My weekend in cell phone pictures

Friday morning, Jeremiah and I went to Bearly Used, our local children's consignment shop. We were scouting for some things for the new baby! We didn't have much luck. I only came home with this one little piece, but the little deer is adorable, and it says "Mommy's Little Dear."

Then, I met up with Ashley for a girl's night while Jeremiah spent the night with his grandpa. I really needed that night. Ashley presented me with a special project she's been working on as an early graduation gift for me. She drew these from artwork that I fell in love with at Hobby Lobby and she framed them for me. I was so honored! They are gorgeous and I love them!

Then we went to one of my favorite restaurants, Fiesta Cancun. I had a Cancun Cheese Steak, one of my favorites.

And we decided, spur-of-the-moment, to go to a movie. We saw Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance in 3D. This was my first 3D movie. When I was a kid, DeeDee took me to Disney World and we saw a 3D movie with Michael Jackson. That was my only 3D experience! It was pretty neat to see, and it was also nice to have some un-planned fun. Made me feel young again!

Saturday was a lazy day at Mom & Dad's while Devan was at work. I finished up my PowerPoint homework and hung out at their house all day.

Today, the boys made a snowman. Devan, Tony, and Jeremiah all contributed. Jeremiah's contribution was the hat. It's the shell from his turtle sandbox.

We also took Jeremiah to the Depot Stove Gang Train Show at the school. It's one of the largest train shows in Illinois, it's free to get in, and the school is just a few blocks away, so we had no excuse not to go. Jeremiah loves trains, so he had a blast!

And my dogs hanging out on the chair in the garage. Tony brought this chair over so he would have a seat in our garage, as that is where the guys hang out. But my dogs took it over. Chudleigh is almost as big as Ares now!

And that's my weekend!

Christy's Daybook for February 23, 2012

This is linked with The Simple Woman's Daybook.

Outside my window... The snow is starting to fall, mixed with rain. What a weird winter it has been! We are expecting a snowstorm tonight, with snowfall of 4-8 inches. Fat white flakes are starting to come down, but it is still mostly raining. Feels much more like spring than winter!

I am thinking... About my ultrasound appointment today and how blessed I am to have my sweet little family. Devan, Jeremiah, Mom & Dad accompanied me to the appointment, where we were introduced to our baby girl! Aunt Kim says we are breaking the Youtzy tradition. Dad had three boys, Aunt Kim had 3 girls, and Devan's Aunt Lauren had 2 girls. Devan's brother Derrick has 3 girls, his cousin Stacia has 3 girls, and his cousin Wendy has 3 boys. It's all or nothing in this family. And, being the rebels we are, we are having one of each. That means we get the best of both worlds!

I am thankful... For family and friends that were with me today and those that weren't at the appointment that sent me text messages and Facebook comments sharing their excitement for me! I am thankful that I am surrounded by good people that care about me and share in my joy.

In the kitchen... Chocolate chip cookies to be baked later this afternoon. And fish sticks. With horseradish sauce. For me.

I am wearing... My standard uniform. Blue jeans and a hoodie!

I am creating... Does shopping count as creating? Because I am drooling over Etsy shops with the most beautiful frilly pink dresses, tutus, and soft plush baby blankets.

I am going... Absolutely nowhere in this weather!

I am wondering... What my baby girl will be like as she grows. Will she be a tomboy? Will she be a girly girl? Will she love horses like I do? Will she love to read? What will she be when she grows up?

I am reading... Whichever book Jeremiah brings me to read next!

I am looking forward to... Oh, goodness. Where to start? The baby's birth in July. Show season coming up. Taking Jeremiah to see The Lorax when it comes out on Dr. Seuss's birthday! Taking Jeremiah to Disney on Ice. My graduation from college and my graduation party. My family and friends coming from great distances to enjoy my party. A Mississippi River dinner cruise to celebrate graduating! A Mother's Day trip to Frankenmuth with my mother-in-law. The Midwest Horse Fair. Going to Medieval Times for Devan's birthday in May. Trout fishing. Spring turkey season for Devan! Hunting for antler sheds. Hunting for morels mushroom. Working with Chudleigh so that he can compete in field trials next year. Trail rides at the lake. Camping trips. Picnics. Riding in the Cheese Days parade and in the Fall Festival parade! Jeremiah starting hockey in the fall. Bonfires and cookouts. Good times with great friends. Ummm...I guess the short answer would be, a lot!

Around the house... Jeremiah is napping. I am lounging. When Jeremiah wakes up we will read some stories, bake our cookies, and get some supper.

One of my favorite things... Woeber's Horseradish Sauce. (On anything!)

A favorite quote for today... "A baby is God's opinion that the world should go on." ~Carl Sandburg

No picture to share today. Ultrasound pictures will be coming!

Where has my baby gone?

This morning (it's midnight now, and I can't sleep!), I am going to the doctor for an ultrasound to find out if our baby is a boy or a girl. And thinking about the new baby made me think about my big boy. So I decided to post a few pictures of my little Jman when he was very small.

We have a feeling it's a girl! That's our guess for right now! Dad really wants another boy. Mom & Dad will be meeting us at the doctor's office tomorrow morning, bright and early, to be there for the big reveal.

Michigan Girl

Happy Third Birthday, Ares!

Ares celebrates his birthday on the same day as my little brother - February 18. This is Ares the day we brought him home. I can't believe how little he seemed and how big his collar was. I don't remember him being so small!

He was smaller than Tyson! Boy, are those days gone!

Hiking on the Jane Adam's Trail.

Somebody got in the garbage! Who could it be?

(That's flour!!)

Kyle bought Ares' sister. Her name was Sasha. She was hit by a car and sadly, she didn't get to live a very long life.

Boys and their dogs.

At my yard sale.

After a bath.

Happy Birthday, Dog-Dog!