New Car & Nursery Pics

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

Well, Peri and Taquito have been experiencing quite a few changes over the past few months.  Taquito can no longer comfortably lie on my belly as my bump is getting quite large!  I am over 6 months pregnant now and have less than 3 months to go until we meet our little girl.

 

We have been working on the nursery.  Peri and Taquito enjoy hanging out in there.  This morning, I found Peri lying on the rug with her toy, just hanging out.  I am glad they feel comfortable in there.  Here are some pics...it's a work in progress, but I am so pleased with it so far.  The bedding is being made and should be here next month.

 

 

 

We also found this little goldendoodle look-alike at the toy store and I just had to buy it for Charlotte.  How cute is this???

 

 

And finally, we just traded in DH's car. He had a '99 GS Lexus that he received from his parents for high school graduation (yes, he was a spoiled rotten youngest son). He has driven it for over 13 years!  It was a sad day, but the ABS was out and it was time. He took my sedan and I got a total mom mobile.  A Volvo Station wagon. Yep, I am a mom now.  Heck, I had to have either an SUV or something for the baby + choodle!  I am only 5' tall, so this appeals because it does not require a step ladder for me to get into it (or lift the carseat in!).  We are getting a luggage rack added to the top for road trips to see the inlaws.  Gear + luggage + dogs = need for luggage rack! 

 

Here's a sample of what the car looks like.  We got a great deal; it's off a 3-year lease and is in perfect condition.  I love it - it's sportier than it looks. 

 

 

So all in all, dogs have been dealing with a completely new room in the house and now a new car.  Peri came down to the basement to check it out last night and jumped right in and gave it the big sniff over.  She looked so confused why my old car was in daddy's spot!

 

I will post again when nursery is complete and my nesting is in a full-on rage!

 

 

[Colleen, Jake & Baxter]

You have a new chapter in life to look forward to!  I remember the anticipation of a new baby as though it were yesterday even though my oldest will be 24 on Thursday.  Beautiful room and very soothing, no wonder the doggies like hanging out there:) 

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

The nursery is beautiful. Very calm and peaceful. I just love that huge window. And a new car is just a topping on the cake. What an exciting time. Enjoy!

[BG and Gavin]

Your nusery is lovely Allyson!  That windo is just amazing.  What an exciting time in your life.  Enjoy your new wheels too!

[Jennifer and Jack]

Yay for amazing, fun and exciting times in your life! I am drooling over the window in the nursey...everything is coming together ! Yay!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Congratulations on everything, Allyson. The nursery is wonderful. You did a super job. Enjoy your new car!!

[Janie, Jackson and Jilly]

What a beautiful nursery! You must be so excited! The car is great too, good luck!!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Love the nursery, it's so peaceful, and that floor-to-ceiling window is great! I can already see you and Choodle in there caring for Charlotte!

A silver Volvo station wagon was my first "Mom car", too! I was driving a V-8 Mustang when my DD was born, and my father just couldn't have his first grandchild riding around in that, lol!

Enjoy this magical time!

[Leslie and Halas]

It looks like everything is taking shape! Congrats. The room and car are both great!

[Phoebe's Mom]

Such a beautiful nursery!  It all looks so calm and soothing--love the big window.  So exciting and a new car, too.  My girlfriend picks up the same car--but in black--tomorrow and she is  mom to a hulking 14 year old ball player and two labs.  Congratulations on this wonderful time in your life.

 

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Ahhh, our little Allyson is growing up ... station wagon, nursery, and a soon to be Mom!  Love the pics.  I also love the name Charlotte!