Moving Along.....

Well, things are definitely changing around here, and at a very rapid pace. Since we've last blogged, we found out Matt (my brother) and his family are moving to Alabama. We are extremely sad, but very happy for them to have this awesome opportunity. It has been evident God has His hand in this move, as they have sold their house and found another- Praise the Lord!!!

We can see Baby Soles move now, and this is a pretty common occurrence! He hasn't been keeping me up at night- that award to goes to leg cramps a an evershrinking bladder!!! We are mostly finished with the nursery (still need to hang a few things and get a chair), but here are a few pictures. I recorded a video- I'll try uploading it for your viewing pleasure!!:) We are 26 weeks now, and next week I'll be starting the last trimester. We have a 4-d ultrasound in a couple of weeks, and can't wait for you to really see Baby Soles- we can't wait either!!!

The Partly Finished Product

Happy Valentine's Day!! For our Valentines Day, we decided we wanted to put together the crib!! We don't have a mattress yet, but we will soon!! The only piece not in there is the changer combo (I couldn't lift it!!!), but here's a pic of the crib with bedding!!!

Getting Closer....

Thanks Ferrell.... I am just getting over the flu- fun stuff. Ferrell never gets sick, except for two weeks ago. I thought I was safe- WRONG!! So, I went to the doctor Monday( I already had an appt. for my sugar testing), and they ended up giving me medicine and another appt. for the testing. Mom came Monday night (to help with the nursery, but I'm sure another part is me being sick:). We were sitting talking Monday night, and Mom just looked at me. She did come down to paint, but the paint was in Albany.... just a few hours away! So, she got some more paint Tuesday, and the fun began. The color is absolutely beautiful- it's called Dill Weed (I actually think Matt called me that when I was younger), and it goes wonderfully with Little Soles' bedding. I'm so thankful Mom was able to come down and help. And if Dad wouldn't have been so gracious to go to Columbus to get the baby furniture (in between Sod selling:) ), we wouldn't have the furniture yet!! So, hopefully by Sunday, I will have some updated nursery pictures. I can't wait for you to see it!!

IT'S A BOY!!!!

Hey Everyone!! Just wanted to give a quick update!! Results from Monday's ultrasound revealed we will be blessed with a little man!!! I go back next Monday for an official ultrasound. It happened that the sonographer was out last Monday, and we had Mom and Dad, Mom and Dad Soles, and Jamie waiting. So, my wonderful nurse offered to "take a peek". She couldn't promise she would be able to let us know, but we all wanted to see anyway!! Once she started the ultrasound, there was no question!!! He even waved at us- it was wonderful!! So, now the real fun starts. It's like Mom said- we have this wonderful present, and we know what it is, but we have to wait to open it!!! I'll post some pictures once we get them Monday, but I'll give you a pic of me at 20 weeks- I'm starting to get out there!!

YAE!!!!

Well, just to give a quick update on what's going on!! We had a wonderful, but busy Christmas. It was wonderful spending time with family and friends. And our new Year, Ferrell was working, so I loaded Daisy up and we went with him!! But, for other news, Baby Soles (Aka P'nut), is 19 weeks old (in the womb), and is moving quite a bit. Ferrell and Mom both had the excitement of feeling her/him move!! And, we find out Monday, what P'nut is!!!! Any guesses??? It's amazing to feel the movement, and know that there is a living breathing person in there!!! Well, we hope all of you had a wonderful and blessed Holiday Season. As soon as we get the news, we will definitely pass it along!!! We love you.

What are you Thankful for?

Well, with Thanksgiving coming next week, I started thinking about all I have to be thankful for. I've realized in the past few months, God blesses us abundantly, although it may take us a while to realize exactly how He is blessing us. In saying this, it took me a while to be thankful for exactly what I had, instead of what I thought I should have. That humbles you pretty quickly. He desired for me to rely totally on him, so when I did see my blessings that are so bountiful, I would appreciate them even more. In saying this, we are so thankful for His outpouring of eternal love. I'm so thankful for my wonderful, supportive husband, Ferrell. If it weren't for him, I wouldn't be able to do half of the things I do. He is such a great guy, and I'm so thankful God blessed me with him. I'm also thankful for the Godly family He has blessed me with. They are so wonderful, even if I don't get to see everyone as much as I would like. Thankfulness even extends to Miss Daisy- she keeps me from being so focused on myself!! And last, but certainly not least, I'm eternally grateful for our newest blessing, Baby Soles. When we think back about how long it took to get here, we are so blessed by the miracle of our baby. That is our biggest blessing this year. Thank you Lord for your many blessings... they are so bountiful!!!

Psalm 69:30- I will praise God's name in song
and glorify him with thanksgiving.

That's all for now.... What are you thankful for???

The Lady Can Cook!!!!

 

Well, Jamie and I had the opportunity to go see Paula Deen in Albany Thursday night, and boy are we glad we went!! First off, there was a silent auction, so I did a little bidding. I won a 4D ultrasound for $50- and for those of you who have had one done- what a great deal!!! Then, we got to eat. Now, I'm not talking about bird food eating. I'm talking about the butter, lard, and high-in-cholesterol eating!!! Paula brought her ladies who cook at Lady and Sons in Savannah, and they fixed our meal!! And boy, was it good. Now, on to the best part. Paula spoke for about 45 minutes (Jamie and I wished it was a bit longer), and she spoke directly from her heart. She is such an awesome and dynamic lady, and she deserves everything that's come her way. She started out in Savannah with $200 for her catering service. And look where she is now!!! She overcame huge trials and adversity, to become what she wanted to be. To me, anyone should be admired for that. And, she gave us a great lesson: If you have family and friends who love and support you, you can do anything you set your mind to!!! WOW!! How often do we continue on in our lives, and get to a point and think, I can't do this?? With God, your family and friends, anything is possible, and she is a testament to that. Well, maybe next year we can all go- I'll be there with bells on!!!