Preparing for the Holidays



Kiley and I created gum drop trees!



Decorating cookies...this one was topped with NERDS

Kiley enjoyed marshmellow snowmen cookies

We also had time for a quick trip to the park

This is Sally, our Elf.  We sure are going to miss her.

Christmas Eve...leaving Santa cookies

Our gum drop creations

Kiley, so proud of her tree

The girls...preparing for Santa

Kiley eating the NERD cookie. It was a little much for her.

Ally, my happy girl



Kiley and Dad making our sticky buns for Christmas day.



The Sticky Buns....so tasty!

I enjoyed having a full week off before Christmas just hanging out with my girls. Kiley stayed really busy, baking cookies, creating holiday decorations and ornaments, finding Sally, singing lots of Christmas carols, eating tons of candy and cookies, and spending a few hours at the park.   Oh, and watching the Grinch, like a thousand times! Hopefully I will update more on Christmas and our trip home soon. Happy Holidays everyone!  Looking forward to 2011 and making new memories! 

Thanksgiving until now....

December 13th

Sickness strikes again. Kiley has been diagnosed with pneumonia and Ally is being tested for whooping cough and RSV. Breathing treatments, breathing treatments, medicine and medicine…..

December 11th

Ally has two teeth! Chewing and chewing on everything! She has also become quite brave with her pulling up. We are still not quite crawling, but she gets on all fours, moves her knees, then tumbles on her belly (she can do this until she reaches her object). She will also set herself back up into her sitting up position. It won’t be long and she will be unstoppable!



December 7th

Ally pulled up all by herself! I knew we were getting close! She had been pulling up on things, but never did I let her do it “all by herself”. However, with JC being out of town, Ally was able to have some time to explore (without her worry wart mom standing by at all times). I turned to check on her and she was standing! She had pulled herself up onto her little car and started moving it. These “BABY STEPS” are moving way too fast!

December 4th

Kiley had her first daycare friend, birthday party. I had an enjoyable time watching her at Rockdale Gymnastics celebrating with her friend, Kyra. Kyra and Kiley have been in daycare together from the beginning…baby room, to ones, twos/threes, and now moving on up to the big 4s and preschool next year. Yikes! My baby is growing up! They had lots of fun!

Kyra and Kiley trying to put their cheeks together for the picture.  Didn't quite "get it"! 



Rock Climbing!




December 2nd

We had a chili evening in downtown Monroe at the Christmas Parade. It was a very big parade that we enjoyed with red noses, hot coffee and coffee milk for Kiley. The parade consisted of church floats, the local football team, cheerleaders, local dance studios, bands and more bands, baton twirlers, and ended with Santa appearance!



Ally was just as happy as she could be during the parade.



Daddy and his girls! 



Silly little, Kiley!





November 28th

Kiley had her first big movie premier with just mommy, Toy Story 3. (However, this is not a newly released movie.) When I gave Kiley the choice to see Tangled or Toy Story, obviously, Toy Story was her pick. While at the movie, of course, we had to have coke, popcorn and candy. It was funny to watch Kiley because she had recently been sick with the flu and she was trying everything to stay awake. I found it funny, when she leaned over about ¾ into the movie and said, “Mommy, the fire is coming”. A little puzzled, I continued to watch and sure enough, fire. Then, “Mommy, they are all going to hold hands,” whispered Kiley. I quickly responded, “Kiley, have you seen this movie before?” “Yes Mommy, at school!” stated Kiley, annoyed that I interrupted her. So much for the excitement of seeing a new movie, however, it was what she wanted to see. I am proud of her behavior and enjoyed our mommy/daughter time. Can’t wait to go back….maybe to see Tangled. 







Kiley all set to go to the movies.  Her purse was filled with goodies!







Thanksgiving Break

Kiley and Ally

I was really looking forward to having an entire week off for Thanksgiving this year.  It was going to be bittersweet... no company and no traveling.  I wanted to meet friends at the park, take Kiley out to McDonald's (one of her favorites) and just enjoy my time with both my girls.  Like usual, things did not go according to plan.  My first Sunday of vacation, Kiley began to cough (A LOT), complain of stomach aches  and spiked a fever.  After 2 days of trying to cure her ourselves, we opted for the doctor.  Kiley had her first "Flu Bug".   

While at the doctors office, I mentioned to the doctor that our nights were horrible. Kiley's coughing was keeping us up, and Ally was fussy and  not sleeping either.(With Ally, I assumed it was teething.)    Dr. Julie was quick to remember that Ally is a very happy baby and wanted to check her ears.  Sure enough!!  One ear was infected and the other had cloudy fluid on it.

My week long vacation was very busy keeping up with my needy girls. It has now been a week and Kiley is just now back to normal.   I am thankful though...thankful that we didn't travel, thankful that I WAS on vacation and able to be home with them, and mostly thankful that I am "mom"(even though it is very difficult, challenging and tiring!). 

Our family has so much to be thankful for, I am not even going to try to put it in words.

Our Latest Photos

What a beautiful time for photos!  It just so happens to be
Ally's 6 month portrait time.  I had no idea how challenging it could be trying to get 2  children to look at the camera at the same time and try to smile.  The day was cold, the girls had snot noses, but all in all, I think they did great!    Also, can you tell that Kiley is starting to enjoy being photographed?   The photographer was trying to get her to pose, and all she did was flap her arms like chicken wings (like she does when she cheers for the falcons).  It's her and daddy's "dirty birds" dance.  Makes me giggle a little.  Enjoy!

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Fanning 6 Months
Password:  Kiley

The Fanning Girls went Bananas!

Happy Halloween everyone. This year, we asked Kiley what she wanted to be for Halloween. After glancing through the Pottery Barn Magazine and Wishcraft by Chasing Fireflies, she decided to be a Skunk! (Really, a skunk? I was thinking something cute and girly.) Anyway, a skunk is what it was going to be and Kiley decided that Ally had to one too! However, while traveling in Illinois, we actually smelled a skunk and Kiley was quick to change her mind! For a while, we weren't sure what they were going to be.  I tried to give her ideas, but it wasn't until after watching our favorite Ya Gabba Gabba: Halloween episode that she made her choice.  Bananas! We tried to convince her to be a monkey and Ally a banana, but that wasn't going to happen. Anyways,  thank you, Yo Gabba Gabba, for making us bananas for Halloween this year!  The bananas turned out cuter than I imagined!







Halloween Night
Getting ready to Trick or Treat!

Don't fall in the Spider Webs (Pumpkin Party)



The Girls
Kiley always has a difficult time with pictures because she is always concerned about Ally and getting her to smile.

Such Sisterly Love

Trick or Treat!

Kiley at the Pumpkin Party--Getting ready for the Pinata

Ally: Halfway to one

Not really sure where the time has gone...but it continues to go quicker every day!  Ally is sitting up, eating chopped up tiny food, grabbing everything in sight and chewing it, laughing, babbling, blowing "raspberries", rolling all over the place and truly is a joy!  It won't be long and the little peanut will  be crawling.  She is already starting to army crawl around or trying anyway and I don't think it will be long until we see a tooth.   Her little personality is showing more and more....  JC thinks she is alot like him. (Oh, no! Not looking forward to the teenage years if this is true!)   I will say that she does have JC's sense of humor though.  I on the other hand think she is bubbly and happy, like me.  Perhaps, a good mixture of both!

Ally: 6 months

height:  26in (75%)

weight:  15lbs (25-50%)
head cir:  42 (25-50%)

Kiley playing peek a boo with Ally

I love how much Kiley enjoys playing with her little sis, although it can be very nerve racking at times! Tonight, Peek A Boo made Ally all smiles.  She is becoming very vocal!

Just Being 3

Sometimes there is no other way to say it, except she's 3. And, I will have to say that yes, "the threes" are probably worst than the "terrible twos".  Not that I think that Kiley is bad...she is just 3!  We hear a lot of "You're not my best friend!" and "No? You don't want me to touch her!"  referring to helping with Ally.  Occasionally, we do get the "No!" and we have seen numerous fits complete with tears, melting to the floor ...you get the picture.

What I was not really aware of was the manipulation of a three year old.  The other night, Kiley and JC were "fighting" over a spot on the couch.  Kiley wanted to sit where dad was and he simply wasn't having it.  Kiley gave up and went towards her playroom.  Within minutes, she came running out, yelling for daddy to come and get the monsters.  She was scared they were going to get her!  As a good daddy should, he went to scare the monsters away.  All the while, Kiley climbed up on the couch in daddy's spot.  "Ha! Ha!  I took daddy's spot!" stated Kiley complete with a slyish grin! I couldn't control my laughter at this.  I was so taken by surprise that all I could do was laugh. 

I have found a great side of being 3 as well,  the conversations are fantastic.  However, I'm not sure just how much is true.  We hear all sort of stories and then when she really has our attention and we want to know the answer, she will start talking in gibberish.  Which I have no idea where she learned this from or why she does it.  At three, I guess you are trying to see how far you can push mom and dad's buttons, find some independence, fight for attention  (especially when mommy and daddy are trying to have a conversation) and soaking up every word of our conversations (even when we don't want her to listen).  JC and I are learning oh so much about our daughter being 3!

At 3, Kiley is also still a great helper with Ally.  I can already see the bond growing between them.  In fact, I was told by her school teacher, that when Kiley gets upset,  they let her go see Ally.  I know just yesterday, Kiley fell on the playground, skinned up both knees, and baby Allyson helped to make it all better by simply giving Kiley a big smile and hug.  I am having so much fun watching them grow. 

And yes, the 3's are challenging, but I know what is ahead of us....and it is really, pretty much terrifying!

2010 Stone Mountain Chili Cookoff

The F & L Chili crew of 2010! It's been five years since F & L was established. Thanks for the memories!

A bunch of first timers: Bites to Flights

Aug. 23 First Bites for Ally
Ally hit the four month mark. What a sweet baby she is! I am not just saying that, even the daycare staff said she is a very happy and easy going baby. (Like me, of course! He He) I also received comments at the mall last week about how much she smiles. Anyway, at four months, I was reminded, that I needed to introduce solids. So, rice cereal was introduced. Wow! I had forgotten that I actually had to teach Ally how to open her mouth and eat. Oh, how much you forget! Since this adventure started, I have now also introduced sweet potatoes and bananas and squash. Sweet potatoes are by far her favorite. I could not spoon them in fast enough. She was grabbing my hand, shoving the spoon in her mouth. She ate ½ the jar! Go Ally. The bananas… not so much. Kiley was quick to finish those off. In fact, Kiley has tried all the different kinds of baby food. I am so very proud of my older daughter, she is patiently waiting for the day she will get to feed Ally. Which she was able to spoon in one bite, yesterday Sept. 13th.

September 10 : First Dentist Appointment for Kiley
For those of you that know my daughter, she can act a little shy and can be very stubborn. JC and I were both dreading this day, because you never know how she is going to act (or react). At home, Kiley was not real keen on brushing her teeth, nor did we really set up a good routine for this. (Bad Parenting , I know.) However, she did ask on many occasions for me to floss her teeth. Which I was happy to do! The big day to the dentist arrived and my wonderful husband had the honor of taking Kiley to her first dentist appointment.

The experience was amazing and the dental hygienist was nothing less than outstanding. The first order of business for the dental hygienist ( before Kiley even sat in the chair) was to identify every tool she had on her tray. She allowed JC is practice with Kiley and touch every tooth before she began. Kiley actually sat on JC’s lap the entire time (reason there are no pictures). The dental hygienist showed Kiley how she was going to clean her teeth on her fingernail before she began because it was going to tickle. The experience was fantastic. Kiley came home with her bag of goodies, equipped with blue latex gloves, kid floss, a new tooth brush, toothpaste and extra little flossing tools that were wild in color and texture. Let ‘s hope in 6 months, we have the same experience. When I walked in the door, Kiley was quick to put on her gloves and show me all her tools. What a big girl! I am so proud!


Sept. 18: Ally’s First Plane Ride
We will see how it goes!

We are traveling back to Illinois this month (Already traveled by car Labor Day Weekend) for my 15 year class reunion. JC and I are excited for another night out without kids. (Not that we don't enjoy spending time with our kids, but in 4 months, we have been out twice. JC has been many late nights and this working mom is tired!) We have babysitters lined up and a designated driver, just in case.(Thanks, Mom and Dad!) Our last trip home we also had a night out thanks to my in-laws. We feel very spoiled as do the kids! More to come later!

Kiley at Three

Height: 42 inches

Weight: 41 pounds

I really can't believe Kiley is 3 already! It makes me happy and sad at the same time. Time truly flies by faster and faster each year.

Such a big girl, guess daddy bought her the basketball hoop for a reason. Now, he just needs to be home to work with her on how to shoot a basketball. I am not sure I should be the one to teach her. I spent more time on the floor of the court, than shooting baskets!

Kiley's favorite shows right now are Wonder Pets, Toy Story, Shrek, and Whale Wars. She loves riding her jeep, especially when Daddy is mowing the yard. She enjoys swimming and even pretend swimming in the bathtub. She dips her nose in, closes her eyes and "dives" for toys. It is very entertaining to watch! She also loves to help Mommy and Daddy cook. I have also been watching her mimic me and Ally with her dolls. It's weird when you can hear exactly what you sound like when you listen to her.

Kiley has also developed her Daddy's love for animals. She loves going to the zoo, feeding the animals at the local game ranch and petting every dog that walks in her path. At home, she enjoys taking care of her stuff animals and pretending to be a vet when they are injured.

At this time, she also enjoys being a big sister! What a big help she can be! I can count on her to fetch items and rock Ally when I need a little help trying to get out the door. I am truly blessed to have such a good helper. I hope it continues.

Happy Birthday, Kiley!

Well, there is only one way to celebrate your 3rd birthday and that is to have 3 parties! Kiley was pretty set on having a "blue" birthday cake and NO balloons(since the last balloon she had popped on the ceiling, she has not wanted any balloon since). We did our best in making her happy.

First party: Hilton Head, SC with Grandma Pam, Grandpa Bill, Uncle Billy, Aunt Michele, Cousin Will, Mommy, Daddy and Allyson.

Second Party: Monroe, GA with Grandma Sara, Mommy, Daddy and Allyson. Grandma Sara helped Mommy create a blue butterfly cake for Kiley. It wasn't nearly as difficult as I thought it would be. Kiley had a great time helping and eating the icing.

Third and Final Party(Thank goodness!): Monroe, Ga with the Lance, Teck, Flannagan, Connor, Wassel, Waters, and Gilbert (represented by Steve) Families. We are so fortunate to have such great friends and family to celebrate with! The kids (and adults) had an awesome time sliding down the 20 foot water slide. I have to admit, I think I had just as much fun as the kids did...until the next day. The older bodies did not bounce back as easily as the kids did. Thank you all that joined us to celebrate Kiley's big day!

Ally: 2 months

Weight: 10lbs. 2 oz (25-50 percentile)

Height: 23 inches (75 percentile)

Head Cir. 38 (25 percentile)

Ally is doing great. She goes to bed around 9:30-10:30 pm and wakes between 5:00 and 7:00 am. Not too bad for 2 months. We could not be happier. She is a great and an easy going baby. We hope she stays that way. She is really smiling big and talking.

Freak out!

Episode 1: While in Illinois, the girls and I, went traveling all over to visit with family and friends. One day we decided to visit my Aunt Teresa, who had a house full of girls for Kiley to play with. What an easy and fun afternoon this will be, so I thought. After visiting for a while, all of us drove less than a mile over to my cousin's house so that the girls could go swimming. Within minutes, Kiley was screaming and crying. Wow! That is not what I expect to happen. She usually plays so well with others and I wanted her to have a good time. What was the problem? Come to find out, Kiley wanted this "blue cup" that was attached to the filter in the pool. The crying and screaming escalated. " I want the blue cup!" I tried all the usual techniques; showing her the cup and explaining why she could not have it, time-out, offering other things to distract her, tapping her on the butt...45minutes of this and I still could not calm her down. She was a mess, and so was I! My Aunt Teresa tried to help ,with 5 grown kids of her own and 8 grandchildren, she would calm her down for sure! Nope, Kiley was not going to have it. I was extremely embarrassed, I had never seen Kiley act like this before. My cousin, Heather, tried to give her every cup in her house to replace the blue cup she wanted, again Kiley refused.



I could not do it anymore, I grabbed up my stuff and off to the car we went. Kiley was now, kicking, screaming, crying and still wanting that darn blue cup! I continued to think, " this is NOT my child! I did not raise her to act like this!" Embarrassed, exhausted and not knowing what was going on with my child who was still acting like a fool, I called my husband so that he too could enjoy the pleasant noise my daughter was offering us. He was baffled himself! Finally, she cried herself to sleep. However, when she woke up and and later when I put her to bed, she continued say, "Mommy, I really wanted that blue cup!".



Episode 2, 6 days later: While in Illinois, we also took a day to go to the St. Louis Zoo. I was delighted that both my sisters where able to join us with my niece and nephew and my mom. Also, my Aunt Sherry and a friend of hers was able to come along too. The day turned out beautiful, and we were having a great time at the zoo. Until lunch, that is when Kiley snapped again. This time we were picnicking and the wind blew a paper plate off our blanket. Kiley flipped. She started picking up everything AFRAID it would all blow away. At first, it was a little funny. But then she went to extremes, taking every ones plate (whether they were finished or not) and then she started putting everything in the coolers, including the trash. She was really terrified that these items were going to blow way! Her heart was pounding and the look on her face was that of some real concern. Luckily, everyone was almost finished. We quickly put most things away. However, I was upset that she was acting this way. I tried to console her, but I couldn't even get her attention. She was absolutely frantic! I took her to the car, again she kicked and scream. After she calmed down, we returned to the picnic and she stared taking everyone's drink and tossing it into the cooler. She was terrified that everything was going to blow away. Quickly, we gathered our items and decided to return to the zoo. She was fine. Again, I was embarrassed and upset. However, this time I really felt like she was scared. I was also thinking she was a little OCD! In my mind, I was worried and how do you continue to go places worrying that at any minute she may freak out?



Is this normal for a 2, almost 3 year old? I don't know. I do know that it is embarrassing and out of my control when she snaps!



Things we have noticed to avoid her meltdowns:

At the pool:

Kiley will worry about the floaties and toys that are unattended. We work really hard to keep them out of the pool if they are not in use. She will not stop worrying that about the toys until they are out on the side of the pool. She can not get over the fear of them going down the drain....maybe this was what was bothering her about the blue cup in episode 1?!?! We are working hard on trying to explain to her that the toys float! She is getting better, be we are very aware of the toys and try hard to keep everyone happy!

Also she prefers a clean pool ( no bugs, leaves, or toys!), and will clean it if it is not up to her standards. OCD?



Eating Out:

We noticed that she would not eat her chips and salsa the other day at a restaurant of her choice. Why? Because we were out on the deck, and she didn't want her crayons, menu or drink to blow away. We ended up moving inside, so that we could at least eat in peace. However, throughout the entire meal, Kiley talked to us about the wind blowing.



For those of you that plan on play-dates and trips, please be kind to us as we are trying to get though this crazy time. Any suggestions?

Milestones: The 1st Month

Hard to believe that Ally is a month old! It has flown by so fast. Kiley is still very much obsessed with Ally asking for us to take a picture of the two of them, daily. Kiley really wants to help out, but it is scary how close she gets to her face, how hard she squeezes her and how grossed out I get when she touches her with not so clean hands (just some of the ways I get put on edge!). We are adjusting well, but our trip home to Illinois to visit with family will really help me out, although we will be missing daddy dearly. I have been keeping it together, even making nightly dinners for us, getting regular baths, and keeping up with the laundry. However, the house is a mess and if I can avoid going to the store, I DO!



In the first month, Ally has only gained a pound from her come home weight. She is now at 8lbs. 7 oz. A little on the low side, according to the doctor. Her weight is in the 50%tile. She has grown only a 1/2 inch (22inches total,now) which puts her in the 75%tile. We are amazed that yesterday she rolled over twice from her stomach to her back. Yeah! Go Ally. She is a mover! She also started smiling at us all the time. She is such a happy baby. Oh, and she can SLEEP! Last night, she slept 7 hours without waking us. Makes life easier for mom and dad, since we usually have to get up with Kiley during the night!

A recap of Ally's First Week (the parts I can remember, anyway)

On April 25th, Ally was released from the Northside Hospital with a promise to visit her pediatrician the following day. Ally had a jaundice level of 9. Not too concerning, since we knew we were being discharged and if it was really a high level we would not be leaving.

On returning to our home, we were greeting by my parents and our daughter. Kiley just could not get enough of Ally. However, I little cough and a red eye caught our attention very quickly. It would be two children going to the pediatrician!! Our first night was pretty good. Ally seemed to have her nights and days mixed up, but thankfully my dad does not sleep to well, and he was more than happy to entertain Ally at 3 in the morning! As far as during the day, Ally pretty much just slept. A new experience for JC and I, since Kiley never slept during the day as a newborn.

April 26-off the the pediatrician office. Kiley was diagnosed with Pink Eye and a viral cough. Great! We were told to keep the 2 children separated from each other. Seriously? What an impossible request! Ally's weight had dropped to 7lbs. 70z. from the 7lb 9oz the day before and her jaundice level jumped to a 14( level 20 could potentially cause brain damage). Not the news we wanted to hear. Ally would be returning to the peds office first thing tomorrow morning for another blood test and again on Thursday to check her weight. Our night was about the same as the night before and Grandma Sara was happy to help out at 4am! Thank goodness! I appreciate the help, my poor hubby had a big deadline at work so back to work for him for the rest of the week.

April 27-Peds office again. Ally's level went down very little, to a 13.5. Yeah! At least it was going down-no blood test until Thursday! My parents were still with me and what a help they were. Mom cooked and ran my errands for me. Dad played with Kiley and she had a great time. Misty came to visit.

April 28-Good day, even though we wished my parents a safe trip home. Amy and Caroline Teck visited us.

April 29-back the doctor's office. Ally's level went down again and her weight went up by 2.5oz. We will not be returning to the doctor's office until next Thursday. Yay! Ally is doing better at night...just up every 3 hours to eat. The hardest time of night is from 10-12.

April 30-Ally is a week old today! I just can't believe it! JC met his deadline so he was able to ditch out of work early to spend the afternoon with us. It was nice to have him home. Wish he had the entire summer off with us!

Welcome, Allyson Gray

Baby Allyson Gray was welcomed into the world on April 23, 2010 at 8:15 pm. She weighed 7lbs 14 oz. and 21.5 inches long. She is doing great!

What a great experience! I was admitted into the hospital at 7am to be induced. At 1:30, Dr. Simonsen broke my water. The epidural was given a little later and then we waited...and waited....and waited! At 8pm, we were getting set up to push! At 8:10 we started and Ally arrived within 5 minutes! She was placed on my stomach and JC cut the cord. She was cleaned up and my parents were able to join us in the room. Within the hour, she was nursing! Misty and Joey came to the hospital also,with our older daughter Kiley. (A big thank you to Misty and Joey for helping us with Kiley!) Kiley was so excited and welcomed her sister with open arms. All she wanted to do was hold her. She even became upset when the nurse came to check Ally and give her a bath. Luckily, Kiley was able to watch the nurse's every move. It was a great night and we are anxiously waiting for Kiley and my parents to visit us today!

Baby Update

Here are some new belly pictures that my good friend, Jennifer, took last weekend (39weeks) What great keepsakes these will be. After looking at my belly, I believe I look much bigger with this baby than with Kiley. Only time will tell if she is bigger or not. I have only gained 27 lbs. this time and 36 lbs. with Kiley. What a difference. It has nothing to do with my eating habits that is for sure. Must be that I chase a 2 1/2 year old around!

I guess these will be some of my last pregnancy photos. I am, at this time, sitting in my hospital bed with an IV of pitocin and penicillin. My progress has remained unchanged for the last 3 weeks, so this morning we elected to be induced. This morning I was dilated to 4 (1 cm more than yesterday) 50% effaced and around a -3, which I was at a neg. two yesterday (strange). We even had to double check that the princess had her head down! In just a few minutes Dr. Simonsen will be breaking my water. We are so looking forward to meeting the new addition to our family...a complete family of four!

It Happens

I feel so bad for my sweet daughter. While standing at our granite kitchen counter eating Apple Jacks, her step stool slid and she fell. Apple Jacks flying, Kiley crying and when I got to her, her lips were glossed with blood. I just knew she hit her teeth and was expecting them to just fall out when she opened her mouth. Thankfully, to my surprise, they were all intact and no puncture wounds on the outside of her face! She did, however, completely rip the tissue that attaches the teeth to the lips. I was amazed at how quickly she stopped crying, drank water and asked for more Apple Jacks. I am so thrilled that she is not injured as badly as I thought. However, I do just feel horrible for her. I know this is minor, and just a slight glimpse of some the blood we are going to see in the years to come. Maybe that is why I have this horrible guilt and knot in my stomach—because these kinds of things are going to happen and there is nothing we (parents) can do about it.

Only 4 weeks to go!

Here are my belly pics at 36 weeks. These next 4 weeks are going to fly by! We are so excited to meet are little peanut! I am feeling great and still moving around easily. As you can see, Kiley is ecstatic as well. She was so funny trying to show off her belly as JC was trying to take a few belly pictures. She looks like she is giving my belly a kiss, but she is actually giving the belly a zerbert or some people call it a raspberry. Anyway, we have been practicing how she is going to hold her little sister; Kiley insist that she is going to hold her on her shoulder and she can't wait to slide down the slide with her. Oh, how scary this may be....I will have to keep my eyes wide open. I will continue to update more often as I continue to grow!