Only two more weeks left (maybe more/maybe less) until we meet this sweet bundle of joy that is scrunched up in my tummy! I had my appointment yesterday and the doc must think I am miserable because he came in and said well "any day now I am sure you are ready" but really I am more comfortable with this pregnancy than the last two. This little guy or gal doesn't live in my right rib like Liam and Colin both did. I even told him that and he gave me a "you must be crazy look." Then when he went to measure my girth, he started feeling around to check the baby's position. Of course I became worried but he didn't say anything so the baby must still be head down and ready to go. I am not dilated or dropped at all and that's okay too. I am really hoping for the weekend of the 11th or 12th of October, so he or she can take their time. I am not in a hurry especially knowing this is our last baby.
I have had my huge moments of anxiety where I worry all night long about our baby being healthy. This pregnancy has been the worst so far. Chris and I had a date night last night (which is why I am wearing a dress in the picture) and I told him all of the terrible, scary thoughts that have been running through my head. He just looked at me like I was nuts and said everything will be fine. I don't know why I am worried so much more, maybe because of the way this pregnancy started, my job, being in Kingman, etc but I just continue to pray for a very healthy baby.
I was going to post some of the little special things we've bought for this baby and the quilts but I was slow to start the boy quilt and just gave it to Brandi and she is a rockstar and finished the girl quilt but I want to post them together. Baby Casson #3 is approx. 6.8lbs and 19.5 inches long about the size of a leek! I am getting pretty excited to meet this little one! Just not too soon :)
It's official, this little girl is old enough to go to Homecoming! She was not being very cooperative in the picture taking and that was my job so maybe next time she'll smile, ha!
and another teenager look.
Finally she is presentable. Mom helping her get her necklace on.
Chris and the boys came over too. We ate pizza and the boys played while I helped with the getting ready and picture process.
Mom and Sadie
and another
Apparently I can't keep my eyes open.
Liam showing his strength.
Chris messing with Sadie
Sadie and her date Kale. They were both so nervous it was hysterical.
Especially when they had to figure out how to put on a boutonniere and corsage.
Finally, they are ready!
Still weird to think she is in high school! I mean seriously wasn't this just yesterday!
On Sunday we were suppose to go to my mom's house for our usual Salsa Sunday gathering. She weirdly told me she had some stuff to do so asked if 4:30 would be okay. It was odd that she gave me a time considering we always show up at that time anyway due to the boys' naps. I ended up taking a nice long nap on the couch and was really struggling getting up. When I got going Chris told me that his dad needed his rake and wanted to run it by before going to my parents. I found this odd because earlier in the day Tim and Mollie said grandma was going to come eat dinner with them so I wasn't sure why he was in need of a rake right before dinner. I casually told Chris to just drop us off at my parents and he could run the rake over. I grabbed the boys' swimsuits so they could swim while at my parents but Colin was out of swim diapers. I told Chris that we could just stop at the dollar store before he dropped us off. By the time we left the house I ended up driving and that apparently made Chris a little nervous. Then he called his dad on the way to my parents and told me grandma wants me to stop by too because she has something for me. I was so tired I had no desire to argue; all I could think about was my parents' couch. Then I said "well, lets grab some diapers." Chris then told me we should do it after stopping my his parents' because it would be "quicker." That one was quite baffling since it would not be quicker. Once again I didn't argue but looked at Chris like he was a nut job instead. So we continued to his parents house. When we turned on to the street I realized what was happening once I saw everyone's cars. They were having a surprise shower. Once I realized this I turned to Chris in the car and said something along the lines that he could have given me a hint to at least make myself presentable and but some deodorant on (False. She said, "I see what's going on here. You guys are punks" -wcc)! So instead I entered the house with my make-up smeared, couch marks, and my smelliness, luckily no one seemed to mind :)
Awesome decor by Brandi, Tyra, Cassie, and Trudi
Cake
It really was an awesome surprise to see everyone I love come together and celebrate Baby Casson #3.
Sweet boy having fun with a balloon
Opening gifts from everyone. Colin loved this little lamb blanket.
After gifts everyone enjoyed chili verde and enchiladas and cake and cupcakes too.
The kiddos had a blast running around and playing outside and convinced Jess and Chris to pull them around on a blanket.
Enjoying the evening
Hanging out
Thank you to everyone who helped with and attended this special day. I really had no idea even though I did want to "argue" with Chris :) It really was wonderful and Baby Casson is set!
Now then, today marks 37 weeks! This baby is full term! I still have some stuff I want to get done so hopefully he or she will continue to grow and give this momma time to finish up some stuff.
Baby Casson # 3 is 6 and a 1/3 lbs and approx 19 inches long, about the size of a bunch of Swiss chard.
This little one still moves around quite a bit. On Wednesday I woke up at 3 am to a very tender belly button. It was strange because I have never had it before. I looked it up and found that some people have it. I also looked down and attempted to check out my belly the best I could and it was red and puffy. It is still a little tender and I am starting to get an outie! I never had an outie with either of the boys so I am thinking maybe that is why it has become tender. Luckily, it is not nearly like it was yesterday :)
Boys taking pictures with me (not sure what is up with Liam's expression because he was perfectly happy)
Showing our bellies
I had Tuesday and Wednesday off from work and convinced Brandi to come over and help me with quilts on Tuesday. Basically we had a sewing date while the kids played. She was just the motivation I needed to get started. I'm about half as fast as her but at least if gave me a chance to get familiar with my machine again. Yesterday I finished the top of the girl quilt except the bottom row and then took it to Brandi since she is a thousand times better and actually putting it all together. She is my hero and lifesaver for helping me!
I also started the boy quilt. I have about 3 rows sewn together and probably won't get anymore done until this weekend since I worked today and will again Friday. Here's hoping they will both be finished before he or she arrives :)
Last Thursday we decided to take the boys to the fair. I don't know why I thought it was a good idea since it is always so dusty and dirty and WAY too expensive but the boys had a BLAST. We started out by riding some ponies. Colin really enjoyed it although his face doesn't show it.
Liam and his pony
Then we went in the petting zoo.
Liam enjoyed this goat. Then he found a little girl to talk to, and chased a duck around.
Colin really liked this sleeping pig.
We eventually made our way to the rides, which Liam was super excited about. We told him he could only choose a few rides since the tokens were crazy expensive and it was getting late. He first chose this obstacle course with a slide. I was a little nervous about him going by himself but he did great and came FLYING down the slide. He even landed a little funny and had a little blood on his lip but he was more happy than worried about his lip.
Daddy took Colin to the carousel while Liam did the obstacle course.
Then Liam really wanted to do this little roller coaster ride. I was nervous he would get on and then be terrified but he turned to me and said "I can do it by myself, I'm brave." So I let him go.
He LOVED it! The kid in front of him no so much. He ended up crying the whole time.
Chris took Colin on the spinning bears. I attempted a picture with them in the ride but I couldn't get Colin's sweet little face.
We had five tokens left and you had to have at least three to ride each ride and we literally had NO more cash on us to get one more token for Colin. So Colin and I went on a walk while Liam rode the train.
Chris and Liam finished and walked back to where Colin and I were and Chris had a concerned look on his face. I asked what was wrong and then I saw that Liam had a small teddy bear in his hand and Colin instantly wanted one. Chris said as they were walking back from the ride there was a fishing game for two tokens so he thought he'd let Liam play but didn't realize everyone is a winner. The bear was clearly going to be an issue and it wasn't exactly fair to Colin so we walked to the front of the fair, found an ATM, pulled out some cash, and bought two tokens so Colin could go play the game and win a bear.
Here he is fishing with daddy.
Basically the 10 cent bear ended up costing $10.00 with bank fees, ATM fees, and the cost of the tokens to play, HA! The best part was the smile on Colin's face when he got a bear too. He was absolutely thrilled! The boys both slept with their bears and played with them the next morning.
Friday we took a trip to Flagstaff for an appointment for Chris's shoulder that has been bugging him. We enjoyed dinner at Oregano's and stayed at Sandy and Larry's for the night. The next morning we drove to Prescott so we could stock up at Costco before Baby Casson's arrival. The boys were super troopers with all the time we spent in the car so we did a stop at the park in Prescott. They had so much fun and Chris and I did too. It is so much fun playing with our kids and sometimes I think we get consumed with things that we need to do and forget to enjoy the moment. On Saturday I really enjoyed this moment with my family.
We of course played superheros and Chris and I were the bad guys and chased the boys around. We also came across this cicada. It was huge and you could here them in the trees all around us. The boys thought it was neat.
They rode on a dinosaur
Then right before we left for Costco they all went down this three way slide together.
While at Costco Liam found an Ironman costume. He kept telling me he wanted to be Ironman for Halloween but I was hesitant about getting it in case he changed his mind. We decided to get it since it was much cheaper than at other places. The minute we got home Liam had to put on his costume and he LOVES it. Colin also tried on his Thor costume I bought last year. They had fun playing superheros.
