5 More Weeks

Yesterday marked my 5 week mark until the baby is born. Our c-section is scheduled for May 4th (I will be 39 weeks). My mom is a little nervous because she is leaving for Florida this Friday with my sister's family for Spring Break. I promised her that I would take it easy and drink plenty of water.

Tomorrow I will be 34 weeks. This is a milestone for me because at 33 weeks I was put on bed rest with Hayden. I am thankful that this pregnancy has been different in that I do not have the swelling like I did with Hayden.

I am counting the days until May 4th. I am so ready for this little guy to be born.

Big Boy Beds

With a new baby coming we thought it would make more sense to just order Hayden a new bedroom suit instead of ordering a new nursery set for the baby. We ordered these full size bunk beds sight unseen, and we are extremely pleased with the quality.

The only set back we had was once they arrived two weeks ago, only one set of bed rails arrived with the beds. We had to wait another week to get the extra rails in. During this time, Trever put together one bed to get Hayden use to sleeping in a "big boy bed." Knock on wood, he has been doing extremely well. He doesn't get up of the nights and when he does get up in the mornings he plays in his room.

" Look Mom I can touch the ceiling."

Hard Economic Times

During these hard economic times Hayden made his own chair and ottoman. We laughed so hard when he went to get his stool to prop up his feet. He makes me laugh every day. Oh the life of a 2 year old.

7 More Weeks

Yesterday I had my 32 week check-up with the OB. We are still scheduled for May 4th at 12:00 p.m. for the c-section. I will be 39 weeks then. Everything is going well. We had an ultrasound yesterday and the baby weighs about 4 lbs 3 oz. I have some slight swelling, but nothing like I had with Hayden. Reaching 33 weeks will be a milestone for me. At 33 weeks with Hayden, I was put on bed rest. I am trying my hardest not to let that happen. Right now things are going well. I have trouble sleeping, but who doesn't when you are 8 months pregnant. My lower back gets to me every now and then so I have to remind myself to rest more. Thanks for all of your warm thoughts. We cannot wait to meet this little guy.

St. Patrick's Day

Yesterday was St. Patrick's Day and Hayden and I celebrated by enjoying the beautiful weather. We couldn't have asked for a better day.

Beautiful sunrise to start our day.

Kiss Me! I'm Irish.

Enjoying a bike ride.

Decorating our sidewalk.

Blowing bubbles at mommy.

Scooby Doo Where Are You?

Today we took a quick trip to the mall and what would we see, but the Mystery Machine. Hayden has a toy "Scooby Doo Bus" but seeing the "real" thing was very exciting for him. I would like to see the person who actually owns this van.

Disney on Ice

Today I took Hayden to see Disney on Ice. I was a little nervous about taking him since he is only 2, but he truly enjoyed himself. I went with some of my friends and their boys as well as my sister and my niece, Reagan. It was truly a day that I will never forget with Hayden.

Our little gang of misfits. They all enjoyed themselves. One little guy didn't want to be in the picture, but he had a great time as well.

My sister, Michele, and niece, Reagan or Rea Rea as Hayden calls her.

Finding Nemo - Marlin, Dori, and Bruce.

I thought the shark would scare Hayden, but he loves the show Finding Nemo. The only thing that scared him was the whale from Pinocchio.

The army men from Hayden's favorite cartoon, Toy Story. When they were marching he stood up and marched with them. It was so cute.

His face just lit up when he saw Buzz Lightyear and Woody.

Just in awe of Buzz Lightyear and Woody.

The ending had all of the characters come out and wave to everyone. Hayden stood up and was clapping and waving to all of them.

My little man with his favorite cartoon characters.

Mark Your Calendars

Well get ready to mark your calendars. Baby Boy White will be welcomed into this world on May 4th. Just 8 more weeks to go. Trust me, I am counting the days.

Baby Shower for Baby Boy White

Last night my dearest friends here at home gave me a baby shower at Bar Louie. I am so thankful and appreciative of their time and their consideration. I received so many nice things. One friend made a wall hanging based on the book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. The book, the wall hanging, and her Congrats card all matched. It was very thoughtful. Looking at these wonderful women last night made me feel so very blessed to have them in my life. To share stories of our children, concerns, and joys. To know that my boys will have close friends to call their own, as many of our children are the same age. God has truly blessed me.

Thank you ladies. You all will always have a very dear and near spot in my heart.

My wonderful gifts for Baby Boy White.

My friend Kerie Archer makes cakes. This is just one of her many beautiful creations. She is truly talented.

The whole gang, minus my sister Michele because she had to leave early. These ladies mean so much to me and I am truly blessed to call them my friends.

7 1/2 Months

Man, I am so ready for this baby to be born. This last trimester is really playing a toll on me. I know what you are thinking, "Is she having twins?" Unfortunately I have no more room for this baby to grow, but out. The life of a 5' 4" tall woman. We are so excited and anxious to meet our new little man. I go back to the doctor tomorrow and hopefully we will have a date scheduled for the c-section. (For those who may not know, I had to have a c-section with Hayden so this one will be scheduled). It is still odd for me to pick my son's birthday, but it is what it is.

We haven't started on the baby's room because we are still waiting for Hayden's new bunk beds to arrive. His crib converts to a full size bed, but we thought he would enjoy bunk beds. Hopefully those should arrive this week.

We will keep everyone up to date on our progress. Continue to keep me and the baby in your thoughts as we are nearing the end.

Hand's On Museum - Ann Arbor, MI

Trever had to travel to Ann Arbor, MI for work on Wednesday, so Hayden and I decided to take a road trip. The drive wasn't that bad. It is only 5 1/2 - 6 hours from Lexington. We stopped off in Jeffersonville, OH to do a little therapy shopping at the outlets. Of course, when you are 7 1/2 months pregnant you don't really enjoy looking at clothes that do not fit you. I did find some deals for Hayden and our upcoming baby boy.

Thursday morning Hayden and I decided to travel outside of the hotel to the Hand's On Museum. If you live near or in Ann Arbor, this is a great science kid's museum. Hayden and I had a blast.

Having some fun playing in the water in the Preschool Area.

Cleaning the Petoskey Stone (Michigan's State Stone).

I love Fire Trucks!

Making some music.

Look at me making a bubble!

Oh no it popped.

Working the cash register at the Old Country Store.

First and hopefully the last time riding in an Ambulance.

Maybe a future EMT.

Cabela's - Dundee, MI

On our drive home from Michigan, we stopped off at the Cabela's store in Dundee, MI. I have never been in a Cabela's store, but this thing was massive. The stuffed animal displays were unbelievable.

This is a huge mountain in the middle of the store. There are a ton of stuffed animals surrounding and climbing the mountain. In the middle of the mountain is a waterfall.

Hayden loved looking at the bear, after we told him that it was not alive.

Also in the store is a fresh water aquarium. Hayden really enjoyed looking at the fish and turtles.