Checkup

I had another checkup today.  I've only gained 14 pounds overall since being pregnant.  Not sure how since I eat whatever I want.  The baby is still growing, is head first and not ready to come out yet.  (That is good and bad)  We did set a date for being induced.  As long as everything progresses fine like it did with Caitlin, this baby will be born on December 15th.  Hopefully, by then, we will have a name for her.  :)

Caitlin funny

Last Friday, Caitlin was picked up from school by a friend from church (thanks Mary!!).  When we were leaving, I said, "Thanks Mary!" and shut the door.  Caitlin said thoughtfully, "Now is she the one with the lamb?"  I love the minds of 5-year olds!!!

Checkup

I had a checkup yesterday and everything is progressing normally. My doctor compared my weight, baby's growth, etc with the same time period with Caitlin and everything is consistent. He did mention that he would induce me around the 15th of December so we could be home and settled for Christmas. I'm definitely going to try and hold him to that!!!

Pumpkin Patch

Every year, Caitlin and I go to the Pumpkin Patch, take some fall pictures and pick out some fun pumpkins for our front porch. This year, we got to go with cousin Alli. We didn't spend long because we went kind of late and underestimated when it got dark. We might have to go back again to get some more pictures. But at least we have a cute front porch that's decorated for Fall.

I just have to brag!

Yesterday, Rusty met with Caitlin's Kindergarten teacher for our first parent/teacher conference. Caitlin is doing well now in her class. I think she has the discipline part down better. She doesn't always get green but she does most of the time and she hasn't had a black or brown since that first week. But the part I have to brag on is something the teacher told Rusty. She gave all of the kids a test to test their reading skills and Caitlin got the highest score in the class. Not that she can read - I guess she's just getting close. So that is exciting!

Destin, Florida

A friend was getting married in Florida and I was SO happy to get to do the pictures!! Rusty and I took Caitlin and we got to have a little vacation too.


Caitlin playing her Nintendo DS on the way down.


This was our view from our condo. Could anything be better than an ocean facing balcony?


We got there around 4 and Caitlin could NOT wait to see the beach. So we went for a little walk just to play in the sand. Then she put her feet in. She just kept inching her way and by the time we left, she was soaking wet in her clothes. But she had fun!!


Marisa came with us to help out with Caitlin while we did wedding stuff. Caitlin LOVED having her there!!



Rusty playing in the sand.

Marisa buried Caitlin in the sand and made her a mermaid.

Some family pictures were LONG overdue. The last picture of us was when Caitlin was 2.

Baby Room is Almost Done

As soon as we found out we were having a girl, I started looking for bedding. I just knew we were having a boy and already had the room all planned out, so I had to start over. I finally found this ABC Toile bedding from Pottery Barn. How can you not love Pottery Barn? So with almost everything completed in the room, I decided to take some pictures this morning.



We got "new to us" furniture. I found this set on Craigslist for $300. I thought it was a steal and I just love it. We got the crib, changing table and armoire.


Under the bed are 3 dark wicker storage baskets from Target.


Inside the armoire are books and movies, a small TV and VCR/DVD player.


I got the storage baskets from Target. On the closet's top shelf, I have the matching square boxes - 2 pink and 2 brown.


I got this bassinet from Penney's for the first few months. That way we can just roll the baby to where ever we are.

I LOVE the gloder rocker I found at Walmart. It is a PERFECT size for me and is so comfortable. I know it will come in handy in the middle of the night.

Some little details from Target.

So the only other things I'm thinking about adding are the baby's name (once we decide). I am going to put the name above the crib. Then I might add some pinboards over the changing table like I have in Caitlin's room. But for now, the room is done enough for me to not be obsessing over it anymore. I love to go in there and sit and rock and just relax. I am looking forward to December!