My last post was about how my heart melted when Olivia said her first "thank you" without prompting. So, I thought I would continue the heart theme into today's post.
I couple weeks ago, Ethan and I were able to get away for a weekend to our favorite spot, Hyatt Lost Pines Resort in Bastrop, TX. This place is magical. So magical that your blood pressure immediately drops down to relaxation mode the moment you step out of your car. Ethan had just finished up an amazingly busy week at work, along with some tough sleepless nights with Olivia, and I had just finished planning Olivia's 2nd birthday party, so we were ready for some virgin pina coladas by the pool asap. A few days before the trip, I received an email from the resort stating that they were hosting a half-marathon & 5K race with 2,500 participants the morning after we arrived. Set-up would begin at 5am, so noise would begin at 5am. I think one day I may register for this race, but this weekend was all about my favorite S-word...SLEEP! Think...low bpm....with Benadryl before bed.
As soon as we arrived at the resort Friday, along with 2,500 ladies with oh-so-awesomely toned legs, arms and abs, I rushed to the front desk to request a room AWAY from the start and finish line of the race. I was so desperate for sleep, that I almost pointed out the bags underneath my eyes. But I didn't. Did I mention how much I love this resort? Well, they not only honored my request, but they upgraded us to a king room with a balcony facing our favorite part of the resort: the ADULTS-ONLY spa pool.
Our weekend consisted of eating, sleeping, laying out by the pool, napping by the pool, a nature hike, an organized star-gazing excursion, and Ethan even fit in a couple workouts at the spa gym for us. We typically don't travel with Olivia, but we will go back to the Hyatt in the fall with her. They have an amazing family pool area. We can't wait to go back. We didn't take as many pictures this time since we took so many last year, but here are a few:
First thing after check-in: lounge by the pool with a cold drink in hand. Ethan's in the water getting a tube to float the lazy river area.
Morning hike along the Colorado River
Ethan thought this looked cool along our hike.
Post-race party.
Last time at the pool before checking-out, and back into reality.
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When I ask Olivia where Jesus lives, she responds with "In O-via's heart!" So as Easter came around, she was all about sharing her love and heart for Jesus!
By the way, Ms. Jacque is Olivia's Sunday-school teacher, and she is in love with her!
We had so many fun activities for Olivia to enjoy leading up to Easter. Olivia had a total of three egg hunts, so by the time we arrived for one at Grammy and Papa's house Sunday afternoon, she knew exactly what to do. Earlier that day, we had a wonderful time worshiping at church and seeing all of our friends. We didn't have Sunday school, so we had lots of extra time in the morning making banana pancakes, smoothies, bacon and taking pictures of Olivia in her Easter outfit. Here are some pictures from this memorable weekend:
Dyeing Easter eggs!
Neighborhood egg hunt
Easter Sunday morning
Easter dinner and egg hunt at Grammy's and Papa's
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Thump-thump...thump-thump...
My heart isn't the only one beating in my body.
After a long time of trying, and only a few months away from beginning fertility testing, we found out a couple months ago that we are pregnant! We had our first pre-natal appointment a couple months back to confirm the pregnancy with an ancient sonogram machine, and this past Monday, we were able to actually hear Ziggy #2's heart beating at 154 bpm! Ziggy is short for zygote, by the way....
Every single day, I thank God for this amazing blessing. Of course, we were hoping to be pregnant last year, but looking back, I understand that I couldn't predict God's timing. I totally get it now. We actually found out we were pregnant the week after my aunt finished her radiation treatments! If that's not perfect timing, I don't know what is. But, I trust that He heard our very first prayers about it, but just wanted me to hold on. This was nothing but a God-thing.
So here are the details:
- Ziggy #2 is due on October 31 (future birthday party themes - DONE!)
- There's only ONE in there!
- Yes, we are finding out in June if it's a boy or girl
- No, Ethan and I are not discussing whether we are hoping for one over the other
- No, I haven't had any "morning sickness", but nausea is pretty prevalent around all sorts of smells. I've had headaches & fatigue galore. I can't stand the sight of raw fish or raw shrimp, but raw chicken is okay this time around. Preparing and then sitting down to eat the same meal is rather difficult. I am in love with fruit, chips and smoothies.
- I have a slight baby bump and it appeared much earlier this time around. Elastic is my friend.
- When you ask Olivia what she's going to be, she responds with "A big sister! Mommy have baby!"
We have an ultrasound scan next week on April 19th. I will keep posting updates about Ziggy #2, but please continue to pray for good health. Thank you so much!
