First Baby Shower!!!

My sweet friends...Amanda, Tiffany, and Tracy had us a baby shower for my friends and co-workers in Madison/Birmingham this weekend. It was so much fun! Anniston is already so loved. She is ready to go on her first boating trip with her adorable new swimsuits! I didn't even know they made clothes this cute for a baby... She was showered with some really great gifts. I am posting a few pics from Saturday!

As for the doctor visit update, we went back on Friday and she is coming right along. I'm now on two week visits and Tuesday I'll be 30 weeks! My swelling has increased, and the doctor says I have to put my feet up more. That's somewhat difficult to do when I'm always running around, but I plan to start trying or I may have to go up another shoe size!

4D Ultrasound!

What an exciting morning! Anniston is doing great! She's so little! We were able to get a great video and some great pictures. Derrick & my mom went along for the big event. We finally found out why she doesn't kick me very hard yet....one she's so small, but the tech said I have an anterior placenta - basically she's hiding out underneath the placenta and with some babies it's opposite so you can feel them more. The sweetest thing happened (and I could feel it too) ...she was about to wrap up our session when Anniston got the hiccups. It looked kind of painful, but it was still sweet. We just stared at the screen! What a blessing- to watch your baby on the screen for over 30 minutes! Today, her heartbeat was 149. I posted a couple of pics for everyone to enjoy. She's still playing with her feet! How sweet!

It's March..and you should be here in May!!

I woke up this morning (after sleeping for at least a 4 hour stretch) and was like OH WOW it's March and we will have you in May! After not finishing my test last night until 11:58 - due by 12 (nothing like procrastination) ...I didn't think I would be excited this morning...but actually thinking about you getting here helped me get through the day. This was a big weekend. We got your baby bed and Derrick put it up yesterday. It's so beautiful... and he hung window treatments in your room. It's actually beginning to look like a nursery! When I get the bedding..I will post pictures. I can already tell the downside to this month is going to be work clothes. I've just about acquired a decent amount of dress clothes for work and I go to get ready today and nothing seems to fit all over again. The upside is your 4D is Wednesday...I can't wait! Just to see you again..will be so exciting. I just pray that you are healthy and growing like expected. Will update after appointment this week. 12 Weeks to go!

Happy Valentine's Day!

What a cold week...brrrr. Snow comes as often as rain these days. I'm so ready for Spring! Anniston now has bedding ordered. I'm so excited- one more thing off the list. I will post a picture ...it's adorable! Between the cold and being pregnant, we've been catching lots of movies. Dear John and Valentine's Day are great chick flicks. Derrick is showing his romantic side this weekend and planned a great date last night and I have my first pregnancy massage today! What a great weekend:) Later I will hopefully post some pics of Bella's visit today. Last night, I had a crazy dream (the first one about Anniston) ...she was here and everything was going great (although she was extremely small) and then I forgot and left her somewhere. Of course I woke Derrick up and he said that I would never do that and I went back to sleep. I'm truly going crazy. lol. As for Anniston, she's getting bigger. I go to the doctor this week and can't wait to hear her little heartbeat again! My doctor's are beginning to notice the big belly...I get the most random comments. Men just have so much trouble with their words! I get things like...You're looking great and a bit rounder....Do you have fluid retention- I think you're face is swollen? Do you miss working out? What's you're workout plan after the baby? I mean it's mostly in your belly...I guess. I should start a quote book! I'm so thankful for our Presidents...I couldn't be happier about being off work Monday!

Anniston, Happy Valentine's Day to you too! I know that you already are so loved! To my sweet husband (that occassionally reads your blog) Love you too! To my brother, Happy Birthday tomorrow!

Only 15 Weeks Left!

15 weeks left...it makes the wait seem less to say it that way:) We are already well into February...I can't believe it! The most recent Anniston news is that we went to babies 'r us for the very first time. It was overwhelming. I knew I had to eventually go in, but I was shocked to see so many things for a baby. Of course, I do realize we don't need all of that, but it didn't make the visit less shocking. We still don't have our crib in, but we do have a dresser/changing table that is adorable. Anniston, you have something in your nursery! I am starting to feel her a little more...which is so comforting. I kept Anna Kate Saturday and as always she is very concerned about how much longer Anniston has to stay in. She's also realized that Anniston doesn't have any toys or baby dolls yet. It's precious to hear her talk about the baby.

On a funny note, I walked outside this morning with Derrick for church and it was snowing a little. I couldn't believe it was snowing, because I felt like I was burning up! The joy of pregnancy I guess. My body is changing so fast. I'm always asking my sweet friends if this or that happened to them. It helps to know that others feel the same..I guess. As for you Anniston, we will fly again soon. As if you haven't traveled enough since September, we will now be going to New York in a few weeks. You're a little traveler already! I'm counting down the weeks to meet you and praying for a healthy baby girl! I all the sudden feel like we have quite a bit to do before you arrive, but I know that we will get there. Upcoming events include Valentine's Day, Dr.'s appointment - always great to hear that little heartbeat, and the 4D - the first week of March!

22 weeks already!

The past three weeks have flown by. You must be growing...because I know I am. We had a great doctor's appointment this week. They wouldn't let me see you for long, but they did quickly run the ultrasound machine over my tummy to ensure you are a little girl- There's no denying..You were in the perfect position. Thankfully, all the pink items will look great! Your little heartbeat was 160 this time. I just love you more and more everyday. We are in Dallas now for a meeting, and I wasn't crazy about the flight...but I did get some Babywise reading in:) I'm so excited about the 4D...I know it isn't until the first week of March, but I can't wait already. I am so thankful that you seem to be growing like expected. Derrick is already talking about building you a toy box...He's afraid Brady will tear up your toys I guess. I almost forgot...ROLL TIDE ROLL! We became National Champions since I was last on here. When I checked in my hotel today in Texas ...I wanted to say Roll Tide, but I was polite:) Also, Derrick put the most precious cradle together for our bedroom for you already. It's another reminder that you will be here soon! Can't wait for you to meet all your family and friends.

Happy New Year...Your Room is PINK!

Since I last wrote to you...much has gone on in your little soon to be nursery. I hate to embarass your wonderful daddy, but since he doesn't get on here near as much as I do...I have to anyway. Okay, so I found this cute little nursery online and in a store here in madison that used green and pink (the walls green). I thought that would be adorable, but after a few mishaps- your room is now a perfect pink! I know I should have started with that color, but then we wouldn't have the great story. So your daddy thought he would paint. I must admit he is very meticulous when it comes to painting and I knew he would do a great job. Unfortunately, right before I was about to tell him the green paint wasn't quite the color I wanted for your room... he happen to tip over the paint can and it spilled off the plastic onto the carpet. I couldn't believe my eyes! My friend Google helped us find a way to get all the paint out of carpet- a dish detergent mixture! Three hours later, I admitted the paint must be changed. It took three more trips to Lowe's (for primer, new paint, and plastic) and we now have a beautiful Pink room. Thank you Derrick. Anniston will love it...I just know it.

Well, it's back to work for me and I'm not ready. January is a busy month for us. I have two trips to Dallas...another to Jackson and Derrick has two guard weekends away. In the meantime, we have plenty to keep us busy at home. I must say Roll Tide Roll! I'm so excited for Thursday. In closing, Pastor Dusty spoke this morning on "Remembering." Focusing on God in everything we do can be challenging, but reflecting on the fact that he never forgets us makes it easier.