Dog Emergency

I thought we might be able to get away with just one major surgery per pet per year (Mosey rubber band surgery, Piper broken leg, now this)...but Piper proved us wrong....Monday morning she started throwing up, acting lethargic and very clinging so I took her in. They didn't find anything on the xrays so I got to take her home. That night she got worse and worse, she couldn't get comfortable and was extremely nauseous, dry heaving every half hour. Needless to say Dave wasn't home and I didn't sleep at all.

I took her in first thing in the morning and after a few more test they decided she was not getting better and she need to go to surgery to make sure nothing was stuck in her intestines.....Well sure enough there was something stuck, a couple sharp pieces of water bottle and string from a rope toy!!! (Dang Dollar Tree toys!)

Thankfully the doctors at Animal Care Clinic acted quickly because if we did not remove those objects she would have died. I couldn't handle another pet tragedy in this pregnancy. All is well now Pipe dog is recovering and my stress level is back down. Dave made it home for the surgery but had to leave the next day- he was concerned that with all my worry I might go into labor so he put me on "husband bed rest" - relax and do as little as possible until he comes home Saturday so this baby would stay put....so far so good.

I will post pics this weekend of the surgery and of the million dollar mutt.

3 Years

3 Years ago today Dave and I tied the knot! It has been an amazing 3 years- we have seen God's blessings and challenges. Our friendship and love has never been stronger and we have such a sweet adventure coming in the next week or so. This little boy is going to have one incredible daddy- I know because he is a wonderful husband- I love you Babe!

Daniel Seymour Benefit

Many of you know our neighbor Daniel has cancer and we were helping put on a benefit for him. The golf tournament and lunch was at Avila Beach Golf Resort this last weekend and it was totally successful. God blessed the day with amazing weather and he moved in peoples hearts to give generously- more than we could have hoped or imagined. Here are a few pics from the day....

Angelina and Daniel visiting with friends.Silent AuctionThe amazing original painting Dave and I bid on and won!!! It looks incredible in our living room above the fireplace.

Messina Seymour caught cupcake handed!

Now we need to pray that the chemo treatments are working and that God would heal him of the cancer....if he can part the waters of the Jordan he can certainly take this cancer away.

Me at 36 weeks (9 months)- Big Mama. This was actually last week...just lagging on the posts.

End of a Chapter

So-Wednesday was my official last day of work at Animal Care Clinic. I know my jobs are just changing but I truly had mixed feelings about leaving the people and career I have been at for 5 1/2 years. My body is tired and can't do 10 hr shifts anymore, but my mind was not convinced I wouldn't be board in a week. I do have tons to do to prepare for the arrival of our little boy, I'm sure boredom will not be an often occurrence and I am trying to enjoy the peace before our world is rocked. I will post about the last baby shower I had in Santa Paula soon....

Showers are so much fun!

My second shower was in beautiful Shell beach at the all too famous "Shell Shack" and was put together by some of my best friends- April, Katie, Lori and Jen. They truly know how to throw a par-tay! The jungle theme was perfect- I know I will probably have a pretty wild man. Here are some pics and a few of my favorite moments.

Presents, food and friends always a mix for a good time. (mmmm cheesecake my fav!)

Hand-made hooter hider...try and say that 3 times fast!

Auntie April with adorable style in clothes and presentation- Go Mustangs!

I was really happy to get the carseat- I've been told this is the only essential item (you can't take your baby home without it)

Chrisan and Nana- my experienced advice givers. PS-Nana won the "How big is the belly" string game...not really a suprise seeing as she knows me better than anyone.

We had to get the pregos to represent! Four out of 20 something people is a good turn out- that means 1/5th of the shower was pregnant! ha ha. We all feel so blessed to be carrying little ones- can't wait until they all get to play together. (also that is our 32 week picture-8 months)

First Baby Shower

My first baby shower so fun, yet strange at the same time...little tiny onesies for MY kid?! Pacifier, diapers, children's books and so much more- sometimes it is hard to imagine he will be here in 2 months! Here are a few highlights of the day....

Airplane carrot cake- so yummy!

Smelly diaper games- always a good time!

My favorite onesie so far- Dad will be so proud!

Who doesn't like bath toys?

Cake, games, presents and good friends- this mama and baby boy are so blessed!