Our 5th Anniversary!

I get really annoyed when my computer freaks out and erases half a post I have already written. I can never write it the 2nd time b/c either a) it won't be the same or b) I'm just too damn annoyed. Good thing I'm not a writer or something. Anyway, I still really want to post about our 5 year anniversary but after writing half of it last night and the computer exploding, I'm kind of uninterested.

In any case I'll share with you the highlights....

Thanks to my fabulous parents we were able to spend a night out unlike you can when you have a toddler. We went to an O's baseball game, which may seem pretty lame to some, but keep in mind, I am very pregnant and we really like baseball. We haven't been to a game since before Gage was born so it was nice to get back out there. The weather was perfect and it was a good time, although they lost. They ALWAYS lose when we see them. After the game we drove to Annapolis to spend the night so we could walk around the next day down by the water and meander among the little shops. It was a good time and we had an awesome crabcake lunch. The service sucked but the food outweighed that. It got hot quickly but we did get to go in some cool shops and just spend time together sans toddler. It was our last hurrah before our lives are filled w/ diapers, spit up, and sleepless nights again and a great way to spend our 5th year anniversary. Gage had a blast playing with his Nana and Grandiddy so we all had a good weekend. What was even better???

The pair of diamond earrings that Luke bought me me to match my engagement ring! Aren't they awesome??

They were a complete surprise but are wonderful because although I have tons of jewelry I can wear them with just about everything! Here's to many more!

Happy Birthday Ianna!

Today I'd like to wish a very Happy 8th Birthday to our niece, Ianna.  Unfortunately we don't see her that much, since she lives half way across the country.  These are our latest pictures of her.....10 months ago at Luke's sister's wedding.  In any case, we hope she has a very Happy day today!  I do wish I had some updated pics....maybe I'll ask for school pictures this year.




OMG, I can't believe how teeny Gage looks in this picture. I mean, I guess it was almost a year ago.



Our Last Day....

It's mine and Gage's last day of our Summer.  I really can't believe it is gone already.  We sure stayed busy.  I'm sure if you read my posts from Summer's past I have mentioned that I'm always ready about this time to get back into a routine and ready for Fall.  This year, that's just not the case.  I don't know if I'm nervous about Baby #2 coming so soon or if I want to spend some more time with just Gage before his world is rocked, but whatever it is, it just seems different this year.  I'm just not ready to go back.  I know next week when I get back in the swing I'll be fine, although I can't believe I then only have 3 weeks of work and Gage loves his daycare so he'll be excited to get back with his friends everyday.  This morning we cuddled a little longer in bed and watched a little more TV.  I mean this is it....the last day we'll get to spend like this before the little one arrives, really.  Our weekends will be filled with finalizing the nursery, putting in car seats, packing a bag, etc.  We do plan on going to the pool a few more times hopefully, I really need to get a picture of Gage in his Puddle Jumper! 

Some of our highlights this summer included:

*2 OBX trips as usual (to include 1st monster truck ride)
*our at least annual trip to the zoo
*our trip to Dutch Wonderland
*many pool visits
*our 1st bounce house experience
*music class at Gymboree
*our 1st 4th of July parade
*potty training
*Gage's 1st movie at the theatre
*Gage's big boy room

June 2012

August 2012

Goodbye Summer 2012.....you will be missed!

Wordless Wednesday: One Year Ago and Two Years Ago

2011

This is now canvassed in our room and I LOVE IT....2010

Photo Challenge: Eyes

Linking up today with the Paper Mama for her 'Eyes' Photo Challenge.

April 2012, 29 months old



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Update: 35 Weeks

I seriously cannot believe I have only 5 weeks left of this pregnancy, perhaps even less, if he decides to come early.  I have a feeling it's going to go by super fast.  Luke and I are obviously much more relaxed this time around as we have much of what we need.  I'm sure that will change once #2 is here, but for now 35 days....wow!

How far along: 35 weeks 2 days


Total weight gain: 29 lbs at my last appt., although I'm pretty sure it was 30 last week.

Stretch marks:  No, but the veins are pretty crazy, I guess it's the more desirable choice

Sleep: Yes, please- I'm still tired all.the.time.....hmmm, pretty sure that won't change for the next 6 months

Cravings: my sweet tooth from Gage's pregnancy is definitely still going strong.  And I want SODA so bad......

Best moment this week: Celebrating our 5 year anniversary!

Movement: I think this is a silly question at this point in the game, maybe I'll find something else to replace it.

Gender:  BOY!

Name progress:  Definitely have a 1st name, still undecided on the middle name.

Labor signs: Thankfully no!

Bellybutton in or out: OMG, out!  I don't think my belly button was ever out w/ Gage!

What I miss: sleep and walking and moving without pain

What I am looking forward to:  I am so excited to meet this little guy and see what he's going to look like.  I remember it being strange picturing Gage, but now that I know what he looked like as a baby, it almost seems that this baby should look the same. 

Milestones: Officially waddling now!

Not a great picture but for documentation purposes, I suppose it'll do.

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Happy 5th Anniversary!

It's a big one this year, ladies and gents!  The 5th anniversary!  We were supposed to do something big this year, like go on a tropical vacation or something, but well, I guess I had to go and get pregnant and that ruined our plans!  Luke's still angry about it.  Anyway, it is what it is, so we made other plans...be back to talk about that tomorrow or Sunday.  For now, I'll post what I do every year....pictures of us looking young and carefree.  No wedding ones this year, I think I'll highlight the honeymoon instead.

Aruba 2007- Sunset Cruise

Happy 5th Anniversary to my amazing husband, Luke!  Here's to many more!

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