To borrow a NASA term, we are "T minus 48 hours" from the birth of Mary Katherine! :)
Life will be different, as we know it, with a newborn around our home. My wife and I both have said that we don't think it has quite hit us yet.
One interesting story from church on Sunday. We had a wonderful group in to minister at our Women's Conference over the weekend. They also spoke at our morning services and led Praise and Worship. Their drummer was quite good and Mary Katherine was HOPPING around in Mommy's belly quite a bit during church!! :) I think she really enjoyed the high energy church service.
The group, called Chosen, is with Karen Wheaton Ministries. They are from Hamilton, AL. Their website can be accessed by going here. Karen's website is available by going here.
Monday, October 8, 2007
Friday, October 5, 2007
Doctor's Appointment
***Breaking Mommy News***
This puts her in the 90% percentile in relation to her size. Guess we're having a big ole baby!
We are scheduled to go in on Tuesday evening for preparation for a Wednesday delivery!!! :)
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Breaking 'MOMMY' News
*UPDATE*
Our Doctor has scheduled for Shawn to go in to the hospital on Tuesday evening, October 9th for induction on Wednesday morning, October 10th!!!!
Of course, we could before then if she goes into labor. :-) Keep on posting your guess in the comments section below!
My officemates have decided to try and guess Mary Katherine's birthdate and size.
The rest of you may also participate. Here is how:
From the gang at Lamar, here are the guesses:
Michael (daddy) 10/08 9lb 7oz
Brad 10/15 7lb 11oz
Ashley 10/06 9lb 4oz
Ron 10/05 8lb 5 oz
David 10/05 8lb 2oz
Helen 10/11 8lb 7oz
Danny 10/07 8lb 12oz
Shawn is doing well. She is definitely in that FINAL stage of being pregnant. Those of you ladies who've had children understand exactly what the 'final stage' is. She is quite a bit more tired than normal and tends to wake up several times throughout the night.
Our Doctor has scheduled for Shawn to go in to the hospital on Tuesday evening, October 9th for induction on Wednesday morning, October 10th!!!!
Of course, we could before then if she goes into labor. :-) Keep on posting your guess in the comments section below!
My officemates have decided to try and guess Mary Katherine's birthdate and size.
The rest of you may also participate. Here is how:
- In the comments section, put your FIRST name, DATE of her birth, and SIZE..that is, the amount she weighs at birth.
From the gang at Lamar, here are the guesses:
Michael (daddy) 10/08 9lb 7oz
Brad 10/15 7lb 11oz
Ashley 10/06 9lb 4oz
Ron 10/05 8lb 5 oz
David 10/05 8lb 2oz
Helen 10/11 8lb 7oz
Danny 10/07 8lb 12oz
Shawn is doing well. She is definitely in that FINAL stage of being pregnant. Those of you ladies who've had children understand exactly what the 'final stage' is. She is quite a bit more tired than normal and tends to wake up several times throughout the night.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Final Road Trip
Mommy took her final road trip today to see Mary Katherine's big sister compete in a Cross Country match in Smyrna, TN. While it was a short trip (just over 1 hour), the time in the car at 38 weeks pregnant is almost too much.
Kelsey finished 14th out of nearly 100 runners. Her time of 10 minutes and 44 seconds was a personal best today. Her team took home 3rd place honors out of 13 teams. Not bad for the first full season of Cross Country at her school!
We have another appointment this week with our OB Doc along with an ultrasound.
Kelsey finished 14th out of nearly 100 runners. Her time of 10 minutes and 44 seconds was a personal best today. Her team took home 3rd place honors out of 13 teams. Not bad for the first full season of Cross Country at her school!
We have another appointment this week with our OB Doc along with an ultrasound.
Friday, September 28, 2007
Friday Mommy Update
As I type this at 7:00 pm, my beautiful bride is napping! I am cooking dinner...well, Stouffers made dinner in some factory (Lasagna).
Anyway, all is well. She feels good, is all packed for the hospital when that time comes. I love my planner wife!
Anyway, all is well. She feels good, is all packed for the hospital when that time comes. I love my planner wife!
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Latest Doctor Visit
We had a nice visit today at the OB.
First off, Shawn had an ultrasound to measure the fluid. All was just fine. Also, they measure Mary Katherine's heart rate. It was good.
Next, we were taken to a room to measure movement, heat rate and contractions. Mary Katherine slept through the first half of these measurements, so it took a little longer. All was fine with this evaluation.
Finally, we saw a Midwife. She encouraged Shawn to 'take it easy', to put her feet up for at least one hour, three times daily. She encouraged her to take a break after getting home rather than just going right in to fixing dinner. She encouraged her to work less and relax more.
We are progressing nicely and are right on track. Next Friday, we go for an ultrasound that will measure Mary Katherine's size. That should be interesting! :)
First off, Shawn had an ultrasound to measure the fluid. All was just fine. Also, they measure Mary Katherine's heart rate. It was good.
Next, we were taken to a room to measure movement, heat rate and contractions. Mary Katherine slept through the first half of these measurements, so it took a little longer. All was fine with this evaluation.
Finally, we saw a Midwife. She encouraged Shawn to 'take it easy', to put her feet up for at least one hour, three times daily. She encouraged her to take a break after getting home rather than just going right in to fixing dinner. She encouraged her to work less and relax more.
We are progressing nicely and are right on track. Next Friday, we go for an ultrasound that will measure Mary Katherine's size. That should be interesting! :)
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Update from Mommy
Well, I am so thankful to be married to Michael! He's a blessing and has made pregnancy such fun as we've shared in lots of exciting moments. I am doing good and trying to get some rest when I can. The ol' feet are getting quite swollen...it's all normal.
Need a laugh: we met the other Dr. that works with our Dr. last week and he was super nice. I had only gained 1 pound since the week before and I was so proud...so I told the Dr. He said, "sweetie, I gained that at breakfast...you're doing just fine." SO....he was my new best friend for the day!
I got to see my Grandmom and Uncle Terry today! They came over with my mom and looked at Mary Katherine's room. My sister-in-law, Joyelle, made our baby a pillowcase dress from my Grandmom's antique pillowcase....it's beautiful! Made Gram happy to see that today.
Need a laugh: we met the other Dr. that works with our Dr. last week and he was super nice. I had only gained 1 pound since the week before and I was so proud...so I told the Dr. He said, "sweetie, I gained that at breakfast...you're doing just fine." SO....he was my new best friend for the day!
I got to see my Grandmom and Uncle Terry today! They came over with my mom and looked at Mary Katherine's room. My sister-in-law, Joyelle, made our baby a pillowcase dress from my Grandmom's antique pillowcase....it's beautiful! Made Gram happy to see that today.
Mommy Update
As we get closer, Shawn is taking some extra time off from work. Obviously, at almost 37 weeks pregnant, she isn't moving quite as fast and is needing MUCH MORE rest. I will continue to do whatever necessary to help her.
Doctor's appointment tomorrow morning. I will post an update as soon as I know something.
Any comments on the 'new look' of the blog???
Be blessed.
Doctor's appointment tomorrow morning. I will post an update as soon as I know something.
Any comments on the 'new look' of the blog???
Be blessed.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Mommy and Big Sister News
First off, a Mommy Update
We went to the Anesthesiologist office today and got an 'education' on what that was all about. If we come in to the hospital at 7 cm or more, it's a 'no-go' on an epidural. If, however, we're at 6 or less, that's fine and it's given (generally) around 5 cm. Hey, I was listening! :-)
Our next appointment with our OB Doc is on Thursday. We'll have an ultrasound, see our Doctor, and get hooked to the monitoring equipment. I mean my wife will get hooked up to the monitoring equipment. I'm guessing Mary Katherine will be in the 8+ lb. range on Thursday.
Big Sister Update
Mary Katherine's big sister, Kelsey, ran in a Cross Country match here in Cookeville today. Several teams from across Middle Tennessee participated. One of them was Central Middle School from Murfreesboro, TN. They are one of the top programs in the state. Kelsey finished 4th overall out of 53 runners, she was third on her team (which had the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place runners). Her team (in it's first year) finished first in the event while Central finished second. Central had finished first in the last two matches that Kelsey's school had participated. I'm really proud of Kelsey and her effort. She posted a time of 11:50, her fastest time ever on her home course.
We went to the Anesthesiologist office today and got an 'education' on what that was all about. If we come in to the hospital at 7 cm or more, it's a 'no-go' on an epidural. If, however, we're at 6 or less, that's fine and it's given (generally) around 5 cm. Hey, I was listening! :-)
Our next appointment with our OB Doc is on Thursday. We'll have an ultrasound, see our Doctor, and get hooked to the monitoring equipment. I mean my wife will get hooked up to the monitoring equipment. I'm guessing Mary Katherine will be in the 8+ lb. range on Thursday.
Big Sister Update
Mary Katherine's big sister, Kelsey, ran in a Cross Country match here in Cookeville today. Several teams from across Middle Tennessee participated. One of them was Central Middle School from Murfreesboro, TN. They are one of the top programs in the state. Kelsey finished 4th overall out of 53 runners, she was third on her team (which had the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place runners). Her team (in it's first year) finished first in the event while Central finished second. Central had finished first in the last two matches that Kelsey's school had participated. I'm really proud of Kelsey and her effort. She posted a time of 11:50, her fastest time ever on her home course.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Video Capability
One thing I was advised to purchase was a Camcorder. After doing my research AND consulting with my budgeting chief (that'd be my wife), we decided to purchase the Samsung SCDC173.
I've used a digital camera for a few years, but this is the first jump into video. We chose this one based on features. It had quite a few for the money. Also, it records on mini DVDs. That'll help us pass them to family members! :)
By the way, we have a poll going on the right of this page. Guess the weight and register your vote!
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Saturday, September 8, 2007
Mommy Update!!!
Latest (as in 5 minutes ago) pictures of the happy mom!! :)
The happy couple in Chicago!
Opening presents!
Crib is finished!
Mommy w/sister in-law (she's the EXPERT seamstress!)
The happy couple in Chicago!
Opening presents!
Crib is finished!
Mommy w/sister in-law (she's the EXPERT seamstress!)
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