just for you, Owen

I think I can say that we are finally done with Owen's room. I am sure there are still a few things to do, and to add, but for the most part it is done! I am so excited, and can't wait to bring home my little man! We have prayed over every part of this room, imagining the day we will bring him home. And that day will be here before we know it !

Here is his bed. I love that little "ugly" monster. I think its cute!

My mom gave us that little horse. It is so cute. His head, ears, and tail move when you press his ears. He even makes horse noises. I know he will love playing on this and pretending to be a cowboy!

I have been sitting in this chair constantly since we received it. Rocking back and forth, just imagining him in my arms. I don't care that those will be nights of little sleep. It is all worth it, because I will be sitting there with Owen!

Soon, a little baby boy will be in this room. I can't wait until he comes!

ok. i can do this.

Do you know what is the one and only thing I don't like about winter? The only thing?

Things like this have to happen. http://goteametter.blogspot.com/2009/02/wake-up-call.html

heart

My LOVELY and talented friend Kim Hawkins is a photographer, and she took our pictures this past Sunday. I am so grateful for her. I love the pictures. I have been really hesitant about having my picture taken while pregnant, but I knew I would regret not having any done, especially in these Last few weeks. It will be fun to look back and see how pregnant I was.

Here is a link to her blog to see the photo shoot.

Isn't she super talented? She is also funny, and sweet. Call her to do your pictures, you will not regret it!

I LOVE YOU KH!

brighter than sunshine

Today is my love's birthday. I could not have asked for a more wonderful man and husband. He is definitely more of a gift to me than I could have ever imagined. And I know he is a gift and blessing to all those who know him.

Love,

You make me smile everyday. You make me love you everyday. You make me so happy to be your wife. And you made me a mother. Sometimes I think I could not love you more. But everyday I do. Happy birthday, my love. You deserve every happiness that one could possibly receive.

Love,

Amanda (and Owen)

37 weeks & 4 days

Hello Sweet Baby!

You are now 37 weeks and 4 days old. You are full grown, and if you came today everything would be ok. Your organs, bones, lungs, and all are fully developed. Oh my goodness. I don't know what I would do with myself if you came today. I just might pass out.

The Lord knew what He was doing when He designed pregnancy for 40 weeks. It's the perfect amount of time for you to grow, and get strong, and the perfect amount of time for a crazy woman like me to get adjusted to the THOUGHT of being a mommy soon.

I knew He would make me a mother one day. Just like I knew He would bring me a husband to love and take care of for the rest of my life. A husband to start a family with. Just like your daddy and I dated to get to know each other before we were married, I feel like you and I have been dating. Getting used to you being here, and thinking and praying about that magical day you would be here. Preparing for your arrival.

I am so excited I can barely stand it. I can't wait to see you, feel you, smell you, and love on you even more than I do right now. I know my definition of love with be completely rewritten when you arrive. A love I have never known or felt. A love that I am know I am ready for.

How great is our God that He gives us this miraculous gift of love. Love for our families, friends, love for your spouse, love for Him, and love for our children. So many blessings in one little word.

I love you more than you will ever know. And I can't wait until the day we see your precious face.

All my love.

wishing, & hoping, & thinking, & praying

I feel that's all I've been doing lately. Which isn't a bad thing, right. I feel like I am just sitting around twiddling my thumbs. And waiting. Oh, and answering people on when this baby is arriving. I am going to get a shirt screen printed that has my due date on it. And the back it is going to say, "No, I am not feeling miserable, I am just big. Leave me alone."

Man, do I look miserable just because I am this big. I don't feel it. Ok, maybe that was a miserable comment.

What kills me is that this baby could technically come at any minute now, and not everything is done, or packed, or taken care of. That is not me. I would have rather everything be completed the day we found out we were pregnant. Hahahaha, yeah right.

I counted last night, in the middle of my non-sleep things left to do:

1. Need: bedding to arrive (still waiting)

2. Need: glider to arrive (still waiting)

3. Need: wall shelf to arrive (just ordered yesterday)

4. Hang Owen Canvas on wall

5. Arrange other 2 pictures and shelf on wall

6. Put car seat in the car (pick that up on Friday)

7. Need: end table for your chair (waiting for that to be completed)

Technically, that's all I really want done before he gets here. Technically.

Now Owen, as much as I want you here ASAP I need you to take the following into consideration. One, I need to get the above accomplished. And two, I want you to keep growing big and strong. So just keep cooking and we will see you when you are ready. December 4th at the latest. I finally got Dr. Tadvick to pull out that calendar and give me a date if you aren't here by the 30th.

mac love

Do you know why I love our iMac?

Because every time I check the weather, I have a little sticky message from my love. 

fall-licious

I haven't posted these pictures of our fall for two reasons: I am apparently lazy, and am getting ready for a baby. The latter is really all you should worry about. 

Our good, wonderful , and sweet friends the Jennings had their second child, Maggie Rose a week ago this past Friday. She is beautiful. Just beautiful. Look at her! It was a great day. Once mom and dad were at the hospital I got to play with their oldest, Hunter all morning long until we could go to the hospital to see mom. We were busy, fighting, hunting, and slaying dragons. Then we visited Mitchell at his band hall. All Hunter wanted to do was play the cymbals. He got to play the cymbals and drums!

We had so much fun and are so grateful for the beautiful little life that Maggie is. Thank you Lord for this new baby! 

oh night devin

I am listening to Christmas music. Is it too soon? It gets me in the mood for peppermint hot chocolate, a big tree, and celebrating with Owen.

AHHHHHHHHHHHH, I can't wait any longer.

prayer today

Come and listen, all you who fear God; let me tell you what He has done for me.

I cried out to him with my mouth; His praise was on my tongue.

If I had cherished sin in my heart,the Lord would not have listened;

But God has surely listened and heard my voice in prayer.

Praise be to God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me!

Psalm 66:16-20