Decorating and Collecting

About a month ago, the nesting thing REALLY kicked in, and ever since I have been on hyper mode working on projects and getting things done.  Or maybe it's because football season started and Robie is glued to the TV all weekend, so I have to keep myself busy with projects.  Either way, It's kind of nice having all this extra energy, but the third trimester is coming soon (1 week!), and I know my energy levels will be on the decline.

For my first project, I decided to add some color to the nursery.  I only painted the far wall since our walls were already painted a beige, but I think it turned out super cute and brightens the room a ton.

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Then, I worked on decorating letters to hang above the crib from these adorable bird hooks I found at Urban Outfitters.  I used scrapbook paper and mod podge on the wooden letters.

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This weekend, I plan on painting our front door.  I have already purchased the paint, and I can't wait to get started.

Here are a few other fun things Robie and I have been slowly collecting for the baby.  Since we started early getting little things here and there, it has not been a stressful process at all.  In fact, buying all the stuff and decorating is my favorite thing about being pregnant.  So, here is a little preview of things before it all comes together.

Vinyl Stickers for the walls:

(I ordered the owl in teal)

Jeep stroller:

This stroller was recommended from a friend, and after test driving it, I fell in love!  (Thanks Sarah!)  It is even compatible with a few different brands of car seats, so it's like a customized travel system.  My favorite part is that the basket underneath the stroller goes under your baby's feet, so if their shoes fall off or they drop a toy, the basket catches it.

Car Seat:

Chicco is the ONLY option I would consider when purchasing a car seat.  They are built so much better than other brands, and have the best crash rating results.  I don't like how they can't fit into a grocery store shopping cart easily, but I love the bright colors and how easy they are to install.  We went with the Texas Longhorn orange one, and I found a cute car seat cover to go with it.

Just for fun:

I couldn't resist this adorable knit owl newborn hat I found on Etsy.  LOVE!  I am definitely using this hat for newborn pics.

The Crib:

Something about a crib makes me feel like things are official.  It is in the process of being shipped right now, and I can't wait for it to arrive.

We are so excited for our little guy to get here.  I know there are still a few months to go, but we are so grateful that things are going so well.  There is never a day that goes by where I don't thank my Heavenly Father for the blessing that we were able to finally get pregnant.  The gift of life is such a miracle.  Sometimes, I get scared to think about how I am going to be a mom and raise a child.  It seriously freaks me out.  But when I get those fears, Robie always assures me that things will be fine.  I have such a wonderful husband, and I love him so much.  I know he will be the best dad ever, and as long as we are together, we can get through anything.