Yesterday, I got to see my friend Kim's new baby, Rachel. She is so sweet!! She was born Tuesday, Nov 20th! 
I even got in some practice holding little Rachel!! 
I even got in some practice holding little Rachel!! Thursday, November 29, 2007
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Nearly Done Decorating!
The Christmas tree is all done and even has a cute new skirt. Below is the topper...
Sunday, November 25, 2007
O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree...
Last night, I had Mark bring down the tree and finally it was able to come out and play! We bought this poor tree in Dec 03 or Jan 04 and it had yet to come out of its box, since we'd been in Australia or not our own house all the Christmases after that! I am so excited to finally get to decorate! It was pretty late when I started last night, so I only got up the star and a few ornaments. It still has a bit of work to be done.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
I've Done a Little Shopping
I have done a little shopping on ebay for a few things for the nursery. :) I found this hand painted lamp shade with the Beatrix Potter characters and this cute little mobile below with Peter, Jemima Puddleduck & Jeremy Fisher. I thought they were cute :)
Friday, November 16, 2007
And it's 11 weeks!
Today, the baby is 11 weeks old! Last Monday, we went to the doctor and got to hear the heartbeat. It was good and strong! Here's what's going on with Baby:
Your baby, just over 1 1/2 inches long and about the size of a fig, is now almost fully formed. Her hands will soon open and close into fists, tiny tooth buds are beginning to appear under her gums, and some of her bones are beginning to harden.She's already busy kicking and stretching, and her tiny movements are so effortless they look like water ballet. These movements will become more frequent as her body grows and becomes more developed and functional. You won't feel your baby's acrobatics for another month or two — nor will you notice the hiccupping that may be happening now that her diaphragm is forming.
Your baby, just over 1 1/2 inches long and about the size of a fig, is now almost fully formed. Her hands will soon open and close into fists, tiny tooth buds are beginning to appear under her gums, and some of her bones are beginning to harden.She's already busy kicking and stretching, and her tiny movements are so effortless they look like water ballet. These movements will become more frequent as her body grows and becomes more developed and functional. You won't feel your baby's acrobatics for another month or two — nor will you notice the hiccupping that may be happening now that her diaphragm is forming.
Friday, November 09, 2007
10 Weeks - Baby Update !
Today the baby is 10 weeks old.
And the info from babycenter.com:
Your baby has now completed the most critical portion of his development. This is the beginning of the so-called fetal period, a time when the tissues and organs in his body rapidly grow and mature.He's swallowing fluid and kicking up a storm. Vital organs — including his kidneys, intestines, brain, and liver (now making red blood cells in place of the disappearing yolk sac) — are in place and starting to function, though they'll continue to develop throughout your pregnancy.If you could take a peek inside your womb, you'd spot minute details, like tiny nails forming on fingers and toes (no more webbing) and peach-fuzz hair beginning to grow on tender skin.
In other developments: Your baby's limbs can bend now. His hands are flexed at the wrist and meet over his heart, and his feet may be long enough to meet in front of his body. The outline of his spine is clearly visible through translucent skin, and spinal nerves are beginning to stretch out from his spinal cord. Your baby's forehead temporarily bulges with his developing brain and sits very high on his head, which measures half the length of his body. From crown to rump, he's about 1 1/4 inches long. In the coming weeks, your baby will again double in size — to nearly 3 inches.
And the info from babycenter.com:
Your baby has now completed the most critical portion of his development. This is the beginning of the so-called fetal period, a time when the tissues and organs in his body rapidly grow and mature.He's swallowing fluid and kicking up a storm. Vital organs — including his kidneys, intestines, brain, and liver (now making red blood cells in place of the disappearing yolk sac) — are in place and starting to function, though they'll continue to develop throughout your pregnancy.If you could take a peek inside your womb, you'd spot minute details, like tiny nails forming on fingers and toes (no more webbing) and peach-fuzz hair beginning to grow on tender skin.
In other developments: Your baby's limbs can bend now. His hands are flexed at the wrist and meet over his heart, and his feet may be long enough to meet in front of his body. The outline of his spine is clearly visible through translucent skin, and spinal nerves are beginning to stretch out from his spinal cord. Your baby's forehead temporarily bulges with his developing brain and sits very high on his head, which measures half the length of his body. From crown to rump, he's about 1 1/4 inches long. In the coming weeks, your baby will again double in size — to nearly 3 inches.
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Finishing the Job!
Mom and Dad both worked hard yesterday and the day before to get the room painted. It had to have two coats of primer to cover up the dark maroon color.
Here you can see the nearly finished product. The two colors did not contrast as much as they appeared to on the sample card, but it looks nice. :) I really like the Lettuce Alone color (and it's name).
Here you can see the nearly finished product. The two colors did not contrast as much as they appeared to on the sample card, but it looks nice. :) I really like the Lettuce Alone color (and it's name). 
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Saying Goodbye...
For those of you who know me, you know that I am a bit of a planner... so, I decided that since my parents volunteered to be my cheap labor, I would go ahead and paint the nursery... so, that meant saying goodbye to dear ol' Stevie Ray Vaughan... Mom has her paintbrush at the ready!
Then Mark decides he is a bit sad about saying goodbye and isn't sure he is ready to part with Stevie Ray... but... Mom wouldn't be stopped and Stevie Ray is no more....
Then Mark decides he is a bit sad about saying goodbye and isn't sure he is ready to part with Stevie Ray... but... Mom wouldn't be stopped and Stevie Ray is no more....
Friday, November 02, 2007
Thursday, November 01, 2007
The Allen Fire Department, Etc.
Unfortunately, my broken camera was going to cost as much to fix as a new camera, so we broke down and got a new one. Maybe I will take some pictures to post on here now!
For the last few days our fire alarms/carbon monoxide detectors have been beeping and one started going off louder today, so Mark decided to call the fire department. They responded very quickly and helped figure out what the problem was. Apparently the flue on the water heater was helter skelter... I have no idea how that was effecting the detectors, but ok! They have been quiet since then. Also, our water heater seemed really loud before, so maybe that is fixed!
For the last few days our fire alarms/carbon monoxide detectors have been beeping and one started going off louder today, so Mark decided to call the fire department. They responded very quickly and helped figure out what the problem was. Apparently the flue on the water heater was helter skelter... I have no idea how that was effecting the detectors, but ok! They have been quiet since then. Also, our water heater seemed really loud before, so maybe that is fixed!
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