The Belly Growth

Another belly picture. I meant to take this during the 20 week period, but I never looked great when Justin got home and it just didn't happen. Here is 21 weeks and I know my belly grew between 20 and 21 weeks, so to bad I didn't take a picture the week before.

As for clothes, I bought a few shirts that were a size or two bigger than my regular clothes and they are still working. For jeans I just wear my pants that were too big but comfortable before I was pregnant. Food is tasting a ton better now, but I get a nasty taste in my mouth about 10 minutes after I am done with a meal. I haven't thrown up in two weeks. I have gained 7 lbs. so far. Last but not least, I love feeling her move. She can get pretty active at times. I started feeling her around the 17 week mark, now it is more frequent and stronger.

Funny fact, I used to run before I was pregnant, then I got really sick and haven't run ever since. Now I try to walk, well I can only go about half a mile before I have to turn around because I have to use a bathroom. I am grateful a lady in my ward teaches a workout class three times a week at the church. The bathroom is close!

Justin and Ruth Blazzard

20 Week Ultra Sound

We went in for our 20 week ultra sound on Monday November 5. It had been a long weekend as we anticipated finding out the sex of our baby. Then we had to wait almost 15 minutes at the doctor office to be called back for our turn. Finally, we got to see our baby. The ultra sound tech started at the head and moved down the body. Checking to make sure the baby had all of the parts a person needs. Everything was there and looked great! It was such a miracle to see the baby and how developed it was. The very last thing the ultra sound tech showed us was the sex. We were ecstatic to hear it is a GIRL! We both thought she was going to be a boy, but couldn't be happier and more excited to meet her. During the ultra sound she was moving around like crazy, which was fun to see.

Justin's comment on everything is so sweet, he says, "Now I have two beautiful ladies in my life."

We have some names picked out we like, but honestly I think we are going to wait until she gets here to decide. We love her so much and both agree she is the most amazing, beautiful thing we have seen. Here are some pictures.

                                                         Her little fist

                                                    

                                                           Giving a thumbs up

                                                      Little feet that I can't wait to kiss!

                                                            She's a girl!

                                                             Face shot

Justin and Ruth Blazzard

Temple

We were able to go to the temple for the first time in a very LONG time yesterday. As always, it was such an uplifting experience. I had the thought while there and it was reiterated today in church. We are asked to go to the temple so often to help us remember what life is really about. It definitely did that for me.

We went to Red Robin, Yummmm, afterwards. I really enjoyed the fries. Justin ordered Mac & Cheese with his food. Funny guy.

Justin and Ruth Blazzard

Fall Ward Party

Our ward party was Friday night. A great time was had by all who attended. There were about 16-20 different chillis to taste for the cook off and other great food to accompany them. The missionaries actually judged the chillis. As always Justin made his white chilli that he always does for chilli cook offs. This year he named it "Diary Farm Special." Why? The only thing I can figure is he did it in honor of our friend Robbie, who is a dairy farmer.

In the past Justin has always gotten great compliments on his chilli at the contest he enters. In fact, it is often one of the first gone. He has never won a prize though.That all changed Friday night. He won "The Most Unique Chilli." We were surprised and excited. Here he is with the super cool award.

 

They also had the children do a parade of costumes. It was great to see them model their characters. Some of the kids were shy and some hammed it up. I wonder to myself, "What will this baby be like?" We will see next year :)

Justin and Ruth Blazzard

Pumpkin Carving

We had our good friends Garret and Nicole come over to carve pumpkins last weekend. They were tending some kids in our ward while there Mom was out of town. We had a yummy dinner of Shepherd's Pie in a cup before the carving began. Here is what happened after our dinner.

The Kids

Mia

Chris (sorry about the blurry picture)

Garrett and Nicole

Justin used some power tools to move the job along quickly.

 

Mine was the cookie monster! We put it outside with the cookie in its mouth, it lasted for about a week before the half that was sticking out broke off.

 

 

 

Our pumpkins- for the three of us.

 

We had a great evening and as usual I had forgotten how much work it is to carve pumpkins!

Justin and Ruth Blazzard

Boxes

 

These are two of the last boxes left over from our big move up here this spring. I am just getting around to getting them cleaned out to make room for the little one that is coming. Oh how I love to get rid of things and organize!

 

Justin and Ruth Blazzard

Toys

 

First baby toy from Grandma Blazzard. Couldn't have picked a better one myself.

 

Justin and Ruth Blazzard