Is It Really March?

This entire week is suppose to be sunny with temperatures in the 60-70's. Therefore, we can't help but go outside and enjoy this amazing weather. Today we decided to join some friends and play for just about two hours at our favorite park in Coon Rapids. The slides were a little wet still from yesterday and last night, but that did not stop the kids from climbing, running and having a wonderful time. So in awe of the weather this year, it's been perfect, just hope it continues!

Apologize for the bad photos, kids were too busy to want to take a good picture, plus I forgot my camera and had to use my cell phone.

A Walk of Faith

So my mom came up again this weekend just in case baby boy decided to make an appearance. We were sad to see her go, but happy to still be a human incubator. Anyway, when she comes up she brings her west highland terrier, Sophie. It's great since the kids are around a dog, but then the dog goes home. Elyse and Sophie have grown up together and really do have a special bond. Elyse loves helping take care of Sophie, especially on walks. Today's walk however is one that needs to be shared, it went something like this...

Elyse is holding the leash, Sophie sees a squirrel and goes after it. Elyse does not let go of the leash, and instead begins slipping on ice. As she is slipping she says out loud, "God save me" while continuing to be pulled across the ice by Sophie. Melts our hearts and makes us laugh at the same time. We sure do love our little princess and her faith in Christ!!!

55 and Sunny

Today hit 55 with sun, and boy was it beautiful. So it's no surprise that after naps and snacks we had to go outside and enjoy it for a little while. Unfortunately there still was snow, so that prevented us from playing in the yard, plus the toys and bikes are still packed away from the fall. Overall, we were able to still enjoy our time playing with an umbrella, mower, bubbles and going for a small walk. Looking forward to more of these days!!!
Caleb wouldn't look up to smile for anything, he was on a mission!

Any Day Now

So today marks 38 weeks and according to my midwife I could seriously go any minute. I am now dilated to a 3, just about 90% effaced and super thin. I know that maybe too much information, but it really does put it into perspective for me that I will be giving birth and we will soon be a family of five.

Side note, Nate has had a lot of stuff going on with work right now, so we are really in no hurry for baby boy's arrival, and if you could take sometime to pray that he would decide to stay in the womb a little longer we would really appreciate it. All we can do now is pray and as always trust on God's perfect timing and plan.

38 week belly shot

Snow Day

Not only was today a Leap Day, it was a BIG snow day for us. It's weird to write, but we have only had a few inches of snow all winter. In fact, not even enough to have the kiddos play in it. Although, starting last night we had hours of sleet and rain that turned over into lots of snow. We don't know our totals but Nate would say at least six inches of heavy white stuff is in our yard. Thankfully it is suppose to be back into the 30-40's, so I do not see it staying.

All day, Elyse was going crazy with excitement wanting to go play in it. Sadly, since my snow pants currently do not fit, the kiddos had to wait till Dad got home. Needless to say, Dad did not disappoint! They shoveled, had a snowball fight, made snow angels and a great snowman.

Grandpa and Grandma Visit

As I had previously stated in the last post, Nate's parents came up to visit Friday through yesterday morning. Therefore, we ended our crazy and busy week with a very calming and relaxing weekend. While they were here we got out of the house only once to go eat; otherwise our time consisted of grandparents playing with the kiddos and card playing at night. Unfortunately, we really did not take pictures, but at least we did get a good one of all four.

A special thank you to Mike and Kathy for coming up and keeping the kids busy, especially so I could take sometime to sit.

What a Week

This past week sure has been out of the ordinary to say the least. For starters, Nate had a business trip and was gone Monday through Thursday. Normally it would not be a big deal, but being 36 weeks pregnant (baby boy is dilated, effaced, and super low already too) with a 3.5 year old and 14 month old, it was crazy busy and nights became a little stressful. Days were normal and smooth, but when dad is gone things just aren't the same. Even though we did all the same things. Thankfully he arrived home safely yesterday and last night was tag team bath night again.

Before Nate left, he told Elyse if she got her "smiles" then he would take her on a "Dada-Daughter" date night. She earned her "smiles" and they spent their night at McDonald's. It was by far her highlight of the week.


Besides Nate arriving home yesterday, my mom came up to help out with the kids today so I could go to my midwife appointment alone. To find out I really could go into labor anytime (really praying for closer to 40 weeks though). Plus, Nate's co-employees at Caterpillar threw us a fun and very thoughtful baby shower. Sadly I forgot to get any pictures but am so thankful for everything. Special thanks to mom too for watching the kiddos again!

Well to top off this crazy week, Nate's parents are arriving today and spending the weekend. Excited to see them and will post pictures later.

Hope you all had an enjoyable week and less chaotic than mine :)