Look at this hadsome little man, almost a week old. He is growing and changing so much already. He looks more and more like Daddy everyday.

Welcome baby Luke on November 8th, 2008 at 5:05am. He is another little piece of Miguel I get to hold in my arms every night, which is very comforting. He has been a joy, a very mellow baby so far. We have been home almost a week now and are finding our way as a family of 4 (eventually to be 5... geez that sounds like a lot!). Life is hectic but I wouldn't have it any other way. We are so lucky to have three beautiful, healthy, vibrant children. Never did I think in a million years that this would be where I am at right now in my life....we've been so blessed and I am thankful everyday for that. Now all we need is our "Papa Bear" to come home and our family will be complete. We are counting down the days!

My Last Week Of Pregnancy

The countdown has begun, only 3 more days left until I get to meet my new son. I know, I know, I look like I am ready to pop! On Friday, November 7th I go into Hospital to be induced. It's hard to believe it is finally here. The pregnancy has not dragged horribly, but the ailments I've been having have definitely made it a challenge. A false alarm dragged me to the Hospital a few weeks back, only to find out the back labor I thought I was experiencing was actually muscle spasms. They are horrible and I feel for anyone who has them. Once they hooked me up to the monitor they saw that I was having contractions as well, 2-3 minutes apart. But apparently they were not strong enough yet. I had also dilated to 2 cm. and was 70% effaced (for those of you who actually know what that means, lol). The doctors decided it was better to medicate me then to go ahead and induce me at the time, which was a bit annoying considering I was 37 1/2 weeks (full-term). I guess at this point I should consider myself lucky that they decided to only make me wait until I'm 39 weeks. Let's just say I'm not real thrilled with all of this, but unfortunately Naval Doctor's tend to be a bit less concerned with your wishes then Civilian Docs (which I have always had with the other two). It's out of my hands, though. It's odd, you would think after already having two children you wouldn't be so nervous. You'd think I'd feel like a pro by now, but that is not the case. I am on pins and needles... perhaps because it's the first time for me doing it alone. Of course my Mom will be there, but I can't help but be a little sad that Miguel is going to miss it. When I get really down about it I just remind myself of how amazing his homecoming will be in the Spring. What better gift to come home to then a new son, right? I forgot about all of the emotions that arise in the last few days of pregnancy... the curiosity of what he'll look like, his personality... how labor will go. Mainly I'm just very excited... and ready to get my body back!

Halloween Fun

The kids had a blast this year trick-or-treating. We went to a party on base on the 30th, then of course trick-or-treating the following day. Mikey was "Dracula" and Kaela was "Little Red Riding Hood." I surprised myself by actually keeping up with the kids on their quest for candy. My parents had come down as back-up in case I couldn't make it, but I lasted about 2 hours, the kids were ready to come home before me! They got so much candy, I'm bound to gain at least 10 lbs. this month. I think I'm eating more of it then they are!

My Baby Shower

My Pretty Little Cheerleader

OCTOBER 2008 Kaela has taken up cheerleading. She is cheering for The Titans, which is thru the military sports program. She really loves it, and wants to do competetive cheering next year. She's got quite a knack for it.

Mikey's First Day Of Preschool

So as usual, I'm way behind on my blog. This is Mikey the morning of his first day of pres-school, September 3rd. He was very excited to use his new backpack and school clothes. I was a little worried about how he'd take being away from me for a full school day, but he did great. I think it got to me more then him. My little man is growing up so fast!