Picture a Day - May 31

27 weeks

Well, these weeks just keep truckin' on by.  I wouldn't say this pregnancy is going by quickly, but since I have more to keep my time occupied, it just seems to be going quicker. 

This kiddo is moving moving moving all over.  I could tell on Friday the he/she was in a breech position (which is really no big deal at this point) since I felt all the "not so little" flutters way down low.  But on Saturday morning it felt like this kiddo was doing some serious jumping jacks for about 5 minutes.  Then, whaddya know, he's head down.  It's weird to feel such BIG movements.  I attribute the move to all the pelvic rocking I've been doing :)

Other than that, things have been going really smoothly.  Probably the biggest adjustment is that Brooks has to sit next to my lap instead of on my lap during story time.  So really, no big deal.  With 13 weeks (or so) left to go, Chris is also getting prepared for his coaching role in labor.  "Will you give me a refresher course so I remember what to do?" he asks me.  Of course!!  So each week after I teach my class, we'll sit down and go through the Bradley® workbook together and review.  I love my husband and I can't wait to have another baby with him!!

Picture a Day - May 30

We've been to the zoo not once, but twice this weekend.  My boys love that place!!  Brooks was thrilled to have Daddy home an extra day and we spent the time well at the zoo.  My favorite part is listening to Brooks tell stories after we get home about what he saw there.  It wouldn't make much sense to anyone else listening, but we know what he's saying and I love it!!

Picture a Day - May 29

Reading is Cool!

Brooks still LOVES to read books (we'll easily sit for 45 minutes and do nothing but read with him) and he now LOVES to wear his "cool dude" hat.  He made Daddy wear his "cool dude" hat too :)

Picture a Day - May 28

Happy Weekend!!  Last night we strategically placed this basket of eggs next to Brooks' bed in hopes of keeping our early riser occupied while Mom and Dad slept in.

It worked!!!

Picture a Day - May 27

What do you do with three boys on a rainy day??

I have no idea!!  If you have any suggestions I'd love to hear them.  We had to improvise today.  We decided to make collages with paint dabbers and misc stuff I found around the house.  And once I convinced Brooks not to eat the raw noodles and not paint the dinosaur on his shirt, it went pretty well.  It kept them occupied for at least 20 minutes.  Now ... what to do for the rest of the day???

Picture a Day - May 26

Drew is officially done with Kindergarten and today was his first day of summer vacation with us.  We had a really good day!

Now Brooks has two "big brothers" to play with!!

Picture a Day - May 25

Brooks and Daddy (and Charlie) enjoying a little mini-golf around the house.  It wasn't your typical game because every time they hit the ball, both Brooks and Charlie went racing to see who could get to it first!  There were a lot of mulligans ;)

Picture a Day - May 24

This is a strangely common sight in our home each morning.  Any guesses as to what or who it is??

Picture a Day - May 23

Mondays are "guys nights" as I'm gone teaching my Bradley® classes.  Tonight Daddy made bean and cheese burritos ... clearly one of Brooks' favorites!!

Picture a Day - May 22

Me: I'm going to go clean the shower.

Chris: What are you cleaning it with?

Me: Comet, why?

Chris: Aren't you supposed to avoid cleaning chemicals while you're pregnant?

Me: Yeah, but the shower is disgusting and needs to be cleaned.

Chris:  Go sit down.  I'll clean it.

(sigh) I love that man!!

(and I guess he figured while he was cleaning the shower, he might as well get the ceiling too :)

Picture a Day - May 21

Well, the day started and ended with rain, but in between we had sunny, blue skies ... perfect for an afternoon walk.

Brooks has mastered the phrase "cool dude" and uses it often!

And what do we do while we're on a walk??

Collect sticks, of course!  Who doesn't??  Chris is kind of a bonfire junkie, so on our walks he's always looking for fire starters.

Picture a Day - May 20

Usually Brooks is a screaming mess after bathtime simply because he doesn't want to get out of the tub.  What a fish!  But tonight we got him laughing by giving him a "cool 'do"!

Picture a Day - May 19

Tonight we got all dressed up and went out on a "fancy" date.  Grandma Gale took Brooks and we enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Carnival Brazillian Grill.  Chris was in heaven ... all you can eat MEAT Rodizio buffet!

Picture a Day - May 18

Today was Cole's last day of preschool ... now he is a big Kindergartener!!  So to celebrate, we took a trip to the zoo!

The weather turned out to be much nicer than anyone expected and the animals were super active, which made it more fun!

Picture a day - May 17

So I know these pictures have been too far and few between, but here's a bump shot for you.  I actually was up and ready before Chris left for work this morning and was able to get a picture before tonight (when I usually look like a frumpy, tired mommy in stained clothing)

I am 25 weeks today.  These weeks seem to be just speeding by.  September will be here before I know it.  But trust me, I can wait.  I'm looking forward to enjoying every day this short summer brings.  We had a unusally warm day last week (85 degrees) and I realized that all my maternity clothes are not only all work clothes, but all winter clothes.  That's not going to work for this stay at home mom in the summer.  So I put a plea out on facebook, and my wonderful friend Bethany came to the rescue, and loaned me all her super cute summer maternity outfits!!  Hooray for sharing clothes!!

This kiddo has been sitting much lower than Brooks ever did.  Brooks lived in my lungs.  This one has taken up residence right on top of my bladder.  So needless to say I'm never too far from a bathroom.  And baby's been moving a lot lately too.  The last few morning between 7 and 7:30am, the kiddo finds his/her legs.  Chris loves to feel the baby too.  The other morning, Chris put his cheek to my belly and said "hello".  The baby said hello back by giving Daddy a good swift kick!  It was pretty funny.

Picture a Day - May 16

This is Cole and Brooks.  Cole is a boy I babysit during the week.  He's 6 and I'm pretty sure he is Brooks' best friend.  Most days they act like brothers.  They play, they laugh, they fight over toys.  Today Cole gave Brooks a ride in the laundry basket with several stuffed animal companions.  And if only I would've gotten the video camera out, you could have heard the belly laughs coming from my little boy :)

(no) picture a day - May 15

So I knew it would happen.  I didn't take a picture today.  Not even one picture.  I had grand plans of taking one during dinner with our good frends, the Gale's, but we got so wrapped up in a hilarious game of Apples to Apples that I completely forgot.  But picture or not, it was a good day.  You'll just have to trust me :)

Picture a Day - May 14

So Chris discovered that every time we flushed the toilet (the one toilet) in our house, it leaked in the basement.  Mmmm, not so good.  So this was today's project ....

I'm so proud of my ambitious, handy-man husband.  One new wax ring installed and we are good to go.  Which is good, 'cause this pregnant mama has to pee!

Picture of the Day - May 13

Today is Friday - Friday the 13th actually.  And although that date is kinda rare, this scene is my house is definitely not!

The moment Daddy comes home from work is a big deal in our house!  Brooks sometimes goes running toward the door and gives him a big hug.  But most often he scampers off to his room to find some kind of treasure - a balloon, ball, or in this case, a car - to show Daddy.  And as soon as Chris takes off his shoes, he's on the floor playing with his favorite guy!   I love my boys :)

Picture a Day - May 12

This morning Brooks' friend Ollie came to visit!  And when Brooks wasn't screaming about having to share his toys, they had a good time :)

How do you get two almost-two year olds to sit together for a picture???  You feed them, that's how!