Carter's 2nd Birthday!

We threw Carter a Planes, Trains, & Automobiles themed birthday party at our house this weekend with all our family and closest play group friends..... complete with a bounce house, grilling, and gifts! I think it's safe to say Carter had a great time, and we had so much fun having everyone over to celebrate our little man! Thanks to all of you who were able to come.... it means a ton!

Playgroup Easter Egg Hunt

Here are some pictures of our Easter Egg Hunt today. The kids were so into it, and very fun to watch!! We also enjoyed some playtime at the park and a picnic lunch! Very fun morning!

Ready to go!

 Quick shot with Mason

 He knew exactly what to do!

 Mason, London, & Carter

 Carter & Hayden

 Carter, Mason, & Meghan

 Mason

 Almost everyone!

Carlos, Colton, Carter, Meghan, Mason, Gavin, Zach, Katelyn, London, Tyler... Hayden is missing.

 So happy to have gotten all his eggs!

 Angie took a pic of us together....

 ...and I somehow got him to grin!

 Carter, Tyler, & Mason

 Again. I think Mason was getting tired!

 My big boy at the tall slide.... which he wouldn't go down :)

Trip to the Lake

It's been a busy week with birthday activities, doctor's appointments, and spending time with friends and family.... so I'm just now getting around to posting these pictures.

Eric took Carter to Little Elm Park last weekend. It's a really great place with a beach, a picnic area, a few playgrounds, and an area where you can feed the ducks! What a perfect place to spend some quality Daddy/Son time! Eric said Carter had an absolute blast! I see several more trips here in the future!

12 Weeks

Pregnancy Highlights

How Far Along:

12 weeks!

Size of baby:

Just over 2 inches long, the size of a lime!

Total Weight Gain/Loss:

Still down a few pounds

Maternity Clothes:

Not yet. But I'm wearing my bella band a lot of the time!

Gender:

We'll know in about 7-8 weeks!

Movement:

Been feeling little "bubbly" type movements. Wondering if that's what I think it might be! With Carter, I first felt him (for sure, that I know of) around 14 weeks.

Sleep:

Not too bad. I'm a stomach sleeper, so I'm definitely not as comfortable as I want to be. And soon, no more belly sleeping at all. Oh, how will I manage?

Symptoms:

Lots of headaches still, and still have a sensitive gag reflex. That's no fun. But the fatigue, upset stomach, and food aversions are much better!

What I miss:

Wine!

Cravings:

Haven't really had any that I can think of. I'm sure Eric would tell you differently.

Best Moment this week:

Definitely seeing the baby on the ultrasound yesterday! We know that the baby has all 10 fingers and all 10 toes, a strong, healthy heartbeat, tested negative for downs, and overall, a very healthy and busy baby. S/he was moving around A LOT!

What I am looking forward to:
Feeling the baby move and finding out the gender soon!

                 

 He sure looks proud to be a big brother!

And now... Sono pics!!

Full profile, head, torso, arm, and leg stretched out across with the foot at the end!

Sucking the thumb!

Little Hand, and the head is over to the bottom right.

Little Foot

Carter's Birthday and 2 Year Well Check-Up

Carter had a great birthday. He definitely knew it was a special day! He sang himself the Happy Birthday Song about 100 times, and every time I'd ask him, "What are we going to do today?" He'd answer, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" Very cute.

We started the morning by stopping at the donut shop and grabbing yummy donuts for breakfast. Then we were off to the park where we met my mom, Nana. We actually bumped into a play group friend there, so Carter got to play with Graham a lot that morning! We ran a few errands, then went to lunch with Nana, my brother Matt, and his girlfriend, Nina. Carter had one of his favorites, a taco, rice, beans, and a sopapilla for his birthday lunch! Then it was home for nap. This little guy was wiped out!!

Eric came home early from work, so Carter and Eric got some playtime in before we left for Gatti Town. Carter had another favorite, pizza, for dinner and got to watch Tangled in the movie room while he ate. After dinner we played a few games before heading home. I know he had a great birthday, and we're looking forward to his birthday party next weekend!
 

Silly Family Photo!

This morning we took him for his 2 year well check up with Dr. Nail. He did pretty good. He was upset because I'm sure he remembered the place, and was less than thrilled to be there. But he handled it okay. He cried through Dr. Nail's exam, but he cooperated. We didn't have to force him down, or hold him like we have in the past. So that was definitely an improvement. He got an A+ on his physical, and an A+ on his developmental skills. He now weighs 28lbs 6 oz, and is 35 1/2 inches tall. Dr. Nail estimated Carter will be built similar to his Daddy.... about 6 feet tall with an average build. Sounds good to me! He got a hemoglobin check - it was 12.5, and anything over 11.2 his considered normal. So that was great! And he also got his Hepatitis 2 shot today. We don't have to go back for another well check up until he is 3! Wow!!

Today My "Baby" Turns 2!

I can hardly believe it has been 2 whole years since I first laid eyes on you, my sweet boy! You've changed my heart forever! I love you so very much.

On your birthday

4-13-09

 I didn't yet know how much joy you would bring us in only two years!

My precious angel...

We love you ..... Happy Birthday to you!

Sweetest Words Ever.

What's Your Name?