In approximately two more weeks...

Mark and I will be parents!!! We had our final ultrasound yesterday and everything looked great. Ari weighed in at 5.11 lbs and Noah at 5.9 lbs! They're definitely on the right track so hopefully we'll have some meaty little butterballs!

The only downside to our ultrasound was the fact that the little munchkins weren't in the right positions. This means that I will more than likely be having a c-section. I don't know all the details yet, but should know more when Mark and I go to my appointment with Dr. Randell on Tuesday. I'm not terribly upset or nervous about the procedure itself; just worried about recovery and taking care of two newborns at the same time. I know that we'll have help, but I don't want to lose any bonding time with my boys! It also makes me a little sad knowing that I won't be able to hold and cuddle with them right away. What's best for them is most important!! I'm sure that all will be well.

A Sea of Success!

Isn't this a fun bathroom! Thanks to my sis for putting up the decals!


Once the twinkies learn how to sit on the toilet, which will hopefully be soon, they'll admire an ocean of wonder! : )
This is the cool coral shower curtain that I found on clearance at Target. It was the only one left so I was meant to have it!

What a wonderful world!

Mark and I strategically flipped a coin to decide who would claim each side!


The new spectator chair...very comfy!





The Twinkies' room and bathroom is finally finished, minus a few decorative touches! Their room will be our new world for a while. Time's a tickin!

5 more weeks and counting

We had our 32 week and 4 day ultrasound yesterday and everything looks wonderful! Ari was measuring in at approximately 4.5 lbs and Noah was right at 4 lbs. They're gaining about 1/2 lb a week! They're both almost head down as well...it would be fantastic to NOT have a cesarean. I am continuing to keep my fingers crossed! It's hard to believe that they'll both be here in just about one month. We can't wait to finally meet them!

Yesterday was my last day of work. As exciting as it may sound to go on bed rest, it kind of hits you that it won't really be so great when the time comes. I thought I'd be okay yesterday, but got a little teary several times. As much as I complain about going to work, I truly love what I do and the kiddos that I work with! They drive me crazy, but I miss them already! I know that the new long-term sub will be just fine with them. It's hard for me to give up control. I'm sure that once the Twinkies finally arrive I will no longer worry about not working!

Showered with Love

We had our first baby shower yesterday and it was completely and totally breathtaking! A HUGE thank you to my sister and brother-in-law for all of their hard work and thoughtfulness in putting everything together. Also a huge thank you to everyone for coming! The amount of gifts that we received was truly overwhelming! Mark and I are very lucky to have all of you in our lives.

Ta-Da!

Our cool dachshund lamp from Olozoo.

Don't you love the chair??? Our glider hasn't come in yet.

This bedding from Nurseryworks is appropriately called "Mac n Cheese!"



The Twinkies' room is almost finished! Cribs are up, bedding's in, now we just need a little child friendly decor...and our glider. I totally love it! Thank you, baby!

But wait, there's more...

It drives me crazy that for some reason I can only post five pictures per post. Here are some more pictures of the almost completed nursery. : )