Painting an Easter "Egg"

The Easter Bunny is hopping down the bunny trail and the big day is almost here. One of our favorite traditions is to color Easter eggs so it was on the agenda when Mimi and Ga were here visiting with us.

A special Baby Leonardo Easter Egg was made just for you too :)

But this Easter egg coloring had a special addition :) The night before we painted eggs, your big brother Benjamin told Mama that baby dinosaurs came from eggs (he is correct). So, he said, that means that Mama's belly is the egg for our baby (your brother is SO smart!). And since Mama's belly is an egg, shouldn't we color it for Easter? Mama was so impressed with his logic that she said absolutely! Your brother is ALWAYS thinking of ways to do things for you, little one, and he didn't want you to miss out on the egg coloring.
So your special "egg" got some Easter coloring all its own :) from two big brothers who ADORE you!!!

We love you little egg :)

Papa Duck, Baby Duck, Baby Duck......

and another little Duckling on the way :).........all in a row :) someday soon!

Your Mama sees moments like these every day and I just can't wait to have you here to complete our family! Our three little ducklings all in a row :) (A lawnmower is all ready and waiting for you :))

I LOVE YOU LITTLE ONE!

Showing some school spirit :)

Sweet one,
You got to meet a very dear friend of Mama's today! Nearly 15 years ago Mama met him while she was in college at her beloved Alma College. :) Someday I will show you the beautiful campus and maybe, you will be an Alma Scot?! But regardless, you will be decked out as an Alma fan thanks to our wonderful friend Bruce who knew he had to make sure all of the Leonardos had the best Alma gear :)

Thanks Dr. Bruce! We love you!

PS. Mama can't wait to have your little rump roast in your Alma suit :)

Baby Love

Dear Little One,
You have two big brothers who are so excited to meet you; there are no words to describe how much they love you to the moon and back!
They love to kiss and hug your baby belly. So the moment Mama tried to put her feet up, they were both happy to spend some time loving you. They can't yet feel you kick back every time they speak to you; I love to feel just how much you love them! But soon enough they will cover you with love, kisses, and hugs. You are a treasure to all of us!!

And your Mama is so overwhelmed with joy and love watching my three little ducklings together. God has blessed me with so very much! My heart is overflowing!!

Papa's First Kick

Your Papa was delighted tonight to feel his very first official big ol' boot from his baby :)
For the last couple of weeks, he has thought he has felt little flutters when he is rubbing Mama's belly. And he is quick as lightening to run over and rub the belly when Mama announces you are enjoying another round of gymnastics in there :).
But tonight, without a doubt, you gave Papa your very first kick!
The joy in your Papa's eyes is beyond priceless. I could already see him planning to run around the yard with you! Did you hear him talking to you? If only you could see his proud Papa cheek to cheek grin. Just those little kicks made him so very proud!
Whenever you want to chat with Papa, you know where to find him :). And he'll be ready and waiting for a big long conversation of kicks :).
We love you so very much!!

It's official.....your Birth Day

Little one,
Today the doctor officially scheduled your birth day, the day when we are scheduled to meet you, finally, in person :) - August 18, 2014

Here's the funny story about these birth days....if you're anything like your brothers, you will come on a completely different day when you are good and ready to make an enormously grand and wonderful entrance in to this world! :)
Neither of your brothers came on the day of their scheduled c-section despite the early scheduling to prevent Mama from going in to labor. I think all of you sweet angels just wanted to give Mama an extra special gift (with the broken water and crazy contractions :)) and most importantly, you were letting us all know just how beautifully stubborn and strong you absolutely are! That's what I love about you already!!
And since you were told you might never be possible in the first place, I have a good feeling that you will follow suit and come to us on the special day that you are good and ready :). And your Mama and Papa will be overjoyed when you do!!!
For now, we will wait patiently until August 18 but with a little sly smile knowing that it is more than likely that we will see you before then :)
Keep growing strong, healthy, and beautiful my sweet!!

A gorgeous gift!

Little one,
Look what your Nana Leonardo made you!! It is a gorgeous hand-made quilt and it is absolutely perfect!

Nana brought it on her visit this weekend and Mama can't wait to wrap you in it when you arrive.
Nana is so excited to meet you too :)
While we anxiously await your arrival this summer, Mama will proudly have this in your nursery so that I can admire it each and every day.
Thank you, Nana!!!