Food and Travel, our week in review

Christmas was great for us this year. To make things easier on all of us and keep expectations in check, the kids were each allowed to ask Santa for three things. And they actually only came up with two firm things, and Santa came up with the third. And that's all they got, three things. And a stocking full of a few goodies, socks and a new toothbrush:)
It was nice to have them expect just three things and value the things they did receive. And it sure helped out Santa's pocketbook, and kept out all of the junk!
We were thankful to spend the day at home in our pajamas. We just hung out and played with their new toys. It was nice not to have to get dressed and rush out the door. Then we had my parents and grandparents over for dinner:)

It's been a whirlwind of traveling for us this week. We had Boyne last weekend, then xmas, then we headed up to Jeff's parents house for the weekend. It seems like all we do is drive and eat. Eat and eat. After-all what do people do when they get together? Eat! Jeff made his fantastic prime rib on Christmas and then Paulla spoiled us all weekend with fantastic food, and lots of it!
It just so happens that last week and the next two, my brewing baby is supposed to quadruple it's size. And with all of this holiday food, my belly has sure "popped" out. It seems daily it grows! And with all of that scar tissue from two previous c-sections, it feels great! (aka, mildly painful). I've been feeling the gravity more this time, after having stretched out ligaments and non-rebuild abs before this pregnancy. I'm 18 weeks now and the baby is about six inches long! We have an ultrasound on January 14th and can't wait to see this little peanut and see how it's measuring. Our babies were always measuring large.

The kids are enjoying their holiday break, but are starting to fall of the wagon. Their manners were apparently taken by Santa up the chimney along with their patience! They've been ALL over the place and without their normal routine. These two thrive on routine! And without it, they quickly start to fall apart. One week left... wish mommy some patience and energy:)

Ok well I just wanted to give you all a little update. I have Christmas pictures coming soon:)