May 29, 2011

The sweetest baby shower ever

Along with going back to a college classroom, I have also spent much of this school year in elementary classrooms. I have been visiting one-on-one, 2 times/week with a 3rd grader through Youthfriends and volunteering in a 2nd-3rd grade classroom at a small private school on most Fridays. Another commitment started out as a observation assignment for school but turned into a 2 times/week volunteer opportunity in a 5th grade classroom.

All of these students have been excited for my upcoming baby. I catch them staring at my belly :) Three of "my" 5th grade friends went above and beyond by planning a classroom baby shower for me. They collected money from their classmates, bought decorations, had cupcakes, appetizers, and gifts. The absolute highlight would have to be a power point presentation they put together with parenting advice. Below are a few of the slides to give you a taste.





Thank you to "H", "M", and "H" for hosting my first and most unexpected baby shower!
Thank you to Mrs. C for taking time out of the day for this event (when there is NEVER enough time for everything)! I have learned so much in your classroom this year!

May 18, 2011

Nursery Sneak Peak

I have been busy working on putting together the nursery. I have to give a lot of credit to my mom. Having a mother that can sew is PRICELESS! We made the crib skirt and crib sheet together. Yes, I will also be buying crib sheets but I wanted at least one in the color I love.



Joe took down the white and brass ceiling fan and installed this light. He hates it, I love it! It was cheap and looks cute in the room.


This is a fun photo project that I am working on. It isn't done yet... we are obviously missing a picture but I can't wait to finish this.

Almost-a-Mother's Day

I had a fantastic Mother-To-Be day thanks to a great husband and family. Joe made me his breakfast specialty (for special occasions only) Banana Crepes. He makes these for me on Christmas morning, my birthday, etc. They are amazing. Then he proceeded to clean my car inside and out. He also got me some beautiful Lilies that are still going strong almost 2 weeks later! Thank you, Joe, for making my first Mother's Day memorable!


I hosted my family for a Mother's Day lunch and then headed to my in-laws to celebrate Mother's Day and my Mother-in-law's Birthday that fell on the same day this year. It was a very busy day but a lot of fun!

Easter at the Farm

After church we headed up to my parent's "farm" for a relaxing Easter. We had a great lunch and a fun egg hunt. The kiddos are definitely getting more and more into these things and it is so much fun to watch!