Maternity Pics...

This morning our good friend Molly came over to take a few maternity pictures before I deliver. I just wanted a few pics to document my final weeks pregnant...and I think these turned out beautifully. These are just a few samples of the many she took! Thanks, Molly!

Nursery is Completed...

A view from the door...
Changing table with old window from our Broadripple house...this will eventually be filled with pictures of Izzy...
Nursing chair and frames that will soon be filled with more pics of Isabelle. The pic in the middle is of Kelly at 3 months...
Old dresser we painted to match the furniture and more frames that will be filled soon...
The crib and rug...

It's official...Isabelle's nursery is complete and ready for her to arrive! We absolutely love how it turned out and find ourselves spending time in there almost every day! The dogs know something is going on...as we find them sniffing around and sometimes sleeping in the room as well. The only thing that is missing from these pictures is our new daughter...

9 Months Prego...

32 weeks (8 months)
36 weeks (9 months)

Monday marks my 36th week of pregnancy...and I cannot believe how quickly time has flown by! It seems like just yesterday I was staring at my flat belly WISHING I would show. Now...it's a different story! My belly continues to grow and I'm feeling that there is just no more room for Izzy to go. Sleeping has become very rare and even more uncomfortable than last month. I guess it's life's way of preparing me for the lack of sleep that is coming my way. 4 more weeks to go!

Prenatal Yoga...

Kelly in Bridge Pose...

A few pregnant friends and I have been spending our Saturday mornings at Lotus Heart Yoga in a prenatal yoga class. It was been WONDERFUL to stretch and learn breathing techniques to make uncomfortable positions comfortable...preparing us for labor and delivery. This morning our Yogi, Robbin, had me in a bridge pose (or my gymnastics coach would call it a back bend)! It felt amazing to get that stretching into my back that is feeling really cramped these days. Robbin had to take a pic with her iPhone to document that anything is possible...

Labor Day at the Lake...

Kelly, Katie & Bridget
Sam & Bridget
Rick & Katie
Mikey & Kelly
Rick & Katie Tubing...
Baxter the Bully enjoying the Sun...

This weekend we enjoyed some great sun at the lake with friends! Katie & Rick joined us at Mike's mom's lake house and then we visited the Tynans at Lake Tippy. We enjoyed boat rides, sun bathing, tubing and quality time with friends. Katie & Rick were celebrating their 3rd wedding anniversary, while Sam & Bridget were celebrating their 3rd pregnancy...lots to be thankful for!

I believe this is the last weekend at the lake for us for a while, as Izzy will be here soon & the weather will be changing soon!

Hanging with Friends...

The whole gang in our backyard...
Brian & Holly
Sandi, Jason & Ben
Katie & Ricky
Kel & Mikey
Sunday evening we had friends over to BBQ and simply relax. Brian & Holly Diaz were in town from Michigan for the shower, Jason & Sandi Morse brought Ben over for some quality BOY time, and Katie & Rick made the long 1 mile trek over to our house for dinner. It was a beautfil evening without any humidity. Good food, good friends...could you ask for anything more?!

Indianapolis Shower...

The beautiful spread...
All my prego friends...

Meg, the hostess
Jaime, Molly & Kelly

Yesterday my great friend Megan Moosbrugger hosted a beautiful shower for all my girlfriends in Indianapolis! The food was delicious, the CAKE was amazing, the flowers were stunning and the company was perfect! Thanks for everyone who came...Isabelle received some great gifts! I will post more pictures as they come my way, so stay tuned!

It was a busy day, as we had some out-of-town guests at our place (we BBQed all evening) and I had another shower to attend after mine! Needless to say, I was exhausted by the end of the day...yet I STILL couldn't sleep (I'm uncomfortable in most all positions: standing, sitting, laying...).

6 weeks left as of today!

Pre-Season Colts Game

Mikey & Kelly (& Izzy)
Zach & Courtney
GO COLTS!!!

Last night we were invited to join our friends Courtney & Zach at a pre-season Colts vs. Bears game. We sat in a suite and dined on free food and drinks...it was so much fun! Can't wait until the real season begins!!!

Lake Shower...

An evening boat ride...
Feeling Izzy move...
Mike's mom, Cathy
My new monogrammed diaper bag!
A very special guest, Nancy Tynan
Perfect for Isabelle...a gift from Nancy Tynan!

This weekend Mike's mom hosted a shower for her girlfriends and mine! My best girlfriends Erin, Mary & Jenny from Chicago (whom I have known since grade school) made the trek to the lake. Although the weather was a bit gloomy, we still snuck in a long boat ride and some great girl time! Jenny & I enjoyed a little shopping on Saturday night. Then we all stayed up playing Dominos for hours (until Erin wasn't losing anymore)! We woke up to rain and a rescue mission to gather Erin and Ellie from their walk & out of the storm. Our step-sisters helped Cathy to put on a great shower filled with good food, games & prizes. Thanks to everyone who attended!

More Shower Pics...

This was their first time seeing my BELLY!
Anna put together collages from old pics...
My sister, Kim, and niece, Taylor...
My three moms...

My step-mom just sent some more shower pics...and they were too cute NOT to post :)

8 Months Pregnant...

28 weeks (7 months)
32 weeks (8 months)
Today marks my 32nd week of pregnancy...which is 8 months. Just 8 more WEEKS until Isabelle is due to arrive. My mom accompanied me to my 32 week appointment to the OBGYN and was able to see Izzy on ultrasound, which was very special! She is measuring right on track and so am I. Still have more growing to do...and I don't know where it will all go!

Michigan Shower...

Kelly & Mom

Cousins, aunts, moms & Nana...
The Wolverton crew...

This past weekend the Keel Clan got together in Michigan for a shower for Isabelle. My mother flew in from Lake Tahoe, my sister drove in from Chicago, and the entire Wolverton family was there to celebrate. There were 4 generations in attendance and it was a very special gathering. I very big thank you to Anna for throwing the shower (games and prizes were fabulous) and to all that helped welcome Izzy into the world.

Mike and our dads attended a racing school - they were able to drive several laps around the Michigan International Speedway at speeds upwards of 150 mph! They had a great time and followed it up with a round of golf.

Nursery is underway...

This past week, Mikey and I have been busy in the nursery! We painted the walls, added a decorative light fixture, and started organizing all of Isabelle's new belongings. You can barely see the crib skirt in the picture, as the mattress is set at the highest level for newborns. We still have a lot left to do: crown molding, buy a rug, bring in the new upholstered rocker, hang the curtains and hang the wall decor. Stay tuned...it will be completed very shortly, as my nesting instinct has kicked in full-force!

Wisconsin Shower...

Grandma Betty, Aunt Deb & Kel
Aunt Deb & baby Jordyn

Aunt Deb & Laura hosted a McCulloch family shower for me in Janesville, Wisconsin on Saturday. We had fun the morning of with a long walk on the trail and preparing the brunch! Baby Isabelle received lots of new clothes, bibs, and her high chair! When the boys returned from playing golf, Mike saw all the gifts and said..."Everything is PINK!" I think he's a little overwhelmed by all of it :)

Uncle Jimmy's Wedding...

Kel, Mike, Bob (Mike's dad) & Laura
Cathy (Mike's mom) & Mike
Mikey & Kelly

We headed up to Wisconsin for the weekend...Mike's cousin Jimmy got married on Friday night. The ceremony was in a beautiful country chapel and the reception was followed with live music downtown Stoughton. All of the Marcks family was in attendance...traveling from all over the country. It was great catching up with everyone. (Sorry I didn't take more pics!)