Latest Creation

I wouldn't say that I'm "nesting" quite yet, because I'm still not really motivated to clean or organize much, but I have been really excited about a "car seat canopy" ever since I wished I had one with Norah.  I found a tutorial here.  We actually had to buy an infant car seat because we were borrowing one from my sister in law when Norah was an infant.  The gray on this car seat inspired me and I found this material that I LOVE.  I just hope it doesn't look to girly for our little man :)  The cover was easy to make, but getting the right measurements for the handles and sewing them to cover was the difficult part!  I wanted to do buttons for the closure but I have yet to attempt buttons holes and Velcro seemed much easier.  I also could have just done ties, but I thought they might look too messy.

All Ready For Baby!

Pregnancy

With Norah I was making Ben take a picture of my growing belly every few weeks.  I don't really have the motivation or desire to do that this time around since I kind of already know what to expect.  Although I'll admit it, I enjoy being pregnant.  I'm sorry for the women who get sick and are miserable, that doesn't seem fun :(  But thankfully, I typically feel great as long as I keep eating and exercising. I was able to continue running up until about 28 weeks this time.  I have to slow it down now and just walk, but I still feel pretty good after my workouts.  Don't get me wrong, everyday is a struggle to find the energy to get out of bed much less fit a workout in, especially with a toddler underfoot.  And I have many complaints about things that are happening to my body, but it's all completely worth it, especially when I think of the life that I am creating.  We are so thankful to have the blessing of another child in our lives and I love feeling his every roll and jab.  I think if I didn't already know this was going to a be a boy I could guess that it is by the way he can pack a punch!  What should we name him?  I am open to suggestions.  All I can think of are cute little girl names.  

31 Weeks

Easter

We had a gorgeous Easter Weekend, so sunny and warm.  We went to our Ward's Easter Egg Hunt and then relaxed while Norah napped.  Ben and I have differing opinions regarding when the "Easter Bunny" comes.  His family always celebrated the Easter Bunny on Sunday, Easter, and my family always celebrated the Easter Bunny the Saturday before, so we could focus on the REAL reason for Easter on Sunday.  We haven't been able to compromise on our differing traditions thus far, but usually I win and we do baskets on Saturday, so that we can start eating the candy already!  SO, during Norah's nap Ben decided the Easter Bunny would come and leave Norah's basket for her to wake up to.  She was beyond thrilled to see the basket, but rather than try to get the candy open she picked it aside and started playing with the Easter grass.  Once she discovered the pure deliciousness of the candy though we couldn't pry her away.  She has only gotten a few pieces here and there after that though, her mom and dad ate the rest :)  We enjoyed a relaxing Sabbath the next day, up until Ben had to leave get to Portland for some training the next day.  Grateful for a source of income though, a comfortable place to live, wonderful family, and our Savior Jesus Christ.  Happy Easter!

Yep, these are the best pictures I got.  My daughter does not pose for the Camera...especially when she is preoccupied ;)

Look What I Made

My Mother would be so proud!  When I was pregnant with Norah my mom convinced me that I could sew my own burp-clothes.  Now I knew how to sew on a button and I could repair minor rips and tears in clothing, but I had never used a sewing machine before.  My mom showed me the ropes and I spent the rest of the day working on the burp clothes.  It took forever!  Since then I have gotten a bit more practice and attempted a few other projects, although I would still call myself a beginner! 
My friend convinced me that I would definitely need new burp clothes this time around since I am having a baby boy.  I can't lay little man on my shoulder with a PINK burp cloth under his tiny face.  So I've been working on a new set for him and am finally finished.  They were so much easier this time, although actually finding the time to sew becomes a bit complicated with a little toddler underfoot  :)

Making these helped it sink in that I am going to be a mommy to a little BOY and got me quite excited for his arrival.  Just 11 more weeks...