Everything I love most in life...

I love these boys more than anything else in this world. I am so blessed.

My Son

I would like to introduce my son, Michael Weston Wolff. Isn't he beautiful?

I will post more later...
For now, just enjoy the pictures.

Road trip to Alabama!

We left Gaffney at 11:00 am and started making our way to Alabama. We had to make a few stops in Greenville. (Thank you Jessica and Chris for your gift! I know it will come in handy these first few weeks!)

Then we headed down the road. Here is my road trip survival kit: A Rt. 44 Cherry Limeade from Sonic, A great Karen Kingsbury Book, and a new crochet project.

 I was actually able to get half of the blanket made during the ride down.
Andrew wanted to make a stop in Atlanta, so we could eat at The Varsity. We could have taken 285 and gone around Atlanta, but instead we took 85 right into Atlanta. 

He looks ready to eat!

 The Varsity food was good, but it has nothing on The Beacon, in Spartanburg. Sorry Atlanta people. You just don't know what you are missing.

Yes, I am a Big Dork!

Getting out of Atlanta, we got in bad traffic, but we just rolled with it. About 30 miles outside of Atlanta, I got a turn driving. We finally made it to Alabama, and I tried to take a picture of the sign with my iPhone, while I was driving. But it just didn't work. All I got were trees. Andrew was sleeping, so I didn't think it was necessary to wake him up just to take a picture. We drove by Talladega Superspeedway, which was cool to see. We also drove by the Boy Scouts of America Headquarters, and Andrew got really excited about that! I think we will be having to make a stop on the way home, or we might just go one day while we are down here, and are looking for things to do. I can't wait to get a picture of Andrew, holding his son, in front of the Boy Scout sign. I drove the rest of the way, until we were at a standstill in traffic, and we did a "Chinese fire drill" and Andrew drove the remaining 15 miles. For some reason, he just isn't comfortable with me driving in heavy traffic...I wonder why?? J/K We got to our hotel, and checked in. We were able to use Andrew's priority club points for the reservations, and only had to pay $30/night for the first 3 nights, and then the last night we are here, we have to pay full price. But they did upgrade us to a 1 bedroom suite, rather then the studio, and it is wonderful having the extra space.

Living Room

Kitchen / Desk

Bedroom

All ready for the baby

After we got all settled into the hotel, we went and ate one last dinner as just the two of us. Andrew's boss had given him a gift card for Lone Star Steakhouse, so we went there. If I had been paying, I wouldn't have been happy. The food was just ok, but nothing wonderful. But, it was nice that she gave us the gift card, and we appreciate it very much. After dinner, we went to Wal-Mart to get some things to have in the room for the next few days. Drinks, snacks, cereal... Then we came back to the room, and went to bed. It was a long day of traveling, but we have a huge day today, and we needed to be rested. It's funny how God prepares you for something like this. Last night, I woke up every 2 hours. I think this is a sign of things to come...

Well, I will update later with pictures of my SON!!! Only 2 more hours until he is in my arms!!

Wordless Wednesday

The Best Birthday Ever!

Today is my 28th birthday, and it is one I will remember for the rest of my life. I am finally a Mama! My Son is healthy, and doing great, and hopefully, I will see a picture of his sweet face today! What better birthday gift could I ask for? Just 4 more days and I will be holding him in my arms!!

I'm a Mama!

We got the call about 3:30 this afternoon, that our son was born! He was born last night around 6:30. He weighed 7 lbs 3 oz and is 19 inches long. He is healthy and doing great!

We actually got the call during my nieces birthday party, so my whole family was there to get the wonderful news. I am so happy that my dad was able to get pictures of the phone call!

Finding out our son was born!

I Can't believe we have a son!

Hearing the most wonderful news!

The Proud Parents!

Now we just have to wait the 5 days before we can go pick him up! I think these will be the longest days of my life!

Baby Gifts

On Friday, Andrew came home from work with a gift from his boss! I was so excited to open our first "baby gift"! The gift bag had four little outfits in it! They are all so cute, and perfectly sized for the next 6 months!

Also, on Thursday at work, my boss gave me a sweet card, and a gift card to Wal-Mart. I have only worked for this guy for a little over a month, and he was so sweet to do that. I am so grateful to have such wonderful people in our lives.
Now, we just need the baby... Yes, we are still waiting. I thought for sure, that he would come last week. But, he's still baking. I will be thrilled whenever he comes, but I would really rather it be sooner than later. If he waits and comes on his due date, that would be the best birthday gift I will ever receive! I'll update as soon as I hear something!

Switch-A-Roos

On Thursday night, I met Jessica in Greenville at the Switch-A-Roos Consignment sale. It was the first night of the sale, and it was only open to consignors and first time moms. I left right after work and headed straight to Greenville. As I was getting off the interstate, I got a flat tire. I pulled into the first parking lot I could get to, and standing in the parking lot, was an old friend! I haven't seen him in probably 6 years, and I really believe that God was watching out for me! What a Godsend! Kyle changed the flat tire for me, and as he was changing the tire, I found out that his wife reads my blog! So - Hi Jenn! Thanks for reading!

So, after the tire was changed, Jessica and I made our way over to the  consignment sale. We had no idea what to expect, but as we were walking in, and saw all these women carrying laundry baskets full of stuff out of the sale, I knew we had no idea what we were getting ourselves into.  Here is a picture I took with my iPhone.

As you can see, it was huge! Next year, I will be more prepared. I was able to get a few things that we would need. I bought a bottle warmer, a car seat double headrest, a super cute outfit, and a winter coat-like thing. We will still be in his carrier, this winter, so I figured it would be good to have. It has a slot on the bottom for the seat belt to go through. In total, I spent $21.20. Not too bad.

We had so much fun, and we will definitely go again next year. On Sunday, everything is half off, and I wish I was able to go on Sunday, but I won't be able to make it.

Adoption Update

Here is just a quick update on the adoption. Last week, we were sent a ton of paperwork to complete and send to the agency. Also with the packet, were finger print cards. So, off to the sheriff's office to get fingerprinted. The officer that actually did the fingerprinting was asking us why we needed the finger prints, and it turns out, he and his wife just adopted in January of this year! He was so excited for us, and truly happy that we were adopting! We got those sent off, and all of our paperwork to the agency. On Friday (July, 23rd), I got a phone call from the agency saying that they met with the birth mom and that she had been having contractions for the past few nights! So there is a possibility that the baby could come sooner than August 10th! I was super excited, and all week, I have thought that the baby could be coming at any time. Well, it is a week later, and still no baby. She had a Dr. appointment on Monday, and they said everything looked good, but that the contractions were not strong or regular enough yet. She has another Dr. Appointment this Monday, so maybe we will find something out then. I asked Andrew this week, when was too early to pack the baby's bag? He said I needed to at least wait till he was born, since we still have an additional 5 days to wait after the birth. I am just so excited, and I'm trying to find stuff to do to fill my time. I'm not allowed to shop, since we still havne't even had our showers yet, and they won't be for a few weeks after we get home with him. I do need to find a "coming home" outfit for the little guy, but I'm waiting until we get the word that he is officially ours. I don't want to buy an outfit especially for him, and then something happens with the adoption, and we don't bring him home. I am trying to keep myself very guarded, just in case. There is always the chance that something could happen. When we started the adoption process, everyone told me, guard your heart, and prepare for heartache. So that is what I am doing. It is a lot easier to give your whole heart at the right time, then to take back your heart after you have already given it away too early.
Andrew and I are so excited, and can't wait to finally hold that little baby in our arms! Please continue to pray for us as we wait for the baby to be born. Pray for the Birth Mom as she has makes this decision. Pray for a healthy delivery, and a healthy baby boy. Pray that the 5 days we wait to go pick him up, will go by quickly, with no incident. And pray that we come home with our son. Thanks so much for all of your prayers and encouragement.

Baby Book

I have always looked forward to filling out a baby book for my children. Putting all the pictures, and documenting all of the "firsts" in their life. One thing about adoption though, is that you can not use a traditional baby book. So, I went on-line and was able to find two different baby books, specifically for adopted babies. I was so excited to find them. I picked the one that I liked the best, and ordered it here. I wasn't sure that I would love it, but the options were so limitedWell, I got it this week, and I love it. It is perfect! I can't wait to start filling it out.

Here are just a few of the pages that are in the book.

Made with Love for my Son!

I made a blanket and hat to send to the baby while he is in temporary care before we get there. If I can't be there with him, at least he will have something that I made with love for him, and will smell like Mom and Dad!

M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E

Andrew's family was at Disney World last week, and they brought back Baby Wolff all kinds of fun stuff!

Thanks so much everyone. I know you can't wait to see the little guy sporting all the Micky Mouse attire at Disney World.