Two Weeks

Two weeks old

Davis Christmas

Two weekends ago we traveled to Samson to have Christmas with Jason's extending family. This was Parker's first trip. He did great for a two week old!

We had a great time at Aunt Melissa's and Uncle Donald's house!

Evan playing outside at GiGi and Pops

Opening presents

Sweet Parker sleeping in his Santa outfit!

One Week

Parker at on week

I know I am WAY behind with my blog...but I will try and catch up.

Who's Who?

Who's Who? Which one is Evan and Which one is Parker?

Parker

Evan

Do you think they look alike? I think they favor some. It took me a few days not to call Parker Evan's name. They looked so much alike it was confusing.

Parker Lee

The 4th member of the Davis household has arrived. I know I am 2 weeks late...but I have been a little busy.

PARKER LEE

Born: November 30, 2010 at 6:44 am
Weight: 7lbs 13oz.
Height: 20 inches.

Much Thanks

We (Jason, Evan, and I) have not long finished a yummy Thanksgiving meal with my parents, brother, sister-in-law, and Olis. I ate enough to last me a little while...well I hope. It has been a pretty restful day for me and I am thankful. I would like for sweet Parker to hang on a few more days.

However, I wanted to document twelve things I am thankful for this year:

1. Jesus. Without him, I am nothing. Without his grace I would not make it daily.

2. My sweet husband. He has been such blessing and encouragement to me. He is a AWESOME father and husband. So thankful he agreed to let me stay at home with our little ones!

3. My sweet son, Evan. He is such a joy and makes me laugh every day! God couldn't have blessed us with a more precious gift!

4. My sweet son, Parker. I know he is not "officially" here...but I am still thankful for this child that will enter the world Tuesday (if not sooner).

5. My Parents. They have taught me much about life. They are also so helpful and sweet when it comes to my child.

6. My Mother and Father-in-law. They are helpful and sweet to my child as well. I am thankful that they treat me as their own.

7. My Siblings (Brother, Brother-in-laws and Sister-in-laws). I know we may not always agree, but I am thankful God has blessed me with supportive siblings that love not only me but my children. You are all so special and such a blessing!

8. Our home. I am so thankful that God has provided Jason, Evan, Parker and I with shelter. We love and enjoy our new home.

9. Jason's job. If it weren't for Jackson Thornton our family would be in trouble.

10. Food on our table. enough said.

11. A healthy pregnancy.

12. Our good health overall.


We are so thankful for many other things that God has provided for us as well. We stand amazed at his faithfulness as we strive to be faithful to him.

Daddy and Evan in front of our tree

Until next year!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Hope you all had a wonderful day of thanks!

Thirty-Seven Weeks and Two Days

Thirty-Seven weeks and two days...we are counting down!!! As a matter of fact, Jason looked at the clock at 6:30 this morning and reminded me at this time in two weeks we will be starting my c-section. We CAN'T. WAIT. to welcome sweet little Parker into the world! Super excited!!!

My pregnancy over all has been GREAT! It has been a little tough at the end this time because I am chasing a certain toddler all day. I still feel pretty good. The swelling just started this week and it's not too bad. I keep reminding myself that I don't have too much longer.

I saw my OB doctor last week and everything is looking great! I got to hear Parker's sweet heartbeat and it sounds great! He is also measuring on track. I am going back to the Doctor on Friday.

Nesting: YES! I am trying to get everything cleaned and things I want done before this new little one arrives. We will see if all the things on my list get marked off!

37 weeks

Our Weekends

Since we all know my time is drawing near and Jason and I only have a short time before our family becomes four, we have been trying to spend as much time with Evan as possible. The past two weekends we have been busy...well for the most part. Our sweet little man has developed a terrible cold and it has slowed us down some.

Anyways, last weekend we spent some time at GiGi and Pop's house. We of course ate...plenty. Played...lots. Enjoyed...the company. Evan got to spend some time with Aunt Mandi and Uncle Jeremy on Saturday when they came for a visit. It was a very low key weekend, but we enjoyed it!

Hard at work

This past weekend was a BIG weekend for our little man...We (Jason and I) transitioned Evan from the crib to his "big boy" bed. He did G R E A T!!! Friday night, Jason got into the bed with Evan and he went to sleep own his own...which is a first! We have been rocking him since he was born. He only woke up once and called for us. Saturday night, he slept great! So, I call it a huge success! We are so proud of our little man!


Saturday morning we got up and went to the Christmas parade at Eastchase mall. I think Evan really enjoyed himself! He got to run around outside while I did some Christmas shopping. We all had a great morning. We then came home to watch the Tigers beat the Bulldogs and the Tide beat the other Bulldogs! Roll Tide and War...well you know I just can't say that.

Watching the Parade

Sitting on the dog statue

Pumpkin Patch

Evan on the covered wagon

Playing with the little pumpkins

riding the train with MeMe

Playing with the gords

What Evan called a "Big Beam" aka Big bean

Mom and I took Evan to the Grand Ole Pumpkin Patch a few weeks back. Evan was in pumpkin heaven. He loved touching all the pumpkins....we even got to bring a big and few small one's home. I have yet to figure out why this child loves pumpkins so much. Anyways, He enjoyed watching the other children, picking up pumpkins, and running all over the place. MeMe road the train with him...which he said was bumpy. Before we left all three of us road the covered wagon out to the patch to pick out a pumpkin. Evan just ran up and down the patch while I searched for the "perfect" pumpkin for out front porch! We had a great time!

Picture Post

Just wanted to share some pictures:

Sitting on his Big Boy Bed (Before we got the frame) eating a MumMum

Jumping off the bed.

Riding the power wheels Pop's got him.

Doing what he loves: Playing outside with his trucks.

Looking at a airplane...it always makes him smile.

I must say this is one of my current favorite's.

Evan

Oh Me, Oh My! We have our hands full already with our first little boy...are we crazy for having another? I would have to say NO! Evan is such a blessing and so much fun! However, he wont be our "little" boy too much longer...he is growing up too fast. The rate at which he is learning and saying new words has been beyond me. It has been amazing to watch and listen to his vocabulary grow over the past month.

I mentioned in my last post about Evan that he started Mother's Day Out. It has been great for both of us! I did not know what to expect or how he would react...but he LOVES it and ask to go to "school" on the days he doesn't go. But we never ever leave home without these two things:

GoGo and PapPap go EVERYWHERE with us. We are supposed to be working on no paci by the age of two. Well, as you can see that its not happening any time soon. However, GoGo is going to have to see a doctor soon...well thats what I've been telling Evan. If you look close enough you can see his left ear needs major repair. Also, GoGo has developed a hole in his face that will have to be repaired. I know surgery will need to be a option for this lovey soon.

In other news Evan is still in love with these:

Trucks, Cars and Tractors

And on any given day you will find his room like this:

I have tried cleaning it, but it's a lost cause. He dumps all the toys right back out of the basket. Don't tell him, but we are getting him a real toy box for Christmas...in hopes this will help the chaos you see pictured above.

Besides the cars, trucks and tractors...Evan loves playing puzzles with his daddy. Its been neat to watch him as he has learned to put the piece's in the correct place. He also enjoys watching video's on monster trucks, tanks, and the saw mill. Thanks to MeMe, we have been able to watch them over and over and over...you get the point.

Also, Evan LOVES watching praise baby DVD's and can sing the chorus of "God of Wonders". It's adorable if I had to say so myself!

In other exciting news, our little man is now only taking one nap a day! YAY! However, he still has days that are tough on him and he wants to go to sleep early but I have to fight hard for him to stay awake. He is also adjusting to napping in his big boy bed in preparation for the transition which will begin Friday night. Yes, this Friday...so please say a pray for Jason, Evan and I. We are hoping this will be a smooth transition.

I am trying to soak up these last few weeks with my first born. It makes me sad to think about my time being limited with him. However, I am super excited about adding to our family. Evan is the sweetest blessing we could have ever asked for. God has amazed me with his blessing of our family. I never thought I could have this much love for such a little being...he is just so precious to us!

Oh Pregnancy

So last night, Jason was making fun of me because I have not updated our blog in over a month. He thought should just write and say that we are still alive...in which we are. I have been lazy and in no mood to write. SOOOO, I will try to catch up on the going on's in our life...Starting with my pregnancy

I am now 35 weeks and one day. However, I really only have 4 weeks or less. Yes, you read that correctly...I have my C-Section scheduled for November 30. He will be born that morning VERY early I might add...unless he decides to make his debut earlier. Things are going great with my pregnancy. His heart rate has been around 140/150 bpm and I am measuring on target.

We did have a small scare at my appointment this past friday. I had mentioned to the doctor that my left leg was swollen just a little and I could feel the different. He was concerned I may be experience blood clots and sent me to Baptist East to have a ultrasound done on my leg. Everything turned out fine according to the ultrasound tech. I will ask more questions when I see my OB doctor next week.

My blood platelet count has been staying around the low 100's. Which is still good. My goal is that it not go below 100. Praying that will not happen.

We have decided on a name: Parker Lee

I have been nesting tons lately...I am caught up on washing for this little guy. There are still a few things we need to purchase before his arrival. Hopefully that will happen soon!

More post to come later...

A House Divided

I just wanted to share a conversation we had in our house last Saturday night.

Me: Evan, go tell daddy..."Roll Tide Dada"

Evan: Roll Tide Dada

Jason: War Eagle Evan

Evan: Hey!

Evan isn't sure what team he if for. However, he does say Roll Tide well but doesn't say War Eagle. If you say War Eagle he will follow that with a Hey!

It's too funny.

A sweet picture of our little man:

Evan

Evan, Evan, Evan...what in the world has he been up too lately???

He is still growing, eating and gaining weight. Did I say, gaining weight? He just recently has started feeling heavier. I now have a hard time carrying him. I worry on the days he does not eat much that he isn't getting enough...but I don't think I have to worry about that.


He has also just started Mother's Day Out about two weeks ago. He goes twice a week and is doing really well with being away from mommy. It has also been great break for me especially since the fatigue has started again.

Evan is:

• Obsessed with the movie "Cars". He will watch it over and over.
  
• Talking a lot more. He is learning new word's every day.
  
• still loving the outside.
  
• still a paci and "gogo" lover.
  
• a daddy's boy.
  
• a great sleeper...better not speak too soon.
  
• still sleeping in his crib...soon to be transitioned to a twin bed.


• still in love with balloons.


• loving to look at books.
  
• into mommy's kitchen spoon's and spatula's


• finally loving chocolate milk...it has been long road trying to get him to drink milk...now he ask for it at night.


• a pickle lover. This boy loves...I mean LOVES pickle's.
  
• unaware his life is about to change once his brother arrives. However, he knows his brother's name.

So we have been doing a lot of this:

and some of this:

and this:

and enjoying this:

and more of this:

Evan truly loves having a yard to play in every day!

Week in the Country

I am little behind in posting this but I wanted to share a few picture's I took back in August. Evan and I spent a week in the country with Jason's parents. However, Jason's dad would say he didn't live in the country because he lives in the city limits. Haha. In the city limits of a country town in which over the years I have grown to love. Life just seems so simple and easy there.

As if I haven't already said this before...my child LOVES the outdoors. So every afternoon he got to do a little of this:

And some of this:

And He got to take a few rides on Pop's famous "Redneck Wagon" and one morning this is what happened:

Early every morning while we were there, Evan would ask to go outside and play. He would push and pull the wagon aka "wago" in Evan language. He played with his matchbox cars and anything else he could get his hands on. Evan also got to go with Pop's to the auto parts store and he loves looking around in there.

We enjoyed our week with Jason's parents. Thank you Pop's and Gigi for taking us in for the week while Jason was away. I appreciate being able to rest, read, and eating the great food!

It is Finished!!!

Yay!!!! Our house is finished and we now have a new address!!! We love it and we are super excited to have our own space back! Evan is enjoying our yard and peace and quiet! He has been sleeping like a champ since we moved in!!!

Sorry I am not posting all the new pictures...too many and they are already on facebook.

Pregnancy

Oh Me Oh My! This pregnancy is going by WAY too fast. 27 weeks...really? There are days when I have to remind myself that I am pregnant. I know I need to start remembering...how can I forget when this little guy keeps turning flips in my belly?

Anyways, this pregnancy is going great for the most part. I have found sleeping to not be as easy this time around. No complaints other than that.

My platelet count continues to go up and down...the doctor's are still not worried that I will have a problem during delivery. I am feeling better about the situation myself. I have my cancer center appointment tomorrow.

Overall, things are well in the pregnancy stage of my life. The sweet little man will be here before we know it!

MIA

Yes, I know I have been MIA...my computer had a virus and the internet is not working at this time. I am using another computer and I hope to post later this afternoon picture's of our almost completed house and update on my pregnancy. So until then...

To Be Great...

Right before Evan layed down for his nap I happened upon this blog of a girl that was in my CBS group in Dothan. I only attended about half the time because of the germ-a-phobia I had with the nursery where Evan had to stay. I did not get to know very many of the women in my group...but this girls blog blew me away...if only I could have stayed a little longer. So she inspired some thoughts...



As I was cleaning the bathroom this afternoon I was thinking about how I would love to be GREAT at many things in my short life here on earth. As I was thinking I was reminded of a song by Ten Shekel Shirt in which I learned in college. The only part I can remember at the moment is this....To be great, great in your eyes is my dream...



Lately, my heart has been heavy and somewhat lost. I know Prattville is were God has called my family...but this new place has made me long for the things of the past. Example: Friends- my life long friends from the great place of Trussville and the sweet friends I made in Dothan. Church- Oh, I long for Wiregrass Church every Sunday...It is a place I love and it will have a very special place in my heart. CBS- Yes, I just got finished saying I didnt attend much, however, I know that it encouraged me and helped me grow in my relationship with the Lord. A house to call home- I never realized how much I took forgranted the houses God blessed us with until we had to live in this apartment...I am ready to have my space back.



Oh, do I know that the Lord has special plans for my life here in Prattville...but some things are missing.



To say all of that, I say this...

I have realized that in life I have failed at many things and have failed many people. Today I have been reminded of Colossians 3:23 "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not men." This has humbled me and reminded me that I have failed my Savior in Heaven... because I have not followed God's command here. So I was thinking about how I long to do better in order to be great in His eyes...

• I can be a better follower of Chirst...study, pray, and seek Him more often.


• I desire to be a great mother. Lets face it, I have not put all of my heart into this job at all times.


• I want to be a great wife.


• I want to be a great family member.


• A great friend. This area has been lacking for many years.


• A great seamstress and monogrammer (if thats a word).


• A great communicator. I lack much in the area because I tend to shy away and say stupid things.


• Use my time more wisely.


• To be a great homemakers...a better cook, cleaner, decorator, etc.

So, I would love to accomplish these things in life. Only with the help of my Heavenly Father will I be able to accomplish all of them. Praying that God will give me wisdom!

Thank you for letting my share my heart...I never blog on personal things so this was huge for me.

Our Blessing...

Will the color be blue or purple??? (Excuse the toppers...thats what they had at publix)

It's BLUE!!! We are having another sweet baby boy!! We are super excited about our newest addition! Evan is glad that he will have a playmate. Baby boy davis does not have a name yet...we are working on it!

4 years

Jason and I celebrated 4 years of marriage this past Thursday! So we always joke about how it has been the 4 longest years of our lives. However, it has been the best 4 years of my life. Jason is an amazing husband and father!!!

That day 4 years ago

Now

The House

We are super excited about the progress they are making on our house! Since my last post they have finished the trim and molding inside, hung interior doors, stone work on the outside has been completed, Vinyle siding has been completed, put the first coat of paint on, set the cabinet bases, hung the mantel, tiled all bathroom floors as well as the kitchen and laundry room.

They measured for the counter tops this past friday and they will be ready between 8 and 10 days of measuring.


The tiled shower and tile around the fireplace will be finished this week...YAY!!


Our builder has told us that he is going to start working on building the dirt up to pour our driveway and sidewalks soon.



So I will leave you with some picture's of the progress...

The house with Stone

The dinning room with the first coat of paint

Evan's Room

Bathroom Tiled

Kitchen Tiled

The Mantel