Name. The Pressure of a Name.

That was a line from Pretty Woman. I don't know why I remember obscure lines like that one. It wasn't even a memorable scene in the movie.

Anyway, Colin and I are 100 percent sure on a girl name. We both are in love with it. Boy names are harder this time around. We both agree on a few, but none seem to be jumping out at us like, "Yes! That has to be the name of our son! It's meant to be!"

I think we're getting close, but we'll see. We have 9 full weeks to decide, theoretically. There is so much pressure when it comes to a name. Will this be a name they are proud of? Could they be President some day with this name? (Wow Kathleen, way to set expectations pretty high). I know that sounds crazy, but I really do think about it. We want to set up our children for whatever possibilities come their way.

Maybe our sureness of a girl name means we are having a girl? Maybe the oppisite? Who knows, but not knowing the sex has added a different dimension this time around. Our family dynamics will change no matter the sex, but the gender surely makes a big difference. Will our family testosterone be leveled out or will it forever be outnumbered.

Colin loves the idea of having the chance to say, "These women are driving me ca-razy!" I can't explain him. If you know him well, it makes perfect sense. :-)

It's in God's hands and no matter what gender joins our clan, it will be as it should be. I can't wait to meet this little person and get to know him/her face to face. Right now, he/she is proving to be squirmy in small spaces. I can't blame the wee one.

Family Filled Easter Weekend

Saturday, Jackie met up with some cousins at Woodward for a little romping around.

Boy did they romp! Caroline was practicing her Yoga moves. Seriously, she stayed in that position for a long time. Impressive.

Thinking back to childhood, just running in an open field was such fun.

This is Jackie's favorite way to travel. She says, "I'm tolllll!!"

Stop, drop and roll by Abbey!

After Mass, we joined the Taylor's for an impromptu Egg hunt. Thanks Taylor's for throwing this together. The kiddos loved it!

Caroline and Abbey had matching hippie outfits on. They looked adorable!!

Managed to rally the troops for this one. I should do a post of all the crazy pictures taken. Some are hilarious.

I think this is my favorite of the weekend. Jackie's Grandpa Larry picked out her dress this year. I think it's classy and adorable. He has great taste! She really looked cute.

The dynamic duo, figuring out this egg hunt thing together.

The best part, opening them, shaking them, and pouring them out of the basket!

We joined the Dowdell cousins for dessert in the evening and another egg hunt. Check out these babies. Baby Tommy was being held and another cousin and of course Baby Manning are on the way. I don't think you could claim that we have fertility issues.

What is this stuff inside?

All of Mom and Dad's grandbabies. Baby Tommy is 8 days old in this picture. He's precious beyond words.

Jason, getting a different view.

Time out! Till next time!

Coloring Eggs for the First Time

"Silly Daddy!"

Visual Musings

Missing Daddy

Colin has been working extra hard lately given his busy time of year with the scholars program and teaching a class at TCC in the evenings. We both miss him terribly when he's gone.

Jackie's all Dolled Up!

Results of digging in Mommy's makeup drawer: Eye liner on the cheek, foundation on lips and headband in a Star Trek Next Generation angle. Pretty good for a 23 month old.

Ft. Worth Zoo Fun

One thing I love about my husband is his love (more like need) for traveling and spontaneity. He called me at work last Thursday and said, let's go somewhere this weekend. We landed on Ft. Worth because it wasn't too bad of a drive, they have lots of things for kids to do and Colin's friends from law school are there. Logan, Nell and Ezra were such great tour guides and so gracious (especially with such a last minute visit). I have pictures from the zoo visit, which Jackie loved!

Jackie and Colin's favorite mode of transportation.

Looking at the cool monkeys.

Weirdest pig I've ever seen. Super hairy!

Ezra, Nell and Jackie checking out the turtles. Ezra is almost a year older than Jackie and he was a perfect gentlemen. He made sure she got to see everything Ft. Worth had to offer and would hold her hand and guide her to the next destination. It was fun to see them play.

Monkeys from the Lion King! I can't help but think of Stephen Colbert singing the "Circle of Life."

Spotting a school of fishies!

We thought the rhino looked like it had armor on.

We had lots of good food and visited the Science museum the next day. Had no idea how much Ft. Worth has to offer. Great place and we want to go back.