24 weeks

Wow, I can't believe I am six months pregnant. I never thought I would be one to take pictures of myself, but because no one in my family is close enough to see me in person I decided to go for it.

People in Austin love pregnant women. Maybe every city loves them, but I can't go anywhere without someone telling me how excited they are for me or how beautiful I look. Going grocery shopping has become a major confidence booster!

Noah Michael Eliason

Jana and Joe had their second baby this weekend and I already love him so much. He was born 5 1/2 weeks early because he wasn't growing as the doctor's would like and although he is small, he is healthy and already progressing. I have been praying for this little guy for a long time and I am so grateful that he has arrived safely. I love my sister and brother-in-law so much, they are such a great example to me of strength and optimism. Hopefully I will be able to see them all soon!

one cool dude

We are having a baby boy! The ultrasound yesterday was amazing. I loved seeing our baby and I already feel a deep love for him. The ultrasound tech took several pictures for us, but this is one of my favorites. 

Our little guy is just hanging out and relaxing in my uterus like this is no big deal. Every time the tech moved the ultrasound head he was in a different position which explains all of the movement I have been feeling! Anyway, we just think he is the cutest thing, translucent skin and all.

kicks

Our baby is a kicker. I started feeling the baby a few weeks ago and it has been so fun to feel them all day. I was able to share the cool feeling with Chance a few nights ago because the baby was really moving! We also hit the halfway mark last week, which feels like some sort of accomplishment for some reason haha. Anyway we have THE ultrasound this Wednesday and we are excited to find out the gender and we hope that everything is healthy with the baby. We are excited for this week of love!!

sugar cookies

My mom and dad gave us the cutest Texas cookie cutters for Christmas this year. I still can't believe my mom found them in Lodi. Anyway, we decided to try them out last Sunday and they turned out cute and delicious! Thanks Mom and Dad!

We are getting settled in Austin and loving our new life here. We are exploring the city little by little and we both love seeing and doing new things and meeting new people.

At the state capital building

We went to the Story of Texas museum with the Lawley's and learned all about Texas history, we figured it would be a good place to start.

Also, flashback to December. I was able to go to one of my best friend's weddings on our last day in Provo and it was the best afternoon. Sarah and I went to Spain together four years ago (wow that is crazy) and I just love her. She and her husband looked so happy and I am excited for their life together.

Then we drove to Lodi and spent a wonderful week at home.

I love them all so much!

We left on our trek to Texas on January 1st and stopped halfway in Phoenix. We spent a great day with Chance's brother Brandon complete with hiking camel back, seeing my wonderful friend Emily after two long years, going to a movie, and topping it off with the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. 

It was a fun filled day followed by a long 16 hour drive to Austin, but we are here and enjoying this new stage in our life!

hello there

Wow, it has been a LONG time since I have written a post. So many other exciting things have been on my mind.

#1 We are having a baby! Chance and I are so excited. We are due June 27th. I threw up every night until about 12 weeks, but I am now able to really enjoy the idea of having a baby growing inside of me.

#2 We said goodbye to Provo on December 23rd and are currently in Lodi for Christmas with my family until January 1st. We are starting out the new year by moving to Austin, Texas and we are really looking forward to this change in our lives.

Christmas has been wonderful (pictures to come). We have played games, watched movies, went to a Kings game to watch the Jimmer, played putt putt golf, rode go-carts, and have just enjoyed being all together. I am so grateful for my family. They are everything to me. I hope everyone has had a wonderful Christmas season!