Week 32

Dear Lily Ann,

Another week has passed! It is amazing how much work can get done in just seven days! I am proud to tell you that all of the major woodwork and painting in your room is finished! And new closet doors are hung! And - even better - your crib and dresser are up! We had some minor damage on both pieces but replacement parts are on their way. Your nursery is really coming together! We still have lots to get done: including replacing all the outlets, refurbishing and installing your light fixture, sewing the curtains, making the headboard for the daybed, and staining and recovering cushions for Mamaw's glider (we have been saving it for you since she passed away almost 10 years ago). Whew! Daddy has been doing a lot of the work thus far (with lots of help from your Granddaddy and Papaw), but now all the work is starting to fall on me and your Grandma! We are excited to start sewing for your nursery!

We also went to cheer on your Uncle Rookie at the marathon this weekend. I could feel you cheering, too! You are going to love your Uncle Rookie so much! Even though he has a bit of baby-phobia, I know he is going to be in love with you. Next year you will probably be cheering on your Uncle Rookie at the marathon once again! Who knows? Maybe your dad or I will be running, too!

Aunt Aida and Uncle Chris came over with your cousin/friend/future husband Landon. Landon is growing so fast. He is almost four months old! I am anxious for you to arrive and meet him. But I am sad to know you will grow so quickly! Until then, I am cherishing every moment of having you so close! They got to see you moving and kicking around and are so excited to meet you!

This week you and I also went to a Christmas party with my tennis team. We had a great time!! You will meet all of these nice women very soon and may even take your first vacation with them in June to our state tournament!

I finished up school this week, so no more Accounting or Economics for us! I am glad to have the extra time to focus on preparing for you. But soon enough we'll be starting again. I hope you like Statistics!

So much has gone on this week and we are pulling late nights to get things accomplished every day. Thank you for being such a great baby and letting me get everything done! I am feeling amazing! And ~ according to our doctor at this week's appointment ~ you are right on track! 32 weeks down, 8 to go!


We Love You,

Mommy