The showering of baby

A few Saturdays ago, my two awesome sisters that live here in Utah (I have 3 more sisters that live out of state), and my mom hosted a baby shower for me. I know it was quite early, but they are still worried that I'll end up in the hospital, and that we'll have baby boy early. It was great to see so many family members that I haven't seen in a while, and visit with friends. Baby boy is sure loved, and will be super stylish in all his new clothes! (Most of which had a puppy theme)

Thanks to everyone that took the time to come out in the snow storm, and even more thanks to my sisters and mom for all that they do for Chase and I.

The super cute invitation that Brena designed. Of course the huge black boxes weren't on the ones that were sent out.

The adorable jammies that Camden picked out for her new cousin, she loves puppies right now. And most of the time even pretends she is a puppy herself. She was the big helper of the day.

Yes we got hangers, this is kind of an inside family joke.
This little book, and the 2 others that were with it have finger puppets in the middle for the heads of the animals. I think these will be a big hit with baby.
Mothers of little boys...work from son up til son down. I love this picture and it will look so cute in babies room for now.

Closet organizers that my aunt made. Seriously so cute.

This little jacket has ears

Tiny baby flip flops, can't wait for him to wear these to the lake.

And the winner is...

Random number 18.
And comment 18 was left by Alicia. Congratulations Alicia! (I'll be in contact soon, so I can get your prize in the mail.)

Thanks to all of you who entered, it was fun to see which aprons were the most popular!

The 100th post

Even if you don't know me, feel free to enter.
Since it's my 100th post, and that doesn't happen very often. I thought it would be fun to do a giveaway, for one of my awesome handmade aprons.

The giveaway will close, next Saturday March 27, 2010 at 10pm.

So here's how to enter:

Pick one of the following 5 aprons that is your favorite.

Leave me a comment with the name of your favorite (names are below the pictures), and a way to contact you for your address if you are the winner.

That's it!

After the close of the giveaway. Random.org will choose a number. If your comment coincides with that number, you are the winner. I'll ship or drop off your new apron a few days later!

Zebras safari

Watermelon dream

Pops of Paisley

Flirty FlowersAhoy Matie

On a side note, even if you don't know me. Please feel free to enter.

Recent projects

As some of you may already know my bed rest restrictions have been lifted slightly. I'm still supposed to be down most of the day, but am allowed to do a few things here and there if I feel like it. We saw my regular doctor last Monday. He told me to keep doing whatever it was that I was doing, because it was working. He is so amazed at what has happened with this pregnancy, and agrees with us that this baby is a miracle. He told us that his goal is for me to make it to at least 35 weeks, that gets us out of the scary preemie stage. We'll meet with the specialist this coming Friday, for another ultrasound. I can't wait to see how much the baby has grown since our last appointment three weeks ago.

When I do feel like being up, I have been spending a lot of my time sewing things for the baby. I'm getting so excited for him, and doing things for him makes him that much more real to me. Here are some of the projects that I've been working on.

I made this flannel blanket with a golf theme, It's a pretty big blanket, it's folded in half in the picture. It was really easy. All you do is cut a bunch of squares, sew them with all the seams on the top. Then go through and clip all the seam allowance, put it through the washer and it comes out fuzzy and cute. I think I had to empty the lint trap in the dryer like 5-6 times.

The cute fabric of the blanket.

Car seat canopy. I had made one before but didn't love how the corners were done. So I made this one differently. I think it turned out so cute, and I'm so happy I did the corners differently.

Just a heads up. My next post will be the big 100, and I have something very fun planned. Keep an eye open, because you won't want to miss it.

My second love

As most of you know I adore our dog Augusta. He really is a smart dog. He loves destuffing toys, going on walks with my parents, playing with Dakota and Tiger, chasing kitties, and eating treats.
Any time I leave the room he is usually right at my heels following me where I'm going. Today I had to go into the basement to take a picture of our rocking chair (post about that later), and Gus was right there with me. When I went in our room to get my camera Gus wanted to go under the blankets, I told him no and this is the look he gave me.

The day he proposed

Five years ago today, my best friend asked me to marry him. He had my sister Brena help him plan a fun scavenger hunt for me around the house. He had wanted to do it at places around the valley that we had memories, but I was sick in bed with the flu (thanks to my nephew who had the flu,and his mom didn't tell me till after I had shared my yogurt with him.). I truthfully didn't know Chase was going to propose, it was just a few days after Valentines day and he'd already gotten me a really nice diamond band (now part of my wedding ring).

Brena came over that morning, and brought me a little note. On the outside it said To: Kim From: Chase and on the inside said "Follow each clue to find the next. It should be simple just read the text." I was give the first clue and sent on my way, while my parents and Brena and Jered just sat in the front room smiling away. I ran up and down the stairs a few times, but it was all worth it.

The Clues and where they were:

1 Go to the place where we first met; Not in person, but on the Net. (Of course on the computer, yes we met on an LDS dating site)

2 To get your next clue, don't wait until spring. You will find it outside just look by the swing. (Outside on the swing set)

3 Going outside you've gotten all wet. Finding a dryer would be your best bet. (Inside the dryer of course)

4 Now off to the basement, don't move too slow. Not to your room, but the place where you "go"! (the bathroom in the basement)

5 Since they are dirty, you must wash your hands. Oh no, not here, but where a knife and fork lands. (the kitchen sink)

6 Look up, look down, look all around. Pick up the shoes that are on the ground. (Under the table by the front door, always used to be a huge pile of shoes)

7 Your mother and father sleep here each night. Just lie on their bed and look up at the light. (On my parents ceiling)

8 It once was a bedroom, but now it's much more. I think it's and office, but I'm really not sure. (My dads office in the basement, that is now our tv room)

9 Ironing and sewing are things you do here. If you choose the right place, your next clue will be near. (My moms sewing room, which is now my dads office)

10 Once more down the stairs you must go in a hurry. The clue's in your room, not the garage, so don't worry. (My bedroom)

When I got to my room after the final clue, there was Chase with another note.

Which he had me read, then he got down on one knee and asked me to be his wife. Of course my answer was YES! I was on cloud nine the rest of the day. I may have also been doped up on meds, but we won't discuss that. I don't remember much more, besides eating lunch at Chuck-a-rama with my family, which not a good choice when you have the flu.

Chase and I a few hours after getting engaged.

My Dad

My dad is a pro golfer. I did this shot for him a while ago and gave him a big print to put in his office at the golf course. It was a fun picture to do for him!

Our Miracle

Chase and I met with the specialist again yesterday. On our way to the appointment we said that we were only going to get good news, and there would be no more bad news. Thankfully we were right and our appointment was great, the best one we've had so far.

We found out that the fluid level around the baby is up again. It's now at 11.5 cm (which is a healthy level even for a normal pregnancy). Also a surprise to the doctor, who has no clue how all this is happening. I wanted to tell him it was a miracle, that's how it was happening. I refrained though.

This baby is truly a miracle, and we are so excited to meet him in the right time. Thank you everyone for all the prayers and thoughts on our behaf. We wouldn't be experiancing this miracle if it weren't for all of you. Please continue to keep us in your prayers. Our goal is to keep this baby growing in my belly till at least 30 weeks (7 more weeks to go).

Chase and I comparing our 23 week bellies

Chase showing off the babies profile. You can see more fun photos that Chase has taken for his 365 day project on his blog.

Update on our baby boy

We met with the specialist again yesterday. Things seem to be looking up in some ways, and down in a few other ways.

The good news is that the fluid level around the baby seem to be up, almost by twice as much as was there three weeks ago. Baby is growing and thriving, and moving around a lot. His heart seems to be healthy. And I may not have to go into the hospital in a few short weeks.

The bad news. Babies left kidney has something called Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney. Thankfully his right kidney seems to be functioning great, and he can survive with only one kidney. The other concerning thing is that there is only one artery and one vein in his umbilical cord. There are usually two arteries. The doctor told us they see this occasionally, and usually the babies are just born smaller. It didn't seem like a huge concern to him.

We are blessed, and appreciate all the prayers and visits on our behalf. We are being blessed with a miracle. Thank you everyone for all your love and concern.

We'll head back to see the specialist in a few weeks. We are hoping, and praying for no more problems, and that we'll only have to worry about the problems that we already know about.

21W1D Profile picture.

To the ladies of the 20th ward

Thank you! Thank you for thinking of me, and bringing me this yummy fruit bouquet. It definitely brought a smile to my face, and even better it tastes delicious.

Chase even used it in his photo of the day, you can check it out here if you'd like.