January/ Februray Happenings...

So January seemed to FLY by. We spent the first half of the month going through and packing up all of our stuff for our big move. We had movers, but moving day was still stressful to me. We had gotten several inches of snow the days leading up to the big move and it made things that much harder. Also, one of the movers seemed like he was having health problems and I felt bad for him. But all of our stuff was on their truck, so they kinda had to keep moving and get it done. It ended up taking over 5 hours, which was way longer than I expected it to take. BUT, it is done and we are all moved in to the new place. We really like it and have most things unpacked and set up! Now to tackel the nursery!

Riley turned 12! It's hard to believe that we are going to have a 12 year old and an infant in a few short months! We actually got a bad ice storm and Ry's school was canceled on his birthday so he got to stay home. That evening we went over to his mom's and we had his choice of Greeks Pizza and cake and ice cream! Can't believe how fast this kid is growing up! He got lots of very nice gifts from our families! (thank's everyone, he is spoiled!) Then Ry and Doug played hours of Madden on x-box and I went to bed!

Speaking of the ice storm we were all stuck at home for several days. I have never seen so much ice in my life, and it is still lingering around the city. It is just covered in snow now. Needless to say, I am sooo ready for spring!

The 4 year anniversary of my dad's passing was this past week. It is always a very hard time for me, but I think being pregnant this year made it extra hard. It is just so sad that he will not be a part of my baby's live. It makes me very sad (the pregnancy hormones don't help) but with the support and love of my friends and family I get through it. I know we are lucky to have the wonderful people that we do in our lives. I just wish he was still here.

I am lucky to be pregnant with several of my good friends (too bad I don't live in the same city as any of them). This weekend was Jamie's baby shower. Jamie and I have been best of friends since highschool so I really wanted to be there. I was really looking forward to seeing all of my other great gal-pals from high school. It snowed 4 inches over the night so when I woke up to leave Sat morning it was a vision of white... AWESOME. It ended up taking me over 4 hours to get home (which usually takes me 2.5 hrs at the most). It was so worth it to see everyone though! I forgot to get a big group pic, but here's a shot of Jamie, Megan, and I. Due in March, April, and May!

Megan's shower is next and I can't wait for that as well!! Jamie is having a girl and Meg and I are both having boys! Another one of my besties, Erica, is also due in April and her shower is coming up too! I love all these babies coming into the world!!

Speaking of babies, here are a few new pics of the belly. It's getting pretty big! I am loving all of the kicks and punches (for now)! It's crazy to think that he will be done cooking in less than 4 months! I can't wait to see his cute little face :)

Woah, better retire that shirt!

24 weeks!!

Tonight we are just stting around watching the superbowl ( I have family in PA) so GO STEELERS!

HALF WAY DONE!!

So I am past my 20 week mark which means I am half way done!! Yeah! I didn't realize this would go by so fast and I am realizing that May will be here before I know it!! So far, this pregnancy has been a breeze. I don't know how I have been so lucky with no sickness and feeling great! I am getting heartburn a little more frequently lately, but could be self induced because I love spicy foods! I haven't really had many constant cravings, except sausage... yeah, weird I know! I just crave different things and then an hour later it's something different! My belly is getting BIG! It has been fun to watch it grow (I'm sure I won't be saying that at 8-9 mon)! Oh, and I am feeling him move all around now! How cool is that?!?! Can't wait till Doug can feel him!

Here are some belly pics from 20 weeks!

We are moving (thank goodness we have movers) next weekend and I can't wait to get setteled so I can start on his nursery.  I have a couple of ideas and I can't wait to see it come to life!

So many exciting things happening in that belly of mine!!

Happy New Year!!!!

This was a very special New Year's day for our family! My sister and Nick got married and Doug performed the ceremony! Doug had gotten ordained online a long time ago and had always wanted to marry someone (yes, he was a huge Friends fan) so he was THRILLED when my sister and Nick asked him! I on the other hand had a hard time picturing my husband acting serious enough to do something so special for someone! If you know my hubby, then you know there are not alot of  serious moments when you are with him. He did a wonderful job though and the ceremony was beautiful! I couldn't be happier for them and they derserve a lifetime of happiness! It was a great evening with family and friends!

Mr. and Mrs. Sutterby!

These baby blues get me every time!

What a gorgeous bride!!!

You may now kiss the bride!

the kids in the limo!

So after the wedding and reception dinner my sister and her friends went out and had a wonderful time! Being pregnant and tired all the time decided to skip out on these festivities, but I wish I could have been out!!
Love you guys and CONGRATS!!!

It's a........ BOY!!!

So we had a doctors appointment scheduled at 1:00 the day we left for Goshen. I worked a half day and went to pick up Doug to go find out if we were having a little p or v!! We get there stressed because traffic was CRAZY and get back to see the Doctor and after talking for awhile she tells us that the ultrasound that we were supposed to be getting never got scheduled! So we could reschedule or come back at 4. Well, there was NO way I was going home for Christmas and not have anything to tell the family! So thankfully I was only working a half day and Doug's work is understanding so we ended up going home and packing up the car to leave right from the ultrasound and headed back to the Doctor's office. The suspense was killing me so I couldn't wait to get back in that room! So after seeing our baby wiggle and flip all about she tells us that we are having a little BOY!! Doug was not surprised, although I was bc I was sure I was having a girl! We are very excited and can't wait to welcome our little boy into this world in May! It was a very stressful few hours with having to rearrange our afternoon, but it ended up getting us on the road to Goshen a little earlier, so it ended up being for the best! Funny how that works sometimes :) I wouldn't tell my family what we were having until we got there so needless to say they were all waiting at the door when we walked in so excited to hear the news! They are all very excited to meet our skittle! they even made him his own little stocking and had "baby P" and "baby V" gift options ready! So cute! Love them!!

Baby boy Hilder @ 18 weeks!

Stocking for our little skittle :)

I can't wait to meet you baby boy!!

Christmas Recap

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!  So it turns out that I'm a little lazy when keeping up with this blog... sorry! We had a wonderful Christmas with my family! We decorated cookies, played ALOT, had a yummy dinner, and shared a lot of hugs and kisses! (oh and opened a few presents!) We left for Goshen on Wed  and came home on Christmas day to steal Riley for a little while. He turned out to be sick so we waited to see him till the next day. Here are a few pics of our Christmas celebration! Man I just love all of our family and I feel so lucky about that!

Uncle Doug and Kohen chillin' :)

Miranda and Nick

Christmas Eve pj's from Baba!

Me and my sweetie!

My mama and her kids!

BEST Baba EVER!!

Kohen

Kennedy

Kade

Yay for being potty trained!!

Undies on the head :)

Kenn and I comparing bellies!

hehe

Ry got an XBox!!

Hope you all had as great of a holiday as I did!!

Baby is a growin'!

So, I am feeling like I am getting bigger by the minute! Took some pics today and I can't believe how big my belly is! I am 17 weeks and 4 days! Yikes, 40 weeks is going to be scary! We have our ultrasound next Thursday and I can't wait to see if everything is as it should be and to see if we have a little p or v in there!! I am just hoping that all looks healthy! Thurs can not come soon enough though because it is ALL I can think about and I can't wait to start SHOPPING!! I usually have Thursdays off, but since our office is closed on Fri for Christmas Eve we are opening for the morning. Work from 9-12, Dr. apt at 1, then getting ready to head home to GOSHEN to see my family! I am SOO excited! Oh, and I am not telling you guys (my mom and sis) until we get there bc I am a brat :) You will just have to look for the sign when we walk in the door!!

As far as pregnancy goes, I think I am super lucky becuse I feel great! I sometimes wonder if I am supposed to be feeling this good! I THINK I have felt tiny little movements in my belly, but I am not 100% sure. I can't wait to feel something and know for sure! I am so excited to meet this little baby :)

3 Year Wedding Anniversary!

So Wednesday is our actual anniversary, but we decided to go out to a nice dinner and celebrate on Sat. We went to a place downtown called Fogo De Chao. I have heard lots of great things about this Brazilian style steakhouse, but we had never been. Let me tell ya, it was an experience. You pay a set price and you eat as much as you want. (Prego's dream huh?!?!)  First you start off with a salad bar, which was pretty yummy. Then when you are ready for the main course you flip your card to green which means BRING ON THE MEAT! They also bring sides of mashed potatoes, polenta, and fries plantains to your table. Ther are 15 different kinds of meat from filet mingon to lamb to chicken to sausage. They carve off a little for you to try and come back several times if you want. When you are full you just turn your card over to red and they stop coming.  It was very good and a fun dining experience, but if I'm going to shell out that kind of cash I think I would prefer Ruth's Chris, Mortons, or St. Elmos. We enjoyed it, but probably won't go back.

Doug had a Makers on the rocks!

and I had a soda water with lime!

This is one of the meat guys that brings you never ending meat!

 After dinner we held hands and walked around the city looking at the pretty lights. We got some Starbucks to keep us warm. I am so blessed to be in such a wonderful marriage! Doug and I love eachother so much and are so excited to be going into the next step of life together! 

At the circle looking the monument all lit up!

Love this tree! Wish I could have it at home!!

 Oh, I also got a very long massage that night! Baby and I were in heaven! I am so spoiled! Thanks sweetie, I love you sooo much!!