Welcome to 2008! It is looking to be a crazy, exciting, busy, and fun time in our lives. I am going to cut to the chase and let everyone know that our family is growing! Peeper is going to have a little brother or sister- not of the 4 legged variety either!! We found out this past Sunday and are super excited (as are our moms and dads- this will the first on each side.) We were bummed to not be able to tell both sets of parents in person. We left Travis’ parents on Jan. 1 and didn’t find out anything until Jan. 6th! Therefore, Travis called and told them and his mom was so excited that she cried! We waited ALL WEEK (super hard thing to do) and told my parents yesterday in person. Actually, we didn’t tell them…Peeper did! I wanted to include him since he is an important part of our family and he shared the news excellently!
Here is what we did… We wrote on 1 pacifier “I’ll be a big brother” and then wrote on a 2nd one “on 9-14-08.”
We were watching the Patriots play football and everyone (including my grandma) was in the room and Travis told Peeper there was something in my purse for him. So they went over to my purse and plundered for a bit and Travis put his collar with the pacifiers on it around his neck.
He then jumped in my lap and went over to my mom’s. She kept asking, “what’s that on his collar?” and when she read them, she looked at me and said, “Are you pregnant?” and when I said, “yes,” she immediately picked up her cell phone and called half of Mississippi, all of South Carolina, and half of North Carolina. It was hilarious! My grandma just looked at me and said, “Are you serious?” and when I told her we were she just laughed. It was priceless!!Anyway, that is all we know right now. I go for my first doctor’s visit on Feb. 1st. I am 5 weeks along and feeling great. I hope that continues! I do get tired in the early afternoon and don’t have problems falling asleep at night, but I am not complaining about being sleepy. I love sleep! I ended up taking 2 pregnancy tests because Travis didn’t believe me- so if you need additional proof, here is is:
In other news, Travis used his Christmas money to buy a lathe and some wood turning tools. He is currently set up in our other bedroom, which will eventually be transformed into a nursery, but not immediately. That way, he can continue to make things. He has made some AWESOME pens so far. I will tell you more about those later! Here is a picture of him playing on his lathe.
Also, Travis’ mom finished off my Willow Tree nativity this Christmas. I had all the main parts (Mary, Joseph, Jesus, shepherds, wise men, and the creche) but she finished it by giving me the new animals that were added this year (goat and ox,) the angel and angel stand, and the star backdrop. I leave this nativity up year-round because I love it so much and am so excited to have the “complete set.” When we returned from our travels, I think arranging and rearranging my new pieces and my old ones was the first thing I did. Needless to say, I was excited! Here is a picture of the entire thing!
I also pooled my Christmas cash and my spending money and got a hard-drive video camera. We are super-excited about this camera and both enjoy using it. Get ready for some videos to be added to our blog- especially once Boudreaux makes its appearance.
A Family Update…
January 13, 2008
Mom
Jan 13, 2008 @ 21:41:42
Boudreaux !! What a name! I love it! I told everyone at FBC Bay St. Louis and Old Spanish Trail Baptist Mission this morning! Soooooo everybody on the Gulf Coast knows now!
Love you four!
Mom
Jenny Riddle
Jan 14, 2008 @ 08:21:40
How fun! What a creative way to let everyone know! That’s so funny b/c the other day I was thinking, “I wonder when Travis and Stephanie will have a baby.” ha ha ha! Congrats! I pray for a safe and healthy pregnancy!
Jenny Riddle
Jan 14, 2008 @ 12:18:30
As far as we’re concerned, there’s no plans for a two-legged addition to the family anytime soon. This puppy has been enough to quench any desire to have a baby . . . at least for a while anyway. ha! Seriously, though, we realize that we are absolutely not at a point where we are ready to add something else to the mix. We’ve had numerous major life changes over the four years that we’ve been married, and we need a little time to get our footing again. A baby anytime soon might just push one or both of us over the edge. Thanks for reading our blog. I’ll try to update it soon.
joy
Jan 14, 2008 @ 13:19:45
Congratulations!!!! (Again)
It’s going to be a blast. Enjoy your sleep now. 🙂
Jason Peck
Jan 15, 2008 @ 16:06:30
Congratulations!!! Theresa and I are excited for both of you. You are going to love being parents. Just remember that there is a reason God gives you nine months to prepare. Even though you may not think you will ever be ready, it will all be fine.
Ginny Center
Jan 16, 2008 @ 11:33:38
SUPER YAY!!
I’m so excited for you guys! Congratulations! I hope you continue to feel good. If it’s a girl, please don’t buy too many clothes because Sofia didn’t even wear half of hers and i can give you a ton. Keep us posted!
Ashley Neighbors
Jan 17, 2008 @ 14:22:12
Congratulations! How exciting! I can’t wait for you to join the ranks of parenthood—-it is so much fun! I hope we get to see you sometime soon! Let us know if you are planning a visit to South Carolina! By the way has this news made your mom and dad pack a moving truck yet? Love ya!
Bernie and Michelle Hawkins
Jan 19, 2008 @ 17:07:21
Congratulations!!! We know that you both will make wonderful parents, and Peeper will be a great big brother. Best wishes during your pregnancy. Can’t wait to see you all.
Love, Bernie and Michelle
Nathan Neighbors
Jan 28, 2008 @ 20:26:12
Wow, my “little sister” is going to be a mom. Congratulations! It’s been along time since the Datsun days of South Florence High School carpool and Cascade Ave living. We’re so happy for you both and can’t wait to hear more updates on all the progress of baby. Who knows maybe even, babies…