Blush & Bashful

My friend, Candi, and I hosted a shower for our dear friend Rachel who is expecting a little girl in January.  We thought what could be a better theme than pink??  We decorated everything in pink and all I could think about was the movie Steel Magnolias and the colors in her wedding, blush & bashful.  It turned out wonderful and we were all very pleased with the outcome!

 

 

 

 



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Naval Orange

Pregnancy Highlights:

How Far Along: 15 Weeks (10/25/12)

Size of baby: 4.0 inches and about 2.5 ounces. Right now our baby is the size of a naval orange!!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: +/- 10 pounds 

Maternity Clothes: I have worn a few maternity tops, size small and I have used my Bella Band four times.
Gender: Now I definitely think "Three's" a girl.  I don't have any reasons to but that's what I think.  Everyone refers to "Three" as a "her". 

Movement: I think I may have felt a few movements.  It's either "her" moving or gas. ;)

Food Cravings: Canned green beans and Velveeta Shells and Cheese....not sure why??

Food Aversion: Hummus and Mexican food :(

What I miss: Diet Dr. Pepper!! I've had a few sips when Sean gets one and it's soooo good!! I made some decaffeinated sweet tea and it makes me feel a little better.  It's a little something besides water. 

Sleep: I'm still sleeping great at night!

Symptoms: My exhaustion has definitely worn off this week, which has been amazing! I actually worked out once this week.  Still having some acne issues but other than that I'm feeling great!   I've also started having shortness of breath...it's ridiculous! Oh, and just eating my little heart out....
Best Moment this week: Getting ready for Rachel's shower.

What I am looking forward to: Sean getting home from his motorcycle trip!

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iPhone Pictures

1.] Dessert...chocolate pecan pie  2.] Daddy's girl  3.] Cute outfit day  4.] Sweet boy  5.] Boot day

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Lemon

Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 14 Weeks (10/18/12)

Size of baby: 3.4 inches and about 1.5 ounces. Right now our baby is the size of a lemon!!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: +/- 8 pounds :/

Maternity Clothes: I have worn a few maternity tops, size small and I have used my Bella Band four times.
Gender: I think it's a boy.  I'm just guessing based on symptoms...hungry all the time and craving "real food".  Several people I work with tell me they think it's a girl...not sure what that's based on. :)  But now Sean and I are also calling "Three" a "she".

Movement: I think I may have felt a few movements.  It's either "her" moving or gas. ;)

Food Cravings: Canned green beans and Velveeta Shells and Cheese....not sure why??

Food Aversion: Hummus and Mexican food :(

What I miss: Diet Dr. Pepper!! I've had a few sips when Sean gets one and it's soooo good!! I made some decaffeinated sweet tea and it makes me feel a little better.  It's a little something besides water. 

Sleep: I'm still sleeping great at night!

Symptoms: This week I've been really exhausted.  It was nice to sleep in over the weekend and catch up on some much needed rest.   I've also been a little more emotional lately and I've had a few weird dreams.  Acne has definitely stepped it up a notch, every time I turn around there's a new pimple! :(
Best Moment this week: Hearing "Three's" heartbeat again!!

What I am looking forward to: Preparing for and having Rachel's baby shower next weekend!

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Peach

Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 13 Weeks (10/12/12)

Size of baby: 2.9 inches and about 0.81 ounces. Right now our baby is the size of a peach!!

Total Weight Gain/Loss: +/- 8 pounds :/

Maternity Clothes: I have worn a few maternity tops, size small, and I have used my Bella Band four times.  I'm also wearing more stretchy pants than usual.
Gender: I think it's a boy.  I'm just guessing based on symptoms...hungry all the time and craving "real food".  Several people I work with tell me they think it's a girl...not sure what that's based on. :)

Movement: I think I've felt a few flutters.  I'm still not positive on this though.

Food Cravings: I'm still enjoying green beans and now I'm also enjoying Velveeta shells and cheese...mmmm!

Food Aversion: Hummus and Mexican food :(

What I miss: Diet Dr. Pepper!! I've had a few sips when Sean gets one and it's soooo good!! I made some decaffeinated sweet tea and it makes me feel a little better.  It's a little something besides water. 

Sleep: I'm still sleeping fine, although I don't get up as often to pee.

Symptoms: I'm keeping my fingers crossed....I've had more energy today so I'm hoping it lasts.  I even went for a walk today.  I'm still a little more emotional lately and I've had a few weird dreams.  Acne has definitely stepped it up a notch, every time I turn around there's a new pimple! :(
Best Moment this week: Going to the Razorback vs. Kentucky game and spending some time with family.

What I am looking forward to: Our appointment on Wednesday!  And getting ready for a friend's baby shower.

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First Trimester

After we found out we were expecting our little "Three" of course one of the first things I did was call the doctor.  When I called they told me they wouldn't see me until 10 weeks...10 weeks!! We had to wait 6 whole weeks to even get in to see the doctor.  Our original plan was to wait until our Dr.'s appt before we told anyone.  Well, that didn't happen.  We went to Fayetteville for Labor Day weekend and I was 7 weeks.  We ended up telling our mom's that weekend.

We finally had our first appointment on September 19th.  I had to do a urine sample, blood work, and a pap smear, and oh, yea....we heard "Three's" heartbeat!! It was so exciting!! I didn't really know what to expect so I just asked if it was a good heartbeat and Dr. Ratcliff said it was an "excellent heartbeat".  We were so excited.  Then we were officially ready to tell the rest of our closest friends and family.  We told them on Sean's birthday.  It was great becuase everyone thought we were just celebrating Sean's birthday.....SURPRISE!!

This is Angel in her shirt telling Mimi and PopPop!

These are a few pictures from Sean's birthday!

 (My shirt/tummy)

This is the announcement we sent out to the rest of our family.

The pitter-patter of little feet will be arriving April 2013!

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Surprise!!

We found out we were pregnant with "Three" on August 11.

I was only about a day late but I hadn't had any spotting during the week, which was unusual. 

I took a pregnancy test while Sean was at work, mainly so I'd just quit thinking about it.

Of course the lines came up almost immediately and I immediately started crying.

I was basically in shock and kept running around the house like a crazy person.

I was frantically trying to come up with a special way to tell Sean, knowing he'd be home in about 30 minutes.  This is what I finally came up with......

I kept looking at the frame making sure both lines were still there.  

I guess I thought it was wrong and they would disappear!

Of course then I started drinking a ton of water so I could try and take another test.

I needed as much proof as possible!

Sean was in shock for a few days.  Of course, we were trying to get pregnant, but I guess it's just such a surprise when it finally does happen.  Once it set in he couldn't contain his excitement!

This was taken the day we found out

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You, Me, and "Three"

It's hard to believe,

that we started so young, 

and have continued so strong,

and now we are three.

We're so excited to be welcoming our little "Three" in April!!!

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Show Us Your Life - Chicken Stroganoff

Ingredients:

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1/8 C margarine
• 1 (.7 oz) package of dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
• 1 8 oz package Cream Cheese 
• 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup

1. Put chicken, margarine, and dressing mix in slow cooker; mix together and cook on low for 5-6 hours.
2. Add cream cheese and soup, mix together and cook on high for another for another 1/2 hour or until heated through and warm.
3. Chicken, at this point, should be easy enough to shred with a fork.
4. Serve over noodles or rice.

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Razorback Football

This weekend Sean and I headed to Fayetteville.  Some of my mom's family came to town from Nashville and we all headed to the rainy Razorback game.  I was really excited, though....it was the first football game I'd been to since college!  We enjoyed the game, even through the delay.  We ended up leaving at half time, but not before seeing Randy Jackson! That's right...Randy Jackson from American Idol!

Apparently a former Miss UofA's husband submitted her name for AI and Randy came to hear her sing!  He gave her an audition number and invited her to come audition in front of all of the judges.  Fayetteville is definitely making a name for itself....that's the second t.v. show that's been to Fayetteville this year!

Shelby and I

Jax's first Razorback game!

 A little rain never hurt nobody! ;)

Oh, and the Hogs won...their third win this season!!

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Family Farm

Saturday Sean and I joined the Adams' at a pumpkin patch in Malvern. 

It was definitely a good "fall" day, with temperatures reaching about 45 degrees.

It was a really neat little farm that had a petting zoo, hayride, fishing, and a hill slide for kids.

Here's some more information for the pumpkin patch in case you're interested!

18448 highway 67, Malvern, AR 72104. 

Phone: 501-337-4171. 

Email: mymail@familyfarm.org. 

Open: to the public Saturdays in October from 9am to 5pm. 

Payment: Cash, only. 

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Sean's 29th Birthday

I'm finally trying to catch up on my blogging, I've gotten a little behind.

Sean's 29th birthday was last Saturday and we had a little get-together in Fayetteville to celebrate and watch the Hogs (lose again).  These are just a few snapshots of our fun afternoon!

Jax, Tif, and I

Cody and I

Russell made some awesome chicken bbq...mmmm!!

We forgot candles..oops! So we improvised! ;)

Some of my favorite people!

The Dorey clan!

We had an awesome day....and I think Sean even enjoyed some of the attention!

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Show Us Your Life - Tailgate Recipe

This is a great recipe and so easy!!

12 Hawaiian Rolls

5 slices of turkey

12 slices of cheese (your choice - I use Provolone)

4 tbsp.  melted butter

4 tbsp. Italian Dressing

1.   Slice open the the Hawaiian rolls into two parts (put the top half of the rolls to the side).

2.   Place 6 slices of cheese on the bottom half of the rolls. 



3.   On top of the cheese place the 5 slices of turkey.

4.   Mix together the 4 tbsp. of melted butter and 4 tbsp. of Italian dressing.  Drizzle half of the mixture over the turkey slices.

5.   Place the remaining cheese slices over the turkey.

6.   Place the top half of the rolls back on top.

7.   Drizzle the remaining butter and Italian dressing mixture over the top.

7.   Place in the oven and bake at 350 degrees until the cheese starts melting.
8.   Cut up and serve with other tailgate recipes.  Enjoy!

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