33 weeks

On Monday I will be 33 weeks pregnant which means there are only 7 weeks left until I reach my due date. In some ways it seems so close, and yet I can't believe I have 7 more weeks of growing to do! I feel our little guy moving quite often, and I'm starting to feel aches and pains and also feeling my energy levels drop a bit. Overall, I can't complain though. My doctors appointments have all gone well, and I am measuring right on track! The little guy is head down as of right now, so we hope he stays that way until he gets here!

We have been taking childbrith classes at the hospital and are feeling more and more prepared for his arrival... it will be here before we know it! Here is a picture of me at 32 weeks and 5 days... I am continually amazed that my body can continue to grow as it does. The miracle of life is pretty awesome.

Thanksgiving & Decorating for Christmas

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving here at our house with the Critsers. The day was rainy, but warm inside with lots of cooking and a fire going in the fireplace. It was so nice to have some time with just the six of us to celebrate the Holiday.

Cooks in the kitchen

Beth and Rebecca hard at work

The feast is on the table!

And everyone (especially Paul is excited to eat!)

The weekend after Thanksgiving Paul and I spent some time putting up some Christmas decorations. With the baby on the way in January we decided to keep the Christmas stuff simple this year and are just doing the tree and stockings. Needless to say, my energy levels are lower than usual and we don't want to chance having Christmas decorations up until Valentine's Day!! :-)

Paul putting the finishing touch on the tree

The stockings are hung by the fireside with care

And our cats have found their new favorite spot...

Under the tree chasing the lights





I just love this time of year...

Do you believe?