6 Months!

We are 6 months along already! I can't believe it. It's really going fast. We had an appointment last week and found out that Baby Tay is heathy and active. Everything is great! I've still be feeling great, except my feet have been a bit sore in the evening. I used to complain when my mom would ask for foot rubs...now I'm understanding how great they feel! :)  haha!

It's been so exciting lately because four of my very close girl friends are also expecting. They are all due a month or less after us. They are all finding out what they are having and enjoying that exciting 20 week ultra sound. Beth and Jared had their appointment and remained strong..they decided to keep it a surprise...it will be pretty cool to find out what Baby Scheckel is in February!

Here's the new baby bump picture!

School is going great! We only have two more weeks of volleyball and football, so that extra time in the evenings will be awesome.

We're looking forward to a weekend of football fun...tomorrow we'll do some tailgating and enjoy the ISU/UNI game.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone. I'm praying the rain stays away.

Oh State...

This was the first time in many years that  I didn't watch....or cheer on the the cyclones at a tailgate during the Iowa St./Iowa game. I checked in on the score several times, and I actually think it was better this way. Oh State....UGH!
We did have a great weekend however! Blair and I were both part of the new Mr. and Mrs. Downing's wedding! We had a great time and it was beautiful weather. The wedding was outside and I don't think the couple could've been blessed with a nicer day! We were both happy to be part of their special day. Congrats Cody and Jenni!
Here's a couple pictures from the weekend:

While we were celebrating, my parents were at our house working! My mom and dad are helping us remodel part of the basement. We had a large storage room on one of the basement and we're turning that into a spare room. On the other unfinished end we're making a full bathroom. It's going to be soo nice! They got a lot done! They put in HUGE shelving units for storage and did a lot of gutting. It's such an improvement! I'll have to post b/a pictures. They worked very hard and we truly appreciate everything they've done..not to mention their willingness! Thanks Mom and Dad! 

I have one question- Where do weekends go? They sure seem to fly! Here is it Sunday night and we're preparing for another week of school and games! I have a Dr. appt tomorrow morning--hoping Baby T is growing and healthy!

Have a wonderful week everyone! 

Great weekend!

We had a great long weekend! It went rather quickly though. Saturday we went to Des Moines to see Blair's parents and Kayson, Blair's nephew. They were babysitting, while Ryan and Janelle were at the Iowa game. We played hard! Later that afternoon, we got to pick out baby furniture (thanks to Grandpa and Grandma Taylor). I can't wait to start working on the baby room.
On Saturday night, my parents came down and stayed with us. We got up Sunday morning and went to church and had a nice lunch. My parents are going to help us do some remodeling in the basement. We're going to finish a bathroom and a spare room down there. We made a trip to Lowes to start purchasing what we'll need!
Monday we headed to Diagonal, IA with Ryan and Janelle for the annual parade and get together at Grandma and Grandpa Taylor's (Blair's Grandparents). We also celebrated Blair's Great Grandma Ann's 94th bday! It was very special...lots of family in one weekend!

Tonight was my first volleyball game of the season! The 8th graders did a great job! They won all three games! :)

Have a great short week everyone!

Aww Friday!

I'm very thankful that it's Friday! It's been a long week! I should be at the West Marshall football game but I was simply pooped, so I decided to stay home! My plan was to get ALL the laundry done but we're having dryer issues so it's taking forever. The dang thing runs for about five mins and then shuts off...so I've restarted it probably 17 times tonight! We're waiting on a 'part' for the second time! We'll see if it ever gets fixed!
We've had a busy, fun week! Last weekend we went to Gabe and Gretchen's wedding in Minneapolis. Blair stood up with Gabe. The two grew up together and are a very close. We were thrilled we could help the newlyweds celebrate!!

The rehearsal dinner was at the new and amazing Target Field!

Blair's parents were at the wedding also and it was very nice to spend some time with them. Of course Grandma and Grandpa Taylor brought Baby T. a bag full of clothes! There was even Iowa State gear in there, along with some hawkeye apparel. 

On Sunday, we met my parents in Medford to do some shopping and Uncle Marc (my brother) sent along lots of goodies for the baby also--Six outfits and two adorable pairs of shoes. Grandma and Grandpa Siemers splurged at the mall, purchasing several outfits as well!

Also, Auntie Nell, Beth, Kay, Emma, Sarah, and others have contributed!

 SO, needless to say we already have a very very spoiled baby boy! Take a look at his wardrobe! 

Thank you everyone!!!!

Ok, I guess staying home on a Friday night makes me ramble!--This just means we have LOTS to be thankful for!

One last thing...We kicked off the football season by attending the ISU game last night! It was soo nice out and we can't wait for more!  Go State!

Those are just stadium lights behind Blair...he's no angel!! :)

Thanks for letting me share my thoughts! Have a safe holiday weekend everyone!