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December 2, 2016

Birthday & 23 Week Bumpdate

14517544_10207212298135699_6930557902593133522_nFirst off, Happy Birthday to my best friend. He is the guy that has stood by my side through it all. He knows how to make me laugh, comfort me when i’m down, and put an instant smile on my face. He makes me whole. When I look at him, i’m insanely proud of the man he is. He constantly serves our family through working hard, cleaning the dishes, taking out the trash, filling up my car with gas, cleaning the house, you name it. If he sees a need, especially when it comes to me or Brooke, he meets it. He constantly shows us love and brings so much laughter to our house. Brooke and I instantly light up when he walks in the door. He puts God first, always shows grace, serves our family, and loves me and Brooke like crazy. I am an incredibly lucky lady to call you my husband, Kevin Clarke. Know that you are admired, so loved, and respected. My prayer is that this year would bring you success, joy, laughter and a whole lot of love. Happy 29th Birthday Kevin Clarke. I am so blessed to do life with you.

& here’s the bumpdate:

img_117923 Week Bumpdate

 

size of the baby: grapefruit – about 11.3 inches

total weight gain: about 10 pounds

gender: BOY! BOY! BOY! I am finding myself strolling the boy and girl section of stores and I love it!

clothes: I living in preggo leggings, my pink blush maternity jeans, tees and cardigans. Seriously, the best mom uniform.

movement: He is constantly on the move! I feel him all the time throughout the day. He moves way more than Brooke did.

sleep: I have been sleeping pretty hard this week, one night, I didn’t even wake up.

missing: not too much this week.

craving: not too much this week, maybe shipleys donuts.

symptoms: Sciatica pain and pain/soreness under my belly. I think I might have pulled a muscle or something carrying Brooke. Just normal pregnancy discomfort this week.

kevin is: celebrating his birthday TODAY! WAHOO!!! Happy 29th Hubby! I love you!!  I am pumped for his birthday celebrations tonight and this weekend.

looking forward to: Kev’s birthday celebrations, our next doctor appointment, hospital tour, and seeing our fam again soon!

best moments: Getting to put up our Christmas decorations this week and start getting in the Christmas spirit!!

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  • brendashandmade
    December 2, 2016

    Happy Birthday to Kevin! He seems like an awesome husband who really does a great job taking care of his family. I’m glad you’ve been able to get some sleep this week. I think we’ll be putting up some Christmas decorations this weekend too.

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  • Charmaine Ng
    December 3, 2016

    Awww so sweet! Happy birthday to Kevin!
    – Charmaine
    http://charmainenyw.com

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