Good friends are hard to find...

But I have the best ones!!! I am so lucky to have the friends I have in my life! Last night I went to our monthly girls night at Lindsey Forrest's' house. I was super excited to go since the last 2 times I haven't been able to go. So when I got there everyone had brought some food. I felt so dumb, because I didn't even think about bringing anything. Then I walked into the living room and there were presents on the ottoman. Ok, now I really felt dumb. Our friend Kim just had a baby boy 5 weeks ago, and everyone brought her a present. Again I was empty-handed. How could I have forgot to bring Kim a present. Then Kim puts a present on the ottoman, so I told her I wish I would have remembered and brought her a present. She started laughing and told me that they were for ME!! WHAT???? My sweet friends had planned a surprise little baby shower for me and my baby boy. I felt so dumb that I didn't put it together before that, but so grateful for awesome friends who would go to all that work for me! I got some of the cutest clothes, shoes, and the very much needed essentials for a new baby. I wish I would have had my camera. So a huge thanks to the best friends ever! I seriously am so lucky! THANK YOU!!

Calling all mothers....

So as the upcoming weeks approach quickly, I have been thinking about the last minute things that I need before the baby comes. For example, I really should get Maddie's Easter dress, the essentials needed after having a baby, and a new nursing bra. The reason why I say new, is because I hated the one that I had with Madison. It snapped at the top, but it didn't come down very far. So every time I fed her it was a hassle. Not to mention the fact that she was a messy eater, and it seemed like I always ended up soaking wet by the time she was done. So this pregnancy I have been looking for a nursing bra that snaps in the middle instead of at the top. But to no avail! I can't find one maternity store or online that has a center snapping nursing bra. So I need help! If any of you know where I can find a center snap nursing bra, PLEASE let me know! Or if any of you have another suggestion, I am all ears!
THANKS!!

Kids are so funny!

Tonight we took Madison to get some ice cream. I told her if she put on her jammies we could go inside and sit for a while. On the way home, we decided to drive by the Draper temple again because it looks so beautiful at night. All of the sudden from the back seat Madison said, "Hey guys. I'm gonna go to sleep now, so could you talk quiet?"

It was so cute! We laughed, and within minutes she was out! I love her little personality she has developed, sassyness and all!

Baby Update...

I have been so excited for my appointment today, because at my last appointment my doctor told me we would schedule my c-section today. I have looked forward to today as a light at the end of the tunnel. I really am feeling good. I can't complain. Aside from the normal aches and pains of being pregnant, I haven't had any complications. So today when I went in I informed my doctor that our insurance would be changing on March 1, so instead of having to deliver at Jordan Valley, I would be able to deliver at Alta View again. He seemed happy about that and said, "Well that's great! We will hold off on scheduling the c-section then for now, and play it by ear." WHAT??? I was super bummed! I am one of those people who likes to have a plan, and I hate chaos. I don't really like surprises, and I am super organised. So to be able to know ahead of time when our baby would be born is perfect for me. But to play it by ear... Its gonna kill me! I am ok to go to my due date, so that's not the problem. I want this little guy to be healthy and come home with me, but I really wanted to be able to mark the day on the calendar. DANG! Maybe I should have just stayed at Jordan Valley...

Fun weekend trip!

**CAUTION- PICTURE OVERLOAD!!**

This weekend we were lucky enough to get away to St. George with my family. My dad works for Nestle, and every year they sponsor one SUU basketball game. The Nesquik bunny even gets to attend and go out and interact with the fans. Last year we just went and watched, but this year my hubby got to fulfill his dream of being a "bunny." Nestle actually paid him to dress up in the bunny suit and go out and have a good time. The only problem was that the fan in his giant head never got charged, so he was dying of heat! In between appearances he had to go take off his head to cool off. All in all though he did a great job, and the kids loved him!

Chris and his "escorts" taking a break to cool off

Our Nesquik bunny getting dressed

Even though Madison knew it was her daddy in the costume she was still a little scared. Look how big the head is on that costume!

Then on Friday we got to hang out all day. We went and saw the St. George Parade of Homes. Beautiful, but very overpriced! Then we went swimming outside! In FEBRUARY! The weather was beautiful and we had a blast. Madison loved the little floater we had for her. She was even brave enough to swim without holding onto Chris. I was very impressed, and a little shocked because last time we went swimming last year she hung on for dear life!

She loves to swim with dad!

Swimming all by herself!

Don't they look so much alike?

Later that night we went to this place called "Fiesta Fun." Its basically like Boondocks in St. George. Madison had a blast on the Go-Karts! They wouldn't let me go on them being pregnant, so I got to watch and be jealous. They had mini go-karts for the little kids too. I wasn't sure if Madison would want to go on them, but she did and surprisingly enough she could actually steer them. It was too funny though because she was so concerned that she would bump the side, that she wouldn't look straight ahead. She was concentrating on those bumpers.

Riding the Go-Kart with Kelsey

Getting ready to drive herself on the mini go-karts

Watching those bumpers!

We had to get a few last pictures in the warm weather before we left Saturday. The weather was so nice, and we really didn't want to leave! A quick vacation, but a ton of fun! Thanks Dad and Mom..(and Nestle)... for all the fun times we get to spend with you!

Maddie on a rock outside our hotel

Her and Uncle Alex trying to be goofy, while Uncle Adam tries to get in on a good picture

All of us kids...minus Brandon...


THANKS AGAIN DAD!!!

Princess in socks?

Madison got a ton of new princess dresses and attire for Christmas, and everytime she wants to get dressed up in them, she always wants me to leave her socks on. Go figure! Tonight she asked Chris to be her prince and take her to the "Royal Ball" How cute! So I just had to share our "Princess In Socks"

She'll be a great big sister!

Today I was in my room, and I heard Madison playing with her doll. I heard her say it was time for a nap, and then she came in to talk to me. A few minutes later she started saying, "wahhh, wahhh. She went running into the baby's room, so I followed her. Sure enough she had laid her baby in the new pack-n-play that we just set up for the baby. She yelled to her baby, "don't worry sweetie, I'm coming!" What a sweet girl! She will be such a good sister. She is so excited for her brother to come, and so are we!