Large and in Charge

Maybe I'm not THAT large... but it's certainly how I feel! Anyway, here I am at 38 weeks.

There's no need to make fun of my attempt at being artsy. I sort of have fun messing with photoshop, and this is what I came up with today. I know that I'm not very good at it, but practice makes perfect, right?!?!? I just figure that I need to get good at it since I have this great camera! 

I've been feeling as good as you can at 38 weeks... fairly uncomfortable, but I'm pretty sure that is expected. I've packed my bag and made a list of the last minute items to add to it, just in case Harper decides to surprise us and come early. Based on my doctor's appointment last week, it doesn't appear that she'll be coming early. I think she is quite comfortable in there and doesn't care to leave any time soon. Honestly, I don't really blame her. It's quite the life, if you really think about it! And although I am ready for her to be here, she has been instructed to stay put until next Monday. My mom and sisters are all going to New York City for the weekend, so I really don't want her coming while they are gone. Yes... you read that correctly... every one but me. I'm trying to not be jealous, but it's rather hard! Leah has some internship interviews (pray that they go well!), so they are making a small trip out of it. I really am excited that they get to "get away" for a few days (they all certainly deserve it!), I just wish the timing would've worked out a little better. So needless to say, I definitely want my mom here at Harper's birth, so she seriously can't come this weekend! I keep trying to remind myself that the Lord knows the desires of my heart, so I need to be confident in His timing! I'll keep you posted on my progress! 

Harper's "Going Home" outfit!

Clearly, I am ready for Harper to be here! However, according to my doctor's appointment today, it doesn't appear that she'll be coming early. I have decided that I am fine with that... but I'm not necessarily okay with her being late either. So hopefully she'll be right on time...March 9th. But just in case she does come early, her going home outfit is here and ready for her! I ordered this precious gown and hat from lucys-pocket.com- a website my sister-in-law introduced me to. I love this website! It is so reasonably priced, and it only took about 10 days for it to be shipped. I can't wait for Harper to wear this little gown. It's probably going to be a little big on her, but I don't really care... it is too cute for her to not wear it home! 

A room fit for a queen... or maybe just Baby Harper!

Well... I finally finished putting together Harper's room. This has been so much fun, but I am very glad to be done! Clearly, the painting is my absolute favorite part of the room... and the bedding is probably my second favorite part! Enjoy the pictures! 

The view from the door

Shelf on the wall

A place where I will be spending a lot of time! The bear in the chair was Corby's when he was a baby. 

A fabulous view of the painting!!! 

The most amazing painting ever! Kelly Furr... you are UNBELIEVABLE!!! 

Harper's bedding... I ended up getting it off of ebay. A lady ordered 2 custom sets from a store here in Dallas and chose the other one. I randomly found it, and the bumper was the fabric that I've loved ever since I found this crib! I still can't believe that someone would order the bedding and never use it! 

Another corner view

Harper's reading corner

How cute is her little chair?!?!? Thanks Riggan family! 

The other wall with her dresser and changing pad

And now that the room is finally complete, she can go ahead and come out! I tell her that every day, but she doesn't seem to want to budge! 

28 Days...

Wow... can I really only have 28 days left?!?!?! After a day like today, I kind of wish she'd come out tomorrow, but I realize that won't happen. The nerve damage pain is so miserable...I'm just praying that it will go away once she's out. I won't be a happy camper if it has caused permanent damage. When I think about there only being 4 more weeks, I have so many different emotions. Currently, there are some fears when it comes to labor, but I assume those are fairly normal. 

In order to keep myself busy, I plan on packing what can be packed and making a list of other needed items for the hospital this week. I also ordered a bag of grosgrain ribbon, so I will be making Harper some really BIG bows (they are my favorite!!!).  

Today I picked up the most fabulous painting I have ever seen for Harper's room. My friend Katie brought it back to me from Little Rock, and I can't wait to post a picture of it. My childhood best friend, Kelly, is an artist (unbelievable, I will add), and it is such a blessing to have a piece of her work in Harper's room! I plan on finishing everything else in the room tomorrow, so I will post some pictures as soon as it's complete. But I'm telling you.... it is a room fit for a queen (if I do say so myself). I can't wait for it to finally be done!!! For now I leave you in suspense and will make you wait until tomorrow. :) 

PLEASE PRAY!!!!

Please be praying for sweet Abby Riggs. She is not doing well at all, and I can't imagine watching your child suffer so much! They update their blog often, so please go to it... riggsfamilyblog.com and in the mean time, please be praying for their whole family!!! Thanks! 

Save the Date: 2028

If there is one thing that Annalise can't wait for, it would be her wedding. Ever since she saw our wedding pictures, she likes to talk about her wedding. So tonight at dinner, she and Corby hashed out all of the details for the big day. It took so much for me to not bust out laughing at some of her answers... it was one of the funniest conversations I have ever heard. The date hasn't necessarily been set, but with all of the details figured out, the date won't be a problem! I will try to remember everything they talked about, but I know I will leave something out! 

The Groom: OBVIOUSLY Luke - he knows this but has no clue what being a husband entails

Luke's Wardrobe: plain shoes, plain shirt, and plain pants

Her Dress: It will look like the one she's currently wearing (a gold Cinderella dress)

The maid of honor: Hattie (one of her friends here in Dallas)

The Flower girl: Oh... that would be me! Won't that be quite a sight!

The ring bearer: Naturally... Corby

Location: It will be like Cinderella's Ball

Minister: MARE! We got a kick out of this one... looks like you need to get ordained...

Some of the guests: Chris and LC - that's all she could think of (consider yourself lucky!)

First Dance: The ABC's.... I about peed in my pants when she said that! 

Food: Cake, with pink and purple icing and broccoli sandwiches (sick!)

Transportation after reception: horse carriage with a pink, purple, and brown horse

Honeymoon: First she said Ohio and then changed it to Florida

Place of residence: Dallas

Occupation: He will be a plain Carpenter and she will be a Princess Carpenter

Cars: 2 cars... one pink and one purple

# of kids: 2 girls (Saylor and Harper) 1 boy (Sal)

That is all I can remember... even though I know there was so much more. They talked about it for so long! 

But we certainly hope that everyone will be able to make it! 

Cutest boots of all time!!!!!

Harper has definitely gotten some REALLY cute gifts! But I must say, the boots she got last night just might have made their way to the top of the list! How precious are they?!?!? They are from one of Corby's best friends from high school, Chris... I think I underestimated his gift-giving ability. I was sort of expecting a "joke" gift, but I was definitely proven wrong! I can't wait for Harper to wear them!!!

And speaking of cute, my cute Mee-Maw turns 93 today!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MEE-MAW!!!!! I wish I could be there to celebrate with her.... these stupid traveling rules are really cramping my style! My dad and cousin flew in, so at least I know she is going to feel extra special today! I love her so much and hope that she has such a great day!!!!