We're having a...

GIRL!!

We had our ultrasound this morning and determined that we are having a little girl (or a kitten according to Kenneth).  I am SO excited! Having one of each - who could ask for more?!  She was measuring small compared to my due date, so I think my midwife will officially be changing that at my next appt.  According to the calendar I should be 18 weeks, but the baby - I mean Emily, is only measuring 16 weeks.  It was lucky we could tell she was a she at all!  

During the ultrasound she was sucking her thumb, and then apparently lost her thumb, so we saw her open and close her mouth several times trying to find it again.  Then, while trying to determine the gender she had her legs crossed initially, and then stuck her hands down there to cover herself up.  What a modest little thing!  We were able to see several glances overall though, and determined the gender.  Apparently our little girl is not only modest, but stubborn as well.  ;)

Bring on the dresses and bows!  I can't wait!

Boy or Girl?

We find out next week whether we will be having a little boy or girl.  Any guesses out there?  Will we be having an Austin Jack or an Emily Beth?

Halloween...a little late

We were able to celebrate Halloween this year with my Pa A (that's my dad), Jayne (stepmom) and sister Alisha who was in town from Germany.  They drove down from Sacramento the day before Halloween.  We got together with my step siblings for lunch, and then were rushing to get ready for our ward's Trunk or Treat.  The Trunk-or-Treat is a safe alternative to traditional trick-or-treating.  People decorate the trunks of their cars and pass out candy to the children as the come by.  Afterwards there is a Chili Cook-off, and a parade where all the kids (and adults) can show off their costumes.

We were kind of lame, and due to the rush we had to come up with costumes last minute.  Danny's grandma bought him a cute little skeleton shirt that worked for him, so he was set.

Danny managed to chew through several pieces of candy, and his mouth is FULL of his spoils

Kenneth locked himself in our bedroom for a few minutes and whipped up this costume, and I had some bunny ears and quickly transformed myself:

Kenneth was a huge success as a Ninja, especially with the 7 year old kids we teach every Sunday!

And luckily Jayne came prepared with some options for herself and Alisha.  Pa A opted on not dressing up, but provided some candy in addition to our Otter Pops to hand out to the kids. 

The pregnant sisters

Jayne (she always does the best costumes!) and Pa A

Unfortunately, I only have the few pictures Alisha left for us, so that's all I've got to offer you all!  I must say that Kenneth, Alisha and I all enjoyed Danny's candy!   Who says Trick-or-Treating isn't for the parents...and aunts?

Thank you Kim for reminding me that I have been a slacker when it comes to blogging ;)