The Big News

Click below for a big announcement from Kevin!

Yes, in case you didn't already hear - we're pregnant with baby #2. No, it did not happen on our cruise, it was a couple of weeks later. That makes me due on March 24, 14 weeks along right now. That means I'm at the beginning of my second trimester, the time when you're supposed to stop feeling nauseous and have more energy. Not so much for me. I've been very sick so far. We think not quite as bad as I was with Kevin, but sick enough to be taking Zofran (anti-barfing medicine). Other than me feeling like crap, everything is great with the baby. We had a big ultrasound a couple weeks ago to look for possible birth defects, and everything checked out OK. Here's a couple pictures of the little alien:

Kevin is VERY excited about the baby. He completely understands that there is a baby growing in my tummy, and talks to it many times a day. He tends to yell into my belly button, but also likes to kiss and tickle the baby. He is proud about being a big brother, and takes the responsibility very seriously. He'll list all the things he is going to teach the baby when it "pops out." He says he's going to teach the baby to walk, play with toys, say words and eat.

I'm already showing, although if you didn't know me you'd probably think I'm just getting fatter. Here's a little belly shot my dad took today.

My dad, the hero, flew out here for 2 1/2 weeks to hang out with Kevin. With me being sick for the past 2 months, and Sam being completely swamped between work, a class he's taking at night, and trying to finish up our master bathroom, Kevin has been a little neglected. Mommy laying on the couch all day and watching hours of TV wasn't quite the stimulating environment he's grown to love. So for the next couple of weeks, Kevin has his own personal grandpa buddy, ready to take him for a trip to the park, or a ride on the train whenever he's bored. He's SO happy, and Sam and I are grateful for the break.

That's about it for now. Be sure to check back for updates, including new photos of the bathroom. Sam's up there starting to tile as I type this, so there should be some progress to show soon!

Fore!

Back in July, on our way back from the beach, we stopped at a golf outlet where Sam bought a couple of clubs. Since that moment, Kevin has not stopped asking daily for "Kevin-sized golf sticks." We went to a friend's house the other day, who had a toy golf set that Kevin loved. He loved it so much he cried when we had to leave. So yesterday we decided to buy him his own golf set. Needless to say, he loves it. Here's a few photos and a little video of his powerful swing.

School!

Yesterday was Kevin's first day at preschool. It wasn't a real school day though, it was a visiting day where you brought your child to check out the classroom and meet his teachers, but parents stayed the whole time. Tomorrow will be the first actual day of school. Kevin doesn't have much separation anxiety, so I don't expect there to be tears. He says he's excited.

We took a few photos yesterday. Here's Daddy and Kevin walking into school and the closest thing to a smile I could get out of Kevin....

Here's a shot of his classroom, and Kevin checking out the play kitchen. His classroom is called the Yellow Room for obvious reasons.



































Last we checked out the playground. Here's a couple shots of Kevin testing it out.

Shout out to the cousins

Kevin was in a talkative mood tonight, and decided that he wanted to make a video to say hello to his cousins Nicole ("Cole-cole") and Kyle. He then decided to throw in some of his signature junk grabbing. It's pretty funny.

Tomorrow is the first day of preschool, so be on the lookout for photos in the next couple of days!

Some Early Morning Snuggleyness

Here was Kevin watching TV this morning with his blankie on his head....























And a little breakfast burrito that Sam made a few days ago.