Merry Christmas!

Michael and I had a great Christmas this year.  Thankfully we were able to travel 8 hours to York, PA and thankfully the drive was not too bad- we just tried to stop a lot and stretch and walk.  We spent some time visiting friends and family (more pics to come on those) and we enjoyed time with Mike & Rachel (my new brother-in-law and my sister).  Today, my mom is planning what was supposed to be a "surprise" baby shower for me but I already knew about it.  It is sweet of her to be working so hard to plan this.  We are hoping to travel back to Cincy tomorrow to celebrate with the Lyons' side of the family.

But for now some of the fun Pennsylvania foods I am enjoying:  Funny Cake, Cream Dried Beef & those wonderful Pretzel Roll turkey sandwiches- yum!!!  

33 weeks and counting...

Lately, as I have rounded the 30 week mark of pregnancy, I have been slightly overwhelmed with the thought that this baby could come relatively soon.  Though I am thrilled at the thought of being able to see with my eyes what has been hidden the last few months, I am also scared at the thought of being a mom even though I have waited for this for so long.  Today, we had our last ultrasound just to check to see if my placenta was still in the wrong place possibly indicating a need for a C-section.  Thankfully, the placenta has moved and our little guy is currently 4lb. 12 oz is the estimate.  The ultrasound lady said he probably will be a 7 lb baby and for that I was excited to hear he might be on the smaller end.  She even thought he had my chin and my nose- which is hard to believe they can tell all that from a picture I can't even really make out.  We are very thankful that he is still doing well and praise God for His development and growth.  We continue to entrust this little one to the Lord and pray that He would prepare us in the next few weeks to be godly parents!  Dr. Grim thankfully said I was officially cleared for take off... take off to Pennsylvania that is- we are attempting and 8 hour drive on Thursday to PA and trying to avoid the snow coming here on Friday.  I am thankful to be able to go to PA for Christmas to see family and friends! 

Last Weekend

Last weekend, we took a quick trip to our old stomping grounds of Louisville, KY!  We left on Thursday after Michael's classes to see the Keith & Krystn Getty concert-  despite coming down with a cold that day it was sooo enjoyable and worshipful!  We got to stay with our dear and most hospital friend Anne Marrs who made us a yummy meal!  Friday we were able to see some of graduation, Erin was able to see some of her co-workers and we were able to have lunch with your dear friends!  We went to Havanna Rumba and we were not disappointed with our Cuban dishes!  But the fellowship was the sweetest of all! 
We really miss our dear friends that the Lord has given us from our time at Southern!  I am realizing now that that season was very sweet, being surrounded by so many strong believers that have a passion to serve the Lord!  Saturday night we had Sarah Brown over and tried to make our traditional Thanksgiving dinner though it was a bit late!  The turkey was quite the success due to our expert bone picker, Sarah Brown!  :)

This weekend's line-up:  Meeting with Meredith Irving in Lebanon, OH for lunch and possibly seeing Mark & Leslie Awabdy who happen to be visiting family on our street. :)
As well as date night tonight to see Voyage of the Dawn Treader as well as seeing Handel's Messiah tomorrow with some Hebrew Union students! 

Decorating for Christmas...

Here are a few pics of our new apartment decorated for Christmas!  Michael keeps reminding me of our electric bill this month with all these lights but I tell him that it is worth it.  I just love lights- it is just a reminder to me of how Christ is the Light of the World and what that truly means!

A Few Things...

Well it is official... I think Michael and I have become mall walkers.  We both want to try to keep exercising and so we decided to go to the mall down the road and join the older folks and walk the mall.  It is kinda funny to see a pregnant lady with her little hand weights walking in the busy mall where most people are shopping for gifts.  :)

Saturday it snowed here on the 4th of December...  I spent the day making some yummy cookies.  And watching the snow fall and listening to Christmas music- well so only a few inches fell- it was still pretty.

Michael took me last night to drive around and see lights.  We drove around and listened to the Chipmunks Christmas CD and even had a lovely "cheap" dinner for 2 at Chick Fil A.  We ended the night with being greeted by a giant Christmas tree- he was quite funny.