Apple Dumplin' Gang

This morning we went with our friends, the Mertens to an apple orchard. We had so much fun! Everett was very excited that the first thing he got to do was play on a swingset. I love how Abigail and Everett look like they are having a deep conversation in this picture.

Eric, Hampton, and a goat. Hampton kept pointing to it and saying, "baaa."

Everett was brave enough to feed the goats.

A classic Hampton facial expression.

Feeding the ducks. Everett gave the rest of his apple to one of them.

What very well may be our last family picture as a family of four. Next time we come here, we will have Eleanor with us!

Now we have a bushel (or is it a peck?) of apples to make some apple pie and applesauce!

Pictures from the Park

Yesterday afternoon we took the boys to the park. It was hot, but not too hot. It was nice because we were the only ones there. When Everett was given the okay, he just ran toward the playground. This little one is coming along with learning to walk, but he has not taken his first steps independently yet. He can walk holding our hand, but mostly he just crawled around.

We did have them wear walking/running shoes though! Hampton walks better in these than his Crocs.

Everett never stopped running from the moment we got there. Such a great way to burn off some little boy energy!

I love his chubby cheeks and blueberry eyes.

Still on the move. Poor guy kept asking me to chase him or crawl through the tunnel. Not possible 9 months pregnant however.

I kept telling Hampton to get up and walk, and he kept shaking his head no.

I know he is three, but he still looks like a baby to me. I love that.

Morning Playdate and Friends

My good friend Sally Ann watched our babies this morning so Eric and I could go to our doctor's appointment. I am impressed with Sally Ann as she watched 4 babies 3 and under. Everett and Hampton had such a fun time! So grateful and blessed by good friends.

Everett loves babies! Also funny, Hampton has also been calling Everett a "baby" recently.
Sally Ann said they cooked quite a bit.

And here is Hampton the artist. I couldn't believe he could do this.

On My Toes

These little guys keep me on my toes lately! Yesterday I was in the living room and the boys were playing. Hampton had been in the kitchen for maybe 2 minutes and was being way too quiet. I thought he was playing with his train...... But no. He had gotten into one of the drawers and took out all the Zip lock bags and dish towels.

Then Everett took a quick break from his wild behavior to take a nap.

I had my 36 week appointment today. She is measuring right on track, heartbeat is good, and I have not progressed since last week. I am still 1cm and 50% effaced. I am happy because I do believe she will get to term, however I am a bit disappointed because I was kind of hoping to be a bit farther. My OB still thinks she will arrive soon, however you just never know! We have plans to relax this weekend and enjoy our family of four before things change once again.

Baby Hair

Yesterday I took Everett to get his hair cut. We only do this maybe about twice a year and it had been awhile. Since he is starting preschool soon, we had to get him cleaned up! This is the before picture. Everett was borderline infatuated with this cut-out. He asked me to take his picture with it.

This is the first time Everett ever sat in the chair by himself.

And the after picture. He was excited to get a blue lollipop for his big boy behavior. It is hard to tell how it looks here because it is still wet, but I was very pleased with the results. He is turning into such a big boy!

Afterward we ran through the car wash, so Everett said it was "my best day." So happy it doesn't take much to please little ones.

Cubby Bear

I don't know if he can get any sweeter............

Pregnancy Update and Eleanor's Nursery

I had my 35 week appointment yesterday. Everything went well. I am measuring right at 35 weeks and her heartbeat is strong. I am 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced. My OB predicts at this rate we definitely won't make it to our due date (Sept. 12), but is confident we can make it to 37 weeks. I really want her to be full-term, so I am praying she can wait just another week. I have another appointment next Thursday, so we will see where we are at that point. We are very excited to meet her! Here are some of her headbands. I have enjoyed making some of them.

And her closet! It has been so fun adding to her wardrobe and of course I had to have pink hangers.

One of her plaques.

A plaque my sister made for her.

Looking out her window. I love that our crepe myrtle in the front yard has just blossomed with beautiful pink flowers. Just in time for her arrival!

I was very pleased with how the wall decal turned out.

The "taggie" on the table is a gift our friend Jordan made for her. I was very impressed.

Some prints we ordered off Etsy and framed.

They worked perfectly in the room.

A cute doll my mom got for her. I can't wait to fill that frame with a picture!

Her bedding. Hampton has already broken this in as he has been sleeping in her room for nap time.

I love how her nursery turned out! It is such a bright, yet cozy room. I am very excited for her to see it.