for me...But it is WAY WORTH IT and last A while....

Thankful

kenzie and I feeding her bunnie

Cameron Mackenzie and IFamily pictureYummy TurkeyNicks FamilyNick and INick getting ready to inject the turkey YUMMYOur baby JagSo today has been A SUPER busy day,I am gonna be honest I am A little to tired to write A whole lot soooo...... here are some pics from today and what I have been grateful for this year.Happy Thanksgiving everyone Love yall

• My family of course,They are all A little crazy but I love them more than the world
• My AMAZING husband and how patient he is with me
• Grace
• A JOB,that one has been A little crazy this year
• That my husband has the opportunity to receive new lungs,HOW AMAZING IS THAT!!!
• The EXCELLENT support group that we have from our friends and family
• The real housewives of OC ..... LMAO
• The AMAZING team of Doctors and Nicks nurse who go above and beyond
• My good health
• Our dog Jag
• That I got to spend Thanksgiving with the ones I love
• A WONDERFUL YUMMY dinner
• All of you who read my blog and keep me going.....

Bargains and Babys

Walmart issued a press release proving that they are committed to helping families during these tough times.This is A pretty great deal,For only $20 Walmart is offering the following:
One 12 pound grade A turkey

• Three 11-15 oz cans of Green giant veggies
• Two 14 oz cans of Ocean spray cranberry sauce
• Three 6 oz boxes of stove top stuffing
• One 5 pound bag of red potatoes
• One 12 oz package of Sara lee dinner rolls
• One 12 oz pumpkin roll cake
  Now through Thanksgiving,They are selling grade A turkeys for only $.40 A pound. What A great deal.

On another note I got some GREAT news today,My very best friend Becka and her husband Josh are expecting another little one.I am super excited and will be praying for A healthy and safe pregnancy.

Nicks sister Courtney and her husband Chuck are also expecting their first baby on the 28th of January. ONLY 69 MORE DAYS!!!! They are having A little boy and naming him Trace Colton, I love the name. We will be going tomorrow to set up her baby registry which is exciting as well. Here are some pics of her baby bump as it continues to grow.

Nick continues to feel better and looks forward to hitting the Gym and getting fit.WE kinda had A lazy day today with football and the Jags pulled off A great win.Hope everyone has A great week.XOXO Always Amanda

Up and Up

Today has been A GREAT DAY!!!! Nick slept in pretty late this morning but woke up in such A great mood. Gosh was it A reminder of how much I love this man. He NEVER stops amazing me and reassuring me that we are together for A reason.He just has the most positive attitude and determination.Nick is starting to feel like him self again,Acting goofy trying to make me laugh and much more active than this past week.The IVS he is on are such A pain in the butt,The one antibiotic meripenum(Not sure if I spelled that right) he has to change every 8 hours so sleep is often interrupted.His appetite is getting better,His mom and I actually went to town today and picked up some of his favorite food from A restaurant in town.I made him his favorite black bottom cupcakes. So things are definitely looking on the up and up. On another note,I came Across this blog I would love for you to check out.I came across this blog through another CF wife and boy am I glad I did.Its about another young man with CF. Just like Nick,His numbers slowly started going down. Him along with his wife decided to get listed on the transplant list and AMAZINGLY,He got "The Call" two weeks later. In October 9th it made A month that Joseph got his lungs and things are looking great. His story truly is amazing and has really encouraged Nick and I considering the news we just got. So head on over there and check out his story.www.lungs4joseph.com/ Once again I cant tell you all how thankful we are to have you behind us. Thanks so much
XOXO Always Amanda

Home Sweet Home

Yesterday Nick and I got the new we would be coming home. It was kind of A shower being we thought he would be in there for 2 weeks,We were ready though.So Nick is sound asleep and finishing out his IVS at home.While we were in the hospital we got some news that I don't think we were quite ready for.As A someone with Cf, Nick knew this conversation was coming we just didn't know when. Nicks Dr. decided that Nick should go ahead and be put on the list for A double lung transplant.Nick is not sick enough now that he needs it.Unfortunately CF is A progressive disease and his Dr. would just like him to be ready for when he is.It was such A bitter sweet conversation because I know how life changing this transplant will be for my husband,However I also know the road there will not be easy. I am so excited to see Nick run and dance and climb stairs and not get out of breath.Nick is still soaking it all in.I know from this conversation he is more determined than ever to get better and get his numbers up. I know he has A amazing support team who is cheering him on. There are a lot of people praying for Nick and it is so appreciated.Please keep your words of encouragement coming as Nick will need it in these months to come.We love all of you more than you will ever know and are forever grateful for the support you have shown to us.I will defiantly be keeping you updated. Our address is below for anyone who would like to send any encouraging words to Nick.Thanks Again XOXO Always Amanda


Nicholas and Amanda Brown
8989 Old Wire Place
Bryceville Fl 32009

A picker upper

A friend of ours Meghan knew just what Nick and I needed. Nick has been kinda in the dump since we have to stay in the hospitable but this put A smile on our face. Too funny, Thanks Meghan

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UPDATE ON NICK

So we got the call early this morning that Nicks room was ready.We got here at about 8:00 and tried to get settled in. Of course there is A army of people coming to see Nick,I swear he is famous at this hospital they love him.Nick did his pfts today and they were even lower than at the Dr. Monday. His FEV1 was down to 21, VERY SCARY. I know Nick can get it back to what it was and even better. I think after seeing his number that low he is pretty determined to get rest gain weight and feel MUCH better so he can get those numbers up. Thank you everyone for all of your prayers and thoughts, It means so much to Nick and I. I know some of you were asking about Nicks room number for Cards,Calls and bringing food by. Here it is and Thanks Again.

Room Number 512

Call this number- (904) 308-7300 and ask for Nicholas Brown or room 512

To send cards just call the number above and they can help you there.

It's our anniversary

Two years ago today, Nick and I got married. I can honestly say that it was the BEST decision I have EVER made in my life.Nick has been such A blessing in my life, I know I have said this before. He is A constant reminder to me of what life is really all about. He is such A positive person and lets NOTHING get the best of him. He has made me A better person and for that I am forever grateful.Nick and I went out to eat last night for our anniversary, It was bittersweet. As nice as it was to go out to eat and enjoy each others company I could see the struggle in Nick trying to not "Feel Sick" So we enjoyed it as much as possible and headed home for him to rest.Nick has rested all of today only up to do treatments,he is Way ready for this hospital visit. So as you all have been so nice with all of the messages and prayers,Keep them coming it warms our hearts. Love to you all, Thank you for everything

XOXO Always

Amanda B.

GOOOO GAAATTTOOORRSSS

So two weeks ago Nick left the house to run some errands. While he was gone I was cleaning up our room. Nick and I have A lock box under the bed that we keep or important stuff in. I went to go put some papers away and saw something shiny sticking out of our check book. So I opened it up,To my surprise it was tickets to the Florida Gator game. I was so confused and wasn't sure what or who they were for since I didn't even know Nick had bought them. So I strategically put them back to what I thought was the way I found them. I had absolutely no plans on telling Nick I found them. Later on that night while I was at work I received A text message asking me why I was snooping lol and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY. So I guess it was suppose to be A surprise...I felt so bad. This past weekend was the Gator game,They were playing Vanderbilt. I could not belive how truly AMAZING it was. Nick had been to A Gator game before this however was MY FIRST GATOR EXPERIENCE. I knew this was going to be the last thing Nick and I were going to be able to do before he went into the hospital so we really wanted to enjoy ourselves.I had A great time but unfortunately it really wore Nick out and now he is paying for it.Enjoy the pics and GO GATORS

Just A Thought

Stop tellin God how big ur problems are,and start telling ur problems how big your GOD IS!

Manic Monday

Just A little update on Nick. Nick had A Dr.appointment today and things went as expected. Nick will be going into the hospital on Wednesday,We have to wait on his culture to come back to see if he is growing anything new.Along with Nick being as sick as he is he has also lost 5 pounds.I knew Nick was sick when he said he was ready to go into the hospital.Nick and I made A trip to publix tonight and stocked up on junk food to fatten him up. Thanks everyone for your prayers and thoughts it really does mean the world to us. Feel free to come visit Nick, I know it would brighten up his day. I will be posting his room number when we get settled in.Love to everyone
Amanda Brown

Coming Back

Ok people I am getting it together and will be coming back soon. Please keep Nick and I in your prayers as Nick has hit A little bump in the road. He will be going on IVS tomorrow for 2 weeks. Hopefully soon after that we can work on getting his numbers up ....WAYY UP. I will be writing more soon and trying to play catch up. Love yall and have A great week...
Amanda

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY