The equipment has been ordered and set for delivery next Friday...we better have visitors to make this thing worthwhile after Allie P's arrival!
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Outdoor Kitchen???
Well it's official - we are FOR SURE putting in the outdoor kitchen.
The equipment has been ordered and set for delivery next Friday...we better have visitors to make this thing worthwhile after Allie P's arrival!
The equipment has been ordered and set for delivery next Friday...we better have visitors to make this thing worthwhile after Allie P's arrival!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
April 27, 2007
On this day three years ago, I was frantically running around Longview printing wedding programs and answering work phone calls...I will never forget how hectic of a day it was. Then mom, Nancy, Sally and I went to the Weisman Center to see how the decorating (lack thereof I should say) was coming along. I then almost had a mental breakdown so mom and Nancy had to "consult" with the owner on exactly what we wanted.
Ah, the good times!
At 6 pm we had the rehearsal at First Methodist, followed by dinner at R&R Bakery. It's hard to believe it's been three years already.
Ben and I have had a fun and exciting three years, but like all couples, we've also had our share of ups and downs. Life would not be complete without your best friend by your side at all times - sometimes you have to move mountains to realize the simplest things in life are the absolute best.
B Ross - here's to many more years together...life is truly only beginning for us. Allie P is going to be a little ray of sunshine that hovers over us for the rest of our lives.
With love,
Carm
Ah, the good times!
At 6 pm we had the rehearsal at First Methodist, followed by dinner at R&R Bakery. It's hard to believe it's been three years already.
Ben and I have had a fun and exciting three years, but like all couples, we've also had our share of ups and downs. Life would not be complete without your best friend by your side at all times - sometimes you have to move mountains to realize the simplest things in life are the absolute best.
B Ross - here's to many more years together...life is truly only beginning for us. Allie P is going to be a little ray of sunshine that hovers over us for the rest of our lives.
With love,
Carm
April 27, 2007
April 28, 2007
Sunday, April 25, 2010
We have a roof! (well, maybe not but it's at least covered!)
I get more excited about this everyday - our patio/backyard area is going to be phenomenal! We are in the process of deciding "yay" or "nay" on an outdoor kitchen...now if only Allie P will arrive in a timely manner so her parents can enjoy a nice refreshing glass of vino or cold cerveza together... :)
Our sweet pups decided they did not want to sleep last night...instead they wanted to eat weeds in the backyard. Turds...
Monday, April 19, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
What a weekend!
WOW, did we have one busy, exhausting but fun weekend. Ben's college roommate - Ross - and his wife Erin came to visit us from Houston before Allie arrives. Ross, Ben and I were best friends in college so we re-hashed embarassing stories and laughed the entire weekend. We went to a LSU baseball game, tailgated, ate dinner with friends and hung out in "Iraq" (aka our backyard) at night.
Today, we went to the Angola Prison Rodeo which was really a cool experience. If you haven't been, I highly suggest going at least once. It was warm and humid outside...NOT a good combination for 33 weeks pregnant. Check out my swolen "Shrek" feet!
...I think I "overdid" it this weekend!
Today, we went to the Angola Prison Rodeo which was really a cool experience. If you haven't been, I highly suggest going at least once. It was warm and humid outside...NOT a good combination for 33 weeks pregnant. Check out my swolen "Shrek" feet!
...I think I "overdid" it this weekend!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Addition Pictures
The addition is coming along! Today the contractors framed the screened/covered porch areas and tomorrow we should have a ceiling/roof. Here are some updated pictures I took this afternoon.
From the back of the yard looking at north side of addition. Bedroom is to the left (you can see the window slots that need to be cut out) and living area is where door cut out is.
Close-up of the screened/covered porch areas...this is the BEST part of this entire addition!
Of course I had to take a picture of Sis...
"can't I get some privacy mom?"
From the backdoor of the addition looking in at the kitchenette area.
From the backdoor of the addition looking at the current window to main house which will turn into a door shortly...
32 week appointment
I had my 32 week doctor's appointment yesterday and everything looks great so far. When you start going every 2 weeks all the doctor does is measure your stomach and listen to the baby's heartbeat - maybe a total of 5 minutes.
According to Dr. Boudreaux, my stomach measurements equal the number of weeks pregnant I am and Allie's heartbeat sounds great. With this being said, my due date is still set for June 10th.
I noticed Saturday morning that Allie had slightly "dropped" - I've carried her fairly high throughout the course of the pregnancy and things just felt different Saturday. Sunday, I didn't notice as much but Monday, I could tell by looking in the mirror. Her movements also feel completely different and Dr. Boudreaux confirmed she's more than likely "head down" at this point with her butt facing my stomach. This whole process is completely unbelievable!
I have my last sonogram (yeah!!!) at 36 weeks - roughly May 12 - which will determine Allie's currrent measurements.
Last night Ben mentioned that Allie could decide to join us at any moment - scary! To make it even more sureal, a friend of ours who was due May 6th went into labor early this morning and is set to deliver at any time today. It's getting REAL!
According to Dr. Boudreaux, my stomach measurements equal the number of weeks pregnant I am and Allie's heartbeat sounds great. With this being said, my due date is still set for June 10th.
I noticed Saturday morning that Allie had slightly "dropped" - I've carried her fairly high throughout the course of the pregnancy and things just felt different Saturday. Sunday, I didn't notice as much but Monday, I could tell by looking in the mirror. Her movements also feel completely different and Dr. Boudreaux confirmed she's more than likely "head down" at this point with her butt facing my stomach. This whole process is completely unbelievable!
I have my last sonogram (yeah!!!) at 36 weeks - roughly May 12 - which will determine Allie's currrent measurements.
Last night Ben mentioned that Allie could decide to join us at any moment - scary! To make it even more sureal, a friend of ours who was due May 6th went into labor early this morning and is set to deliver at any time today. It's getting REAL!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
I can barely squeeze!
Although my arm/boob fat is all one now, I had to post this because it's hysterical!
The contractor started framing the addition today so we had to inspect once Ben got home. I must admit - it was a little tough squeezing through the studs...not sure how much longer I'm going to be able to! LOL
Hey, life isn't fun unless you make fun of yourself. :)
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Baton Rouge Shower/Crawfish Boil
You know you have exceptional friends when the moment you spread the word that you're expecting, they get to work on planning a baby shower for you. Given we live in south Louisiana, everything turns into a party. SO, not only were we honored with an incredible baby shower, but a crawfish boil too!
Both sets of parents drove from Marshall to attend which meant the world to us. Although they wouldn't have missed it (Butch & Kim turning down a party? NO WAY!), driving 10 hours round-trip isn't just the easiest for a quick weekend.
The party was laid-back, the weather was incredible and the company was great. Like anything when you're the honoree, you never feel like you get to spend as much time with everyone as you had hoped so for those of you reading this who attended, please know Ben and I truly appreciate you joining us to celebrate the arrival of Allie P!
To the hosts/hostesses - you all are so special to us and Allie is incredibly lucky to be born into such an awesome group of friends. Thank you all (again) so much for the amazing evening!
Both sets of parents drove from Marshall to attend which meant the world to us. Although they wouldn't have missed it (Butch & Kim turning down a party? NO WAY!), driving 10 hours round-trip isn't just the easiest for a quick weekend.
The party was laid-back, the weather was incredible and the company was great. Like anything when you're the honoree, you never feel like you get to spend as much time with everyone as you had hoped so for those of you reading this who attended, please know Ben and I truly appreciate you joining us to celebrate the arrival of Allie P!
To the hosts/hostesses - you all are so special to us and Allie is incredibly lucky to be born into such an awesome group of friends. Thank you all (again) so much for the amazing evening!
A gift from Carley, my wonderful and sweet college roommate who endured living with me for two long years...she's a doll. And of course, we hope Allie will be a "Future DDD" at LSU!
Thursday, April 8, 2010
31 weeks
I feel like a broken record, but I seriously cannot believe I only have 9 weeks of pregnancy left. It is unbelievable how fast this is flying by.
Last week I started going to the doctor every two weeks, which will continue until 36 weeks. As of my last appointment, I had gained 18 pounds over the course of 31 weeks...not too shabby for someone who eats whatever they want and never exercices!
Each week it seems like Allie not only grows, but gets stronger. Her "cute movements" I wrote about 10 weeks ago are no longer so "cute" - they are on the "violent" side now. When I lay on my side at night, it either totally cramps her style or she truly likes it because she goes nuts for what feels like minutes trying to get situated. I told Ben earlier in the week that it feels like she tickles my left side when going to bed - it's the oddest feeling. You can now visibly see leg and arm punches and head thrusts through my stomach...although it is often "violent" I must admit I love it. There are not too many things about this pregnancy I have not enjoyed.
This week marked a significant milestone in my pregnancy and job...I took my last "flight" until after maternity leave. While I must admit that I am one of those nerds who truly enjoys their job, I definitely did not shed any tears walking off the airplane last night in New Orleans. Carrying a basketball in your stomach through an airport that seems like it's miles long, dealing with baggage and shuttles, sleeping in hotel beds...it's all for the birds once you're this far along!
Another fun item this week - two of our good friends, Danielle and Will, welcomed their little girl into the world - Emma Ray. I had the pleasure of visiting the new family of 3 today (and Danielle's parents who were extremely sweet) which was great. Unfortunately, the Patrick's are leaving us for north Louisiana late next week, but it will be fun for all the new baby girls at the tailgate to grow up together.
Last week I started going to the doctor every two weeks, which will continue until 36 weeks. As of my last appointment, I had gained 18 pounds over the course of 31 weeks...not too shabby for someone who eats whatever they want and never exercices!
Each week it seems like Allie not only grows, but gets stronger. Her "cute movements" I wrote about 10 weeks ago are no longer so "cute" - they are on the "violent" side now. When I lay on my side at night, it either totally cramps her style or she truly likes it because she goes nuts for what feels like minutes trying to get situated. I told Ben earlier in the week that it feels like she tickles my left side when going to bed - it's the oddest feeling. You can now visibly see leg and arm punches and head thrusts through my stomach...although it is often "violent" I must admit I love it. There are not too many things about this pregnancy I have not enjoyed.
This week marked a significant milestone in my pregnancy and job...I took my last "flight" until after maternity leave. While I must admit that I am one of those nerds who truly enjoys their job, I definitely did not shed any tears walking off the airplane last night in New Orleans. Carrying a basketball in your stomach through an airport that seems like it's miles long, dealing with baggage and shuttles, sleeping in hotel beds...it's all for the birds once you're this far along!
Another fun item this week - two of our good friends, Danielle and Will, welcomed their little girl into the world - Emma Ray. I had the pleasure of visiting the new family of 3 today (and Danielle's parents who were extremely sweet) which was great. Unfortunately, the Patrick's are leaving us for north Louisiana late next week, but it will be fun for all the new baby girls at the tailgate to grow up together.
"The Slab"
Yesterday was a fairly exciting day for the Ross' - the slab for the addition was poured. You know you're old when you look forward to seeing a blob of concrete!
A large order of lumber was delivered today and the contractor said they would start framing tomorrow - we are on a roll!
Notice Roxy in the picture - the slab was still warm this morning so she was in love...
Our "supervisors" were hard at work ensuring Mr. Jay and Johnny worked efficiently...what a life.
A large order of lumber was delivered today and the contractor said they would start framing tomorrow - we are on a roll!
Notice Roxy in the picture - the slab was still warm this morning so she was in love...
Our "supervisors" were hard at work ensuring Mr. Jay and Johnny worked efficiently...what a life.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Our Constant Project...aka our HOUSE!
We bought an old home, built in 1954, in September 2008, remodeled the entire inside and moved in 7 weeks later. Yes, it was a large undertaking but we somehow succeeded in making it as quick as possible.
Ben and I constantly laugh because just as my parents have said many times - "old homes are a constant project" - they aren't kidding!
With the addition moving along in the backyard, we embarked on a landscape project in the front a couple months ago and finally finished today. After working 3-4 hours this morning, I took a couple pictures and moved them in my "House" folder. While I was showing Ben the new snapshots, I ran across the "before" picture below...it's amazing how far we have come in less than two years!
BEFORE
Notice the beautiful window units...no, we did not have central heat and air when we purchased the home. According to our neighbors, the original owner barely did a thing to the house and we've heard stories he even pulled up all the landscaping his wife had installed once she died. Doesn't he sound like a lovely man?
About the only "good" thing from this picture is the green grass...hopefully it looks as good this year.
Ben and I constantly laugh because just as my parents have said many times - "old homes are a constant project" - they aren't kidding!
With the addition moving along in the backyard, we embarked on a landscape project in the front a couple months ago and finally finished today. After working 3-4 hours this morning, I took a couple pictures and moved them in my "House" folder. While I was showing Ben the new snapshots, I ran across the "before" picture below...it's amazing how far we have come in less than two years!
BEFORE
Notice the beautiful window units...no, we did not have central heat and air when we purchased the home. According to our neighbors, the original owner barely did a thing to the house and we've heard stories he even pulled up all the landscaping his wife had installed once she died. Doesn't he sound like a lovely man?
About the only "good" thing from this picture is the green grass...hopefully it looks as good this year.
AFTER
I took this picture after our landscape additions this morning...it's hard to believe it's the same house!
Allie P's Updated Room Pics
I changed the curtains in Allie's room last week and received her chair so I thought I would post some updated pictures.
You can see where Mr. Toby has done a number on the window molding in Allie's room. Grandpa Butch comes to town next weekend so hopefully this will get fixed!
You can see where Mr. Toby has done a number on the window molding in Allie's room. Grandpa Butch comes to town next weekend so hopefully this will get fixed!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
30 weeks
My goodness, where does the time go? I am beginning to ask myself if I've seriously been pregnant for 30 weeks already. It's flying by!
I had a doctor's appointment Wednesday and everything looks great. According to my weekly update, Allie is right at 3 lbs. and 15 1/2 inches long. I think she is laying sideways and as close as possible to my lungs as I constantly lose my breath.
Here is Ben's bi-weekly picture that he took today - I look so tired!
I had a doctor's appointment Wednesday and everything looks great. According to my weekly update, Allie is right at 3 lbs. and 15 1/2 inches long. I think she is laying sideways and as close as possible to my lungs as I constantly lose my breath.
Here is Ben's bi-weekly picture that he took today - I look so tired!
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