Playing Catchup!

So...a lot has happened since my last post. Like, for instance, I had a baby! Haha! Let's see how I can catch everyone up. I last wrote in May so I'll try to go back to June. Well, actually after my last May post I had gone to Kentucky for my baby shower that Amanda threw for me (May 29). It was fun to see all my friends and neat to see April pregnant and exciting to meet Karana, Shannon's 2 week old! There's something special about being pregnant with your friends...especially when you've been friends since kindergarten!

June was actually pretty hectic for me. Heather had her baby, so that meant I was on my own in the office! Actually, we got a temporary replacement who came in and worked part-time in Heather's absence. I got a little overwhelmed trying to do my job, Heather's job and train Angi. My due date was July 4 and when that day came and went with no sign of baby coming I must admitt I turned into quite the bear. The 4th was a friday and I was praying Jack would come before Monday because that was when Vacation Bible School started and Angi was going to be on vacation that week so that meant I would be on my own amidst all the chaos that comes along with VBS.

That Monday I was sooo uncomfortable and thought that I might be in the early stages of labor...turns out I was...infact, my water had broke at some point that day and I didn't realize it! ( I know, I know...how is that possible? It was a trickle, not a flood, that's how! lol) I got home and proceeded to walk about a mile and a half...ALONE!! I kept doubling over in pain, but kept going cause I was determined to have that baby! I had noticed all day long that Jack wasn't moving like normal so at about 11pm, Luke and I went to the ER and I was hooked up to monitors...still leaking all the while! They never checked me cause they could hear the heartbeat and said he was fine. We got home after midnight and I was dreading to have to face day two of VBS! I changed my bottom half TWICE (and it still never dawned on me why I was "leaking"!!!)

The next morning (July 8) I got up and finally realized that my water had broken!!! You that are closest to me, know I'm a blonde in a brunette's disguise! Anywho, I was determined to go natural, even though I was put on pitocin! Finally at about 8:15 PM I gave in and ordered an epidueral, got it around 8:30 and Jack was born at 8:46!!! SERIOUSLY!!! It was a hectic ordeal...I had to be put on oxygen cause Jack's heart rate dropped drastically! Then we both had to be put on antibiotics and monitored because I got a fever during labor which is a sign of infection...due to my water being broke for so long!

In August my mom and gramma came down and stayed for a week while I went back to work. They watched the boys for me and cooked and cleaned and did the laundry! Then Hunter started Preschool the following week and Jack started going to his babysitter! Jack made his first visit to Ky in September and got to meet his brand new cousin, Braeden!

Luke turned 27 on October 9 and I surprised him by getting a sitter and taking him out to some fancy smancy restuarant. Actually it wasn't that fancy...but it should have been for the price! It's a place called The Point. It's a steak house that is basically on a cliff, hence the name. It's kinda rustic and like a huge log cabin. There are big windows so you can look out at the beautiful scenery while you eat. That morning I got up before the crack of dawn to make a birthday cake for him completely from scratch, including the frosting. It was a long day for me, but Luke is completely worth it! =) Well, I guess this post is long enough!

I've Been Tagged...

At least I think I have been. =)

Ten years ago, I was...a junior in high school.

Three things I am going to do today...the newsletters at work, clean my house and pack for Kentucky!

If I were a billionaire, I would...pay off all debt (including our house), start a college fund for our children, save/invest, give a couple million to my parents =), donate money to a charity and TRAVEL, TRAVEL, TRAVEL!!!

Five places I have lived...Lexington, KY; Paris, KY; Richmond, KY; Clovis, NM; St.Robert, MO

On my resume, you'd find these five jobs...church secretary(Westside Baptist Church), dietary aide (PCRMC and BCH), server (Logan's Roadhouse) , POS (Kohl's), cashier (Food Lion).

Tag: Heather A

Bellies, Kentucky and Potato Salad

One thing about this pregnancy that is fun is working with another pregnant person! The fact that we are so close together with due dates makes it that much more fun. When I was pregnant with Hunter, I was definitely the only one. This time I have 3 best friends and my sister-in-law pregnant with me! Heather and I after church.

We are going home to Kentucky this weekend and I can't wait to see my family and friends. I'm really looking forward to rubbing bellies and meeting Shannon's new little one!!! Oh and my mom is making her potato salad!!! I can't wait! =) Deviled eggs will make the trip complete! haha!

Just Us!

This is us before church Sunday morning after Hunter's birthday.

This is just me, showing my belly off at 30 weeks, 3 days!

Hunter is going through an umbrella phase right now, so Luke and I got him one for his birthday. He couldn't wait for the first rainy day so he could use it! Of course, even though he has his umbrella, he still has to wear his "cool" raincoat!

A Spidey Filled Day!

So here are some pictures from Hunter's birthday party weekend (April 26, 2008). Since his birthday fell on a Tuesday this year we had his party on the Saturday before. He had a few friends come as well as Becky and Gene (my parent-in-laws), and his Uncle Brad and Aunt Heather, who brought along their neice Makenzie.

Issac and Hunter sitting at the Cars table that Hunter got from Uncle Brad and Aunt Heather.

Hunter in mid jump!

Hunter and Austin decided to take a break from the jumpy house and check out the playground. Austin, Hunter and Issac enjoying some pizza!

The cool cake that Ausitn's mommy made.

Spiderman even showed up for this special birthday boy!

Hunter had a great birthday. He and his friends had a good time playing and the adults had a good laugh thanks to Spiderman's outstanding performance! =)

Ten Weeks Left!

Well, apparently I'm not very good at keeping this thing updated! Let's see, I guess it's been about a month since my last post! I got baptized on April 13th. That was a good day for us. Luke and Hunter were right there with me smiling. Hunter was very impressed with the big "bathtub" and Luke was excited for me. I am hoping that will jumpstart something in Luke, we'll see. I had asked if I could have bubbles, but that request was denied.

As of today I am 30 weeks pregnant! I am so excited! Not that much longer...10 weeks! So, here's a picture of me at 27 weeks and then at 30 weeks.

The theme of this month has been Spiderman! Hunter's 4th birthday party is going to be this Saturday on the 26th. His acutal birthday is the 29th. We have rented a blow up jumpy house and Luke ordered a Spiderman costume off of Ebay. Our friend Ammie has been nice enough to make the cake for us. We're having the party at one of the parks on post, unless there's bad weather. In that case we'll be having the party at our church. I'm excited and Hunter is excited, but I honestly believe that Luke is the MOST excited! haha! He's such a big kid! Well, I guess that all that's been going on here with us. Oh, we steamed cleaned our carpets last weekend, but thats about the extent of our excitment! I'm always at church (between a 40 hour work week, bible study, Cubbies, and small groups) and Luke has started classes again this week...we stay pretty busy!

Floods, tornadoes and weight gain!

Well, it's raining non-stop again here in great Missouri. There were major floods two weeks ago. Roads got washed out and people had to evacuate their homes. We were fortunate enough not to be effected by it at our house. The water is already rising again. There have been tornadoes today as well as last Friday. I refuse to sleep in the closet again! We did that a couple months ago when there were like 5 tornadoes! No thank you! I'll sleep in my bed and if I get blown away, I get blown away!

We were supposed to get the nursery done this past weekend and get the garage cleaned out, but that didn't happen. We started on Saturday, but eventually gave up for the day and then never started again on Sunday. I'm driving Luke crazy with my "nesting". I can't help it...I want things organized (every closet, every cabinet, every drawer!) Jack has been very active the past couple of days and I have been more tired! Hunter has been asking more and more questions about the baby. He's excited that his little brother is going to be in the room next to his and has already asked if Jack can sleep with him in his bed. My next appointment is on the 7th of April. Hunter gets his 4 year check-up on the 14th and I know that he will be getting shots. I know you haven't seen my belly mom, so here is a picture of me about 2 weeks ago at 25 weeks along.

With Hunter I gained, oh about 60 POUNDS!!!! So far I've only gained 6 pounds, (as of my last doctor's visit). However, this is what happened last time too...I gained it all at the end! I'm sure I've gained a couple more pounds and I'll find out next week. So my goal this pregnancy is ~ "just not 60, just not 60, please not 60!"

Easter

We had a pretty good Easter. I was sad cause we weren't with family, but it was overall a good day. I got up and arranged the baskets how I thought they looked best...you know...just the way the Easter bunny would have wanted them! haha. Then I woke up the boys and made french toast for breakfast. Hunter was upset that he missed the Easter bunny, but once he saw his basket he forgot all about it. After Hunter got his basket we ate, but Hunter didn't want french toast...he wanted Nerds. So, I decided to sprinkle Nerds on his and he had a special Easter breakfast!

Hunter liked it!

After breakfast daddy and Hunter tried out his new kite from the Easter bunny before getting ready for church.

My handsome boys!

After church I made a ham, mashed potatoes, peas, corn and rolls. Then for dessert I made a cake and bunny cookies. We had a good day.

Weclome To My Blog!

Well, I've finally joined the online world of blogging! I guess having a facebook and myspace account just weren't enough for me! Actually I decided to start a blog so that our family and friends can keep up with us from afar! =) It's hard living so far from everyone that we love, so I hope this helps!

Luke tested for Tech Sgt. on St. Patrick's Day and we are waiting to find out whether or not he passed. We won't know anything until sometime in June so please keep us in your prayers. We could use a pay raise. I'm already starting to stress about finances with another little one coming soon! Luke is currently enrolled in Kaplin University and has been taking online classes for pre-law. He really enjoys them and is doing well.

Hunter started a new daycare yesterday and he absolutely LOVES it! It's right down the road from our church so it's close to me. I feel so much better knowing that he's in a good place. The atmosphere is completely different than where he was before.

The excitment is growing as July gets closer and closer! We cannot wait to meet Jack and to see how Hunter interacts with him. Last Friday Hunter was rubbing my belly and saying, "Come on brother! What's taking you so long baby?" It was funny cause he's never done that before. Hunter is very excited to be a big brother!

As for me, I'm just working and being a mommy and wife. Keep our pastors in your thoughts cause they have not only one pregnant secretary, but two! Heather will be 27 weeks Wednesday and I will be 26 weeks on Thursday! We really are one week apart from eachother...8 days!