Sunday, July 19, 2009

in preparation of...

Hudson's arrival into this world, I was able to squeeze in a week of having my parents in town...and oh, how much I needed that. Mom even came with her working gloves on {if you know her at all, you're likely not surprised}.
We spent the week scouring the city for all things pretty to make our house a home, because my mom has a way better eye for decor than her daughter does. She completely transformed our house! From lamps and pillows to prints and frames, she definately fancied up our house, and we are ever so thankful. In between wall hangings and stopping to eat, it was baby stuff that dominated our trip. But, of course.
There were paci's and glass bottles to sterilize and wash, sippy cups to put up, and some very willing grandparents to lovingly help. We only bought four bottles, because Hudson gets to dine a la carte off of mommy for a long time, but would you believe there are still about 764 parts to those four teency bottles?? eeesh.
My daddy would even make runs to the farm market to pick up some berries for his daughter and grandson, because what's summer without strawberries from down the road?
Daddy even got to join in on the fun, because after mom and I came home with two carts full of goodies from Babies R Us, he had bassinets and swings to put together---while I ended up with loads more laundry to do...I'm not sure who came out the winner on that one.
Amidst the shopping, eating, and organizing somebody did some growing!!!
While we did do some touristy dinners and such, most of our good eats were some impromptu dinners at home. After having lived across the street from mom and dad the last three years----we very much enjoyed our casual nights with them and it made our house feel even more like home.
It was such a lovely week, and I was so sad to see them go. Comforting though, the thought of knowing they will be back in such a short time to meet their very first grandbaby ♥ Mom and dad we love you endlessly and wish daily there weren't so many miles between us but we anxiously await your next visit with open arms and a really sweet and tiny baby boy!
xoxo.

10 comments:

Alison said...

Aww what a nice visit with your parents! You must be getting SO excited for the arrival of your little one!!!

Suzi said...

oh my gosh I am COMPLETELY freaking out right now because your parents are my parent's neighbors!! CRAZY!!! I recognized them in your pictures!!

Courtney said...

Happened upon your blog. My nephew is also named Hudson and he is a charmer! Good luck with everything!

Abby said...

Omigosh, I cannot even believe you are having a baby in 18 days - or less! (Hopefully not more!)

Little Hudson is going to be one lucky little boy...can't wait to meet him!!!

Lived With Love said...

cant wait to see him! he will be gorgeous! x

LWLH said...

Get here soon lil' Hudson!
We're all awaiting your debut! : )

Sweet Simplicity said...

Your parents seem like such sweet people! Your belly is just a growin'. Can't wait to see pics of that sweet little boy!!
this is really random...our church youth group attends Camp Pettijohn every summer. It made me think of you!

Holly said...

Thank heaven for parents...What would we do without them!!!

Erin Elizabeth said...

mommies & daddies are always welcomed guests. i'm glad you had a beautiful visit with them.

Meant to be a mom said...

It sounds like you had a great visit with your parents. My mom is like yours she comes to my house in nice clothes and has her gardening gloves in the car and ready in case she decides to pull a few weeds or something while she's over. Its funny.
Your little guy will be here so soon! How exciting. I bet you guys are getting antsy to see him and hold him and just love him. How fun. I can't wait to see pics of him.