Thankful

Here lately I am very thankful for naps and a clear schedule! The littlest things have become tiresome- not necessarily in the moment but afterwards! This year Kyle and I have so much to be thankful for. First off I am thankful for my salvation and for a God who is both bigger and smarter than I am. For showing us just how big He is and loving me just the same. Who else can take something the size of the end of a needle and create a life from it? Life in itself (both here and eternally) is truly a miracle. We are in awe of His work and could not be more excited for Brasen to arrive.

What has been going on around here? Well, Kyle killed a buck yesterday. He was beginning to think it was not his year to hunt. I told him it's because he's had such good luck in the previous years, that he has just worn it out! He's hunting Ft. Chaffee today so maybe he will get another one. For his pride's sake. :)

The Christmas decorations are up! It took all afternoon yesterday with some snack breaks in between but we are good to go! I decided to go ahead and get it done while I had the energy! I got to go through what I don't use and put it in the yard sale pile. Which is growing and is now in Brasen's room. Planning to have that the first weekend in Decemeber.

My sisters and I have decided to get mom sibling pictures for Christmas. We have that scheduled in early December...now it's deciding what to wear! I'm excited!

Black Friday shopping is almost here! We go to Branson and shop the outlet malls but are thinking we need to hit WalMart this year for a few things. Never tried the WalMart thing so I'm a bit nervous. I would prefer not to get pushed around for something that I can pay full price for without all the commotion. We will see how that turns out. We usually eat a big breakfast, nap, shop more, do dinner and a movie or show or something. Very excited.

I will be 21 weeks tomorrow. I feel great and Brasen is growing by the day! Kyle felt him kick for the first time 2 days ago. He really likes my sides and my bladder. Such an amazing feeling.

Here is what my house looks like as of yesterday!

Hoping this will bring better luck to the basketball team...

Happy Holidays!!

Halftime

To Our Sweet Baby Brasen-

Now that everyone knows you are a little boy, we can say "he!" And no more Junior or Judith! Mommy is thankful for that! Your name was chosen as soon as we found out we were expecting you. I searched for names that meant "gift from God" or "miracle" or anything along that line. Mostly I found names I couldn't pronounce, but at the end of one list was "Brasen" meaning "God's gift." It was perfect, and daddy loves it too. So Brasen it is.

You have now been growing inside of mommy's belly for 20 weeks! You weigh about 10.5 ounces and are about 10 inches long from head to heel. Babycenter.com says you are about the size of a banana! You are kicking or punching like crazy, and I can feel it most days. The past few days I have actually been able to SEE it. It is the most amazing feeling in the world and I stop whatever I am doing to try and feel it from the outside. I think you may be a bit of a trickster, because I yell for daddy to come feel when you kick, and then you stop! It aggravates him and I think it's funny. :) I know as you grow he will have plenty of chances to feel you practicing your karate moves. I read that you sleep 12-14 hours per day or more. Luckily, you are not bouncing around yet when I am sleeping! Your heart rate remains around 154 consistently. Here you are at the halfway mark!!

I started cleaning out what will be your room. Your closet is already cleaned out and has a few baby things in it. Daddy is not happy that he has to share his man cave with my painting supplies. But, too bad. We can give up a little room for you. :) We'll start the painting and moving furniture hopefully over Christmas break.

Thanksgiving is coming up and I hope you like all of the fixings because mommy is super excited for all of the turkey, dressing, veggies, and pies that are coming up. I know you will love it too. :) We are most thankful this year for you. We are blessed beyond measure and you will always be our gift from God. We love you so much.

Love,
Mommy and Daddy

Boy Oh Boy

Today was our gender reveal party: is Baby Klober a boy or a girl? Guests chose a bow or a mustache for their guess. I sent them on a scavenger hunt (boy team vs. girl team) and the end result was a painted pumpkin. LOVED everything about today. :)

 Team Boy

 Team Girl

IT'S A BOY!

Brasen Kyle will be here around April 1, 2013!