Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Poll question

Okay, I'm going to attempt to post a poll.  

Here's my question.  We aren't completely sure where to put this new baby when it arrives.  We need help making a decision.  
Most of you know that Ethan has an ocean theme room.  This room was created before we knew he was a boy, so it could be used for a boy or a girl.  It's gender neutral, I guess, even though I now think of it as a boy room.  
I was thinking about moving Ethan into a "big boy room" in Dec., so he would have time to get used to it before the baby arrived.  But, then I started thinking that he really likes his ocean room and I don't want him to think that the baby pushed him out of it.  
The reason the baby would ideally have that room, is that all the bedding and stuff could be used again in there.  
The other option is that (if this baby is a boy) we move them into the bonus room and they share the big room.  It has two closets so technically it's another bedroom.  So if I have another boy, they could share the big room (we would go ahead and move Ethan in there, and keep the baby in the ocean room until he's old enough to share) or they could each have their own room.  If it's a girl obviously they'd have their own rooms.  
So should I move Ethan, or do you think he'd feel that his room was taken from him?  Everything is "MINE" these days, so I really don't know.  He'd probably say that the baby room was "MINE" also.  
Anyway, please vote and any input would be great.  Oh, and here's some pics of Ethan's room.  These are old pictures, I haven't taken any of his room in a while.  
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Saturday, September 27, 2008

This is for Grandpa

Ethan loves to kick the ball.  He is getting pretty good at it also.  But, when the camera comes out so does the "cheese" face.  As is evident in this video.  Enjoy!
*** Note to self, don't bring the camera to the first soccer game.***

Belly Pics

Okay, I've had some requests for belly shots.  I told you all I'm huge already.  I am.  Really.  I mean I'm only almost 11 weeks and I look like I'm 4 months along already.  I guess it's true that you show faster with the second one.  (oh, and it's not weight, b/c I've barely gained any weight, or as my doctor said "only adequate weight gain")  

5 weeks along here. Photobucket
7 weeks along. Photobucket
9 weeks along. (so almost 2 weeks ago) Photobucket Photobucket
Yes, my shirt wouldn't fit. So sad. I'm quickly growing out of my clothes. I hate shopping, but I'm going to need more maternity clothes soon. I didn't have much last time, I guess since I didn't need them until I was 4 months along! LOL

Friday, September 26, 2008

Cheese face

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This is Ethan's cheese face.  He makes it whenever a camera comes out and we ask to take his picture.   Photobucket
Ethan is also into all of mommy's things.  Notice the hair band in his hair.  He loves it.  He also likes my lip gloss and can spend some time putting it on.  Now, to be fair they do taste yummy, so that's probably the real reason he likes my lip gloss.  

Monday, September 15, 2008

Gas Prices

So AAA said today that Knoxville, TN has the highest gas prices in the nation.  Can you believe that?  

Thursday, September 11, 2008

To Tell the World....

I am pregnant!  I know most of you know, and if you see me in person, you've known for a while.  I can't hide this one as I'm huge already.  But, just wanted to let everyone know to expect another little one in April!

Sunday, September 7, 2008

The TN Valley Fair

We went to the TN Valley Fair with my family again this year.  We have a blast every year.  Ethan loved it.  He liked looking at all the animals and riding on the merry go round.  He got to play games with Grandma and Grandpa, and Grandpa won him a stuffed cow.  The cow was the hit of the day.  Oh the real cows were pretty dang cool also.  Dan went on rides and one really did him in, after that he was done with rides.  
Ethan waiting to ride a horse. 
Ethan riding the black horse.  He loved it!
Baby chickens!
Playing games with Grandpa!
We went into the poultry house.  Ethan was scared of the turkey and wouldn't go past it.  After we stopped the video he saw the door and made a break for it! I can't blame him though, those turkeys freak me out also.

Labor Day = Booms Day

We've been really busy lately, and now it's time for me to play catch up posting!  We went to Booms day with the family, like we do every year.  It was fun.  We went out to eat and then headed over to claim our spot in order to watch the fireworks.  We played "spoons", talked, and watched Ethan.