Character Breakfast

Okay, so back to Disney. One of our down days, where we didn't go to a park, we scheduled a character breakfast. We really should have made reservations much earlier, as our options were limited, but I think it ended up working out for the best. We didn't have to give up any park time to enjoy the brunch, which because it was not at a park, was more than half the price. The characters we met were Mickey, Pluto, Lilo and Stitch. Nolan didn't really know Lilo and Stitch, but he was still excited, and Maddie knew all of them. It was a great breakfast and then they did a parade line with the kids and the characters, where they gave each child a maraca to shake. Plus, every character visited each table and hugged the kids and posed for pictures. It was really worth it and I'll always treasure the memories!

PawPaw, Mickey & Maddie:

Promise me they stay this sweet forever!

Stitch & Nolan:

Lilo and the kids. Nolan actually gave her a kiss on the cheek, too, it was pretty sweet!Pluto and the kids:

Prayers for Andi, Mark and the Bambinos

My dear friend Andi, who was my roommate in college, is 25 weeks pregnant with triplets! (And you thought twins would be a handful). Andi has been admitted to the hospital because her cervix is shortening and she is having some contractions. From what I understand in talking to her, the scary part is that she isn't feeling most of the contractions, which is a big reason she has been admitted.

It's really important these 3 "bambinos" (as they have been nicknamed) stay put for at least 4-5 more weeks. The whole family could really use our prayers that the babies stay put and that Andi stay as comfortable and relaxed as possible. They also have a beautiful, wild 3 1/2 year old, Caleb, and I pray he adapts well to all that's going on.

You can read how they are doing at their blog, they really tell their story much better than I do: Mark and Andi plus 4

We Are Having...

(Drumroll please). Two healthy babies!!! Yay!!! I'm not exaggerating in the slightest that this was our top priority at the ultrasound today. The swelling on Baby B's neck is GONE! Thank you all for your prayers and thoughts. Baby A is measuring at 6 ounces, Baby B at 4 ounces, which is great news. Their hearts looked and sounded good, although we'll be able to see them much better at the next ultrasound in mid-February. It's breathtaking to see them.

And since neither baby was the least bit shy....we are having....TWO BOYS! I really had a gut instinct that they were both boys, but I never saw myself with ALL boys. Then again, I am not sure if I ever saw myself with three children, even though I dreamt and hoped for it. I feel so honored to have this joy and we feel beyond blessed. These boys, and Nolan, are miracles and we won't ever forget that!! Nolan is excited and I tear up thinking of him being the big brother to two little boys. Again, we thank you all for your thoughts and especially prayers!