Boys or Girls?

We went to the doctor a few weeks ago and everything looked great! We go back on December 7th and will get to find out what we're having!! It's all gone by so fast that we can't believe it's almost time to know if they are boys or girls. So for fun, I've posted a "blog poll" so let us know what you think they are! (just a reminder that they're identical so they have to be the same sex)
I am starting to get a a little baby bump--I'll post some pics soon! =)

1st purchase

I went through Oxford on my way home a few weeks ago and decided to make a quick trip to the Mustard Seed. I literally had about 10 minutes and of course, when you're not looking for anything in-particular is when you see it! ;) I had thought a little bit about changing tables and baby beds but not much but I knew when I saw this piece that it would make a great changing table. I wanted an older piece that I knew we could use later....SO, much earlier than expected, we made our 1st purchase. I liked it even more once we got it home and I think it's going to work great. Now, I guess it's on to thinking about beds!

Double digits

Well, I must say it feels good to reach a "double digit" week of pregnancy--I hit week 10 today! We had an appointment on Monday and everything is looking great. The babies have grown so much and we were able to see their little arms and legs for the first time. One was going ninety to nothing and the other one was curled up and sound asleep. Their heart rates were in the 170's and they're measuring just as they should.

I am still feeling good. I've actually really surprised myself because I just knew that I was going to be dead dog sick. My stomach is weird to begin with and I don't tolerate birth control very well so I just knew I was going to be in for it...BUT, knock on wood, I've really been okay. I do have nausea from time to time but not anything that a zofran can't take care of ;)

As far as cravings, I've had a few. I definitely have not craved ANYTHING healthy. I could eat junk food all day everyday. My craving of the week is Doritos...last week it was Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Quick story on doughnuts---I ran to Wal Mart last week to pick up just a few things (that were NOT on the food side might I add) and I couldn't resist the Krispy Kreme stand they had when I walked in the door! So, I swiped me a box and then took down TWO in the car on the way home---and I don't even live 5 minutes from Wal Mart...Wow--I wonder how many more stories I'll have like that between now and April?! Probably quite a few...

JOY

As alot of you already know, we found out several weeks ago that we will be having IDENTICAL TWINS next spring. We actually found out on September the 8th that we were pregnant and on the 29th we had our first ultrasound that discovered we will be having TWO babies in May!!! We couldn't be more excited and are so, so thankful for this blessing!!! It's been a long, long road and sharing this fun news with you sure has been a long time coming!!! There were days that I wondered if we would ever be able to share this kind of news with anyone, but the Lord is faithful...and here we are....and we truly couldn't have anymore joy in our hearts than we do right now.

Who knows why we have to wait so long for those things that we desire most. Larkin and I have seen some pretty dark days over this "waiting period" but we only hope and pray that our dark days can help bring some light to other couples who may walk our same road. And of course,
we truly cannot thank our family and friends enough for all of the support they have given us and all the many, many, thousands of prayers that were lifted up for us and Baby Kennedy to be. So many have loved us and walked with us and for that we are forever grateful.

We are due May 18th but since it's two they have moved it up about 3 weeks to the end of April. Things have looked GREAT so far so we pray they continue to. Will keep you posted!

"Oh that you would burst from the heavens and come down. How the mountains quake in your presence....for since the world began, no ear has heard and no eye has seen a God like you, who works for those who wait for Him." Is. 64: 1-4

Beachin It

We were able to get away with Will & Merissa for a few days in June. It was so nice and relaxing...a much needed vacation for all of us! From great weather to good conversation from eating way too much to playing Settlers way too long...it was a great trip! So thankful for good times and good friends. And if you have never played The Settlers of Catan you need to check it out. It's definitely a little overwhelming at first but once you get the hang of it it's great. It's now my choice for game night =)

3 movies in 5 days...

Yes, you read that right. I just got back from going to the movies for the 3rd time in less than a week. For those of you that know me well don't fall out of your chair. I know it's not my style...I guess this turning 28 thing has turned over a new leaf and my movie loving husband is liking it...alot =) Seriously, though, I probably go to the movies 2 or 3 times a year...maybe. It's not ever been something I have loved to do---I guess I would rather chat =)....BUT maybe it's the "new thing" of my late 20's...I guess we'll see.

Anyway, we have seen... ...by far my favorite...LOVED it and surprisingly LK liked it, too....

...good story line but a few too many gunshots and blood for me...

and last but not least...

...WOW is about all that comes to mind--it is funny, though--I have to give it that...

And yes, these are in rank order. Didn't mean to do that but it just worked out that way! Not really sure what we will see next. That $16 may need to go towards something else for a few weeks ;)

Drinking from my saucer...

I received this devotion a few weeks ago and it has stuck with me ever since. I thought it was too good not to share. I know sometimes I tend to focus on "the not so goods" of life when in reality I have more good than I know what to do with and have so much to be thankful for. There's no doubt that I am drinking from my saucer cause my cup has overflowed...

I've never made a fortune and it's probably too late now,
But I don't worry about that much 'cause I'm happy anyhow.
And as I go along life's way I'm reaping better than I sow,

I'm drinking from my saucer 'cause my cup has overflowed.

Haven't got a lot of riches and sometimes the going's tough,
But I've got loving ones around me and that makes me rich enough.
I thank God for his blessings and the mercies He's bestowed,

I'm drinking from my saucer 'cause my cup has overflowed.

Oh, remember times when things went wrong my faith wore somewhat
thin, but all at once the dark clouds broke and sun peeped through again.
So Lord, help me not to gripe about the tough rows that I've hoed,

I'm drinking from my saucer cause my cup has overflowed.

If God gives me strength and courage when the way grows steep and
rough, I'll not ask for other blessings 'cause I'm already blessed enough.

And may I never be too busy to help others bear their loads,

Then I'll keep drinking from my saucer 'cause my cup has overflowed.

Reunion

A few weeks ago I had my 10 year class reunion. It was a great weekend. So good seeing everybody and catching up! On Friday night everybody that could met up at Julep around 9 and then on Saturday afternoon we had an Ice Cream Social at JA. We all headed to the Jackson Yacht Club that night. I can't believe it's already come and gone...I would do the weekend over in a heartbeat! Here's to another great 10 years...

Michelle and me at Julep

Little surprise appearance by Elvis...he was at grad
night so of course he had to stop by 10 years later...

If you danced with "The King" then you got a scarf =)

back: Cordua, Cindy, Cathy, Michelle, Marie, Samantha & Sandra
front: Mary Ellen, Anna, JR, Staci

Amanda, Jenna, Courtney, JR

side-note: Courtney and Amanda are twins and they are both pregnant with little girls and
are due ten days apart--how fun is that?!?! =) And no, it wasn't planned--I assure you =)