Pat's Run

I know my last post said I wouldn't be running this year, but I couldn't resist!

This race is quite the event and such a fun run. I'm thinking Baby Coen and I may have started a tradition!

My time was much slower than usual, but I kept a steady pace throughout, only stopping for a drink of water. I'd say that's not to bad for a pregnant lady. 

My next goal is PF Changs half marathon in January!

Countdowns

23 days till we move in                      
       52 days till baby shower
          (June 4th, mark your calendars)
                   & 86 days till baby Coen should be here!!!

Life is changing fast, and I know even faster it will go when I'm not wishing the days away, but holding on to each moment because with my little man I know days will go by as minutes.

The other day Ricky and I took the bikes out. His sister lives very close to Kiwanis Park so we rode over there and he let me watch an inning of girls softball. Oh the memories. It was funny because I did not wish to be playing, but imagined sitting in the stands cheering for my children. I can't wait... there I go again, wishing time away. I can wait.. and when it come it will be fun. But there are many years of scraped knees and catch in the backyard before that.

Other happenings... today my team from work volunteered at the Pat Tillman Run. It was a lot of fun. I wished I was running the race this year. I honestly feel up for it, I am just too cheap right now to pay the late registration fee. I have been running after work and during my lunch breaks still, not my typical length, a smaller loop. It's pretty funny the looks I get. I'm sure more funny to the on lookers than to me. ;) Oh well, I can't quit it just yet.

Most of the Cube-hood... Just missing Chris

Best egg sandwich ever! They were making fun of how fast I ate it. Who cares, I was starving! lol

Manager Jeff, Brooke and Retta

Demo of the shoe chip... got it?

Double Digits

House update- We've gotten the approval and we're shooting for a closing date the beginning of May! We are officially out of our apartment and living with Ricky's sister Andrea and brother in law Trent. We're having fun with our new roommates, but of course looking forward to the day we can finally be living in our own house. 

Baby is growing, growing, and I subsequently am growing as well! This week I hit my 100 day mark, we're in the double digits now. :)  I know he'll be here before we know it. Especially with everything happening with the house. We're so excited to meet our little boy. Though I love feeling him kicking and moving inside me, I just can't wait to have him in my arms.

Here is week 26 picture

Happy Birthday Daddy

Today is Ricky's Birthday. I am getting him a windshield for his car, which is much needed as some of you may know, but not the most exciting present ever. So I wanted to do something special for him. A friend of mine told me how cool the 3D ultrasounds are. We weren't planning on getting one, but I thought it would be a good present for Ricky. I surprised him, picked him up for lunch and took him to our 12 o clock appointment. We got to spend about 30 minutes watching little Coen. It was amazing. He's already so handsome! Ricky was glad he got to spend his birthday with his little boy. :)

We thought he had the Franco nose from the videos, but I think this picture looks a lot like his mama! The tech also kept talking about how perfect his lips are. Going to have to watch him with the baby girls!

This one is actually my favorite. If you look closely you can see his little face in the background. His legs are up around his head and yes those are his little boy parts. lol But look how adorable his little legs are. I just love him already!

The picture doesn't even do the cuteness justice. We got to see him actually yawn. Technology is incredible!

Happy Birthday Daddy Ricky. WE LOVE YOU!

Drum Roll Please

His name shall be.......

Coen Anthony Franco

Ricky suggested the name Coen, and it just kind of fit! 

We wanted something original, but not made up or too crazy. 

Something strong, not feminine, and easy to understand. 

Anthony is Ricky and his Dad's Middle name. 

Hope you like! 

and... Here is week 23 picture.

Favorite new pass time...

...staring at my baby, I mean belly

Little baby Franco is already so cute! I've not been feeling well the past few days so we've had some time to hang out. He's been moving so much lately! It's now my favorite to just sit here and watch him moving in my tummy. I can tell he's getting so big. The other day I was sitting at work and could feel him kicking my lower stomach then all the sudden I felt him much higher on the opposite side. I couldn't believe he reached that far. I guess it makes sense... he is the size of a carrot! lol

He's going to be here before we know it. 

Oh, and I think we decided on a name! 

Should we keep it a secret? :)

Growing...

Things have been crazy around the Franco house.

Good crazy.

WE'RE BUYING A HOUSE!

About a week ago we found out the bank accepted our offer. We were not expecting this for weeks, maybe even months. In fact, we didn't even know if we would get it. The property was a short sale however very close to being put up for auction, we were all a little skeptical. Luckily, it worked out and if all goes as planned we'll be closing at the end of March. 

I can't wait to decorate!

Between settling on a baby name and color schemes I can't seem to get a good night's sleep. 

Who needs sleep though, right? ;)

Here are a few photos...

Lovely Kitchen

Downstairs Living Room

Downstairs Office

Upstairs Entertainment Room

Also, this past Saturday I hit 20 WEEKS! Half way there. Here is the baby bump.

It's definitely getting bigger. People can tell I'm pregnant, not just getting fat! It's been fun. I get lots of belly looks. I suppose that part of the prego package. :)

Everything is growing.

My belly

Our little family.

Our relationship... 

I love my husband so much. I can't believe how great things have been. How can I not be happy when he makes me laugh daily? Sometimes I just can't believe the things that come out of his mouth, he's so much fun! He does dishes, laundry, takes out the trash, let's me have the covered parking spot and bonus- he's smokin hot!

We've also been growing spiritually. We can't believe all the blessing we've seen by making small changes and setting goals together.

So as great as everything has been, it's still very stressful. With the house closing so soon we had to find someone to take over our apartment. The guy we found needs a place in March. 

Luckly we have family! We'll be living with Ricky's sister Andrea for the next few weeks, till the house closes. If anyone is free Saturday we will welcome any moving help. :)