Updates Galore

I'm sorry for the lack in blogging lately. We've been busy trying to tie up all of the loose ends before Tate makes his arrival. Plus, 3 weeks in and summer has already been packed full of adventure!

Connor is having a great summer so far. He's already attended one VBS program and had a blast! What makes a great VBS program even better? (Other than the time it allows Mommy to get things done...) Having 3 friends enrolled in VBS too! Three of my very close friends have boys Connor's age, and all 4 boys attended the same VBS program and were able to play with one another everyday for a week! What a treat!

We joined the pool this summer as a way to give Connor something to do. We're working on teaching him how to swim, and so far it's going really well. He can swim wonderfully across the pool with his floaties on. He's not quite as confident about swimming without them, but he's working on it and getting better. He really has fun, and Gabe has done a great job teaching him.

Connor told Gabe the other day, "Daddy, I think you're my best buddy forever." Gabe smiled, and teared up a bit and said, "I hope you always think so." I cannot imagine it ever changing. If Gabe mentions that he likes something even the littlest bit, Connor cannot get enough of it. He gets so excited about doing things with his daddy. I'm glad they are as close as they are. I love watching how happy Connor gets when Gabe pulls in the driveway from work. At times I must admit, I get a little jealous of the bond they have, but I'm thrilled to know that my boys love each other as much as they do!

Speaking of boys, we're still waiting on the Tater Tot to "finish cooking". After an ultrasound on Tuesday and a Doctor's Appointment on Wednesday we know that he's still growing and getting big. It appears from the ultrasound pictures that he's got a head full of hair. Can't wait to see it when he comes out! According to the amazing Dr. J his arrival can literally be any time. My body is definitely preparing itself for this moment and Tate is DEFINITELY ready for his time to be up as well! In the past week we've been ready to head for the hospital 3 different times only to have my contractions weaken and then stop. It's just a matter of the "right" time hitting.
That's about all there is to report. The nursery is done. The bag is packed and in the car. The "plan" is in place. Now we wait!