Gettin' Ready

This is a friend of mines sweet little 4 month old. I got to babysit her during my kid's naptime/quiet time recently. I had told Bailey that there might be a surprise for her after quiet time was over and it was that baby Luna was over. Bailey (after quiet time is over) comes into the living room, sees Luna on the floor, and with huge round eyes says "Mommy, is that baby Blair?". If only that's how it happened and that it was that easy. We talked about how when Blair comes that mommy with be in the hopsital and that my belly won't be so big anymore. Anyways, the kids had fun playing baby (if you can't tell by the 3 babydolls surrounding Luna) and I got a chance to see what life with 3 is going to be like.

Bailey also showed me that she can play the surprise after naptime game too and this was her baby Blair in her tummy.

The getting ready continued this past Saturday when Bailey and I went on a date to a sibling prep class at the hospital. Each kid brought a baby doll and we practiced all kinds of things like diaper changes, swaddling, bathtime, and bottle feeding. It was really cute! Then, we got to go see the Labor & Delivery Rooms, the newborn nursey, and the Post Partum Rooms. Bailey really enjoyed it, but really just wants to know when HER sister will be here.

 

When we got home we had to show off our swaddling skills and Tori was perfect for the job. : )

Not so sure she will play along at first

but eventually gives in.

That evening was my baby shower and we are now loaded up on diapers, wipes, clothes, and lots of other fun stuff! I have some very creative, crafty, & resourceful friends- just check out some of the decorations. As usual I didn't do a good job of taking pictures, but I added the few I did get.

Cupcakes

Buffet

Handsewn pumpkin party favors

Sister picture with honorary sister Martha

Ali & I

Gigi & Nana

One of the gifts. Let's just say I will be cashing in on this one.

Thank you to my hostess with the mostesses and for everyone who came. It was a very special night!

Lastly, Luke finished to-dos #2 and #3 of 4 recently. I now have beautiful flowers beds to come home to daily! After a year of having dead and dying shrubs and then a year of nothing, this is such a warm addition to the front of the house. I also have an amazing re-finished dresser (passed on by Franny). So, the baby nook of our room is ready! I have told him it's okay if the last to-do doesn't get done, which is painting the bathrooms and an accent wall in the kitchen although I won't complain if he does finish it. : ) Needless to say I am very, very, very thankful for my husband's handiness and willingness to complete projects. 

So Blair I give you permission to come now : ). I would love to spend my sleepless nights snuggling with you instead of watching tv or reading or blogging. We are ready to meet you.

Hopefully my next blog entry will be that a baby is here.