Christmas

Ryan and I had a great Christmas, we celebrated here with my family on Monday and on Christmas Eve and then we drove to Jackson and celebrated with his family the day after Christmas. We are very lucky and got lots of good things for us and for our new arrival in March.

I only have a few pictures which neither one of us are in... This is our niece

Christmas with our babies!!

Here are the dogs opening their presents...

Merry Christmas!!

Ryan and I have had a wonderful Christmas here in Birmingham celebrating with my family and we are off to Jackson for the weekend to celebrate with Ryan's family. We will hopefully get some pictures to post. I wanted to wish each and every one of you that check the blog a Merry Merry Christmas!!

A night out with my boys.....

Most of you know that I keep two boys that I love dearly and would take them in and love them if there Mom would let me have them. Last night Ryan and I took them out to eat and then to the New Bass Pro Shop in Leeds which is huge and took us 2 hours to get through everything. If your husband hunts or fishes, do not let them go in there! You may be there all day. Here are some pictures of the boys shooting at the range and playing on the four wheelers that were for sale outside of the store.

Ryan's saturday project!

Our yard has been covered with leaves like you have never seen and Ryan got in the yard all day on Saturday and raked and got them all up. He worked so hard so that our house would be pretty (at least in the front), the back is still really yucky. Good job Ryan!!

Last day of school project!

Last year we did sort of a sip and strokes at work on the last day of school and we continued the tradition this year so I wanted to show you what I painted on Friday, I thought that it turned out ok!!

Last Day for 2 weeks!!

Today is the last day of school for 2 weeks and wow!! do I need a break. I am so glad, even though we have a lot to do and running around. I am still glad to be able to sleep in a little and rest. Hope that you all have a great weekend and I will post again once I start finishing some projects.

Dr.'s Appt

I had my glucose test yesterday and passed with flying colors, my sugar was great. I am measuring right on target but still not gaining any weight which she did not seem too concerned about. I did have to have a hematocrit test and failed royally the iron test, so wish me luck, we will be taking iron supplements for the rest of the pregnancy. Yuk!!! was the word I heard all day about them.

Surprisingly, the orange glucose drink was delicious, it tasted just like a yummy cold Sunkist which I have been craving while pregnant; however it has entirely too much caffeine in it. All in all, the doctors appt went well and now I am moving on to every two weeks instead of just once a month, which scared me because that means it is getting closer and closer and I have so much to do. Thanks to all of you that were praying and Ryan and I will keep you updated!!

Happy Anniversary!

Ryan and I celebrated our 2 year anniversary on Tuesday!! We didn't really do anything yet, because this week has been crazy for us but we are planning on something for tomorrow night. We both said that we felt like it has been longer ( in a good way).

It's crazy to think that when we celebrate our 3rd anniversary, we will have a 9 month old baby!!Wow!! How lucky we are!

Pictures that I promised!!

Last night I hosted my supper club so my house had to be ready for Christmas and all so here are some pictures of the house all decorated!! We had a blast at supper club but no pictures from that, which is a shame!! Of course, I couldn't resist the dogs.

Christmas Decorating!!

Due to the increased size of my belly in the last few weeks, I have had my Christmas boxes all out and the tree is up with half lights and nothing else. I can't seem to finish getting everything up. I am going to work all day today and tomorrow in hopes of finishing so please wish me luck. I have supper club on Wednesday so I really do not have a choice. I will post some pictures when I am done!!

Have a great weekend!

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Ryan and I have so much to be thankful for!!!
We hope that you have a special day with your family and friends !!

Good Football Day in the Farrell Household!

Yesterday was a good football day!! Auburn did not play so at least its not a loss and we are gearing up for Alabama next week!!

War Eagle!!

Ryan and I went to Starkville yesterday for tailgating fun and MSU pulled out a win over Arkansas that was truly a good game; however, we both felt sick for the Arkansas kicker. I never think that a tie or win should be left up to one person.

Hope that you all have a great Thanksgiving week!!

Hardest Part about my job

Within the last week, God has taken one of my current students and one of my former students to be with him. I know that they are in a better place where their disability has been taken away and they are healthy thriving children. It will never get easy though, this is the hardest part of my job when we have to say good bye. I treat the end of each year, especially if I am moving children to different therapists, like it is really special because you never know when the last time you will see a child will be. Please pray for the families of these children and embrace your child today with love no matter what. Never take for granted the moments that you have with your child or any other loved one. Sorry to be so sappy but this is the part that I will never be able to get used to.
I wish you all a safe and happy week and remember these children that are in God's Kingdom now.
Kapi

Baby Gift!!

Ryan and I have been talking about the gift that you get after you have a baby from your husband and Ryan was new to this, He said "There is a gift for that too? What do I get for putting up with you while you are pregnant?"

He is so sweet and I told him even before we were pregnant that I wanted a really nice camera so that I could take pictures like the photographers and not have to spend so much money on all that, plus it will be so fun to have. This week my sweet husband surprised me with a Nikon D60 with the lenses and all these accessories, which I have no idea what they are for, but I will. He said that he decided to give it to me early so that I could learn how to work it and know all about it by the time the baby comes.

Ryan is too good to me and I love him very much. He is always there to help me and tell me when I am being unreasonable. He is so sweet!!

I love you honey

kapi

Overwhelming!!

I am not sure if it is pregnancy or what but lately I have been very overwhelmed with the amounts of chores, work, etc that has to be done. In the past, I just did it and didn't worry about it or I would not worry about it until it was done. Here lately, I have been waking up at night worrying about paperwork that I have to do for work, money that needs to go in different places, the house and how it needs to be arranged. Everyone says to sleep, sleep, sleep but how are you suppose to do that between these things named above and needing to use the ladies room 4 times a night. Ryan has been such a wonderful help whether he just talks to me or helps me with the heavy stuff, He loves me and wants me to rest also. I am hoping that this will work it self out and I will be getting out for Thanksgiving and Christmas break soon, so hopefully some of this will be able to get caught up. I am looking forward to the break and hoping to see all my friends and family soon!!!
Kapi

King Size Bed!!

Since Ryan and I have been married, we have been sleeping in a queen size bed that has never been a problem. Allie has always slept with us and we have had no worries. Last November, we got Sassie and she gets in the bed with us most of the time but not always. Ryan and I were doing fine until my growing belly started happening and the fact that I get up 3-4 times a night to use the ladies room. So last week, we went and got ourselves a king size bed and mattress set, it was delivered on Saturday and last night was my first night to sleep in it, it was wonderful.
Our room is a little small for a king size but its worth the comfort at night!!!

Have a great week!!

Don't forget to vote today!!!!

Weekend Events

This weekend my sweet friend Kimberly got married and we had her wedding and she was so beautiful and her new husband was so excited and the weather was beautiful and I wanted to show you pictures. Everything was so fun and just perfect!

Under Construction!!

Please pardon our mess as we update and make our blog a little trendier!! Ryan and I have been working on it, only because I am terrible at the template transfers and all. We will have it all new and improved closer to the end of next week.
Thanks for being patient with us!!

HaHahahahah, We think that this is funny!!!

This is a picture of our baby that Ryan's brother altered to make it more Farrell.......

He doesn't really realize that I am the one carrying the child and already have plenty of say so in its choices!!!

We are having a.........

Baby!!!!

We still are keeping the sex of the baby a surprise!!

Hahahahah Just wanted to see if I could get anyone! We had our 20 week ultrasound today and even though we are only 19 weeks, we got to see the precious miracle that is growing. I, of course, cried the entire ultrasound and loved seeing every minute of the baby. We were given a CD that has tons of our first pictures on it. It is very reassuring to hear that the heart, kidneys, brain, spine, arms, legs, fingers, etc all look and measure healthy. We heard the heartbeat and it was so amazing. I just want to praise God for this blessing and Ryan and I could not be happier. We now officially have the due date of March 18th and are really excited. I hope that you all are doing well and these pictures are not great but good enough to see.

Can't wait!!

As most of you all know I am a little bit of a blog stalker but in a good way. I am not trying to spy on anyone just keep up with my friends that we may not talk as often or have new babies that I love to watch grow and learn. I have many that I check regularly and love doing it. I am getting ideas for changing our blog and making it trendier. I was scrolling through blogs last night and thinking that in 4 1/2 months I am going to get to post pictures of our little one (whatever it may be) and I am so excited. The more that I look at my friends that have their babies and children saying and doing funny things, I can't wait. I am sure that I will also be asking for lots of advice and tips on the parenting aspect. So please get your advice ready and when this little one arrives, I will posting more. For right now it is other stuff!!!

Friday!!!

Oh my goodness, I never thought that Friday would come this week, it has been a very long week for both Ryan and I at work and busy at home. We are looking forward to doing nothing this weekend and relaxing. Hope that you all have a wonderful weekend!!

Appointment Today

I had my doctors visit today and it went great. I am 15 weeks and will go back in 3 weeks for the big ultrasound that shows you the baby and how everything is developing. We are not going to find out the sex of the baby so we will keep you all guessing but we are excited to see the little one. Please pray that everything checks out well!!

Nothing much to report!!

I just wanted to say that I am sorry for being so slack on the Blog, there is not a whole lot going on here. Ryan is actually in GulfPort this weekend for the celebration of his Dad's 60th Birthday and I am in Birmingham for 2 baby showers and a wedding shower.

The baby, as far as we know, is doing well, I go back to the doctor on Wednesday for a check up and hopefully all will be well. I am officially 15 weeks and still a little queazy, I keep hoping that all those friends of mine that say it goes away by 14-17 weeks are right, I am really ready to eat dinner again.

Ryan and I did get a baby bed within the last few weeks, we found this really pretty bed at a place in Homewood that is going out of business and we got it for 75% off, it is really beautiful and such a steal!!

We hope that Auburn can pull out a win tonight and I hope that everyone in Auburn enjoys the game!!! War Eagle!!!

My Monday Morning!!

Imagine my surprise when I walked out to the car and this is what I found!!! A tree branch hit the car and smashed the back windshield. After almost all day on the phone with insurance, etc, it should be fixed in about a week. Not the most exciting morning I would say!!!

Saturday

Ok, so Ryan and I had a great time tailgating in Starkville; however, we did not stay for the game and went back on Saturday night. We listened to the game all the way home and neither one of us was happy. They might have well just drawn straws at 6:00 and seen who was going to win and save all the fans the agony of that game.

A House Divided!!

Today is the one day in the year that Ryan and I do not really see eye to eye on Sports and Football. We are traveling to Starkville today to watch the Auburn Tigers take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs!! Wish us luck that we both make it back!!

Some News!!

Ryan and I wanted to let everyone know that we are expecting our first child in March. We are twelve weeks right now and really excited. I am looking forward to parenthood with lots of emotions and hoping that all my friends that have babies already are going to give me all the tips. We are just hoping and praying that God blesses us with a healthy happy baby and we look forward to meeting it in March!!!
We would love to hear from you when you get a chance!!

First Full Week Down!!

The babies lounging in the car!!!

I completed my first full week of school this week and wow it is always so exhausting. I can't complain because I love the routine but it really is nice when you don't have one. Ryan and I are good here, just getting ready for football season and trying to stay on top of Christmas shopping.

I hope that you all have a good week!!!

Kapi

Sad Post

This is my sad face because on Monday is the dreaded return to school and reality of work. I love having the summers off but dread the return of school, so everyone pray for me as I have to face the music on Monday!!!

Key West with the Girls

We went on this wine/sunset cruise that was so fun!!
Hemingways House!!
I do not like cats but could not resist the picture
At our dinner and caberet show that was great to be with all girls !!
Me, Keri and Mom

This summer I also went to Key West for a week with the girls in my family and wanted to share a few of those pictures!!

Our summer project that is taking forever...........

We have been updating our kitchen a little and it has taken forever due to a granite situation!!

I will have more pictures tomorrow, the guy came today to complete the backsplash and the granite is all in and we are really loving it.

Gulf Shores Trip 2008

Ryan's dad was playing with our niece and her tunnel
Brennan celebrated his birthday and we all had a great time with the Rock Band game

We go to the beach every year with Ryan's family and I wanted to share with you some of our pictures. There are not too many but here you go!!

MIA

Sorry that Ryan and I have been so MIA lately. In July we were so busy and I had no time to post anything so I am going to catch you all up on what we have been doing!!!

Happy 4th of July!!

We hope that everyone has a safe and happy holiday!!!

My babies just lounging!!

The dogs were outside the other day just lounging on the deck and I thought that they looked so cute. They are never together for a picture so I thought this one was worth taking!!

Justice was served!

I am finally finished with Jury Duty and could not be happier. Obviously, we are not allowed to talk about the case until a verdict has been reached, and now I am happy to say that we are through and I was released today at 12:00 noon.
Our case was a civil case that involved alot of flooding into the plaintiff's basement so for two and a half days, all I heard about was who is at fault and how much should we pay.

I am happy to serve on the court and I hope that I get to do that again in about 10 years or so...hahahhha

I hope that everyone is having a great week and I will be in touch!

Kapi

Jury Duty!

Kapi here for the weekly update:
I was summoned for jury duty on Monday the 23rd and after 4 hours of sitting in this room that reminded me of an airport, I was put in a group of 30 and taken to a court. Then after questioning, I was put on a case to hear. I am serving my civic duty and hopefully going to be done soon. Please pray for me as I sit and listen to this case and decide with 11 other people what the heck is going on.

Have a great week!!

My kids this week!

I am teaching vacation bible school at our church this week and the kids that I have are 4 years old and so funny. I thought that you might enjoy seeing some pics!