Our Blessed Nest

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Oh...BOY!!!

Just in case you didn't "get" the title or picture...Jeff and I are having a little man!!! We are so excited!!! I always knew I would be a momma to a little boy! Needless to say, Jeff has thoroughly enjoyed telling all of his friends and players about the little slugger...I'm just enjoying the fact that I FINALLY know so I can prepare for his arrival. Yesterday, not only did we learn about Baby S's gender, but we also learned that his heart, brain and everything else that was checked was perfect...that was even better than learning his gender! He was being a little stubborn when the u/s tech was trying to see his fingers and hands. Every time she would try to take a picture of his hand open...he would close it. We also got to see him do some boxing moves...I think he's going to take after his Daddy:) He was breech, but the doctor said that his position will more than likely change several times before he is ready to make his appearance. Wow...it's so awesome to call Baby S a "HE". We are soooo thankful that our little boy is healthy and we can't wait to kiss his sweet face.

Babies for everyone :) ----
My cousin, Deanna, will be finding out what she is having next Wednesday. We are 5 days apart and I'm soooo hoping she's having a boy also!!! Another cousin and his wife are expecting a baby girl in July...and...one of my friends just found out Sunday that she is pregnant with her second! YAY!!!

FYI: I think we may have decided on bedding...I just have to make sure we can still order it! I can't wait to start on his nursery!!!

Our choice :)

Happy 19 weeks Baby S!!!

Warmest,

Monday, April 26, 2010

Prince or Princess???

Tomorrow is the BIG day! We find out if Baby S is a little prince or princess!!! After that we are going to Babies'R'Us! I have a feeling it's a girl, but we will be happy with whatever God gives us:) We just want Baby S to be healthy and arrive here safely. Jeff and I are soooo excited...STAY TUNED!

Warmest,

Saturday, April 24, 2010

Please Pray

PLEASE PRAY...I just found out a little while ago that one of my students passed away this evening. She was only in 6th grade and the details are horrible and a nightmare to any family. I can't elaborate, but I'm asking that whoever reads this, that you take the time to pray for her family and friends. I don't understand why this has happened, but I know that God is still in control. She, along with the rest of her class were counting down the days until we would find out Baby S's gender. Just please pray for God's peace that passes all understanding for her family and friends...and pray for me that I will know the right things to say to my students on Monday. Our hearts are broken.

"Be still, and know that I am God."-Psalms 46:10

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted. He rescues those whose spirits are crushed."
-Psalms 34:18

Friday, April 23, 2010

Baseballs and Butterflies

Jeff (#12) and the pitcher of today's game

Just a great group of guys

Our pitcher after the game with his teammates...so proud of them!

So, it is pooring the rain here in North Carolina and we (Cathy, Allen, Lil and I) are waiting on my parents to get here for the game(s) tomorrow. Just a quick update on the team...the Railsplitters (#6 seed) won their first game against Wingate (#1 seed) 10-9. Woo whoo!!! It was the best game I've watched all year! We didn't win yesterdays game against #4 Carson-Newman, but we had great comeback at the end. Carson-Newman just squeezed past us with one run. Thankfully, the tournament is double elimination! Today's game started at noon and was against #5 Tusculum...another great game! LMU pitched a freshman who did a phenominal job and we won 5-1. The other game we were suppose to play today was rained out and is set for tomorrow afternoon. My parents couldn't come today, so it has worked out great for them. Now, they are on there way here so that they can support Jeff and the team tomorrow. YAY!!! It's been a great several days...lots of great baseball, great weather (until today :), lots of LMU fans here to support the team...and I THINK... I've felt Baby S move! I've had butterflies in my stomach over the last several days, but that could be due to the fact that I've been a nervous wreck...or...maybe Baby S is just as excited as we are about how well Daddy's team is playing:)

Jeff and some of the players during a pitching change (He's so cute in his uniform :)

Warmest,

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Playing Hookie!

Yes...I'm playing hookie...from work:). I'm in North Carolina with my in-laws, Jeff and the baseball team. They are participating in the South Atlantic Conference Tournament here in Forest City! I'm so proud of them and all the hard work from the coaches and players!!! We ate with the team lastnight at Outback (mmmm...still makes my mouth water) and today we plan on cheering them on against Wingate! Cathy (Jeff's mom) made chocolate chip cookies for the team and coaches...I might have to snatch a few when we get back to the house :). Say a little prayer for the team this weekend (coaches and players)!

On another note, pray that I don't get another speeding ticket on my way home:(. Yes...I got my first speeding ticket, which I knew would eventually happen. I do drive too fast and I guess God is trying to tell me to slow down...especially before Baby S gets here! The funny thing was, I dreaded telling Jeff, but he actually took it really well. My parents on the other hand did not. When I talked to them lastnight they scolded me...I felt 18 again! Oh well...I've learned my lesson!

BTW...less than 6 days until we find out if Baby S is a prince or princess!!! Everyone is getting so excited!

Me, Cathy (Grandma Cathy), and Lillian (Great-Grandma Lil)

Railsplitters during the anthem

Thursday against Wingate (LMU won 10-9)

(I'm blogging from my iPhone so if there are any misspelled words, just look over them!)

Warmest,

Monday, April 19, 2010

Baby Boy or Baby Girl?

In less than 8 days, Jeff and I, hopefully, will be able to find out if we will be parents of a handsome baby boy or a little princess...(that is, if, Baby S cooperates :) So, being the planner that I am...I've been looking for bedding for the nursery. Here is what Jeff and I have come up with...

For a "little man"

Above: Baby girl's room (not that crazy about the bedskirt)

Below: Baby girl...we would have to have a chandelier! I also really like the bed, but in Espresso.

Below: Baby Boy

Below: One of my top favorites for a girl's room

Below: Another one of my top favorites!

Below: This is my favorite bedding of all! I would love to do this for a boy's room! I think I could also make it work for a little girl...maybe change the fabric on the bedskirt. I would also do the crib sheet in a different color.