First Soccer Game

Fisher had his first soccer game yesterday. He was very excited to wear his jersey, but not so excited to play. By the way he's acted in his practices, we weren't surprised at all! But he made a commitment to play, so he's going to play. I think he ended up having fun. He loved playing goalie, and made a few saves. He did not like playing in the field and mostly stood there-it was hilarious!
He didn't want to take a picture in his uniform by himself, but I got a few good ones. We'll just have to see how next week goes!




















This is mostly what he did in the field. I don't know if there were too many people telling him what to do, or if he was nervous. Or maybe he just didn't care! It was really cute to watch.




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Special Day with Fisher

Wednesday was Fisher's special day! He had a dentist appointment and then we went to the library and to Target. He topped off his day by requesting one of his favorites for dessert-cupcakes!

He had a good report at the dentist. He was a little hesitant to let them do anything, but I think it's hard when you only go every 6 months to remember that it's not anything bad.

We "played" checkers while we waited.









Next, we went to the library. We enjoy our library visits, but they're usually very hurried and rushed thanks to a certain 2 year old! We got to take our time today, which was nice.







After that, we went shopping at Target! I needed to get some things, and he always enjoys going with me.




He requested lunch at Target. We've never eaten lunch there, and I'll never do it again. His hot dog was so disappointing.



After our subpar lunch experience, we ended our day with cupcakes! We both love cupcakes, so it was a win win for both of us. Fisher enjoyed picking out our flavors. And no, we didn't eat all of these. Most of it ended going home with us.










I'm so glad I got to spend this time with my biggest boy! We didn't know that we would be having a baby the very next day, so I was thankful to spend some quality time with him before our lives got even more crazy!

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Special Day with Sullivan

I wanted to spend some one on one time with each of the boys before the baby was born. Sullivan was up first! We headed out on our adventure after we dropped Fisher off at MDO last Tuesday. We had a great day! We went to CMOM and played to his heart's content.


























After that, we ran a quick shopping errand (he was a very good sport about that), and then had lunch at his choice-Chik-fil-a!











After eating his lunch, he chose ice cream as his special treat. He was so sweet to share some with me, and insisted on feeding it to me with his spoon.







After our lunch, it was time to pick up Fisher and head home to take our naps. Sullivan was a trooper and stayed awake the entire time we were driving home. I'm so thankful that we got to spend this one on one time together before our lives get turned upside down in the best way possible. We had the best day together!

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First Day of MDO

Fisher started Mother's Day Out last Tuesday. This will be his first full year of going to MDO. We enjoyed his open house the week before, and he was ready to go!

His teachers had given him a bag to open the night before he started. It had a poem about starting school in his bag, along with some star confetti that he sprinkled under his pillow to make sure he had a good night's sleep before starting MDO. He loved it! Although I'm still finding stars on the floor even though I've vacuumed since then...










First day pictures! He's got the awkward smile down pat, but at least he was willing to take pictures!













Walking in to start his day. He had a great first day and we're praying for a great year!



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Introducing...

Baker Mark Nelson! Born at 0536, weighing in at 6 pounds 11 ounces and 19.5 inches long. We are over the moon excited about our new baby boy! Crazy birth story coming soon!










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38 Weeks

We thought this was it! I started contracting at work on Saturday night, and was also having low back pain and nausea. I wanted to make sure I got to the hospital in plenty of time, since I need to get antibiotics and my labor was so fast with Sullivan. I left work about 2:30 in the morning and drove home. My contractions got more intense as I was driving and I started to think that we would have another delivery like Sullivan's. I got home, changed clothes, and we drove to the hospital, with me contacting about every 5 minutes. Once I got there and got checked in...they stopped. I was so mad! They did start again, but were sporadic and not causing any cervical change. I measured at 4 cm and 80 % effaced. We hung out for a few hours but nothing changed, so we came home. While I'm frustrated because I'm ready to have a baby, I'm glad to not be spending all day laboring! We'll just pray for patience and that we'll be ready when the actual time comes!
I was ready with my birthing ball! I love that thing...




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37 Weeks

At 37 weeks, I am full term! Yay! We went to our weekly OB appointment. The baby's heart rate was 147, and I had made a little bit of progression to 4 cm and 70% effaced. Our favorite doctor is on this weekend, so it would be great if it happened now! I found out I'm GBS +, which means I'll need antibiotics during labor. I lost 2 pounds, so I've only gained a total of 24 pounds so far. I'm generally feeling more pressure and more uncomfortable, but I've still been able to do all of my regular activities. I did both of my prenatal fitness classes this week, as well as a dance/cardio class in an attempt to shake the baby out-ha! Starting Friday, I've been experiencing a lot more pelvic pressure, which has been extremely uncomfortable. Bouncing on a yoga ball or laying down does help some, but I can't do that all the time. Thanks to all this pressure, I'm over being pregnant and would love to have a baby now!! Daddy just told me he doesn't like the boy name we came up with, so it's back to the drawing board for that one!


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