Showers and Gifts!

So far, I have had two baby showers (with one more to go next weekend) and have received so many wonderful gifts from people! We have been so blessed by how people have given to us -- both shower gifts and hand-me-downs (swing, infant car seat, bassinet, stroller, etc). Here are some pictures of our showers, and please forgive me, they are in random order -- too hard and time-consuming to get them in a good order (at least for me :).


This is the cake at my school shower. It is absolutely adorable! One of the interpreters (and a dear friend) made it herself. She is so talented in making cakes. And it was wonderful -- extra pound gained here :)


A Thomas Kincade puzzle I got for Christmas (I love framing puzzles) that we (mostly Nate) finished recently. After we glue and frame, it will be going up in Tristan's room. We thought it would go well with the deer head and antlers that are already hanging up in his room :) He is destined to be an outdoor-sy boy!


This was my cake at my home church. So cute and so good! 2nd extra pound gained here :)


Here is Nate and I standing behind our table at the shower at my home church. Aren't the decorations the cutest?!


This is the quilt that my grandmother (Mamaw) made for me. It is so beautiful and I had no idea she was making me a quilt, so it was a wonderful surprise. Definitely one we will preserve and cherish!


One of my co-workers (the deaf ed teacher that took over my job after I left) made this blanket and door hanging thing for me. It is a soft cowhide fabric on one side as well as a cowboy pattern on the other side. She also made a bib just like the blanket, but I may be too scared to use it -- too cute to mess up!


This is at my home church's shower. Blurry picture, but I still wanted to post it. It is of all the pregnant women at my shower :) I'm first, due in March. Shannan, my sister, is second and due in April. One of my dearest friends since I've been little is third, due in May. And last, but not least, is my college roommate pregnant with twins (girls, we think!), due in July.


These are two of my college roommates who came from Canton and Dallas to the shower. It was great to see them! I've only seen them once since my wedding.


Some cute clothes -- I think the "totally handsome" and the frog outfit is just adorable :)


Some more cute clothes -- I just love the John Deere outfit!


This is Nathan's and my favorite gift! Camo cowboy boots -- it just can't get any better than that!


And lastly, my 34 week picture. I'm definitely growing now! Luckily, I'm still feeling great and little Tristan is not causing me any problems or any real aches. He's such a good baby already!

Big or Small Baby?!

Well, I had always been told that you will give birth to a baby similar to the size you were when you were born. Well, for me, that was 8 lb 13 oz. But everyone has been telling me how small I am for this far along (34 weeks yesterday), even had a friend (nurse) estimate the final weight to be 5.12, and I started thinking that maybe I might, after all, have a small baby. I mean, so far I've only gained 22 lbs (ok...4 lbs in the past two weeks -- must slow down on the baby shower cakes now!). However, I went to the doctor yesterday and asked her if it is possible to guess the weight of the baby so far. Without even thinking twice, she said "6 lbs". What?! Isn't that the size of a regular full-term baby?! Then she said "And from here on out, he can gain 1/2 lb a week, but hopefully he won't." So, calculating that...I could be having a 9 lb baby -- if I'm not overdue! She said my height hides him well, and that he is probably a long baby as well -- taking after Mom and Dad :) Good thing is, I've heard that the bigger the baby, the quicker they sleep through the night because their stomachs can hold more milk and they don't get as hungry as smaller babies. Hopefully that is right! 6 more weeks...crazy!

I have had two showers so far -- one at my home church and one at school. Both were so much fun and we got lots of great stuff! I hope to post pictures up soon. Right now, due to our internet problems, it's not possible to download pictures. Maybe this weekend, so be sure to check back :)

Decorating the Nursery :)

So, I'm 33 weeks on Wednesday, and finally getting something done to the nursery! It's about time, huh?! We debated on a John Deere theme or a camo theme -- camo won out since it was easier to find. If you know me, I like doing things the easy way :) But, we still have some John Deere touches in the room. Both are green, so they compliment each other, at least I think! Anyways, here are some pictures to help you visualize Tristan's room so far:


Our 2nd crib (first one went back to the store -- mattress wouldn't fit!) with all the camo bedding and decor that came along with it. Isn't it just perfect for a little boy?! We actually like this crib much better than the first. Matches the bedding much better.


The curtains that came with bedding. A little short, but again, we're not picky :)


Nathan's deer head (the rest of him is in our freezer, of course!) that looks directly into the crib (from the opposite wall) -- Nate says to watch over Tristan. It may sound a little creepy, but it's actually cute in the room. Gives it an outdoor feel.


Not room decor, but Nate's mom gave this to us recently -- isn't it the cutest stocking?!


My mom gave this to us recently. They are so perfect. Camo fits the room, Nate loves fishing, and we live at a camp! Couldn't have fit us better :)


Ok, again, not the best picture, but here I am at 32 weeks. I'm growing, but I still don't feel this far along. I guess I always thought pregnancy would feel more like pregnancy...if that makes sense! I feel quite normal, except for the belly pooch, the additional 18 or so pounds, and the occasional kicks and squirms. He's definitely in there, but he's been a really good baby so far -- just hope that continues once he is born!