24 Weeks

6 Months Pregnant. Had someone rub my belly for the first time, people are actually commenting on my belly, so i guess I finally look pregnant, not just fat and chubby lol. My back has been hurting pretty bad, but Jared rubs it for me and I have a few yoga stretches that ease the pain. I am beginning to do things like rest my hands on top of my belly, like a shelf, and rub my belly in public. I use to see women do this and think it was kind of weird but I'm beginning to think its something that comes naturally to pregnant women haha. 

23 Weeks/ Rosie

Almost 6 months pregnant. Nothing new, still growing, and growing! 4 more weeks of school, the countdown has begun. I can't wait, the end of the semester is panning out the be pretty easy too. My finals should be a breeze, then off to California for Christmas. 

 Rosie, she still doesn't realize that she is going to be a big sister, then again she is a DOG haha. We think she will adjust to the the baby well, she love playing with Jade and Finn so I'm sure she will be the same with our baby.

20 Weeks, this post is a little late

So, this post is a little late. This was taken at 20 weeks. I am now 22 weeks, which for me it seems like a lot has changed. Those of you reading this who have been pregnant can agree that during pregnancy each day feels different, the baby is growing, I'm growing, etc. 2 weeks in the pregnancy world feels like a lot of time. By the way we are having A GIRL!!! we are both so excited and already preparing the nursery. Jared has converted a desk we had into a changing table, and it looks great! Pictures to come. Jared finally felt her move last week. I have been able to feel a few flutters and then finally Jared felt a huge kick, it was the biggest one I have felt so far. I am now half way through my pregnancy and now it feels like a waiting game. Its so exciting at first finding out your pregnant, then that excitement dies down a little. Then I start showing and find out we are having a girl. Now I just want time to fast forward....even past labor lol and I want our beautiful baby girl to be here. Until then I will keep busy crocheting, cooking, counting down the days until school is done, counting down the days until Christmas, hopefully these things will keep my mind occupied.

Vows

I was cleaning out my filing box today throwing away stuff from 2007 and I stumbled upon my file of wedding stuff. I found the vows Jared and I wrote to each other for our ring ceremony. Hopefully Jared doesn't mind me sharing them.....

me to Jared

I still remember when we met and I was immediately drawn to you. We bonded and became friends right away. As our friendship grew I was able to see what an amazing man you were. I love your adventurous spirit and your passion for life. I love your open mind and loving nature. I love your knowledge and desire to learn more. You are kind hearted and an amazing sibling. I know you will be an amazing husband and father. I promise to always love you, and be there for you and from this day forward never make you sleep on the couch.

Jared to me

The ability to love and care for one another is the greatest gift our Father in Heaven has given to his children. From the time we met, I have never doubted your amazing gift to nurture and love those around you. To be able to create this family with you is beyond my ability to comprehend. All my life I have told myself that I will never settle for a woman that is any less that the most important woman in my life, my mother. I promise that I will spend every waking moment of my life in the fierce pursuit of being at least a small part of the kind of loving husband and caring father that my dad is. May we follow the example our parents have shown to us so we can be happy as they are. I love you.

Gosh, I can't believe this was two years ago. Now was are going to be parents and I guess we will really see if we can live up to the examples of our parents. Jared and I are so excited for the baby, we get to find out tomorrow if the baby is a boy or a girl. !?!?!

16 Weeks-The size of an avocado

I am 16 weeks pregnant, the baby is the size of an avocado. MMMmm... avocado, guacamole. If your wondering if I am having cravings, the answer is yes! I have become a fan of pinterest were I can browse delicious looking recipes that make my mouth water. I don't know if it is a friend or an enemy. It depends on how hungry I am when looking at them. In other news, I am patiently waiting to feel the little baby move. They say you can feel little flutters between 16 and 20 weeks. It still feels so surreal. Although I have gained 10 pounds and have what I think to be a clear baby bump It still doesn't feel real. I think once I feel the baby move I will be able to make more of a connection. It hard when I have only heard the heart beat twice and the month in between appointments is long enough for me to get a little nervous, wondering if everything is okay. The fact that I am still growing is positive reinforcement for me that the baby is growing and healthy. We get to find out what we are having in 3 weeks!!! I am so excited, until then I just sit and day dream about the nursery and what colors I will decorate with. According to the experts I should be experiencing a growth spurt in the next few weeks. Stay tuned for a picture of a full blown pregnant lady!

Bun in the oven

Jared and I are happy to announce that we are having a baby! I am currently 12 weeks, the due date is set for March 10. We are so excited/nervous/grateful..... We know that are lives are about to change, but we are so excited for this new chapter to begin. I get emotional thinking about graduating college and having a baby all in the next 9 months. We planned it out pretty well, I will be done with school (have my bachelors degree) in December, therefore my last trimester I will be able to rest and nest and prepare for the little one. So far my pregnancy has been pretty good...I haven't had any morning sickness!!!! I think being sick was my biggest fear. It is definitely a journey that I am trying my best to enjoy. My body is definitely changing, but I accept those changes because I know my baby is growing and getting stronger. I am anxiously waiting to find out whether we are having a boy or a girl. We will keep you posted and up to date on our progress.

Loved this poem

While I was stumbling along stumbleupon.com I came across this poem written my a man named Steve I believe.?. Really makes you think about what your thankful for. Makes you reflect on the little things in life that we take for granted.

Im Thankful For

...the mess to clean up after a party

because it means I have been surrounded by friends.

...the taxes I pay

because it means that I'm employed.

...the clothes that fit a little too snug

because it means I have enough to eat.

...my shadow who watches me work

because it means I am out in the sunshine.

...the spot I find at the far end of the parking lot

because it means I am capable of walking.

...all the complaining I hear about our government

because it means we have freedom of speech.

...that lady behind me in church who sings off key

because it means that I can hear.

...lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning and gutters that need fixing

because it means I have a home.

...my huge heating bill

because it means that I am warm.

...weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day

because it means that I have been productive.

...the alarm that goes off in the early morning hours

because it means that I am alive.