Update

I just wanted to post a quick update on baby Thomsen. I went to see my doctor Thursday, and things are still pretty much the same. I'm not dialated or really that much effaced. I will have another appointment next Thursday, and if things haven't really changed, I'll be induced on October 14th. I guess that little guy is very comfie where he is at!

Fall!

Bryce and I absolutely love fall - the cooler weather; the trees turning; the opportunity for delicious hot soups and bread. (It all comes back to food, right?) Today, we made our annual trip to Silver Lake to wander around the trail and see the colors. It is beautiful! Head on up if you've got the time...

How Did You Know?

I must brag. I have the cutest husband ever! This week has been very hectic at work, for both Bryce and I. He's been working a lot of nights and weekends, and I've been trying to prepare everyone for the time I'll be gone. Thursday was especially stressful, and I'm sitting at my desk ranting about how crazy things are when these appear...

It's amazing how flowers can immediately change your day. It definitely did mine. So, thank you, Bryce - somehow, you read my mind!

4 Weeks!

Agh! So I can count on one hand the number of weeks I have left to go - just a little scary. (And yes, in case you were wondering, I will be going all the way to my due date. Lil' Monkey and I have made "an arrangement.") I'm just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for things I should be doing or appreciating at this point. (Besides sleep.) I feel pretty much ready to go, but know that there are a million things I've probably forgotten. Any tips?

Showers!

Over the past couple of weeks, I have had the honor to attend a couple of wonderful baby showers for our little boy. Britt and Kelly threw me a friend shower, complete with delicious food, horribly embarrassing video, and beautiful flower give-aways. My wonderful aunts threw a family shower which included quilt-tying, games, and even more delicious food! I can't express my thanks and gratitude enough for all of the hard work of the organizers and the generosity and love of those who attended. I truly am surrounded by the most caring and thoughtful family and friends and thank you all so much! A special thanks goes out to my mom - she has been so supportive and wonderful. She will make such an amazing grandma - love you Mom!

Pictures from top to bottom:
Delicious food! ~ Kelly, Britt & I ~ The Girls ~ My Aunts & Favorite Cousin Cass ~ The Adorable (As Always) Dixons ~ My Mom & Little Ally ~ Grandma Allen & Aunt Anne ~ Grandma Barber and Aunt Beth

A Little Sad

Some of you may have heard of the Corner Canyon fire this week. The canyon is really close to our house, and it was crazy to see the hillside on fire. I know it wasn't a huge fire, but it was a little scary, and it made me especially grateful for the fire fighters willing to work through hot temperatures to put out those fires. I looked out my window the day after the fire, and was saddened to see the beautiful green hillside black and brown. These aren't the best pictures, but give you a little idea of what we see from our back porch.

Please allow me to get on my soapbox. :) If anybody is going camping for the Labor Day weekend, please be super-careful with fire. It's amazing to see what one small spark can do. Okay, off my soapbox - hope everyone has a great long weekend!

Loosing My Mind

So, I'm sitting at work this morning trying to figure out why my pants don't fit right. They seem so high in the front, and I don't remember there not being any pockets. Oh well, I figure, I'm just getting bigger and they don't fit the same way. A little while later, I make a pit stop to the restroom and discover why....

Yes, I'm wearing them backwards.

Apparently, it's going to be one of THOSE kind of days.