It's been awhile!

Hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year's! We sure did!
It went by fast and can't believe we are already in 2010.
Bentley had a great Christmas too! He's not even here yet and he received more presents than everyone else. I can't imagine what next year's Christmas is going to be like?!?

I have to share one of my favorite Christmas presents. My sister gave me a pair of rollerblades. How awesome is that!?! We died laughing when I opened it because we all just pictured me and Bentley flying down our street... me in rollerblades while pushing him in the jogging stroller. It's a good thing because I'm in a wedding 2 months after he arrives and I'll have some baby weight to work off. Sisters know best! :)

We had a great New Year's too! It was very low key and the best part was that we were in bed by midnight! Ryan took me to a romantic dinner at Perry's and then we went over to Angelica's to play with all the kiddos. Our holiday's are going to be very different from here on out!
Hope you had a fabulous Christmas and New Year's too!

Here's a Bentley Update...

We are in our final weeks and counting down. I have enjoyed the past 8 months of pregnancy but about over it. The sleeping has stopped, the back aches are painful, the labor nightmares are scary, my fingers and toes feel like balloons and I'm exhausted! As you can tell I'm ready for delivery. My sweet husband has been rubbing my back everynight, sending me to Nordstrom Spa on a regular basis for prenatal massages and keeping our kitchen stocked with all my cravings. He has been the biggest support and I don't know what I would have done without with him. Thanks babe!
Bentley and I are doing good and growing alot these days. I'm still measuring 2 weeks ahead of schedule and Bentley is weighing close to 5lbs. Since my visits are regular now my doctor will start checking for dilation and thinning of my uterus. That's when we will know a more accurate due date. I'll keep you all posted on the progress!

My checklist is almost completed...one more birth class, a few more showers, and we start parenting class at our church next week. The nursery is almost complete! I'm waiting on a painting I had made so once I receive that I'll post some pictures of his room. His room is adorable and I hope he loves it and finds it very comfy.

Love to all! Please continue to keep us in your prayers!

P.S. I loved all the Christmas Cards! It's such a joy to see all the growing families :)

Winter Wonderland in Vail!

It's been a fun family vacation for the Longs, Kaczkas, and Moores!
We are all trying to find every excuse to stay longer but excited to get back for Christmas.
I'm 31 weeks pregnant and we are all counting down the weeks!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Bentley in 4D!

Don't these pictures make you want to cry?!?
He is the most precious thing I've ever laid my eyes on.

I'm in my final weeks! We had our last scheduled sonogram this week and got to see Bentley in 4D. We captured some beautiful pictures of him. He was very active the whole time since it was lunch time. He is almost 3.5 pounds and we are a week and 3 days ahead of schedule. February 15th is the projected due date so we might be getting a Valentine's Baby. But I want him to come on his own time whenever that will be. :) He is head down and in the perfect position. He could still move around in the next few weeks but more than likely he will stay where he is at.

I had to share these pictures. I find myself looking at them 2-3 times a day amazed of God's goodness. I have so many emotions lately it's hard to wrap my brain around the fact that God has planted this little angel inside my tummy. I feel very blessed!

Check out those beautiful, big lips!

This foot is pressing against my right rib. Now I know what's been making me feel uncomfortable for the past week! ;)

Hook'em Horns!

CONGRATULATIONS LONGHORNS! BIG 12 Champions!
Ryan and the team are headed to Pasadena on January 7th!

What a game!?! I thought I was going to go into labor. That was the most intense game I have ever been to. And in the past 6 years I have known Ryan I have been to alot!
I cried at the end of the game mainly out of relief it was over!
It was funny because Grandpa called Ryan on Sunday and said "you really shouldn't be taking Danielle to games like that." HAHA!!
The longhorns always put on a great show but I'm so glad they won!

Here is a picture from the game! We had amazing seats...1o rows up from the 30 yard line.

i heart bentley

Bentley had his first shower last weekend and it was FABULOUS!
We were blessed with the presence of wonderful friends, family and many gifts!
Thank you to everyone for traveling to celebrate this special time with us.

Harlow Grace made her first appearance with her "i heart bentley" shirt.
She was the hit of the party...too cute! :)

Time Flies...

I can't believe it is almost Thanksgiving and Bentley arrives in about 15 weeks! Mom and Dad have been super busy these past few months so maybe that's why it feels my pregnancy is flying by. I'm still enjoying every minute of it...Praise the Lord!

Bentley is growing, moving, and kicking alot these days. He is already 2 lbs. The sonogram nurse called him a little "porky" and I just loved that. It feels like each week his kicks get stronger and stronger. Last week he kept me up two nights in a row for 5 hours because he wouldn't stop kicking. I think I made the mistake of eating sugar too late. I felt really bad but learned my lesson :)

It's been so much fun decorating, registering and picking out fun stuff for him. Last month Ryan painted his room and put together his furniture. It looks awesome! And a couple of my girlfriends have been so sweet to help me gather decorating ideas. It's coming together so when his nursery is finished I'll post some photos.

We had an appointment early last week and got to see his precious little face!
I had an egg and cheese omelet right before these pictures where taken so he was passed out. We kept trying to wake him up but he was too tired to show off for us.
He keeps getting cuter everytime we see him. I just love him so much!

Ryan and I can't thank you enough for all the continuing love, support and many prayers.

What a stud-muffin?!?

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His Leg

Both Feet...our favorite picture!