Update on The Washington Family

September 2011

Ramsey: 32 months
counting to 20, knows all shapes and colors, knows his days of the week, potty-training, loves being "mommy's helper", enjoys reading books, can work an iphone, computer, ipad, and his tv/dvd player all by himself, loves snuggling up and watching movies, favorite saying is "what?! almooooooost".

Raiden: 21 months
counting to 10, knows most shapes and colors, is trouble-trouble with a capital T, loves to play jokes, likes to watch Baby Can Read, enjoys books and loves to dance to music, potty-training and doing great! favorite saying is "be right back".

Sunday, November 16, 2008

8 Months and Counting Down...

It's hard to believe that Ramsey will be here within the next 4 weeks. Shaun and I have been "nesting" the past week and have Ramsey's things in order (or so we hope!). Our checklist is now down to "Wait for Penny to go in labor". Shaun has assembled all the necessities (pack-n-play, car seat, baby swing, etc.) and I am in the process of packing the hospital bag today. We are both getting very anxious. We picked out Ramsey's coming home from the hospital outfit this weekend. My "pet name" for Shaun is Brown Bear. At Babies-R-Us we found a cute little fuzzy brown bear outfit that has a hood and footsies in it to keep Ram warm. I can't wait to see Ramsey in it! I feel like Shaun and I have grown so much closer the past few weeks. He has been very attentive and loving & still keeps a close eye on every move I make. I had a little "bug" this weekend that gave us a scare. My body was dehydrated from sickness and it caused me to have some contractions that were not so pleasant, but we fought through it and I'm much better now. I will begin seeing the doctor on a weekly basis from here on out to check for dilation, etc. I'm looking forward to parenthood with Shaun; he is going to be an awesome father.

I had my 8th month check-up on Friday afternoon and we got to see our final sonogram of Ramsey. He was packed like a sardine in my tummy and had his hands covering his face so we couldn't see him, however the technician checked out all his body parts and everything is in good shape. His measurements show him to be weighing approximately 6lbs8oz. Yes....that's right! He's going to be a BIG BOY. My jaw dropped when she told us the weight. I'm hoping that the machine was weighing heavy that day! LOL. Ramsey's heartbeat was at a strong 151bpm & I am weighing and measuring within all normal ranges.
Ramsey's due date is still set for December 15th, however I have a feeling he will be making his debut a bit sooner. I have certainly reached "that point" in the past few days and am beginning to feel more uncomfortable and irritable. Of course, my emotions are on a HUGE roller coaster right now and I myself never know when I'm going to burst out in tears or turn red with frustration. I've found myself "nesting" at work as well....preparing my lesson plans for the next several weeks and trying to get my room in an order that will allow for the substitute to have a smooth transition into my room. I must say, however, that I'm very nervous about leaving my students. I know I will miss them greatly and because I'm so bossy and controlling (Hey! At least I can admit it, right?!) it irks me to think of someone else being in "my territory". Silly, I know!

My mom is preparing for a new change in her life as well. She will be moving to the Plano area and will be keeping Ramsey for Shaun and I after we return to work. We are very lucky to have her as we know Ram will be in good hands and receive lots of attention from his "Momo".
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care....in hopes that Ramsey soon would be here.

JCP Shower


Shaun and I are so incredibly thankful to have such great friends in our lives. On Friday, we were showered with lots of wonderful gifts and great company at Shaun's work (JCP). The JCPenney family was incredibly generous to us as we received our Pack-n-Play, baby monitor set, and much more. Shaun is grateful to be a part of such an awesome team of people & truly loves his work.
Pictured above: A few of the JCP team who helped make our shower so special. Thanks Y'all!



Hunter & Shaun: Hunter is Diane's (Shaun's Senior Manager) little boy. He was SO CUTE. He even handmade Shaun a special card for the shower. Precious!







Aly & Penny










Diaper Cake made by "The Jewelry Girls" at JCP. Thanks, ladies!










Shaun's FAVORITE gift....a Tony Romo football. It's already on display in Ramsey's room.





Sunday, November 9, 2008

Ramsey's Room & Baby Shower at Malvern




Ramsey's Room









Already put up the Christmas Tree...















Penny & Khourie at her baby shower
Khourie is due in March with baby girl #3














Baby Shower at Work hosted by my Kindergarten Team