Last date of single married life!

For our last night of single married life... that is if this baby ever comes... We went bowling and got pizza and ice cream. It was weird thinking that from now on we wouldn't be able to just do whatever, whenever. We have to now be responsible and all our decisions will be based on what's best for the baby and our family! Weird!

That's right- I won both games... which never happens! Guess this baby is good luck!

The name debate...

I already know we won't decide on a name for sure for sure until she FINALLY arrives and we see her to make sure the name fits.... but we do have some ideas and I'd love to hear your feedback!

In no particular order:

Brinley Nicole Astill

Olivia Ann Astill

Megan Riley Astill

Megan Jane Astill

Cami Ann Astill

Lilly Ann Astill

Ava Nicole Astill

The first three names are our favorites I think.  I just put in middle names as I typed.  I haven't decided if it's weird to use my name as her middle name yet or not but I like it as a middle name.  Ann is my sweet mother's name.  And Riley is Courtland's dad's name and Courtland's middle name.  I think it's kinda turned to a girl name and think it would be so so cute to use for our girls middle name but I'm having a hard time convincing Courtland.  He says it's a boys name only and you can't name a girl after her dad.  I really liked Olivia and Ava until I found how popular they are.  Courtland's favorite names are Brinley and Cami but I think he likes those names because they were hot girls that went to his high school. haha  Anyway, our baby might not have a name for awhile even after she is born.  Courtland and I are horrible at making decisions... and knowing me, I'll probably come up with some completely random name at the hospital- like the nurse's name or something!  What is your favorite?

The past month or so... Sorry I haven't had internet!

Well it has been way too long since I've updated, not my fault.  We haven't had internet.  The comcast man came today though so I can now enter back into the blogging and internet world! haha  As for an update on my current pregnancy condition... We went to the doctor on Tuesday and I've thinned but no dilation.  The doctor says since this is my first pregnancy and I measure a little small (I don't know how, I feel huge!  And look it- I know, I can see the pictures and my reflection in the mirror! haha) that he won't induce me early.  So my wishes of having her on the 6th because that's my sweet grandpa Rabe's birthday and then on Wednesday because then her birthday would have been 09.09.09- didn't come true sadly.  And I'm not holding my breath, I think I'm being taught patience.  However, my doctor said if I haven't gone into labor on my own by my appointment on Monday then he'll induce me that night.  So baby Astill will for sure arrive sometime late Monday or early Tuesday- if not on her own time.  Patience, patience, patience..... SO ready to be DONE!

Lucy's first time being in heat and Courtland insisting I somehow keep a diaper on her.  He didn't know female dogs go through the whole "time of the month" thing too.  Any suggestions on what other people do to keep from messes?

Courtland's first day of the Master of Accountancy program at BYU.  He's trying out riding his bike to school- such a cute hubby!

39 weeks- just keep getting bigger and bigger.  I don't think I can stretch anymore!

38 weeks prego... And notice the ribbon in my hair- Courtland LOVES when girls where ribbons in their hair. He got this one off a present and tied it on me insisting I wear it. Good thing we're having a girl so he can put ribbons on her everyday!

36 weeks along and feeling it! Not my best shot..

Baby Shower in Amarillo

The girls out here were so sweet to throw me a baby shower last week.  Nicole and Dana hosted it and invited all the "Apx wives" as we call ourselves. haha  Thanks girls for the good time and super cute presents- you out did yourselves- Courtland & I really appreciated it!

Podunk Amarillo...

You know you're in a podunk town when:

• Within the first five minutes of stepping out of the car an old lady tells you "you need to start exercising" jokingly and then comes and grabs your belly and says to "make sure you protect your family jewels."
• You're at Walmart pushing a shopping cart and you get approached by a lady saying "you're going to kill your baby!" Me, shocked and confused- "What?" Lady- "You're not supposed to do that or it will hurt the baby" and continues on and on about how I'm hurting my unborn baby.
• You're in target and the lady behind you in line says, "Oh honey, not you too!" Me, again confused, "What?" Lady- "We have enough teen pregnancy's in this town- don't they teach you nothin in school these days?"
• You go to enjoy a peaceful hour at the pool of reading and soaking in a few rays and a guy comes to sit next to you and begins hitting on you with a beer in one hand and cigarette in the other. In my head I'm thinking- "clearly you can tell I'm pregnant being 34 weeks along and don't appreciate the smoking as I cough making it obvious." He says, "Hey sugar, you want a beer?" Me- "Uh, I'm pregnant and I don't drink anyway" in an annoyed tone. Then as I'm getting up to leave, him- "Hey, you leaving so soon?" Me- "Yeah, it's hot out here." Him- "Well then let's get in the pool and cool off!" Me- "I'm actually going to meet my husband for lunch." Him- "Oh make him wait, he won't mind."
• There are 5 registered sex offenders living in our same complex. (Don't worry mom- Courtland worries enough for the both of us and always makes sure I'm making safe and good decisions.)
  

Yes, it is true- I'm living in podunk central and am meeting some very interesting people. Good thing I only have to be here one more week and then will be back in good ol' Utah! But I feel bad Courtland has to stay until the end of August- I'm so lucky to have such a hard working husband!

Natural Bridge Caverns in San Antonio

We went with some Apx friends to these sweet caverns. There are over 2 miles of them and they go over 200 feet deep.

Me, Lauren, Ryan, Macey, & Ron

31 weeks pregnant- how do I still have 9 weeks left? I already feel like I'm going to explode!

Paintballing, 4th of July, & 30 weeks!

Courtland's office got to go paintballing for meeting their sales goal for the week. I've never actually been paintballing and really really wanted to go, but Courtland didn't think I should being pregnant and all. This was the result of his activity- ruined pants and welts (oh and gotta love the farmers tan!)

For the 4th of July the office got together for pizza, volleyball, and swimming! We didn't even go to fireworks, but we still had a fun day!

Made the 30 week mark- and getting huge!

I made it to my third trimester- 28 weeks!

On father's day I was officially 28 weeks and my belly definitely shows it! I'm glad to be back in Texas with Courtland- being away from him for 3 1/2 weeks was not such a good idea.. way TOO long!

This is what Courtland got for his one and only "father-to-be" present. The little red shirt says, "daddy's little cupcake."
Happy 28 weeks, third trimester, and father-to-be day!

CMA Country Fest in Nashville Tennessee!

My husband was so sweet to let me go to Tennessee this year for the country fest! If you didn't already know, I'm a HUGE country fan and was super excited to go. All the big stars were there and would perform 5 or 6 songs each. The big performances started at 8pm every night and went to just past midnight from Thursday to Sunday. I was in heaven all weekend long. Some of the people we saw were: Jason Aldean, Josh Turner, Martina McBride, Dierks Bentley, Little Big Town, Jake Owen, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley, Kid Rock, The Judds, Reba, Jamey Johnson, Zac Brown Band, Trace Adkins, and the list goes on.

So the first night of the fest there was a tornado warning issued and they had to clear the whole stadium and most people just left. But us die-hards stayed and waited it out. It started raining and hailing so hard it looked like a blizzard outside! We waited until just past midnight when they announced they would continue on with the show! That was probably the most fun night we had, waiting and then the show was awesome because there wasn't so many people and the artists were super fun with the crowd. Dierks Bentley even fell on his butt because the stage was all wet and slippery. A definite unforgetable night!
Some random girls sleeping out the storm...haha

Me, Kendra, and my cute aunt Sarah- her husband was so sweet to get us the tickets, Thanks David!

The sunsets there were gorgeous!

Sarah, Jacqueline, Kendra, and I on day two of the concerts.

Titan stadium where it was all held.

I had such a fun time in Tennessee at country fest, even more fun getting to spend time with Ben and Kendra and my Uncle David and his family. Thanks for letting me come!

Family Bowling Night

Sorry- we really need a new camara so the pictures aren't the greatest quality.

My mom and dad took us all bowling for one last night together before Kendra and I left for Tennessee and we had a blast.

Pretty sure even my niece and nephew bowled better than I did! I blame it on being pregnant!