20 weeks

This week has been a rough one. Glad that it has passed and onto the next!

The Belly:

Hi Point: Nick was able to feel the baby's kicks for the first time. ButterBean seems to be very active in the evenings and the kicks are finally getting strong enough to feel from the outside.

Lo Point: Again with the horomones. This is definitely my "blue baby". I remember crying when I was really stressed with work and being pregnant, plus worrying about preterm labor with Lilly-Belle, but this is different. The tears flow often and for many reasons or for no reason at all. I've pretty much given up mascara lately.

Siblings: Both are anxious for their turn to feel the baby kick! They will put their little hands on my belly, but they seem to have a calming effect on ButterBean. I'm sure it won't be long before they have their turn though!

They also started their art project for the nursery. Here are a few pics:

I'll post more once we finish their frames.

Cravings: Old Fashioned Cherry Cokes from the Drugstore, Pecan Pie from the Monk, and Pet Vanilla Icecream (very specific)

Lbs: +16

Looking Forward To: Just enjoying feeling this little on grow!


 

It's Okay...

 
Today I'm linking up with Neely @ A Complete Waste of Makeup and Amber @ Brunch with Amber for their weekly "It's Okay" series. This is what's okay in my world right now...

It's okay... to eat nothing but icecream and noodles because you just had a wisdom tooth pulled.

It's okay... to not care what kind of mess the babes are making upstairs because they're playing quietly and nicely together.

It's okay... to squeeze in a catnap whenever you can.

It's okay... to fill online shopping carts with things you like, but never buy any of it.

It's okay... to be concerned for people you've only ever met through the blog world. Sending hugs to Neely and Brittany.

This list could go on forever, but I'm going to stop at 5 because that's my favorite number. Happy Little Friday!

 

Blog Star...Meet Southern Belle Mama

This is my second time linking up with Mrs. Monologues for the Blog Star series. A big thank you to her and her co-hosts for sharing this linkup with us!!

Here is a link to my first Blog Star post, and so as not to completely repeat myself from last month, I'll share 5 things I like to blog about or describe my blog style.

#1. I love to blog about my babes...Colson, Lilly-Belle, and ButterBean on the way.

#2. I have a certain affinity for ellipsis (...) and exclamation points (!). Sideways smileys are often found in my posts and in the comments I leave. :)

#3. I am proud to be a southern girl! One thing I'm most proud of is our food and although I do eat real meals, there is a special place in my heart for sweets!
Rose's Brownies
Mamaw's Pound Cake
Southern Banana Puddin'

Just don't try to make biscuits like me...you will not be impressed! They still need some work.
Mamaw's Biscuits

#4. I blogged about my Life List last year and will be writing an updated post to share all of the things I've crossed off the list since last July.

#5. I am hosting my very first Blog Sale...up for sale are items by Dooney & Bourke, Michael Kors, TOMS, Thirty-One, Dansko and more. I'd love to have you come shop! (excuse the shameless plug)

Just a bit about me. I can't wait to read more about you!


 

19 weeks

My 19th week ends today. Tomorrow I'm officially half way there! WooHoo!


The Belly:

Hi Point: We officially started setting up the nursery. The crib arrived on Wednesday and Nick and Colson put it together while Lilly-Belle and I napped (such sweeties!). They know us ladies need our beauty rest!

Mama also bought ButterBean a new diaper bag. This kid will be stylin'!

 

Petunia Pickle Bottom Moonlit Moments Sashay Satchel

Thank You Mama!

Lo Point: Feeling the need to slow down. A quick trip to eat and do a little shopping for the children/baby with my Mama this weekend was more tiring than it should be. I'm beginning to feel like I need to hold my belly up and I don't like that feeling. I'm carrying this one really low...boy maybe??

Siblings: Colson has been full of questions this week: "Is the baby sleeping?" "Is he kicking you now...does it hurt?" "How much longer till it pops out?"

Lilly-Belle has decided that she no longer wants to be a big girl. We were riding in the car and out of nowhere she proclaimed that she wanted to "grow little and be a baby". She also decided she needed to suck on the paci we bought ButterBean the other night. Bless her heart!

WubbaNub Elephant Paci

Cravings: Nothing really this week. Strange...

Lbs: +16

Looking Forward To: Continuing to work on the nursery. I have most everything I need...with the exception of a rug. I found this one that is perfect, but I don't think it's quite in our budget. I still have time to find one. :)

Pottery Barn Elephant Round Rug

 

With An Accent

Last week Tara at Fabulous But Evil did a pretty polish with an accent glitter nail. I was inspired to try it (even if my Mama gave me a strange look). Here's my version:

Neutral: Essie Glamour Purse  Accent Color: Essie Peach Daiquiri

 

Yes, I'm An Olympian

Well, I could be. Probably not in any type of athletic event, but I could definitely medal in the following events:

Eating Chocolate Iced Doughnuts...especially if they are from Krispy Kreme!

Shopping for Handbags, Shoes, and Accessories. What can I say, I'm a triathlete! If I were going for the Gold, I'd buy these...
Burberry House Check Tote

Christian Louboutin Pumps

 Slane and Slane Bee Pendant

Doing Fountas and Pinnell Running Records. I train for this event daily, but the summer is my off season. Even then, I occasionally practice on Colson to keep my skills sharp.

There is one event that I'd especially love to get a gold medal in...parenting. Sadly, I think even the best competitors in this event barely break bronze. All we can do is try hard and love them the best way we know how. In return, we get the best reward of all. They love us back!

What events would you medal in? Everyone's an Olympian!

 

18 weeks

18 weeks...here we go!

The Belly:

Hi Point: Having my mid-term ultrasound. You know the one...where you get to find out if it's a boy or girl. Except we didn't. This one's going to be a surprise! We did get to see our sweet little baby snuggled up in my belly though!

 Facing the back. Using the placenta as a pillow.

 The best profile we could get. This baby wouldn't budge!

All snuggled up! That's a leg in front of the face and a foot up top.

Lo Point: See (Lbs). The weight gain and general growth of my belly is getting a bit uncomfortable. Mostly during sleep, but also if I have to sit for a long time. This doesn't bode well for the upcoming months.

Siblings:We had several playdates with friends who have little babies (3-4 months) and Lilly-Belle was fascinated with them! She loved helping feed one of them, and the other she offered her lovey to for snuggling. I hope she's as tender and sweet with her own little baby brother or sister.

Cravings: English Muffins with butter and honey. I had one every morning this week for breakfast.

Lbs: +15 I knew it was coming!

Looking Forward To: The crib arriving this week! I am ready to get started setting up the nursery.