Perfect!!

34 weeks...woo hoo!!! I know this isn't the best pic but when they are in a position that won't allow for a good shot then this is what you get. The CHUBBY little cheeks, nose and lips!
I had an appointment today with an ultrasound because I am measuring 3 weeks behind from the outside. I didn't sleep last night stewing and worrying picturing the worst case senerios. I hate it when I do that...grrr.

The ulrasound measurements came back as 34 week size baby weighing in at 5 lbs 4 oz. That's the usual size of the one's I bring home. My fluid level is.....ta-da...14 cm. That's double what I had with Croy and perfect for 34 weeks. So where is the missing 3 weeks??? Got me!!

So, I'd say perfect appointment!! Except...the baby is breech:/ So pray for the baby to boogie and turn over:) Oh, gender is still unknown.

Calvin...love him!

Taekwon Do
Sparing

Patterns

I am learning so much from my kids! I never thought I'd live for taekwon do, violin, Harry Potter, pokemon, Cars, etc... I find it very interesting that my kids loves become my obsessions. (I remember my mom spending the whole day at a swim meet with me...love her even more now!) I spent 6 hours at a tournament with Calvin watching him compete in the different events. He is so cute in his uniform and sparring gear. He thought his mouth guard was pretty cool because Uncle David has one for football. He is so good to make sure he puts his sparring gear away carefully so it doesn't get smashed. I love seeing him take pride in his hobbies!

Even though he and I butt heads constantly I'd give my life for him. He is a one sweet, tender hearted, lovable little boy.

Does he have to grow up:(...sniff sniff ??

31 weeks...are we there yet?

Even though I'm comparing these photo's, for whatever reason, for fun I guess and I don't have any with Calvin, I feel really done.


Now...31 weeks


Croy...36 weeks


Brooklyn...2 weeks before they induced (estimated 34 weeks).

Calvin's baptism

Calvin was baptized and confirmed April 9th, 2011 by his dad.

We had an amazing amount of family there. I am so grateful for our families and their examples to Calvin.

My mom and dad
Brian's mom and dad
Grandma Shirley

Grandma Becky
Alan and Ashleigh
Megan and David
Cindy, Dawson and Sammy
Brad, Ellen, Victor and Alice
Kristy, Muriel, Cree, Mikelle, Cade and Audrianna

I'm not sure what happened to my last post about Cal's baptism so out of sheer laziness I am getting the pics on and labeled. I'll write the rest later:)

Federation 2011

It's that time of year again. Federation!! It's always a bit scary but she works hard and it pays off. Her teacher, Aunt Jane, is amazing. She encourages her to do her best. She is patient, kind and very good at what she does. Brooklyn loves her so much and is eager to do what is asked.
I went into violin blindly and I'm grateful I did. I don't think I would have taken it on had I know how much work it is. I do have to say it has been completely worth it. There has been times where I've wanted to jump up and save her from tough times but she'd cry for a minute then try again. She really enjoys being challenged. She loves how it feels to pass off a song that has been a real struggle.
Mostly, I am so grateful for the experiences and opportunities that she has had. I would have never dreamed in a million years that these young kids could accomplish what she has managed to do. This next summer she'll be going to Institute for a week. It is a great week filled with learning, growing and having fun.

Brooklyn playing for the judges more like critiquers (if that's even a word).

Brooklyn with her teacher, Jane Mensel.


Brooklyn with the pianist, Holly Dodge.

Strawberry Delight

Doesn't this look absolutely AMAZING? It is so yummy and quick to make. My cousin, Liz (click on her name for the full recipe), posted these and they are fabulous! They take only seconds to make and are just the best. I love that they are mostly fruit so I don't feel so guilty eating them. Thank you Liz!!

19 weeks 4 days

We're getting there.