A day out together

This past weekend has been a difficult time for us as a family but the Lord has really given us some amazing strength. My d and C procedure went very well. I have had no cramping until today. Kyle took a few days off to take care of me. He truly is an amazing husband. He did every thing he could for me during his time off. He cook, cleaned and took care of Allison, what a great man. Although I am still recovering from the D and C I asked kyle to get me out of the house. It was wearing on my emotions and I wanted some fresh air. We decided to go to Seattle and pick up some wood for our new floors so Kyle can put the finishing touch on them. We then ended up at Ivorsfor lunch. It was great because we watched everyone feed the seagulls. Down here in Seattle it is welcomed to feed them. You would think they would get tired of eating but they kept eating and eating and eating. Allison loved watching it. We decided then we would go to the aquarium since we could sit here and have fun. After lunch we headed out to feed them ourselves. Allison had so much fun doing it. IT was hard to leave because she wanted to keep feeding them. We then surprised her with a ride on the carousal. The lady was nice enough to let us go for a second time but I think that was a mistake for Kyle and I. Our food did not sit well the rest of the day. We are getting so old. Allison had fun though. IT was nice to get out though. Today I am sitting home because I have had some intense cramping. I took Allison to the library and we have just sat around and read books most of the day. I'm glad its not too sunny outside.

A week ago

Hello

I just wanted to say thank you for all your prayers. I know that the Lord is with us during this difficult time. I was able to share with some of you what was going on but the others I have not. This past week I went in for my first pregnancy check up. They decided to take an ultra sound so the next day I went in and they saw no embroy in the sack, this is called a Blighted Ovum also known as (false pregnancy). This is very common in woman. Anyways, I have been waiting to go back and today that is what I did. I can no longer emotionally carry this inside me. It was hard enough to hold on another week to see if I would miscarry so I am thankful that this morning I started to spot. I knew this would come soon and the Lord has helping me through it. I am so grateful for His strength and all the support we have received from loved ones. As of tomorrow though I have decided to do the d and c which will remove the sells (sack) from my body.
My procedure will start at 1230 and take about 5-10 mins with a recovery time of 2 hours then we will head home. I wont be able to do much for a few days, please pray for a fast recovery. Please also keep kyle and Allison in your prayers too.

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancycomplications/blightedovum.html

Microsoft Picnic

First Tattoo

This past weekend we went to the Microsoft Family Picnic in North Bend. Its a fun time and we try to go every year. Now that we have Allison its even more fun because they have a tone of kids stuff to do. It was also nice because our friend's the Carrier's were there so we got to finally hang out with some people. We spent a lot of time in lines for rides for Allison. We ate a tone of food and ice cream. Allison had so much fun that she crashed on the way home. First Horse Ride

Our Seahawk Coach

On Thursday I met my friend Elke for lunch at Red Robin in Woodinville. As I was waiting for her at arrive my niece showed up with her boss and co-workers. The funny thing is they got seated right next to us. Finally Elke arrived and we were talking and all of a sudden I noticed Mike Holmgren. I was shocked and Elke was excited. She said I have my camera in the car. She was so excited to ask to take his picture. I reminded her to remember now he is with his wife so be nice. Not that she wouldn't but if you know my friend Elke she seems to not be scared of any thing like telling our waitress if things are not right. That's why I love to eat out with her. I'm the quiet one and she is the the loud one, love ya friend. Anyways, Elke asked Mr Holmgren for a picture and he seemed a little grumpy but he let us take a picture. I took the picture and Elke enjoyed her fame for a small moment. I know these people have lives too but they have to realize when they are in the spotlight they will have fans like us that want to take a picture so get with the program. :) Stop being grumpy and enjoy us nice people.

First Baby Hutch 2 Dr Appointment

Today was my first appointment with my midwives. It ended up being 2 hours because they had emergency's. That is OK I was just sitting in the exam room naked. Yep, I had to have a pelvic exam since i had not had one in two years. Anyways, every thing seems to be good and tomorrow they just wanted to take an ultra sound to make sure the baby is doing well. Baby Hutch 2 is so little they could not find the pea today. Also I asked if I will be able to have the baby vaginally and they would do an ultra sound closer to the due date. It should be OK but I told them I will not schedule my c-section and just let God take control. So basically I will wait to go into labor to have the baby vaginally or c-section. This makes me happy because I just do not want to rush things. I will keep you all updated on this little one.

Feeding the Ducks

Here is Allison with Baby Jenny, this was my doll when i was little.


Another sunny day in Seattle. I have been looking for fun things to do with Allison so today we went to the local winery and feed the ducks. It was a lot of fun. We walked around the pond and sat down to feed the ducks graham crackers. Allison thought it was funny how they started to come over even before we got the food out. After a little while a few climbed out and got on the grass with us. Allison was a little scared but then said "mommy ducks walk with us." No honey, they have to stay here. She got upset but then realized they followed us around the pond. After a little walk we were going to have a picnic but I started to not feel well so we headed to my parents house for lunch. It was another fun day together.

Swimming Classes

Waiting to get in



Allison and daddy



Look she is swimming.



We started our new swim classes at the club. With all the water stuff we have been doing this summer I thought it was important for Allison to learn how to swim. Plus since I did not learn how to swim the correct way until High school and Kyle does not like the water that much. I thought it was important for her to learn. I did not want her to grow up doing the doggy paddle the rest of her life. This class was great http://www.waterbabies.net/. The instructor worked with each child, she taught them the safe way to get in and out of the pool and she also taught them to back float. I really enjoyed watching Kyle do this with her. I thought Allison would hate it but she had so much fun and she didn't even want to get out of the pool. We are taking the classes for the rest of the summer. Mom will get in a few times with her as well.

A day together

I'm having such a blast with Allison lately. To start our day today I decided it would be fun to go on a walk on a path by our house. Its about 3 miles around the loop back to our house. OK, its warm today and I'm pregnant. I was sweating up a storm. Was I crazy? No, Allison enjoyed herself and that is all that counts. I had her bring the bug finder that she got from my friends the Aldworths. We had fun looking for bugs. We then headed to the school by our house to play. Allison enjoys going to the school and play at the play ground. After awhile we got home and filled her pool, had lunch out side and now she is reading books. Today was a fun day for me to spend with her. I wish every day could be that way.

All thought today was a fun day I was feeling a little down. Lately I just feel like doing nothing but staying home. I have been feeling a little tired lately and I'm not sure if I'm depressed or just over tired from the pregnancy. So while on the walk I was asking myself why do we think we need to constantly keep our children entertained? I feel as though society believes we need to be busy every day and so I try to keep up with the world. Being busy does nothing for me. Since I got pregnant I have realized that Kyle and I need to slow down a little. I enjoy spending time with my friends, family and church but man I need to stay home more and be with my family. I am becoming a home body these days. I think it is OK to not always have something planned every day. I then asked myself am I doing it for my own sanity or am I teaching Allison that she needs to be involved in every thing. I think at times it is for my own sanity. This is not what I want to teach Allison. What I want is Allison to be grounded loving the Lord, others and be able to make her own decisions and most of all enjoy just being home with family. Although I know when the winter weather hits I will be saying, "get me out of the house." But right now i want to enjoy my home. I never realized how much I am enjoying being home this summer. Allison is in a new phase of her life and its been fun to watch. She loves to play in her room, down stairs, out side in the backyard and at the park by our house. This new Independence amazes me and I am happy to see it finally come. Today she even told me to shut her door so she could read books to her baby dolls. How cute is that? Another day of parenting which once again I continue to learn from my daughter. Its OK to just be home and enjoy what I have.

A Day away

I always love summer here in Washington. It gets hot a few days out of the summer but then you get to enjoy the amazing weather and scenery. I also love it because Grandma Hutchison is off for the summer. This year she takes Allison for one night a week. This time allows me to clean the house and have some down time. Being pregnant and not feeling well the time away has helped. Except last night for the first time I cried because I missed her so much. Allison usually spends a lot a time with Grandma and Grandpa Hutchison and I don't have any worries. This time for some reason I just wanted to see her little face and hear her voice. I called last night and she was having fun taking a bubble bath at grandmas. That made me miss her more hearing how much fun she was having. Although having a day away is good for both of us I realized I can still miss my sweet little girl.

I love this age Allison is at right now. She is repeating every thing I say and always wanting to play outside with her new toys. I am enjoying staying home more then I did when she was a baby. She is learning to play by herself and mommy loves that. Don't get me wrong, I do play with her but some days I get board because I run out of ideas to do with her.

Another good thing about Allison being away is that Kyle and I get a date night. Last night though I spent much of it to myself while Kyle was at church. It was so weird to be by myself for so long. I love having down time but this last night reminded me of when Kyle and I were first married. I would come home and be by myself while he was still at work. Those days are forever gone but I am thankful for the little moments I do get to myself. Life is only going to get busier with a new baby and I am up for the challenge. I know I wont have much a lone time then but I am enjoying what I have now. Thank you Grandma and Grandpa Hutchison. By the way when are you retiring Nancy? hee hee.

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY

Dad and Allison goofing off with the camera


Kurt and his best friend Buddy. This dog followed Kurt all over. Buddy is the sweetest dog ever. He was so friendly and just wanted to hang out with us all




Boy is it windy outside in Wenatchee

Amy and I goofing off with the camera
the 3 girls waiting for the fire works.

Everyone else had blankets to cuddle up to so I had buddy jump up on my lap.

Allison was scared of the loud fireworks.

We celebrated the 4Th Watching the Wenatchee fire works. This year is was a little windy so we had to bundle up. Allison was tired and did not like the loud booms. I held her tight and had her cuddle up with me. I got a little emotional thinking this may be the last time she will let me hold her like this. Next year we will have baby number 2 and she may not want me to hold her. I hope she will enjoy the fire works when she gets older. She did enjoy them when she was safe in the car and then she kept asking for more.

Our Camping Trip To Lincoln Rock

We have started a tradition with my best friend Amy and her family. We go camping each year to Lincoln Rock in Wenatchee. It is a lot of fun. This was Allison's second year and she still loves it. I think she enjoyed staying up late and sleeping next to mom and dad each night. We spent most of our time on the boat or at the park. I got to read a book and Kyle got time to do some puzzles he enjoys. Allison she was just excited to be outside all day in the sunshine. Yep, it was sunny every day. Next year I told Kyle we will rent a camper because we will have a little one with us. I hope I won't get too spoiled with that.

Our first night at Lincoln rock

Allison crashed in daddies sleeping bag

testing the water

Loving on Daddy
Playing at the beach

Amy Relaxing on the boat and Kurt eating yummy food.

Allison asked to go tubing so we did. She had a lot of fun. Here we are cuddling after the tube ride.

Our second day at the beach was fun. Allison did not want to wear a swim suite. We left Kyle and the kids on the little beach while Amy and I took Kurt out on the boat to wake-board. Later that day Allison asked to go tubing again. I was all for it but then Kyle did not want to go. While I was out on the water with Allison i got a little nervous. I was scared that something might happen but thankfully it went well. She had a blast going out. I am so proud of her.

one good thing is Allison still took her naps while camping. We had our tent under a tree so it stayed a little cool. I took a nap with her each day too. Being 7 weeks pregnant and in the sun all day can ware me out.

Every day after spending time out on the boat we would head over to the park to play. We had a great time. Allison wanted to "wing" most of the time. They also had a little store so we got ice cream and Popsicles, yum yum.