No deal!!!

So in an effort to save money, we have decided to cancel our cable. The kids LOVE watching movies, and we can stream Netflix, so we decided it just isn't worth the cost anymore. Today I sat the kids down to explain to them that we wouldn't have it anymore.

After I explained, I turned to Kimmie, stuck out my hand, and said "deal?". She quickly shook my hand and responded, "Deal!" Then I turned to David and did the same thing. He sat there for a second thinking, stuck out his hand and said, "Ummm.....No Deal!"

Seth and I could not stop laughing. It was so funny. Seconds later he decided it was a deal, but for that one moment he was not ready to give up his cable! Kimmie and David sure do keep us laughing every day!!!

What great kids:)

fetal macrosomia

Fetal Macrosomia is a fancy way of saying you have big babies. Yesterday I had a growth ultrasound of this baby boy and right now he is measuring at whopping 9 lbs 7 oz! And no, I do not have gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, or any other problems that would be causing him to be so big, we just make huge babies:) I will be 37 weeks tomorrow, so this really poses a lot of problems and questions about my labor and delivery.

Yes, I have had large babies before (David was born at 37 weeks & weighed 9.8 lbs) But, right now my midwife, and all the doctors at the office, are concerned that because of the size of this big boy, my risk for shoulder dystocia increases. Shoulder dystocia is when the baby's head is birthed, but the shoulders get stuck. This makes it impossible for the baby to take his/her first breath and requires additional maneuvers to deliver the baby, sometimes requiring dislocating the baby's shoulder. Not only is this a health risk for the baby, because of lack of oxygen and the physical damage done to get him out, but also to the mother.

Because of this increased risk, my midwife is advising me to have a c-section to help avoid any complications. So, after a lot of thought and prayer, our plan right now is that if I happen to go into labor within the next few days, I will elect to have a vaginal delivery. We are also scheduling a c-section for when I reach 38 1/2 weeks (in about 10 days) and if I happen to go into labor after this weekend, but before the 38 1/2 week mark, they will do an emergency c-section.

This was such a hard choice for us to make, it is not at all what I had planned for this delivery, but I have to do all I can to ensure this baby boy has the safest birth possible, even if it is not what I wanted. Of course, I can change my mind at any time. If I go into labor and decide I don't want a c-section, that is my choice and my midwife really supports whatever I want to do.

Overall I feel peaceful with the decision we've made. We have everything ready for this baby boy to come, so now we are just waiting for him to decide when that time is. I cannot believe how fast this pregnancy has gone by...soon we will be a family of 5!!!

June & July fun!

We have been keeping very busy lately. After celebrating David's birthday Seth and I celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary. We have also been taking full advantage of the nice weather and taking the kids out to play everyday. Here are some pictures of what we have been up to so far this summer...

playing at the HUGE park near the Rose Gardens. It was nice, but a little too big and difficult to keep an eye on our very active kids. Luckily Seth was there to chase after them since I can't move very fast these days

hugs after playing

On our anniversary we took the kids to the Portland Temple to walk around. It is crazy to think of how much has changed in the last 5 years, but what amazing changes they have been.

I feel so blessed to have married such an amazing husband and father. I love Sethy so much, he is the best!!!

Headed to church dressed in their "Fourth of July" outfits (thank you Aunt Cyndy!)

spending some time at the Rose Gardens

Fireworks on the Fourth

waiting for the fireworks to start

The kids did great, they were not even a little bit scared. They kept reaching for the fireworks, saying "I can't reach them!"

And of course, a new pregnancy picture. This was taken at 35, almost 36, weeks. I have been gaining an insane amount of weight, 5.5 pounds in one week!!! At my last appointment my midwife started talking about possibly inducing me and maybe even the need to have a c-section, due to his size. We'll have to wait and see. I am not thrilled about being induced or having a c-section, so I am trying to tough it out and wait for him to join us on his time. I am huge and uncomfortable, but want to give him as much time to cook as he needs. Everything is set up and ready for him, so when he comes we are as ready as we can be.

David's 2 year check-up

Today David had his 2 year check-up, here are his stats...

Weight 31 lbs 4.5 oz (80th percentile)

Height 37 1/4 inches (97th percentile)

Head Circumference 20 in (97th percentile)

The doctor said he is the size of a 3 year old and as smart as a 3 year old, he even counted to 7 for her! They also did his height projection and they are guessing he will be around 6'3". Looks like we better start him in football and basketball very soon:)

He is really growing and developing great. He talks so much and is such a good boy. He loves to play with Kimmie and cars are his favorite toy to play with. He is always crashing and racing them.

What a sweet, sweet boy, we just love him so much!!! I am done bragging now:)

What day is today....

Today is Fathers Day & David's 2nd birthday!!! I am so blessed to have these two wonderful men in my life, I love them both so much:) I am also lucky to have other wonderful men in my life that have been great examples to me.

Seth holding David for the first time

I love these three so much!!!

David then...

Our handsome little man now

Kimmie's first picture of David (she drew this yesterday and I think it is amazing!!!)

Our little plantation owner...

Words cannot even describe how much I love this picture!! Kimmie & David look adorable, as usual, but David's pose cracks me up. He looks like a little southern plantation owner, he just needs some straw in his mouth and it would be complete! These hats used to be Seth's Granny's, she got them on one of her many amazing travels. The kids loved wearing them & I love this picture!

Sewing

Ever since my mom gave me a new sewing machine last Christmas I have been putting it to good use. My latest project was a garment bag for a friend of mine. My mom made me one a few years ago to carry my temple clothes in and when my friend saw is she commented how much she liked it. I went to the store that week and got to work. I did not have a pattern for it, so I made up my own. I am pretty proud of how it turned out, so I had to brag and share. These pictures were taken on Seth's cell phone, so they are not the best, but you get the idea....

When you unfold it the big pocket is for holding your shoes and other stuff.

Then you just fold it up and voila, you are ready to go:)