the first real glimpse of our little darling! we got to have a 3d/4d ultrasound at 30 weeks. leighton wasn't entirely cooperative (which she came by honestly). she was using the placenta as a pillow and a hiding place, and i was having to push her down just so we could get a sneak peek. i think the nose is russell's; after looking at my baby pictures, he thinks it's mine. we'll see. regardless, we think she's adorable!
we have literally been showered--with love and with presents! we had a beautiful shower in abilene, and so many dear friends and family came to celebrate. it was such a fun combination of people that i adore. regardless of where we raise her, i want leighton to grow up knowing the charm of west texas hospitality, generosity, kindness and dear friendship.
the sweet hostesses - rolanda fulham, vickie meyers, jean goodnight, diane leggett & jackie cox
cynthia grace and blake were my personal assistants.
leila, cynthia grace & terri
mema, aunt debbie & mom
ashleigh & caedmon (who were the biggest surprise of the day!), me, leila & cynthia grace
meredith & blake
and, a few weeks later, we had another fantastic shower in dallas. the day was absolutely perfect, and the perfection was in the details. it was overwhelming getting to have my favorite girls from college, med school, residency and random life in dallas all together!
a tea for two...tulle, sweet little tea sets and everything girly imaginable...
my best girlfriends (the hostesses) - katie vick, jenny duewall, caroline hogan, diane hogan, lauren skaggs, jennifer pogue, emily crozier
caroline. she spent hours making sure "leighton day" was special for me!
lauren & jessica
emily. my favorite newlywed!
katie & adorable baby andrew
cissy...she suggested leighton's name, found the nanny and has been the ultimate pregnancy coach.
christina seeley
emily hebert
mandy & jenna
lindsey houser
hollie anderson. she painted this 'L' for leighton, and we love it!
ruthie, katie, jenna & mandy. little girlfriend is already feeling the delta love. only one shy of having the whole ddd family & baris gang together.
jen pogue
katie, laura, jenna & mandy
deedee (who came all the way from jackson, mississippi to help--amazing!) & mom
annie houser
leighton's precious door sign from the hostesses. i'm pretty much obsessed with it. it's hanging on her nursery door...just waiting to have the date, weight, etc added!
the hogans
and, the evolving walrus. i really think i could do a c-section with a paperclip. the doctor told me this week that there's still "plenty of room" (could have definitely fooled me) and that she probably weighs about 4 lbs right now. here's to it! 29 weeks
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we're on the homestretch! yesterday was my original due date before the miscarriage, and i've thought about it a million times--that if that hadn't happened, there would be no leighton. what a frank revelation of God's timing and plan. we are abundantly blessed.
9 comments:
Awwwe, I L*O*V*E all the pictures...what beautiful family/friends you have! Can't wait to meet Miss Leighton in person! You are one blessed Mama! Love & HUGS!
NOOO! I hate that I missed this! I was so sad to see the whole family there without me! BTW, you look adorable of course! I am eager to see the nursery!
Sara! you are glowing, I cannot believe how close you are! Are your bags packed? Just curious, b/c mine were not and little will came at 35wks, 6days!!! That's now for you!! Great to see you at your shower! Cannot wait to meet Leighton.
xoxo,
Annie
You look AMAZING, Sara! I hate that I missed your shower. The part you wrote at the end of this post was very touching. Love you.
so much to celebrate! between leighton's ultrasound pic, your belly pics, and the showers there is so much cuteness going on i can barely stand it! so, so fun!!!
Sara,
You look amazing! Keep us posted on how you are doing! Hopefully we can see you all soon-we need to have a "belated" b-day dinner with you guys for Russ. Your shower was just lovely! Leighton is so blessed! Love ya!
Lindz
You look great Sara, and I love the name Leighton. I will be 36 weeks this Thursday. I hope he comes at 38 weeks, I'm ready. You look way better than I do right now. Best of luck, sleep now!
Let's try this again...(I tried to comment the other day, but blogger was acting up)
Congratulations on your little Leighton! I am sure she is absolutely beautiful. Can't wait to see pictures!
Oh my word, I can't wait to meet Leighton...I just heard she has arrived. I am so happy for you guys! Please email me if I can do anything. Thinking and praying for all three of you! Love ya, girl!
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