8 months

Here are pictures of my belly at 8 months. I am definitely carrying him low, compared to when I was pregnant with Makayla. I just keep getting bigger...

Valentine's Day

I know it's a little late, but I did want to post about Valentine's Day. Michael surprised me and Makayla with a dozen red heart balloons. How sweet! This year Michael and I decided to go out to dinner the day before, to avoid the crowds. We had never been to the Cheesecake Factory, so we went there to celebrate. Grandma Trimmell watched Makayla so we could have a nice evening together. The food was great, but the cheesecake was to die for!! We got some peanut butter chunk kind and it was amazing! We will definitely be going back there for more dessert! Overall, we had a great evening together. We also gave each other a 1/2 pound box of See's Chocolates. Yum!!! Each year Valentine's Day marks the half mark of when we got married. This year we celebrated Valentine's Day and our 4 1/2 year anniversary. We don't get gifts or anything, but I thought it was special that every year we get to do that. I can't believe we have been married for that long. It doesn't seem like it at all. Each year just keeps getting better!

7 months

Here are pictures of me at 7 months...I can't believe how fast this pregnancy is going by!

Makayla's 2nd Birthday

On Monday Feb. 9, Makayla turned 2 years old! I can't believe it! Time is just flying by! On Sunday we had a family Tinkerbell party. We had spaghetti, Makayla's favorite. I decorated the house with streamers, balloons etc. I also made a special flower Tinkerbell cake for Makayla. It didn't turn out as good as I had hoped, but it wasn't too bad. It sure tasted good. She actually ate it this time, no crying! lol She got a bunch of clothes and some cool toys. Overall, she had a great party. Then on Monday, her actual birthday, we took her to Chuck-e-cheeses where she had a party with a few friends. Michael had the day off so he was able to go with us, which was great! She had never been before and loved it! She enjoyed playing games, winning tickets etc. All the kids got pizza, drinks, and a goody bag. Plus Chucke sang Happy Birthday to Makayla. She got more clothes and more toys. Overall, she had a great time. After that she came home and took a nap. Then we took her to take her 2 year pictures. She didn't want to take them at first, but Daddy warmed her up by chasing her around, and we were able to get some really cute ones. After that we went to dinner at Acapulco where they also sang Happy Birthday to her. Overall, we had a great day celebrating her birthday together.

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Big girl bed

Since Landon will be arriving soon and will be needing the crib, we decided it was time to get Makayla a big girl bed. We found that it was cheaper to buy bunk beds than it was to buy a single twin bed. We also bought two matching dressers. She was so excited when they came today. Her room looks great with the new beds and bedding. I will post pictures of Landon's room once it is all ready.

6 months

I can't believe that I am already six months pregnant. My tummy is growing bigger every day it seems. I can't wait until our little boy arrives!!

Mommy and Me class

Last Monday Makayla and I started going to a Mommy and Me class. It was so much fun! There are about 20 children in the class along with a parent. At this class the kids have free play, then they can make a craft, then we have circle time where we sing songs and then the parents have a discussion time. After that it is snack time, and then the kids can play and make another craft. Right before we leave we have another circle time where the kids play with this big tarp thing. Makayla loves it! I am so glad that I finally have the chance to do this with her. Some women from church also bring their children so it makes it even more fun. Here are some pictures from class this past Monday.

New Years Eve

This Year Makayla was older so she was able to say up until midnight to celebrate the New Year with us. Our family tradition on new years eve is that we go to my mom's house, watch a movie and eat a bunch of finger foods and junk food. It's the best! Once the new year arrived we went outside and sprayed each other with silly string and drank some sparkling cider. 2008 was a great year for us, and we look forward to 2009 and all that it will bring. Especially our little boy!

Christmas

I know it's a little late, but I finally uploaded pictures from Christmas. Makayla had fun decorating the tree this year. We got some cute pictures of her doing it. Santa came to visit Makayla at Grandma Trimmell's house this year. She was excited to get a present from him, but did NOT want to sit on his lap. She didn't cry, but she definitely didn't want to be very close to him, at least not by herself. Christmas was so much fun this year because Makayla was older and knew what to do this time. She was so excited when she saw a tent, sleeping bag and blow up couch from Santa. From mom and dad she got new pajamas, a new outfit to wear on Christmas, chapstick (because she loves it) and a princess fold up doll house. After opening the presents she asked for "more". Michael surprised me with a heart shaped diamond necklace. It is beautiful!! Other than that, we both knew what we were getting. Mostly clothes, shoes, books etc. After that, we went to my mom's house to have breakfast, and to talk to my brother Justin who is on a mission in Mexico. It was really great talking to him! Next we went to Michael's sister's house for lunch and to open presents with his family. Makayla got a lot of clothes and toys! Her favorite was a doll set that came with a baby sized play pin, stroller, and swing. Landon got a few gifts as well. After that we went to my grandma's house to open gifts with them. Then we went back to my mom's house for dinner and to open more presents. Her favorite was a chest full of dress up princess clothes with jewelry, crowns and more. Overall, we all had a great Christmas.