Swimming!

I just had to put these pictures on from earlier today. Emma always loves to be outside so today I had already decided to pick her up and go home and wash the car with her. I'd get her big pool out and let her play while I washed. It was the best thing we could have done. The weather was perfect even if the car didn't get very clean. However, my favorite part was watching her run around in her takini that is now too small for her tummy, shoes that are still 2 sizes too big, and the odd hat she found lying around! What could be cuter?!

Daddy of the Year

One of my favorite things about being a mom is actually watching my hubby being a dad. He is so cute with Emma and just loves to spend time with her. While we were in Utah last month for my high school reunion, Cale took Emma to Hogle Zoo while I went to a girls only luncheon.



The weather started out so cold and nasty but quickly warmed up and as you can see Emma had tons of fun. She loved the giraffes and so her daddy bought her a stuffed one. They had a totally unhealthy lunch and loved every minute of the day! I am also proud of Cale for getting some awesome pictures on top of being a single daddy for the day! It was hard to just pick the few that I did!

Announcing....!

We are excited to announce the estimated arrival of Baby Girl Allen on January 22, 2010!! We are currently 21 weeks along and the countdown is on. Emma seems to understand a little as she loves to kiss my tummy and say baby....However, she also likes to kiss Cale's tummy and say baby! We have been waiting to announce this baby until we knew what we were having and now that we know it's a girl we can also finally start decorating Emma's very plain, white walled, room! Bring on the purple!

Everything seems to be going well with the baby. I have enjoyed another semi-easy pregnancy in that I don't get real sick or throw up. However, I do have to watch what I eat to avoid heartburn and gallbladder pain.

We were hoping to include the video of our ultrasound showing her little face and waving arms but it doesn't seem to be the correct format so I'll keep trying. Sorry for now. And yes, we were pregnant at the high school reunion, the family visit to Texas, and when Brett and Brittany stayed with us a few weeks ago! Surprise to you all!