It's Official

Yes it's official. I am pregnant. Pregnant again! Wow what a strange concept to do all over again. Two kids! I don't know why but I'm a whole lot more nervous this time than I was with my first.

First of all, what a shock. After trying for nearly a year to get pregnant with Landon, this baby was a first timer. Scott and I had just decided that when the babies would be two years apart we'd start trying. After coming home from my all girl trip I found a nice little surprise waiting for me. Scott paid a little visit to Victoria Secret and bought me a nice little something to begin the trying process. Too much info? Anyways, little did we know I was already pregnant- sorry hon, I guess that article of clothing will have to wait about a year- or longer.

We couldn't' believe it. I didn't think it would take another year but I thought at least 5 or 6 months. Now these kids are going to be exactly 2 years and 1 month apart. That seems so close! I have had such a wide range of emotions running through me. I know they are all normal but I feel bad for Landon having another one. I mean he's totally my little one and only right now. I know I'll love another but is it anything really like your first? How amazing the love that one person can hold.

Basically I've been feeling like crap for about 3 weeks now. I thought I might be prego when I was at work and couldn't stop thinking about ruffle potato chips with sour cream and onion dip. How bizarre! The funny thing is when I was pregnant with Landon I had the same craving early on. It's like it pops in my head and there's no getting it out until I satisfy that craving. The weird thing is I never eat that normally it's totally random. My other symptom came when my family wanted to go to cafe rio and the thought nearly sent me running to the bathroom. That's my two things. I crave chips and have a huge aversion to cafe rio.

I tend to have really strange things happen to me when I'm pregnant. From the obvious weird cravings to a huge tendency to want to gag at just about anything and everything. Smells really trigger the reaction but it happens where ever and when ever. Landon has totally even started mimicking the noise. He hears it so often he thinks it's a game. How sweet huh?

I also normally have really clear skin but not when I'm pregnant. That adorable pregnancy glow everyone talks about turns into oily skin for me which means bad breakouts. The gross thing is they happen on my chest and back. How sick is that? Scott wouldn't even pop any last time. I had to resort to my mom and brother who all happen to be obsessed with pimple popping.

I also start snoring about 7 months on. Not stuffy nose snoring but loud bulldozer snoring. Scott even slept on the couch a few times because it would get so bad. How inconsiderate huh? I've put up with snoring for the past 4 1/2 years and he can't handle a couple months during a rather difficult time.

I also developed a couple skin tags and even had a really weird mole appear on my head last time that was so big and ugly I had to have it removed. My chest size about doubles and lets not even talk about stretch marks and weight gain.

So here I go again. Scott wanted to correct me by saying here we go again. Isn't that funny! As if he has any part in the next 7 months. I think it's hilarious when couples say we're pregnant. Um correction I"M THE PREGNANT ONE! Lets be very clear on that. You're not the one going through all these freaky body changes and you're not the one that has to push the baby out. However, Scott is very helpful during my pregnancy. On occasion he will rub my feet and he's pretty open to eating whatever my little heart desires. I love you hon!!

Well enough griping. I just got back from my appointment and had the chance to hear the rapid 176 heart beat. How amazing only 1 1/2 inches long and 1 oz in weight and there's a little heart beat. Truly amazing! How crazy how fast your body changes. The doc told me while doing my exam that my inside is very pregnant. Whatever that means! I already feel different and I'm convinced I already look pregnant. Anyways it's official I'm 9 weeks almost 10 weeks pregnant due around March 17. Almost 1 month after Landon's birthday. Totally excited!

Any advice on more than one child? Is my social life really coming to an end? Will I ever make it out of the house showered and ready before 2:00. Help!!

The Ranch

A little piece of heaven on earth. That is what the ranch feels like. Lots of family time, good conversation, tons of eating, the perfect environment for cousins to play together and become friends, a time away from things that don't matter, meals in the cook shack, popcorn and otter pops, 4-wheeler rides, horse rides, tractor rides for Landon, spotlighting, sewing, trampolines, and above all relaxing doing nothing and loving every minute of it. I have been so fortunate to be blessed in such a great family. This was the first year that the whole fam was up together. Landon had so much fun. I think he likes Tanner the best. Tan took him everywhere the first few days. That is until a little trip to the park and a slide broke Landon's leg. Well actually it fractured his tibia. We enjoyed a nice afternoon at the star valley medical center. From then on the ranch was a little different for Landon. He spent alot of time driving around on 4-wheelers, tractors, trucks, the john deer moer, and basically anything that would allow him to be outdoors but not have to walk. I never thought I could have more fun at the ranch until I had a child. What a different perspective. Everything was so new and exciting to him this year. I felt bad taking him home to our boring house. Anyways, the week flew by and we had another great year. These are just a few of the fun pics. Oh if you're wondering what the red odd looking thing on the counter is, I'll let you use your imagination. With a quick trip to kings Scott and Jared came home with this that provided for a few jokes. Just part of the good times at the ranch!!!

Girl Trip

Okay, so it feels like an eternity since I last blogged. The longer you're away from it the easy it is to just keep putting it off. Anyways, a quick brief on this past month. Me, my mother, my cousin, and aunt all went on a girl vacation. Just a short trip to Utah for a weekend. Lots of shopping, eating, walking around, talking, and staying up late and by late I literally mean up until about 3-4:00 in the morning. We saw legally wed-don't think I'll see it again, the Joseph Smith movie (always a favorite), and again Le Miserables. I seriously think I could spend a great deal of money on broadway musicals if I lived in New York. I had such a great time. I love my family so much. We have never done anything like this before so I think it is the beginning of a little tradition. So much fun!

When I came home I found this card for me laying on the kitchen counter. It made me feel so good to be back at home. I love my hubby and son!!

I LOVE THIS BOY

My little man. Crazy. Happy. Active. Independent.

Tough. Smart. Lovable.

Absolutely Perfect.

New Shoes

Landon's favorite word lately is "SHOES." The moment I put on shoes he has to come up and touch them and then repeat over and over the word. I have to admit two things I love to buy for a boy are shoes and P.J.'s. I'm a huge sucker when it comes to splurging on these items. Scott is always looking to find him a new pair. I think that's just about it and the rest of the time I look at girl clothes and dream for the day!!!

Crazy Hair

Love it! Jen, my adorable sister-in-law, took this picture at the park on Sunday. That sneaky grin and red cheeks looks a little devilish to me. He's my little man!

My So Called Life

Not much exciting has happened in our lives this week-or I should say last week (I'm a little late posting). Landon has discovered he likes farting-of all things. He discovered this amazing trick that whenever I change his diaper one or two usually slip out and it makes me laugh. Now it has become a huge game. He'll just stare at me, hold really still, and focus and he's now learned how to let them rip. It's all cute right now until he gets bigger and they get louder and smellier. I guess I haven't done a good job at teaching manners-obviously he would never learn something like that from his mother. Is this normal for boys? Is this the first of many embarrassing milestones he is yet to discover?

I've also become addicted to the show "So You Think You Can Dance." I used to think if I could pick any talent to be good at it would be singing. Now after this show I think I would like to be a dancer. It's never too late to follow your dreams right? I think more than anything I admire the physical training that goes into something as intense as dancing. Maybe I should have Megan and Sadie show me a couple moves. I am yet to discover what my talents are.

My mother and I also saw the movie "Waitress" last week. Totally cute movie. I love Keri Russell. I think I would like to have curly hair like her. She is so pretty. I highly recommend the movie.

So basically the only new thing this week is that my son farts, I would like to be a dancer and have hair like Keri Russell. Is that too much info?