You and Me and a Baby makes THREE

Meet the newest member of our Family.

Boston Hendrik Crane

12.09.2010

4:48 pm

8 lbs 3 oz

20.5 inches

Bump Envy

A couple of weeks ago, my friend told me that she had bump envy. At first I thought this was so odd, especially since this pregnancy hasn't been what I would call enjoyable (not that I have anything to compare it to); but although my feet are enormous, my fingers like sausages, and not being able to move, I can see now why she may feel envious. You see my baby is constantly on the move. I can almost always feel a knee or foot or him rolling around. Which makes me wonder-- what is he doing in there? Sometimes I like to think that we're playing a little game when I poke him and he pokes back. Although I can't wait to feel like "myself" again, I just might miss him rolling around and making me laugh.

Yesterday

Yesterday was my last day of work for the next three months. It was a good feeling turning on my out of office reply and setting my voice mail. I looking forward to the other things I will soon be worrying about.

While Eric was in Mali

While Eric was gone in Mali, I spent my nights preparing for baby. This is one project I'v e been working on. We're just about finished-- now I just have to bind it. I have to say, not bad for my first real quilt.

Highlights from Mali

I recently returned from a trip to Bamako, Mali (West Africa). It was an amazing place like no where else I've ever been. I thought some of you might enjoy a few highlights.

The local Field Staff

Malian Taxi

Pile of Melons

Car Pool

More scooters than people

The contrasting difference of Paris

Technology

I've haven't been able to rip myself from my computer this past week because of this lovely invention. Skype has been my saving grace this last week while my husband is on the other side of the world. I'm not a tech savvy person who's up on all the latest trends, but this has been amazing. I love it that I get to see Eric everyday and talk about all the adventures he's having. Once he sends some pictures, I'll update you all on his adventures.

Oh Mexico!

Since I have been apart of the Crane clan, we have only had one, maybe two, traditional Thanksgivings. I have to admit that I love their style because this year we spent it in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! We spent the week snorkling, dancing with the locals, relaxing, and people watching on the boardwalk (one of my favorite things to do). It was an incredible week! The weather was perfect. The company was fantastic. I would do it all again next week if I could.

Thanks Joe and Janet for such a great trip!

Here is a detailed description of each picture:

1. Kim, Me, Eric and Taylor on the boat getting ready to snorkel

2. Real, live turkeys that our resort brought in for the festivities

3. Mason with his sunscreen not quite rubbed in. At least they have it on, right Dan?

4. Me and Amber on the boardwalk

5. Fajita Republic- all the kids are zonked out from the bus ride. Taylor and Mason look like they've had a long day.

6. Me and Eric at the waterfall in Yalapa.

7. Sawyer, Mason, Tanner, and Wyatt playing in the sand

8. Eric and Mason swimming together.