Abel's baby Shower

 

On April 28th we had a family and friend baby shower for Abel.  Nina (Mike's Cousin) hosted the shower at the Library.  It was so nice.  We had a light lunch, cake and then opened gifts.  We are so grateful for all of our family and friends.  Abel is blessed to have such loving people welcome him to this world.

Quick Update.  We are 34 weeks (5/2/13).  Everything has been going great.  I am seeing the Doctor every 2 weeks.  All my vitals have been great and I have gained about 18lbs.  My swelling has increased a lot this past week which has not been so much fun but we will get through it. The only complication has been I got MRSA and have to be treated for that.  Luckily we caught it early so just antibiotics and it is slowly healing.  We basically have the nursery completed.  Just finishing up little details and trying to get all the items washed and sanitized.  I cannot believe we have just a short amount of time till we meet this little man.  It has gone by so quickly.  We will keep everyone posted as we approach the date.   



Catch Up...April 2013

We have been a busy family this past month.  Trying to get some much accomplished before our little bundle arrives.  This past month we took a little trip to Jenkins for the weekend.  It was a nice little get away.  On Friday, Ethan, mom, Brett and I went.  Mike and my dad came down the following morning when Mike got off work.  Ethan absolutely loved staying in the hotel.  I think he would have been just content staying there the entire time.  Saturday the boys went to a gun show while mom and I took Ethan shopping.  We initially thought we would go to the antique stores but I soon realized that made me way to nervous with Ethan so we went to some more kid friend places. 

 

 That night we had a great Mexican dinner and walked the little river walk they have there. 

 On Sunday we went to the Aquarium. 

 Ethan was able to feed a few animals, including turtles, sting rays and fish.

 Ethan's absolute favorite part was the sharks.  I thought we would never get him away.  He kept wanting to go in the tunnel. 

 A couple weeks later we went to Red Rock for the weekend.  Ethan absolutely loves to go camping, which is great considering we go frequently.  As soon as we arrived he was jumping up and down with joy. 

 Red Rock is a lot of fun because of the trails and all the exploring Ethan can do.  Where we stayed there was a huge field and this little "cave".  Ethan had so much fun going to this area and running around in the field. 

 Just thought this was so cute.  Ethan was enjoying his music.  Growing up way to fast.

 The last weekend of April was Abel's baby shower.  Mom and I wanted to do something special for Ethan so we took him to build a bear.  It took Ethan a little while to get use to this because he initially thought we were trying to give him a broken animal but once he watched another child, he had lots of fun.

 Ethan made a monkey.  When it was time to pick out the clothes he examined them all.  He picked out this very basic outfit so I kept trying to tempt him to pick something more fun.  He finally turned around and told me "mom you hurting my feelings".  I then realized I have to let him make these choices and moved on.  It amazes me how much he has grown. 

 Ethan with his new best friend "Clue".  He picked out everything and is very proud of his friend.

 Clue even has pjs we had to put on at night for bed. 

 

This past month has been busy but full of fun.  I am trying to soak in every last minute I have with Ethan as an only child.  He is very eager to meet his brother but I know we have some huge changes coming to our home soon.