Camden's 1st Birthday Bash- Decorations

Remember how I had been planning Camden's birthday for like the last three months!? You would think I'd know what time is was at right!? Well...here is a funny story...

Friday night John and I set everything up for the party, even though it wasn't until Saturday evening. We didn't want to feel rushed getting things ready at the last minute. So luckily everything was done, you know except setting the food and biryhday goodies out. 

Saturday morning was great! We went to Ihop for breakfast, ran some errands, and hung out at home. Really the day was so relaxing! I had tried to plan Camden's naps so he would take one in the morning at one around four before everyone showed up at six for his party. The first nap was a success...second...not so much. Camden did not want to take a nap and fought every second of it. We usually have him put himself to sleep, but I has to take matters into my own hands. I went in his room, rocked him in chair (anyone try to rock a screaming upset almost one year ols squirming little boy before?!) Finally he gave up the fight and fell asleep right in my arms. It. Was. Heaven. I enjoyed just looking at him ansd admiring the cute little boy that our heavenly father sent to us. I really won't ever forget that moment.  

After snuggling with Camden for some time, I laid him in his crib and thought I better finish getting ready. Oh how htnankfu I was that my hair was already done...because with in five minutes my doorbell rang. It was my in-laws. John and I both wondered...what are they doing here an hour anf 15 minutes early? Much to our surprise, they were only 15 minutes early.  Yep! The invitation (that we made) said 5-7. For weeks I had myself and John convinced that Camden's birthday was at six! I started to panic! John quickly set out the cake, cupcakes, drinks, and all the finishing touches. I threw make-up on my face faster than ever before.  I called papa John's and requestedrequested order as soon as rhey could have it ready. 

Now can you imagine my fear of waking my child up, the one who wouldn't go to bed, the one whose birthday we were celebrating?! We decided it was best for me to go get the pizza before anyone else showed up and we would wake the birthday boy when I got back. 

All the way to papa John's I cried and laughed at myself. How could I seriously not know what time my own sons party was at? Could my pregnancy brain already be this bad? By the time I got home, some more family had shown up, some were running late because of snow (never been so grateful for late people). Camden wasn't too happy to wake up from hisnap, but that quickly cchanged.  He wasn't onry at all and had the time of his life (at least I like to think so) He won't remember all the hard work John and I put into his birthday party, but one day he'll look back at pictures and know how much we love him. 

So...here are some pics of the decor from Camden's birthday.  More pictures to come soon! 

Everyone got a personalized mug with a mustache on it. Inside was hot cocoa and a chocolate mustache stirring stick. 

For dinner was pizza and salad. Instead of leaving the pizzas in a box we decided to create a pizza bar. 

cupcakes were served to everyone for dessert. Along with waffle cone ice cream bowls with all the toppings. 

stay tuned for pictures from Camden's birthday bash!  

SURPRISE!

Here's what we've been up to...and my reason (mostly) for being absent for the past six weeks.

Below are the links to my posts I've been waiting to share.  I am currently {10} weeks and my due date right now in June 11th, so close to my birthday. Cant think of a better gift!

Baby Huston #2

5 Weeks!

6 Weeks!

7 Weeks!

9 Weeks!

10 weeks!

Ten weeks...ahh it really feel good to write that and it always feels great to know I made it another week and am hopefully out of my scary zone. Fingers crossed.

The past week wss much like my previous weeks. I  had good and bad days.  Zofran has been my life saver.  I did manage to get somewhat of a flu virus this week and it double wiped me out. I mean seriously...should pregnant women really be aloud to get sick on top of already feeling nasty all the time!? Thank goodness for my husband.  I almost didn't make it till when he got home. 

I have no idea how much I weigh right now. I know I have lost two pounds,  but my scale is off compared to the doctors, so I'm going to guess 124. I'll have a better idea next week.

Sleep has been good this past week. I have been sick a few nights, but I'm still managing to get some rest. Poor John usually ends up entertaining himself at night because both Camden and I go to bed at 8:30 and I'm usually out the minute my head hits the pillow. I haven't been taking naps during the day lately because that's usually when I have been getting stuff done for Camden's birthday.

I'm pretty proud of myself for making it these past six weeks with some extreme fatigue and feeling so so sick. On top of taking care of Camden.  I kinda laugh at my post from six weeks...I guess you just learn how to cope with it all.

My appetite is getting better with a few things. Zofran has really helped.  Some foods that have tasted really good this past week are chicken picatta from cheesecake factory and cinnamon sugar bagels.

I have had some terrible pain in my groin this week. ..I have no idea if I have pulled a muscle or things are just stretching,  but it sure hurt to even walk sometimes. My pain on my right side is gone now.  I'm still dealing with exhaustion and
sickness. Some days are better than others. I'm also emotional and possibly taking things a little more personal than I should :) yep! That's pregnancy for you! My face has also been breaking out like a teenage girl. 

Our next appointment is in three days and I can't wait! Even though I'm sure I won't get an ultrasound...this doc isn't to keen on that.  We were much more spoiled with Camden. Good thing I have my own fetal doppler. (Which you know I've been using everyday)

Here's to another week of growing, a big first birthday bash, putting up the Christmas tree, and enjoying my little family! 

What have we been up to...

We have a lot of party planning going on in our house! Life has been busy...with wonderful things of course. Dont worry...I'll be back to give you a full recap of Camden's Birthday Bash! And...other fun things that have been going down in our home ;)

P.s.- as soon aa Camden's party is over our Christmas tree is going up! John and I may or may not have planned to stay up really late on Saturday to do it. At least I've had my Christmas music to get me through!!

9 weeks

Today I am exactly 9 weeks. Time is actually moving along quicker than I had imagined. Some days seem long, but if I look back to when we found out we were expecting again, than it seems to have gone by quicker than expected.

The past two weeks have had its good and bad days. I hate to admit it because I don't take a lot of medicine,  but Zofran has been my life saver! Especially when chasing an almost one year old around all day. I am learning to take better care of us. Even if we are in our jammies when John gets home from work :) at least we are surviving. Oh how grateful I am that I get to stay home! I'm not sure how I'd get through this otherwise :)

I had my first appointment this last week at eight weeks. And since I wasnt far enough along to hear a heartbeat on the doppler, I got an ultrasound. Baby was strong with a heartbeat of 164!   I also found out my scale at home is off...I've gained some weight and am currently weighing 126. That means I can gain 20 to be where I was at with Camden :) I have a feeling ill be over that! The joys...

Sleep has been good these last couple of weeks and I'm going to say its because of the Zofran. It usually stays in my system for 24 hours,  so I am usually sick when I get up in the morning. I have had some rough nights,  but the good out-weigh the bad. I have still been taking naps when Camden naps and going to bed around nine after he lays down at night. I've been pretty exhausted! 

I'm still missing my energy, patience, and appetite :) this is just a phase though and soon enough these things will come back.

I don't have much of an appetite still, but the zofran has at least allowed me to eat some kind of food. I actually prefer fruits and sweet things this pregnancy over other types of food. I do crave water a lot though...there is nothing better right now than the coldest cup of water and ice.

I have already been having some stretching pains, especially on my right side. At our appointment they checked me for a cyst because the pain has been unbearable sometimes,  but they didn't find anything.  I've also had constipation (tmi) exhaustion and morning sickness. That about sums up my symptoms right now. Oh and don't forget my emotions have been all over the place. We've been listening to Christmas music lately,  and I've been crying a lot lately!  ;)

My next appointment is on Camden's birthday. I'll be about 11 weeks and I can't wait!

Here's to another week and a good one I hope!