Some New Pics

Life has been a little stressful lately. Just so many things happening all at once makes for one overwhelmed pregnant lady! I have neglected my blog. August has brought hot weather, an ever-growing baby bump, and success in the ways of potty-training. So, good things are happening along with the less-than-pleasant things. Jared began his final semester at UCF on Monday! He will graduate December 17! Anyone who knows of any IT/Business Related Jobs, let us know: ) Here are some pictures for you.

12 Week Ultrasound shows a healthy baby...BOY! That's right, boy number 3. I'm excited, Jared's disappointed he still doesn't have a little girl. The hardest part is finding a name, so maybe we should do a contest of something to pick the name out.

Grayson peeking out the window. He is now a mover and a shaker. He is crawling and is super fast, pulling up and cruising all over the furniture. He has started standing and letting go of things and keeping his balance and has even tried a few steps. Always resulting in falls, which is fine with me because I hate that he's getting to be so big.

Sporting his Jeans Diaper. Couldn't resist his cuteness. He needs a haircut here and was given one shortly after this picture was taken. He's had three haircuts and is only 9 months old. He had a doctor visit last week and weighed in at 20 lbs, 14 oz and was 28 inches long. He's growing fast and loves to eat!

Jared is now Phoebe's groomer! She is a good sport and looks great post-haircut. Glad Jared was up for this because it will save us hundreds each year. Her haircuts are twice as often and twice as much as mine!

Ethan hanging out in his tent, wearing big boy pants! He is potty-trained! Only minimal accidents each week. I am so proud of him. Even had that little swelling in my heart.

Turning 30

Okay, so I turned 30 last week. Crazy talk! I used to think that was so old, but I don't feel old. Turns out I was totally wrong, which is not a new thing for me at all. We celebrated my b-day with the Hesson's on a little miniature vacation. Dad turned 57 a couple days after me, so it was like old times. Seems like we were always on vacation growing up for mine and Dad's b-days. We also went to Hollerbach's Willow Tree Cafe (an authentic German restaurant) with the Krause's the weekend before my b-day. It wasn't originally intended to be a birthday bash, but kind of turned into one. I am so blessed to be a part of two amazing families and to have the friends I do. I have never felt so loved. Here are some fun pics from our trip and a few random ones too.

Cranky after a long day at the pool and no nap!

Sweet baby Grayson snuggling with his Papa!

30 and looking good! LOL!

My family! Hard to believe I have been preggers 3 of my last 4 birthdays.

Ethan's building. Love that he placed his cars on top of the towers and love how Grayson looks like Godzilla or something in the background.

I think being 30 is going to be good. My mother in law assures me that her 30's were her best years. I can see that. I know who I am and know not to compromise that for anything in the world. I have two beautiful boys and another baby on the way. I am married to the best man in the universe for me! I have family and friends that love me and that I love so much. Sure, there are plenty of things that can get me down (just ask Jared), but when I look at the big picture and remember my perspective, it is amazing how much the Lord has blessed me with. I don't feel like I deserve the blessings they are just so abundant. Yeah, I think 30 is going to be a great year!