We're having a . . .

Hello everyone, it’s been about a two months since the last blog so it’s definitely time for a big update. Justin’s still going to school and working full-time; however, he’s now only taking 15 units instead of the original 19. This allows him to be home a little earlier on school days and gives him less homework (obviously). He’s a little stressed out with everything but says his family doesn’t stress him out (thank goodness). Even with all Justin does he’s always helpful to me and doesn’t take his own stresses out on our family. Justin’s currently taking and preparing for his midterms and our friend Jeremiah is often over for study sessions (and some good junk food prepared by me).

Jack is still growing like a weed and happy as can be. He’s talking a lot more and his little words are slowly becoming more understandable. Just today we were sitting outside, at the high school football game, and Jack heard an airplane fly over the school; very clearly he said “air plane” and said it several times. I was so excited to hear him speak that clearly and I think he was excited he knew what the sound was. He still loves reading books and his current favorites are The Very Hungry Caterpillar and In My Backyard (a book I found for 50 cents at a resale shop), although he loves reading all books. Jack loves helping us around the house and although at times it's a little hard to let him because it takes longer its fun to see how his capabilities are changing. He's especially helpful when it comes to packing, or rather unpacking, and stacking up boxes. It's amazing to see how fast he's growing and changing and I know he's going to be such a loving helper big brother. Jack likes to point at my belly and he says "baby" and then kisses my belly; he's just such a sweet boy.

Jack has always been extremely active but seems to be even more so now; I’m not sure if he really is more active than in the past or if it’s because I’m pregnant (I think it’s the former rather than the latter). Unfortunately, Jack’s become pickier in his eating and although we still try to feed him what we’re having for dinner, we sometimes have to settle for a hummus sandwich, cereal, or toast. We’re hoping this phase will pass quickly. I guess I can’t complain too much because Jack is happy, healthy, and thriving. Oh yeah, Jack went poo-poo on the potty for the first time (although somewhat against his will because he was originally in the bath tub), but I’ll spare you the rest of the details and just say it’s a step in the right direction. We’ll leave it at that.

The last time I wrote, we were searching for a home. We’ve found one and are currently in escrow! Everything is set to close on the 29th of this month, but that largely hinges on the current tenants vacating the property. Although the house will need some paint and hardcore cleaning it’s generally move in ready and we’re excited about owning our first home. The home, it’s 4 bed 2 bath, is still here in Fallbrook and is only about 5 minutes away from Justin’s work; I promise I’ll post pictures after we move in (if all goes well).

As for me, I’m still coaching cheer at the high school and we have about a month left for football season. The girls are really excited because our freshman football team is currently undefeated! My team has had two pep rallies and we’re now preparing for competition (I can let you know when our games or competitions are if you’d like to come watch). In addition to coaching cheer, I’m taking yoga two nights a week although I’m not always great about going even though I enjoy the class when I do. We found out this past Wednesday that we are having a . . . baby girl! We would have been happy with either a boy or a girl, but are absolutely thrilled to welcome a little princess into our family. She seems to be healthy, thriving at around a pound, and extremely active. It was amazing to see the clarity of this ultrasound compared to the one we had when I was pregnant with Jack . . . it makes me wonder where technology will be in another couple of years when we’re having more children.

Something a little frightening happened yesterday when I was experiencing excruciating pain in my left side. Justin ended up taking me to the hospital where they gave me some fluids and pain medication, and ran some blood tests. The tests all came back normal and they diagnosed my condition as lower back pain. I went to see our chiropractor this morning to get my body straightened out and everything is fine now although I’m a little sore and trying to take it easy, which isn’t always easy with a toddler. I’m am so grateful that Justin works so close to home and that his bosses are so loving and flexible with our family’s needs (we love you Scott and Des and thank you). Other than that whole situation everything seems to be going well with this pregnancy, thus far; we’ll find out more next Tuesday at our next baby appointment (I promise I’ll try to update sooner than two months from now).

I can’t think of anything else to update everyone about so I’ll end here. You can always comment and ask for updates on anything I may have forgotten. Please know that we love you all and think of you often (even if we haven’t seen or talked to you recently). Oh, last thing before I forget . . . Californians please vote YES on Prop 8. It’s something our family feels very strongly about and we can get you more information if you don’t already know what this proposition entails.