Baby Showers Galore

First let me say that Brian and I are so lucky to have such a great support system for us and "shim". Our family and friends came together and gave us the best baby showers!

First was Brian's side of the family over Easter Weekend. It was a combo shower for us and Diane who is getting married in August. It was so great to share the attention because you know i do not like being the center of attention....especially at a shower. We had a great brunch , played some games and opened gifts. My mom even traveled down to Evansville which was a fun treat. We had a great time.

Second was a Diaper Party/Cookout with some friends. Such a great way to hang out and enjoy the company of our friends while collecting a few diapers! 888 diapers to be exact in all different sizes. We will go through those before you know it. We had lots of laughs....i made brian open those gifts :)

Third was a girlfriend shower with friends i have had since I was 10 to college friends, to work friends, etc. It was so fun. Another YUMMY brunch, a fun memory game (tracy and i tied...but i let her win the prize since it was my shower) Lots of gifts to open...which is hard for me...i start to sweat!

Last but certainly not least, was my side of the family shower along with some family friends. The shower was at my house so i felt a bit more relaxed. We ate lunch, played some games and everyone got a tour of the nursery.

Miles is One!!

Yes, Happy Belated Birthday to Mr. Miles. I mean I celebrated his birthday with him, but it is a belated blog update.

My friend Barbie has the most adorable little boy named Miles. Well he is such a big boy! He just turned 1. Barbie did a fantastic job planning his party. She even made a home made birthday banner. I was very impressed. He loved his cupcake and enjoyed playing with his friends. Time really flies. I remember him being born like it was yesterday. Enjoy some photos of Miles Dan the Birthday Man!

Good News

They say it’s the little things in life. Well “They” are right. I had my Gestational Diabetes test on Monday. I was not looking forward to it for numerous reasons…

1. I don’t do well with bloodwork
2. I am already border-line diabetic and take medication
3. I was sure I would fail and have to return for the dreaded 3 hour screening
4. My doctor told me I was at higher risk than most

Well…..I PASSED! Yes not only do I not have to return for the 3 hour test…I do not have gestational diabetes. You would think I hit the lottery…my smile is so big. Although it wasn’t all good news. I am now anemic and have to start taking some iron pills daily but they said that is pretty common for pregnant women.

At my doctor appointment I gained a lot more weight, but Dr. Hayes wasn’t really concerned which is good because my only other option would be to start dieting. And now I start going to see her every 2 weeks instead of 4 because now I am in the third and final trimester. I guess this is really happening!

Bump Update....

or should I say....BUMP update. I should learn from previous photos that I need to turn completely to the side instead of this angle shot....it makes me look way bigger than I am. I mean dont get me wrong I am huge but I think this makes me look like I am 9 months...when in reality I have 3 more to go. Only 1 more week and then we are in the third trimester. HOLY MOLY I AM GOING TO HAVE A BABY SOON!!!

And i probably shouldnt take photos on rainy days...doesnt do much for the look. OH Well....

Inspiring Spring

Yep...I decided maybe a new background would help me think it was spring outside instead of this snow we keep having. Come on warmer weather. Mama needs some sunshine!

Baby Registry

Well we did it. We braved both Target and Babies R Us on Saturday morning to register for Shim....for those who haven't heard....sometimes I call the baby shim since we dont know what he or she is.....I like it better than it...haha I am crazy.

We started at Target and it was pretty easy (thier selection is limited) and then headed to Babies R Us. It was harder for sure. Both of our registeries say that we havent really registered for enough items but I don't see how that is possible. Who knew shopping for something could be so hard.

Feel free to give me recomendations if you see something i am missing, etc. I also cant stop thinking about it. Thinking maybe I should switch this for that or get it at target vs Babies R Us. I was awake last night from 3-4:30 in the morning just thinking about it....oh my.

UPDATE:
The belly is growing at what I say is a rapid pace. Maybe this little person will make their debut a bit early... I need some more shirts...haha add it to the list huh.

Sewing Fest 2010

We had a big weekend at the Lassiter household! Brian's parents came up and we put them to work:)

Brian and his dad had a honey do list. Hang a curtain rod, install 2 lights, hang paintings, fix drywall, hang a shelf, etc etc Brian's mom Nancy was the seamstress (my mom came to help also) and my job was to cut fabric, iron and make the meals. We got so so much done. We made a bumper for the crib, a long curtain, a crib skirt, a blanket and a pillow. I just have a couple of final touches to do by hand but other than that we are about done.

Check out the pictures of the nursery. I am so happy with it. I also made had a craft project of a little stool.....i got the idea from cole's room so of course I had to try to make one on my own. I am just waiting till the baby is born so we can add the name. There are also some belly shots on the photo gallery...I am growing fast. This baby better slow down or we are going to make the record books.

Enjoy the photos!!!
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