Maternity Pictures - 36 Weeks

I recruited my sister, Kim, to take a few maternity photos today.  It was also a great excuse to try out our new camera.  I have to thank Becky for donating her maternity pants.  My maternity wardrobe is quite limited.  Now that I am on bed rest, there's no reason to buy maternity clothes at this point.  I managed to find a few things to wear aside from the workout gear that I have been sporting at home lately. 

Love You Forever

Brad order the book, Love You Forever, for Pierce.  I was at home on bed rest, and Rachel was over. We were watching tv, and there was a knock on the door.  I was confident that it was a delivery, but I assumed that it was something that I ordered for Pierce.  I went to open the package, and I saw that it was for Brad.  The label said that it was from Amazon.  It is not unusual for Brad to order books from Amazon.  I have to admit that I was slightly disappointed because I have been waiting for something that I ordered on ETSY.  When Brad came home from work, I showed him the package.  He opened it up and handed it to me.  Brad definitely put a huge smile on my face.  The book was recommended to him by a friend, and he was so cute to order it.  I am confident that this is only the beginning of many more "exciting Daddy moments".  I can't wait to embrace each and every one of them.  I am excited to add this book to our collection, and I cannot wait to read it to baby Pierce. 

Care Package for Daddy

Daddy came home today with a care package from the guys (Trey and Greg) at work.  They hooked him up with some magazines, beer, snacks, etc.  He is all set for our visit to the hospital!  Way to go guys - It was a very thoughful gift for Brad!  :)

Since going into labor at 25 weeks, our goal has been to make it to 36 weeks.  I am excited to say that we have officially made it.  Today, we are 36 weeks along.  We saw the doctor on Monday, and she told us that Baby Pierce will be here within the next week or so.  We cannot wait to meet our little man.

Brad's Night Out

Brad, Dad, Maury, and Brian enjoyed a "guy's night" at the Petroleum Club.  While the guys were enjoying their cigar night, mom and I had a "girl's night in.".  We ate Fajita Pete's, rented movies, and hung out.  The boys don't know what they missed out on.  We baked cookies, watched No Strings Attached, and watched The Proprosal.  When the guys came home, they were in a great mood as you can see in the pictures.  Evidently, they won a few prizes too - cigars, Astros tickets, and a watch.  I am glad that the guys were able to enjoy their night out! 

Mother's Day

 A balloon and flowers from Aunt Kim

 I love the book from Daddy.

 Thank you Aunt Kim!

 Brad found the perfect gift!

 The room is ready.

  What a special day!  It was so much fun to celebrate Mother's Day as an expecting mom especially being so close!  I got to spend the evening with Brad, my parents, and Kim.  It was so nice to have company and to visit with all of them.  I love the book that Brad bought me.  I have already started filling out his book with fun tidbits about mommy, daddy, world news, gas prices, etc.  It was a very special day for my mom.  It was not only Mother's Day, but it was also her birthday.  Mom, I love you.  You are the perfect role model for motherhood, and I hope that I can follow in your footsteps.

Monogramming Fun

As you can see, I am having so much fun on my new machine.  Pierce's name is monogrammed all over everything!  :)

Shower at Longfellow Elementary

Pam and I - both due in June

Longfellow Elementary hosted a shower for Pam and me.  It was a lovely time!

Couple's Shower

Eliska answered the door saying, "Welcome to Pierce's party."

Daddy opening a special gift for him.

Yes, I asked the guys to pose for a photo.

Dad and Mom to be...

I love this photo of Brad and my dad. 

Uncle Marco and Daddy to Be

Uncle Scott, Uncle Marco, and Daddy to Be

Pierce received a few special gifts from the Masters.  Thanks Grandpa!

Mary and Marco hosted our couple's shower at their house.  We had a great time visiting with all of our family and friends.  The guys hung out outside while the girls talked baby talk inside.  :)

Girls' Baby Shower

Thank you girls for a lovely shower!

Party favors - compliments of Rachel

Lisa, Mere, Mom, Jerita

Toni, Tracey

Mary, Carolyn, Bernadette

Sandra, Elyssa, Pam

Wow, look at all of those gifts!

Ann, Lisa

Mere, Lori, Rachel, Rhonda

Elyssa, Amanda

Is it obvious that I am very happy and excited?

Amy, Barbara

Mary, Paige, Tracey, Melissa

So cute...

Some serious bingo action is going on here.

Mom and Pam

Love them!

Elyssa, Me, Mere

Aunt Kim and I

Sandra and Mom

Sandra, Mom, Me, Kim

Pam and I

 Bethany, Me, Amanda

Paige and I

Briargrove Girls...

The hostesses

Mimi, Mom to Be, Memaw

Aunt Chris, Mimi, Me, Memaw

Vilyus Girls

Aunt Kim, Me, Aunt Mary

Aunt Kim, Me, Aunt Mary

Lori and I

The girl's shower was at Jerita's house.  It was hosted by Jerita, Meredith, Lisa, Rachel, and Lori.  It was so nice to see all of my girlfriends.  I am 28 weeks and 3 days.  After the shower, I couldn't wait to go home and organize all of Pierce's new belongings.  Thank you girls for a wonderful day!