Baby Sean's Nursery!

We are SO excited to share the pictures of Sean's western nursery. Jim came up with the idea of how to paint the walls and started on them in October. We have worked on it little by little , until it finally all came together just a few weeks ago. We have had so much fun working on the nursery and getting ready for our little buckaroo. Jim and I just love sitting in little Sean's room, talking about what it's going to be like when he is here. We can't wait to meet our sweet boy and to put the nursery to good use!

Jim at work painting

The pony spots that Jim painted

Jim putting together all the baby equipment

Putting together Henry the Horse

The glider

Howdy! Welcome to the finished nursery

The window seat

The changing station

The crib

Sean's name in rope that Jim made (I'm so proud of this!)

So cute!

Henry the Horse that Granner & B (Jim's parents) gave Sean.
The horse actually wags his tail and neighs!

The adorable mobile
The precious bedding that Gram & Papa (my parents) gave us

The glider and chester drawers

The matching lamp

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Baby Showers Galore!

I am very late with getting this post out. I have been a little preoccupied finishing up my semester with school, working, and getting ready for the baby. In November, I was so grateful to have three very special showers. The first one was back home in Baird, where Jim and I grew up. I then had a wonderful Dallas shower at La Madeline's, hosted by my dear friends from church. And last, but not least, was my work shower. I had SO much fun receiving all the precious clothes and essentials for baby Sean. We had even more fun getting it all home and organizing it in the nursery. Thanks so much to all my sweet friends and family members for showering me with so many wonderful gifts for our soon-to-be new arrival. We are so thankful for everything!

The precious decorations at the Dallas shower

Sean's name in a memory verse, made by my friend Ashley
The delicious chocolate cake!

The hostesses

Jim's family

Mom and I

My friend Melissa and I
Some of the ladies at the shower

The precious camo bag that I received
One of the many Aggie outfits!

Another Aggie outfit

Baird shower, before I cut the cake

The adorable cake with a cowgirl on the top and pony spots on the side!

All the hostesses

My long-time friends,Calista and Jennifer

My mom & Jim's mom

My sister-n-law Shanna & my niece Harper

Dad & I

Mom and I

Baby Scott's first outfit!

Jennifer, my good friend that I have known all my life, sent me the most precious outfit for baby Scott. He is going to be the cutest cowboy in town in this! Thanks so much Jen!

25 Weeks Pregnant!!

It's hard to believe that I am 25 weeks pregnant! I am so thankful that I have felt so good throughout the entire pregnancy. This past weekend, Jim started the painting on the nursery and we had so much fun officially getting the baby's room ready. We can't wait to share pictures of the western nursery when it's all done.

Harper Marie Barry & big brother Hudson

We are proud to introduce our new niece Harper Marie Barry. My brother and sister-in-law have two boys and they were so excited to be having a little girl. A few weeks ago when Harper was born we had the joy of helping my parents take care of Harper's big brother Hudson, who is 19 months old. He was such a delight to take care of and be around. As you will see, Hudson looooves his uncle Jim. We hope and pray that baby Scott is as sweet and good natured as sweet Hudson.

Harper Marie Barry

Papa with Harper

Gram and Harper

Jim & Hudson

Our sweet nephew

Jim pretending to drink Hudson's milk

Health Update

Sorry for the late update on my health. With school, work and getting ready for baby Scott, I find it harder and harder to catch up on my blog...At the end of September, I had a mid-pregnancy MRI, which revealed no growth with my tumor!!! Praise the Lord! It was a huge relief for Jim and I and our family to find out this great news! The doctor had told us before we got pregnant that he would do surgery to remove the mass during pregnancy if it had grown at all. So...we were ecstatic to know that I would not have to face surgery and that we could then concentrate on baby Scott. In the weeks and days before my appointment, I felt such peace over the entire situation that could only have come from God. A few years ago, I could not have said this about myself, since I have always been one that's anxious about everything. Through this two year journey with my health, the Lord has taught me so much about trusting in Him and not relying on my own strength. I know that His peace over me is truly because of your prayers. I can't express how grateful I am for every single one of them. I am so blessed to have an amazing church group, friends and family that lift me up in prayer on a regular basis. I will ask for your continued prayer for my next appointment in February, soon after the baby is born. The doctor said that this will be the "true test" since my hormones will be even more elevated towards the end. I have comfort in knowing that my health is in God's hands and He has a wonderful plan for me. Knowing this takes all my fears away! Thank you all for blessing my life!

Baby Scott is a BOY!!!!

Last Friday, Jim and I were so excited to find out that we are having a BOY!!! After being told over the past few months two different things, we were so glad to finally know what we are having. The last two sonograms, baby Scott was being very shy, and would not open his legs to let us get a good look. This last visit, it was VERY clear to see what he was!

We cannot wait to start the nursery and plan for this little guy to arrive in January. We are looking forward to meeting our sweet little boy!

His sweet profileAnother profile picture Picture of his arm

Babymoon in Puerto Vallarta!

Jim and I took our last big trip to Puerto Vallarta before baby Scott arrives. Puerto Vallarta was absolutely beautiful with the amazing mountains and sunsets. We had a great time getting to see all of Puerto Vallarta by taking a sunset cruise and taking a city tour. We had such a wonderful time relaxing and soaking up lots of sun. We will always have great memories from our trip to Mexico and we look forward to going back someday.

A beautiful morning from our balcony

A gorgeous sunset

Our first night at dinner

Another night at dinner

Jim & I on the the sunset cruise

Storms rolling in on our sunset cruise:(

The city of Puerto Vallarta

Another beautiful sunset on the beach

Jim & I on our city tour

One of the iguanas we spotted on our city tour