Family Pics

 

Aren't we cute?

couldn't wait...

After Rachel and Paul left we decided to go ahead and put together the crib. I am so relieved to have that checked off my list!!

Serve Jackson Day

Forgot to mention the most important thing I did all weekend. I did a mission trip with Pinelake at Mission First in downtown Jackson. Often at church they tell us we don't have to go to Africa to make a difference in the world, that we can simply head into downtown Jackson. So I finally did. I boarded a school bus on Saturday morning at 8:00 and rode downtown to a little neighborhood undergoing massive renovation. We arrived at Mission First and they gave us an overview of where they were 10 years ago and what life is like today. I must tell you--change is good--thanks be to God! We then split up into groups to work on different projects for the day. I underestimated my ability to work. Being 7 weeks away from delivery--I couldn't move furniture, mow grass, work with the demo crew etc. I was initially pretty upset and felt useless. They sent me and another pregnant lady (our new Clinton campus pastor's wife) to help with the community garage sale. we spent the day organizing items, pricing, selling, and bagging, and talking.

Here is am bagging up items.
It felt good to hear the stories of what it "used" to be like in the neighborhood and what a change it was now. I still probably wouldn't go by myself at night to this neighborhood but it was progress for the community anyway. They appreciated the volunteers incredibly and weren't shy to say thank you. It doesn't take much to make a difference in someone's life. You just have to make the decision to do it.

http://transformationinmotion.blogspot.com/a> (mission first blog)


http://www.missionfirst.org/templates/System/default.asp?id=1366 (website)

More Progress

Jake's room is close to being finished painting! Thanks Rachel and Paul! They painted Saturday and today.






I can actually see the light at the end of the tunnel. We put the bassinet back together last night. We had to get it out of the attic. We had no idea we'd need it so soon!! We picked up the crib yesterday afternoon and as soon as the room is dry we can put that together!! YEAH!!

We had "helping hands" at church today. It never fails that either Brooks or Carter is sick every time it is our turn!! Carter wouldn't eat last night (we went to Cock of the Walk with Rachel and Paul.) Then this morning he threw all his food on the floor (not that unusual) but then he started throwing up. Fever came on a little after that, but he seems to be feeling better. I decided to clean since he was napping alot today and realized that my house was disgusting. I seriously might need a maid. I just can't keep it clean. After cleaning literally for like 6 hours, I decided to shower and finish reading New Moon (2nd book in Twilight series)Carter woke up and Brooks brought him to me (since he was actually letting us hold him and cuddle--I took advantage!)Twenty minutes later I finished my book and was ready to get up. But I couldn't. I felt like I had worked out really hard and it was the next morning. All that from cleaning...told you my house was dirty...

Weekly Dr. Appointment

I love/dread going to the Dr. every week. I love it because I have a sonogram every week and I get to see Jake. Knowing he is doing great eases my mind. I dread it because it takes so darn long. Today I arrived at 3:00 and finally got to leave around 4:45. During my appointment, I took the opportunity to read New Moon, the second book in the Twilight series. It is such a great book/series--I am encouraging everyone to read it/them!! The Dr. was happy to report that Jake already weighs 3 lb. and 10-12 oz. Jake is almost 4 lbs!!! That is such good news since we are at risk to "not" grow! Go figure! At this rate he'll be bigger than Carter (carter was 6 lbs. 1 oz.)I have a little less than 8 weeks left and believe me it can't come soon enough!! Still tired...can't wait to not be tired...on that note..I'm going to bed!

Weekend in BR

We left for BR right after work Friday. Rachel and Paul rode with us. We had fun talking on the way down. We had mediterranean food for Rachel's b-day. Carter loved eating hummus! Our friends Chris and Cynthia got in from Little Rock around 10 with baby Alex.

Alex McCarty

Alex and Carter had fun playing.

My Dad, Carter, and Brooks before the game.
We had alot of family come and tailgate at mom and dad's house. We went shopping once the guys left for the game.

"Great" Aunt Laurie and Carter

We headed home Sunday morning. We stopped in McComb to visit Mimi and Paw Paw.

They took us to lunch. Carter enjoyed nuggets with sweet and sour sauce. AND of course he had a frosty!
We continued our journey home but not before stopping at Sarah Kate's 1st birthday party. Carter had ice cream and cake and played a little while.

As soon as we got home, I crawled into bed completely exhausted! I wanted to get a head start on some sleep for another busy week!

Busy doesn't even begin to cover it...

I can't believe almost a month has past since I last updated. Yes, life is that busy! I had today off (Yeah right) I was at Doctor almost all day and have been running errands ever since. I made myself sit down and do this. So a quick summation of the past few weeks. Right after the baptism Carter got a horrible ear infection. He was up all night crying for a week and Dawn finally had to come stay so we could sleep..a little..We skipped the first MSU home game because we were exhausted. Another busy week at school flies by for me, then we head to Starkville to tailgate despite Brooks' constant throwing up. (he was sick, but determined to make it to the game) Carter got a tattoo to show his bulldog pride...


and he also got to see his cousin (the other Emily Jenkins)


Carter didn't make it to the game. He went to stay with his Aunt Rachel and I wish we would've left too considering the game's outcome. We drove back to Brandon way too late. We didn't get home til around 2 am and that is way past my usual 9:00. Sunday Brooks went to a wrestling match at the coliseum with friends so I took the opportunity to clean house. this is when I discovered Carter's fear of the vacuum cleaner. It was the cutest thing I've ever seen. When I came through the den headed to his room, he took off and hid behind the recliner. He crawled so quickly,then a tiny head pokes out to make sure the coast was clear. I doubled over laughing. I live for those moments! Carter is busy learning how to walk. He pushes his walker all over the house and I know it's just a matter of days before he will have the confidence to take off on his own.


Another week flies by at school. This weekend I decided to get moving on Jake's room. MamMaw and Papa Brooks bought Jake's furniture (Thank you so much!), so I know I needed to get busy finishing the paint. I have been perusing "rate my space" that my pal Lynsey suggested. I put 3 rooms I liked together and Rachel and Paul offered to come paint. Yeah! This is what it looks like so far. It's a work in progress...



(Aunt Rachel)

(Uncle Paul)

(Carter helping his uncle Paul)
Carter couldn't stand to not be in the room with them. They finished all they could do about the same time we had dinner plans with our small group from church. Everybody has kids and they had a good time playing. The little redhead is Avery and the other little boy is Ray. He and Carter are just a few weeks apart.

I passed my diabetes test at the Dr. today and Jake is growing just fine. I will be having weekly visits (ugh) for the next 8 weeks until he gets here. Can you believe Thanksgiving will be here that fast?? I wish life would just slow down...just a little...I enjoy it so much!