So far so GOOD!!!

Summer has been so wonderful. I worked up until the last day of school.....got a half day in one of my fave kindergarten classes on Weds. June 25th....so until July 7th....I was on VACATION!!! ( although I did do a morning at Study Abroad) I just lived it up so much those days because I knew I would have work this summer. There is something about just enjoying days off and having a REAL relaxing time off! Danny even took one of the days off with me, and that day turned out to be one of the SUNNIEST BEST days! Here's some of my highlights:

Took Levi to town while Kristi was away. We had the best time looking at Toys in every store and made a few purchases at the Dollar store. He was such a good boy! We wished Jonah could have come, but he wasn't feeling good. 

Jules came to visit, and we had a great time too at Boom Burger, North Rustico, and she was a real sport and went to our Stretch Fam BBQ/Campfire for most of Saturday night! I just loved having time with her!

Took Jonah to the beach (while Levi was napping) and we had the BEST time together too! The waves were the best and warmest so far this summer and he was brave and was swimming with his tube so much! 

We went out to North Rustico to check on the waves from Hurricane Arthur! It was beautiful, but we stepped outside and got sand blasted...not so much fun...but we had a great night *didn't lose our power, thankfully* and once we got some of the sand out settled in for a cozy night at home with the howling winds outside!

We went to a Triple Header at the Drive In, but the power went off so we got free tickets to go anytime we want this summer!! (SWEET)

Dan found this BEAUTIFUL picture at Winners and we hadn't hung anything in our room, so this makes me feel so happy when I see it! 

Finally got my clothesline up and a friend gave me SO many matern clothes which is a HUGE blessing and encouragement! 

But the GREATEST thing about my summer so far is of course, my BABY!!! Yesterday I heard the heartbeat again, and couldn't help but just cry and cry because I am so relieved and thankful and overwhelmed that there is a little soul tucked inside just moving and with a strong heartbeat...although I haven't felt any movements yet, it was a relief to know that so far our little one is safe and sound in there. 

Best things so far: 18 weeks

• hearing the heartbeat again
• we found a crib and changing table on KIJIJI and its our first big purchase for the babe's room. We want to redo the flooring at some point this summer, so I can't wait to pick that out. Thankfully I already seam filled and painted over the March Break and the closet and ceiling are all repainted too!
• getting alot of advice from friends and family, especially on baby gear. Dan's sister and bro in law let us tag along to Toys R Us because they are also expecting their second child this summer and got lots of advice on strollers, car seats, baby tubs, etc. I've been so overwhelmed with the kindness of people and even offers of lending me clothes, giving me baby books to read, and just being excited with us as we anticipate this HUGE adventure
• So far I fit in normal clothes, but I am collecting longer shirts and putting away shorts/pants that hurt my waist! Loving wearing my comfy black pants, and pretty much change into my summer pj's if I know I'm staying home for the night!