30 Weeks

Our Dr. Appointment on May 18th went well. Baylee actually had her 3 year check up with her Pediatrician, so GiGi took off work and went with us! It was a really nice "girls" day. (I actually requested the presence of Tamra b/c I knew they would be giving B several shots... I'm a HUGE chicken when it comes to needles and knew I'd need more support than the THREE year old who was getting them!)

Anyway, on the way to Decatur we explained to B that she was going to the Dr. and she was going to get a shot. She never really freaked out, she just said over and over that she didn't want a shot. (like the whole hour and a half it took to get there!) I thought I should tell her so that it wouldn't take her by surprise when we got there... next time I'll prepare her about 15 minutes out! Lesson learned on that one!

Dr. Lovette was SO excited to see her! She said she is a perfectly healthy little girl. She has finally reached the 50th percentile in weight and height... (we grow little people around here!) She weighed 29.5 pounds and was 36 and 3/4 inches tall. It took Dr. Lovette about 5 minutes to get B to show her the inside of hour mouth... I find this strange b/c all she ever does is Jabber!!! It took me bribing her with McDonald's and Ice Cream to get her to open her mouth for about .5 seconds! Then of course she got to keep the tong depressor and kept trying to "play Dr." on Momma the rest of the visit. (I almost lost an eye!) The nurse that gave the shots to B was AMAZING! I had barely gotten her up on the table and she had already had the shots done! B only cried for a second and I was so relieved I could have kissed that lady! She is good at her job!

After B's visit... it was my turn. I wasn't really sure if I was suppose to get my *RhoGAM shot at this visit or if that would be later, so I told B on the drive over that Momma had to get a shot too. (*RhoGAM is something I have to have at 28-30 weeks and after I have the baby, b/c I have a negative Rh factor in my blood, O neg.) So, when we got seated in the exam room for my appointment, Dr. Smith walked in and the first thing B asked was if Momma was going to get her shot! I guess she just wanted to keep the playing field equal! I did have to get the RhoGAM shot, it was AWEFUL... I wanted to cry but I didn't... I knew I had to be strong for Baylee's sake! (ha!) Seriously... that needle was HUGE! It looked like something Byron uses when he doctor's the cattle! Even Tamra commented on how big it was. Like, it left a bruise! (sniff, sniff)

Dr. Smith said everything was looking great. Baylee and GiGi got to hear Little Saydee Lynn's heartbeat! That was really neat... to get to see their faces as they listened to Half-Pint's heart! I'm still feeling great, well except for these darn allergies and that has nothing to do with the pregnancy... so all is well! I go back on June 1st!!!

Baby Belly @ 30 Weeks!

Feeling Crafty???

Well, I am! I've recently discovered that sewing isn't as hard as I have always tried to make it! With a little help (and encouragement) from Tamra... This is what I put together. I have to say... I think I've found a new addiction! All I've wanted to do all week is go and sew!!!

Black, White and Red...And of course... I have to have my model! Isn't she such a cute little "Minime?"
Purple Paisley and White


Of course, we can't forget Saydee Lynn!

Having SEW much fun,

Baby Belly @ 29 Weeks

I had my last checkup at 28 Weeks. Everything is looking good.

Miss Saydee Lynn is growing very rapidly now! I can tell the difference almost daily. She is VERY active, especially when Baylee is around and talking. I just know she recognizes the sound of her big sister's voice and moves around to let me know she is listening!

Next Week we start the 10 Week countdown. I go to the Doctor every two weeks now, so Tuesday will be my next appointment. I'll get the results of my glucose test back... I'm pretty sure I don't have gestational diabetes, but they have to check anyway! They also did another platelet count and I'll have those results too. As of last week they hadn't dropped any lower, so I have hope that they will remain the same for the rest of this pregnancy and hope this problem goes away shortly there after! (I'm tired of them poking on me with those darn needles!)

I'm still feeling good, except for when we have those occasional 90 degree days, and then I just melt! I've started to swell just a tad... not noticeable to most people, but I can tell that my jewelry and shoes feel different. Baylee keeps me REAL active, so I'm hoping that helps with my labor and delivery. I'm really looking forward to meeting this new little Angel!

Belly Pictures at 29 Weeks:

Byron Usually takes the belly pictures, but due to his crazy busy schedule the last couple of weeks, I had to recruit Tamra today at lunch to take these! Thanks GiGi!!!!

Loving my "fat belly,"

Our First Garden, Part 2

We have a few things making their way through the soil...

We planted: Tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, watermelons, green beans, carrots, & cantelope... everything is looking good so far!

I'm also proud of my roses this season...

And I just couldn't resist sharing this picture of Baylee Blue Eyes...
Really, how can anyone say no to that face?

Bing... Bing, Again

Cowgirl Baylee is at it again...

except this time she is "BINGING" the birds.

Wondering what she is going to wear the first day of school....

What Three Years Old Looks Like...

My how the Lord has blessed us!

Happy Birthday Baby Girl!

Mom & Dad LOVE you!

Moral Decay

I saw something on the "Today" show this morning that really stopped me in my tracks, literally. I normally have the TV on in the mornings just for background noise and very rarely pay any mind to what is actually going on, unless it is about the weather. This morning was different, this morning I heard them mention something about "Miss USA Hopefulls pose in Racy photo's." I have no idea why this caught my attention, but for some reason I rushed over and sat on my bed and watched the following interview. In a way, I'm sorry I even gave up the next 10 minutes of my life, because they were wasted.... but on the other hand, this issue put a bee in my bonnet that is still buzzing this afternoon.

I'm angry and sad all at the same time, because of what this segment on TV today pointed out to me (as if I needed a neon sign to know this) was the exuberant presence of Moral Decay in our world. And I guess why this particular issue hit home for was the fact that I have a three year old DAUGHTER and another one on the way. It makes me ANGRY to think about the kind of message this is sending to our daughters and worst of all our SON's!

If you haven't kept up with the latest news, I'll fill you in. The Miss USA Pageant will be held in Las Vegas this week, and the theme of the official publicity photos is: "WAKING UP IN VEGAS!!!!" Yes, my friends that is really true. The hopefulls of the Miss USA crown have posed in scantily clad lingerie, fish net pantyhose and high heals. The "BEST" of each of our precious states have done the WORST thing imaginable. They have been sucked into the "Moral Decay" of our nation by allowing this to happen. Instead of showing the youth of our nation how valuable and smart the women of our country are they chose to DE-value themselves by taking off their clothes, and that makes this mother of two girls physically hurt for them. I wish I could scoop each one of the up and tell they are LOVED and they are cherished for who they are and no crown or photo op can replace the love our Heavenly Father gives us. But then again, I think to myself... how far gone are these women who's dreams are to be in the Victoria Secret Fashion show???? Really?

For some reason, God has put a passion on my heart to make sure I raise my children in a Godly way. This means SHOWING and TELLING them each and every day they are LOVED, they are LOVED, they are LOVED. Not only by me, but by Jesus Christ who came to this world to save us from ourselves. I hope they understand that the pressures and influences of this world are just that... WORLDLY. They don't have to be skinny or tall or short or blonde and wear half the clothes they should to be loved and wanted. HE wants us just the way we are... that's why HE made us the way HE made us.

I pray that the contestants of the Miss USA pageant find the real meaning behind this "beauty" pageant. I pray they know they are loved and can somehow find the security they need to break free of what the Moral Decay of this world has done to them.

There. I've said my peace. Now maybe I can squash this bee that has been in my bonnet all morning and actually get some work done!

1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Don't you know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You don't belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.

Shippin'

Every once in a while I get to see my husband "in his element." Meaning I get to see him doing what he LOVES to do. Usually I'm not brave enough to ask if I can tag along and "take pictures." I try to avoid this question because it is usually answered with "the look." We all know that look and no one gives it better than my handsome cowboy. BUT, for some reason this morning I was feeling adventurous and I CALLED him to ask if it would be okay if I came and watched them ship out the yearlings this morning. To my JOYFUL surprise he said sure, and it wasn't the sarcastic "sure" that usually comes with "the look" so I made a B line for the cattle pens before he changed his mind. Please forgive me because I got a little carried away, as I state above... I don't get this opportunity very often!

Hello Big Trucks! Hello Cowboys!
I have to tell a little story about my sweet "Brudder" Jed. Normally I'm greeted by a big hug and "Hey Sis!" This morning I was greeted by: "Hey Big Belly!" Why is it that he can always make me smile, even if he is poking fun at my baby belly? I just love that man!
The "YERLINS'" as Baylee would call them. These are the kind of "babies" Robert, Byron & Jed "grow." A little bit different than the kind I'm growing right now, uh?

The "Brothers"

I sent this picture to Tamra at work today, knowing she had no idea I was able to snap a few pictures of them. She said it was the best belated Mother's Day gift EVER! I knew she would like to see both of her "babies" this morning! "Pop"

Waiting to hear the weights.

I don't know why they were running away from me???

Team work, there's nothing like it! Especially when it is these two + two horses!

Cowboy gathering... this is what I call "Gettin' a plan"

Looks like money to me!

Loading truck #1

Jed

Oh, there's my Cowboy... with is leggin's on... Oh man.

Bye Bye Truck #1!!!

HELLO Truck #2!!!

Oh, there he is again!!!

It was my ABSOLUTE pleasure to be able to share these with you today! And, thank you Honey for letting me snap all these pictures! (he never even said a word!)