Roley Poley

Well, it's a little overdue but I have some cutesy-patootsy pictures of my newest nephew, Austin. I recently spent a week in Odessa with my sister's lil family. Aust is beautiful and needless to say... a roley poley, bunch of fun!  I tell Jalee that he looks like she wrapped rubber bands around his arms and legs. ha! ha!  See for yourself!!! 18 lbs of love right there!!!!

I had such a great time "practicing" with what Jared and I will get to experience before long. Feed, bathe, change diaper, feed, change diaper, play, change diaper, feed, change diaper, play... It's quite a job having a baby, but it's a job that I can't wait to take on! Jalee is such a great momma... and sorry to say she may have created a spoiled monster (but who blames her). Jalee and I are very close and we had the chance for sister time that was way overdue. We laughed until our stomachs cramped up and even had our sister "chow-down". Yes, CHOW-DOWN! One of our favorite things to do together is to let go of all inhibitions and indulge in a very large, good meal and not feel guilty about it.  I love those dates with my Jalee.

I also got to play with my almost-2-year-old-nephew who is a HOOT! He's the cutest lil' thing with a huge personality. I loved my visit and was sad to leave, but Jared can't do without me for too long.

PREGO UPDATE:  I am now 16 weeks along. My next doctor appointment will be on July 12 and we should find out what we are having, boy or girl! Of course Jared and I don't care either way. I have a list of names that my mother and I had come-up with and I was terrified to show/ask Jared.  I was really just stuck on a couple of names and I was afraid he might he shoot'em down. Annnnnd he did. So now I'm back at zero. I really like unique names that make you think for a minute and it's not easy coming up with them. Once I get another list made I'll build the courage to show Jared again... so wish me luck. ha! 

I'm feeling good and always look forward to my next appointment to hear that assuring heartbeat. I have tried to just remain calm, enjoy, and leave this ALL in God's hands. And somedays that's MUCH easier said than done, but we get right through it. Below is the update on what's happening in my tum this week.

 Check it out... amazing!!!

How your baby's growing:

Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your baby will double his weight and add inches to his length. Right now, he's about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. His legs are much more developed, his head is more erect than it has been, and his eyes have moved closer to the front of his head. His ears are close to their final position, too. The patterning of his scalp has begun, though his locks aren't recognizable yet. He's even started growing toenails. And there's a lot happening inside as well. For example, his heart is now pumping about 25 quarts of blood each day, and this amount will continue to increase as your baby continues to develop.

                               

borrowed from babycenter.com