Lots of changes…

I guess I have been on a blogging hiatus—not intentionally.  It has been so busy.  Ethan has grown so much; he will be 7 months old on October 9th!  I cannot believe how fast the time goes.  I have returned to work and my mom is watching Ethan.  I think they are both enjoying that!  He has his two bottom teeth (got those at 5 months) and it looks like his top teeth are starting to come in!  He is scooting all over the place.  Ethan hasn’t quite figured out crawling.  He is pulling up on things like his crib every morning—time to lower it!  At his 6 month checkup, he weighed (brace yourself) 19 lbs 3 ozs and he was 26 1/2 inches long!  He has also started eating solids.  It was very challenging at the beginning but he is doing much better!  I will post a future blog on that—we are making his food!  I never thought that would be something I would do but I love it!

Two weekends ago, I had my HS reunion! 10 years!  We made it a girls night.  Chelsea, Sarina, Wendi and I went.  It was a great time and it was nice to see everyone!  Dirk, Jeramy and Lindsey watched Ethan! 

Last Sunday was a very special day!  Ethan was dedicated to the Lord.  We attend Community Life Church here in Forney and it was a very nice ceremony.  We had the whole family with us and after church, we had a nice brunch!  Thanks everyone for coming!  Ethan, we promise to raise you in a loving, Christian home and teach you the ways of our Savior, Jesus Christ!!

I thought I would share some pictures from the summer and this past weekend!  Happy Fall everyone!!!

 

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{Ethan’s first time swimming!}

 

 

 

{Eating solids!  He loves his high chair!}

 

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{Our visit to the museum with Jonathan and Emily}

 

{All the kiddos after Ethan’s dedication}

Rolly Polly!

Ethan rolled over! I was so excited. We were having some tummy time and he just rolled onto his back like it was no big deal! He had done this a few weeks ago but I don't think it was intentional. He got very scared and burst into tears...but today he was happy and smiling! He is growing so fast!

Bath time!

Ethan loves the bath! One evening he was very upset and I couldn't figure out was wrong so as a last resort I decided to try the bath--instant peace and quiet! He laid on his frog mat and just looked around so curiously! I really enjoy bath time so I thought I would share a few pictures!

Going to the Chapel!

One of my best friends got married on April 24th.  It was a beautiful ceremony and fun reception!  She made a lovely bride!  I just wanted to share a few photos.  Congratulations Sarina and Brandon!

 

{getting our hair done}

 

{pretty flowers}

 

{putting the dress on}

 

{the girls}

 

{my family}

 

{mr. and mrs. moore}

 

Congratulations!  Love you both!

Ethan's little Parts.....

.....I love every one of them!

Giveaway!

I recently became a follower of Less Ordinary Designs blog and I love all of her invitations, announcements, and cards! You can see her blog by clicking on the link to right! She is giving away a custom sticker maker. It looks really useful and fun! Check out her blog and her etsy shop--great designs!

22 Days Old!

Time flies once you have a baby!  I can’t believe 22 days ago Ethan was born.  He is such a little miracle and blessing to our lives!  We absolutely love him!  I wanted to post some updated pictures!  He changes so quickly!

 

 

Happy Easter everyone!

ETHAN HAS ARRIVED!

Ethan Daniel Williams finally made his debut! He was born on March 9th at !:24 pm weighing 8 lbs, 6oz and 20 inches long. He is healthy and happy as are his mom and dad. We went into the hospital Monday evening to prepare for induction the next morning; however, I began to have contractions on my own so the labor and delivery went quickly and smoothly.

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{just arrived to the postpartum floor}

{about to head home}

He has already changed so much from these pictures! Thank you to everyone who came by the hospital and brought flowers, food, well wishes and more! We can thank you enough! Thanks to those who brought us dinner over the past couple of weeks! We really appreciate it! I will post more and new pics later!

My new sweet baby - Ethan Daniel!

As the day quickly approaches, I get more and more anxious wondering what Ethan will look like. I wonder if he will have Dirk's blue eyes and my brown hair or no hair at all? I created a couple of possibilities on the Internet! Take a look and see what you think!

{he looks mischievous}

{he looks like a girl}

Ethan--we can't wait to meet the real YOU!!!

Keeping things exciting!

I followed up with Dr. Martin yesterday, and like the last visit, Ethan wanted to add some excitement to the visit! I hadn't felt him move as much as normal but I wasn't worried because I HAD felt him and just thought maybe it was because I was out of my routine. Then Chris, the nurse, had a difficult time hearing a regular heartbeat. I got a little nervous. Dr. Martin was able to find it and it was normal at 140; however, she doesn't take things lightly and ordered an ultrasound. The sonographer couldn't get Ethan to wake up and didn't like the way he looked so we got sent to "maternity observation" at Baylor again. It was the same nurses, they are so awesome and remembered me. I was put on the monitor for about an hour and got another sono. He was perfect, just taking a good nap I guess! I go back Monday, the 8th. I will post again after that! Jessica--it's your birthday so maybe it will be the day!

Happy Birthday to my dad! I hope you have a wonderful day today! We had a great time hanging out on Sunday to celebrate. We are blessed with such an awesome family and friends! We love y'all. I am still a little bummed Ethan won't share today with you but at least he's got your name! Love you lots!

37 Weeks!

I went to see Dr. Martin on Friday. It was an exciting visit! I had my mom go with me and I am ever so glad she did. Let me back up and tell you about my day...

I woke up with a headache so I thought I would check my blood pressure. It was elevated--135/88. Normal is about 120/80. Then I started to see spots but they quickly went away so I got in the shower and went to work as normal. The morning was fine but around lunch time I started to feel lightheaded and flushed, so I had Ginni check my blood pressure. It was even higher--154/89. I knew Dr. Martin would not be happy with that so I left a little early to try to relax before my appointment. It didn't work. At her office it was 156/98! There was also some protein in my urine! So Dr. Martin immediately sent me over to "maternity observation" where they did some blood work, urine tests, several blood pressures, and monitored Ethan for about an hour or so. Dr. Martin told mom and me that if anything came back bad or if my blood pressure didn't go down, we could be having a baby! I told her I was ready but she quickly said, "Don't get it in your head, because I want you to labor on your own!" I was a little bummed. Well, everything was normal. After laying down for an hour my blood pressure came down to 116/65. That was better than pre-pregnancy for me. They sent me home on bed rest and I follow up on Monday or Tuesday with Dr. Martin. I hope on Monday or Tuesday she tells me we are going to induce or something because it has only been 2 days and I am tired of being home! It is really hard because I feel good! I will let you know what happens this week!

Sarina, Brandon, Jessica and Daniel--Dirk and I were so bummed to miss the shower! I hope you guys had a great time and got lots of good stuff! We love y'all and can't wait for the weddings! We do have gifts for y'all too :)

36 weeks

Time has been flying by and now all of a sudden--it STOPPED! It seems since my appointment Wednesday at 3:30, the time is dragging on. Maybe because I feel very anxious or maybe because we still have things to do before he comes or maybe because I am not sure when he will come!

I am 36 weeks and they did an ultrasound. Ethan is the size of a 38 1/2 weeker! He weighs approximately 7 lbs 6 oz. That is bigger than Jonathan was at full term! Dr. Martin thinks if I go to 40 weeks, he could weigh 9 1/2 to 10 lbs! She brought up the possibility of scheduling a c-section. It makes me a little nervous because it is surgery and a longer recovery! I want to try to deliver him but then again I don't want to be in labor for hours and wind up having a c-section anyway! The good news is that my body is already starting to make some progress. Ethan is head down and low in my pelvis, I am 1 cm dilated, and 50% effaced so maybe he will come in a couple of weeks! Please pray that happens and he doesn't get too big! I go back on Friday so I will keep you posted!

Ethan's 2nd Baby Shower

Our wonderful friends threw Dirk, Ethan and me a baby shower last night. It was a "couple's shower" at Nick and Sam's Grill in Uptown. Once again, Ethan is very loved and received a lot of great baby items. It was so fun to hang out with good friends!

{the girls}

{friends from work and their hubbies}

{jano and me}

{pam and me}

{dirk, neil, janice, alex & pam}

{daniel, jessica, wendi & jeramy}

It was decorated so cute with balloons, party favors, a very very cute cake, a super adorable diaper cake that Chastity made for us, and a ceramic plate for everyone to sign! The plate is so special to us because Dirk proposed to me on a plate covered with chocolate strawberries and then our wedding guests signed a plate and now Ethan has a plate to remember his shower by! Everything was so thoughtful and wonderful!

{favors filled with m&m's that said, "It's a boy" and kisses}



{yummy cake}

{diaper cake--thanks, chastity}

{plate}

Even a celebrity showed up for the big event :) Holly Madison, Hugh Hefner's ex-girlfriend, was at the restaurant. I tried to get a good picture of her but didn't work so well. Wendi was going to ask her to take a picture with Ethan and I but I got nervous!!! I didn't want to invade her privacy too much. Do you think I could sell the picture to Us Weekly?

{internet picture}

{my attempt as a paparazzi}

Thank you everyone for coming and all the wonderful gifts! We love each and everyone of you and know Ethan will too. We are so blessed to have y'all in our lives!

Winter Wonderland

I can't believe all the snow we received. I think it is the most I have ever seen in Texas! Dirk measured the snow--10.5 inches! We built a snowman on Thursday night and then had a lazy snow day on Friday! Here are some of the pics! One day of this is enough for me, bring on spring and summer!!!

Presley would rather stay inside and be warm. He did not like the snow at all! He only wanted to eat it!

34 Weeks!

Wow, how time flies! I went to the doctor on Thursday for my 34 week appointment. I met another Dr. in the practice and all was well. I lost three pounds and she asked me if I was eating!!! I am not a girl who starved myself before so why would I not eat now—I love food and being pregnant is the perfect reason to eat, right?!?! I guess Ethan is just growing and taking all the food. We go back on the 17th for an ultrasound to see how big he is and that begins my weekly visits—so crazy! He will be here before we know it!


In other news, Happy Birthday Sarina! I hope you have a wonderful day and I am looking forward to dinner tonight! It is such a busy and exciting time for you—I am so excited for the upcoming wedding! You are a great friend and I am so lucky to know you! Love ya girl!

Ethan’s First Baby Shower

My mom and sister threw Ethan and me a baby shower yesterday.  It was so cute and we had a wonderful time.  They really outdid themselves.  The theme was baby birds!  It was so very cute!  Thanks again, guys—Love ya’ll!  Thanks to everyone who came.  Here are some great pictures!

{the invitation}

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{the cake and cupcakes}

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{Ethan’s tree}

{the “E’s” and “Birds” were the favors and made out of bird seed}

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{some of the loot—he is very loved}

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{good company}

{Ethan’s Nana and Mimi}

{me and some of my besties}

{me and the hostesses; aka my sister, me and my mom}

These are just a few of the great pictures!  He is so loved and can’t wait to meet him!  Thanks to everyone who came and thanks for all the wonderful gifts!