He's Three!

My cute, adorable, handsome baby boy just turned 3! When I asked him what he wanted for his birthday he said, "presents, cake, and to blow the candles". I was good with that request considering my energy level these days. However, he got more than he bargained for. We went to the Doman farm to watch a basketball game and while there he was able to go for a ride in his beloved Javelin (thanks to uncle Tim) AND in Dad's new toy... the sand rail (or dune buggy). He was in heaven that he got to do those things for his birthday and won't stop talking about it.

Here he is standing next to the Javelin before he got his ride. He was lucky it ran for the two minutes he was in it because it's broken and hasn't been running at all.

Later, the sun came out for a minute and he went with dad on the dune buggy, on a ride around the farm. They both came back splattered with mud.

Next, he got to open some presents from Grandma and Grandpa Doman with remnants of the birthday cupcakes on his face.

After that fun it was back home to celebrate with Nanna and Papa, pizza, more cake and ice cream and more presents. (And yes, he did blow out the candles at BOTH houses).

By the time we were done with all the festivities he was done hearing "Happy Birthday" sung to him, blowing out the candles and whatever else we wanted him to do. He was tired! We celebrated all day long, he had a sugar and juke food overload, and lots of fun memories. Happy Birthday buddy!

T - 7 Weeks

The other day we were eating dinner at my parents house and as I walked in and took my coat off, my dad looked at me and said, "Wow. I can't believe you have 7 weeks left. How are you going to manage to get any bigger.!" Yes, everyone, I'm huge. Needless to say my self-esteem was bruised and apparently I look like a whale and feel like one too. The sad thing is that he's right. I don't know how in the world my body is going to get bigger when this is the time that the baby is supposed to double in size. Maybe I'm going to have a 12 lb. baby...that will be fun to deliver. {sigh}
Looking on the brighter side, I'm so glad spring is around the corner. My tulips are popping up and the daffodils are almost in full bloom (so funny considering we had snow last week). I wish I could go out and work in my yard, but that is out of the question. I can't pick up toys off the floor without difficulty let alone pull a weed or two out of the ground. So many things I just have to let go of...that's hard for my controlling self. Tyler would say it's good for me. :)

30 weeks and counting

I went to the Doctor today and all is well with baby (no, we don't have any names yet...). He is an active mover and shaker, especially at midnight. Guess that is a healthy sign. I'm feeling like a bloated balloon and today I'm dragging my chin on the floor I'm so tired. I have my good days too...but it seems they are becoming farther and farther between. AND I STILL HAVE 10 WEEKS LEFT! Many have said that with each pregnancy it gets more difficult and now I think I'm starting to believe it. However, when I sit in bed at night and watch my stomach roll from side to side I think about what it's going to be like with a new baby and I'm excited. Not so much about the sleepless nights, but the cuddles and snuggles and pure cute-ness. It is a bit shocking at times to think I'm going to be the mother of four, but at least they all came one at a time. Now to just have the energy and motivation to paint the bedrooms (well, make Tyler paint), get beds all arranged and situated, and go through closets, toys and clothing to make room for baby.

Ramblings

Christmas was wonderful...probably the best we've ever had. The kids got along great, the toys were "just want they wanted" and we (Tyler and I) feel very blessed to have such cute kids! The X-BOX Kinect is very fun and kept Trevor from going crazy (it's been raining so much here that we just don't go outside). It's amazing to just stand in front of the TV and play the games...no controllers needed. It's a great workout and I'm not worried that Trevor will become a couch potato. We love it!
Tyler got a good start on the '39 Ford Coupe he is restoring and the Deacons he has invited over to help haven't chopped off a single finger...in fact I haven't even seen blood. I am getting bigger every day and this baby is kicking harder too...I do love to be pregnant but now I'm starting to remember that when I'm bigger, I'm uncomfortable and sometimes can't sleep. And I have that wonderful thing called Labor and Delivery looming ever closer on the horizon.
I'm excited for this new year for many reasons and having this new baby is one of them. I love to have a fresh start on things I want to accomplish (I don't always meet my goals but at least they are there in my brain). My main goal for this year is to have this baby and survive well. My mom thinks that is a cop-out but I'm not motivated enough for anymore right now. Oh, I got a cricut expressions for Christmas that I'm very excited to start using for lots of projects. This blog is a bit random but I thought I would share some of the ramblings of my brain. Hope you are all healthy, happy and warm!

As Promised

One of our projects this last summer was painting our house (I hated the gray and green...who would ever put those together!?) and I didn't have a picture for the longest time. As promised in a blog like four months ago here is a picture of the final product.

After

Before

In other news that's a little more Christmas-y, we are totally enjoying the Season and can hardly wait for the big day when Santa comes. Trevor is literally bouncing off the furniture and walls and the other two are following his lead in the excitement category. As much as I want to pull my hair out these days, Christmas time with little ones around really is magical. Their innocence and pure joy at things like lights on houses and decorations on the tree is something that brings the Christmas spirit into our house faster than anything I've ever experienced. I just hope my furniture survives.

So Surprised!

On Sunday we got home from a very fun Thanksgiving in Utah but I think I've decided after much stress, worry and a very long time in the car that we won't be driving over the mountains in a blizzard ever again! Our trip on the road both going to and coming home from Salt Lake was very scary. However, we made it home safe and sound and right on time for me to get to my ultrasound appointment Monday morning.
I was so surprised to find out we are having A BOY! I knew for sure it was a girl because of the symptoms I had at the beginning of this pregnancy but the little guy was very willing to show us I was wrong! He is very active, both the doctor and the technician were saying, (though I specifically ordered a passive child) and I'm wondering what that might mean...? More that anything though, I am very grateful to have learned that he is healthy and growing right on target. I like hearing words like "normal" and "healthy" and "going well". For now, we are excited to start getting ready for another little guy around here, which we are all very excited about!

Our most excellent night

The costumes were great, it didn't rain (mostly) and it wasn't very cold outside. Halloween was a very exciting day at our house and I can very honestly say that I'm glad it's over. The kids were adorable and very funny, but I think we are all still recovering from the lack of sleep the entire week because the littles were so excited.

We had a mermaid (she picked it out herself), an Indian (he wouldn't even consider anything else because he got to carry around a bow and arrow), and a Tigger (he didn't have a choice because it was the only costume in the box that fit...it was a perfect fit for his personality, however).

Another look at our beautiful mermaid...fins and all

He wanted a close up of his lost tooth

And he is just adorably cute!

The most original costume...a Chinese Devil Clown...his very own creation and yes, he is the dad of the family. (He actually won the best costume award at his office)

I was a queen but there were no pictures (who wants to see a chubby pregnant woman, anyway?)
We didn't coordinate or match in any way but still had a blast! We LOVE Halloween!