My Nesting Projects

I've been trying to keep busy getting ready for Christmas and Baby Boy (probably to be named Wesley) Wilson hoping that time will fly (it hasn't). I don't consider myself a crafty person by any means. I do like to try to make things and I feel a sense of accomplishment for my creations. It just seems like I'm ultimately a little disappointed because I can't make anything perfect. At that point I just tell myself to move on and accept something homemade for what it is. All the imperfections add character.

Here is a small sample of what I've been doing to keep busy:

Christmas tins for Justin's family that live in the area.

A quiet book for Izzy. These are my favorite pages. Much thanks to Devrie and Megan for all their help!

This is Izzy's favorite page

Quilt/bumper pads/burp clothes for Baby Boy Wilson.

I also made a hooded towel for the newly born Garrett Carter and fleece blankets that fold into pillows for my nephews in Utah. I should have taken a picture, but I didn't.

It's been lots of fun to create. Our next big project is painting the baby's room and getting it all ready!

Our Merry Christmas

Justin has had a pretty rough schedule this past month. I'm really feeling his long hours and Izzy misses him a lot. Luckily today is his last shift and then he has a few weeks off to get ready for this baby.

Anyway, Justin had a 24 hour shift on Christmas, so we celebrated the day before. Despite us all having colds, we had a great time. Izzy really stole the show. I know this video clip is pretty long. Mostly it's for grandparents and family who don't get to see her very often. But I haven't put a video of her on our blog for a long time, so the rest of you might enjoy hearing her talk too. I promise I won't be offended if you don't watch the whole thing. I, however, make a lovely Christmas morning appearance about half way through in a big fat sweater and glasses. Justin also shows his great talent of playing Cinderella with Izzy. You won't want to miss it!

Welcome Baby Carter!

Congratulations to my sister, Amy and her husband Bryce!

They welcomed a new baby Garrett Mont Carter into their family on Thursday, December 18th. Both mother and baby are doing well.

Only about three more weeks until my turn. Hurray!

"There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays"

It's probably because I'm big and prego and I can't go anywhere right now, but I'm really homesick to be at my parents home or in Idaho, or somewhere with snow for the Holidays. I almost cry every time I hear Christmas songs about being home and with family. I'm sure that part of it is the hormones, but I really miss the traditions that became a part of my life growing up.

It does help that Izzy is super excited for Christmas. She never tires of pointing out the Christmas lights, Christmast trees, and big blow up Santa Clauses around town. She was so excited when we decorated our tree. I think she wakes up in the middle of the night and tries to turn it on herself. I really can't wait until she sees what Santa brings her. That will honestly be the best gift I get this Christmas.

Putting the angel high on top of the tree.

Izzy had a special spot for all the Christmas balls.

Isabella was looking out the window tonight and said, "Mommy, the sky is pink." Sure enough it was pink. She also told me it was yellow and orange. It's been a while since I enjoyed a sunset, so I took a picture.