State Fair of Texas

Barris,
 Since moving to Texas, I've always heard that the Great State Fair of Texas could rival Disney in magical moments... so we finally checked it out.
I gotta say, they aren't far off, although this momma has never been to Disney. I can only imagine that The Texas State Fair is a close 2nd!

We started the morning off being greeted by Big Tex himself, he said "Howdy!" and gave us a run-down of the current happenings.
I usually dont feed you such silly foods for breakfast but the corn dog stand was RIGHT THERE. I had big plans to write your name in mustard and take a picture with Big Tex.. you are Little Tex after-all ;)... but the mustard didnt cooperate, so we got polka dots instead.
Then we walked around and found more food! Your dad fell in love with the deep fried, bacon cinnamon roll. It was alright but too much sugar for us.

The Texas Star was calling our name. Its a Dallas/Texas landmark and "The Tallest Ride in the Western Hemisphere". The view was beautiful. You aunt Danni didn't deal with the height very well.

(Atop the Texas Star)

After that we ventured over the aquarium, where we pet the manta-rays and saw sharks, eels, and an alligator. No photos there but I may have done a few happy dances with the eels. They are one of my favorite creatures.
Then it was time to eat again! So we grabbed some deep-fried pb&j with bananas. It was delicious and your mom did another happy dance. As we were eating, we noticed everyone was looking up at the sky. Looking up, we noticed there was a para-flyer landing in the Cotton Bowl with an American Flag.

(I didnt snap this picture, there wasnt enough time too... but how cool is this?!)
We shopped a little, explored a little more and even saw a 1,000 lb bull made completely from butter.
All in all it was quite magical and we can't wait to explore it with you too.
Love,
Your Mom

Here's the kicker

Dear Barris,
 Today, about 15 minutes ago, you kicked me so hard it lifted my hand a little on my tummy. You repeated 4 times. I am in completely in awe of you. You've been moving a little here and there but this was the first power kick.
Your dad left for California this morning on business and it's just you, me and your furry-siblings for the next week. I can't wait for him to get back and feel these kicks.
I love you so much!
Mom

Hockey

Dear Barris,
 It may be in your blood or you may not even know it yet... but our family LOVES hockey. Especially the Dallas Stars. I have a feeling you already love them too by the way you would move around during the game.
Last night was opening night and I couldn't help but snap a photo of you growing in my tummy.
Love you forever Star Child,
Mom

Roadtrip to NOLA

(Mom and Dad after a big breakfast at Brennan's)
Last weekend, we had made a spur of the moment roadtrip to my favorite city, New Orleans.
New Orleans is where I married your dad... It's a magical place full of good times, good food and plenty of adventures.

Every time I visit that city, I fall more in love... and this last time was no exception. I kept imagining bringing you back. Seeing youre eyes light up as you witness the music, people and food. Just like mom and dad, I'm sure you will love it too.

I love you forever,
Mom

Mom and your Aunt Danni in the French Quarter, she calls me Bump because you're growing in this bump of a tummy and loves you so much already

These two photos are me and your dad (and you!) in the spot where we got married.

So excited!

Hello baby,
 I'm so excited to meet you. We are over halfway there with you, 21 weeks tomorrow! I keep day-dreaming of you. All those moments we will share, those tiny toes and your personality... but what I'm most excited for is making my husband your dad.
From the first time we met, to that first kiss, to long road-trips to see each other and moving to Texas. To many laughs, getting married in New Orleans, new jobs and shared moments... they were all leading to you.
You are the puzzle piece to make our life perfect and we love you very much.
Love,
Your Mamma