Camping in Pictures

After arriving near midnight on Friday, getting ready to hike to the campsite, in the rain

Maggie is somewhere underneath all of that gear

I prefer a lighter pack

Our feelings going into this adventure

Sat morning, I mean... whoof

Steven sliding down the waterfall, don't worry, Baby O and I just watched

The crew minus the Bobos

The Tuckers

Mitchell using his all-purpose camp soap, who knew that existed?

Sweet Steven helping Mitchell

The suite of tents (thanks Reeds for letting us borrow)

campsite

All Mitchell's camping toys

and his dinner of choice

my entertainment of choice, and yes it is ok to take a book on a camping trip

Supper time, working hard perfecting my hotdog

CKB and the ultimate smore

All in all I think Maggie's face sums it up!

Camping, Me, What???

Oh yes, this past weekend James and I joined my best friends from high school and their husbands for a camping adventure in North Carolina. Probably surprising to those that know me best, those that don't, let me just say sleeping outdoors for consecutive nights is not usually my idea of relaxation. But, it was something our group had never done together, and Steven (Caroline's husband) had planned the trip for us. I have not had a chance to upload my pictures, but please visit Caroline's blog here to get a great trip report. It was fun to catch up the CARM (Caroline, Abbie, Rayne, Maggie-our nickname). We rarely are all in the same place since everyone is more spread out. It did rain the whole time, which made things shall we say, more interesting....I am glad I can tell Baby O we went camping together, because from now on his daddy will have to take him.

It's A....

What do you think???

Since you probably can't read ultrasounds....I will just tell you....

BOY!!!

When you are looking at the picture...you can see the stomach, top of the legs, and right in between is the giveaway. I am only 15 weeks, so it is really early to find out. Thanks to the ultrasound at work, and Dr. Ballard a great OBGYN resident, we got to go ahead and find out. We werent sure if we would actually be able to see, but he was very active yesterday. She was rolling the sensor around my tummy, and stopped, said "well I know what baby is!". I said "well me too, hello, right there, I am pretty sure that is not his foot!" James was able to be there, and of course is really excited. The part that amazed me the most is that she showed us the four chambers of the heart, his cerebellum, spinal cord, all of his little ribs, you could see SO much! I have been doing my own ultrasounds of course, but didnt know what anything was. He even crossed his legs at one point and sucked his thumb! It is strange that all of that is going on inside of me, and I can't even feel him yet.
We don't have a name picked out yet, but now at least we know how to focus. We are so excited the God has blessed us with a son!

Baby O Stats

From the Baby Center:

How your baby's growing:


This week's big developments: Your baby can now squint, frown, grimace, pee, and possibly suck his thumb! Thanks to brain impulses, his facial muscles are getting a workout as his tiny features form one expression after another. His kidneys are producing urine, which he releases into the amniotic fluid around him — a process he'll keep up until birth. He can grasp, too, and if you're having an ultrasound now, you may even catch him sucking his thumb.

In other news: Your baby's stretching out. From head to bottom, he measures 3 1/2 inches — about the size of a lemon — and he weighs 1 1/2 ounces. His body's growing faster than his head, which now sits upon a more distinct neck. By the end of this week, his arms will have grown to a length that's in proportion to the rest of his body. (His legs still have some lengthening to do.) He's starting to develop an ultra-fine, downy covering of hair, called lanugo, all over his body. Your baby's liver starts making bile this week — a sign that it's doing its job right — and his spleen starts helping in the production of red blood cells. Though you can't feel his tiny punches and kicks yet, your little pugilist's hands and feet (which now measure about 1/2 inch long) are more flexible and active.

I am 14 weeks today. Hard to believe only (haha) 26 more to go. I am feeling good other than alot of congestion at night and in the morning. As soon as my head hits the pillow, either I get completely stopped up, or if I take a decongestant, I have a runny nose all night. I am not sure which is worse. I spend alot of time at night blowing my nose and going to the bathroom. James loves it.
Introducing my new friend:

(and NO I don't look that happy when I am using it)

I still look about the same, just no waist. I think I am about to have to start using the rubber band on my pants bc last time I put on my shorts, it got pretty uncomfortable. My running shorts have become the foundation of my wardrobe. (I think they look really good with a big polo!!) I also think it is time to order the belly band thing. Any suggestions on which one?

Michael and Betsy's Wedding

Last weekend we celebrated the union of  Michael and Betsy. The location was stunning, overlooking the Tennessee River in Tuscumbia, Al. We had such a fun weekend!

The view

Rehearsal

the happy couple

So cute! They had been dating for over 6 years!

lovely bridesmaids

gromsmen

James and his long-time friend Ashley (Betsy's sis)

Following the rehearsal, the Osborn's hosted a wonderful dinner. The food was delicious! Everyone had such sweet things to say about M&B. Unfortunately, I don't have great pictures, due to the lighting. (I need to learn how to offset low lighting without turning everyone bright white)

 The wedding day....

with Shelia

James and his parents

with James

I don't have any pictures from this point because I put the camera up to enjoy the wedding and reception. Betsy looked gorgeous, and Michael was so happy. They had a beautiful reception under a big white tent, complete with yummy food and a fun band. The couple just returned from their honeymoon in Costa Rica.

Congratulations! Looking forward to many fun times with them....

Craving

EGGS...ohhhh how I love eggs right now. Strange huh? At least they have alot of protein, right?

OH YEA, egg McMuffin from McDonald's...don't judge. It is delicious and cheap. Perfect stop on the way to work....So does this mean boy or girl? (or just plain weird?)

I went to my second doctor's appointment friday. I am 13 weeks tomorrow. I say that specifically because James always makes fun of my "rounding up". But who really cares if I am 12 weeks 6 days, so I round. I feel good, no nausea or as much tiredness. Still taking cat naps when I can, but I did that way before being pregnant. I can tell I am starting to show, but most people say they can't tell. I guess because they can't feel the button or zipper pulled to a tightness that is not so comfortable. My waist is definitely thicker. The doctor says everything looks great. We had an ultrasound, but I am having trouble figuring out how to get it on here. (any tips?) We should know the sex in about a month. I first thought girl, but now am thinking boy. James had a dream it was a boy, with brown eyes, but looked kinda like my brother...interesting. We shall see!!!

I don't see how you can wait 9 months, I can barely wait 4 1/2. We have an ultrasound machine here at work. I have found my way there to "try it" on myself a few times. I am getting pretty good at making parts out. I am sure I will think I know what Baby O is before the doctor tells me, could be interesting.

What do you think boy or girl?

Baby Reveal

First of all, this is way overdue. I have just not had the time to get the pictures together. Secondly, Warning: Lots of pictures..... I "told" my family about Baby O around father's day weekend. It worked out great, because we were all getting together as a family and celebrating my grandfather's (Pop) birthday. We always have a wonderful time when we are in the same place.

Jana, Mom, and Mac

Jess and Emily (such a beautiful couple)

Playing on hay with Fair (that's what you do in the country)

Mom and her sisters (I love this picture bc it SO represents them, always up to something!)

this one too: Mom, Aunt Mary Alice, Aunt Dolly, and Aunt Elon

using Fair as dumbbell (she loved it)

coloring with Mydot

Pop and Sam with Pop's vintage hat

"Children's" table

I happened to sign up to bring the cake.

And then the reactions...(thanks to Jana for capturing them)

This is my favorite. Already a proud daddy....

Coming Soon: Michael and Betsy's wedding!