So Much To Do

I can watch my baby move my belly around now. It's kind of creepy - but then it's also really special. The other day I watched him kick in a circular motion around my belly. I've also felt his little foot. I went for a walk with my parents last week, and he stuck his foot straight up into my belly. It was so awesome!

I have been consumed with daydreaming about how I am going to decorate the new house. When I realized that the vibrant, rich colors and unique patterns of French provencial were a little out of our budget, I decided to go with a cottage style. It means that I must be a little more creative, work a little harder, and spend a little less money. So, I am using an old window whose panes I painted a few years ago as artwork, and I'm recovering the furniture we already have. It's kind of fun just to use my creativity.
The dining room, I have decided, will be done in black and white. I want to group black and white photographs on the wall. I am desparately looking for black and white toile to make curtains out of. Chair covers will be tulle draped across the chair and tied with a black bow.

The nursery - I'm still haven't completely decided on that room. I know that I want to use various colors of baby blue. I want the walls blue, and maybe a blue gingham for the curtains. I want white furniture. But I did want to use some sort of subtle theme in the room. I am trying to decide between frogs or monkeys. The frog theme was originally going to dominate the room. But, then I just wanted something a little more relaxing. Then my little bro' came home with a monkey for Peanut. (My brother, by the way, has really surprised me with his excitement for his little nephew. He informed me the other day,"This baby's going to be spoiled - you know that, right?") That lead to the idea of decorating with monkeys. It is cute and original - and not girly at all. So, we'll see. Comment if you have any suggestions.