The Pratt's: 01/01/2010

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Almost into the 30's

Well, I thought I was going to update everyone on my pregnancy once a week...that didn't happen. Nothing much has changed (except me) since the last post, but here are some updates on Sweet Coop...

How far along? 29 weeks tomorrow
Maternity clothes? yes!
Stretch marks? not yet, but my belly button is almost out
Sleep: having crazy dreams...especially about Coop
Best moment this week: realizing its not to far until we meet our baby!
Movement: yes..i think we have a boxer or soccer player
Cravings: no real cravings...just like to eat
Gender: Male
Labor signs: No
Belly button: In, barely
What I miss: my old wardrobe...maternity clothes get old, fast!
What I am looking forward to: getting to hold him
Weekly wisdom: Andrew's been reading, "Raising Boys"...and really soaking it in.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

How cute is Barnaby?

This is our good friends, Simon and Lucy's, new baby boy, Barnaby! I can't wait to get my hands on him...it may be next summer, but it will be worth the wait! Cooper and him and going to be buds!

Friday, January 15, 2010

Cooper Update

Well, I went back to the doctor this week for my gestational diabetes re-test. I had to take a day off work because the tests lasts 3 hours!! I managed to drink the nasty orange drink, but could not keep it down. I have to go back on Monday (my day off...yay! I'm so excited) to sit for 3 more hours to see if I can make it happen!

Cooper's been very active this week. He gave me good kick yesterday that woke me from a nap. Jack has managed to find his way into Cooper's room when we ask him where Cooper is!! Our dog is so smart!! HaHa!

Andrew and I have continued work on the nursery and it's starting to come together. All we need now is a chair and some curtains. I'll post some pictures on here when it is finally complete!

I'm headed to Memphis this weekend with Mom and Dad for my first baby shower!! Yay! I can't wait to see what Cooper gets!

I also started reading 2 books. I joke that I am reading up on how to be a good mom! They are very good so far and have made me feel more comfortable about bringing him home. I highly recommend them: Babywise and Raising Boys. Babywise has been recommended to me by several friends and coworkers. Raising Boys emphasizes the father's role in a boy's life. I'm sure Andrew won't have any trouble with this...he will be a great dad!

I'll continue to keep everyone posted!!!

Knoxville on a Dime

A friend in the neighborhood, Kathryn, has started a coupon blog. She's got great ideas on there on how to save big bucks at the grocery store and other places in town. Be sure to check it out. There is a link on my sidebar under Favorites!

Sunday, January 3, 2010

2010 and favorites from '09

With 2009 here and gone, I can't help but think of the year to come. We've heard everyone when they say... "Your life is about to change..Enjoy it now, it will never be the same." We know our lives are changing. We wanted this. We PRAYED for this. We can't wait for this! Not just to have a baby, but what he is going to bring to our family. It's almost seems it's going to feel complete. We know we want more kids for sure, but who knows what He has in store. 2010 is sure to be a memorable year.

Here are some favorite memories from 2009:

January: experiencing life with a new puppy...ahhhh...and some snow in Rochester with our 2 favorite men!

February...umm...still looking

March: My parents have been married for a long, long time. (so long I can't even remember...35+ years.)Anniversay dinner..I promise we didn't eat at Pet Supplies Plus.