Wesley's 1st Thread

stitches that is! It was bound to happen. We were at the mall this past weekend and his forehead landed on the corner of a marble tiled pillar. I wasn't right there when the incident occurred but I definitely knew his cry. I think the blood scared him the most. Anyway, we were lucky enough to find an Urgent Care and avoided an ER. Three stitches later, he was proud to be like his Daddy. Shane told him about the numerous stitches he had and Wesley appeared to be happy to join the status of his father. The stitches were taken out on Thursday evening. Shane was wise enough, without any instruction, to save the stitches for the scrapbook!

Goofing off just before the "incident"

On the way to the clinic

(don't let that smile fool you....he was scared!)

Getting prepped for the stitchesThe Thread!

Maxwell 6 month check up

Maxwell's 6 month stats:

Toothless
21 lbs 5 oz
28.5 inches long
Both 95%+

We also learned Maxwell has outgrown the infant car seat. He had a few shots and is otherwise doing great! I waited until now to introduce food. His first dinner was sweet peas. He has also eaten sweet potatoes and pears so far. In what seems like a blink of the eye, he is sitting up very well. So Big!

Where did the summer go?

Okay, so I totally took the summer off from blogging. Between battling new home projects, returning to work and juggling night time schedules, life in general has put a halt in time to myself. We just have so many exciting things going on that I felt the quick need to post.

First off, Maxwell is 6 months old! I just cannot get enough of him. His check up is tomorrow so I am looking forward to sharing his stats later. I know he has to be off the charts on weight because he seems to be breaking my back. Oh, and he first rolled over from his stomach to back today! Of course it happened at daycare. Wesley is still such a great big brother and still seems to make Maxwell laugh the hardest. It is so sweet to see them interact. Wesley is gearing up for preschool at Ms. Julie's once again. I am dreading the "constructive" criticism but I know that he will make us proud. We've got two years to mold him into a model child, is that enough? HA!

And maybe sadly, my most exciting news today is our new lawn! It is wonderful to see green... I actually think Shane will be looking forward to mowing, if not, I am! It has been 11 long months of problem weather, contractors and luck. Fortunately, that is all in the past! I cannot even express our excitement. I'll try to post pictures soon!

Quick updates....

It is hard to believe that I go back to work next Monday already. I am just thankful I had a few extra weeks to enjoy before getting back to the grind. We did a few test days this week at daycare and Maxwell did great! I am sure it helps to have such an anxious big brother there looking after him! Even Wesley has shown some improvements in his morning routine and getting out the door in the morning has been more pleasant. (He can get so awnry in the morning - not sure who he gets that from! ; )) I am going to miss spending all the extra time with my babies!!!

Anyway, hopefully this new schedule will help me get into a better routine. I am looking forward to catching up on my emails and blog but I don't want to speak to soon.

I forgot to mention - Maxwell is finally sleeping through the night. He started about a week ago! My babies are so kind to start right before I go back to work because they know Mommy needs her sleep. Wesley did the same thing!!!

Maxwell's Baptism

Maxwell was baptised today! He was so lucky to be supported and surrounded by our entire family. He was getting a little tired prior to going up front but as soon as the Pastor took a hold of him he was so content! Wesley went up front with us for the baptism and nearly knocked over the holy water in front of the entire church.

Ryan and Michelle - Maxwell's Godparents

Maxwell is 3 months old!!!

Happy Maxwell at 3 months old and 18 1/2 lbs! He is a happy lil guy!

So exhausted...

This picture was taken at 5:12 pm... Wesley wasn't feeling so hot and would have slept straight through the night if we didn't insist on making him get up and take a bath. He is feeling much better now! Don't they look so peaceful!!!

Suessical the Musical

Wesley and I went to St. Cloud to see his 2nd play. It was Suessical the Musical and our friend Mike played Horton, so I got to be the cool mom who has VIP access to the performers. (At least that is what I tell Wesley!)

Our friend Mike played Horton.
Joe and Amy went with us.
My little Suess.

Cute snuggles...

Wesley is a self proclaimed snuggler... Hopefully Maxwell will be too!

2 Months Old

and off the charts. Maxwell weighed 15 lbs. 4 oz. and 24 7/8 inches long...both in the 97-100% tile. I just checked Wesley's baby book and he was 13 lbs. 7 oz. and 24 1/2 inches long at 2 months. Such a big boy!!! He got 3 shots today and it was pretty tramatic. Wesley usually cried for less than a minute, if even, and Maxwell - well, he is still upset. It took about 5 minutes just to calm him down and he has been pretty sensitive all afternoon. Poor guy...

PS - The 5 1/2 hours of sleep didn't repeat last night but we hope it does again soon.

5 1/2 hours of sleep - straight!

Last night we had our longest stretch of sleep in a long while. Maxwell went down last at 12:30 and woke up at 6:00!! I don't know if I can expect more of that but it was awesome! It is hard to believe that his 2 month check up is tomorrow.

I took Wesley to Wal-Mart shopping. I never would have thought that it would get easier shopping with him but we have passed a major hurdle in that area. Don't get me wrong - I must shop with intention and purpose. Of course, half way into shopping he has to go to the bathroom and we have to book it across the store to the restrooms. While we were in the stall I accidentally scratched him in a rush to get in and out and not have my cart full of merchandise returned to the floor (which has happened!) and he said loudly "Ouch, you punched me" - nice, luckily I was able to walk out without any reports of abuse!

We enjoyed the beautiful weather with a nice walk around the neighborhood and a picnic in the driveway... I am getting antsy to get a lawn and some landscaping!

I am going to back post some stuff soon as well as post pictures - so keep checking.

Happy 30th Daddy

Welcome to the club!

Spark Plug

Wesley will be cruising the streets of Plymouth soon... We took him to get his first bike and it's a spiffy 16" Murray Spark Plug. I am pretty sure it was a bigger deal to us but it was fun to see him try them all out in the store. After the sixth bike, he could have cared less. Shane assembled it and I worked him into his new Spiderman helmet. He worked on feeling it out on the driveway. If he rides it any more confidently as he does his scooter - I will be panicking before long! It was really cute to see him thrilled to figure out the brakes - he had a proud smile that he couldn't hide even though he tried pretty hard to act cool about it.

Wesley getting fitted for the bike.

I CAN DO IT!!!

Maxwell's 1st Smiles

His first smiles started right at 6 weeks...much earlier than I had written in Wesley's baby book of 8 weeks. It is so sweet and rewarding.

He made his first trip to SoDak this weekend and was a good traveler. Of course he slept most of the time but that is all we needed to get through it. Ashley rode with us which also kept the trip more interesting for Wesley. His favorite thing is to pee on the grass on side roads. It never fails that he has to go when we have miles to go to the nearest town and you know he doesn't tell us until it is urgent. He has since suggested it when we are in the vehicle and we have had to tell him it is reserved for special trips to South Dakota.

Wesley goofing off...

Wesley's 1st Dentist Appt.

Wesley had his 1st dental check up and NO cavities! I was so proud of him because he wasn't afraid of anything. I guess I always thought it would be a painful experience and he'd refuse to cooperate but luckily he enjoyed the appt. His eyes bulged with amazement at his flavor options for polish and fluoride and he chose bubble gum with the utmost confidence. He kept saying "YUMMY" and "I LOVE IT" - who would have guessed that!? They didn't manage to get any x-rays out of him because it made him gag, which I can't blame him - they still make me gag. So we kept the appointment positive and didn't push. Just another proud parent moment...

Easter Pictures

I had the boys nicely coordinated in their Easter outfits. I just had to share how cute they looked!

Wesley and his "Lil Buddy" Maxwell

Happy Easter - a couple days ago

Here is a fun picture of the 5 Kavanagh BOY cousins on Easter Sunday! Super cute. I can only imagine what events will be like when all 5 are mobile... scary. Maxwell was sound asleep for it.

I also wanted to post this quick picture of a wide-eyed Maxwell. I cannot help but see his daddy in him in this picture.

Photo Slideshow from 2/28/2008

Here is our photo slideshow that was put together from a photo session we did... I really don't like myself in pictures (8 days postpartum) but am still willing to share! : ) If you want to view it, download this first: http://www.photodex.com/downloads/go_presenter.html Then here is our show: http://www.photodex.com/sharing/viewshow.html?fl=2954061&alb=0

Krew Update

It is hard to believe it has already been 3 weeks! I don't even know how that is possible. We have been really busy with visitors, work, school, sleeping and all that comes with a newborn. I didn't think we'd be this busy but right now I am writing this while taking a bath...so that about sums it up. I don't even know if this is safe! ; )

Maxwell is filling out and basically doing all the normal baby things. Of course he is getting cuter each and everyday and looking more like Wesley's baby stage. Overall, it is what you'd expect - with lots of eating, pooping, crying, sleeping and keeping us on our feet. I have watched the Oprah episode about the language of babies like 5 times trying to pin down all of his "requests/cries." Nights are taking on a routine and slowly giving us some comfort as to what to expect, but certainly doesn't make it easy. Shane and I are definitely tired day to day. Tomorrow is my first day solo with the two because Shane is taking an all day bowhunting class. Wish me luck!

There is probably more funny stories to share about Wesley right now. I have walked in on him and Shane brushing their teeth in the dark bathroom with a hunting headlamp on (what!?), Shane giving Wesley a shaving lesson (using a comb) and tonight Shane went to check on Wesley and he was giving one of his babies a bottle and the other was on the potty. He is better at this gig than me. As a matter of fact, in a way to procrastinate going to bed, Wesley has come and given Max hugs and kisses 3 times already tonight. And he just told me that he has room for me to sleep with him - it makes me sad that I haven't given him as much attention as usual. Shane has been extremely kind to spend extra time with Wesley while I just feed, change and hold the baby. We have taken advantage of the nice weather and have taken a walk the last 3 nights. The neighborhood is slowly waking up so we look forward to getting to know more people soon. I am anxious for Wesley to have friends to play with like I started to at that age!!!

I will try my best to post some updated pics soon. That requires a trip to the other computer and a little more time...

I am back, I think!

I have taken a two week hiatus from posting. I swear I could just sit here and hold Maxwell all day long. It feels like this time went by so fast with Wesley and I just want to enjoy it as much as I can.

Wesley has really taken to his new role as a big brother. I was worried the first few days because he really had little interest in Maxwell. Anyway, since then, he asks to hold his brother every day. He is also extremely affectionate - giving Maxwell many hugs, kisses, and pokes. Shane and I are really enjoying the new found task manager in Wesley too. He is our runner and always willing to help. We just hope this go getter attitude doesn't wear off too soon. I have to also share a funny thing Wesley told me a week ago. He told me, "Mommy, your belly is still big." Of course, I am thinking - thanks sweetheart. And he gave it a few minutes of serious thought and said it again - just in case I didn't understand. We may have to work on his tact!

Maxwell left the hospital at 7 lbs 10 oz and we had a 6 day check up and he was up to 7 lbs 15 oz. So I am feeling pretty confident that he is eating well and growing. Unlike Wesley, Maxwell never had any jaundice concerns. I think we are all adapting well to our new schedule. He is a great sleeper right now and I hope it continues. Our only challenge is that is a pretty gassy guy and seems really uncomfortable during those moments. If anyone has any pointers in that area - please let me know!

It's a Boy!!!

Maxwell Tate

Born February 20, 2008

At 11:48 am

8 lbs. 2 oz.

21 inches long

Here is a link to the hospital pictures:

http://www.our365.com/NewbornPortraits/BabyDetail.aspx?birthid=e66a0c11-da3f-4a58-9adf-9a53bd8f98b8

Baby Update

Tomorrow is the big day (unless something crazy changes). We go in at 7:30 am and get tapped into the juice that will bring on the contractions. I am a little bit bummed because I really wanted to do this on my own but it doesn't appear that will be the case (I could still go in the next 10 hours, right?). My blood pressure has risen and I am measuring at 40 weeks, so my doctor felt this was the best decision. I guess I cannot complain about being done. So we look forward to making a baby announcement to everyone tomorrow!!!

As a side note, I just want to send some love to my mother... She just had her hip replaced today and beginning the recovery. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers and that her recovery is speedy and exceeds all our expectations!

38 Week Appt.

Just a quick update - I had my 38 week appointment today and am dilated to a 3. This may be no change from my previous appointments but it was the first time she could actually get a measurement since my cervix has been posterior.

Happy Valentine's Day

Just in case you needed a reason to smile today...

I don't know about everyone else but we are on a sugar high here. Well, Wesley is at least. Wesley exchanged Valentine's with his friends and has been bouncing off the walls tonight. They also made their own Valentine's boxes at school, which brought back some fun elementary school memories for me... Anyway, I tried to get Wesley to take a nice picture once he got home. First to go were his pants because they were a little wet around the bottoms from snow. Then I was trying to wet his hair a little and got a couple drops of water on his shirt. So, the only shots I could get of him were in his flamin' underwear. He is extremely sensitive to wet or dirty clothes and could hardly stand still for one second!

Our romantic holiday was spent at the dinner table with a delicious bacon wrapped BBQ pork tenderloin (from Lund's) and a favorite - sweet potato casserole with marshmallows. Even Wesley ate everything and he hates potatoes. We just called it marshmallow sweets and he didn't catch on. Although, there was probably enough sugar and butter to out weigh any nutritional value.

Well, as a final note, we'd like to send our love and prayers to all of our family and friends today. We feel truly blessed to have so many wonderful people in our lives. Much Love, the Kavanagh's

"The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart." - Helen Keller

"Fourscore and seven years ago

our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal." Wesley and his friends celebrated Abe Lincoln's birthday today. Did I mention that I love our daycare? I think he gets to do so many neat things plus I get pictures emailed to me, which totally make my day!

He is also learning what is okay to say and not. On the way home from "school" yesterday, Wesley said "Oh My Gosh!" So I was like, what?! And he said, Mom that is okay to say. So then I was like okay but I prefer we say "Oh my goodness." Anyway, then he proceeds to tell me what is not okay to say "I hate this" and "STUUUPID" and "poopy butt." I really think he enjoyed saying them because he kept telling me that we don't say this or that. So basically he found a way to say them all without upsetting me. He is too smart for his own good. ; )

3 for 3

I have been dreading posting because we don't have anything great to say. We've been to the doctor at least six times this past week and a half. Wesley and I are doing much better but Shane now has a miserable ear infection. He went to Urgent Care today after a painful evening and sleepless night. His ear was even bleeding, so that was scary. So, we are all on antibotics and I almost feel like we know the pharmacy staff at Walgreens too well. We should be under house lockdown until we are all healthy!

My 37 week appt went well. I am officially full-term so I am anxious to get this over with. Shane probably wouldn't be the best birthing partner in his current condition so I will patiently wait. My doctor just said that my cervix was super, Super soft - moving up the scale of softness I guess. I was telling Wesley to look at my belly tonight because the baby was moving and he asked, "Mom, is it going to pop?" He isn't too far off from describing how I feel!

Things are looking up for us...

Wesley came home from daycare happy! When Wesley's happy, we're all happy. Yeah!!! He was in such a good mood we made a point to channel all that energy into making cupcakes. It was a lot of fun. So I took some pictures and even a little video clip of Wes counting to 12. You can tell that he his back to himself in the video - I hope you can view it.

We also found a trick to doing his nebulizer treatments. It includes a fish mask borrowed from our daycare's daughter. Once he thinks he is a fire blowing dragon fish it makes life inhaling meds not so bad. I found a couple more masks online and ordered them right away... soon he'll transform into Eden the Elephant and Nic the Dragon. Hey, anything to make this work is worth it!!! We followed up with reading books about "feeling good" to help retrain the brain. His hugs even made me feel like it was worth the pain of the past week.

I feel sorry for his future wife...

because I can hardly handle the whines and cries that are accompaning Wesley's illness. Usually a day or two is manageable but this is over the top. I know he isn't himself yet so I may have to go in for a recheck tomorrow if we stay on this path. We have battled constantly these past few days. He doesn't want milk, water, juice but it is thirsty. It takes an hour to get a 10 minute nebulizer treatment out of him. One second he wants something and the next he doesn't want anything but you cannot do anything right and everything is yucky. And he is reverting back to baby talk so productive conversations have been limited. It is very frustrating! Fortunately we are still potty trained (only one accident since we took away the night time pullups)! Anyway, if I ever want him to move out of the house and find a lovely wife - we'll need to work on breaking this whineness! ; ) Poor guy!

I've got chicken chili and regular chili warming in the crockpots and we are getting ready for the small Superbowl Party we are hosting.

36 week appt.

and nothing too exciting to post. My doctor said I am measuring along at 38 weeks, which is only freaking me out for a huge baby. We'll have to address that next week... This was also my first exam and she really couldn't tell much. Probably TMI - but she said that my cervix is really far back so she couldn't really tell if I am dilated at all. She didn't want to put me in much more discomfort so God Bless Her! She said that my cervix was super soft - whatever that means. I am a number person and need a little more quantitative data but that was good enough for me today. The baby's heart rate was in the 140's. I guess it was pretty uneventful but we are getting closer regardless!

Wesley and I are still pretty sick so I am just focusing on that right now.

Just when you think you cannot get any sicker...

we do! Wesley has had a persistant cough and it is related to his apparant chronic asthma. Then he got croup over the weekend and early this week. Then a fever and I took him into today (probably should have taken him earlier) and he has a double ear infection! In my defense, I did call the nurse line and they said that a fever is to be expected with croup. So, I expected it and was just worried about how high it got. Then, last night I decided to finally go to the doctor for my cough and found out I have Bronchitis. So, we are all drugged up here! I won't even talk about the cost of our six medications...it makes me even sicker! We changed plans in '08 that is apparantly suppose to be a cost savings to us but one medication was just shy of $400! The rest were more managable but I about died! So I guess I did talk about it but seriously...this was a shocker.

On a lighter note, all is well considering. This was a big week for other things as well. Shane bought a Ford F150 Crewcab truck - it is huge. We hope it fits in the garage - our dimensions clear us for about 6 inches in front and back. I will make Shane take a cheesy picture by his truck since it is his first new vehicle... to follow. Tuesday night we celebrated Uncle Ryan's 25th birthday with an indoor picnic at G&G K's house. Wesley will always muster up a little energy to play with his cousins. I have my doctor's appt. tomorrow so I should have an update on that front tomorrow.

Recap

We accomplished so much this past week. We somewhat re-organized the basement. Wesley now has an open basement to play baseball, hockey, ride his tricycle and scooter. Shane is enjoying the "training" sessions already and Wesley has asked to go down there to play - so he must be enjoying it equally. Shane put together some heavy duty storage racks and we sort of got all our bins figured out for that area. Then we moved up to organizing the baby's room, which I am at peace with now. There was so much stuff in the closet and little things that need to be organized. It won't be painted before the baby comes but neither is anything in the entire house. Wesley's closet got a reorg as well. So, I am feeling at least the house is ready for the newest arrival. I finally packed my hospital bag too! Now, I just need to get mentally ready.

I had two girls nights out this week... Wednesday night the RWC group went downtown to the Melting Pot and Saturday night the YHS birthday group went to California Pizza Kitchen. It was so nice to get out enjoy the company of girlfriends! I feel like I have seen more movies (in a theater too!) and gone out with friends more in the past month than I usually do in a year... I know things are going to be very crazy soon so I am really enjoying this, especially following the Fall of Shane (aka hunting season). I may just schedule a pedicure and haircut this week and call it the January of Sarah.

One area done

finally! That would be the window coverings in the dining area of the kitchen. I am super pumped that my two custom made roman shades are done! I really love how it turned out. Also, the blackout cellular blinds arrived today for the baby's room! I need some sense of accomplishment since there is SO much yet to do.

MLK Jr.

Wesley has been learning about Martin Luther King Jr. these past few days. They painted shelled peanuts different colors and the lesson being that no matter what the color is on the outside, they are the same on the inside. He also wrote (traced) the following:


Today at daycare the kids all exercised to a Dancing with the Stars workout video?...not sure what it was. Anyway, they learned the Cha Cha dance and his teacher's note said, "Although, Wes did it all with his hands in his pockets." Nice. Seriously, that doesn't sound like my kid. Maybe he is acting macho for his friends?

Weekend Update

We toured the hospital yesterday. I feel a little better seeing where we are going to deliver but we also thought our last hospital had better amenities...luckily I only plan on a two day visit. We saw a couple babies in the nursery and Wesley asked where is our baby? I suppose this is all confusing for someone his age. I saw another little girl who was at least the same age as Wesley if not older ask her dad the same question.

Wesley heard a baby crying on tv this weekend (he was in another room). He came running to find me and asked "Mom, is the baby crying?" Seriously, I thought it was so sweet. He may be more prepared than I am!

We spent today cleaning house a bit. I helped Wesley make his bed and then he called me in later to show me that he finished it. It was pretty cute because he piled up all his crap on his pillows. He was so proud of it.

The bare walls are getting to us...

so we are considering this one for the kitchen (minus the text)

Warmth

and this one for above the fireplace?

Into The Light

If anyone knows of great places to find affordable art or where to frame it, let me know!

34 Week Appt.

I had my doctor's appointment this morning and all is well. Baby's heartbeat was in the 130's and still measuring a little ahead. I was really trying to work out something to help with my sleepless (painful) nights. I got a couple new medication combinations to try. The next appointment will be more informative on my progress, although that doesn't always mean much either.

I had to share pictures of Wesley sound asleep last night with all his guys. Usually, they are just at the end of his bed but last night they kept him company. His monkey, Baby Alex, Baby George and his two blankies! He won't keep the clothes on his babies - despite the fact that we tell him they are freezing.

Bad Hair Days

Even Wesley has them! I really only like to take pictures of him when he looks so nice and camera ready...but I couldn't resist his worst hair day ever! I never have a problem sending him off to daycare unstyled but this is almost embarrassing! He even came home looking like this. I think it's time for a trim.

Giving me his cheesiest smile!

Here he is carrying mom's purse with his tough guy shirt on!

Dinner/Movie/Date...

is a rare occurrence for us! Fortunately, my dear sister Ashley offered up her Wednesday night to us. Shane and I went to Biaggi's to eat and it was fabulous! Seriously, we had pistachio crusted rainbow trout with raspberry sauce to chicken parmesan (for the less brave) and our favorite date dessert of creme brulee - all for under $60. It was delicious. Then we headed over to the theater to see Juno. I love, love, love that film. Plus, I found out that Monday through Thursday movie rates are only $6/person! We may just have to designate weeknights as date nights! Now if Wesley could just stay home alone...

Dedication

Baby Nick - Isn't he sooo cute!?

Today was Baby Nicholas Todd's dedication. We went to the church service and followed up with chili and playtime with all the cousins in North Branch. I love getting all the boys together because they have so much fun playing together! Wesley also asked to hold Baby Paige, a cousin on Laura's side. He was so proud to show his cousin's and called out to them, "Ethan, Dylan, look at me!" Of course, it was about a minute later that he said, "Okay, I am done." I am thinking that will be his attention span for the new baby as well. That is really all we did today to sum it up.

Tonight is Wesley's first night without a pull-up! I am feeling pretty confident in his ability to stay dry all night since he has woken up dry the past couple of weeks! Wish him luck!!!

Saturday

We only ventured out today to take a look at new front doors. I really want a new one because ours is just a plain fiberglass door and blah. I want one that is still fiberglass but is craftsman style with a window on top. Our entry doesn't have any sidelites or windows right now, so I feel like we need some light coming in. Plus, I love that you can stain the fiberglass to make it look like real wood. That may be a spring project...

We also broke out Wesley's 0-3 month clothing bins and did a load of laundry. We set up the pack-n-play and baby swing. It is really making this arrival feel imminent. I would like to paint the room green but we will see if get that ambitious this next month. We haven't even painted Wesley's room yet, so I can easily say it isn't a rush.

Wesley and Shane had a little man time this afternoon while I was editing some photos. They watched football and did a couple puzzles. When I came downstairs they were giving each other double knucks. You gotta love the man bond!

Slumber party

at daycare today! Wesley had pajama day at Ms. Julie's house. Here is a picture of the kids cozying up on an air mattress and watching a little bit of Happy Feet.



I worked my first 5 day week in over 3 years this week. Not too much fun but I can handle it for the next month or two. My plan is only to do it until the baby comes. I may also arrange to work those Fridays from home - we'll see!

We met up with another couple for dinner tonight at Joe Sensors. It worked out really great because we had plans to go out to eat and on our way our friends called us asking if we wanted to meet up. I love when last minute things work out!

My massage last night was fabulous!

Someone is nesting...

and it isn't me! Shane (who I know will read this) is driving me crazy! He is trying to organize stuff but it is all about how fast he can do it versus thinking about how we can make perfect. That is my little vent! It really isn't a complaint, I want to get organized as well but just to my level of perfection. ; ) I suppose we have been here three months already and it really is about time to get some stuff done before we get busier! I just know how hard it is to try and get someone (cough, cough) to change things later...so I want it to be just right!

I scheduled a prenatal massage for Thursday night. It was an awesome birthday gift from Ashley! I cannot believe I have held onto it since October. My thought was to save it for later pregnancy and post holiday relaxation - it will be so worth the wait!

Final note, I updated some previous post with some pictures.

Weekend Update

Update on the baby front... I had my 32 week appt. Friday and it went very well! I am very happy with my change in doctors. The baby's heart beat was in the 120's and the baby's head is down. I am measuring for 34 weeks and have another appt. in two weeks. Shane and I will also be scheduling a tour of the hospital (Fairview Southdale in Edina) as soon as possible.

Charity came into town on Friday, so we had a busy schedule for the weekend. We hit up the Mall of America Friday during the afternoon and scored some great after Xmas sales on shoes. We went to PS. I love you that evening and cried the entire 2 hours and 6 minutes. It was quite something and I am glad that we didn't see anyone that knew us. Saturday morning we got up and took off for Albertville Outlet shopping and I was happy to find the mall was less than 20 minutes from our house! Then we met up with some old friends (co-workers from our TCF days) in St. Cloud. It was super fun to catch up with them, enjoy some college cuisine (Mexican Village) and drive by some of our old stomping grounds. That evening Charity and I returned home and hung out with another girlfriend, Amber, for the evening. It was so nice to have a weekend that I could call my own! Thank you Charity for making that happen!!!

Wesley and Shane kept pretty busy all weekend too. Shane took his snowmobile in for repair and they spent some time with G&G K. They also went to Cabella's and Wesley came home with a nice Superman fishing pole. He is excited to use it this summer on Big Ryan's boat (hopefully)! They also made their first snowman today - I was quite impressed with it. As for myself, I was really tired all day and was pretty lazy. We have a full week of work ahead of us so I am glad that I was able to bum around today!

Frosty the Snowman slowly melting

Wesley and I were talking about the baby today when I was attempting to nap with him. It was so cute, he asked me if I ate the baby! I was confused at first but he was wondering how the baby got in my belly! After explaining that I did not eat the baby, he asked how it got in my belly then. I told him that Mommy and Daddy wanted a brother or sister for Wesley and that God helped us put it in my belly. Seriously, it was too cute. As for now, I think my explaination was good enough for Curious Wesley!

Cute picture of Wesley

Happy New Year

Well, the Christmas tree is coming down today. I really don't want to take it down but the garbage will pick it up tomorrow so it is a must. I will slowly dismantle our holiday decor. It was nice to have some decorations up because it didn't make our house feel so blank. Oh well, that will be my ongoing project.

We really enjoyed the nice long weekend. It was busy, as usual, with Dylan's 3rd birthday party on Friday night. It is always fun to get all the cousins together. There were so many little guys it was pretty crazy! Many wrestling matches ensued. I know Wesley had a great time! Then on Saturday we had Shane's family Christmas. I know the boys loved opening all their gifts! Shane got in a little snowmobiling in this weekend and Wesley got his first snowmobile ride! We also brought in the new year with good food and good friends. All in all, a wonderful weekend.


Dylan and his Spiderman cake and the boys wrestling


We are all back in our routine today. Shane made his first commute to his new office location. He is now working out of the Plymouth UHC office. Very nice for him! He beat us home and had supper started - I cannot ask for more! I doubt that will be an everyday occurrence but it was nice that all of us were home by 5:15!

Well, I am hoping to get back to a regular report (if anyone cares)! I will have my 32 week check up on Friday and will be anxious to find out if I like my new doctor/clinic. The baby is moving around like crazy and making me nervous that we aren't ready for it!!

Me getting big (taken 12/27/07)