Conner

Hours before we had to checkout of the hospital, we decided on a name....finally. I know people (my mom) were getting a little annoyed that we didn't have a name a little quicker. We needed to feel like it fit him...and this one does.

Conner Jonathan Shaw


Things are going pretty well. I'm feeling better and better every day, although I know it will take a while before I'm completely able to do everything I want to. You really discover how much you use those muscles, and how much you can't do when they've been cut up and re-arranged!









We are definitely in love. He is a big snuggler, but is very spazy when he sleeps. It's pretty funny to watch. We had our first projectile vomit situation last night....Jon and I both weren't really prepared for that on his 5th day of life, but we did it and everything turned out. I find the key is to take it a day at a time. I don't focus on many things in the near future, just today, and I love it.





I'll do my best to keep up with the pictures and hopefully I'll get the hang of things a little better, and am able to actually put on makeup, because I look pretty awesome most of the time! I did shower today which is a step in the right direction! Wish us luck!

And a Baby Makes Three...

(We are so happy to be starting this thing!!)
Baby Shaw is here!










(Bath Time)


I need to first apologize to my parents for making them wait for pictures. I thought I would have more time, but recovery is a bit harder than I anticipated.

Things started on Thursday night, I was induced around 1 A.M. Things were going pretty good during the morning and then we weren't making a lot of progress by mid afternoon. Around 6:00 his heart rate wasn't doing very well so we were taken to do a C-Section. Things went pretty quickly after that and he was finally here.

Still no name. We are working on it really hard I promise....I think it's me who is holding up the game, but it's such a big decision! I'm torn! As soon as we figure out what we (I) want, I'll let you know!

Baby Boy Shaw
Born : March 11, 2011
Time: 6:22 P.M
Weight: 9 lbs 15 oz
Length: 22 1/2 inches

We are all doing great. He is so cute and I promise I'll put up more pictures as soon as we get home.

Wish you were here Mom and Dad! We love you and miss you and Baby Shaw can't wait to meet you! Just a few more months!

When You're Overdue

Being 3 days over your due date isn't fun. Most people can tell you are overdue...and in my case (I'm huge) I get pity looks everywhere I go, it's very annoying. I love and appreciate how concerned people are about me, but what I really want is to get this baby out of me. I sound really grouchy, but I'm not. I think I still have a pretty good attitude, I haven't yelled at anyone yet.

I've been weirdly obsessed with cleaning my house, checking and re-checking my hospital bag, and making sure my toes are cute...even though no one really cares, I want cute toes. Jon volunteered to give me a pedicure....by far one of my favorite things that he's done for me during the pregnancy. He was so intent on doing a good job, and I loved it.





We finished the nursery, and here are some pictures. I'm really happy with how it turned out. I'm sure more things will come once he's here, like pictures...but it's done for now. Enjoy...









I would say cross your fingers that something happens before Thursday, but I'm pretty sure it won't....I'm thinking Thursday or Friday is the day. We'll keep you all posted!

Waiting...

At the beginning of February Jon was out of town and I put myself on bed rest because I was too nervous the baby was going to come while he was gone...and now here we are days before the due date and still no baby. Babies really have a mind of their own. My Dr. told me weeks ago that he didn't think I would make it to my due date, and now we are discussing other options in case I go past my due date.

Since I'm too huge to do much anymore, I've come up with a few projects to work on as I sit on the couch. I'm not much to take pictures of things that I make, but I'm 9months pregnant, so I can brag all I want.


This is a quilt I made for Jon. My very first attempt at sewing since High School and I have to say...I'm quite proud of how it turned out.



Apparently old school cloth diapers make the best burp cloths...you really need the thicker fabric to soak up all that spit up....so I did my best to make them cuter. My sister and I had a good time making them together. We really have no idea what we are doing when it comes to sewing machines. We needed our mom there to help us.


These are some receiving blankets that I made and then crocheted around the edges. I love crocheting. I'm pretty sure I was probably 9 or 10 when my mom first taught me how, and even though it may be old lady-ish...it's the best thing to do while you hang out on the couch watching episode after episode of Gilmore Girls.

I have two more things to finish up and then you get pictures of the nursery. Sorry to anyone who doesn't care, but we have too many family members who aren't here to celebrate with us so endure the nursery pictures.

Cross your fingers that we only have a few days left.

Our 2010

2010 was a year of unexpected twists and turns at our house. In some ways it flew by so fast, and in other ways it felt like 12 long months.



Our year started off with a move into the house I grew up in, and a goodbye to these two. The 12 long months are mostly associated with them. I'm finally to the point where I feel time is going by faster. I smile knowing that in 6 short months they will be home.

We were able to enjoy a lot of time with Jon's family this year. His brother's family visited in July, we were able to go to Minnesota in August and have everyone there, and then we spent Thanksgiving in Houston. It's been great to spend time with everyone.




In July we were thrilled to find out we were expecting our first baby. I spent a lot of time by the toilet the next few months, but eventually started feeling better and am so grateful that the pregnancy has gone so well.



August was our big trip to Minnesota where we did a lot of boating, took in a baseball game, played rock band until we got blisters, and did some more boating. We loved it.

Our Thanksgiving was spent in Houston and Christmas was here with my family...minus a few people. It was different this year for me to celebrate the holidays without my parents. We took advantage of Skype and had a few phone calls and made it through. I hope next year we'll all be able to be together.

2011 will be a big year for us. We'll be welcoming our little guy in just a few months. We've been getting ready and are getting really excited. I'm afraid to turn into a mommy blogger, but I can already feel my maternal instincts kicking in. I am so excited to be a mom, but I'm also so excited that in a few months I get to see my own parents. It's going to be a wonderful reunion. I'm looking forward to 2011, I hope you are too!

Houston...I'm in love

While those back home (Utah) enjoyed a blizzard (which I heard even stranded a few people), Jon and I enjoyed 80 degrees of loveliness for our Thanksgiving.

Alas, when you go here for Thanksgiving.




And you eat food like this





And you cheer on family members to beat this



And you get all of your Christmas shopping done here



And you get to spend every day with this handsome man



And your belly is getting bigger and bigger as the days go by.

You don't take pictures while on vacation.

Sorry Mom

Thank you Houston for letting me rest, relax, eat, shop, read, and wear short sleeves when it's almost December. You are my new favorite place to visit.

Juno and Paulie Bleeker

I know many people don't enjoy Halloween as much as I do...I know some who even use the word 'hate' when thinking about the holiday (aka Sarah), but what can I say...the day holds a special place in my heart.

This year our friends Gavin and Mallory threw what I can only hope will become an annual event...the Halloween Shindig. I loved everything about it. Great costumes, incredible food, hilarious stories shared. Let's just say that someone at our table works for a psych ward. Think....human burrito and x-rays of people who in a drug induced stupid moment ate a pipe, a credit card, and some keys. You've got to love those crazies. I was laughing so hard my belly was shaking like a bowl full of jelly...which to be honest....is looking more and more like Santa these days.

White elephant gifts were shared. I won big. Used toilet seats are pretty much the best white elephant gift you could ever give.

And who would have thought that most original costume would go to Juno and Paulie Bleeker. Thanks baby for giving me a great excuse to be the world's most popular pregnant teen.



Also in the winners circle were these greats...

Woody and Jessie the cowgirl. And best host and hostess ever



The pirates. I loved these costumes.



Queen of hearts. I have to say...so impressive.



M&M's. Best idea. I loved it. I was craving peanut M&M's all night.



Charlie Brown and Sally. I especially enjoyed the leggins. Classic




Thanks Gav and Mallory. I thoroughly enjoyed my Halloween this year!