Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree!

This my friends is our Christmas tree!  For our first two Christmases married anyway.  Yes it reminds me of a Charlie Brown tree but it has way more ornaments and character!  The first time Riley saw it this year she said, "Where did all the leaves go?"  Ha! 

And here I am as big as our tree;)

Next year we will have a big and beautiful tree but for now we love this one just as well! 

I sent Kelly this picture because she sent me this shirt as a "happy gift."  The shirt is perfect!  Of course she said, "You're beautiful, love the shirt!  But the tree on the other hand...."  Character people, it's all about the character!

Fun with Wesley

I saw this picture before I was pregnant and I thought it strange and kind of weird then.  Is it real?  I don't know.  But the more I look at it the more I think it is so cool.  I haven't seen Wesley do anything quite like this but it sure feels like my belly should look like this many times throughout the day.  She kicks and punches a little but mostly the movement I feel, I would describe as stretching.  We have gotten so tickled at her.  Especially in the evening and at night.  Scott will say, "Oh yeah, that's definitely a foot!"  If anything like this ever came up, we would never be quick enough to catch a picture.   

 

I love her kicks and even her hiccups!  Keep 'em coming!  They are very reassuring. 

Christmas gifts

Anybody looking for good Christmas gift ideas???  I always am...for me and everyone we love to give a gift.  I don't really have that one thing I am so excited about.  So this year my list will probably include anything to do with baby.  We need it all!  But last year, I asked for and received a gift that I still l-o-v-e.

It is called the Clarisonic skin brush.  I got the Mia 2.  Look at all the fun colors!  You can use it with any type of facial soap.  It takes off makeup and leaves my skin feeling so fresh and so clean.  It is probably not on Oprah's favorite things but it should be!!!  Sure wish Clarisonic would read this post.  Maybe then I could get hooked up with one in every color.  Then I could hook you up!

 

My favorite niece wrote a letter to Santa and is asking him for a puppy.  Of course she asked him to "try and get the cutest and most well behaved one."  She says she will guard it with her life and even train it...she further asked him to bring her brother a fire truck, helicopter, and any kind of truck.  Isn't she thoughtful???

 

I want someone to get this and then let me know if it's worth it.

I have so many pictures on my phone and I'm one of the worlds worst about taking pictures and never sharing them or even printing them.  This makes it look so easy!

 

I found this little item on pinterest and thought it was pretty and unique.  Perfect idea for someone who loves monogramming.

 

With all of this I've said, I hope we all remember the true reason for the season.  And first and foremost celebrate His birthday and pray for health and happiness for our friends and family.  It is still so much fun to have a wish list of our own.  Even if our Dad's don't approve of a puppy! That was for you Bryan.

 

 

 

 

What's Going on in Our World Part II

Me and Scott are so proud to introduce

Wesley Kay Hines

.......isn't she beautiful?!?  Of course she's come a long way from this picture.  This first ultrasound debut was at 10 weeks.

And then here she is at about 25 weeks

 

 

 Look at those cheeks!  That's a lot of what I've been doing lately and Scott has been working so hard at building our house and hunting deer.  Sorry that my pictures of pictures are blurry but we can't wait to share more that will be better quality soon.  Wesley's tentative birthday is Jan 27.  That's 8 weeks away folks!!  So many fun and exciting things between now and then, I think time will fly!
Meanwhile, I'm busy building a baby registry, picking out baby furniture and creating a temporary nursery while her permanent nursery is being finished.

 So far she has a beautiful crib (pictures soon), dresser/changing table and the rocker Mom and Dad used with me and Bryan.  Oh, and a few of my old dresses Mom kept for me to use for her one day:).
It's all very exciting!!!!

What's going on in our world. Part 1

Look at what we've been doing the past few months! Scott has been working so hard on our new house. He's my most favorite contractor ever! I am so proud of how it's coming along!

The land clearing began in May although Dad helped us begin cleaning up the land last January.

Moving on to July.  Look close.  I am standing where our front door will eventually be. 

Here we are with studs in August.

This is a week or so ago.  It's a slow progression for us but I'm told we cannot rush perfection;)  They have actually started laying brick and will begin sheet rock inside next week.  Woo hoo! I can't wait to post a final picture some day.  We will have a lot more important things to post about between now and then if you know what I mean!  Stay tuned for "What's going on in our world, Part II."

 

And because I can't get enough of these two...here they are again.  Loving on each other as they usually do. 

Have a good week!!

Razorback Football.....

So maybe this season has been a little upsetting to say the least!  It's almost over.  But I'm still a hog fan and have decided to post some of my favorite game day pictures.

This is mine and Gams favorite part of Razorback football games.  We will never forget to cheer along with the band and cheerleaders at this 4th quarter tradition...even if they are clear across the field from us and everyone looks at us funny!

 

If you're not napping from black Friday shopping and you're still a hog fan, tune in today with kick off @1:30 on CBS.

WPS!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Today is such a good day! I'm sitting here watching Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. I am reminded how much I have to be thankful for everyday. I have wonderful family and friends, who I hope will enjoy my blog;) I would love to share recent pictures of some of the people I thank God for today if you don't mind!

First, this guy makes me smile everyday!  He has seen me through some tough days and nights lately.  Do you like his beard?  I do...sometimes:)
 

And this guy is the #1 Dad and Poppa!  I can't wait for him to become a Poppa again!

 

I grew up with this girl. To say we go way back is an understatement!  She is so good to me and I'm pretty sure we can read each others thoughts!

 

 

This group of people are all really special.  We have such great times together and I wouldn't trade any of them for anything!  Right in the center, is the best mother in law anyone could ever dream of having!  There are not enough words to express how grateful I am to have and have had such wonderful examples of motherly love!

 

So the last picture is as recent as I can find of my brother, Bryan, and sis in law, Kelly.  It was taken this summer on vacation at Myrtle Beach.  We all had a great time! These two people support me in more ways than they maybe realize.  Couldn't make it a day without them!

 

 

 

 

Thank you for reading this Thanksgiving Day post!  I love talking about the people I am most thankful to have in my life.  And how great is it that there are so many more?...and you each have such an impact in my life.  I love you all!!!

 

 

P.S.  You didn't think I'd finish this post without mentioning these two did you?    Just look at them.  How could you not thank God for them every day?  You brought so much joy to Mom's life and I can't say anything different for myself!