Talented Friend's Work

I wanted to share some of the adorable things that one of my great friends, Ashley made for Molly. You can see more of her work by clicking the Great Day Graphics link to the right of the page.

The thank you cards that match the shower invites. I didn't add the invites because of the address and phone numbers...I couldn't figure out how to blur them out.
Yummy bunny sugar cookie

Baby Shower & A Fun Filled Weekend

Molly's Baby Shower

I had a wonderful baby shower!


All my wonderful hostesses! Thanks for everything!

My Sweet Grandmother

My sweet niece Caroline

Emma & Caroline helped me open all the gifts!

Bj & Hudson relaxing on the front porch after the shower

Emily & Norah

Diaper stacker that Polly made for Molly!

Diaper cake that Lamm made...so original as always!

Molly's dress to come home in that my very talented sister-in-law made!

My wonderful hostesses gave us our travel system

Beautiful quilt that my Stepmother's aunt made for Molly.

Sweet quilt that Mona (Bj's grandmother) made for Molly

Super cute blanket that Lindsey (my youngest sister) made for Molly

The first two blankets my sweet grandmother made and the other came from a family friend. They are all beautiful and I can't wait to have a little girl to use them!

Here is a picture of all the gifts we got at the shower. I feel so blessed to have such wonderful family and friends!

The yummy food table and beautiful flowers that Euna arranged (they all came from her yard).


Patrick & Ashley's Couple Shower

Emily, Lamm & I threw a couple's shower for Patrick & Ashley on Saturday night. We had a great time and good food! Here a some pictures from the evening.

So glad that Kelli & Jack came!

He is the best little guy!

Check-up

The check-up today was pretty good. There were no changes with my cervix from 2 weeks ago and Molly is right on track! She weighs about 3 lbs now and looks like she has some hair! Her heartbeat was 155. I was actually measuring about a week ahead of what I am really. Guess that might be why I feel so big...dont get me wrong I love that I am growing...it means I have made it further in the pregnancy and that Molly is growing also! The doctor said he would see me again in two weeks and I would still be pregnant!

The above pictures are profile views from a quick ultrasound we had today. The ultrasound tech had a hard time getting a good shot because of the way she was positioned. We also tried to confirm she is still a girl and the tech said she was pretty sure but once again it was hard to tell.

Not finished yet

So the nursery is not finished yet but here is a little update. Polly finished the cushions for the rocker, and I love it! I have kind of finished the fabric inserts for the chifferobe...the larger door was too big and still needs some work. The fabric looks a little heavy in the picture but that is because it needs to be cut down. I have not yet found the motivation to do it! I also have her closet in some sort of order. I would like it to be a little better organized but it will have to do for now. And by the way if anyone looking at this is thinking that I have a problem with shopping, it is almost all hand-me-downs! Mom found the cute lamp, pillow and a rug (not pictured) that have really started pulling everything together!

Our first rose of the year! This rose bush was the best Valentine's day gift I think BJ could have given me. It blooms all spring and summer and is truly beautiful. We really enjoy it! I can't wait for the other things in our small flower bed to start blooming!

And so I have been at home for almost two weeks now! What am I doing with my time you are wondering, well I am not totally sure. I started reading Twilight and Christian has tried to teach me to smock. I really want to be able to smock but have not made very much progress this week. Hopefully after a little more practice I will catch on! I also have really been enjoying the beautiful weather. I have been sitting in the backyard reading and a farmers tan started! I also have been trying to keep up with work to some degree. At first I thought I would be able to keep up a little better but without being able to go in the office every few days it makes it really hard. So I decided to let girls at the office handle things as much as possible and that I will enjoy my time at home. I am not sure if I will ever get this time off again. I go back to the doctor on Monday and I have to say that I am ready!

Happy Birthday BB & Happy Easter

We had a wonderful Birthday/Easter weekend! We spent Bj's birthday and Easter with family and my great friend Lamm. It was a beautiful day so Bj got to spend some time working in his garden and I was able to relax in Bj's parents beautiful backyard . I can't wait until this summer when we will get to enjoy his fresh veggies!
The other great news is that it has been a week since my last doctor's visit and I am still pregnant! I am feeling great but trying to take it as easy as possible. I have tried to start a few hobbies to keep me sitting and from not being so bored. Christian tried to teach me how to smock yesterday so I have spent the morning practing. I am going to need a good bit more practice but have plenty of time on my hands. I have also started reading the first book in the Twilight series! I have not started back sewing just yet but plan to at least long enough to finish the door panels for the chifferobe.

Home from a not so good doctor's appointment

So I had a doctor's appointment and things didn't go as well as they have been. When they checked my cervix today it only measured 1.8. They like it to be around 2.5. So, I am officially off work until "further notice". They gave me a steroid shot to help develop Molly's lungs just in case she does come early. I go back in the morning for another shot and then back April 20th for another check-up. Dr. Mckee seems to be very positive that he when he sees me again in two weeks that I will still be pregnant. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers as they are very much needed right now.
Molly is doing great! She is right on track as far as her growth goes and her kicks and punches are getting stronger and stronger. I will be 28 weeks tomorrow. We are so excited about her becoming part of our family and today really scared us becuase I honestly had not expected it. But hopefully with lots rest and lots of prayers we will not meet her for a few more months.