If you ever need a good laugh...just join us (Helen Baller's staff) every year as we dance our hearts out at our PE Spring Program! It is quite a sight..The theme changes each year and this year was an ode to Broadway. Basically, not only the children learn a dance routine and perform, but the teachers do as well. And for the last 7 years I have been the lucky one to choreograph and teach the routine to my colleagues Usually, I tend to get some flack (ie. the moves are too hard) But this year it was smooth sailing! Everyone was glad I was pregnant, because the routine had never been easier Too funny!

What a great day spent with family and friends!! It began with a waffle breakfast at my mom's house with the Oman's, Butler's, Rathbun's, and Chesire's. It sure feels good to say the Oman's were there I grew up with the Oman's and have many cherished memories. I knew someday we'd all find our way back into each other's lives!!

But now, back to the story...after a good breakfast we headed to Alpenrose to hunt for eggs. The kids had a blast winning toys, frisbee's, wands, and even ChuckE Cheese coupons! The mommies even got a chance to hunt for diamond earrings. Unfortunately, none of us were successful. Actually, we were pretty much run over and passed up in about 2 seconds. By the time we made it to the field all the eggs were pretty much gone. Next year, we'll be more prepared!!

Bright and early on Wednesday morning, Chris's parents, Chris and I headed to Sunnyside to find out if a little boy or girl was in our future. The ultrasound went well. The baby has all it's organs, bones, and body parts (thank goodness)! So far it's been about 30 minutes and of course, we were dying to know sex and trying to be patient.

Finally, the tech said, our baby was crossing his legs and sleeping in a V-sit position. (not suitable for viewing essential components) So, the next step was to try to wake the little one. The tech tried to push my belly from side to side, but there was no use. Then he said to lay on my side for awhile (hoping the baby would turn). Guess what he did! And just as plain as day, it's a BOY!

After a few more minutes, Dick and Sue were let in to see the ultrasound. I didn't want to tell them, I wanted them to see it for themselves...but I blew it in the first 10 seconds saying "HE" Darn...

On February 23 the fun began when we celebrated Grandpa McIrvin's 85th birthday. It was a real treat because all of Grandpa's children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren (expect 2) were able to be there. We had a great time and enjoyed each other's company as well as a wonderful dinner and delicious chocolate cup cakes!! (just ask Chris...I think he had about 10) ha!
Next to celebrate: Chris's 34th birthday on February 25th. Chris loves orange chicken, so I prepared all his favorites and invited over the family to join in on our Chinese feast. It was a perfect evening spent with family!

In between our birthday's we got treated to dinner by my mom, complete with an ice cream cake (BR peanut butter & chocolate...my favorite)and a trip to Cirque Du Soleil from Chris's parents. We felt so spoiled and loved every minute of it! ( We have to soak it up this year, because after the baby, we're sure the focus with change.

And last but not least, a week later we celebrated my actual 33rd birthday (kind of). I came down with the worst cold that wiped me out for an entire week. It began on Monday 3/3 and subsided around 3/8. So, my birthday wasn't too exciting...although the best present of all was that Chris took the day off and waited on me and did chores around the house (laundry, dishes, etc). It was great! So great! By evening I was feeling a little better, so Dick, Sue, Chris and I went to the Hawthorne Fish House for dinner and Ben and Jerry's for dessert! It turned out to be a nice birthday after all