Gruene River Reunion

This past weekend we headed to Gruene for a little fun and relaxation on the Guadalupe River. It was the first family reunion we have had with the Barber side of the family and from the amount of fun we had I hope we are able to all get together for years and years to come. We spent the whole weekend floating in the river, canoeing, and playing games. It was great to see everybody and catch up on things. For the record I think my husband, regardless of his lack of love for the water, has officially become a river rat. I couldn't keep him on dry land. This is the whole clan. It is amazing how much we have all grown up and how big our family is getting...and remember, next year there will be one more added to the mix.

Deep Thoughts

Justin and I can't wait to be parents!! We feel that we are totally prepared and have been for ages. On the other hand we are realist and understand that there is some naivety in the previous statement. That is why I have decided to open this particular post up for specific comment. We are asking that you share with us your deepest thoughts on parenting and how to remain sane while doing it. Please leave your comments. Thanks.

The Plan

At this point I have come up with a new direction, or game plan, for our blog...at least for the next 7 months or so. I am going to use "Becoming the Buskirks" as a diary of sorts for all the trials and life changes that were are headed for with this pregnancy. I will be making lots of updates and changes to the blog so please come back often and check out the news and see how things are progressing. We love you all and can't wait to share this special time in our lives.

Keeping Secrets

It might have been the hardest thing we have ever done but Justin and I successfully kept our secret for over 5 weeks...we are having a baby! Our little bundle of joy is scheduled to come into the world on March 3rd, 2009.

The doctor said everything looks great! Baby Buskirk is 21.8 mm long (roughly the size of a grape) and 9 weeks old.

We are so excited and nervous and anxious. There is so much to do and so little time...215 days to go!

My Very Own, Real Life, Cowboy!!

For the wedding Justin had to get decked out in full cowboy gear: western jacket, bollo tie, cowboy hat, and horse...just kidding about the horse. He was so handsome! The only drawback was that most people didn't recognize him; Literally his grandpa walked right by him.
Chad and Lexi tied the knot in Alliance Nebraska at the Sunken Gardens in Central Park. It was a lovely spot with all the flowers in full bloom. There were white arbors on either side of the garden where some guests stood to watch the ceremony.

After the ceremony we headed back to Hemingford for the reception at the fairgrounds. The hall, which I helped to decorate, was full of family and friends.They even had a live band which gave us plenty of chances to wear in Justin's new boots. We closed the party down around 2:00 in the morning. It was a great evening which I am sure we will all remember for quite a while.

Congrats to Chad and Lexi - We wish you guys a lifetime of happiness!!

Life on the Farm...

Justin and I just got back from an entire week in Nebraska. It was a wonderful time as usual however this one was a little more hectic than the others. We were there to attend the wedding festivities of Chad, Justin's brother, and his fiance Lexi. We spent the week decorating, celebrating the last days of singledom, rehearsing, and then undecorating. It was alot of work but we were so glad to get to be there for their special day. And don't let all this wedding talk confuse you...we did have a few chances to just relax. We spent time doodling with chalk, playing bocce ball, and even shooting off fireworks. On our last day there, July 4th, we took part in a family reunion where I finally got to met Justin's aunt Brenda and his great uncle Al who came in all the way from Iowa. To finish out the day, and our time in Nebraska, we celebrated with Smores outside. As always it was a great time and we are looking forward to the next one.

Oh...and I got our wedding signature quilt all stitched. Now all I have to do is the binding and my quilt number 2 will be done. I will update with pictures when it is done.

What Great Color!

Check out these pics of all the early summer blooms. The new yard has already gone through so many cycles that I am not sure we will be able to keep up with tending to it...or getting pics of it.

Also, it appears the peach has survived and is actually growing for a change. I guess it is true that crossing you fingers really does work.