The blog lives on at 39 weeks

Well here I am at 39 weeks and just waiting.
 


I thought this would be a perfect time to resurect the blog. It will be impossible for me to update the last 4 months without this turning into a novel. So I am not going to try. Instead I am posting some of the more recent photos of us from our Professional maternity session we had at the beach.. amazing. And update you on the most recent pregnancy activity.

I have not posted along the way with this pregnancy as I did with Luke, well because I have Luke to keep me busy along with work and all the other life duties that come along with being a working Mom and pregnant..... Like going to bed at 8pm every night.

As for the pregnancy this time around things have really been going well. (if you omit the first 3 months and the last few weeks)

Now I am done with work for a bit and really am finding that I am actually a bit bored. I cant believe I am actually saying that. AM I CRAZY!!
I think it is more just this time in "limbo" waiting for Dylan to make his entrance. We thought it was going to happen about a week ago when Greg, Luke and I decided to go on a walk.  I never intended to walk the full 5 mile loop around Mirimar Lake, but once I hit 2 miles and realized we were committed either way we went I was pretty much screwed. So I completed the last 2.5 miles with active contractions. They continued all day 5 min apart then 2 min apart. We decided to head into the hospital only to be told, "while they are indeed consistent they are not doing anything to move the baby along" I was still only 2.5cm.  So we bowed our heads and went home only to wait what now has been about 2 weeks.
But I am having so much fun with Luke and cherishing every moment of having only one little man to chase after. 

I know he won't stay in forever so we are just patiently waiting. I am now 3 cm and have another appointment tomorrow. We are going to head out for a long walk and see if we can try and pop him out Friday. (If only it was that predictable). I will keep you all posted as Im sure you are waiting on pins and needles... ok maybe that's just me.

Either way I promise It will not be another 4 months before you will read about it. 

Tis the Season.. or 3 of them wrapped up in one blog

Now I know what you are thinking.. Halloween was 2 months ago. But I didnt want to start posting about Christmas until I shared some of the Great Halloween fun with everyone.

SO BIG...

 

Luke and the Nelson Ladies from LA Becca, Reese, and Tess

And up until about a month ago I have been living in a bit of a pregnancy induced fog. I am now 21 weeks and feeling much better.  At least till about 8:30pm when my body tells me it is time for bed.
I guess that also explains the lack of time to blog.

Luke loves this photo he actually gives it a high five.

We are having another healthy baby boy! OH BOY!!! 

Luke I think actually understands that there is a baby in my belly.... maybe. He tried to feed my belly cheerios the other day. At least he is willing to share.

Christmas is right around the corner and we have been really enjoying the season this year. Luke actually understands it. At least that's what I tell myself when I bribe him with "better be a nice boy or Santa won't bring you any presents".
 
I did have to let him know that pulling off your pants and diaper and pooping in your crib, only to then throw it across the room was DEFINATELY  not on the NICE list and if he ever thinks of doing that again Santa will never come back. 

We have a tree up and stockings are hung (with out any catastrophies yet). He has gone to visit Santa twice and kind of liked it.

 

 

Luke even got the hang of decorating a cookie for Santa. Apparently he LOVES frosting. 

 

I Mean Loves IT!!!

Luke and the Nelson ladies at Irvine Rail Park. 

This year has been so fun. Christmas truly is magical when seen through the eyes of a little one.
This last week I have tried to put away the lists, and frantic shopping days and really just enjoy time with our family.
I feel so blessed to have a healthy and happy family. My heart and prayers go out to all those affected by the horrible tragedy at Sandy Hook that took place last week. I can not imagine what they are going through. I just pray and know that they are all closer to God and hope their families can find any type of comfort this Christmas Season.
In the meantime I  have been hugging a little tighter and kissing a lot more.  My hope is that you all do the same.
God Bless and Merry Christmas!

Back to Blogging...

TWO... Not so terrible yet!


Well life with a 2 year old is not by any stretch of the imagination boring or relaxing. Which explains my absence in posting.
Now I am not promising that things are going to get better. But I did want to share the details of Luke's 2nd Birthday before he turns 3.



My parents, as promised, came in to town for the big party. I couldn't wait to see them and celebrate with them.
Luke was also thrilled to open up his wagon and take a stroll with Grandpa, "El Conquistodor" and the two dogs.
We managed to have a little fun while they were here with a visit to the aquarium as well as the beach, where the wagon came in quite handy.
Unfortunately, upon there arrival came the beginning of the "seperation anexity".  It seems to be getting better but has not been fun for the last few months.

We have had a lot of change and I guess I don't blame him. We found out our nanny, Barbara was leaving to New York. So the search began for a new one. We hired one and fired her in a week (not fun btw) But finally found a great replacement in Casey. She has been with us for about a month. Even thought Luke dosn't want to admit it - I know he loves her.

He also started pre-school which he was also not too fond of for the first 3 weeks but now seems to be adjusting. And Speech Therapy as well as a teacher coming to our house once a week to work with him on speech.
Lots and Lots of change and adjustment. I think we are through the roughest patch and on the upswing. He is doing great with all of the adjustments and his speech is progressing.

And the final new change, WE ARE PREGNANT!! Well actually let me clarify - I AM pregnant ... Greg really hasn't been affected by the morning ALL DAY sickness, fatigue or irritability. I have to take all the credit for this one!

We are very excited to welcome a new addition to our family. April 26th is the big day. More details to come.

For now it's still about LUKE- and his big 2!!!

Wagon ride with the dogs and Grandpa

Fun times at the Scripps Aquarium

WE miss you Barbara- Thank you for being such a big part of our family!!!

Birthday Party Pictures... Jumpy courtesy of the Gann's -
Luke seemed to know what the day was all about - being King of the Castle.

Luke and Harper

Getting his birthday kisses with Savannah

I think she liked it!

Grandma and Grandpa J-- enjoying the party and supplied the best cupcakes.. yumm

Miss Kimmy- and Luke

Carrot Cake Cupcakes thanks to Grandma J.. Yummmmmm

One of Lukes Favorite gifts.. Finger Painting

There it is 2 years of joy this boy has brought to our lives.  I love every crazy, screaming, finger painting, tantruming, bit of this little boy!!!

All Boy

All BOY...
I can remember Greg and I waiting to find out if we were having a boy or a girl.
I think I may have been hoping for a girl only because I thought that is all I knew. I wasn't quite sure I was going to know what "to do" with a BOY.

Now I realize I didn't need to know. He directs me and I follow his lead. Now I can't imagine what I would do with a girl. Because not only do I have a boy but he is ALL BOY.

We have a great little guy and he was all fun on Easter this year.
We spent the weekend dying eggs, hunting eggs and having fun with friends and family.

 

We met up with our friends Eric and Kelly and little Harper for a good ol' fashion Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday. Luke had a blast! We got lots of eggs and he conquered the bouncy house.

"Good Game, Good Game"

The Easter Bunny was very very generous to Luke this year. Grandma got him the rockin' Elmo and the bunny delivered the rest. He went straight for the bubble mower and didn't really seem to care about anything else. If the mower actually worked we would have no grass.

No Easter is complete without church and celebrating with Jim and Candi and the most handsome little man in a little suit.

And Last but Not Least. SUSHI
Now I have always boasted what a great eater Luke is but it is all changing.... And Sushi is definitely on the hit list. He may be rocking the chopsticks but the sushi came right back out. So slowly we are creating a "do not eat" list and I would have to say Sushi is number 1.

Sorry for the long blog for those who are still tuned in. But as we all know from the last post I am on about a once every 2 month post timeline therefore lots and lots of photos so you don't miss out.
Love Jen