Exams, excuses. etc.

New Baby!!

First of all, a big congratulations for Lisa and Nathan on the birth of Sadie Jane! Here is a cute picture of her at home- I can't wait to meet her!



First Excuse

It's been awhile since I've posted. My excuses? Well, I finally got a date to write my NCLEX (nursing exam). This is the last step in my pursuit of my nursing license in the States. So, I'll write my exam in the beginning of April and my excuse is that I'm now busy studying. Not that I am always busy studying, but it's easier to justify reading other people's blog while I eat breakfast than taking time to write in my blog.

Second Excuse

My second excuse is that we had some visitors last week stay with us. My friend, Sarah from university, and her husband and little girl. Looking back at my pictures that I took while they were here, I noticed that I didn't get one of Sarah, but all of the pictures have Lily in them!
We went to Southamptom for lunch one day and walked around the town. Sarah and I got immense pressure from one boutique to buy some "couture" baby clothing, which consists of baby clothes that cost way more than I would even spend on clothes for myself. We broke out of the store once we got a chance!


Here's a picture of Lily at bathtime.



We also ventured into New York on Friday, which is the day when we had a whole bunch of snow! I think it was one of the worst days that we have had this winter. But, we made it into Manhatten, popped up from the subway into Times Square, look at the Empire State Building, had a long lunch in a great Italian restaurant and took a long coffee break in Starbucks. It wasn't the best weather to see New York in, but Luc, Sarah and Lily were real troupers!

Third Excuse

I made my first baby blanket. It didn't turn out perfect, but I think it looks pretty good from far away! Here's a picture of it. (There are a few bunnies on it, just in time for Easter).



So, that's what I've been up to. We are getting more visitors next week, so there may be another break in my blogging, but after, I will post all of our adventures. My mom wants me to post a picture of me, showing off the pregnant belly. I haven't taken a great picture yet, but I'll post a pic soon. If you need a dose of adventure, check out Marc and Kylie's blog (link is on the right hand side). They have just moved to Kenya and they have been so good about writing about all their new experiences and new adventures! Enjoy.

The Passport

I have recently sent Jason's passport to Canada because it will expire soon. I had to send it to Jason's mom first. I decided to be wise and send it registered. Well, that decision resulted in a lot of stress. The passport package went missing for THREE WEEKS. Canada Post, USPS, nobody could tell me where the passport was. Finally, it showed up in Vancouver! I have a theory that this passport has done some travellin' around the world on it's own.

Ah, Ryan Smyth. Jason and I have been enjoying the recent addition to the Islanders' team. Jason received many unhappy emails from Edmontonian friends upset with the Oilers' loss. But, we have been encouraged by Ryan's arrival as the Islanders may now have a chance at the Playoffs. We got tickets for a game at the end of March- can't wait.

It's a baby!

Well, I know my sister-in-law has been waiting for me to blog this... we have a baby on the way! That's right, Jason and I are expecting to have a bundle of joy arrive on our doorstep in July. I had an ultrasound on Wednesday and I thought I would introduce you to our future family member by showing you a picture of him/her.



I'm a little partial, but I think he/she looks pretty cute. We aren't finding out the sex of the baby, so I think I'm going to have to figure out what I'm going to call "it" while it's in utero.
'He/she' is a bit of a pain to use constantly. Any suggestions?