observations.

My last post generated some in-state rivalry. It's all fun and games. No harsh feelings, rebs.

But before I leave the football topic all together, I have to first comment on the State game last weekend. Inches away from beating LSU. People were expecting us to get slaughtered. It was a great game - Win or lose, I am so proud of my dogs.

I am now changing the subject.

Some things I have noticed since I have been pregnant (or at least known I was pregnant):

1) My skin is breaking out. I have never been one to break out so this is bothering me in the most intense way. luckily, my face has remained relatively clear of the break outs. Small price to pay for a baby, I know, so I am not complaining. Just stating the facts.

2) My body has already started changing. Is this normal for 10 1/2 weeks? I googled it. Which, I should have learned my lesson by now about googling. I googled my symptoms before I knew I was pregnant and was convinced it was diabetes. No. It was a baby. But I must google. So I did. And it said that some people don't show until month 5. Tell me this is false. I can't wait for the belly to look pregnant, though. Right now I just look bloated. Again, no complaints, just stating.

3) My appetite is outrageous. Which may explain observation #2 more than anything. I eat several snacks a day. In fact, I think I need popcorn right now.

4) I now know where Pet Smart, a smoothie shop, TJ Maxx, and Sonic are all located in Gulfport. I think that is a great first week. This week: grocery store. Wish me luck.

OVERRATED!

In the words of the ESPN announcers:

"One of the top teams in the country? They are not one of the top teams in the conference!"

GO GAMECOCKS!

first Gulfport visit

Kristen, Rob and Henry helped us move in last Saturday. I don't know what we would have done without them! Between them and Trey's parents, we were moved in and pretty much settled in no time. Henry and I did the heavy lifting. You know, pillows, blankets, things of that nature.

Sunday morning before they left, Kristen and I took Henry to see the beach. He loved it! And the beach was actually nicer than I was expecting.

He is just precious.

Working from home is going great. I am actually really productive. Sophie is very annoyed, however, that I never leave. Apparently I am interrupting quality nap time.

In other news, I discovered a gem of a store today. Right down the road there is this coffee and ice cream shop. I ordered the most amazing smoothie I have ever tasted. Strawberry/blueberry. I never want it to end.

Gulfport success story #1: Smoothie shop found.

Gulfport Surprise!

Well, we are officially residents of Gulfport!  

My sweet mother-in-law made this adorable sign (along with colorful balloons!) and had it waiting on the front door of our home as we drove up. 

Notice anything????

BABY SKAGGS!!

We had the shock of a lifetime last weekend! We found out a week before our move to Gulfport that I am pregnant.  We are so excited!  

I swear I was on my way to being the next candidate for TLC's Pregnant and Didn't Know It.  I had NO CLUE! Any symptoms (which weren't a lot and very mild)  that I  had I blamed on stress.  It wasn't until my doctor sister suggested I take a pregnancy test when I called her complaining that I just wasn't 100% and so tired!  We were shocked, but thrilled!!!  We heard a heartbeat on Sept. 12.  It was amazing. 

I am documenting my progress, as requested.  Right now it just looks like I had more than my share of dinner.  I am not promising bare belly shots.  Ever. 

8 Weeks (at our home in Hattiesburg)

9 weeks (on the beach at our new home! )

We can't wait to welcome Baby Skaggs into our family in April!

bye bye, Hattiesburg

I feel like I have been keeping things from the blog world lately.  Nothing personal, just been a little crazy around these parts!

Big news: we are moving. THIS WEEKEND.  (Told you I have been keeping things.)

We are moving to the coast.  I still sometimes can't believe it, but I am really excited.  Trey is changing careers completely.  He is going down to the coast to join the family business.  We could not be more thrilled!  Quiet different from his current gig as Assistant Dean of Students at Southern!

 My job is the result of many answered prayers - I will be keeping my job with RARE, but will be working from home on the coast. I could NOT believe my ears when I heard this option.  It is perfect!  I  will be coming up to the burg once a week.  I am a little anxious about working from home, but I know it will be great.  Sophie will be thrilled, I am sure. 

Everything has been working out perfectly.  We were able to rent our home (that we JUST bought) to a fabulous newlywed couple literally hours after our decision and we will be living in a home that Trey's parents own as a rental property on the coast.  God is good!

Thanks for the prayers - I will keep you updated.  More to come!!

last birthday for this decade

The 20's that is. 

And I am referring to my husband - a man of 29 years as of tomorrow.  

You know him? You should.  He's fun. And he can rock a sear sucker suit and bow-tie. 

To help you know him more, here is an ABC of Trey:

A - Assistant Dean of Students 

B - Bow-tie. 

C - Chocolate. 

D - Damien Rice

E - earth. He's a fan. 

F - Fun. Cliche, but true. 

G - Guitar

H - Hunter of deer. (long sigh....)

I - Ice. He prefers his drinks without it. 

J - Jean Thomas

K - Kids. He loves them, they love him. 

L - love him.  I do. 

M - Music. 

N - National Parks. Or State Parks. (do you feel me, Laura?)

O - Oatmeal. Every morning. 

P - Porches.

Q - Quirky. Well, he is. 

R - Reads. All. The. Time. 

S - Short shorts. Can I get an amen?

T - Tripp Lake Camp. 

U - Ultimate frisbee

V - Very patient. (most of the time.) He has to be to live with me. 

W - West Wing. Love on TV. 

X -  X-citing.

Y - Youth. He loves working with the youth in the church and is very involved in their lives. 

Z - zoos. I love a good zoo, and he has endured many of them for my sake. Good man. 

Happy 29th, Trey! 

I love you!

game face

SEC football action begins today. Oh how glorious!  

I am sad I will not be making the trek to the land of maroon and white this weekend to witness the start of a new era.  Trey's birthday is saturday and he has to work. I could not leave him

 alone on his birthday while working.  Call me a good wife. I just could not do it.  Plus, my parents and Nana are staying with us Saturday night. So ready for them to be here. 

They are attending a wedding in New Orleans, but will be staying with us since n'awlins is practically right down the road. Hence the Saints attire and car memorabilia seen around town.  I love a good football team just as much as the next red-blooded American, but I do not see a point in fully decorating your car to show your support.  Not bumper stickers or tags or even flags from the window, mind you.  I am talking about full on painted car.  

But to each it's own, so I digress. 

Well, I hope all of your cowbells dusted off for this weekend.  Mine will be from afar. Go State!

In other non- football related news, my sweet friend Amy sent me this fabulous gem of a site. I love it.  Check it out.