Pitter patter of tiny feet

Well, Christmas has come and gone...what a relief! I've been a little bit of scrooge this year. I think it's because I had to work all Christmas weekend, and I still have very little energy to spare. But, before I had to work Friday thru Sunday, I was able to celebrate with my family and Brent's family, which was wonderful. Baby Hansen isn't even here yet, and he/she is already so spoiled...we got so many presents for him/her! Our little one is very lucky! Now that Christmas is over, our anniversary is Friday. It's been four amazingly wonderful, difficult, and rewarding years of marriage, and the next one will be even better as we finally add to our family! I love you with all my heart honey!

So far, things are still going great with the pregnancy: 17 weeks and counting! I'm still exhausted and throwing up occasionally (shouldn't all that stuff be over by now?!), but otherwise everything is perfect. I listen to the baby's heartbeat about once a week at work with the doppler, which is always reassuring for me. (I'll always be paraoid, but can you blame me?) The latest news is I have been feeling the baby move the last few days; what an absolutely amazing experience! The pitter patter of tiny feet (or hands, elbows, legs, whatever!) in my uterus is so surreal and wonderful...I could just lay here all day with my hand on my stomach, feeling that occasional little wave of movement. We are so blessed!!!

Next up: finding out the sex of Baby Hansen! We have our 20 week ultrasound on Jan 14th, and I can't wait...it cannot come fast enough! Most people are think it's a girl, but a few are thinking boy. My personal gut feeling is it's a boy, but we will find out soon enough! Any guesses anyone?! We will also know if our little one is healthy, and I keep praying for an intact spinal cord, four chambers of the heart, etc. I will keep you all updated! Hope you all have a safe and healthy New Year!

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays from our growing family to yours! May all your dreams come true!

Our Little (or BIG) Miracle!

Hey everyone! I know it's been a while since I've updated, but this is well worth the wait! We are thrilled to announce that after 3+ years and 3 miscarriges, we are FINALLY expecting a little miracle!!! Baby Hansen is due to arrive on June 7th! Brent and I literally couldn't be happier! I'm 14 and a half weeks along, and everything is going great so far. It is such a relief to FINALLY make it into the 2nd trimester! More than 1/3 done!

Due to my history, I have had doctor's appointments every two weeks, so we've been lucky enough to see our little peanut many times. A few highlights: the heartbeat has been nice and strong with each visit; at 8 weeks, Baby was trying to suck on his/her toes; at 10 weeks, Baby was moving his/her arms and legs so much, it looked like he/she was dancing; and at 14 weeks, we heard the heartbeat for the first time! It is so amazing to know that it is really happening this time! I've been nervous of course, but the farther along we get, the more comfortable I feel. Now if only the exhaustion and the nausea/vomiting would start to improve! But it's all worth it!!!!

Below is a picture of Baby Hansen at 10 weeks. Sorry, I know the picture is not very recent, but our last few pictures have been blurry. Thanks to all our family and friends who have been praying for us...I know it helped us get to this point! We should know in the next 2 or 4 weeks if it's a boy or a girl, so stay tuned!!!

They grow up fast!

It seems like only yesterday that I came into the Hansen family, but in reality, it was 7 years ago! Kaitlyn and Preston were so young then, and Kamryn wasn't even a twinkle in her parents' eyes yet! Well, now Kaitlyn is in junior high (and ALMOST a teenager), Preston is playing tackle football, and Kamryn is a year away from kindergarten! Here are a few pictures of Kamryn playing soccer (which is hilarious, to watch a bunch of 4 and 5 year olds), Preston playing football, and Kaitlyn's dress for her first junior high dance! They grow up so fast!!!

Livia's 1st Birthday

Wow, time flies! Livia Paige Roesler celebrated her 1st birthday on October 13th. Where did the last year go?! I remember visiting Lindsay and newborn Liv in the hospital like it was yesterday! Our little baby is growing up fast! Here are a few pictures of Livie's birthday party! Happy Birthday little cupcake...you are so loved!

Livie Time!

While in Lawrence for the KU game last weekend, I got to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon with my Livie! (As you can tell, since she's still in her jammies!) She is getting so big and has such a sweet little personality. I cannot believe she will be a year old in less than two weeks! Here are few pictures of Livia Paige:


Cutest little smile!!!


Clapping for the Chiefs (3-0 baby!)



Sweet girl laying on her mommy

Hip Hip Hooray for Football!

Football season is finally upon us, and I for one could not be more excited! It is my favorite time of year...football, tailgating with family and friends, beautiful weather! We (Brent more so than me, because of my work schedule) have been busy going to games since the season started, with many more to come! Here are a few pictures from the 2010 season so far:

First game of the year in Ames (Brent finally got to use his "beer belt"):

In KC at Arrowhead for the ISU/K-State game (aka Farmaggedon):

My first KU game of the year in Lawrence with friends:

Don't stick your nose where it doesn't belong!

This is what happens when you are a busy little puppy who gets into things! Poor Woofie seems to have burned her nose on the still-hot grill after dinner one night. :( It had a scab on it, and she came in from playing in the backyard and it was open and raw. Poor baby! But, in true Piper form, it doesn't seem to bother her...happy as always!!!

So long Summer!

Summer 2010 is officially history! Brent and I had a lot of fun this summer, mixed in with some disappointment and devastation with our fertility struggles and the loss of another baby. Needless to say, we are ready for fall...the cooler weather and football season are two of the biggest reasons! But before we welcome fall with open arms, here are some pictures from the last few weeks of summer for the Hansens. Enjoy!

Last weekend of summer at the lake with the family:
A few more pictures from our trip to Colorado:

An evening at the Tooleys' house for our niece Kaitlyn's 12th birthday!

Kaitlyn, Preston, and Kamryn in STL before Scott's wedding:

Brent's last baseball weekend of the summer; the Red Sox won the Harvest Tourney (thanks in part to Brent's 2nd homerun of the season)! Great season Sox!

A fun night at the Better Than Ezra concert with friends at Whiskey Roadhouse:

Brent in the Phillippines with his team: