The Kosina Family: November 2009

Monday, November 23, 2009

New Pictures of Baby K 2

Close up of Baby K 2's profile - their head is on the left and they are lying on their back

Baby K 2 lying on their back - you can see their legs on the right and their head on the left

I did my triple screen test today on Baby K 2. The fluid at the back of the neck was normal, so that's a great sign. They took some blood and the results should be back within a week or so. The baby looks great, measuring right on. He or she was drinking amniotic fluid - we could actually see his or her tongue sticking out of their mouth! It was pretty amazing! The baby is healthy, growing like a weed with a healthy heart beat.

I have an appointment with Dr. Putterman December 9th, and then we will go back in January for the big test to check anatomy and see what we're having!

All is well thus far. I'll have to post some pictures of my big belly. I weigh less than I did last time (about 5-7lbs or so), but my belly is already out there. I'll have Chad take a picture of me and post it soon. I still haven't gained an ounce, so I'm lucky. Of course, the extreme nausea could have something to do with that. Ha!

Love to all!

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Having fun with new birthday presents

Our silly little guy!

Learning to play with the new T-Ball set Tiffany got him...

Carson loves his new shopping cart from Aunt Cherolyn, Uncle Troy, and Wyatt. He's been busy loading and unloading everything from his kitchen all day long.

Thank you to everyone for all of his loot - he's not sure what to play with next!

More Birthday Party Pictures

The birthday boy blowing out his candle....he did pretty good!

Make a wish!

Jaden and the chicken - he told us this was his favorite part of the party....

Carson and Olivia riding together...

Carson and Olivia loving horseback riding!

Carson and Olivia ready to go....

Carson and Kinlee - check out those pink boots!

Yee-haw!

Everyone's loving these horses!

This horse is awesome!

I'm a big boy!

Mommy, I don't need your help!

Tee hee - this little horse is great! Just my size!

Neat! That rabbit sure is cool!

Thanks for the pictures, Dad! They came out great! :)

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Carson's 2nd Birthday Party

Peter really outdid himself with this cake - it was adorable!

The side of the cake - that horse is made out of fondant - it had to take hours!

The other side of the cake - the pig is also made out of fondant...

The birthday boy's banner....

Jaden and Kinlee checking out the petting zoo....

A duck, lots of rabbits, a goat, and some chickens....

Olivia liked the goat best....

Jaden and Kinlee on the ponies - of course Kinlee wanted the big one!

Carson's not sure what to think - it's really chilly and rainy!

Hannah, Sarah, and Samantha enjoying a ride - the girls had a lot of fun!

Wyatt enjoying a ride....

My Dad took lots of pictures so I am sure I will have more to post shortly. Fun was had by all even though it was drizzling and pretty cold!

It's hard to believe my little boy is 2!!!

Friday, November 20, 2009

Another hat pose

I'm telling ya...he LOVES this hat!

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

New Carson Pics

Carson loves his new fireman's hat from Wyatt's birthday. He even wore it in the bath tub!

It's been chilly enough for a beanie cap in the mornings. Check out Carson ready for school.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Pictures of Baby K 2 - Due May 31, 2010

Our first glimpse of Baby K 2 - we saw the heart beat that day!

Baby K 2 has grown tremendously! He or she is actually measuring about 5-6 days ahead of where I am really am according to my due date. This shows the head on the left-hand side - you can see the arms and legs starting to form...

Here's Baby K 2 chillin' out (sort of - heart rate of 183!)....the head is on the left and he or she is lying on their back with their would-be knees pulled up to their chest....

Another chillin' shot....Baby K 2 profile shot like the last one.

It's truly amazing! I think we both forgot what it's like to see that little life growing every time you go in to the doctor!

Love to all,

Jaymie, Chad, and Carson (oh, and Baby K 2 of course)

Notice The New Ticker?

Well, the final bit of news I have to share has a little something to do with that new ticker you see on the left-hand side of our blog......

WE'RE PREGNANT!!!

Chad and I had planned to start trying when we got back from our Italy trip, but God had other plans. I found out I was pg the day before we left for Italy. Yep. I was actually on a call with one of my sellers at a place called The Motherhood Center. If you are pregnant and don't know about this place, check it out! They have everything for expectant and new moms. We were passing the photo studio when I saw a picture of a little girl wearing a tu-tu and her big brother. The big brother was leaning down kissing her forehead and the little girl was laughing. I teared up. Then, I freaked out. I realized, "Oh *&^%! I'm pregnant!" I had an inkling and had taken a test the night prior, but it came out negative. So, I figured I was just a day late. Um, no. I left the call, peeled into Walgreens, grabbed a test, burned rubber back to the station, took the elevator up to the 21st floor, ran to the restroom, and took the test. 5 minutes later I walked out stunned, supposed to go on another call for COCKTAILS with another one of my reps. I decided to go ahead and go, and just have water. (it was an important client) The second I walked in, she said, "OMG - are you ok? You are SO pale." I said, "I'm fine, just pregnant." She said, "WHAT?! OMG! Congratulations!!!" At this point, I hadn't even told Chad. However, I HAD left several frantic voice and text messages telling him to call me immediately.

Luckily, Sheryl knows how to keep a secret. She calmed me down, helped me make a list of what I needed to do (like take my vitamins right away that I hadn't even picked up from the pharmacy yet!), and helped me understand that it's okay to drink when you don't know you're pregnant. (we had been out the night prior with my team and had had quite a few coxtails as we refer to them at COX Radio) FINALLY, after what seemed an eternity (actually an hour and a half) Chad called back. I said, "Where have you been?!?!?!?" He of course freaks out and says, "What's wrong?! Are you okay?!?!?!?!? You called 25 times!" I say, "Are you sitting down?" He says, "Well, yeah. I just left the gym and am driving home." I said, "Pull over." He said, "Why????" I said, "Just do it." He said, "Ok, I'm pulled over. What is it?!?!" I said, "Lemme just put it to you this way...I won't be drinking in Italy!" He says, "Huh?" (I about came through the phone at this point folks) I said, "I am pregnant!!!" He said, "What? How? Well, I know how, but it was one time, no way, really, are you serious, that is FANTASTIC!!!!" He was thrilled. We had so many problems last time we just knew it would be difficult this time. Nope, didn't even have to try!

So, I am now coming up to 12 weeks and doing well so far. The baby is doing great, and is big and healthy. I will post some pictures next. We are just so thrilled and blessed to have Baby K 2 on the way.

Everyone's now ready to find out what it is. I say boy. I really think boy. Chad and the vast majority of everyone else thinks girl. We'll see after the first of the year. We have our triple screen in two weeks, a follow up with Dr. Putterman two weeks after that, and then we'll go back in January for the big reveal.

I'll start posting pictures of the baby bump soon. I have already popped out and am in full-on maternity clothes. It's NUTS. I feel huge. Dr. Putterman says that's because I am. Ha! I haven't gained a pound (actually lost 9). I am not as tired with this one, but definitely feel sicker. I am nauseous about 70% of the time. This is down from 90% just last week. Hopefully I'll be past this phase soon.

Anyway, that's the big news. We're really excited! Carson's catching on and kissing the baby nightly. (my tummy) It's super cute.

Love to all!

So much going on...

Some of you may have noticed I haven't updated the blog in a while. (ahem - Mary Gayle and Lynly) Well, there are many reasons why....

First of all, Chad's Dad went in for a routine check-up when we returned from Italy. They found a spot on his lung, so they did further testing. After a biopsy, we learned it was cancerous. He went in for emergency surgery shortly thereafter. He made it through like a champ! He was in the hospital for about a week, and now he's at home recovering. He has now survived cancer three times and beat it. There is no need for chemo after the surgery because they did not find it in his lymph nodes.

Second, Chad hurt his back terribly. One weekend, he was moving around several cases of champagne. I kept telling him to stop, but he insisted on organizing his new "stash". That night, he realized his torso was crooked. He immediately went to the ER where they administered muscle relaxers and told him to get to the doctor asap. So, he went the next day. After every type of scan you can have, a spinal tap, and more...we learned he has two ruptured discs that are pressing on his sciatic nerve. This is what was causing him to look like he needed a V8. After three rounds of steroids and three doctors later, he is finally able to get up and down without straining or groaning like an 80 year old.

Third, my Grandmother went in for a routine exam. They found a lump in her breast. (she is a breast cancer survivor) After she went through a biopsy, we learned the cancer was back. She decided to go with a double mastectomy so she could beat that cancer once and for all. She had her surgery yesterday, and is doing well. The doctors say so well in fact, that she might be able to go home tomorrow. She's amazing!

Fourth, a good friend of ours was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma. I know some of you noticed I added a new blog to my list and have been keeping up with David's progress along with us. David and Chad worked together at Glazer's for years, and we have all been friends and stayed in touch ever since then. David is doing well thus far and we know he will beat this cancer! He has the support of his wonderful wife Jennifer, his two kiddos Aiden and Audrey, a close family, and so many friends. Please help us say prayers for David and his family.

So, hopefully that will explain why I haven't posted anything in so long, and get me off the hook. Love to all!

While We Were In Italy...

While were were away, Carson was back here having a great time with MiMi and PawPaw! He got to see all sorts of new things, go new places, and spend some quality time with M&P. Here are some great shots Dad caught that week......

Carson at the Aquarium

Carson entering his first tunnel...I LOVE this picture!

Whew - coming out of the tunnel

Thank goodness I am out of that dang tunnel

Slide time at the park by MiMi and PawPaw's

I can do it all by myself!

Ta-Da!

I'm going try going this way....

Tee-hee!

Italy Trip 2009

Chad and I got to go to Italy back in September on his company. It was a wonderful trip with so many beautiful sights, delicious food, and great times. Here are some pictures from our vacation. Unfortunately, they aren't in sequential order because it takes forever to shift them all around once you download them. So, bear with me!

St. Peter's Cathedral...so beautiful!