So Blessed.

I am feeling so very blessed today. Yesterday was my birthday and I had planned on doing nothing, just hanging out with Trev and Noah boy playing in the sunshine! Well, apparently, Trevor, my sister, and my parents had made other plans! Trevor got me a sweet gift and flowers (even though I said no presents!) and he planned to leave Noah with his sister and take me out to the movies and ice cream. My little sister made appointments for us to go get pedicures done! That was so fun. I loved every second of it and very much needed the pampering! My parents also decided to drive up and take us out to dinner and spend some time with me! We went to Buffalo Wild Wings (yumm!) and then came home to open gifts. My parents got me some cute decorations and a brand new Camp Chef!! I am so excited about that, we have been dying to grill outside all summer! My sis also got me a cute decoration with one of my favorite quotes! It's adorable. And one of the gifts Trev got me was a fantastic movie called The Change Up (it's so funny, pretty crude at some points, but if you are a parent you will find it hilarious!). We never did get to go to the movies like Trev planned, time got away from us. But hopefully soon.
We filled up the pool and let Noah and some friends swim around during the day, and then Trev taught me a new card game called Rummy. I had such a good day and I am so grateful for Trev, and my family for making my day so special for me! While I was fully prepared for a low key day at home (and would have enjoyed it!) I loved the way my day ended up. I have world's greatest Mom, Dad, and sister! They are so amazing and I am thankful I get to call them my family. They are so thoughtful and kind..and just the best people. I am also grateful for my sweet hubby. He is the best guy ever and not a day goes by that I am not so happy to have married him. Whether it's because he writes me a sweet note, surprises me for the birthday, or simply just making me laugh when I am grumpy. He rocks. Anyways, all my pics are on FB I don't feel like uploading them to here. Just needed to share my gratitude for a wonderful family.Seriously, I have cried in the last 24 hours thinking about how wonderfully blessed I am.

Father's Day!!

Well, It is Father's Day, and I need to dedicate a post to the amazing men in my life.

Let's begin with my Dad! He is seriously the best dad in the world! Hands down, one of the most selfless people and kindest men ever. He has instilled such great qualities in me and I am forever grateful. One of the most important things he has taught me is to be respectful. He is a firm believer in respect.. no matter what. Always be respectful. Don't borrow something unless you absolutely have to, and if you do borrow something, you return in better condition that you got it in. I can't begin to go into all the wonderful lessons my dad has taught me in my lifetime. But right now, respect is my favorite one. I love my dad with all my heart he is one of my biggest heroes. He (and my mom) are two of the greatest examples in my life. Not to mention he is a wonderful Grandpa. He and Noah are the best of friends. Thanks for everything you do for me and my family dad. I love you so very much and I don't know where I would be without you. 

 Next, my wonderful, amazing husband, and father of my children. Trevor is an amazing daddy. He is my hero and I know he will be our boys hero as well. There is nothing better than watching Trev teach Noah something or watching them play and bond together. Trev is one of the strongest guys I know and I am proud to call him my husband. I am so thankful for how hard he works for us, and especially grateful that he understands how important it is to me to be able to stay home with our kids. Trevor, I love you so much and you are the best daddy. Noah boy loves you so so much and we are so happy you are in our lives.

I couldn't leave out the wonderful Grandpas I have in my life. As with my Grandma's from my Mother's Day post.. I have several amazing grandpa's that I am so thankful and lucky to have there love and guidance and support in my life. Thank you, Grandpa Bill, Grandpa Con, Grandpa Brad, Grandpa Gary, and Grandpa Rassmussen (Trevor's grandpa and biggest hero). 

My father-in-law, John, is a wonderful grandpa as well. He loves Noah so much and would do anything in the world for him. He is such a kind and friendly man. I am thankful for his thoughtfulness and kindness he has shown to me and Trev and Noah.

Don't read unless you wanna make fun of the WHINEY DRAMA QUEEN I am being!! :)

So, I am 36 weeks... and feeling pretty miserable. Trevor left for some army training and will be gone for 2 weeks.. and he was already gone for 3 weeks before that! And I am now to the very end of my pregnancy and it sucks. I tell you what, I have no idea why people have multiple children. Being pregnant with a 2 year old is tough work! Haha. Over the last week, I have been having contractions, a but stronger than the braxton hicks I was having the last couple months... It scares me to be be having contractions while Trev is gone. I have also been swelling in my hands and  feet- not fun. A few more fun symptoms are: headaches, loss of appetite, nauseous, not being able to breathe, switching between my right and left side during the night every like hour because my hips are aching!.... Okay so I know I am being totally whiney, but seriously I don't remember the last 4 weeks of my pregnancy with Noah being so difficult! However, the baby dropped a bit yesterday and I can finally breathe again!:) I just don't understand how when I was pregnant the first time, I loved it so much... but this time it is less than fun. I blame the fact of having to chase a crazy 2 year old boy around! Ha. Don't get me wrong, I love feeling this precious little life inside of me and I know I will miss feeling him kick and move around inside of me... but right now I am ready to have him out! :) This is basically just a vent session because Trev is gone and I can't vent to him! I have been trying to relax and be easy on my body (as much as possible when I am alone and chasing Noah boy) because I need to keep this baby in for at least 2 weeks... obviously for the health of the baby, and I have a wedding to go to next weekend, I need Trevor home for the delivery, there are a few things still left to do around the house, I still need to get maternity pics done, and last (certainly not least though) I do not want a gemini baby.... I want a cancer baby! :)

Funny story, so I am HUGE and last week Trevor and I took Noah to the pool but the only swim suit I had that fit me was a bikini, so I worked it at the pool all huge and prego in a bikini. It was.... embarrassing.. to say the least. We took pics though so we can always remember. Haha.I won't be showing anyone except for family those beauties though!

The best thing about the last week has been Noah, he is so so sweet and I love him so much. He is always hugging and kissing me, and he has started to talk to his little brother and kiss my belly too. Oh how I love that! I am so excited to have two little boys, who can be best friends!

Oh and I need to give a BIG THANK YOU to my sister, mom, and dad for all their help the last week. Love you guys so much!