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Sunday, December 14, 2008

Christmastime is here!

The Christmas season is our favorite time of year! Of course, we love to celebrate the birth of our Savior, but we also enjoy all the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells that the Christmas season brings--Christmas lights, yummy treats, traditional hymns and fun Christmas songs--this is definitely the best time of year!

Every year we cut down our own Christmas tree and this year was no exception. Last year we found a great tree farm out in Santee and we went there again this year. See the pictures below for the play-by-play!


So many great trees to choose from!
(Yes, only in San Diego can you pick out your Christmas tree while wearing shorts and a T-shirt).





Jack helping to find the perfect tree



The winning tree!

Packing it up



I love Christmas!









The finished product!

A Busy Season

It has been a while since I last posted on here and much has happened in the last couple months. Of course, the biggest news is that we're expecting a baby next summer! We are super excited, although the dramatic life change that is approaching still seems a bit surreal. :)


At this point, I am about 14 weeks along in my pregnancy. I have been feeling good the last couple of weeks; my energy is back up and I am able to eat more than I did during the first trimester. When I first found out I was pregnant, I seemed to be feeling good, but then at about 6 weeks, I started to feel nauseous. Basically, I couldn't eat much because nothing ever sounded good; however, I was hungry, but instead of feeling normal hunger sensations, I automatically felt nauseous. Overall, it was not fun, but it was mostly bearable and I was able to continue working without too much difficulty. Thankfully, I am now feeling like my usual self. :)


So far, the pregnancy seems to be moving along well. I got to have an ultrasound at my first doctor appointment and we got to see the baby's heart beating on the screen--so amazing (see ultrasound picture below). I just had my second doctor appointment last week and this time we got to hear the baby's heart beating! WOW!


Obviously, this is a very exciting time! We're amazed and in awe at this process of pregnancy and we are looking forward to entering the realm of parenthood (with some fear and trembling mixed in!). Thanks to all of our friends and family who've expressed so much love and support during this exciting time! We will keep you posted on this journey!


Love,
Allison



Baby Wardrip at 9 weeks