Nursery updates and final month!

We are now 36 weeks, so only 4 more weeks to go!! Estimates guess that baby Hicks is about 6 lbs and 20 inches long. We are finishing up some last minute things, but for the most part, we are ready for his arrival! The following are some pictures of the nursery as it is in it's final stages. We still have some things to hang on the wall, but the furniture is all set. We plan on hanging his name above the crib.... but the name has yet to be determined! :-)

Here is a picture of the beautiful bassinet/cradle my parents made for us. Can't wait to fill it with our little guy!!





I am still doing pretty good. My energy level is definitely going down, but for the most part I can't complain! I just keep telling myself "4 more weeks, you can do this!" :) Aaron has also been such a great support- from backrubs to getting me ice cream, he has been wonderful!! Our dog, Bromley, is ready for his little brother to come as well. You can tell he is getting anxious and knows what is about to happen. He is within reach of Aaron and I at all times, just patiently awaiting the arrival.

Well, those are the only updates I can really think of! My next post may be after our bundle of joy arrives! I'll be sure to include lots of pictures. I hope everyone is doing well and we love you all!

Baby shower and a few maternity pictures

   Well, 33 weeks down and only 7 more to go! Estimates are that he is a little over 4.5 lbs now, so he is plumping right up! :-) He is definitely getting stronger as my rib cage has taken a couple good blows! Aside from his strength and some allergies, I have been feeling really good.
  Since the last time I've posted, we've had a baby shower and some maternity pictures taken. The shower was hosted by my friend, Becca, and it was such a good time. I definitely feel more prepared for the little one now, and am working on finishing up the nursery. My best friend flew up from Tennessee to attend the shower, and she took some pictures while she was up here. She is quite the photographer, as we are very pleased with the pictures we've seen so far!!
  I've attached some pictures from the baby shower and some of the maternity pictures I've gotten so far:

Group picture with my closest girlfriends who were at the shower!

Me with the Grandmas!!!

Our car was completely packed with gifts- we are so blessed and grateful!

Here are a few maternity pictures! I am thrilled with how talented Andrea is with a camera!!



I will try to get a couple more posts in before our little guy arrives. Love you all and hope everyone is doing well!
-The Hicks Family