The Team Shot

Texas Rangers

Lawson is on bottom left

Heartbeat and H1N1

Had an OBGYN appointment today.

Had a scare at 1st, because she couldn't find the heartbeat with the doppler. So, she took me into the sonogram room and did a quick one. Baby was just in an awkward position to find the heartbeat, but it was found!! Heartbeat is 154 (range is 120-180, that's right in the average). And since I had a surprise sonogram done, I got to see the baby's face and see the legs kicking around :)
Made an appointment in 2 weeks to have the anatomy/gender sonogram. Excited for that!!!
Had some blood work done today, and also got my H1N1 shot!!! At least now I have one less thing to worry about (getting the flu). Apparantly swine flu takes a toll on pregnant women, and many of them die.

Little Ranger

Lawson's official T-ball picture

Texas Rangers

Got his trophy last night!

Last game on Saturday.

He loved it, and did great!

(and looked adorable playing!)

The Ultimate Ramen Experience

A sweet friend of mine from MOPS/church, Jenny, entered a recipe in a Pei Wei (Facebook) contest. (If you don't know what Pei Wei is, find out, you're missing it!)

Well, she ended up winning. Her big prize was the "Ultimate Ramen Experience" for her and 9 friends. She decided to have a drawing of people that voted for her and were interested in attending with her. Well, I voted, and my name was drawn out of her 50 or so names that she had. I actually won something!!

So, last night.... The top Pei Wei corporate chefs came in to cook for US.... Our party of 10 was treated like royalty, not to mention we were each served a $100.00 dish of Lobster and Kobe steak! Also, a never ending stream of appetizers beforehand. We left with souvenir chopsticks and a gift card each.... It was so much fun and a great memory!! This picture is of me, Jenny (the winner), and Corrie another MOPS friend.

You can read a little about her Pei Wei adventure on her blog.

And see her three cute boys right here:

http://jjandtheboys.blogspot.com/

Thanks Jenny!

Drama Camp

Lincoln has taken an interest in Drama/Theatre at school.
This weekend he will be going to a Drama Workshop at our High School.
The HS drama students and teachers are doing a half day workshop for kids K-8th.
They are going to have a fun filled day of skits, games, costumes, dance, movement, etc...
The parents get to come at the last 30 minutes to watch a performance of Beauty and the Beast with the kids performing.
He's excited, and I have to admit it will feel strange to me dropping him off at the High School!

Another Baby???

Congratulations to my much younger sister (Jen) and her hubby (Mark)....

They are expecting their 1st baby in May!!

We are so excited because our babies will be just about 3-4 weeks apart.

The cousins are going to have fun growing up with each other!

You can check out her blog for yourself:

Jen's Blog

Our Halloween

We had a fun and eventful Halloween. T-ball game, Grandpa Lucek and Auntie Sue Sue visiting from out of town, Win Kids festival, cook out at home, lot's of Trick or Treating. To top it all off, Lawson has a bad case of poison ivy. Looking forward to a more relaxing day today!

The Pirate!! Arrrrgggg

Lincoln digging through his loot, aka one of the favorite parts of Halloween.

The pirate and his Auntie Sue Sue

Grandpa Lucek visiting from Illinois.

The "throwing up" Jack o Lantern. That's as "gory" as we get!

Fort Worth Air Show

Ron took the boys to the Fort Worth air show. They got to see the blue Angels and lot's of other exciting shows.

I, on the other hand, got to stay home and "relax" a bit.

Trunks

Trunk or Treating at Lawson's preschool. For those of you not familiar with "trunk or treating"... Common church thing to do....All cars line up in parking lot, open and decorate their trunks, and kids get to go from car to car. It's a fun, safe, and pretty quick version of trick or treating!

Painted Pumpkins

Pumpkin painting class at our local Art House.

The boys thought they were making "scaaary" pumpkins.

Spike

Lincoln and his new pet hamster, Spike. He doesn't bite anymore, but he poops on you!

Poll Results

According to the friends, family, and random people that voted on my poll.... looks like we will be having a 3rd boy. I'll let you know in a couple of weeks!!! (Don't have sono scheduled yet but it will be the beginning of November).

Proofs

Lawson's preschool picture proofs. Any favorites? I'm thinking #4...

Pumpkin Party

Lawson's playgroup, Halloween party at the pumkin patch.

Noone is looking, but here is Lawson and his playgroup. This is the best I got, hope one of the other moms has something better. Trying to get 4 3 yr old to pose, wow. This is Aaron, Sydney, and Lexi.

The Hayride!

Hunting Trip

Ron and Lincoln are taking a trip in November!
They are going to upstate New York for opening hunting day with Ron's dad (Papa Paul).
A five year old, hunting??? It's going to be a memory maker...especially since it will be cold cold cold!! So, my mission right now is to gather up all the neccesary clothes that Lincoln will need!

Pooh & Skunk

My boys!!

Winnie the Pooh and The Skunk.

Heading to a Birthday/Halloween party for a friend of Lawson's from preschool.

Lawson has "costume issue's". This was costume #4 he was wearing in 10 minutes. All costume's "itch" him or are just too uncomfortable. He's just one of those. Pooh wasn't the tough super hero he wanted to be, but it won for the most tolerable. It lasted on him for 30 minutes before he just had to have it off. So much for the pirate costume I bought him! How are we going to make it through Trick or Treating?

Tpy-o

You can't edit a poll once there are votes, and I have a typ-o!
I'm sure you have figured out that I mean that you are voting for what you THINK we are having, and not HOPING that we are having (ok ok ok, we all know what you are HOPING we are having, that's obvious...)
Loving it, right now my poll is tied 5 to 5.
By the way, we are 100% absolutely excited if it's a boy OR a girl. For obvious reasons, it would be awesome to have a girl, BUT 3 boys: how fun would that be? I know I love boys, and know how to be a boy mom, and can you imagine all 3 brothers growing up together??? But then again, all those ruffles and pink bows, blonde curls on a girl??? I'm torn either way. Just looking forward to finding out.
I'ts 65 and sunny, I'm going outside!

Poll

Don't forget to cast your vote on my poll!!!

Time at Kinder

Today I got to help out in Lincoln's classroom. His teacher was doing testing, so I got to monitor and help out the kids with their class assignment. I've done my share of substitute teaching in my past, so it was natural for me to be helping the class. I'm going back next week, and will probably work this hour in as a regular "volunteer".
My hour in the kindergarten was pretty interesting. Let's just say I've learned which kids that won't be invited to Lincoln's "drop off" birthday party! Not that Lincoln would have invited any misbehaved kids..... It's amazing how just one misbehaved child can be such a distraction to the learning environment in a classroom. I feel for those teachers that have to spend the majority of the time dealing with one or two disruptive kids instead of focussing on the well behaved, eager to learn students. Public school! Needless to say, I'm very happy with Lincoln's school and with his teacher. I was also very proud of Lincoln in class today, he's probably every teachers dream student!

What Falls in the Fall

Lincoln had to pick a poem out of several Fall poems, memorize it at home, and recite it at school today. Here he is reciting his poem, What Falls in the Fall.

Spike

Lincoln got a new hamster, his name is Spike.

He is pretty entertaining to watch, but so far I'm not sure if he will ever be able to hold him.

He bites.

Flu Shots Done, Check

Every year, the boys and I get flu shots. Pretty routine, no problems. For some reason, this year I have been bombarded with emails and discussions about why people don't agree with flu shots. I guess I never realized it was such a controversal topic.
Well, I got my flu shot and the boys got Flu Mist. So there. Now I feel as if I have to "justify" it! The flu right now is rampant at their schools, and all around the town. I'm pregnant, and well since so many other other kids are NOT getting the flu shot, that means the flu is going to continue to go around. Well, I did my research and where I stand on the flu shot is, just get it! Hey, who wants to get the flu? We don't, and now we are a higher percentage immune to it. And I feel good about my decision to protect us as well as I can.
Good Luck!
So, now my next decision is if I should get the H1N1 vaccine. Apparantly, 1 out of 3 women who are pregnant who get the Swine Flu die. Hey this is serious! I'd rather suffer the vaccine side effects than Die! My OBGYN is encouraging me to get it. And so far, I haven't seen any reason not to, but I'm still deciding on this one!

$$$

Lincoln has $43.00 saved up from his allowance, tooth fairy money, etc. He's a good saver, he hasn't spent a dime. He asked if he could give the whole $43.00 to Church. I explained to him about 10% tithing, so he will give $4.00 and save up a bit more to buy a used Gameboy since his broke and he really misses it!

New Friend

Something I've learned about being a "Boy Mom"

Not to freak out when the boys find new "friends" and let them crawl all over them.

Lincoln got attached to this baby lizard before he got loose.

The Lincolnator

If you can make this picture larger,

it's funny b/c there is a mosquito right above his eye biting him!

The Calm After the Storm

After a day filled with sprinkles and drizzles, we had a huge storm in our area. 70mph winds along with Hail. The tornado alarms were going off, and we got a code red call. It came and went in about 30minutes. Afterwards, the sun came out so the boys went exploring and found lot's of interesting things like raging waters and trash cans floating down the road! (It was trash day today, and no one had brought in the cans yet so they were everywhere!)

Gain (??)

11 weeks:
Total weight gain:
Negative one pound!!

Missing Toy Piece

Surprisingly enough, tonight was the 1st time we have had to deal with an object up the nose. Lawson had a small plastic toy part so far up it could barely be seen, and he panicked when I got out the tweezers. Fortunately it came out before we had to make a trip to the ER. From what I've heard, if they get it up far enough they have to go to the hospital to get it removed.

Uncle Moses

Here are a few pictures of when Uncle Moses came to visit
Texas from Upstate New York, in July!!!

Hey Batter Batter, Swing

Team Picture Day.

Lawson is in front row, farthest to the left: the cute one.

Lawson's hit at this morning's game.

My Little Ranger

Lawson finally had his 1st T-ball game last night, after the 1st 3 being rained out. It was great, he loved it and did excellent. I almost forgot how "entertaining" it was to watch 3 yr olds play T-ball. I think everyone had a good laugh. I didn't really get any still pictures, because I was videotaping the game for Ron to watch since he was out of town. I dug up a picture of Lincoln's 1st T-ball game, he was also on the Rangers and was the same age... Similarities???

1st Picture is Lawson

Here's Lincoln...

lunch date

Lawson and I got to go up to Lincoln's school today, and have lunch together.

They both enjoyed that!

Where did he come up with this pose???

and the grainy blog pictures are back (???)

Getting Through It

I am 25% or 1/4 (10 out of 40 weeks) of the way through with this pregnancy. That is motivating!!
Yes, I am feeling completely and utterly miserable. That little baby is causing me trouble already!!! I have been feeling fluttering the past couple of days. Lot's of fluttering! Isn't 10 weeks too early to feel the baby? I guess this baby want me to know that they are there!!!
Joyful for this wonderful miracle I have been blessed with.

GrapeFest 2009

Our 4th year to attend Grapevine's Grapefest. It was a hot day, but all was good.

Lincoln getting grenade training by Marines.

Lawson learning to fire the M16's

Must do face painting!


Lincoln "flying". He also went on the Gravitron. Remember that Gravity ride that spins and spins and spins until the floor drops and you are plastered against the wall??? He loved it!

There Was a Crooked Man

A project the kindergartens do is Nursery Rhyme Day. They get to pick a nursery rhyme: They have to memorize the verses at home, dress up as the character then get up in front of the class to recite. He is doing this today, and I am wondering how it went. I have to say, when I was in Kinder I would have NEVER gotten up in front of the whole class and did this! I think it's a good thing that they start "public speaking" so early.
Ron made him the cane, and Lincoln and I went and picked out the gray wig and glasses.

There was a crooked man, who walked a crooked mile.
He found a crooked sixpence upon a crooked stile.
He bought a crooked cat that caught a crooked mouse.
And they all lived together in a little crooked house.

My little Stinker

I ordered Lincoln a skunk costume for Halloween, since he has been so "obsessed" with skunks this past year.
Don't tell him, it's a surprise!

Seasons of Changes

At this season of my life, a lot is happening and a lot of things are changing. I am a creature of habit, and don't always feel comfortable with change, so I'm just trying to take everything one step at a time.

Of course the biggest event occurring in our lives is the anticipation of our new baby. I have to say, I am still in shock and reality has not hit home as of yet. As with the other 2 pregnancies, I am not feeling well. Lot's of nausea, loss of energy, and restless sleep. Don't get me wrong, I AM NOT complaining!!! I realize by now that this is a small price to pay for the blessing at the end. Hopefully it won't be too many more weeks of feeling bad, and looking back I'm pretty sure that I'm not nearly as sick as I was with the boys. I'm definitely eating a lot more this time. (I am 9.5 weeks along). I've heard that you start showing sooner with each pregnancy, and I have to say this is my 3rd pregnancy and I popped right out!

I've started a new bible study, today was our 2nd meeting. Ends up 4 of the other women at my small table are previous friends so that's a big bonus for me. When I signed up for this study I did it "alone" and didn't realize so many other women I know were joining as well. This bible study is held at our church, and is Priscilla Shirer's, Discerning the Voice of God. I've taken a study by her before and she is amazing. We have about 75 (???) women in this bible study, so it is huge and powerful, I'm enjoying it. Ron has tried out the Wednesday morning men's bible study led by the pastor and assistant pastor, and I think he will go when he is in town and is able, it's at 6:30 in the morning so that's perfect since he is an early bird.

Ron and I started a new couple's small group, it meets on Sunday nights (only twice a month). The kids go to their own "meeting" at the church and we drive out to Copper Canyon where our group meets. This is going to be a good thing for Ron and I to do together!

Started MOPS for the year. This will be my 6th year in MOPS, and my 1st year in 5 years to not be a discussion group leader. I'm going to enjoy the semester being "just a member", and hopefully by next year be able to step to leadership again.

Lincoln continues piano with a new teacher. He is progressing well. He is reading music now. Doesn't care much for practicing but looks forward to the lessons. We aren't going to let him "quit" like he wants to right now.

Lawson is enjoying his T-ball team, unfortunately the 1st 2 games have rained out so he hasn't gotten to have the "real" experience yet. Hoping to have a game on Saturday.

Apparently Lincoln is excelling in Kindergarten. His teacher defined him as being a "Model Student". We'll see when report cards come out next week. He loves it, and his only complaint is that it is too long (which it is...). He already has a "girlfriend". And pretty much she is the only one I've heard about. I went up to eat lunch with him this week, kind of gave me a birds eye view of his interactions. Maybe it's because I was there with him, but all the girls were trying to talk to him and give him attention. It was pretty funny. I'm going to do some volunteering in his classroom, but am waiting for a background check to go through.

Lawson loves his preschool class. Today they get to make their own pizzas, so he was excited about that. He goes to music on Tuesday's and motor skills on Thursday's. He has a friend that we sometimes bring home with us, they have some playtime and his mom can pick him up here. He loves having a friend over, especially since Lincoln isn't here and also he has always seen Lincoln have friends come over to play and now it's his turn to have someone.

I have to formally recognize my husband. Helpful husband this week! He went shopping, wrote out a menu and agreed to do the dinner cooking for the entire week! That is a huge help for me, and I want to let him know I appreciate this little pregnancy break.

Lincoln showing off being toothless

Interview with a 5 yr old

What do you like about Kindergarten?
Lincoln: I like reading the books there, and I like to make pictures there. Today I made a picture for my mommy. I like riding the bus home, because I get to look at all the houses. OK ask me another question.

Do you miss Lawson when you are gone?
Lincoln: Yes, I do and when I get home I always asked him what he did, and I look at all his work he did at his school. I love looking at his work from school, today it was a picture of a tree with ten apples on it.

Whats your favorite:
Book: Ice Age and Shark Book in 3D
TV show: Peep, but I don't get to watch it anymore b/c I'm at school. And Fairy Odd Parents.
Food: Macaroni and Cheese
Ice Cream: Vanilla
Animal: Skunk, dog and cat

What do you want to be when you grow up?
I think an astronaut or a builder. If I'm a builder I'll have to watch Bob the Builder and Handy Manny, but I don't like those shows.

How many kids do you want when you grow up? 3 or 4 or 5

If you could change one thing about your life what would it be?
That mommy would start warming up my chocolate milk again.

Just 8 short Years ago

Remembering all that went on just 8 short years ago.
September 11, 2001: I don't have an interesting story like some. I was just dating Ron, and was living in an apartment with my sister. I was sleeping in that morning, and got a call from Ron to tell me to turn on the TV. I of course had no idea what he was talking about and turned on the TV, didn't exactly know what I was looking at so I proceeded to get ready for work. All the bits and pieces were coming together as Ron was calling me, I was driving to work, listening to the radio. I drove to the RMYA appreciation lunch that was being held at the Bridge: Do you RMYA friends remember this? I remember standing around talking to my coworkers as we were all processing what was going on, and questioning if we should be at the luncheon or if our lives were still in danger.
I am thankful for all the men/women who are fighting for our protection. I pray that we don't experience anything like this again, now that I have children it takes on a whole new meaning.
What were you doing when you heard the dreadful 9/11 news?

Blue Tooth

Yesterday, Lincoln had to have his front top tooth extracted. Ouch!! They gave him laughing gas and plenty of novocaine. In his words, "it went perfect, I just relaxed". He had to have it removed because it was hurting him, and was basically dying/dead with an infection starting in the roots... So, I took him out of school, and we headed to the dreaded (for me) appointment. Thank Goodness for the massage chair they have in the waiting room. I'm guessing that's why they have it there, for the worried parents waiting. He was in a little bit of pain afterwards when the numbness was wearing off, and he bled a lot for a couple of hours.
Normally, I wouldn't post a picture of a lost tooth, but he insists on it! He talked me into taking pictures and wanted to post it on the blog because his Aunt Jen asked him to! And of course, he painted his tooth blue because the Art teacher told him he would get more money from the tooth fairy. She was right, He did.

Random Info

For those bloggers out there that don't read Facebook, I'll give you a quick update!

Next week, Lincoln has to have one of his front teeth pulled. Ouch! It's basically dead and is abcessing and infecting. So, he will get some laughing gas and have it yanked. He's actually excited about it. Crazy.

I had a sono today. Got some pictures of the little "lima" bean. Heard the heartbeat. All looks great, the baby has connected properly, etc... Got 2 different nausea medicines to try. Due date is still April 22, 2010.

Wondering why I laugh and crack up so much some times when I am supposed to be disciplining or "giving a talking to" the boys. I hate that! And now that I am so hormonal/emotional, sometimes I just start cracking up at the boys. Wierd.

Lincoln started piano lessons with a new teacher, she is keeping him on his toes. He is learning to identify the notes on the staff. All cows eat grass. All dogs fight big animals. I'm learning along with him.

Lawson has had 2 T-ball practices and his 1st game is coming up soon. That boy is GOOD. It's so fun to watch him b/c not only does he have that strength and natural athletic ability, but he takes the whole thing so seriously and he definitely has a huge competitive edge.