Countdown to Skye's Arrival

Today I'm 35 weeks pregnant and had an appointment this morning. Apparently I'm already 1.5 centimeters and 50% effaced. That's a little scary considering with Joey I didn't dilate until 38 weeks and then he was born at 39. Guess I need to get my bag packed and do my belly cast soon if I want one. I'm supposed to be induced in June 18th but it sounds like miss Skye is going to determine her own birthday.
Today I became the proud owner of a mini van. I never thought that would happen at 28 years old. But when you've got 3 youngins, you gotta do whatcha gotta do.
The only other news is being on day shift now. I really enjoy seeing my family every night. Not to mention my days off feel so much longer and more productive. I'm gonna miss the extra income and my coworkers but overall the change will be good.

You Will Be Missed

I'm sad to report that a week ago today my uncle lost his battle with cancer. He fought so hard up until the very end but I'm glad he no longer has to suffer. He was an amazing person that always made those around him smile/laugh. Sometimes it still doesn't feel real. When I look back at important times in my life- graduations, birthdays, holidays, trips to camp- he was there. I will always treasure the bond that we had. I feel we were pretty close for an uncle and niece. I'm thankful I was able to hug him one last time and tell him that I loved him the night before he passed. It's been a tough week for the whole family/friends. I continue to pray for my aunt, cousins, grandmother, mother, and uncles as they try to deal with his loss as well. I can't imagine losing my husband/father/son/brother.

Looking back on the laughs is what helps get you through times like this. My memories of Pooh Pooh include- Barnard Bashes, the spray on hair running in his eyes, pee wee herman dance/laugh, weekly trips to Kristophers and the grilled cheese incident and sugar packets, being at my softball games but chanting football cheers (ie: push em back push em back waaaaaay back), the ride home in the camero when the "clutch" messed up, getting in the river when the water was up and he was holding richard and I b/c of the current and told us the water might get warm for a few seconds, the infamous cat call rrrreeeeaaaarrrr, always saying "what" while trying to look so innocent, the chuck taylors with budweiser shorts and fishing hat at camp, JD!, beer chime mugs, "clogging", hearing the story about roasting a large "marshmellow", James Taylor concerts, and so many other stories that brought a smile to our faces and will continue to do for years to come.

I love you and miss you dearly uncle Dick. But I know you are in a better place watching over and protecting all of us!
~*~ Years ago at Camp Clogging w/Elaine... Not sure What he did To Me~*~

~*~ Halloween '03~*~

~*~ Wish it wasn't so dark... Shows his Randomness~*~

~*~Halloween '06- Longhorns Fan Costume~*~

~*~ Our Bachelor/Bachelorette Party '07~*~

Emotional Roller Coaster Ride

Lot of catching up so here we go. All my doctor appoinments so far have been going well. I'm no longer measuring ahead of schedule so I'm not really sure what the cause was. But as long as mommy and baby are healthy that's all that matters.

April 22nd was our baby shower and we had a great time seeing old friends and hanging out. Our friends/family absolutely SPOILED this little girl and she's not even here yet. We are so greatful to everyone for your gifts. THere were even some guys there to join in our celebration and help Frankie through a few back for his birthday. His buddies from work got him some diapers lol... that was a gift that he and Skye had in common =o)

~*~ Opening Gifts~*~

~*~ The Guys~*~

~*~ The Gifts~*~

The morning after the shower we headed to the beach with my mom and grandmother. We were disappointed at first when we checked in because our room was supposed to be oceanfront and it was ocean view...barely. The next morning we were moved to an oceanfront room and all was well. It was pretty chilly the first 2 days but then it was nice the rest of the week. We enjoyed being on the beach, the indoor pool, going to Ripley's Aquarium, and we even to Joey to Ride Makerz to build a car. He LOVED it! When we walked in the store he went wild seeing all the car stuff. Coming home was not something I was looking forward too... especially since I had to go back to work that weekend.

~*~ Building Our Truck~*~

~*~ At the Aquarium~*~

~*~ Getting Water with Daddy~*~

~*~ The Gang~*~

~*~ Nana Giving Joey a Ride~*~

When we got home we received word that my uncle had been rushed to the hospital. He's been battling cancer for the past year. The next night I called in so that I could go visit him with my family. What an eye opening experience. It was so devastating to see him not awake when he had just been himself (cutting up, joking, at home) the days before. Through lots of prayers, some steroids and other meds brought him back to his usual jokester self. He went to the Hospice unit for a couple of days but I'm happy to say that he's currently back at home :*) Thank you God!