Happy Thanksgiving

We had a great Thanksgiving, but it was pretty quiet. My doctor was not comfortable with me traveling this far along with twins (29 weeks), so we stayed home. Somewhat last minute, we decided to celebrate with another family who also didn't travel, the Saugier's. We really enjoyed having them over for Thanksgiving dinner and tackled several new things :). Ben and I prepared wassail, the turkey and gravy, sweet potato casserole, stuffing, mashed potatos and green beans. The Saugie's brought yummy spiced pears, corn casserole, and all the desserts. I had high hopes for my first turkey, but it cooked much faster than it was supposed to and ended up being done over an hour early. It wasn't perfect, but I must admit, pretty tasty considering. The sides were by far my favorite part, but they always are. I just eat the turkey, because that's what you are supposed to do :). Hampton and Carsen played well and enjoyed each other while Ben and I enjoyed some adult interaction. We haven't had many friends over lately for some reason. The Saugier's were too generous and kind to bring us "hostess" gifts. They gave Hampton a play-doh fun pack and brought us the super fun game Times Up...an absolute must in our game library. Hampton said he was thankful for Gran and Poppy, cars, the babies, Sweetie and Pops, and his cousins.

Preparing the turkey with Daddy...he was so excited to watch and help. Of course, I didn't get after pictures of any of the food...bummer.

On Wednesday, we had Caleb, Makaylee and Carsen over to make turkey shirts. They turned out really cute, but it was not my best appearance as a mommy. I got frustrated when Hampton tried to make a fist with a hand full of paint. Without reason, it turned out really cute.

Today, I got up early and went Christmas shopping. I didn't open the stores by any means, but got everything I set out to get and more and was home by 9:30...only to find Ben and Hampton still in bed :). Hampton and I made waffles for breakfast and took our time getting ready. Around noon, we headed to Bass Pro Shop. Hampton LOVED it. He was facinated by all the animals, putting green and guns in the arcade. After BPS, we enjoyed a great lunch at Cracker Barrel and headed home for naps. Ben and I said several times throughout the day, "This is so much fun."

We had a great day!!!

Random, I know...I just like to remember what things looked like :).

Tomorrow, Ben and Hampton are going to Abilene to watch an ACU football game. They are undefeated and playing extremely well...scored 93 points in a playoff game last weekend. I get to stay home and enjoy a day all by myself. I LOVE my boys, but I must admit, I'm really excited!

28 weeks

I am now 28 weeks...big milestone. How's this for exciting and SCARY...My goal of 36 weeks is only EIGHT weeks away :). My how our lives will be blessed and DIFFERENT.

We had a sonogram on Monday. Everything looks great. I gained 5 lbs in the last month and each baby gain right at 1 lb. He weighs 2lb 4oz and she weighs 2lb 2 oz. The sonographer told me I'm a "twin makin' momma"...whatever that means.

My goal is to catch up on my blog over the next few days. Since I'm posting it, maybe I'll actually get it done ;)

Family Pictures

A generous and talented friend of ours took family pictures for us last weekend. He did a great job! Hampton was thankful that his friend Aubren was there to play between pictures. I was so proud of him. He was such a happy boy and flashed his picture smile at every command. I was 26.5 weeks pregnant when these were taken. Trey took hundreds of pics and narrowed it down to a mere 75. Here are a few of my favorites...

Baby Sister

This afternoon when Hampton got up from his nap, we were snuggling on the couch when I told him that his baby sister was kicking me. I put his hand on my tummy and sure enough, she kicked. A huge grin spread across his face and he said, "My baby sister got my hand." How precious he is to me!!!