What a month! I don't remember a December going by as fast as this one did. It seemed like the moment we got our tree, lights on the house, stockings hung, and decorations put up, I was putting them all away. So sad to see it end. This Christmas was more exciting for Lucas. He loved Santa Clause, reindeer, snowmen, Christmas trees, and lights. When asked to say Merry Christmas, Lucas would say, "Merry Christmas Tree" every time. So stinkin' cute. He enjoyed opening up the presents, but I think it was a little overwhelming with all the new toys to play with. Still, it was super fun to experience Christmas through his eyes.

My Dad "officially" moved to Walla Walla, WA. He still comes back to Baker City to tend to his house that is for sale. Hopefully after this winter, he will sell it and really get to settle into his new home. As of now he is staying in a hotel until he can find a rental. Riley has been staying with us since Thanksgiving while he is transitioning over there. I think Riley will really be glad to get away from the toddler, but Lucas will be sad to see her leave. He absolutely loves her.

Kim is moving in two weeks to California. I am really bummed that she is leaving, but excited for her and her new adventures. She has been an enormous help with Lucas and I don't know what I am going to do without her here. Lucas is really going to miss his Aunt Kim too. She won't be back until the baby is born in May. It will be the longest we have gone without seeing each other. I guess it will be back to talking on the phone twice a day:)

Lucas and Grandpa
Grandpa, Aunt Kim, and Lucas

Christmas breakfast with the family
Lucas playing outside with Grandpa and Riley
The pregnancy has been going great. I really noticed a change in my belly around week 19. It seemed I all of sudden popped out. I felt the baby move at 17 weeks and Kevin and Kim got to feel him move on Christmas Eve. This is one of the many things I love about being pregnant. I have been doing my progesterone shots for four weeks now and so far no side effects. I have a good feeling that I will be able to bake this baby until he is term this time.

I have been asked to join Harmony Doulas. I am super excited about this and I already have my first client! January is going to be a busy month, as I am on call for this birth and back up for two others. I am hoping to do as much doula work as my body will let me before May. After that I will be taking a break until baby #2 is at least 4 months old. So excited for all the new babies to come!!

Speaking of baby #2.....this is what we will be calling him because Kevin and I can't agree on boys' names. So, if anyone has any strong masculine name suggestions....we are all ears!
20 week belly

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