Having one of those " pregnancy" moments

So, Its a Saturday night at 11:08pm... Alexa is Fast asleep, all tucked in her big girl bed and I'm sitting here going through her baby pictures being an emotional pregnant mom (l0l) From the second we found out I was pregnant with alexa, we were SO VERY EXCITED but also VERY NERVOUS !! As being 6 months into our new, little did we know life changing relationship together .. we were about to bring in a child into this world, yet not just any child.. OUR child, and not just our child but OUR LITTLE GIRL.  I remember it just like it was yesterday finding out we were pregnant..

Alexa Nichole Young

We would go into every ultrasound with huge smiles on our faces and walk out with even bigger smiles with tears of joy. Each time we went in, it made it even more real that in a matter of months we would be holding our little girl that we made together, which just made her even more perfect <3 

to then welcoming her into the world...

January 8, 2012

7lbs 2oz

4:15pm

One of the many life changing events Blake and I will never forget !! I remember being in the surgical room with curtains all around ( I had a C-section ), laying there not being able to see anything but the expressions on my husbands face. To hearing her very first cry and looking up at Blake to see his face, and it was a one in a million kinda looks. A look that no one would ever understand until they have their moment with their husband or wife. But at that moment looking at Blake, and hearing the tiny little cries coming from Alexa...Blake and I caught each others eyes and started crying with huge smiles on our face ! Feeling relief knowing that she was healthy and that everything had gone smooth.

 To then blinking and Alexa turning 1 years old !

This day was another life changing event for us !! I remember sitting in bed with blake the night before, reminiscing from the day she was born and bringing her home in the snow storm to that same day, but a year later. We were laughing and crying with each other over all the things she had learned and all the things we had taught her as parents. It was one of those nights to remember that turned into a day we will never forget !!

Being able to watch her grow into this Beautiful, Smart, Happy, Friendly, Outgoing little girl has been one of the best gifts any couple could ever be blessed with.
I still can't believe that she will be 2 in 4 months.

Which when that time comes we will also have a 2 month old little boy <3 

Bryson Alan Young. 

Which we are anxiously awaiting to meet come November 12, 2012
And go through all the joys we went though/ and still experiencing with Alexa

 Alexa as well is very excited !! She is always talking to Bryson, kissing my belly, and saying " Hi" to him. Its by far the sweetest thing I have ever seen !! 

But in the end of my little pregnancy moment, words can't even begin to describe how Blessed I have became, ever since Blake and I met, since Alexa was born, and since we found out we were expecting our second miracle. I believe that we have a very Happy, Healthy, and Strong growing family, with two children who carry my heart. 

I love you Blake, Alexa, and Bryson 

-Always & Forever Young <3

6 months pregnant, 3 more to go !!!!!

In the last stretch of yet another amazing pregnancy,  with only 3 more months left until we introduce Bryson Alan young into this world, Which we are still in shock on how FAST time is flying ! 6 months ago when we had just found out, we were unpacking boxes and trying to settled into our new 3 bedroom  house. Oddly I remember when the realtor was showing us the house for the first time she had said as unlocking the front door " Are you the couple who is expecting another bundle of joy ? " Blake and I looked at each other, and quickly said " NO !!  not anytime soon" and laughed. Guess we should have taken that as a sign that 1. this was the house for us, which living here 6 months later it MOST definitely is !! and 2. that the second bedroom was not going to be Blakes sports room but a baby boy's nursery, which he is still set that it will be a sports room, just in a nursery theme... NOT !!! ( l0l) But, as we get closer and closer we are getting more excited and nervous, that In 3 months we will be living the life with 2 kids under 3...EEK !! 

Bryson,

 Words can not describe how excited we are to bring you into this world ! We can not wait to meet you and introduce you to your BIG sister Alexa <3 Only 3 more months left and we will be holding you in our arms and filling your life with happiness and love ! Daddy is VERY excited to meet you as well, he is constantly telling you how he wants to get you a golf set so you guys can play golf together every weekend ( l0l ) he also can not wait to come home so he can feel and see you move around in my belly. Your big sister Alexa, which you are probably VERY accustomed to her sweet little voice. Is so excited to meet you as well ! She is constantly kissing , hugging, and saying hello to you ! as well as the occasional roughness you may feel, as she jumps around like a jumping bean on the couch, the bed, and her room. But in the end, she is a very happy, hyper, loving girl who is excited to teach you everything she knows and then some <3

About Your Pregnancy  Is this your first pregnancy?: No, we have a 18 almost 19month old little girl Alexa <3 When did you find out you were pregnant?: While we were unpacking boxes to our new home Was it planned?: No, but its a BLESSING How long did it take you to get preggo?: 1 yr and 2 months ( after Alexa had turned 1 in Jan ) What was your first reaction?: SHOCKED ! Who was with you when you found out?: Blake, who proceeded to say I drew on the second line on the pregnancy test, as a practical joke.. Not so much honey l0l Who was the first person you told?: My sister in law How did your parents react?: Excited ! How far along are you?: 6 months and 1 week What was your first symptom?: never had any What is your due date?: November 12th, 2012 What do you predict the baby will be, and why?: From day 1 I had a feeling it was a boy, I had my mind set, and sure enough....it is !!! Have you picked out a name or names?: Bryson Alan Young How much weight have you gained?: 19lbs Have you heard the heartbeat?: oh yes !! Home or hospital birth?: Hospital !! Natural or medicated birth?: which ever is meant to happen, we are wanting a VBAC, but we will be going however we need to go. Who will be in the delivery room with you?: Blake Will you breastfeed?: Keeping fingers crossed !! Do you think you'll need a c-section?: Hope not but if need be, then need be. Will you cry when you hold the baby for the first time?: oh yes !! What's the first thing you might say to him/her?: " hey, bryson !! " Would you let someone videotape the birth?: If we can, ABSOLUTELY ! Are you excited about the birth, or scared?: both, considering, I had a c-section with our daughter, and I am wanting a VBAC ( Vaginal Birth After Cesarian ) Do you plan on having more babies? uhhh... NOT ANYTIME SOON !! we already have a beautiful daughter who will be 22 months old when Bryson comes into the world <3

- Always & Forever Young <3

22 1/2 weeks pregnant !!!

Wow is time flying by, I am 22 1/2 weeks pregnant with 18 more to go 

we are having the first boy on both sides !! 

Bryson Alan Young

Total weight gain: 14 lbs

Maternity clothes: yes !

Stretch marks? Some from last pregnancy, but no new ones 

Sleep: Getting much better !!

Miss anything? being able to go ALL day without needing a nap

Movement: Ohhh yesss !!!

Food cravings: EVERYTHING 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nope, I have been very blessed with both pregnancies to not have to deal with that

Gender: BOY !!! We are having the first boy on both sides of the family: Bryson Alan Young <3

Labor signs: Not yet, we have 18 more weeks

Symptoms: Back hurting, emotional, tired.. the regular

Belly button in or out? Out l0l its never been the same since our daughter

Wedding rings on or off? On

Happy or moody most of the time: Yes and no

Looking forward to: Our baby shower, to enjoy this blessing with friends and family ! as well as holding our SON !!

Bryson, 

You already are a very loved little boy ! and we can't wait to hold you in our arms and introduce you to everyone !! Your big sister is constantly kissing my belly and saying hi to you, daddy is ALWAYS rubbing my belly and talking to you, and me ( mommy ) well I'm loving EVERY SECOND feeling you kicking, rolling, and just simply being pregnant with you just like I was with your sister ! 

- Always & Forever Young <3

Palm Beach Shores, FL

Lately this month we have spent A LOT of time in sunny Florida :)  

Definitely NOT complaining  !!

But, This week we are spending it in our timeshare @ Palm Beach Shores, FL for the 2nd year !!!

Day 1:

Already asleep on the beach <3

( more pictures of this day to come)

Day 2:

Making a pile of shells to add to her rock collection

Pictures

Of

Our Breath Taking

View of the beach <3

Day 3:

Playing in the kids section, which is a daily thing but this day was ALL about Alexa <3

Day 4:

Today Alexa started her day by doing some independent reading while we got everything ready for the beach.. she doesn't know I have this picture :)

 5 1/2 months Pregnant with our first boy on both sides of the family <3

Bryson Alan Young 

Yummy Strawberry <3

 They spotted a Airplane !!

Day 4 also included dinner on the water and Alexa's first boat ride !!

As you can see she loved EVERY second of this boat ride <3

Day 5:
RELAXATION and playing with mommy's make up due to thunderstorms all day 

She Loves her books, we couldn't be any happier !

Day 6:

Was ALL about her chicken nuggets l0l

 As you can see she was VERY excited for her chicken nuggets, and loved EVERY second of every bite, that she had to show us <3

Oh and Falling asleep on the beach too !!

Day 7:

On our last day of Vacation, we decided to have a family day of golf ! 

Alexa even enjoyed it to the point where she was making hole in ones and helping her daddy make the right putt.

Drive home:
We were sad to leave but excited to get back home to all our toys, friends and family.

On our way home, Alexa dug for gold

 Said cheese !!!!!

dug for more gold

 Stuck her tongue out !

Ate her toes

 Made fart noises

 Laughed at daddy<3

Took pictures of herself <3 <3

Had some root beer for the first time

 Rode with ALL the windows down on 85 ( lmao.. daddy though it was funny )

had a toe buffet 

And read some more books <3

Our second year of exploring the fun of having a timeshare has been simply amazing !! its literally like home away from home. Each year we seem to have the opportunity to see something breath taking. Last year we saw baby sea turtles hatching on the beach, while on an early morning walk. This year while snorkeling in waist deep water on the beach, Blake and I spotted a school of baby squid ( unfortunately we couldn't take pictures due to not having a water proof camera )

Last year  2011 @ Palm Beach Shores, FL

 Last time this year Alexa was just turning 6 months old, as well as this is where she learned to crawl !! As well as this was her VERY 1st time sticking her hands & toes in sand at the beach <3

This year 2012 @ Palm Beach Shores, FL
Now this time around she is walking, talking, swimming with her arm floats, playing in the kids section, Running along the edge of the waves at the beach and simply enjoying HER part of vacation :)

Crazy to think that from 6 months - 18 months she has changed THIS much !

-Always & Forever Young <3