Phoenix's New Favorite Spot

Always finding him in new, random places...

The AV...Summed Up

I'm sorry, but I couldn't resist. Everytime we drive south on the 14 into Lancaster/Palmdale I see this billboard and it just makes me laugh. You know exactly what I mean if you have lived in or visited the Antelope Valley.

I also added a picture of the AV Fair that is winding down right now. Haven't been, but I am sure it is amazing?

33 Weeks

I am 33 weeks along this week! Getting closer! I am still feeling pretty well, although my feet and ankles are swelling some (which is not attractive) and I get heartburn quite frequently. I am slowly but surely getting the baby's room ready, organizing, washing clothes and blankets, etc. I just want to do it all, but am trying to pace myself a little :)

I wore this same shirt at 26 weeks...do you see a difference?

Rewind...31 Weeks

Here is a picture taken at 31 weeks (on August 9)...I will post a new, more updated picture soon!

Free Nursing Cover

"Udder Covers" is once again offering a free nursing cover with promotional code: "backorder1" Applies to both solids and patterned nursing covers. All you have to do is pay shipping. Great for any nursing or soon-to-be mama. Click here for website.

Thanks Kim for the original tip. :)

Baby Gear 101

When Steve arrived back home he had a few baby gear projects waiting for him. You would think these things would be simple- it's just baby stuff right? While Steve was in NC (before my 2nd trip to CO) I had ordered a stroller online and because there was only a 30-day money back guarantee (and Steve would still be gone longer than those 30 days) I decided I would open the box, make sure everything was there, etc. I looked at the instruction booklet and thought "how hard could this be?" Everything was pretty much pre-assembled, but I literally only made it to Step 2 and fidgeted with the thing the entire evening before giving up in frustration and deciding the stroller would have to wait 7+ weeks for Steve's return. I called my brother that night because they have a similar stroller and hoped that he could give me some pointers. He told me to plan on any baby gear assembly project to take a couple of hours. The truth is, they make these manuals with extremely unclear black and white illustrations and arrows pointing to places that may not even exist on your model. If you're lucky there will be a phrase of actual text telling you what to do. They should have classes on this stuff. I seriously went to youtube.com hoping that there would be someone else who had posted an instructional video on how to put together this particular stroller. So annoying...but one thing is for sure, Steve will be heading up all future baby gear and toy assembly projects.

My hero!

New Contributor

Steve is going to be contributing to Colorado Dreamin soon, so be on the lookout for some of his posts every now and then!

Busy Weekend: Birthing Class, Citywalk, Star Trek, & BJ's

This past weekend was certainly eventful as it began with an all-day birthing class at my doctor's office. We decided it might be best to complete the class in 1 day as it would be difficult to attend multiple classes during week nights when we live 45 minutes away from Lancaster and Steve's work schedule has been unpredictable and hectic with ever-changing flight schedules. So there you have it, we spent the day learning all about labor, relaxation techniques, delivery, etc. etc. Steve's favorite part (haha) was watching the labor videos...he's not really feeling the whole blood and gore aspect. :) Overall, the training was beneficial and informative and answered most of the questions that I had. Really at this point I think I am more anxious about all the silly Tricare procedures that we have to go through with the military than the actual delivery itself. I guess as it gets closer that may change....

After the class, we headed down to the Universal Studios Citywalk in Hollywood where we met up with Steve's Aunt Linda and cousin, Amy. They decided to take a girl's weekend getaway trip to California before school starts up again for Amy at the end of the month. We enjoyed a fun dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe and then checked out some of the shops and entertainment.

Aunt Linda and Amy at City Walk

Steve and I. (Me at almost 31 weeks)

Sunday was fun as we hit the cheap theatres and saw Star Trek in the afternoon, which was definitely a great movie, and then shared a yummy BJ's pizza and cookies n' cream Oreo pizookie. (If you have visited us in California, chances are we have taken you to BJ's on maybe one or more occasion.) Ahhh, fun times!

How delicious does that look!? If you won't come visit us for the beautiful desert landscape, consider visiting for this delicious warm dessert! (The rest of the food is good too!)

"The Shack"

I just finished reading the Shack by William Paul Young. I am sure you have possibly heard of the New York Times Best Seller. Steve received it as a gift from our AWANA TNT leader this past year and I jumped on reading it. I have been reading a lot of fiction books as of late, simply because they tend to be a bit of an easier read, but this one stands out among the many I have read. I have heard some mixed reviews, but it is really a "page turner" and without giving away any of the plot, I recommend that you read it. It gave me a new perspective on the trinity, love, and relationship. In fact, I think it is one of those books that I will read again later down the road.