The past few weeks

We decided to move a couple of weeks ago into a larger apartment in Florence. The entire move was rushed because of a time constraint placed on us by the apartment company. It rained, we broke a few things, etc. And by rain...I mean remains of a hurricane. Regardless, we were able to get through it and are really enjoying our new place. We've pretty much gotten everything set up. This past weekend we hung pictures, put up the Christmas tree/decorations and I put the crib together by myself in only 35 minutes.



Putting a crib together is pretty nerve racking. The thought that your child will be relying on your ability to tighten a screw...makes your stomach churn a little. But overall, the crib was ridiculously easy to assemble. It looks extremely bare because we don't have a mattress or bedding for it yet. But there is still time to get those details. Most of the major things are done. We still need a stroller, but that too will come with time.



This past Saturday night while laying in bed watching TV, I was able to feel Kylie's first stronger kicks. Ever since I began to recognize that feeling on Saturday, she hasn't stopped moving! I'm pretty sure she dances around in there non stop and may come out crawling. It's great to know she's healthy and moving around, but overall, it's very uncomfortable and awkward. I'm told to get used to it...because it will only get worse. I'm holding onto the idea that when she has less room, she won't move as much.

What's in a name?

After a very high stakes game of rock, paper, scissors....we have decided on a name! Kylie Ann Barrentine. Lately, I've been able to feel her moving around a little bit and she sure is growing! My sides and underneath her have been aching lately. From what I'm told, those are growing pains. Why don't they go over this stuff in 5th grade when they explain the mystery guest women receive once a month? I guess that's too much info at that age, but it would be nice to know what to expect.

DJ had an interview yesterday that seemed promising and another that is pretty much his...but they aren't looking to fill it until December at the earliest. Hopefully something will happen soon. I keep praying for a miracle, and I know sometime God will give us that. It will probably be a small Christmas as far as presents go, but it will be our first one together. Can't wait to decorate the apartment for the Holidays. I forgot just how much "stuff" I have to put out! And I have a feeling this year...no Turkey will go to waste (considering how hungry I always am!).

The picture for today's post was Kylie at 18 weeks, when we found out she was a girl. I'm now in the middle of week 20 and almost twice the size I was 2 weeks ago. Yikes! Hope everyone is well....

Decided to start a blog in honor of our new lives. This is mostly for my family that lives so far away so they will be able to see pictures of our new baby as she grows. Currently, we're 5 months pregnant and expecting a new baby on March 22nd. The last ultrasound shows that the baby is a GIRL! We've already picked out some very cute dresses and almost all the major items needed to get started. Now our biggest decision is where to live? We are definitely staying in Florence for awhile so that DJ's mom can watch the baby to save money on day care. We would love a three bedroom apartment, but will probably end up staying in a two bedroom because of costs. We are both equally excited as we are nervous for this new adventure in life. We're trying to enjoy our time together as much as possible since after March, our lives will never be the same. We are both looking forward to the challenge and grateful for such a blessing. We just have to finish finalizing a name. We keep bouncing between Kylie and Kaylie. Someday we'll figure it out. Keep coming back to see more ultrasound pictures and pictures of my every growing tummy! Til next time...