Babymoon

July 20-23rd, Robby and I decided to take a little "Babymoon" to Hot Springs, AR to have one last trip together before our world totally changes.  We were able to soak up tons of quality time together which was much needed.  It was a perfect and relaxing trip with lots of tasty eating!

 

This was our first time to stay in a bed and breakfast, but we still sorta cheated.  We stayed in a cottage that was across the street from the B&B so that we didn't have 'neighbors'.  I think we both decided we are not huge B&B people- maybe as we get older we'll change our minds? haha  Our suite was Moroccan themed and was perfect!  There were rose petals on the bed and around the room- such a romantic touch!  It also had a kitchenette with a fridge that was stocked with drinks, etc and they made us cookies- yum!

 On Saturday, we had lunch at this great cafe and for dessert had this AMAZING caramel mocha cheesecake- so stinkin delicious.  My mouth is watering as I am thinking about it again!  We then headed downtown to go to Bath House Row.  So, little history lesson for y'all- back in the 1800's settlers discovered all these 'hot springs' and the city became the go to place to get "healed" of different sickness and diseases.  They were even injecting people with mercury- oh how much the medical world has evolved!  They turned one of the bath houses into a museum so people can see what it looked like back in the day.  And yes,  there is my husband who jumped into one of the bath tubs- haha!!!  After getting a little education, we went shopping around downtown and also found our tacky picture frame.  (Every trip we take, we find one of those tacky touristy picture frames- we love them! It makes me laugh every time I walk by our collection)

There is a park where you can feel the "hot springs" water and oh-my was it hot!!!  After it finished burning off the first layer of skin, my hands felt nice and smooth from all the minerals.

For dinner, we went to Rolando's which is this Cuban/Mexican restaurant.  For an appetizer, we got the flaming queso; however, in the picture you really can not tell at all that it is on fire- fail!  We sat outside on the patio and listened to a guy play music.  It was a little on the warm side, but an enjoyable evening regardless.  The back of the restaurant is surrounded by natural rock from a cliff so it was very relaxing.

After dinner, we found this Bathhouse Soapery.  It was fun to smell all the different flavors.  They had a men's soap that smelled like dirt...very strange?  We ended up making our own bath salt flavor to enjoy while on our trip.  We left the shop and then headed up the side of the hill to overlook the city and watch the sunset; however, we were on the wrong side of the hill and couldn't see the sun at all- haha! Oh well- we tried.  (And by headed up- I mean we drove...no hiking for this pregnant lady!)

We took full advantage of Sunday and had it be our day of rest and relaxation.  We slept in- which was glorious!  Then we made breakfast in our little kitchen, had our quiet times and Robby tried to study a little for his GRE.  We enjoyed a peaceful/romantic bath with rose pedals and then headed to lunch for a tasty salad and panini at this cute little coffee shop/cafe.

After lunch, Robby and I got a couples massage.  It felt great- a little awkward because of my expanding belly, but it was still a massage!  We picked up 2 red box movies, a snickers ice cream bar for me, and a fruit bar for Robby on our way back to the B&B to continue on the relaxing day. 

We went out to dinner at this nice Italian place on the lake.  Oh how I love me some chicken fettuccine alfredo!  We were so full after dinner, but I still wanted something sweet so we stopped by Sonic and got milkshakes!  I pretty much just ate the whole weekend.

Here is my belly at 31 Weeks!

Monday, we had a three course breakfast in the main house.  A berry cheesecake muffin with fruit started us out, then Sausage Havarti Eggs with homemade biscuits, and chocolate covered strawberries to finish us off.  The juice concoction the owner made to drink was very tasty!

The house took six years to be built and was started in 1873, so there was a lot of history there.  I personally liked it because the house was pink!

 After we rested a little after breakfast, we packed up our bags and drove to the top of Hot Springs to look out over the city and enjoy some nature.  I can barely bend down with out being out of breath so there was NO hiking involved- haha!

Here is Robby imitating the statue behind him- we enjoy the small laughs of life! haha Before we left they have a place in town where you can fill up jugs of the "Hot Springs" water full of all its good minerals.  It comes out burning hot though!  We finished up our trip with some great quality time talking in the car on the way back home.  I am so blessed to have such an incredible husband who adores me!  He is going to be one fantastic Dad.

Showered with Love

On July 12th, Robby and I got to see baby Adeline during a sonogram appointment.  It was so crazy to see her little working heart fluttering on the screen and to see her tiny hands move about inside me.  She was laying on her back with her feet above her head almost the whole time- pretty uncomfortable position if you ask me! haha  

I feel like I am starting to get nervous about being a mom- am I going to know what to do when she gets a fever?, will I be able to swaddle her correctly?, will I be able to show her Christ's love?, etc-  I then have to stop myself and realize I am already a fallen parent and the only way to be a successful mom is to bask in God's grace and rely on His strength.  I know I can not do it on my own accord...no matter now many books I read or how prepared/unprepared I feel...

Not that you can really tell from a sono picture, but I think she is going to be stuck with my pointy chin! haha Robby and I wonder about what features from each of us she is going to have...? blonde vs brown hair?  It looks like she has a set of lips on her- which are definitely from her Daddy because mine don't really exist =)  We can't wait to snuggle her up!

 This past Saturday (July 14th), I was showered with love for baby Adeline! 

Two of my dear friends hosted my baby shower (as well as two others who couldn't make it but were very missed!)  I can't express enough how much it meant to me for them to throw this party!  I felt very loved and blessed by the day.  It was such a sweet time to catch up with cherished friends and family.

Katie and Lauren did such a cute job with the whole set up!  Yummy food, beautiful flowers, and adorable decor filled the house.

Everyone signed "Pinkalicious" to Adeline as the guest book which was so thoughtful! There was a table where people could write a blessing, Bible verse or word of encouragement for Addy and attached it to that ribbon ring- loved it!!

Me and my momma!

My sweet sis-in-law and mother-in-law

Robby and I are so SUPER blessed by all the gifts we received from friends and family for Addy.  She will be one happy and loved baby!

Some sweet friends who drove from all over to be at the shower!

My Aunt Marita and Grandmother

Some of the "younger" crowd minus a couple of friends who left before we took this..

After the shower ended, everyone prayed over Robby, Adeline, and me.  It was such an encouraging time, and I felt very loved!

63 days to go...!

I finally finished the dresser and put in fun green shelf paper! Now I just need to wash all her clothes and start filling it up.  If she is anything like her mamma, I'm assuming we will have many wardrobe changes through out the day for being messy- haha!

Happy Independence Day America!

Sweet Addy is moving around like a magical jumping bean these days!  I don't know what she is doing, but she seems like she is having a grand ole time playing soccer with my internal organs! haha  I am 30 weeks tomorrow as I write this, and time is starting to get away from me- I need to get my now expanding butt into gear!  Adeline will be here before we know it.

28 Weeks

 This past week we had a fabulous time celebrating July 4th!  It was a super weird holiday being that it took place on a Wednesday, so Robby & I took advantage of it and got off work for the rest of the week.  We drove down to Austin to one of our good friend's parent's lakehouse, and we had a blast!!  Patrick's parents were there, so they spoiled us with tasty home cooked meals.  We all felt like we could be kids again and escape from adulthood for a few days.  As soon as we got there, we jumped into our swimsuits and headed to the pool.  I LOVED being in the water- the ability to feel like you haven't gained tons of weight is wonderful- lol!

 

 Later that night, we went out on the boat to watch the firework show and had a tasty dessert of homemade vanilla ice cream and peach cobbler- yum yum!!

Thursday, we slapped on some sun screen and went out to soak up some sun on the lake.  Obviously, I didn't want to up-stage everyone by my awesome pregnant wake boarding and tubing skills, so I was a wonderful boat rider instead!  We had awesome conversations and had such a relaxing time with dear friends.  The rest of the day we watched a movie, played domino Chicken Foot, drank margaritas, and just lounged around which was much needed!

Robby resting on the tube before Patrick took him for a spin!

Lake time with the Coddou's is the BEST!

Friday, we left the lake to go spend some quality time with Robby's family.  We met his mom at Central Market for lunch and then headed home to Dripping Springs.  His parents bought me 3 gallons of Blue Bell to tide me over for the weekend- haha!  Robby's Dad smoked a brisket for dinner, and we just hung out the rest of the evening.  Saturday, Diana and I went out and ran some errands while getting good catch-up time in.  When we got back, we went out to Pop's shop and worked on a nursery project.  I am really excited about it and will post pictures of it when it is finished!  That night for dinner we had the biggest and tastiest shrimp I think I have ever had- so scrumptious!

While we were there, his Dad busted out a very nice bottle of single malt scotch (which I personally know nothing about) and had a little tasting party.  Both Robby's parents got to feel Adeline kick in my belly during the weekend which was quite special for them. 

Bailey and Duke in the backyard while the men enjoy their Scotch.

When we got home on Sunday, our crib was waiting on the porch for us!  We decided we had to put it together.  Of course, nothing is ever easy, and we noticed a big scratch on the backside of one of the pieces.  So now, I have to get a replacement part, BUT the crib itself is perfect!  It was very surreal putting it together and having an actual crib in the room.  Only babies sleep in a crib which then means WE are having a baby.  It is starting to become more real...10 weeks to go!