It’s A Boy!

  On Monday, we had our 20 week ultrasound.  Throughout the past 20 weeks, I had been unsure as to whether I wanted to know what the sex of our baby was.  When we did the fun 3D ultrasound, they couldn’t tell because our little one did not cooperate.  I took that as a sign that maybe I shouldn’t know, but as soon as I walked into the ultrasound room and the nurse said we may be able to determine the gender, I just couldn’t resist.  After taking several pictures of the head and seeing our beautiful baby move all around, flipping and turning toward his momma, she started measuring the legs.  She did a couple of passes and Casey and I looked at each other, thinking a girl probably shouldn’t have that extra something down there.  It was pretty obvious, but she finally stopped on this picture and said, “There’s the third leg.” I of course started crying, I will blame pregnancy hormones, but it was just an amazing feeling to know what we will be having.  It definitely makes everything a little more real. Please pardon the flash, our scanner is on the frits.

 

Everything looked healthy with our little man, weighing in at about 1 pound already!  We saw his heart, diaphragm, toes, fingers, mouth, kidneys, and everything else in between.  Here are a couple more pictures.  We didn’t get a superb profile picture, but we did get the reassurance that he is healthy, really all that matters. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I hope that everyone is having a wonderful summer, as it is coming to an end here and we get ready for the cooler weather. Until next time…

Summer Visitors

This summer, Ryan and Missy were finally able to make the long trek to Minnesota.  It was so great to spend time with them and show them what great weather Minnesota has to offer.  We were lucky this year, as last year it was rather cool.  They timed it well, because the weather couldn’t have been better.  Not too hot, but not cool either.  We were able to go out on the lake and show them around. Casey’s company happened to be hosting Movie on Minnetonka, which was a lot of fun.  Everyone tied up at Big Island and just hung out.  It was great to be able to show Ryan and Missy how people “boat” in Minnesota.  It was a great time, except for the one couple who didn’t know how to drive their 47 foot boat and almost ran into us!

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We also took them up to Banning State Park, one of our favorite hikes!  Casey was nice enough to drive the whole time while we slept for a portion of the trip. Although the leaves weren’t the beautiful fall colors this time, it was still gorgeous.  The river was low enough that we were actually able to wade out in the middle of it and just enjoy nature.  We also hiked to some waterfalls, where Ryan so happened to slice his foot on a wine bottle!  Rather disappointing that someone would litter.  Casey and I are planning on taking another trip up there this fall and spring, but until then here are some of my favorites!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks Ryan and Missy for coming to visit!  We loved having you!

Until Next Time…

Casey’s New Adventure

MarineMax recently received some new boats to add to their inventory.  Casey, loving water sports like he does, and maybe since he is doing well within the company, was placed in charge of the new Nautique line, something he is very excited about.  Since Pops had the MasterCraft, Casey has always been a MasterCraft person and vowed that he would never change his mind.  Well, to his surprise, these boats were sweet!  I was lucky enough to go by and see them, and I even thought they were ridiculous!  I am not one to get too impressed with a ski boat, but here are some pictures of my favorite. (Pops ~ if you are in the market, I’m sure Casey can get you a good deal ;-) wink, wink)

I think one of my favorite parts of this boat is the center walkthrough to the back of the boat, how convenient!  Another great aspect is the seat in the middle of the boat.  How many times do we all sit turned around on the edge of the backseat?  They definitely were thinking when they designed the boat.  Plus, if you think it is in the way, maybe you just want to have the extra space, you can store it away!  Casey has been getting leads, so keep your fingers crossed that he sells some, our baby needs a crib to sleep in.

BUT, with every exciting thing, Casey has to do something that makes you wonder.  He was so excited to put the boat in the water and go wakeboarding.  Of course Casey has to get injured the first time out!  I should have been more worried when Casey called to tell me that he took a chunk out of his arm.  At first, I thought he was joking. Then, he said he was in Urgent Care, and that’s when I panicked!  Casey NEVER goes to the doctor, EVER.  I can’t even remember the last time he went to the doctor.  So, to hear him say he ELECTIVELY went to Urgent Care, I about flipped my lid.  (And after seeing the pictures, I’m not so sure it was elective.)  Luckily, everything was okay, but it did come close to the muscle.  He received a total of 14 stitches in 3 different layers, one of which filled a silver dollar pocket that sliced his skin right next to his muscle.  If you are queasy, I don’t recommend viewing the images!

 

Until next time…

Introducing …Taylor Ryan…sort of…

 

I just couldn’t resist posting these pictures as soon as had them done.  It was truly amazing to see our baby moving all around.  I am not sure why, but boy was he active.  We do not know what the baby is yet, just saying he to not call him an “it.” We will gladly change everything once we know for sure in only 20 days if we so choose.  Well, if I so choose, Casey has already decided that he will know.  I am currently 17 weeks and 5 days, and will have another 3D ultrasound closer to 35 weeks, but this baby already loves his momma!  He would curl up next to me so the technician could barely get a picture. Some other funny instances was that the baby’s hands always seemed to migrate to the privates.  Maybe a boy???  If so, he sure does take after his dad, always has to have his hands down his pants. :)  I hope you enjoy some of the pictures!

Here he is sucking his thumb. During the ultrasound, he also practiced chewing and swallowing. 

His little mouth was getting ready already, and he still has many more weeks in there!

Here he was all curled up against me, so cute!

Finally, someone was getting tired, or just wanted to play hide and seek…

Until next time…