The day before

Upon waiting baby Harry's arrival, Michael and I decided to have a date night to celebrate our last days of freedom. Little did we know our wish came true and baby Sawyer came the following day. Earlier in the day we decided to take a few maternity photos since we hadn't thus far. Here is a few that I played around with the editing.

Where is baby Sawyer?

Michael and I are so anxious for baby Sawyer's arrival we just can't stand it. I know the family is equally excited and ready for him to be here. On Tuesday Michael and I had our appointment with Dr. Cope and he reported I am dilated to 3 cm and already 70% effaced. So right now it is just a waiting game. The other good news Dr. Cope reported was that since my body has done a lot of work already he feels labor will go relatively quickly. I am definitely thankful for that! I just pray that the family is able to make it on time, but other than that he is welcome to come just as they get settled. My actual due date is not until January 10th, but the bets are out that he will come a little early. Not as early as most predicted, but come on guys if you really know me, you know that the chances of this baby coming early or on time are pretty slim to none. Lets just hope that Sawyer has his father's since of time.
We love everybody and will update you as soon as he arrives, in the mean time, continue to keep us in your prayers.

Here are a few 38 week photos to enjoy.



I must of heard something funny.

We wish you a Merry Christmas, we wish you a Merry Christmas, we wish you a Merry Christmas.....

That's right this year we continued our tradition and celebrated Christmas on three different occasions. We had Christmas at our house this year since we didn't know when Sawyer's arrival was going to take place and we thought it would be the best idea to be as close to the hospital as possible. The following day, we drove down to Uncle Johnny's cabin to celebrate the Hooks family Christmas and December 27th we celebrated the Rhodes family Christmas at GranGran and GranDaddy's. We had such a great time getting to see everyone and being able to spend a little time to catch up. We are looking forward to next year when we will have Sawyer to enjoy in the fun.
Christmas at Ashley and Michael's

GranGran, Ashley and GranDaddy

Don

Sassy, Momma D and Nanoo

Betty

Michael showing off his daddy diaper bag and the tongs used to dispose of dirty diapers.

Vickie is very excited with her new color changing pen set that has a clock, temperature gauge and calendar.


Hooks family Christmas

Vickie, Shannon, Michael, Ashley (Sawyer), Pappa and Sassy

Uncle Johnny, Sassy, Uncle Robin and Nanoo

Jim, Sara, Johnathan, Uncle Robin, Aunt Sandra, LuLu and Pokie

Garrett, Aunt Marilyn, Uncle Johnny, Tim, Tara, Savanah, Brittany and Carter


Rhodes family Christmas

Aunt Shannon and Ashley

Sassy, GranGran and GranDaddy

Kristen, Clayton and Uncle Wayne- Congratulations Kristen and Clayton on your engagement we are all so happy for the two of you.

Pappa, Michael and Vickie

Greenwood baby shower

December 13th was the date for the baby shower in Greenwood. Thank you to the many hostess that made it a success- Ashley, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Brown, Janet, Holly, Angela, MaryAnn, Nicole, Story and Mrs. Rush. It was absolutely fabulous, definitely full of food, fellowship and fun. It is so much fun having baby Sawyer around the holidays and being able to see Ashley's gorgeous new home decorated for Christmas.

One thing my showers were not short of was delicious food.


Gifts

Guest


Mrs. MaryAnn telling the Saint Giraurd story

My best friends from high school

All of Sawyer's too cute gifts!

Bible study shower

The second shower on December 9th was hosted by my bible study. Thanks to Jennifer for hosting at your beautiful house and Jenny for helping out with the food. Everything was fabulous and I am so greatful to have you ladies in my life.
Jennifer, Ashley and Jenny

More yummy food. I was so full from the first shower I wasn't that hungry for the second. O.K. if I am being honest, I probably ate about 6 (or 7) of those delicious sausage stars and two pieces of cake.

Fabuolous guest




Sawyer's sweet gifts