Go, Abby, go! What a trooper!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Monday, July 12, 2010
What I'm thankful for
I'm thankful for moms with texting plans. Seriously! Both my mom and Abby's mom have phones with full keyboards and texting plans. It is so nice, easy, convenient and fun to text with our moms. It's the simple things in life that make me happy.
Thanks for staying trendy!
Thanks for staying trendy!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Pretty pretty princess
While I'm no expert on princesses, I'm pretty sure I can spot one when I see one. I happened upon one today actually. She was in my very own backyard too. You might recognize her if you saw her - she's my wonderful and ever-so beautiful wife.
She was out enjoying some of the finest weather in the country with a magazine, umbrella, lawn chair, peach tea with fresh raspberries, and most importantly sunshine. All while I was sweeping and mopping the floors, shoveling wheel-barrel-loads of dirt, and washing the cars. Of course, what husband isn't willing to do all this and more for his princess?
Besides, she was working all day too... growing a baby. That's hard work you know.
She was out enjoying some of the finest weather in the country with a magazine, umbrella, lawn chair, peach tea with fresh raspberries, and most importantly sunshine. All while I was sweeping and mopping the floors, shoveling wheel-barrel-loads of dirt, and washing the cars. Of course, what husband isn't willing to do all this and more for his princess?
Besides, she was working all day too... growing a baby. That's hard work you know.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Berry happy
Look at her; doesn't she look like a girl who's "berry" happy?! Totally.
I had my doubts this year whether Abby would be able to get out and pick berries. The thought that she might not be able to pick berries first crossed my mind several months ago, shortly after we found out she was pregnant. At the time, I wasn't sure what activities a 7-month prego could and couldn't do. Well, it turns out that she can pick berries, as you can see from the picture.
When I told her in the field that I had my doubts about her picking berries, she matter-of-factly said to me, "Nothing could keep me from this." The girl loves getting out in the field and hand picking berries, and her response adequately reflects that.
Picking berries was definitely more difficult for her, obviously, than it was in previous years. Despite the growing tummy and aching back, she made the most of it and enjoyed the berries.
While strawberries are one of my least favorite berries to pick (because they're on the ground and I dislike squatting/bending to pick them), I had a great time with Abby. I also thoroughly enjoy the delicious desserts Abby makes with the fresh strawberries. I put a request in for strawberry crepes this morning, and I do believe they're on the menu. I can't wait!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Talking with my little girl
Last night, I laid my head on Abby's tummy so I could hear/feel Kyah's hiccups and I ended up getting more than I bargained for. I definitely felt the hiccups, which was fun, but it's what happened after that that was even more amazing.
Abby's always wanting me to talk to Kyah, so she'll know my voice when she arrives. I have to admit, the idea of talking to Abby's tummy seems a little weird to me. But, I figured that since I was already checking out the hiccups, I might as well say a few things to my little girl. Shortly after I started talking to her, I suddenly felt a few love taps on my face. It was pretty amazing. It was like Kyah was moving to the source of my voice and then was pushing on it. Abby said I got her all riled up. Ah, good times.
We're in the middle of our 30th week - only 10 more (give or take 1 or 2 weeks).
Abby's always wanting me to talk to Kyah, so she'll know my voice when she arrives. I have to admit, the idea of talking to Abby's tummy seems a little weird to me. But, I figured that since I was already checking out the hiccups, I might as well say a few things to my little girl. Shortly after I started talking to her, I suddenly felt a few love taps on my face. It was pretty amazing. It was like Kyah was moving to the source of my voice and then was pushing on it. Abby said I got her all riled up. Ah, good times.
We're in the middle of our 30th week - only 10 more (give or take 1 or 2 weeks).
Monday, June 14, 2010
Mark your calendars
Consider this your "save the date": Save Aug. 15, 2010.
It's going to be a big day for us and we would welcome anyone who would like to join us to celebrate. Its the day we're getting baptized. We're super excited about it!
Though we gave our lives to Christ many years ago, we've never been baptized. On Aug. 15 we're going to put on the jersey of Christ through baptism! We hope you can be there to celebrate with us.
It's going to be a big day for us and we would welcome anyone who would like to join us to celebrate. Its the day we're getting baptized. We're super excited about it!
Though we gave our lives to Christ many years ago, we've never been baptized. On Aug. 15 we're going to put on the jersey of Christ through baptism! We hope you can be there to celebrate with us.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
The fam visits for Memorial Day weekend
We had the pleasure of hosting Abby's fam for the holiday weekend. It's always so much fun to spend time with them. They let us stay at their place so often that it's nice to be able to have them stay at our place once in a while.
While they were here we celebrated Abby and Becca's birthdays, and they got the opportunity to spend a little time with Abby and Kyah. Kyah put on a show for them everyone got to feel her kick and move.
Abby's Mom feeling Kyah move
Abby's Mom and Becca feeling Kyah move
This next picture shows something that Abby is particularly excited about - the stroller. She was so excited for it when we picked it up at REI. Abby's Dad and I put it together and here are Abby and her Mom showing it off.
Of course I had to get in on the action and feel my little girl move too. It's always fun to feel her kick and move. Doesn't Abby look cute with that little baby bump of her's? I think so.
Abby and the whole fam!
And, if you're still reading this far down the blog post, I have to give a shout out to Abby's Dad for all his help while he was here. He put in a few hours helping me install some new bathroom cabinets and a new exhaust fan/heater. He was a huge help. You know what they say, many hands make light work. There's also a confidence that comes when you're working on projects with another person. Thank you for all your help!
While they were here we celebrated Abby and Becca's birthdays, and they got the opportunity to spend a little time with Abby and Kyah. Kyah put on a show for them everyone got to feel her kick and move.
Abby's Mom feeling Kyah move
Abby's Mom and Becca feeling Kyah move
This next picture shows something that Abby is particularly excited about - the stroller. She was so excited for it when we picked it up at REI. Abby's Dad and I put it together and here are Abby and her Mom showing it off.
Of course I had to get in on the action and feel my little girl move too. It's always fun to feel her kick and move. Doesn't Abby look cute with that little baby bump of her's? I think so.
Abby and the whole fam!
And, if you're still reading this far down the blog post, I have to give a shout out to Abby's Dad for all his help while he was here. He put in a few hours helping me install some new bathroom cabinets and a new exhaust fan/heater. He was a huge help. You know what they say, many hands make light work. There's also a confidence that comes when you're working on projects with another person. Thank you for all your help!
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