I so enjoyed my time away from the computer this past weekend. It was a good mental break. But, here I am—back again. Here’s what we were up to while I was away . . .
My husband and I spent “date night” at Babies ‘R Us for almost two hours. The experience was overwhelming, to say the least. I think it finally hit us that everything will be multiplied by two this time. (In other words, $$$!!!)
We spent way too long staring at the double stroller options and finally ended up ordering this frame for the baby carriers:
And, beyond that, we left the store empty-handed and bleary-eyed.
Over the weekend, we went to a beautiful Easter egg hunt in a backyard that looked like something straight out of Southern Living.
And, we finally took the kids to see The Lorax. Well, let me rephrase that. Some of our family watched the movie. Two of us spent most of the time running around the lobby, where we took pictures of each other to pass the time:
My belly at the movies—30 weeks!
I’ve really enjoyed cutting blooms from our yard this year. We didn’t have any blooms at our old house. In fact, we didn’t even have trees :(
We didn’t work on the house much, but I did order a few pieces from this collection for our patio (part of my husband’s upcoming 40th birthday gift). I’ll take pictures and post more once it arrives.
And, I have to post pictures of the babes on Easter Sunday . . .
And, I tried for a picture with the kids. Yes, I’m wearing my infamous green shirt again. There’s not a lot that’s fitting around the belly these days, and I hate buying maternity clothes in the last weeks.
Hope you had a great weekend,
Looks like a great weekend. I'm sure you've already discovered Diapers.com, but my friends with multiples turned me on to it and I fell in love. It made one part of the bleary-eyed early days seem less overwhelming (and I didn't have twins, just Irish twins). You look wonderful. Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteOh goodness your belly is adorable!! Have you been to BuyBuyBaby - it's such a different experience from Babies R Us. They are so well informed! I can't imagine all the decisions. I hope you'll show us the nursery soon! I love the vase on your table with the flowers from your yard. It's stunning! Your pic with the kids is adorable as well. Such a beautiful family! I can't wait to see the two new members this summer!
ReplyDeleteYou will love the snap n go! It is so easy and light!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful family. Your children are gorgeous! M.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great weekend! Glad you enjoyed your break! You (+bump) look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteWe have the same stroller but in the single version and have loved it - glad there was a belly shot - so exciting!
ReplyDeleteLove the green shirt! Looks like a wonderful weekend, even if Babies are Us was a bit overwhelming.
ReplyDeleteLove that outdoor furniture. We have the Rolston collection from Target and LOVE it.
ReplyDeleteWow-you look fabulous, Emily!
ReplyDeleteYou are gorgeous! Janell
ReplyDeletePretty Mama! CanNOT believe how little you are for 30 weeks + twins!! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOhhh I have the loveseat, chair, and the ottoman from that collection that I bought a few years back. It holds up FANTASTICALLY and is so easy to clean. OH and it's COMFY!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful family - glad you enjoyed some rest! Your baby bump is so cute!
ReplyDeleteYou look so good! I would be overwhelmed too. I hope you are having a twin shower :) Your kids are so stinking cute!
ReplyDeleteLove the last shot! What a fun bunch!
ReplyDeleteI think the infamous shirt is gorgeous on you! I think I seriously need one in that color. I can only imagine how overwhelming shopping for twins would be. But those little ones are so lucky to have you!
ReplyDeleteYou look so adorable! I know how buying all the gear can be daunting! Can I hijack your blog and throw you a baby shower? Bet your readers would love it!
ReplyDeleteYou look great! Much better than I ever looked pregnant. I have a question for you. The pink shoes in the picture of you at the movies, what brand are they and are they comfortable? My family is going to Disneyland soon and I'm trying to find a pair of shoes that will be comfy enough but still cute. I really don't want to wear tennis shoes. I've been eyeing shoes like that I can't make up my mind. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteYou guys are so cute! I am so glad you enjoyed your break. I cannot even imagine the reality check when you are needed 2 of everything...haha. It is one of those moments where you are like---okay, this is really happening. :) So exciting and awesome!!
ReplyDeleteOh, such cute little chickies. What great photos. And so excited for the new patio furniture, too.
ReplyDeleteYeay! Great belly shot! Only a few more weeks to go! Love the pic of you and the kids :o)
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing!! I love the last picture of you and your children! :)
ReplyDeleteLove the last shot! Your kids sure know how to ham it up! I can't even imagine shopping for double everything! Exciting and nerve wracking I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteNo blooms here yet, but I can't wait - I see buds and tulips about to bloom!
Emily, you are looking so great! That last pic makes me smile... pretty soon there will be babies in both arms :)
ReplyDeleteYou are seriously a gorgeous prego mama! I NEVER looked that cute, ever!!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you already know about Amazon Mom, if not you'll want to! with two little new cute bums to diaper.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a good weekend,
Laura
http://cookiecrumbsandsawdust.blogspot.com/
Emily! Where did you get your adorable red (pink?)shoes in the movie pic?? Can't wait to see your new littles!
ReplyDeleteThe Snap & Go is the only way to go with twins, so great choice! My twins were born when my son just turned 2, so I really needed a "3 seater". Had to get creative on some trips, but when the twins were a little older I ended up with Valco Stroller (LOVE) with an added Toddler Seat.
ReplyDeleteIt was so fun to see these pictures! I love the one your little one took of you at the movies..so cute! Looks like you had a great week!
ReplyDelete(By the way, how cool would it be for you to have a virtual baby shower? I'm pretty sure your readers would love to shower you with baby gifts...especially since everything is double this time!)
You are the cutest prego! I had a baby 5.5 wks ago, and was just large and poofy, not all cute like you =)G'luck in the last few weeks of pregnancy, and the first few weeks with the babes!!
ReplyDeleteYou're such a beautiful mama! With a beautiful family! I only have 1 bebe & I adore the snap n go. So easy to drop the carseat into it, plus all that cargo space underneath.
ReplyDeleteI've admired your blog, work, home, & good-natured outlook for a while now & just want to wish you the best of luck in the weeks ahead!
Thanks for all of the sweet comments, everybody! @Melanie--the shoes are Target cheapies. On sale last week for $12. Very comfortable.
ReplyDeleteGreat choice on the double snap-n-go! Best choice by far of all those crazy double strollers they have out there! My twins are now 4.5 so I can tell you that YES it is double everything (including the moolah!). ENJOY! You look great at 30 weeks!
ReplyDeleteAll you need is the Snap 'n Go, girlfriend!! You'll live with it for months!! And you look fabulous -- yay for 30 weeks!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice family weekend. Too bad you didn't get to watch The Lorax. It's quite cute.
ReplyDeleteEmily, you look fantastic! As a mom of 5 myself, I wish you all the best. You are already doing an amazing job with your 3, adding two more will be no different. Your home will just be filled with MORE laughter & love:) Jen
ReplyDeleteYou guys look amazing...and you couldn't be any cuter (or tinier!) And the 'nursery' in your room will be perfect!
ReplyDeleteYou look great for 30 weeks with twins!!
ReplyDeleteA friend of mine said having twins helped to actually curb their spending because each time they went to buy something for the kids they had to really think do we really want TWO of this item??? Good food for thought I say!
Your kids are gorgeous, you are gorgeous, your weekend looked gorgeous! Yay for the Snap n Go -- I'm pretty sure you won't regret that decision. At 30 weeks, I bet you'll do great if you can still run after a toddler in the lobby. I'm thinking almost full term with twins for you! Although still always good to take it easy. :)
ReplyDeleteCamille
You look FANTASTIC for 30 weeks--especially with twins! When I look back on the last weeks of pregnancy, I always regret that I tried to hold myself to standards--for how I looked or how much I accomplished. Cut yourself lots and lots of slack. If that means drinking an extra Coke or serving cereal for dinner or letting the kids watch too much TV or taking a bath instead of doing the dishes. Let yourself take it easy.
ReplyDeleteLOVED the snap and go!
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