it's summer...

Yay! I made it to summer vacation. Not without a lot of long hours at school/home trying to get last minute things done. But it's done. Actually, though, there are a lot of loose ends for school starting back up in the fall...especially since I will be on maternity leave...but I'm hoping to take a little break and then think about school again in a few weeks. My brain needs a break from school so I can focus on more important things...mainly, Baby Girl Amen!

I have received the furniture for the nursery, but it's not put together yet. Next weekend it's my goal to have the painting done and furniture assembled. I'm not doing all of the work, though. My dad and brother are going to be my slave labor (although, I think they will do it willingly). I can't wait to see the furniture up and the walls painted! I've got each wall mapped out in my mind as to how I'm going to decorate. Now I just need to make it come alive! :) If it all works out, it should be a very sweet nursery for my little girl.

Last weekend was Memorial weekend and I went out of town for a few days. A cousin of mine got married and I got to spend some time by the river with my family. It was fun. I had my mom take a picture of me at the wedding so everyone could keep track of how I look as a whole (not just my belly). I'm actually pretty proud at how I've done so far. Now...hopefully I'll be able to say that again in a couple of months! HA!

I know the time is coming for baby showers and fun things to prepare for this little girl. I'm going to throw some suggestions out there. If you're planning on buying baby clothes, I would really appreciate things in sizes 6 months and up. You may need to consider the weather during these times, but right now I have a TON of newborn clothes. My mom says we'll have to change Baby Girl Amen's clothes 10 times a day if we want her to wear everything before she grows out of them! Also, keep in mind that I still have my baby registry up at Target. I could use most of the things there more than clothes right now. Of course, I will not be heart broken with more little girl clothes...they are SOOOOO darn cute! And I will truly be grateful for any gifts I might receive, so thank you in advance! :)

As you may be noticing, I am starting to grow larger and larger every week. Along with that, Baby Girl Amen is getting stronger and more active every week, too! It's so much fun to sit and feel her squiggle and kick inside of me. I daydream about who she looks like. What features will she get of her Daddy's and what of mine? It's truly amazing to think that this little person is growing inside of me and soon I'll be able to hold her, love her, and teach her all about life. I am so blessed to be this little girl's mommy!