25 weeks!!

YAY !  25 weeks already!  Just 12 weeks to go! We have decided that 12 weeks sounds a lot better than 3 months.  :)  This month is already flying by !!  Hannah has one more week of school before she is out for two weeks. It will be so nice to have her company during the day. Lucy will be babysitting and helping me out so she will be entertained! Also, I may start embroidering...at least I could put a little "E" on the pink clothes.  Then, maybe we will decide between "C" "L" and "W" to embroider the baby boy clothes!  Why are boy names so hard ?? 

Appt Update

I saw the Dr. yesterday and had a pretty good report. The babies looked great and we heard their little hearbeats.  My cervix length has shortened to 2.8 cm.  The last time he checked, it was 3.8 cm.  Luke and I were a little concerned.  He informed us that this was ok and still in the normal range.  Also, baby girl's head was on the cervix which could have caused it to shorten a little during the time of measurement.   He said if the cervix continues to shorten, then we can start steroid shots for the babies.  So, of course, we have a back up plan.

Bed rest update

7 weeks down...and now I am modified bed rest.  This means that I have done such an awesome job that the Dr. is rewarding me for good behavior.  No, not really!  There are not many changes.  I am still making myself continue complete bed rest with the exception of an occasional car ride to EC Brice to pick up Hannah, eating at the table for dinner, and sitting up in my recliner a little more during the day.  I will not be doing chores around the house, walking or standing for extended period of time, or driving.  Yes, this makes me happy!  Every little bit helps.  I was able to eat at the table with Luke, dad, and Hannah last night and I enjoyed sitting up this morning to fix Hannah's hair.  Also, I am looking forward to a short car ride to look at Christmas lights one night this weekend. God is Good !  We are gonna make it! 

I have almost finished our Christmas shopping all from the comfort of my recliner.  Its really fun to get packages every day !  Even though they are mostly for Hannah.

Next Appts.

Growth Sono-Monday, Dec. 20, 8:00am
Dr Mason - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 8:30am

Thank you this week to :
Dad-steaks, potatoes, salad, groceries, errands, etc...etc...etc., Chilis dinner :) Luv u!
Jacob and Brandy Ainsworth-Chicken and potato dish, peas, bread, cupcakes,cookies
Gran and Papa-Ham and broccoli casserole, apple salad, bread...we loved the salad!
Audra, Michael, Meli - groceries, sweets, yummy Luigis and good company :0)
Katie, Sara, Audra- helping at the parade and keeping me company on Saturday
Katie, Keres, Ava, George-Taking Hannah to Polar Express!  I owe you...maybe Luke owes Keres for making the trip with 3 babies! We luv yall ! 
Mom-working circles around me in the house, laundry, groceries, organizing the Divas clothes, etc...etc.. :)  Luv u!  (this week, we get to wrap) 
Nikki, Chuck, Cameron, Lucas-Chick and Sausage dish, Chessy green beans, rolls, and coming to visit from Lview...MISS u! 
Dr. and Mrs. Riepe-Chick poppy seed pasta, apple salad, rolls, apple crisp, green bean bundles...i love green bean bundles !

Thank you all for your prayers !  Keep 'em coming!

24 weeks

6 weeks of bedrest down

I think I can do 10 more weeks...uggg... Of course I can !  I am doing ok just A LOT restless and bored.  Of course, it helps that I stay busy most of the day with things like Christmas shopping online, ordering Christmas cards, writing thank you cards, helping to organize Sara's baby shower, etc.  Also, visitors are fun.  However, I just want to get out of my house just to take Hannah to school or pick her up or stroll around Walmart or go out to eat or go to the Christmas parade or ride around to look at Christmas lights.  I can do it though! 

Baby update

At 24 weeks, the babies are viable.  Which only means that if they are born now, there is a small chance that they could be saved.  This would mean lots of NICU time and teeny tiny babies.  So, that is not even an option for me but I feel like I have achieved my first goal or stepping stone.  :)  Now, the next hurdle is 28 weeks, then 30, then 32, then 34 ... then the magical 37 weeks!   Dr. Mason is still optimistic in saying that he will induce at week 37 with the slight possibility of a regular delivery, aka no 'C section.'  :)  I say...lets do it!  I love an optimisitic and smart Doctor ! 

What do I feel like?  100 % normal with a few aches and pains from the recliner and bed.  The babies are super active and practice martial arts all day and night.  I don't have much of an appetite but my strict Dr. Anderson makes sure I take in plenty of calories. 

Next appt: Tuesday, Dec. 7; 8:40 AM

Thanksgiving was great !

This year everyone came to our house to share the day with Luke, Hannah, and I since I couldn't travel.  It meant the world to me that everyone changed their plans so that the 3 of us were not alone.  :)  I have to brag and say that my house was beautiful even though I didn't lift a finger.   As most of you know, I love working in my home, entertaining, and taking care of my little family.  So it was super hard to lie here and watch everyone work around me.  I did it though and everything turned out great !  I will offer to make the entire meal next year just to repay everyone for all their work.  Ok, I know that is a big offer, maybe we will host a steak dinner after the babies arrive ? 

Katie and Carol decorated the beautiful tables



Ava and Hannah are 'eating' Dr. Pepper with their spoon like soup.  I think this was all they ate.
Who cares about turkey and dressing when you have DP ?



Hannah's first deer (kinda)
Hannah and daddy went hunting on Sunday morning for a poor little doe (legal on T-Day weekend.)  However, they came home with this... She spotted it, first ! 

Christmas decorating

I am happy to say that my tree is up, mantle is decorated, and the house and front porch Christmas lights are on!  Luke and Hannah did such a great job. They may be the official decorators next year...we will then have two more 'helpers.'  All went very smoothly!  The tree is now in our living area so I can enjoy it every day !  Thank you, Luke and Hannah !  The babies and I appreciate your help around the house !  I love you both very much ! 

Thank you for meals this week:

Ratliff family-American casserole, salad, cookies, bread

Sara and Shane Calhoun-Chili and frito pie

My Shreveport bunch and dad-Thanksgiving dinner with dessert and Mimi's rolls :0)

Tammy Foster-Chili, cornbread, praline ice cream bars

Stacy Fitts-Beef Goulash and veggies

Sara- BK lunch with a coke ;)

Josh and Jaton, Trevor, Marley, Blakers-Chilis gift card and a great visit ! 

Thank you for thinking of us !

The Care Calendar website is http://www.carecalendar.org/?cid=55053.  Password is 3984.    

23 weeks

Holy cow! Look what we accomplished this weekend! I say 'we' because it was a group effort. ( yes, even I worked....I hung every piece of clothing in my chair). Katie and I have continuously saved every item of clothing, shoes, hats, bloomers, etc from our babies, Hannah, Ava, George. Needless to say, we had at least 20 tubs to organize with sizes from newborn to 3t. Craziness!

Mom,Katie,Carol and I managed to develop a system so we could organize all these beautiful clothes. We labeled boxes from 3-6 month, 6-9 month, 12 month etc. I put all the 0-3 month clothes on pink and blue hangers.

After !!  Now, baby A and B Anderson are set! Well for now...I am sure a few more things will be purchased. Especially as I remain on bed rest.

Thank you Jan Jan, Cita, Aunt Katie, Gran, Ava, George and Hannah for helping me get the nursery ready!  Also, thanks for staying with me while Luke was out of town.  We owe you BIG TIME ! 

Also, Katie and I just purchased an early Christmas present...embroidery machine! I am so excited! When mommy and daddy decide on names, all the babies' clothes will be monogramed. Now, just need to figure out how I can monogram in the bed...there has to be a way!

Baby update
My doctor appt went well today! It was very short and sweet, but I still got out of the house. My yard is covered with beautiful yellow and red leaves and I have a few roses and mums blooming. Who knew ?? 
Dr. Mason sonogramed the babies. We heard the heartbeats and learned that baby boy is breech for the moment and baby girl is now on the right side. That's what all the chaos has been about...I have two gymnasts in my belly...or two more Hannahs!

Bed rest update
Well, no change! Still the same ole, same ole! I was given a glimpse of hope today though. My bed rest may change from strict to moderate after two weeks. Which just means, eating while sitting up, and maybe a longer shower...

Thanksgiving
We have invited everyone over to our house for t-day! All the Andersons, Sandlins, Fites, my mom, Ralph, Dad, and Jojo. Of course, I cant cook or do anything to prepare but I have lots of helpers. My tables already look beautiful ! This will be our first thanksgiving at home and I am excited! Truthfully, I will not be doing anything but watching everyone work around me. I will be able to lay around and enjoy the company for the day. If you know me, you know i love to entertain so it will be hard to sit back and watch but I don't have a choice. I will make the best of it because I know that next year will be a whole new story! Also, doc said I can sit at the table for lunch! Yay!

We have so much to be thankful for !  I am happy we get to share thanksgiving with both of our families, even though I am 'out of commission.' Thank you everyone for making this happen!  It means a lot to me !


Thank you for meals this week:
Thank you all for taking time to prepare a meal for us!
Carmen Zumaya and Sara Calhoun for a Fab enchilada lunch

Mrs. Margaret Burrows, Mrs. Karen Harmon- roast, potatoes carrots, homemade bread, pea salad, fruit salad, triple layer choc cake, and choc chip cookies (fed us all weekend)

Pam Fite- meatloaf, green beans, mashed taters, butternut squash soup
Jeannie and Todd Jaggers- chicken spagetti, salad, garlic bread

Sherry Fox-cherry dump cake (one of my faves)

Michelle Luck- Yummy wrapped chicken, sweet green beans, rolls, mashed taters

Cita- Tea room lunch
Audra Pennington-Keeping Miss Han all day Tues
Cita, Aunt Katie-Taking Han to see SANTA !

Look how well we eat!

22 week growth scan/sonogram

Yay! I had a fabulous outing yesterday! I had a growth sonogram on both of these babies! Needless to say, I didn't sleep much last night bc I was so excited! At first, there was a bit of confusion to determine what to call the babies in the sonogram report, baby A,B, or C. There are two babies now but we still want to call them baby B and baby C. If you know Luke very well, you know we gotta get this right the first time. Once that was figured out, we proceeded without any problems.

Baby girl- weighs 1 lb. 1 oz; measuring 3 days ahead, she is head down,
Baby boy- weighs exactly 1 lb.; measuring right on time, he is head down.

Both of their heads are together (so they can chat). Their feet constantly kick my belly button area and rib cage. They are about 11 inches long. All looks perfect!

Baby girl's hands



Baby Girl checking out what all the 'buzz' is about



Baby boy parts !!

Baby boy being shy with hands over eyes

Bed rest update
So, how am I really doing?  Do I get terribly bored ? Yes!  Is it hard being 100% dependent on everyone else? YES !   Do I hate staying in the house everyday ?  YES! Am I gonna make it ?  YES I will make it!  
I have a routine and I stay busy believe it or not.  I have visitors throughout the day like dad brings me coffee, mail, groceries, and feeds the dog; Sara comes to visit at lunch; Luke comes home at lunch,  Mom does odds and ends around the house a fews days a week; Cita comes by at lunch or afterschool a few days a week; Lupe comes to clean and tornados through the house;  AND I have friends in and out all the time !  I love visitors ! 
 I am a little (no, A LOT) nervous about how my body will act after all of this but I have Audra, Sara, and the gym...so get ready girls !  

All of this bed rest business will be history in March and I am planning summer trips already.  I think we will plan on the beach in May to kick off the summer!  The babies will LOVE the beach ! Hannah has LOTS to teach them!

Thank you this week to:
Sara and Shane- loaded nachos and a movie; lunch and virgin mimosas, Thank you Sara for being the best preggo partner EVER!
Luke- grilled steaks, potatoes, salad...yummy!
Dr. and Melissa Mason, Tracie Rose- delish baked ham, salad, green beans, mac and cheese(Hannahs fav) angel food cake and fruit!
Judi and John Howell-fried chicken, potato salad, mac salad, deviled eggs, pie
Gran and Papa-chicken, mac and cheese, beans, corn, pecan pie
Mrs. Ellerman-oatmeal cookies
Linda Atkinson-pork tenderloin, sweet green beans, potatoes, carrots, brownies
Marla Sheets- Laura's Cheesecake taco salad, cookies....great to catch up!

Also, a few people have asked about the Care Calendar.  http://www.carecalendar.org/?cid=55053
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This has been A HUGE blessing!

Prayers are working! Thank you all for your love and support! God is good!   These babies need names...I will share next week, if we can figure out baby boy's name.

Hannah's 1st (and last) Cheer Competition...for this year

Of course, Hannah LOVED the cheer competition and I think Jan Jan and Cita had a fun day, too.  Thank goodness her little team is a 'show team' so they ALL got a trophy.  She was THRILLED !  Plus, Jan Jan and Cita bought her prizes.  :) 

Jan Jan and Cita-Thank you a MILLION for taking Miss Han to the competition ! 

Katie and Sara-Thank you for keeping me company !  :)  I enjoyed the virgin mimosas in my lounge chair on the patio. 

Hannah, Ramsie, Abbie Kate

YAY !  I think we LOVE to CHEER ! 

21 week check-up

Bedrest- 22 days down
I got to leave the house today ! I noticed a lot of things that I used to see daily that I never took the time to appreciate.  I saw the leaves changing on all the trees in my yard and neighborhood (i couldnt help but think that ALL of those leaves would eventually fall but it won't be my problem this year).  The red and yellow trees are so beautiful.  It is amazing that some people are putting out their Christmas lights, etc.  Still a little early for me but nice to see that Christmas is right around the corner.

 I was actually nervous to travel the 3 miles to the dr office.  I still have stamina but I was unsure how my body would react to being 'up' that long.  We parked close (illegal in the handicap space) and Luke wheeled me in to Dr. Mason's office.  As usual, the nurses got me right in to see the doc.   We had a sonogram of the babies and they barely stopped moving long enough for the doc to measure heartbeats.  Eventually, we heard strong beating hearts and saw healthy, very active, babies.   My cervix length has not changed in two weeks so this was very reasurring...we are doing good. :)   I also got my hydroxyprogesterone shot.   I will remain on bedrest with bathroom privileges....why not, its working. 

Thank you for meals this week :

Judi and John Howell-Lasagna Casserole, Garlic bread, Salad, Choc Sheet Cake (w/o nuts...my all time FAV)
Chessy Taylor- Roast, Potatoes, Peas, Cornbread,Carrots, Pecan Pie (yumyum)
Nancy Lloyd-Chick Salad and Tort Soup
JanJan-Chick Pot pie
Sara-Subway for lunch

Next Appt:
Wednesday, Nov. 17, 8:30AM
Growth Sonogram, Open Imaging, MP

Tuesday, Nov 23, 8:50 AM
Dr. Mason

Hannah Update:
This week, Hannah is so excited about her FIRST cheer competition PLUS she gets to spend the night with Captain and Cita PLUS she gets to ride to the competition with JanJan and Cita.  :)  Also, she and daddy are perfecting their morning and evening routine.  They are both doing JUST FINE.  MY favorite time of day is after bathtime.  She crawls up in my bed and we read, talk about the day, or watch a movie.  Sometimes, she can feel the babies move and she thinks this is SUPER COOL.  I think she is adjusting very well.  It is really a good transition time for her before the babies come. 

 Next week, I will have pics of the little cheerleader in FULL glitter cheer make-up.  :) 

Thank you for all the prayers and support.  Please keep the prayers coming! 
Much love, Tasa

Almost 21 weeks ...

Bed REST...19 days down
So, I think I AM GONNA MAKE IT !  I am feeling a lot more positive about this pregnancy, even more than last week.  Every week I feel a little more confident. Physically, I am still feeling really good with no cramping or any other pain.  I would LOVE to get out of my chair just to help Hannah get dressed, pack her lunch, fix my own meal, or sit on my porch.   However, who can complain when EVERY meal is hand delivered on a 'platter,' someone does ALL my laundry, ironing, grocery shopping, cooking, errands, and cleaning. 

Also, Hannah has a full time 'keeper' that gives her 100 % of their attention after school and on the weekends (usually a grandparent/aunt/cousin).   Hannah can not stay home alone with me...she would burn down the house, no doubt.   Of course, daddy takes care of both of us in the evening by making sure we are fed and bathed before bed, gives my shot, does laundry, gets the backpack ready for the next day, etc.  Then in the morning, daddy dresses the little diva,  dresses me (i'm no longer a diva, much more low maintenance), makes our breakfast, gives my shot, gets me situated for the day then takes Hannah to school.   Since we live in the same town with most of our close family, Hannah gets to play with different cousins and friends every weekend and she is truly loving life.  Needless to say, Hannah has NOT missed a 'beat.'  She has her first cheer competition this weekend in Denton.  Cita and Jan Jan are taking her for the day.  She is SO EXCITED and she gets to go with TWO grandmas.  :) 

Rewind to the past two weekends...I have decided weekends are fun bc I have lots of FABULOUS company BUT it is so hard to see them come and go when I am stuck in the house.  The weather has been beautiful and makes me want to work/play in my yard, go shopping, or sit by a bonfire. 

Last weekend, Halloween, Hannah had her first slumber party with "Gram Pam," "Daddy George" and Ava at the Fites house in HS. Pam had the evening planned out with lots of crafts and baking.  Katie and Carol spent most of Saturday with me since Luke had to work.   Katie re-organized my closet and drawers so my maternity clothes can be easily found (mainly for Luke).   Also, she picked out Hannah's clothes for the school week which is a HUGE help for my (color blind) husband.   Thank you Katie and Carol for helping with all the Halloween 'to dos' and chores around my house.  MUCH APPRECIATED by ALL THREE of us !  Here's Jasmine...(Luke may be the new photographer in the family. I love these pics.)

This past weekend, Aunt Jojo, Jamie, Chloe, and mom came to babysit me and Hannah (and work circles around me all weekend).  Mom did all my odds and ends around the house like water plants, put up Halloween decorations, cleaned out fridge, grocery shopped, organized Hannah's closet (yes, this has to be done weekly, she is so spoiled rotten with clothes and SHOES).  Saturday, Jamie and Jojo took the girls to Walmart for more groceries and brought home Randy's burgers.  Also, they got Hannah ready for the school week, washed every stitch of laundry, cleaned bathrooms, and I think Jojo even cleaned light fixtures. My house is MUCH cleaner than normal.  :)    Papaw took the girls back to Walmart bc we had an earring emergency and both girls came home with new earrings!  Thanks Pap !  Hannah and Chloe put a puzzle together for the nursery and Jamie decopaged it for me...so cute !  Thank you Jojo, Jamie, Chloe, and mom for a great weekend ! 

CareCalendar.org

We have had a AMAZING group of friends and family bring food and even more sign up through November and most of December.  I can't even express how HELPFUL this has been for all 3 of us!  It is just such a BLESSING! I know it makes Luke's life a million times easier...plus we are eating healthy food instead of take out. 

Thank you for meals last week:

Sara and Shane Calhoun-Chicken and Dumplins and a fun movie.
Grammy Jojo-Chicken Stew, cornbread and Halloween cookies
Suzan Garret-Fiesta Shrimp, Rice, Baked rolls, and Yummy cake
Jillian Cooper-Chicken Enchiladas, Beans, rice, queso
Amy Schmitt and Leah-El Chicos
Lupe Heim - Posole, rice, fresh salsa
Nancy Mays- Shrimp Gumbo
Amy Jones-Ham and Cheese Sammies
Dad-Laura's cheesecake breads and fudge
Cita- Chicken and dressing, corn, green bean casserole, pintos
Jamie Cody- tacos for lunch
Audra Pennington - tea room for lunch

Gran and Papa-Fresh flowers
Amanda and Jack-Cookie Bouquet and Mary Kay lotions
Farmington gang-Beautiful flowers

We are ALL eating VERY well.  The babies are getting lots of good nutrition, too. :)  I plan to keep them growing and growing as I lay here and 'grow.'

Next Dr. Appt. - Thursday, Nov. 11th; 9:00 AM
 I get to leave my house for the FIRST time in 2 weeks!