Trains

There was a model railroad show at our local library earlier in the month. When we got there, there was a guy giving out free 'train rides' that he hitched up to the back of his golf cart. I think we have a new project idea for Benny.

The model trains were so intricate and thought-out. It was so fun to see them!

Bonnie loved anything that had a button she could push.

The smaller-scale trains were very impressive.

Such a fun afternoon!

Visit to the Firestation

We recently got the chance to take a tour of our local fire station. We met with one of the firefighters who taught us all about how the station works, the difference between volunteer and career firefighters, and how they eat/sleep there. 

We got to see their firepole, which is one of the only two left in the state. 

And of course, we got to learn all about the different vehicles.

The kids got to try on some of the gear (Bonnie was not interested in this part). 

And we got to see some of the apparatuses in action. 

Everyone was so friendly and we learned so much. We are so thankful for our firefighters!

24 weeks with baby #2

Feeling well at 24 weeks! I passed my glucose test on Monday so that was good news. I had just barely failed the first one with Bonnie so I was relieved I wouldn't have to retake the 3 hour test. I'm up 8-9 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight so far. They didn't give me the heartrate this time but we heard it on the doppler and was told it sounds great. This is one active little baby, more active than I remember Bonnie being. 

I feel like time is now moving so quickly with the craziness of Bonnie's birthday/the holidays. Physically I am feeling well. I have a lot of the same rib pain that I had with my first pregnancy but only towards the end of the day. I had a cold that seemed like it lasted weeks and am finally feeling better from that. However in the last couple weeks I have started getting a consistent headache every morning the goes away by the afternoon. I am trying to drink more water and am hoping they taper off soon. 

The baby's room is currently being used as Santa's workshop, but we will get back to working on it once the new year arrives!

Thanksgiving

We went up to visit my mom and brother for Thanksgiving this year, and it was so nice! Dave was away on travel and Katie was with her in-laws so it was very low-key and nice to get some one-on-one time with them.

We got there Wednesday around dinnertime and Bonnie immediately wanted to play ball with Maggie. We had a delicious dinner and got B settled for bed. Of course we ended up playing some cards after.

Thanksgiving morning B was so excited to feed all the animals. First, the fish.

Then, Maggie. She loved watching Maggie eat all her meals.

And finally, the chickens! She was in animal heaven.

We watched some of the Thanksgiving Day parade during breakfast. The weather was so gorgeous all day. We had to go kick our annual field goals.

After kicking, we took a few family photos.

Then it was time to get cooking!

Birdie loved helping Grandma in the kitchen.

Mom made an impressive spread, as usual. The turkey turned out fantastic.

I am so thankful for these people! What a wonderful feast.

After Bonnie was in bed, the games and desserts came out. Holiday hand-and-foot, and codenames. We went to sleep with full bellies and happy hearts.

B helped Grandma make pancakes the next morning.

This was such a wonderful day we didn't even know we needed. It was nothing but relaxing. We played tons of cards and games, rested, ate leftovers, drank hot drinks, and enjoyed each other's company. And bonus that Bonnie slept really well the whole time we were there.

We played pool and took naps in the basement in front of the fire. And later that night we all watched a movie together. It was the most relaxing day I've had in a long time.

Saturday morning we took a walk around the property, played another game, and had some turkey sandwiches for lunch before we had to hit the road.

It truly was such a wonderful low-key visit and we loved every minute of it! We have so many things to be grateful for this year, especially all the wonderful people in our lives. Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!