Oink, Oink

Of course the topic of Halloween comes up in my classroom just about everyday and today was one of those days. After a long, exciting discussion on what everyone is going to dress up as one of my children asked me what I am going to be. I told them I was unsure and asked if they had any suggestions (bad idea). One of my sweet little girls eyes gets wide and I can tell she has come up with a brilliant idea. She excitedly jumps up and says, "a pig!" Then a few others proceeded to say, "Good idea! She is getting BIG!!" Oink, Oink here comes Ms. Piggy.......

That little girl is the same little girl who kisses my growing belly every day. I have a little boy who gives Baby Storey-Pitts a pat every time he walks by. I can only imagine what is in store for me as my belly continues to grow :) Such an exciting time for me and my little ones at school!

Boom babba boom babba here comes Big Mama!

Well it has been a while since I've been on here. I can't imagine life getting any busier for me...oh wait, add a baby. Liz and I have had a fun few weeks. We went to Orlando to see our good mates Paul and Heather (crashed their honeymoon in the process) and it was great to catch up and see them again. They brought two gifts from sunny old England and both are awesome. I have always told Liz I won't force any soccer on our little one so it's good to see that he will have a choice between Newcastle and Manchester United. Also, now I can push for the new United kit to match our baby boy.

We just got back from camping in Hunting Island, South Carolina. It was good to see everybody except for Kevin (got ya bro!) and Big Mama did really well camping. Not only did she put up with about 7 idiots (give or take) she slept as well as you can in a tent on the ground.

Liz is doing great and is as cute as ever and I promise to blog sooner.

18 Weeks

Baby Room: Step 1

The first step of preparing the baby room is done. We have sold our corner computer desk and bought another one for our guest room (which I love!).  Next steps: sale futon and tv, take down posters (so sorry Jeff) and dartboard. Then we have the luxury of filling all the holes in from someone trying to play darts and putting holes in the walls. Who is that terrible at darts...really?

I also think I have found the baby bedding that we want to design our room around. I am thinking of buying it this week, but of course I have to look around a little bit more to be certain this is it!

IT'S A BOY!

It was confirmed Thursday, September 2nd that we are having a boy! Since we know for sure we can really begin to plan (register, fix the room up, decide on a name, etc.). The fun is about to begin...for me at least. I love planning and organizing! Tasha and I are already brainstorming ideas for the room :) With a few gifts coming in the party room is slowly beginning to look like a mix of partying and babies. And although Jeff won't admit it he actually said he was ready to give up his room for the baby- who would have ever thought!!

I meant to post Thursday after our appointment but we were so excited and busy calling and texting people that we never got around to it. We just returned from visiting Heather and Paul in Orlando, which was a lot of fun. It was great to finally see the newlyweds again! They got us a gift that almost made Jeff have a heart attack- a baby Manchester full kit (as well as a Newcastle onesie). What great friends :)

I am going to post a few pictures from our ultrasound on Thursday. Auntie Tasha was able to go with us to find out the gender and although the visit was a short one, it was VERY exciting! Needless to say, our little boy cooperated very well. As soon as the nurse put it on my belly, up popped the baby's butt on the screen as well as the rest!

16 Weeks

The big day is tomorrow! We are going in for our ultrasound at 4 and we should find out the gender! Expect phone calls, text and a post tomorrow night!

I had the best birthday yesterday :) Lots of pampering gifts for me from friends and family. I can't wait to use them all. Baby Storey-Pitts and I will not only be feeling really well after the MANY massages, pedicures, good nights rest, but we will also be looking good with a some new maternity clothes :) 

We had some yummy Vinnie's last night and then headed to Lulu's afterwards where I indulged in a delicious piece of Triple Chocolate Mousse with a big glass of milk :) What a birthday. Thanks to all my wonderful friends and family for the birthday wishes and gifts.

15 Weeks

One more week before we get to find out for sure what we are having! Ever since I became pregnant I thought it was a boy and I am anxious to see if I am right. We go to the doctor next Thursday, September 2nd at 4:00! I am sure a lot of you will be receiving text or phone call right when we finish. We should also have some pictures of our little boy...or girl to post :) I think Tasha is going to join us for this visit to check out her little nephew/niece on the big screen!

How far along? 15 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: +2.2
Maternity clothes? Not yet, but all I have been wearing are stretchy skirts/pants to school! I haven't tried my jeans on in a long time!
Sleep: Slept great most nights this week except for one. Woke up at 3 and never went back to sleep- Allie was running all around the house keeping me awake for some reason!
Best moment this week: Jeff and I having nothing to do Wednesday night but hang out around the house- been a busy, crazy week!
Movement: Not yet!
Food cravings: None
Gender: I think it is a boy
Labor Signs: No
Belly Button in or out? Still an innie
What I miss: Nothing right now...
What I am looking forward to: Next Thursday.....to find out the gender!
How big is our baby? Right now our baby is just over 4 inches and is about the size of an apple!