Starkville - the last trip for awhile....

This is the last trip to Starkvegas before our life becomes totally turned upside down. To think of all the great times we had without a child in tow...yet so excited about having a child in tow. The big dilema will be who gets bathroom duties at the game?? We had a great time at Super Bulldog weekend with our close friends. Needless to say, it's a bit different now, but we still had a

great time. We are just preparing this kid for what is to come...football and MSU. I'm afraid that I will NOT win this battle against Jeff.

We celebrated my birthday at our "little" tailgate. We only had one tent vs the three we usually have. Jeff arranged for my favorite cake (carmel cake) and some friends to join in the fun. Thank you honey for making this birthday a special one for me! I was completely exhuasted in these pictures, but nontheless, I still tried to hang with the crowd. Again, this may be the last time as single people for a long time!! I had to take it all in before my head hit the pillow.

What a weekend...

Thanks a bunch to my wonderful Mother who slaved her life away at our house this past weekend. She is such a trooper for helping us get the nursery ready for B. Mac!! Luckily, we aren't doing much as times don't lend themselves to getting "carried away". But she painted every square inch of that room. "Mom, I think you missed a spot!!" hehehe - Just Kidding!

I think the most special item in the nursery, however, is the changing table/dresser. This item was purchased by my parents for my older sisters when they were 2 & 4 yrs old. I'm sure my parents NEVER thought that the dresser purchased so long ago would be used for their grandchild. I just think it's sweet. Just a note: this dresser is being held together by the ten layers of paint that is has endured over the past 30+ years. Once the crib arrives, which was so kindly purchased by Jeff's parents, I will take more pics of the finished room. Also to come is a custom shelf that Grandpa Leonard is going to make for above the dresser. That will be special to have along with all the other items people have so kindly given for B. Mac. A few more details to add to the room and then it will be ready!!

And of course, I have to show off the clean closet! It's amazing what a little organization skills can do....and a yard sale. Whew! Poor Jeff had to find a new home for his beloved golf clubs. There's just no more room in B.Mac's closet. The brown item in the closet is the bumper for the crib (thanks to my sisters) and of course, a box of diapers and clothes that have already been purchased. Have to love consignment sales! All in all, it was a great weekend. Never a dull moment in our family.

The attack of the Birds!!!

I'm not sure why, but the birds are attacking our house! I hung our hanging plants outside to get the nice spring air and it seems as if a Dove has set up shop. I believe she is "nesting" in the middle of my spider plant! We just got rid of the birds from the attic by filling in the cracks between the trim and roof line. Now they are pecking the trim away at a desperate attempt to get to their home. In addition, these particular birds are perching on our window and pecking on our bay windows! It's rather ammusing watching the dogs trying to figure out where the noise is coming from. It's unreal...truly unreal. We must have a bird sign somewhere that says, "lay your eggs here!"

Baby McDonald - 20 wks

Our visit to the Dr. today was a good one! We had great reports from everyone which is always a blessing to hear. Baby Mac is growing nicely and weighs 14oz. He/She will be 1 lb by next week! This puts Baby Mac ahead of schedule (at roughly 20 wks & 4 days) as far as his/her growth schedule even though I'm only 20 wks. I'm guessing it's going to be a big baby - go figure! Baby Mac's HR was 165 as it's climbed from the 150's we've been used to seeing in the beginning. Also, since it seems to be the famous question, I've only gained 9 lbs so far. I think a pound was from all the candy I ate during the Easter weekend. In addition, Baby Mac's heart chambers, liver, kidneys, and stomach have formed nicely. Also forming nicely are it's eyes, lips (no cleft palate), backbone, legs and 10 fingers and 10 toes!!

I have started feeling movement...which I have to say is just awesome. I have been having pain under my left diaphragm. Come to find out, Baby Mac's rear end is on that side. That would be the reason for the pain when walking, shortness of breath and aching on this particular side. Who knew!

Welcome to the McDonald Family Blog!

I am finally getting caught up with the times. I feel that now is the best time to start blogging since we are anxiously awaiting our new addition. This will hopefully be an easy way to stay in touch as we expand this household. I look forward to sharing photos, stories and updates of the McDonald family household.