Random pics from the past week

Mason loves shoes, but he doesn't necessarily like to wear them. I bought new shoes for him, since he is walking and I was praying he wouldn't take them off.

He has to taste everything. He kept the shoes on and these are the only shoes he will wear and not take off.
Our church had "Round Up Sunday" - The served a country breakfast, had a petting zoo, a train, and a mechanical bull last week in order to promote Sunday School. Adam attempted the bull riding and fell off after 7 seconds.
Mason wearing his sunglasses. He normally takes them off right away, but he is starting to not mind them on his face.

One Tree Hill

I'm a sucker for The CW shows (formerly known as The WB). It all began with Dawson's Creek in High School. I have seen every episode and cried my heart out watching the series finale. Pathetic, but I did the same thing with Friends, my all time favorite show. I have a feeling that I will cry once again next May, when One Tree Hill comes to an end.

I have followed OTH from the beginning and even got Adam watching the show. I wasn't sure how this past season would pan out, since several years had passed by and all of sudden everyone was out of college and had careers. I think it was my favorite season thus far.

Monday, Sept. 1, is the season premiere and I will be DVR'n it in case we aren't home. Last season's cliff hanger, Luke made a call to one of three girls, asking if she wanted to go to Vegas with him and get married. I have always routed for Peyton and I think that is who he called, so I can't wait to see how everything turns out.

While waiting for OTH to come one, I caught a few episodes of Gossip Girl. It's pretty good. I'm still not sure if I will follow the show, but with it coming on before OTH on Monday's, it might just be a new show in our house.

Victoria's Secret + College Football

Ok, two posts in one morning, I know.

College Football is just around the corner and Adam & I can't wait. Most of the college tshirts, hoodies, sweatshirts are geared towards guys. Well, Victoria's Secret has come out with a Pink Collegiate Collection.

http://www2.victoriassecret.com/pink/pink_cli_0620/OSPNKCLIZZZ.cfm?cliSchoolId

coffee

I'm drinking coffee this morning! This is a victory in itself, mostly because I haven't had the desire or urge to drink coffee since I found out I was pregnant with Baby #2. Honestly, it doesn't matter to me that it's decaf, it's more of an experience.

My first sip of coffee happened at the age of 2. Don't worry, I didn't drink an entire cup. My Pappa used to drink coffee every morning and one morning I wanted a sip of his. He decided to pour a small amount into my milk and I have loved it since. Neither of my parents drink coffee, so I would only have a cup everytime I would visit my grandparents. I have fond memories of sitting with my Pappa at the breakfast table drinking coffee. We would sit and talk and he would answer all of my questions and then we would go fishing or play dominoes.

Like I said before, it's not really a caffeine addiction, it's more of an experience. I love the idea of pouring a cup of coffee and sitting at the table on our back porch, taking in the morning. If it's a rainy morning, I prefer to cuddle up in blanket on the couch and read a book and sip on coffee, while Mason takes his morning nap. That would be ideal if actually rained here. I only say that, because the last time it rained in Bakersfield happened to be January.

So this morning, I'm enjoying my cup of coffee and rejoicing in the fact that Adam's business trip was cancelled. It's going to be a glorious day.

8 week checkup

Thank you for all of your prayers and thoughts today. The doctor's appointment went very well this morning. Dr. Finberg's office is in an old house near the downtown medical district. We actually passed it up, because I wasn't expecting a house, but a medical building. Honestly, the atmosphere made if very comfortable and relaxed. I adore his staff. All of the ladies were so sweet and his head nurse, Angie, was hilarious. I'm really glad my friends recommended him to me.

After the initial exam, he did an ultrasound in the same room and we were able to see the baby. I have been having dreams about twins and really thought this could be twins, but he double checked for me and made sure there was just one baby in my uterus. Everything measured perfectly and the heartbeat was 167 bpm. Based on the size of the baby and my uterus, my due is March 28th.

I feel so much more comfortable finding a doctor that I like and knowing everything is going well with the pregnancy thus far. Now if I could get rid of this morning sickness:)

Mealtime with Mason

8 Weeks

Adam made it home safely Sunday. He arrived just before lunch and shortly after Mason woke up from his morning nap. Mason was so excited to see Adam and kept resting his head on his Daddy's shoulder until he got enough snuggle time. It was probably my favorite thing about the day.

Thursday, I have my first appointment with Dr. Finberg. I'm excited and anxious at the same time. I'm currently a little over 8 weeks and by this time with Mason, I had already had 3 ultrasounds. So, if you remember, please say a prayer for us Thursday morning. Pray that the baby has a strong heartbeat, and that I feel comfortable with Dr. Finberg as my new OBGYN. Thank you.