Life before baby boy!

The girls are excited to welcome their baby brother!  They keep suggesting the name Jack.  I'm not sure where that idea originated from.  Several months ago, we started having the girls share a bedroom.  It worked out well for a while, but they are now back in their own rooms.  The problem is that Allie doesn't stop talking and keeps Claire awake!  Claire has always been an excellent sleeper and goes to sleep without difficulty.  Allie doesn't seem to need as much rest time and that is where our problem lies!  We have a baby bro count down and it's only a matter of time before he arrives!

I have found this pregnancy to be the most difficult of the three.  I have had some hip pain that comes and goes.  We've been staying busy despite my poor energy level and I find myself wanting to do fun family things with the girls while it's possible!  The girls have been playing nicely together this summer.  They enjoy playing outside on the swing set and doing crafts.  Claire loves to make things for people and is really into it!  Allie loves playing with her doggies and kitty cats!  They perform "shows" which may involve them singing songs from Frozen or Laurie Berkner.

Cubs game

We took the girls to watch the Cubs on a lovely Saturday!  We were unable to get a good picture, it was comical!

 Claire and dad in Cubbie blue!

 Allie in the kids club.  They had the most fun running up and down the ramps in the stadium!

 Scooter's after the game for the best frozen custard!

Allison-the world's best babysitter!

She looks so pretty all ready for prom!  I love how Claire's looking at her here, like she doesn't recognize her all dolled up!

33 Weeks

Claire took this picture of my big bump!  When I was pregnant with the girls, no one really spoke to me about being pregnant.  Well this time around, people definitely notice and ask me about it!  I think he will surely outweigh his sisters.  My guess...8 lbs!

Kids singing at church and block party

 Claire had her solo, but my video isn't uploading.  She sang the first part of "This Little Light of Mine" and she did a fantastic job!  After the service, we enjoyed the block party!

Allie and Maddie loving the horse!

The heat didn't stop Claire from bouncing!

Enjoying some free food!

Swing set addtion!

Daddy ordered this for his daughters and they love it!  They squeal with delight and go very high!

Edison Park Graduation!

In walks the graduate!

 She is quite the performer!

 Claire with her Grammie and certificate.  Allie in the bottom of the pic sums up how she was that day...in need of a nap!

 Miss Julie

 Miss Jennifer

Last day at Edison Park preschool

Heading out!  Allie often slows us down!

 Heading in and washing hands!

 Hanging up her coat, putting down her back pack and getting her folder to bring into class.  She made pipe cleaner bracelets for her teachers.  She loves to make things for people!

 Writing her name.  Last year, she just wrote her C's.  Now she writes a very legible Claire Newton.  It's amazing how far they come in a year!

 Allie bringing Claire's slippers home.  She had really fancy ones that she'd change into if it was a rain boot or snow boot day!

 Fun in the elevator!

New bikes!

We got Claire a new bike for her graduation gift since Allie always wanted to ride her smaller one!  The girls love cruising around.  They are so fast but are good about waiting for their slow momma on foot (especially now with my hurting hip)!

Memorial Day parade

It was a hot one!  The girls loved yelling "Hiiiii" and getting the attention of the candy throwers!  It is always so touching to see the veterans.  It was so great to see so many young kids thanking them and shaking their hands.

31 weeks along!

Colorado crew

We got to spend a little bit of time with our Colorado fam the day after the wedding.  It was MAJ's first time here!