the past week

The week actually went by kind of fast. I had 2 meetings on Monday night for sorority stuff and then on Wednesday night had dinner with the girls one last time before Sarah moves. And on Friday morning it was time for baby dr appointment again!

Nothing really eventful took place other than me causing trouble and refusing to get checked. I figure there is no need in being all up in my business and causing irritation or worse yet my water accidently breaking. We want little man to stay put at least until the 8th after 4pm! LOL My appointment was with a different nurse practitioner anyways so why worry about her checking me. The nurse was kind of take aback that I was refusing but my NP was in the hall during the conversation and said not a problem at all. And the NP who came in to talk to me was fine with me not wanting to be checked.

So aside from that my blood pressure was good (110/70) and baby’s heartbeat was in the 130’s. The belly is measuring good and he continues to move daily so we are on the right track. And our c-section is scheduled for the afternoon on Oct 19th! I cant wait!!

The only negative thing is that is appears I may be anemic. We are going to start some iron supplements but it appears it wont correct it self til after delivery.

Then it was time for Homecoming parade! We met granny for some McD’s then headed to our spot to watch the parade! Uncle Bobby joined us with Abbye and Austin. Matthew also ran into other friends he knew and they played before the parade started!

here comes the band!

Then it was time to rest and we decided to go to the drive in after dad got home. We saw The Help. I havent read the book but the movie I thought was really good!!

Time for the weekend!!

One important update is that Friday night Jeff got himself a new truck! His had been having some problems so instead of chancing things and worrying about getting it overhauled he went looking and actually found one! It was dark Friday night so I snagged a picture at the soccer field Sat afternoon! He is super happy and is loving his new baby!

Time to play some soccer!!

On Sunday after church Matt helped dad haul off some limbs from the front yard. He sure is a big helper!

He worked so hard and then of course played too and he had to take a quick shower before church! It was so funny cause his hair was still wet when we left. We took the truck and he had to have his window down which was no big deal. Until we got there and his hair was dried like this! LOL

We laughed so hard! Of course we put a little water on it when we got inside and got it to lay down a little bit! This kid is something else for sure!

baby dr update

Well once again today was a visit to Dr H. I got a kick out of Matt needing to get his very own cup (yes the ones like you pee in!) and he even had to write his name on it like mom did! Nothing like a child being content with a cup and a few fake rock/marble things! LOL

They were a little busier then normal but the wait didnt seem too bad since Matthew was in a decent mood. It sure makes all the difference. I got weighed and looks like I am at 25 lbs gained to date at 36 weeks. Not too shabby I dont guess! My blood pressure was normal usual. Belly measures right on for gestational age and Jackpot's heart rate was 148 which is a little fast for him but he was moving up a storm so being awake and active makes all the difference in him.

One thing I have noticed this past week is how much more effort it takes to do the little things. Along with this has come an increase in contractions. Dr H went ahead and checked me today and thankfully these annoying contractions arent making any progress they are just annoying. He said to take it easy, to just slow down when I need to and to be prepared that what may have taken me 10 minutes to get done 10 months ago may now take me double if not longer now. He said I am in good shape and all looks good but to realize that my body has changed (as if this belly isnt a big enough hint to that!) and that being tired and needing to rest more is perfectly ok not a sign of weakness!

Aside from that it was a quick visit and pretty uneventful. Now my appointments are weekly! OMG we are down to the weekly appointments! Wahooooooo And just looking at the calendar gets me so excited! We have 3 1/2 weeks until Jackpot should arrive as long as he stays his entire stay and doesnt wanna come join this crazy family any sooner! I talk to him every night and tell him to just wait until after the 10th. I would prefer the 19th like we have planned but any time after the 10th and I am good with that! Let's see how well he listens!

checking the teeth

Wednesday morning we headed to the dentist for Matthew's 6 month checkup. He was kind of tense but laid back and opened wide. When she first approached with floss to his back teeth he tensed up and bit her! Uh Oh!! But he settled down and relaxed for the rest of the check up.



All his teeth look great and we were praised for still brushing his teeth and making it important because of how nice and clean his are. Makes the teeth brushing struggles worth it when you hear you are doing something right. So my kid may have an attitude that needs to be tamed but darn it he has nice teeth! LOL

After the appointment we went to meet a friend of mine who had some clothes she was giving me for Silas. While we waited in the parking lot Matthew played with the CB radio as a walkie talkie. It was hilarious!



My Joe Cool!

The only thing missing is the baby!

His official name banner


View of the back wall when standing at the doorway


view to the right from the doorway


view to the left from the bathroom door towards the door way - changing table full of dipes and crib just waiting on bumper pad and dust ruffle to be complete!


the only thing missing is the baby! and like I have said before, he needs to wait a bit longer before making his arrival! we are anxiously awaiting but we can wait a little longer thats for sure!

a day of ball

Saturday morning I was going to do the 5K here in town but I just had to give in and realize I just couldnt do it. Ughhhh between my knee hurting lately and more braxton hicks contractions as each day passes I just didnt think it would be a good idea! I want this little guy to stay put at least until after Oct 10th! then he cane come whenever he wants, hopefully on our planned day of the 19th!

So Matt and I got ready for soccer and Dad met us at the field since he was already in town working!

coming in for a water break!

my guys

We decided to grab some lunch then take a vehicle home before heading to watch Bryson play some football. He is #2

Matthew and Mason enjoying some reese’s cups

Matt went to introduce himself to this little boy and play with his toys. He told Jeff that it is the proper thing to do to say hi and ask their name when you dont know someone! While they were playing the little boy comments on Matt and Mason both starting with an M and Matt says “Yes they do but they call me Super Matt”! Uhhhh we do?? LOL News to us!

Then it was dinner with everyone! What a great time it was.