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The Gowan Three

The Gowan Three

Monday, May 20, 2013

Last week...

I wanted to update last week, but never got a chance to, so I'm recapping the events of what happened last week:

Caleb and I never took down our Christmas wreath, so it became the perfect place for a bird to build its nest! 

Hatched! 

The birds are growin'! 

This shot took us 25 minutes to capture. The nest is right on our front door, so if we come near it, the mom and dad don't want to feed their babes. So, Caleb hid in the closet right by the door for 25 minutes to capture this special moment. The daddy bird, a red robin, feeding his babies! 

Nat Geo in action.

The mom came and joined the festivities...what an awesome shot! 

Family picture! 

We had a potluck at my bible study (our last one!), so I decided to try a new recipe I found on Pinterest called Banana Pudding Poke Cake. 

Ta-Da! It was delicious, but Caleb suggested that I add real bananas to one of the layers next time I make it! 

We went to the potluck and they surprised me with a baby shower! My small group is the best =)

One of my friends made me a diaper cake! 

Opening presents...the best part of the party! 


Caleb got a special present from our friends. It's called the daddy tool belt which has all the essentials he needs for a baby...
...including goggles and a surgeon's mask for when he changes the diaper! haha!

Soon to be mom and dad! 

My lovely ladies who I will miss so much.

Me and the boys! 

We are excited to announce....
We are OFFICIAL HOME OWNERS! We closed last Friday and we are super excited to move in. The movers come THIS Thursday and Friday to pack and move our stuff. I'll be heading to CA on the 27th...can't believe it's so soon! 

And finally... my 14 week progression. Baby Gowan is the size of a lemon in this picture and  mom's bump is getting bigger! This last Friday was my last doctor's appointment here in North Carolina. I heard the baby's heartbeat, which was 144 beats per minute. The doctor had trouble getting the baby to stay still to hear the heartbeat, so that was pretty cool to hear how active the baby is inside my tummy. Baby Gowan kept moving around! I've gained 2 pounds since my last doctor's appointment and have gained 5 pounds overall. I'm feeling pretty good for the most part, but still get waves of nauseous at night. It's been quite the journey so far, but I'm glad that I'm finally able to eat and cook again without feeling so sick. Thanks again for all your continued prayers for me and our baby! 

Love you all! 

XOXO

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

It's been awhile...

Wow! I can't believe how long it's been since I have updated. I can't believe how much has happened since the last time I posted!

To get things started, I want to post some pictures of Josh and Abi's wedding that we went to this past weekend. It was great meeting their families and it was a wonderful wedding celebration. The only thing that was disappointing was the weather. They had planned for an outdoor wedding overlooking the river, but the winds were too gusty and it started raining the day of, so they had to move the wedding ceremony indoors.

I was honored to be one of her bridesmaids! 

Abi's sister and her daughter, the adorable flower girl! 

The blushing bride with her niece 

Me and the stunning bride! 

My love

Caleb and Joshua 

Presenting Mr. and Mrs. Woods

They had a choreographed salsa dance as their first dance. It was awesome =) 

Me with Haley, another bridesmaid

Joshua having fun getting the garter! 

This month is going to be a crazy month for us. I will be moving back to San Diego on May 27th and Caleb will be driving across country with Angel on June 3rd. We have decided to find Titus a home with a family here in North Carolina because it has been very hard for me to take care of two dogs, especially dealing with this pregnancy and the morning sickness. Because Caleb will be deploying right before the baby comes, we agreed that it is best for us to find him a home where he can get the attention and exercise he needs. Please pray that a family will adopt him! Caleb has grown so attached to him, so it is very hard for him to let him go so he wants to make sure that we give him to a good family. We are waiting for an answer from one of our friends from church, so we are crossing our fingers they will take him! 

As for this mama, I am officially in my SECOND TRIMESTER! I am 13 weeks, and baby Gowan is as big as a medium shrimp! Caleb and I went to a class today called Belly Basics (from 8:30-3:30!), and they gave us a lot of helpful information about the pregnancy. We're going to try to go to a couple more classes before we move. Here is my 13 week progression! 


The bump is a growin'! It's crazy to see how my body is changing and responding to this pregnancy. I am feeling better this week, still a little nauseous at night, but not as bad as I was during the weeks 7-12! Thank you all for your prayers and love and support. It means so much to me to know that both me and the little babe are covered with prayer. 

We are so close to closing on our house in Oceanside. Just waiting on the termite clearance from the sellers, which should be cleared by the end of this week! SO many changes, and feeling so blessed. 

Love you all.