Thanksgiving in the desert

The Coulson family decided to spend Thanksgiving this year in Palm Desert. We had a relaxing and fun long weekend of playing lots of games (Mexican Train, Canasta, Ups & Downs, Yahtzee, and croquet) and eating yummy food. Oh, and we also spent a good couple hours of taking Christmas card pictures. My mom wanted to take them in front of every fountain and tree in the entire Marriott resort. Love you mom.

GAG shower

My wonderful college friends threw a baby shower for me in the central coast. It was fun to visit SLO and to hang out with my girls. Like always, they spoiled me with baby love and gifts. I love you!

2 boys and a girl

God welcomed 3 of his beautiful children to the world this week. Brady Pray came first (11/2), then Matthew Williams (11/3) and finally Hannah Vanoli (11/8). Kelly, Chrissie, and Michelle are wonderful friends and I know they will be fantastic moms. Congratulations ladies...can't wait introduce your little ones to AJ. :)

AJ's first shower

Four of my mom's great friends threw me an over-the-top baby shower. It was fun to spend the afternoon with family and friends and a bit overwhelming to open so many generous gifts. It makes AJ's arrival seem even more real (and soon!) with all of the baby stuff taking over our living quarters. Thank you to all who showered AJ and I with baby love!


The adorable and yummy petifores

Auntie Myra (who flew all the way from Austin, Tx just for the shower!), Me, Mom (or Mimi to AJ), and my mother-in-law (or Nana to AJ)

I love this shirt!

My dear friend Jenny and I

Halloween Fun

Here are a few pictures from Matt and Di's Halloween/Housewarming party. I went with a low budget costume and resorted to a Pumpkin trash bag and a toilet paper roll stem. It was comfy and my round belly filled out the bag quite well. It was fun to hang out with family and friends and to celebrate the beautiful new home my bro purchased in Portola Springs. We look forward to next year when little AJ will be with us. :)

Pumpkin and Jack Sparrow

Mom, Dad, and Matt

Jack and Marci

San Diego Fires

Only 4 years after the devastating Cedar Fire, San Diego is once again being engulfed in flames. There are many fires burning throughout the county and the Santa Ana winds are making efforts to extinguish them almost impossible. Please pray for the firefighters, the people who have lost their homes, and those whose homes are in danger. Most schools and businesses have shut down for the day and many people are fleeing San Diego. We have not been told to evacuate yet but one of the fires is in east San Marcos and could spread to our area in no time. Here are a few pictures I took this morning from my office in Carlsbad (before we were told to go home!).

7 months

My belly keeps growing and growing. I would like for it to stop now but I know AJ has a few more pounds to put on before making his grand entrance. Sleeping is becoming more uncomfortable and my wardrobe is extremely boring. Walking has also become more challenging because of the Braxton Hicks that come and go and the shortness of breath that quickly arrises. Oh, and the wonderful horse names charlie makes his debut at least once a week while I am sleeping. Calf cramps are horrible! But...feeling and seeing him move around in my belly makes everything worth it. Only 2 months left and I can sleep normal again...ha!

My lovely shadow profile

My mom and I in front of the San Diego Natural History Museum. We went to see the Dead Sea Scrolls that are on display. It was very fascinating.

Home sweet home

It's almost done!