Some random end-of-pregnancy shots

The night before my induction (at 39 weeks). :-)

38 weeks

One of my weekly non-stress tests at 37 weeks

My favorite number....Mom and me at 38 weeks

Karina's Preschool Graduation for 2008-2009

She was SO excited for her "celebration". It's interesting how they have a graduation when the kids are returning next year for more preschool.... Oh well. They loved it and don't care. :-)

When asked what she wants to be when she grows up, she promptly and confidently responded with "a princess!"

My Baby Shower

My very dear friend Keri Cook was kind and thoughtful enough to host a baby shower for me! It was so much fun and she really went above and beyond to make it special! We had great food, great friends and some great laughs! What a joyous celebration as we prepare for the arrival of our newest love.

Yum! Yum! Too bad I couldn't have any of it... Oh well.

Here I am with my friend, Kris... too bad her eyes were closed. ;-)

Me with two of my favorite gals! Keri (on my right), the hostess, and Heather! Sure love these ladies!

And it would appear that they love me, too. :-)



I don't know WHAT was so funny, but I predict I'll be expressing a similar look in a few weeks for a different reason! ;-)

Can't forget the dad... "I love my daddy"

Love the ruffles on the butt!

Darling Keri. What a great shower!

Kiki at 32 Weeks

It's funny, some days it feels like I'm not this far along yet and that I've not been pregnant this long, and other days I think "Yikes! Only that much more to go?! It's getting close and she'll be here before we know it!"

It's all such a miraculous and interesting journey and process. Feeling her movements never gets old and Karina loves kissing my belly and feeling her sister move (especially when she has the hiccups!). It's very tender (let's just hope it stays somewhat that way...).

We really need to agree on a name for this sweet little angel... sigh... Karina likes the name "Japanese". ;-)

If anyone is wondering why my energy level is so limited, this is why:

Easter Festivities

Easter Graphic Comments

Karina got to color eggs this year for the first time, and BOY, did she LOVE it!

The proud artist

Every year, our neighborhood has an Easter egg hunt and breakfast at the park across the street. It's so much fun! Karina was patiently awaiting the green light for three-year-olds...

Heavy loot, Mom!

YUMMY loot, too!

On Easter morning she was (needless to say) thrilled to rummage through all the goodies the Easter bunny brought her. But, the chocolate bunny was (of course) the favorite! This "egg" definitely didn't fall far from the tree. ;-)

We went to church and then went out for a lovely lunch with our dear Linda!

We ended the day with one more Easter egg hunt in our own backyard.

What a rip off, Mom! The Easter bunny left this one empty!

Assessing one more time...

It was a good day. :-)

3D Ultrasound Shots-30 Weeks

I just love these! Ah... technology today.

Ain't it grand?!

Love the hair... We are SO excited to meet her!

Open eyes!

Love the tongue...

I also got video in 3D and if I can figure out how to post it, I will!

Our Silly Monkey Girl

Karina didn't understand why it's uncomfortable for me to bend over, so Mark put a towel under her jacket as a "mock pregnant belly" and she loved it! She wanted to be like Mom... :-)

If there's a climbing opportunity to be had, Karina will find it.


Currently her favorite hang out spot

When she saw these pics, she said "Climbaholic!" Guess she's been listening to me. ;-)