Five for Friday

Check out other Fridays here.

1. You asked me to teach you how to put Addy's hair in a pony tail
2. You suggested a change of scenery and a little family time for the weekend
3. We totally rocked our grocery budget this month. Thanks for your help!
4. You're willing to do the grocery shopping and the cooking when the baby comes
5. I love the middle name you came up with if Baby Pearl is a boy

P.S. I love you :)

Welcome Summertime!

Yesterday might have been the first official day of summer but here in New Mexico, we've been surviving enjoying summer weather for weeks already. With temps already reaching 100, we've been doing any and everything we can to stay cool.

Matt and Addy just finished up 5 weeks of swimming lessons. They would go every Sunday after church and although we felt a little rushed, it was definitely worth it to see that little smile on her face the whole time. She's going to be pretty bummed when she realizes we won't be going this Sunday. 

"Look Momma! I do it by mys self!"

We've already had quite a few outings to one of our favorite summer places, the Spray Park. The kiddos seemed to enjoy it just as much as they did last summer.

A group picture is hard to get when there are toys involved. This is Addy with her buddy Sophia and Cousin Carter.

Now that Addy is a little older, and totally rocked at swim lessons, we've been going to the pool at "Granmarie's house" a lot more. With her floaties on, Addy can swim the length of the pool and I enjoy floating on a raft while she takes her nap upstairs. We usually bring our lunch and enjoy a nice picnic in the grass by the pool. Getting to see Gramps and Granmaire on their day off is a nice treat too. 

Here I am rocking the swim suite at 35 weeks because that's just what you have to do when your baby is due in July. A big thanks to Miss Crissie for letting me borrow her suite. You are a life saver!

Trips to the Spray park and days spent by the pool; it's a hard life but someone has live it right?

One More Month!

We are officially one month away from my due date. One. Month. 

I think I can, I think I can, I think I can....

Phew! Pregnancy #2 is kicking my butt! Well, actually my ribs but it's all the same at this point right?

We're about four weeks away (maybe less? fingers crossed!) from meeting our little one and I think I've just about had enough of this pregnancy stuff. My body hurts. As soon as we've reached full term, there will be no reason to lolly gag; this baby can come out as soon as he or she is ready.

Swollen Feet

I hate to complain, but round two has been just a little bit tougher and I think that Matt, Addy and I are ready for this momma to at least be able to walk from one room to the other without moaning. And we are all pretty anxious to snuggle our little one and answer the big question: boy or girl?

Addy was asked twice at the grocery store today if she was getting a little brother or sister and both times her answer was different. We really have no idea what's rolling around in my belly. I don't have any motherly instincts that are pointing me one way or another, so either way, it will be a pleasant surprise.

My last appointment with the midwife was a good one. I only gained one pound since my previous appointment and she gave me a prescription for Zantac to relieve my heartburn and I am happy to say that it is working like a charm! Why didn't I ask for that sooner?!?

This heat has been pretty brutal but thankfully, I have great in laws with a pool who've been generous hosts in letting me and Addy spend our days swimming away! I also have a pretty awesome husband whose taken over the grocery shopping and some of the cooking to give me a break. What would I do without all these great people in my life?

Five for Friday

Check out other Fridays here.

1. You went RV park shopping for my parents over lunch
2. Me and Pop Text messages, Ryan Gosling Hey Girl Jokes on Pinterest = "Same Thing!"
3. "I don't want to interrupt you but I have something funny to say."
4.  Breaking Bad is back and it's fun getting into a show with you again
5. When you heard about someone else's good news, you didn't waste anytime in suggesting we drop off a bottle of wine to help them celebrate.

P.S. I love you :)

The Father's Day Card That Didn't Happen; A Very Late Five for Friday Post

Well Matt, I totally blew it this Father's Day; no gifts, no card, not even a nice breakfast. I'd like to play the pregnancy card here but I think I've used it as an excuse a few too many times lately. Will you settle for a public apology and a public profession of love instead? 

I have to start off by saying that you didn't ask for either of these things and you even told me that a relaxing morning in the backyard was better than any gift. That's just another reason why you rock but I  would hate for a Father's Day, or even a day, to pass by without you feeling loved and knowing how much Addy and I appreciate you.

Thank you for being a loving patient husband and an awesome father. There's a reason why Addy talks about you while you're gone and screams bloody murder when she has to take a nap and would rather play "castle" with you. 

So with that said, here's a little list of why we love you:

1. You've done the grocery shopping two weeks in a row which has given me a nice break

2. Every time I complain about my body hurting, you just tell me I'm doing a good job and am almost done

3. You do a great job at "living with your wife."

4. Last night, you got the ice cream out for me before I asked.

5. I love going to church with you and living that part of our life together too.

Happy Belated Father's Day, I love you.