Piper turns 2 (11/10)

 

We had a good day!

Piper and I woke up beside each other and I said "piper!! It's your birthday!" she said Yay!! And rolled out of bed running to Paul in the kitchen! Paul made us a big birthday breakfast of fresh apple oatmeal, sausage, and eggs! YUM! Piper ate it up! We then sat together and read and then she got a call from cousin carter who sung her Happy Birthday! So sweet!

It was a sweet day just to focus on her and give her some undivided attention.  It's hard on a momma's heart to have to divide my attention between the both of them-

 

My father, Piper's big daddy was in Haiti repairing wells during this time and made a special call to her from there.  It was so sweet to for him to call her.  

 

She took a nap so I could clean and cook her some cupcakes!  We had a few close family members over for dinner and  cupcakes.  It was a very special day spent together with those we love.  I'm very thankful for her and the joy she has brought to my life.  My heart is full.

Hubs 27th-July 29th

It was an ordinary day- which I guess is easy for me to say because it wasn't my birthday.. But it did strike me a little odd when I thought of his age.. 27.. I thought.. How old.. 

I remembered back to highschool- how my dad didn't like me dating older boys..he always gave me this weird look when I would say he's just 2 years older... I know now that that look wasn't much about his age...

And now somehow I'm married and to a 27 year old.. How did I get old enough to be married to a 27 year old.. ???

Time sure does fly(I mean I'm turning a quarter century myself next month)- I realize it more with every breathe..
And birthdays become less and less significant the older you get... But it was a good day if all it did was make me realize how old were all getting and how I shouldn't waste a single second! 

Happy birthday babe-seems so cliche but I truly feel I grow more and more in love with you everyday. Thanks for all you do to keep our family thriving. I appreciate how hard you work for me and P. I admire your drive and enthusiasm in all that you do.. I so enjoy getting to go thru this short life with you. Even if you are an old man :) 

Much love,

Rachel

Happy Birthday Momma-

Today marks my mother's 57th birthday..but she doesn't look a day over 35 :)

Birthday Party!

We had Piper's First birthday party today! It was so great to see family that love and support her come out and enjoy this precious time with her! It's such a sweet time to celebrate life! We all had a great time.

Here's some of the fun we had:

A special thanks to family that drove great distances to be with us today.  I know she will look back at these pictures one day and feel truly loved.

xoxo

Happy Birthday Darling, It's your Birthday!

Piper is 1 today!

We're having a little party Saturday but we couldn't let today get by without her having just a little something sweet!

 

....the last of the brownie cupcake

Dear P:

You've brought so much joy to me this year little girl, You've made me laugh when no one could, you've brought tears of joy to my eyes when I felt like cold stone.  You make me enjoy life in a whole new way.  I love you so much, Sweet P.

Love, Momma

In case you were wondering: Piper's Birthday Wishlist

Piper's birthday is TOMORROW! I can't believe one year ago today I was headed to the hospital to have our first baby! My how life is so much different from then.  She has brought so much joy to my life this first year! Here are some things on her birthday wish list!

Safety 1st Alpha Omega Elite Convertible Car Seat - Nitron

Buy here

 

 

Toys- she especially loves these :)

KidKraft Pastel Coffee Set

Buy here

 

Plush sewing machine

Buy here

Trainer Toothpaste

 

available at CVS, Walgreens, etc.

 

Space Saver Highchair-

Buy here

Toddler bed

Buy here

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birthday celebration

I had a wonderful birthday this past Thursday...Thanks to all who remembered with calls and texts..It was a good day.

My sweet husband took me to Olive Garden...delicious!
I also got lots of sweet gifts...

Here's a few...

sweet compost bucket...


Sweater from my sweet sis-in-law Amy

also I got a target gift card and a sweet bag with an owl on it, handmade by Anna!!

My grandmother also crocheted me a very awesome blanket.. I've used it everyday I've had it! I love it! and she made it just for me!!

I love Birthdays! Thank you all!!!

oh and my friend Rachel has left me for Chile!!! This is at her going away party...I MISS YOU!
im sporting the beached whale look...

longest post ever

Please forgive my lack of postings...farm like is busy busy-

Here's what we've been doing for the past several weeks...

On July 25th our friends Austin and Lauren got married-


us at the wedding..I look tired...24 weeks pregnant here..

me and the bride..and Paul

my best friend.

kelly emily racheal and me at the wedding reception at AJ's on the lake...so fun!


July 31st-August 2 we went to Baton Rouge for the weekend to see my parents. My sister and soon to be cousin-in-law Sarah also did the Rocket Chix Triathlon in Baton Rouge that weekend.


Paul and my brother-in-law Brooks tearing down an old gazebo in my parents backyard. Boards were flying everywhere so they put on helmets..



My dear husband Paul celebrated his 25th Birthday on July 29th...Me, Paul, and a few friends went down to the Okatoma River to canoe for the day for his birthday. Unfortunately, I have no pictures...I didn't bring my camera for fear of getting wet but we had a great time. I am so honored to be able to share my life with this man...we celebrated a few days later at my parents house with a HAMBURGER CAKE! it was chocolate and very yummy!




August 6th-9th We went on vacation with the whole Purser clan! We stayed in Pass Christian at a beach house, and although I never got to the beach (due to it being the Mississippi Gulf Coast and the water being contaminated..eww) I had a wonderful time!!
Here's some pictures-

main living room in the house


Our bed in the Writer's Cottage (a separate little house with bedroom and bath)

Anna


Georgia Greer

Paul taking a break from playing with his nephews

26 weeks here...




On August 10th-my dear grandfather passed away at the age of 87. We were in Starkville last week for the funeral. It was a good time to see family and to comfort and be comforted. He had been suffering for a long time. The Fesmire's came and supported the Wilson side of the family. Thanks to all who made the trip, It meant so much to us. Ya'll are a special family. One of the coolest things though, was that the gospel was shared at the funeral..I pray that the people who attended were receptive to the message shared. I was encouraged that week by a verse in Eccesiasties that says: It is better to go to a house of mourning than to go to a house of feasting, because that is the end of every man, and the living take it to heart. (7:2)
It was a reminder that life is fleeting and that we should be sharing the gospel with everyone we meet. Everyone is going somewhere...

This was after the funeral at my grandparents house
Between 26-27 weeks pregnant


On Monday, Paul started his 5th year of architecture school! Please be praying for him for strength. With Piper coming and him working on his thesis, pray that the Lord will provide strength to sustain him. He works so hard!

Tomorrow I'll be 28 weeks pregnant! woo hoo Third Trimester!
Piper is growing! Measuring 14.8 inches long, she weighs 2 1/4 lbs. She will continue to gain body fat in the coming weeks to prepare her for life outside of your womb.
Her eyes continue to develop this week and her brain is developing millions of neurons. The hair on her head continues to grow. Muscle tone in her body steadily develops, and even though her lungs are now capable of breathing air, it would be difficult for her if she were born now.

I'm feeling very heavy. My back hurts almost unbearably! And sleeping is no fun at all..when I get sleep..But I would endure anything for this little blessing.

Some things I'm craving:
-Cold little things (fruit cut up into bite size pieces, grapes, ice)
-Apple juice!
-peanut M&M's!!