Baby blom is a girl!!!!

Just wanted to share our great news!!! Allie will be a big sister!!!
Baby girl has all the things she needs, her heart beat is strong, her body is growing right, and she is right on track!!

This was the only ultra sound well get from now on. Before Allie was born they didn't do the 3D ultra sounds so this was really cool for us to see her like this. I love that you can see her like that. You can't tell who she'll look like but the way things go in my family the babies always look like their dads. Allie is Brad's twin and is so cute I'm fine if she turns out the same way....I wont say I'll be upset if she gets dark hair like me :)

The last pic below is the "gender" photo, Im not sure how well you can make it out but the tech said the three dots mean girl.

Were so excited for our new additon to come along. I wont have to gather many things since we kept most of Allie's things.

August



August has been a pretty crazy month! I'm sad that its almost over because that means the pools will close but well be on to nicer weather and new adventures. Im going to apologize in advance for how many pic will be in this post. Since this will most likely be the only one for August I have to get it all in. There were hair cuts, carnivals, petting zoos, growing bellies, gardening, playground, birthdays, and so much more this month.

Well start with the hair cut. Allie has had her hair trimmed a few times before but this was the first **hair cut**. It was just time. I loved those long golden locks but after fighting with a 4 year old on a nightly bases it just became too much. Some had to go. If I would have let them go an inch shorter we could have gave to locks of love...now looking back I should have done it. I have a sister and a mother in law who both do hair but when we are around them there are too many distractions to sit and stay still to have this serious project to take place. I pick up Allie from school, tell her what we are going to do. "No WAY mom" she wanted nothing to do with it. She loves her long hair. She forgets the fights. I tell her she can pick what she wants and after we'll go to Target and she can pick out something for being so good. That sealed the deal. Off we go.....

She did great. Better then I. She sat up there like a big girl and talked to the lady like she goes all the time. I sat off to the side trying not to be a distraction. I was sad. Sad that my baby is so grown and talks like she is 16. It gave me a moment to reflect on how beautiful of a women she is going to be someday. (ok Im emotional I can't help it). Aftar all was done. She looked great and was excited about how good she did and a Dora movie was the prize.

Off to the Carnival and petting zoo. I met my sisters and mom for breakfast knowing what we were going to do that day. We called it the "C" word because you can't tell Allie anything in advance or she wont stop talking about it. After breakfast we went back to my moms to swim and a nap. Allie said "MOM I want to go to the C!" It was so funny. She had no idea what the C was but she wanted to do it! And she wanted to do it NOW! She knew from the way we talked it would be something fun and exciting.

She got a little more then she bargained for. See that Camel, he loved Allie's hair. He was so tall his neck could reach her and he wanted to eat her hair, it freaked Allie out. Next we rode the swings....see how much fun she had? Her pregnant mother had to sit next to her...not so much fun.

It was all worth it for that smile!



18 Weeks



My belly is growing...faster then I thought possible. I feel the baby move alot. Just like a popcorn machine right now. Allie loves to whisper to the baby and tells it to come out all the time. She is really hoping for a sister of corse dad wants a boy. We find out what we are having on September 9th...our 5 year anniversary. I had a really exciting date planed for us and it started with finding out the sex but the Army stepped in and is taking Brad the week before so he'll miss the appointment. We get to record all of it and I'll have the nurse write down the sex and I'll wait for Brad to get home to open it. I don't want to know the surprise with out him.

So August has been great, summer has been fun but Im SO looking forward to cooler temps, turning leaves, and pumpkins!!!!


***And here are 2 other pic I want to add just because***

one of my fav ever of her!

loves the dirt!















Girls weekend 2011

Girls weekend 2011 was the 12th time we have done girls weekend!!!

Its a nice relaxing way for all the women in my family to get away from the stress of everyday life and just have fun. No men, children, or pets are allowed. We eat lots of food, drink lots of beer (expect me this time), and have fun! There is usually never a dull moment with most of the ladies that come. My family is a rare bread of women. I think most of them are proud to be called a hoosier but they make it the most fun!

The pic is not the best of me or of most of us but it shows how much we don't care while we are there and how much sun and fun we had most of the weekend. I'm so happy to have a family that continues to stay together and support each other. I was pretty much treated like a baby for the most part all weekend because of being pregnant. I didn't mind since most of the time it was a 100*!

This is such a short post because "What happens at girls weekend....stays at girls weekend"

Allie turns 4

Sunday was Allie's 4th birthday.

I spent most of the weekend preparing for family dinner that was not going to be a party. I woke up early on Saturday and cut the grass, hosed off the patio, driveway, and carport, trimmed the tree, washed my car, Spring cleaned the house, and went shopping. That was all before 3 when Brad got home from drill. When he got home they took a nap and I continued to clean. After the woke up we went to Chuck E Cheese. She always has such an amazing time there. She loves all the excitement, kids, and tickets! When we got home a few friends of ours came over and Allie was full of energy. Normally by 10 if she isn't sleeping were doing what we can to get her to go to sleep. This time since it was her birthday weekend we let her have her fun. Once midnight came around and we sang happy birthday to her it was time for bed.

Waking up on Sunday was exciting. She already thought her birthday was over because at school on Friday they sang to her and we went to Chuck E Cheese the night before. Must be confusing for a 4 year old to have so many celebrations. After finally convincing her that TODAY was her birthday she made me sing happy birthday to her over and over and over. We went to the store and bought food for dinner. Came home and filled up her pool that she wasn't allowed to get in until later (torture I know).

Family and Friends arrived around 4. I didn't want to BBQ because it was already 97* outside so I though it would be smart to bake 2 pans of lasagna and garlic cheese bread! Thankfully it wasn't too bad because my house is the size of a matchbox and its not hard to keep cool. Allie was so super excited for everyone to be there for her. She owned it too. She kept saying "OK everybody its time to eat" "Okay everybody I'm going to open my presents now". She was in no way shy to show that it was HER party. She got clothes, shoes, jewelry, barbies, puzzles, money, and gum. She couldn't wait to open it all and play.

I had a hard time keeping my pregnant emotions in check for most of the day. I kept reflecting on what time it was and what we were doing 4 years before. It is just so amazing how time moves so fast. In these 4 years I have learned more then I ever thought possible. My sweet baby has taught me how to grow up, to love, to nurture, to be me. I never knew my heart could hold so much love and pride for someone. I think God everyday for her and I'm so glad she chose me to be her mommy.


Here are a few pic of Allie wearing some new things she received on her birthday....

Feeling good!!!

Today is the first day in 3 weeks that I have really felt good. It didn't start off so good but with a good mind set and determination I feel good now! :)

This pregnancy is so much different then the first. I remember being so tired with Allie and feeling sick but not to this degree. This time I can't sleep and I feel like crap all the time!

I went to the doctor last Friday and I was thinking I was 9 weeks according to my cycle but the baby was only measuring 7 weeks. Baby Blom had a strong little flashing heart beat. My cycle was so off before I got pregnant the doctor said that he was sure that I ovulated later then I thought I did. My due date as of now is January 25, 2012.

So with my new attitude and banana muffins I will try and have a good day every day! I'm looking forward to my second trimester so these days will be gone.

Struggling!

This week has been a struggle. I'm sick. I'm tired. I'm sick of being sick and tired! I'm not sure if I'm thankful or not to not be hugging the toilet all the time but I feel like at any second I could be. Sometimes I wish I would just so I could feel better but I'm not sure if it will or not.

Heading in to week 8 in a few days so hopefully I only have 4 more weeks of this. I can't imagine feeling like this for 9 months.

Our first doctors appointment in June 10th. If things go the same way they did with Allie I will get to see Baby Blom. I know s/he will only be a little bean but it will be exciting to see along with the flashing heart beat. Allie also has a doctor's appointment that morning so I took the day off.

After were all done and everything is fine we are heading to the water park. I hope that the weather will be nice for us that day so we can enjoy it together.

Finally

Drum roll please....

We are pregnant!!!! WHOOP WHOOP! After 10 L...O...N...G months of trying, tracking, and let down God has blessed us with a Baby Blom!!

Right now I am 6 weeks and 3 days with only 237 days to go (thank you count down widget). My due date is January 15, 2012 (unconfirmed).

So far I am feeling good with only a bit of heart burn but that's nothing a little tums can't help. I'm looking forward to the months ahead and a growing belly. Allie really doesn't understand what is going on and I think until I have big belly she wont get it. I know she will be a great big sister but I'm sure she will be jealous.

So our hearts are overflowing with joy at this time. It kinda seems unreal even to me since as of now I still feel normal.

My last post 'why why why'...was about why wasn't I pregnant when it seemed everyone else around me was...some with out trying. I know God has a plan for me and my family and I just have to trust in Him. As soon as I stop my plan His plan took over.
Good things come to those who wait...and those who lay it down and trust in God get what He has in HIS plan.