31 weeks

I can't believe I am already 31 weeks along!! It seems like just yesterday we were crossing our fingers waiting on that little line to show up....man time flies. Doc said everything looked good and we will go back in two weeks. He said that Martin is lying Transverse which means he is across my abdomen. Don't panic! This is ok. Especially because he is still moving all the time. I feel his head on the left side, then 45 minutes later it will be on the right. So, I am sure he will get into "position" before delivery time gets here. Besides, I can't stress myself out with one more thing that I have no control over. Right? Right! So, pray he moves his sweet little head down. I think he is enjoying being stretched out...I know I enjoy it! It is better than the little ball he was staying in for a week or so. Thanks for reading.

Memphis Shower

What an awesome shower thrown by awesome friends! Kara and Jennifer really are the best a girl could ask for. Martin got so many great things, and it was great to visit with old friends. It meant so much to me that so many people came. Isn't my belly getting big?? Now I can't wait for him to get here so we can play with all of his new things!

I really should have taken a picture of all of the gifts Martin got. He is one blessed little boy!!

Sneak Peek

Here are some of the best shots from the 4D ultrasound. It was amazing!!! He had his little hand in his face at first--but he moved it out of the way after about 5 minutes and was so cooperative! I loved getting see him. I can't wait to hold him.

We had an awesome shower on Saturday and we got lots of great things for Martin. I can't wait for him to get here so he can play with his new things! I got to see lots of friends and family and it was so special to have everyone there. I will post pictures from the shower soon. Oh....and big news.....we passed the gestational diabetes test. I failed the 1 hour, so I had to sit and take the 3 hour glucose test on Friday, but we passed with flying colors--thank goodness!!!!

Benton House

Well, it is going to be a big week for the Benton House. We have our 4-D ultrasound on Saturday and will get to see Martin one more time. And, then Saturday afternoon we have our very first shower!! I can't wait to have a great weekend. We have family coming in from out of town, and some great friends coming to the shower (even one from out of state)!

I wanted to post some pictures of some new things Martin has gotten in the last few weeks. People have sent us some of the sweetest most thoughtful presents.

Bryan's Aunt Karen, so Martin's Great Aunt Karen made him the most adorable baby quilt. I absolutely love it and can't wait to use it. She ordered fabric from the Javis Davis website (where we got our bedding) and got busy on the quilt. She also made a little bag which will be great for going to church! It is so so so special. I kind of tear up just thinking about it--doesn't take much to make me cry!!! Stay tuned for more updates including pictures from the 4D ultrasound. Have a great week.

3rd Trimester

I cannot believe I am already in my 3rd trimester. Time really does fly. I can remember going to the doctor at 8 weeks and thinking that 28 weeks seemed forever away. Well, here it is! Where does the time go? I am sure all the veteran moms out there are thinking, "wait til you have the kid, then it really will fly by". Things have been great in the Benton household. We got to go to Oneonta to visit my family for the 4th of July holiday weekend, and it was great. We played in the lake most of the weekend--which makes me miss being close to water! It was so nice to be with my family, I feel like I don't get to see them much, so I really treasure the time I get to spend with them. Then, on Monday I had another special treat. My mom's aunt Eloise and her two cousins Honey and Beth, and Honey's son Lyle's girlfriend Alex came to see me. They took the official tour of the Benton house, and then we went to eat lunch. It was so nice to see them too. What a great family filled weekend!!

This weekend I am headed to a bridal shower for Carley in Columbus, should be fun to see more family (Bryan's). And, next weekend....drum roll please.....we are having our first baby shower!! My great friend Kara and my awesome cousin Jennifer are throwing me a shower here in Memphis. I can't wait to see everyone and catch up, and get great things for Martin. Hope everyone is doing great!

New Photos

All of the new additions to the nursery. This is my fabulous new rocker. Still need to get a blanket for the chair....but it is so cozy (good thing since I am sure I will spend many nights in it)! This is the dresser/changing table in the picture below it. The wall behind the dresser is the wall I am THINKING of painting green. I haven't decided if I want to paint at all.

Martin's first piggy bank. Isn't it adorable? It matches his room perfectly!

We have been so busy getting things ready for when Martin gets here. This weekend was Bryan's birthday (27) and we had a wedding to go to. The wedding was so much fun, and I was exhausted by the time it was over. Being pregnant really takes it out of you. Bryan and I celebrated our 4th Anniversary last Thursday. Sometimes it is hard to believe it has already been 4 years, but it is hard to remember my life before him, so it shouldn't be that surprising that 4 years has already passed. He gave me a beautiful fleur-de-lis necklace. I was so surprised, and he picked it out and everything...I had no idea.

We did some shopping Saturday and ordered (FINALLY) a dining room table and china cabinet. I haven't bought a dining room table since we moved in our house because I couldn't find one I liked. Well, I finally found one I really liked, and wouldn't you know it....we must have good taste, because it is on back order until the end of July. I guess if I have gone since October without one, what is 6 more weeks? I love it, and can't wait for it to come in! We have a huge table in the kitchen, so I haven't been in a rush at all. But, it feels nice to finally have the last thing out of the way as far as house stuff goes. And, to top off the weekend, we put the first two coats of paint on our porch swing for the front porch. I think one more coat of paint and it will be finished and then we can hang it. I have one more small project for Bryan before Martin gets here....I want some shelves for Martin's room. But, I don't really know what I want yet. Hope everyone is doing great. We certainly are. I am not sure why I thought being pregnant the entire summer was a good idea....but I guess I will live. Happy First Day of Summer Everyone!!

Martin's new bedding!!!

Martin's new pictures!! Isn't he perfect????

Same picture as last month....this must be why I feel him kick me so often.

Sweet baby profile. He weighs 1 1/2 pounds....isn't that crazy that he is so tiny?