Day Trip to Dahlonega

This past Saturday, Blake and I went to Dahlonega to enjoy a beautiful fall day. The leaves were just gorgeous with their many vibrant colors.

We started the day with lunch at the Robyn's Nest, a favorite local restaurant. Then, we went to the square and looked through all of the shops. And of course, we made a stop by the Fudge Factory and enjoyed some yummy chocolate-peanut butter fudge.

Afterwards, we went to the North Georgia Campus where we thought back to our days in college together. For those of you who don't know, Blake and I became really good friends here. Dahlonega is a special place for us.

Up past these trees is Donovan Hall, where I lived my junior year of college. This was the year that Blake and I began hanging out quite a bit. We spent many evenings watching tv and movies together, eating, and talking. They were sweet times - the beginning of a priceless relationship. I thank God for the many months we had to get to know each other.

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Peanut's First Georgia Accessory

My thoughtful sister friend, Jordan, sent me something special for Peanut in the mail, along with a materity shirt for me. She gave Little Peanut his/her first Georgia Bulldog accessory - a precious knitted pair of baby crocs. Whether Peanut is a boy or girl, he/she will love wearing these with their Georgia Bulldog outfits.

Thank you Aunt Jordan for my Georgia Baby Crocs!!!

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A Pregnancy Present

My dear friend, Kristie, sent me a special "pregnancy package" in the mail last week. Her thoughtfulness overwhelmed me! She included a yoga pregnancy video, some black slippers, a Dr. Seuss book, some little baby socks, some cleansing gel for my purse, some chocolates, mints, and a special craft that she made for my fridge to hold our little ones' ultrasound pictures. What a precious gift!

New Pictures of Our Little One - 12 1/2 weeks

Wednesday, I went for my second doctor's visit. Blake was out of town, so Mom went with me. We did the ultrasound first, and boy was I tickled at this little one. I was amazed at how much he/she was moving around - jerking its head, moving its arms... Peanut was moving so much that the ultrasound lady had to wait to measure its heartbeat. Then, if that was not enough of a show for us, he/she started to open and close its mouth - drinking the amniotic fluid! AMAZING! Oh how beautiful are the works of the Lord!

Some new pictures of our little Peanut:

Our little one opening and closing its mouth to drink

We also got to listen to the heartbeat for the first time. May the Lord create and form our little one's heart - all for His GLORY!

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A New Addition To Our Family

On August 14th, I found out that I was pregnant. It was one of those surreal moments where you see the positive on the pregnancy test, but just don't believe your eyes. I took a picture to make sure that it was true.

After Blake and I found out the exciting news, we decided to wait until after the ultrasound to tell our family and friends. What a long 5 weeks that was!!! But at the same time, it was a special time for us to talk and discuss and prepare ourselves for this new season.

On September 15th, we went for the first ultrasound. Blake and I were both in awe over everything we could see - the head, the body, the arms, the legs, the heart beat, and even both hemispheres of the brain. It is amazing the way the Lord knits His creations in the womb - what He creates in the secret places! After the lady left the room, we prayed for our little one together!

Here is our little "PEANUT" - Blake's name for the baby!

How did we tell our parents?

We told my mom and dad the day before they left for a Mediterranean Cruise. I told them we had a gift for them for their trip. Needless to say, they were very surprised to see a picture of an ultrasound instead.

We told Blake's parents a few days later when celebrating Brenda's birthday. Blake had her open a card with a gift card, then said he had another gift that we left in the car. He came back with a gift bag with this picture inside.

A special story

The week before Blake and I conceived, my sweet friends - Jamie, Jordan, Page, and Andria - gave me some precious gifts to encourage me during this season of waiting for God's plan concerning children. They gave me a believe plaque, a faith candle, and a prayer scarf. Jamie also wrote me a beautiful poem. Afterwards, we skyped Page, and she had a special pair of booties made by her mother-in-law, Cindy. They told me that these booties were for my baby, and that my friends would be praying over these booties in the weeks to come. They prayed over me, and it was a moment that I will never forget. One week later, the Lord opened my womb and created life. What an amazing God we serve!

Believe, Faith, Prayer

Prayer Booties

Thanks to all of my family and friends for your many many prayers for me and my husband. We will both be forever grateful!

Blake's 30th Birthday

For Blake's 30th Birthday, we had a golf-themed party at our home with family and friends. We had Blake's favorite appetizers along with golf cupcakes, golf ball brownies, and a golf cake. After eating, we had a fun time of playing golf trivia and opening gifts. Blake enjoyed his special day!

Blake at the food table

Blake blowing out his candles

For Blake's gift this year, I bought a Stay and Play Golf Package from Chateau Elan. We stayed in the Inn, which was beautiful, and we had a wonderful time playing golf the next day. While he played with David and his dad, Jamie and I drove the carts.

Our beautiful room