My chocolate loving child...

Last weekend, Campbell had one of his favorite things in the whole wide world...CHOCOLATE! We went to brunch with the Kruegers and ordered C his very own chocolate chip pancake with whipped cream. Here is the evidence!!!

Continuing to grow...

A few days behind, but here I am taken today - 24 weeks - actually closer to 25 weeks (on Wednesday). With Campbell, I had a 25 week growth spurt, but I think with this little guy, my growth spurt happened between 22 and 24! You be the judge.

22 weeks........................................

24 weeks (3/30)............................

My new hobby!

Lately, when I have to fill out a form and it asks me what my hobbies are...I have to really think about what they might be. If I were completely honest, I would put down watching tv, eating ice cream, doing soduku. I am not one of those who puts down things like running, golfing, tennis, reading (except I do like to read gossip magazines), cooking, etc. WELL...now I can put down sewing and monogramming. YES, I said sewing and monogramming. Thanks to Mom and Dad, I have recently gotten a sewing/embroidery machine. I took two day-long sewing classes (made a tote bag and some pajama bottoms), and poof...I'm hooked!

I haven't become too adventurous yet, but have definitely enjoyed making boring Gerber white cloth diapers into fun girl/boy burp cloths. I have also taken plain t-shirts and monogrammed them for Mardi Gras and St. Patty's Day for Campbell. Below are some of the things I've been working on! Will post my bi-weekly self portrait later.

Receiving blanket for baby Juliana

Burp cloth with cotton flannel on reverse side for baby Caroline

Burp cloths for baby Caroline

Corduroy longalls for baby Jude

Bubble for baby Jude

Jon-Jon for baby Jude

Bib and onesies for twins - Ella and Evan

I'm growing!

So, it's been 4 weeks since I've taken a picture of my growing belly! I am now 22 weeks and Baby Boy is starting to kick like crazy. He kept me up a good part of last night, but it's so worth it! The first pictures if 4 weeks ago - 18 weeks and the second is today - 22 weeks!

I'm back...

It's been almost one month since my last post and I feel like it was just yesterday that we found out that Baby Spence is a boy!

A week after found out, we headed down to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. Campbell had his daily countdown and couldn't wait to get on the plane to go to "Margi Gras" - yes - Margi - that's how he pronounces it! We arrived late that Friday night and sweet Marion was waiting for us at the airport. Campbell crashed in the car on the way to Kiki and Tater's house but as soon as he saw Kiki, he was wide awake!

Saturday, we got up and headed to the parades. Campbell couldn't wait to get into one of the ladders. He waved, cheered, yelled, and caught TONS of beads and toys. He was especially fond of the marching bands. This video captures exactly what he'd do when he saw or heard a band...



Saturday night, we got all dressed up (except for Campbell) and heading to the Mystic Club Ball. Had a great evening with my whole family, but sure did miss having my cocktail! On Sunday...back to the parades! We loved watching them with my childhood friend, Kelley, and her little girl Marigny.

Monday (during the day), was an off day. We just relaxed and let Campbell catch up on some much needed rest. We got everything together and headed over to my Aunt Sid's house to watch Proteus. Campbell loved the parade so much last year that we just knew that he need to go again this year. It's the only night parade we bring him to. Sid and Norwood had an incredible spot on St. Charles with about 6 ladders and a table full of food. Jason found a street vendor selling toy horn and Campbell just had to have it! Everytime a marching band would come by, Campbell would put the horn to his mouth to play along!

Tuesday morning, we woke up and Jason and Jim went to ride in REX. Campbell was SUPER excited to see Daddy riding on a float. He especially loved all of the awesome toys that Jason threw to him.

Jason left EARLY Wednesday morning and we stayed the remainder of the week. THANK GOD! I know I needed the rest and relaxation and Campbell REALLY needed some time with Kiki and Tater.

It was a FABULOUS trip to New Orleans and so much fun to watch Mardi Gras with a two year old who loves it as much as we do. We look forward to many more fun Mardi Gras trips and next year will be even more fun with Baby Boy Spence along for the ride.

There A LOT of pictures on our Picasaweb Album #2 - link on the upper left. Enjoy!

It's a...

BOY! The ultrasound went great and Baby Spence was not shy about showing things off! The doctor was pleased with how everything looked. We are super excited for Campbell to have a little brother.

18 Weeks

It's amazing how much I've grown in two weeks. I am hoping to post a new picture every two weeks with the previous photo attached - for comparison! It will be fun to see how I grow.

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