Thanksgiving Recap

Hello all! Thanksgiving was wonderful this year! Joe and I had several days off together and really enjoyed that time! Thursday morning we went next door to watch the Macy's parade with Al and Linda for a while and wish them a Happy Thanksgiving. Then during the day we went to our friend's house (Bill and Janelle) for an afternoon feast and great company from church! From there we headed to Kay's where everyone was able to be there together. We enjoyed lots of yummy food, playing with Alie, relaxing on the couch, and a wide spread of Black Friday ads. I opted out of Black Friday shopping this year, no major bargains that we couldn't live without. (unfortunately, no photos from Kay's). Friday Joe and I unpacked the Christmas tree and various boxes of decorations. Saturday we headed to Norfolk for a get together with the Svoboda side of the family. Amazingly everyone was able to make it there too, we're getting to be quite the large group!!

With Bill and Janelle

Svoboda cousins and significant others with Grandpa and Grandma

Profile shot, 30 weeks (Thanks Janelle!)

Bump Update

Hello all!
As promised... here are the latest profile shots thanks to Janelle = )

27 Weeks!

Baby modeling her new top from Aunt Loribeth!

 

Almost into 3rd trimester already!

Holy cow time is flying by! I can't believe we are almost into our third trimester already! Yikes! I am super excited to get to meet our sweet baby girl, but at the same time I am really liking the bond we have right now. She is a very active baby, mostly still just fluttering but I have noticed an occasional jab as she must be getting stronger. I desperately need to have a profile shot taken to share with you all.... I'm getting huge! (At least I think so)

We go to the Dr again Nov 15th. As far as I know all is going super well. I feel great most of the time. I do get tired a little more but that's normal and will only increase as we get further along.

I started a new job this week, at St. Albert's Childcare Center here in Council Bluffs. I am helping in the 17-24 mo. old room. They are very active for sure, but I absolutely love the kids. It's amazing how unique they each are... and wonderful to observe how God has gifted them (i.e. nurturer, leader, etc.). They aren't to the potty training stage just yet, so I am getting my fair share of diaper changing prep! It's really a great learning experience overall. My favorite time has to be when I am reading books to them and they all try to sit on my lap... they're just so loving and cuddly!

Joe is working this week so I will pose for a photo next week and try to get it posted asap = )
Much love to you all! Continued thanks for your support and prayers!