26 Weeks....and Growing!

Since I hadn't really posted a belly picture yet, I decided to do so since we finally took another one. These things slip your mind with baby #2!!! Here is the growing belly!

A Visit with Santa

I have always said "no matter what, we are getting a picture of Tyler on Santa's lap". And, yesterday, we did just that. I wasn't sure how Tyler would react this year, because it took two attempts last year to get a decent picture. So, cutting it very close to Christmas, I decided to head on down to North Point Mall early yesterday to enjoy (or not) that annual tradition. Tyler was a champ. We had a 45 minute wait in line and he waited patiently with anticipation. I gave him several "pep talks" to boost his confidence, too. I kept saying how important it was the he told Santa exactly what he wanted, so he knew what to bring him for Christmas. And, to smile big for Mommy for a quick pic. Well, one out of two isn't bad. The second I sat him on Santa's lap, he leaned over and whispered "train". Hysterical. I think in his little mind he kept saying over and over to himself "gotta tell him what I want, gotta tell him what I want". I didn't get a smile out of him, but he didn't fight it, and that was perfect. Here is the picture to share with you all.

Clifford Baby Shower

Our wonderful neighbors, Mike and Allyson Clifford, are expecting their first baby in January! So, we hosted a baby shower on Saturday night to celebrate the upcoming arrival of little baby girl Madelyn Elise Clifford. We had a great time hanging out with our neighbors and enjoyed some great food, compliments of Chef Tim. Todd and Rachel Crew helped out with the planning/hosting and together we had a successful party!

Blythe's Diaper Cake for Mike and Allyson

Todd, Mike, Adam and Tim

Allyson and Heather

Hosts: Tim, Blythe, Rachel and Todd

Two Expecting Moms: Allyson and Blythe

Baby Update - 24 Weeks

We are moving along with this pregnancy, just as we should be! It sure is going by fast! As the baby grows (about a lean 12 inches now!) the belly is growing, too!!! At my last appointment on Friday, we got a great report. My blood pressure is reading very good (WHEW!), as well as weight gain, and measurements. The doctor said I was measuring a little small, so she'd watch out for that in future visits. The baby may have been laying funny, which made my stomach measure a centimeter or two off. The heartrate was in the 140-150's bpm range. This was the first visit that I took Tyler to and he was great. He got to hear the baby's heartbeat, which was so special. He had so many questions as we waited in the exam room. He did a little exploring, too, and as you could imagine, that is pretty funny in a Ob/Gyn office. The nurse was sweet to bring him a juice box and some pretzels to munch on as we waited. Mom was very thankful for that! As we continue on, we have been dicussing the options of whether to do a repeat c-section or a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). There are so many things to consider between the two. I have a choice (at this point) because I had c-section with Tyler, only because he was breech. We'll take one appointment at a time, and along with our doctor, decide was is best for me and the baby. Stay tuned!

A Ride with Priscilla the Pink Pig

It is a holiday tradition here in Atlanta to ride the Pink Pig at Macy's at Lenox Mall. So, we did just that the other day with our friends Jennifer and Ava Morrow. We tried to beat the crowd by getting their first on a weekday, but that didn't matter! All the other "stay-at-home moms" had the same idea! After a slightly grueling wait in line, we made to the ticket booth, got our tickets and headed for the ride. It isn't much, just two turns around a pink, Chrismas-decorated tent, but the kids LOVE it. And, it's CHEAP! Once we finished our ride, we treated them to a yummy lunch.

It always fun getting together with these girls!Tickets ready - waiting to ride!

Blythe and Tyler

Ava and Jennifer

A Thanksgiving Visit

Over the Thanksgiving holiday, we got to pay a visit to our great friends, The DeMauro's. They were in town visiting from Charlotte. We hadn't seen them since our visit to their house back in July. Little Mason is growing so big! He is nearly 7 months old now. Here is a picture of Tyler with his godfather, Chris, Melanie and Mason.